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Ultimate Collection

Joe Cocker · 2004

79 min · 20 tracks · blues

A soulful blend of bluesy rock and heartfelt ballads delivered with Cocker's unmistakable raspy voice.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • soulful ballads for reflection
  • dynamic mix of tempos
  • uplifting sing-alongs with friends
  • heartfelt moments of nostalgia
  • wave-like pacing for easy listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek only high-energy bangers

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Ultimate Collection' was released in 2004, Joe Cocker had experienced a significant resurgence in popularity, largely due to his iconic performances in the late '90s and early 2000s. This compilation serves as a retrospective of his career, highlighting both classic hits from the '60s and '70s and tracks from his later work, following a period of renewed acclaim after his appearance at Woodstock and subsequent successful albums.
Stylistic neighbors
Leonard Cohen· Rod Stewart· Paul Rogers

Tracklist

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

  • 1 With a Little Help From My Friends 5:12
  • 2 Feelin’ Alright 4:12
  • 3 Delta Lady 2:51
  • 4 She Came in Through the Bathroom Window 2:37
  • 5 The Letter 4:17
  • 6 Cry Me a River 3:57
  • 7 You Are So Beautiful 2:43
  • 8 I'm So Glad I'm Standing Here Today 5:00
  • 9 Sweet Little Woman 4:01
  • 10 Many Rivers to Cross 3:43
  • 11 Up Where We Belong 3:52
  • 12 Shelter Me 4:21
  • 13 You Can Leave Your Hat On 4:13
  • 14 Unchain My Heart (90's Version) 5:06
  • 15 When the Night Comes 3:57
  • 16 Now That the Magic Has Gone 4:38
  • 17 Summer in the City 3:52
  • 18 Have a Little Faith in Me 4:39
  • 19 Sail Away 3:00
  • 20 First We Take Manhattan 3:40

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