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Right from the Heart

Johnny Mathis · 1985

43 min · 10 tracks · easy listening

Smooth synth-driven melodies intertwine with romantic ballads, embodying the essence of mid-80s pop.

Why listen to this

Best for
steady mid-tempo romantic vibes for evening relaxation smooth melodies for background listening
Context
By 1985, Johnny Mathis was a seasoned artist with a successful career spanning over three decades. 'Right from the Heart' marked his return to the studio after a brief hiatus and followed his 1982 album 'Mathis Magic', showcasing his enduring appeal in the evolving pop landscape.
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Right from the Heart is an album by Johnny Mathis, released in 1985. Smooth synth-driven melodies intertwine with romantic ballads, embodying the essence of mid-80s pop. 'Right from the Heart' features the theme song for the soap opera 'Ryan's Hope', which contributed to its visibility in popular culture. Additionally, it solidified Mathis's position in easy listening and adult contemporary genres during a time when music was shifting towards more synthesized sounds. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Right from the Heart sound like?

Smooth synth-driven melodies intertwine with romantic ballads, embodying the essence of mid-80s pop. Rooted in easy listening.

What makes Right from the Heart by Johnny Mathis notable?

'Right from the Heart' features the theme song for the soap opera 'Ryan's Hope', which contributed to its visibility in popular culture. Additionally, it solidified Mathis's position in easy listening and adult contemporary genres during a time when music was shifting towards more synthesized sounds. By 1985, Johnny Mathis was a seasoned artist with a successful career spanning over three decades. 'Right from the Heart' marked his return to the studio after a brief hiatus and followed his 1982 album 'Mathis Magic', showcasing his enduring appeal in the evolving pop landscape.

Who is Right from the Heart for?

Right from the Heart works well if you're into steady mid-tempo romantic vibes, for evening relaxation and smooth melodies for background listening.

How many songs are on Right from the Heart?

Right from the Heart has 10 tracks, running approximately 43 minutes.

Tracklist

10 tracks·43:55

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

  • 1 Touch by Touch Standout 4:21
  • 2 Love Shock 4:19
  • 3 Just One Touch 4:02
  • 4 Hooked on Goodbye 4:02
  • 5 I Need You (The Journey) 5:09
  • 6 Step by Step 4:34
  • 7 Right From the Heart (From ABC Television’s “Ryan’s Hope”) Standout 4:25
  • 8 Falling in Love 4:28
  • 9 Here We Go Again 4:04
  • 10 Hold On Standout 4:31

Release Date

January 1, 1985

Genre

easy listening

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

43 min 55 sec