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Songs

Plácido Domingo · 2012

53 min · 14 tracks · opera

A lush collection of timeless melodies, showcasing Domingo's operatic prowess over a diverse songbook.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic journey throughout
  • nostalgic warmth in every track
  • for romantic evenings
  • engaging sing-alongs with friends
  • headphone detail in lush arrangements

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy tracks
  • prefer standalone singles only

Where this album fits

Career context
By 2012, Plácido Domingo was transitioning into a new phase of his career, focusing more on popular songs after decades as a leading figure in opera. 'Songs' marked a deliberate exploration into crossover genres, following his acclaimed operatic performances and collaborations. This album arrived after his extensive work in both the classical and popular music spheres, signaling a broadening of his artistic portfolio.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Canción para una reina 3:42
  • 2 Sous le ciel de Paris 3:38
  • 3 Time After Time 2:48
  • 4 Un uomo tra la folla 2:37
  • 5 La Chanson des vieux amants 4:40
  • 6 Come What May (from Moulin Rouge) 4:34
  • 7 Bésame mucho 3:43
  • 8 From This Moment On 4:45
  • 9 Parla più piano (theme from The Godfather) 3:43
  • 10 Il mio cuore va (My Heart Will Go On) 4:40
  • 11 Eternally (from Charlie Chaplin’s Limelight) 3:19
  • 12 Celos (Jalousie) 3:43
  • 13 The Girl from Ipanema 3:20
  • 14 What a Wonderful World 3:57

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