That's What Friends Are For
Johnny Mathis · 1978
32 min · 10 tracks · easy listening
Soulful melodies and heartfelt lyrics weave together in a lush, romantic tapestry of easy listening.
Why this album works
The title track, 'That's What Friends Are For', became a major hit, later revived by Dionne Warwick and friends, raising significant charitable funds for AIDS research. The album solidified Mathis's position in the easy listening genre during a time when pop music was evolving dramatically.
- Best for
- steady melodic exploration heartfelt moments of connection easy listening for relaxation
- Context
- In 1978, Johnny Mathis was enjoying a resurgence in popularity after his earlier successes in the 1960s and 1970s. 'That's What Friends Are For' was a collaboration with Deniece Williams, showcasing his enduring appeal and ability to adapt to contemporary sounds while maintaining his signature style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- R. Stevie Moore· Nancy Sinatra· Nikka Costa· Harry Nilsson· Aretha Franklin· Cher· Elvis Presley· Dolly Parton
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 You’re All I Need to Get By 2:42
- 2 Until You Come Back to Me (That’s What I’m Gonna Do) Standout 3:40
- 3 You’re a Special Part of My Life 2:57
- 4 Ready or Not 2:52
- 5 Me for You, You for Me 3:13
- 6 Heaven Must Have Sent You 3:24
- 7 Just the Way You Are Standout 3:45
- 8 That’s What Friends Are For Standout 3:29
- 9 I Just Can’t Get Over You 4:13
- 10 Touching Me With Love 2:30
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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