Genius Loves Company
Ray Charles · 2004
51 min · 12 tracks · country · jazz · R&B
A sumptuous blend of jazz, blues, and soul featuring heartfelt duets that celebrate Ray Charles' enduring legacy.
Why this album works
- Best for
- heartfelt emotional reflections intimate late-night vibes conversational duet interactions
- Context
- Released shortly before Ray Charles' passing, 'Genius Loves Company' marked his final studio album. It came after a career resurgence in the early 2000s, showcasing his ability to collaborate with contemporary artists while reaffirming his influence across genres.
- If you like
- country, jazz, R&B
Genius Loves Company is an album by Ray Charles, released in 2004. A sumptuous blend of jazz, blues, and soul featuring heartfelt duets that celebrate Ray Charles' enduring legacy. The album received critical acclaim and won eight Grammy Awards, including Album of the Year. It also topped the Billboard charts, solidifying Charles' legacy as a pivotal figure in American music history. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Genius Loves Company sound like?
A sumptuous blend of jazz, blues, and soul featuring heartfelt duets that celebrate Ray Charles' enduring legacy. Rooted in country and jazz.
What makes Genius Loves Company by Ray Charles notable?
The album received critical acclaim and won eight Grammy Awards, including Album of the Year. It also topped the Billboard charts, solidifying Charles' legacy as a pivotal figure in American music history. Released shortly before Ray Charles' passing, 'Genius Loves Company' marked his final studio album. It came after a career resurgence in the early 2000s, showcasing his ability to collaborate with contemporary artists while reaffirming his influence across genres.
Who is Genius Loves Company for?
Genius Loves Company works well if you're into heartfelt emotional reflections, intimate late-night vibes and conversational duet interactions.
How many songs are on Genius Loves Company?
Genius Loves Company has 12 tracks, running approximately 51 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Here We Go Again 4:00
- 2 Sweet Potato Pie 3:48
- 3 You Don't Know Me Standout 3:55
- 4 Sorry Seems to Be the Hardest Word 3:59
- 5 Fever Standout 3:31
- 6 Do I Ever Cross Your Mind? 4:35
- 7 It Was a Very Good Year 5:00
- 8 Hey Girl 5:16
- 9 Sinner's Prayer 4:25
- 10 Heaven Help Us All 4:33
- 11 Over the Rainbow Standout 4:55
- 12 Crazy Love 3:45
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