Songbook
Angela Aki · 2012
47 min · 12 tracks · pop music
A heartfelt blend of classic covers and original compositions, showcasing Angela Aki's emotive piano-driven pop sensibilities.
Top tracks — play these first
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Honesty Start here — establishes the emotional core of the record
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True Colors — Aki's rendition of this classic is both tender and powerful, capturing the song's themes of vulnerability and acceptance with her distinctive vocal delivery.
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Material Girl — Her interpretation transforms this iconic pop hit into a reflective ballad, offering a fresh perspective on its commentary about materialism.
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Creep — This cover presents an emotionally charged performance that conveys a sense of isolation and longing, resonating deeply with listeners familiar with the original.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for reflective moments
- heartfelt renditions of familiar songs
- for quiet afternoons
- emotive piano-driven arrangements
- sing-along potential with friends
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy tracks
- prefer standalone singles
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — First album of English-language covers, showcasing a new direction in her music.
- Career context
- Released in 2012, Songbook marks Angela Aki's first album of English-language covers after her successful Japanese releases, including the acclaimed 2006 album, These Words. This project represents a significant artistic transition as she sought to reach a broader audience while retaining her signature emotional depth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- yuna· Norah Jones· Sara Bareilles
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Still Fighting It
The transition from addressing struggles in the first person to a collective 'we' emphasizes shared experiences of resilience and hope.
This shift underscores the communal aspect of facing life’s challenges, making the listener feel included in a collective journey.
Tracklist
- 1 Honesty Start here 3:55
- 2 Will You Dance? 3:13
- 3 We’re All Alone 4:35
- 4 Material Girl 3:52
- 5 True Colors 3:55
- 6 Without You 3:15
- 7 Today 3:45
- 8 Kiss From A Rose 4:13
- 9 A Song For You 4:27
- 10 Creep 4:20
- 11 Still Fighting It 4:20
- 12 It's So Hard To Say Goodbye To Yesterday 3:04
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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