The Very Best of Linda Ronstadt
Linda Ronstadt · 2002
68 min · 21 tracks · country · folk · pop rock
A rich tapestry of pop, rock, and country infused with Ronstadt's powerful and emotive vocals.
Why this album works
This compilation album serves as a definitive collection of Ronstadt's most impactful songs, many of which topped charts worldwide. It showcases her influence on both pop and country music, reaffirming her status as one of the leading female vocalists of her time.
- Career context
- Released in 2002, 'The Very Best of Linda Ronstadt' encapsulates her extensive career spanning over three decades. By this time, Ronstadt was recognized as a versatile artist who successfully crossed genres, having already achieved significant acclaim with hits from the 1970s and 1980s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kim Carnes· Olivia Newton-John· Cher
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 When Will I Be Loved 2:09
- 2 Heat Wave 2:45
- 3 You’re No Good 3:44
- 4 It’s So Easy 2:28
- 5 Blue Bayou Standout 3:56
- 6 Just One Look 3:17
- 7 Different Drum Standout 2:38
- 8 Poor Poor Pitiful Me 3:42
- 9 Tracks of My Tears 3:14
- 10 That’ll Be the Day 2:34
- 11 Ooh Baby Baby 3:19
- 12 Long Long Time 4:22
- 13 Back in the U.S.A. 3:01
- 14 Love Is a Rose 2:46
- 15 Hurt So Bad 3:16
- 16 Heart Like a Wheel 3:09
- 17 Adios 3:37
- 18 Somewhere Out There 3:59
- 19 Don’t Know Much 3:33
- 20 All My Life 3:30
- 21 Winter Light 3:16
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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