I Am What I Am
Shirley Bassey · 1984
52 min · 15 tracks · pop music
A powerful showcase of theatrical pop ballads, underscored by Bassey's commanding vocals and emotional depth.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- theatrical performances with emotional depth
- steady pacing for reflective moments
- powerful vocals for dramatic impact
- sing-along anthems for gatherings
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks
- dislike theatrical vocal styles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 1984, Shirley Bassey was a celebrated artist known for her dramatic performances, yet she had experienced fluctuating popularity since her early career peaks in the 1960s. 'I Am What I Am' marked her return to prominence, serving as a bold statement of self-identity and resilience after a period of relative obscurity. This album came after her 1979 release, 'The Magic Is You', and helped to reestablish her influence in the music scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Liza Minnelli· Barbra Streisand· Adele
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 What Now My Love 3:01
- 2 Something 3:31
- 3 As Long as He Needs Me 3:52
- 4 Kiss Me Honey Honey 3:41
- 5 As I Love You 3:04
- 6 Big Spender 2:04
- 7 Send In the Clowns 3:56
- 8 I Am What I Am 3:12
- 9 Goldfinger 2:51
- 10 I (Who Have Nothing) 2:54
- 11 Natalie 4:15
- 12 And I Love You So 4:35
- 13 Never Never Never 4:30
- 14 For All We Know 2:36
- 15 This Is My Life 3:52
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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