Day by Night
Doris Day · 1957
39 min · 12 tracks · traditional pop
A soothing collection of romantic ballads that captures the essence of night-time longing and dreamy nostalgia.
Why this album works
'Day by Night' is significant for its commercial success, reaching No. 3 on the Billboard charts, and it features classic standards that have since become staples in the American songbook. The album showcases Day's signature vocal style, blending traditional pop with lush orchestral arrangements, which influenced many singers in the traditional pop genre.
- Best for
- soothing night-time romantic ballads steady pacing for reflective moments dreamy nostalgia for quiet evenings
- Context
- By 1957, Doris Day had firmly established herself as a leading figure in pop music following her successful transition from film star to recording artist. 'Day by Night' followed her chart-topping album 'Doris Day's Sentimental Journey' and further solidified her reputation as a beloved vocalist during the peak of her career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Harry Nilsson· Elvis Presley· Aretha Franklin· Herbie Hancock· Peggy Lee· Ramsey Lewis· Andy Williams· Bobby Darin
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I See Your Face Before Me 3:32
- 2 Close Your Eyes 2:31
- 3 The Night We Called It a Day Standout 3:02
- 4 Dream a Little Dream of Me Standout 3:46
- 5 Under a Blanket of Blue 3:05
- 6 You Do Something to Me 2:48
- 7 Stars Fell on Alabama 3:31
- 8 Moon Song 3:46
- 9 Wrap Your Troubles in Dreams (And Dream Your Troubles Away) 2:26
- 10 Soft as the Starlight 3:48
- 11 Moonglow Standout 3:51
- 12 The Lamp Is Low 3:27
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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