Is Come by Me a good place to start with Harry Connick Jr.?

Yes, Come by Me is recommended as a starting point for new Harry Connick Jr. listeners. A lush blend of jazz standards and original compositions, infused with romantic nostalgia and Connick's smooth vocal charm. Released in 1999, Come by Me marked a pivotal moment in Harry Connick Jr.'s career as he transitioned from his earlier pop-jazz sound to a more traditional jazz approach. This album followed his successful albums like She, showcasing his growth as a composer and arranger, while deepening his roots in the jazz genre.

Who is Come by Me for?

Come by Me works well if you're into romantic ambiance for intimate evenings, gradual build to emotional climax and smooth vocals for relaxed listening.

How many songs are on Come by Me?

Come by Me has 13 tracks, running approximately 62 minutes.

Come by Me

Harry Connick Jr. · 1999

62 min · 13 tracks · jazz

A lush blend of jazz standards and original compositions, infused with romantic nostalgia and Connick's smooth vocal charm.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Nowhere With Love Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Come by Me — The title track encapsulates the album's romantic essence, featuring Connick's velvety voice over a backdrop of lush orchestration that invites listeners into an intimate world.
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Cry Me a River — This rendition showcases Connick's ability to reinterpret classics with emotional depth, blending heartfelt delivery with intricate piano work that highlights his jazz roots.
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Danny Boy — Connick's interpretation of this timeless ballad demonstrates his vocal range and emotional resonance, transforming it into a poignant tribute that resonates deeply with listeners.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

59 /100

Treeline

Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The album blends standards with original pieces, showcasing strong arrangements and smooth vocals.

What we noticed

Each track showcases lush orchestration with prominent piano arrangements, often accompanied by strings and woodwinds.
Several tracks feature extended instrumental sections that allow for improvisation, particularly in the solos.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 4/10

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

romantic ambiance for intimate evenings
gradual build to emotional climax
smooth vocals for relaxed listening
for candlelit dinners
nostalgic charm with classic standards

Maybe skip if you

prefer fast-paced, upbeat music
looking for standalone hits

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Established Connick's reputation as a leading jazz artist with a traditional approach.
Career context: Released in 1999, Come by Me marked a pivotal moment in Harry Connick Jr.'s career as he transitioned from his earlier pop-jazz sound to a more traditional jazz approach. This album followed his successful albums like She, showcasing his growth as a composer and arranger, while deepening his roots in the jazz genre.
Stylistic neighbors: Jamie Cullum· Diana Krall· Norah Jones