What makes Best of Swing Out Sister by Swing Out Sister notable?

This compilation not only highlights the band's most successful tracks but also serves as a marker of their influence on the sophisti-pop scene. The track 'Breakout' reached number 4 on the UK Singles Chart, contributing to their recognition and solidifying their place in pop music history. By the time 'Best of Swing Out Sister' was released in January 1996, Swing Out Sister had already established themselves as a prominent act in the sophisti-pop genre following their debut album 'It's Better to Travel' in 1987. This compilation came during a period when the duo was transitioning from their early commercial success into a more mature sound, showcasing their evolution over nearly a decade.

Who is Best of Swing Out Sister for?

Best of Swing Out Sister works well if you're into steady flow with uplifting vibes, for nostalgic afternoons and sing-along melodies with friends.

How many songs are on Best of Swing Out Sister?

Best of Swing Out Sister has 16 tracks, running approximately 68 minutes.

Released 30 years ago

Best of Swing Out Sister

Swing Out Sister · 1996

68 min · 16 tracks · sophisti-pop

A vibrant blend of jazzy melodies and pop sophistication that encapsulates the essence of 90s sophisti-pop.

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Where this album fits

Career context: By the time 'Best of Swing Out Sister' was released in January 1996, Swing Out Sister had already established themselves as a prominent act in the sophisti-pop genre following their debut album 'It's Better to Travel' in 1987. This compilation came during a period when the duo was transitioning from their early commercial success into a more mature sound, showcasing their evolution over nearly a decade.
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Tracklist

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

1 Breakout 3:48
2 Am I the Same Girl 4:07
3 You on My Mind 3:32
4 Twilight World (edit) 4:05
5 Where in the World 5:35
6 La La (Means I Love You) (U.K. edit with guitar) 4:00
7 Get in Touch With Yourself 5:08
8 Surrender 3:57
9 Ordinary People 6:22
10 Heaven Only Knows 4:09
11 Better Make It Better (edit) 3:51
12 Notgonnachange (O'Duffy's 7" single) 4:20
13 Fooled by a Smile 4:07
14 Waiting Game 4:17
15 Forever Blue 4:18
16 The Windmills of Your Mind (live) 3:04

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