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Released 38 years ago this June

The Best of Eric Carmen

Eric Carmen · 1988

46 min · 11 tracks · pop rock · power pop

Melodic power pop intertwines heartfelt ballads with upbeat anthems, showcasing a rich emotional landscape.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic emotional journey
  • heartfelt ballads for reflection
  • upbeat anthems for sing-alongs
  • for nostalgic evenings

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek experimental soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1988, 'The Best of Eric Carmen' compiles the highlights of Carmen's career following his departure from The Raspberries and his emergence as a solo artist. By this time, he had already established himself with hits like 'Hungry Eyes' and 'All by Myself', marking a significant point in his evolution from band member to solo star.
Stylistic neighbors
Raspberries· Todd Rundgren· The Cars

Tracklist

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

  • 1 All by Myself 4:54
  • 2 Never Gonna Fall in Love Again 3:46
  • 3 That’s Rock ’n Roll 3:14
  • 4 Hey Deanie 4:29
  • 5 Hungry Eyes (from the hit motion picture soundtrack, “Dirty Dancing”) 3:50
  • 6 Make Me Lose Control 4:29
  • 7 Change of Heart 3:38
  • 8 She Did It 3:49
  • 9 It Hurts Too Much 4:17
  • 10 No Hard Feelings 5:09
  • 11 Boats Against the Current 4:22

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