Released 30 years ago
Dedicated to Nelson
Rosemary Clooney · 1996
51 min · 16 tracks · jazz
A lush tribute blending classic jazz standards with Clooney's warm, inviting vocal style and intimate arrangements.
Top tracks — play these first
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A Foggy Day Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Do You Know What It Means to Miss New Orleans? — This track beautifully captures Clooney's ability to convey nostalgia through her phrasing, making it a standout moment on the album.
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Come Rain or Come Shine — Clooney's interpretation of this classic showcases her vocal depth and emotional resonance, embodying the essence of love and commitment.
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I Got It Bad and That Ain’t Good — Her delivery on this track highlights both vulnerability and strength, revealing an intricate balance that defines her artistry.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Clooney's warm interpretations and lush arrangements create an intimate tribute to jazz standards.
What we noticed
- The album features lush orchestral arrangements that complement Clooney's vocals, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.
- The sequencing flows smoothly from one track to another, with a consistent tempo that enhances the intimate feel of the record.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- nostalgic charm for cozy evenings
- steady pacing for relaxed listening
- inviting vocals for sing-alongs
- rich textures for detailed exploration
- melodic journey through classic standards
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy excitement
- prefer standalone hits over albums
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — This album showcases Clooney's continued artistic vitality in her later career.
- Themes
- New Orleans nostalgia· Great American Songbook· romantic commitment
- Career context
- When 'Dedicated to Nelson' was released in 1996, Rosemary Clooney was enjoying a resurgence in her career, following a successful comeback in the early '90s. This album marked her return to the studio after a series of acclaimed live performances and celebrated collaborations, showcasing her deep connection to the Great American Songbook.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ella Fitzgerald· Nat King Cole· Sarah Vaughan
Tracklist
- 1 A Foggy Day Start here 3:18
- 2 We’re in the Money 2:50
- 3 It’s So Peaceful in the Country 4:10
- 4 Limehouse Blues 2:31
- 5 Do You Know What It Means to Miss New Orleans? 3:51
- 6 I Got It Bad and That Ain’t Good 3:19
- 7 The Continental 3:12
- 8 Mean to Me 3:43
- 9 You’re in Kentucky 2:56
- 10 As Time Goes By 4:11
- 11 Haven’t Got a Worry 2:39
- 12 Mangos 2:46
- 13 At Sundown 2:27
- 14 A Woman Likes to Be Told 3:55
- 15 What Is This Thing Called Love 2:52
- 16 Come Rain or Come Shine 3:05
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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