Released 20 years ago
The Very Best of Nina Simone
Nina Simone · 2006
75 min · 21 tracks · blues · jazz · soul
A powerful fusion of jazz, blues, and soul that showcases Simone's emotive vocals and poignant lyricism.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic peaks and valleys
- cathartic vocal performances
- emotional depth in simplicity
- for reflective moments
- soulful anthems for empowerment
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer fast-paced tracks
- seek only radio singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2006, this compilation album comes during a resurgence of interest in Nina Simone's work following her passing in 2003. By this time, Simone had become emblematic of the civil rights movement, with her music gaining renewed significance. This collection served to introduce new generations to her impactful artistry.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Billie Holiday· Ella Fitzgerald· Aretha Franklin
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ain’t Got No, I Got Life 2:17
- 2 My Baby Just Cares for Me 3:37
- 3 Feeling Good 2:52
- 4 I Put a Spell on You 2:34
- 5 I Loves You Porgy 4:10
- 6 Don’t Let Me Be Misunderstood 2:42
- 7 The Look of Love 2:22
- 8 I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel to Be Free 3:08
- 9 I Want a Little Sugar in My Bowl 2:32
- 10 Do I Move You 2:45
- 11 Do What You Gotta Do 3:35
- 12 To Be Young, Gifted and Black 2:48
- 13 Since I Fell for You 2:49
- 14 Nobody’s Fault but Mine 2:58
- 15 I Think It’s Going to Rain Today 3:20
- 16 Sinnerman 10:21
- 17 The Times They Are a Changin’ 5:59
- 18 Mr. Bojangles 4:59
- 19 Here Comes the Sun 3:33
- 20 To Love Somebody 2:39
- 21 Ain’t Got No, I Got Life (Nina Simone vs. Groovefinder remix) 3:22
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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