You Belong to Me [Import]

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Jo Stafford was One of America's Most Popular Solo Performers. She Made it Into Charts 49 Times, Received Seven Gold Records and Platinum for Selling Over 25 Million Records. She Could Hold a Note for 16 Bars. Her Songs "i'll Never Smile Again" and "There Are Such Things" were Both Million Sellers. She Sang with Tommy Dorsey in the Early Forties as a Member of his Vocal Group "The Pied Pipers". Double CD Sets Packaged with Slipcase.

You Belong to Me, Music, Jo Stafford, Jazz, Nostalgia, Traditional Pop, United States of America, Vocal Jazz, Vocal Pop
You Belong to Me
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Say Something Sweet to Your Reviewer
  • Second ASV compilation of Jo's music
 You Belong to Me
Jo Stafford
Manufacturer: Asv Living Era
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ASIN: B0001Z2RKU
Release Date: 2004-06-29

Tracks:

  1. Blues in the Night [From "Blues in the Night"] - Tommy Dorsey & His Orchestra, Jo Stafford
  2. How Sweet You Are [From "Thank Your Lucky Stars"] - Jo Stafford, Paul Weston & His Orchestra
  3. I Remember You [From "The Fleet's In"] - Jo Stafford, Paul Weston & His Orchestra
  4. Tumbling Tumbleweeds [From Tumbling Tumbleweeds] - Betty Hutton, The Pied Pipers, Jo Stafford
  5. On the Sunny Side of the Street [From Lew Leslie's International Revue] - Betty Hutton, The Pied Pipers, Jo Stafford
  6. Let's Take the Long Way Home [From Here Come the Waves] - Jo Stafford, Paul Weston & His Orchestra
  7. Boy Next Door [From "Meet Me in St. Louis"] - Jo Stafford, Paul Weston & His Orchestra
  8. Over the Rainbow [From The Wizard of Oz] - Jo Stafford, Paul Weston & His Orchestra
  9. Georgia on My Mind - Jo Stafford, Paul Weston & His Orchestra
  10. Walkin' My Baby Back Home - Jo Stafford, Paul Weston & His Orchestra
  11. September Song [From Knickerbocker Holiday] - Jo Stafford
  12. Almost Like Being in Love [From Brigadoon] - Jo Stafford, Paul Weston & His Orchestra
  13. Smoke Dreams - Jo Stafford, The Starlighters
  14. Stanley Steamer [From Summer Holiday] - Jo Stafford, The Starlighters
  15. Gentleman Is a Dope [From "Allegro"] - Jo Stafford, Paul Weston & His Orchestra
  16. Autumn in New York [From "Thumbs Up"] - Jo Stafford, Paul Weston & His Orchestra
  17. He's Gone Away - Jo Stafford, Paul Weston & His Orchestra
  18. Best Things in Life Are Free [From "Good News"] - Jo Stafford, Paul Weston & His Orchestra
  19. Roses of Picardy - Jo Stafford, Paul Weston & His Orchestra
  20. In the Still of the Night [From "Rosalie"] - Jo Stafford, Paul Weston & His Orchestra
  21. Haunted Heart [From "Inside USA"] - Jo Stafford, Paul Weston & His Orchestra
  22. Smoke Gets in Your Eyes [From Roberta] - Jo Stafford, Paul Weston & His Orchestra
  23. Make Believe [From Show Boat] - Jo Stafford, Paul Weston & His Orchestra
  24. If I Loved You [From Carousel] - Jo Stafford, Paul Weston & His Orchestra
  25. Say Something Sweet to Your Sweetheart - Gordon MacRae, Jo Stafford, The Starlighters
  26. Red River Valley - Jo Stafford, The Starlighters

Tracks:

  1. My Darling, My Darling [From Where's Charley?] - Gordon MacRae, Jo Stafford, The Starlighters
  2. Always True to You in My Fashion [From "Kiss Me, Kate"] - Jo Stafford, Paul Weston & His Orchestra
  3. Some Enchanted Evening [From South Pacific] - Jo Stafford, Paul Weston & His Orchestra
  4. Whispering Hope - Gordon MacRae, Jo Stafford
  5. Ragtime Cowboy Joe - Jo Stafford, The Starlighters
  6. Scarlet Ribbons (For Her Hair) - Jo Stafford
  7. Play a Simple Melody [From Watch Your Step] - Jo Stafford, The Starlighters, Paul Weston,
  8. Pagan Love Song [From the Pagan] - Jo Stafford, Paul Weston,
  9. Sometime - George Greeley, Jo Stafford
  10. No Other Love - George Greeley, Jo Stafford
  11. Old Rugged Cross - Jo Stafford
  12. Goodnight Irene - Jo Stafford
  13. Autumn Leaves (Les Feuilles Mortes) - Jo Stafford
  14. Vie en Rose - Mischa Russell, Jo Stafford
  15. If - Jo Stafford, Paul Weston & His Orchestra
  16. Tennessee Waltz - Jo Stafford, Paul Weston & His Orchestra
  17. If You've Got the Money, I've Got the Time - Jo Stafford, Paul Weston & His Orchestra
  18. Teardrops from My Eyes - Gene Autry, , Jo Stafford
  19. Shrimp Boats - Norman Luboff Choir, Jo Stafford
  20. Till We Meet Again - Nelson Eddy, Jo Stafford
  21. Hawaiian War Chant - Ziggy Elman, Jo Stafford
  22. Allentown Jail - Jo Stafford, Paul Weston & His Orchestra
  23. Hey, Good Lookin' - Carl Fischer, Frankie Laine, Jo Stafford
  24. There's a Small Hotel [From On Your Toes] - Teddy Johnson, Jo Stafford
  25. Hambone - Carl Fischer, Frankie Laine, , Jo Stafford
  26. You Belong to Me - Jo Stafford, Paul Weston & His Orchestra
  27. Jambalaya (On the Bayou) - Norman Luboff Choir, Jo Stafford
  28. Keep It a Secret - Jo Stafford, Paul Weston & His Orchestra

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars Say Something Sweet to Your Reviewer.......2007-03-19

Staffors's voice has a creamy tonal beauty that make her singing immensely listenable. Her strength's as a singer are particularly evident in the many love song from the forties where the sultry yearning behind the lyrics and lush orchestration are a perfect medium for Stafford's lustrous tone and superb breath control. There is nothing forced or melodramatic in her approach to a song; she has none of the affectations common to many singers of the day and delivers a solid beautifully crafted performance on each piece. Frank Sinatra was one of her biggest fans and its not hard to hear why. My favourites? Autumn In New York; Walkin' My Baby; Haunted Heart; Georgia; Say Something Sweet to Your Sweetheart. There are some forgettable songs here that do no justice to Stafford's talent or the history of the popular song, but these are the exception. A great intro to an underated singer.

5 out of 5 stars Second ASV compilation of Jo's music.......2004-10-07

Some years ago, ASV released a single CD of Jo's music (Coming back like a song 25 hits 1941 - 1947), containing many of Jo's big hits of the forties. This set, although a double CD, is a companion volume to that collection. It avoids all the hits available on that collection but Jo had plenty of others. Here you will find more of Jo's hits from the forties, together with some of her early fifties hits from Columbia.

If you've already got the boxed set (Yes indeed) covering Jo's music on Capitol and you've also got the best compilation of Jo's fifties music (Columbia hits collection), you'll have most but not all of the tracks here and on the other ASV collection. Out of this world, Ivy and White Christmas are available on the single CD while Say something sweet to your sweetheart, Sometime and Goodnight Irene are available on this set. These tracks are omitted from Yes indeed, but as that box contains four CD's and is devoted entirely to her Capitol recordings, there are many more tracks on that set that aren't on the two ASV releases.

All the Columbia hits included here can be found on Columbia hits collection. As this set only covers the period up to 1952, it misses out some later hits including Make love to me, Thank you for calling and Suddenly there's a valley. Perhaps ASV plan to release another volume some day although I doubt it - 1952 is about as far as they normally go.

If you've already got the first ASV compilation, this is an ideal way to expand your collection of Jo's music. If you haven't got any of Jo's music, buying the two ASV compilations will give you most of her hits including all the essentials.

Dedicated Jo Stafford fans may wish to buy all the compilations I've mentioned, together with the rarities collection (Jo Stafford on Capitol) just to have everything available - there are tracks on each that aren't available elsewhere - but it would involve a lot of duplication. Between these five compilations, every solo hit that Jo had during her time with Capitol is included at least once. Some of her duet hits with Gordon MacRae are missing and there are still some of her later Columbia hits not available on CD.
Romantic Tenors
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • An excellent purchase
 Romantic Tenors
José Carreras , Luciano Pavarotti , Placido Domingo , and Three Tenors
Manufacturer: Decca
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ASIN: B00005UWHF
Release Date: 2002-01-29

Tracks:

  1. Che Gelida Manina From La Boheme - Luciano Pavarotti
  2. Mucho Mucho - Placido Domingo
  3. Core 'Ngrato - Jose Carreras
  4. Mattinata - Placido Domingo
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  6. You Belong To My Heart - Jose Carreras
  7. Chitarra Romana - Luciano Pavarotti
  8. El Dia Que Me Quieras - Placido Domingo
  9. Passione - Jose Carreras
  10. Because You're Mine - Jose Carreras
  11. Siboney - Placido Domingo
  12. Amor Ti Vieta From Fedora
  13. Malia - Jose Carreras
  14. Non Ti Scordar Di Mi - Placido Domingo
  15. Vieni Sul Mar - Luciano Pavarotti
  16. Una Furtiva Lagrima From L'Elisir D Amore - Jose Carreras
  17. Je Crois Entendre Encore From The Pearl Fishers - Placido Domingo
  18. Nessun Dorma From Turandot - Luciano Pavarotti

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars An excellent purchase.......2007-05-04

I was very pleased with this CD. Good sound, good sound leveling, and nice choice of music. All in all an excellent addition to our collection.
The Bashful Blond/Let Me Belong to You
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    Brian Hyland
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    ASIN: B0000TZ736
    Release Date: 2003-12-08

    Tracks:

    1. Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polka Dot Bikini
    2. Rosemary
    3. Cleo
    4. Don't Dilly Dally, Sally
    5. Cozy Little Compact Car
    6. Poor Little Fool
    7. I Don't Know Why (I Just Do)
    8. Angel in My Heart
    9. "A" You're Adorable (The Alphabet Song)
    10. I Don't Want to Set the World On Fire
    11. Baby Face
    12. Paper Doll
    13. Are You Lonesome Tonight
    14. I'm Sorry
    15. Bye Bye Love
    16. It Ain't That Way at All
    17. Let Me Belong to You
    18. Night I Cried
    19. I'll Never Stop Wanting You
    20. Lonely Weekends
    21. Love Me Tender
    22. All Shook Up
    23. Let It Die
    24. Walk a Lonely Mile

    Album Description

    UK twofer combines two of the onetime teen idol's early albums, 'The Bashful Blonde' (1960) & 'Let Me Belong To You' (1961). 24 tracks. BGO Records. 2003.

    Album Details

    Digitally Remastered Edition of Two Original Albums Released in 1961 and 1962 on the London and Hmv Record Labels, and Now Available for the First Time as a Two on One CD. Includes the his First Big Hit that He Made When He was Only 16 Years Old, "Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polka Dot Bikini".
    The Best of José Carreras
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      		The Best of José Carreras

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      Release Date: 1990-10-25

      Tracks:

      1. Torna A Surriento
      2. Fenesta Che Lucive
      3. E Lucevan Le Stelle (Tosca)
      4. My Own True Love (Gone With The Wind)
      5. Nessun Dorma (Turandot)
      6. Non Ti Scordar Di Me
      7. Una Furtiva Lagrima (L'elisir D'amore)
      8. Granada
      9. Core 'Ngrato
      10. Che Gelida Manina (la Boheme)
      11. Love Is A Many Splendoured Thing
      12. Pourquoi Me Reveiller? (Werther)
      13. Memory (Cats)
      14. Mattinata
      15. Ave Maria
      16. Tonight
      17. Tu Che A Dio Spiegasti L'ali

      Tracks:

      1. Because You're Mine
      2. 'A Vucchella
      3. Di Rigori Armato Il Seno (Der Rosenkavalier)
      4. Forse La Soglia Attinse - ma Se M'e Forza Perderti
      5. Parlami D'amore, Mariu
      6. Vesti La Giubba (I Pagliacci)
      7. As Time Goes By
      8. Oh, Fede Negar Potessi - Quando Le Sere Al Placido (Luisa Miller)
      9. Panis Angelicus
      10. 'O Sole Mio
      11. E La Silita Storia (L' Arlesiana)
      12. Be My Love
      13. Dein Ist Mein Ganzes Herz (Das Land Des Lachelns)
      14. Because
      15. Donna Non Vidi Mai (Manon Lescaut)
      16. You Belong To My Heart
      17. Di Quella Pira
      You Belong to Me
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        		You Belong to Me
        Jo Stafford
        Manufacturer: Pair
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        ASIN: B000003C7R
        Release Date: 1990-10-25

        Tracks:

        1. Long Ago (And Far Away)
        2. Symphony
        3. Some Enchanted Evening
        4. If I Loved You
        5. That's For Me
        6. Serenade Of The Bells
        7. It Could Happen To You
        8. You Belong To Me
        9. I'll Be Seeing You
        10. The Trolley Song
        11. I Love You
        12. Day By Day
        13. Make Love To Me
        14. Jambalaya
        15. Jambalaya
        16. Shrimp Boats
        Pure Tenors: Eighteen Romantic Classics
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        • Pure Tenors
        • Good mix
        • A Great Cd
        • Nice CD! Must have for Classic fan.
        • There are tenors,and then there are Italian tenors
        		 Pure Tenors: Eighteen Romantic Classics

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        ASIN: B000056VM8
        Release Date: 2001-01-30

        Tracks:

        1. Cats: Memory - Jose Carreras
        2. Rigoletto: La Donna E Mobile - Andrea Bocelli
        3. Be My Love - Placido Domingo
        4. Mattinata - Luciano Pavarotti
        5. Fedora: Amor Ti Vieta - Russell Watson
        6. Vida Mia - Placido Domingo
        7. Non Ti Scordar Di Me - Luciano Pavarotti
        8. West Side Story: Maria - Jose Carreras
        9. Chitarra Romana - Guiseppe Di Stefano
        10. Love Is A Many Splendoured Thing - Jose Carreras
        11. Core 'Ngrato - Placido Domingo
        12. Maria Mari! - Luciano Pavarotti
        13. Munequita Linda - Placido Domingo
        14. West Side Story: One Hand, One Heart - Jose Carreras/Kiri Te Kanawa
        15. Because - Placido Domingo
        16. Vieni Sul Mar - Luciano Pavarotti
        17. You Belong To My Heart - Jose Carreras
        18. Turandot: Nessun Dorma - Luciano Pavarotti

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        If you're looking to play the devil, the lower male range gives you an advantage, at least according to stage convention. But when it comes to the art of romance--unless you happen to be a certain promiscuous Don--a thrilling tenor voice is worth its weight in gold. This Pure Tenors compilation showcases the gleaming brilliance of this voice type in its romantic guise. The tenor--so to speak--of the selections ranges from Broadway fare and favorites such as "Love Is a Many-Splendoured Thing" to the fervent intensity of Puccini's Turandot (in the pulse-elevating closing number). Predictably, today's great tenor trinity--voice of gold Luciano Pavarotti, Placido Domingo (in some very frisky moods), and the passionate José Carreras--gets by far the most representation. But of the huge world of other tenors out there, Universal at least gives a hint, with a vintage selection from the legendary Giuseppe di Stefano--a golden voice from the past very worth your while to seek out if you haven't yet discovered it. And, of course, pointing to today's contenders for the throne, there's an aria from Andrea Bocelli's recent Verdi compilation. When you listen to these voices, with their different ways of shading and coloring a phrase, you'll realize no two tenors sound alike. --Sarah Chin

        Customer Reviews:

        4 out of 5 stars Pure Tenors.......2007-03-13

        What can I say, who doesn't love romance especially when sung in another romantic language??

        4 out of 5 stars Good mix.......2005-09-15

        Good choice of opera classic and popular songs. Always masterful voices of Carreras, Domingo and Pavarotti.
        Should buy for fans of these tenors.

        5 out of 5 stars A Great Cd.......2003-05-05

        This is an excellent run-down of all the tenors who's names you hear floating around right now. For a newcomer to opera or perhaps a possible convert from the insidious Pop-opera this will be great entertainment. All that is missing is Roberto Alagna to make this a full showing of the "stereotypical" tenors of our times.
        Carreras gets gyped a bit in this Cd. They only really allow him to sing from Broadway and west side story which is a shame. This is not where is vocal glory lies. Don't get me wrong he sounds great, but I want to hear E lucevan le stelle or one of the arias from Carmen he is so famous for. His Maria is the highlight if only to hear him sing a decent high-note after hearing so much of his diminished "three-tenors" cannon fodder.
        Anyone interested in him should buy "Carreras the Golden Years."
        Im glad Bocelli was included on this Cd to show how thin he sounds next to some of the big tenors of the generation. Ladies and Gentelemen Bocelli is not an opera singer. He has no training or stylistic integrity in the field. He is, however, a smashing pop artist and would encourage you to hear his "Sueno" for proof. La Donna E Mobile is one of his best aria's as he shows he has firm high notes but his voice is also noticably thinner than the rest.
        Domingo sounds awesome in this Cd. His voice is splendid in the Lanzaesque reperatoire which he sings here. Go out and buy his Dvd's and opera recordings. Check out "The greatest hits of Placido Domingo" His Core N'Grato rivals Carreras's 1978 recordin of the song. He is in absolutley electrifying form.
        Pav sounds okay. He is recorded here very late in his carrer. Nessun Dorma is fantastic even though his voice is not heavy enough fundamentally for the aria. His Mattinata is not that impressive. Don't get me wrong he is one of my favorite tenors, I just prefer him in the light italian opera repretoire. I would suggest The Pavarotti Gold Collection for further study on the big italian. His L'esir D'amore is as good as it gets.
        Russel Watson is a bit of a paradox. I heard him on this Cd and thought he was the real thing. He sounds like a great verismo tenor on this cd in one of my favorite ( though slightly modified) arias. I say he is a paradox because I just recently watched his concert "Now is the Hour" on Pbs and he doesnt sound like that at all. His passagio is spread and there are visible signs of strain as well as tecnical problems. Where is the Watson who sang this Amor ti Vieta? Who knows? I do know I almost vomited when he talked his way through O Sole Mio in his "Now Is the Hour" saying "are you ready" each time before the famous Da Capo; but that is neither here nor there.
        Di Stefano is also there as a welscome surprize. This is a tenor from the last generation of the likes of Corelli and Gedda. He is reasonably impressive singing Chitarra Romana considering the old-school recording tecniques.

        Overall this is a good run-down of the tenors out there on the Pop/ Opera world stage. Have fun with it!

        5 out of 5 stars Nice CD! Must have for Classic fan........2003-03-27

        Nice CD! Must have for Classic fan.

        3 out of 5 stars There are tenors,and then there are Italian tenors.......2001-05-30

        Every once in a while I do my best to appreciate tenors,et.al.I should accept the fact that I have a proclivity for Italian tenors and not try to change that fact.I have followed Maestro Pavarotti for 25 years and am always enthralled by the voice.Great cuts on this CD.Andrea Bocelli is a never ending amazement to me.In 1994 I saw/heard him on a PBS Pavarotti and Friends telecast and have followed his progress,which has been astounding to me.He has such a tone to his voice,it gets inside of me.It is so full of emotion.Dame Kiri deserves plaudits as well as the others on this CD.However,I would not have included Mr. Watson in this company.Power alone does not make a tenor.Perhaps 10 years from now,after study and dedication he will have that elusive quality which makes tenors truly great.I warned you,I am biased ,I love Italian tenors.Overall,this is an enjoyable CD,it gives an opportunity to hear various tenor voices and decide for yourself what qualities you prefer in the voice itself.If you are just getting to know the tenor voice you will be listening to some of the best.There are many more out there for you to investigate and enjoy.
        You Belong to Me
        Average customer rating: 2 out of 5 stars
        • Booooooring
        		 You Belong to Me
        The Duprees
        Manufacturer: Sundazed Music Inc.
        ProductGroup: Music
        Binding: Audio CD

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        Doo WopDoo Wop | Oldies | Pop | Styles | Music
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        GeneralGeneral | Broadway & Vocalists | Styles | Music
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        ASIN: B000003GYZ
        Release Date: 1996-04-16

        Tracks:

        1. You Belong to Me
        2. Ginny
        3. Why Don't You Believe in Me
        4. September in the Rain
        5. Take Me as I Am
        6. Things I Love
        7. My Own True Love (Tara's Theme) [From Gone with the Wind]
        8. As Time Goes By
        9. Let's Make Love Again
        10. These Foolish Things
        11. My Dearest One
        12. I Wish I Could Believe You
        13. Sunrise to Sunset [*]
        14. So Many Have Told Me [*]
        15. Unbelievable [*]

        Customer Reviews:

        2 out of 5 stars Booooooring.......2007-03-09

        I purchased this CD for one song and regret the purchase. Should have used iTunes for the song.
        You Belong to Me/Have You Heard
        Average customer rating: 3 out of 5 stars
        • Not the best
        		 You Belong to Me/Have You Heard
        The Duprees
        Manufacturer: Collectables
        ProductGroup: Music
        Binding: Audio CD

        GeneralGeneral | R&B | Styles | Music
        GeneralGeneral | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music
        Doo WopDoo Wop | Oldies | Pop | Styles | Music
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        ASIN: B000BPPVLW
        Release Date: 2005-12-27

        Tracks:

        1. You Belong to Me
        2. Ginny
        3. Why Don't You Believe Me
        4. September in the Rain
        5. Take Me as I Am
        6. Things I Love
        7. My Own True Love
        8. As Time Goes By
        9. Let's Make Love Again
        10. These Foolish Things
        11. My Dearest One
        12. I Wish I Could Believe You
        13. (It's No) Sin
        14. I'd Rather Be Here in Your Arms
        15. Exodus
        16. Yours
        17. I Gotta Tell Her Now
        18. It Isn't Fair
        19. Have You Heard
        20. Sand and the Sea
        21. Gone With the Wind
        22. So Little Time
        23. Love Eyes
        24. Where Are You

        Customer Reviews:

        3 out of 5 stars Not the best.......2006-11-05

        The Duprees must have just gotten started when this was recorded, a lot of pitchy notes, I've heard them a lot better.
        You Belong to Me
        Average customer rating: Not rated
          		You Belong to Me
          Jo Stafford
          Manufacturer: Remember
          ProductGroup: Music
          Binding: Audio CD

          GeneralGeneral | Jazz | Styles | Music
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          ASIN: B0000C662T
          Release Date: 2006-04-25

          Tracks:

          1. You Belong To Me
          2. Shrimp Boats
          3. Keep It A Secret
          4. Jambalaya
          5. If
          6. Ay-Round The Corner
          7. Tennessee Waltz
          8. Hambone (With Frankie Laine)
          9. Some Enchanted Evening
          10. Ragtime Cowboy Joe
          11. Whispering Hope
          12. Hey Good Lookin' (With Frankie Laine)
          13. No Other Love
          14. Pretty Eyed Baby (With Frankie Laine)
          15. Somebody
          16. If You've Got The Money, I've Got The Time
          17. In The Cool, Cool, Cool Of The Evening
          18. Scarlet Ribbons
          19. Tonight We're Setting The Woods On Fire (With Frankie Laine)
          20. Once & For Always
          21. Congratulations
          22. Kissin' Bug Boogie
          23. It Is No Secret (What God Can Do)
          24. Gambella
          25. Early Autumn
          26. A Fool Such As I
          You Belong to Me
          Average customer rating: Not rated
            		You Belong to Me
            Jane McDonald
            Manufacturer: Dmg TV
            ProductGroup: Music
            Binding: Audio CD

            GeneralGeneral | Pop | Styles | Music
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            ASIN: B00070G7AA
            Release Date: 2005-01-31

            Tracks:

            1. Give Me Time
            2. Where The Boys Are
            3. Little Things Mean A Lot
            4. Kiss Me, Honey, Honey, Kiss Me
            5. (There's) Always Something There To Remind Me
            6. It Must Be Him
            7. This Is My Song
            8. Blame It On The Bossa Nova
            9. You're Breaking My Heart
            10. You Belong To Me
            11. I See It In Your Eyes (Duet With Nik Page)
            12. When I Look At You
            13. Kiss Me One More Time
            14. Behind Closed Doors

            Album Details

            Classics Originally Recorded by Connie Francis, Shirley Bassey, Petula Clark, Sandie Shaw and Others Are Given the Jan Mcdonald Treatment.

            Music:

            1. 1945: 20 Original Chart Hits
            2. 1947 Live Hollywood Palladium [Live]
            3. 20 Great Love Songs [Import]
            4. Ain't No Sunshine
            5. Around Midnight/Julie at Home
            6. At His Very Best [Import]
            7. Beautiful Sounds [Import]
            8. Ben Webster's Finest Hour
            9. Best American Love Songs In Italian and In English [Explicit Lyrics]
            10. Best of

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