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Track Listings
| 1. Wannabe (Radio Edit) |
| 2. Say You'll Be There (Single Mix) |
| 3. 2 Become 1 (Single Version) |
| 4. Mama (Radio Version) |
| 5. Who Do You Think You Are (Radio Edit) |
| 6. Move Over |
| 7. Spice Up Your Life (Stent Radio Mix) |
| 8. Too Much (Edit) |
| 9. Stop |
| 10. Viva Forever (Radio Edit) |
| 11. Let Love Lead The Way (Radio Edit) |
| 12. Holler (Radio Edit) |
| 13. Headlines (Friendship Never Ends) |
| 14. Voodoo |
| 15. Goodbye (Single Edit) |
Product Description
Product Description
1 CD – all of the hits. Fifty five million records sold, an astonishing 9 UK no. 1 singles, three back-to-back Christmas no. 1 singles and with "Wannabe" the biggest selling single ever by an all female group, the Spice Girls have very little to prove.
Review
Five girls, unashamed to spout opinions and punch their stamp onto everything, took the whole world by storm when they unleashed "Wannabe" on an unsuspecting audience back in 1996. Ginger, Scary, Sporty, Baby and Posh created their own revolution before Geri fled, they went a bit R&B and everything went silent.
Now in 2007, they're all back together, claiming they're still bezzie mates and finally releasing a greatest hits CD. Featuring all of their singles, as well as advert soundtrack "Move Over" and two new tracks, this compilation actually makes you realise that while their success was down to the whole package, their songs were in fact really, really good.
A Spice ballad was mainly for Christmas, and only a cold heart could fail to love their first festive #1, the shimmering "2 Become 1". The heartbroken post-Geri "Goodbye" provided the girls with their last really good single and, despite it being released mid-summer, "Viva Forever's" layered vocals and fairy-filled video has stood the test of time.
It's not often that a band manages to do both ballads and dancefloor stompers well, but this is no ordinary band. "Spice Up Your Life" actually sounds better now than it did back in '97 and their piece de resistance "Who Do You Think You Are" still manages to fill dancefloors. And don't let's forget "Stop", the only Spice Girl single that failed to reach #1. Sounding like it could have come straight out of the 60s, this is one song we'd love to hear a Mark Ronson rendition of.
The obligatory two new songs hark back to the days of Spice and Spiceworld rather than their more urban third album, Forever. "Headlines" has a classic Spice ballad feel while "Voodoo" ramps up the fun and flavour of "Spice Up Your Life".
If you were one of the many haters of the Spice Girls back in the day, then this CD isn't going to change your mind about them. But if you grew up watching their every move, then this is a slice of nostalgia that miraculously still sounds fresh today. --Talia Kraines
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19 of 21 people found the following review helpful
By Mr. Nathan Armstrong
VINE™ VOICE
Format:Audio CD
Would there ever be a time a for a spice reunion? its true its pretty much formulated pop that was of a certain time and place! but oh what a time!
When the fivesome hit the music scene in the summer of 96 they where so fresh and in your face.."wannabe" wasnt a life-changing song vocally or lyrically but brought a breath of fresh air to the music scene...not just here but round the world! from schoolgirls to pop fans..to the parents and the odd grandparent..we all lapped it up!
we dressed up as our favourite spice...learnt the dance routines..sang along! this album will bring back so many memories!
the girls crafted pure pop and gave some great tracks...and marketed themselves to perfection! we had dolls, writing paper..even crisps!
although a lot of the songs are throwaway...the harmonies and blending vocals of all the girls from the strongest (mel c) to the weakest(geri)! to the dancing..but they gave great energy both live and on record!
you have the immense wonderful ballads "2 become 1" and "viva forever" the pure pop of "stop" and " who do you think you are" the dance workout "spice up your life" the sentimental slush of "mama" "goodbye" and the new single "headlines" and the great rnb floorfiller "holler"
apart from "headlines" the only new track is voodoo" which has a bit more ummph! but still fails to capture the glory of the heyday!
still every song will remind you of a special time or a crazy time. sort of what were you doing when this was out...where were you when you first heard this!
maybe a whole new generation will discover the girls! but i doubt it will be like like the abba revival as the sound has aged!... Read more ›
When the fivesome hit the music scene in the summer of 96 they where so fresh and in your face.."wannabe" wasnt a life-changing song vocally or lyrically but brought a breath of fresh air to the music scene...not just here but round the world! from schoolgirls to pop fans..to the parents and the odd grandparent..we all lapped it up!
we dressed up as our favourite spice...learnt the dance routines..sang along! this album will bring back so many memories!
the girls crafted pure pop and gave some great tracks...and marketed themselves to perfection! we had dolls, writing paper..even crisps!
although a lot of the songs are throwaway...the harmonies and blending vocals of all the girls from the strongest (mel c) to the weakest(geri)! to the dancing..but they gave great energy both live and on record!
you have the immense wonderful ballads "2 become 1" and "viva forever" the pure pop of "stop" and " who do you think you are" the dance workout "spice up your life" the sentimental slush of "mama" "goodbye" and the new single "headlines" and the great rnb floorfiller "holler"
apart from "headlines" the only new track is voodoo" which has a bit more ummph! but still fails to capture the glory of the heyday!
still every song will remind you of a special time or a crazy time. sort of what were you doing when this was out...where were you when you first heard this!
maybe a whole new generation will discover the girls! but i doubt it will be like like the abba revival as the sound has aged!... Read more ›
9 of 10 people found the following review helpful
By S. Bokdam
Format:Audio CD
Love them or hate them, the Spice Girls have made some of the best pop tunes of the last decade.
Every pop music fan should own this collection of killer tunes. They're really the ABBA of the 90's.
Essential.
Every pop music fan should own this collection of killer tunes. They're really the ABBA of the 90's.
Essential.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By Ash W
Format:Audio CD
I remember being a huuuge Spice Girl fan when they were around the first time. I was like 12? Baby Spice was always my fave. Anyway...im happy they have released this real classic collection! Well...apart from songs Let Love lead The Way and Holler. But they have had 9 number ones and its just good to see the day where they would be together again isn't it? Im not that keen on Headlines...but it is for Children In Need so i don't mind. But, isn't Voodoo a really good song? I really hope they release it as a single. They'd be mad not to. And for now i enjoy listening to all the other tunes...my fave classic SG songs are 2 Become 1 and Say You'll Be There...incredible video's too. All of their video's are. Welcome back girls.
9 of 11 people found the following review helpful
By P. Derby
Format:Audio CD
I bought this box set yesterday and its really good value for money, despite what the previous comment says. You get the album, dvd with all their videos (those 2 together at the cheapest would cost u £22) and on top of that you get a remix cd of there hits, a karoke cd (great with christmas coming up) AND you also get 5 limited edition post cards of the girls, AND a limited edition charm braclet (im giving mine to my mum)
So you see if you are a big pop music lover or a mad Spice Girls fan, then you have got to buy this box set, it would make a great christmas present too. BUY IT NOW!!!
So you see if you are a big pop music lover or a mad Spice Girls fan, then you have got to buy this box set, it would make a great christmas present too. BUY IT NOW!!!
4 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By The Wryter
Format:Audio CD
As a guy, I admitted it openly that the Spice Girls were awesome with five funky personalities to match their voices and their insane image and phrase "girl power!" My favourites were Emma and Mel B though Mel C's vocals are definitely the strongest.
Okay, so their songs aren't classics but you cannot deny that they changed the face of pop forever. They are the biggest British band since the Beatles, and no you All Saints or Westlife will never be as big around the globe. The sell out tour proves it.
Why should we care? We shouldn't, but in a way this nostalgic album makes us. There will be at least one track on here that will have touched you in one way or another.
Cheesy and in your face is the name of the game when you hear "Wannabe" but how can you deny that it wasn't catching? It was their biggest number 1. You have great ballards "2 become 1" and the powerful "Viva Forever". You have the emotionally charged "Goodbye" and the equally awesome "Mama".
Dance your feet away with "Spice Up Your Life" or feel the RNB factor in "Holler". "Too Much" their second Xmas number one or even "Say You'll be there", the song where Mel C showed off her vocal talents. And you can bounce away with "Who Do You Think You Are" or jump around to "Stop!"
There's the catchy "Move Over" from the Pspsi add and two new songs, including "Voodoo" which is really catchy.
So go on, give it a try and bring back those memories...you know you wanna!
Okay, so their songs aren't classics but you cannot deny that they changed the face of pop forever. They are the biggest British band since the Beatles, and no you All Saints or Westlife will never be as big around the globe. The sell out tour proves it.
Why should we care? We shouldn't, but in a way this nostalgic album makes us. There will be at least one track on here that will have touched you in one way or another.
Cheesy and in your face is the name of the game when you hear "Wannabe" but how can you deny that it wasn't catching? It was their biggest number 1. You have great ballards "2 become 1" and the powerful "Viva Forever". You have the emotionally charged "Goodbye" and the equally awesome "Mama".
Dance your feet away with "Spice Up Your Life" or feel the RNB factor in "Holler". "Too Much" their second Xmas number one or even "Say You'll be there", the song where Mel C showed off her vocal talents. And you can bounce away with "Who Do You Think You Are" or jump around to "Stop!"
There's the catchy "Move Over" from the Pspsi add and two new songs, including "Voodoo" which is really catchy.
So go on, give it a try and bring back those memories...you know you wanna!
4 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By P. Derby
Format:Audio CD
At last the greatest hits album we have all been waiting for from the best and biggest selling girl group ever! It features there 9 number one's, including Wannabe, 2 Become 1, Spice Up Your Life and Goodbye, plus there number 2 hit Stop, the Pepsi promotional single Move Over and 2 new tracks, Voodoo and there great new single for Children in Need, Headlines (Friendship Never Ends) As I write this, Headlines has entered the top 20 in the charts on download sales alone, so you know its going to be a massive future hit when it is released on 19th November with all sales going to charity.
This album is simply good quality pop music from the 90's, along with a few new gems, so make sure you buy it today!
This album is simply good quality pop music from the 90's, along with a few new gems, so make sure you buy it today!
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Lovely CD for a singalong
I'm not a big Spice Girls fan, but I bought this as it had so many good songs on it. Excellent collection. Read more
Published 5 days ago by HondaBird007
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Spice girls cd
After a blast from the past, I just wanted to listen to some of the songs by the Spice girls whilst driving so bought this cd. Good memories to try and sing-along to! Read more
Published 13 days ago by S.R.Patel
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Blast from the past
I grew up listening to the spice girls so it was good to hear their tunes again! Brings back memories of primary school discos!
Published 19 days ago by Ames123
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Spice girls greatest hits
Great quick deliverely
Brought as a birthday present for the little sister she was very happy perfect for any spice girl fan
Has all the classics
Great price... Read more
Brought as a birthday present for the little sister she was very happy perfect for any spice girl fan
Has all the classics
Great price... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Marie
5.0 out of 5 stars
Pop never been as awesome as This!
When I Was a Kid, I Used to be a HUGE Spice Girls Fan. Now I am all into Hip-Hop Like 2Pac,
But I can't ignore the Spice Girls Still; Good music can never be forgotten. Read more
But I can't ignore the Spice Girls Still; Good music can never be forgotten. Read more
Published 2 months ago by F. Golan
5.0 out of 5 stars
Spice Girls
Present for daughter who newly became a fan of Spice Girls after seeing them at the Olympics, listenable but not great for me personally
Published 3 months ago by Tracey
5.0 out of 5 stars
spice girls
Bought this for my daughterfor christmas. She loves the
Spice girls and all their hits are on this. Good value.
Spice girls and all their hits are on this. Good value.
Published 3 months ago by Mrs. E. Ward
5.0 out of 5 stars
Memory lane
Bought for my daughter and given by the cat and dog for her birthday, and her friend all started to request songs,
Published 4 months ago by J Thomas
5.0 out of 5 stars
Does exactly what it says on the tin
Going to see Viva forever so bought this to 'revise but I was also a big fan back in the day.
Published 4 months ago by Emma King
5.0 out of 5 stars
great value
this was a gift for a friend who loves the spice girls it arrived on time and they loved the git
Published 5 months ago by ruth carmichael
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