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Songs I Heard

Harry Connick Jr. · 2001

58 min · 16 tracks · jazz

A playful jazz homage that transforms beloved musical classics into lush and vibrant interpretations.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • playful interpretations of classics
  • dynamic mix of tempos
  • for nostalgic sing-alongs
  • light-hearted energy for gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer serious, introspective music
  • need instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
When 'Songs I Heard' was released in 2001, Harry Connick Jr. was already an established artist, known for his blend of jazz and pop. This album followed his successful ventures into film scoring and Broadway, showcasing his versatility and ability to reinterpret classic songs from musicals with a fresh jazz perspective.
Stylistic neighbors
Jamie Cullum· Diana Krall· Norah Jones

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious 4:29
  • 2 The Lonely Goatherd 3:20
  • 3 Ding-Dong! the Witch Is Dead 2:07
  • 4 Maybe 3:49
  • 5 Pure Imagination / Candy Man 4:21
  • 6 Golden Ticket / I Want It Now 3:49
  • 7 Oompa Loompa 3:46
  • 8 A Spoonful of Sugar 5:14
  • 9 Stay Awake 2:41
  • 10 Something Was Missing 4:16
  • 11 You're Never Fully Dressed Without a Smile 2:56
  • 12 Over the Rainbow 4:14
  • 13 The Jitterbug 3:40
  • 14 Merry Old Land of Oz 2:50
  • 15 Edelweiss 2:27
  • 16 Do-Re-Mi 4:15

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata