Greatest Hits
MC Hammer · 1996
56 min · 12 tracks · hip-hop · gospel · pop rap
A vibrant collection of hip-hop anthems fused with infectious pop hooks and danceable grooves.
Why this album works
This album encapsulates MC Hammer's influence on hip-hop and pop music, featuring iconic tracks that reached the top of the charts. Notably, 'U Can’t Touch This' won two Grammy Awards and is credited with popularizing sampling in mainstream music, reflecting both his cultural impact and the evolution of hip-hop during the era.
- Best for
- danceable grooves for parties uplifting anthems for celebration steady pacing for group enjoyment
- Context
- By the time 'Greatest Hits' was released in 1996, MC Hammer was navigating a significant shift in his career following the massive success of his early 90s albums. This compilation came after a period of declining commercial performance, marking a retrospective look at his chart-topping hits while attempting to remain relevant in a changing musical landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Prince· Madonna· Christina Aguilera· Ricky Martin· Debbie Gibson· Sparks· Usher· No Doubt
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 U Can’t Touch This Standout 4:17
- 2 Too Legit to Quit Standout 5:36
- 3 Turn This Mutha Out 4:43
- 4 Pray Standout 5:13
- 5 Addams Groove 3:59
- 6 Do Not Pass Me By 5:29
- 7 Here Comes the Hammer 4:31
- 8 Have You Seen Her 4:43
- 9 Let’s Get It Started 4:06
- 10 Gaining Momentum 5:40
- 11 Pump It Up (Here’s the News) 4:35
- 12 They Put Me in the Mix 3:27
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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