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David Gray - Greatest Hits

David Gray · 2007

68 min · 16 tracks · alternative rock

A heartfelt collection of introspective ballads and melodic rock, embodying Gray's emotive lyrical style.

Why this album works

'Greatest Hits' achieved commercial success, charting in multiple countries and reaffirming Gray's impact on the music scene. Notably, his hit 'Babylon' remains one of his most recognized works, contributing to his legacy as a singer-songwriter influential in the realms of pop and alternative music.
Best for
steady pacing for reflective moments heartfelt ballads for emotional connection consistent flow with lyrical depth
Context
By the time 'Greatest Hits' was released in 2007, David Gray had established himself as a prominent figure in alternative rock, especially after the success of his 1998 album 'White Ladder'. This compilation marked a retrospective look at his career, featuring tracks that defined his sound and solidified his fanbase during the late '90s and early 2000s.

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 You're the World to Me 3:36
  • 2 Babylon Standout 3:39
  • 3 The One I Love 3:28
  • 4 Please Forgive Me Standout 5:34
  • 5 Be Mine 3:51
  • 6 Hospital Food 4:44
  • 7 This Year's Love Standout 4:05
  • 8 Alibi 4:35
  • 9 Sail Away 5:14
  • 10 Shine (live) 4:43
  • 11 Caroline 3:39
  • 12 The Other Side 4:28
  • 13 Flame Turns Blue 4:52
  • 14 Destroyer 3:15

Disc 2

  • 1 One With the Birds 5:23
  • 2 In the Morning 3:09

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