What makes That's the Way It Should Be by Booker T. & the M.G.'s notable?

This album is significant for its cover of Bob Dylan's 'Gotta Serve Somebody', showcasing the band's versatility and enduring relevance in modern music. Furthermore, it received positive critical reception, helping to solidify their legacy as pioneers of the Southern soul sound while influencing a new generation of musicians. By the time 'That's the Way It Should Be' was released in 1994, Booker T. & the M.G.'s had already established themselves as icons of soul music, having formed in the early 1960s. This album came nearly two decades after their last studio release, marking a notable return to form for the band during a period of revitalization in their career.

Who is That's the Way It Should Be for?

That's the Way It Should Be works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long, immersive listening sessions and atmospheric background focus.

How many songs are on That's the Way It Should Be?

That's the Way It Should Be has 12 tracks, running approximately 53 minutes.

That's the Way It Should Be

Booker T. & the M.G.'s · 1994

53 min · 12 tracks · jazz · soul

A blend of smooth jazz and soulful grooves, infused with the timeless essence of Booker T.'s signature sound.

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Why this album works

This album is significant for its cover of Bob Dylan's 'Gotta Serve Somebody', showcasing the band's versatility and enduring relevance in modern music. Furthermore, it received positive critical reception, helping to solidify their legacy as pioneers of the Southern soul sound while influencing a new generation of musicians.

Best for: dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions atmospheric background focus
Context: By the time 'That's the Way It Should Be' was released in 1994, Booker T. & the M.G.'s had already established themselves as icons of soul music, having formed in the early 1960s. This album came nearly two decades after their last studio release, marking a notable return to form for the band during a period of revitalization in their career.
Stylistic neighbors: Dean Martin· Julie London· Nancy Sinatra· Charlie Rich· Lena Horne· Bing Crosby· Ella Fitzgerald· Elvis Presley

Tracklist

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1 Slip Slidin’ 3:58
2 Mo’ Greens 5:38
3 Gotta Serve Somebody Standout 4:24
4 Let’s Wait Awhile 3:43
5 That’s the Way It Should Be 3:22
6 Just My Imagination (Running Away With Me) Standout 4:39
7 Camel Ride 6:15
8 Have a Heart 4:31
9 Cruisin’ 3:45
10 I Can’t Stand the Rain Standout 5:07
11 Sarasota Sunset 4:00
12 I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For 4:31

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