User Score
Universal acclaim- based on 30 Ratings
User score distribution:
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Positive: 26 out of 30
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Mixed: 1 out of 30
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Negative: 3 out of 30
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JeremyDApr 4, 2005A solid album
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BobBJun 28, 2004I am addicted to this album and I find it curious that the only bad things I've heard about it are from apparently jaded reviewers who believe there is something new to be sung. There isn't, what is new is how well it is done and this album is tops on my list.
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RogerJJul 20, 2005Perfect for driving, the lyrics lull you into the impression you are entering a new world altogether magical. Simply enchanting.
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mikalbMar 26, 2004The EP had such promise. Although this is not a solid debut, it sure beats anything Willa Ford, or even Dido's last release.
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TimE.Jan 13, 2005Wonderful! In an era when such overhyped singer-songwriters as Norah Jones and Alicia Keys rule the airwave it's nice to know that quality TV shows like the OC recognize actual talent.
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LuciusV-RMar 27, 2005Yes, uninspiring lyrics and an equally unoriginal voice. Nothing groundbreaking in those respects. But, the production on this album is, in pop terms, superb, and should be an example for the whole industry to follow. This is a good album, but I can't help thinking that it could have been so much better.
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JohnPMar 9, 2005No need to engage your brain for this one. Her music is just a series of catchy hooks that are repeated over and over. Annoying? Oh yes.
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JamieKJul 3, 2005I completely love this album! Jem has replaced fellow brit Dido as my new favorite female singer! "Finally Woken" is brilliant! i recommend!
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TrulyOutrageousApr 20, 2004JEM! Jem is Excitement! Woooah! JEM! Jem is Adventure! Woooah! Glamour and Glitter, Fashion and Fame JEM is truly Outrageous! Truly, truly, truly Outrageous! (Woah) Jem, The music's Contageous, Outrageous! Jem, Is my name, No One Else is the Same, JEM IS MY NAAAME! JEM!
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[Anonymous]Mar 10, 2005Its not like this album is completely devoid of value... no wait... yes it is.
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FerruccioCMar 16, 2005WOW!
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DaphneApr 13, 2005I'd probably give it a higher score if she didn't have such an annoying voice - I just hate singing like that it's just completely flat all the way through and boring and ick
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raVenMay 13, 2005Very good, if front-loaded. Some lyrics are slack, but this is not noticable until the music falls back around the 2/3rds mark. All songs are listen-worthy.
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AlexejMJul 8, 2005Fantastic album! All songs are extremley catchy and worth listening, very solid pop album, probably the best pop album so far!
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LanaMMar 13, 2007This is my favorite artist and I love her album
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JoeS.Jul 4, 2008I try not to use words filppantly, but this is great music.
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MichelleS.Dec 30, 2004If you're looking for an upbeat album to accompany you on a long ride, or just a good song for a pick-me-up, this album is for you. My favorites are "Just a Ride" and "Wish I."
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ChristineRMar 31, 2004her wispy, soulful voice, resonates such sensuality that is breaks your heart. And if you've ever had your heart broken, this is the type of music you would listen to to indulge in your tragedy and make it feel beautiful.
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ShockMasterFeb 24, 2005well produced, catchy melodies, beautiful lush vocals; redundant at times with mediocre lyrics. as Jem's sound matures and takes more direction, look for this downtempo/pop songstress to join the ranks of Dido
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ellenbMar 15, 2005amazin album, luv the texts
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NicoleAMay 16, 2005Jem is very, very original, something not seen to often anymore. She uses kind of different sounds and an easy-going style to make a wonderful CD. Missing you is SO sad! It's the only sad one, however.
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AlinSDec 10, 2006This album is almost perfect! One of my favourites of all time!
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AndrewNov 22, 2004Great album, been my favorite for a few weeks now.
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Awards & Rankings
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Entertainment WeeklyThough the gently swaying songsā¦ get a bit samey after a while, more often than not she succeeds in mixing the shuffle of languid hip-hop beats with intimate melodies. [26 Mar 2004, p.73]
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Overall, Jem's songcraft is only ambitious in relation to a genre often defined by a "blander is better" pleasure principle.
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UrbA refreshing batch of summery, carefree downtempo songs. [May 2004, p.85]