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The Singles Collection Volume 3

Queen · 2010

109 min · 27 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · pop rock

A vibrant tapestry of rock anthems and poignant ballads showcasing Queen's eclectic sound and theatrical flair.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic collection of memorable anthems
  • theatrical flair for dramatic moments
  • wave-like pacing with varied energy
  • nostalgic sing-alongs with friends
  • poignant ballads for reflective moods

Maybe skip if you want

  • dislike lengthy compilations
  • prefer consistent energy throughout

Where this album fits

Themes
1980s rock anthems· love and mortality· political resilience
Career context
Released in 2010, 'The Singles Collection Volume 3' is positioned in Queen's posthumous legacy, following the band's earlier compilations. This collection highlights their work during the 1980s and early 1990s, a period marked by both commercial success and experimentation. It serves as a bridge connecting their iconic past to a new generation of listeners.
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Electric Warrior by T. Rex — Captures glam rock's theatricality and vibrant sound, merging catchy hooks with a sense of nostalgia.

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 It’s a Hard Life 4:10
  • 2 Is This the World We Created...? 2:13

Disc 2

  • 1 Hammer to Fall 3:41
  • 2 Tear It Up 3:26

Disc 3

  • 1 Thank God It’s Christmas 4:23
  • 2 Man on the Prowl 3:29
  • 3 Keep Passing the Open Windows 5:23

Disc 4

  • 1 One Vision 4:04
  • 2 Blurred Vision 4:42

Disc 5

  • 1 A Kind of Magic 4:28
  • 2 A Dozen Red Roses for My Darling 4:45

Disc 6

  • 1 Friends Will Be Friends 4:08
  • 2 Princes of the Universe 3:32

Disc 7

  • 1 Pain Is So Close to Pleasure 4:01
  • 2 Don’t Lose Your Head 4:39

Disc 8

  • 1 Who Wants to Live Forever 4:04
  • 2 Forever (piano version) 3:21

Disc 9

  • 1 One Year of Love 4:29
  • 2 Gimme the Prize 4:35

Disc 10

  • 1 I Want It All 4:04
  • 2 Hang On in There 3:46

Disc 11

  • 1 Breakthru 4:11
  • 2 Stealin’ 3:59

Disc 12

  • 1 The Invisible Man 3:59
  • 2 Hijack My Heart 4:11

Disc 13

  • 1 Scandal 4:45
  • 2 My Life Has Been Saved 3:16

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