When I Become Me cover

When I Become Me

Hanna Pakarinen · 2004

47 min · 12 tracks · pop music · rock music

Empowering pop anthems blend with emotive rock ballads, showcasing a journey of self-discovery and resilience.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo empowerment
  • anthems for self-discovery
  • uplifting moments of resilience
  • sing-along anthems with friends

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer faster-paced music
  • dislike emotional ballads

Where this album fits

Career context
When I Become Me marks Hanna Pakarinen's debut album following her victory in the Finnish version of Pop Idol in 2003. Released in early 2004, it positioned her as a significant fresh voice in the Finnish music scene. This album helped solidify her career trajectory after gaining fame through television competition.
Stylistic neighbors
Annie· Natalie Imbruglia· Katy Perry

Tracklist

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

  • 1 When I Become Me 5:03
  • 2 Run 3:13
  • 3 Fearless 3:21
  • 4 How Can I Miss You 4:00
  • 5 Ejected 3:43
  • 6 Love's Run Over Me 4:44
  • 7 Don't Hang Up 3:53
  • 8 Save My Life Tonight 4:26
  • 9 Sorry 3:46
  • 10 Heaven 3:55
  • 11 Superhero 3:43
  • 12 Love Is Like a Song 4:02

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