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Nie patrzysz Start here — This opening track sets the tone with its lush instrumentation and emotional vocal delivery, encapsulating the album's essence of introspection and longing.
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Jaka ja Kayah — The title track stands out for its catchy melody and engaging lyrics, serving as an anthem of self-identity and empowerment that resonates throughout the record.
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Anioł wiedział — This song highlights Kayah's vocal prowess, merging haunting melodies with profound themes of love and loss, showcasing her ability to convey deep emotions.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with surprises
- rich vocal harmonies to savor
- dynamic progression throughout listening
- reflective moments for deep thought
- intricate melodies for attentive ears
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward, fast-paced music
- seek instant gratification in tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — Marks a shift to a more innovative sound in her discography.
- Themes
- Polish cultural identity· haunting love stories· soulful self-discovery
- Career context
- Released in 2000, JakaJaKayah marked Kayah's transition into a more experimental phase following her successful debut album, Kamień. At this point in her career, she had already established herself as a prominent figure in Polish music, and this album showcased her versatility by incorporating diverse musical influences and collaborations.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Anna Maria Jopek· Maria Schneider· Nina Simone
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Nie patrzysz Start here 7:38
- 2 Zulus 0:12
- 3 Anioł wiedział 3:40
- 4 Za blisko 3:49
- 5 Dla niego 2:45
- 6 Jaka ja Kayah 4:53
- 7 Na wieki 4:09
- 8 Nie wiedziałam (o synku) 5:54
- 9 Wbrew naturze 3:55
- 10 Kiedy mówisz 4:21
- 11 A tymczasem na zapleczu 0:15
- 12 Topielice 3:45
- 13 James Bond 4 Gut By 3:56
Disc 2
- 1 Jaka ja Kayah (Smolik mix) 7:12
- 2 Anioł wiedział (Smolik mix) 6:00
- 3 Jaka ja Kayah (wersja instrumentalna) 3:54
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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