Phil Collins is retiring from music after four decades. I've been a Phil Collins fan since he was with the band Genesis. And while he did enjoy a flourishing solo career after Genesis split, he never received the critical acclaim I thought he deserved. After the band, Collins released many excellent albums. Here are some of my favorite Phil Collins songs.
A great Phil Collins tune from the 1989 "...But Seriously" album, 'I Wish It Would Rain Down' is a classic Collins song. Eric Clapton on the guitar provides an exciting bonus, and the emotion-packed gospel-sounding end of this song is captivating. With Clapton wailing on the guitar and Collins offering his soul vocally, this is fine music.
Topping the charts at number 7, 'Take Me Home' was another Top 10 hit from his blockbuster "No Jacket Required" album. Guest vocals from Sting and former Genesis band mate Peter Gabriel assist in making this song one of the most played Phil Collins tunes.
A true rock-and-roll song, the drum-centric 'I Don't Care Anymore' showcases Collins delivering passionate and intense vocals within a beautiful arrangement. The tune is reminiscent of earlier Genesis music, but narrowly made it onto the Top 40 list.
The Oscar winning song 'You'll Be in My Heart' is from the Disney soundtrack for the movie 'Tarzan.' Still enjoying heavy rotation on adult contemporary radio stations, this tune shows how the resilient Phil Collins found a way to stay relevant by moving into the movie and theater soundtrack arena.
What I like best about this song is the blistering drum sequence. Phil Collins is a masterful drummer and this tune shows off his talents. The contrast of the moody tune and thin instrumentation with the passionate drum progression makes this 1981 song from the "Face Value" album one of Collins' best songs.
From the rock band Genesis to a successful solo career, Phil Collins made a memorable contribution to the music of my youth.
Great list.
Wonderful list of Phil Collins songs.My adult children actually introduced me to his music.
Thanks for the memories. HI5
Loved this list!
If "In the Air Tonight" wasn't on this list, you'd have some 'splainin to do...
Nice list of songs ... goodbye Mr. Collins!
All of these are GREAT Phil Collins songs!
Thanks for the list of Phil Collins songs. H5
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