I've Gotta Be Me
Tony Bennett · 1969
35 min · 11 tracks · jazz · soul
A heartfelt blend of jazz and soul that captures the essence of personal authenticity and emotional depth.
Why this album works
- Best for
- heartfelt reflections on love sing-along friendly anthems nostalgic warmth and sincerity
- Context
- By 1969, Tony Bennett was transitioning from mainstream pop into a more nuanced jazz sound. 'I've Gotta Be Me' marked his first album on the newly formed label, Improv Records, after his previous stint with Columbia Records ended, indicating a shift in both artistic direction and independence.
- If you like
- jazz, soul
I've Gotta Be Me is an album by Tony Bennett, released in 1969. A heartfelt blend of jazz and soul that captures the essence of personal authenticity and emotional depth. 'I've Gotta Be Me' is notable for its representation of the late 1960s cultural shift towards authenticity and self-expression in art. The title track became an anthem of individuality and has been covered by numerous artists, solidifying its place in popular culture. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does I've Gotta Be Me sound like?
A heartfelt blend of jazz and soul that captures the essence of personal authenticity and emotional depth. Rooted in jazz and soul.
What makes I've Gotta Be Me by Tony Bennett notable?
'I've Gotta Be Me' is notable for its representation of the late 1960s cultural shift towards authenticity and self-expression in art. The title track became an anthem of individuality and has been covered by numerous artists, solidifying its place in popular culture. By 1969, Tony Bennett was transitioning from mainstream pop into a more nuanced jazz sound. 'I've Gotta Be Me' marked his first album on the newly formed label, Improv Records, after his previous stint with Columbia Records ended, indicating a shift in both artistic direction and independence.
Who is I've Gotta Be Me for?
I've Gotta Be Me works well if you're into heartfelt reflections on love, sing-along friendly anthems and nostalgic warmth and sincerity.
How many songs are on I've Gotta Be Me?
I've Gotta Be Me has 11 tracks, running approximately 35 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 I’ve Gotta Be Me Standout 2:52
- 2 Over The Sun 2:47
- 3 Play It Again, Sam 3:40
- 4 Alfie Standout 3:19
- 5 What The World Needs Now Is Love Standout 2:41
- 6 Baby Don’t You Quit Now 2:50
- 7 That Night 3:14
- 8 They All Laughed 2:43
- 9 A Lonely Place 3:47
- 10 Whoever You Are, I Love You 4:18
- 11 Theme From “Valley Of The Dolls” 3:36
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