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Gift of Love

Sissel Kyrkjebø · 1993

57 min · 15 tracks · classical · opera · traditional folk music

A lush blend of operatic vocals and contemporary pop, infused with heartfelt emotion and classical elegance.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady emotional melodic journey
  • heartfelt reflections on love
  • uplifting moments for introspection
  • ideal for evening relaxation
  • sing-along comfort during solitude

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking rapid-fire excitement
  • prefer standalone upbeat tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1993, 'Gift of Love' marked Sissel Kyrkjebø's international breakthrough following her success in Norway. At this point, she had already gained recognition for her classical crossover style, but this album expanded her audience significantly, showcasing her vocal prowess and emotional delivery.
Stylistic neighbors
Andrea Bocelli· Sarah Brightman· Il Divo

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Fire in Your Heart (solo version) 4:23
  • 2 The Gift of Love 4:08
  • 3 If 2:39
  • 4 Breakaway 3:49
  • 5 Need I Say More 3:12
  • 6 Dream a Little Dream of Me 3:26
  • 7 Moonlight 3:40
  • 8 Here, There and Everywhere 2:38
  • 9 Miracle Song 4:21
  • 10 Solitaire 3:37
  • 11 Breaking Up Is Hard to Do 4:01
  • 12 Calling You 4:38
  • 13 More Like You 4:23
  • 14 Fire in Your Heart 4:21
  • 15 Hymne Olympique (1896) 4:22

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata