The Very Best of Elvis Costello
Elvis Costello · 1999
80 min · 20 tracks · new wave · punk
A vibrant compilation showcasing Costello's eclectic blend of punk rock, new wave, and poignant lyrical storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- sing-along anthems with friends
- vibrant energy for gatherings
- cathartic reflections on love
- short bursts of lyrical wit
- nostalgic storytelling across decades
Maybe skip if you want
- slow-paced contemplative listening
- long tracks for deep focus
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1999, 'The Very Best of Elvis Costello' comes at a time when Costello had already established himself as a significant figure in rock music since his debut in 1977. This compilation spans his prolific career, gathering tracks from various phases including his early punk influences and later stylistic explorations, serving as both a retrospective and an introduction for new listeners.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Joe Jackson· Graham Parker· Squeeze
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 (What’s So Funny ’Bout) Peace, Love & Understanding 3:31
- 2 Oliver’s Army 2:57
- 3 Watching the Detectives 3:43
- 4 Alison 3:21
- 5 (I Don’t Want to Go to) Chelsea 3:07
- 6 Accidents Will Happen 3:01
- 7 Pump It Up 3:13
- 8 I Can’t Stand Up for Falling Down 2:06
- 9 Radio Radio 3:06
- 10 Clubland 3:43
- 11 Good Year for the Roses 3:05
- 12 Man Out of Time 5:24
- 13 I Wanna Be Loved 4:45
- 14 Everyday I Write the Book 3:52
- 15 Indoor Fireworks 4:07
- 16 Shipbuilding 4:50
- 17 Tokyo Storm Warning 6:23
- 18 I Want You 6:39
- 19 God Give Me Strength 6:06
- 20 She 3:06
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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