Top tracks — play these first
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What a wonderful world Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Hallelujah — This cover stands out due to Kokia’s hauntingly beautiful delivery, breathing new life into Leonard Cohen's timeless lyrics while emphasizing emotional vulnerability.
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Over The Rainbow — Kokia’s interpretation transforms this classic into a soaring anthem of hope, highlighting her vocal range and ability to convey deep emotion through simplicity.
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The Long and Winding Road — Her rendition captures the melancholy essence of the original while adding an ethereal quality, showcasing her unique stylistic approach to familiar material.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Kokia's reimagining of classics showcases her vocal strength and emotional depth, though the material is familiar.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of orchestral arrangements that complement Kokia's vocals, creating a lush soundscape throughout.
- Each track is a reinterpretation of a classic song, with Kokia's vocal delivery often emphasizing emotional nuances in the lyrics.
- The pacing varies slightly, with some tracks maintaining a slow tempo while others introduce more dynamic shifts, but overall it remains reflective and serene.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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 journey throughout
- soothing melodies for relaxation
- heartfelt vocals for introspection
- for reflective evenings
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced music
- seek high-energy anthems
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — Beloved for its fresh takes on classics, showcasing Kokia's vocal strength.
- Career context
- Released in 2010, Musique a la Carte marked Kokia's exploration of classic songs from various genres, following her 2008 album, Peace. At this point in her career, she was already recognized for her unique vocal style and had a loyal fanbase, aiming to reinterpret beloved tracks while showcasing her artistic versatility.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lisa Hannigan· Aurora· Fiona Apple
Tracklist
- 1 What a wonderful world Start here 4:37
- 2 Hallelujah 4:42
- 3 Amazing Grace 4:49
- 4 Love Me Tender 4:36
- 5 Teo Torriatte(Let Us Cling Together) 4:34
- 6 Over The Rainbow 4:12
- 7 Black is the Colour 3:47
- 8 MOONLIGHT SHADOW 4:08
- 9 Scarborough Fair 4:30
- 10 Bye Bye Blackbird 2:36
- 11 The Long and Winding Road 3:38
- 12 Bridge Over Troubled Water 5:44
- 13 Smile 4:08
- 14 DESPERADO 3:38
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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