Songs from Pete Kelly's Blues cover

Songs from Pete Kelly's Blues

Ella Fitzgerald · 1955

35 min · 12 tracks · jazz · soul · swing

A vibrant blend of jazz and pop sensibilities, showcasing Peggy Lee's sultry vocals and rich emotional depth.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short, engaging listening sessions
  • vibrant emotional expressions
  • playful and lighthearted moments
  • nostalgic and reflective vibes

Where this album fits

Career context
'Songs from Pete Kelly's Blues' marked Peggy Lee's transition into the mainstream jazz scene following her earlier work with Benny Goodman. Released in 1955, this album came after her successful tenure as a solo artist and solidified her status as a leading figure in jazz-pop crossover during the 1950s.
Stylistic neighbors
Billie Holiday· Sarah Vaughan· Louis Armstrong

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Oh Didn’t He Ramble 2:14
  • 2 Sugar 2:34
  • 3 Somebody Loves Me 3:25
  • 4 I’m Going To Meet My Sweetie Now 2:13
  • 5 I Never Knew 2:55
  • 6 Bye, Bye, Blackbird 3:45
  • 7 What Do I Say After I Say I’m Sorry 2:07
  • 8 Hard Hearted Hannah 2:58
  • 9 Ella Hums the Blues 5:05
  • 10 He Needs Me 2:36
  • 11 Sing a Rainbow 2:47
  • 12 Pete Kelly’s Blues 2:23

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