The Ultimate Collection
Donna Summer · 2003
217 min · 39 tracks · contemporary R&B · house · synth-pop
A vibrant tapestry of disco beats and soulful vocals that defined an era of dance music.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- dynamic peaks and valleys dance floor anthems for celebration nostalgic vibes of past eras
- Context
- Released in 2003, 'The Ultimate Collection' came during a resurgence of interest in Donna Summer's legacy, following her induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2009. This compilation captures her influential work, showcasing tracks from her peak in the 1970s and 1980s, solidifying her status as the 'Queen of Disco'.
- If you like
- contemporary R&B, house, synth-pop
The Ultimate Collection is an album by Donna Summer, released in 2003. A vibrant tapestry of disco beats and soulful vocals that defined an era of dance music. This album is significant for its comprehensive overview of Summer's career, charting numerous hits that helped define disco and pop music. It revitalized interest in her catalog, reaching notable positions on various charts and receiving critical acclaim for its rich selection of tracks. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Ultimate Collection sound like?
A vibrant tapestry of disco beats and soulful vocals that defined an era of dance music. Rooted in contemporary R&B and house.
What makes The Ultimate Collection by Donna Summer notable?
This album is significant for its comprehensive overview of Summer's career, charting numerous hits that helped define disco and pop music. It revitalized interest in her catalog, reaching notable positions on various charts and receiving critical acclaim for its rich selection of tracks. Released in 2003, 'The Ultimate Collection' came during a resurgence of interest in Donna Summer's legacy, following her induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2009. This compilation captures her influential work, showcasing tracks from her peak in the 1970s and 1980s, solidifying her status as the 'Queen of Disco'.
Who is The Ultimate Collection for?
The Ultimate Collection works well if you're into dynamic peaks and valleys, dance floor anthems for celebration and nostalgic vibes of past eras.
How many songs are on The Ultimate Collection?
The Ultimate Collection has 39 tracks, running approximately 217 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 The Hostage 4:16
- 2 Lady of the Night 3:55
- 3 Love to Love You Baby Standout 16:44
- 4 Full of Emptiness 2:26
- 5 Could It Be Magic 5:13
- 6 Try Me, I Know We Can Make It 4:43
- 7 Spring Affair 4:00
- 8 Winter Melody 6:30
- 9 I Feel Love Standout 3:10
- 10 Down Deep Inside 6:06
- 11 I Remember Yesterday 4:36
- 12 Love’s Unkind 4:07
- 13 Back in Love Again 3:13
- 14 I Love Your 4:41
- 15 Rumour Has It 4:55
Disc 2
- 1 Last Dance Standout 8:09
- 2 MacArthur Park 6:25
- 3 Hot Stuff 6:47
- 4 Bad Girls 4:55
- 5 Dim All the Lights 4:23
- 6 Sunset People 6:24
- 7 On the Radio 5:46
- 8 The Wanderer 3:45
- 9 State of Independence 5:49
- 10 Love Is in Control (Finger on the Trigger) 4:19
- 11 The Woman in Me 3:54
- 12 She Works Hard for the Money 5:18
- 13 Dinner With Gershwin 4:37
- 14 This Time I Know It’s for Real 3:35
- 15 Melody of Love (Wanna Be Loved) 4:13
Disc 3
- 1 Love to Love You Baby (live) 3:29
- 2 Last Dance (live) 5:52
- 3 Je t’aime moi non plus 15:47
- 4 Heaven Knows 3:31
- 5 No More Tears (Enough Is Enough) 11:44
- 6 Unconditional Love 4:42
- 7 State of Independence (New Radio Millennium mix) 5:00
- 8 I Feel Love (Masters at Work 86th St. mix) 6:08
- 9 I Will Go With You (Con te partirò) 4:08
Release Date
January 1, 2003
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
217 min 15 sec
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