Try a Little Love
Sam Cooke · 1965
30 min · 12 tracks · R&B · soul · gospel
Soulful melodies intertwine with heartfelt lyrics, showcasing Cooke's vocal prowess and emotive storytelling.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo flow throughout heartfelt storytelling in lyrics for romantic evenings
- Context
- Released in 1965, 'Try a Little Love' is Sam Cooke's fifth studio album, following his commercial breakthrough with 'Ain't That Good News.' At this point, Cooke was solidifying his status as a leading figure in soul music, blending gospel influences with popular rhythm and blues.
- If you like
- R&B, soul, gospel
Try a Little Love is an album by Sam Cooke, released in 1965. Soulful melodies intertwine with heartfelt lyrics, showcasing Cooke's vocal prowess and emotive storytelling. This album is significant for its role in promoting the soul genre during a transformative era in American music. Critics praised Cooke's ability to convey deep emotion, contributing to his legacy as an influential artist and earning him enduring respect in both popular and critical circles. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Try a Little Love sound like?
Soulful melodies intertwine with heartfelt lyrics, showcasing Cooke's vocal prowess and emotive storytelling. Rooted in R&B and soul.
What makes Try a Little Love by Sam Cooke notable?
This album is significant for its role in promoting the soul genre during a transformative era in American music. Critics praised Cooke's ability to convey deep emotion, contributing to his legacy as an influential artist and earning him enduring respect in both popular and critical circles. Released in 1965, 'Try a Little Love' is Sam Cooke's fifth studio album, following his commercial breakthrough with 'Ain't That Good News.' At this point, Cooke was solidifying his status as a leading figure in soul music, blending gospel influences with popular rhythm and blues.
Who is Try a Little Love for?
Try a Little Love works well if you're into steady mid-tempo flow throughout, heartfelt storytelling in lyrics and for romantic evenings.
How many songs are on Try a Little Love?
Try a Little Love has 12 tracks, running approximately 30 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Try a Little Love Standout 2:37
- 2 Don’t Cry on My Shoulder 2:40
- 3 Bridge of Tears 2:49
- 4 I Fall in Love Every Day 2:07
- 5 You’re Always on My Mind 2:12
- 6 Almost in Your Arms 2:01
- 7 When a Boy Falls in Love 2:29
- 8 To Each His Own 3:04
- 9 Tammy 3:30
- 10 The Gypsy 2:30
- 11 The Little Things You Do 2:13
- 12 You Send Me Standout 2:41
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