Jukebox Ella: The Complete Verve Singles, Vol. 1
Ella Fitzgerald · 2003
103 min · 36 tracks · jazz · soul · swing
A vibrant tapestry of jazz and swing showcasing Ella Fitzgerald's unmatched vocal prowess across diverse themes and melodies.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- vibrant tapestry of melodies
- playful rhythms for gatherings
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- nostalgic themes of love
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking long immersive experiences
- prefer modern production styles
Where this album fits
- Themes
- 1940s jazz scene· childhood nostalgia· holiday warmth
- Career context
- Released in 2003, this compilation represents a retrospective of Ella Fitzgerald’s extensive work with Verve Records during the 1940s and 1950s. At this point in her career, Fitzgerald had already established herself as a leading figure in jazz, having transitioned from her earlier work with Decca Records. This collection serves to highlight her evolution as an artist and her ability to captivate audiences through her dynamic interpretations.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Billie Holiday· Sarah Vaughan· Louis Armstrong
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Lady in Satin by Billie Holiday — Captures similar emotional depth and lush orchestral arrangements typical of the jazz vocal tradition.I Put a Spell on You by Nina Simone — Shares rich vocal expressiveness and a blend of jazz with soulful, heartfelt storytelling.Songs for Young Lovers by Frank Sinatra — Explores themes of romance and nostalgia with smooth vocals and lush arrangements reminiscent of the era.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Stay There 2:35
- 2 The Sun Forgot to Shine This Morning 3:17
- 3 Too Young for the Blues 3:16
- 4 It’s Only a Man 3:27
- 5 Beale Street Blues 2:27
- 6 A Beautiful Friendship 2:37
- 7 The Silent Treatment 2:51
- 8 Hear My Heart 2:19
- 9 Hotta Chocolatta 3:08
- 10 A‐Tisket, A‐Tasket 2:20
- 11 Teach Me How to Cry 2:58
- 12 Swingin’ Shepherd Blues 2:41
- 13 Your Red Wagon 2:56
- 14 Travelin’ Light 3:12
- 15 Oh, What a Night for Love 2:24
- 16 Dreams Are Made for Children 2:38
- 17 But Not for Me 2:05
- 18 The Christmas Song 3:18
Disc 2
- 1 The Secret of Christmas 2:47
- 2 We Three Kings of Orient Are / O Little Town of Bethlehem 3:36
- 3 Ich Fühle Mich Crazy 3:07
- 4 You’ll Have to Swing It (Mr. Paganini) 3:46
- 5 Call Me Darling 2:35
- 6 Bill Bailey Won’t You Please Come Home 3:24
- 7 Ol’ Man Mose 3:53
- 8 Desafinado 2:11
- 9 Stardust Bossa Nova 2:32
- 10 All the Live Long Day 2:41
- 11 I’m a Poached Egg (without Toast) 2:35
- 12 Ringo Beat 1:48
- 13 I’m Fallin’ in Love 2:36
- 14 She’s Just a Quiet Girl 2:53
- 15 We Three (My Echo, My Shadow and Me) 2:38
- 16 The Shadow of Your Smile 3:06
- 17 A Place for Lovers 2:41
- 18 Lonely Is 3:33
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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