Is Only You a good place to start with Harry Connick Jr.?

Yes, Only You is recommended as a starting point for new Harry Connick Jr. listeners. A romantic blend of classic jazz standards, delivered with a contemporary elegance and Connick's signature smooth vocals. Only You marked Harry Connick Jr.'s return to a more traditional jazz style after exploring pop and R&B in his previous albums. Released in 2004, this album followed his successful commercial peak in the late '90s and early 2000s, showcasing Connick's ability to reinterpret timeless standards while maintaining his distinct charm.

Only You works well if you're into romantic evenings with soft lighting, steady melodic flow throughout and captivating smooth vocal delivery.

How many songs are on Only You?

Only You has 12 tracks, running approximately 50 minutes.

Only You

Harry Connick Jr. · 2004

50 min · 12 tracks · jazz

A romantic blend of classic jazz standards, delivered with a contemporary elegance and Connick's signature smooth vocals.

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Top tracks — play these first

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More Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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The Very Thought of You — This track showcases Connick's ability to infuse warmth and nostalgia into a classic, with orchestral arrangements enhancing the emotional delivery.
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Save the Last Dance for Me — Connick's rendition transforms this classic into a heartfelt ballad, highlighting his unique vocal phrasing and connection to the song's romantic theme.
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You Don't Know Me — In this track, Connick captures the essence of longing through subtle dynamics and heartfelt expression, making it a standout moment on the album.

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 blends traditional jazz standards with smooth vocals and rich arrangements, making it a solid entry in Connick's catalog.

What we noticed

The album features a consistent use of lush orchestration, with strings and horns complementing Connick's piano work throughout.
Each track maintains a slow to mid-tempo pace, creating a relaxed atmosphere that emphasizes the romantic themes.
Vocals are prominent in nearly all tracks, with Connick's phrasing often mirroring the melodic lines played by the instruments.

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

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

romantic evenings with soft lighting
steady melodic flow throughout
captivating smooth vocal delivery
intimate moments of quiet reflection

Maybe skip if you

seeking high-energy dance tracks
prefer fast-paced listening experiences

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Experimental — Marks a return to traditional jazz after exploring pop and R&B styles.
Career context: Only You marked Harry Connick Jr.'s return to a more traditional jazz style after exploring pop and R&B in his previous albums. Released in 2004, this album followed his successful commercial peak in the late '90s and early 2000s, showcasing Connick's ability to reinterpret timeless standards while maintaining his distinct charm.
Stylistic neighbors: Jamie Cullum· Diana Krall· Norah Jones