I Remember Me cover

I Remember Me

Jennifer Hudson · 2011

59 min · 16 tracks · contemporary R&B

A blend of soul and contemporary R&B, showcasing Jennifer Hudson's powerful vocals against lush production.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Where You At — This track serves as a poignant exploration of longing and vulnerability, highlighting Hudson's ability to convey deep emotion through her vocal delivery.
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    I Remember Me — The title track encapsulates themes of self-identity and reflection, showcasing Hudson's vocal range and emotional depth.
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    Feeling Good — 'Feeling Good' stands out as a powerful anthem of liberation and rejuvenation, infused with Hudson's dynamic vocal strength that reinterprets this classic.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

45 /100
Lowland
Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong vocal performances but lacks cohesive flow due to its mix of original and remix tracks.

What we noticed

  • Several tracks incorporate lush orchestration and backing vocals, creating a rich soundscape that complements Hudson's powerful delivery.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
4/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 3/10

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

  • steady emotional exploration
  • reflective listening moments
  • heartfelt vocal performances
  • gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on March 22, 2011, I Remember Me is Jennifer Hudson's second studio album, following her self-titled debut in 2008. This album marked a significant moment in her career as she transitioned from an Oscar-winning actress to a seasoned recording artist, further establishing her presence in the music industry.
Stylistic neighbors
Alicia Keys· Fantasia· Leona Lewis

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • I Remember Me

    The bridge shifts into an introspective tone where the singer confronts memories of past relationships with renewed clarity.

    This structural pivot deepens the song's emotional impact, allowing listeners to experience a transformation alongside the narrator.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 No One Gonna Love You 3:48
  • 2 I Got This 3:22
  • 3 Where You At 3:47
  • 4 Angel 3:29
  • 5 I Remember Me 4:10
  • 6 Gone 3:38
  • 7 Everybody Needs Love 3:14
  • 8 Why Is It So Hard 3:46
  • 9 Don’t Look Down 3:23
  • 10 Still Here 3:41
  • 11 Feeling Good 2:16
  • 12 Believe 4:58
  • 13 Where You At (Dave Audé remix) 5:24
  • 14 The Star Spangled Banner (live) 2:29
  • 15 What You Think 3:31
  • 16 Spotlight (Afroganic remix) 4:12

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