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Extra Special!

Peggy Lee · 1967

27 min · 11 tracks · jazz

A vibrant blend of jazz and pop, showcasing Peggy Lee's playful vocal charm and sophisticated arrangements.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • playful mood for lighthearted moments
  • short bursts of joyful energy
  • for cheerful gatherings
  • quick pick-me-ups throughout day

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of long, immersive albums
  • prefer serious and introspective themes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1967, 'Extra Special!' came at a time when Peggy Lee was already an established artist, known for her smooth jazz vocals. This album followed her successful work in the 1950s and early 1960s, marking a continuation of her evolution into more contemporary pop styles while maintaining her jazz roots.
Stylistic neighbors
Ella Fitzgerald· Julie London· Sarah Vaughan

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Hey, Look Me Over 1:55
  • 2 When He Makes Music 2:50
  • 3 Walking Happy 2:34
  • 4 Oh! You Crazy Moon 2:48
  • 5 So What’s New? 2:16
  • 6 Call Me Darling, Call Me Sweetheart, Call Me Dear 2:38
  • 7 A Bucket of Tears 2:18
  • 8 The Shining Sea 2:48
  • 9 A Doodlin’ Song 2:07
  • 10 Amazing 2:38
  • 11 I’m Gonna Go Fishin’ 2:08

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata