Close to You
Johnny Mathis · 1970
35 min · 11 tracks · easy listening
Soft orchestral arrangements intertwine with Mathis's smooth vocals, creating a lush and romantic listening experience.
Why this album works
'Close to You' notably includes 'They Long to Be Close to You,' which became a significant hit for Mathis, reaching No. 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The album exemplifies the soft pop sound of the era and contributed to Mathis's enduring legacy as a romantic balladeer. Its commercial success helped reinforce the popularity of easy listening music in the early 1970s.
- Best for
- romantic evening ambiance steady melodic flow soft orchestral warmth
- Context
- Released in 1970, 'Close to You' followed Johnny Mathis's successful period of hits in the late 1960s. At this point in his career, Mathis had solidified his status as a leading voice in easy listening and pop music, building on the acclaim from albums like 'The Impossible Dream.' This album continued to showcase his vocal prowess while delving into contemporary popular songs.
- 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.
- 1 They Long to Be Close to You Standout 3:26
- 2 Evil Ways 2:36
- 3 Come Saturday Morning Standout 2:10
- 4 Yellow Days 2:40
- 5 Pieces of Dreams 2:44
- 6 Song of Joy 4:00
- 7 Everything Is Beautiful 3:28
- 8 The Long and Winding Road 3:25
- 9 (If You Let Me Make Love to You Then) Why Can’t I Touch You? Standout 3:15
- 10 Wave 3:30
- 11 Until It’s Time for You to Go 3:50
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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