Natalie Cole, born Stephanie Natalie Maria Cole on February 6, 1950, was an American singer, songwriter, and actress, who carved out her own successful career in the music industry while also upholding the legacy of her father, the renowned crooner Nat King Cole. Her music traversed genres, from R&B and soul to pop and jazz, showcasing her versatile vocal elegance and emotive power. Beginning her career in the 1970s, Cole quickly rose to fame with hits like "This Will Be" and "Inseparable," which would earn her comparisons to Aretha Franklin and help her claim the Grammy Award for Best New Artist in 1976.

Natalie Cole's reverence for her father's work was immortalized in the 1991 album "Unforgettable...With Love," where she paid homage to his songbook with technical grace and heartfelt sentiment. The album was an immense success, spawning the iconic virtual duet of "Unforgettable" using her father's original recordings, which further solidified her place in the pantheon of American music. Her multifaceted career spanned several decades during which she continued to release critically acclaimed albums like "Still Unforgettable" and dipped into other languages and cultural expressions with works such as "Natalie Cole En Español," revealing her deep appreciation for Latin music. Throughout her life, Natalie Cole overcame personal and health challenges with resilience, and her music continued to inspire and touch the hearts of audiences until her passing on December 31, 2015.

Genres

Adult Standards

Disco

Quiet Storm

Soft Rock

Soul

Vocal Jazz

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Latest Release

Love Songs

Natalie Cole

Album - 20 Tracks - Released February 5, 2024