Silk & Soul
Nina Simone · 1967
36 min · 12 tracks · blues · jazz · soul
A sultry blend of jazz and soul, wrapped in Nina Simone's emotive vocal storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short, emotive listening sessions
- intimate, personal storytelling
- reflective late-night vibes
- smooth, relaxing background music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 1967, Nina Simone had established herself as a prominent figure in jazz and soul music with several acclaimed albums. 'Silk & Soul' marked her transition into a more personal and introspective phase, following the political engagement of her earlier work like 'Wild Is the Wind'. This album showcased her willingness to explore deeper emotional themes while maintaining her distinctive sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Billie Holiday· Ella Fitzgerald· Aretha Franklin
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 It Be’s That Way Sometime 2:58
- 2 The Look of Love 2:24
- 3 Go to Hell 2:50
- 4 Love O’ Love 5:07
- 5 Cherish 3:23
- 6 I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel to Be Free 3:11
- 7 Turn Me On 2:26
- 8 Turning Point 2:02
- 9 Some Say 2:11
- 10 Consummation 4:12
- 11 Why Must Your Love Well Be So Dry 2:22
- 12 Save Me 3:22
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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