The title
Why Do I Love You speaks volumes about the emotional context of
Helen Carr's approach -- equal parts heartbreak, frustration, and resignation, her tough but tender vocals capture the dark side of romance at its most affecting. This Bethlehem session features backing from the likes of
Red Mitchell,
Howard Roberts, and
Cappy Lewis, and their nuanced contributions further underscore the intimacy of
Carr's performance. The song selection is also excellent, forgoing overworked standards in favor of more apropos material like "Lonely Street," "My Kind of Trouble Is You," and "Then You've Never Been Blue."