Something to Swing About
Carmen McRae · 1959
29 min · 12 tracks · jazz
A vibrant blend of jazz sophistication and heartfelt storytelling, showcasing McRae's rich vocal warmth.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- concise melodic storytelling journey
- vibrant warmth for cozy evenings
- playful charm during gatherings
- for intimate moments
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer lengthy, sprawling albums
- seek high-energy dance tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1959, 'Something to Swing About' was Carmen McRae's third studio album, following her acclaimed debut 'Carmen McRae' in 1956. At this point in her career, McRae was establishing herself as a notable figure in the jazz scene, blending pop sensibilities with her improvisational skills.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Billie Holiday· Sarah Vaughan· Ella Fitzgerald
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Three Little Words 1:54
- 2 I Couldn't Care Less 2:26
- 3 That's for Me 2:49
- 4 (How Little It Matters) How Little We Know 2:30
- 5 You Leave Me Breathless 2:40
- 6 It's Love 2:58
- 7 Love Is a Simple Thing 2:06
- 8 Comes Love 2:46
- 9 A Sleepin' Bee 2:29
- 10 I See Your Face Before Me 2:23
- 11 Alone Together 2:21
- 12 Falling in Love With Love 2:12
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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