Fly Me to the Moon
Bobby Womack · 1969
32 min · 12 tracks · rhythm and blues
Soulful melodies intertwine with rhythmic grooves, showcasing Womack's emotive vocal delivery and masterful songwriting.
Top tracks — play these first
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Fly Me to the Moon Start here — Womack's rendition transforms this classic into a soulful experience, blending heartfelt emotion with an infectious rhythm that showcases his vocal range.
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California Dreamin’ — This cover infuses the original's wistful longing with Womack's unique R&B flair, making it a standout track that reinterprets the familiar narrative.
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I’m a Midnight Mover — With its upbeat tempo and catchy chorus, this track exemplifies Womack's ability to merge storytelling with danceable rhythms, reflecting urban life experiences.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features strong vocal performances and varied arrangements but lacks a cohesive flow throughout.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a cover of 'Fly Me to the Moon', featuring lush orchestration and Womack's soulful vocal delivery.
- Several songs incorporate call-and-response vocal patterns, enhancing the emotional engagement and interaction within the tracks.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
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
- short bursts of joyful energy
- for casual gatherings
- playful romantic vibes throughout
- easy to sing along with
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer, immersive albums
- seek deep, introspective themes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album marked Womack's first major success and established his reputation.
- Themes
- soulful longing· California dreams
- Career context
- Released in 1969, this album marked Bobby Womack's emergence as a solo artist following his tenure with Sam Cooke and The Valentinos. It came shortly after Womack's breakthrough with 'Lookin' for a Love', solidifying his place in the soul genre as a prolific songwriter and performer.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Al Green· Marvin Gaye· Otis Redding
Tracklist
- 1 Fly Me to the Moon Start here 2:10
- 2 Baby! You Oughta Think It Over 2:40
- 3 I’m a Midnight Mover 2:06
- 4 What Is This? 2:36
- 5 Somebody Special 3:00
- 6 Take Me 2:34
- 7 Moonlight in Vermont 2:39
- 8 Love, the Time Is Now 3:22
- 9 I’m in Love 2:45
- 10 California Dreamin’ 3:25
- 11 No Money in My Pocket 3:04
- 12 Lillie Mae 2:09
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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