Portrait of Johnny
Johnny Mathis · 1961
32 min · 12 tracks · easy listening
Smooth orchestral arrangements blend with Johnny Mathis's silky vocals, creating an intimate and romantic listening experience.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- intimate moments of romance
- steady melodic journey throughout
- for quiet evenings
- easy background for conversations
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy tracks
- prefer longer, epic compositions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on July 17, 1961, 'Portrait of Johnny' was Johnny Mathis's ninth studio album, following the success of his earlier hits. At this point in his career, he was solidifying his status as a prominent figure in pop music, known for his romantic ballads and lush vocal style, which appealed widely to adult listeners.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Perry Como· Frank Sinatra· Nat King Cole
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Starbright 2:47
- 2 While You’re Young 2:53
- 3 Should I Wait (Or Should I Run to Her) 2:48
- 4 All Is Well 2:31
- 5 You Set My Heart to Music 2:42
- 6 My Love for You 3:03
- 7 Oh That Feeling 2:31
- 8 How to Handle a Woman 2:45
- 9 Cherie 2:45
- 10 Hey Love 2:27
- 11 Jenny 2:53
- 12 The Story of Our Love 2:25
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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