Blue
Diana Ross · 2006
50 min · 16 tracks · jazz · R&B · soul
A lush and intimate collection of jazz standards showcasing Ross's sultry vocals and emotional depth.
Why this album works
- Best for
- intimate evening listening experience steady pacing with emotional depth lush arrangements for quiet moments
- Context
- Released in 2006, 'Blue' marked Diana Ross's return to the studio after a seven-year hiatus following her album 'Every Day Is a New Day' in 1999. This album highlighted her artistic evolution as she delved into jazz standards, reflecting a shift from her earlier pop and disco roots.
- If you like
- jazz, R&B, soul
Blue is an album by Diana Ross, released in 2006. A lush and intimate collection of jazz standards showcasing Ross's sultry vocals and emotional depth. The album received critical acclaim for its sophisticated arrangements and Ross's vocal performance, leading to a Grammy nomination for Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album. It also resonated with both long-time fans and new listeners, reinforcing Ross's enduring legacy in music while celebrating classic songs. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Blue sound like?
A lush and intimate collection of jazz standards showcasing Ross's sultry vocals and emotional depth. Rooted in jazz and R&B.
What makes Blue by Diana Ross notable?
The album received critical acclaim for its sophisticated arrangements and Ross's vocal performance, leading to a Grammy nomination for Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album. It also resonated with both long-time fans and new listeners, reinforcing Ross's enduring legacy in music while celebrating classic songs. Released in 2006, 'Blue' marked Diana Ross's return to the studio after a seven-year hiatus following her album 'Every Day Is a New Day' in 1999. This album highlighted her artistic evolution as she delved into jazz standards, reflecting a shift from her earlier pop and disco roots.
Who is Blue for?
Blue works well if you're into intimate evening listening experience, steady pacing with emotional depth and lush arrangements for quiet moments.
How many songs are on Blue?
Blue has 16 tracks, running approximately 50 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 What a Diff’rence a Day Makes Standout 3:28
- 2 No More 3:09
- 3 Let’s Do It 3:00
- 4 I Loves Ya Porgy Standout 5:11
- 5 Smile 2:58
- 6 But Beautiful 2:50
- 7 Had You Been Around 3:29
- 8 Little Girl Blue 4:00
- 9 Can’t Get Started With You 3:10
- 10 Love Is Here to Stay 2:13
- 11 You’ve Changed Standout 2:54
- 12 My Man (Mon Homme) 3:31
- 13 Easy Living 2:54
- 14 Solitude 2:05
- 15 He’s Funny That Way 3:02
- 16 T’ain’t Nobody’s Bizness If I Do 2:22
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