Life, Love & the Blues
Etta James · 1998
59 min · 12 tracks · jazz · R&B · rock & roll
A soulful blend of blues and jazz, Etta James's vocals resonate with raw emotion and deep introspection.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady emotional exploration throughout
- deep introspection on love themes
- soulful vocals for reflective moments
- for evening relaxation
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of fast-paced energy
- prefer standalone upbeat tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Life, Love & the Blues' was released in 1998, Etta James had already established herself as a leading figure in soul and blues. This album marked a significant moment in her career as it showcased her return to form after a period of personal struggles and waning commercial success in the late '80s and early '90s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Aretha Franklin· Billie Holiday· Nina Simone
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Born Under a Bad Sign 3:29
- 2 I Want to Ta Ta You, Baby 5:56
- 3 Here I Am (Come and Take Me) 4:55
- 4 Running Out of Lies 5:03
- 5 Inner City Blues (Make Me Wanna Holler) 7:01
- 6 Spoonful 4:09
- 7 Life, Love & The Blues 5:17
- 8 Hoochie Coochie Gal 4:25
- 9 Cheating in the Next Room 4:57
- 10 If You Want Me to Stay 5:21
- 11 The Love You Save May Be Your Own 4:01
- 12 I'll Take Care of You 4:59
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