Spanish Harlem
Ben E. King · 1961
51 min · 20 tracks · R&B · soul
A smooth blend of soulful melodies and romantic Latin rhythms that transports listeners to a vibrant musical landscape.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- smooth melodies for romantic evenings
- steady pacing for relaxed listening
- vibrant rhythms for joyful moments
- backdrop for intimate gatherings
- nostalgic vibes with melodic flow
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer modern production styles
- need high-energy tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 1961, Ben E. King was transitioning from his successful stint with The Drifters into a solo career. 'Spanish Harlem' marked his first full-length album, solidifying his identity as a prominent R&B artist after the hit single 'Stand By Me' earlier in the same year.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Otis Redding· Sam Cooke· Solomon Burke
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Amor 3:05
- 2 Sway 2:19
- 3 Come Closer To Me 2:35
- 4 Perfidia 2:05
- 5 Granada 2:28
- 6 Sweet And Gentle 2:25
- 7 Perhaps, Perhaps, Perhaps 2:12
- 8 Frenesi 3:09
- 9 Souvenir Of Mexico 2:25
- 10 Besame Mucho 2:57
- 11 Love Me, Love Me 2:37
- 12 Spanish Harlem 2:56
- 13 How Often 2:37
- 14 A Help Each Other Romance 2:44
- 15 Tell Daddy 2:40
- 16 Too Bad 2:36
- 17 Walking In The Footsteps Of A Fool 2:35
- 18 Gloria Gloria 2:20
- 19 Auf Wiedersehen My Dear 2:05
- 20 How Can I Forget 2:22
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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