A Retrospective
Lou Reed · 1998
56 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock · folk rock · psychedelic rock
A compilation of gritty rock anthems and poignant ballads reflecting Lou Reed's eclectic career.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic flow with emotional peaks
- gritty anthems for late nights
- poignant ballads for introspection
- sing-along moments with friends
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- avoid lengthy listening experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1998, 'A Retrospective' came during a period when Lou Reed was celebrating his legacy after decades in the music industry. This collection features key tracks from his extensive discography, highlighting his evolution from avant-garde innovator with The Velvet Underground to a solo artist who embraced mainstream appeal.
- Stylistic neighbors
- David Bowie· Iggy Pop· The Velvet Underground
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Can't Stand It 2:35
- 2 Walk on the Wild Side 4:13
- 3 Satellite of Love 3:39
- 4 Vicious 2:56
- 5 Caroline Says I 3:57
- 6 Sweet Jane (live) 4:30
- 7 Kill Your Sons 3:37
- 8 Coney Island Baby 6:37
- 9 Nowhere at All 3:14
- 10 The Blue Mask 5:03
- 11 Legendary Hearts 3:24
- 12 My Red Joystick 3:34
- 13 The Original Wrapper 3:38
- 14 Video Violence 5:35
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