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Film Noir

Carly Simon · 1997

42 min · 12 tracks · pop music

A smoky blend of jazz standards and pop sensibility, evoking the allure of classic film noir.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • intimate late-night reflections
  • sophisticated background ambiance
  • emotional storytelling journeys
  • nostalgic and romantic vibes

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time Carly Simon released 'Film Noir' in 1997, she was transitioning into a more introspective phase of her career. This album followed her previous release, 'Letters Never Sent' (1994), and marked a departure from her earlier pop hits, showcasing her affinity for jazz and standards as she explored themes of love and loss.
Stylistic neighbors
James Taylor· Carole King· Joni Mitchell

Tracklist

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

  • 1 You Won’t Forget Me 2:52
  • 2 Ev’ry Time We Say Goodbye 4:35
  • 3 Lili Marlene 3:42
  • 4 Last Night When We Were Young 4:43
  • 5 Spring Will Be a Little Late This Year 3:36
  • 6 Film Noir 3:36
  • 7 Laura 4:47
  • 8 I’m a Fool to Want You 3:34
  • 9 Fools Coda 1:14
  • 10 Two Sleepy People 3:39
  • 11 Don’t Smoke in Bed 2:56
  • 12 Somewhere in the Night 3:31

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