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The Magic Is You

Shirley Bassey · 1979

64 min · 18 tracks · pop music

A lush tapestry of orchestration frames Bassey's powerful and emotive vocal performances throughout this collection.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like emotional peaks and valleys
  • powerful vocals that command attention
  • reflective moments for quiet contemplation
  • uplifting anthems for shared experiences
  • late-night listening with deep resonance

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer fast-paced, upbeat tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1979, 'The Magic Is You' came during Shirley Bassey's period of artistic reinvention, following her successful career in the 1960s. At this point, she was establishing herself as a prominent figure in the pop music landscape, transitioning into a new era with fresh interpretations of classic songs.
Stylistic neighbors
Liza Minnelli· Barbra Streisand· Adele

Tracklist

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

  • 1 This Is My Life 4:55
  • 2 I (Who Have Nothing) 2:41
  • 3 No Regrets 4:28
  • 4 Don't Cry for Me Argentina 4:15
  • 5 Yesterday When I Was Young 3:52
  • 6 And I Love You So 4:28
  • 7 Anyone Who Had a Heart 3:28
  • 8 The Magic Is You 3:49
  • 9 It Must Be Him 3:18
  • 10 The Greatest Love of All 4:53
  • 11 Something 3:36
  • 12 Diamonds Are Forever 2:42
  • 13 Goldfinger 2:51
  • 14 Never, Never, Never (Grande, Grande, Grande) 3:36
  • 15 Fool on the Hill 3:15
  • 16 Kiss Me Honey Kiss Me 1:58
  • 17 (Where Do I Begin) Love Story 3:16
  • 18 For All We Know 2:43

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