Wayne Shorter: Adam's Apple

On this R&B-influenced song, Wayne Shorter shows his diversity, as does the rest of the band. The song is perfect for Herbie Hancock, who excels on this blues-based form. The 24-bar form has only six chords, but it's the perfect launching pad for the solos. This might one of the easier among Wayne's tunes, yet it stands out as the sort of simple, effective blues that was common during the '60s. I might even go so far as to say this song has a touch of Motown to it.