What makes The Ultimate Collection by Donna Summer notable?

'The Ultimate Collection' achieved notable commercial success, charting in several countries and introducing Summer's music to new generations. The album was praised for its comprehensive overview of her career, solidifying her legacy as the 'Queen of Disco' and influencing contemporary artists who draw from her sound. Released on November 18, 2016, 'The Ultimate Collection' arrived shortly after Donna Summer's passing in May of the same year. This compilation served as a tribute to her extensive career, featuring hits that spanned from the disco era of the 1970s to her later work in the 1980s. It marked a moment of reflection on her impact on dance music and pop culture.

Who is The Ultimate Collection for?

The Ultimate Collection works well if you're into dynamic collection of dance hits, wave-like pacing for energy shifts and nostalgic sing-alongs with friends.

How many songs are on The Ultimate Collection?

The Ultimate Collection has 19 tracks, running approximately 78 minutes.

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The Ultimate Collection

Donna Summer · 2016

78 min · 19 tracks · contemporary R&B · house · synth-pop

A vibrant retrospective capturing Donna Summer's blend of disco, pop, and R&B with pulsating grooves and emotive vocals.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dynamic collection of dance hits
wave-like pacing for energy shifts
nostalgic sing-alongs with friends
cathartic grooves for celebration
emotive vocals for heartfelt moments

Maybe skip if you want

prefer instant gratification tracks
seek minimalistic soundscapes

Where this album fits

Themes: disco nightlife· women's empowerment anthems· 1970s dance culture
Career context: Released on November 18, 2016, 'The Ultimate Collection' arrived shortly after Donna Summer's passing in May of the same year. This compilation served as a tribute to her extensive career, featuring hits that spanned from the disco era of the 1970s to her later work in the 1980s. It marked a moment of reflection on her impact on dance music and pop culture.
Stylistic neighbors: Chaka Khan· Gloria Gaynor· Kylie Minogue
Sounds like this from elsewhere: C'est Chic by Chic — Shares the same disco-infused grooves and celebratory themes of nightlife and empowerment.

Diana by Diana Ross — Features upbeat tracks that blend pop and R&B with empowering lyrics, echoing Summer's vibrant style.

Disco by Kylie Minogue — Captures a modern take on disco vibes with infectious beats and themes of liberation and joy.

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Tracklist

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

1 I Feel Love 5:53
2 MacArthur Park 3:58
3 This Time I Know It’s for Real 3:38
4 Hot Stuff 3:51
5 Dinner With Gershwin (edit) 4:11
6 I Remember Yesterday 4:47
7 Bad Girls 3:56
8 State of Independence 4:27
9 She Works Hard for the Money 4:35
10 On the Radio 4:06
11 Last Dance 3:21
12 No More Tears (Enough Is Enough) 4:49
13 Love’s Unkind 4:28
14 Love to Love You Baby 3:23
15 Down Deep Inside (Theme from 'The Deep') 4:24
16 I Love You 3:21
17 Love Is in Control (Finger on the Trigger) 3:44
18 I Don’t Wanna Get Hurt (7″ remix) 3:33
19 Love’s About to Change My Heart (PWL 7″ mix) 3:45

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