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The Very Best of Nina Simone

~ Nina Simone
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  • Audio CD (1 May 2006)
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Label: Bmg
  • ASIN: B000EZ7V8A
  • Other Editions: Audio CD  |  MP3 Download
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (21 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 1,017 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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Song TitleArtist Time Price
Listen  1. Ain't Got No - I Got Life (From "Hair") (Single Version)Nina Simone 2:15£0.69
Listen  2. My Baby Just Cares For MeNina Simone 3:35Album Only
Listen  3. Feeling GoodNina Simone 2:52£0.69
Listen  4. I Put A Spell On YouNina Simone 2:34Album Only
Listen  5. I Loves You PorgyNina Simone 4:08Album Only
Listen  6. Don't Let Me Be MisunderstoodNina Simone 2:42Album Only
Listen  7. The Look Of LoveNina Simone 2:22£0.69
Listen  8. I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel To Be FreeNina Simone 3:07£0.69
Listen  9. I Want A Little Sugar In My Bowl (1993 Remastered)Nina Simone 2:32£0.69
Listen10. Do I Move You?Nina Simone 2:45£0.69
Listen11. Do What You Gotta DoNina Simone 3:34£0.69
Listen12. To Be Young, Gifted And BlackNina Simone 2:47£0.69
Listen13. Since I Fell For YouNina Simone 2:49£0.69
Listen14. Nobody's Fault But Mine (Original Master/Mix)Nina Simone 2:58£0.69
Listen15. I Think It's Going To Rain TodayNina Simone 3:20£0.69
Listen16. SinnermanNina Simone10:20£0.69
Listen17. The Times They Are A Changin'Nina Simone 5:56£0.69
Listen18. Mr. Bojangles (1993 Remastered)Nina Simone 4:59£0.69
Listen19. Here Comes The Sun (1994 Remastered)Nina Simone 3:33£0.69
Listen20. To Love Somebody (Original Master/Mix)Nina Simone 2:38£0.69
Listen21. Ain't Got No - I Got Life (Remix - Radio Edit)Nina Simone v Groovefinder 3:22£0.69

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Following the spate of reissues and compilations that followed the death of the legendary jazz, blues and soul singer and pianist in 2003 comes this concise collection which manages to collate almost all of her essential tracks on a singledisc. As the focus is mostly on her more upbeat material, there are a couple of notable omissions, but all her best-known songs, many of which are justly hailed as classics, are included.

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25 of 26 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent album, 21 May 2006
By Bobby Drake (Liverpool, UK) - See all my reviews
I bought mainly because it had Sinnerman on it from Life on Mars but just about every track is a classic that seems to have been covered by lots of other singers although none are a patch on these. Its hard to single out any particular songs but the first 4 tracks/Sinnerman and Mr Bojangles are just amazing - perfect chill out music for a bbq or while having a romantic meal!
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20 of 21 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A Fantastic Album, 2 Jun 2006
By mxx (Durham, UK) - See all my reviews
I originally bought this album for 'Sinnerman' from the Thomas Crown affair soundtrack but was soon listening to the rest of it too. The first four tracks are fantastic, as are Mr. Bojangles and Sinnerman but all the tracks on this album are great. Truly a fantastic album, one of the best I've bought for a long time. Well worth the money.
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17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Ain't Got No, I Got... a Corner Crunch?, 17 Aug 2006
By yformant - See all my reviews
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As far as CDs released to cash-in on a television commercial for a yogurt company go, this is unquestionably one of the best, but you can find other, more extensive, Nina Simone compilations available much cheaper. Here you get no liner notes in the booklet, just half the songs found on superior collections and a Müller sticker on the jewel case.

What you won't get on other compilations is that GrooveFinder remix as featured in the Müller ad, but in being a 'very best of' you're also missing out on some of the tracks you won't have heard zillions of times before. Fair play, though, 99% of listeners will still enjoy this CD from start to finish. The music contained within is even sweeter than a Müller Amoré Walnut & Greek Honey Luxury Yogurt.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars A great collection of fabulous songs...
The only difference with the special edition is that it also comes with a small book of pictures, including a short forward by Brendon Griffin. Read more
Published 26 days ago by D. Francis

5.0 out of 5 stars Truly great stuff.
Nina Simone was no saint, but her voice came from heaven.

This disc is great music and song. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Mr. A. M. HOGG

3.0 out of 5 stars No liner notes, writing credits or release dates
A decent overview of her career- it's cheap and cheerful in that regard. If you just want a basic set of the songs you probably already know, this will do. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Mad Dave

5.0 out of 5 stars Love it
Keeps-you-smiling music! One of the best voices that ever graced the music business. My 17 year old thinks she's as amazing as I do.
Published 19 months ago by Fidelina

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic chill out for xmas
Simply brilliant....perfect for wrapping pressies, stressed cooking & cleaning and general xmas prep, just the best chill out & put a smile on your face album I've listened to in... Read more
Published 23 months ago by cruickville

5.0 out of 5 stars A good place to start
This is a great album to start if you're new to Nina Simone. It provides a good selection of her music and shows how eclectic she could be. Read more
Published on 27 Aug 2007 by Spider Monkey

5.0 out of 5 stars If I could give this 10 stars I would
There is nothing not to like in this compilation of very well known hits by the great Nina Simone. Fabulous 'Mr Bojangles' is one of my all time favourates, but they are all... Read more
Published on 2 Aug 2007 by Sally Wilton

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
A fabulous example of the brilliant vocal gymnist that is Nina Simone. Accompanied by some marvellous piano, she brings to life her gift and her incredible improvisation piano... Read more
Published on 11 April 2007 by Bookworm

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderfully different
I really enjoy listening to this CD with its refreshing mix of tracks and the unique vocal talents of Nina Simone. Read more
Published on 9 Feb 2007 by hmcni

5.0 out of 5 stars One of those must have albums in your collection
In short, this album is excellent, and I'm not saying that just because I bought it.

This isn't the sort of music that I'd normally buy, however I found this album to... Read more
Published on 4 Oct 2006 by Mr. R. Tweed

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