Sentimental Journey
Emmy Rossum · 2013
42 min · 13 tracks · pop music
A nostalgic blend of classic pop standards delivered with emotive vocals and lush orchestral arrangements.
Top tracks — play these first
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Sentimental Journey — The title track encapsulates the album’s theme of nostalgia, featuring Rossum's expressive voice over a sweeping orchestral arrangement that evokes longing.
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These Foolish Things (Remind Me of You) — This track stands out with its poignant lyrics reflecting on lost love, showcasing Rossum's ability to convey deep emotion through subtle vocal nuances.
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Autumn Leaves (Les feuilles mortes) — With its melancholic melody and rich harmonies, this rendition highlights Rossum's interpretative skills, bringing a fresh perspective to a well-loved classic.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Rossum's interpretations of classic standards are well-executed but do not significantly innovate within the genre.
What we noticed
- The album features lush orchestral arrangements that support Rossum's emotive vocal delivery throughout.
- The tempo varies across tracks, with some maintaining a slow, reflective pace while others pick up slightly, but none exceed mid-tempo.
- 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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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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
- nostalgic reflections on love
- gentle peaks of emotion
- for cozy evenings
- steady pacing encourages relaxation
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy engagement
- prefer modern chart-toppers
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2013, Sentimental Journey is Emmy Rossum's first album of classic standards, marking a departure from her previous work in pop and classical music. This project came after her debut album, Inside Out, which showcased her original compositions. The album reflects Rossum’s desire to explore the jazz and pop genres that influenced her early musical education.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lana Del Rey· Florence + the Machine· Sara Bareilles
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Sentimental Journey 3:51
- 2 The Object of My Affection 3:26
- 3 I’m Looking Over a Four Leaf Clover 2:19
- 4 These Foolish Things (Remind Me of You) 4:09
- 5 I’ll Be With You in Apple Blossom Time 3:24
- 6 Summer Wind 3:13
- 7 Many Tears Ago 2:16
- 8 All I Do Is Dream of You 3:16
- 9 Nobody Knows You When You’re Down and Out 3:18
- 10 Autumn Leaves (Les feuilles mortes) 4:20
- 11 Things 3:04
- 12 Pretty Paper 4:33
- 13 Keep Young and Beautiful 1:28
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