The Second Time Around
Etta James · 1961
28 min · 10 tracks · jazz · R&B · rock & roll
A poignant blend of blues and gospel with Etta James' powerful, soulful vocals carrying deep emotional weight.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short reflective listening experience
- powerful vocals for emotional depth
- intimate moments of vulnerability
- front-loaded energy and engagement
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer longer album explorations
- seek upbeat party tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on December 14, 1961, 'The Second Time Around' was Etta James' third studio album, following her breakthrough with 'At Last'. At this point in her career, she was solidifying her presence in the rhythm and blues genre, moving from a teen sensation to a respected artist known for her vocal prowess.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Aretha Franklin· Billie Holiday· Nina Simone
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Don't Cry Baby 2:30
- 2 Fool That I Am 3:01
- 3 One for My Baby (And One More for the Road) 3:30
- 4 In My Diary 2:37
- 5 Seven Day Fool 3:01
- 6 It's Too Soon to Know 2:50
- 7 Dream 2:29
- 8 I'll Dry My Tears 2:40
- 9 Plum Nuts 3:03
- 10 Don't Get Around Much Anymore 2:25
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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