What makes Come Swing with Me! by Frank Sinatra notable?

'Come Swing with Me!' is notable for its commercial success, reaching No. 23 on the Billboard 200 chart. The album also exemplifies Sinatra's influence in popularizing the swing genre during a period when rock and roll began to dominate the charts. Released on July 1, 1961, 'Come Swing with Me!' was Sinatra's first album under Reprise Records after leaving Capitol, marking a significant shift in his career. At this point, he was already an established star but sought greater creative control over his music. This album showcases his return to big band roots while also embracing the emerging sounds of the 1960s.

Who is Come Swing with Me! for?

Come Swing with Me! works well if you're into steady mid-tempo dance vibes, nostalgic tunes for reminiscing and light-hearted sing-along moments.

How many songs are on Come Swing with Me!?

Come Swing with Me! has 17 tracks, running approximately 44 minutes.

Come Swing with Me!

Frank Sinatra · 1961

44 min · 17 tracks · blues · jazz · swing

A vibrant mix of swing rhythms and lush orchestrations that invites listeners to dance and reminisce.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady mid-tempo dance vibes
nostalgic tunes for reminiscing
light-hearted sing-along moments
inviting atmosphere for gatherings
easy listening during celebrations

Maybe skip if you want

seeking intense emotional depth
prefer longer, sprawling albums

Where this album fits

Themes: swinging nostalgia· big band revival· post-war optimism
Career context: Released on July 1, 1961, 'Come Swing with Me!' was Sinatra's first album under Reprise Records after leaving Capitol, marking a significant shift in his career. At this point, he was already an established star but sought greater creative control over his music. This album showcases his return to big band roots while also embracing the emerging sounds of the 1960s.
Stylistic neighbors: Tony Bennett· Nat King Cole· Dean Martin
Sounds like this from elsewhere: The Atomic Mr. Basie by Count Basie — Shares a similar upbeat swing feel with intricate arrangements and post-war optimism.

I Wanna Be Around... by Tony Bennett — Combines swinging nostalgia with lush orchestrations, echoing Sinatra's big band roots.

Tracklist

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

1 Day by Day 2:38
2 Sentimental Journey 3:23
3 Almost Like Being in Love 2:00
4 Five Minutes More 2:35
5 American Beauty Rose 2:19
6 Yes Indeed! 2:33
7 On the Sunny Side of the Street 2:41
8 Don't Take Your Love From Me 1:59
9 That Old Black Magic 4:02
10 Lover 1:52
11 Paper Doll 2:06
12 I've Heard That Song Before 2:30
13 I Love You 2:27
14 Why Should I Cry Over You 2:41
15 How Could You Do a Thing Like That to Me 2:43
16 River, Stay 'Way From My Door 2:36
17 I Gotta Right to Sing the Blues 2:55

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