All of Me
John Pizzarelli · 1992
48 min · 12 tracks · jazz
A warm blend of classic jazz standards infused with Pizzarelli's smooth guitar work and intimate vocal delivery.
Top tracks — play these first
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Three Little Words Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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S'Wonderful — This track showcases Pizzarelli's ability to blend humor and romance through a playful arrangement, highlighting his unique vocal style while retaining the charm of the classic standard.
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All of Me — Pizzarelli delivers a heartfelt rendition of this timeless ballad, showcasing his emotive vocal delivery paired with intricate guitar work that reinterprets the song's emotional core.
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The More I See You — This track features a lush arrangement and demonstrates Pizzarelli's skillful balance between vocals and guitar, creating an intimate atmosphere that draws listeners in.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Pizzarelli's smooth guitar work and vocal delivery create a warm, engaging take on jazz standards.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of guitar as the primary instrument, with Pizzarelli's vocals interspersed throughout.
- Each track maintains a relaxed tempo, with several songs featuring extended instrumental sections that showcase Pizzarelli's guitar technique.
- The arrangements often include subtle backing from bass and drums, creating a warm and intimate atmosphere.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
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whether it sounds like itself
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- inviting atmosphere for gatherings
- steady pacing for relaxed evenings
- charming vocals for cozy moments
- smooth melodies for background listening
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy excitement
- prefer fast-paced music
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album helped further establish Pizzarelli's reputation in jazz.
- Career context
- Released in 1992, All of Me was John Pizzarelli's third studio album, following his breakthrough with 1991's New Standards. At this point in his career, Pizzarelli was establishing himself as a prominent figure in the jazz scene, known for his fresh takes on traditional songs and skilled guitar playing.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bucky Pizzarelli· Joe Pass· Pat Metheny
Tracklist
- 1 Three Little Words Start here 2:53
- 2 If I Had You 4:20
- 3 The More I See You 4:43
- 4 S'Wonderful 6:11
- 5 This Will Make You Laugh 4:02
- 6 All of Me 4:23
- 7 The River Is Blue 4:08
- 8 I Know That You Know 2:35
- 9 For All We Know 4:24
- 10 Love Falls Into Place 4:22
- 11 My Baby Just Cares for Me 3:37
- 12 Roslyn 2:58
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