Second to None (Carmen McRae album)

Second to None is a 1964 studio album by jazz vocalist Carmen McRae. Recorded in New York City, it features McRae accompanied by a quartet consisting of Nat Adderley (cornet), Benny Golson (tenor saxophone), Gildo Mahones (piano), Bob Cranshaw (bass), and Walter Perkins (drums). The album is noted for its selection of standards and lesser-known tunes, showcasing McRae's distinctive phrasing and interpretation. It was originally released on Mainstream Records and has been reissued several times since. The album is considered a significant entry in McRae's discography and a strong representation of her vocal talent during the mid-1960s.