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little girl blue - nina simone

Little Girl Blue

Nina Simone

2013
10 tracks
38 min
vocal jazz

Album Description

Nina Simone's debut studio album, 'Little Girl Blue', is a timeless masterpiece that showcases her unique blend of jazz, blues, and soul. Released in 1958, this iconic album features 11 captivating tracks, including the Gershwin ballad 'I Loves You, Porgy', which became the biggest hit for Bethlehem Records, and 'My Baby Just Cares For Me', a song that gained immense popularity in the mid-80s with an animated music video on MTV.

With her distinctive voice and emotive delivery, Nina Simone weaves a spellbinding narrative throughout the album, effortlessly transitioning between soulful jazz standards like 'Mood Indigo' and 'Love Me Or Leave Me', to heartfelt ballads such as the title track 'Little Girl Blue'. Her innovative interpolation of the Christmas carol 'Good King Wenceslas' as a counter-melody in 'Little Girl Blue' has garnered widespread admiration, demonstrating her exceptional artistry and creativity.

This 2013 remastered version of 'Little Girl Blue' presents Nina Simone's remarkable talent in pristine sound quality, allowing listeners to fully appreciate the nuances of her expressive vocals and the masterful instrumentation that accompanies her. With a duration of just 38 minutes, this album may be concise, but its impact is undeniable, leaving a lasting impression on all who experience it. 'Little Girl Blue' is an essential listening experience for fans of Nina Simone and jazz enthusiasts alike, offering a glimpse into the remarkable career of a truly legendary artist.

27 aug 20132013 BMG Rights Management (US) LLC2013 BMG Rights Management (US) LLC

Tracks

Mood Indigo (2013 - Remaster)Nina Simone
4:00
Don't Smoke in Bed (2013 - Remaster)Nina Simone
3:10
He Needs Me (2013 - Remaster)Nina Simone
2:29
Little Girl Blue (2013 - Remaster)Nina Simone
4:17
Love Me or Leave Me (2013 - Remaster)Nina Simone
3:21
My Baby Just Cares for Me (2013 - Remaster)Nina Simone
3:35
Good Bait (2013 - Remaster)Nina Simone
5:27
Plain Gold Ring (2013 - Remaster)Nina Simone
3:48
You'll Never Walk Alone (2013 - Remaster)Nina Simone
3:45
I Loves You Porgy (2013 - Remaster)Nina Simone
4:09

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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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