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Best Ballads

Toto · 1995

76 min · 17 tracks · hard rock · pop rock · progressive rock

A collection of emotive melodies intertwining soft rock balladry with polished production and heartfelt lyrics.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • emotional and reflective moments
  • intimate solo relaxation time
  • nostalgic and sentimental vibes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 18, 1995, 'Best Ballads' marked Toto's transition into a retrospective phase, compiling their most poignant tracks from the previous decade. At this point, the band was experiencing a decline in mainstream visibility following their peak in the 1980s, making this compilation a way to reconnect with fans and showcase their enduring hits.
Stylistic neighbors
Chicago· Steely Dan· Journey

Tracklist

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

  • 1 A Secret Love 3:08
  • 2 I'll Be Over You 3:49
  • 3 Africa 4:54
  • 4 99 5:13
  • 5 Mama 5:13
  • 6 Somewhere Tonight 3:42
  • 7 Takin' It Back 3:45
  • 8 I Won't Hold You Back 4:56
  • 9 Anna 4:54
  • 10 Georgy Porgy 4:09
  • 11 Lea 4:30
  • 12 It's a Feeling 3:04
  • 13 Rosanna 5:30
  • 14 Angela 4:43
  • 15 Only You 4:22
  • 16 Out of Love 5:54
  • 17 2 Hearts 5:01

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata