Spirit

Spirit, Jewel's 1998 album, shifts from the spare acoustic feel of her debut toward a more polished pop and rock sound while keeping her confessional, folk-rooted songwriting. The record pairs acoustic-driven ballads with fuller band arrangements, electric guitar textures and occasional country-tinged touches, combining elements of folk pop, folk rock, country pop and mainstream pop. The result is a broader sonic palette that emphasizes accessible melodies and personal, introspective lyrics.