Is Believe a good place to start with Katherine Jenkins?

Yes, Believe is recommended as a starting point for new Katherine Jenkins listeners. A sweeping blend of classical and contemporary pop, showcasing emotive vocal performances over lush orchestral arrangements. Released in 2009, Believe marked Katherine Jenkins' fifth studio album, solidifying her status as a leading figure in the classical crossover genre. Following the success of her previous albums, this release further established her ability to bridge operatic vocals with mainstream appeal, attracting a diverse audience.

Believe works well if you're into dynamic vocal journey through emotions, wave-like pacing with rich crescendos and for reflective evening moments.

How many songs are on Believe?

Believe has 18 tracks, running approximately 79 minutes.

Believe

Katherine Jenkins · 2009

79 min · 18 tracks · classical music

A sweeping blend of classical and contemporary pop, showcasing emotive vocal performances over lush orchestral arrangements.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Tell Me I'm Not Dreaming Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Who Wants to Live Forever — This powerful cover reinterprets the classic Queen song with Jenkins' soaring vocals, merging rock intensity with operatic finesse, highlighting her unique approach.
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Angel — Jenkins delivers a heartfelt rendition that showcases her emotional depth and vocal control, making it a standout track that resonates with listeners seeking solace.
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Love Never Dies — As the title track from Andrew Lloyd Webber's sequel to The Phantom of the Opera, it illustrates Jenkins' connection to musical theatre while emphasizing her dramatic storytelling through song.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dynamic vocal journey through emotions
wave-like pacing with rich crescendos
for reflective evening moments
cathartic release through powerful ballads
intimate listening for romantic settings

Maybe skip if you

seeking upbeat, fast-paced tracks
prefer short, standalone songs

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Solidified Jenkins' status in classical crossover with strong commercial success.
Themes: operatic storytelling· theatrical love· emotive ballads
Career context: Released in 2009, Believe marked Katherine Jenkins' fifth studio album, solidifying her status as a leading figure in the classical crossover genre. Following the success of her previous albums, this release further established her ability to bridge operatic vocals with mainstream appeal, attracting a diverse audience.
Stylistic neighbors: Andrea Bocelli· Il Divo· Sarah Brightman