Lonely Is the Name
Sammy Davis Jr. · 1968
29 min · 10 tracks · blues
Smooth orchestral arrangements and soulful vocals create a reflective journey through love, loss, and hope.
Top tracks — play these first
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Lonely Is the Name Start here — The title track encapsulates the album's introspective mood, with Davis's poignant delivery enhancing its themes of longing and solitude.
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Up, Up and Away — This uplifting cover showcases Davis's ability to infuse joy into his performances, contrasting the album's more melancholic tracks.
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We'll Be Together Again — This classic ballad allows Davis to display his rich emotional range, making it one of the standout moments on the album.
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Ev'ry Time We Say Goodbye — Davis’s interpretation of this Cole Porter standard highlights his jazz influences while delivering a heartfelt rendition that resonates deeply.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short bursts of nostalgic joy
- playful sing-along moments
- lighthearted tunes for gatherings
- melodic reflections on love
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, immersive albums
- want heavy production elements
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A solid entry that showcases his smooth style but isn't as widely recognized as other works.
- Career context
- By 1968, Sammy Davis Jr. was well-established as a versatile entertainer, following his breakthrough with the Rat Pack and recent hits like 'What Kind of Fool Am I?' This album marked a continuation of his exploration into pop and jazz standards, showcasing his ability to connect emotionally through song while solidifying his reputation as a leading figure in American music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Frank Sinatra· Nat King Cole· Tony Bennett
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Children, Children
The lyrics shift from describing carefree innocence to addressing deeper societal issues faced by children today.
This structural change elevates the song from a simple reflection to a poignant critique of society’s responsibilities towards future generations.
Tracklist
- 1 Lonely Is the Name Start here 3:15
- 2 Up, Up and Away 3:28
- 3 The Good Life 2:43
- 4 Shake, Shake, Shake 3:02
- 5 We’ll Be Together Again 2:50
- 6 Don’t Take Your Time 2:38
- 7 Children, Children 3:26
- 8 Uptight / You’ve Got Your Troubles 3:04
- 9 All That Jazz 2:16
- 10 Ev’ry Time We Say Goodbye 2:34
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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