Top tracks — play these first
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25 or 6 to 4 — This track epitomizes Chicago's fusion of rock and jazz sensibilities, featuring a memorable horn arrangement and introspective lyrics about searching for inspiration late at night.
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Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is? Start here — The song showcases Chicago's unique sound with its engaging piano intro and philosophical lyrics questioning the passage of time, making it a timeless classic.
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If You Leave Me Now — This ballad exemplifies the band's soft rock prowess, characterized by heartfelt lyrics and lush orchestration that helped it become one of their most enduring hits.
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Saturday in the Park — Capturing the essence of joy and community, this upbeat track combines catchy melodies with vibrant brass instrumentation, reflecting the band's signature style.
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You're the Inspiration — A quintessential power ballad, this track highlights Chicago's ability to blend emotive songwriting with melodic hooks, resonating deeply with fans.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with varied intensity
- reflective moments for introspective listening
- for long drives
- catchy hooks for sing-alongs
- wave-like pacing keeps engagement
Maybe skip if you
- dislike lengthy tracklists
- prefer constant high energy
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A comprehensive collection that showcases the band's extensive catalog without being a primary entry point.
- Themes
- Chicago's horn-driven legacy· nostalgic reflections· Saturday afternoon joy
- Career context
- Released in 2003, The Box marks a retrospective culmination of Chicago’s career as they celebrated over three decades since their formation in the late 1960s. By this point, the band had experienced numerous lineup changes and shifts in musical direction, transitioning from their early jazz-rock roots to more mainstream adult contemporary sounds. This box set serves as a comprehensive overview of their evolution, including hits from different eras and lesser-known tracks.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Earth, Wind & Fire· Steely Dan· Blood, Sweat & Tears
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Introduction 6:36
- 2 Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is? Start here 3:20
- 3 Beginnings 6:27
- 4 Questions 67 and 68 5:01
- 5 Listen 3:24
- 6 South California Purples 6:11
- 7 I'm a Man 5:43
- 8 Movin' In 4:08
- 9 Wake Up Sunshine 2:32
- 10 Ballet for a Girl in Buchannon 7:02
- 11 Colour My World 3:02
- 12 To Be Free/Now More Than Ever 2:43
- 13 Fancy Colours 5:11
- 14 25 or 6 to 4 4:51
- 15 Poem for the People 5:31
- 16 It Better End Soon Movements 1, 3, 4 6:37
Disc 2
- 1 Loneliness Is Just a Word 2:37
- 2 Flight 602 2:48
- 3 Free 2:18
- 4 Mother 4:31
- 5 Lowdown 3:35
- 6 An Hour in the Shower 5:30
- 7 A Hit by Varèse 4:55
- 8 All Is Well 3:50
- 9 Saturday in the Park 3:55
- 10 Dialogue, Part I & II 7:12
- 11 Just You and Me 3:43
- 12 Something in This City Changes People 3:43
- 13 In Terms of Two 3:30
- 14 Feelin' Stronger Every Day 4:14
- 15 (I've Been) Searchin' So Long 4:30
- 16 Mongonucleosis 3:27
- 17 Wishing You Were Here 4:38
- 18 Call on Me 4:02
- 19 Happy Man 3:14
Disc 3
- 1 Harry Truman 3:01
- 2 Old Days 3:31
- 3 Brand New Love Affair, Part I & II 4:27
- 4 Never Been in Love Before 4:10
- 5 You Are on My Mind 3:12
- 6 Mama Mama 3:30
- 7 Hope for Love 3:03
- 8 Another Rainy Day in New York City 3:01
- 9 Gently I'll Wake You 3:33
- 10 If You Leave Me Now 3:56
- 11 Mississippi Delta City Blues 4:40
- 12 Baby What a Big Surprise 3:04
- 13 Take Me Back to Chicago 5:15
- 14 Prelude (Little One) / Little One 6:35
- 15 Gone Long Gone 4:00
- 16 No Tell Lover 3:49
- 17 Alive Again 3:29
- 18 The Greatest Love on Earth 3:18
- 19 Little Miss Lovin' 4:36
- 20 Hot Streets 5:14
Disc 4
- 1 Street Player (single version) 4:24
- 2 Must Have Been Crazy 3:23
- 3 Manipulation 3:29
- 4 Thunder and Lightning 3:32
- 5 Song for You 3:42
- 6 The American Dream 3:17
- 7 Love Me Tomorrow 4:59
- 8 Chains 3:22
- 9 What You're Missing (single version) 3:31
- 10 Hard to Say I'm Sorry / Get Away 5:06
- 11 Stay the Night 3:48
- 12 We Can Stop the Hurtin' 4:11
- 13 Hard Habit to Break 4:43
- 14 Along Comes a Woman (single version) 3:46
- 15 You're the Inspiration 3:48
- 16 Good for Nothing 3:38
- 17 If She Would Have Been Faithful... 3:53
- 18 Forever 5:20
- 19 Will You Still Love Me? (single version) 4:11
- 20 Niagara Falls 3:42
Disc 5
- 1 Heart in Pieces 5:05
- 2 Look Away 3:59
- 3 What Kind of Man Would I Be? 4:19
- 4 I Don't Wanna Live Without Your Love 3:56
- 5 We Can Last Forever 3:45
- 6 You're Not Alone (single version) 3:59
- 7 Hearts in Trouble (single version) 4:01
- 8 Only Time Can Heal the Wounded 4:39
- 9 You Come to My Senses 3:48
- 10 God Save the Queen 4:19
- 11 Chasin' the Wind 4:18
- 12 All the Years 4:16
- 13 Stone of Sisyphus 4:12
- 14 Bigger Than Elvis 4:31
- 15 Caravan 3:24
- 16 Here in My Heart 4:14
- 17 The Only One (single version) 4:38
- 18 All Roads Lead to You 4:17
- 19 Show Me a Sign 3:35
Disc 6
- 1 Backstage & Buildup 1:31
- 2 Now That You've Gone 4:55
- 3 Devil's Sweet 6:39
- 4 Saturday in the Park 3:54
- 5 Dialogue 5:58
- 6 End Credits 1:31
- 7 Intro 2:12
- 8 Must Have Been Crazy 3:18
- 9 Cat Pranks 0:29
- 10 Run Away 4:03
- 11 Street Player 6:15
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
That's the Way of the World
Earth, Wind & Fire
Shares vibrant horn arrangements and a blend of pop, rock, and jazz influences.
Aja
Steely Dan
Merges sophisticated jazz harmonies with rock elements, creating a polished sonic experience.
The Stranger
Billy Joel
Features a blend of rock and pop with introspective themes and rich instrumentation, similar to Chicago's style.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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