The Very Best of Johnny Mathis
Johnny Mathis · 2006
72 min · 22 tracks · easy listening
A collection of lush ballads and smooth melodies that showcases Mathis's romantic vocal style.
Why this album works
This album is significant not only for its commercial success but also for its role in cementing Mathis's legacy in the music industry. It features classic tracks like 'Chances Are' and 'Misty,' both of which have become staples in popular culture, influencing countless artists and often featured in films and television shows.
- Best for
- steady melodic journey throughout romantic ambiance for intimate moments nostalgic reflections on love
- Context
- By 2006, Johnny Mathis had been an established artist for over five decades, known for his distinctive voice and romantic ballads. This compilation, released on January 1, serves as a retrospective of his career, drawing from various hits that defined the easy listening genre and solidified his status as a pop icon.
- 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 Too Much, Too Little, Too Late Standout 3:01
- 2 A Certain Smile 2:47
- 3 I’m Stone in Love With You 3:30
- 4 Misty Standout 3:34
- 5 Gone Gone Gone 3:37
- 6 Chances Are Standout 3:03
- 7 It’s Not for Me to Say 3:05
- 8 Friends in Love 4:04
- 9 Maria 3:47
- 10 My Love for You 3:06
- 11 On a Clear Day (You Can See Forever) 2:46
- 12 Prelude to a Kiss 2:54
- 13 The Twelfth of Never 2:28
- 14 Wild Is the Wind 2:25
- 15 Unbreak My Heart 5:01
- 16 You’re All I Need to Get By 2:40
- 17 Someone 2:57
- 18 When a Child Is Born 3:42
- 19 Feelings 3:28
- 20 Fly Me to the Moon 3:47
- 21 The Look of Love 3:42
- 22 (Where Do I Begin) Love Story 2:47
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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