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At Last!

Etta James · 1960

40 min · 14 tracks · jazz · R&B · rock & roll

Soulful blues and jazz-infused ballads showcase Etta James's powerful vocals and emotional depth.

Why listen to this

Best for
emotional vocal performances intimate late-night listening reflective mood exploration
Context
Released in 1960, 'At Last!' was Etta James's debut studio album, marking her arrival on the national scene after several years of performing in clubs. At this point, she was transitioning from a local sensation to a prominent figure in the rhythm and blues genre.
If you like
jazz, R&B, rock & roll

At Last! is an album by Etta James, released in 1960. Soulful blues and jazz-infused ballads showcase Etta James's powerful vocals and emotional depth. 'At Last!' is significant for its commercial success, reaching No. 2 on the R&B charts and solidifying Etta James's status as a leading voice in soul music. The title track has since become one of her signature songs, widely covered and celebrated for its emotional resonance. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does At Last! sound like?

Soulful blues and jazz-infused ballads showcase Etta James's powerful vocals and emotional depth. Rooted in jazz and R&B.

What makes At Last! by Etta James notable?

'At Last!' is significant for its commercial success, reaching No. 2 on the R&B charts and solidifying Etta James's status as a leading voice in soul music. The title track has since become one of her signature songs, widely covered and celebrated for its emotional resonance. Released in 1960, 'At Last!' was Etta James's debut studio album, marking her arrival on the national scene after several years of performing in clubs. At this point, she was transitioning from a local sensation to a prominent figure in the rhythm and blues genre.

Who is At Last! for?

At Last! works well if you're into emotional vocal performances, intimate late-night listening and reflective mood exploration.

How many songs are on At Last!?

At Last! has 14 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.

Tracklist

14 tracks·40:29

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Anything to Say You’re Mine 2:38
  • 2 My Dearest Darling 3:05
  • 3 Trust in Me Standout 3:01
  • 4 A Sunday Kind of Love 3:19
  • 5 Tough Mary 2:28
  • 6 I Just Want to Make Love to You Standout 3:09
  • 7 At Last Standout 3:02
  • 8 All I Could Do Was Cry 2:58
  • 9 Stormy Weather 3:10
  • 10 Girl of My Dreams (rendered as “Boy of My Dreams”) 2:26
  • 11 My Heart Cries 2:37
  • 12 Spoonful 2:51
  • 13 It’s a Cryin’ Shame 2:54
  • 14 If I Can’t Have You 2:51

Release Date

November 15, 1960

Genre

jazz

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

40 min 29 sec