Shine On: The Ultimate Collection
Laura Branigan · 2010
116 min · 28 tracks · folk rock
A vibrant mix of synth-pop anthems and heartfelt ballads that showcase Branigan's powerful vocals and emotional depth.
Top tracks — play these first
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Ti Amo Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Gloria — This track is arguably Branigan's signature song, characterized by its infectious melody and empowering lyrics about longing and resilience. Its impact was monumental, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and solidifying her status as a pop icon.
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Self Control — With its dark, pulsating rhythm and haunting lyrics, this song showcases Branigan's ability to blend vulnerability with strength, making it a staple in dance clubs. Its chart success further established her as a force in the synth-pop genre.
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Power of Love — This powerful ballad highlights Branigan's vocal prowess and emotional delivery, resonating deeply with listeners. It became one of her signature performances, often associated with themes of romantic devotion.
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How Am I Supposed to Live Without You — This song captures the essence of heartbreak through its poignant lyrics and stirring delivery, showcasing Branigan's range and emotional depth. It remains a quintessential ballad that defined her musical style.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like emotional highs and lows
- nostalgic anthems for sing-alongs
- heartfelt ballads for introspection
- vibrant energy for late nights
- dynamic pacing keeps engagement
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek minimalistic soundscapes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Starting Point — A comprehensive anthology that introduces new listeners to Branigan's key tracks.
- Career context
- Released in 2010, 'Shine On: The Ultimate Collection' marks a retrospective compilation of Laura Branigan's career, highlighting her iconic tracks from the 1980s and beyond. At this point, Branigan had already established herself as a pop sensation with chart-topping hits like 'Gloria' and was reflecting on her legacy as an influential artist in the music industry.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kim Wilde· Cyndi Lauper· Belinda Carlisle
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Ti Amo Start here 4:01
- 2 Spanish Eddie 3:58
- 3 Solitaire 4:00
- 4 Self Control 3:49
- 5 Gloria 4:00
- 6 Cry Wolf 4:46
- 7 Maybe Tonight 3:34
- 8 Shattered Glass 3:14
- 9 Show Me Heaven 3:44
- 10 The Lucky One 4:09
- 11 Power of Love 5:09
- 12 I Found Someone 3:58
- 13 Moonlight on Water 4:07
- 14 Didn't We Almost Win It All 5:07
- 15 Forever Young 3:27
- 16 How Am I Supposed to Live Without You 4:11
- 17 Dim All the Lights 4:42
- 18 Gloria (DJ C radio edit) 3:09
Disc 2
- 1 Shattered Glass 3:40
- 2 Maybe Tonight 3:36
- 3 Spanish Eddie 4:04
- 4 The Lucky One 4:37
- 5 Gloria 3:51
- 6 Self Control 5:02
- 7 Dim All the Lights 4:43
- 8 Didn't We Almost Win It All 4:37
- 9 Moonlight on Water 4:37
- 10 Solitaire 4:02
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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