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Dear Lonely Hearts

Nat King Cole · 1962

28 min · 12 tracks · jazz

A poignant blend of smooth jazz and heartfelt ballads that captures the essence of loneliness and longing.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady reflective listening experience
  • short tracks for quick engagement
  • emotional resonance with loneliness
  • for evening solitude

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer upbeat, fast-paced music
  • seek energetic party vibes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1962, 'Dear Lonely Hearts' was Nat King Cole's follow-up to his successful album 'Love is the Thing' from 1957. At this point in his career, Cole had solidified his status as a leading figure in the jazz and pop genres, transitioning smoothly into creating more introspective and emotional works. This album showcases his evolution as an artist deeply connected to themes of love and loss.
Stylistic neighbors
Frank Sinatra· Ella Fitzgerald· Tony Bennett

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Dear Lonely Hearts 3:06
  • 2 Miss You 2:28
  • 3 Why Should I Cry Over You? 2:22
  • 4 Near You 2:14
  • 5 Yearning (Just for You) 2:25
  • 6 My First and Only Lover 2:22
  • 7 All Over the World 2:22
  • 8 Oh, How I Miss You Tonight 2:20
  • 9 Lonesome and Sorry 2:19
  • 10 All by Myself 2:12
  • 11 Who’s Next in Line? 2:15
  • 12 It’s a Lonesome Old Town 1:59

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