The Wonderful World of Make Believe
Johnny Mathis · 1964
38 min · 12 tracks · easy listening
A lush collection of romantic ballads that evoke sentimental dreams and nostalgic longing.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady melodic journey throughout
- nostalgic longing for dreams
- romantic ballads for reflection
- for cozy evenings
- sentimental vibes with friends
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy excitement
- prefer modern soundscapes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1964, 'The Wonderful World of Make Believe' was Johnny Mathis's follow-up to his highly successful album 'Johnny Mathis Sings for You'. At this point in his career, Mathis had already established himself as a leading figure in easy listening music, known for his smooth voice and romantic themes. This album further solidified his status as a premier pop vocalist during the early 1960s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Perry Como· Frank Sinatra· Nat King Cole
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Camelot 2:48
- 2 I’m Always Chasing Rainbows 3:35
- 3 House of Flowers (From House of Flowers) 3:34
- 4 Beyond the Sea (La mer) 3:22
- 5 Sky Full of Rainbows 3:06
- 6 Sands of Time (From Kismet) 3:09
- 7 Shangri‐La 3:27
- 8 Alice in Wonderland 2:43
- 9 Dream, Dream, Dream 3:08
- 10 The World of Make‐Believe 2:41
- 11 When You Wish Upon a Star 4:18
- 12 Beyond the Blue Horizon 2:57
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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