Get Happy!
Ella Fitzgerald · 1959
38 min · 14 tracks · jazz · soul · swing
A buoyant collection of standards showcasing Fitzgerald’s effervescent voice and playful, swinging arrangements.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady upbeat flow throughout for joyful gatherings playful tunes for sunny days
- Context
- By the time 'Get Happy!' was released in 1959, Ella Fitzgerald was already an established jazz icon, celebrated for her pioneering work in the genre. This album followed her critically acclaimed collaboration with Louis Armstrong on 'Ella and Louis' (1956), marking a continued evolution in her solo career as she embraced more upbeat and accessible material.
- If you like
- jazz, soul, swing
Get Happy! is an album by Ella Fitzgerald, released in 1959. A buoyant collection of standards showcasing Fitzgerald’s effervescent voice and playful, swinging arrangements. 'Get Happy!' is notable for its bright, optimistic tone that resonated with audiences during a post-war era seeking joy in music. The album showcases Fitzgerald's unparalleled vocal agility and has influenced countless artists across jazz and pop genres, solidifying her status as a leading figure in American music history. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Get Happy! sound like?
A buoyant collection of standards showcasing Fitzgerald’s effervescent voice and playful, swinging arrangements. Rooted in jazz and soul.
What makes Get Happy! by Ella Fitzgerald notable?
'Get Happy!' is notable for its bright, optimistic tone that resonated with audiences during a post-war era seeking joy in music. The album showcases Fitzgerald's unparalleled vocal agility and has influenced countless artists across jazz and pop genres, solidifying her status as a leading figure in American music history. By the time 'Get Happy!' was released in 1959, Ella Fitzgerald was already an established jazz icon, celebrated for her pioneering work in the genre. This album followed her critically acclaimed collaboration with Louis Armstrong on 'Ella and Louis' (1956), marking a continued evolution in her solo career as she embraced more upbeat and accessible material.
Who is Get Happy! for?
Get Happy! works well if you're into steady upbeat flow throughout, for joyful gatherings and playful tunes for sunny days.
How many songs are on Get Happy!?
Get Happy! has 14 tracks, running approximately 38 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Somebody Loves Me Standout 2:38
- 2 Cheerful Little Earful 2:09
- 3 You Make Me Feel So Young Standout 2:22
- 4 Beat Me, Daddy, Eight to the Bar 2:30
- 5 Like Young 3:03
- 6 Cool Breeze 1:59
- 7 Moonlight Becomes You 3:08
- 8 Blue Skies Standout 3:46
- 9 You Turned the Tables on Me 2:33
- 10 Gypsy in My Soul 2:42
- 11 Goody‐Goody 2:31
- 12 St. Louis Blues 4:02
- 13 A‐Tisket, A‐Tasket 2:22
- 14 Swingin’ Shepherd Blues 2:50
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