The Best of Missing Persons
Missing Persons · 1987
60 min · 15 tracks · new wave
A vibrant collection of new wave anthems blending catchy hooks with quirky lyrical themes.
The Best of Missing Persons is an album by Missing Persons, released in 1987. A vibrant collection of new wave anthems blending catchy hooks with quirky lyrical themes. This compilation album showcases Missing Persons' chart-topping singles and highlights their influential role within the new wave movement of the 1980s. It features tracks that received significant radio play and helped define the sound of the era, contributing to their recognition in pop culture through film and television placements. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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What does The Best of Missing Persons sound like?
A vibrant collection of new wave anthems blending catchy hooks with quirky lyrical themes. Rooted in new wave.
What makes The Best of Missing Persons by Missing Persons notable?
This compilation album showcases Missing Persons' chart-topping singles and highlights their influential role within the new wave movement of the 1980s. It features tracks that received significant radio play and helped define the sound of the era, contributing to their recognition in pop culture through film and television placements. Released in 1987, 'The Best of Missing Persons' serves as a retrospective compilation during the band's peak popularity. By this time, Missing Persons had already made their mark in the new wave scene with hits like 'Walking in L.A.' and 'Destination Unknown', solidifying their place in 80s music history.
How many songs are on The Best of Missing Persons?
The Best of Missing Persons has 15 tracks, running approximately 60 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Words Standout 4:29
- 2 Destination Unknown Standout 3:35
- 3 I Like Boys 2:39
- 4 Mental Hopscotch 3:16
- 5 Hello, I Love You 2:19
- 6 Windows 5:02
- 7 It Ain't None of Your Business 2:57
- 8 Walking in L.A. Standout 4:00
- 9 Tears 4:22
- 10 Bad Streets 3:43
- 11 Give 4:56
- 12 Right Now 3:31
- 13 Color in Your Life 4:59
- 14 I Can't Think About Dancin' 5:43
- 15 No Secrets 4:28
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