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Glen Campbell's Greatest Hits

Glen Campbell · 1971

31 min · 12 tracks · country music

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

46 /100
Foothills
Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album showcases Campbell's songwriting and vocal style but lacks a strong cohesive narrative across its tracks.

What we noticed

  • Several tracks prominently feature orchestral arrangements, adding depth to the instrumentation.
  • The sequencing includes two pairs of consecutive tracks that share thematic elements, creating a sense of continuity.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
5/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. 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

  • short bursts of nostalgic warmth
  • easygoing sing-along moments
  • gentle melodies for relaxation
  • quick tracks for light listening

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer lengthy, immersive albums
  • want heavy production

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — This compilation solidified Campbell's popularity and showcased his key hits.
Stylistic neighbors
Jimmy Webb· John Denver· The Mamas & the Papas

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Honey Come Back 2:57
  • 2 Gentle on My Mind 2:52
  • 3 Everything a Man Could Ever Need 2:34
  • 4 Galveston 2:21
  • 5 Try a Little Kindness 2:26
  • 6 Dreams of the Everyday Housewife 2:29
  • 7 By the Time I Get to Phoenix 2:37
  • 8 Dream Baby (How long Must I Dream) 2:28
  • 9 Where's the Playground Susie 2:51
  • 10 It's Only Make Believe 2:22
  • 11 Wichita Lineman 2:59
  • 12 All I Have to Do Is Dream 2:30

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