Gems
Michael Bolton · 2011
50 min · 12 tracks · pop rock
A heartfelt collection of timeless ballads infused with Michael Bolton's powerful vocal performances and emotive interpretations.
Top tracks — play these first
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Love Is Everything Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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When a Man Loves a Woman / It’s a Man’s Man’s Man’s World — This medley highlights Bolton's signature emotional delivery while merging two classic soul songs into a powerful duet that resonates with themes of love and devotion.
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Over the Rainbow — Bolton's rendition of this iconic song serves as a showcase for his vocal range and emotional depth, transforming a classic into an uplifting anthem of hope.
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Fields of Gold — This track stands out due to its lush arrangement and Bolton's tender interpretation, breathing new life into Sting's beloved original while maintaining its poignant essence.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for reflective moments
- heartfelt ballads for emotional connection
- ideal for cozy evenings
- sing-along favorites with friends
- timeless melodies that resonate deeply
Maybe skip if you
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks
- seek experimental or avant-garde sounds
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Showcases Bolton's enduring appeal with reimagined classics and collaborations.
- Career context
- Released in 2011, 'Gems' marked Michael Bolton's return to the spotlight after a series of albums that had varying degrees of commercial success. This compilation features duets and reimagined classics, showcasing Bolton's enduring appeal as a pop rock vocalist while aligning with his efforts to reconnect with both longtime fans and a new audience.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kenny Rogers· Richard Marx· Bryan Adams
Tracklist
- 1 Love Is Everything Start here 4:33
- 2 Fields of Gold 4:12
- 3 Sajna 4:11
- 4 Pride (In the Name of Love) 4:29
- 5 I’m Not Ready 4:31
- 6 Over the Rainbow 3:29
- 7 When a Man Loves a Woman / It’s a Man’s Man’s Man’s World 5:33
- 8 The Prayer 4:28
- 9 You Are So Beautiful 3:53
- 10 Make You Feel My Love 3:14
- 11 Hallelujah 3:44
- 12 Steel Bars 4:15
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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