A Gift of Love
Bette Midler · 2015
75 min · 18 tracks · jazz
A lush collection of romantic ballads and jazz standards showcasing Midler's emotive vocals and classic pop sensibilities.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Gift of Love — This track encapsulates the album's theme of affection, blending heartfelt lyrics with a soft instrumental arrangement that highlights Midler's vocal prowess.
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Wind Beneath My Wings — A definitive anthem celebrating support and devotion, this song showcases Midler's ability to convey deep emotion through her performance, making it a standout moment.
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From a Distance — The poignant message of perspective and connection resonates powerfully in this rendition, presenting a reflective take on love that aligns perfectly with the album's theme.
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The Rose — As one of Midler's signature songs, this reimagined version illustrates her timeless appeal while infusing new depth into the familiar lyrics about love and resilience.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for reflective moments
- heartfelt storytelling through vocals
- tender ballads for romantic evenings
- consistent flow with emotional peaks
Maybe skip if you
- seeking upbeat party tracks
- prefer standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Marks a return after a decade, showcasing her enduring appeal in jazz standards.
- Career context
- Released on December 4, 2015, A Gift of Love is Bette Midler's first album after a decade-long hiatus from studio recordings. Her career had been marked by numerous accolades, including multiple Grammy Awards, and this album returned her to the music scene with a focus on love-themed classics.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Diana Ross· Cher· Liza Minnelli
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Favorite Waste of Time 2:46
- 2 In This Life 4:12
- 3 The Gift of Love 4:07
- 4 Bed of Roses 4:12
- 5 From a Distance 4:38
- 6 Wind Beneath My Wings 4:54
- 7 Come Rain or Come Shine 3:15
- 8 The Rose 3:34
- 9 As Dreams Go By 5:10
- 10 It’s Too Late 4:42
- 11 All I Need to Know 4:09
- 12 Every Road Leads Back to You 3:49
- 13 Shining Star 4:48
- 14 To Deserve You 5:15
- 15 Night and Day 5:31
- 16 (Talk to Me of) Mendocino 3:00
- 17 The Hunter Gets Captured by the Game 3:36
- 18 Let Me Just Follow Behind 3:40
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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