Released 20 years ago
Greatest Hits & Videos
Huey Lewis and the News · 2006
79 min · 21 tracks · hard rock
A vibrant collection of catchy hooks and infectious melodies that define the sound of the 1980s rock scene.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Heart of Rock & Roll Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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The Power of Love — This track gained immense popularity from its inclusion in the film 'Back to the Future', cementing its legacy as one of the defining songs of the band and the decade.
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I Want a New Drug — With its infectious beat and memorable chorus, this song exemplifies the band's knack for combining rock with playful lyrics, making it an enduring fan favorite.
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Hip to Be Square — This track captures the upbeat spirit of the band while cleverly commenting on societal norms, contributing to its status as a staple in both their discography and popular culture.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- sing-along anthems for gatherings
- upbeat tracks for road trips
- nostalgic vibes from past hits
- catchy hooks that linger
- dynamic flow of feel-good energy
Maybe skip if you
- slow, introspective listening preference
- avoids upbeat and catchy tunes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — Showcases beloved tracks, appealing to dedicated fans and nostalgic listeners.
- Themes
- 1980s pop culture· Back to the Future nostalgia· societal norms critique
- Career context
- In 2006, Huey Lewis and the News released 'Greatest Hits & Videos' amidst a period of reflection on their successful career, which began with their breakthrough album 'Sports' in 1983. This compilation came after several years of decreased radio play and commercial visibility, serving as a retrospective of their significant contributions to pop-rock music throughout the decade.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The B-52's· Hall & Oates· Chicago
Tracklist
- 1 The Heart of Rock & Roll Start here 4:05
- 2 I Want a New Drug 3:31
- 3 The Power of Love 3:54
- 4 Jacob’s Ladder (single remix) 3:29
- 5 Stuck With You 4:26
- 6 Doing It All for My Baby 3:39
- 7 If This Is It 3:52
- 8 Do You Believe in Love 3:27
- 9 Heart and Soul 4:11
- 10 Back in Time 4:18
- 11 Perfect World 4:07
- 12 I Know What I Like 3:51
- 13 Trouble in Paradise (live in San Francisco, CA, 2/21/85) 4:26
- 14 It’s Alright 3:03
- 15 Cruisin’ (edit) 3:34
- 16 Hope You Love Me Like You Say You Do 3:44
- 17 Small World 4:42
- 18 But It’s Alright 2:52
- 19 Hip to Be Square 4:01
- 20 Couple Days Off 3:16
- 21 Workin’ for a Livin’ 2:38
What to play next
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1996
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