Possibilities
Herbie Hancock · 2005
58 min · 10 tracks · classical music
A vibrant fusion of jazz, R&B, and pop featuring dynamic collaborations that highlight Hancock's signature keyboard mastery.
Top tracks — play these first
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Stitched Up Start here — The opening track features a catchy groove and showcases Hancock's ability to blend jazz with modern pop sensibilities through its engaging melody and rhythm.
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When Love Comes to Town — This cover of the U2 classic features soulful vocals from John Legend, transforming the original into a rich jazz-infused ballad that highlights emotional depth.
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I Just Called to Say I Love You — Hancock's reinterpretation of Stevie Wonder's hit adds lush harmonies and intricate piano work, illustrating his skill in reimagining familiar melodies.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- gradual builds and payoffs
- long, immersive listening sessions
- contemplative evening reflections
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Revitalized Hancock's appeal with modern collaborations and crossover success.
- Themes
- collaborative jazz fusion· modern R&B influence
- Career context
- Released in 2005, Possibilities marked Herbie Hancock's return to the mainstream after his acclaimed 2002 album, Future 2 Future. This album showcases a blend of jazz with contemporary pop and R&B influences, reflecting Hancock’s adaptability and desire to reach new audiences well into his fifth decade in music. At this point in his career, he was solidifying his legacy as a genre-defying artist.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Chick Corea· Weather Report· Miles Davis
Tracklist
- 1 Stitched Up Start here 5:27
- 2 Safiatou 5:25
- 3 A Song for You 7:05
- 4 I Do It for Your Love 5:58
- 5 Hush, Hush, Hush 4:46
- 6 Sister Moon 6:54
- 7 When Love Comes to Town 8:41
- 8 Don't Explain 4:53
- 9 I Just Called to Say I Love You 5:27
- 10 Gelo Na Montanha 3:48
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Black Radio
Robert Glasper
Merges jazz with R&B and hip-hop influences, featuring collaborative guest performances.
Chamber Music Society
Esperanza Spalding
Blends jazz with classical elements and rich vocal harmonies, showcasing modern sensibilities.
The Epic
Kamasi Washington
Combines expansive jazz fusion with contemporary influences, creating a rich, collaborative sound.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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