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(Chet Baker Sings) It Could Happen to You

Chet Baker · 1958

44 min · 12 tracks · jazz

Smooth vocal jazz blends with Chet Baker's mournful trumpet, creating an intimate and reflective atmosphere.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • intimate moments of quiet reflection
  • smooth melodies for late evenings
  • nostalgic vibes with gentle pacing
  • mournful undertones in every note

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer upbeat, fast-paced music
  • seek high-energy party tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1958, '(Chet Baker Sings) It Could Happen to You' was Baker's first vocal album, marking a significant shift in his career. At this point, he was already established as a talented trumpeter but was beginning to explore his vocal abilities, which would become a defining feature of his legacy.
Stylistic neighbors
Miles Davis· Bill Evans· Stan Getz

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Do It the Hard Way 3:00
  • 2 I’m Old Fashioned 5:04
  • 3 You’re Driving Me Crazy 2:54
  • 4 It Could Happen to You 2:50
  • 5 My Heart Stood Still 3:26
  • 6 The More I See You 3:03
  • 7 Everything Happens to Me 5:02
  • 8 Dancing on the Ceiling 3:06
  • 9 How Long Has This Been Going On? 4:07
  • 10 Old Devil Moon 3:57
  • 11 While My Lady Sleeps (take 10) 4:19
  • 12 You Make Me Feel So Young (take 5) 3:37

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