Top tracks — play these first
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Hymn Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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At Seventeen — The song narrates the painful experience of feeling like an outsider during adolescence, capturing raw emotions with its haunting melody and introspective lyrics.
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Jesse — This track stands out for its poignant storytelling about lost love and longing, showcasing Ian's ability to convey deep emotional truths through her songwriting.
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When the Party’s Over — The song reflects on themes of isolation amidst social gatherings, using vivid imagery to express feelings of disconnection and melancholy.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- reflective moments of quiet introspection
- wave-like pacing with emotional peaks
- poignant narratives for thoughtful listening
- warm storytelling for cozy evenings
- danceable rhythms for lighthearted gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy party tracks
- prefer standalone singles over albums
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album includes 'At Seventeen', which significantly raised Ian's profile.
- Career context
- In 1978, Janis Ian was transitioning from her early fame as a folk singer-songwriter to a broader pop audience. 'Remember...' followed her successful album 'Between the Lines', which included the hit 'At Seventeen'. This release continued to showcase her lyrical depth and emotional resonance, solidifying her place in the singer-songwriter tradition.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Joni Mitchell· Carole King· Laura Nyro
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Hymn Start here 4:41
- 2 When the Party’s Over 4:08
- 3 From Me to You 3:29
- 4 Jesse 5:58
- 5 Watercolors 6:23
- 6 New York in the Springtime 1:49
- 7 In the Winter 3:12
- 8 Applause 4:14
- 9 Party Lights 3:41
- 10 I Want to Make You Love Me 3:08
- 11 Hotels & One‐Night Stands 3:35
- 12 Love Is Blind 2:28
Disc 2
- 1 Medley: Miracle Row 2:13
- 2 Maria 6:17
- 3 Let Me Be Lonely 3:54
- 4 Boy, I Really Tide One On 3:30
- 5 Slow Dance Romance 3:53
- 6 Take to the Sky 7:20
- 7 At Seventeen 5:20
- 8 Will You Dance? 4:27
- 9 I Would Like to Dance 3:33
- 10 Bright Lights and Promises 9:32
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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