I agree, Mary nails the vocal on that one. I think the female singers that best sang Smokey's songs had a softer, often alto [[although Wanda was no alto), sometimes even "androgynous" quality to their voices - Wells, Rogers, Wilson. Reeves must have sung some of Smokey's songs, but most notably her version of "No More Tearstained Makeup" is one of her most understated performances.
I also liked "Oh Be My Love," for a much needed boost to the mood but unfortunately is the last track as I recall.
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