The Best of Ray Stevens
Ray Stevens · 2004
38 min · 12 tracks · country · novelty music
A playful blend of country and novelty sounds with whimsical storytelling that invites laughter and reflection.
Why this album works
- Best for
- light-hearted storytelling with humor playful reflections on everyday life steady pacing for easy listening
- Context
- Released in 2004, 'The Best of Ray Stevens' encapsulates the artist's career spanning over four decades, showcasing his unique ability to blend humor with music. By this time, Stevens had established himself as a pioneer of novelty songs, following earlier successes like 'Everything Is Beautiful' and 'The Streak,' which helped define his signature style.
- If you like
- country, novelty music
The Best of Ray Stevens is an album by Ray Stevens, released in 2004. A playful blend of country and novelty sounds with whimsical storytelling that invites laughter and reflection. 'The Best of Ray Stevens' serves as a comprehensive collection that highlights the artist's influence on the novelty genre, featuring chart-topping hits that resonate with audiences. The album includes multiple tracks that reached significant positions on the Billboard charts, cementing Stevens' legacy as a premier entertainer in country and pop music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Best of Ray Stevens sound like?
A playful blend of country and novelty sounds with whimsical storytelling that invites laughter and reflection. Rooted in country and novelty music.
What makes The Best of Ray Stevens by Ray Stevens notable?
'The Best of Ray Stevens' serves as a comprehensive collection that highlights the artist's influence on the novelty genre, featuring chart-topping hits that resonate with audiences. The album includes multiple tracks that reached significant positions on the Billboard charts, cementing Stevens' legacy as a premier entertainer in country and pop music. Released in 2004, 'The Best of Ray Stevens' encapsulates the artist's career spanning over four decades, showcasing his unique ability to blend humor with music. By this time, Stevens had established himself as a pioneer of novelty songs, following earlier successes like 'Everything Is Beautiful' and 'The Streak,' which helped define his signature style.
Who is The Best of Ray Stevens for?
The Best of Ray Stevens works well if you're into light-hearted storytelling with humor, playful reflections on everyday life and steady pacing for easy listening.
How many songs are on The Best of Ray Stevens?
The Best of Ray Stevens has 12 tracks, running approximately 38 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Jeremiah Peabody's Poly Unsaturated Quick Dissolving Fast Acting Pleasant Tasting Green and Purple Pills 2:22
- 2 Ahab the Arab Standout 3:45
- 3 Harry the Hairy Ape 2:48
- 4 Freddie Feelgood (And His Funky Little Five Piece Band) 2:50
- 5 Mr. Businessman 3:39
- 6 Gitarzan 3:09
- 7 Everything Is Beautiful Standout 3:31
- 8 Turn Your Radio On 2:11
- 9 The Streak Standout 3:15
- 10 Misty 2:53
- 11 Shriner's Convention 5:36
- 12 Would Jesus Wear a Rolex 2:46
Release Date
March 9, 2004
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
38 min 49 sec
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