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No Strings

Sheena Easton · 1993

46 min · 11 tracks · contemporary R&B · country · pop rock

A lush collection of standards revealing Easton's rich vocals over elegant, jazz-inflected arrangements.

No Strings is an album by Sheena Easton, released in 1993. A lush collection of standards revealing Easton's rich vocals over elegant, jazz-inflected arrangements. This album is significant for its exploration of classic jazz and pop standards, which highlighted Easton's vocal prowess to a new audience. Although it did not achieve the same commercial success as her earlier releases, it received positive critical acclaim and reinforced her status as a versatile artist capable of tackling complex emotional material. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does No Strings sound like?

A lush collection of standards revealing Easton's rich vocals over elegant, jazz-inflected arrangements. Rooted in contemporary R&B and country.

What makes No Strings by Sheena Easton notable?

This album is significant for its exploration of classic jazz and pop standards, which highlighted Easton's vocal prowess to a new audience. Although it did not achieve the same commercial success as her earlier releases, it received positive critical acclaim and reinforced her status as a versatile artist capable of tackling complex emotional material. By the time 'No Strings' was released in January 1993, Sheena Easton had transitioned from her pop roots established in the 1980s to a more mature sound. This album followed her commercially successful period with hits like 'Morning Train (Nine to Five)' and marked a shift towards adult contemporary music, showcasing her versatility as an artist.

How many songs are on No Strings?

No Strings has 11 tracks, running approximately 46 minutes.

Tracklist

11 tracks·46:14

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

  • 1 Someone to Watch Over Me Standout 3:18
  • 2 I'm in the Mood for Love / Moody's Mood "For Love" 4:14
  • 3 The Nearness of You 3:17
  • 4 How Deep Is the Ocean 3:40
  • 5 If You Go Away (Ne Me Quitte Pas) Standout 5:52
  • 6 Body and Soul 5:51
  • 7 Little Girl Blue / When Sunny Gets Blue 6:10
  • 8 The One I Love Belongs to Someone Else 3:24
  • 9 The Man That Got Away Standout 4:23
  • 10 I Will Say Goodbye 2:37
  • 11 Never Will I Marry 3:23

Release Date

January 1, 1993

Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

46 min 14 sec