How Does That Grab You?
Nancy Sinatra · 1966
46 min · 15 tracks · folk · jazz · traditional pop
A blend of lush orchestrations and pop melodies interwoven with Sinatra's sultry, confident vocals.
Why this album works
'How Does That Grab You?' includes the hit single 'Bang Bang (My Baby Shot Me Down)', which became a cultural touchstone, later covered by various artists including Cher and appeared in Quentin Tarantino's film 'Kill Bill'. The album's blend of pop and folk elements helped to pave the way for female artists in rock music during a time of significant social change.
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels contemplative afternoon listening vibes sultry, confident vocal delivery
- Context
- Released in January 1966, 'How Does That Grab You?' was Nancy Sinatra's second studio album, following her breakthrough hit 'These Boots Are Made for Walkin''. This record solidified her status as a distinctive voice in the pop and country genres during the mid-1960s, showcasing her artistic versatility and commercial appeal.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bob Dylan· Cher· Elvis Presley· Harry Nilsson· Donna Summer· Aretha Franklin· Chicago· Frank Zappa
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Not the Lovin' Kind 3:09
- 2 The Shadow of Your Smile Standout 2:52
- 3 Sorry 'bout That 2:59
- 4 Time 3:30
- 5 Sand 3:46
- 6 Crying Time 3:32
- 7 My Baby Cried All Night Long 3:05
- 8 Let It Be Me 3:05
- 9 Call Me 2:50
- 10 How Does That Grab You, Darlin' ? Standout 2:33
- 11 Bang Bang (My Baby Shot Me Down) Standout 2:42
- 12 The Last of the Secret Agents 2:48
- 13 Until It's Time for You to Go 3:59
- 14 Lightning's Girl 2:56
- 15 Feelin' Kinda Sunday 2:51
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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