Nina Simone

• 4 STARS ALL MUSIC GUIDE

“Little Girl Blue, released in 1957, was Nina Simone's first recording, originally issued on the Bethlehem label. Backed by bassist Jimmy Bond and Albert ‘Tootie’ Heath, it showcases her ballad voice as one of mystery and sensuality and showcases her uptempo jazz style with authority and an enigmatic downhome feel that is nonetheless elegant. The album also introduced a fine jazz pianist. Simone was a solid improviser who never strayed far from the blues.” - (Thom Jurek)

PERSONNEL:

• Nina Simone, vocals & piano
• Jimmy Bond, bass
• Albert "Tootie" Heath, drums

New York, December 1957.

TRACKS:

• SIDE A:
• 1. MOOD INDIGO
• 2. DON’T SMOKE IN BED
• 3. HE NEEDS ME
• 4. LITTLE GIRL BLUE
• 5. LOVE ME OR LEAVE ME
• 6. MY BABY JUST CARES FOR ME

• SIDE B:
• 1. GOOD BAIT
• 2. PLAIN GOLD RING
• 3. YOU’LL NEVER WALK ALONE
• 4. I LOVES YOU PORGY
• 5. CENTRAL PARK BLUES