What makes My Story by Jenny Berggren notable?

The album was well-received in Sweden, debuting at number four on the Swedish Albums Chart. It solidified Berggren's presence as a solo artist and influenced a wave of female artists in the EDM scene during the early 2010s. My Story marked Jenny Berggren's first solo album after her tenure with Ace of Base, which had ended in 2007. Released in 2010, it showcased her transition into a more personal artistic expression, differentiating herself from the group's sound while retaining an electronic dance music foundation.

How many songs are on My Story?

My Story has 14 tracks, running approximately 48 minutes.

My Story

Jenny Berggren · 2010

48 min · 14 tracks · electronic dance music

An energizing blend of electronic beats and emotive pop melodies that captures a sense of personal liberation and introspection.

Spotify Apple Music

YouTube Music YouTube Deezer Bandcamp SoundCloud

Own it: Amazon eBay

Top tracks — play these first

→
Free Me — This opening track introduces the album's themes of self-liberation and empowerment, featuring infectious hooks that set the tone for Berggren's solo journey.
→
Living in a Circus — The song employs vivid imagery to convey feelings of chaos and longing, showcasing Berggren's lyrical depth while maintaining an upbeat tempo ideal for dance floors.
→
Give Me the Faith — This track highlights a more introspective side of Berggren, combining uplifting lyrics with soaring melodies that resonate with listeners seeking encouragement and hope.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

46 /100

Foothills

Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album blends energetic EDM with personal themes, showcasing a solid transition for Berggren but lacks standout depth.

What we noticed

The first half of the album features upbeat tracks that maintain a consistent tempo, while the second half introduces slower, more introspective pieces.
Several tracks incorporate layered synths and vocal harmonies, creating a rich soundscape that contrasts with the driving beats.
The album includes interludes like 'Intro' and 'Going Home' that serve as transitions between the main tracks, affecting the overall pacing.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
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.

Tracklist

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

1 Intro 1:13
2 Free Me 2:32
3 Living in a Circus 2:59
4 Spend This Night 2:35
5 Dying to Stay Alive 3:36
6 Numb 4:14
7 Gotta Go 4:03
8 Here I Am 3:13
9 Give Me the Faith 4:55
10 Beat of my Heart 3:25
11 Air of Love 3:22
12 Natural Superstar 4:05
13 Here I Am (Sthlm Sound Radio Remix) 4:07
14 Going Home 3:55

What to play next

Go back to

Here I Am

2010

Full Jenny Berggren discography Artists like Jenny Berggren

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata