A Time in My Life
Sarah Vaughan · 1972
36 min · 10 tracks · bebop · cool jazz
A soulful blend of jazz and pop, where Vaughan's voice soars over lush arrangements with emotional depth.
Why this album works
This album is notable for its exploration of social themes, particularly evident in tracks like 'Inner City Blues', which resonate with the struggles of urban life. It also marked a significant evolution in Vaughan's sound, bridging jazz with more mainstream pop elements, reflecting the changing musical landscape of the early 1970s.
- Career context
- By 1972, Sarah Vaughan was already an established figure in jazz, having gained immense acclaim through her previous albums. 'A Time in My Life' followed her 1970 release 'The Divine One', showcasing a shift toward more contemporary sounds and pop influences as she embraced a broader audience.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bobby Darin· Bob Dylan· Steely Dan· Tom Waits· Nancy Sinatra· Weather Report· Blood, Sweat & Tears· The Pointer Sisters
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Imagine Standout 4:41
- 2 On Thinking It Over 3:31
- 3 Inner City Blues (Make Me Wanna Holler) Standout 4:13
- 4 Sweet Gingerbread Man 3:06
- 5 Magical Connection 2:40
- 6 That’s the Way I’ve Always Heard It Should Be 5:00
- 7 Tomorrow City 3:16
- 8 Universal Prisoner 4:11
- 9 Trouble 3:02
- 10 If Not for You 2:50
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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