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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. Thirty Days 3. No Money Down 4. Roll Over Beethoven 5. Brown Eyed Handsome Man 6. School Day (Ring! Ring! Goes the Bell) 7. Rock and Roll Music 8. Sweet Little Sixteen 9. Reelin' and Rockin' 10. Johnny B. Goode 11. Carol 12. Run Rudolph Run 13. Almost Grown 14. Little Queenie 15. Memphis, Tennessee 16. Let It Rock 17. Bye Bye Johnny 18. Too Pooped to Pop 19. Route 66 20. Come on 21. I'm Talking About You 1. No Particular Place to Go 2. You Never Can Tell
