Artist page · 04/07/2026

Nina Simone

TryonBorn in 1933Blues20 vinyl albums
Born in Tryon, North Carolina, in 1933, Nina Simone was a pianist, singer, and composer who blended jazz, blues, soul, and folk. Active from the 1950s through the 1980s, her music also reflected her commitment to civil rights.
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Over 50 vinyl releases covering blues, jazz, and soul — key LPs like 'Fodder On My Wings' and 'Baltimore' hold steady collector interest.

Nina Simone's vibrant discography includes more than 50 vinyl records spanning genres such as jazz, blues, funk, soul, gospel, and civil rights anthems. Her technical skill as a pianist and emotional vocal style made her a unique figure in American music. Simone's albums often explore social and political themes, especially racial inequality, from her early days through later works recorded abroad.

Her vinyl pressings include original editions from labels like RCA Victor, Philips, and Colpix Records, as well as audiophile reissues on Music On Vinyl. Collectors track variants released in countries like the US, France, Italy, Japan, and New Zealand, with prices ranging from affordable reissues to sought-after originals exceeding 100 euros.

Discography

Nina Simone discography

Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.

Nina's Back!VPI Records · 1985
1985
Nina's Back!
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Absolutely LiveHappy Bird · 1983
1983
Absolutely Live
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Fodder On My WingsCarrere · 1982
1982
Fodder On My Wings
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
BaltimoreCTI Records · 1978
1978
Baltimore
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
LamentationsVersatile · 1977
1977
Lamentations
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
It Is FinishedRCA · 1974
1974
It Is Finished
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Gospel According To Nina SimoneStroud · 1973
1973
Gospel According To Nina Simone
Vinyl, LP, Album, Promo, Stereo
Studio
Live At BerkeleyStroud · 1973
1973
Live At Berkeley
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Live
Right On!Roker Records · 1972
1972
Right On!
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
In Concert - Emergency Ward!RCA Victor · 1972
1972
In Concert - Emergency Ward!
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Live
Nina Simone Sings Billie HolidayStroud · 1972
1972
Nina Simone Sings Billie Holiday
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Live In EuropeTRIP · 1972
1972
Live In Europe
Vinyl, LP, Album
Live
Nina SimoneUpFront Records · 1971
1971
Nina Simone
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Here Comes The SunRCA Victor · 1971
1971
Here Comes The Sun
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Gifted & BlackCanyon Records · 1970
1970
Gifted & Black
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Black GoldRCA Victor · 1970
1970
Black Gold
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
To Love SomebodyRCA Victor · 1969
1969
To Love Somebody
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Nina Simone And Piano!RCA Victor · 1969
1969
Nina Simone And Piano!
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
'Nuff Said!RCA Victor · 1968
1968
'Nuff Said!
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Silk & SoulRCA Victor · 1967
1967
Silk & Soul
Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono
Studio
Nina Simone Sings The BluesRCA Victor · 1967
1967
Nina Simone Sings The Blues
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
High Priestess Of SoulPhilips · 1967
1967
High Priestess Of Soul
Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono
Studio
Wild Is The WindPhilips · 1966
1966
Wild Is The Wind
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Nina Simone With StringsColpix Records · 1966
1966
Nina Simone With Strings
Vinyl, LP, Album, Promo, Mono
Studio
Pastel BluesPhilips · 1965
1965
Pastel Blues
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
I Put A Spell On YouPhilips · 1965
1965
I Put A Spell On You
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Let It All OutPhilips · 1965
1965
Let It All Out
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Starring Nina Simone With George WallingtonSpin-O-Rama · 1964
1964
Starring Nina Simone With George Wallington
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Broadway - Blues - BalladsPhilips · 1964
1964
Broadway - Blues - Ballads
Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono
Studio
In ConcertPhilips · 1964
1964
In Concert
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Live
Folksy NinaColpix Records · 1964
1964
Folksy Nina
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Nina Simone At Carnegie HallColpix Records · 1963
1963
Nina Simone At Carnegie Hall
Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono
Studio
Nina Simone Sings EllingtonColpix Records · 1962
1962
Nina Simone Sings Ellington
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
At The Village GateColpix Records · 1962
1962
At The Village Gate
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Forbidden FruitColpix Records · 1961
1961
Forbidden Fruit
Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono
Studio
Nina At NewportColpix Records · 1960
1960
Nina At Newport
Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono
Studio
The Amazing Nina SimoneColpix Records · 1959
1959
The Amazing Nina Simone
Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono
Studio
Nina Simone At Town HallColpix Records · 1959
1959
Nina Simone At Town Hall
Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono
Studio
Little Girl BlueBethlehem Records · 1959
1959
Little Girl Blue
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Ne Me Quitte PasCollection Variété ·
Ne Me Quitte Pas
Vinyl, LP, Album, Reissue
Studio
Studio album Live / EP

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up Nina Simone's career.

01
Feeling Good
·
02
I Put a Spell on You
·
03
My Baby Just Cares for Me
·
04
Sinnerman
·
05
Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood
Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood
Broadway - Blues - Ballads · 1964
06
I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel to Be Free
·
07
Love Me or Leave Me
·
08
I Want a Little Sugar in My Bowl
·

The essentials

The 3 Nina Simone albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 1982
LP, Album
Fodder On My Wings

Recorded in France, this album reflects Simone's later period with a mix of jazz, soul, and fusion across 10 tracks totaling over 34 minutes.

10 tracksRecorded 1982 in FranceSoul and Jazz-Rock fusion180g audiophile editions available
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#2 · 1978
LP, Album
Baltimore

This 1978 studio LP blends reggae influences with soft rock and gospel. Vinyl collectors value original US pressings and international variants.

10 tracksReleased 1978 in USReggae, Soft Rock stylesMultiple pressings worldwide
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#3 · 1964
LP, Album, Mono
Broadway - Blues - Ballads

A jazz vocal album featuring standards like 'Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood', this 1964 Philips release is prized in original US and New Zealand pressings.

12 tracksMono and stereo variantsPhilips labelJazz vocal genre
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Go further

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Face B

Side B: the hidden stories of Nina Simone

Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.

I Sing Just To Know That I'm Alive remains one of my most personal songs.
— Nina Simone
01Recording

Fodder On My Wings' French Origins

Recorded in France in 1982 under the Carrere label, 'Fodder On My Wings' presents 10 tracks blending jazz, soul, and fusion genres recorded during Simone's expatriate years.

1982France
02Pressing

Original US Pressing of 'Baltimore'

The original 1978 US pressing of 'Baltimore' on CTI Records carries catalog number CTI 7084 and is noted by collectors, with prices around 25 to 40 euros depending on condition.

1978US
03Label

'Broadway - Blues - Ballads' on Philips

Released in 1964, this album issued on Philips includes notable tracks such as 'Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood' and embraces a jazz vocal style with mono and stereo versions.

1964US
Music was my refuge and my rebellion against racial injustice throughout my life.
— Nina Simone

Records by Nina Simone

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LET IT ALL-SELECTED SINGLES 1961/1978 - Front Cover

LET IT ALL-SELECTED SINGLES 1961/1978

Nina Simone
Vocal jazz Jazz/Blues
ACE RECORDS
From $47.38 1 offer
Little Girl Blue - Front Cover

Little Girl Blue

Nina Simone
Vocal jazz Jazz/Blues
Intermusic
From $22.72 1 offer
LITTLE GIRL BLUE - Front Cover

LITTLE GIRL BLUE

Nina Simone
Vocal jazz Jazz/Blues
SECOND RECORDS
From $20.39 1 offer
Little Girl Blue - Front Cover

Little Girl Blue

Nina Simone
Blues Jazz/Blues
BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT
From $57.24 1 offer
AT TOWN HALL - Front Cover

AT TOWN HALL

Nina Simone
Vocal jazz Jazz/Blues
SECOND RECORDS
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AT TOWN HALL - Front Cover

AT TOWN HALL

Nina Simone
Vocal jazz Jazz/Blues
SECOND RECORDS
From $25.97 1 offer
The Very Best Of Nina Simone (Limited Crystal Clear Vinyl) - Front Cover

The Very Best Of Nina Simone (Limited Crystal Clear Vinyl)

Nina Simone
Jazz / Blues Compilations Compilations
Intermusic
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Simone Nina / At the Village Gate - Front Cover

Simone Nina / At the Village Gate

Nina Simone
Vocal jazz Jazz/Blues
Intermusic
From $45.99 1 offer
Simone Nina / And Her Friends - Front Cover

Simone Nina / And Her Friends

Nina Simone
Vocal jazz Jazz/Blues
Intermusic
From $18.10 1 offer
High Priestess Of Soul - Front Cover

High Priestess Of Soul

Nina Simone
Vocal jazz Jazz/Blues
Verve
From $21.30 2 offers
Nina Simone: The Montreux Years - Front Cover

Nina Simone: The Montreux Years

Nina Simone
French Soul Funk/Soul/R&B/Disco
BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT
From $35.98 2 offers
Nina Simone and Her Friends - Front Cover

Nina Simone and Her Friends

Nina Simone
Vocal jazz Jazz/Blues
BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT
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Little Girl Blue - Front Cover

Little Girl Blue

Nina Simone
Vocal jazz Jazz/Blues
BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT
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Mood Indigo: The Complete Bethlehem Singles - Front Cover

Mood Indigo: The Complete Bethlehem Singles

Nina Simone
Vocal jazz Jazz/Blues
BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT
From $85.00 1 offer
Live in ’69 - Front Cover

Live in ’69

Nina Simone
Vocal jazz Jazz/Blues
Disques des années 1960
From $29.10 1 offer
Best of Nina Simone - Front Cover Best of Nina Simone - Back Cover

Best of Nina Simone

Nina Simone
Vocal jazz Jazz/Blues
DECCA
From $27.68 3 offers
At Newport - Front Cover

At Newport

Nina Simone
Vocal jazz Jazz/Blues
Intermusic
From $35.67 1 offer
Nina Simone - Rebellious

Rebellious

Nina Simone
Vocal jazz Jazz/Blues
Diggers Factory
From $32.39 1 offer
Nina's Back - Front Cover

Nina's Back

Nina Simone
Vocal jazz Jazz/Blues
UNIVERSAL MUSIC
From $18.95 2 offers
FORBIDDEN FRUIT/VINYLE COULEUR - Front Cover

FORBIDDEN FRUIT/Colored Vinyl

Nina Simone
Vocal jazz Jazz/Blues
20TH CENTURY MASTERWORKS
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Ballads And Blues - Front Cover

Ballads And Blues

Nina Simone
Vocal jazz Jazz/Blues
Intermusic
From $23.22 1 offer
Wild Is The Wind - Front Cover

Wild Is The Wind

Nina Simone
Vocal jazz Jazz/Blues
Artistes Légendaires
From $45.06 1 offer
THE JAZZ QUEEN - Front Cover

THE JAZZ QUEEN

Nina Simone
Vocal jazz Jazz/Blues
VINYL BOX SET
From $52.63 1 offer
You've Got To Learn - Front Cover You've Got To Learn - Front Cover

You've Got To Learn

Nina Simone
Vocal jazz Jazz/Blues
VERVE
From $20.00 2 offers

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FAQ

FAQ

The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.

What genres did Nina Simone's vinyl albums cover?

Her vinyl catalog covers jazz, blues, soul, funk, gospel, and folk, reflecting a wide musical range over decades.

Which labels released Nina Simone's original vinyl records?

Original vinyl releases were primarily issued on Philips, RCA Victor, Colpix Records, and later reissued by Music On Vinyl.

Are there notable colored vinyl editions of Nina Simone albums?

Yes, for example, 'Baltimore' is available in a translucent red 180g audiophile vinyl edition prized by collectors.

Where can I find original pressings of 'Broadway - Blues - Ballads' to purchase in France?

Original US pressings occasionally appear in French vinyl shops online, though reissues on Philips also circulate widely.

Did Nina Simone live or record in France?

She lived in France and recorded albums there in the 1980s, including 'Fodder On My Wings' released on Carrere label.

What is unique about the music on 'Fodder On My Wings' vinyl?

This album contains personal, fusion-inspired tracks recorded in France, showcasing a mature stage of Simone's musical evolution.

Where to find reliable price tracking for Nina Simone vinyl records?

Vinyles.com tracks real-time prices and availability of Nina Simone vinyl worldwide through multiple release editions and sellers.

How long are typical Nina Simone LPs?

Most of her LPs contain around 10 to 12 tracks, with runtimes varying between 30 and 45 minutes, depending on the album.

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Last updated: 04/07/2026