Carly Rae Jepsen’s Emotion Featured in Maclean’s New Canadian Canon

Carly Rae Jepsen’s acclaimed 2015 album Emotion has been has been named one of the 50 most iconic Canadian cultural works of the 21st century in Maclean’s The New Canadian Canon.

Drawing on nominations from writers, artists, musicians, filmmakers and other creatives, the feature celebrates the films, books, albums and TV shows that have helped shape Canada’s cultural identity over the past 25 years.

In the feature, writer Sarah Liss reflects on how Emotion helped Jepsen move beyond the massive success of “Call Me Maybe,” embracing a fresh take on ’80s-inspired dance-pop and solidifying her place as one of Canada’s most distinctive pop artists.

“The album cemented Jepsen’s status as a critical darling”

— Sarah Liss, Maclean’s

The recognition follows the release of Emotion (10th Anniversary Edition) in 2025, celebrating a decade of the album and its lasting impact.

Read the full feature in Maclean’s.