The EP Collectibles cover

The EP Collectibles

Missy Higgins · 2010

123 min · 34 tracks · rock music

A blend of poignant live performances and polished studio tracks showcasing emotional storytelling through folk-inflected rock melodies.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Greed for Your Love (live) Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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    Scar (live) — This live rendition captures the raw emotion of Higgins' songwriting, blending vulnerability with powerful vocal delivery that resonates deeply with listeners.
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    Dancing Dirt Into the Snow — The track stands out with its reflective lyrics and enchanting melody, highlighting Higgins' knack for creating atmospheric soundscapes that evoke a strong sense of place.
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    You Just Like Me Cause I’m Good in Bed — This song showcases Higgins' playful side, combining wit and insight into relationships with an infectious rhythm that makes it memorable.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • intimate storytelling focus
  • emotional vocal performances
  • reflective late-night vibes
  • gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Deep Cut — A solid collection showcasing live and studio work, but not a primary entry point.
Career context
Upon the release of The EP Collectibles, Missy Higgins was experiencing a surge in popularity following her breakthrough debut album, The Sound of White, in 2004. This collection of live recordings and new material captured the essence of her early career while also demonstrating her growth as a songwriter and performer.
Stylistic neighbors
Lisa Mitchell· Sia· Natalie Imbruglia

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Scar (live)

    The narrative shifts from personal reflection to addressing a broader audience about shared heartache and resilience.

    This choice to engage directly with listeners enhances the emotional impact, making it feel communal rather than solely introspective.

Tracklist

  • 1 Greed for Your Love (live) Start here 4:04
  • 2 Scar (live) 3:21
  • 3 The Special Two (live) 4:52
  • 4 Falling 4:20
  • 5 Greed for Your Love 4:09
  • 6 Ten Days (live) 3:43
  • 7 This Is How It Goes (live) 3:59
  • 8 The Battle 2:17
  • 9 Casualty 4:12
  • 10 Dancing Dirt Into the Snow 3:27
  • 11 The Cactus That Found the Beat 2:04
  • 12 Hold Me Tight 3:50
  • 13 Blind Winter 3:21
  • 14 Drop the Mirror 4:36
  • 15 You Just Like Me Cause I’m Good in Bed 2:46
  • 16 Don’t Ever (live) 2:52
  • 17 Dusty Road 3:12
  • 18 Stuff and Nonsense 3:31
  • 19 In Love Again 4:22
  • 20 Steer (Triple J acoustic version) 3:50
  • 21 Where I Stood (live From Cities) 4:21
  • 22 Warm Whispers (XM session) 5:08
  • 23 Forgive Me (XM session) 4:14
  • 24 Peachy (XM session) 2:38
  • 25 Secret (XM session) 4:20
  • 26 Steer (XM session) 3:56
  • 27 Breakdown (live) 3:07
  • 28 More Than This 3:02
  • 29 100 Round the Bends 3:00
  • 30 All for Believing (live) 2:54
  • 31 The Wrong Girl (live) 3:31
  • 32 Angela (live) 3:19
  • 33 Sugarcane (live) 3:37
  • 34 Going North (live) 3:12

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