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Clear Horizon - The Best of Basia

Basia · 1998

73 min · 17 tracks · jazz

A smooth blend of jazz-infused pop melodies with rich vocal harmonies that evoke a sense of nostalgia and warmth.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Cruising for Bruising — This track exemplifies Basia's ability to merge catchy pop hooks with intricate jazz rhythms, making it a fan favorite and staple of her live performances.
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    Time and Tide — As one of her most recognized songs, it showcases Basia's lyrical depth alongside an infectious melody, representing the quintessential blend of her style.
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    Drunk on Love — The song highlights Basia's lush vocal delivery over a smooth instrumental backdrop, encapsulating the romantic essence that defines much of her work.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • sun-soaked afternoon relaxation
  • steady melodic flow throughout
  • uplifting vibes for gatherings
  • smooth background for conversations
  • nostalgic moments of warmth

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking high-energy tracks
  • prefer short, standalone songs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1998, 'Clear Horizon - The Best of Basia' captures the Polish artist's signature sound during a period of reflection after her commercial peak in the early '90s. This compilation follows her successful albums like 'Time and Tide' (1990) and 'Sweetest Illusions' (1994), showcasing her evolution while celebrating her most beloved tracks.
Stylistic neighbors
Sade· Norah Jones· Annie Lennox

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Time and Tide

    The verses shift from personal introspection to broader reflections on time's relentless flow, creating a poignant contrast.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Clear Horizon 4:15
  • 2 Cruising for Bruising 4:10
  • 3 Drunk on Love 4:46
  • 4 Time and Tide 4:04
  • 5 Waters of March 3:59
  • 6 Third Time Lucky 5:02
  • 7 Promises 4:06
  • 8 Baby You’re Mine 3:36
  • 9 Yearning 5:23
  • 10 Astrud 4:41
  • 11 An Olive Tree 5:01
  • 12 Go for You 4:05
  • 13 New Day for You 4:29
  • 14 Perfect Mother 3:53
  • 15 From Now On (live) 3:55
  • 16 Half a Minute (live) 3:56
  • 17 Angels Blush 3:58

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