True Romantic
Kate Ceberano · 1999
77 min · 18 tracks · jazz
A lush blend of pop and jazz influences, showcasing rich melodies and heartfelt lyrics over sophisticated arrangements.
Top tracks — play these first
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True Romantic Start here — The title track encapsulates the album's theme of love with its infectious chorus and vibrant instrumentation, setting the tone for Ceberano's emotional journey throughout the record.
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I Won’t Let You Down — This track stands out for its powerful vocal delivery and poignant lyrics about resilience in relationships, showcasing Ceberano’s emotive range and lyrical depth.
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Love Don’t Live Here Anymore — A haunting rendition that highlights Ceberano's ability to convey deep emotion through her vocals, transforming a classic into a personal narrative of loss and longing.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo emotional flow
- rich vocal storytelling experience
- for intimate gatherings
- reflective moments of love
- uplifting tracks for daydreaming
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of high-energy tracks
- prefer standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Solidified Ceberano's status in the Australian music scene with commercial success.
- Themes
- Australian love stories· emotional resilience· jazz-infused heartache
- Career context
- True Romantic marked Kate Ceberano's fifth studio album, following her successful 1998 release Blue Box. By this time, she had established herself as a prominent figure in the Australian music scene, known for her versatile vocal style and genre-spanning work. This album continued to build on her reputation, demonstrating her growth as an artist.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sade· Norah Jones· Diana Krall
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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I Won’t Let You Down
The bridge features a shift in tempo and intensity, emphasizing a declaration of unwavering support amidst uncertainty.
This moment introduces a dynamic change that contrasts the earlier sections, underscoring the emotional commitment expressed in the lyrics.
Tracklist
- 1 True Romantic Start here 4:20
- 2 Pash 4:22
- 3 I Won’t Let You Down 4:31
- 4 Calling You 4:09
- 5 Everything’s Alright 4:49
- 6 Love and Affection 4:06
- 7 Change 4:01
- 8 Feeling Alright 4:28
- 9 Brave 5:32
- 10 Bedroom Eyes 3:56
- 11 Time to Think 4:37
- 12 I Don’t Know How to Love Him 4:26
- 13 Love Is Alive 4:17
- 14 Young Boys Are My Weakness 3:24
- 15 All That I Want Is You 4:17
- 16 Love Don’t Live Here Anymore 4:29
- 17 See Right Through 4:11
- 18 Trust Me 3:45
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Come Away with Me
Norah Jones
Shares lush arrangements and heartfelt lyrics, blending jazz with pop sensibilities in a cozy atmosphere.
Lovers Rock
Sade
Features smooth vocals and sophisticated instrumentation, exploring themes of love and emotional depth.
When I Look in Your Eyes
Diana Krall
Combines jazz-inflected melodies with intimate storytelling, echoing themes of romance and vulnerability.
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