Lady Sings The Blues captures Billie Holiday at a powerful and emotional point in her career, reflecting her life’s joys and hardships through unforgettable jazz and blues performances. Originally released in 1956 and revered by critics, this album showcases Holiday’s nuanced, soul-stirring vocals on classic tracks like “Strange Fruit” and “God Bless the Child.” With each song, Billie Holiday weaves her personal story into every note, making this a landmark album in vocal jazz.
This Verve Records release presents a selection of songs from Holiday’s prime recording years, blending her early hits with her mature storytelling. Praised by Down Beat with a rare 5-star review upon its release, Lady Sings The Blues remains a must-hear for jazz enthusiasts and collectors, offering both timeless standards and deep emotional resonance in every performance.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Verve Records
- Genre: Jazz, Blues
- Release Date: 12/10/2013
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TRACKS
A1. Lady Sings The Blues
A2. Trav'lin' Light
A3. I Must Have That Man
A4. Some Other Spring
A5. Strange Fruit
A6. No Good Man
B1. God Bless The Child
B2. Good Morning Heartache
B3. Love Me Or Leave Me
B4. Too Marvelous For Words
B5. Willow Weep For Me
B6. I Thought About You
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