The Best of Earth, Wind & Fire, Vol. 2 cover

The Best of Earth, Wind & Fire, Vol. 2

Earth, Wind & Fire · 1988

43 min · 10 tracks · funk · R&B

A vibrant blend of funk grooves and R&B melodies that encapsulates the joyful spirit of the late '80s.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • danceable grooves for celebration
  • for group sing-alongs
  • steady energy for gatherings
  • uplifting vibe for weekend fun

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefers slow, introspective music
  • seeks minimalist soundscapes

Where this album fits

Themes
disco culture celebration· late '80s joy
Career context
By 1988, Earth, Wind & Fire had already established themselves as a dominant force in funk and R&B, with multiple chart-topping hits. This compilation marks their second greatest hits album, following the success of the first volume released in 1978, showcasing their enduring appeal during a time when the music landscape was rapidly changing.
Stylistic neighbors
Chic· Kool & The Gang· Prince
Sounds like this from elsewhere
C'est Chic by Chic — Shares the same vibrant disco grooves and joyful celebration of late '70s to early '80s dance culture.
1999 by Prince — Combines funk and R&B with an upbeat, celebratory mood, matching the vibrant energy of Earth, Wind & Fire.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Turn On (the Beat Box) 4:43
  • 2 Let’s Groove 5:39
  • 3 After the Love Is Gone 3:58
  • 4 Fantasy 3:49
  • 5 Devotion 4:53
  • 6 Serpentine Fire 3:53
  • 7 Love’s Holiday 4:26
  • 8 Boogie Wonderland 4:52
  • 9 Saturday Nite 4:06
  • 10 Mighty Mighty 3:03

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata