Swing Low cover

Swing Low

Sam Cooke · 1961

36 min · 12 tracks · R&B · soul · gospel

A heartfelt blend of gospel, rhythm and blues, and folk that showcases Cooke's iconic voice and emotional depth.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • heartfelt emotional reflections
  • gentle, soothing background ambiance
  • short, reflective listening sessions
  • nostalgic storytelling elements

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in March 1961, 'Swing Low' followed Sam Cooke's breakthrough album 'Night Beat' from the previous year. At this point in his career, Cooke was establishing himself as a leading figure in soul music while exploring his gospel roots, thus solidifying his versatility as an artist.
Stylistic neighbors
Otis Redding· Al Green· Marvin Gaye

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Swing Low, Sweet Chariot 3:09
  • 2 I’m Just a Country Boy 4:10
  • 3 They Call the Wind Marīa 2:59
  • 4 Twilight on the Trail 3:13
  • 5 If I Had You 2:20
  • 6 Chain Gang 2:36
  • 7 Grandfather’s Clock 3:14
  • 8 Jeanie With the Light Brown Hair 3:48
  • 9 Long, Long Ago 3:01
  • 10 Pray 2:13
  • 11 You Belong to Me 2:47
  • 12 Goin’ Home 3:08

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata