Jimmy Scott - What Good Would It Be The Masquerade Is Over
Review by Amy Do
The album "What Good Would It Be The Masquerade Is Over" by Jimmy Scott is a soulful and emotional journey that showcases the legendary jazz vocalist's incredible range and depth of feeling. From the opening track "There Will Never Be Another You" to the closing number "The Masquerade Is Over," Scott's vocals are powerful and poignant, conveying a sense of longing, loss, and hope.
The album features a mix of classic jazz standards and lesser-known gems, all of which are given new life through Scott's stunning interpretations. Highlights include "I'm Through With Love," which is delivered with a raw and honest intensity, and "Imagination," which showcases Scott's ability to convey complex emotions with just a few carefully chosen words.
Throughout the album, Scott is backed by a talented group of musicians who provide subtle and sophisticated arrangements that perfectly complement his vocals. The result is a timeless and deeply moving work of art that will appeal to fans of jazz, soul, and R&B.
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Tracks
| Track | Duration | Preview |
|---|---|---|
| The Masquerade Is Over | ||
| What Good Would It Be |
Video
Jimmy Scott - I'm Afraid The Masquerade Is Over - Incredible Version!!!
Jimmy Scott - What Good Would It Be - Great 50's R&B Ballad
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Catalog Numbers
45-100Labels
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Formats
- Vinyl
- 7"
- 45 RPM
- Single
- Red Label
Credits
| Role | Credit |
|---|---|
| Bass | Lloyd Trotman |
| Drums | Bunny Shawker |
| Guitar | Bucky Pizzarelli |
| Piano | Howard Biggs |
| Arranged By | Howard Biggs |
| Vocals | Jimmy Scott |
Notes
Red and silver label. Regular issue.Barcodes
Matrix / Runout: 45-SJS-70676 / 45-SJS-70674About Jimmy Scott
American jazz vocalist (born July 17, 1925, Cleveland, Ohio, USA - died June 12, 2014, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA) also known as "Little" Jimmy Scott.
He became famous for his unusually high contralto voice, which was due to Kallmann's syndrome, a very rare genetic condition. The condition stunted his growth at four feet eleven inches until, at the age of 37, he grew another eight inches to the height of five feet seven inches. The condition prevented him from reaching puberty, leaving him with a high, undeveloped voice.
The singer's big break came in 1949, when hired him on the recommendation of and billed him as "Little Jimmy Scott" and had a hit with "Everybody's Somebody's Fool". This song and three others recorded with the Hampton orchestra, along with early 1950's solo sides for the and labels, were reissued in 1999 on the CD "Everybody's Somebody's Fool". Also released that year was the three-CD "The Savoy Years and More" containing his 1952 recordings for Records and his 1955-75 output for .
Real Name
- James Victor Scott
Name Vars
- 'Little' Jimmy Scott
- James V. Scott
- Jimmie Scott
- Little Jimmy Scott
- Scott
- The Legendary Little Jimmy Scott
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Summary by Amy Do
Comments
2023-04-12
Lord Jimmy..THE MASTER.. beautiful...the sweet part of Life introduced me to his magic genius around 2000.. Hearing only Love through His music Ever since . INCOMPARABLE.
2023-04-11
See the LIVE version from the television show SOUL! June 3, 1971 ~ Whewwwww..........
2023-04-10
Wow! A Jimmy Scott recording that actually moves along. Not upbeat, mind you. But, it's quite listenable. And the orchestration, along with Rudy Van Gelder's engineering, is also top-notch.
2023-04-10
How old is this what year did this song debut
2023-04-09
Yes, he was a marvelous singer. A great voice to remember and I'm sure a wonderful and humble man. ?❤️
2023-04-09
Beautiful
2023-04-08
Bless you, Mr. Scott.
2023-04-07
Of all versions (dozens) I have listened to, this one makes me feel the pain. RIP Jimmy. You were such a star. Your voice made me weep. Still does and I'm 74! Beauty is forever.
2023-04-07
4 20
2023-04-07
great
2023-04-07
we saw jimmy scott at the earle theatre in philly 1950 what a beautiful experience beautiful
2023-04-07
OMG! Mr Scott had such a heavenly voice... I can remember as a teenager hearing him sing. I was always amazed of his tone. He was truly a master of songs. Continue to RIP Sir ?❤️
2023-04-07
Outstanding!
What a voice!!
Although, The Harptones is my favorite!
What a voice!!
Although, The Harptones is my favorite!
2023-04-07
A good version but, in my opinion, Jesse Belvin's version is THE best
2023-04-06
A crooner for the eras
2023-04-06
Truly great art .The voice .The string's
2023-04-05
Love this song regardless who is singing...
2023-04-05
This man has beautiful voice and brilliant interpretation that few could match. I never really liked Nancy Wilson's voice (but she’s okay), because there was always something missing. Then I heard Jimmy and realized SHE copied off of him as so many others; yet, his style is more versatile. I was not born back then either. He is one of my favorite male singers along with Sam Cooke, Johnny Mathis and Nate Cole.
2023-04-05
I'm floored!... ?
2023-04-04
super.!!!!! read his book and watch the documentary.both great. r.i. p. jimmy.
2023-04-03
"Possibly." A version of any song by Jimmy Scott is always near the top, but this one I think belongs to Nancy Wilson.
2023-04-03
...an incredibly magnificent voice and sense of expression...a very special man....
2023-04-02
Yes, the Queen of Memphis Soul Carla Thomas, put forth an effort to sing this song
However, the Passion and life of the music, isissing
Jimmy, brings it to LIFE! You can feel the mood of the song, not just the music
With him ( it's about PASSION) Always! How I love his talent
However, the Passion and life of the music, isissing
Jimmy, brings it to LIFE! You can feel the mood of the song, not just the music
With him ( it's about PASSION) Always! How I love his talent
2023-04-01
Who would have thought - one word, one look, would take me not just from a Packard stained with tears but a nod at the last cigarette I'd ever smoke. It wasn't her, you see. It was me - dumb, in love, and targeted. A shiny night, rain was just tinsel, we had it great - but it wasn't 'we', see? I fell for it all the way. And an acre of car hood, one gorgeous woman, and being right ain't gonna get you anywhere but dead. The game was rigged from the start, course, but I fell for it anyway...
2023-04-01
Wonderful song from Jimmy Scott... "I'm Afraid The Masquerade Is Over"
2023-03-31
Wow - that is a beautiful strong version by the master. Thanks for sharing. Now if only somebody would put up his rare King sides.
2023-03-30
Wish there was a vocal male quartet on some of these LJS recordings! Not a chorus. Like the Four Buddies! HAD to have influenced Frankie Lymon!
2023-03-30
Excelent!!
