Greatest Hits III cover

Greatest Hits III

Queen · 1999

74 min · 17 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · pop rock

A vibrant collection of Queen's eclectic sound, blending rock anthems with emotional ballads and innovative remixes.

Why this album works

The album reached number one on the UK Albums Chart and has been certified multi-platinum, highlighting its commercial success. Notably, it includes 'Under Pressure (Rah mix)', which showcased Queen's ability to evolve with contemporary sounds while maintaining their signature style. The release further cemented their influence across genres and generations.
Best for
steady pacing with emotional highs sing-along anthems for gatherings nostalgic reflections on past favorites
Context
By the time 'Greatest Hits III' was released in 1999, Queen had already solidified their legacy, especially following Freddie Mercury's death in 1991. This compilation marked their continued relevance in a changing music landscape, showcasing tracks from their later years alongside classic hits. It served as a retrospective while introducing newer fans to their extensive catalog.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Show Must Go On (live) Standout 4:37
  • 2 Under Pressure (Rah mix) Standout 4:11
  • 3 Barcelona 4:26
  • 4 Too Much Love Will Kill You 4:21
  • 5 Somebody to Love (live) Standout 5:09
  • 6 You Don’t Fool Me 5:25
  • 7 Heaven for Everyone 4:40
  • 8 Las Palabras de Amor (The Words of Love) 4:31
  • 9 Driven by You 4:12
  • 10 Living on My Own (Julian Raymond mix) 3:39
  • 11 Let Me Live 4:47
  • 12 The Great Pretender 3:27
  • 13 Princes of the Universe 3:33
  • 14 Another One Bites the Dust 4:23
  • 15 No‐One but You (Only the Good Die Young) 4:13
  • 16 These Are the Days of Our Lives 4:20
  • 17 Thank God It’s Christmas 4:19

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