It Is Finished
Nina Simone · 1974
43 min · 8 tracks · blues · jazz · soul
A potent blend of jazz, blues, and gospel that showcases Simone's powerful voice and emotional depth.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- emotional vocal storytelling long, immersive listening sessions reflective and contemplative moods
- Context
- By 1974, Nina Simone was in a transitional phase, having released several influential albums in the 1960s. 'It Is Finished' came after a period of personal and professional upheaval, marked by her relocation to Liberia and struggles with the music industry. This album reflects her complex journey, incorporating themes of spirituality and social justice.
- If you like
- blues, jazz, soul
It Is Finished is an album by Nina Simone, released in 1974. A potent blend of jazz, blues, and gospel that showcases Simone's powerful voice and emotional depth. This album is significant for its exploration of spirituality through music, resonating deeply with listeners during a time of cultural change. Though it did not achieve major commercial success, it has been praised for its artistic integrity and has influenced numerous artists in the realms of soul and jazz. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does It Is Finished sound like?
A potent blend of jazz, blues, and gospel that showcases Simone's powerful voice and emotional depth. Rooted in blues and jazz.
What makes It Is Finished by Nina Simone notable?
This album is significant for its exploration of spirituality through music, resonating deeply with listeners during a time of cultural change. Though it did not achieve major commercial success, it has been praised for its artistic integrity and has influenced numerous artists in the realms of soul and jazz. By 1974, Nina Simone was in a transitional phase, having released several influential albums in the 1960s. 'It Is Finished' came after a period of personal and professional upheaval, marked by her relocation to Liberia and struggles with the music industry. This album reflects her complex journey, incorporating themes of spirituality and social justice.
Who is It Is Finished for?
It Is Finished works well if you're into emotional vocal storytelling, long, immersive listening sessions and reflective and contemplative moods.
How many songs are on It Is Finished?
It Is Finished has 8 tracks, running approximately 43 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Pusher Standout 5:10
- 2 Com’ by H’Yere-Good Lord 5:51
- 3 Funkier Than a Mosquito’s Tweeter 5:18
- 4 Mr. Bojangles Standout 4:43
- 5 I Want a Little Sugar in My Bowl Standout 5:50
- 6 Dambala 6:50
- 7 Let It Be Me 3:27
- 8 Obeah Woman 6:18
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