Fancy Meeting You Here cover

Fancy Meeting You Here

Bing Crosby · 1958

52 min · 19 tracks · country · folk · jazz

A warm blend of traditional pop and jazz, featuring Crosby's smooth croon over lush orchestral arrangements.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo relaxation
  • warm orchestral background ambiance
  • nostalgic melodies for quiet evenings
  • easygoing tunes for social gatherings
  • gentle sing-along moments

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy excitement
  • prefer complex sonic experimentation

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1958, Bing Crosby was a celebrated figure in American music, having transitioned from big band stardom in the 1930s to a dominant solo career. 'Fancy Meeting You Here' came during his peak years as a recording artist and television personality, showcasing his enduring appeal and mastery of easy listening standards.
Stylistic neighbors
Frank Sinatra· Nat King Cole· Dean Martin

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Fancy Meeting You Here 2:31
  • 2 (I'd Like to Be) On a Slow Boat to China 2:40
  • 3 I Can't Get Started 3:50
  • 4 Hindustan 2:53
  • 5 It Happened in Monterey 2:44
  • 6 You Came a Long Way From St. Louis 3:07
  • 7 Love Won't Let You Get Away 2:03
  • 8 How About You 3:14
  • 9 Brazil 3:31
  • 10 Isle of Capri 2:40
  • 11 Say 'Si Si' (Para Vigo Me Voy) 2:22
  • 12 Calcutta 2:55
  • 13 Love Won't Let You Get Away 3:41
  • 14 Ain't A-Hankerin' 2:10
  • 15 Protection 2:37
  • 16 Love Won't Let You Get Away 1:18
  • 17 Medley: Fancy Meeting You Here / (I'd Like to Be) On a Slow Boat to China/Hindustan 4:09
  • 18 Ol' Man River 1:43
  • 19 When It's Twilight on the Trail 2:01

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata