Blood, Chet and Tears is a studio album by Chet Baker released in 1970 on Verve Records. The title is a pun on the band name Blood, Sweat & Tears, reflecting the jazz rock and soul influences of the era.
The album was recorded in 1970 in Los Angeles, California, with arrangements by Don Sebesky and a studio orchestra. Baker plays trumpet and sings in a more commercial style than his earlier work, aiming to reach a wider audience.
Although not a major commercial success, the album is remembered for its blend of ballads and upbeat tracks, including covers of popular songs like 'Spinning Wheel' and 'You've Made Me So Very Happy'. Exact production details are not reliably documented.