The Complete Picture: The Very Best of Deborah Harry and Blondie cover

The Complete Picture: The Very Best of Deborah Harry and Blondie

Debbie Harry · 1991

74 min · 20 tracks · new wave · punk · rapping

A vibrant blend of disco beats, punk energy, and new wave melodies that defined an era.

Why this album works

This album is significant as it encapsulates Blondie's influence on the music scene, showcasing their hits that span genres from punk to disco. The compilation reached substantial commercial success, charting well in multiple countries and highlighting tracks like 'Heart of Glass' and 'Call Me,' which not only topped charts but also influenced countless artists in the years following its release.
Career context
Released in 1991, this compilation album marked a retrospective look at Deborah Harry's impactful career as the frontwoman of Blondie. It came after their commercial peak in the late '70s and early '80s, during which time they had established themselves as pop icons with genre-defining hits. By this point, Harry was transitioning into a solo career while still being recognized for her contributions to music history.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Heart of Glass Standout 3:58
  • 2 I Want That Man 3:41
  • 3 Call Me Standout 3:28
  • 4 Sunday Girl 3:03
  • 5 French Kissin’ in the USA 5:10
  • 6 Denis 2:18
  • 7 Rapture Standout 5:34
  • 8 Brite Side 4:34
  • 9 (I’m Always Touched by Your) Presence, Dear 2:41
  • 10 Well, Did You Evah! 3:28
  • 11 The Tide Is High 4:36
  • 12 In Love With Love 4:31
  • 13 Hanging On the Telephone 2:23
  • 14 Island of Lost Souls 3:50
  • 15 Picture This 2:56
  • 16 Dreaming 3:04
  • 17 Sweet and Low 4:19
  • 18 Union City Blue 3:20
  • 19 Atomic 4:39
  • 20 Rip Her to Shreds 3:19

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