Feelin' Good
Sarah Vaughan · 1974
39 min · 11 tracks · jazz
A lush blend of jazz vocals and soft pop melodies that captures the warmth of introspective ballads.
Top tracks — play these first
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And the Feeling’s Good Start here — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its upbeat energy and showcases Vaughan's rich vocal timbre paired with catchy melodies.
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Just a Little Lovin’ — Vaughan's interpretation brings a soulful depth to this classic, demonstrating her ability to infuse emotion into every note.
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Alone Again (Naturally) — Her rendition transforms this melancholic song into an intimate experience, highlighting her skill in conveying vulnerability through voice.
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Rainy Days and Mondays — The track captures a poignant blend of sadness and hope, showcasing Vaughan's lyrical interpretation alongside her signature vocal style.
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When You Think of It — This closing track encapsulates the album's reflective mood, allowing Vaughan's voice to explore themes of love and longing beautifully.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends jazz and pop with strong arrangements, showcasing Vaughan's versatility but lacks innovation.
What we noticed
- The album features lush orchestral arrangements that complement Vaughan's vocal delivery, creating a rich soundscape.
- Several tracks incorporate soft pop melodies alongside jazz elements, blurring genre lines effectively.
- The first half of the album maintains a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the latter half introduces more varied tempos and dynamics.
- 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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6/10
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
- steady mid-tempo listening experience
- rich vocal warmth for relaxation
- for rainy day mood
- gentle background for intimate gatherings
- emotive ballads for reflective moments
Maybe skip if you
- seeking fast-paced excitement
- prefer upbeat dance tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album successfully merged jazz with mainstream pop, enhancing Vaughan's recognition.
- Career context
- In 1974, Sarah Vaughan was in a phase of artistic exploration, moving between jazz and contemporary pop influences. 'Feelin' Good' came after her acclaimed collaboration with other jazz legends and signified her continued evolution as an artist, showcasing her ability to adapt to changing musical landscapes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ella Fitzgerald· Billie Holiday· Nancy Wilson
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Just a Little Lovin’
The narrative shifts from an intimate address about desire to reflections on fleeting moments of connection.
This transition emphasizes the theme of ephemeral relationships, showcasing Vaughan's ability to weave complex emotional narratives through subtle shifts in perspective.
Tracklist
- 1 And the Feeling’s Good Start here 4:19
- 2 Just a Little Lovin’ 3:05
- 3 Alone Again (Naturally) 4:25
- 4 Rainy Days and Mondays 3:41
- 5 Deep in the Night 3:14
- 6 Run to Me 2:58
- 7 Easy Evil 3:02
- 8 Promise Me 3:56
- 9 Take a Love Song 3:24
- 10 Greatest Show on Earth 2:54
- 11 When You Think of It 3:59
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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