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This Is What I Do is a studio album by jazz saxophonist Sonny Rollins, released in 2000 on Milestone Records.

Reception

Thor Christensen of The Dallas Morning News, in a B+ review commented: “But while What I Do blazes no new trails, it’s still a challenging work full of the mind-bending solos and striking melodies that have always marked Mr. Rollins’ best work.” Alex Henderson of AllMusic, in a 4/5-star review declared: “This Is What I Do falls short of essential, but it offers some nice surprises and is a rewarding addition to Rollins’ huge catalog.” Clive Davis of The Times, in a 4/5 star review proclaimed, “After a string of so-so releases, the good news is that his latest contains some of his earthiest playing in years. We all know that he can hurtle through the chord changes faster than a speeding bullet, but it is good to be reminded of just how soulful a musician he can be. There are times when he sounds as raw and bluesy as the recently departed Stanley Turrentine.

The album also won a Grammy Award for Best Jazz Instrumental Album.

Track listing
All compositions by Sonny Rollins except where noted.

“Salvador” – 7:55
“Sweet Leilani” (Harry Owens) – 7:01
“Did You See Harold Vick?” – 9:19
“A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square” (Eric Maschwitz, Manning Sherwin) – 8:06
“Charles M.” – 10:19
“Moon of Manakoora” (Frank Loesser, Alfred Newman) – 5:44
Recorded at Clinton Recording Studios, New York City, on May 8 & 9, 2000, except tracks 3 & 5, recorded on July 29.

Personnel
Sonny Rollins – tenor saxophone
Clifton Anderson – trombone (except tracks 1 & 6)
Stephen Scott – piano
Bob Cranshaw – electric bass
Jack DeJohnette – drums (except tracks 3 & 5)
Perry Wilson – drums (tracks 3 & 5)

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Released: 2000
Recorded: May 8–9 & July 29, 2000
Studios: Clinton Recording Studio, New York City
Length: 48:19
Label: Milestone
Producers: Sonny Rollins, Lucille Rollins