What makes The Hits – Chapter One by Backstreet Boys notable?

This album solidified the Backstreet Boys' legacy, featuring hits like 'I Want It That Way,' which reached No. 1 in multiple countries. The compilation topped charts globally and was certified multi-platinum, reflecting both commercial success and critical acclaim during a pivotal moment in pop music history. Released in 2001, 'The Hits – Chapter One' came during the Backstreet Boys' peak popularity after their breakthrough album, 'Millennium' (1999). This compilation showcased their most beloved tracks while capturing the essence of their rise as one of the leading boy bands of the late '90s and early 2000s.

Who is The Hits – Chapter One for?

The Hits – Chapter One works well if you're into nostalgic sing-alongs with friends, steady emotional crescendos throughout and for road trip playlists.

How many songs are on The Hits – Chapter One?

The Hits – Chapter One has 16 tracks, running approximately 64 minutes.

The Hits – Chapter One

Backstreet Boys · 2001

64 min · 16 tracks · contemporary R&B · dance-pop · teen pop

A polished collection of emotionally charged pop anthems that defined a generation's soundtrack.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

nostalgic sing-alongs with friends
steady emotional crescendos throughout
for road trip playlists
uplifting anthems for celebration

Maybe skip if you want

prefer experimental or avant-garde sounds
dislike polished production

Where this album fits

Themes: late '90s nostalgia· teen heartbreak anthems· dance-pop resurgence
Career context: Released in 2001, 'The Hits – Chapter One' came during the Backstreet Boys' peak popularity after their breakthrough album, 'Millennium' (1999). This compilation showcased their most beloved tracks while capturing the essence of their rise as one of the leading boy bands of the late '90s and early 2000s.
Stylistic neighbors: NSYNC· 98 Degrees· O-Town
Sounds like this from elsewhere: No Strings Attached by NSYNC — Captures the same polished pop sound and emotional teen themes of love and heartbreak.

…Baby One More Time by Britney Spears — Shares a similar dance-pop production style and explores youthful love and longing.

Christina Aguilera by Christina Aguilera — Features emotionally charged ballads and upbeat tracks, resonating with late '90s pop nostalgia.

Tracklist

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

1 I Want It That Way 3:35
2 Everybody (Backstreet’s Back) 4:48
3 As Long as You Love Me 3:33
4 Show Me the Meaning of Being Lonely 3:56
5 Quit Playing Games (With My Heart) 3:54
6 We’ve Got It Goin’ On 3:41
7 All I Have to Give 4:37
8 Larger Than Life 3:54
9 I’ll Never Break Your Heart 4:49
10 The Call 3:25
11 Shape of My Heart 3:52
12 Get Down (You’re the One for Me) 3:52
13 Anywhere for You 4:42
14 The One 3:48
15 More Than That 3:44
16 Drowning 4:27

What to play next

Listen next

Never Gone

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Black & Blue

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