Lady Sings the Blues is the soundtrack to the Billie Holiday biopic of the same name, which starred Diana Ross in her 1972 screen debut.

It became Ross' first #1 album (eventually selling over 2 million US copies), though the only one as a solo artist.

It was certified gold in the UK for sales of over 100,000 copies.

Music writers said Ross emulated Billie Holiday's voice while retaining her own individual sound.

This label design would also turn up on the single releases from the soundtrack.