Song Sung Blue cover

Song Sung Blue

Johnny Mathis · 1972

37 min · 11 tracks · easy listening

A smooth blend of orchestral pop and heartfelt ballads that showcase Mathis's velvety vocals.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • intimate evening reflections
  • heartfelt emotional storytelling
  • soothing background ambiance
  • melodic sing-along moments

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1972, 'Song Sung Blue' marked Johnny Mathis’s transition into more contemporary pop sounds following his earlier successes in the 1950s and 1960s. This album came during a period when Mathis was solidifying his status as a versatile artist, adapting to changing musical tastes while retaining his signature vocal style.
Stylistic neighbors
Perry Como· Frank Sinatra· Nat King Cole

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Play Me 3:49
  • 2 Alone Again (Naturally) 4:20
  • 3 Where Is the Love 2:32
  • 4 Goodbye to Love 3:12
  • 5 Too Young 3:16
  • 6 Make It Easy on Yourself 3:29
  • 7 Lean on Me 3:51
  • 8 How Can I Be Sure 3:42
  • 9 Run to Me 2:58
  • 10 Song Sung Blue 3:12
  • 11 He Ain’t Heavy... He’s My Brother 3:16

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