Jewel’s rendition of is widely regarded as a standout cover that bridges her early folk-waif persona with the more polished, soulful delivery of her later career. Originally recorded for the 1996 Phenomenon soundtrack , the song showcases Jewel’s ability to take a weathered classic and infuse it with a youthful, yet deeply earnest, vulnerability. Context and Performance Analysis
: Retrospective reviews praise her as an "underrated singer," noting that this specific track allowed her to "blow up the pop scene" while keeping her folk-singer roots visible.
: Jewel’s version trades Hiatt’s rugged, soulful grit for a crystalline, "easy listening" folk-pop arrangement. Her signature high-register trills and delicate phrasing emphasize the "spark" of hope mentioned in the lyrics.
Jewel’s rendition of is widely regarded as a standout cover that bridges her early folk-waif persona with the more polished, soulful delivery of her later career. Originally recorded for the 1996 Phenomenon soundtrack , the song showcases Jewel’s ability to take a weathered classic and infuse it with a youthful, yet deeply earnest, vulnerability. Context and Performance Analysis
: Retrospective reviews praise her as an "underrated singer," noting that this specific track allowed her to "blow up the pop scene" while keeping her folk-singer roots visible.
: Jewel’s version trades Hiatt’s rugged, soulful grit for a crystalline, "easy listening" folk-pop arrangement. Her signature high-register trills and delicate phrasing emphasize the "spark" of hope mentioned in the lyrics.
