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21st Century Hits: Best of 2000–2012

Dwight Yoakam · 2013

47 min · 14 tracks · country

A collection of heartfelt country melodies steeped in tradition and modern storytelling.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo reflective moments
  • heartfelt storytelling for introspection
  • casual background for gatherings
  • melancholic tunes for rainy days
  • sing-along choruses with friends

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy dance tracks
  • prefer experimental soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time Dwight Yoakam released '21st Century Hits: Best of 2000–2012', he was already an established figure in country music, known for his unique blend of honky-tonk and rock influences. This compilation came as a retrospective on his work in the 2000s, following his last studio album, '3 Pears', released in 2012, showcasing his sustained relevance in the genre.
Stylistic neighbors
George Strait· Travis Tritt· Alan Jackson

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Sad Side of Town 2:51
  • 2 The Late Great Golden State 2:28
  • 3 The Back of Your Hand 3:07
  • 4 If Teardrops Were Diamonds 3:19
  • 5 Long Goodbye 3:40
  • 6 Intentional Heartache 4:25
  • 7 Blame the Vein 3:39
  • 8 I Wanna Love Again 2:57
  • 9 Just Passin' Time 3:44
  • 10 Crazy Little Thing Called Love 2:20
  • 11 Close Up the Honky Tonks 6:24
  • 12 My Heart Skips a Beat 2:24
  • 13 Act Naturally 2:33
  • 14 A Heart Like Mine 4:00

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