Sassy (Sarah Vaughan) cover

Released 70 years ago

Sassy (Sarah Vaughan)

Sarah Vaughan · 1956

36 min · 12 tracks · bebop · cool jazz

A rich tapestry of vocal jazz, blending emotional depth with sophisticated arrangements and intricate melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic journey throughout
  • emotional depth in every track
  • intimate listening for quiet moments
  • sophisticated arrangements for appreciation

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy party vibes
  • prefer standalone singles over albums

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Sassy' was released in 1956, Sarah Vaughan was already an established figure in jazz. This album followed her successful collaborations with prominent musicians and solidified her reputation as a leading vocalist, showcasing her versatility after her breakthrough in the early 1950s.
Stylistic neighbors
Ella Fitzgerald· Billie Holiday· Nancy Wilson

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Lush Life 3:56
  • 2 I’m the Girl 2:02
  • 3 Shake Down the Stars 2:43
  • 4 I’ve Got Some Crying to Do 2:46
  • 5 My Romance 3:11
  • 6 I Loved Him 3:12
  • 7 Lonely Woman 2:59
  • 8 I’m Afraid the Masquerade Is Over 3:24
  • 9 The Boy Next Door 2:47
  • 10 Old Folks 3:10
  • 11 Only You Can Say 2:56
  • 12 A Sinner Kissed an Angel 3:35

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