What makes Sunday Morning by Maroon 5 notable?

'Sunday Morning' received widespread acclaim, contributing to the album's commercial success, which peaked at number six on the Billboard 200. The song is often highlighted for its smooth sound and was nominated for a Grammy Award, solidifying Maroon 5's place in the pop-rock landscape. Released as part of Maroon 5's debut album, 'Songs About Jane', 'Sunday Morning' marked a significant moment in the band's transition from local favorites to mainstream success. At this point in their career, they had just begun to gain traction following the hit single 'This Love', establishing their blend of pop and rock influences.

How many songs are on Sunday Morning?

Sunday Morning has 3 tracks, running approximately 12 minutes.

Sunday Morning

Maroon 5 · 2004

12 min · 3 tracks · alternative rock

Smooth melodies intertwine with funk grooves, capturing the essence of early 2000s pop rock innovation.

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Sunday Morning (album version) — This track serves as a quintessential showcase of Maroon 5's melodic sensibility and Adam Levine's distinctive vocal style, encapsulating the band's appeal.
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Shiver (live from ''Hard Rock Live'') — The live performance captures the band's energetic stage presence and highlights their ability to translate studio polish into dynamic live energy.
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Through With You (live from ''Hard Rock Live'') — This track features raw emotional delivery and showcases the band's knack for blending rock elements with catchy hooks that resonate with audiences.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

45 /100

Lowland

Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

The single combines smooth melodies and funk grooves but lacks depth for lasting engagement.

What we noticed

The main track features a laid-back groove with a prominent bass line that drives the rhythm throughout.
The song employs a call-and-response vocal style, where the lead singer alternates phrases with backing vocals.
The live tracks included showcase a more energetic performance style, contrasting with the smoothness of the album version.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 4/10

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.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Helped establish Maroon 5's reputation and mainstream success.
Themes: morning light intimacy· early 2000s nostalgia· smooth urban landscapes
Career context: Released as part of Maroon 5's debut album, 'Songs About Jane', 'Sunday Morning' marked a significant moment in the band's transition from local favorites to mainstream success. At this point in their career, they had just begun to gain traction following the hit single 'This Love', establishing their blend of pop and rock influences.
Stylistic neighbors: OneRepublic· Panic! at the Disco· Train