Celebration – The Anniversary Album
Johnny Mathis · 1981
69 min · 20 tracks · easy listening
A lush collection of romantic ballads showcasing Mathis's smooth vocals and timeless arrangements, perfect for nostalgic moments.
Why this album works
This album reflects Mathis's enduring appeal, featuring classic tracks that have become staples of his repertoire. It reached the Billboard charts and solidified his legacy as an influential figure in romantic pop music, demonstrating his ability to connect with audiences across generations.
- Best for
- nostalgic moments of reflection steady pacing for intimate settings romantic ballads for slow dances
- Context
- Released in 1981, 'Celebration – The Anniversary Album' is a significant compilation that marks Johnny Mathis's continued prominence in the pop and easy listening genres. This album comes after over two decades in the music industry, during which he established himself as a beloved crooner with numerous hit singles.
- Stylistic neighbors
- R. Stevie Moore· Nancy Sinatra· Nikka Costa· Harry Nilsson· Aretha Franklin· Cher· Elvis Presley· Dolly Parton
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 You Saved My Life 2:46
- 2 Wonderful! Wonderful! 3:04
- 3 It’s Not for Me to Say 3:03
- 4 Chances Are Standout 3:01
- 5 When a Child Is Born Standout 3:52
- 6 Too Much, Too Little, Too Late 2:53
- 7 The Last Time I Felt Like This 2:53
- 8 Stop, Look and Listen to Your Heart 3:51
- 9 With You I’m Born Again 4:01
- 10 Three Times a Lady 4:13
Disc 2
- 1 She Believes in Me 4:21
- 2 I Will Survive 3:57
- 3 Evergreen 3:13
- 4 When I Need You 3:22
- 5 Sweet Surrender 2:35
- 6 How Deep Is Your Love 3:38
- 7 We’re All Alone 3:16
- 8 Misty 3:33
- 9 I’d Rather Be Here With You 3:43
- 10 If It’s Magic 3:49
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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