Why this album works
This album reached number 26 on the Billboard 200, demonstrating Folds' enduring popularity. It not only compiles his most cherished songs but also includes fan favorites and lesser-known tracks, solidifying his influence in the pop music landscape and appealing to both new listeners and long-time fans.
- Best for
- nostalgic reflections on past experiences witty lyrics for relatable moments wave-like pacing for varied moods
- Context
- Released in 2011, 'The Best Imitation of Myself: A Retrospective' marked a significant moment for Ben Folds as it celebrated his evolution from the frontman of Ben Folds Five to a solo artist. Following a period of artistic experimentation and collaboration, this compilation showcased his most beloved tracks alongside rare demos and previously unreleased material, encapsulating over a decade's worth of work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Miley Cyrus· Lady Gaga· Pitbull· Katy Perry· Taylor Swift· Alanis Morissette· Linkin Park· Panic! at the Disco
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Brick (radio version) Standout 4:34
- 2 Annie Waits 4:17
- 3 Philosophy 4:38
- 4 Underground 4:13
- 5 Landed (strings version) 4:07
- 6 One Angry Dwarf and 200 Solemn Faces 3:52
- 7 Don’t Change Your Plans 5:12
- 8 The Luckiest Standout 4:25
- 9 Smoke 5:34
- 10 Rockin’ the Suburbs Standout 4:58
- 11 Kate 3:13
- 12 Gracie 2:40
- 13 Still Fighting It (extended version) 5:06
- 14 You Don’t Know Me 3:11
- 15 There’s Always Someone Cooler Than You 4:18
- 16 Still 2:40
- 17 From Above 4:04
- 18 House 3:43
Disc 2
- 1 Julianne 2:43
- 2 Video 4:03
- 3 Song for the Dumped 5:09
- 4 Missing the War 4:34
- 5 Mess 4:08
- 6 Magic 4:10
- 7 Selfless, Cold and Composed 5:06
- 8 Zak and Sara 3:36
- 9 Girl 2:06
- 10 Just Pretend 3:08
- 11 Fred Jones, Part 2 3:54
- 12 Careless Whisper 3:37
- 13 All U Can Eat 3:06
- 14 Long Tall Texan 2:10
- 15 Army 3:26
- 16 Battle of Who Could Care Less 3:22
- 17 Kylie From Connecticut 5:01
- 18 Effington 3:44
- 19 Picture Window 3:44
- 20 Sentimental Guy 3:17
- 21 Not the Same 5:37
Disc 3
- 1 Unrelated 0:36
- 2 Best Imitation of Myself 2:50
- 3 Rocky 4:28
- 4 Boxing 4:06
- 5 Julianne 3:17
- 6 Evaporated 4:19
- 7 Alice Childress 4:23
- 8 Barrytown
- 9 Amelia Bright 3:23
- 10 Tell Me What I Did 2:50
- 11 Rock Star 3:23
- 12 Losing Lisa 3:38
- 13 Break Up at Food Court (demo – 2000) 2:53
- 14 Hiro’s Song 3:37
- 15 Wandering 4:27
- 16 The Secret Life of Morgan Davis 2:41
- 17 Such Great Heights 4:38
- 18 Bitches Ain’t Shit 3:54
- 19 Time 4:02
- 20 Sleazy 3:20
- 21 Because the Origami 4:11
- 22 Stumblin’ Home Winter Blues 2:56
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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