Various Artists - Something's Gotta Give

This is a sweet and lovely CD, light and uplifting, esp. the last song, La Vie En Rosa, which is sung by Jack Nicholson himself. The music is a little old style, but my grandaughter, who is 17 loves it. Also, I am able to sing along with the French songs, even though my French is very limited. Love this CD!

I love this soundtrack. I only have one complaint and that is that they left off Maroon Five's song "Sunday Morning" What's up with that? If it is on the soundtrack then put it on the C.D.

The sound is very clear and the row of music is excellent. It's modern and classic.

If a movie is of Nancy Myer, I know I'm in for a long, two, possibly three hour movie that could skip alot of the filler and get straight to the end. The things that happen in this movie are hilarious. I am a fan of Keaton which is why I like it so much.

This CD has such charming songs. "Something's Got to Give" is one of my favorite movies. I will be listening to the CD and be reminded of a scene for the movie and smile. Jack Nicholson singing "Mi Vie En Rose" is great. The scene with him singing that song was edited out but it is available in the deleted scenes on the DVD. It was too bad that it was cut but it is great to listen too. Buy it you will love it.

Great music from a lovely film. It's mostly a collection of French music with some other mellow songs thrown in. Some of the tracks I had already as they're pretty common, but the overall feeling is evocative of a pleasant summer evening alone the Seine. Good background music for a French dinner party, or for background music around the house. I gave it to my mother, who loved the film, and she plays it all the time.

A surprising track has Jack Nicholson singing La Vie En Rose... and he's pretty good, too.

"La Vie En Rose"
Words and Music by Louiguy, Edith Piaf and Mack David

"Quand il me prend dans ses bras
Il me parle tout bas
Je vois la vie en rose
Il me dit des mots d'amour
Des mots de tous les jours
Et ca m'fait quelque chose

Il est entré dans mon coeur
Une part de bonheur
Dont je connais la cause
C'est lui pour moi
Moi pour lui dans la vie
Il me l'a dit l'a juré
Pour la vie

Et dès que je l'apercois
Alors je sens en moi
Mon coeur qui bat."

I have enjoyed the movie "Something's Gotta Give" as much as I enjoy listening to this original movie soundtrack. The movie is very entertaining and this soundtrack is such a delight to listen to. I gave a copy to my beauty and brains sister, a great and caring Physician who paints as a hobby, has taken French lessons, can speak conversational French and can sing "La Vie En Rose" in French. We both love this soundtrack and I dedicate this review to her.

The 14 tracks are all wonderful and so pleasing and entertaining. Louie Armstrong opens this gorgeous presentation with an English version of our all-time favorite song "La Vie En Rose" followed by Steve Tyrell's outstanding rendition of a Gershwin gem, beautiful and timeless "I've Got A Crush On You." Astrud Gilberto's mysteriously alluring voice can be heard in "So Nice" (Summer Samba).

Let The Flamingos enfold you with a sense of nostalgia as they sing a charming version of "I Only Have Eyes For You." Eartha Kitt will dazzle you as she delivers my sister's favorite songs "Je Cherche Un Homme" and "C'est Si Bon." And ditto with Charles Trénet's "Que Reste-T'il Nos Amour" and Les Escrocs' performance of "Assedic." A great jazz icon, Django Reinhardt, interprets "Brazil" in such an amazing and one-of-a-kind performance that you'll completely enjoy.

My sister and I both love Coralie Clément's rendition of an enchanting song with a Bossa Nova flavor, "Samba De Mon Coeur Qui Bat." Jack Nicholson does a remarkable par excellence performance in the finale, "La Vie En Rose," in English and French as well. (French lyric courtesy of my sister. Merci Beaucoup, soeur!).

"Hold me close and hold me fast
The magic spell you cast
This is la vie en rose
When you kiss me, heaven sighs
I see la vie en rose

When you press me to your heart
I'm in a world apart
A world where roses bloom
And when you speak, angels sing from above
Everyday words seem to turn into love songs

Give your heart and soul to me
And life will always be
La vie en rose."

This is a beautiful CD and a welcome addition to your collection of original movie soundtracks. I recommend it wholeheartedly!

After I saw the movie, I HAD to get the CD, this is one of my most favorite movies about older people and the joys of aging....Just makes me wanna take a trip to Paris, for the record I like ANYTHING Diane Keaton is in.

This is not the sound track. Too many songs are missing, including the theme song. I should have read the reviews before purchasing.

Must see this movie! Brilliant humour, romance, great scenario, good actors, good music. Am not a movie fan in general, but I've seen this one for like 6 times and never get bored of it. All my friends have enjoyed it as well. It's really smth else!

I loved this movie because of the music.
The soundtrack is awesome, it's really cool jazzy romantic,
live in a house by the beach music.
Also, if you like Paris, you will love it more!

Loved the film. Loved the CD.
Set the table for two with candles, wine, and French food. Then, let this CD set the rest of the mood for a romantic evening.
The songs are varied between cheesy (but lovely) French and basal soul. Just enough variety to keep the listener listening throughout the entire CD. Definitely a compilation to relax with . . . or listen while driving to ease road rage.

I have looked for the perfect CD that creates a French mood. There is quite an enjoyable variety of French Samba and American classics. This was wonderful! I recommend it!

I love the movie and the sound track. Like the movie the music is enchanting, whimsical, and takes me to Paris and lightens my spirit each time I listen to it.

Great CD, I loved the movie and really like the soundtrack. I would recommend purchasing it if you liked the movie or even if you haven't seen the movie.

Fantastic, a Hollywood movie celebrating middle-aged romance! It was a pleasure seeing Nicholson make fun of his own image with Peet and romancing a woman close to her age.Nicholson is just great. He tones down his mannerisms and plays the role quietly and intelligently.It's great that this movie is doing so well! A main stream movie dealing with middle-aged romance and showing that it can be as exciting and romantic as with younger people.A must-see.It has enough humor/love/sweetness, to make it a great movie

Too bad for the producers of this movie... The main theme have no credits, and is the movie itself... You owe us an apology, or at least, tell us where I can find it out.

I bought this CD because I love PARIS or anything FRENCH. The music in this movie is so french and just relaxing for that matter! I played it for weeks in my car when I wanted a pick me up. It's so different from the everyday music on your local radio station. You also instantly remember the exact parts of the movie each song was in...WHAT A GREAT MOVIE!

As much as I loved the movie, I was very disappointed in the CD. I thought this was suppose to be a soundtrack. It is not!
The French songs in the movie were lovely, this version is not what I expected.

This is by far my favorite movie and the soundtrack is a 10+++++!! BUT..you have to watch the movie first to appreciate this cd. Enjoy!

This CD is perfect for background music during parties. Whenever I entertain, I play this CD and it never fails...someone always asks what it is. It's the perfect mood setter and puts everyone in a relaxed state of contentment. Good on rainy Sunday afternoons too.

I may not understand the words to some of the songs, but they were powerful and compelling. With Louis Armstrong kicking it off you can't miss. A jazz lover's buy.

One word "Romantic." This is the sort of soundtrack that lovers should pick out for a romantic evening in the park or a nice picnic by the beach. This soundtrack has great romance charm, for it is playing in your head when you see love at first sight. This is also a great soundtrack to day dream about France. This soundtrack is highly recommended if you're into romance soundtracks!

1. La Vie En Rose - Louis Armstrong 4/5
2. I've Got A Crush On You - Steve Tyrell 4/5
3. I Only Have Eyes For You - The Flamingos 4/5
4. Summer Samba (So Nice) - Astrud Gilberto 5/5
5. Remember Me - Heitor Pereira 5/5
6. Samba De Mon Coeur Que Bat - Coralie Clement 5/5
7. Que Reste - T'il De Nos Amour - Charles Trenet 4/5
8. Assedic - Les Escrocs 4/5
9. Je Cherche Un Homme - Eartha Kitt 4/5
10. C'est Si Bon - Eartha Kitt 4/5
11. Brazil - Django Reinhardt 3/5
12. Sweet Lorraine - Stephane Grappelli 4/5
13. Love Makes The World Go Round - Deon Jackson 4/5
14. La Vie En Rose - Jack Nicholson 4/5

If you liked this, you may like:
1. Mona Lisa Smile original soundtrack
2. Le Divorce original soundtrack
OR
3. Under The Tuscan Sun original soundtrack

Hope you enjoy!

Jordan
Overall grade* B+

This CD is sooo romantic. It contains a number of cuts in French, such as, C'est Si Bon song by the purrrring Eartha Kitt and Je Cherche un Homme, also by Eartha Kitt. La Vie en Rose by Louis Armstrong and others. I enjoyed the romantic melody by Astrud Gilberto and" I only have Eyes for You; an old tune by the Flamingos. I would have given this CD 5 stars but it was marred by Jack Nicholson singing his version of La Vie en Rose. Now why did that have to be on this CD? There was a lovely song entitled "Julian Comes" (I think that was the name of it) that I would have rather have had on this CD instead of Jack's poor voice. So, 4 stars it is. Nevertheless, it is still very enjoyable. I have played this CD over and over again.

Fantastic, a Hollywood movie celebrating middle-aged romance! It was a pleasure seeing Nicholson make fun of his own image with Peet and romancing a woman close to her age.Nicholson is just great. He tones down his mannerisms and plays the role quietly and intelligently.It's great that this movie is doing so well! A main stream movie dealing with middle-aged romance and showing that it can be as exciting and romantic as with younger people.A must-see.It has enough humor/love/sweetness, to make it a great movie

This movie has the best acting, I have seen in years. Actors are amazing. This movie is not suitable for children, adults only (18+).

I bought this film and loved the soundtrack, especally Louis Armstrong and Jack Nicholson singing La Vie en Rose. When the movie became a cable feature, I found myself sitting through the credits just to hear Jack sing. Such a treat! The cherry on top of the sundae... This is a perfect rainy day recording: Louis, Astrud Gilberto, Eartha Kitt, Django Reinhardt, Stephane Grapelli, and Jack. Wonder if Mr. NIcholson would consider covering any other standards?

I really do like this sound track I like every song. I watch the movie every time its on tv..Get the sound track!

This was one of my favorite movies.I own the DVD,and watch it every time its on the movie channels.The acting is superb.Keaton and Nicholson are the perfect pair.I also love Keanu Reeves in this movie.The only thing that Im disappointed with,is the fact that I cant find the main musical theme anywhere.Im a piano player,and have a true love of scores from the movies.I would love to have the main theme that they play throughout the movie.Its not even on the CD.If anyone has any information...

No contest, this is definately a soundtrack worthy of 5 stars. The style of music is completely not from my era (I usually listen to reggeaton), yet it has a timelessness, much like the movie itself. Right from the first sexy blast of the saxophone in Louis Armstrong's, "La Vie en Rose," through the closing song, another version of, "La Vie en Rose," the soundtrack from, "Somethings Gotta Give," transports its audience to another era. Don't be disappointed or mislead by the fact that "La Vie en Rose" appears twice on this soundtrack. Jack Nicholson's recording of the song is very different than the opening recording by Louis Armstrong. If you are a fan of Jack Nicholson's movies, you must hear this song. That man is such a versatile talent. No, it is not the best voice you have ever heard, but there is an undeniably sexiness to it. I especially love hearing that man sing in French. Wow.
One does not need to be familiar with the movie to become caught up in Astrud Gilberto's light-hearted rendition of, "So Nice." Steve Tyrell's "I've Got a Crush on You," is beautifully romantic. The Flamingos, "I Only Have Eyes For You," speaks for itself, and I am sure that I have heard it in other movies. Familiar with the movie? You will appreciate the way that the French songs mirror the sentiments of Erika's heart. No translator is needed to enjoy the French songs. Eartha Kitt's raspy voice almost purrs "Je Cherche un Homme," and "C'est Si Bon." I cannot think of a better vocal/song match. The other artists, including Heiter Periera, Coralie Clement, Django Reinhardt and Deon Jackson, each have there own unique style, yet they all blend beautifully. You will not be disappointed.

You will not find a better compiled soundtrack..even with the missing songs. You can download the 2 or 3 missing songs off iTunes. Four out of five stars is completely underrated. If you loved the movie, you'll love the soundtrack. Even if you didn't love the movie, you'll still love the soundtrack!

I just LOVE this Movie,the acting is SUPERB,and has a Fantastic Happy ending.I could watch this DVD amost every night,and I love the line,"You were engaged to some one famous,like Carly Simon,Yeah, some one cool like that."

If you loved the movie, then you probably love the soundtrack too. Great music. It inspired me to buy more "French" cds.