Give Him the Ooh-La-La
Blossom Dearie · 1958
38 min · 12 tracks · jazz
Charming jazz vocals intertwine with playful piano melodies, creating a whimsical atmosphere that invites listeners to indulge in romance.
Top tracks — play these first
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Just One of Those Things — This track captures Dearie's signature playful yet sultry delivery, perfectly embodying the album's charm and lyrical wit. Its upbeat tempo and clever phrasing make it an engaging opener.
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They Say It's Spring — Here, Dearie's delicate vocal nuances shine through as she navigates a wistful melody, reflecting themes of love and renewal that resonate throughout the album.
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Give Him the Ooh-La-La — The title track encapsulates the essence of the album with its catchy hook and playful lyrics, showcasing Dearie's ability to blend humor with romantic longing.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases distinctive compositions and playful arrangements, solidifying Dearie's unique voice in jazz.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of playful piano melodies that accompany Dearie's vocals, creating a whimsical atmosphere.
- Tracks often blend jazz and cabaret influences, with vocal lines that are both conversational and melodic.
- Several songs include unexpected tempo changes, which add to the playful nature of the arrangements.
- 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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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Just One of Those Things 2:03
- 2 Like Someone in Love 4:32
- 3 Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea 2:28
- 4 They Say It's Spring 3:46
- 5 Try Your Wings 3:26
- 6 Bang Goes the Drum (And You're in Love) 3:24
- 7 The Riviera 3:48
- 8 The Middle of Love 2:35
- 9 Plus je t'embrasse 2:31
- 10 Give Him the Ooh-La-La 2:41
- 11 Let Me Love You 2:45
- 12 Walk a Little Faster 4:13
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