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Faithfully

Johnny Mathis · 1959

45 min · 12 tracks · easy listening

A lush collection of romantic ballads showcasing Mathis's smooth vocals and rich orchestral arrangements.

Why listen to this

Best for
steady pacing for romantic evenings lush orchestration for cozy atmospheres smooth vocals for intimate moments
Context
Released on December 21, 1959, 'Faithfully' came shortly after Johnny Mathis's breakthrough album 'Johnny Mathis: A New Sound in Popular Music' in 1956. By this time, he had established himself as a prominent figure in easy listening and pop music, capitalizing on the growing popularity of his romantic style and vocal prowess.
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Faithfully is an album by Johnny Mathis, released in 1959. A lush collection of romantic ballads showcasing Mathis's smooth vocals and rich orchestral arrangements. 'Faithfully' solidified Mathis's status in the music industry, reaching No. 20 on the Billboard 200 chart and receiving critical acclaim for its orchestral arrangements. The album contributed to his long-lasting influence on the genre of easy listening, paving the way for future artists in pop standards and romantic ballads. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Faithfully sound like?

A lush collection of romantic ballads showcasing Mathis's smooth vocals and rich orchestral arrangements. Rooted in easy listening.

What makes Faithfully by Johnny Mathis notable?

'Faithfully' solidified Mathis's status in the music industry, reaching No. 20 on the Billboard 200 chart and receiving critical acclaim for its orchestral arrangements. The album contributed to his long-lasting influence on the genre of easy listening, paving the way for future artists in pop standards and romantic ballads. Released on December 21, 1959, 'Faithfully' came shortly after Johnny Mathis's breakthrough album 'Johnny Mathis: A New Sound in Popular Music' in 1956. By this time, he had established himself as a prominent figure in easy listening and pop music, capitalizing on the growing popularity of his romantic style and vocal prowess.

Who is Faithfully for?

Faithfully works well if you're into steady pacing for romantic evenings, lush orchestration for cozy atmospheres and smooth vocals for intimate moments.

How many songs are on Faithfully?

Faithfully has 12 tracks, running approximately 45 minutes.

Tracklist

12 tracks·45:23

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

  • 1 Faithfully Standout 2:34
  • 2 Tonight 3:13
  • 3 Nobody Knows (How Much I Love You) Standout 4:13
  • 4 One Starry Night 4:22
  • 5 Follow Me 3:23
  • 6 You Better Go Now 4:14
  • 7 Secret Love Standout 3:32
  • 8 Maria 3:47
  • 9 Where Do You Think You’re Going 4:03
  • 10 And This Is My Beloved 4:00
  • 11 Where Are You? 3:31
  • 12 Blue Gardenia 4:27

Release Date

December 21, 1959

Genre

easy listening

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

45 min 23 sec