Swing Softly
Johnny Mathis · 1958
31 min · 12 tracks · easy listening
A smooth blend of romantic ballads and playful tunes that encapsulate the charm of late '50s pop.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- smooth romantic ballads for relaxation playful tunes for lighthearted moments steady pacing for easy listening
- Context
- Released in 1958, 'Swing Softly' was Johnny Mathis's second studio album following his self-titled debut. At this stage in his career, Mathis was beginning to establish himself as a leading voice in easy listening and pop music, building on the success of hits like 'Chances Are'. This album further solidified his romantic crooner persona, setting the tone for his future work.
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- easy listening
Swing Softly is an album by Johnny Mathis, released in 1958. A smooth blend of romantic ballads and playful tunes that encapsulate the charm of late '50s pop. 'Swing Softly' is significant for its commercial success, peaking at number 19 on the Billboard 200 chart. The album showcased Mathis's velvety vocals and laid the groundwork for his influence in the easy listening genre, appealing to a broad audience that would continue to embrace him throughout his career. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Swing Softly sound like?
A smooth blend of romantic ballads and playful tunes that encapsulate the charm of late '50s pop. Rooted in easy listening.
What makes Swing Softly by Johnny Mathis notable?
'Swing Softly' is significant for its commercial success, peaking at number 19 on the Billboard 200 chart. The album showcased Mathis's velvety vocals and laid the groundwork for his influence in the easy listening genre, appealing to a broad audience that would continue to embrace him throughout his career. Released in 1958, 'Swing Softly' was Johnny Mathis's second studio album following his self-titled debut. At this stage in his career, Mathis was beginning to establish himself as a leading voice in easy listening and pop music, building on the success of hits like 'Chances Are'. This album further solidified his romantic crooner persona, setting the tone for his future work.
Who is Swing Softly for?
Swing Softly works well if you're into smooth romantic ballads for relaxation, playful tunes for lighthearted moments and steady pacing for easy listening.
How many songs are on Swing Softly?
Swing Softly has 12 tracks, running approximately 31 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 You Hit the Spot Standout 2:53
- 2 It’s De-Lovely 2:48
- 3 Get Me to the Church on Time 1:46
- 4 Like Someone in Love Standout 2:41
- 5 You’d Be So Nice to Come Home To 2:12
- 6 Love Walked In 2:37
- 7 This Heart of Mine 2:31
- 8 To Be in Love 3:01
- 9 Sweet Lorraine 2:24
- 10 Can’t Get Out of This Mood 3:07
- 11 I’ve Got the World on a String Standout 3:12
- 12 Easy to Say (But So Hard to Do) 2:43
Release Date
January 1, 1958
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
31 min 57 sec
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