I Thought About You
Eliane Elias · 2013
54 min · 14 tracks · jazz
A sultry blend of jazz standards infused with Brazilian rhythms and Eliane Elias's warm, expressive vocals.
Top tracks — play these first
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I Thought About You Start here — The title track serves as a heartfelt opener, showcasing Elias's emotive vocal delivery and intricate piano work that sets the tone for the entire album.
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Embraceable You — This rendition features a delicate balance of longing and tenderness, highlighted by Elias's nuanced phrasing and subtle rhythmic shifts that breathe new life into this classic.
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You Don’t Know What Love Is — Elias's interpretation transforms this standard into a poignant exploration of vulnerability, with her expressive playing creating an intimate atmosphere that invites deep reflection.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends Brazilian rhythms with jazz standards, showcasing strong musicianship and cohesive arrangements.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of Brazilian rhythms interwoven with traditional jazz standards, creating a unique rhythmic texture.
- Each track showcases Eliane Elias's expressive piano playing, often accompanied by subtle percussion that enhances the overall groove.
- The arrangement of the tracks maintains a smooth flow, with transitions that keep the listener engaged without abrupt changes in tempo or mood.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
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whether it sounds like itself
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady melodic journey throughout
- sophisticated warmth for evenings
- intimate listening with loved ones
- reflective moments over coffee
Maybe skip if you
- seeking fast-paced excitement
- prefer standalone hit tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — Showcases her unique blend of jazz standards and Brazilian rhythms, receiving critical acclaim.
- Themes
- Brazilian jazz fusion· intimate piano ballads
- Career context
- By 2013, Eliane Elias was well-established as a prominent figure in the jazz world, having released over a dozen albums. 'I Thought About You' marked her return to classic jazz standards, following her acclaimed album 'Light My Fire' from 2012, showcasing her growth as both a pianist and vocalist.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Chick Corea· Pat Metheny· Herbie Hancock
Tracklist
- 1 I Thought About You Start here 4:56
- 2 There Will Never Be Another You 4:43
- 3 This Can’t Be Love 3:53
- 4 Embraceable You 5:05
- 5 That Old Feeling 3:53
- 6 Everything Depends on You 3:38
- 7 I’ve Never Been in Love Before 3:54
- 8 Let’s Get Lost 4:19
- 9 You Don’t What Love Is 5:13
- 10 Blue Room 2:11
- 11 Just Friends 3:30
- 12 Girl Talk 3:50
- 13 Just in Time 2:37
- 14 I Get Along Without You Very Well 3:05
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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