Wonderful Wanda
Wanda Jackson · 1962
29 min · 12 tracks · country · folk · gospel
A vibrant blend of rockabilly rhythms and heartfelt country melodies delivered with Wanda's powerful vocals.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- steady emotional exploration throughout for short listening breaks heartfelt melodies for reflective moments
- Context
- Released in 1962, 'Wonderful Wanda' was Wanda Jackson's seventh studio album, coming at a time when she was solidifying her status as a pioneering female figure in rockabilly. Following her earlier successes, including the hit single 'Let's Have a Party,' this album showcased her versatility and emotional depth as an artist ready to bridge genres.
- If you like
- country, folk, gospel
Wonderful Wanda is an album by Wanda Jackson, released in 1962. A vibrant blend of rockabilly rhythms and heartfelt country melodies delivered with Wanda's powerful vocals. 'Wonderful Wanda' is significant for its role in establishing Wanda Jackson as a leading female voice in both country and rockabilly music during the early 1960s. The album features standout tracks that contributed to her enduring influence, especially among women in the genre, and it received positive critical reception, reinforcing her legacy in American music history. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Wonderful Wanda sound like?
A vibrant blend of rockabilly rhythms and heartfelt country melodies delivered with Wanda's powerful vocals. Rooted in country and folk.
What makes Wonderful Wanda by Wanda Jackson notable?
'Wonderful Wanda' is significant for its role in establishing Wanda Jackson as a leading female voice in both country and rockabilly music during the early 1960s. The album features standout tracks that contributed to her enduring influence, especially among women in the genre, and it received positive critical reception, reinforcing her legacy in American music history. Released in 1962, 'Wonderful Wanda' was Wanda Jackson's seventh studio album, coming at a time when she was solidifying her status as a pioneering female figure in rockabilly. Following her earlier successes, including the hit single 'Let's Have a Party,' this album showcased her versatility and emotional depth as an artist ready to bridge genres.
Who is Wonderful Wanda for?
Wonderful Wanda works well if you're into steady emotional exploration throughout, for short listening breaks and heartfelt melodies for reflective moments.
How many songs are on Wonderful Wanda?
Wonderful Wanda has 12 tracks, running approximately 29 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 In the Middle of a Heartache Standout 2:34
- 2 Seven Lonely Days Standout 2:08
- 3 If I Cried Every Time You Hurt Me Standout 2:32
- 4 Is It Wrong 2:16
- 5 Don’t Ask Me Why 2:30
- 6 Let My Love Walk In 2:15
- 7 A Little Bitty Tear 2:16
- 8 I Need You Now 2:17
- 9 I Don’t Wanta Go 2:14
- 10 We Could 3:01
- 11 You Don’t Know, Baby 2:45
- 12 I’d Be Ashamed 2:39
Release Date
August 1, 1962
Genre
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
29 min 27 sec
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