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Songs From The Last Century

1 CD, Import

George Michael Format: Audio CD
4.7 out of 5 stars 371 ratings
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Track Listings

1 Brother can you spare a dime
2 Roxanne
3 You've changed
4 My baby just cares for me
5 First time I ever saw your face
6 Miss Sarajevo
7 I remember you
8 Secret love
9 Wild is the wind
10 Where or when

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CD: George Michael,Songs from the Last Century

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On Songs From The Last Century, George Michael seems determined to demonstrate just how much he's matured since the carefree days of Wham!; by offering his own interpretations of some of the century's classic songs, he manages to shake off any lingering remnants of his boyband past. Michael has one of the most versatile and beautiful voices ever recorded--a voice more suited for jazz or soul than pop--a fact that his own records have often only glossed over. Much better, therefore, to have him cover songs made famous by the likes of Nat King Cole and Bing Crosby. "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face", "Brother Can You Spare A Dime", "Where Or When" and other standards are all performed to stunning effect, lushly backed by an orchestra that's as restrained and powerful as Michael's voice. He also manages to toss some surprisingly inspired choices into the mix: on "Roxanne", he wisely realises that no one can sing like Sting and opts for a more delicate approach, while his version of "Miss Sarajevo" (from the U2/ Brian Eno collaboration Passengers) elevates this obscure track to the classic status of the other standards. --Robert Burrow

Product details

  • Is discontinued by manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 14.2 x 1 x 12.5 cm; 100 g
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Virgin/Aegean
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ CDVX2920
  • Original Release Date ‏ : ‎ 1999
  • Label ‏ : ‎ Virgin/Aegean
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00003CK6Z
  • Number of discs ‏ : ‎ 1
  • Customer reviews:
    4.7 out of 5 stars 371 ratings

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Customers praise this CD's sublime voice and great jazzy tunes, with one customer noting it's ideal for evening listening. The album receives positive feedback for its quality, and customers find it gorgeous.

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31 customers mention ‘Album quality’31 positive0 negative

Customers find the CD to be of excellent quality, with one customer noting it's George's best work.

"I loved this album. There are not many cds I put on regularly, but this one I really enjoy. It’s moody with a good balance of songs...." Read more

"Brilliant thanks" Read more

"...on each song, rather than imitate the original, It is an absolute delight." Read more

"...We know any track is going to be sung and produced to perfection, so you can press the 'play' button, sit back and know you're going to be..." Read more

16 customers mention ‘Voice’16 positive0 negative

Customers praise George's sublime voice, with one noting how it stretches his vocal range.

"...George Michael has such a wonderful range and these songs show off his voice so well." Read more

"A mature album from George Michael, nicely laid back and sung well...." Read more

"...Really enjoy listening to it and singing along! The 'I remember you' track by Frank Ifield played on the harp, no less, is gorgeous...." Read more

"Interesting choice of material by George Michael. The arrangements suited his voice to a tee. A tragic loss to music." Read more

13 customers mention ‘Music quality’13 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the music quality of this album, particularly its great jazzy tunes, with one customer noting it swings in a pop mold and another mentioning it's ideal for evening listening.

"...It’s moody with a good balance of songs. George Michael has such a wonderful range and these songs show off his voice so well." Read more

"Beautiful songs" Read more

"...He has put his own delightful interpretation on each song, rather than imitate the original, It is an absolute delight." Read more

"...George Michael nailed this one all the tracks well executed with great songs such as 'Wild is the Wind', 'First Time Ever I Saw Your Face' and '..." Read more

5 customers mention ‘Beauty’5 positive0 negative

Customers find the music gorgeous.

"...I remember you' track by Frank Ifield played on the harp, no less, is gorgeous...." Read more

"...and was not disappointed especially his version of 'First Time' absolutely beautiful, prefer it to the original.." Read more

"All my favourites....miss you George....such a gorgeous man and voice....." Read more

"George singing the old faithfuls. Nice style and good voice. Good for well you want to chill out with music." Read more

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  • Elaine
    5.0 out of 5 stars George Michael at his best
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 2 August 2023
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    I loved this album. There are not many cds I put on regularly, but this one I really enjoy. It’s moody with a good balance of songs. George Michael has such a wonderful range and these songs show off his voice so well.
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  • Brilliant great product thanks Steve.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Arrived safely thanks
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 11 November 2023
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    Brilliant thanks
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  • Ms G Chadwick
    5.0 out of 5 stars George Michael’s voice is sublime
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 9 July 2023
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    Beautiful songs
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  • Emily
    5.0 out of 5 stars Not to be missed
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 10 November 2018
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    I have only recently discovered this, having heard it on Prime music, and find it to be a showcase for the versatility of the late great George Michael. He has put his own delightful interpretation on each song, rather than imitate the original, It is an absolute delight.
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  • Karalou
    5.0 out of 5 stars Perfection, as expected
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 27 August 2017
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    I try to be unbiased with each 'new' review but George Michael could sing The Runaway Train or talk the phone book and I'd love it. We know any track is going to be sung and produced to perfection, so you can press the 'play' button, sit back and know you're going to be entertained.
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  • Ali Mac
    4.0 out of 5 stars Songs From The Last Century
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 4 May 2014
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    A mature album from George Michael, nicely laid back and sung well. Normally a song is written for a particular person, which is made to suit their voice. When somebody else takes on that song sometimes it can go wrong. George Michael nailed this one all the tracks well executed with great songs such as 'Wild is the Wind', 'First Time Ever I Saw Your Face' and 'Brother Can You Spare A Dime'. One song I did not like originally 'I Remember You' (an old Frank Ifield song) I did not like it first time around but again a very good version on this album. Bought this second hand for pennies and an absolute bargain!
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  • wise owl
    5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely tracks to take one down memory lane!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 8 May 2018
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    A Lovely mellow cd with beautifully orchestrated tracks from yesteryear. Really enjoy listening to it and singing along! The 'I remember you' track by Frank Ifield played on the harp, no less, is gorgeous. Recommend it to all that like these sort of tracks and George Micheal in particular.
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  • Susiesioux
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great artist sadly missed
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 9 September 2018
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    Great artist sadly missed, have collected all his works since his death, every song is a lasting reminder to a hugely talented man. I only hope he knew how much pleasure he gave & continues to give through his music legacy. Thank you for the Music George xx
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  • Marco M
    5.0 out of 5 stars L’ultimo grande capolavoro.
    Reviewed in Italy on 25 September 2017
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    Cover di standard pop e jazz , impreziosito da una voce straordinaria. Ottimi arrangiamenti. Ideale X chi ama atmosfere rarefatte e raffinate. Disco che ho ricomprato perché smarrito e che ricomprerei in vinile se fosse pubblicato. Lo consiglio.
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  • Mariposa
    5.0 out of 5 stars Aunque tenga años el Cd, las canciones se mantienen actuales.
    Reviewed in Spain on 22 December 2020
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    Si eres fan de George Michael te gustará, son canciones que no pasan de moda.
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  • charger Battery
    5.0 out of 5 stars Thank you
    Reviewed in the United States on 31 January 2025
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  • Micha
    5.0 out of 5 stars Perfektion kann ergreifen
    Reviewed in Germany on 17 February 2018
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    Mr. Michael endlich da, wo er längst hätte sein sollen: Streicherverwöhnter Croonerstyle, Swing und Balladen zum Abdriften. Perfekte Arrangements tragen eine Jahrhundertstimme im vergänglichen Popbusiness ... Traurig, daß er nicht mehr da ist !
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  • Jacek Wieczorek
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Reviewed in Canada on 5 June 2016
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    Nice touch from George Michel, well done cd. Thank you
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