Composed by jazz pianist Billy Taylor, this song was originally an instrumental called “I Wish I Knew”. Taylor recorded it in November 1963 with Grady Tate on drums, Ben Tucker on bass, and a horn section. He also wrote the first verse of lyrics, then collaborated with Dick Dallas on the rest. Ms. Simone recorded the song, now retitled as “I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel to Be Free,” for her 1967 album Silk & Soul. She performs it here at Montreux ‘76.
Tag Archives: Montreux Jazz Festival
Staple Singers – Why Am I Treated So Bad
1981
Cecil Taylor – Crossing (Part II) / After All
Cecil reminds me of the title of the old Bukowski book Play the Piano Drunk Like a Percussion Instrument until the Fingers Begin to Bleed a Bit.
2 Jul 1972
Buckwheat Zydeco – Hey Ma Petit Fille I’m Going Now
One my pop's favorites.
1989
Sade – Cherry Pie
Eh, why not another slice?
1984
Air – Surfing on a Rocket
I guess I should wait until after the Twins sweep Chicago but I really couldn't help myself.
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qot9B51sMpY
Up the division the Twins go.