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The Best of Branigan

Laura Branigan

59 min · 13 tracks · folk rock

A captivating blend of heartfelt ballads and dancefloor anthems, showcasing Laura Branigan's powerful voice and emotional range.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Solitaire Start here — establishes the emotional core of the album
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    Gloria — As Branigan's breakout hit, this track defines her career with its infectious melody and powerful vocal delivery, becoming a staple of 80s pop culture.
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    Self Control — This song captures the essence of the synth-pop era with its moody production and themes of desire, representing Branigan's artistic range.
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    How Am I Supposed to Live Without You? — This emotional ballad showcases Branigan's vocal prowess and has become synonymous with longing and heartbreak, highlighting her ability to connect deeply with listeners.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • emotive vocal storytelling
  • reflective late-night vibes
  • gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Starting Point — It's a comprehensive collection of her most impactful hits, ideal for new listeners.
Career context
Released in 1995, 'The Best of Branigan' marked a retrospective collection of Laura Branigan's most impactful hits, following her commercial peak in the 1980s. By this time, Branigan had established herself as a prominent figure in pop music, with major successes like 'Gloria' and 'Self Control' defining her career.
Stylistic neighbors
Kim Wilde· Cyndi Lauper· Belinda Carlisle
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Tracklist

  • 1 Solitaire Start here 4:07
  • 2 Show Me Heaven 4:11
  • 3 Ti Amo 4:16
  • 4 Spanish Eddie 4:15
  • 5 The Power of Love 5:26
  • 6 Is There Anybody Here but Me? 4:51
  • 7 Dim All the Lights 4:44
  • 8 How Am I Supposed to Live Without You? 4:25
  • 9 Over You 5:21
  • 10 The Lucky One 4:12
  • 11 How Can I Help You Say Goodbye? 4:30
  • 12 Self Control 4:06
  • 13 Gloria 4:51

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