The Very Best of Macy Gray cover

The Very Best of Macy Gray

Macy Gray · 2004

71 min · 17 tracks · R&B · soul

Macy Gray's soulful voice intertwines with jazz-infused grooves, creating an emotionally rich tapestry of rhythm and blues.

Why this album works

'The Very Best of Macy Gray' achieved notable commercial success, reaching the top 10 on various international charts. The album not only solidified her place in the music industry but also highlighted her influence on the neo-soul movement that emerged in the late 1990s and early 2000s, inspiring subsequent artists to embrace authentic, emotive expressions in their music.
Best for
dynamic collection of emotional hits wave-like pacing for varied moods soulful voice for reflective moments
Context
Released in 2004, 'The Very Best of Macy Gray' represents a retrospective of her career following the commercial success of her debut album, 'On How Life Is' (1999). By this time, Gray was established as a distinctive voice in R&B, known for her raspy delivery and unique style. This compilation captures pivotal tracks from her early works and showcases her evolution as an artist.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 I Try Standout 3:59
  • 2 Do Something 5:00
  • 3 Still Standout 4:15
  • 4 Why Didn’t You Call Me 3:13
  • 5 I’ve Committed Murder 5:00
  • 6 Sexual Revolution Standout 4:46
  • 7 Sweet Baby 3:51
  • 8 Boo 4:25
  • 9 When I See You 3:43
  • 10 It Ain’t the Money 4:07
  • 11 She Ain’t Right for You 4:12
  • 12 Love Is Gonna Get You 3:00
  • 13 Walk This Way 3:31
  • 14 Demons 3:14
  • 15 When I See You (Bugz in the Attic remix) 6:35
  • 16 I’ve Committed Murder (Gang Starr main mix) 4:38
  • 17 Sexual Revolution (Norman Cook radio mix at 128 BPM) 3:32

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