The Mathis Collection
Johnny Mathis · 1977
129 min · 40 tracks · easy listening
A lush collection of heartfelt ballads that blend orchestral arrangements with Johnny Mathis's smooth, romantic vocal style.
Why this album works
'The Mathis Collection' is notable for its commercial success, reaching the top of the Billboard charts and reinforcing Mathis's enduring appeal. The album features a range of classic love songs that resonate with listeners, showcasing his ability to interpret popular standards with emotional depth.
- Best for
- steady pacing for relaxed evenings heartfelt ballads for romantic moments melodic journey through nostalgia
- Context
- Released in 1977, 'The Mathis Collection' marked a significant point in Johnny Mathis's career as he transitioned from his earlier hits into a more mature phase of artistry. This album followed his successful 1976 release 'Johnny Mathis Sings the Great New American Songbook,' further solidifying his status as a staple in easy listening and pop music.
- 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.
Disc 1
- 1 We’ve Only Just Begun 3:02
- 2 Everybody’s Talkin’ Standout 3:09
- 3 I’m Stone in Love With You 3:32
- 4 The Look of Love 3:49
- 5 The Way We Were Standout 3:47
- 6 Didn’t We 2:42
- 7 The Windmills of Your Mind 3:30
- 8 What I Did for Love 2:50
- 9 Stardust 3:29
- 10 When a Child Is Born (Soleado) 3:25
- 11 I’m Coming Home 2:51
- 12 Love Is Blue Standout 3:11
- 13 Theme From “Summer of ’42” (The Summer Knows) 2:43
- 14 Betcha by Golly Wow 3:00
- 15 (Where Do I Begin) Love Story 2:42
- 16 If 3:02
- 17 Send in the Clowns 3:34
- 18 Love Theme From “The Godfather” (Speak Softly Love) 3:41
- 19 And I Love You So 3:24
- 20 Feelings 3:19
Disc 2
- 1 A Certain Smile 2:46
- 2 Wonderful! Wonderful! 2:46
- 3 Someone 2:56
- 4 Winter Wonderland 3:20
- 5 The Twelfth of Never 2:30
- 6 Misty 3:36
- 7 My Funny Valentine 3:36
- 8 I’ve Grown Accustomed to Her Face 3:28
- 9 Tonight 3:11
- 10 Maria 3:45
- 11 What Are You Doing the Rest of Your Life 3:05
- 12 A Man and a Woman 3:21
- 13 Help Me Make It Through the Night 3:21
- 14 Moon River 3:12
- 15 Raindrops Keep Fallin’ on My Head 2:37
- 16 People 3:16
- 17 On a Clear Day You Can See Forever 2:44
- 18 99 Miles From L.A. 3:37
- 19 I’ll Never Fall in Love Again 3:00
- 20 The Party’s Over 4:05
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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