Close to You
Sarah Vaughan · 1960
34 min · 12 tracks · bebop · cool jazz
A lush blend of orchestral jazz and Vaughan's rich vocals creates an intimate, romantic atmosphere throughout the album.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- intimate moments for romantic evenings
- steady pacing for reflective listening
- lush orchestral backing enhances emotion
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced music
- seek experimental or avant-garde sounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 1960, Sarah Vaughan was already a prominent figure in jazz, known for her powerful voice and emotive delivery. 'Close to You' came shortly after her successful albums in the late 1950s, which solidified her status as a leading jazz vocalist. This release showcased her ability to convey deep emotion through classic standards, further establishing her artistic identity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ella Fitzgerald· Billie Holiday· Nancy Wilson
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Say It Isn’t So 2:51
- 2 Missing You 2:56
- 3 I’ve Got to Talk to My Heart 3:00
- 4 I’ll Never Be the Same 2:28
- 5 There’s No You 2:22
- 6 I Should Care 3:29
- 7 If You Are but a Dream 2:50
- 8 Maybe You’ll Be There 2:54
- 9 Out of This World 2:31
- 10 Last Night When We Were Young 2:55
- 11 Funny 2:59
- 12 Close to You 3:05
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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