Servin' Up Some Soul cover

Servin' Up Some Soul

Mary Wells · 1968

33 min · 12 tracks · R&B · soul · disco

A vibrant blend of smooth soul and pop sensibilities wrapped in infectious grooves and heartfelt vocals.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • infectious grooves for dancing
  • heartfelt vocals for sing-alongs
  • steady pacing for easy listening
  • vibrant energy for social gatherings
  • short tracks for quick enjoyment

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer longer, sprawling albums
  • seek experimental soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Servin' Up Some Soul' was released in January 1968, Mary Wells had already established herself as a prominent figure in Motown, following her breakthrough hit 'My Guy' in 1964. This album marked her transition into a more mature sound, showcasing her evolution as an artist while navigating the changing landscape of soul music during the late 1960s.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Soul Train 2:35
  • 2 Apples, Peaches, Pumpkin Pie 2:30
  • 3 Stag-o-Lee 3:25
  • 4 Make Me Yours 1:50
  • 5 Two Lovers History 3:05
  • 6 Can’t Get Away From Your Love 2:40
  • 7 The Doctor 2:20
  • 8 Don’t Look Back 3:07
  • 9 Sunny 2:20
  • 10 Woman in Love 3:13
  • 11 500 Miles 3:30
  • 12 Bye Bye Baby 2:43

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