Raindrops Keep Fallin' on My Head
Andy Williams · 1970
30 min · 9 tracks · country · jazz · easy listening
A smooth blend of easy listening and country-inflected pop with heartfelt vocal delivery.
Why this album works
The title track, 'Raindrops Keep Fallin' on My Head,' won an Academy Award for Best Original Song and became one of Williams' signature songs. The album's blend of pop standards and contemporary tunes contributed to its strong performance on the charts, reaching No. 12 on the Billboard 200.
- Best for
- steady melodic flow throughout heartfelt vocals for nostalgia for relaxed afternoons
- Context
- By 1970, Andy Williams was already a household name, having enjoyed significant success since the late 1950s. 'Raindrops Keep Fallin' on My Head' followed his 1969 album 'Andy Williams' and marked a continuation of his exploration into popular ballads, solidifying his role in the adult contemporary genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Harry Nilsson· Cher· Aretha Franklin· Frank Zappa· Donna Summer· Bobby Darin· Bette Midler· John Denver
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Long Time Blues 3:06
- 2 It's Over 2:43
- 3 Sweet Memories 3:06
- 4 Raindrops Keep Fallin' On My Head Standout 3:11
- 5 Bridge Over Troubled Water Standout 4:57
- 7 Today Medley 3:51
- 8 Reason To Believe 2:58
- 9 Simple Thing As Love 2:44
- 10 Both Sides Now Standout 3:43
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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