What makes Today, Tomorrow, Forever by Nancy Wilson notable?

This album is notable for its commercial success, reaching high positions on the Billboard charts and contributing to Wilson's growing acclaim. It features several tracks that have since become standards in the jazz repertoire, highlighting her influence on both contemporary and future artists within the genre. Released in 1964, Today, Tomorrow, Forever was Nancy Wilson's third studio album, following her breakout success with Like In Love. By this time, she had established herself as a prominent figure in the jazz and pop scenes, known for her versatility and emotive singing style. This album further solidified her status as an artist capable of bridging genres.

Who is Today, Tomorrow, Forever for?

Today, Tomorrow, Forever works well if you're into concise melodic journey, elegant afternoon gatherings and smooth vocals for unwinding.

How many songs are on Today, Tomorrow, Forever?

Today, Tomorrow, Forever has 12 tracks, running approximately 28 minutes.

Today, Tomorrow, Forever

Nancy Wilson · 1964

28 min · 12 tracks · jazz

A lush blend of jazz and pop, showcasing Wilson's smooth vocals over sophisticated arrangements.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Unchain My Heart — This rendition captures Wilson's ability to convey deep emotion through her nuanced vocal delivery, making it a standout interpretation of a classic song.
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I Left My Heart in San Francisco — Wilson's version adds a unique jazzy flair to this well-known ballad, showcasing her interpretative skills and emotional depth.
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Go Away, Little Boy — The track highlights Wilson's capability to blend vulnerability with strength, an essential aspect of her vocal artistry that resonates throughout the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

59 /100

Treeline

Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong vocal performances over sophisticated arrangements, balancing emotional depth and engaging themes.

What we noticed

The album features lush orchestral arrangements that complement Wilson's smooth vocal delivery, creating a rich soundscape.
Each track is structured around a central theme, often exploring love and longing, with Wilson's phrasing emphasizing emotional nuances.
The tempo varies across tracks, with several ballads interspersed with more upbeat numbers, maintaining listener engagement throughout.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

concise melodic journey
elegant afternoon gatherings
smooth vocals for unwinding
playful energy in short tracks

Maybe skip if you

prefer longer, sprawling albums
seek heavy, intense sound

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 1964, Today, Tomorrow, Forever was Nancy Wilson's third studio album, following her breakout success with Like In Love. By this time, she had established herself as a prominent figure in the jazz and pop scenes, known for her versatility and emotive singing style. This album further solidified her status as an artist capable of bridging genres.
Stylistic neighbors: Ella Fitzgerald· Sarah Vaughan· Billie Holiday