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The Monkees - Greatest Hits (1995)

The Monkees · 1995

59 min · 20 tracks · pop rock

A nostalgic collection of catchy pop rock anthems that encapsulate the carefree spirit of the 1960s.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • carefree sing-along moments
  • nostalgic afternoon gatherings
  • steady upbeat listening flow
  • quick bursts of joy
  • playful melodies for fun

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer lengthy immersive albums
  • seek deep emotional explorations

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1995, 'Greatest Hits' came during a period of renewed interest in The Monkees, following their 1986 reunion and a resurgence in popularity due to reruns of their television show. This compilation served as a celebration of their enduring legacy, showcasing their most beloved tracks from the 1960s.
Stylistic neighbors
The Beach Boys· The Byrds· The Turtles

Tracklist

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

  • 1 (Theme From) The Monkees 2:22
  • 2 Last Train to Clarksville 2:46
  • 3 I Wanna Be Free 2:26
  • 4 I’m a Believer 2:46
  • 5 (I’m Not Your) Steppin’ Stone (single version) 2:22
  • 6 Mary, Mary 2:17
  • 7 A Little Bit Me, a Little Bit You 2:51
  • 8 The Girl I Knew Somewhere 2:34
  • 9 Randy Scouse Git 2:35
  • 10 Pleasant Valley Sunday (single version) 3:11
  • 11 Words (single version) 2:51
  • 12 Daydream Believer 3:00
  • 13 Goin’ Down 4:25
  • 14 Valleri 2:21
  • 15 D.W. Washburn 2:51
  • 16 It’s Nice to Be With You 2:54
  • 17 Porpoise Song (Theme From “Head”) (single version) 4:12
  • 18 Listen to the Band (single version) 2:33
  • 19 That Was Then, This Is Now 4:04
  • 20 Heart and Soul 3:43

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