Bad for Me
Dee Dee Bridgewater · 1979
36 min · 9 tracks · jazz
A fusion of jazz and pop, showcasing lush arrangements and Dee Dee Bridgewater's striking vocal delivery.
Top tracks — play these first
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Bad for Me Start here — The title track encapsulates the album's blend of emotional depth and rhythmically engaging melodies, highlighting Bridgewater's powerful vocal prowess.
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For the Girls — This track stands out for its upbeat arrangement and playful lyrics, showcasing Bridgewater's ability to infuse traditional jazz with a contemporary flair.
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It's the Falling in Love — With its smooth instrumentation and heartfelt delivery, this song captures the essence of romantic vulnerability while displaying Bridgewater's vocal range beautifully.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short bursts of emotional depth
- playful storytelling with charm
- catchy melodies for social gatherings
- intimate moments of vulnerability
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, immersive albums
- seek heavy production styles
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album marked a significant point in Bridgewater's rise to wider recognition.
- Career context
- Released in 1979, Bad for Me was Dee Dee Bridgewater's third studio album, following her acclaimed work on the Broadway musical The Wiz. This album marked a transition into more commercial sounds while still embracing her jazz roots, reflecting her growing recognition as a versatile artist.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nina Simone· Cassandra Wilson· Diana Krall
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Don't Say It (If You Don't Mean It)
The lyrics directly confront insincerity in love through pointed questioning.
This direct challenge to emotional honesty reflects both personal stakes and broader themes of trust in relationships.
Tracklist
- 1 Bad for Me Start here 5:35
- 2 Back of Your Mind 3:18
- 3 For the Girls 4:46
- 4 Love Won't Let Me Go 4:00
- 5 Streetsinger 3:34
- 6 It's the Falling in Love 3:36
- 7 Tequila Mockingbird 4:02
- 8 Don't Say It (If You Don't Mean It) 4:12
- 9 Is This What Feeling Gets? 3:55
What to play next
Dee Dee Bridgewater
1980
This album continues the soulful exploration with a fresh sound.
Just Family
1978
It sets the stage with similar themes and energy before 'Bad for Me'.
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