Greatest Hits
Crosby, Stills & Nash · 2005
77 min · 19 tracks · rock music
A harmonious blend of folk-rock melodies and intricate vocal harmonies that encapsulate a transformative era in American music.
Top tracks — play these first
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Suite: Judy Blue Eyes — This opening track features complex harmonies and shifting time signatures, showcasing the band's musical prowess and lyrical storytelling about love and longing.
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Southern Cross — With its nautical imagery and themes of adventure, this song exemplifies the band's ability to weave personal narratives into expansive, relatable stories.
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Teach Your Children — This track carries an enduring message about generational wisdom, combining heartfelt lyrics with rich harmonies that resonate across ages.
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Wasted on the Way — Reflecting on life's journey and the passage of time, this song captures a sense of introspection that is central to the band's legacy.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- nostalgic sing-alongs with friends
- introspective moments for reflection
- dynamic shifts in emotional tone
- gentle melodies for peaceful evenings
- engaging storytelling through harmonies
Maybe skip if you
- prefer high-energy tracks
- avoid lengthy listening experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 2005, Crosby, Stills & Nash had solidified their legacy as pioneers of folk-rock, with 'Greatest Hits' serving as a retrospective of their influential work. This compilation arrived after a long hiatus from original studio albums, highlighting key tracks from their extensive catalog and celebrating their impact on music since their formation in 1968.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Simon & Garfunkel· The Byrds· Buffalo Springfield
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Teach Your Children
The moment shifts from addressing the children to directly urging parents to impart wisdom, creating a poignant call to action.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Suite: Judy Blue Eyes 7:25
- 2 Long Time Gone 4:18
- 3 Just a Song Before I Go 2:14
- 4 Southern Cross 4:41
- 5 Marrakesh Express 2:36
- 6 Helplessly Hoping 2:39
- 7 Shadow Captain 4:33
- 8 Our House 3:00
- 9 Guinnevere 4:39
- 10 See the Changes 2:59
- 11 Teach Your Children 2:53
- 12 Wooden Ships 5:26
- 13 Delta 4:13
- 14 49 Bye-Byes 5:05
- 15 Wasted on the Way 2:52
- 16 Carry On / Questions 4:27
- 17 In My Dreams 5:13
- 18 Cathedral 5:16
- 19 Daylight Again 2:29
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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