How Sweet It Is
Joan Osborne · 2002
53 min · 12 tracks · folk music
A soulful blend of classic covers and heartfelt originals, imbued with Joan Osborne's rich vocal warmth and folk-pop sensibility.
Top tracks — play these first
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How Sweet It Is — The title track captures the essence of joy and gratitude through a vibrant arrangement that highlights Osborne's emotive vocal delivery.
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Smiling Faces Sometimes — This cover features a hauntingly beautiful rendition that emphasizes themes of deception and truth within human relationships, showcasing Osborne's interpretative depth.
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War — Osborne's powerful take on this socially charged song adds urgency and relevance to its anti-war message, reflecting the political climate of the early 2000s.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- heartfelt vocal performances throughout
- for nostalgic sing-alongs
- warm melodies for cozy evenings
- reflective moments with friends
- uplifting energy for casual gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of high-energy tracks
- prefer short, standalone songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2002, How Sweet It Is marked Joan Osborne's return to the music scene after a five-year hiatus following her breakthrough debut album, Relish. Positioned as her fourth studio album, it showcased her evolution as an artist while embracing both original songs and covers of beloved tracks.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Shawn Colvin· Sarah McLachlan· Natalie Merchant
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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War
The bridge shifts from personal reflection to a broader commentary on societal conflict, amplifying the urgency of its message.
This transition underscores a collective responsibility in addressing war, moving beyond personal sentiment to challenge listeners to consider their role in societal issues.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I'll Be Around 4:31
- 2 Think 3:38
- 3 How Sweet It Is 4:22
- 4 Smiling Faces Sometimes 4:45
- 5 Love's in Need of Love Today 4:12
- 6 These Arms of Mine 4:39
- 7 Only You Know and I Know 3:45
- 8 War 5:50
- 9 Why Can't We Live Together? 4:59
- 10 Axis: Bold as Love 4:04
- 11 The Weight 5:13
- 12 Everybody Is a Star 3:15
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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