Description
Sepia Records presents a vibrant tribute to Neil Sedaka, celebrating his early chart-topping hits in newly re-mastered stereo alongside rare international recordings that highlight his extraordinary global appeal. A pop singer, songwriter, and classically trained pianist, Sedaka emerged in the late 1950s and early 1960s as one of the defining voices of the Brill Building era, crafting intricate melodies and unforgettable hooks that transcended borders.
This 30-track collection showcases Sedaka’s remarkable versatility and worldwide popularity. In addition to his English-language classics, the disc includes performances recorded specifically for foreign markets in German, Italian, Spanish, and Hebrew — demonstrating not only his international chart dominance but also his willingness to connect directly with audiences across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Latin America. During his peak years, Sedaka topped charts in countries as diverse as Israel, Germany, Italy, Brazil, Japan, Malaysia, Hong Kong, and Thailand.
The set features beloved early hits such as "Breaking Up Is Hard to Do," "The Diary," "Fallin’," "I Go Ape," "Oh! Carol," "One Way Ticket (To the Blues)," "Stupid Cupid," "You Mean Everything to Me," "Run Samson Run," "Stairway to Heaven," "Little Devil," "Calendar Girl," "Happy Birthday, Sweet Sixteen," "King of Clowns," and "Next Door to An Angel." Many of these appear twice — first in their familiar English versions, then in translated renditions that offer a fascinating glimpse into Sedaka’s international repertoire.
By pairing his original recordings with multilingual adaptations, this collection not only celebrates Sedaka’s songwriting brilliance and polished vocal style but also documents the global reach of early ’60s pop. It stands as a testament to his enduring artistry and the universal appeal of finely crafted melody.
Tracks:
Breaking Up Is Hard to Do
The Diary
Fallin'
I Go Ape
Oh! Carol
One Way Ticket (To the Blues)
Stupid Cupid
You Mean Everything to Me
Run Samson Run
Stairway to Heaven
Little Devil
Calendar Girl
Happy Birthday, Sweet Sixteen
King of Clowns
Next Door to An Angel
A Felicidade
No Me Mientas M s [Don't Lead Me On] [In Spanish]
Es Dif¡cil Decil Adi¢s [Breaking Up Is Hard to Do] [In Spanish]
Pasaje de Ida [One Way Ticket] [In Spanish]
Chica de Calendario [Calendar Girl] [In Spanish]
Recuerdos de Ipacara¡
Feliz Cumplea¤os, Dulces Diecis,is [Happy Birthday, Sweet Sixteen] [In Spanish]
Finche' Viro [As Long as I Live] [In Italian]
I Tuoi Capricci [I Look Inside Your Heart] [In Italian]
Terza Luna [Waiting for Never] [In Italian], La
Re Dei Pagliacci [King of Clowns] [In Italian], Il
Crazy Daisy (Little Devil) [In German]
Heute Sind Es Tr„ume [I Must Be Dreaming] [In German]
Oh! Carol [In Hebrew]
You Mean Everything to Me [In Hebrew]
Additional Details
Label: Sepia Records
Genre: Adult Contemporary/MOR
Release Date: 06/10/14
UPC: 5055122112617