Let's Face the Music cover

Let's Face the Music

Shirley Bassey · 1962

39 min · 12 tracks · pop music

A lush orchestral backdrop enhances Bassey's powerful vocals, capturing heartache and romance with dramatic flair.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic journey throughout
  • heartfelt performances with drama
  • romantic reflections and nostalgia
  • for intimate gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer upbeat and fast-paced
  • seek experimental or avant-garde

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1962, 'Let's Face the Music' was Shirley Bassey's fifth studio album and came during her rise as a prominent figure in pop music. Following her breakthrough success with 'Goldfinger' in 1964, this album showcases her ability to convey deep emotion through classic standards, solidifying her status as an international star.
Stylistic neighbors
Liza Minnelli· Barbra Streisand· Adele

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Let's Face the Music and Dance 3:08
  • 2 I Should Care 3:54
  • 3 Let's Fall in Love 3:03
  • 4 The Second Time Around 3:31
  • 5 Imagination 4:01
  • 6 All the Things You Are 3:07
  • 7 I Get a Kick Out of You 2:48
  • 8 Everything I Have Is Yours 3:12
  • 9 Spring Is Here 3:59
  • 10 All of Me 2:43
  • 11 I Can't Get You Out of My Mind 3:39
  • 12 What Now My Love 2:54

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