What makes That Day by Natalie Imbruglia notable?

That Day received positive reviews and showcased Imbruglia's continued relevance in the early 2000s pop scene, reaching the top 40 charts in several countries. Its radio-friendly sound contributed to her established reputation as a prominent pop artist following her initial breakthrough. Released in late 2001, That Day followed Natalie Imbruglia's successful debut album, Left of the Middle. At this point in her career, she was transitioning from a breakout artist to a mainstream pop figure, building on her earlier successes while exploring new musical directions.

How many songs are on That Day?

That Day has 2 tracks, running approximately 7 minutes.

That Day

Natalie Imbruglia · 2001

7 min · 2 tracks · pop music

Melodic pop-rock blending emotionally resonant lyrics with Imbruglia's distinctive, emotive vocals in a polished production.

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Top tracks — play these first

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That Day (radio edit) — This track serves as the album's lead single, encapsulating Imbruglia's signature style with its catchy melody and relatable themes of longing and introspection.
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Shikaiya — As the second track on the album, Shikaiya presents a different sonic texture, highlighting Imbruglia's versatility as it blends elements of pop rock with subtle world music influences.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

42 /100

Lowland

Higher than 1% of albums we've rated

The single showcases solid pop songwriting and production but lacks depth for lasting engagement.

What we noticed

The lead track features a steady mid-tempo beat with layered instrumentation that builds throughout the song.
The second track, 'Shikaiya', presents a more subdued arrangement, contrasting with the energetic first track.

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: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 4/10

Influence 2/10

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.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — This single solidified her status in mainstream pop after her debut.
Themes: post-9/11 reflection· longing for connection
Career context: Released in late 2001, That Day followed Natalie Imbruglia's successful debut album, Left of the Middle. At this point in her career, she was transitioning from a breakout artist to a mainstream pop figure, building on her earlier successes while exploring new musical directions.
Stylistic neighbors: Dido· Sarah McLachlan· Sheryl Crow