Young Man with a Horn cover

Young Man with a Horn

Doris Day · 1950

12 tracks · traditional pop

A lush blend of orchestral arrangements and Doris Day's warm, expressive vocals creates a timeless romantic ambiance.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • romantic evenings by candlelight
  • nostalgic reflections on love
  • warm vocals for cozy moments
  • eclectic mix for casual listening
  • playful tunes for lighthearted moods

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of fast-paced rhythms
  • prefer modern, upbeat sounds

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Young Man with a Horn' was released in March 1950, Doris Day was already a well-established star in Hollywood, known for her roles in musicals and romantic comedies. This album coincided with her peak popularity, following her successful film roles in the late 1940s, particularly in 'Romance on the High Seas' (1948) and 'My Dream Is Yours' (1949).
Stylistic neighbors
Patti Page· Frank Sinatra· Nat King Cole

Tracklist

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

  • 1 I May Be Wrong
  • 2 The Man I Love
  • 3 The Very Thought Of You
  • 4 Pretty Baby
  • 5 Melancholy Rhapsody
  • 6 Would I Love You
  • 7 Too Marvelous For Words
  • 8 Get Happy
  • 9 I Only Have Eyes For You
  • 10 Limehouse Blues
  • 11 With A Song In My Heart
  • 12 Lullaby Of Broadway

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata