25 Number Ones cover

25 Number Ones

Conway Twitty · 2004

76 min · 25 tracks · country

A rich tapestry of heartfelt ballads and upbeat country anthems showcases Twitty's signature storytelling and vocal prowess.

Why this album works

This album reached number one on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart, reestablishing Twitty's presence in a market increasingly influenced by newer artists. It is significant not just for its commercial success but also for its nostalgic resonance with fans, encapsulating why Twitty remains a beloved figure in country music history.
Career context
By the time '25 Number Ones' was released in January 2004, Conway Twitty had solidified his legacy as a country music icon with a career spanning over four decades. This compilation album came after his long-standing success in the genre, highlighting his most celebrated hits and reaffirming his status amidst the changing landscape of country music.
Stylistic neighbors
Jerry Reed· Jerry Lee Lewis· Willie Nelson

Tracklist

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

  • 1 It’s Only Make Believe 2:13
  • 2 Next in Line 2:51
  • 3 Hello Darlin’ Standout 2:29
  • 4 After the Fire Is Gone 2:42
  • 5 Lead Me On 2:26
  • 6 I Can’t Stop Loving You Standout 2:49
  • 7 Louisiana Woman Mississippi Man 2:32
  • 8 You’ve Never Been This Far Before 3:01
  • 9 There’s a Honky Tonk Angel (Who’ll Take Me Back In) 2:58
  • 10 As Soon as I Hang Up the Phone 2:42
  • 11 I See the Want to in Your Eyes 2:49
  • 12 Linda on My Mind 2:42
  • 13 Touch the Hand 3:23
  • 14 After All the Good Is Gone 2:58
  • 15 Play Guitar Play 3:23
  • 16 Don’t Take It Away 3:44
  • 17 Happy Birthday Darlin’ 2:53
  • 18 I’d Just Love to Lay You Down 3:21
  • 19 Rest Your Love on Me 4:32
  • 20 Tight Fittin’ Jeans Standout 2:50
  • 21 Red Neckin’ Love Makin’ Night 4:43
  • 22 The Clown 4:02
  • 23 Slow Hand 2:56
  • 24 I Don’t Know a Thing About Love 2:59
  • 25 Desperado Love 2:25

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