Nina's Choice
Nina Simone · 1963
38 min · 9 tracks · blues · jazz · soul
A rich tapestry of blues and soul, woven with Nina Simone's haunting vocals and poignant storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady emotional storytelling arc
- haunting vocals for reflective moments
- soulful warmth for intimate spaces
- evocative narratives for quiet evenings
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks
- seek instant gratification in music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Nina's Choice' was released in 1963, Nina Simone was transitioning from her initial acclaim in jazz to a deeper exploration of blues and gospel. This album followed her breakthrough hit 'I Put a Spell on You' (1965) and marked a pivotal moment where she began to assert her identity as a civil rights activist through music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Billie Holiday· Ella Fitzgerald· Aretha Franklin
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Trouble in Mind 5:41
- 2 Memphis in June 2:39
- 3 Cotton Eyed Joe 2:53
- 4 Work Song 2:36
- 5 Forbidden Fruit 3:50
- 6 Li’l Liza Jane 4:32
- 7 Rags and Old Iron 4:08
- 8 You Can Have Him 6:00
- 9 Just Say I Love Him 6:37
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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