The Very Thought of You cover

The Very Thought of You

Nat King Cole · 1958

57 min · 16 tracks · jazz

Rich orchestral arrangements cradle Nat King Cole's velvety baritone, delivering timeless romantic ballads with effortless grace.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady romantic melodic journey
  • velvety vocals for intimate moments
  • for candlelit evenings
  • rich orchestral warmth surrounds
  • gentle background for conversations

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeks upbeat dance tracks
  • prefers fast-paced listening

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in late 1958, 'The Very Thought of You' marked a significant moment in Nat King Cole's career as he transitioned from a celebrated jazz pianist to a mainstream pop icon. This album followed his successful series of records in the 1950s that solidified his status as one of the leading voices in American music, showcasing his ability to blend jazz with popular standards.
Stylistic neighbors
Frank Sinatra· Ella Fitzgerald· Tony Bennett

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 The Very Thought of You 3:52
  • 2 But Beautiful 3:32
  • 3 Impossible 3:14
  • 4 I Wish I Knew the Way to Your Heart 3:19
  • 5 I Found a Million Dollar Baby (In a Five and Ten Cent Store) 2:55
  • 6 Magnificent Obsession 3:58
  • 7 My Heart Tells Me (Should I Believe My Heart?) 4:18
  • 8 Paradise 3:18
  • 9 This Is All I Ask 4:35
  • 10 Cherie, I Love You 3:34
  • 11 Making Believe You’re Here 3:46
  • 12 Cherchez la femme 2:45
  • 13 For All We Know 3:20
  • 14 The More I See You 3:34
  • 15 Don’t Blame Me 4:04
  • 16 There Is No Greater Love 3:08

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata