What does Greatest Hits sound like?

A vibrant collection blending blue-eyed soul and new wave, showcasing the duo's eclectic style and lyrical depth. Rooted in new wave and blue-eyed soul. Start with "Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This)".

Is Greatest Hits a good place to start with Eurythmics?

Yes, Greatest Hits is recommended as a starting point for new Eurythmics listeners. A vibrant collection blending blue-eyed soul and new wave, showcasing the duo's eclectic style and lyrical depth. By the time 'Greatest Hits' was released in 1991, Eurythmics were at the peak of their commercial success. This compilation came shortly after their critically acclaimed album 'We Too Are One' (1989) and encapsulated a decade of chart-topping hits that solidified their influence in the pop and rock landscape.

Who is Greatest Hits for?

Greatest Hits works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, catchy hooks and melodies and uplifting and empowering vibes.

How many songs are on Greatest Hits?

Greatest Hits has 18 tracks, running approximately 77 minutes.

Greatest Hits

Eurythmics · 1991

77 min · 18 tracks · new wave

A vibrant collection blending blue-eyed soul and new wave, showcasing the duo's eclectic style and lyrical depth.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This) Start here — This track is emblematic of Eurythmics' sound, featuring its iconic synth riff and themes of aspiration and desire. It became a global anthem, defining both the band's identity and the sound of the early '80s.
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Here Comes the Rain Again — Combining lush orchestration with moody lyrics about longing and reflection, this song showcases Annie Lennox's emotive vocal range and captures the duo's ability to blend pop with deeper emotional narratives.
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Sisters Are Doin' It for Themselves — Featuring Aretha Franklin, this empowering anthem stands out for its celebration of female strength and independence. It's a significant collaboration that reflects the socio-political climate of its time.
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Would I Lie to You? — With its catchy chorus and rhythmic groove, this track exemplifies Eurythmics' knack for infectious hooks while exploring themes of honesty and betrayal in relationships.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

45 /100

Lowland

Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

This compilation showcases Eurythmics' hits but lacks a cohesive flow typical of original albums.

What we noticed

Tracks are sequenced to alternate between upbeat and slower tempos, maintaining listener engagement throughout.
Several songs feature prominent synthesizer lines characteristic of the new wave genre, while others incorporate elements of blue-eyed soul.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 4/10

Influence 6/10

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

steady, consistent energy levels
catchy hooks and melodies
uplifting and empowering vibes
great for nostalgic moments
dynamic emotional journeys

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Starting Point — A comprehensive collection showcasing their popular sound for new listeners.
Themes: 1980s synth-pop· female empowerment anthems· desire and aspiration
Career context: By the time 'Greatest Hits' was released in 1991, Eurythmics were at the peak of their commercial success. This compilation came shortly after their critically acclaimed album 'We Too Are One' (1989) and encapsulated a decade of chart-topping hits that solidified their influence in the pop and rock landscape.
Stylistic neighbors: Depeche Mode· Duran Duran· The Human League

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Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

Here Comes the Rain Again

The lyrics shift from feelings of hopefulness to a deep sense of melancholy as the music swells, contrasting light and dark emotions.

This juxtaposition illustrates the complexity of human emotions, using vivid imagery to evoke both yearning and resignation without explicitly stating them.