Here is a dark, yet beautiful rendition of "The Thrill Is Gone" by Nina Simone off her 1972 album Gifted & Black. This version, which was originally written back in the thirties by Broadway songwriters Lew Brown and Ray Henderson, has a strong spiritual feel and tone throughout that really helps capture the feeling of what you might think of when you read the song's title. This instrumental track also helps highlight Nina as a gifted pianist, a quality that sometimes get's over-looked due to her mastery as a powerfully strong vocalist. I usually don't feature selections this dark on this site, however this recording really moved me from the first time I came across it. Enjoy!
Nina Simone - The Thrill Is Gone
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