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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 powerhouse of American music, renowned for her extraordinary voice and profound impact on multiple genres. Known as the "High Priestess of Soul," Simone's music defied categorization, blending classical, folk, gospel, blues, jazz, R&B, and pop. Her piano playing, deeply influenced by baroque and classical masters like Johann Sebastian Bach, accompanied her expressive, jazz-infused contralto vocals. Beyond her musical prowess, Simone was a fervent civil rights activist, using her platform to advocate for social justice. Her discography is a testament to her versatility, ranging from reimagined folk songs to powerful civil rights anthems. Simone's legacy endures as one of the most iconic and influential figures in music history.

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