The Shirley Bassey Singles Album
Shirley Bassey · 1975
61 min · 20 tracks · pop music
A sweeping collection of lush orchestral arrangements paired with Bassey's powerful, emotive vocals.
Why this album works
This album is significant as it showcases Bassey's most popular singles, including the iconic 'Diamonds Are Forever', which remains a touchstone of her career. It solidified her status as one of the leading voices of the era, influencing countless artists and contributing to the enduring popularity of big-voiced female singers in pop music.
- Best for
- sweeping emotional vocal performances wave-like pacing with peaks for nostalgic evenings
- Context
- By 1975, Shirley Bassey was already a celebrated figure in pop music, known for her dramatic stage presence and vocal prowess. 'The Shirley Bassey Singles Album' followed her rise to international fame in the 1960s and served as a retrospective of her greatest hits up until that point, encapsulating her legacy in the industry.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Lennon· Ringo Starr· 10cc· David Bowie· The Zombies· Elton John· Paul McCartney· Fleetwood Mac
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Diamonds Are Forever Standout 2:42
- 2 The Fool on the Hill 3:16
- 3 Something 3:35
- 4 As Long as He Needs Me 2:59
- 5 Somewhere 2:48
- 6 Let’s Fall in Love 3:04
- 7 The Lady Is a Tramp 2:59
- 8 The Look of Love 3:07
- 9 Where Do I Begin 3:14
- 10 If You Go Away 4:31
- 11 I Who Have Nothing 2:41
- 12 What Kind of Fool Am I 3:15
- 13 Goldfinger Standout 2:48
- 14 It Must Be Him 3:17
- 15 Who Can I Turn To 2:12
- 16 Softly as I Leave You 2:30
- 17 Big Spender Standout 1:49
- 18 And I Love You So 4:26
- 19 For All We Know 2:45
- 20 The Party’s Over 3:30
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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