What makes Imagine by Eva Cassidy notable?

The album has been well-received, reaching the top of the charts in several countries and contributing to Cassidy's growing legacy as a powerful vocalist. Imagine has influenced numerous artists and remains a staple in folk and jazz circles, showcasing Cassidy's ability to bring new life to familiar songs. Imagine is Eva Cassidy's posthumous release, coming out in 2002, five years after her untimely death from cancer. This album is significant as it presents previously unreleased recordings, allowing listeners to experience her remarkable vocal talent and artistic range even after she had left the public eye.

Imagine works well if you're into steady, consistent reflective journey, emotional depth and contemplation and intimate late-night listening sessions.

How many songs are on Imagine?

Imagine has 10 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.

Imagine

Eva Cassidy · 2002

40 min · 10 tracks · blues

Soulful interpretations of classic songs blend blues and jazz influences, showcasing a distinct emotional depth throughout the album.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Imagine — This rendition transforms John Lennon's iconic song into a soulful ballad, highlighting Cassidy's ability to imbue profound emotion into familiar melodies.
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Who Knows Where the Time Goes? — Cassidy’s hauntingly beautiful interpretation captures the bittersweet essence of time and nostalgia, showcasing her vocal strength and emotional delivery.
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Fever — Her sultry take on this classic blues standard demonstrates not only her versatility but also her mastery of phrasing and dynamics.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

60 /100

Treeline

Higher than 66% of albums we've rated

Cassidy's soulful interpretations shine through, supported by solid arrangements but lacking in overall cohesion.

What we noticed

Several tracks include subtle tempo changes, with 'Fever' employing a slow swing feel while 'Imagine' presents a more reflective pace.
The final track, 'Danny Boy', is notably longer than the others, extending the emotional weight of the album's conclusion.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 8/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

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, consistent reflective journey
emotional depth and contemplation
intimate late-night listening sessions
gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

Career context: Imagine is Eva Cassidy's posthumous release, coming out in 2002, five years after her untimely death from cancer. This album is significant as it presents previously unreleased recordings, allowing listeners to experience her remarkable vocal talent and artistic range even after she had left the public eye.
Stylistic neighbors: Norah Jones· Sarah McLachlan· Joni Mitchell

Tracklist

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

1 It Doesn’t Matter Anymore 3:13
2 Fever 3:56
3 Who Knows Where the Time Goes? 5:42
4 You’ve Changed 4:48
5 Imagine 4:36
6 Still Not Ready 4:48
7 Early Morning Rain 4:05
8 Tennessee Waltz 2:32
9 I Can Only Be Me 3:19
10 Danny Boy 3:41

What to play next

Listen next

American Tune

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Time After Time

2000

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