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Charles, Ray - What'd I Say (Atlantic 75 Series, 180 Gram, 45 RPM, 2LP, Mono)

Charles, Ray - What'd I Say (Atlantic 75 Series, 180 Gram, 45 RPM, 2LP, Mono)

Format: Vinyl LP

UPC: 753088754876

Release Date: 08/29/25

Condition: N

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Description

180g 45rpm Double LP!
Original 1959 Mono Pressing Reissue!
Cut from the Original Master Tape & Pressed at QRP!

Atlantic 75 Historic Reissue Series from Analogue Productions!

Ray Charles' 1959 album What'd I Say popularized Charles' first Top 10 hit, "What I'd Say," and became his first gold-selling record. The tune was written on the fly by the American singer, songwriter, pianist and composer during a 1958 live show.

Indeed, "What'd I Say" stands as one of the most recognizable and enduring songs of the 20th century. Its electrifying combination of gospel fervor, bluesy sensuality, and soulful exuberance sent shock waves through the music industry. Daringly different, wildly sexy — Ray Charles' gritty, impassioned vocals combined with his virtuosic piano playing created an irresistible groove that had listeners dancing in the aisles.

"What'd I Say" became an instant classic and a commercial juggernaut. Notably, it was a Top 10 hit on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, peaking at No. 6. In addition to the title track, the album boasts other standout songs such as "Tell Me How Do You Feel," "Rockhouse," and "Roll with My Baby," each showcasing Ray Charles' unmatched ability to infuse his music with raw emotion and soulful authenticity.

Upon its release, a reviewer for Billboard referred to What'd I Say as "A fine, swinging album," and wrote that Charles "is at his best here."

This definitive deluxe 180-gram 45 RPM 2LP Analogue Productions (Atlantic 75 Series) reissue of What'd I Say is going to be a keepsake for Ray Charles fans.

The 75th Anniversary of Atlantic Records
"75 for 75" is a series of 75 vinyl releases from Atlantic Records' storied catalog to celebrate the label's 75th Anniversary. This great label includes some of the best artists and records of all time.

Features

  • Atlantic 75 Series
  • 100% All-Analog
  • 180g Vinyl
  • 45rpm
  • Double LP
  • Mono
  • Mastered & Cut to Lacquer from the Original Master Tape
  • Pressed at Quality Record Pressings
  • Tip-On Old Style Gatefold Double-Pocket Jacket by Stoughton Printing

Selections

Side One:

  1. (a) What'd I Say – Part I
    (b) What'd I Say – Part II
  2. Jumpin' in the Mornin'

Side Two:

  1. You Be My Baby
  2. Tell Me How Do You Feel
  3. What Kind of Man Are You

Side Three:

  1. (a) Rockhouse – Part I
    (b) Rockhouse – Part II
  2. Roll with My Baby

Side Four:

  1. Tell All the World about You
  2. My Bonnie
  3. That's Enough

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GRADING

Yellow Racket assigns condition based on the Goldmine Standard for grading records.
New (N) (Not typically included in the Goldmine Standard)
New records are purchased directly from the label, distributor, or registered wholesaler. Records are still sealed. Jackets may have slight shelf wear, but media has never been played.
Mint (M)
Still sealed. Never played. No observable flaws.  Items have been purchased secondhand.
Near Mint (NM)
A Near Mint (NM) record will play perfectly, with no imperfections during playback. The record should show no obvious signs of wear.
The cover (and any additional packaging) has no creases, folds, seam splits, cut-out holes, or other noticeable defects.
Very Good Plus (VG+)
A Very Good Plus (VG+) record will show some signs that it was played and otherwise handled by a previous owner who took good care of it.
Defects should be more of a cosmetic nature, not affecting the actual playback as a whole. Record surfaces may show some signs of wear and may have slight scuffs or very light scratches.
The disc and LP cover may have slight signs of wear, and may be gently marred by spindle marks, paper scuffs, wrinkled corners, etc.
Very Good (VG)
Many of the defects found in a VG+ record will be more pronounced in a VG disc. Surface noise will be evident, but will not overpower the music. Disc may have light scratches (deep enough to feel with a fingernail) that will affect the sound.
Labels, jackets, and inserts will have visible cosmetic flaws such as wrinkles, cut-outs, slight splitting, etc. However, it will usually have less than a dozen minor flaws.
Good (G)
A record in Good condition can be played through without skipping. But it will have significant surface noise, scratches, and visible groove wear. A cover or sleeve will have seam splits, especially at the bottom or on the spine. Tape, writing, ring wear, or other defects will be present.
While the record will be playable without skipping, noticeable surface noise and "ticks" will almost certainly accompany the playback. 
Poor (P), Fair (F)
The record may be cracked, badly warped, or won't play through without skipping or repeating. The picture sleeve may be water damaged, split, or heavily marred by wear and writing.
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