High Priestess Of Soul

Nina Simone's High Priestess Of Soul from 1967 captures her commanding voice across gospel-rooted soul-jazz arrangements that swing between tender intimacy and fierce conviction. Her piano anchors songs that move from Chuck Berry's 'Brown Eyed Handsome Man' to traditional spirituals, all delivered with the raw emotional power that made Simone's live performances legendary.

Standout Tracks

• Take Me To The Water: A gospel-infused plea that builds from whispered vulnerability to full-throated spiritual release
• Work Song: Simone's interpretation transforms the jazz standard into a meditation on struggle and perseverance
• Brown Eyed Handsome Man: Her take on the Chuck Berry classic strips away the rock and roll for something more soulful and deliberate

Mood: spiritual, late night, contemplative, powerful

Tracklist

1. A1. Don't You Pay Them No Mind
2. A2. I'm Gonna Leave You
3. A3. Brown Eyed Handsome Man
4. A4. Keeper Of The Flame
5. A5. The Gal From Joe's
6. A6. Take Me To The Water
7. A7. I'm Going Back Home
8. B1. I Hold No Grudge
9. B2. Come Ye
10. B3. He Ain't Comin' Home No More
11. B4. Work Song
12. B5. I Love My Baby