Unforgettable – A Musical Tribute to Nat King Cole
Johnny Mathis · 1983
44 min · 11 tracks · easy listening
Smooth orchestral arrangements intertwine with heartfelt vocals, paying homage to timeless classics in a nostalgic tribute.
Why this album works
This album is significant as it not only celebrates Nat King Cole's legacy but also features the iconic duet with Natalie Cole on 'Let There Be Love', which introduced their shared heritage to a broader audience. The album received positive critical acclaim, bolstering Mathis’s status as a leading figure in easy listening and pop genres during the early 1980s.
- Career context
- Upon its release in 1983, Johnny Mathis was enjoying a resurgence in popularity after a decade marked by diverse musical ventures. 'Unforgettable' followed his successful album 'Mathis Magic' and showcased his ability to reinterpret classic songs while connecting with a new generation of listeners through the emotional resonance of Nat King Cole's 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.
- 1 Unforgettable / Sweet Lorraine 3:13
- 2 Nature Boy Standout 3:31
- 3 Orange Coloured Sky 2:13
- 4 Too Young 3:21
- 5 Medley: Johnny Mathis (Route 66 (Get Your Kicks on) / I Love You (For Sentimental Reasons) / Red Sails in the Sunset / Walkin' My Baby Back Home / It's Only a Paper Moon) 5:52
- 6 Stardust 3:26
- 7 Unforgettable Medley: Natalie Cole (Straighten Up and Fly Right / Mona Lisa / L-O-V-E / Dance Ballerina Dance / Ramblin' Rose / The Christmas Song) 6:33
- 8 To the Ends of the Earth 2:28
- 9 That Sunday (That Summer) 3:23
- 10 Duet: Johnny & Natalie (Let There Be Love / When I Fall in Love) 5:45
- 11 Unforgettable 4:14
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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