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Greatest Hits on Earth

The 5th Dimension

37 min · 11 tracks · R&B · soul · psychedelic soul

A vibrant blend of soul, pop, and psychedelic influences creating uplifting harmonies and emotionally resonant narratives.

Greatest Hits on Earth is an album by The 5th Dimension. A vibrant blend of soul, pop, and psychedelic influences creating uplifting harmonies and emotionally resonant narratives. This album encapsulated the essence of The 5th Dimension's sound, securing their legacy with chart-topping tracks like 'Aquarius / Let the Sunshine In,' which reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100. It not only solidified their place in music history but also influenced the burgeoning genre of psychedelic soul, impacting future artists in the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Greatest Hits on Earth sound like?

A vibrant blend of soul, pop, and psychedelic influences creating uplifting harmonies and emotionally resonant narratives. Rooted in R&B and soul.

What makes Greatest Hits on Earth by The 5th Dimension notable?

This album encapsulated the essence of The 5th Dimension's sound, securing their legacy with chart-topping tracks like 'Aquarius / Let the Sunshine In,' which reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100. It not only solidified their place in music history but also influenced the burgeoning genre of psychedelic soul, impacting future artists in the genre. Released in 1970, 'Greatest Hits on Earth' marked a high point for The 5th Dimension, following their commercial breakthrough with 'Up, Up and Away' in 1967. This compilation showcased their significant hits during a period when they were redefining popular music, particularly within the soul and pop genres.

How many songs are on Greatest Hits on Earth?

Greatest Hits on Earth has 11 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.

Tracklist

11 tracks·37:50

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 (Last Night) I Didn’t Get to Sleep at All Standout 3:14
  • 2 Stoned Soul Picnic 3:27
  • 3 One Less Bell to Answer 3:31
  • 4 Aquarius / Let the Sunshine In (The Flesh Failures) Standout 4:49
  • 5 Wedding Bell Blues Standout 2:44
  • 6 Save the Country 2:40
  • 7 Love’s Lines, Angles and Rhymes 4:12
  • 8 Puppet Man 2:57
  • 9 Up, Up and Away 2:41
  • 10 Never My Love 3:54
  • 11 Together Let’s Find Love 3:36

Genre

psychedelic soul, soul

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

37 min 50 sec