Is Plays Well with Others a good place to start with Phil Collins?

Yes, Plays Well with Others is recommended as a starting point for new Phil Collins listeners. A vibrant collection of collaborative tracks blending funk, pop, and rock, showcasing Phil Collins' diverse musical partnerships. Released in 2018, Plays Well with Others arrives during Phil Collins' semi-retirement after a lengthy career marked by both solo success and pivotal contributions to Genesis. This compilation features various collaborations from his extensive catalog, reflecting his status as a sought-after artist across genres. At this point, Collins was revisiting his past work while promoting his 2016 memoir.

Who is Plays Well with Others for?

Plays Well with Others works well if you're into dynamic journey with peaks, collaborative spirit and warmth and for long drives.

How many songs are on Plays Well with Others?

Plays Well with Others has 59 tracks, running approximately 285 minutes.

Plays Well with Others

Phil Collins · 2018

285 min · 59 tracks · jazz fusion

A vibrant collection of collaborative tracks blending funk, pop, and rock, showcasing Phil Collins' diverse musical partnerships.

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Guide Me Orion Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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In the Air Tonight (live at the Secret Policeman’s Other Ball) — This live rendition captures the raw energy and iconic atmosphere of Collins' most famous song, showcasing his dynamic performance style and emotional depth.
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Do They Know It’s Christmas? — As part of the historic Band Aid project, this track not only highlights Collins' commitment to charitable causes but also reflects the global impact of 1980s pop culture.
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I Know There’s Something Going On — This collaboration with Frida Lyngstad features compelling vocals and an infectious rhythm, exemplifying Collins’ ability to blend genres seamlessly.
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Home — This track stands out for its introspective lyrics paired with a soulful melody, illustrating Collins' talent for conveying personal narratives within a broader musical context.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dynamic journey with peaks
collaborative spirit and warmth
for long drives
playful grooves for gatherings
reflective moments of nostalgia

Maybe skip if you

prefer concise, immediate tracks
seek consistent pacing throughout

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Deep Cut — Highlights collaborative work, showcasing versatility but not a primary entry point.
Themes: collaborative spirit· post-hiatus reflection
Moods: Uplifting· Chill
Career context: Released in 2018, Plays Well with Others arrives during Phil Collins' semi-retirement after a lengthy career marked by both solo success and pivotal contributions to Genesis. This compilation features various collaborations from his extensive catalog, reflecting his status as a sought-after artist across genres. At this point, Collins was revisiting his past work while promoting his 2016 memoir.
Stylistic neighbors: Peter Gabriel· Genesis· Steely Dan

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Tracklist

Disc 1

1 Guide Me Orion Start here 3:18
2 Knights (reprise) 2:14
3 Don’t You Feel It 4:14
4 I Can’t Remember, But Yes 3:07
5 Over Fire Island 1:51
6 Savannah Woman 2:46
7 Pablo Picasso 3:23
8 Nuclear Burn 6:22
9 No One Receiving 3:50
10 Home 4:22
11 M386 2:50
12 …And so to F… 6:22
13 North Star 3:08
14 Sweet Little Mystery 5:26
15 Intruder 4:54
16 I Know There’s Something Going On 5:29
17 Pledge Pin 4:02
18 Lead Me to the Water 4:23

Disc 2

1 In the Mood 5:22
2 Island Dreamer 4:04
3 Puss ’n Boots 4:02
4 Walking on the Chinese Wall 5:08
5 Do They Know It’s Christmas? 3:51
6 Just Like a Prisoner 5:30
7 Because of You 4:32
8 Watching the World 4:44
9 No One Is to Blame 4:14
10 If Leaving Me Is Easy 6:32
11 Angry 3:37
12 Loco in Acapulco 4:12
13 Walking on Air 3:27
14 Hall Light 4:50
15 Woman in Chains 6:30
16 Burn Down the Mission 6:13

Disc 3

1 No Son of Mine 6:39
2 Could’ve Been Me 3:55
3 Hero 4:40
4 Ways to Cry 4:43
5 I’ve Been Trying 5:02
6 Do Nothin’ ’till You Hear from Me 3:58
7 Why Can’t It Wait ’till Morning 5:18
8 Suzanne 3:53
9 Looking for an Angel 4:13
10 Golden Slumbers / Carry That Weight / The End 5:39
11 In the Air Tonite (Boogieman’s album version] 4:21
12 Welcome 3:36
13 Can’t Turn Back the Years 4:20

Disc 4

1 In the Air Tonight (live at the Secret Policeman’s Other Ball) 5:05
2 While My Guitar Gently Weeps (live at the Prince’s Trust Concert 1987) 5:02
3 You Win Again (live at the Prince’s Trust Concert 1988) 3:28
4 There’ll Be Some Changes Made (live in Montreux 2004) 3:13
5 Stormy Weather (live at the Montreux Jazz Festival 1996) 3:49
6 Chips & Salsa 5:14
7 Birdland 7:13
8 Pick Up the Pieces (live at the Montreux Jazz Festival 1998) 21:13
9 Layla (live at Party at the Palace, June 3, 2002) 6:19
10 Why (live at Party at the Palace, June 3, 2002) 5:31
11 (Everything I Do) I Do It for You (live at Party at the Palace, June 3, 2002) 4:16
12 With a Little Help From My Friends (live at Party at the Palace, June 3, 2002) 5:50