NEW DOUBLE LP
New sealed copy. 2025 Craft Recordings limited edition reissue on amethyst coloured vinyl. Gatefold jacket.
Pieces of You introduced Jewel as one of the defining singer-songwriters of the 1990s. Released in 1995 and produced by Ben Keith, the album blends raw, acoustic intimacy with unvarnished emotional honesty. Recorded partly live at San Diego’s Innerchange coffeehouse and partly at Neil Young’s Redwood City studio, it captured the immediacy of her early performances. The songs, many written during her teenage years, reflect a folk sensibility rooted in vulnerability and self-discovery.
Initially overlooked, Pieces of You gained momentum two years later when Jewel toured as Bob Dylan’s opening act. “Who Will Save Your Soul,” “You Were Meant for Me,” and “Foolish Games” became massive radio hits, transforming the once-obscure debut into a multi-platinum phenomenon. Its understated production and focus on storytelling stood apart from the glossy pop of its era, connecting deeply with audiences seeking sincerity and warmth.
The album eventually peaked at No. 4 on the Billboard 200 and went on to become one of the best-selling debuts of all time, certified 12× Platinum by the RIAA. Despite mixed initial reviews, Pieces of You endures as a touchstone of 1990s singer-songwriter artistry, praised for its emotional clarity and timeless simplicity.
TRACKLIST:
A1 Who Will Save Your Soul
A2 Pieces Of You
A3 Little Sister
A4 Foolish Games
A5 Near You Always
B1 Painters
B2 Morning Song
B3 Adrian
B4 I'm Sensitive
C1 You Were Meant For Me
C2 Don't
C3 Daddy
C4 Angel Standing By
C5 Amen
D1 Emily
D2 Rocker Girl
D3 Everything Breaks
D4 Cold Song
D5 Angel Needs A Ride
