Déjà Vu
Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young · 1970
35 min · 10 tracks · folk rock
Harmonious folk rock weaves through introspective lyrics, creating a reflective atmosphere that echoes the era's social consciousness.
Top tracks — play these first
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Carry On — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its soaring harmonies and evocative lyrics about resilience and continuity, embodying the group's artistic vision.
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Teach Your Children — An enduring classic, this song offers heartfelt advice across generations, blending personal reflection with broader societal themes that resonate deeply.
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Helpless — Written by Neil Young, this poignant track captures a sense of vulnerability and longing, enhanced by its lush instrumentation and emotive delivery.
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Woodstock — Serving as an anthem for peace and unity, this track encapsulates the spirit of the 1960s counterculture, transforming Joan Baez's original into a powerful collective statement.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and harmonious execution, reflecting its era while maintaining distinctiveness.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a strong, multi-part harmony in 'Carry On', establishing the group's vocal interplay.
- Tracks like 'Teach Your Children' and 'Our House' feature prominent acoustic guitar and piano arrangements that complement the lyrical themes.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- 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 rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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
- steady, consistent energy levels
- introspective reflective moments
- thoughtful lyrics and melodies
- short immersive listening sessions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Déjà Vu was released in 1970 as Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young's second album, following their self-titled debut in 1969. This album came during a pivotal moment when the group solidified their identity and creative synergy, showcasing their blend of individual talents into a cohesive sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Byrds· Simon & Garfunkel· James Taylor
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Carry On 4:25
- 2 Teach Your Children 2:53
- 3 Almost Cut My Hair 4:25
- 4 Helpless 3:30
- 5 Woodstock 3:52
- 6 Déjà vu 4:10
- 7 Our House 2:59
- 8 4 + 20 1:55
- 9 Country Girl: Whiskey Boot Hill – Down, Down, Down – “Country Girl” (I Think You’re Pretty) 5:05
- 10 Everybody I Love You 2:20
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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