Love Story cover

Love Story

Johnny Mathis · 1971

32 min · 11 tracks · easy listening

Smooth orchestral arrangements blend with Mathis's rich vocals, creating a romantic and nostalgic atmosphere.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • romantic moments of reflection
  • steady melodic flow throughout
  • nostalgic warmth for evenings
  • short tracks for quick listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy excitement
  • prefer longer song explorations

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1971, Johnny Mathis was already an established artist known for his romantic ballads. 'Love Story' was released as his follow-up to the successful album 'Johnny Mathis Sings,' further solidifying his status in the adult contemporary genre.
Stylistic neighbors
Perry Como· Frank Sinatra· Nat King Cole

Tracklist

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

  • 1 (Where Do I Begin) Love Story 2:45
  • 2 Rose Garden 2:51
  • 3 Ten Times Forever More 2:36
  • 4 It’s Impossible 3:00
  • 5 I Was There 2:26
  • 6 What Are You Doing the Rest of Your Life 3:00
  • 7 We’ve Only Just Begun 3:05
  • 8 Traces 2:45
  • 9 For the Good Times 3:42
  • 10 My Sweet Lord 3:16
  • 11 Loss of Love 2:51

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