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The Very Best of Glen Campbell

Glen Campbell

42 min · 15 tracks · country · folk rock · gospel

A blend of heartfelt storytelling and smooth melodies that define the essence of American country pop.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic storytelling journey
  • nostalgic reflections on everyday life
  • heartfelt sing-alongs with friends
  • easy listening for road trips

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced, energetic music
  • looking for experimental soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1984, 'The Very Best of Glen Campbell' encapsulates the peak of Campbell's career as a crossover artist. This compilation follows his extensive success in the late 1960s and early 1970s, including iconic hits that shaped both country and pop music. It serves as a retrospective collection during a period when Campbell was transitioning from mainstream radio to a focus on live performances and personal projects.
Stylistic neighbors
Jimmy Webb· John Denver· The Mamas & the Papas

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Rhinestone Cowboy 3:19
  • 2 Wichita Lineman 3:08
  • 3 Galveston 2:44
  • 4 By the Time I Get to Phoenix 2:47
  • 5 Try a Little Kindness 2:28
  • 6 Hey Little One 2:34
  • 7 Where's the Playground Susie 2:58
  • 8 Gentle on My Mind 3:00
  • 9 Dreams of the Everyday Housewife 2:36
  • 10 All I Have to Do Is Dream (feat. Bobbie Gentry) 2:36
  • 11 Dream Baby (How Long Must I Dream) 2:34
  • 12 It's Only Make Believe 2:29
  • 13 Sunflower 2:54
  • 14 Southern Nights 3:01
  • 15 Country Boy (You Got Your Feet in L.A.) 3:08

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