{"product_id":"charles-ray-whatd-i-say-atlantic-75-series-180-gram-45-rpm-2lp-mono","title":"Charles, Ray - What'd I Say (Atlantic 75 Series, 180 Gram, 45 RPM, 2LP, Mono)","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/elusivedisc.com\/ray-charles-what-d-i-say-atlantic-75-series-180g-45rpm-2lp-mono\/#tab-description\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e180g 45rpm Double LP!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal 1959 Mono Pressing Reissue!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCut from the Original Master Tape \u0026amp; Pressed at QRP!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlantic 75 Historic Reissue Series from Analogue Productions!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRay Charles' 1959 album \u003cem\u003eWhat'd I Say\u003c\/em\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndeed, \"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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpon its release, a reviewer for Billboard referred to \u003cem\u003eWhat'd I Say\u003c\/em\u003e as \"A fine, swinging album,\" and wrote that Charles \"is at his best here.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis definitive deluxe 180-gram 45 RPM 2LP Analogue Productions (Atlantic 75 Series) reissue of \u003cem\u003eWhat'd I Say\u003c\/em\u003e is going to be a keepsake for Ray Charles fans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe 75th Anniversary of Atlantic Records\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\"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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAtlantic 75 Series\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e100% All-Analog\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e180g Vinyl\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e45rpm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDouble LP\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMono\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMastered \u0026amp; Cut to Lacquer from the Original Master Tape\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePressed at Quality Record Pressings\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTip-On Old Style Gatefold Double-Pocket Jacket by Stoughton Printing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSelections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSide One:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e(a) What'd I Say – Part I\u003cbr\u003e\n(b) What'd I Say – Part II\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eJumpin' in the Mornin'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSide Two:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eYou Be My Baby\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTell Me How Do You Feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWhat Kind of Man Are You\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSide Three:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e(a) Rockhouse – Part I\u003cbr\u003e\n(b) Rockhouse – Part II\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRoll with My Baby\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSide Four:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTell All the World about You\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMy Bonnie\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThat's Enough\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"ELUSIVE DISC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52331130650900,"sku":"270292","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0281\/0491\/7101\/files\/773ab660What_27d_20I_20Say_20_28Atlantic_2075_20Series_2C_20180_20Gram_2C_2045_20RPM_2C_202LP_2C_20Mono_29_20753088754876.jpg?v=1775770773","url":"https:\/\/yellowracketrecords.com\/products\/charles-ray-whatd-i-say-atlantic-75-series-180-gram-45-rpm-2lp-mono","provider":"Yellow Racket Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}