Raindrops Keep Fallin' on My Head
Johnny Mathis · 1970
35 min · 11 tracks · easy listening
A lush blend of orchestral arrangements and Mathis's smooth vocals creates an intimate, soothing soundscape.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- intimate moments of reflection steady melodic journey throughout soothing background for relaxation
- Context
- In 1970, Johnny Mathis was already an established artist, known for his romantic ballads. 'Raindrops Keep Fallin' on My Head' was released as his 25th studio album, following the critical success of 'Johnny Mathis Sings for You' (1969), showcasing his ability to adapt to contemporary pop trends while maintaining his signature style.
- If you like
- easy listening
Raindrops Keep Fallin' on My Head is an album by Johnny Mathis, released in 1970. A lush blend of orchestral arrangements and Mathis's smooth vocals creates an intimate, soothing soundscape. This album features the hit title track, which won an Academy Award for Best Original Song and became a cultural staple through its association with the film 'Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid.' It also reached No. 6 on the Billboard 200 chart, solidifying Mathis's place in the pop landscape of the early '70s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Raindrops Keep Fallin' on My Head sound like?
A lush blend of orchestral arrangements and Mathis's smooth vocals creates an intimate, soothing soundscape. Rooted in easy listening.
What makes Raindrops Keep Fallin' on My Head by Johnny Mathis notable?
This album features the hit title track, which won an Academy Award for Best Original Song and became a cultural staple through its association with the film 'Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid.' It also reached No. 6 on the Billboard 200 chart, solidifying Mathis's place in the pop landscape of the early '70s. In 1970, Johnny Mathis was already an established artist, known for his romantic ballads. 'Raindrops Keep Fallin' on My Head' was released as his 25th studio album, following the critical success of 'Johnny Mathis Sings for You' (1969), showcasing his ability to adapt to contemporary pop trends while maintaining his signature style.
Who is Raindrops Keep Fallin' on My Head for?
Raindrops Keep Fallin' on My Head works well if you're into intimate moments of reflection, steady melodic journey throughout and soothing background for relaxation.
How many songs are on Raindrops Keep Fallin' on My Head?
Raindrops Keep Fallin' on My Head has 11 tracks, running approximately 35 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Raindrops Keep Fallin’ on My Head Standout 2:30
- 2 Honey Come Back 3:01
- 3 Watch What Happens 3:19
- 4 Something 2:34
- 5 Alfie 3:14
- 6 Midnight Cowboy Standout 2:47
- 7 A Man and a Woman 3:24
- 8 Odds and Ends 3:03
- 9 Jean 3:43
- 10 Everybody’s Talkin’ 3:01
- 11 Bridge Over Troubled Water Standout 4:35
Release Date
February 25, 1970
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
35 min 11 sec
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