The Very Best of Carly Simon: Nobody Does It Better
Carly Simon · 1999
77 min · 19 tracks · pop music
A rich tapestry of introspective lyrics and melodic hooks that define 1970s pop sophistication.
Why this album works
This album not only celebrates Simon's chart-topping hits but also solidifies her legacy as a leading female voice in music history. It includes timeless classics like 'You’re So Vain,' which has been covered and referenced extensively in popular culture, further demonstrating her influence on subsequent generations of artists.
- Best for
- steady melodic journey throughout introspective lyrics for reflection for nostalgic afternoons
- Context
- Released in 1999, 'The Very Best of Carly Simon: Nobody Does It Better' marks a retrospective of Simon's enduring career, showcasing her evolution from a folk-influenced singer-songwriter to a pop icon. This compilation highlights her most impactful works from the early 70s through the late 80s, during which she garnered critical acclaim and commercial success.
- Stylistic neighbors
- No Doubt· Elvis Presley· Harry Nilsson· Cyndi Lauper· Kenny Rogers· Willie Nelson· Sparks· Donna Summer
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 You’re So Vain Standout 4:20
- 2 Nobody Does It Better Standout 3:44
- 3 Why 3:31
- 4 Coming Around Again 3:40
- 5 The Right Thing to Do 3:00
- 6 We Have No Secrets 3:58
- 7 You Belong to Me 3:51
- 8 That’s the Way I’ve Always Heard It Should Be 4:18
- 9 Mockingbird 4:13
- 10 Haven’t Got Time for the Pain 3:57
- 11 Anticipation Standout 3:22
- 12 Legend in Your Own Time 3:46
- 13 The Stuff That Dreams Are Made Of 4:58
- 14 All I Want Is You 4:00
- 15 Give Me All Night 4:25
- 16 Like a River 4:46
- 17 Better Not Tell Her 5:14
- 18 Angel From Montgomery 4:31
- 19 Let the River Run 3:41
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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