The Best Is Yet to Come cover

The Best Is Yet to Come

Ella Fitzgerald · 1982

40 min · 10 tracks · jazz · soul · swing

A soulful blend of jazz standards infused with Ella's timeless elegance and emotional depth.

Why listen to this

Best for
steady melodic journey throughout soulful reflections on love evening relaxation with elegance
Context
Released in 1982, 'The Best Is Yet to Come' marked Ella Fitzgerald's return to the studio after a brief hiatus. At this point in her career, she was already an established icon, yet this album showcased her continued relevance and artistry within the jazz genre as she embraced contemporary arrangements.
If you like
jazz, soul, swing

The Best Is Yet to Come is an album by Ella Fitzgerald, released in 1982. A soulful blend of jazz standards infused with Ella's timeless elegance and emotional depth. 'The Best Is Yet to Come' received critical acclaim for its sophisticated interpretations of classic songs, notably charting on Billboard’s Jazz Albums. This album is significant because it highlighted Fitzgerald's ability to adapt to changing musical landscapes while maintaining her signature style. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Best Is Yet to Come sound like?

A soulful blend of jazz standards infused with Ella's timeless elegance and emotional depth. Rooted in jazz and soul.

What makes The Best Is Yet to Come by Ella Fitzgerald notable?

'The Best Is Yet to Come' received critical acclaim for its sophisticated interpretations of classic songs, notably charting on Billboard’s Jazz Albums. This album is significant because it highlighted Fitzgerald's ability to adapt to changing musical landscapes while maintaining her signature style. Released in 1982, 'The Best Is Yet to Come' marked Ella Fitzgerald's return to the studio after a brief hiatus. At this point in her career, she was already an established icon, yet this album showcased her continued relevance and artistry within the jazz genre as she embraced contemporary arrangements.

Who is The Best Is Yet to Come for?

The Best Is Yet to Come works well if you're into steady melodic journey throughout, soulful reflections on love and evening relaxation with elegance.

How many songs are on The Best Is Yet to Come?

The Best Is Yet to Come has 10 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.

Tracklist

10 tracks·40:46

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

  • 1 Don't Be That Way 4:07
  • 2 God Bless the Child Standout 4:46
  • 3 I Wonder Where Our Love Has Gone 3:53
  • 4 You're Driving Me Crazy 3:30
  • 5 Any Old Time 4:24
  • 6 Good-Bye 4:04
  • 7 Autumn in New York Standout 3:28
  • 8 The Best Is Yet to Come Standout 5:22
  • 9 Deep Purple 4:06
  • 10 Somewhere in the Night 3:06

Release Date

January 1, 1982

Genre

jazz, soul, swing

More albums in swing

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

40 min 46 sec