Devo's Greatest Hits
57 min · 16 tracks · new wave
A frenetic collage of art rock and new wave, blending quirky rhythms with sharp social commentary.
Top tracks — play these first
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Whip It — This track exemplifies Devo's blend of catchy pop hooks and satirical lyrics, becoming a cultural touchstone for the era and one of their signature songs.
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Beautiful World — With its juxtaposition of upbeat melodies against dystopian themes, this song encapsulates Devo's unique approach to critiquing society while remaining accessible.
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(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction — Their cover of this Rolling Stones classic reimagines it through a deconstructed lens, showcasing Devo's innovative spirit and ability to transform familiar sounds.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The compilation captures Devo's eclectic sound but lacks a cohesive flow typical of studio albums.
What we noticed
- Tracks like 'Whip It' and '(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction' are reinterpreted with Devo's distinctive quirky instrumentation and vocal delivery.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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4/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- quirky anthems for group sing-alongs
- dynamic shifts keep engagement high
- wave-like pacing invites repeat listens
- sardonic humor for playful vibes
Maybe skip if you
- seeking deep emotional narratives
- prefer straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1990, Devo's Greatest Hits captures the band's eclectic evolution from their 1978 debut Q: Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo! through their commercial peak in the early '80s. By this time, Devo had transitioned from an underground sensation to a mainstream act, solidifying their legacy within the new wave genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Talking Heads· Wire· The B-52's
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Here to Go (Go mix version) 5:33
- 2 Through Being Cool 3:12
- 3 Big Mess 2:46
- 4 That’s Good 3:26
- 5 Jerkin’ Back ’n’ Forth 3:05
- 6 Peek·A·Boo! 3:03
- 7 Beautiful World 3:34
- 8 (I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction 2:40
- 9 Whip It 2:40
- 10 Girl U Want 2:57
- 11 Freedom of Choice 3:29
- 12 Smart Patrol / Mr. DNA 6:06
- 13 Gut Feeling 5:00
- 14 Gates of Steel 3:29
- 15 Working in the Coalmine 2:49
- 16 Jocko Homo 3:37
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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