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Notes from Planet Earth – The Ultimate Collection

Chris de Burgh · 2001

72 min · 17 tracks · rock music

A sweeping collection of heartfelt ballads and evocative storytelling that captures the essence of romance and longing.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • heartfelt ballads for reflection
  • steady pacing for easy listening
  • romantic themes of longing
  • ideal for late-night solitude
  • evocative storytelling throughout

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of fast-paced tracks
  • prefer upbeat party anthems

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Notes from Planet Earth – The Ultimate Collection' was released in 2001, Chris de Burgh had established himself as a prominent figure in soft rock since his breakthrough with 'The Lady in Red' in 1986. This compilation arrived during a phase of his career where he sought to consolidate his legacy through a curated collection of hits and new remixes, appealing to both longtime fans and new listeners.
Stylistic neighbors
Phil Collins· James Blunt· Elton John

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Don't Pay the Ferryman 3:50
  • 2 Missing You 2001 4:03
  • 3 Fatal Hesitation 4:14
  • 4 Ship to Shore 3:43
  • 5 The Lady in Red 4:16
  • 6 When I Think of You 3:25
  • 7 Sailing Away 4:59
  • 8 Two Sides to Every Story 3:42
  • 9 Tender Hands 4:27
  • 10 A Spaceman Come Travelling 5:04
  • 11 I Want It (And I Want It Now) (DJ Q-Ball remix) 4:24
  • 12 Patricia the Stripper 2000 4:03
  • 13 Borderline 4:33
  • 14 Say Goodbye to It All 5:03
  • 15 Where Peaceful Waters Flow 3:55
  • 16 This Waiting Heart 4:07
  • 17 High on Emotion 4:30

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