IDINA MENZEL: Here

Idina Menzel

Here

© 2004 Idina Menzel (829757604022)

CD permanently out of stock. Sorry!

Acoustic/Unplugged soulful pop

notes

While performing in her own band in New York City, Idina became sidetracked by a call from her agent at the time who suggested she try out for a part in a small musical project at the New York Theatre Workshop. The director was looking for rock singers instead of theatrically-trained ones for a contemporary musical. That small musical project became one of the year's most impactful entertainment properties - the Broadway hit, Rent. Idina helped create the roll of Maureen for which she recieved a Tony nomination. The experience not only drew her into a new world, but led her to create a truly versatile, multi-media career...

In theatre: Ms. Menzel also earned a Drama Desk Award nomination for her performance as 'Kate' in Gabriel Barre's The Wild Party, produced by Manhattan Theatre Club. In her second collaboration with Barre, she originated the role of Dorothy in Summer of '42 at Goodspeed, and she starred last spring as 'Sheila' in City Center's Encore Series production of Hair, directed by Kathleen Marshall. Ms. Menzel returned to Broadway playing 'Amneris' in Elton John's musical, AIDA and also starred in The Vagina Monologues directed by Joe Mantello. Most recently she has again teamed up with Mr. Mantello on Broadway to star as 'Elphaba' in Wicked.

In music: An accomplished songwriter as well as singer, Idina released her debut album of original material, "Still I Can't Be Still" on Hollywood Records and performed at the 1998 Lillith Fair summer concert festival. Her most recent album, "Here" was produced and co-written by Jamey Jaz and the team at Touch of Jazz.


In film: Ms. Menzel has appeared in SUMMER OF SAM directed by Spike Lee, STILL A KISS directed by Fisher Steven, KISSING JESSICA STEIN directed by Charles Herman-Wurmfeld, TOLLBOOTH directed by Debra Kirschner and WATER directed by Jennifer Houlton.

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  • well
    author: leanna

    of course it's great, it's idina menzel she does great stuff always is there no possible way to get this album, because i want to own it!!

  • Tis amazing but rare
    author: Marlee [[aka idinas biggest fan]]

    Omg i luv this cd its amazinggg its rlly relaxing...but the cd is like impossible to get ahold offff =[

  • FREAKIN AMAZING!!!!
    author: BgreenANDmoo

    This CD and is AWESOME!!Idina is amazing and i cant wait for her next CD it should be coming out soon!!!

  • GREAT!
    author: alex

    This CD is great. i love idina and this cd makes me love her even more!!

  • Absolutely love this CD! It's so AWESOME!!!
    author: Stephanie

    I love this Cd, and I love Idina's voice. I really want to get it sometime, since I have heard her from Wicked the Musical. I'd give it 6 billion if the review had that many stars. :-)

  • I love Idina's voice
    author: Kelly

    Ever since I heard and watched her on Rent, I thought she had a beautiful voice

  • Can I give it MORE than 5 stars?!?!?!
    author: Kayla

    This has to be one of the best CD's i have ever heard. She is an amazing singer and these songs are so deep and have so much meaning. I LOVE IT!!!!

  • Love this cd!!!!
    author: Elizabeth

    Loved her in rent and wicked! This CD just shows how diverse she is and truly shows her range!!!!!

  • Amazing and Sensual
    author: Francyne

    Sometimes you feel like you see or hear something that moves you, takes you somewhere you don’t want to go but follow blindly you do because you trust the emotion attached to it this is how I feel about Here…. Having been a fan of hers since her days in rent it has been thrilling to finally see her in Wicked in London; luckily I’ve gotten to see her 4 times already. This CD is amazing, it’s beautifully written with sensual lyrics that pour over you and soothe you. I especially love you’d be surprised and every time I listen to it, it moves me all again. As much as I love Still Here, that’s more poppy and I think Idina does Acoustic style better. Great CD, Every one should buy it….

  • Beautiful
    author: Jo

    This CD is brilliant. The thing I love about Idina's music is how personal her lyrics are, both in the album and also Still I Can't Be Still. Her voice can be both beltingly powerful and soothingly calm. Here is the kind of Cd that makes you feel cosy and warm. I love it.

  • Wonderful!
    author: Ashley

    A wonderful cd! it was a birthday gift for my sister and she is the biggest idina fan and she loves it! I found the cd cheaper here than anywhere else, which was a huge plus! Excellent service and excellent cd. I am very pleased with it!

  • i love idina menzel!!!!!
    author: paula

    omg i love idina menzel she is kooli never got to see her in wicked but i have seen wicked 3 times and it is my all time favorite musical of all!!! i have all of her cds she is my hero!! i want to be a broadway singer in new york city when i get out of college!! her voice has to be tha best thing i have ever heard it is so strong and wonderful!!!! i want to meet her so bad!! my favorite cd is here.....wow i love it!!! i love wicked my room is full of wicked stuff!!!

  • author: Sheri

    Idina has become my most favourite musical theatre actress after seeing her in Wicked, London. I love her vocal style and she seems to excel at everything she turns her hand to - can't wait for her next CD, hope we won;t have to lwait too long.

  • Absolutely Amazing!
    author: Pete

    Bought this CD after seeing Wicked in London. God what a voice!

  • OH MY GOD
    author: hannah

    can't believe i could only give it 5 stars it deserves 5 million. what a cd! and what a voice. You can tell she means every word she's singing, its so beautiful, only 6 songs, but anyone could listen to them forever and not ever get bored. love it!!!

  • This was for my granddaughter at college-she loves it!!
    author: maureen

    I bought this for my granddaughter who is away at college--She loves it!!

  • AMAZING!!!
    author: Camille

    I am so obsessed with Idina and her work that it isn't funny!! This cd is amazing and shows off her voice so well!!! Can't wait for her next one!!!!!!

  • IDINA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    author: Marissa

    I LOVE IDINA!!!!!!!!!!!!!! This CD is awesome... I play it all the time.....

  • Idina Rocks
    author: Ellie

    Ever since i saw wicked i knew she had a voice and she proves it in this cd

  • As always Idina delivers.....
    author: Michelle

    Great CD... Here has become one of my favorite songs. Idina sounds great as always. Can't wait to see her in Wicked in London this September.

  • Could it BE any better!!!!
    author: Lynn

    Idina outdid herself here...LOVE the acoustic music. For any fan of Idina...this is a keeper...for ANY other fan...you need to GET this CD. She has a very powerful voice. Keep it up Idina. I look forward to her next CD.

  • I LOVE IT!!!
    author: Allie

    Idina is AMAZING!!! I love all of the songs on this CD. It is a must!!!

  • IDINA MENZEL = LIFEEE AND MOREE
    author: CASSSSSS

    of courseee it was amazing because Idina Menzel is incredibleeeee. the songss are fun to listen to and you can tell they are so meaningful bc they are HER own lyricssss. i neeeeed to meet this womenn. idina menzel you are lifeeee!!! andd you are going to be elphaba again in London =) haha beggging parents to take meee but that wonthappen!!!! xxxooo

  • SUCH AN INSPIRATION
    author: Laina Burgess

    I love Idina Menzel!!! The all of her cd's are great i really like this one!!! i finally got it last night and have already listned to EVERY song!!!!!! She is truly an inspiration!!!

  • Wicked is Wicked!
    author: Savanah

    I love Idinia's voice on the soundtrack. I might just be 10, but I want to bejust like her when I grow up. I listen to the CD everyday. My favorite songs are Defying Gravity and No Good Deed!

  • Love it all...
    author: Kateleigh

    I love this CD. If you are an Idina Menzel fan, then this is for you. She is very classy and original on this CD, very easy to listen to. I love every second of every song.

  • Absolutely fabulous!
    author: Stephanie

    Idina Menzel is, I think, one of the greatest songwriters of all time...and the girl can sing. That being said, this album is really not all that much different. As an artist, she shows the various quirks in her personality in brilliant color, in a way which is endearing anyone who listens to her songs--more specifically, this album. The album shows her multifaceted personality and astounding talents. This album is absolutely incredible and very emotional...I love how real and honest the lyrics are. The album as a whole is moving-- the best album that I have bought in a while.

  • Awesome, as expected
    author: Tammy Rivers

    I just got "Here" and it was just as awesome as I expeceted it would be after listining to Idinas other music, the song "Here" really hit home and is now a part of My Must play list on my iPod...awsome C.D. a must have for any music collection

  • Cool
    author: Caitlin

    This CD is pretty cool. I usually wouldn't listen to an album of all ballads, cause fast songs are my thing, but it's pretty cool! I really like the song "Here". The chorus got me hooked! Like alot of people, I heard of Idina from Wicked. However, this CD convinced me to listen to it on it's own (well, actually, the song "Here" got me interested...). Overall I'll give it a 4 because there are only 6 songs and only one is kinda fastish. Nonetheless, it's a beautiful album that is worth a listen! [ ]Caitlin: Age 17 3/4

  • Totally WICKED Soundtrack!!!!
    author: Rosemary

    I love this soundtrack, it made me want to become a broadway actress. I think the music is amazing and powerful!!!!

  • Great CD! Love her voice
    author: Jennifer Lee

    My only note of improvement is that I wish there were more songs on this CD. I "met" Idina when I saw the Rent movie. I went back and started lising to the original Rent broadway soundtrack CD after the movie, when out and bought the new Rent movie soundtrack and was so happy when I came upon this CD. Love her voice!

  • I love Idina, she's my idol!!!!!
    author: Krystal F,

    This cd is so beautiful!!!!!! Idina's vocals are amazing. This cd has given me something to to really connect with. I am a vocalist, and I always try to find songs with meaning. Idina's lyrics, are heart felt and everyone can relate to them. I LOVE IDINA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thanks to Idina, I have gained the courage to believe in myself. Thank you Idina!!!!

  • Truely touching & beatiful with a voice to match!!
    author: The next Elphaba Miz B.

    Wow Idina has a wonderful voice. After I heard this I went straight to FYE & bought a copy & Wicked soundtrack!!

  • so beautiful!
    author: megan m

    This cd is heartfelt and genuine, with beautiful lyrics and Idina's mesmerizing voice! "Penny" is my favorite. The songs are very expressive. Fans of Idina should get a copy of this. There are only 6 songs, but the quality is what counts!

  • Fresh Voice, Real Emotion, Really Fantastic!
    author: Eric Tarnow

    I only wish she had more songs on this CD, but what she has is a great voice that reminds me of Norah Jones, with deeper lyrics. I'm very impressed with all her songs, hopefully she'll do another CD!

  • This CD is Amazing! It really showcases Idina's vocal abilities!
    author: Meggan

    I've always thought Idina had an amazing voice, she relays memotion through this CD like I've never heard before. She's an inteligent writer and has some really great phrases and she plays on words very well in "Once Upon a Time". But she truly shines in "So Beautiful". This is a must buy CD.

  • Absolutely Brilliant!
    author: Hollie Wund

    This album is amazing. Indina as definitely outdone herself on this album. I love her songs Here and Penny. You won't be disappointed with this album!

  • TRUELY WICKED!
    author: Tamara

    Its soothing, comforting and perfectly captures the inner most thoughts of most of us. The lyrics are amazing! Perfect for relaxing around the house with or calming you down in traffic.

  • Amazing
    author: S-Hart

    This cd is amazing. I love her music and her voice. The songs are great and she sings them with such meaning. I like how it is raw and truthful. Love It!!!!!

  • What next?
    author: Lizzy

    I loved Here! It's such a cute, heartfelt album. The only thing that would make me more enthusiastic about buying her next album, is if it she made it with Kristin Chenoweth!!

  • I LOVED Idina's CD!!!
    author: Audrey

    HEy i just wanted to say the CD rocks and i hope Idina defies gravity now and forever!!

  • Speechless!
    author: MenzelMania

    GOD I LOVE IDINA KIM MENZEL! She is AMAZING and everytime i hear her voice i go Speechless! She is AMAZING!

  • Awesome
    author: Victoria

    I thought this CD was great. Amazing songs and lyrics coming from a woman with an amazing voice. Can't wait for Idina to put out another CD.

  • I've never heard anything as good as this!
    author: Brenna

    The songs are well written and the lyrics are very poetic. Her voice is just fabulous.

  • Addictive
    author: Elsie

    This album is incredible. Idina's voice just shines and her lyrics are pure poetry.

  • IDINA YOU ARE AWSOME!
    author: Danika Spears

    I just got done doing a concert yesterday about the musical wicked for my school. Everyone screamed and shouted at the song Defying Gravity! Everyone thought it was wonderful! Idina you are sooo awesome! Whenever I hear you're voice I get goosebumps up my back spine. I love you so much Idina! I'm totally you're #1 FAN!

  • Amazing!!!!
    author: phantomsb5

    I bought this cd after listening to her other cd countless times and I have to admit that this her best cd ever. The songs and the vocals are awsome. I love this cd!

  • Inspiring and Heartfelt..... thank you so much
    author: Hannah

    This is truly some of the most inspiring and heartfelt music that I have ever heard. Idina- Thank you so much for your words and music. This CD, along with Still I Can't Be Still, has been a big help to me through some tough times. Best of luck in the future! I do believe I have been changed for the better......

  • Wicked High
    author: brid_airmeire

    This cd is supreme. It has a permenent place in my car. All the songs on this cd are slower ballad type songs. Not only did i recommend this cd to all my friends, i got it for their birthdays. If you like the musical Wicked, then you'll like this cd.

  • its just as wicked as wicked
    author: rachel

    this is one of the best cd's i have heard in a long time the whole cd is catchy and makes you want to sing all day long day in and day out

  • WOW!
    author: scrumpie

    I absolutely ADORE this cd. I feel that I can really relate to the songs. I'm also a HUGE fan of Idina Menzel. Idina, if by some chance you're reading this...YOU'RE MY IDOL!

  • Wickedly awsome!!!
    author: Michelle

    Idina's album "Here" is an awsome sampling of her vocal talent! I liked the mix of mellow yet catchy songs on it & can't wait to get her other album!

  • Beautiful and soulful
    author: Jill

    I really, really love Here. It's exactly my style of music and of course her lyrics are nothing less than perfect. Penny is my absolute favorite, but it's very hard to choose on this CD! This CD lives in my bedroom CD player and I AM a slave driver, it must sing me to sleep every night. It's very nice falling asleep to So Beautiful! Hooray Idina!

  • Amazing
    author: Melissa

    This cd is absolutely amazing. I loves Still I Cant Be Still and I love this cd too. It shows Idina Menzel's amazing voice at its best!

  • Fabulous
    author: Dani

    Her best yet. It's so different and refreshing. Something that won't get old easily even though I am sure many have tried. 'Here', and Idina, are, in a word, Fabulous.

  • Loved the cd... driveing my parents, sister, stagecraft class bonkers by making them listen to it all the time. Will definatley buy any other cds that Idina comes out with

  • i love idina menzel
    author: idinamenzels#1fan!!!!

    I LOVE IDINA!!!! I saw wicked, loved it, and became a huge fan!!! i unfortunetley didnt get her autograph, but i dont care, i love her! shes awesome, and my idol and inspiation! I hope to be like her, but i, nor anyone else will ever be better than her! If you dont have her CD, GET IT!!!!! its short, and sweet, and although it doesnt show her strong voice like in wicked, its wonderful! GET IT!

  • i want idina's voice!!!!!
    author: sarah atkinson

    idina is the most talented performer i have ever seen , i havent had the oppertunity to see wicked as i live in england but i have the soundtrack and have researched everything ther is to research and i absolutly adore it , as do every1 at my theatre school.shes such an inspiration

  • so beautiful!
    author: Justine

    i can't decide which cd of hers i like more... they are very different and both are absolutely fabulous. Although this cd only has 6 songs, they are all perfect.... buy it today!!

  • Unforgetable!
    author: Joanna

    After listening to the "Wicked" soundtrack for about 6 months I finally got tickets to see the show four days before she left. When she first came on I burst into tears I was so happy to meet my idol and the person I strive to be like someday. I waited for an hour and a half in freezing rain for her autograph that night...one of the best night's of my life. She is a broadway legend and a musical wonder. I am proud to say I have met her and have her autograph. This CD confirms even more how versatile and extrodanary her ralent is. I was so fourtunate to have met her and someday maybe I will be up there doing what I have been working for my whole life..Broadway. Idina and I have many things in common the major one is our love for theater. I love you IDINA!

  • OMG!!!!!! IDINA!!!!!
    author: court

    OMG!!!!! i love it!!! I love Idina, shes spectacular!!! shes great!!!! its very disheartening that she broke her hip in wicked.....get well soon Idina!!!!!

  • Great music, amazing voice
    author: Patrick Mulford

    What can't you say about Idina? She is a very gifted women, that has passion for music, and love of the theatre. The perfect woman! She is amazing! I have been a fan since RENT!

  • Took my breath away!
    author: Johanna

    Here is a beautiful and tender CD that I feel privledged to have in my collection. The lyrics are touching and Idina's voice is beyond words. I highly recommend Here to anyone!

  • too short, but brilliant
    author: Scott

    Idina Menzel is in top form. The songs are wonderful and I find myself listening to them over and over again. I only wish it wasn't as short as it is. Buy this CD.

  • Incredible
    author: Idina

    I love the cd! Idina Menzel is my favorite performer of all time! I am going to a performing arts school and she is truely an inspiration to everybody in my school, we have long debates about Wicked, and we all love it! P.S We have the same name!

  • WOW
    author: Amie

    wow i didn't know some one could be so touching ! i love wicked the musical and Idina is amazing in it i love her in it!! it is so sad how she is green though she is still beautiful!I am one of her bigs't fan and i love her album too, LOVE YO UR BIGS'T FAN AMIE: age 10!

  • I LOVED HER CD SO MUHC.. I LOVE IDINA!!
    author: Mallory Simon

    i love idina menzel so much! she did great in wicked! i love her cd.. its the best i love every song. she has the best vocie in the WHOLE entire world! xoxo Mallory

  • OUTSTANDING!!!!
    author: Mary Kate

    I loved it soo much Idina Menzel is my favoriteist person in the hole world nobody is better than her!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Love ya, Mary Kate age: 12

  • words cant discribe it
    author: Stephanie Frosch-age 11

    Idina is my hero and always will be! Just listing to her voice is listing to magic! It's impossible not to love her. There's a hero in all of us, but she truly shows it. She makes me laugh, cry, ect. I want to be just like her when I grow up. The CD is another story. Even if she had the worst voice in the world she will still be my hero! (but she has the best voice ever!) love, Stephanie Frosch-age 11

  • She's Amazing!
    author: Nicole

    It's hard not to like this album. Idina Menzel has a wonderful and perfect voice. After hearing the WICKED soundtrack, I did some research on her, thus I came upon this cd. I absolutely love it!

  • Wonderful Music and Inspiring Lyrics
    author: Chrissie Sydness

    This amazing new CD is a true breakthrough for Idina. It's not music that I would usually listen to, but after seeing her in Wicked I had to get it, and now I'm hooked. The music is great and a perfect variety of mellow and upbeat songs. The lyrics are very personal to Idina, which makes it extra special. The messages in her songs are ones that everyone can relate to. Even though it only has 6 tracks, the album is full of great music, and messages sung with a mezmorizing voice. It's worth every penny, and a MUST HAVE for any Wicked: the Musical fans!

  • all i can say is "she's grrrrr-eat!!!!!"
    author: annie

    i absolutely loved this cd! it is idina's very best to date! she should have made more tracks though so more people can listen to her absolutely awesome voice!! i loved her in "wicked" and hope to see her perform again soon in whatever she does next! idina - you rock girl!!!!!!!

  • author: Melissa

    OK people how many times do i have to say this...I AM IDINA'S NUMBER 1 FAN!! ok? you understand that now? So stop saying you are. Now, for the new comers. This cd is amazing i love it. I have been listening to it since it came out. It is short but very moving. It expresses Idina's thoughts as an adult. Now i am just a teenager who is obsessed with Idina Menzel and hopes to be a singer on broadway some day. So my music cahnges i like all different kinds. I can't really put it in a category..It would probably be somewhere between pop and the blues a little motown..you can't really say. But it is a wonderful cd and you should get it if you like music at all. Idina's TRUE #1 Fan Defying Gravity Girl

  • ALL I CAN SAY IS WOW......

    Well I'm only a preteen,singing,and hoping to get a career in singing(hopefully on broadway)I just saw Idina in Wicked and I thought her voice was powerful and of course............OUTSTANDING!!Now for the first time I hear her CD and I think she's even better.I hope to meet her someday.She is my role model.I'm your #1 fan Idina keep singing!!!!!!!

  • The voice+songs=an addictive good mood
    author: Annie

    This cd is a perfect mix of Idina's amazing, unique voice along with strong, addictive, stripped-down songs. The songs are all relatable and the chorus' are catchier than anything out today. Every time I listen to it I am immediately put in a good place.

  • If you liked her in Wicked this is a must have!
    author: J. Sweetapple

    Idina shows off her vesatility with Here. Her smart lyrics, soulful singing and pretty melodies make this CD a great listen. Perfect for driving or dinner at home. Her voice is exactly what it should be on this album, pure Idina.

  • author: Linda

    Seeing Idina in Wicked I wanted to get both of her Cd's. This one showcases her fantastic voice. The relaxing sound and wondeful voice on this cd is a must for any fan of hers.

  • God Bless Her
    author: A.C.C. Kopchik

    I love this album. I think Idina made an increadibly beautiful and mature album that fits her mood at the moment. I will always love, "Still I Can't Be Still," but this album shows her in a softer light. I truly think she has grown to be a legend in my eyes and her album is worth getting. God Bless her and I hope that she continues to make beautiful albums and that more fans come to get this cd.

  • Good for a rainy day
    author: Steph

    Idina Menzel has a great voice- there's no doubt about that. However, I was disappointed with the number of tracks in this CD. These songs all sound similar and perhaps on the next CD, there will be more facets. Still, it's a great CD for chilling out in the tub or just relaxing in on a rainy day.

  • A song for everyone.
    author: Lara

    Wonderful compilation of low-key-chill-out music. Perfect for background mood music or going for a stroll down the street. would recommend this CD to anyone who also enjoys the sounds of Sarah McLachlan and other Litith Fair artists. My only criticism is that I wish there were more tracks

  • She is beautiful and has a lovely voice!
    author: Hannah Jo

    It is wonderful. All the songs are great!

  • This CD is AWESOME!!!
    author: Pamela

    Idina is amazing...just saw her in Wicked and had to purchase both of her CD's. Here is a wonderful CD...thanks to Idina's amazing voice!

  • How Idina has changed
    author: Melissa

    This cd is mostly about how Idina has changed. It is very different from her other cd Still i can't be still that was more rock this is more nuetral because that is how Idina has changed her life has changed so her music changed and i liked that it changed i loved the first cd don't get me wrong but this one i think expresses her more. And yes i understand it is disappointing to some people that it only has 6 songs but hello!! the woman is busy i mean jeez it is lucky she was even able to publish this one with so much going on. I mean Rent,Wild Party,Aida,Funny Girl, and her most famous known role as Elphaba in Wicked the lady is busy and i think that this cd is a wonderful cd and it is definetly worth the money. --P.S. #1 Idina Menzel Fan --Defying Gravity Girl

  • I LOVE Idina, she is an amazing talent!
    author: Suzanne

    Excellent CD, great melodies, heartfelt lyrics, and of course, Idina's amazing voice. I can't wait for the next CD from the great"Elphaba"!

  • I LOVE IT!
    author: AMY

    I think this is one of the best CD's I own. I love the music and lyrics. It is definitely worth buying. I saw Idina in Wicked last month and was totally amazed at her voice and performance. I am a huge fan.

  • All cd's should be this enjoyable throughout!
    author: Kristen

    This cd is awesome. Its a collection of pieces that emcompass something that many musicians lack... acoustic talent. With the catchy song, "Here" to "So Beautiful" you are able to connect with Idina Menzel and can sing along after one listening. Other than being a talented voice, she is also an amazing lyrical writer which is evident on these tracks. Despite other reviews that I've read on this page, the cd is worth the money for the six tracks that are featured because every song is that enjoyable.

  • Awsome CD! Very Soothing, Very relaxing! Idina is amazing!
    author: Katie Papa

    Great music! Its for those times when you get back from school or work that you just want to chill out - you just pop this cd in! It has great tracks, and idina menzel is amazing! GO SEE WICKED! She proves that once again, even a broadway star can be amazing in a pop album!

  • Idina Menzel's second CD is amazing!!!
    author: Amy

    I absolutely adore this CD! The lyrics and music are absolutely wonderful. It's the perfect CD to unwind with at the end of the day. "So Beautiful" is exactly that as are the 5 other songs on this CD. My only complaint is that I wish it were longer but the songs that are on here are more than worth the cost of the CD!

  • It's The Best
    author: Nicole

    It is such a good cd. All the songs are good, i listen to it all the time! Idina is AWESOME in Wicked by the way!

  • Absolutely Beautiful Music !!!!
    author: Jillian

    The music on "Here" was enthralling and so beautiful. It saddens me that it has yet to find a commercial audience because it deserves it. Idina Menzel is so talented in everything she does and deserves commercial success for her music. I loved it and recommend to those who love honest, real music !

  • Idina Menzel has the coolest voice ever. She has truly been blessed by God with
    author: Katie McMahon

    This cd is the most coolest cd I've ever bought. It was so worth it! Idina Menzel just brings so much vivid shininess to the cd. She has the most magnificent voices I've ever heard. Idina rocks!!

  • I'm in love with Idina's music
    author: Jordan Nofziger

    She has such wonderful lyrics and such a soulful beautiful voice. She is so amazing.

  • Really liked Here and Still I Can't be Still
    author: KW

    HERE is real music; talks to the heart and soul of the listener. Wish there were more tracks! Good follow up to Still I Can't be Still.

  • AMAZING!
    author: Menzel Fan

    This CD is amazing-- Idina Menzel is wonderful. The music is so unique and true. Lyrics are excellent. Great music for anyone. She is fabulous. The CD is wonderful, clear and none other like it. I would recommend it to anyone who loves music. I actually got to meet her and get the CD signed and I had to tell her thank you for writing such beautiful music- so Thank you Mrs. Menzel for the beautiful music! Thank CD BABY!

  • I love this CD! My only complant is that it is to short.
    author: aimee s

    This is a great CD. I only wish it were longer. It has such a grovy tune that you get really excited about and then its over. I still love it though. I just have to play it over and over. Idina has such a great soothing voice on this album.

  • excellent, lively music to drive along to
    author: DP

    Loved the lyrics and the music, very lively and entertaining. Very upbeat, jaunty sounds--great music to drive to in the car and sing along.

  • Listened once and was singing along.
    author: JM

    A friend of mine picked this cd up for me and it is absolutely amazing. I listened to it once and was already singing along. Excellent songs, even though there's only six tracks.

  • disappointing, compared to first album
    author: David Foss

    Sorry, but I have to agree with one of the other reviewers that this album is definitely a disappointment, compared to her first CD, Still I Can't Be Still. The songs are awfully similar to each other, and the CD is very short. Still...it *is* Idina, and she *is* wonderful. Perhaps the songs will grow on me. In the meantime, for more Idina, buy the soundtrack to The Wild Party. She's got a couple of amazing solo numbers on it.

  • It's a MUST BUY!
    author: LC

    Idina has done it again. I was a big fan of Still I Can't Be Still and Here does not disappoint. She's always come across as being very honest in music whether about herself, relationships and etc. Though there are only 6 songs, I think it's well worth the money. You'll enjoy every song on this cd.

  • Awesome! Idina is a natural talent and we want more!
    author: Barbara Lilly

    I discovered the music of Idina Menzel after seeing her play Elphaba, the lead in Wicked on Broadway. I knew that those incredible pipes of her's had to offer more by way of CD's for me to purchase! Here is an incredibly soulful and honest record. I feel I know here more through her lyrics. If you like Sarah Maclachlan, Edie Brickell or Jewel among others, you will LOVE Idina's music. I say buy it now!

  • amazing
    author: Rosie

    amazing. she has an INCREDIBLE voice, and i love the acoustic. i love wicked and i love Idina

  • "What is This Feeling??" PURE LOVE FOR IDINA'S VOICE!!!!
    author: Jen

    I saw Idina in Wicked and just fell in love with her voice. I bought this CD and LOVED it. I only wish there were more than 6 songs. Idina is incredibly talented on the stage and in the studio!!!!!

  • Breath-taking. . .
    author: Linn

    I... LOVE... IDINA! She is amazing. I'm shocked that someone like her isn't completely famous for her music. I mean, Broadway has given her a name, but I can't understand why her soulful music hasn't taken MTV or radio stations by storm. Instead, we end up with these nobodies-turned-stars on American Idol. Who can explain that one? Well, welcome to America, the place where so many things don't make sense!

  • Really Good - but really short
    author: Brett Radek

    i really love idina and her music - but for six songs - i feel a little left in the dark (although the music is much brighter than her first album) - i still love the music and love her - i recomend it if you are fan

  • Incredible!!!!
    author: Julia Hahn

    I've been following Idina's career since Rent. She's absolutely phenomenal! This CD shows her taking a big step up as an artist. I loved her first CD, "Still I Can't Be Still," but this one has this incredible flow to it that's somehow more mature, more soulful. I can't wait to see where Idina takes us with her next album!

  • feel the goddess in my soul
    author: Sara F

    After seeing wicked, i needed to hear her own music, although she doesnt belt it out like her heart renching performance in Wicked, i know that every time this cd ends, the air seems empty. she is so soulful and real and her voice is the best i have ever heard

  • SHE ROCKS
    author: Candice

    This is a GREAT CD. So great in fact, I went back and bought her first album, Still I Can't Be Still. I only wish there were more songs! Great work!

  • AMAZING
    author: Emily

    This album is wonderful... it truly shows off the different side of Idina's voice. I love this album and I listen to it every day... It's a shame that she only did 6 tracks.

  • "Here" is a passionate showcase for Idina....
    author: Sandi the Magnificent

    When Idina sings, it's hard not to take notice of her. She has a voice that is so well-suited to her songs, with a delivery so poignant, that it's almost impossible not to stop and listen. Her phrasing, her passion, the warmth of her voice, and her album "Here" showcases those talents beautifully.

  • Great song!!! You'd Be Surprised. lovely lyrics!!!
    author: Pat James

    Very talented woman!! Idina you keep doing what your doing. Peace.........

  • My Inspiration
    author: Danny C

    This CD that Idina Menzel made, has truly touched my heart to a piont, where I am inspired to do the things that she can. I hope some day, she will realize, the amazing impact she has put on my life!Thanks, Best Wishes, and Love always your inspired fan, - Danny C

  • Best Kept Secret in music.
    author: Ed Vazquez

    This is not her best work which I believe is yet to come. But the songs in this particualr collection shows us why she is the best kept secret in music. I'm quite surprise she hasn't been offered a mega buck deal from the major labels.

  • Love it!
    author: Siobhan Bailey

    It's very different from Still I Can't Be Still. She seems more together and mellowed out now. Great album!

  • Amazing Voice. A CD Must Have. LOVE IT!
    author: Michele Dominguez

    Idina Menzel has a powerful, soulful voice. Her songs are beautiful. My favorite is If I Told You. I wish there were more songs and can't wait for her next CD.

  • LOVE IT!!! LOVE IT!!! LOVE IT!!!
    author: H. Jackson

    Idina is truly amazing. I loved her in 'Wicked' and absolutely LOVE this CD. Great songs. Great voice!!

  • Not so deserving of the praise...
    author: Kate

    Yes, Idina has a beautiful voice. That can't be argued. However, I found this cd to be very disappointing. It only has six tracks, and out of those six, I find five of the songs to be incredibly boring. There's absolutely nothing amazing about the entire cd. It seems that most of the praise of this album is more-or-less based on idol worship, and not so much the product itself. Get Still I Can't Be Still instead. Or, better yet, go buy Matt Caplan's Overtones. Now there's a cd worthy of praise.

  • FABULOUS, AMAZING, AWESOME, PRICELESS, NO WORDS TO DESCRIBE IT!
    author: Arlena

    The CD is amazing. Idina did awesome in Wicked and her Cd is amazing! She has an AMAZING talent, for singing, acting, and writing her own songs! She deserves another award!!!!!!!

  • A voice to be reckoned with...
    author: D. Warren

    Unbelievable! All six tracks bring you right in at the first listening. What a soulful, engaging voice!

  • Love it! Indina is my idol!
    author: Taralynne

    I love the CD. I love Indina's voice and she was great in wicked. She signed my CD! Love her music!

  • I love Idina!!!
    author: Amy

    I thought that the CD was amazing! Idina has the BEST voice in the WORLD! i'm seeing wicked i bought my own tickets so i could see her! she is my IDOL!

  • author: ashley

    OMG...I LOVED the CD! she's an AMAZING artist with a great voice!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! my fave lyric was in "if i told you"..."i'm shedding my skin so you'll see my face...i need you to know who i am..." idina menzel has real talent for singing and writing lyrics.

  • Niiiice!
    author: Annie

    I can honestly say Idina Menzel is my idol. I loved her in Wicked and although I only really like "Here" and "Penny" on this CD its still worth it!!

  • amazing I love Idina
    author: sara

    This Cd is the kind you listen to and want to cry becuase you know Idina is the most soulful person ever. shes so amazing in wicked and even though in this cd she doesnt belt like she can, its still her

  • idina is amazing!!!
    author: blanton

    i love idina's voice!!! i first heard her in wicked and was blown away so i had to get this cd!!! i love "if i told you." it is an awesome song and so are all of the other songs on this cd!!!

  • Amazing
    author: Liz

    This CD was amazing. The lyrics and the message that Idina wrote and expressed took my breath away. The only problem that I have with this CD is that it contains only 6 songs. I didn't want this CD to ever end. She seems to grow more and more as she does different things in her career. I can't wait to hear what Idina has in store for us next!

  • Honest and creative
    author: meri

    I saw Idina in Wicked and immediately ordered this CD...and I haven't stopped listening to it since. Some of the most honest and reflective lyrics performed by a woman with an amazingly powerful, yet still sweet, voice. Very simple and not over-produced...This is more mellow than I expected, but I love it!

  • Honest and creative
    author: meri

    I saw Idina in Wicked and immediately ordered this CD...and I haven't stopped listening to it since. Some of the most honest and reflective lyrics performed by a woman with an amazingly powerful, yet still sweet, voice. Very simple and not over-produced...This is more mellow than I expected, but I love it!

  • author: Mercedes

    The only problem with this CD is that there are only 6 songs. From beginning to end it's INCREDIBLE. "Penny" and "So Beautiful" being my favorites on the CD. Anyone who liked "Rent", "Wild Party", or "Wicked" will LOVE "Here"! Who wouldn't love that amazing voice??? And there's a certain vulnerability in the lyrics that stays with you long after the CD has stopped playing. It's definitely a must have!!!!

  • idina is my idol!
    author: Kelli [[again]]

    Idina is a woderful singer and actress! In her new CD she belts out her songs beautifully. Congrats on making another great album!

  • Great soulful sound!
    author: Cory

    Ms. Menzel has an engaging, soulful voice. The six songs on the album fit together beautifully. The only problem is there's only 6 of them.

  • this made me want to see Wicked again and again
    author: Emily

    listening to this CD made me want to see Wicked again and again

  • Witches may be ugly but man can they sing!
    author: Brittney*~

    Idina is amazing in Wicked and this CD is a complete triumph for her!!The most beautiful voice in Oz!Enchanting!

  • Idina is Wicked... i wish she was "here" with me!
    author: kelli

    I love Idina's voice in Wicked and in her new CD. Rock on Idina Menzel!

  • Wickedly Talented!
    author: Cariline

    After getting the c.d. of Wicked I have adored Idina Menzel! Then I saw her in NYC as Elphaba and was shaking the whole time!!(I had the chills!!!) She is so gifted and Wonderful so I recommend anything she's in and this c.d.!!

  • One of the best I've heard!
    author: Beth

    I love the sound of Idina unplugged. Increadible voice and great lyrics! Hope to hear more son.

  • wow
    author: Erin

    What a contrast between this and her previous album. It is so raw and real. It's great to hear her voice this way and the honesty in her lyrics. ...I'd love to hear more of her soon!

  • She is amazing
    author: Jasmine

    Idina Menzel is one of the most amazing singers/actresses/songwriters I've know about in a long time. After seeing Wicked on a school field trip, I saw her as a role model. She is just amazing in everything she does and she should just keep doing what she does because she represents perfection in everything she does.

  • Quality Writing, Beautiful Melodies, Too Short, Want More!
    author: Michelle

    Idina has really matured and polished her sound and material on this album. Personally, I miss some of the grit and risk she took on the "Still I Can't Be Still" album and think "Here" might be a tad commercial but I think she is still one of the most intriguing and beguiling writers and singers around. I can't wait until her next album.

  • author: Twinkle (aka Schascle)

    From one national artist to another, I find your music to be wonderful and creative. Would love to get a copy of your HERE cd. I would also like to send you a copy of my CD for your listening pleasure. I sell my cd's on CD baby also. Other websites you can find me on are VH1.com, and Allmusic.com. Would be nice to chat with you one day. You've had such great success and I wish you only the best. I was most impressed with your performance in Wicked. Something I can only wish for.....Good luck in the future....Love Twinkle.

  • GREAT!!!
    author: Robin

    I really like the style of this CD, the very basic, acoustic sound. It allows the beautiful lyrics to shine. My favorite songs are "Here" and "So Beautiful".

  • Amazingly Talented and Beautiful to Boot!
    author: Bradley Hamlin

    Idina is one of those artists who can do anything, and she does. Her voice is amazing, and her lyrics are beautiful. She writes from her heart.

  • IDINA'S VOICE IS AMAZING!!
    author: Maria

    This CD is beautiful, so relaxing, I saw Wicked earlier this summer and Idina was so nice to us, she signed autographs and was really awesome. This CD is just great!!!

  • Spectacular!!!
    author: Sara

    Idina's voice just gets better and better each time I hear it. GREAT CD...keep them coming!

  • idina is wickedly good!
    author: barb

    Do not hesitate.. rush to but this cd now. A fan of Miss Menzels' since "Rent' I am so impresed w/ her musical growth since "Still I Can't be Still"."here" is a major step for Idina. The writing, vocals, melody and depth are unforgettable. I adore her in "wicked" and can't wait for more material. Thanks Idina.. you're a star!!!

  • I'm Here...I'm Addicted!!!
    author: David Summers

    "Here" is the most sensitive, creative, and soothing album in years. Idina has outdone herself and proved that beyond the green makeup she is a true music diva of all genres. "Here" covers jazz, pop, and soft rock effortlessly! It is truly "So Beautiful!" I'm Here...I'm Addicted. Congrats Idina!!!

  • absolutely amazing.
    author: Claire

    I absolutely love this cd. It's so different from "Still I Can't Be Still," and I think I might even like it better, which I wasn't sure was possible after hearing "Still." It's so emotional and personal and raw and unplugged. Keep it up, Idina!

  • author: Krissy

    Great CD. Love all the songs! :o)

  • author: DIANA

    THIS CD IS TERRIFIC. I SAW IDINA IN WICKED, AND LOVED IT. I WAS SO IMPRESSED AND SURPRISED OVER WICKED THAT I HAVE TOLD EVERYONE I KNOW TO GO AND SEE IT. SHE IS AN AMAZINGLY TALENTED WOMEN WITH AN INCREDIBLE VOICE.

  • Awesome!
    author: Andie

    This CD is Awesome! I love it! Idina Menzel has a great voice and she really can go far if she wanted! = )

  • author: Rachelle

    "Here" contains the most honest words I have heard in years. It is so brilliant to finally enjoy an artist who is willing to be vulnerable and brave and truthful. It is not the perfect packaging that makes someone interesting, it is their willingness to take risks and express all the fears and hopes that most people are running away from. I think the heart of this album is equal to its courage.

  • beautiful voice!
    author: Joel

    "here" is a hit. idina's voice is so engaging! i just love listening to her sing. her voice is honest and def her own. i give the cd only 3 stars 'cause after the 2nd song it gets a little repetitive and derivitave. Aside from "here" the cd doesn't sound fresh or new... and only 6 songs?

  • Relaxing music with thoughtful lyrics
    author: Lindsay S.

    I've been a fan of Idina for some time & I was really excited to hear her new CD. It's a different sound than I was expecting, but I really dig the acoustic guitar, & her lyrics are fantastic. This is the kind of music I would put on at the end of the day when I want to relax.

  • Not much else to add
    author: LuAnn

    Most of the reviews here are right on. If you don't have the soundtrack to "Wicked" yet, it's a must if you're an Idina fan.

  • I LOVED IT!!!!!!!!!!!!! AMAZING TALENT
    author: Mark

    Idina has improved so much since her first CD. I saw her in WICKED, which showed her wonderful theatrical side. This CD shows her folk/pop/rock side. I look forward to future projects from her.

  • Here is FABULOUS! The rest is lacking.
    author: Jim

    I absolutely love the first song, "Here" but I just can't get into the rest. If the CD was like $5.99 I'd buy it just for that 1 song.

  • Absolutely Mesmerized!
    author: Jolene

    Can't get enough of Idina Menzel's voice. I've grasped for adjectives to describe her to those who aren't familiar but her talents truly render all adjectives futile. So, I have bought seven copies of Here. Her voice is mesmerizing and her writing is refreshingly honest.

  • Excellent 2nd CD!!!
    author: Kate Perry

    This is a wonderful cd, I highly recommend it for all Idina Menzel fans, and anyone who loves great music.

  • Excellent CD
    author: Becca

    The cd was great. I love Idina Menzel's voice and her music. The only downside was that the cd was mostly ballads and I didn't get to hear any of her incredible belting. Maybe some more belting on the next one?

  • author: Rob K

    Here! Here! another great work! Idina is to Wicked as Angela is to Mame!

  • Awesome second CD
    author: Dawn Renee'

    Idina's voice has definetly matured in the 6 years between CDs. The laid-back, acoustic-feel of the album is dramatically different from "Still I Can't Be Still," but it is a welcome change and of the two albums, "Here" is my favorite by far. Honest, beautiful lyrics and mellow music give this CD a relaxed feel. My song of choice: #6-"So Beautiful."

  • Nice & mellow
    author: Jennifer

    If I would have heard this first, I'm sure I'd think it was great. Although I like "Still" better, when I'm feeling relaxed & mellow, this is a nice CD to keep me there. I like to experience more of her voice range though (gives me the chills), and that is why I'm not as enthusiastic about this CD as the first.

  • great CD, I LOVE it!!!!
    author: dori

    I love the songs. They are so soulfull and honest. You can tell that they come right from the heart, which is part of what makes the CD so beautiful. Not one song is overdone or too showy or anything like that. I like the modesty of the CD, when I listen to You'd be Suprised, I can totally picture Idina sitting there singing it, her emotions shine through her music so well. All in all, its really a wonderful compelation of Idina's work, I love her and I love her music, and I love how much of her is in every single song on this CD. xoxoxox, dori

  • Awesome first CD
    author: Ashley

    This is an awesome first CD of Idina's. Her voice is so awesome and great to listen to. I would recomend this CD to anyone and DEFINATELY go see Wicked! It's unbelievably amazing, and Idina is awesome in it! This CD will give you a sneak peek of her amazing voice!

  • WOW...all i can say is WOW...Idina's voice Defys Gravity
    author: Courtney

    Idinas voice is SO incredibly amazing...and shes so versatile...from her belting out the highest notes in Wicked to her singing in her headvoice on her CD "Here" she is just AMAZING...and the lyrics to the songs on her CD "Here" are so catchy..i listen to the CD at LEAST 2x a day...She is so talented! WOW IDINA MENZEL IS AWESOME!!

  • great album but too short
    author: Jim

    This CD was wonderful. Can't wait to see Idina in Wicked this summer.

  • wow.
    author: mink

    stripped down and melodic, a far cry from her first solo ('still i cant be still'...which i adored, by the way), idina menzel's new release 'here' makes me wanna curl up with a cup of hot chocolate and a kitten...

  • Wish I'd known you for Stars on Broadway "Never Alone"
    author: Dwayne Palmer

    Idina, I had the wonderful pleasure of seeing you along with some great friends in "WICKED"! The show is wonderful!!It was my first time hearing you. You are an awesome talent!!Wish I had know you while recording Stars on Broadway "Never Alone." Your wonderful talent, would have been an added bonus!:) Don't sleep on the Broadway artist PEOPLE! Great CD! Best of everything!

  • Love at first listen! Idina does it again!!
    author: Christine K.

    I don't think I've listened to a CD constantly (more than 6 times a day) since Ms. Menzel's last album came out. Her sultry voice and captivating lyrics made me want to turn the volume up to max volume and share her with the world! I can only hope she comes out with more albums. With just six songs it leaves me craving for more of the music I've fallen absolutely in love with. Now that I finally have the CD I can spread the joy and awareness of this ingenius album and artist! Well done!

  • Wonderful, I am begging for more!!
    author: Patti

    I was hoping it could go on and on. She has a wonderful, unique voice - I have played it over and over!! My daughter and I fight for it every day. We have been fans since Rent. This showcases her voice in a way we have not heard before. Please don't make us wait so long for the next one - keep em comin'! Everyone should buy this CD, it is WICKED!!

  • What a voice!!!
    author: Lisa

    After I saw Wicked, I was so glad to find out that Idina had a couple of CD's. I listen to it at least 4 or 5 times a day. The songs are so catchy and I just can't get enough. A must have for any fan.

  • Idina out-does herself!
    author: Meatloaf

    Idina's new CD is better than anything she has previously done, a feat I would havw thought impossible. Sure, the CD is short, but it looks like she's only using the best of the best. Everything- from the music to the lyrics to Idina's singing- couldn't be better. My highest reccomedations. It's worth every penny. ...and then some.

  • She's like an angle with a haevenly voice and the Wicked style!!!
    author: Olivia G.

    Idina I have to meet you! Your CD is awsome! If you didn't have the heart, the brain and the corage, Wicked would be duller than can be!

  • Find out what Broadway already knows -- Idina Menzel is a STAR
    author: Jim

    For those of you who have recently discovered Idina Menzel through her sure-to-be Tony winning role in "Wicked", I recommend purchasing this CD to see her other side. Idina's voice is magnificent, whether belting or coyingly restrained. Though a brief six or seven song acoustic set, this EP will not disappoint Idina fans...and will make new ones. And for those who purchased her first independent release "Still I Can't Be Still" and perhaps found it a little...scattered...you will not be disappointed with this purchase. Idina is definitely in her element here, and the acoustic set is far less experimental.

  • Idina is a godess!
    author: Beth

    As a huge fan of "Still I Can't Be Still" I was excitied beyond belief to see this CD out! I have not taken it out of a CD player since I have recieved it. Wonderfully melancoly romantic songs that just show what a truly gifted artist Idina is! The songs, especially So Beautiful, stick in your head long after you stop listening.

  • "Once upon a time" there was a diva-person named idina...
    author: Courtney S

    From the melodious, soothing tones and sweet lyrics of this CD, anyone could see that Idina is a fantastic person. I have been privileged enough to talk to her after Wicked a few times, and just from those short encounters, it is obvious that she is every bit as sweet as she appears...which of course only makes this recording that much better! As a fan for years, let me quote a song from her first disc: "Hallelujah!" that idina has come out with a second cd...if you're unsure---buy it!

  • Idina is simply wonderful!
    author: Jeffrey T. Brownstein

    6 truly moving songs. my favorites: you'd be surprised, if i told you, so beautiful. idina is absolutely awesome in 'wicked,' this cd really shows the range of her talent.

  • Great!!

    I definitely recommend Idina's CD! Her voice and musicianship is so inspirational!!

  • Excellent !
    author: the outer courts

    As an old punk rocker, who grew up on the great female vocals of Kate Bush and others, I found this excellent. The music, and lyrics - vocals, blend into a grand view.

  • I love Idina Menzel
    author: Brittany

    As usual, Idina Menzel is awesome. She has an amazing voice and every recording she ever does really shows that. I definitely recommend this cd, and all cd's that have Idina. She proves over and over again that she can do anything to its fullest.

  • Fabulous CD! Like others, I wish there were more songs!
    author: Jean

    I became a fan of Idina when I saw her in Wicked on Broadway. She has an incredibly powerful voice. We bought the Wicked CD & I was anxious to find more music of hers. I was not disappointed. This CD was a mellower version of what I saw on Broadway. Very soulful and thoroughly enjoyable. I look forward to hearing her older CD, too.

  • Amazing voice...Amazing CD
    author: Bryant

    Idina Menzel's Here is simply a fantastic CD. After listening to other albums featuring Idina, I was very excited to come across this new CD. Her voice is as good as it gets. The lyrics to each song are so personal and full of meaning. Each time I listen to the CD, which is often, I find a new favorite lyric. I would recommend this CD to anyone who loves great and thoughtful music.

  • Truly an amazing voice
    author: Sharon Pierce

    Saw Idina in "Wicked", and was instantly drawn in by her voice. Had to buy her CD's, and am so glad that I did. One of the most amazing voices I have ever heard, and I can't believe more people haven't heard of her.

  • AMAZING
    author: Erin

    Idina's CD is awesome... It's cute, quirky, the lyrics are great. This woman obviously has musical talent across all borders. The ONLY complaint that I have is that the CD is not long enough. Idina's a smart girl! She keeps us coming back for more! I can't wait for her next album. Also, just a sidenote- my two favorites (even though I love them all!) are "You'd Be Surprised" and "So Beautiful". If you're wavering-- buy the CD. It's only $12 and well worth it.

  • IDINA'S MELLOW CD IS GREAT!
    author: Stephanie a.k.a. Idina Music Lover

    I've seen Idina in Wicked, and this just makes me love her voice even more. She's come such a long way since Still I Can't Be Still, and this cd shows it. The lyrics are intelligent an d heart felt, yet simple and fun. I couldn't have asked for anything more in my mail than her cd. :)

  • Delightful...wish it were longer!
    author: Patty B

    This CD is every bit as brilliant as Idina's dazzeling performance in "Wicked", which I have gotten to see twice....so far. I keep it in the car with me, where I can enjoy the sound of her voice, undisturbed. I'll treasure it for a long time to come.

  • Ballad Beautiful
    author: Amber

    I love this cd. This CD shows the real Idina -- her lyrics, her feelings, her wonderful voice. While I loved her "Still" CD, I like this one because it's very laid-back and melodious and Idina can sing a ballad! My only complaint is that it only has 6 songs.

  • author: Michelle Hansen

    The only thing this cd is lacking is MORE, which would be a great title to Idina's next cd! Idina has a beautiful and versitile voice and this cd showcases her incredible range. Still, the fact that there are only 6 songs makes me hit the "repeat" button more often.

  • Idina, my best friend and I saw you in Wicked and were blown away....we bought y
    author: Lisa Tilley

    I liked the sound of the songs, the original lyrics, the story and uniqueness of the entire CD

  • So Beautiful!!!
    author: Juliana

    Idina's amazing talent as a lyricist never ceases to give me chills. She's in a class by herself. You'd Be Surprised has touched me since I saw her perform it at Joe's Pub a couple of years ago. But all the songs on this album are equally fabulous!!! Oh, and her voice rocks. Really. Few artists can put feeling into a song like Idina can!

  • Six Words
    author: Ross

    I want to be Taye Diggs.

  • WOW...All I have to say is WOW
    author: Brenton Cochran

    Ever since I bought the "Wicked" broadway cd not knowing what is was, I have fallen in love with "Defying Gravity" and "No Good Deed" I truly listen to it every day, and listening to her own work. I'm buying this C.D. She deserves to make this record go platinum. I mean Idina Menzel is probably one of the best singers I have ever heard in my life.

  • Idina's voice soars!
    author: Christine

    I, too, had the immense pleasure of seeing and hearing Idina live in Wicked. I knew her CD would bring that experience back and it has! Your spirit soars along with her incredible voice. But you're right, six songs are NOT enough!

  • She's WICKED Cool!
    author: Jim Jenkins

    Idina's got a lovely voice that's both haunting and serene. The songs on HERE are all true gems and makes you appreciate what it's like to hear a truly tremendous VOICE instead of pre-packaged pop theatrics. And just when you think she couldn't impress you more, you realize that every song on the CD is written by Idina--it's a rare treat and thrill to see talent like this on the market--"Here" and "Once Upon a Time" are my personal raves! Get HERE now and enjoy!

  • WOW!
    author: NANCY

    LOVED HER VOICE THE FIRST TIME I HEARD IT IN WICKED. THE CD IS WONDERFUL, I'M A FAN FOR LIFE.

  • excellent cd
    author: kristi

    Great songs, well worth the wait and just as good as "still i can't be still"

  • ABSOLUTLY AMAZING
    author: Ashli

    i saw idina in wicked and became an instant fan i have the wicked cd and rent and now this one. this cd is one of my favorite cds that i own. like everyone else i wish there were more songs but really that is nothing short of another compliment to this amazing artist. i cant wait to hear even more from her.

  • FANTASTIC!!
    author: Evie

    As always, I am so very pleased w/anything Idina creates. Incredible voice and beautiful lyrics. Was lucky enough to see her live in San Francisco at the Wicked premiere and was in complete awe. Two very enthusiastic thumbs up!!!

  • Very Impressed with her Talent and Voice !
    author: Tammy

    I saw Idina in Wicked on Broadway last month and had to purchase this CD to hear her voice again. A truly talented artist vocally and the fact she collaborates on her own material is equally impressive. I will be watching for more information / CD's for the future !

  • author: Jimbo from lifecafe.com

    Idina, you still rock...loved Still I Cant Be Still..love this even better-please keep writing great songs...love ya!

  • I love this CD-it goes with me everywhere!
    author: Shannon

    Here is an absolute gem! This CD was definitely worth the wait! (Since Still I Can't Be Still) Idina's voice is flawless- beautiful, and the songs really touch your heart. A must buy!!!!!

  • Fantastic!
    author: Jen

    The CD was wonderful! I partiularly enjoyed "If I Told You" and "Penny." They both just popped out at me. Idina Menzel has a beautiful voice. I only wish there were more tracks.

  • Love that voice!
    author: Robyn

    I love Idinas voice - I have her first cd (which I also love)so I was anxiously awaiting this new cd and I was not disappointed! Brava Idina!

  • She is WONDERFULL!
    author: Mike

    I had the pleasure of seeing Ms. Menzel on Broadway in WICKED, and let me tell ya, WHAT A POWERHOUSE! Her voice is truly unique, one that can float like a cloud, and soar like a condor. This CD is a great showcase of her pop talent. The songs are warm, inviting, and thought provoking. Only complaint.......only 6 songs....gives you a taste of wanting more more more!

  • Enter a perfect mellow atmosphere!
    author: Marc

    Just what you need after a long, hard day! A handful of soulful and warm songs, and Idina truely has one of the most incredible voices I have ever heard! So sit back with a glass of wine and good company, and enjoy. If you're in New York, go see her in WICKED on Broadway -- I promise you have never experienced something like this before!

  • I love it I listen to it in the shower every day.
    author: Kelly Hughes

    I listen to it throughout the house and especially when I clean. You are an outstanding singer/song writter. I love all the songs on the CD. Kelly Hughes a fan since 95.

  • Amazing CD from the multi-talented Idina
    author: PaulaG

    Here showcases Idina's more intimate side backed up with fine arrangements and production. While I really enjoy Still I Can't Be Still, this new CD shows her maturity as a songwriter and vocal goddess. It boggles my mind that she was able to release this CD amidst all the Wicked flurry (in which she is unbelievable awesome and belts straight from the heavens). This CD has whetted my appetite for more and more...

  • "So Beautiful"
    author: JF Strassburg

    Every song is lyricly driven to perfection that makes this goddess of a singer's voice rise above the heavens. Every track on this album is note perfect. If you love Idina as much as i do, this cd is for you!

  • fantastic!
    author: Noelle

    I was more distressed that I had never purchased "Still I Can't Be Still" once I listened to this cd. It's amazing and fingers crossed she comes out with a full-length one soon.

  • Simply wonderful!
    author: LM

    Every song is wonderful in its own way. I only wish there were a few more to enjoy.

  • Penny's from Heaven
    author: Suzanne Nottage

    This CD is a wonderful addition to the artistic showcase of Idina Menzel. She has a wonderful way of singing lyrics that suit every mood for every listener. I believe her vocal arrangement is much stronger on this CD compared to Still I Can't Be Still. I see great accomplishments in her future if she continues to improve as she has done! BRAVO!!!

  • idina is a goddess
    author: rachel

    Idina is a goddess, pure and simple. I know of her because i'm a huge fan of RENT, with an over attachment to the original cast. This prompted me to buy Still I Can't Be Still the week it came out, and I still listen to it regularly. Here, is beautiful, mostly ballads, which really showcase her soulful voice. I'd have liked to hear a song she really belts like Defy Gravity in Wicked, maybe next album :) HERE is definitley worth buying.

  • you'd be suprised about how great Idina is!!
    author: MimiChica

    Wow, i've been in love with Idina for years, and her first cd was amazing. i've been looking forward to a follow up since 1998, and this doesn't dissapoint! of course, I really do wish there were at least 12 songs, but, I can't complain because Idinas voice is flawless in these few songs!!! She is just stunning...

  • So Beautiful!
    author: Maria

    This CD is so amazing. It's completly different then Still I Can't Be Still, but so amazing. It's the perfect thing to listen to because it gets you mellow and in a really great mood and it's still the same Idina we all know and love. GET THIS CD, you'll be glad you did!

  • author: Jenny

    This cd is outstanding. I only wish there were more songs! The songs are creative and mellow and her voice is soulful and genuinly beautiful! A definte must buy.

  • absolutely fabulous
    author: Aly

    Idina has done a fantastic job on this album! It's a great crop of songs that really give you a peek into who she is, and show off her talent as a singer-songwriter. I've had it playing almost non-stop since I got it last week!

  • Soulful acoustic set from a Broadway diva who rocks!
    author: Ava Bartlett

    Idina's second solo recording is much more mellow than her first (1998's "Still I Can't Be Still") but it still showcases her vocal and songwriting ability very well. The 6-song EP is very unplugged and the songs are written (and sung) from the heart. Several of the songs are about love - getting it, losing it, and the bliss that comes when you've found "the one." The melodies range from catchy to beautiful, and Idina's voice is always rich and soulful. A wonderful disc from a fabulous singer/songwriter.

  • author: GLEN

    Idina again proves her depth as an artist both lyrically and musically. Grab a great bottle of red wine and snuggle into a warm, cozy couch while listening to the sultry sound of this hottie.

  • Incredibly soulfull.
    author: Cara

    I must addmit, i do like 'still i can't be still' but this cd is still incredibly. Its more mellow and mostly full of ballads, but what a great way for Idina to show off her astounding voice. You can't go wrong with Idina any day of the week.

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