There Must Be a Better World Somewhere is a studio album by B. B. King, released in 1981. It was awarded the Grammy Award for Best Ethnic or Traditional Recording the following year.
Critical reception
The New York Times wrote that "while the songs tend to be lackluster, the presence of some particularly fine musicians and a few old friends brings out above-average performances."
Track listing
All tracks composed by Doc Pomus and Dr. John; except where indicated
"The Victim" – 6:18
"More, More, More" (Hugh McCracken, Jay Hirsh) – 4:39
"You're Going with Me" – 4:35
"Life Ain't Nothing But a Party" – 6:13
"Born Again Human" – 8:30
"There Must Be a Better World Somewhere" – 5:38
Personnel
B.B. King – vocals, guitar
Hugh McCracken – guitar
David "Fathead" Newman – tenor saxophone
Ronald E. Cuber - baritone saxophone
Hank Crawford – alto saxophone
Waymon Reed, Charlie Miller – trumpet
Tom Malone – trombone
Bernard Purdie – drums
Dr. John – keyboards
Wilbur Bascomb – bass guitar
Donny Gerrard, Vennette Gloud, Carmen Twillie – backing vocals on "More, More, More" Producer: Stewart Levine