Olé ala Lee cover

Olé ala Lee

Peggy Lee · 1961

27 min · 12 tracks · jazz

A vibrant fusion of jazz and pop, blending sophisticated arrangements with Peggy Lee's sultry vocals.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short bursts of vibrant energy
  • playful moments for social gatherings
  • catchy tunes for dancing along
  • lighthearted fun on sunny days

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking lengthy introspective pieces
  • prefer darker, moody atmospheres

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in early 1961, 'Olé ala Lee' marked a pivotal moment in Peggy Lee's career as she transitioned from a successful jazz artist to a mainstream pop icon. This album followed her successful collaboration with Benny Goodman and came just before her commercial peak in the 1960s, showcasing her versatility and ability to embrace diverse musical styles.
Stylistic neighbors
Ella Fitzgerald· Julie London· Sarah Vaughan

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Come Dance With Me 2:30
  • 2 By Myself 3:22
  • 3 You’re So Right for Me 1:49
  • 4 Just Squeeze Me (But Please Don’t Tease Me) 1:57
  • 5 Fantástico 2:08
  • 6 Together (Wherever We Go) 1:47
  • 7 Love and Marriage 2:09
  • 8 Non Dimenticar 2:28
  • 9 From Now On 1:57
  • 10 You Stepped Out of a Dream 2:32
  • 11 Olé 2:28
  • 12 I Can’t Resist You 2:16

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata