For the Boys cover

For the Boys

Bette Midler · 1991

37 min · 13 tracks · jazz · disco

An exuberant blend of jazz standards and playful pop, showcasing Midler's dynamic vocal range and theatrical flair.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • playful sing-along moments
  • steady mid-tempo enjoyment
  • theatrical flair in vocals
  • short tracks for quick listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking deep introspective themes
  • dislike for playful theatrics

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'For the Boys' was released in November 1991, Bette Midler was already an established star known for her successful film career and musical prowess. This album served as a soundtrack to her film of the same name, marking a significant moment after her commercial peak in the late '80s with albums like 'Beast of Burden'.
Stylistic neighbors
Diana Ross· Cher· Liza Minnelli
If this clicks, go next to
Gypsy — Continues the theatrical flair with a mix of show tunes and pop elements.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Billy-A-Dick 1:36
  • 2 Stuff Like That There 2:50
  • 3 P.S. I Love You 3:33
  • 4 The Girl Friend of the Whirling Dervish 1:16
  • 5 I Remember You / Dixie’s Dream 2:21
  • 6 Baby It’s Cold Outside 1:28
  • 7 Dreamland 3:16
  • 8 Vickie and Mr. Valves 2:29
  • 9 For All We Know 4:00
  • 10 Come Rain or Come Shine 3:30
  • 11 In My Life 3:26
  • 12 I Remember You 3:34
  • 13 Every Road Leads Back to You 3:47

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata