What makes Turn Me On by Norah Jones notable?

'Turn Me On' gained significant attention within the music community, contributing to Norah Jones' breakthrough success. It helped establish her as a prominent voice in jazz and pop, leading to multiple Grammy Awards following the release of her debut album. When 'Turn Me On' was released in January 2000, Norah Jones was just beginning her career, having debuted with her first album 'Come Away With Me' later that year. This single marked an early showcase of her signature style, setting the stage for her rise to fame.

How many songs are on Turn Me On?

Turn Me On has 2 tracks, running approximately 7 minutes.

Turn Me On

Norah Jones · 2000

7 min · 2 tracks · blues

A sultry blend of smooth jazz and blues-infused folk, wrapped in Norah Jones' velvety vocals.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Turn Me On — This title track encapsulates the essence of the album with its intimate lyrics and soothing melody, highlighting Jones' vocal prowess and emotional depth.
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Crazy (live) — The live rendition showcases Jones’ ability to reinterpret classic songs, blending her unique style with heartfelt performance, which became a hallmark of her artistry.

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 presents a solid early example of Jones' style but lacks depth for long-term engagement.

What we noticed

The title track features a slow, steady tempo with a prominent piano line that drives the arrangement.
Jones' vocal delivery is intimate and conversational, often using subtle variations in dynamics to convey emotion.
The live track 'Crazy' showcases a different energy, with a more dynamic performance that contrasts with the studio recording.

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 3/10

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 — This single helped establish Norah Jones' reputation and led to wider recognition.
Themes: intimate longing· smoky jazz clubs· velvet vocals
Career context: When 'Turn Me On' was released in January 2000, Norah Jones was just beginning her career, having debuted with her first album 'Come Away With Me' later that year. This single marked an early showcase of her signature style, setting the stage for her rise to fame.
Stylistic neighbors: Madeleine Peyroux· Diana Krall· Sarah Jarosz