Idol Songs: 11 of the Best
Billy Idol · 1988
43 min · 11 tracks · hard rock · new wave · punk
A pulsating blend of rock anthems and new wave charisma that defined the 80s soundscape.
Why this album works
Idol Songs: 11 of the Best reached No. 33 on the Billboard 200, reaffirming Idol's popularity in the late 80s. The album's tracks contributed to his legacy, influencing a generation of rock artists and cementing new wave's place in mainstream music history.
- Best for
- steady energetic flow throughout sing-along anthems for gatherings nostalgic vibes for the 80s
- Context
- Released in 1988, this compilation came during Billy Idol's peak commercial phase, following his successful albums 'Rebel Yell' (1983) and 'Whiplash Smile' (1986). By this point, Idol had solidified his status as a leading figure in the rock and new wave scenes, showcasing hits that spanned his career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nikolai Noskov· Roger Taylor· Cyndi Lauper
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Rebel Yell Standout 4:47
- 2 Hot in the City 3:38
- 3 White Wedding Standout 3:33
- 4 Eyes Without a Face 4:09
- 5 Catch My Fall 3:42
- 6 Mony Mony 4:09
- 7 To Be a Lover 3:52
- 8 Sweet Sixteen 4:14
- 9 Flesh for Fantasy 3:48
- 10 Don't Need a Gun 4:28
- 11 Dancing With Myself Standout 3:22
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.