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The Very Best of Enya

Enya · 2009

67 min · 19 tracks · new age music · Celtic music · operatic pop

A serene tapestry of ethereal vocals and lush instrumentals that transport listeners to tranquil realms.

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Best for
serene soundscapes for relaxation wave-like pacing for contemplation tranquil background for focus
Context
By the time 'The Very Best of Enya' was released in 2009, Enya had already established herself as a prominent figure in new age music, gaining global fame with her previous albums. This compilation came after her successful 2005 album 'Amarantine', which solidified her unique sound and commercial appeal, featuring hits that spanned her career.
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new age music, Celtic music, operatic pop

The Very Best of Enya is an album by Enya, released in 2009. A serene tapestry of ethereal vocals and lush instrumentals that transport listeners to tranquil realms. This compilation album showcases Enya's significant impact on the new age genre, featuring chart-topping tracks like 'Only Time', which gained renewed attention following its use in various media, including the aftermath of September 11. The album reached number one in multiple countries, demonstrating her enduring popularity and influence in the music industry. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Very Best of Enya sound like?

A serene tapestry of ethereal vocals and lush instrumentals that transport listeners to tranquil realms. Rooted in new age music and Celtic music.

What makes The Very Best of Enya by Enya notable?

This compilation album showcases Enya's significant impact on the new age genre, featuring chart-topping tracks like 'Only Time', which gained renewed attention following its use in various media, including the aftermath of September 11. The album reached number one in multiple countries, demonstrating her enduring popularity and influence in the music industry. By the time 'The Very Best of Enya' was released in 2009, Enya had already established herself as a prominent figure in new age music, gaining global fame with her previous albums. This compilation came after her successful 2005 album 'Amarantine', which solidified her unique sound and commercial appeal, featuring hits that spanned her career.

Who is The Very Best of Enya for?

The Very Best of Enya works well if you're into serene soundscapes for relaxation, wave-like pacing for contemplation and tranquil background for focus.

How many songs are on The Very Best of Enya?

The Very Best of Enya has 19 tracks, running approximately 67 minutes.

Tracklist

19 tracks·67:23

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  • 1 Orinoco Flow Standout 4:28
  • 2 Aníron (I Desire) (Theme for Aragorn & Arwen) 2:43
  • 3 Storms in Africa 4:04
  • 4 Caribbean Blue Standout 3:59
  • 5 Book of Days 2:55
  • 6 The Celts 2:57
  • 7 Only Time Standout 3:38
  • 8 Wild Child 3:47
  • 9 Water Shows the Hidden Heart 4:39
  • 10 Anywhere Is 3:59
  • 11 Cursum Perficio 4:08
  • 12 Amarantine 3:12
  • 13 Aldebaran 3:06
  • 14 Trains and Winter Rains 3:43
  • 15 Watermark 2:25
  • 16 Boadicea 3:32
  • 17 A Day Without Rain 2:36
  • 18 May It Be 3:33
  • 19 Oíche Chiúin (Chorale) 3:49

Release Date

November 23, 2009

Artist Origin

Ireland

Runtime

67 min 23 sec