Ultimate Kenny G
Kenny G · 2003
79 min · 19 tracks · easy listening · adult contemporary music · smooth jazz
A smooth blend of romantic melodies and soothing saxophone that evokes nostalgia and warmth.
Why this album works
'Ultimate Kenny G' solidified Kenny G's status in popular culture by introducing his work to new audiences, particularly through its inclusion of iconic tracks like 'My Heart Will Go On' from Titanic, which resonated widely. The album reached high positions on various charts including the Billboard Jazz Albums chart, showcasing its commercial appeal and critical reception within the smooth jazz community.
- Best for
- steady melodic journey throughout romantic vibes for intimate moments nostalgic warmth for relaxation
- Context
- Released in 2003, 'Ultimate Kenny G' is a compilation album that encapsulates Kenny G's career during his peak commercial success in the late 1990s and early 2000s. This album follows his previous hits like 'Breathless' (1992) and serves as a reflection of his dominance in the smooth jazz genre. By this time, he had established himself as a household name with multiple chart-topping albums.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Carpenters· Norah Jones· Spyro Gyra
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Everlasting 4:18
- 2 Havana 4:01
- 3 Brazil 4:13
- 4 What a Wonderful World 3:02
- 5 The Look of Love 5:17
- 6 Silhouette Standout 4:27
- 7 One More Time 4:03
- 8 Theme From Dying Young 4:01
- 9 Forever in Love 4:08
- 10 We’ve Saved the Best for Last 4:18
- 11 Songbird Standout 3:58
- 12 Jasmine Flower 4:39
- 13 The Girl From Ipanema 4:02
- 14 By the Time This Night Is Over 4:24
- 15 The Champion’s Theme 4:19
- 16 Don’t Make Me Wait for Love 4:05
- 17 The Moment 4:41
- 18 My Heart Will Go On (Love Theme From Titanic) Standout 4:24
- 19 The Wedding Song 3:21
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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