Otis Redding

United States

"Anchored by a deep groove and punctuated by raspy bursts of passion, Redding's music evokes a sense of urgency that climaxes in moments of soulful release."

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The Dock of the Bay

1968

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Career Arc

Otis Redding's discography from 1964 to 2016

1964 1990 2016

Pain in My Heart (1964) Otis Blue/Otis Redding Si... (1965) The Great Otis Redding Si... (1965) King & Queen (1965) I Can't Turn You Loose /... (1965) Respect (1965) Complete & Unbelievable:... (1966) The Soul Album (1966) Fa-Fa-Fa-Fa-Fa (Sad Song) (1966) The History of Otis Reddi... (1967) Live in Europe (1967) The Immortal Otis Redding (1968) The Dock of the Bay (1968) In Person at the Whisky a... (1968) (Sittin' On) The Dock of... (1968) I've Got Dreams to Rememb... (1968) Love Man (1969) Historic Performances Rec... (1970) Tell the Truth (1970) The Best of Otis Redding (1972)

Otis Redding matters because he distilled the raw emotions of love and loss into a sound that resonated deeply with listeners, changing the landscape of soul music forever.

Otis Redding matters because he distilled the raw emotions of love and loss into a sound that resonated deeply with listeners, changing the landscape of soul music forever. His ability to convey profound vulnerability transformed how artists approached performance, often leading audiences to experience catharsis through his heartfelt delivery. Redding's process was rooted in a powerful blend of gospel fervor and gritty authenticity, allowing him to navigate between joy and sorrow seamlessly. His performances were imbued with a spontaneity that captured the essence of live music, drawing from a well of personal experience and collective emotion. This approach encouraged other artists to embrace their emotional truths, shifting the focus from polished perfection to genuine expression. Lyrically, Redding often explored themes of love, heartbreak, and longing, employing a voice that oscillated between pleading intensity and reflective melancholy. His storytelling was rich with imagery that evoked visceral feelings while maintaining an earnest sincerity that connected deeply with listeners. This fusion of ironclad honesty and emotive resonance made his songs feel both personal and universal.

Full discography

Otis Redding's albums in order, from earliest releases to latest.

34 releases • 29 albums • 1964–2016

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Live at the Whisky a Go Go: The Complete Recordings

2016

Dreams to Remember: The Otis Redding Anthology

1998

Otis! The Definitive Otis Redding

1993

Good to Me: Live at the Whisky a Go Go, Vol. 2

1993

Greatest Hits

1993

The Very Best of Otis Redding, Vol. 1

1992

Greatest Hits, Volume 2

1992

Remember Me

1992

16 Original Hits

1991

Greatest Hits

1989

The Dock of the Bay – The Definitive Collection

1987

The Ultimate Otis Redding

1986

Recorded Live

1982

Amen

1974

The Best of Otis Redding

1972

Historic Performances Recorded at the Monterey International Pop Festival

1970

Tell the Truth

1970

Love Man

1969

The Immortal Otis Redding

1968

The Dock of the Bay

1968

In Person at the Whisky a Go Go

1968

The History of Otis Redding

1967

Live in Europe

1967

Complete & Unbelievable: The Otis Redding Dictionary of Soul

1966

The Soul Album

1966

Otis Blue/Otis Redding Sings Soul

1965

The Great Otis Redding Sings Soul Ballads

1965

King & Queen

1965

Pain in My Heart

1964

Singles ()

(Sittin' On) The Dock of the Bay

1968

I've Got Dreams to Remember

1968

Fa-Fa-Fa-Fa-Fa (Sad Song)

1966

I Can't Turn You Loose / Just One More Day

1965

Respect

1965

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How their sound evolved over time

Pain in My Heart (1964)

Otis Blue/Otis Reddi... (1965)

The Great Otis Redding Sings Soul Ballads

The Great Otis Reddi... (1965)

King & Queen (1965)

Complete & Unbelievable: The Otis Redding Dictionary of Soul

Complete & Unbelieva... (1966)

The Soul Album (1966)

The History of Otis... (1967)

Live in Europe (1967)

The Dock of the Bay (1968)

The Immortal Otis Re... (1968)

In Person at the Whi... (1968)

Love Man (1969)

Tell the Truth (1970)

Historic Performances Recorded at the Monterey International Pop Festival

Historic Performance... (1970)

The Best of Otis Red... (1972)

Amen (1974)

Recorded Live (1982)

The Ultimate Otis Re... (1986)

The Dock of the Bay – The Definitive Collection

The Dock of the Bay... (1987)

Greatest Hits (1989)

16 Original Hits (1991)

The Very Best of Oti... (1992)

Greatest Hits, Volum... (1992)

Remember Me (1992)

Good to Me: Live at the Whisky a Go Go, Vol. 2

Good to Me: Live at... (1993)

Otis! The Definitive... (1993)

Greatest Hits (1993)

Dreams to Remember: The Otis Redding Anthology

Dreams to Remember:... (1998)

Live at the Whisky a Go Go: The Complete Recordings

Live at the Whisky a... (2016)

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Otis Redding sound like?

Anchored by a deep groove and punctuated by raspy bursts of passion, Redding's music evokes a sense of urgency that climaxes in moments of soulful release. Rooted in soul and gospel. Start with Otis Blue/Otis Redding Sings Soul.

What is the best Otis Redding album to start with?

The best album to start with is "Otis Blue/Otis Redding Sings Soul" (1965). It's the most representative of what makes Otis Redding worth hearing.

Who is Otis Redding for?

If you're into soul and gospel, Otis Redding is worth your time. Anchored by a deep groove and punctuated by raspy bursts of passion, Redding's music evokes a sense of urgency that climaxes in moments of soulful release.

How many albums does Otis Redding have?

Otis Redding has 34 releases in their discography, including 29 albums.

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