Bobby Troup - Bobby Troup! (1954)

American singer, pianist, and songwriter Bobby Troup, a defining figure in 1950s vocal jazz, recorded an album showcasing the absolute peak of his performing and songwriting artistry. Accompanied by a small jazz combo under the direction of arranger Bob Enevoldsen, the release is infused with an upbeat, exuberant atmosphere.

Bobby Troup’s vocal style balances an honest, fragile intimacy reminiscent of contemporaries like Matt Dennis and Roy Kral with an energetic swing and charming humor. The core of the record consists of Troup’s original compositions, including signature tracks like “You're Lookin At Me,” “The Three Bears,” and “Lemon Twist,” establishing the release as a benchmark for vocal jazz, cool jazz, and West Coast jazz.

Tracklist:
1. Bobby Troup - Chicago
2. Bobby Troup - Hungry Man
3. Bobby Troup - The Girl Friend
4. Bobby Troup - I Can't Get Started
5. Bobby Troup - Where You At?
6. Bobby Troup - You 're Lookin' At Me
7. Bobby Troup - My Blue Heaven
8. Bobby Troup - The Three Bears
9. Bobby Troup - Dinah
10. Bobby Troup - 'Deed I Do
11. Bobby Troup - Lemon Twist
12. Bobby Troup - Five Days, Six Hours And Thirteen Minutes