About this album
Where they were
By the time 'Pop Pop' was released in 1991, Rickie Lee Jones had already established herself as a unique voice in the music scene with her self-titled debut in 1979. This album arrived after a period of personal and professional re-evaluation, showcasing her return to more intimate, jazz-oriented arrangements following her 1989 release 'Flying Cowboys'.
Why it matters
Critically acclaimed upon its release, 'Pop Pop' marked a significant artistic shift for Jones, emphasizing her jazz influences and emotional songwriting. The album's reception helped solidify her status as a versatile artist capable of exploring various musical genres beyond her initial pop-rock sound, influencing contemporaries in the singer-songwriter movement.
Essential tracks
- "My One and Only Love" — This track beautifully showcases Jones's ability to evoke deep emotion through her vocal delivery and lyrical sincerity, setting the tone for the entire album.
- "Bye Bye Blackbird" — 'Bye Bye Blackbird' exemplifies Jones's jazz influences, transforming this classic into a haunting reflection on loss and longing that resonates throughout the album.
- "Love Junkyard" — This song highlights Jones's storytelling prowess, blending vivid imagery with a playful yet melancholic melody that captures the essence of love's complexities.
Release Date
September 24, 1991
Artist Origin
United States
Tracklist
- 1 My One and Only Love 5:56
- 2 Spring Can Really Hang You Up the Most 3:57
- 3 Hi-Lili Hi-Lo 3:38
- 4 Up From the Skies 4:32
- 5 Second Time Around 4:52
- 6 Dat Dere 4:10
- 7 I'll Be Seeing You 3:16
- 8 Bye Bye Blackbird 2:23
- 9 The Ballad of the Sad Young Men 4:22
- 10 I Won't Grow Up 3:12
- 11 Love Junkyard 4:11
- 12 Comin' Back to Me 5:35
