Oh Lord, Let Me Do No Wrong
Pharoah Sanders · 1987
43 min · 6 tracks · free jazz
Spiritual and exploratory, this album intertwines free jazz improvisation with soulful melodies and reflective themes.
Why this album works
Oh Lord, Let Me Do No Wrong is significant for its exploration of spirituality through music, resonating deeply within the jazz community. The album showcases Sanders' unique style and has been influential in shaping the free jazz genre, receiving acclaim from critics for its emotional depth and innovative compositions.
- Best for
- spiritual reflections on life dynamic progression with resolution exploratory improvisation throughout
- Context
- By 1987, Pharoah Sanders was transitioning into a more contemplative phase of his career following the groundbreaking 'Black Unity' and 'Karma'. This album represents a maturation of his sound, blending free jazz with melodic improvisation that reflects his spiritual journey and artistic evolution.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Christina Aguilera· Diana Ross· Thelonious Monk· Bob Dylan· Aretha Franklin· Barbra Streisand· Prince· Frank Zappa
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Oh Lord, Let Me Do No Wrong Standout 5:35
- 2 Equinox Standout 9:25
- 3 Polka Dots and Moonbeams 6:11
- 4 If It Wasn’t for a Woman 4:39
- 5 Clear Out of This World Standout 13:45
- 6 Next Time You See Me 3:54
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