It's a Man's World
Sarah Vaughan · 1967
37 min · 10 tracks · jazz
A lush orchestral backdrop complements Vaughan's smoky voice, weaving together jazz standards with poignant emotional depth.
Top tracks — play these first
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Alfie Start here — Vaughan's rendition transforms this song into an introspective ballad, emphasizing vulnerability with her rich vocal nuances.
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The Man That Got Away — This track captures the essence of heartbreak through Vaughan's dynamic phrasing and emotional weight, making it a standout.
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For Every Man There’s a Woman — The interplay of longing and hope is masterfully articulated in this duet, showcasing Vaughan's ability to convey complex emotions.
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Danny Boy — In this haunting interpretation, Vaughan's voice soars with tenderness, bringing new life to the traditional Irish melody with her unique style.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Vaughan's vocal delivery and orchestral backing create a compelling yet familiar jazz experience.
What we noticed
- The album features lush orchestral arrangements that support Vaughan's vocals, creating a rich soundscape throughout.
- Each track showcases Vaughan's vocal range, often employing dynamic shifts from soft, intimate passages to powerful climaxes.
- Several songs incorporate jazz standards with extended instrumental sections, allowing for improvisation and interaction between the orchestra and Vaughan.
- 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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6/10
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady melodic journey throughout
- soulful reflections on love
- warm vocals for late nights
- intimate moments of vulnerability
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy tracks
- prefer standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — Showcases Vaughan's emotional depth and contemporary interpretation of jazz standards.
- Career context
- By 1967, Sarah Vaughan was a celebrated jazz vocalist known for her powerful range and emotive delivery. This album marked her return after a brief hiatus from studio recordings, positioning her firmly in the evolving landscape of jazz and pop music as she embraced more theatrical arrangements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ella Fitzgerald· Billie Holiday· Nancy Wilson
Tracklist
- 1 Alfie Start here 3:33
- 2 The Man That Got Away 4:28
- 3 Trouble Is a Man 3:43
- 4 Happiness Is Just a Thing Called Joe 3:50
- 5 For Every Man There’s a Woman 3:23
- 6 I Got a Man Crazy for Me (He’s Funny That Way) 3:31
- 7 My Man (Mon Homme) 3:52
- 8 I’m Just Wild About Harry 2:39
- 9 Jim 3:42
- 10 Danny Boy 4:34
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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