The Essential Johnny Mathis
Johnny Mathis · 2004
139 min · 40 tracks · easy listening
A smooth blend of romantic ballads and timeless standards, showcasing Mathis's velvety vocals and emotional depth.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- romantic evenings with candlelight nostalgic moments of reflection smooth vocals for intimate settings
- Context
- Released in 2004, 'The Essential Johnny Mathis' compiles highlights from a prolific career that began in the mid-1950s. By this point, Mathis had solidified his status as a pop music icon, known for his romantic ballads and impressive vocal range. This compilation serves as both a retrospective of his enduring appeal and an introduction for new listeners.
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The Essential Johnny Mathis is an album by Johnny Mathis, released in 2004. A smooth blend of romantic ballads and timeless standards, showcasing Mathis's velvety vocals and emotional depth. 'The Essential Johnny Mathis' is significant for its comprehensive collection of hits that span decades, emphasizing Mathis's influence on popular music. The album peaked at number 15 on the Billboard 200 chart, affirming his lasting legacy in easy listening and pop music genres. It also showcases tracks that have become standards, influencing countless artists and shaping the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Essential Johnny Mathis sound like?
A smooth blend of romantic ballads and timeless standards, showcasing Mathis's velvety vocals and emotional depth. Rooted in easy listening.
What makes The Essential Johnny Mathis by Johnny Mathis notable?
'The Essential Johnny Mathis' is significant for its comprehensive collection of hits that span decades, emphasizing Mathis's influence on popular music. The album peaked at number 15 on the Billboard 200 chart, affirming his lasting legacy in easy listening and pop music genres. It also showcases tracks that have become standards, influencing countless artists and shaping the genre. Released in 2004, 'The Essential Johnny Mathis' compiles highlights from a prolific career that began in the mid-1950s. By this point, Mathis had solidified his status as a pop music icon, known for his romantic ballads and impressive vocal range. This compilation serves as both a retrospective of his enduring appeal and an introduction for new listeners.
Who is The Essential Johnny Mathis for?
The Essential Johnny Mathis works well if you're into romantic evenings with candlelight, nostalgic moments of reflection and smooth vocals for intimate settings.
How many songs are on The Essential Johnny Mathis?
The Essential Johnny Mathis has 40 tracks, running approximately 139 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 Fly Me to the Moon (In Other Words) 3:54
- 2 When Sunny Gets Blue 2:42
- 3 It’s Not for Me to Say 3:04
- 4 Wonderful! Wonderful! 2:49
- 5 Chances Are Standout 3:02
- 6 No Love (but Your Love) 2:19
- 7 The Twelfth of Never 2:27
- 8 Wild Is the Wind 2:26
- 9 Teacher, Teacher 2:39
- 10 A Certain Smile 2:48
- 11 Sleigh Ride 2:59
- 12 My Funny Valentine 3:36
- 13 Misty Standout 3:35
- 14 Small World 3:18
- 15 Maria 3:48
- 16 Dancing on the Ceiling 3:56
- 17 Stairway to the Stars 4:53
- 18 Gina 2:46
- 19 What Will My Mary Say 3:11
- 20 The Sweetheart Tree 2:14
- 21 On a Clear Day (You Can See Forever) 2:47
- 22 The Look of Love 3:42
- 23 A Time for Us 2:54
Disc 2
- 1 I’m Coming Home 3:24
- 2 Life Is a Song Worth Singing 6:04
- 3 99 Miles From L.A. 3:39
- 4 What I Did for Love 2:46
- 5 When a Child Is Born 3:44
- 6 Too Much, Too Little, Too Late 2:59
- 7 Begin the Beguine 4:17
- 8 Memory 3:02
- 9 Friend’s In Love 4:05
- 10 Brazil (Aquarela do Brasil) 4:15
- 11 Prelude to a Kiss 2:54
- 12 What Are You Doing the Rest of Your Life 5:59
- 13 Let Your Heart Remember 4:37
- 14 Unbreak My Heart 5:02
- 15 Because You Loved Me 4:37
- 16 Life Is Just a Bowl of Cherries 2:46
- 17 On Broadway 3:23
Release Date
January 1, 2004
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
139 min 43 sec
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