Cole Porter Song Book (40 Great Tracks)

Cole Porter Song Book (40 Great Tracks)

A definitive celebration of the wit, sophistication, and melodic genius of Cole Porter, this expansive collection brings together iconic interpretations from across generations of vocal jazz and popular music. From intimate ballads to sparkling show tunes, Cole Porter Song Book showcases the enduring brilliance of one of the Great American Songbook’s most influential writers.

Performed by a stellar lineup including Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Nat King Cole, Bing Crosby, and many more, these recordings highlight the versatility of Porter’s songwriting - equally at home in smoky jazz clubs, Hollywood soundstages, and grand orchestral arrangements.

From the sly elegance of “I Get A Kick Out Of You” and “Just One Of Those Things” to the romantic glow of “Night And Day” and “True Love,” each track reflects Porter’s trademark blend of lyrical sophistication and emotional charm. Even novelty numbers and lesser-known gems are elevated by the sheer quality of the performances.

A rich and essential anthology, this set is both a tribute to Cole Porter’s genius and a showcase of the voices that defined 20th-century popular music.

Tracklist:

Disc 1

1. Frank Sinatra – I’ve Got You Under My Skin – 1:59
2. Ethel Merman – I Get A Kick Out Of You – 3:03
3. Tony Bennett – Anything Goes – 2:17
4. Bing Crosby – You’d Be So Nice To Come Home To – 2:05
5. Ella Fitzgerald – My Heart Belongs To Daddy – 3:07
6. Billie Holiday – Let’s Do It (Let’s Fall In Love) – 2:54
7. Frank Sinatra – You Do Something To Me – 2:37
8. Nat King Cole – True Love – 1:57
9. Frank Sinatra – Just One Of Those Things – 2:13
10. Marlene Dietrich – You Do Something To Me – 2:56
11. The Mills Brothers – Miss Otis Regrets – 3:10
12. Judy Garland – Love Of My Life – 3:30
13. Nelson Eddy – Rosalie – 1:11
14. Frank Sinatra – At Long Last Love – 2:05
15. Al Bowlly – How Could We Be Wrong? – 3:11
16. Cole Porter – I’m A Gigolo – 2:20
17. Jack Hylton And His Orchestra – They All Fall In Love – 3:06
18. Libby Holman – Love For Sale – 3:14
19. Ambrose & His Orchestra – All Through The Night – 2:55
20. Frankie Laine – Don’t Fence Me In – 3:07

Disc 2

1. Vic Damone – You’d Be So Easy To Love – 3:20
2. Bing Crosby – I Love You – 2:34
3. Billie Holiday – Night And Day – 3:00
4. Frank Sinatra – Begin The Beguine – 3:06
5. Lena Horne – At Long Last Love – 3:07
6. Ethel Merman – You’re The Top – 2:12
7. Cole Porter – Thank You So Much, Mrs Lowsbrough-Goodby – 2:21
8. Nat Gonella – Blow Gabriel Blow – 3:02
9. Jack Hylton And His Orchestra – Most Gentlemen Don’t Like Love – 2:13
10. Jack Hylton And His Orchestra – The Banjo (That Man Joe Play) – 2:45
11. Billy Ternent – Who Knows? – 3:09
12. Jack Hylton And His Orchestra – Goodbye Little Dream, Goodbye – 3:15
13. Victor Silvester – In The Still Of The Night – 3:15
14. Geraldo And His Orchestra – I’ve Got My Eyes On You – 3:07
15. Nat Gonella – Swingin’ The Jinx Away – 2:59
16. Ray Noble – It’s Bad For Me – 3:15
17. Carroll Gibbons – It’s D’lovely – 2:44
18. Jack Hylton And His Orchestra – I’m In Love Again – 3:15
19. Ray Noble – Experiment – 2:20
20. Geraldo And His Orchestra – Hey, Good-Lookin’! – 2:23