With Billie in Mind
Teddy Wilson · 1972
63 min · 20 tracks · jazz
A lush collection of jazz standards that captures the essence of Billie Holiday's emotive storytelling through dynamic arrangements.
Top tracks — play these first
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Body and Soul — This track stands out for its emotional depth, showcasing Wilson's intricate piano work paired with heartfelt melodies that echo Holiday’s original interpretations.
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What a Little Moonlight Can Do — The lively arrangement highlights Wilson's skill in blending rhythm and melody, making it an engaging opener that sets the tone for the album.
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I'll Never Be the Same — This song encapsulates the poignant essence of love and longing, allowing Wilson’s virtuosity to shine through both technical proficiency and emotional resonance.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- evening relaxation with soft vocals
- intimate moments of nostalgia
- gentle piano-led emotional exploration
- warm background for social gatherings
- easy listening during quiet reflection
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of fast-paced energy
- prefer loud, upbeat environments
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 1972, Teddy Wilson was a respected figure in jazz, known for his piano work with prominent artists. 'With Billie in Mind' is a tribute album that showcases his deep admiration for Billie Holiday and marks a continuation of his collaboration with her music style, following decades of influential performances since the 1930s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bill Evans· Oscar Peterson· Erroll Garner
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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I'll Never Be the Same
The bridge introduces an unexpected shift in tempo and mood that highlights vulnerability in love.
This structural change creates an emotional contrast that deepens the listener's experience of heartache, distinctively marking this rendition within the album.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 What a Little Moonlight Can Do 4:00
- 2 This Year's Kisses 3:29
- 3 When You're Smiling 2:12
- 4 Easy to Love 3:14
- 5 Sugar 3:07
- 6 Body and Soul 3:30
- 7 If You Were Mine 3:12
- 8 Them There Eyes 2:26
- 9 I'll Never Be the Same 3:49
- 10 I Wished on the Moon 3:33
- 11 Why Was I Born 3:45
- 12 I Cried for You 3:31
- 13 If Dreams Come True 2:33
- 14 Fooling Myself 3:10
- 15 Mean to Me 3:21
- 16 Nice Work If You Can Get It 2:32
- 17 I'll Get By (As Long as I Have You) 3:10
- 18 Easy Living 2:31
- 19 Miss Brown to You 3:07
- 20 What a Moon, What a Night, What a Girl 3:00
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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