Music Box
The Monkees · 2001
269 min · 99 tracks · pop rock
A nostalgic collection of jangly guitars and harmonious pop melodies that encapsulate the Monkees' playful spirit.
Top tracks — play these first
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(Theme From) The Monkees Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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I'm a Believer — This track exemplifies The Monkees’ signature sound with its catchy melody and energetic vocals, representing the height of their commercial success.
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Last Train to Clarksville — As one of their earliest hits, this song captures the essence of the band's blend of upbeat pop with a hint of social commentary, solidifying their place in music history.
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Pleasant Valley Sunday — This track features introspective lyrics paired with an infectious tune, highlighting the band's ability to address serious themes within a pop framework.
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Daydream Believer — A quintessential Monkees song, it combines lush harmonies with poignant lyrics about disillusionment, showcasing their musical range and emotional depth.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- nostalgic sing-alongs with friends
- playful tracks for sunny days
- catchy melodies that uplift mood
- short bursts of joyful energy
- light-hearted tunes for casual listening
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of deep narratives
- prefer lengthy immersive experiences
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A comprehensive compilation showcasing the band's catalog but not a primary entry point.
- Themes
- 1960s pop nostalgia· California dreaming· social commentary in melody
- Career context
- Released in 2001, Music Box is a comprehensive compilation that showcases The Monkees' extensive catalog, bringing together hits from their peak in the 1960s. This album arrived during a resurgence of interest in 1960s pop culture, celebrating their legacy long after the group's initial breakup and subsequent reunions.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Beach Boys· The Byrds· The Turtles
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 (Theme From) The Monkees Start here 2:19
- 2 I Wanna Be Free (Fast version) 2:47
- 3 Let’s Dance On 2:30
- 4 Last Train to Clarksville 2:46
- 5 Take a Giant Step 2:33
- 6 All the King’s Horses 2:16
- 7 Saturday’s Child 2:43
- 8 Papa Gene’s Blues 1:59
- 9 I Wanna Be Free (album version) 2:24
- 10 Sweet Young Thing 1:56
- 11 Gonna Buy Me a Dog 2:41
- 12 I Don’t Think You Know Me (First Recorded version) 2:16
- 13 I’m a Believer 2:46
- 14 (I’m Not Your) Steppin’ Stone 2:19
- 15 She 2:39
- 16 Mary, Mary 2:17
- 17 Your Auntie Grizelda 2:28
- 18 Of You (mix) 1:58
- 19 Look Out (Here Comes Tomorrow) (extended version) 2:48
- 20 The Kind of Girl I Could Love 1:53
- 21 Sometime in the Morning 2:28
- 22 When Love Comes Knockin’ (At Your Door) 1:48
- 23 Do Not Ask for Love (First Recorded version) 3:00
- 24 Valleri (First Recorded version) 2:32
- 25 I’ll Be Back Upon My Feet (First Recorded version) 2:35
Disc 2
- 1 A Little Bit Me, a Little Bit You 2:49
- 2 She Hangs Out 2:33
- 3 The Girl I Knew Somewhere 2:35
- 4 All of Your Toys 3:08
- 5 Love to Love 2:28
- 6 You Told Me 2:26
- 7 I’ll Spend My Life With You 2:24
- 8 Forget That Girl 2:25
- 9 You Just May Be the One 2:03
- 10 Shades of Gray 3:22
- 11 For Pete’s Sake 2:11
- 12 Sunny Girlfriend 2:33
- 13 No Time 2:07
- 14 Randy Scouse Git 2:33
- 15 Pleasant Valley Sunday 3:07
- 16 Words 2:51
- 17 Daydream Believer 3:00
- 18 Goin’ Down 4:23
- 19 Salesman 2:36
- 20 The Door Into Summer 2:49
- 21 Love Is Only Sleeping 2:31
- 22 Cuddly Toy 2:40
- 23 What Am I Doing Hangin’ ’round? 3:08
- 24 Daily Nightly 2:32
- 25 Star Collector 4:24
Disc 3
- 1 Valleri 2:20
- 2 Tapioca Tundra 3:05
- 3 Dream World 3:20
- 4 Auntie’s Municipal Court 4:04
- 5 P. O. Box 9847 3:13
- 6 Zor and Zam 2:08
- 7 Carlisle Wheeling (First Recorded version) 3:33
- 8 Tear the Top Right Off My Head 2:06
- 9 The Girl I Left Behind Me (First Recorded version) 2:41
- 10 Nine Times Blue 2:09
- 11 Come on In 3:09
- 12 D. W. Washburn 2:49
- 13 It’s Nice to Be With You 2:52
- 14 St. Matthew 2:43
- 15 Porpoise Song (Theme From Head) (single version) 4:10
- 16 As We Go Along 3:52
- 17 Ditty Diego‐War Chant 0:49
- 18 Circle Sky (live) 2:24
- 19 Can You Dig It 3:22
- 20 Daddy’s Song (long version) 3:27
- 21 Long Title: Do I Have to Do This All Over Again 2:38
Disc 4
- 1 Tear Drop City 2:01
- 2 A Man Without a Dream 3:04
- 3 Through the Looking Glass 2:41
- 4 I Won’t Be the Same Without Her 2:40
- 5 You and I 2:13
- 6 While I Cry 2:59
- 7 Shorty Blackwell 5:39
- 8 If I Ever Get to Saginaw Again 2:45
- 9 Smile 2:19
- 10 Listen to the Band (single version) 2:29
- 11 Someday Man 2:40
- 12 Some of Shelly’s Blues 2:30
- 13 Mommy and Daddy 2:13
- 14 Good Clean Fun 2:19
- 15 Looking for the Good Times 2:04
- 16 Steam Engine 2:24
- 17 I Never Thought It Peculiar 2:27
- 18 Midnight Train 2:07
- 19 Oh My My 3:02
- 20 I Love You Better 2:28
- 21 Do You Feel It Too? 2:36
- 22 Do It in the Name of Love 2:08
- 23 That Was Then, This Is Now 4:03
- 24 Heart and Soul 3:56
- 25 MGBGT (live) 2:36
- 26 Every Step of the Way (single version) 3:13
- 27 Oh, What a Night 3:13
- 28 You and I 2:55
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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