Why this album works
'The Man I Love' is notable for its critical acclaim, featuring songs that have since become jazz standards. The album showcases Lee's signature style, contributing to her influence on subsequent generations of vocalists and its success helped reinforce her legacy in the music industry.
- Career context
- Released in 1957, 'The Man I Love' came during Peggy Lee's peak as a solo artist after her successful stint with the Benny Goodman Orchestra. This album followed her critically acclaimed work in the early 1950s, solidifying her status as a leading figure in popular music, particularly in jazz-infused pop.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nancy Sinatra· Harry Nilsson· Bob Dylan· Elvis Presley· Aretha Franklin· Dean Martin· Kenny Rogers· Willie Nelson
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Man I Love Standout 3:47
- 2 Please Be Kind 4:14
- 3 Happiness Is a Thing Called Joe Standout 4:06
- 4 Just One Way to Say I Love You 2:54
- 5 That's All Standout 2:56
- 6 Something Wonderful 3:16
- 7 He's My Guy 4:14
- 8 Then I'll Be Tired of You 2:31
- 9 My Heart Stood Still 2:47
- 10 If I Should Lose You 2:25
- 11 There Is No Greater Love 3:40
- 12 The Folks Who Live on the Hill 3:41
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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