The Very Best of The Commodores
Commodores · 1995
75 min · 20 tracks · funk
A vibrant collection of funk and soul ballads that showcase smooth harmonies and infectious grooves.
Why this album works
This compilation reached significant commercial success, achieving gold certification by the RIAA shortly after its release. It encapsulates the band's influence on the funk and soul genres, showcasing timeless tracks that have left a lasting impact on pop culture, including placements in various films and media.
- Career context
- Released in 1995, 'The Very Best of The Commodores' came during a period of reflection for the band, following their commercial peak in the late 1970s and early 1980s. This compilation serves as a retrospective of their biggest hits, highlighting their evolution from a funk band to soulful balladeers. The album effectively marked a moment of nostalgia for fans while introducing newer audiences to their classic sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- War· Tim Maia· The Jackson 5
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Easy Standout 4:22
- 2 Three Times a Lady Standout 3:38
- 3 Nightshift 4:24
- 4 Brick House Standout 3:35
- 5 Machine Gun 2:42
- 6 Zoom 4:22
- 7 Old-Fashioned Love 3:25
- 8 Sail On 3:58
- 9 Lady (You Bring Me Up) 4:04
- 10 Oh No 3:03
- 11 Too Hot Ta Trot 3:33
- 12 The Zoo (The Human Zoo) 3:08
- 13 Still 3:46
- 14 Sweet Love 3:29
- 15 Janet 3:43
- 16 Flying High 3:55
- 17 Only You 4:29
- 18 Animal Instinct 4:06
- 19 Just to Be Close to You 3:23
- 20 Wonderland 3:48
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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