In Between Dreams
by Jack Johnson
User Score
8.3

Universal acclaim- based on 147 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 125 out of 147
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 147
  3. Negative: 13 out of 147

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  1. d3bates
    Jan 17, 2011
    10
    Stand-Out Tracks: All of them! -
    Favorite lyrics: "The wisdom's in the trees, not the glass windows.", "Our hearts are strong, our heads are weak, we'll always be competing, never knowing", "If I was in your position, I'd put down all my ammunition, I'd wonder why it had taken me so long." -
    Cover art: Perfect! - Position with other albums: Best Jack Johnson album, with Sleep Through The    Stand-Out Tracks: All of them! -
    Favorite lyrics: "The wisdom's in the trees, not the glass windows.", "Our hearts are strong, our heads are weak, we'll always be competing, never knowing", "If I was in your position, I'd put down all my ammunition, I'd wonder why it had taken me so long." -
    Cover art: Perfect! -
    Position with other albums: Best Jack Johnson album, with Sleep Through The Static coming in a close second -
    Overall: A very good album with no flaws. This album is very good for relaxing to, especially in the Summer.    … Expand
  2. TelmoM
    Mar 6, 2005
    9
    Great...just great!!
  3. BenC
    Mar 2, 2006
    10
    Jack Johson is so chill. I love it!
  4. HenrikeG
    Apr 7, 2006
    10
    just perfect!
  5. WillD
    May 30, 2007
    10
    As you can guess, I'm a Jack fan, and what I find hilarious about this is that, these critics are complaining that these songs aren't serious, and don't seem to get that this is the whole point to Jack's stuff.... that it's meant to be mellow and whimsical and so on...
  6. RachelM
    Mar 10, 2005
    9
    This CD is wonderful. It retains Johnsons' classic great guitar work, interesting lyrics, and terribly-catchy rhythms, but it shows added depth, with greater instrumental variety. (If I didn
  7. BrittM
    Apr 2, 2005
    10
    As usual Jack comes through w/ a masterpiece. His music is an inspiration to everyone to be a better human being.
  8. brad
    Apr 20, 2005
    10
    this album rocks!...forget rolling stone
  9. MaraN
    Apr 7, 2005
    10
    IT IS AWESOME!!!
  10. JasonS
    May 2, 2005
    8
    I find it ironic that the critics pan this "as more of the same, yet less inspiring." It seems as if they want Jack Johnson to squeeze every last ounce of mellow vibe and distill it into one album which contains the essence of the island vibe-cum-surfer turned acoustic songwriter. In Jack's own words: "If I were in your position, I'd put down all my ammunition, and wonder why it I find it ironic that the critics pan this "as more of the same, yet less inspiring." It seems as if they want Jack Johnson to squeeze every last ounce of mellow vibe and distill it into one album which contains the essence of the island vibe-cum-surfer turned acoustic songwriter. In Jack's own words: "If I were in your position, I'd put down all my ammunition, and wonder why it had taken me so long..." This album is a great listen, and is certainly worth a purchase/download.… Expand
  11. Dan
    Mar 1, 2005
    8
    Not as good as On and On, but still a pretty strong album, the usual laid back, feel good music that I love.
  12. SarahM
    Mar 1, 2005
    9
    THis album is beautiful...it's been on repeat all day. The musical styles are so varied and the lyrics make you think but are simultaneously mellow.
  13. Hans
    Mar 14, 2005
    8
    Very chill and laid back album that will be in constant play on my ipod this summer.
  14. DavidC
    Mar 2, 2005
    9
    Excellent album. It has the same feel as his others but with a few new sounds.
  15. JenniS
    Mar 22, 2005
    9
    I really like the folk sound...if you love Bob Dylan and John Prine, this is the way to go
  16. JamesB
    Mar 28, 2005
    8
    As opposed to some peoples views, I do not believe that Jack missed the boat on this one, nor did he sell out. This album is the same lackadaisical instrumentation and mellow vocals that made his other albums so great. It was however, lacking in some area that I just can't seem to figure out. Perhaps it's the lack of songs that review social issues like Cookie Jar, from On and As opposed to some peoples views, I do not believe that Jack missed the boat on this one, nor did he sell out. This album is the same lackadaisical instrumentation and mellow vocals that made his other albums so great. It was however, lacking in some area that I just can't seem to figure out. Perhaps it's the lack of songs that review social issues like Cookie Jar, from On and On. There might be one song that semi fits into that category, but I suppose this album wasn't necessarily meant to be a social commentary. All in all, the songs are great, they put you in a good mood, and isn't being in a good mood fulfilling in itself?… Expand
  17. jennap
    Mar 29, 2005
    9
    best album of jack johnsons love it!!!!!!
  18. GregJ
    Mar 30, 2005
    8
    What can I say, he's smooth as silk, lyrics are poetic, not an overly disturbing song on the entire album with the exception of Banana Pancakes but still a creative excursion never the less. Take all three of his albums, his material with G Love, Donovan Frenkenwreiter and Thicker than Water Sndtrk, combine the best of each and you have an excellent emursion of arse kickin tunes.
  19. GauravG
    Mar 3, 2005
    10
    The songwriting's much tighter, there aren't endless instrumental breakdowns, and his lyrics are great... he even sings in French and mixes in some country/folk influences. His best yet.
  20. TravisG
    Mar 7, 2005
    10
    Jack Johson is sick. This album is a good repesetation of his musical talents. It has the same formula as the other albums, except wit a more happy feel to his songs. I'd recommend it to everyone.
  21. LawrenceP
    Mar 7, 2005
    8
    Not much new here, but it's done so well that you really can't complain. Makes me want to take up surfing.
  22. DanielleB
    Apr 1, 2005
    10
    jack johnson is pure musical talent. no doubt about it beautiful
  23. LauraM
    May 1, 2005
    10
    looooove it...just bought it yesterday ive listened to it about 5 times already. more great stuff from jack.
  24. joyes
    May 19, 2005
    9
    Face it, critics only love music that is twisted, angry and musically violent! This album speaks to a soft heart and maybe there just aren't that many people, especially critics, willing to indulge that part of themselves.
  25. PeteL
    Jul 13, 2005
    8
    Wow after all the CRAP I hear on the radio and on MTV (etc.) video's that gets played over and over I find it hard to believe what some critics say about this album and music in general. If I was a music critic I'd shoot myself if I had to listen to todays music. I can count the good solid rock bands in the last thirty years (yea I'm up there in years) on one hand. Video TV Wow after all the CRAP I hear on the radio and on MTV (etc.) video's that gets played over and over I find it hard to believe what some critics say about this album and music in general. If I was a music critic I'd shoot myself if I had to listen to todays music. I can count the good solid rock bands in the last thirty years (yea I'm up there in years) on one hand. Video TV has killed quality music. Wake up everyone.... they tell you what is good and what you should buy. The video,look, promotion and packaging is what sells the no substance garbage we hear nowadays. And they push it on the tweenies with hype and way cool man. Even Rap.."Hey I'm a badass mofo rapper" is old hat and stale.This album is definitely not rock but it is a solid listening album if you just want to kick back. Some substance, but mostly nice listening tunes. Back to basic tunes. Nicely done Jack.… Expand
  26. GrayC
    Dec 8, 2006
    10
    One of the best artists of his time. Everyone should give it a try and really listen to the lyrics.
  27. BoBJiJ
    Mar 4, 2006
    8
    Laid back, relaxing, fantastic.
  28. Loona
    Aug 17, 2006
    10
    i love the album. it´s so great! i bought his other albums too and can´t stop hearing his songs. jack johnson rulez!
  29. PhilS
    Dec 2, 2005
    9
    Superb, best work to date, and that's saying something. Tunes like Banana Pancakes, Never Know, Good People, etc, are all classics, which you could listen to all day. Refreshing blend of up-beat and mellow tracks make this one fantastic album
  30. lucyn
    Dec 3, 2005
    10
    brilliant
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Metascore
58

Mixed or average reviews - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 15
  3. Negative: 1 out of 15
  1. AllMusic
    70
    The genre-blending charm and sweetness that made Brushfire Fairytales and On and On so nice doesn't change that much, but does it really have to change?
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  2. Amazon.com
    80
    The drifting chords and soft voice are still in place, only now Johnson's instinct for melody has sharpened alongside his ability to self-edit.
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  3. E! Online
    83
    There's a little reggae touch here, some mild folk there, but mostly Johnson just excels at creating gentle background music that sways like the waves and feels twice as cool.
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