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Released 60 years ago

Pop Artistry of Sarah Vaughan

Sarah Vaughan · 1966

31 min · 12 tracks · bebop · cool jazz

A vibrant blend of jazz sophistication and pop sensibility, showcasing Vaughan's immense vocal range and emotional depth.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short bursts of emotional depth
  • vibrant sing-along moments
  • morning coffee soundtrack
  • playful yet sophisticated energy

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer lengthy, sprawling compositions
  • seek aggressive or intense sounds

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1966, 'Pop Artistry of Sarah Vaughan' came at a transitional moment in Vaughan's career. Following her earlier works that established her as a jazz vocalist, this album marked her foray into more popular song forms, reflecting the changing musical landscape of the time. It was also a period when she began to embrace more commercial projects while still retaining her jazz roots.
Stylistic neighbors
Ella Fitzgerald· Billie Holiday· Nancy Wilson

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Yesterday 2:20
  • 2 I Know a Place 2:21
  • 3 If I Ruled the World 3:03
  • 4 Make It Easy on Yourself 3:38
  • 5 He Touched Me 2:27
  • 6 Habibi (Love Song From Sallah) 2:49
  • 7 What the World Needs Now Is Love 2:52
  • 8 A Lover’s Concerto 2:45
  • 9 Little Hands 2:42
  • 10 On a Clear Day You Can See Forever 2:14
  • 11 First Thing Every Morning 2:00
  • 12 Waltz for Debbie 2:06

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