Victim of Love cover

Victim of Love

Dee Dee Bridgewater · 1989

34 min · 8 tracks · jazz

A soulful blend of jazz and pop that showcases Bridgewater's powerful, emotive vocal delivery.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo romantic vibes
  • emotive vocals for reflective moments
  • for evening relaxation
  • soulful melodies for quiet introspection

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of high-energy tracks
  • prefer instant gratification sounds

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1989, 'Victim of Love' marked Dee Dee Bridgewater's return to the music scene after a brief hiatus following her acclaimed album 'Dear Ella'. At this point in her career, she was transitioning from primarily jazz roots towards a more commercial sound, aiming to reach a broader audience with pop-infused tracks while retaining her vocal jazz essence.
Stylistic neighbors
Nina Simone· Cassandra Wilson· Diana Krall

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Heartache Caravan 4:32
  • 2 Wall of Love 3:51
  • 3 Love Takes Chances 4:28
  • 4 I Go My Way 3:21
  • 5 Precious Thing (Till the Next... Somewhere) 5:03
  • 6 Mr. Guitar Man 4:50
  • 7 Can't We Try Love Again 3:57
  • 8 Sunset & Blue 4:01

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata