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The Hits Collection

Cameo · 2000

79 min · 18 tracks · funk · hip-hop · R&B

A vibrant blend of funk, R&B, and electro-infused grooves that defined the party sound of the late '70s and '80s.

Why this album works

Best for
dance floor party vibes sing-along anthems with friends carefree groove-filled sessions
Context
By 2000, Cameo had already established themselves as a pivotal act in the funk and R&B scene, with hits spanning two decades. 'The Hits Collection' serves as a retrospective compilation, celebrating their most successful tracks leading up to this point, including their chart-topping singles from the early 1980s.
If you like
funk, hip-hop, R&B

The Hits Collection is an album by Cameo, released in 2000. A vibrant blend of funk, R&B, and electro-infused grooves that defined the party sound of the late '70s and '80s. 'The Hits Collection' encapsulates Cameo's influence on the funk genre, showcasing songs like 'Word Up' that still resonate in pop culture today. The album achieved commercial success, charting on various Billboard lists and introducing new audiences to Cameo's legacy. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Hits Collection sound like?

A vibrant blend of funk, R&B, and electro-infused grooves that defined the party sound of the late '70s and '80s. Rooted in funk and hip-hop.

What makes The Hits Collection by Cameo notable?

'The Hits Collection' encapsulates Cameo's influence on the funk genre, showcasing songs like 'Word Up' that still resonate in pop culture today. The album achieved commercial success, charting on various Billboard lists and introducing new audiences to Cameo's legacy. By 2000, Cameo had already established themselves as a pivotal act in the funk and R&B scene, with hits spanning two decades. 'The Hits Collection' serves as a retrospective compilation, celebrating their most successful tracks leading up to this point, including their chart-topping singles from the early 1980s.

Who is The Hits Collection for?

The Hits Collection works well if you're into dance floor party vibes, sing-along anthems with friends and carefree groove-filled sessions.

How many songs are on The Hits Collection?

The Hits Collection has 18 tracks, running approximately 79 minutes.

Tracklist

18 tracks·79:09

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

  • 1 Word Up Standout 4:18
  • 2 She’s Strange 3:45
  • 3 Candy Standout 4:07
  • 4 Rigor mortis 3:14
  • 5 Attack Me With Your Love 4:07
  • 6 Sparkle 4:50
  • 7 She’s Mine 4:34
  • 8 Just Be Yourself 4:03
  • 9 Freaky Dancin’ 5:20
  • 10 A Goodbye 4:24
  • 11 Post mortem 3:35
  • 12 Keep It Hot 4:39
  • 13 I Just Want to Be 5:14
  • 14 Flirt 4:05
  • 15 You Make Me Work 4:42
  • 16 Shake Your Pants 6:18
  • 17 Single Life Standout 4:01
  • 18 Back and Forth 3:48

Release Date

January 1, 2000

Genre

funk, hip-hop

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

79 min 9 sec