Gold
Donna Summer · 2005
156 min · 34 tracks · contemporary R&B · house · synth-pop
An expansive retrospective, blending disco anthems with soulful ballads showcasing Summer's vocal prowess.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks wave-like pacing for reflective moments for nostalgic dance parties
- Context
- Released in January 2005, 'Gold' marks Donna Summer's return to the music scene after a long hiatus, serving as a greatest hits compilation. This album encapsulates her career, featuring favorites from the disco era through to the early 2000s, reflecting her enduring influence across multiple genres.
- If you like
- contemporary R&B, house, synth-pop
Gold is an album by Donna Summer, released in 2005. An expansive retrospective, blending disco anthems with soulful ballads showcasing Summer's vocal prowess. 'Gold' achieved commercial success, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Top Comprehensive Albums chart and introducing a new generation to Summer's classic hits. The album was well-received critically, praised for its cohesive collection of tracks that highlighted her artistry and impact on pop and dance music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Gold sound like?
An expansive retrospective, blending disco anthems with soulful ballads showcasing Summer's vocal prowess. Rooted in contemporary R&B and house.
What makes Gold by Donna Summer notable?
'Gold' achieved commercial success, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Top Comprehensive Albums chart and introducing a new generation to Summer's classic hits. The album was well-received critically, praised for its cohesive collection of tracks that highlighted her artistry and impact on pop and dance music. Released in January 2005, 'Gold' marks Donna Summer's return to the music scene after a long hiatus, serving as a greatest hits compilation. This album encapsulates her career, featuring favorites from the disco era through to the early 2000s, reflecting her enduring influence across multiple genres.
Who is Gold for?
Gold works well if you're into dynamic journey with emotional peaks, wave-like pacing for reflective moments and for nostalgic dance parties.
How many songs are on Gold?
Gold has 34 tracks, running approximately 156 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Love to Love You Baby 4:58
- 2 Could It Be Magic 3:56
- 3 Try Me, I Know We Can Make It 4:47
- 4 Spring Affair 4:02
- 5 Love’s Unkind 4:26
- 6 I Feel Love Standout 5:52
- 7 I Love You 4:42
- 8 Last Dance Standout 4:58
- 9 Macarthur Park 6:28
- 10 Heaven Knows 3:39
- 11 Hot Stuff 6:46
- 12 Bad Girls 4:57
- 13 Dim All the Lights 4:36
- 14 Sunset People 6:29
- 15 No More Tears (Enough Is Enough) 4:48
- 16 On the Radio 4:04
Disc 2
- 1 The Wanderer 3:47
- 2 Love Is in Control (Finger on the Trigger) 4:20
- 3 State of Independence 5:50
- 4 She Works Hard for the Money Standout 5:21
- 5 Unconditional Love 4:43
- 6 There Goes My Baby 4:07
- 7 Supernatural Love 3:35
- 8 Dinner With Gershwin 4:39
- 9 All Systems Go 4:13
- 10 This Time I Know It’s for Real 3:37
- 11 I Don’t Wanna Get Hurt 3:27
- 12 Love’s About to Change My Heart 3:47
- 13 When Love Cries 4:31
- 14 Carry On 3:41
- 15 Melody of Love (Wanna Be Loved) 4:15
- 16 I Will Go With You (Con te partiro) 4:09
- 17 Dream‐A‐Lot’s Theme (I Will Live for Love) 4:52
- 18 You’re So Beautiful 4:05
Release Date
January 11, 2005
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
156 min 42 sec
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