The Greatest
Diana Ross · 2011
74 min · 17 tracks · jazz
A lush collection of heartfelt ballads that showcase Diana Ross's timeless voice and emotional depth.
Top tracks — play these first
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If We Hold on Together Start here — establishes the emotional core of the album
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When You Tell Me That You Love Me — This track stands out with its soaring melody and heartfelt lyrics, emphasizing intimacy and connection, perfectly showcasing Ross's vocal prowess.
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Missing You — A poignant ballad that captures themes of longing and heartache, reflecting Ross's ability to convey deep emotion through her delivery.
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You Are Not Alone — This song resonates with themes of support and reassurance, making it a powerful anthem about companionship during difficult times.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- nostalgic reflections on love
- cathartic moments of connection
- uplifting anthems for togetherness
- gentle melodies for relaxation
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced, energetic music
- want experimental or avant-garde sounds
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A solid entry in her catalog, but not a standout for new listeners or major recognition.
- Themes
- disco revival· dance floor nostalgia· studio 54 nights
- Career context
- Release in 2011, The Greatest marks Diana Ross's return to the music scene after a prolonged hiatus, as her last studio album was released in 2006. This compilation features new recordings alongside classic hits, highlighting her enduring status as a pop icon and her evolution over decades.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Chaka Khan· Donna Summer· Anita Baker
Tracklist
- 1 If We Hold on Together Start here 4:09
- 2 When You Tell Me That You Love Me 4:11
- 3 That's Why I Call You My Friend 4:15
- 4 When You Dream 4:12
- 5 Promise Me You'll Try 3:31
- 6 Your Love 4:02
- 7 So Close 4:13
- 8 I Am Me 3:50
- 9 Forever Young 4:50
- 10 One Shining Moment 4:45
- 11 Only Love Can Conquer All 4:10
- 12 The Best Years of My Life 4:23
- 13 Missing You 4:16
- 14 Gone 5:16
- 15 I Hear (The Voice of Love) 4:33
- 16 You Are Not Alone 5:21
- 17 In the Ones That You Love 4:16
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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