You Call That a Mountain

Track Listings

1. You Call That a Mountain

2. What's Forever For

3. Somebody's Gonna Lose

4. Most of All

5. I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry

6. (Hey Won't You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song

7. I Lost Me

8. Don't Worry Baby

9. Old Fashioned Love

10. Home Where I Belong

11. Raindrops Keep Fallin' on My Head

Tracks:

You Call That a Mountain
What's Forever For
Somebody's Gonna Lose
Most of All
I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry
(Hey Won't You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song
I Lost Me
Don't Worry Baby
Old Fashioned Love
Home Where I Belong
Raindrops Keep Fallin' on My Head

Customer Reviews:

BJ still has the stuff!.......2005-10-17

BJ Thomas still has a great voice and the ability to make whatever song he sings his own. There isn't a song on this CD that he didn't do an excellent job singing. You should know, however, that these are not all original recordings. It's the kind of CD you can put on, light up the fireplace, and relax with. And, no, it's not just for blue-haired old ladies. I'm in my early 50's, and I thoroughly enjoyed it!

A mound, not a mountain.......2003-11-07

Athletes and musicians have a common trait: they often stay on the playing field long after they should have retired-or at least, moved to a management position. It's a tough transition being long in the tooth and trying to recapture the charm and vitality of years gone by, but it's a theme that's been told for-a few thousand years? With that in mind, I am sitting at my PC, trying to shake off the thought that a nice guy like B. J. Thomas has returned to the studio-and has found himself trying for a Gloria Swanson-like "Sunset Boulevard" release. It's not that he's lost his voice-that's just as honey-smooth as ever-it's just that he's gone retrograde on some songs and it looks like knee-high black socks worn with Bermuda shorts.

Don't misunderstand me-B. J. is a good fellow, and there is a clear market for him-he would go over great with a better selection, especially something more in line with the crowd from Nashville or on a cruise liner heading for the Caribbean. He starts off with the title song and it's a good tune-it would certainly do well at any respectable Saturday night dance or even at a social prom-but the rest of the set just has to be left from where they came-in better days. "What's Forever For" may not even get to next week, let alone eternity-unless B. J. wants to cheer up some elderly women in a senior's home. However, he does come back quickly on track three, "Somebody's Gonna Lose," and thank heavens he still has the strength and honest sincerity that has been his trademark. As I said, with the right material, a good tune and a nice backup vocalist behind him, he's an old friend who makes you feel like lighting the logs in the fireplace. "Most of All" generically gets the job done, and "I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry" is an acoustic-and-piano slow dance that would work at a romantic restaurant setting, especially when he reaches at the refrain for still-pure high notes. However, he unearths "Another Done Somebody Wrong Song," and I am seeing ladies with blue hair gently waving their heads. If this was his intention, then all right for them and him, too.

"I Lost Me" trembles like a bird with a broken wing, and gee, didn't this genre get taken to new levels of pastiche with Barry Manilow? Lord, no--it's time to trouble Brian Wilson, a guy who has paid his dues with enough dysfunctional family problems to earn someone a Ph.D for analysis, as B. J. tries to milk "Don't Worry Baby." Sorry, B. J., that's the cat you're trying to milk-not the cow. He's not getting the hint, because he's put the bucket down for "I'm Going Home." As little Spanky McFarland said to the rest of the Rascals, "It's spoiled!" Even a play on a title doesn't get a break: "Raindrops Keep Falling My Head" just makes me think that Paul Newman is now in his 70s, Robert Redford has lines in his face, and Katherine Ross is probably a grandmother. B. J., your social security check is ready for direct deposit.

Do I call this a mountain? No-this is more like a sand bunker, and someone ought to let him call for a mulligan. At least he's got a chance to play on the senior circuit, and if Jack, Arnie, and Lee can use a fourth man, then maybe he'll find a place at the 19th hole-they can swap stories and sing about the good ol' days at the same time.

Love it.......2002-02-07

I love BJ but really didn't know if I would like this album, but decided to order to see what his newest work was like. It is great. He just knows what songs fit his singing style. He still sounds as good as he did in the 70's. I would recommend this album to anyone, BJ fan or not.

What ever happened to old fasioned love!.......2001-10-11

It's been a long time since we've heard anything from B.J. Thomas, but it's been worth the wait. "You Call That A Mountain" is a collection of new songs and re-recorded classics. Boy, does this CD shine!

The title song and lead single is the best cut on the disc. "I Lost Me" is another song that is worthy of attention. Thomas makes the classics sound like originals and sparkles with his covers of Michael Martin Murphy's "What's Forever For" and The Beach Boys' "Don't Worry Baby."

I bought this CD initially for the recording of "I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry," and was delighted to receive a collection of thoroughly enjoyable songs.

"You call that a mountain
It's just a little pile of rocks and dirt
If you want to see a mountain
You ought to try getting over her"

Awesome, Awesome, Awesome!!.......2001-03-29

"You Call That A Mountain" - Now that's a hurtin' song!! It's wonderful. I just can't hear this CD enough. It's an excellent combination of classic and new. B.J.'s still got it!

Beautiful Star: A Celebration of Christmas

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Excellent Mens Corale (about 100 men) sing inspiring Christmas Music !!!

Beautiful Star: A Celebration of Christmas

Manufacturer: Resmiranda
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00069SPRK
Release Date: 1998-01-01

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O Holy Night
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Joy to the World
O Come, O Come, Emmanuel: A Digital Reflection

Product Description

2000 GRAMMY NOMINEE for BEST CLASSICAL CROSSOVER - The CenturyMen named by NBC as "The Finest Male Chorus in America"

Customer Reviews:

Excellent Mens Corale (about 100 men) sing inspiring Christmas Music !!!.......2005-11-22

This is probably the best men's chorus (approximately 100 singers from across America) I have ever heard recorded. The album jacket indicates each of the participants are professionals.

The songs are extremely well orchestrated and a wide variety of Christian Christmas music is provided. The track "Beautiful Star of Bethlehem is breathtaking. I heard this track about 3 years ago and kept searching for the CD until I recently found it on Amazon. I have played it almost continually since I received the album.

"Limited Edition CD & DVD" Gutter Phenomenon [Explicit Content] + 30 minutes with Every Time I Die cut from the upcoming "Shit Happens" full length DVD release shot in 2005 / 2006

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"Limited Edition CD & DVD" Gutter Phenomenon [Explicit Content] + 30 minutes with Every Time I Die cut from the upcoming "Shit Happens" full length DVD release shot in 2005 / 2006
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ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD
ASIN: B000JN7T3Y

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1. You Call That a Mountain
2. What's Forever For
3. Somebody's Gonna Lose
4. Most of All
5. I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry
6. (Hey Won't You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song
7. I Lost Me
8. Don't Worry Baby
9. Old Fashioned Love
10. Home Where I Belong
11. Raindrops Keep Fallin' on My Head