Lockdown Sessions cover

Lockdown Sessions

Lara Fabian · 2020

43 min · 12 tracks · pop music

A reflective collection of intimate ballads blending operatic pop and heartfelt lyrics, capturing the essence of isolation and resilience.

Top tracks — play these first

  • →
    Listen to the Silence — This opening track sets the tone for the entire album, encapsulating themes of solitude and contemplation through its haunting melody and evocative lyrics.
  • →
    Feminicide — This powerful song addresses a critical social issue, using poignant imagery and emotional weight to evoke a strong response from listeners about violence against women.
  • →
    Dance Under the Rain — Offering a sense of hope and resilience, this track contrasts the album's heavier themes with an uplifting message about finding joy in adversity.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

59 /100
Treeline
Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The album effectively combines emotional depth with strong vocal performances, though it may not stand out significantly in its genre.

What we noticed

  • The first half of the album features tracks that build in emotional intensity, culminating in a powerful vocal performance on 'Feminicide'.
  • Several songs incorporate orchestral arrangements, enhancing the operatic pop sound and creating a lush backdrop for the vocals.
  • The final three tracks slow down significantly, with 'Introspection' and 'One' providing a reflective conclusion to the album.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

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 reflective listening experience
  • intimate moments of solitude
  • poignant themes of resilience
  • thoughtful exploration of emotions
  • gentle pacing for introspection

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking high-energy tracks
  • prefer upbeat party vibes

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Late Career Highlight — Shows continued artistic evolution during a period of recalibration.
Career context
When 'Lockdown Sessions' was released in December 2020, Lara Fabian was experiencing a period of artistic recalibration after her previous album, 'Camouflage' (2018). This album marks her return to the music scene during the global pandemic, showcasing her adaptability and emotional depth in songwriting amidst unprecedented circumstances.
Stylistic neighbors
Sarah Brightman· Céline Dion· Andrea Bocelli

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Listen to the Silence 4:15
  • 2 I Remember 4:26
  • 3 Song for a Child 4:18
  • 4 Le Passage 3:48
  • 5 Dance Under the Rain 2:49
  • 6 Reinvention 3:25
  • 7 Fenomenology 3:43
  • 8 Feminicide 3:30
  • 9 Live Your Life 3:18
  • 10 Dichotomie 3:20
  • 11 Introspection 3:16
  • 12 One 3:25

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata