Details: In the kaleidoscopic world of jazz and soul, few voices shine brighter than Gloria Lynne's. By 1974, Lynne wasn't just a singer - she was a force of nature, weaving the precision of jazz with the raw, heart-on-sleeve intensity of soul and pop. Born and raised in Harlem, she carried the neighborhood's spirit with her, from gospel choirs to the Apollo stage, where a teenage talent show win set her on a path to stardom. Her voice, smooth as velvet and fierce as a tempest, carved out a space that was entirely her own in the male-dominated world of jazz. This album is evidence of that. It captures the heart of a remarkable artist. A greatest hits snapshot of a woman who turned jazz into her personal playground while seamlessly crossing over into pop without ever losing sight of her roots. This album is more than a collection of songs; it's a vivid portrait of an artist who built her career on grit, grace, and a relentless refusal to be confined by labels. Each track is a testament to Lynne's ability to infuse standards with her own emotional depth and to transform pop melodies into deeply personal statements.