Sings the John Lennon - Paul McCartney Songbook cover

Sings the John Lennon - Paul McCartney Songbook

Keely Smith · 1964

34 min · 12 tracks · jazz

A smooth blend of jazz vocals and classic pop melodies that reinterprets Beatles hits with sophistication.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic listening experience
  • short, engaging song formats
  • smooth background ambiance
  • contemplative late-night vibes

Where this album fits

Career context
When 'Sings the John Lennon - Paul McCartney Songbook' was released in 1964, Keely Smith was already an established jazz vocalist, known for her work alongside Louis Prima. This album came during a pivotal moment in her career, following her successful collaboration with Prima and marking her first major venture into covering contemporary pop songs from The Beatles.
Stylistic neighbors
Oliver Nelson· Ted Curson· Clark Terry

Tracklist

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

  • 1 If I Fell 3:03
  • 2 This Girl 2:26
  • 3 Please Please Me 2:48
  • 4 And I Love Him 2:51
  • 5 World Without Love 3:16
  • 6 She Loves You 3:13
  • 7 A Hard Day’s Night 3:13
  • 8 Do You Want to Know a Secret? 2:49
  • 9 Can’t Buy Me Love 2:18
  • 10 All My Loving 3:05
  • 11 I Want to Hold Your Hand 3:05
  • 12 P.S. I Love You 2:45

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