Genius Loves Company

by Ray Charles

Genius Loves Company cover art
  • Type: Album
  • Released: 31 August 2004
  • Label: Concord
  • Country: United States
  • Length: 51:35
  • Community rating: 2.96/5 from 2 ratings

Album Notes & Community Reviews

Released mere months after his passing, this final studio album is a massive, multi-platinum celebration of the musical pioneer's legendary career. 'Genius Loves Company' features Charles performing classic standards in duet with a diverse array of iconic artists, including Norah Jones, Willie Nelson, and B.B. King.

Genres

Tracklist

  1. Here We Go Again (3:59)
  2. Sweet Potato Pie (3:47)
  3. You Don't Know Me (3:55)
  4. Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word (3:59)
  5. Fever (3:30)
  6. Do I Ever Cross Your Mind? (4:34)
  7. It Was A Very Good Year (4:59)
  8. Hey Girl (5:15)
  9. Sinner's Prayer (4:25)
  10. Heaven Help Us All (4:32)
  11. Over The Rainbow (4:54)
  12. Crazy Love (Live) (3:46)

Credits

  • Ray Charles - primary artist, vocals, keyboards, piano
  • Lisa Laarman - creative director
  • Tom Fowler - bass
  • Ray Brinker - drums
  • Billy Preston - electric organ [hammond b3]
  • Irvin Kramer - guitar, rhythm guitar
  • Norah Jones - vocals [duet], piano
  • Brandon Fields - baritone saxophone

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