Jonathan Livingston Seagull – Original Motion Picture Sound Track
Neil Diamond · 1973
43 min · 14 tracks · folk · pop rock · soft rock
A soaring blend of soft rock melodies and introspective lyrics that captures the essence of freedom and self-discovery.
Why this album works
The album reached No. 2 on the Billboard 200 chart and received critical acclaim for its innovative blend of score and song. Additionally, it won a Grammy Award for Best Pop Vocal Performance, Solidifying Diamond's position in the music industry while also influencing the use of popular music in film.
- Best for
- soaring melodies for introspection wave-like pacing inviting reflection dynamic journey with reprises
- Context
- Released on October 19, 1973, 'Jonathan Livingston Seagull' marked Neil Diamond's first major foray into film soundtracks, following his successful pop albums like 'Hot August Night'. This soundtrack showcased a shift in his artistic direction as he composed music specifically for a cinematic narrative, enhancing his reputation beyond just a recording artist to a multifaceted creator.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kim Carnes· Leonard Cohen· Billy Joel
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Prologue 3:22
- 2 Be Standout 6:34
- 3 Flight of the Gull 2:25
- 4 Dear Father 5:19
- 5 Skybird 1:14
- 6 Lonely Looking Sky Standout 3:19
- 7 The Odyssey: Be 1:09
- 8 The Odyssey: Lonely Looking Sky 2:37
- 9 The Odyssey: Dear Father 5:56
- 10 Anthem Standout 3:06
- 11 Be Standout 1:09
- 12 Skybird 2:22
- 13 Dear Father 1:20
- 14 Be Standout 3:35
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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