Released 12 years ago this October
Songs for Daddy
Jill Johnson · 2014
41 min · 12 tracks · country music
A heartfelt collection of classic love songs delivered with a contemporary folk-country twist and tender vocal warmth.
Top tracks — play these first
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Crazy in Love Start here — The opening track sets the tone with its energetic arrangement and showcases Johnson's dynamic vocal delivery, making it an engaging start to the album.
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Hallelujah I Love Him So — Johnson infuses this timeless classic with fresh emotion, highlighting her ability to reinterpret well-loved songs while maintaining their charm.
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Fly Me to the Moon — This rendition features a gentle swing feel that allows Johnson's voice to shine, illustrating her unique approach to iconic jazz standards.
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No Other Daddy but You — This track stands out for its playful lyrics and sweet sentiment, perfectly capturing the familial love theme that resonates throughout the album.
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I Can't Give You Anything but Love — With its nostalgic melody and heartfelt performance, this song embodies the emotional core of the album and showcases Johnson’s vocal prowess.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- nostalgic moments with loved ones
- easy-going background for gatherings
- warm melodies for cozy evenings
- playful sing-alongs with friends
Maybe skip if you
- seeking intense emotional depth
- prefer experimental or avant-garde sounds
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — This album marks a shift to classic standards, differing from her prior country sound.
- Career context
- Released on October 22, 2014, 'Songs for Daddy' marks Jill Johnson's foray into the world of standards and beloved classics. This album came after her successful transition into more mainstream country music, showcasing her versatility as an artist while also celebrating personal themes connected to family and nostalgia.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kacey Musgraves· Brandi Carlile· Mary Chapin Carpenter
Tracklist
- 1 Crazy in Love Start here 2:57
- 2 Hallelujah I Love Him So 3:26
- 3 Fly Me to the Moon 3:19
- 4 Moon River 3:37
- 5 Somethings Gotta Give 3:06
- 6 That's Life 3:07
- 7 Love Is Here to Stay 3:53
- 8 The Very Thought of You 4:06
- 9 No Other Daddy but You 3:21
- 10 After You've Gone 2:47
- 11 Everybody Loves Somebody 4:08
- 12 I Can't Give You Anything but Love 3:19
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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