This Is Anita cover

Released 70 years ago

This Is Anita

Anita O'Day · 1956

37 min · 12 tracks · jazz

Anita O'Day's vibrant vocals dance effortlessly over polished jazz arrangements, blending classic standards with her unique swing.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic journey throughout
  • vibrant vocals for cheerful moments
  • for afternoon gatherings
  • easy listening with rhythmic charm

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced, energetic tracks
  • seek complex, experimental arrangements

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1956, 'This Is Anita' marked a significant moment in Anita O'Day's career as she was establishing herself as a leading jazz vocalist. Following her breakthrough with the hit 'And Her Tears Flowed Like Wine', this album showcased her refined style and ability to reinterpret timeless standards, solidifying her reputation in the jazz world.
Stylistic neighbors
Ella Fitzgerald· Sarah Vaughan· Billie Holiday

Tracklist

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

  • 1 You're the Top 2:24
  • 2 Honeysuckle Rose 3:13
  • 3 A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square 4:00
  • 4 Who Cares? 3:14
  • 5 I Can't Get Started 3:53
  • 6 Fine and Dandy 2:25
  • 7 As Long as I Live 3:39
  • 8 No Moon at All 2:28
  • 9 Time After Time 4:06
  • 10 I'll See You in My Dreams 2:50
  • 11 I Fall in Love Too Easily 2:54
  • 12 Beautiful Love 2:37

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata