I Got a Woman and Some Blues
George Benson · 1984
29 min · 9 tracks · funk · R&B · smooth jazz
A blend of smooth jazz and R&B grooves with Benson's signature guitar work illuminating each track.
Why this album works
The album features the hit single 'I Got a Woman', which contributed to its commercial success, reaching notable chart positions. It showcases Benson's continued influence in the smooth jazz genre while highlighting his ability to blend various musical styles, solidifying his role as a crossover artist in the 1980s.
- Best for
- smooth grooves for relaxed evenings short tracks for quick enjoyment steady flow with upbeat energy
- Context
- Released in early 1984, 'I Got a Woman and Some Blues' marked George Benson's transition into a more commercially focused sound following his critical success with 'Breezin'' in 1976. By this time, Benson had established himself as a prominent figure in both jazz and pop music, aiming to capture a wider audience with smoother arrangements and catchy melodies.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nancy Sinatra· No Doubt· Prince· Christina Aguilera· Harry Nilsson· Sparks· Crystal Gayle· Bob Dylan
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Got a Woman Standout 4:55
- 2 Out of the Blue 3:15
- 3 Bluesadelic Standout 4:15
- 4 Durham’s Turn 4:05
- 5 Good Morning, Blues Standout 2:50
- 6 I Worry ’bout You 2:25
- 7 Without Her 2:35
- 8 She Went a Little Bit Farther 3:05
- 9 Goodbye, Columbus 2:00
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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