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Feels like Home

by Norah Jones

Released: February 10, 2004

Pop, jazz, folk, country

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Why This Album Matters

This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Breakthrough.

The Album

"Feels like Home" is the second studio album by American singer-songwriter Norah Jones, released in 2004. The album features a mix of original songs and covers, including tracks written by Jones herself as well as collaborations with other songwriters. Tracks like "Sunrise," "Those Sweet Words," and "What Am I to You?" highlight Jones' soulful vocals, intimate songwriting, and understated musical arrangements.

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This shift in style reflects Jones' desire to…

This shift in style reflects Jones' desire to expand her musical horizons while staying true to her own artistic vision.

It remains a beloved album among fans of…

It remains a beloved album among fans of contemporary jazz and singer-songwriter music, and solidifies Jones' place as one of the most talented and influential artists of her generation.

"Feels like Home" sees Jones exploring a more…

"Feels like Home" sees Jones exploring a more rootsy and country-inspired sound compared to her previous work, with elements of folk, blues, and Americana woven throughout the album.

Overall, "Feels like Home" stands as a worthy…

Overall, "Feels like Home" stands as a worthy follow-up to Norah Jones' groundbreaking debut album, showcasing her continued growth and versatility as an artist.

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Essential Tracks

Sunrise

Tracks like "Sunrise," "Those Sweet Words," and "What Am I to You?" highlight Jones' soulful vocals, intimate songwriting, and understated musical arrangements.

What Am I To You?

Tracks like "Sunrise," "Those Sweet Words," and "What Am I to You?" highlight Jones' soulful vocals, intimate songwriting, and understated musical arrangements.

Those Sweet Words

Tracks like "Sunrise," "Those Sweet Words," and "What Am I to You?" highlight Jones' soulful vocals, intimate songwriting, and understated musical arrangements.

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Reception

Upon its release, "Feels like Home" received positive reviews from critics, who praised Jones' mature songwriting, emotive vocals, and the album's warm and inviting atmosphere. It was a commercial success, debuting at number one on the Billboard 200 chart and earning Jones several Grammy nominations. Following the massive success of her debut album "Come Away with Me," which won multiple Grammy Awards, "Feels like Home" continues to showcase Jones' signature blend of jazz, pop, and country influences.

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The Complete Album Story

"Feels like Home" is the second studio album by American singer-songwriter Norah Jones, released in 2004. Following the massive success of her debut album "Come Away with Me," which won multiple Grammy Awards, "Feels like Home" continues to showcase Jones' signature blend of jazz, pop, and country influences.

The album features a mix of original songs and covers, including tracks written by Jones herself as well as collaborations with other songwriters. Tracks like "Sunrise," "Those Sweet Words," and "What Am I to You?" highlight Jones' soulful vocals, intimate songwriting, and understated musical arrangements.

"Feels like Home" sees Jones exploring a more rootsy and country-inspired sound compared to her previous work, with elements of folk, blues, and Americana woven throughout the album. This shift in style reflects Jones' desire to expand her musical horizons while staying true to her own artistic vision.

Overall, "Feels like Home" stands as a worthy follow-up to Norah Jones' groundbreaking debut album, showcasing her continued growth and versatility as an artist. It remains a beloved album among fans of contemporary jazz and singer-songwriter music, and solidifies Jones' place as one of the most talented and influential artists of her generation.