The 10 Best Songs From Jann Arden: This Talented Canadian Sings Stylish Pop-Rock
One of Canada’s best keep secrets is singer-songwriter Jann Arden. She was nearly 30 years old before her career started taking off. That was about 15 years ago when she scored her first hit with I would Die For You. She followed that hit with perhaps her best known single titled, Insensitive from 1994. Born in Calgary, Canada, she is lesser known in the United States. However, north of the border, Jann Arden is extremely popular and has won many awards. She has captured several Juno Awards and has been named Female Artist of the Year twice.
Often known for her sad, achy heart pop-rock ballads, Jann Arden also knows how to create an assortment of upbeat songs. On one of her latest Cd’s, called Jann Arden from 2005, she integrates into her music more of the gregarious personality she is known for. Arden has produced eight albums in her career so far. Several of her songs have also been featured in movies. Jann Arden has also authored two books and keeps a journal on her personal website. Her next album is due out in early 2007 and will be called Uncover Me.
Since so much of her music is easy to listen to, it is difficult to find any of her songs that are disappointing. Jann Arden has maintained a high level of performance and integrity during her career. She has always managed to mixed in a few gems on every album. She is on a talent level equal to or above most female artists from the United States. Here are the top ten songs by Jann Arden:
10. All Of This
Featured on her CD, Jann Arden , this song is energetic and upbeat. She is talking about everything in life being worth the risk. The ups and downs, the heartaches and bitterness, how she stumbles and gets right back up to find the same goodness in herself that is in all of us.
9. Will You Remember Me
One of her more noted songs. From 1993, this ballad was one of the first of hers songs that Jann Arden heard on the radio. She heard it while driving. She just stopped the car, then listened and cried.
8. I Would Die For You
From 1992, she wrote this song in her basement suite while living in Calgary. The video from this song went a long way toward Jann Arden becoming a recognized person. Bordering on the depressive side, this tune was typical as she often talked about her struggles to succeed.
6. Could I Be Your Girl
Another of Jann Arden’s better known hits. She describes it as a weird-Gospel kind of song. It is sensuous and riveting.
5. Looking For It (Finding Heaven)
Energetic and soulful. Great guitar work. This tune is pleasant and features solid vocals. Excellent pop song that shows the lighter side of Jann Arden.
4. Sleepless
This is a fantastic song. Very lively and full of energy. At the same time it is stylish with laid back lyrics and gentle vocals. This is Arden at her best when she leaves the mournful ballads and sings more mainstream.
3. Insensitive She credits her neighbor with writing this song for her. It might be her best remembered single. For what ever reason, this tune changed so many things for her. It is an interesting number with a fine accompanying video.
2. Where No One Knows Me Classy and one of her best pop-rock tunes. Another of Jann Arden’s songs that never tires. When she wants to, she can add flavor with an upbeat kick to her music. It is easy to visualize her actions with the lyrics of this fine tune.
1. Sound Of
One of her most passionate creations. It features outstanding keyboards wrapped around resonating vocals. This song is about one night stands. It may be one of her saddest in reflection, however it is masterful in its harmonious flow. It is from 1998 and continues to be a favorite with its melancholy verve.
The music of Jann Arden is well worth investigating. She is one of the few artists that seldom records a dreadful song. She offers a passionate softness that is tempered with vibrant artistry. She writes most of her own material and uses her uncompromising talent to deliver some satisfying music.
