With a Smile and a Song cover

With a Smile and a Song

Doris Day · 1964

12 tracks · traditional pop

Joyful melodies and warm vocals create a nostalgic atmosphere celebrating childhood innocence and optimism.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • joyful nostalgia for childhood
  • sing-along moments with friends
  • light-hearted melodies for uplifting
  • playful energy throughout listening
  • fragmented pacing for varied moods

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer serious and somber themes
  • seek cohesive long-form pieces

Where this album fits

Career context
In 1964, Doris Day was transitioning into a new phase of her career, moving from her successful film roles into music albums tailored for family audiences. With 'With a Smile and a Song,' she aimed to capture the spirit of youth and positivity, following the success of her previous albums during the 1950s and early 1960s.
Stylistic neighbors
Patti Page· Frank Sinatra· Nat King Cole

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Give A Little Whistle
  • 2 The Children's Marching Song (Nick Nack Paddy Whack)
  • 3 Getting To Know You
  • 4 Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah
  • 5 The Lilac Tree (Perspicacity)
  • 6 High Hopes
  • 7 Do Re Mi
  • 8 Whatever Will Be, Will Be (Que Sera, Sera)
  • 9 Inchworm
  • 10 Swinging On A Star
  • 11 Sleepy Baby
  • 12 With A Smile And A Song

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata