40 Greatest
Perry Como · 1975
121 min · 40 tracks · pop music
A nostalgic collection of smooth pop melodies showcasing Como's warm vocals and timeless romantic themes.
Top tracks — play these first
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Magic Moments Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Catch a Falling Star — This track epitomizes Como's signature style with its catchy melody and uplifting lyrics about love and hope, making it an enduring favorite.
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I Believe — The song highlights Como's emotional delivery and lyrical sincerity, encapsulating the yearning for faith and belief that resonates throughout his work.
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And I Love You So — This track showcases Como's ability to convey deep emotion through simple yet poignant lyrics, establishing it as one of his most heartfelt performances.
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It's Impossible — Como's rendition transforms this romantic ballad into a timeless classic, showcasing his smooth vocal style against lush orchestration.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- nostalgic sing-alongs with friends
- gentle melodies for cozy evenings
- warm background for gatherings
- patient unfolding of classic tunes
- wave-like pacing for relaxation
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy tracks
- prefer standalone single hits
Where this album fits
- Themes
- mid-century nostalgia· romantic balladry· television special charm
- Career context
- By 1975, Perry Como was a seasoned artist with a successful career spanning over two decades. '40 Greatest' served as a retrospective compilation, highlighting his most beloved hits. This release came shortly after his transition into the realm of easy listening, capitalizing on the soft pop sound that dominated the charts during this period.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Frank Sinatra· Dean Martin· Nat King Cole
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Magic Moments Start here 2:44
- 2 Caterina 2:10
- 3 Catch a Falling Star 2:30
- 4 I Know 2:23
- 5 When You Were Sweet Sixteen 3:17
- 6 I Believe 3:28
- 7 Try to Remember 4:32
- 8 Love Makes the World Go 'round 2:53
- 9 Prisoner of Love 3:32
- 10 Don't Let the Stars Get in Your Eyes 2:45
- 11 Hot Diggity (Dog Ziggity Boom) 2:24
- 12 Round and Round 2:36
- 13 If I Loved You 3:18
- 14 Hello Young Lovers 2:49
- 15 Delaware 2:23
- 16 Moonglow & Theme From Picnic 3:28
- 17 Killing Me Softly With Her Song 4:30
- 18 More 2:39
- 19 Dear Hearts and Gentle People 2:51
- 20 I Love You & Don't You Forget It 2:24
Disc 2
- 1 And I Love You So 3:21
- 2 For the Good Times 3:40
- 3 (They Long to Be) Close to You 3:16
- 4 Seattle 2:48
- 5 Tie a Yellow Ribbon Round the Ole Oak Tree 3:02
- 6 Walk Right Back 2:27
- 7 What Kind of Fool Am I 2:43
- 8 Days of Wine and Roses 2:47
- 9 Where do I Begin 2:39
- 10 Without a Song 3:33
- 11 It's Impossible 3:16
- 12 I Think of You 3:36
- 13 If 3:08
- 14 We've Only Just Begun 3:29
- 15 I Want to Give 3:06
- 16 Raindrops Keep Fallin' on My Head 3:17
- 17 You Make Me Feel So Young 2:36
- 18 Temptation 2:32
- 19 The Way We Were 3:10
- 20 Sing 2:40
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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