You've Got Mail: Music From The Motion Picture [Soundtrack]

George Fenton | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (December 1, 1998)
• Original Release Date: December 1, 1998
• Number of Discs: 1
• Format: Soundtrack
• Label: Atlantic
• ASIN: B00000F1UP
• Also Available in: Audio Cassette  |  MP3 Music
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (98 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,924 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Editorial Reviews

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The latest Tom Hanks-Meg Ryan movie directed by Nora Ephron (Sleepless in Seattle) about two coworkers who hate each other at work and unknowingly fall in love on the Internet features an extremely eclectic soundtrack that's less technologically advanced than its movie's premise. There's no gratuitous raving or computer-buzzing techno, just pensive singer/songwriters and oldies that tug at the heartstrings. Louie Armstrong weighs in with "Dummy Song." Jimmy Durante pops up for "You Made Me Love You." Randy Newman's song for Frank Sinatra, "Lonely at the Top" (which Sinatra turned down), fits alongside Sinead O'Connor's spirited pass at Harry Nilsson's "I Guess the Lord Must Be in New York City." The late Nilsson himself is represented by "The Puppy Song" and "Remember." Stevie Wonder's soul shouter "Signed, Sealed, Delivered (I'm Yours)" pumps things up, while Roy Orbison's "Dream" has his trademark sense of mystery and despair. --Rob O'Connor

Product Description

CD W/Harry Nilsson/Cranberries/Bobby Darin/Roy Orbison/Sin

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews

43 of 43 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Mix of Favorites January 1, 2000

By "dearwinter"

Format:Audio CD

I rarely find a CD that I can listen to again and again without getting tired.. but here's one! It has got so many songs that talk about dreams, loneliness.. the sort that makes you just want to grab a hot cup of tea and relax with. Some of my favorites are "Dreams" by The Cranberries, O'Connor's "I Guess The Lord Must Be In New York City", and "Anyone At All" performed by Carole King. I've always loved Nilsson's "Remember"; the all time classic favorite "Over The Rainbow". A very great collection. Darin's "Splish Splash" has an upbeat to it that fits right in.

20 of 20 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Movie In My Mind January 5, 2000

By James

Format:Audio CD

If you are looking for a CD to simply put on and relax to, this is it. It is filled with a colourful array of songs to tickle all parts of your heart.

For those who have seen this movie as many times as I have, you will treasure having this as part of your CD collection. Everytime I hear "Dreams" by the Cranberries, I instantly hear Kathleen Kelly's monologue over the top about what she feels when she receives her email from NY152.

A must hve.

22 of 23 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars One of the BEST Soundtracks Out There.... April 29, 2004

By K. A. Stevenson VINE™ VOICE

Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase

I know that there are a lot of people, who rush right out there, and buy virtually every movie soundtrack, but I'm not one of them. And yes, "You've Got Mail" IS one of my favorite movies of all time. But recently, while watching it for the upteenth time, I realized that ONE of the reasons that I enjoyed it so much was BECAUSE of the music.

This soundtrack is THE BEST! It has such an ecclectric range of music. There are a lot of 50's tune and even one with Louis Armstrong! My FAVORITE is, "The Puppy Song." However, it also features songs by Harry Nilsson, The Cranberries, Jimmy Durante, Carole King, Roy Orbison, Stevie Wonder and more.

It has been YEARS since I first saw the movie and I have just gotten around to getting the soundtrack. After listening to it, I keep asking - "What took me so long???!"

Also - this CD features the soundtrack that has all the cute words to the songs featured in the movie. It is NOT the soundtrack that simply has the "background music."

16 of 17 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars I LOVE IT! June 26, 2001

By V. VanCamp

Format:Audio CD

Great collection of songs by terrific artists. "Dummy Song" (Louis Armstrong) is very funny; "The Puppy Song" (Harry Nilsson) is cute; "Rockin' Robin" (Bobby Day) and "Splish Splash" (Bobby Darin) are fun; "Dream" (Roy Orbison) and "I Guess the Lord Must Be in NYC" (Sinead O'Connor) are sweet and "Lonely at the Top" is sad. This soundtrack offers you a huge range of emotions... just like the movie does. I love to listen to this album. It recalls for me all the happy and friendly feelings I have when I watch the movie. In one word: DELIGHTFUL!

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Marvellous March 10, 2000

By J. E. Boss

Format:Audio CD

If you are a true romantic then this is the cd for you. I've seen the film now 15 times,(have it on dvd and video) and mainly because I love the music in it. The Puppy Song that opens the film is inspiring and gives you a 'good' feel about the movie to follow. A well deserved 5 stars

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars A mix as charming as the movie February 9, 2002

By S. Thompson VINE™ VOICE

Format:Audio CD

Call me cheesy (many people have) but this is a really cool CD. Here's a rundown of the highlights: "The Puppy Song", a song not so much about puppies as it is about feeling lonely (with a mighty catchy refrain), two essential tracks for any music fan, Louis Armstrong's "Dummy Song" and Stevie Wonder's "Signed Sealed Delivered I'm Yours" are here, and 2 songs that (for me) were as yet undiscovered -- Sinead O'Connor's "I Guess The Lord Must Be In New York City" which is quite sweet and "I'm gonna sit right down and write myself a letter" by Billy Williams (this is another song, which at it's heart, is about loneliness). The mood of the music pretty much reflects the movie, so if you found the movie charming, chances are you will enjoy the CD as well.

This is a great mix of songs for weekend afternoons -- it's a cheerful mix that just kinda makes you smile. Recommended.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars You've Gort Mail Soundtrack February 22, 2006

By Robert Reddinger

Format:Audio CD

Excellent. Close your eyes and you feel like the movie is playing!! Especially liked the Nilsson tunes.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Thoroughly enjoyable soundtrack February 13, 2006

By frisky2000 VINE™ VOICE

Format:Audio CD

Having adored the film the moment I saw it, I couldn't wait to get the soundtrack. Not only did it not disappoint, but it included all the songs that make the movie so memorable. From the sweet Cranberries hit, Dreams, that fit perfectly to the vibe of NYC's Upper West Side, to the gentle sadness of Ray Orbison's Dream, each song fits the story like a glove. With a total of 15 tracks, this soundtrack is a complete joy to listen to over and over again. My toddlers even get a kick out of the oldies, Splish Splash an Rockin' Robin. It's a soundtrack to entertain all ages.