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Dino: The Essential Dean Martin

Dean Martin · 2004

78 min · 30 tracks · country music

A smooth blend of romantic ballads and upbeat standards, showcasing Dean Martin's effortless charm and velvety vocals.

Top tracks — play these first

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    That's Amore Start here — This iconic song captures the essence of Martin's romantic style and is often associated with his persona, making it a hallmark of his legacy.
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    Ain’t That a Kick in the Head — The upbeat tempo and playful lyrics showcase Martin's charismatic vocal delivery, representing his ability to blend humor with romance.
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    Everybody Loves Somebody — This track not only became one of Martin's signature songs but also topped the charts in 1964, solidifying his place in pop culture history.
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    Sway — With its infectious rhythm and sensual vibe, this song exemplifies Martin's talent for fusing Latin influences into traditional pop music.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic journey throughout
  • for romantic evenings
  • quick bursts of nostalgia
  • light-hearted sing-alongs with friends
  • background warmth for gatherings

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer experimental or complex sounds
  • seek lengthy, immersive compositions

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Starting Point — This compilation offers a comprehensive overview of Martin's most popular tracks.
Themes
mid-century romance· Las Vegas charm
Career context
Released in 2004, this compilation album arrived during a resurgence of interest in classic pop standards, highlighting Dean Martin's enduring legacy. By this time, Martin had long been recognized as one of the great crooners of the mid-20th century, with a career spanning several decades that included successful ventures in film and television.
Stylistic neighbors
Frank Sinatra· Nat King Cole· Tony Bennett

Tracklist

  • 1 Ain’t That a Kick in the Head 2:24
  • 2 That’s Amore Start here 3:07
  • 3 Memories Are Made of This 2:16
  • 4 Just in Time 2:13
  • 5 Sway 2:42
  • 6 I’d Cry Like a Baby 2:35
  • 7 Volare (Nel blu dipinto di blu) 2:59
  • 8 Under the Bridges of Paris 2:46
  • 9 Love Me, Love Me 2:34
  • 10 If 2:46
  • 11 Mambo Italiano 2:19
  • 12 Let Me Go Lover 3:00
  • 13 Standing on the Corner 2:47
  • 14 You Belong to Me 3:02
  • 15 Powder Your Face With Sunshine (Smile! Smile! Smile!) 2:32
  • 16 Innamorata (Sweetheart) 2:24
  • 17 I’ll Always Love You (Day After Day) 2:33
  • 18 Kiss 2:22
  • 19 You’re Nobody ’Til Somebody Loves You 2:12
  • 20 Return to Me (Ritorna‐Me) 2:23
  • 21 The Door Is Still Open (to My Heart) 2:53
  • 22 Houston 2:41
  • 23 Send Me the Pillow You Dream On 2:29
  • 24 Everybody Loves Somebody 2:45
  • 25 In the Chapel in the Moonlight 2:32
  • 26 I Will 2:22
  • 27 Little Old Wine Drinker, Me 2:48
  • 28 Somewhere There’s a Someone 2:14
  • 29 In the Misty Moonlight 2:44
  • 30 Gentle on My Mind 2:35

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