Greatest Hits
The Cars · 1985
50 min · 13 tracks · new wave · pop rock
A slick blend of catchy melodies and driving rhythms that defined 80s new wave pop rock.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- catchy hooks and melodies short, engaging listening sessions upbeat and lively vibes
- Context
- Released in 1985, 'Greatest Hits' arrived during The Cars' commercial peak, following their successful album 'Heartbeat City' in 1984. This compilation highlighted their most impactful tracks while consolidating their status in the evolving new wave scene.
- If you like
- new wave, pop rock
Greatest Hits is an album by The Cars, released in 1985. A slick blend of catchy melodies and driving rhythms that defined 80s new wave pop rock. This album reached No. 4 on the Billboard 200 chart and was certified multi-platinum, showcasing The Cars' enduring popularity. It also served as a gateway for new listeners to discover their influential sound, which blended rock with pop sensibilities. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Greatest Hits sound like?
A slick blend of catchy melodies and driving rhythms that defined 80s new wave pop rock. Rooted in new wave and pop rock.
What makes Greatest Hits by The Cars notable?
This album reached No. 4 on the Billboard 200 chart and was certified multi-platinum, showcasing The Cars' enduring popularity. It also served as a gateway for new listeners to discover their influential sound, which blended rock with pop sensibilities. Released in 1985, 'Greatest Hits' arrived during The Cars' commercial peak, following their successful album 'Heartbeat City' in 1984. This compilation highlighted their most impactful tracks while consolidating their status in the evolving new wave scene.
Who is Greatest Hits for?
Greatest Hits works well if you're into catchy hooks and melodies, short, engaging listening sessions and upbeat and lively vibes.
How many songs are on Greatest Hits?
Greatest Hits has 13 tracks, running approximately 50 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Just What I Needed Standout 3:44
- 2 Since You’re Gone 3:30
- 3 You Might Think Standout 3:06
- 4 Good Times Roll 3:44
- 5 Touch and Go 4:56
- 6 Drive Standout 3:55
- 7 Tonight She Comes 3:53
- 8 My Best Friend’s Girl 3:43
- 9 Heartbeat City 4:30
- 10 Let’s Go 3:34
- 11 I’m Not the One 4:11
- 12 Magic 3:57
- 13 Shake It Up 3:33
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