The title of this playlist is ‘Vintage Songs My Mom Still Listens to Till This Day.’ It is filled with great songs from years gone by. The emotional lyrics and fabulous musical accompaniment make these hits timeless.
The playlist begins with Skeeter Davis’, ‘The End of the World.’ A smooth ballad with a lilting piano playing around a beautiful female vocal recording. The sound of thunder starts the next song followed by light bells and tight harmonies on the Cascades’ ‘Rhythm of the Rain.’ The music mix prioritizes the vocals, which is typical for this period.
One of the most classic songs from the 70s, ‘Close to You,’ appears on the playlist as song three. Karen Carpenter’s voice is perfection. A song that instantly transports you to a simpler time. It is a laid-back groove that inspires relaxation.
Out of nowhere, Madonna makes an appearance on an otherwise relaxing playlist. The song ‘La Isla Bonita’ doesn’t quite fit the time period of the others, but it still has a vibe that sets a specific mood.
Few singers are associated with the classic crooners. Perry Como is one of those incredible male vocalists whose voice is unique. His tune ‘And I Love You So’ makes the playlist and ads a touch of class.
The incomparable Dean Martin is on the list with ‘Everybody Loves Somebody,’ which features rich harmony and a 50s style backbeat. Dean’s voice floats over the top of a lush string arrangement. After that, Bobby Vinton is featured on his standout 1963 tune, ‘Blue Velvet.’ This hit was originally recorded in the 50s by Tony Bennett.
The great Perry Como singing, ‘Killing Me Softly with Her Songs,’ makes the list twice. The lyrics are emotional, and Perry does a beautiful job conveying the sadness. The most uptempo tune is saved for the last on the list. Ricky Nelson’s bop ‘Hello Mary Lou’ is a toe-tapper that showcases his strong vocal performance. With all these great songs, perhaps this will become your favorite playlist too!
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