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Greatest Hits

Diana Ross · 1972

46 min · 12 tracks · jazz · R&B · soul

A vibrant collection of soulful melodies and empowering anthems that define Diana Ross's indelible mark on pop music.

Why this album works

Best for
empowering anthems for uplifting moments wave-like pacing with emotional peaks sing-along favorites with friends
Context
Released in 1972, 'Greatest Hits' marked a pivotal moment in Diana Ross's solo career following her departure from The Supremes. By this time, she had already achieved significant acclaim with hits like 'Ain’t No Mountain High Enough' and was solidifying her identity as a leading figure in the music industry, transitioning from group member to solo star.
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jazz, R&B, soul

Greatest Hits is an album by Diana Ross, released in 1972. A vibrant collection of soulful melodies and empowering anthems that define Diana Ross's indelible mark on pop music. 'Greatest Hits' is significant not only for its commercial success, reaching the top ten on the Billboard 200 but also for its cultural impact, providing a retrospective look at Ross’s influential work. The album includes several chart-topping singles that have become timeless classics, showcasing her vocal prowess and setting the stage for future soul and pop artists. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Greatest Hits sound like?

A vibrant collection of soulful melodies and empowering anthems that define Diana Ross's indelible mark on pop music. Rooted in jazz and R&B.

What makes Greatest Hits by Diana Ross notable?

'Greatest Hits' is significant not only for its commercial success, reaching the top ten on the Billboard 200 but also for its cultural impact, providing a retrospective look at Ross’s influential work. The album includes several chart-topping singles that have become timeless classics, showcasing her vocal prowess and setting the stage for future soul and pop artists. Released in 1972, 'Greatest Hits' marked a pivotal moment in Diana Ross's solo career following her departure from The Supremes. By this time, she had already achieved significant acclaim with hits like 'Ain’t No Mountain High Enough' and was solidifying her identity as a leading figure in the music industry, transitioning from group member to solo star.

Who is Greatest Hits for?

Greatest Hits works well if you're into empowering anthems for uplifting moments, wave-like pacing with emotional peaks and sing-along favorites with friends.

How many songs are on Greatest Hits?

Greatest Hits has 12 tracks, running approximately 46 minutes.

Tracklist

12 tracks·46:24

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

  • 1 Remember Me 3:34
  • 2 Didn’t You Know (You’d Have to Cry Sometime) 3:07
  • 3 Doobedood’ndoobe, Doobedood’ndoobe, Doobedood’ndoo 4:56
  • 4 Surrender Standout 2:56
  • 5 And If You See Him 2:52
  • 6 Ain’t No Mountain High Enough Standout 6:19
  • 7 How About You 2:51
  • 8 Reach Out and Touch (Somebody’s Hand) Standout 3:07
  • 9 These Things Will Keep Me Loving You 3:11
  • 10 Reach Out, I’ll Be There 5:38
  • 11 (They Long to Be) Close to You 4:04
  • 12 I’m Still Waiting 3:44

Release Date

January 1, 1972

Genre

jazz, soul

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

46 min 24 sec