The Very Best of Chris de Burgh
58 min · 14 tracks · rock music
A rich tapestry of rock ballads woven with poignant storytelling and emotive melodies.
Why this album works
This compilation reached high chart positions across Europe, solidifying de Burgh's status as a household name. Its critical reception was generally favorable, with many noting its cohesive presentation of his best work, which helped introduce his music to new audiences.
- Career context
- Released in 1994, 'The Very Best of Chris de Burgh' marked a significant retrospective in the artist's career, highlighting his greatest hits from the late 1970s through the early '90s. By this time, de Burgh had established himself as a prominent figure in soft rock, especially known for his anthemic and romantic compositions.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Roxette· Fito Páez· Lalo Schifrin· Mylène Farmer· Kate Bush· ABBA· Duran Duran· No Doubt
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Don't Pay the Ferryman Standout 3:49
- 2 The Ecstasy of Flight (I Love the Night) 3:52
- 3 The Traveller 4:07
- 4 Ship to Shore 3:44
- 5 Flying Home 3:54
- 6 Satin Green Shutters 5:01
- 7 A Spaceman Came Travelling Standout 5:07
- 8 Spanish Train Standout 4:57
- 9 High on Emotion 4:24
- 10 Borderline 4:35
- 11 Lonely Sky 3:50
- 12 In a Country Churchyard 3:53
- 13 Patricia the Stripper 3:29
- 14 Waiting for the Hurricane 4:07
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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