The Ultimate Collection 1968–2003
Joe Cocker · 2003
129 min · 30 tracks · blues
A soulful blend of blues and rock where Cocker's raspy voice breathes new life into timeless classics.
Why this album works
- Best for
- nostalgic sing-along moments soulful ballads for reflection dynamic pacing with emotional peaks
- Context
- Released in 2003, 'The Ultimate Collection 1968–2003' captures Joe Cocker's prolific career spanning over three decades. At this point, Cocker was enjoying a resurgence in popularity following successful albums in the late 1990s, making this compilation a retrospective highlight before his continued acclaim in the 2000s.
- If you like
- blues
The Ultimate Collection 1968–2003 is an album by Joe Cocker, released in 2003. A soulful blend of blues and rock where Cocker's raspy voice breathes new life into timeless classics. This collection showcases Cocker's greatest hits, underscoring his influence on the blues-rock genre. It includes iconic tracks like 'Up Where We Belong,' which won an Academy Award and solidified his status as a leading figure in rock music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Ultimate Collection 1968–2003 sound like?
A soulful blend of blues and rock where Cocker's raspy voice breathes new life into timeless classics. Rooted in blues.
What makes The Ultimate Collection 1968–2003 by Joe Cocker notable?
This collection showcases Cocker's greatest hits, underscoring his influence on the blues-rock genre. It includes iconic tracks like 'Up Where We Belong,' which won an Academy Award and solidified his status as a leading figure in rock music. Released in 2003, 'The Ultimate Collection 1968–2003' captures Joe Cocker's prolific career spanning over three decades. At this point, Cocker was enjoying a resurgence in popularity following successful albums in the late 1990s, making this compilation a retrospective highlight before his continued acclaim in the 2000s.
Who is The Ultimate Collection 1968–2003 for?
The Ultimate Collection 1968–2003 works well if you're into nostalgic sing-along moments, soulful ballads for reflection and dynamic pacing with emotional peaks.
How many songs are on The Ultimate Collection 1968–2003?
The Ultimate Collection 1968–2003 has 30 tracks, running approximately 129 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 Unchain My Heart 5:04
- 2 Feelin’ Alright Standout 4:11
- 3 Summer in the City 3:50
- 4 You Can Leave Your Hat On 4:14
- 5 Up Where We Belong 3:56
- 6 You Are So Beautiful Standout 2:42
- 7 With a Little Help From My Friends Standout 5:11
- 8 Cry Me a River (live) 4:00
- 9 The Letter (live) 4:25
- 10 Delta Lady 2:51
- 11 Many Rivers to Cross 3:46
- 12 When the Night Comes 4:46
- 13 Night Calls 3:26
- 14 Don’t You Love Me Anymore 5:10
- 15 She Came in Through the Bathroom Window 2:39
Disc 2
- 1 Could You Be Loved 4:15
- 2 Civilized Man 3:53
- 3 First We Take Manhattan 3:44
- 4 The Simple Things 4:46
- 5 N'oubliez Jamais 4:41
- 6 That’s All I Need to Know Difendero (live) 4:03
- 7 Have a Little Faith in Me 4:16
- 8 Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me 5:31
- 9 Now That the Magic Has Gone 4:41
- 10 Sweet Lil’ Woman 4:03
- 11 (All I Know) Feels Like Forever 4:42
- 12 My Father’s Son 4:31
- 13 Sorry Seems to Be the Hardest Word 4:00
- 14 Never Tear Us Apart 4:04
- 15 Ruby Lee 7:44
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