Rapture
Johnny Mathis · 1962
42 min · 12 tracks · easy listening
A lush blend of orchestral arrangements and velvety vocals that embodies romantic nostalgia.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- steady melodic flow throughout romantic nostalgia in every note for intimate evenings
- Context
- Released in 1962, 'Rapture' marked Johnny Mathis's continued ascent in the pop music realm following his breakthrough with 'Johnny Mathis: A New Sound in Popular Music' in 1956. By this time, Mathis had established himself as a leading voice in easy listening, showcasing his smooth delivery and emotional depth on this album.
- If you like
- easy listening
Rapture is an album by Johnny Mathis, released in 1962. A lush blend of orchestral arrangements and velvety vocals that embodies romantic nostalgia. 'Rapture' is significant for its commercial success, reaching No. 5 on the Billboard 200 chart and solidifying Mathis's status as a pop icon. The album features classic tracks that have become staples in the easy listening genre, reflecting the romantic sentiments of the early 1960s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Rapture sound like?
A lush blend of orchestral arrangements and velvety vocals that embodies romantic nostalgia. Rooted in easy listening.
What makes Rapture by Johnny Mathis notable?
'Rapture' is significant for its commercial success, reaching No. 5 on the Billboard 200 chart and solidifying Mathis's status as a pop icon. The album features classic tracks that have become staples in the easy listening genre, reflecting the romantic sentiments of the early 1960s. Released in 1962, 'Rapture' marked Johnny Mathis's continued ascent in the pop music realm following his breakthrough with 'Johnny Mathis: A New Sound in Popular Music' in 1956. By this time, Mathis had established himself as a leading voice in easy listening, showcasing his smooth delivery and emotional depth on this album.
Who is Rapture for?
Rapture works well if you're into steady melodic flow throughout, romantic nostalgia in every note and for intimate evenings.
How many songs are on Rapture?
Rapture has 12 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Rapture Standout 3:20
- 2 Love Me as Though There Were No Tomorrow Standout 3:08
- 3 Moments Like This 2:50
- 4 You’ve Come Home 3:58
- 5 Here I’ll Stay 4:20
- 6 My Darling, My Darling 3:45
- 7 Stars Fell on Alabama 3:24
- 8 I Was Telling Her About You 3:38
- 9 Lament (Love, I Found You Gone) 3:20
- 10 The Love Nest 3:05
- 11 Lost in Loveliness 4:19
- 12 Stella by Starlight Standout 3:33
Release Date
January 1, 1962
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
42 min 40 sec
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