Hushabye
Hayley Westenra · 2013
43 min · 13 tracks · classical music
A soothing blend of lullabies and gentle melodies that evoke a sense of serene comfort and childlike wonder.
Top tracks — play these first
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Hushabye Mountain — This track exemplifies the album's soothing quality with its gentle melody and comforting lyrics, making it a perfect lullaby for children.
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Dream a Little Dream — Westenra’s rendition brings warmth and nostalgia to this classic lullaby, showcasing her vocal control while evoking a sense of peace.
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Goodnight My Angel — The heartfelt delivery transforms this song into an emotional farewell, resonating deeply with parents and children alike through its tender message.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's gentle melodies and consistent arrangements create a calming experience, though it lacks significant depth for repeated listens.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of gentle instrumentation, primarily strings and piano, creating a soothing atmosphere throughout.
- Each track typically follows a simple melodic structure, often repeating phrases to enhance the lullaby effect.
- The sequencing maintains a slow tempo across all tracks, with no significant shifts in energy or dynamics.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- soothing melodies for bedtime
- gentle sounds for relaxation
- childlike wonder and innocence
- for quiet moments
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of high energy
- prefer upbeat party tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in early 2013, Hushabye is Hayley Westenra's sixth studio album and marks a creative pivot towards children's music. Following her previous albums that showcased her operatic pop background, this project emphasizes softer, more nurturing themes, reflecting her growth as an artist focused on family-oriented content.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Charlotte Church· Lisa Gerrard· Sarah Brightman
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Pretty Little Horses 3:42
- 2 Hushabye Mountain 3:10
- 3 Dream a Little Dream 3:22
- 4 Sleep On 2:29
- 5 Twinkle Twinkle 3:47
- 6 Go to Sleep 1:55
- 7 Brahms Lullaby 3:16
- 8 Goodnight My Angel 3:41
- 9 All Through the Night 4:02
- 10 Baby Mine 3:55
- 11 Hine E Hine 4:01
- 12 When at Night 4:04
- 13 Stay Awake 2:04
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