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Songs of the Beatles

Sarah Vaughan · 1981

44 min · 13 tracks · bebop · cool jazz

Sarah Vaughan's lush vocals breathe new life into Beatles classics through rich jazz interpretations and soulful arrangements.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic explorations throughout
  • soulful interpretations of classics
  • reflective moments with lush vocals
  • warm ambiance for relaxed listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer high-energy fast-paced tracks
  • seeking experimental soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Songs of the Beatles' was released in 1981, Sarah Vaughan was an established figure in jazz, celebrated for her powerful voice and emotive delivery. This album came late in her career, following a string of successful projects that showcased her versatility across genres, including the celebrated 'Sarah Vaughan with Michel Legrand' from 1983.
Stylistic neighbors
Ella Fitzgerald· Billie Holiday· Nancy Wilson

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Get Back 2:58
  • 2 And I Love Her 4:09
  • 3 Eleanor Rigby 3:50
  • 4 Fool on the Hill 4:17
  • 5 You Never Give Me Your Money 2:51
  • 6 Come Together 3:25
  • 7 I Want You (She's So Heavy) 3:33
  • 8 Blackbird 3:35
  • 9 Something 4:19
  • 10 Here, There and Everywhere 2:51
  • 11 The Long and Winding Road 3:09
  • 12 Yesterday 4:03
  • 13 Hey Jude 1:10

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