What makes Texas 25 by Texas notable?

Texas 25 achieved commercial success by reaching the top ten on the UK Albums Chart, showcasing the band's lasting appeal over decades. The album's remixed tracks introduced their classic hits to a new generation, reinforcing their influence within the pop-rock genre and drawing positive reviews from critics who praised the fresh interpretations. Released in 2015, Texas 25 marks the band's 25th anniversary and serves as a retrospective compilation of their greatest hits, reimagined for a modern audience. At this point, Texas had solidified their status in the UK music scene following a successful career that began in the late '80s, making this collection both a celebration and a reaffirmation of their musical identity.

Texas 25 works well if you're into steady mid-tempo celebration vibes, sing-along anthems for gatherings and feel-good tracks for road trips.

How many songs are on Texas 25?

Texas 25 has 12 tracks, running approximately 44 minutes.

Texas 25

Texas · 2015

44 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock

A vibrant blend of pop rock and alternative sounds with soulful grooves and reflective lyrics that celebrate Texas's enduring legacy.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Say What You Want (Truth & Soul mix) — This track exemplifies the album's essence, transforming a classic hit with a modern soul-infused sound while retaining its emotional core.
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Black Eyed Boy (Truth & Soul mix) — The reworking of this iconic track highlights the band's ability to evolve while keeping the infectious spirit that made them popular.
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I Don’t Want a Lover (Truth & Soul mix) — This version breathes new life into an early hit, emphasizing its catchy hooks and lyrical vulnerability through updated production techniques.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady mid-tempo celebration vibes
sing-along anthems for gatherings
feel-good tracks for road trips
nostalgic yet fresh soundscapes

Maybe skip if you

seekers of instant gratification
prefer experimental and avant-garde

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 2015, Texas 25 marks the band's 25th anniversary and serves as a retrospective compilation of their greatest hits, reimagined for a modern audience. At this point, Texas had solidified their status in the UK music scene following a successful career that began in the late '80s, making this collection both a celebration and a reaffirmation of their musical identity.
Stylistic neighbors: The Corrs· Sheryl Crow· Dido

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Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

Say What You Want (Truth & Soul mix)

The bridge introduces a powerful shift where the singer directly confronts past misunderstandings with a newfound clarity.

This moment signifies growth and resolution, contrasting earlier uncertainty in the song and deepening its emotional impact.

Tracklist

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

1 Start a Family 3:32
2 Black Eyed Boy (Truth & Soul mix) 3:19
3 Say What You Want (Truth & Soul mix) 4:27
4 Supafly Boy 3:11
5 Halo (Truth & Soul mix) 3:49
6 Inner Smile (Truth & Soul mix) 3:46
7 The Conversation (Truth & Soul mix) 3:07
8 Say Goodbye 3:55
9 When We Are Together (Truth & Soul mix) 3:22
10 Are You Ready 3:21
11 I Don’t Want a Lover (Truth & Soul mix) 4:18
12 Summer Son (Truth & Soul mix) 3:54

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