What makes Time After Time by Eva Cassidy notable?

The album achieved significant chart success, reaching the top ten in several countries and solidifying Cassidy's legacy. It has been praised for its emotional depth and technical proficiency, influencing countless artists and contributing to the resurgence of interest in acoustic and folk music in the early 2000s. Released posthumously in 2000, Time After Time marked Eva Cassidy's first widespread commercial success after her death in 1996. This collection of covers showcased her remarkable vocal talent and established her as a beloved figure in folk and jazz circles, bridging the gap between her earlier local performances and international recognition.

Who is Time After Time for?

Time After Time works well if you're into steady emotional exploration, intimate listening experiences and thoughtful reflective moments.

How many songs are on Time After Time?

Time After Time has 12 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.

Time After Time

Eva Cassidy · 2000

40 min · 12 tracks · blues

A haunting blend of jazz and blues, showcasing raw emotion through Cassidy's soulful and powerful vocals.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Ain't No Sunshine — Cassidy's rendition transforms the original into a heart-wrenching exploration of loss with her emotive phrasing and delicate vocal delivery.
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Time After Time — Her interpretation infuses the classic with a sense of longing, highlighted by a nuanced performance that captures both vulnerability and strength.
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At Last — Cassidy's version breathes new life into this standard with an intimate arrangement that showcases her ability to convey deep emotional resonance.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady emotional exploration
intimate listening experiences
thoughtful reflective moments
gentle, soothing background ambiance
gradual emotional builds

Where this album fits

Career context: Released posthumously in 2000, Time After Time marked Eva Cassidy's first widespread commercial success after her death in 1996. This collection of covers showcased her remarkable vocal talent and established her as a beloved figure in folk and jazz circles, bridging the gap between her earlier local performances and international recognition.
Stylistic neighbors: Norah Jones· Sarah McLachlan· Joni Mitchell

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

Time After Time

The bridge reveals a profound commitment through a shift in imagery that contrasts past uncertainties with future promises.

This transition underscores the emotional stakes of the song, enhancing its narrative depth by juxtaposing hope against moments of doubt.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Kathy's Song 2:49
2 Ain't No Sunshine 3:28
3 The Letter 4:17
4 At Last 3:00
5 Time After Time 4:02
6 Penny to My Name 3:43
7 I Wandered by a Brookside 3:33
8 I Wish I Was a Single Girl Again 2:31
9 Easy Street Dream 3:22
10 Anniversary Song 2:56
11 Woodstock 4:23
12 Way Beyond the Blue 2:26

What to play next

Listen next

Imagine

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Songbird

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