Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me
Johnny Mathis · 1977
33 min · 11 tracks · easy listening
Smooth orchestral arrangements blend with Mathis's lush vocals, creating an intimate atmosphere of romantic ballads.
Why this album works
The album features several tracks that became staples in Mathis's repertoire, including the title track which exemplifies his romantic appeal. It reached number 24 on the Billboard 200 chart, solidifying his continued relevance in the music scene during the late 1970s.
- Career context
- When 'Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me' was released in 1977, Johnny Mathis was already a well-established pop and easy listening artist with numerous hits. This album followed his successful period in the 1960s and early 1970s, showcasing his ability to adapt to changing musical tastes while maintaining his signature style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- R. Stevie Moore· Nancy Sinatra· Nikka Costa· Harry Nilsson· Aretha Franklin· Cher· Elvis Presley· Dolly Parton
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me Standout 2:56
- 2 We’re All Alone Standout 3:22
- 3 All the Things You Are 3:33
- 4 One (From the Broadway Musical “A Chorus Line”) 2:26
- 5 When I Need You 3:26
- 6 Sweet Surrender 2:35
- 7 The Most Beautiful Girl 2:30
- 8 Tomorrow (From the Broadway Musical “Annie”) 2:29
- 9 Evergreen (Love Theme From “A Star Is Born”) 3:15
- 10 I Always Knew I Had It in Me 3:02
- 11 Don’t Give Up on Us Standout 3:57
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.