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don't let me be misunderstood - nina simone

Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood

Nina Simone

2025
20 tracks
1 uur, 18 min
vocal jazz

Album Description

Nina Simone's 'Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood' is a masterful compilation that showcases the legendary artist's incredible vocal range and emotional depth. Released on 22 February 2025 via UME - Global Clearing House, this 1 hour and 18-minute album is a testament to Simone's enduring legacy.

Featuring a diverse tracklist that includes iconic songs such as 'Feeling Good', 'Strange Fruit', and 'Sinnerman', this album is a must-listen for fans of vocal jazz, jazz blues, and soul. Nina Simone's powerful, soulful voice brings to life classics like 'I Put A Spell On You' and 'Four Women', while her poignant renditions of 'Black Is The Color Of My True Love's Hair' and 'Wild Is The Wind' demonstrate her remarkable ability to convey emotion through music.

The album also includes live recordings from 1964, including 'The Other Woman - Live In New York' and 'Mississippi Goddam - Live At Carnegie Hall, New York', which capture the intensity and passion of Nina Simone's live performances. With its blend of jazz, blues, and soul, 'Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood' is a compelling collection that highlights Nina Simone's status as a true music legend.

Tracks

Don't Let Me Be MisunderstoodNina Simone
2:46
I Put A Spell On YouNina Simone
2:36
Feeling GoodNina Simone
2:55
See-Line WomanNina Simone
2:37
Strange FruitNina Simone
3:29
SinnermanNina Simone
10:19
Be My HusbandNina Simone
3:21
Black Is The Color Of My True Love's HairNina Simone
3:25
Four WomenNina Simone
4:26
Lilac WineNina Simone
4:15
Ne Me Quitte PasNina Simone
3:36
The Other Woman - Live In New York, 1964Nina Simone
3:02
Love Me Or Leave MeNina Simone
4:06
Work SongNina Simone
3:05
Mississippi Goddam - Live At Carnegie Hall, New York, 1964Nina Simone
4:55
Don't Smoke In Bed - Live At Carnegie Hall, New York, 1964Nina Simone
5:28
Wild Is The WindNina Simone
6:58
Beautiful LandNina Simone
1:54
Take Me To The WaterNina Simone
2:49
Tomorrow Is My TurnNina Simone
2:48

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About Nina Simone

Nina Simone, born Eunice Kathleen Waymon, was a towering figure in music and activism, known for her powerful voice and profound piano skills. Her music defied easy categorization, blending classical, jazz, blues, folk, gospel, R&B, and pop into a unique and captivating sound. Simone's piano playing was deeply influenced by baroque and classical music, particularly Johann Sebastian Bach, while her singing was expressive and jazz-infused, showcasing her remarkable contralto range. Beyond her musical prowess, Simone was a fierce civil rights activist, using her platform to advocate for social justice and equality. Her songs like "Mississippi Goddam" and "Young, Gifted and Black" became anthems for the movement. Simone's legacy endures as a testament to her artistic genius and her unwavering commitment to social change.

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