This 1958 album features Nat King Cole performing a selection of songs in Spanish, showcasing his versatility and international appeal. It was a significant release in his career, further cementing his status as a global music icon.
- The album was recorded in New York City with the additional direction of Argentine arranger and conductor Carlos Diaz. It features songs like "Capullito de Alelí," "Las Mañanitas," and "Perfidia." The album was released by Capitol Records, not Big Buzz Productions.
- Cole Español was a commercial success, charting at number 12 on the Billboard Top LPs chart. It was part of a deliberate effort by Cole and Capitol Records to expand his market reach into Latin America and other non-English speaking countries.
- The album was reissued in 1967 as Spanish-Language Favorites and again in 1991 as a CD with bonus tracks.
Nat King Cole was an American jazz pianist and singer, one of the most important artists of the 20th century. Cole Español was released in the midst of Cole's highly successful recordings in Spanish and other languages, which brought him international fame.
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