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The Greatest Hits

Cher · 1999

72 min · 19 tracks · folk rock · house · pop rock

A vibrant collection of Cher's hits showcasing her genre-defying voice across dance-pop and rock anthems.

Why this album works

Best for
sing-along anthems with friends wave-like pacing for dancing nostalgic hits from the past
Context
Released in 1999, 'The Greatest Hits' encapsulated Cher's career resurgence after her successful album 'Believe' in 1998, which marked her return to the music charts. This compilation served as a celebration of her diverse musical legacy, bridging earlier folk and rock influences with the contemporary dance sound that dominated the late '90s.
If you like
folk rock, house, pop rock

The Greatest Hits is an album by Cher, released in 1999. A vibrant collection of Cher's hits showcasing her genre-defying voice across dance-pop and rock anthems. This album is significant not only for its commercial success, reaching the top of charts globally, but also for reaffirming Cher's status as a pop icon. The lead single 'Believe' was particularly impactful, becoming one of the best-selling singles of all time and pioneering vocal enhancement technology that influenced future productions. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Greatest Hits sound like?

A vibrant collection of Cher's hits showcasing her genre-defying voice across dance-pop and rock anthems. Rooted in folk rock and house.

What makes The Greatest Hits by Cher notable?

This album is significant not only for its commercial success, reaching the top of charts globally, but also for reaffirming Cher's status as a pop icon. The lead single 'Believe' was particularly impactful, becoming one of the best-selling singles of all time and pioneering vocal enhancement technology that influenced future productions. Released in 1999, 'The Greatest Hits' encapsulated Cher's career resurgence after her successful album 'Believe' in 1998, which marked her return to the music charts. This compilation served as a celebration of her diverse musical legacy, bridging earlier folk and rock influences with the contemporary dance sound that dominated the late '90s.

Who is The Greatest Hits for?

The Greatest Hits works well if you're into sing-along anthems with friends, wave-like pacing for dancing and nostalgic hits from the past.

How many songs are on The Greatest Hits?

The Greatest Hits has 19 tracks, running approximately 72 minutes.

Tracklist

19 tracks·72:45

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

  • 1 Believe Standout 4:01
  • 2 The Shoop Shoop Song (It's in His Kiss) Standout 2:52
  • 3 If I Could Turn Back Time Standout 4:01
  • 4 Heart of Stone 4:15
  • 5 Love and Understanding 4:43
  • 6 Love Hurts 4:16
  • 7 Just Like Jesse James 4:07
  • 8 I Found Someone 3:43
  • 9 One by One 5:04
  • 10 Strong Enough 3:33
  • 11 All or Nothing 3:57
  • 12 Walking in Memphis 3:57
  • 13 Love Can Build a Bridge 4:16
  • 14 All I Really Want to Do 2:58
  • 15 Bang Bang 3:51
  • 16 Gypsies, Tramps and Thieves 2:37
  • 17 The Beat Goes On 3:28
  • 18 I Got You Babe 3:13
  • 19 Dov'è l'amore (Emilio Estefan Jr. mix) 3:46

Release Date

January 1, 1999

Genre

folk rock, pop rock

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

72 min 45 sec