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The cover features a man wearing a black leather jacket and white dress shirt, undoing a black tie. The artist's name and album title appear on the left side, colored in black and white respectively.
Standard edition cover. The deluxe edition features a red background, while the Australian Tour edition has a blue background.
Studio album by
Michael Bublé
ReleasedApril 15, 2013
RecordedJune 2012 – January 2013
Genre
Length46:16
Label
ProducerBob Rock
Michael Bublé chronology
Christmas
(2011) 		To Be Loved
(2013) 		Nobody but Me
(2016)
Singles from To Be Loved
  1. "It's a Beautiful Day"
    Released: February 25, 2013
  2. "Close Your Eyes"
    Released: July 1, 2013
  3. "After All"
    Released: September 23, 2013
  4. "You Make Me Feel So Young"
    Released: December 2, 2013
  5. "To Love Somebody"
    Released: March 24, 2014

To Be Loved is the eighth studio album by Canadian singer Michael Bublé. The album was released on April 15, 2013, by 143 Records and Reprise Records. The album was preceded by the release of the lead single, "It's a Beautiful Day", released on February 25, 2013. Featuring four original songs and ten cover versions,[1] it became Bublé's fourth consecutive album to reach number one on the U.S. Billboard 200.

Background

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To Be Loved was commissioned by Michael's record label after the success of his fifth studio album, and seasonal record, Christmas. The album was entirely produced by Bob Rock, and was recorded in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada and Los Angeles. The album includes ten standards and four original songs all co-written by Bublé, three with longtime collaborators Bob Rock, Alan Chang and Amy Foster-Gillies. "After All", one of the four original tracks, was written by Bryan Adams, Alan Chang, Steven Sater and Jim Vallance, and co-performed with Bryan Adams. The album also features appearances from actress Reese Witherspoon on "Somethin' Stupid", Naturally 7 and The Puppini Sisters, and includes covers of songs such as the Bee Gees' "To Love Somebody", Dean Martin's "Nevertheless (I'm in Love with You)", the Miracles' "Who's Lovin' You", Jackie Wilson's "To Be Loved", and Scotty Wiseman's "Have I Told You Lately That I Love You?"

In an interview posted on his official website, Bublé stated: "My new record is about love, happiness, fun and yummy things. Getting to work with my friend and longtime collaborator Bob Rock, who was also responsible for "Call Me Irresponsible", "Crazy Love" and "Christmas", and produced the entire album, was very exciting. We're a good team. I love the songs we selected this time out. It was also terrific working once again with my songwriting partners". Bublé was scheduled to perform ten dates at London's O2 Arena from June 30, 2013, in promotion of the album.[1]

Singles

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"It's a Beautiful Day"
A sample of "It's a Beautiful Day" by Michael Bublé, serviced as the lead single from To Be Loved.
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  • "It's a Beautiful Day" was released as the album's lead single on February 25, 2013. Short audio clips of the track were posted to Bublé's official YouTube account, before the full track was released via iTunes. A music video for the track premiered February 28, 2013.
  • "Close Your Eyes" was released as the album's second single on July 1, 2013. The music video premiered on July 8, as a tribute to Bublé's wife. The video features Bublé performing the track in the studio.
  • "After All" was released as the album's third single on September 23, 2013. The single was announced on August 17, 2013, with the music video due to premier the first week in September.
  • "You Make Me Feel So Young" was released as the album's fourth single on December 2, 2013. The single was only released as a promotional single for UK radio, with a music video filmed live at London's Air Studios was released on November 7, 2013. A second music video, with Bublé walking in an animated world was released on December 3, 2013.
  • "To Love Somebody" was released as the album's fifth single in March 2014. The single was only released as a promotional single for UK and European radio stations. A music video was released on February 5, 2014.
  • "You've Got a Friend in Me" became a U.S. Adult Contemporary chart hit, spending 14 weeks on the chart and peaking at number 10.[2]

Commercial performance

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To Be Loved debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, selling 197,000 copies in the first week in the United States.[3] As of September 20, 2016, the album has sold 881,000 copies in the United States.[4] In the United Kingdom, To Be Loved had sold 631,224 copies as of December 2013, thus becoming the third best-selling album of the year.[5] As of October 2016, the album had sold 784,420 copies in the UK.[6] In Canada it sold 139,000 copies in 2013.[7]

Critical reception

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Professional ratings
Review scores
SourceRating
AllMusicStarStarStarStar[8]
The Canberra TimesStarStarStarStarStar[9]
IdolatorStarStarStarHalf star[10]
The Oakland PressStarStarHalf star[11]
The ScotsmanStarStarStarStar[12]
Shields Gazette5/10[13]
Toronto StarStarStar[14]
USA TodayStarStarStar[15]
The Vancouver SunStarStarStar[16]
Virgin MediaStarStarStar[17]

To Be Loved received mostly positive reviews from music critics. AllMusic's Matt Collar found that the album "isn't just a perfect showcase for Bublé's voice, it's also one of his most diverse and enjoyable albums."[8] At The Canberra Times, James Baldwin told that Bublé "has a lot to deliver to keep both fans and critics impressed", which he noted that "Michael's voice seems to be getting better and better with each release", and called the release "perfect."[9] Colin Stutz of Idolator said that "his performance is ever strong and mature" because "Buble uses that power to carry the album poignantly, be it songs he wrote or those by others."[10] At The Oakland Press, Gary Graff stated that this effort is "indeed a buoyant affair, marked by love songs sung in his distinctive manner, something altogether different from the classical bombast of a Josh Groban or the crooner stylings of Bublé’s big band-fronting forebears."[11] The Scotsman alluded to how "Buble's slick vocals cannot be faulted throughout".[12] Elysa Gardner of USA Today evoked how "Bublé sounds like a man in love on this new collection of pop and soul standards and original tunes", and that allows "his clear, limpid voice is as technically supple as ever, and there's more genuine verve (and grit) in his delivery."[15]

Peter Goddard of the Toronto Star wrote that the album is "Sure not about making any musical breakthrough[s]".[14] AW for the Shields Gazette called the " music formulated for minimal offence, watered down with minimal risk, and, as such, failing to provoke any form of emotion", which is the "embodiment of the colour beige; painfully safe, somewhat dull and seemingly dreamt up as an ideal kitchen decoration."[13] At The Vancouver Sun, Francois Marchand called the album "exactly what it should be: A middle-of-the-road jazz-pop crooner record that sparkles in your ears like a million little fizzy sugar-pop bubbles and is just cookie-cutter enough to please the masses."[16] Virgin Media's Matthew Horton told that "the majority of To Be Loved boils down to straight retreads of admittedly great songs", and "that's just the way it goes. You don't come to Bublé for post-dubstep glitch experiments. You come for the polar opposite, delivered with style."[17]

Tour

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The To Be Loved Tour began on June 30, 2013, in London.

Set list

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  • Orchestral Introduction
  • "Fever"
  • "Haven't Met You Yet"
  • "Try a Little Tenderness"
  • "You Make Me Feel So Young"
  • "Moondance"
  • "Come Dance with Me"
  • "Feeling Good"
  • "Instrumental (Team Buble)"
  • "I've Got the World on a String"
  • "Everything"
  • "That's All"
  • "Close Your Eyes"
  • "How Can You Mend a Broken Heart"
  • "Home"
  • "Get Lucky"
  • "Who's Loving You"
  • "I Want You Back"
  • "To Love Somebody"
  • "All You Need Is Love"
  • "Burning Love"
  • "It's a Beautiful Day"
    Encore
  • "Cry Me a River"
  • "After All" (With special guest Bryan Adams on July 7)
  • "A Song for You"

    • Track listing

    [edit]
    No.TitleWriter(s)Length
    1."You Make Me Feel So Young"
    		3:06
    2."It's a Beautiful Day"
    		3:19
    3."To Love Somebody"
    		3:15
    4."Who's Lovin' You"William "Smokey" Robinson2:56
    5."Somethin' Stupid" (featuring Reese Witherspoon)Clarence Carson Parks2:58
    6."Come Dance with Me"
    		2:46
    7."Close Your Eyes"
    		3:33
    8."After All" (featuring Bryan Adams)
    		3:38
    9."Have I Told You Lately That I Love You?" (with Naturally 7)Scotty Wiseman3:26
    10."To Be Loved"
    		3:41
    11."You've Got a Friend in Me"Randy Newman3:26
    12."Nevertheless (I'm in Love with You)" (featuring The Puppini Sisters)
    		2:56
    13."I Got It Easy"
    • Bublé
    • Tom Jackson
    • Chang
    		3:39
    14."Young at Heart"
    		3:43
    Total length:46:16
    Deluxe edition bonus tracks[18]
    No.TitleWriter(s)Length
    15."Be My Baby"
    		2:48
    16."It's a Beautiful Day" (swing mix)
    • Bublé
    • Rock
    • Chang
    		4:17
    17."My Melancholy Baby"
    		3:29
    Total length:56:58
    2014 re-release deluxe edition bonus tracks[19]
    No.TitleWriter(s)Length
    15."Be My Baby"
    • Spector
    • Barry
    • Greenwich
    		2:48
    16."It's a Beautiful Day" (swing mix)
    • Bublé
    • Rock
    • Chang
    		4:17
    17."The Making of To Be Loved" (video) 31:20

    Charts

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    Certifications and sales

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    Region Certification Certified units/sales
    Australia (ARIA)[78] 2× Platinum 140,000^
    Austria (IFPI Austria)[79] Platinum 15,000*
    Brazil (Pro-Música Brasil)[80] Gold 20,000*
    Canada (Music Canada)[81] 4× Platinum 320,000^
    Denmark (IFPI Danmark)[82] Gold 10,000‡
    France (SNEP)[83] Gold 50,000*
    Finland — 8,814[84]
    Germany (BVMI)[85] 3× Gold 300,000‡
    Hungary (MAHASZ)[86] Platinum 2,000^
    Ireland (IRMA)[87] 2× Platinum 30,000^
    Italy (FIMI)[88] Gold 30,000*
    Mexico (AMPROFON)[89] Gold 30,000^
    New Zealand (RMNZ)[90] Platinum 15,000^
    Poland (ZPAV)[91] Gold 10,000‡
    Spain (PROMUSICAE)[92] Gold 20,000^
    Switzerland (IFPI Switzerland)[93] Gold 10,000^
    United Kingdom (BPI)[94] 2× Platinum 784,420[6]
    United States (RIAA)[95] Platinum 1,000,000‡
    Summaries
    Europe (IFPI)[96] Platinum 1,000,000*
    Worldwide
    2013 sales     		— 2,400,000[97]

    * Sales figures based on certification alone.
    ^ Shipments figures based on certification alone.
    ‡ Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone.

    References

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    To Be Loved

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    To Be Loved is the sixth major-label studio album by Canadian singer , released internationally on April 15, 2013, and in the United States on April 23, 2013, by . The album, produced by , blends swing, pop, and elements across 14 tracks, including four original songs co-written by Bublé and ten covers of classics by artists such as , the , and the Jackson 5. Following Bublé's successful 2011 holiday album Christmas, To Be Loved marked his return to secular material with a focus on themes of romance and joy, inspired by his personal life at the time. The tracklist opens with the upbeat cover "You Make Me Feel So Young" and features the lead single "It's a Beautiful Day," an original that peaked at number 7 on the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart. Other highlights include the soulful "To Love Somebody" (Bee Gees cover), "Who's Lovin' You" (Jackson 5 cover), and a duet with Reese Witherspoon on "Something Stupid" (originally by Frank Sinatra and Nancy Sinatra). Critically, received generally positive reviews for Bublé's versatile and charismatic vocals, with describing it as a "slick and classy" showcase that captures his "trademark charm." Reviewers praised the album's energetic swing and heartfelt ballads, though some outlets noted its polished production felt formulaic compared to his earlier work. Aggregated critic scores averaged around 70 out of 100, reflecting its appeal to fans of and pop standards. Commercially, the album was a major success, debuting at number one on the with 195,000 copies sold in its first week, marking Bublé's fourth consecutive chart-topping album in the . It also reached number one in , , the , and over a dozen other countries, eventually achieving multi-platinum status in markets like the (), (2× ), and the (2× ). The success propelled the Tour, which grossed over $100 million and visited arenas worldwide from 2013 to 2014.

    Background

    Development

    The development of To Be Loved began in the early 2010s, as Michael Bublé sought to create an album that reflected his personal growth and evolving musical identity following the success of his previous releases. Influenced by his impending fatherhood—his wife, Luisana Lopilato, was pregnant with their first child, expected in August 2013—Bublé aimed for a more authentic and mature sound, moving away from the polished perfectionism of his earlier collaborations with producer David Foster. He described the project as a celebration of "love, happiness, fun and yummy things," emphasizing emotional depth drawn from his life experiences. Bublé chose to entrust the entire production to , a longtime friend and collaborator known for his work with rock acts like Metallica and Mötley Crüe, marking a departure from his usual team to infuse the album with an edgier, rock 'n' roll vibe. Rock's involvement brought a vibrant energy, with Bublé noting that the process felt "easier" and more genuine, allowing him to avoid "cringing" at overproduced elements from past records. The album's conception focused on blending classic standards with contemporary originals, prioritizing organic recording techniques inspired by Bublé's idols such as , , , and . This eclectic approach involved gathering musicians to "vibe out" in the studio, fostering natural collaboration over rigid structures. Song selection was a deliberate process emphasizing heartfelt covers and new material that aligned with the album's romantic theme, including four originals co-written by Bublé. Key choices featured reinterpretations of classics like the ' "To Love Somebody," the Jackson 5's "Who's Loving You," and Jackie Wilson's "" (the album's title track), alongside standards such as Frank Sinatra's "Young at Heart" and a duet with on "Something Stupid." Bublé collaborated with songwriting partners like for the original "After All," selecting tracks that allowed for emotional experimentation while honoring their . The development phase culminated in recording sessions held in , British Columbia, and , where the focus on live band performances and minimal digital intervention helped capture the album's swinging, soulful essence. Despite describing the overall process as a "grind," Bublé viewed it as a pivotal step in asserting greater artistic control.

    Recording

    The recording of To Be Loved took place primarily at three studios: in , ; in Hollywood, ; and Penrose Recorders in . These sessions marked a collaborative effort led by producer , known for his work with rock acts like Metallica and Mötley Crüe, who brought a fresh, edgier approach to Bublé's big-band style by infusing elements of rock 'n' roll into the arrangements. Rock's production emphasized authenticity, allowing Bublé to explore a more mature sound that blended standards with original material, resulting in what Bublé described as his most personal album to date. Mixing was handled at in , with contributions from engineers (on tracks 2 and 7), (on tracks 3, 4, and 10), and Randy Staub (on track 15). Additional mixing occurred at MixLA in for tracks 2, 7, and 8, and at in New York for tracks 3, 4, and 10. The process involved close collaboration with Bublé's longtime team, including arranger and the Dap-Kings , which added a vibrant, soulful layer to several tracks, enhancing the album's . Bublé noted that this recording phase felt liberating, stating, "I came in as a boy, and I’m a man now," reflecting a shift toward greater artistic confidence. Mastering was completed at Sterling Sound in New York, ensuring a polished, radio-ready finish that balanced the album's orchestral elements with its contemporary edge. The sessions, spanning late 2012 into early 2013, incorporated live band recordings to capture organic energy, a hallmark of Rock's method, which prioritized full takes over isolated elements. This approach contributed to the album's cohesive feel, with Bublé actively co-writing four originals during the process to personalize the collection of covers.

    Composition

    Musical style

    To Be Loved is characterized by a blend of and pop genres, incorporating swing, , and elements that align with Michael Bublé's signature style. The album features smooth, romantic vocals over lush orchestral arrangements, often evoking the classic sounds of mid-20th-century standards while infusing contemporary production techniques. Produced by , the record emphasizes big, brassy instrumentation, including prominent riffs and rhythmic drum patterns reminiscent of Frank Sinatra's era, creating an upbeat and feel-good atmosphere across much of its runtime. The musical style draws heavily from vocal jazz and traditional pop, with tracks that swing energetically and incorporate soulful undertones. Covers like "You Make Me Feel So Young" showcase peppy saxophones and lively big band swings, paying homage to Sinatra's influence, while originals such as "It's a Beautiful Day" introduce power pop dynamics with catchy, radio-friendly hooks. Duets add variety, as seen in "Something Stupid" with Reese Witherspoon, which adopts a salsa-inflected melody contrasting Bublé's baritone with lighter vocals, and "After All" with Bryan Adams, blending rock-infused balladry. The album also ventures into soul and funk elements in renditions like "Who's Lovin' You," featuring raw, jazzy riffs that deviate slightly from pure swing toward a more emotive, Jackson 5-inspired groove. Overall, the style maintains a balance between nostalgic and modern accessibility, with heartfelt ballads like the title track "To Be Loved" offering waltz-like romance and sentimental depth. This approach mirrors Bublé's previous albums such as It's Time and Crazy Love, but introduces subtle rhythmic variations and collaborations to refresh the formula without straying far from his core jazz-pop foundation.

    Themes and song selection

    The album To Be Loved explores themes of love in its multifaceted forms, including romantic passion, familial bonds, and profound gratitude for personal fulfillment, reflecting Michael Bublé's evolving life experiences during its creation. Central to these themes is Bublé's stemming from his 2011 marriage to Argentine actress and the anticipation of their first child, born in August 2013, which infused the record with a sense of joy and emotional maturity. Songs like the original "I Got It Easy" articulate this thankfulness, with Bublé expressing appreciation for his life's blessings despite industry pressures to exclude such introspective material. Similarly, the album balances exuberant romance, as in covers evoking youthful infatuation, with heartfelt reflections on enduring relationships, creating a narrative arc of love's transformative power. Bublé's song selection process emphasized a deliberate blend of four original compositions—co-written by the artist himself, marking the highest number of new tracks on any of his studio albums to date—and ten covers drawn from jazz standards, pop classics, and Motown influences. The originals, including the upbeat lead single "It's a Beautiful Day," "Close Your Eyes," "I Got It Easy," and the duet "After All" with Bryan Adams, were crafted to draw directly from Bublé's personal narrative, such as "Close Your Eyes," which honors the influential women in his life, including his wife, mother, and sisters. This personal touch contrasts with the covers, selected to pay homage to Bublé's musical roots; for instance, "You Make Me Feel So Young" channels Frank Sinatra's swing era vitality, inspired by his grandfather's admiration for such artists, while "Who's Lovin' You" nods to Motown soul recorded with the Dap-Kings horn section. The curation aimed to evoke a "jaunty musical/variety show" atmosphere, mixing high-energy tracks for broad appeal with subtler, jazz-inflected pieces to showcase vocal nuance and thematic depth. Covers like "To Love Somebody" (Bee Gees) and "Have I Told You Lately That I Love You" (Scotty Wiseman) amplify the romantic motifs, while selections such as "Straighten Up and Fly Right" add playful energy, aligning with Bublé's impending fatherhood. This strategic mix not only honors Bublé's big-band heritage but also allows the originals to stand out as authentic expressions of his growth, ensuring the album's themes resonate through both reinterpretations and new material.

    Singles

    Lead single

    "It's a Beautiful Day" is the lead single from Michael Bublé's sixth studio album, . The upbeat pop track, co-written by Bublé with and Amy Foster, was released digitally on February 25, 2013, ahead of the album's April 15 release date. The song's , directed by Mark Klasfeld, premiered on March 25, 2013, and features Bublé performing amid colorful, whimsical scenes including dancing crowds and playful animations. It quickly became Bublé's fastest-growing video on at the time, amassing millions of views shortly after launch. Commercially, "It's a Beautiful Day" debuted at number 94 on the Billboard Hot 100, marking Bublé's first entry on the chart since 2010. It performed strongly on adult contemporary radio, peaking at number 7 on the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart after 15 weeks. In the United Kingdom, the single reached number 10 on the UK Singles Chart, Bublé's second top-ten hit there following "Haven't Met You Yet." On the Canadian Hot 100, it climbed to a peak of number 20 over 16 weeks. The track also charted in several European countries, including number 24 in Austria and Scotland. By mid-2013, it had sold approximately 85,000 copies in the United States. Critics praised the single for its cheerful energy and Bublé's charismatic delivery, with outlets noting its blend of big-band swing and modern pop as a fitting teaser for the album's mix of originals and covers. The track's optimistic lyrics about embracing joy despite life's ups and downs resonated in live performances, including Bublé's promotional appearances on shows like .

    Follow-up singles

    "Close Your Eyes" served as the second single from To Be Loved, released on July 1, 2013. The track, an original composition co-written by Bublé, , and , features a style with orchestral arrangements produced by . It received moderate chart success internationally, peaking at number 11 on the Portugal Singles Top 50 for one week and spending 11 weeks on the chart. In the , it reached number 72 on the Official Singles Chart, charting for two weeks. The accompanying , directed by Brett Sullivan and premiered on July 8, 2013, paid tribute to Bublé's wife, , showcasing personal and emotional visuals. "After All", a duet with and another original track co-written by Bublé, was issued as the third single on September 29, 2013, in the UK. Produced by , the song blends pop and rock elements, emphasizing themes of . Its live , filmed at London's during Bublé's tour, was released on August 22, 2013. Chart performance was limited, with a peak of number 96 on the Canada Singles Top 100, where it spent five weeks. "You Make Me Feel So Young", a cover of the 1946 by Josef Myrow and , was released as a promotional single on December 2, 2013, primarily for radio. Arranged in an upbeat swing style, it opened the and highlighted Bublé's vocal agility. The official , released on November 7, 2013, featured playful and retro aesthetics. As a promotional release, it did not achieve significant commercial chart placements but supported ongoing radio airplay for the .

    Promotion

    Marketing efforts

    The marketing efforts for Michael Bublé's sixth studio album, , encompassed a multifaceted campaign that leveraged media appearances, live stunts, retail exclusives, and targeted advertising to heighten visibility and engage fans ahead of and following its April 15, 2013, international release (April 23 in the U.S.). Bublé's promotional activities emphasized his charismatic persona and the album's blend of standards and originals, aiming to appeal to both longtime admirers and broader pop audiences. A cornerstone of the rollout involved high-profile television and radio engagements. On the U.S. release date, Bublé guest co-hosted NBC's Today show, where he performed and discussed the album, while also taping an interview for ABC's to showcase tracks like the lead single "." He further appeared on Live! with Kelly & Michael, delivering live renditions that highlighted the album's upbeat energy. Complementing these, heavy radio airplay promotions focused on "," positioning it as an accessible entry point to the record's romantic themes. These broadcasts helped amplify the album's narrative of love and personal growth, drawing from Bublé's recent life experiences. To create grassroots buzz, Bublé executed a surprise performance in New York City's subway at Lincoln Center station on April 25, 2013, backed by the a cappella group Naturally 7. The impromptu set featured covers such as "Who's Lovin' You" from the album, capturing viral attention through social media shares and news coverage, which underscored his approachable, street-level appeal despite his mainstream stardom. Retail partnerships played a pivotal role, particularly with Target, which offered an exclusive deluxe edition starting April 23, 2013, including three bonus tracks not available on the standard release: "Melancholy Baby" (an original track), "It's a Beautiful Day" (Swing Mix), and "Fever" (cover). This edition was marketed via a dedicated 30-second TV spot aired nationally, featuring Bublé in an energetic montage synced to "It's a Beautiful Day," with on-screen text urging viewers to "expect more" at Target stores. The collaboration built on prior successes, such as Target's exclusive for Bublé's 2009 album Crazy Love, and drove pre-orders through Target.com. Later in 2013, Bublé extended promotions through a with , hosting a fan event in that distributed autographed copies of alongside premium tickets and custom keepsakes. This initiative incorporated features, exposing the album to travelers via Delta's audio channels and further embedding it in lifestyle contexts. Internationally, similar advertising efforts included a promotional commercial tailored for the German market, emphasizing the album's swing-infused tracks to resonate with European audiences.

    Release formats

    The album To Be Loved was released on April 15, 2013, internationally and April 23, 2013, in the United States by in multiple formats, including and digital download, to cater to physical and digital consumers. Streaming was available immediately upon release on platforms such as and . Physical formats included the standard edition with 14 tracks and the Target-exclusive deluxe with three additional bonus tracks. Vinyl editions were released later as reissues. Digital versions were offered in standard quality formats like and AAC. No cassette or formats were produced for the initial release.
    FormatEdition/DetailsAvailability
    Digital DownloadStandard (14 tracks); Target deluxe (17 tracks); MP3, AACGlobal, via iTunes, Amazon Music, etc.
    StreamingStandard and deluxe editionsDay-of-release on Spotify, Apple Music, etc.
    CDStandard album (14 tracks); Target exclusive deluxe (with bonus tracks)Global, including US, Europe, Canada
    Vinyl (LP)Standard black (reissue)Later reissues, global
    Limited-edition physical releases were available through select retailers, contributing to the album's strong first-week sales across formats.

    Tour

    Overview

    The To Be Loved Tour was a concert tour by Canadian singer in support of his sixth studio album, To Be Loved (2013). The tour commenced on June 30, 2013, with ten consecutive shows at in , , and concluded on March 22, 2015, at The Coca-Cola Dome in , , comprising 172 dates across , , , and other regions. The tour was a commercial success, selling 992,637 tickets and grossing $106 million worldwide. It featured high-energy performances with a big band, emphasizing swing standards, originals from the album, and Bublé's earlier hits, often in arena venues.

    Set list

    The set list for the To Be Loved Tour, which supported Michael Bublé's 2013 album of the same name, featured a mix of standards, covers, and selections from his discography, performed across 172 shows from 2013 to 2015. The performance structure emphasized high-energy big band arrangements, with instrumental interludes and encores to engage audiences, often varying slightly by venue but maintaining a core sequence of 25-30 songs lasting around two hours. A representative set list from a show on July 7, 2013, at in included the following songs in order:
    1. "Fever" (Eddie Cooley cover)
    2. "" ( original)
    3. "" ( and His Orchestra cover)
    4. "You Make Me Feel So Young" ( cover)
    5. "" ( cover)
    6. "Come Dance with Me" ( cover)
    7. "" ( cover)
    8. Instrumental interlude
    9. "" ( cover)
    10. "Some Kind of Wonderful" ( cover)
    11. "All I Do Is Dream of You" ( cover)
    12. "I've Got You Under My Skin" ( cover)
    13. "" ( original)
    14. "Sway" ( cover)
    15. "" ( cover)
    16. "" ( cover)
    17. "Cry Me a River" ( cover)
    18. "When You're Smiling (The Whole World Smiles with You)" ( cover)
    19. "You Don't Know Me" ( cover)
    20. "" ( cover)
    21. "Young at Heart" ( cover)
    22. "How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved by You)" ( cover)
    23. "It's a Beautiful Day" ( original)
    24. "" ( original)
    25. "" (reprise; cover)
    26. "At the End of the Day (Isle of Capri)" ( original)
    Encore:
    1. "Home" (Michael Bublé original)
    2. "" (Leon Russell cover)
    Songs like "" and "Cry Me a River" were staples, performed at over 135 concerts each, highlighting Bublé's blend of upbeat pop and classic jazz influences.

    Critical reception

    Contemporary reviews

    Upon its release in April 2013, 's To Be Loved received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised the singer's charismatic vocal delivery and the album's polished production, though some noted its adherence to familiar formulas in the pop-jazz genre. The record, produced by , blended classic standards like "You Make Me Feel So Young" and "" with originals such as "" and covers including the ' "To Love Somebody," earning acclaim for its romantic, big-band-inflected sound. AllMusic's Matt Collar awarded the album 3.5 out of 5 stars, describing it as a "slick and classy" effort that successfully followed up Bublé's previous successes with a mix of timeless appeal and subtle modernity, highlighting the singer's ability to infuse standards with fresh energy. Similarly, The New York Times observed that To Be Loved "reaffirms [Bublé's] suave command as a vocalist and song stylist, while subtly expanding the frame," appreciating how the collection balanced nostalgia with personal touches reflective of the artist's impending fatherhood. JazzTimes commended Bublé's "impeccable" phrasing and sincere interpretations on tracks like the swing-infused "You Make Me Feel So Young" and the cha-cha-driven "Come Dance With Me," as well as the guest appearance by on "." However, the pointed out that the met expectations for delivering "a little bit more of the same" without venturing into riskier territory, aligning with Bublé's established style for his multimillion-strong fanbase. Not all feedback was unqualified praise; Sputnikmusic's review labeled the record "the sound of laziness," critiquing its reliance on predictable arrangements and lack of innovation despite strong vocal performances on upbeat numbers like "Close Your Eyes." Overall, the album's reception underscored Bublé's reliability as a crowd-pleasing entertainer, with an aggregate score of around 70 out of 100 on review compilations, reflecting its broad commercial appeal over artistic daring.

    Accolades

    Upon its release, To Be Loved received significant recognition, including a Grammy Award win. At the held on January 26, 2014, the album won Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album, marking Michael Bublé's fourth victory in the category and highlighting the record's blend of original material and covers produced by . The win was announced during the pre-telecast ceremony, underscoring the album's commercial and artistic impact following its number-one debut on the Billboard 200. The album also earned multiple nominations at the of 2014, Canada's premier music honors. It was nominated for Album of the Year, , and Pop Album of the Year, reflecting Bublé's dominance in the Canadian music scene, though Serena Ryder's Harmony ultimately took the Album of the Year prize. These nominations celebrated the album's role in Bublé's ongoing success, as he had previously won 11 across his career by that point.

    Commercial performance

    Chart performance

    To Be Loved debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart in the United States, selling 195,000 copies in its first week and marking Michael Bublé's fourth consecutive number-one album on the ranking. The album spent a total of 45 weeks on the chart. Internationally, the album achieved strong performance across multiple territories. It reached number one on the Canadian Albums Chart, benefiting from Bublé's hosting of the Juno Awards prior to release. In the United Kingdom, it topped the Official Albums Chart for two weeks and remained on the chart for 76 weeks overall. The album also debuted at number one on the ARIA Albums Chart in Australia, where it held the top position for five weeks.
    CountryChartPeak PositionWeeks on Chart
    Billboard 200145
    Canadian Albums1N/A
    Official Albums176
    ARIA Albums1N/A

    Sales and certifications

    To Be Loved achieved significant commercial success, selling over 3.3 million copies worldwide as of 2024. The album received numerous certifications across various countries, reflecting strong performance in key markets. In the , it was certified platinum by the RIAA on June 28, 2016, for shipments exceeding 1,000,000 units. Other notable certifications include double platinum awards in (140,000 units), (160,000 units), and the (600,000 units).
    CountryCertificationCertified UnitsDate
    Gold20,000January 1, 2014
    2× Platinum140,000-
    Platinum15,000December 23, 2015
    Gold20,0002014
    2× Platinum160,0002013
    Gold10,000*December 3, 2019
    Gold50,0002013
    Platinum300,0002014
    Platinum2,000*2013
    2× Platinum30,0002013
    Gold30,0002013
    Gold30,000July 3, 2013
    Platinum15,000-
    Gold10,000*September 14, 2017
    Gold20,0002014
    Gold10,000*2013
    2× Platinum600,000December 27, 2013
    Platinum1,000,000June 28, 2016
    (IFPI)Platinum1,000,0002014
    *Sales threshold for certification in that market. All data sourced from official industry bodies via aggregation.

    Track listing

    Standard edition

    The standard edition of contains 14 tracks in the US release (international editions have 13 tracks, substituting "You’re Nobody ‘til Somebody Loves You" for tracks 11 and 12), blending standards, covers, and original songs centered on themes of and joy.
    No.TitleWriter(s)LengthFeatured artist(s)
    1"You Make Me Feel So Young", Josef Myrow3:06
    2"It's a Beautiful Day", , 3:19
    3"To Love Somebody", 3:15
    4"Who's Lovin' You"2:56
    5"Something Stupid"C. Carson Parks2:58
    6"Come Dance with Me", 2:46
    7"Close Your Eyes", , Amy Foster3:33
    8"After All", , , Steven Sater, 3:37
    9"Have I Told You Lately That I Love You"3:26
    10"To Be Loved", , , Amy Foster3:41
    11"You've Got a Friend in Me"3:26
    12"Nevertheless (I'm in Love with You)"Harry Ruby, 2:55
    13"I Got It Easy", , Robert Deitcher, Marcy Heisler3:40
    14"Young at Heart", Johnny Richards3:24

    Deluxe edition

    The deluxe edition of To Be Loved was released on April 29, 2014, and expands the standard album with three bonus tracks—"", "", and ""—along with a 30-minute behind-the-scenes video documenting the album's production. This version totals 17 audio tracks and is available on , digital download, and streaming platforms.
    No.TitleWriter(s)Length
    1."You Make Me Feel So Young", Josef Myrow3:06
    2."It's a Beautiful Day", , 3:19
    3."To Love Somebody", 3:15
    4."Who's Lovin' You"2:56
    5."Something Stupid" (featuring )C. Carson Parks2:58
    6."Come Dance with Me", 2:46
    7."Close Your Eyes", , Amy Foster3:33
    8."After All" (featuring ), , , Steven Sater, 3:37
    9."Have I Told You Lately That I Love You" (with )3:26
    10."To Be Loved", , , Amy Foster3:41
    11."You've Got a Friend in Me"3:26
    12."Nevertheless (I'm in Love with You)" (featuring )Harry Ruby, 2:55
    13."I Got It Easy", , Robert Deitcher, Marcy Heisler3:40
    14."Young at Heart", Johnny Richards3:24
    15."Be My Baby", , 2:48
    16."It's a Beautiful Day (Swing Mix)", , 4:17
    17."My Melancholy Baby"Ernie Burnett, George A. Norton3:29
    Total length: 56:55

    Personnel

    Musicians

    Michael Bublé provides lead vocals on all tracks of To Be Loved. Featured vocalists include on "Something Stupid", on "After All", on "Have I Told You Lately That I Love You", and on "Nevertheless (I'm in Love with You)" (bonus track on deluxe edition). Additional backing vocalists are Angela Fisher, Monique Donnelly, Nekiesha Grier, and Ruby Hughes. The album employs a large ensemble of session musicians, primarily recorded in Los Angeles and Vancouver, to create its big-band jazz and pop arrangements. Brass Section
    • Trumpet and flugelhorn: Bryan Lipps, Chuck Findley, Dan Fornero, Gary Grant, Gilbert Castellanos, Jumaane Smith, Wayne Bergeron, Willie Murillo
    • Trombone: Andy Martin, Bill Reichenbach Jr., Charlie Loper, Nick Lane, Reggie Young
    • French horn: Daniel Kelley, Danielle Ondarza, James Thatcher
    Woodwinds
    • Alto saxophone, clarinet: Lanny Morgan
    • Alto saxophone, flute: Sal Lozano
    • Tenor saxophone, flute: Bill Liston
    • Tenor saxophone, clarinet: Dan Higgins
    • : Tom Scott
    Rhythm Section Keyboards and Arrangements
    • Piano and arrangements: Alan Chang (tracks 3, 9, 14), Dave Pierce (tracks 1, 2, 6, 8, 11, 12), Lou Pomanti (track 4), William Ross (tracks 5, 13)
    Strings
    • Violin: Ana Landauer, Armen Anassian, Assa Drori, Belinda Broughton, Bruce Dukov, Carol Pool, , Julie Rogers, and additional string players contributing to orchestral arrangements on several tracks

    Production staff

    The production of Michael Bublé's album To Be Loved was overseen by , who served as the sole producer for all tracks, continuing his collaboration with Bublé from previous albums such as Crazy Love. Recording sessions took place primarily at in , ; in Hollywood, ; and additional facilities including Henson Recording Studios and in . Key recording and engineering personnel included recording engineer Roger Monk, with assistance from Adam Greenholtz, , Keith Munson, and Matt Irving. Mixing duties were handled by for the majority of tracks (1, 4–6, 9, 11–14, 16–17), for tracks 2, 7, and 8, for tracks 3 and 10, and Randy Staub for track 15 (an exclusive bonus track on the deluxe edition). The album was mastered by at Sterling Sound in .

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