By the Light of the Silvery Moon cover

By the Light of the Silvery Moon

Doris Day · 1953

21 min · 8 tracks · traditional pop

A nostalgic blend of traditional pop and romantic ballads wrapped in Doris Day's warm, inviting vocals.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • lighthearted sing-alongs with friends
  • playful melodies for sunny days
  • quick bursts of joyful nostalgia
  • short tracks for casual listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking deep emotional complexity
  • prefer longer, immersive experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on March 13, 1953, this album marked a significant moment in Doris Day's career as her film projects continued to elevate her status as a leading lady. By this time, she had already achieved considerable fame with hits like 'Que Sera, Sera,' solidifying her place in the music and film industry.
Stylistic neighbors
Patti Page· Frank Sinatra· Nat King Cole

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 By the Light of the Silvery Moon 2:52
  • 2 Your Eyes Have Told Me So 3:03
  • 3 Just One Girl 2:18
  • 4 Ain’t We Got Fun? 2:37
  • 5 If You Were the Only Girl 2:58
  • 6 Be My Little Baby Bumble Bee 2:06
  • 7 I’ll Forget You 3:03
  • 8 King Chanticleer 2:24

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata