50th Anniversary: The Singles Collection 1961–1969
The Supremes · 2011
228 min · 82 tracks · R&B · soul · disco
A vibrant anthology of soulful melodies and heartfelt lyrics that defined the Motown sound.
Why this album works
- Best for
- nostalgic sing-alongs with friends lighthearted background for gatherings quick bursts of joyful energy
- Context
- Released in 2011, this collection commemorates The Supremes' illustrious career as one of Motown's most successful acts. By this time, the group had already solidified their legacy with over a dozen chart-topping hits during the 1960s, making this anthology not just a retrospective but also an affirmation of their enduring influence.
- If you like
- R&B, soul, disco
50th Anniversary: The Singles Collection 1961–1969 is an album by The Supremes, released in 2011. A vibrant anthology of soulful melodies and heartfelt lyrics that defined the Motown sound. This album highlights The Supremes' significant impact on pop and soul music, showcasing their evolution from doo-wop beginnings to disco influences. It features classic tracks like 'Where Did Our Love Go' and 'You Can't Hurry Love,' which have been celebrated for their cultural resonance and commercial success, including multiple Billboard chart-toppers. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 50th Anniversary: The Singles Collection 1961–1969 sound like?
A vibrant anthology of soulful melodies and heartfelt lyrics that defined the Motown sound. Rooted in R&B and soul.
What makes 50th Anniversary: The Singles Collection 1961–1969 by The Supremes notable?
This album highlights The Supremes' significant impact on pop and soul music, showcasing their evolution from doo-wop beginnings to disco influences. It features classic tracks like 'Where Did Our Love Go' and 'You Can't Hurry Love,' which have been celebrated for their cultural resonance and commercial success, including multiple Billboard chart-toppers. Released in 2011, this collection commemorates The Supremes' illustrious career as one of Motown's most successful acts. By this time, the group had already solidified their legacy with over a dozen chart-topping hits during the 1960s, making this anthology not just a retrospective but also an affirmation of their enduring influence.
Who is 50th Anniversary: The Singles Collection 1961–1969 for?
50th Anniversary: The Singles Collection 1961–1969 works well if you're into nostalgic sing-alongs with friends, lighthearted background for gatherings and quick bursts of joyful energy.
How many songs are on 50th Anniversary: The Singles Collection 1961–1969?
50th Anniversary: The Singles Collection 1961–1969 has 82 tracks, running approximately 228 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 I Want a Guy 3:05
- 2 Never Again 3:02
- 3 Buttered Popcorn (first version) 2:56
- 4 Who’s Lovin’ You 2:50
- 5 Buttered Popcorn (second version) 2:32
- 6 Your Heart Belongs to Me (first version) 2:36
- 7 (He’s) Seventeen 2:40
- 8 Your Heart Belongs to Me (second version) 2:36
- 9 Let Me Go the Right Way 2:33
- 10 Time Changes Things 2:27
- 11 My Heart Can’t Take It No More 2:57
- 12 You Bring Back Memories 2:37
- 13 A Breathtaking Guy 2:25
- 14 (The Man With the) Rock and Roll Banjo Band 3:04
- 15 When the Lovelight Starts Shining Through His Eyes 3:06
- 16 Standing at the Crossroads of Love 2:30
- 17 Run, Run, Run 2:22
- 18 I’m Giving You Your Freedom 2:34
- 19 Where Did Our Love Go Standout 2:33
- 20 He Means the World to Me 1:51
- 21 Baby Love Standout 2:36
- 22 Ask Any Girl 3:02
- 23 Come See About Me 2:41
- 24 You’re Gone (but Always in My Heart) (a.k.a. Always in My Heart) 2:27
- 25 Moonlight and Kisses 2:44
- 26 Baby, Baby, wo ist unsere Liebe (Where Did Our Love Go) 2:39
- 27 Thank You Darling 2:44
- 28 Jonny und Joe (Come See About Me) 2:38
Disc 2
- 1 Stop! In the Name of Love 2:53
- 2 I’m in Love Again 2:20
- 3 Back in My Arms Again 2:57
- 4 Whisper You Love Me Boy 2:39
- 5 The Only Time I’m Happy 2:29
- 6 Nothing but Heartaches 2:44
- 7 He Holds His Own 2:31
- 8 Things Are Changing 2:58
- 9 Dr. Goldfoot and the Bikini Machine 2:23
- 10 I Hear a Symphony 2:43
- 11 Who Could Ever Doubt My Love 2:36
- 12 Children’s Christmas Song 2:46
- 13 Twinkle Twinkle Little Me 3:03
- 14 My World Is Empty Without You 2:35
- 15 Everything Is Good About You 3:12
- 16 Love Is Like an Itching in My Heart 2:54
- 17 He’s All I Got 2:45
- 18 You Can’t Hurry Love 2:54
- 19 Put Yourself in My Place 2:16
- 20 You Keep Me Hangin’ On 2:47
- 21 Remove This Doubt 2:54
- 22 Love Is Here and Now You’re Gone 2:49
- 23 There’s No Stopping Us Now 3:02
- 24 The Happening 2:52
- 25 All I Know About You 1:56
- 26 L’amore verrà (You Can’t Hurry Love) 2:51
- 27 Se il filo spezzerai (You Keep Me Hangin’ On) 2:44
- 28 Supremes Interview 5:42
Disc 3
- 1 Reflections 2:51
- 2 Going Down for the Third Time 2:32
- 3 In and Out of Love 2:39
- 4 I Guess I’ll Always Love You 2:45
- 5 Forever Came Today 3:19
- 6 Some Things You Never Get Used To 2:25
- 7 You’ve Been So Wonderful to Me 2:32
- 8 Love Child 2:59
- 9 Will This Be the Day 2:50
- 10 Love Child (alternate version) 2:53
- 11 I’m Gonna Make You Love Me 3:07
- 12 A Place in the Sun 3:30
- 13 I’m Livin’ in Shame (first version) 3:08
- 14 I’m So Glad I Got Somebody (Like You Around) 3:38
- 15 I’m Livin’ in Shame (second version) 3:04
- 16 I’ll Try Something New 2:26
- 17 The Way You Do the Things You Do 1:43
- 18 The Composer 2:54
- 19 The Beginning of the End 2:29
- 20 No Matter What Sign You Are (first version) 2:55
- 21 The Young Folks 3:15
- 22 No Matter What Sign You Are (second version) 2:58
- 23 The Weight 3:03
- 24 For Better or Worse 2:38
- 25 Someday We’ll Be Together 3:27
- 26 He’s My Sunny Boy 2:21
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