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Roberta

Roberta Flack · 1994

73 min · 15 tracks · jazz · R&B · soul

A lush collection of jazz and soul standards, infused with Roberta Flack's signature emotive vocal delivery.

Why this album works

Best for
dynamic peaks and valleys intimate evening listening experience emotive vocal explorations
Context
By 1994, Roberta Flack was a seasoned artist, known for her soulful interpretations and chart-topping hits. 'Roberta' came after a decade-long hiatus from studio albums, marking her return with a focus on jazz and classic standards. This album reflects her enduring talent in a changing musical landscape.
If you like
jazz, R&B, soul

Roberta is an album by Roberta Flack, released in 1994. A lush collection of jazz and soul standards, infused with Roberta Flack's signature emotive vocal delivery. Though not a commercial blockbuster, 'Roberta' showcased Flack's ability to reinterpret timeless songs, contributing to the resurgence of interest in jazz standards during the early '90s. Critics praised her vocal performances, highlighting the album's significance in sustaining her legacy as an influential artist in adult contemporary music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Roberta sound like?

A lush collection of jazz and soul standards, infused with Roberta Flack's signature emotive vocal delivery. Rooted in jazz and R&B.

What makes Roberta by Roberta Flack notable?

Though not a commercial blockbuster, 'Roberta' showcased Flack's ability to reinterpret timeless songs, contributing to the resurgence of interest in jazz standards during the early '90s. Critics praised her vocal performances, highlighting the album's significance in sustaining her legacy as an influential artist in adult contemporary music. By 1994, Roberta Flack was a seasoned artist, known for her soulful interpretations and chart-topping hits. 'Roberta' came after a decade-long hiatus from studio albums, marking her return with a focus on jazz and classic standards. This album reflects her enduring talent in a changing musical landscape.

Who is Roberta for?

Roberta works well if you're into dynamic peaks and valleys, intimate evening listening experience and emotive vocal explorations.

How many songs are on Roberta?

Roberta has 15 tracks, running approximately 73 minutes.

Tracklist

15 tracks·73:04

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

  • 1 Let's Stay Together Standout 4:56
  • 2 Sweet Georgia Brown 5:14
  • 3 Thrill Is Gone 5:44
  • 4 It Might Be You 10:02
  • 5 In a Sentimental Mood Standout 3:08
  • 6 Looking for Another Pure Love 4:50
  • 7 I Don't Care Who Knows (Baby I'm Yours) 4:07
  • 8 Prelude to a Kiss (Intro) 0:43
  • 9 Prelude to a Kiss 4:28
  • 10 Angel Eyes 6:35
  • 11 Tenderly 3:49
  • 12 Cottage for Sale 4:37
  • 13 Isn't It Romantic? 3:43
  • 14 My Romance 5:39
  • 15 You'll Never Know ('Til You Let Go) 5:22

Release Date

January 1, 1994

Genre

jazz, soul

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

73 min 4 sec