Close Enough for Love
Andy Williams · 1986
44 min · 10 tracks · country · jazz · easy listening
A lush collection of standards that melds smooth jazz with sentimental pop, highlighting Williams' iconic vocal warmth.
Why this album works
'Close Enough for Love' received positive acclaim, reflecting Williams' enduring appeal as a crooner of romantic ballads. The album features timeless classics such as 'Moon River', which solidified Williams' legacy in popular music and contributed to his continued relevance during the mid-1980s.
- Career context
- Released in 1986, 'Close Enough for Love' was Andy Williams' first album after a five-year hiatus from recording. While the 1970s marked his peak commercial success, this album signified his return to the music scene, focusing on classic standards with an intimate and romantic feel.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Harry Nilsson· Cher· Aretha Franklin· Frank Zappa· Donna Summer· Bobby Darin· Bette Midler· John Denver
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 How Do You Keep the Music Playing? Standout 4:38
- 2 Moon River Standout 4:14
- 3 Change Partners 4:07
- 4 Lucky to Be Me 4:03
- 5 My Funny Valentine Standout 3:59
- 6 The Days of Wine and Roses 4:15
- 7 Through the Eyes of Love 4:46
- 8 Close Enough for Love 3:47
- 9 The Music of Goodbye 4:36
- 10 'round Midnight 5:41
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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