This Is My Life
Shirley Bassey · 1968
31 min · 12 tracks · pop music
Shirley Bassey's powerful vocals soar over lush orchestral arrangements and heartfelt ballads, embodying classic pop elegance.
Why this album works
'This Is My Life' is notable for its title track, which became an anthem of self-assertion and resilience, resonating with audiences and influencing artists in subsequent decades. The album solidified Bassey's status in pop culture, showcasing her unique ability to blend theatricality with contemporary music, further establishing her legacy as one of the UK's premier vocalists.
- Best for
- short, impactful listening sessions emotional vocal storytelling intimate and reflective moments
- Context
- Released in 1968, 'This Is My Life' marked a significant moment in Shirley Bassey's career as it followed her rise to fame in the early 1960s. At this point, she had established herself as a leading vocalist known for her dramatic interpretations and was transitioning toward more personal material that highlighted her emotional range.
- 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 Now You Want to Be Loved 2:55
- 2 Goin’ Out of My Head / You Go to My Head Standout 2:53
- 3 Softly as I Leave You Standout 2:27
- 4 A Time for Us 1:55
- 5 The Joker 2:25
- 6 I Must Know 2:40
- 7 This Is My Life (La vita) Standout 3:07
- 8 Who Am I? 2:37
- 9 Funny Girl 2:23
- 10 Sunny 2:42
- 11 I’ve Been Loved 2:54
- 12 Where Is Tomorrow? 2:39
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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