The Divine One
Sarah Vaughan · 1961
33 min · 12 tracks · bebop · cool jazz
A lush blend of lush orchestration and Vaughan's rich, emotive vocals that evoke deep longing and joy.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- gentle peaks of emotional warmth
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- steady flow with rich vocals
- evocative moments of deep longing
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy excitement
- prefer lengthy immersive albums
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1961, 'The Divine One' was Sarah Vaughan's first album for the Mercury label after her departure from Columbia Records. At this point in her career, Vaughan was already a prominent figure in jazz, known for her distinctive vocal style and technical prowess. This album marked a continuation of her artistic evolution, showcasing her ability to interpret standards with profound emotional depth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ella Fitzgerald· Billie Holiday· Nancy Wilson
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Have You Met Miss Jones? 2:21
- 2 Ain’t No Use 3:53
- 3 Everytime I See You 3:01
- 4 You Stepped Out of a Dream 2:20
- 5 Gloomy Sunday 3:26
- 6 What Do You See in Her 2:51
- 7 Jump for Joy 2:27
- 8 When Your Lover Has Gone 2:18
- 9 I’m Gonna Laugh You Out of My Life 2:50
- 10 Wrap Your Troubles in Dreams 2:33
- 11 Somebody Else’s Dream 2:24
- 12 Trouble Is a Man 3:18
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