The Definitive Collection
Elvis Presley · 2005
71 min · 22 tracks · pop rock · R&B · rock & roll
A sweeping compilation of Elvis's heart-wrenching ballads and rhythm-infused tracks that showcase his unparalleled vocal prowess.
Why this album works
'The Definitive Collection' serves as a comprehensive anthology that highlights Presley's diverse musical styles, contributing to over 100 million records sold worldwide. The album not only achieved favorable reviews but also charted on the Billboard Top 200, reaffirming Elvis's enduring popularity in contemporary music culture.
- Best for
- steady emotional resonance throughout heartfelt reflections on love for introspective evenings
- Context
- Released in 2005, 'The Definitive Collection' arrived during a resurgence of interest in Elvis Presley's legacy, following numerous posthumous compilations. At this point, Presley was already established as a cultural icon whose influence spanned decades, solidifying his place in music history through various genre explorations and a vast catalog.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Harry Nilsson· Nancy Sinatra· Cher· Kenny Rogers· Donna Summer· David Hasselhoff· Debbie Harry· John Denver
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Lonely Days, Lonely Nights Standout 2:51
- 2 Wicked Ways 3:09
- 3 I Did 2:51
- 4 After All 3:55
- 5 You Saved Me Standout 3:24
- 6 If My Heart Had Windows 3:04
- 7 A Little Bit in Love 2:28
- 8 Blue Side of Town 3:18
- 9 Don't Toss Us Away 4:10
- 10 Timber, I'm Falling in Love 2:32
- 11 The Lonely Side of Love 3:04
- 12 Chains 2:28
- 13 On Down the Line 3:11
- 14 The Night's Too Long 3:58
- 15 I'm That Kind of Girl 3:06
- 16 Blue Memories 2:52
- 17 Hurt Me Bad (In a Real Good Way) Standout 3:02
- 18 Jealous Bone 3:21
- 19 Can't Stop Myself From Loving You 3:24
- 20 Nobody Loves You Like I Do 2:54
- 21 You Can Feel Bad 3:24
- 22 Lonely Too Long 4:34
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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