songs from pete kelly's blues is an album by jazz singer peggy lee that contains songs from the film "pete kelly's blues" (1955). lee starred in the film and re-recorded some of the songs for this album. this album should not be confused with the soundtrack. lee was nominated for best supporting actress at the academy awards for her portrayal of a troubled singer. given that the film occurs in the 1920s, the album is a combination of dixieland and 1950s swing with help from jazz singer ella fitzgerald.