Mahogany
Diana Ross · 1975
43 min · 15 tracks · jazz · R&B · soul
A lush blend of soulful melodies and orchestral arrangements that evoke the glamour of 1970s cinema.
Why this album works
- Best for
- lush orchestral arrangements throughout wave-like pacing for reflection cinematic soundscapes for dreaming
- Context
- By the time 'Mahogany' was released in January 1975, Diana Ross was transitioning from her successful solo career into a prominent film star, following her lead role in 'Lady Sings the Blues' (1972). This album served as the soundtrack for her second major film, 'Mahogany', further solidifying her position as a crossover artist in music and film.
- If you like
- jazz, R&B, soul
Mahogany is an album by Diana Ross, released in 1975. A lush blend of soulful melodies and orchestral arrangements that evoke the glamour of 1970s cinema. The title track, 'Theme From Mahogany (Do You Know Where You're Going To?)', became one of Ross's signature songs, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and earning an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Song. The album itself is noted for its lush orchestration and has been influential in the realms of soul and pop music, often revisited for its cinematic quality. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Mahogany sound like?
A lush blend of soulful melodies and orchestral arrangements that evoke the glamour of 1970s cinema. Rooted in jazz and R&B.
What makes Mahogany by Diana Ross notable?
The title track, 'Theme From Mahogany (Do You Know Where You're Going To?)', became one of Ross's signature songs, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and earning an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Song. The album itself is noted for its lush orchestration and has been influential in the realms of soul and pop music, often revisited for its cinematic quality. By the time 'Mahogany' was released in January 1975, Diana Ross was transitioning from her successful solo career into a prominent film star, following her lead role in 'Lady Sings the Blues' (1972). This album served as the soundtrack for her second major film, 'Mahogany', further solidifying her position as a crossover artist in music and film.
Who is Mahogany for?
Mahogany works well if you're into lush orchestral arrangements throughout, wave-like pacing for reflection and cinematic soundscapes for dreaming.
How many songs are on Mahogany?
Mahogany has 15 tracks, running approximately 43 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Theme From Mahogany (Do You Know Where You're Going To?) Standout 3:25
- 2 Feeling Again Standout 3:22
- 3 You Don't Ever Have to Be Alone 2:40
- 4 Can You Hear It in My Music 3:38
- 5 Christian's Theme 1:46
- 6 After You 2:17
- 7 Theme From Mahogany (instrumental) 3:52
- 8 My Hero Is a Gun Standout 3:18
- 9 Catfight 1:31
- 10 Erucu 3:34
- 11 Let's Go Back to Day One 1:42
- 12 Tracy 2:14
- 13 She's the Ideal Girl 2:46
- 14 Sweets (And Other Things) 2:01
- 15 Mahogany Suite 5:31
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