The Greatest Hits 1970-2002
by Elton John
- Type: Compilation
- Released: 11 November 2002
- Label: Rocket
- Country: United Kingdom
- Length: 2:36:18
- Community rating: 4.25/5 from 4 ratings
Artists on this release: Patrick Leonard, Chris Thomas, Paul Gambaccini, Keith Bradley, Patrick Isherwood, peacock, Gus Dudgeon, Ann Orson, Bernie Taupin, Davey Johnstone, Carte Blanche, Eversheds, Peter Collins, Tim Rice, Frank Presland, Phil Ramone, Greg Penny, Clive Franks, Gary Osborne
Album Notes & Community Reviews
Spanning over three decades of a massively successful career, 'The Greatest Hits 1970-2002' provides a comprehensive overview of the British singer-songwriter's evolution. The compilation highlights his dynamic piano-driven pop rock anthems and ballads, showcasing his enduring cultural impact and unparalleled commercial dominance.
Genres
Descriptors: classic, melodic, compilation, comprehensive, piano
Tracklist
- Your Song (4:02)
- Tiny Dancer (6:15)
- Honky Cat (5:13)
- Rocket Man (I Think It's Going To Be A Long Long Time) (4:41)
- Crocodile Rock (3:55)
- Daniel (3:53)
- Saturday Night's Alright (For Fighting) (4:53)
- Goodbye Yellow Brick Road (3:14)
- Candle In The Wind (3:49)
- Bennie And The Jets - Live (5:22)
- Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me (5:36)
- The Bitch Is Back (3:44)
- Philadelphia Freedom (5:19)
- Someone Saved My Life Tonight (6:44)
- Island Girl (3:42)
- Don't Go Breaking My Heart (4:34)
- Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word (3:50)
- Blue Eyes (3:27)
- I'm Still Standing (3:01)
- I Guess That's Why They Call It The Blues (4:42)
- Sad Songs (Say So Much) - Single Edit (4:08)
- Nikita (5:43)
- Sacrifice (5:04)
- The One (5:51)
- Kiss The Bride (4:21)
- Can You Feel The Love Tonight (4:00)
- Circle Of Life (4:50)
- Believe - Radio Edit (4:47)
- Made In England - Radio Edit (4:48)
- Something About The Way You Look Tonight - Edit Version (3:59)
- Written In The Stars (4:15)
- I Want Love (4:34)
- This Train Don't Stop There Anymore (4:38)
- Song For Guy - Single Version (5:08)
Credits
- Derek MacKillop - a&r [a&r coordination], management
- Peacock - design
- Eversheds - legal
- Patrick Isherwood - legal
- Paul Gambaccini - liner notes
- Bernie Taupin - lyrics by
- Frank Presland - management
- Keith Bradley - management
- Twenty-First Artists Ltd. - management
- Chris Thomas - producer
- Patrick Leonard - producer
- Carte Blanche - lyrics by
- Ann Orson - music by
- Gary Osborne - lyrics by
- Clive Franks - producer
- Davey Johnstone - music by
- Tim Rice - lyrics by
- Greg Penny - producer
- Phil Ramone - executive-producer
- Peter Collins - producer
- Wilbur C. Rimes - producer