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The Very Best of Ben E. King

Ben E. King

42 min · 16 tracks · R&B · soul

Soulful ballads and rhythmic grooves intertwine, showcasing the emotional depth of Ben E. King's timeless voice.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo groove
  • soulful ballads for reflection
  • nostalgic sing-alongs with friends
  • danceable rhythms for gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer faster-paced music
  • seek experimental soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1986, this compilation album encapsulates Ben E. King's illustrious career, highlighting his most impactful works from the late 1950s to the mid-1970s. By this point, King was celebrated not just for his chart-topping hits but also as a pivotal figure in the evolution of soul and R&B music.
Stylistic neighbors
Otis Redding· Sam Cooke· Solomon Burke

Tracklist

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

  • 1 There Goes My Baby 2:15
  • 2 Dance With Me 2:25
  • 3 This Magic Moment 2:32
  • 4 Save the Last Dance for Me 2:36
  • 5 I Count the Tears 2:10
  • 6 Spanish Harlem 2:55
  • 7 Stand by Me 2:57
  • 8 On the Horizon 2:20
  • 9 Amor 2:57
  • 10 Young Boy Blues 2:20
  • 11 Here Comes the Night 2:27
  • 12 Don't Play That Song (You Lied) 2:56
  • 13 How Can I Forget 2:22
  • 14 I (Who Have Nothing) 2:33
  • 15 Supernatural Thing, Pt. 1 3:26
  • 16 Do It in the Name of Love 3:34

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