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Moonlighting: The Anthology

Roger Daltrey · 2005

140 min · 34 tracks · rock music

A reflective collection blending rock anthems with tender ballads, showcasing Daltrey's powerful vocals and storytelling prowess.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Giving It All Away — This track exemplifies Daltrey's emotional range, combining poignant lyrics with a powerful vocal delivery that captures the struggles of selflessness.
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    Behind Blue Eyes — Originally performed with The Who, Daltrey’s rendition here is hauntingly introspective, providing a fresh perspective on vulnerability and isolation.
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    Won’t Get Fooled Again — This iconic anthem showcases Daltrey's dynamic vocal power and remains a staple of rock protest songs, resonating with themes of disillusionment.
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    Baba O’Riley — As one of The Who’s most beloved songs, Daltrey’s performance here bridges his past with his present, solidifying its timeless status in rock history.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • reflective storytelling through vocals
  • cathartic moments of emotional release
  • for nostalgic late nights
  • sing-along anthems for gatherings
  • varied pacing keeps engagement

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek only standalone hits

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2005, 'Moonlighting: The Anthology' marks a significant retrospective in Roger Daltrey's career, compiling tracks from his solo endeavors over the decades. This album arrived after a lengthy hiatus from solo work, highlighting his evolution beyond The Who and capturing the essence of his artistic journey.
Stylistic neighbors
Pete Townshend· David Bowie· Paul Rogers

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 One Man Band 3:52
  • 2 The Way of the World 3:16
  • 3 Thinking 4:25
  • 4 There Is Love 4:35
  • 5 Giving It All Away 3:34
  • 6 (Come and) Get Your Love 3:44
  • 7 The World Over 3:08
  • 8 Proud 4:51
  • 9 Dear John 3:48
  • 10 Avenging Annie 4:32
  • 11 One of the Boys 2:46
  • 12 Martyrs and Madmen 4:19
  • 13 Say It Ain’t So, Joe 4:16
  • 14 Bitter and Twisted 4:07
  • 15 Free Me 3:59
  • 16 Without Your Love 3:19
  • 17 Waiting for a Friend 3:24
  • 18 Parting Would Be Painless 3:44

Disc 2

  • 1 After the Fire 4:37
  • 2 Under a Raging Moon 5:33
  • 3 The Pride You Hide 4:33
  • 4 Behind Blue Eyes 2:29
  • 5 Won’t Get Fooled Again 7:52
  • 6 Lover’s Storm 3:53
  • 7 The Pig Must Die 4:29
  • 8 Who’s Gonna Walk on Water 4:45
  • 9 Love Is 4:09
  • 10 Blues Man Road 4:03
  • 11 Baba O’Riley 3:22
  • 12 Pinball Wizard 3:25
  • 13 The Real Me 4:48
  • 14 Child of Mine 4:02
  • 15 Born to Run 5:12
  • 16 A Second Out 3:33

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