Whatever You Want – The Very Best of Status Quo
Status Quo · 1997
150 min · 41 tracks · hard rock · classic rock · boogie rock
A lively collection of boogie rock anthems with infectious riffs and sing-along choruses that define Status Quo's sound.
Why this album works
The album showcases some of Status Quo's most beloved tracks, solidifying their legacy in classic rock. It achieved notable chart success, reaching the top of the UK Albums Chart and receiving positive reviews for its comprehensive selection of hits, which influenced countless rock bands that followed.
- Best for
- sing-along anthems for gatherings wave-like pacing for energy bursts dynamic collection of hits
- Context
- Released in 1997, 'Whatever You Want' serves as a retrospective compilation during Status Quo's long career, encapsulating their evolution since forming in 1962. By this time, they were well-established veterans in the rock scene, having achieved significant commercial success in the 1970s and 1980s with hits like 'Rockin’ All Over the World.' This album highlights their extensive catalog while reaffirming their status as boogie rock icons.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Paul McCartney· George Harrison· Elton John· Ringo Starr· Bee Gees· Rod Stewart· Van Morrison· Phil Collins
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Pictures of Matchstick Men Standout 3:10
- 2 Ice in the Sun 2:01
- 3 Down the Dustpipe 2:03
- 4 In My Chair 3:10
- 5 Paper Plane 2:55
- 6 Mean Girl 3:59
- 7 Caroline Standout 3:43
- 8 Break the Rules 3:39
- 9 Down Down 3:50
- 10 Roll Over Lay Down 5:41
- 11 Rain 4:34
- 12 Mystery Song 3:58
- 13 Wild Side of Life 3:16
- 14 Rockin’ All Over the World Standout 3:32
- 15 Again and Again 3:42
- 16 Whatever You Want 4:01
- 17 Livin’ on an Island 3:47
- 18 What You’re Proposing 3:51
- 19 Lies 3:54
- 20 Don’t Drive My Car 4:13
- 21 Something About You Baby I Like 2:50
Disc 2
- 1 Rock ’n’ Roll 4:04
- 2 Dear John 3:13
- 3 Ol’ Rag Blues 2:48
- 4 A Mess of the Blues 3:20
- 5 Marguerita Time 3:28
- 6 Going Down Town Tonight 3:37
- 7 The Wanderer 3:28
- 8 Rollin’ Home 4:00
- 9 Red Sky 4:10
- 10 In the Army Now 3:54
- 11 Dreamin’ 3:04
- 12 Ain’t Complaining 3:59
- 13 Burning Bridges 3:53
- 14 Anniversary Waltz, Part 1 (medley) 5:32
- 15 Anniversary Waltz, Part 2 (medley) 5:29
- 16 I Didn’t Mean It 3:24
- 17 When You Walk in the Room 3:04
- 18 Fun Fun Fun 3:05
- 19 Don’t Stop 3:43
- 20 All Around My Hat (feat. Maddy Prior) 3:06
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