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: Lends his piano genius to the Miles Davis-inspired track "'Long Come Tutu" . Patti Austin : Duets with Jarreau on "Let It Rain" .

The core of Givin’ It Up lies in the mutual respect between Benson and Jarreau. The album famously features "swapped" covers of their signature hits:

Beyond their own hits, the duo tackled a wide range of standards and contemporary classics, from to John Legend's "Ordinary People" . All-Star Guest Collaborations : Lends his piano genius to the Miles

for Benson’s version of "Mornin'". High-Fidelity Audio Experience

Givin’ It Up was both a commercial success and a critical favorite, earning high praise for its organic, song-oriented approach. In 2007, it secured : The album famously features "swapped" covers of their

: Originally a 1976 instrumental hit for Benson, Jarreau adds his own lyrics and soulful vocals to this version.

: Benson transforms Jarreau’s breezy 1983 pop-jazz classic into an elegant instrumental led by his signature guitar licks. In 2007, it secured : : Originally a

: The legendary bassists provide the rhythmic foundation for several tracks. Critical Acclaim and Awards

The album is a "who's who" of jazz and pop royalty. Notable guest appearances include: