Chuck Berry - Collected - COMPACT DISCS [CD]

Spanning seven decades, Berry's career concluded with a final album, Chuck, released posthumously in 2017. Celebrated as a songwriter, guitarist, and performer, Berry's impact on rock and roll remains immeasurable. The compilation showcases his groundbreaking work, cementing his status as a music legend. And includes newly written liner notes. Chuck Berry, often hailed as the godfather of rock 'n' roll, revolutionized music with his pioneering style and storytelling. His 1955 hit InchMaybellene,Inch blending country with rhythm & blues, marked the dawn of rock and roll. Berry's knack for crafting relatable, youth-centric songs like InchSchool Day,Inch InchJohnny B. Goode,Inch and InchSweet Little SixteenInch spoke to the heart of teenage life, celebrating themes like love, rebellion, and music. InchJohnny B. Goode,Inch often seen as autobiographical, features one of the most iconic guitar licks in history, inspiring generations of musicians. Berry's influence extended to legends like The Beatles and The Rolling Stones, who covered his work, ensuring his legacy endured through the British Invasion. Despite his fame, Berry's storytelling also resonated with older audiences, as seen in poignant tracks like InchMemphis, Tennessee.Inch His live performances remained electrifying, culminating in a global hit with InchMy Ding-A-LingInch in 1972. Album Tracks 1. Maybellene 2. Wee Wee Hours 3. Thirty Days 4. No Money Down 5. Roll Over Beethoven 6. Too Much Monkey Business 7. Brown Eyed Handsome Man 8. You Can't Catch Me 9. School Day (Ring Ring Goes the Bell) 10. Oh Baby Doll 11. Rock and Roll Music 12. Sweet Little Sixteen 13. Reelin' and Rockin' 14. Johnny B. Goode 15. Around and Around 16. Beautiful Delilah 17. Carol 18. Sweet Little Rock 'N' Roller 19. Run Rudolph Run 20. Merry Christmas Baby 21. Anthony Boy 22. Almost Grown