Greatest Hits, Volume II cover

Greatest Hits, Volume II

Chicago · 1981

35 min · 10 tracks · jazz fusion · pop rock · soft rock

A polished collection of soft rock and jazz-infused hits that showcases Chicago's signature brass arrangements and emotive songwriting.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo sing-alongs
  • nostalgic reflections on love
  • polished melodies for relaxation
  • background warmth for gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy tracks
  • prefer experimental soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Greatest Hits, Volume II' was released in November 1981, Chicago had already established themselves as a leading force in the soft rock genre with several chart-topping albums. This compilation followed their successful 'Chicago IX: Chicago's Greatest Hits,' which solidified their commercial appeal and featured iconic tracks like 'If You Leave Me Now.' With this album, the band aimed to capture their evolving sound while appealing to both new listeners and longtime fans.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Baby What a Big Surprise 3:04
  • 2 Dialogue, Part II 4:11
  • 3 No Tell Lover 3:48
  • 4 Alive Again 3:34
  • 5 Old Days 3:30
  • 6 If You Leave Me Now 3:56
  • 7 Questions 67 & 68 3:28
  • 8 Happy Man 3:16
  • 9 Gone Long Gone 3:58
  • 10 Take Me Back to Chicago 2:57

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