With this record, I wanted to give myself completely, to take risks, while assuming my career, my choices artistic..."[6] The release contains 16 tracks: 15 originals written by Terrason and one composition by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.

Matt Collar of AllMusic stated, "Jacky Terrasson's 2019 studio album, 53, is an engaging, deeply nuanced set that reflects his ever-deepening artistic maturity.

An inventive, technically adept "young lion", Terrasson has continued to refine his style over the years.

There's no flab, no showboat soloing and lots of lovely ensemble work as Terrasson and his colleagues explore various moods and melodies.

"[7] Claude Loxhay of Jazz Halo mentioned, "An album which perfectly illustrates the technical mastery of Jacky Terrasson as well as his passionate temperament.