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Released 43 years ago this June

18 Greatest Hits

Michael Jackson · 1983

58 min · 18 tracks · funk · hard rock · hip-hop

A jubilant collection of Motown-infused pop hits showcasing youthful exuberance and soulful harmonies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • jubilant sing-along moments
  • steady groove for gatherings
  • nostalgic vibes of youth
  • feel-good tracks for celebrations

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of experimental sounds
  • prefer slow, introspective music

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time '18 Greatest Hits' was released in 1983, The Jackson 5 had evolved from their early Motown days into a versatile act embracing various genres. This compilation came after their commercial peak in the 1970s, capturing their most beloved tracks while highlighting Michael Jackson's emergence as a solo star.
Stylistic neighbors
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Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 One Day in Your Life 4:16
  • 2 Lookin’ Through the Windows 3:31
  • 3 Got to Be There 3:22
  • 4 Doctor My Eyes 3:07
  • 5 Ben 2:43
  • 6 ABC 2:57
  • 7 We’re Almost There 3:42
  • 8 Skywriter 3:08
  • 9 Rockin’ Robin 2:30
  • 10 Happy 3:21
  • 11 Ain’t No Sunshine 4:12
  • 12 I’ll Be There 3:57
  • 13 I Want You Back 2:57
  • 14 The Love You Save 3:03
  • 15 We’ve Got a Good Thing Going 2:59
  • 16 Mama’s Pearl 3:12
  • 17 Never Can Say Goodbye 2:59
  • 18 Hallelujah Day 2:42

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata