What makes Hello Again by Neil Diamond notable?

Hello Again became one of Diamond's signature songs, peaking at number 6 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The track's association with the film 'The Jazz Singer' significantly boosted its popularity, contributing to a renewed appreciation for Diamond's work during this period. Released in 1981, Hello Again marked Neil Diamond's return to the music scene after a brief hiatus. This album followed his successful 1977 release, 'You Don't Bring Me Flowers,' and was part of a resurgence in his career, particularly with the film 'The Jazz Singer' revitalizing interest in his music.

How many songs are on Hello Again?

Hello Again has 2 tracks, running approximately 6 minutes.

Hello Again

Neil Diamond · 1981

6 min · 2 tracks · folk music

A lush blend of soft rock and pop, featuring sweeping melodies and heartfelt lyrics that evoke nostalgia.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Hello Again (Love Theme from “The Jazz Singer”) — This title track encapsulates the emotional core of the album, featuring poignant lyrics and a sweeping melody that resonates deeply with listeners.
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Amazed and Confused — This song showcases Diamond's ability to blend reflective lyricism with catchy hooks, highlighting his distinctive vocal style and songwriting prowess.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

38 /100

Lowland

Higher than 0% of albums we've rated

The album showcases contrasting tempos and emotional tones but lacks depth for repeated listens.

What we noticed

The title track features a slow tempo and builds gradually with orchestral strings, creating a sweeping emotional landscape.
The second track employs a more upbeat tempo but maintains a similar melodic structure, contrasting with the first track's ballad style.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 5/10
Durability 25% of the score: 4/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. 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.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Hello Again marked a significant return and gained wider recognition through its association with 'The Jazz Singer'.
Themes: nostalgic love songs· Hollywood revival· heartfelt melodies
Career context: Released in 1981, Hello Again marked Neil Diamond's return to the music scene after a brief hiatus. This album followed his successful 1977 release, 'You Don't Bring Me Flowers,' and was part of a resurgence in his career, particularly with the film 'The Jazz Singer' revitalizing interest in his music.
Stylistic neighbors: James Taylor· Cat Stevens· Simon & Garfunkel