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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo flow throughout
- heartfelt storytelling in lyrics
- for romantic evenings
- easy sing-alongs with friends
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer longer, sprawling albums
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career 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.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Otis Redding· Al Green· Marvin Gaye
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Try a Little Love 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 2:41
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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