Such lovely, winsome, romantic and even some sad songs. I know the movie well and as I listen to this album I can often see the scene it pertains to in my mind's eye.

For me, this soundtrack brings back the feeling of the movie ... which is equal parts sad, hopeful and sweet.

The song 'Stardust' by Nat King Cole stops me in my tracks and causes me to become very quiet and thoughtful.

'Back in the Saddle Again' by Gene Autry brings a smile to my face as I envision Tom Hanks making that call to Victoria (the hyena)! Cute scene.

'Makin' Whoopee' is also a cute song that makes me smile because I remember the scene in the movie. Funny.

One of my favorite songs is 'A Wink and a Smile'. Incredibly performed by Harry Connick Jr.

In summary, really terrific, light-hearted soundtrack. Even if you are unfamiliar with the movie, this album is worth owning.


You'll NEVER Skip A Song!   June 10, 2001
 9 out of 10 found this review helpful

What is not to love about this soundtrack? Jimmy Durante's unique voice is so incredible - and luckily, you can hear it twice (As Time Goes By & Make Someone Happy) - an added bonus for any Durante fans! Other greats include Louis Armstrong (A Kiss To Build a Dream On), Nat King Cole (Stradust), Joe Cocker (Bye, Bye Blackbird), the incredible Tammy Wynette (Stand By Your Man) and Celine Dion with Clive Griffin (When I Fall In Love). But in my "expert opinion", the best song on the entire CD is Wink and a Smile by Harry Connick Jr.! Connick's voice and incredible piano playing give the song an upbeat feeling! I LOVE IT! I recommend this soundtrack to anyone - I am only 17 years old and love every single song - even though some of them were before my time! Enjoy this awesome CD!


Music to Build a Dream on   January 9, 2002
 7 out of 9 found this review helpful

Sleepless in Seattle is one of my absolute favorite romantic movies. This soundtrack expresses the longings two people are feeling when they first fall in love.

The words in the songs are as important in the movie as the acting. The music unites the lovers even though they are living far apart. The two lovers have a shared love of sweet songs and are meant for each other..

"As Time Goes By" tells of how the world will always welcome lovers. "StarDust" tells the story of how stars remind the lovers that they are apart. Perhaps even looking up and seeing the same star. "In the Wee Small Hours of the Morning" is performed wonderfully by Carly Simon. Her voice reminds me of satin sheets.

"Bye Bye Blackbird" is bittersweet as Joe Coker sings of how no one understands him. The songs almost go through each characters mind as they sit 3000 miles apart in the moonlight

"A Wink and A Smile" is a delicious, happy song about life just being a dream and falling in love at first sight. "An Affair to Remember" is filled with absolute longing. "Make Someone Happy" breaks the sad spell and tells of how if you make someone happy, you will be happy too.

"When I Fall in Love." Sigh, what can I say? This is my favorite song of all time. Performed by Celine Dion and Clive Griffin. What could be more dreamy?

Love makes the unpredictable mystery of life worth living. It is an oasis in a restless word where relationships often end before they have ever had time to begin.

Music for the Heart.

~The Rebecca Review


Possibly the best movie soundtrack of all time.   December 6, 2005
 5 out of 5 found this review helpful

I absolutely love this soundtrack. My parents and I watched "Sleepless in Seattle" as the in-flight movie on the way to America and the movie always congures up such warm memories for me. We bought the soundtrack after coming back home and it has become almost like a lullaby to me. We have played the CD so often it actually wore out. Such timeless, soothing music. I think it is one of the best movie soundtracks of all movie. All other versions of any of the songs on the soundtrack just don't compare. I definately recommend this soundtrack to all.