96 Grammy Nominees

Grammy (Related Recordings), Various Artists - Rock, Grammy Nominees (Series) | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (February 6, 1996)
• Original Release Date: February 6, 1996
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Sony
• ASIN: B000002BI3
• Also Available in: Audio CD  |  Audio Cassette
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #35,691 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)
  • #71 in Music > R&B > New Jack

Track Listings

1. One Sweet Day

2. Gangsta's Paradise

3. One of Us

4. Kiss from a Rose

5. Waterfalls

6. I Can Love You Like That

7. You Are Not Alone

8. You Oughta Know

9. Baby

10. Let Her Cry

11. Any Man of Mine

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

17 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Flashback to Nineteen Nine Five, March 12, 2004

By A Customer

This review is from: 96 Grammy Nominees (Audio CD)

...I normally do not review "old" albums, but I will make an exception with this masterpiece. The Grammy series has seen both ends of the spectrum and this editon is conpletely flawless. There is not one song on this album that I disapprove of. I did not listen to music back in 1995, this album makes me wish that I did. An analysis of these classic tracks:
1.Mariah Carey & Boyz II Men"One Sweet Day"A-.Beautiful,that is the only word to describe the powerful and masterful work.No wonder it was #1 for 16 Weeks in that year.
2.Coolio feat. L.V."Gangsta's Paradise"A+.This bangin' summer track was THE best song of 1995.Right from the chilling beat to the deep lyrics,this song is what rap should be.Surprising that the Academy was bold enough to give this a Record Of The Year nod.
3.Joan Osborne"One Of Us"A-.She may have been forgotten,but this song is easily a classic.Everyone knows the words to this inventive and inspired theological track.It does pose a very good idea about God.
4.Seal"Kiss From A Rose"A.The song may be ungainly in construction,but it is graceful in delivery.It is one of those songs that just plain resounds with you and uses some brilliant "images".
5.TLC"Waterfalls"A.Since Lisa Lopez has passed a way the group is in danger.The is one the best R&B songs of the '90s.The message seems verey heartfelt whlie the lyrics and horn arangments provide a perfect vehicle for it.
6.All-4-One"I Can Love You Like That"A.They may have been second compared to Boyz II Men, but this a superb and perfect slow dance song.Very well done.
7.Michael Jackson"You Are Not Alone"A-.In the midst of all his legal troubles,here is reminder of his talent.MJ singing R.Kelly's emotional lyrics make this a terrific song choice.
8.Alanis Morissette"You Oughta Know"A.It's no mystery why Alanis was such a huge hit with everyone.This song shows the kind of rage and straight forward attitude most females don't have. Truly a one of a kind song.
9.Brandy"Baby"A-.The song shrinks in comparison to "The Boy Is Mine" and "What About Us?",still it is very catchy and slick in it's production.
10.Hootie & The Blowfish"Let Her Cry"B.When "Cracked Rear View" sold 12 Million copies,no one predicted them to be on the bottom of the bargain bin now.This song is not original or spectacular,but it delivers what it promises to.

11.Shania Twain"Any Man Of Mine"A-.This early track from Shania may not have been her best,but it shows true talent and a lot of potential as an artist.
Bottom Line:****.A perfect album, shows that sometimes less can be more(it only has 11 songs). Grammy got it right way back in 1995!

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I liked almoat all of the songs on this CD, March 11, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: 96 Grammy Nominees (Audio CD)

All of these songs brought back memories of 1996 as I listened to them

7 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Nostalgic Moments, October 9, 2000

By 

Nicolas Mancuso "rentrobuff" (Montreal) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: 96 Grammy Nominees (Audio CD)

I love compilation CDs that include hits from a certain year. These songs are often never heard from again. Solution? 1996 Grammy Nominees! This excellent CD includes huge hits (One of Us, Kiss From a Rose, Waterfalls) that we became sick of. Now, 4 years later, we wonder where they went. This is a great CD to be listened to at any time. It is very upbeat and includes the first hits from Shania Twain (who now has about 60493 hits), Hootie & the Blowfish, Alanis Morissette, and the divine Joan Osborne. This disc is recommended for its wide spectrum of styles and variety. You will love this!