Top tracks — play these first
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Nothing's So Far Away (as Yesterday) Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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You Can Do Magic — This track stands out for its catchy melody and uplifting lyrics about believing in one's potential, representing America's signature sound effectively.
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Hell's on Fire — With its evocative storytelling about personal struggle, this song captures the emotional depth that America is known for, making it a memorable addition to this collection.
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Today's the Day — This track embodies a hopeful message about seizing the moment, showcasing the band’s ability to blend poignant lyrics with engaging melodies.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective flow
- nostalgic melodies for reminiscing
- for afternoon drives
- sing-along moments with friends
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of high-energy tracks
- prefer experimental music styles
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — Compilation of hits beloved by fans, celebrating America's established catalog.
- Themes
- nostalgic storytelling· personal struggle· hopeful moments
- Moods
- Nostalgic· Introspective
- Career context
- By the time 'Encore: More Greatest Hits' was released in 1991, America was already well-established in the music scene, having achieved significant success with their earlier hits. This album followed their previous compilation, 'Greatest Hits,' and aimed to capture both new material and fan favorites, showcasing the band's enduring appeal in the folk rock genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Loggins and Messina· Bread· James Taylor
Tracklist
- 1 Nothing's So Far Away (as Yesterday) Start here 3:36
- 2 On Target 3:53
- 3 Hell's on Fire 3:17
- 4 The Farm 2:54
- 5 You Can Do Magic 3:55
- 6 Hollywood 2:51
- 7 Another Try 3:22
- 8 Old Man Took 3:15
- 9 Today's the Day 3:17
- 10 Can't Fall Asleep to a Lullaby 4:12
- 11 Survival 3:16
- 12 Everyone I Meet Is From California 3:07
- 13 Right Before Your Eyes 3:53
- 14 Cornwall Blank 4:24
- 15 To Each His Own 3:16
- 16 The Border 3:58
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Sweet Baby James
James Taylor
Shares soft melodies and introspective storytelling, reflecting on personal struggles and nostalgic themes.
Bridge over Troubled Water
Simon & Garfunkel
Captures a similar blend of folk rock with poignant lyrics and an emotional resonance around hope and nostalgia.
Tea for the Tillerman
Cat Stevens
Features reflective storytelling and soft acoustic arrangements that evoke personal journeys and hopeful moments.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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