At This Time
Burt Bacharach · 2005
53 min · 11 tracks · pop music
Lush orchestral arrangements intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a reflective and poignant atmosphere throughout the album.
Top tracks — play these first
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Please Explain Start here — The opening track sets the tone with its intricate melodies and contemplative lyrics questioning the nature of love and communication, establishing the album's introspective theme.
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Is Love Enough? — This track features a rich orchestration that complements its heartfelt inquiry into the complexities of love, showcasing Bacharach's signature blend of emotion and sophistication.
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Go Ask Shakespeare — With clever lyrics that draw on literary references, this song encapsulates Bacharach's wit and lyrical depth, making it a standout example of his storytelling prowess.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features sophisticated arrangements and introspective lyrics, showcasing Bacharach's melodic flair while addressing contemporary themes.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- introspective evening reflections
- gradual builds and payoffs
- lush orchestral landscapes
- thoughtful, contemplative listening sessions
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Marks a strong return for Bacharach with contemporary relevance and critical acclaim.
- Themes
- modern love dilemmas· cultural references in lyrics
- Moods
- Introspective· Chill
- Career context
- Released in 2005, At This Time marked Burt Bacharach's return to recording after a significant hiatus since 1998's Painted from Memory. By this point in his career, Bacharach was already a respected icon in the music industry, known for his unique compositions and collaborations with artists like Dionne Warwick. This album represents a culmination of his decades-long legacy while showcasing his ability to adapt to contemporary sounds.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Henry Mancini· Paul Simon· Jimmy Webb
Tracklist
- 1 Please Explain Start here 4:22
- 2 Where Did It Go? 4:21
- 3 In Our Time 4:09
- 4 Who Are These People? 4:17
- 5 Is Love Enough? 6:08
- 6 Can’t Give It Up 4:39
- 7 Go Ask Shakespeare 5:45
- 8 Dreams 4:13
- 9 Danger 4:31
- 10 Fade Away 3:52
- 11 Always Taking Aim 6:54
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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