Tribute to the Lady cover

Tribute to the Lady

Sam Cooke · 1959

28 min · 12 tracks · R&B · soul · gospel

A heartfelt homage blending smooth vocals with jazz-infused arrangements and poignant lyrics that celebrate love and loss.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short, emotive listening sessions
  • intimate, reflective moments
  • poignant themes of love
  • smooth, soothing background music

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1959, 'Tribute to the Lady' marked Sam Cooke's transition to a more sophisticated sound following his breakout success with 'You Send Me'. This album showcased Cooke's ability to interpret classic standards, establishing him as a versatile artist who could bridge gospel roots with mainstream popularity.
Stylistic neighbors
Otis Redding· Al Green· Marvin Gaye

Tracklist

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

  • 1 God Bless the Child 2:34
  • 2 She’s Funny That Way 1:51
  • 3 I’ve Got a Right to Sing the Blues 2:31
  • 4 Good Morning, Heartache 2:05
  • 5 ’T Ain’t Nobody’s Biznezz (If I Do) 2:24
  • 6 Comes Love 2:27
  • 7 Lover Girl (Man) 2:24
  • 8 Let’s Call the Whole Thing Off 2:19
  • 9 Lover Come Back to Me 2:10
  • 10 Solitude 2:21
  • 11 They Can’t Take That Away From Me 2:28
  • 12 Crazy in Love With You 2:30

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata