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Steely Dan - Greatest Hits

Steely Dan · 1978

80 min · 18 tracks · jazz · R&B

A sophisticated blend of jazz, rock, and pop infused with clever lyrics and intricate arrangements.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • clever lyrics for engaged listening
  • sophisticated sound for discerning ears
  • great for long drives
  • nostalgic vibes with playful wit

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer short standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1978, this compilation album came after Steely Dan's commercial peak in the mid-1970s, following their acclaimed albums like "Aja". At this point, Donald Fagen and Walter Becker had solidified their reputation for innovative music blending complex harmonies with sharp lyrical wit.
Stylistic neighbors
Chicago· Blood, Sweat & Tears· Hall & Oates

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Do It Again 5:56
  • 2 Reeling In the Years 4:35
  • 3 My Old School 5:49
  • 4 Bodhisattva 5:18
  • 5 Show Biz Kids 5:28
  • 6 East St. Louis Toodle‐oo 2:49
  • 7 Rikki Don't Lose That Number 4:33
  • 8 Pretzel Logic 4:32
  • 9 Any Major Dude 3:09
  • 10 Here at the Western World 4:01
  • 11 Black Friday 3:42
  • 12 Bad Sneakers 3:21
  • 13 Doctor Wu 3:56
  • 14 Haitian Divorce 5:50
  • 15 Kid Charlemagne 4:39
  • 16 The Fez 4:01
  • 17 Peg 3:57
  • 18 Josie 4:32

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata