Velvet Soul
Carmen McRae · 1975
72 min · 19 tracks · jazz
A lush blend of jazz sophistication and emotive storytelling framed by McRae's captivating vocals.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like emotional peaks
- captivating vocal storytelling
- for reflective evenings
- gentle background for conversations
- intimate moments of connection
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking fast-paced energy
- prefer standalone tracks only
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1975, 'Velvet Soul' was Carmen McRae's follow-up to her critically acclaimed album 'Carmen Sings Monk'. At this point in her career, McRae was solidifying her reputation as a leading jazz vocalist, known for her unique interpretations of standards and ability to convey deep emotion. This album further established her artistry during a period when jazz was evolving and intersecting with other genres.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Billie Holiday· Sarah Vaughan· Ella Fitzgerald
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Nice Work If You Can Get It 2:51
- 2 It Takes a Whole Lot of Human Feeling 3:49
- 3 I Fall in Love Too Easily 3:50
- 4 Hey John 3:25
- 5 Where Are the Words 3:19
- 6 Straighten Up and Fly Right 3:01
- 7 Inside a Silent Tear 6:10
- 8 Imagination 4:23
- 9 The Right to Love 4:18
- 10 All the Things You Are 4:02
- 11 You're Mine You 3:12
- 12 You and I 4:50
- 13 How Could I Settle for Less 2:44
- 14 The Good Life 2:53
- 15 Sunshine of My Love 3:12
- 16 Exactly Like You 3:45
- 17 There Will Come a Time 4:20
- 18 Masquerade 4:08
- 19 Livin' 4:28
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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