Portrait of the Blues
Lou Rawls · 1993
50 min · 15 tracks · blues · soul
A soulful blend of blues-infused ballads that showcases Lou Rawls' smooth, emotive vocal style.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady soulful ballads throughout
- emotive vocals for deep listening
- evening relaxation with friends
- intimate moments of reflection
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer fast-paced, energetic tracks
- seek experimental soundscapes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 1993, Lou Rawls was a well-established figure in the music industry, known for his rich baritone and smooth delivery. 'Portrait of the Blues' came as his first album after a brief hiatus since his previous release in 1992, marking a return to the genre that defined much of his career. This album reinforces Rawls' reputation as a master interpreter of blues and soul standards.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bill Withers· Teddy Pendergrass· Isaac Hayes
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Just Want to Make Love to You 3:09
- 2 A Lover's Question 3:04
- 3 Person to Person 2:43
- 4 Since I Met You Baby 2:45
- 5 I'm Still in Love With You 4:31
- 6 Snap Your Fingers 3:12
- 7 Baby, What You Want Me to Do? 2:48
- 8 Suffering With the Blues 3:16
- 9 Hide nor Hair 2:58
- 10 Chains of Love 4:24
- 11 My Babe 3:18
- 12 I Ain't Got Nothin' but the Blues 3:25
- 13 Save Your Love for Me 2:37
- 14 Saturday Night Fish Fry 5:01
- 15 Sweet Slumber 3:33
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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