Complete & Unbelievable: The Otis Redding Dictionary of Soul
Otis Redding · 1966
36 min · 12 tracks · soul · gospel
Soulful melodies and heartfelt vocals intertwine with vibrant horn arrangements and rhythmic grooves.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels short, immersive listening sessions heartfelt emotional expressions
- Context
- By the time 'Complete & Unbelievable: The Otis Redding Dictionary of Soul' was released in October 1966, Otis Redding had already established himself as a leading figure in soul music. This album came shortly after his breakthrough with 'Try a Little Tenderness,' solidifying his place in the genre following several successful singles and performances.
- If you like
- soul, gospel
Complete & Unbelievable: The Otis Redding Dictionary of Soul is an album by Otis Redding, released in 1966. Soulful melodies and heartfelt vocals intertwine with vibrant horn arrangements and rhythmic grooves. This album is significant for its critical acclaim and influence on the soul genre, featuring Redding's iconic style that blends emotional depth with musical innovation. It includes the classic track 'Try a Little Tenderness', which has since become a standard in R&B and soul, showcasing Redding's ability to convey raw emotion through music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Complete & Unbelievable: The Otis Redding Dictionary of Soul sound like?
Soulful melodies and heartfelt vocals intertwine with vibrant horn arrangements and rhythmic grooves. Rooted in soul and gospel.
What makes Complete & Unbelievable: The Otis Redding Dictionary of Soul by Otis Redding notable?
This album is significant for its critical acclaim and influence on the soul genre, featuring Redding's iconic style that blends emotional depth with musical innovation. It includes the classic track 'Try a Little Tenderness', which has since become a standard in R&B and soul, showcasing Redding's ability to convey raw emotion through music. By the time 'Complete & Unbelievable: The Otis Redding Dictionary of Soul' was released in October 1966, Otis Redding had already established himself as a leading figure in soul music. This album came shortly after his breakthrough with 'Try a Little Tenderness,' solidifying his place in the genre following several successful singles and performances.
Who is Complete & Unbelievable: The Otis Redding Dictionary of Soul for?
Complete & Unbelievable: The Otis Redding Dictionary of Soul works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, short, immersive listening sessions and heartfelt emotional expressions.
How many songs are on Complete & Unbelievable: The Otis Redding Dictionary of Soul?
Complete & Unbelievable: The Otis Redding Dictionary of Soul has 12 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Fa-Fa-Fa-Fa-Fa (Sad Song) Standout 2:44
- 2 I'm Sick y'All 2:57
- 3 Tennessee Waltz 2:57
- 4 Sweet Lorene 2:31
- 5 Try a Little Tenderness Standout 3:50
- 6 Day Tripper Standout 2:36
- 7 My Lover's Prayer 3:12
- 8 She Put the Hurt on Me 2:40
- 9 Ton of Joy 2:56
- 10 You're Still My Baby 3:53
- 11 Hawg for You 3:30
- 12 Love Have Mercy 2:29
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