Greatest Hits III
Queen · 1999
74 min · 17 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · pop rock
A vibrant collection of Queen's eclectic sound, blending rock anthems with emotional ballads and innovative remixes.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- steady pacing with emotional highs sing-along anthems for gatherings nostalgic reflections on past favorites
- Context
- By the time 'Greatest Hits III' was released in 1999, Queen had already solidified their legacy, especially following Freddie Mercury's death in 1991. This compilation marked their continued relevance in a changing music landscape, showcasing tracks from their later years alongside classic hits. It served as a retrospective while introducing newer fans to their extensive catalog.
- If you like
- hard rock, heavy metal, pop rock
Greatest Hits III is an album by Queen, released in 1999. A vibrant collection of Queen's eclectic sound, blending rock anthems with emotional ballads and innovative remixes. The album reached number one on the UK Albums Chart and has been certified multi-platinum, highlighting its commercial success. Notably, it includes 'Under Pressure (Rah mix)', which showcased Queen's ability to evolve with contemporary sounds while maintaining their signature style. The release further cemented their influence across genres and generations. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Greatest Hits III sound like?
A vibrant collection of Queen's eclectic sound, blending rock anthems with emotional ballads and innovative remixes. Rooted in hard rock and heavy metal.
What makes Greatest Hits III by Queen notable?
The album reached number one on the UK Albums Chart and has been certified multi-platinum, highlighting its commercial success. Notably, it includes 'Under Pressure (Rah mix)', which showcased Queen's ability to evolve with contemporary sounds while maintaining their signature style. The release further cemented their influence across genres and generations. By the time 'Greatest Hits III' was released in 1999, Queen had already solidified their legacy, especially following Freddie Mercury's death in 1991. This compilation marked their continued relevance in a changing music landscape, showcasing tracks from their later years alongside classic hits. It served as a retrospective while introducing newer fans to their extensive catalog.
Who is Greatest Hits III for?
Greatest Hits III works well if you're into steady pacing with emotional highs, sing-along anthems for gatherings and nostalgic reflections on past favorites.
How many songs are on Greatest Hits III?
Greatest Hits III has 17 tracks, running approximately 74 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Show Must Go On (live) Standout 4:37
- 2 Under Pressure (Rah mix) Standout 4:11
- 3 Barcelona 4:26
- 4 Too Much Love Will Kill You 4:21
- 5 Somebody to Love (live) Standout 5:09
- 6 You Don’t Fool Me 5:25
- 7 Heaven for Everyone 4:40
- 8 Las Palabras de Amor (The Words of Love) 4:31
- 9 Driven by You 4:12
- 10 Living on My Own (Julian Raymond mix) 3:39
- 11 Let Me Live 4:47
- 12 The Great Pretender 3:27
- 13 Princes of the Universe 3:33
- 14 Another One Bites the Dust 4:23
- 15 No‐One but You (Only the Good Die Young) 4:13
- 16 These Are the Days of Our Lives 4:20
- 17 Thank God It’s Christmas 4:19
Release Date
November 8, 1999
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
74 min 13 sec
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