Playlist: the Very Best of Ciara cover

Playlist: the Very Best of Ciara

Ciara · 2012

59 min · 14 tracks · contemporary R&B · crunk

A pulsating mix of contemporary R&B and pop, overflowing with infectious energy and memorable hooks.

Why this album works

This best-of album encapsulates Ciara's successful run in the 2000s, featuring chart-topping hits that helped define the era's sound. Tracks like 'Goodies' and '1, 2 Step' not only achieved commercial success but also solidified her influence in the dance-pop and crunk genres, garnering critical acclaim and numerous award nominations.
Best for
steady rhythmic flow for dancing infectious energy for parties sing-along anthems with friends
Context
By 2012, Ciara was transitioning from her early 2000s breakthrough and establishing herself as a staple in the contemporary R&B scene. This compilation followed her previous album, 'Basic Instinct' (2010), which had mixed commercial success, making this a strategic move to reconnect with fans and highlight her most defining tracks.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Speechless 4:08
  • 2 Gimmie Dat (slow bass remix) 3:52
  • 3 Love Sex Magic (Sex Club radio mix) 3:28
  • 4 Can't Leave 'em Alone 4:04
  • 5 Keep Dancin' On Me 3:32
  • 6 Work 4:05
  • 7 Never Ever 4:32
  • 8 1, 2 Step Standout 3:22
  • 9 Promise Standout 4:27
  • 10 Goodies Standout 3:43
  • 11 The Title 4:20
  • 12 Turn It Up Ciara 3:08
  • 13 That's Right 4:15
  • 14 Like a Boy (Jonathan Peters deeper mix 1 club) 8:17

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