Released 60 years ago
Wade in the Water
Ramsey Lewis · 1966
34 min · 10 tracks · jazz fusion · jazz-funk
Soulful jazz rhythms intertwine with pop sensibilities, creating an inviting and infectious groove throughout the album.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- inviting grooves for social gatherings
- steady pacing for relaxed afternoons
- infectious rhythms to uplift mood
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking intense or chaotic energy
- prefer lengthy immersive experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 1966, Ramsey Lewis was transitioning from a promising jazz pianist to a mainstream sensation. 'Wade in the Water' followed his breakthrough hit 'The In Crowd' and solidified his status as a leading figure in jazz-funk. This album marked a pivotal moment where Lewis began to blend traditional jazz elements with popular music influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Herbie Hancock· Chick Corea· George Benson
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Wade in the Water 3:52
- 2 Ain’t That Peculiar 2:59
- 3 Tobacco Road 4:33
- 4 Money in the Pocket 2:44
- 5 Message to Michael 3:10
- 6 Uptight (Everything’s Alright) 5:44
- 7 Hold It Right There 2:28
- 8 Day Tripper 3:11
- 9 Mi Compasion 3:06
- 10 Hurt So Bad 3:05
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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