Released 30 years ago
Out of This World
Maureen McGovern · 1996
47 min · 13 tracks
A lush orchestral backdrop supports McGovern's powerful interpretations of classic standards with a modern sensibility.
Top tracks — play these first
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Over the Rainbow — McGovern's rendition transforms this beloved classic into a poignant meditation on hope, showcasing her vocal range and emotional depth.
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Ac-cent-tchu-ate the Positive / Get Happy — This medley captures the album's uplifting spirit, blending two cheerful classics into an infectious celebration of optimism and joy.
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Man That Got Away / Stormy Weather (Keeps Rainin' All the Time) / Blues in the Night (My Mana Done Tol' Me) — This medley exemplifies McGovern's ability to convey sorrow through rich storytelling, seamlessly interweaving themes of loss and longing across three iconic songs.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- orchestral warmth for cozy evenings
- nostalgic reflections on classic standards
- uplifting moments for rainy days
- emotional depth in powerful vocals
Maybe skip if you
- fast-paced, high-energy experiences
- minimalist sound without orchestration
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 1996, Maureen McGovern was transitioning from her early career as a film and Broadway singer to a more established recording artist. 'Out of This World' is her follow-up to the 1994 album 'The Music of the Night', showcasing her continued evolution in vocal artistry and interpretation of jazz standards.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Karen Carpenter· Barbra Streisand· Patti Austin
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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It's Only a Paper Moon
The lyrics reflect on dreams and illusions, with a shift from optimistic hopefulness to a stark acknowledgment of reality.
The juxtaposition within the verse enhances the emotional tension, as the lighthearted melody contrasts with the sobering realization that dreams can often be ephemeral.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Any Place I Hang My Hat Is Home 3:30
- 2 Come Rain or Come Shine 2:52
- 3 Ac-cent-tchu-ate the Positive / Get Happy 3:02
- 4 It's Only a Paper Moon 2:16
- 5 A Sleepin' Bee 4:10
- 6 Ding Dong the Witch Is Dead 2:40
- 7 Over the Rainbow 3:40
- 8 Let's Take a Walk Around the Block 3:56
- 9 Don't Like Goodbyes 3:18
- 10 Right as Rain 3:14
- 11 Out of This World 5:06
- 12 Man That Got Away / Stormy Weather (Keeps Rainin' All the Time) / Blues in the Night (My Mana Done Tol' Me) 7:12
- 13 My Shining Hour 2:42
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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