Kenny G – Greatest Hits
75 min · 17 tracks · easy listening · adult contemporary music · smooth jazz
A smooth blend of saxophone melodies and lush arrangements that evoke romantic nostalgia.
Why this album works
'Greatest Hits' achieved significant commercial success, reaching multi-platinum status and featuring chart-topping singles like 'Songbird.' The album not only encapsulated Kenny G's musical journey but also played a pivotal role in popularizing smooth jazz in mainstream music during the 1990s.
- Best for
- romantic evening ambiance steady melodic flow throughout nostalgic saxophone serenades
- Context
- Released in 1994, 'Greatest Hits' solidified Kenny G's status as a leading figure in smooth jazz. This compilation came after his commercial peak with the album 'Breathless,' which topped charts and showcased his signature sound. By this time, he had already established a loyal fan base and was known for his emotive saxophone playing.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Carpenters· Norah Jones· Spyro Gyra
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Songbird Standout 3:59
- 2 Silhouette 4:32
- 3 Forever in Love Standout 4:59
- 4 Everytime I Close My Eyes (feat. Babyface) 4:59
- 5 Sentimental 4:18
- 6 The Moment 4:43
- 7 How Could an Angel Break My Heart (feat. Toni Braxton) 4:21
- 8 Loving You 3:19
- 9 You Send Me (feat. Michael Bolton) 4:02
- 10 Going Home 4:16
- 11 Havana 5:29
- 12 By the Time This Night Is Over (feat. Peabo Bryson) 4:20
- 13 Baby G 3:35
- 14 Don't Make Me Wait for Love 4:06
- 15 Theme From Dying Young 4:02
- 16 All the Way / One for My Baby (And One More for the Road)(feat. Frank Sinatra) 6:08
- 17 Innocence 3:58
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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