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The only British male artist of the 2000’s to have four consecutive platinum albums, Will Young’s first compilation ‘The Hits’ is a celebration of his extraordinary career so far. Containing singles from his four studio albums – From Now On (2002), Friday’s Child (2003), Keep On (2005), and Let It Go (2008) The Hits will also feature two exclusive bonus tracks. Ever since his debut single "Evergreen" became the fastest selling debut of all time, Will Young has been redefining the parameters of pop stardom. From "Leave Right Now" and its groundbreaking one-take video, the Brit award winning "Your Game", the timeless ballad "All Time Love" and 2008’s incredible airplay hit "Changes", Will Young has been responsible for a catalogue of classic pop songs, now available together on one album for the first time.
Will has received an astonishing ten Brit nominations, receiving two awards, and has twice been voted the UK’s favourite artist of all time.
Will has received an astonishing ten Brit nominations, receiving two awards, and has twice been voted the UK’s favourite artist of all time.
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35 of 37 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I have been a fan of Will ever since he won Pop Idol, and it goes without saying that he has made quite an impressive back catalogue of music that spanned four albums. This being Will's first 'hits' collection contains every single he released from Evergreen to Let It Go. Throughout the duration of the album, Will's musical evolution and development as an artist and musician is evident as the tracklist is chronologically arranged with the addition of 2 new tracks to banner the album, including the toe-tapping Hopes and Fears which fits nicely with all his other songs.
I would say that the tracks from the first album (From Now On) are the weakest on this collection. The real entertainment begins with track 4 with Leave Right Now, which still remains the penultimate track of Will's career, where his brand of blue-eyed soul truly took center stage. The song still is very effective, touching and endearing after all these years. Other highlights in the album are 'Friday's Child' which sounds like a cross between Lighthouse Family and Groove Armada - still epic and curious, 'All Time Love', a simpler and subtler retread of Leave Right Now perfect for those chilly nights, 'Your Game', which finds Will channeling George Michael circa Faith, and soul-pastiche 'Changes', which could have taken itself from the pages of Duffy or Adele's songbook.
The 14 tracks that make this collection may represent Will's singles, and commercial work, showcasing his one of a kind voice. While it is the obligatory hits collection for the artist, to truly have a taste of Will's best work however, I recommend picking up his 2nd and 4th albums - 'Friday's Child' and 'Let It Go' where his full artistry and sentiments are fully explored. But the collection is always a nice addition to anyone's music box.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.
I would say that the tracks from the first album (From Now On) are the weakest on this collection. The real entertainment begins with track 4 with Leave Right Now, which still remains the penultimate track of Will's career, where his brand of blue-eyed soul truly took center stage. The song still is very effective, touching and endearing after all these years. Other highlights in the album are 'Friday's Child' which sounds like a cross between Lighthouse Family and Groove Armada - still epic and curious, 'All Time Love', a simpler and subtler retread of Leave Right Now perfect for those chilly nights, 'Your Game', which finds Will channeling George Michael circa Faith, and soul-pastiche 'Changes', which could have taken itself from the pages of Duffy or Adele's songbook.
The 14 tracks that make this collection may represent Will's singles, and commercial work, showcasing his one of a kind voice. While it is the obligatory hits collection for the artist, to truly have a taste of Will's best work however, I recommend picking up his 2nd and 4th albums - 'Friday's Child' and 'Let It Go' where his full artistry and sentiments are fully explored. But the collection is always a nice addition to anyone's music box.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.
18 of 19 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
These are Will Young's 13 songs released as singles to date plus a very special song you have never heard before. If you're already a fan, you won't escape the emotion caused by listening to the tracks from when all began back in 2002, then made very proud and happy with the artistic evolution that followed. If you're not, on this CD you'll find beauty and soul you did not know existed. In my opinion 'If it hadn't been for love' is the most beatiful song Will Young recorded up to now.
40 of 43 people found the following review helpful
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Can it really be seven years since the first Pop Idol entered our consciousness? The Hits are a compilation from Will's four platinum albums and contain some of the all time favourites. Sung in that very distinctive voice that four and a half million voted for and with superb arrangements and production for most of the tracts by Steve Lipson, it is a fitting memento of a very successful career.However,amongst those four platinum discs there are some less well known gems and I beg everyone to also check out his back catalogue.
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The Hits Will Young
I alaways enjoy listening to Will Young & appreciate that I can get this CD via Amazon on line. His music has been unique and he was a talented winner public liked.
Published 3 months ago by Virginia Lynes-lumsden
Simply the best!
I wish I could go back to the day when they announced Will Young as the very first Idol on earth. He's in his own lane; keeping up his own music merging with what this industry... Read more
Published 3 months ago by hisnameisnicole
Excellent
Excellent seller. Arrived quickly and in good condition. Album very good too. Thoroughly enjoyed singing along to in car. Would suggest for people who like this man
Published 4 months ago by redpmj
nan will love it
a gift for nan...not found on the highstreet but again Amazon to the rescue :) Thankyou Amazon...she is going to be very happy with this belated gift :)
Published 4 months ago by MyLittleAngel
bravo / perfect
impossible de trouver ce disque en France, nous sommes bien content de l'avoir recu en parfait état et dans les délais annoncés. Read more
Published 4 months ago by pikachu1965
Will Young the hits
Fantastic cd,well worth the money.Alot cheaper on Amazon than in the local high street.anthor great buy and so easy to use.
Published 4 months ago by fiona
Great album...with all the hits!
Very impressed to see this album with all Will's hits. It's great to see the progression from song to song! I enjoyed listening to all the older songs again altogether! A good buy.
Published 4 months ago by Grace
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Amazon music downloads are hassle free. Sound quality is good and the range of music is excellent, often with two or three alternative versions.
Published 5 months ago by Johnm
Will Young Echoes
Excellent CD as usual for Will Young it
gets you singing along again and again.Looking
foward to his next release,
gets you singing along again and again.Looking
foward to his next release,
Published 5 months ago by margaret
Will Young the hits
Like Will Young have most of his DVDs and CD I listen to him all day Well Done Will Young
Published 6 months ago by Mr. James Cullen
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