What the World Needs Now
McCoy Tyner · 1997
52 min · 9 tracks · post-bop · ethno jazz · progressive jazz
A lush fusion of jazz and pop, where Tyner's piano weaves through heartfelt melodies and intricate arrangements.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady melodic progression throughout
- heartfelt moments of reflection
- for evening relaxation
- intricate arrangements to savor
- suitable for quiet gatherings
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy tracks
- prefer quick, standalone songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'What the World Needs Now' was released in 1997, McCoy Tyner had already established himself as a formidable force in jazz, particularly known for his work with the John Coltrane Quartet. This album marked a significant moment in his career as it showcased his ability to reinterpret classic pop songs through a jazz lens, reflecting both maturity and innovation in his artistry.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Chick Corea· Herbie Hancock· Keith Jarrett
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 (They Long to Be) Close to You 7:51
- 2 What the World Needs Now Is Love 6:09
- 3 You’ll Never Get to Heaven (If You Break My Heart) 5:04
- 4 The Windows of the World 5:30
- 5 One Less Bell to Answer 5:39
- 6 A House Is Not a Home 5:36
- 7 (There’s) Always Something There to Remind Me 4:43
- 8 Alfie 4:26
- 9 The Look of Love 7:11
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