Now I'm a Woman
Nancy Wilson · 1970
31 min · 10 tracks · jazz
A lush blend of jazz and pop, infused with soulful vocals and heartfelt emotion throughout every track.
Top tracks — play these first
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Now I’m a Woman — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of growth and identity, highlighting Wilson's rich vocal delivery that conveys both strength and vulnerability.
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(They long to Be) Close to You — This rendition brings a jazz-inflected warmth to a well-known classic, allowing Wilson's smooth phrasing to shine against the lush instrumentation.
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Bridge Over Troubled Water — Wilson's interpretation of this Simon & Garfunkel classic transforms it into a powerful ballad, emphasizing her emotive vocal range and dynamic control.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong vocal performances and sophisticated arrangements, making it a solid entry in Wilson's catalog.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a title track that features a strong vocal performance layered over lush orchestration, setting a sophisticated tone.
- Each song is arranged with rich instrumentation, often including strings and horns, which enhances the emotional delivery of Wilson's vocals.
- Several tracks feature dynamic shifts in tempo and intensity, particularly noticeable in 'Bridge Over Troubled Water', where the arrangement builds to a climactic finish.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments
- emotional depth in every track
- soulful vocals for intimate settings
- for cozy gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy dance tracks
- prefer standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When 'Now I'm a Woman' was released in 1970, Nancy Wilson was already an established artist, known for her crossover appeal in jazz and pop. This album followed her successful work in the 1960s, solidifying her status as a versatile vocalist capable of interpreting a wide range of songs with emotional depth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ella Fitzgerald· Sarah Vaughan· Billie Holiday
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Now I’m a Woman 2:50
- 2 Joe 2:23
- 3 (They long to Be) Close to You 3:30
- 4 The Long and Winding Road 2:28
- 5 Bridge Over Troubled Water 5:00
- 6 Let’s Fall in Love All Over 3:12
- 7 Lonely, Lonely 2:58
- 8 How Many Broken Wings 3:13
- 9 The Real Me 2:50
- 10 Make It With You 3:01
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