Boyz II Men - Legacy: Greatest Hits Collection [Enhanced]

Boyz II Men | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (July 4, 2005)
• Original Release Date: 2001
• Number of Discs: 1
• Format: Enhanced
• Label: Umvd Labels
• ASIN: B00005QZ1S
• Also Available in: Audio CD  |  Audio Cassette  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (48 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #668 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)
  • #1 in Music > R&B > New Jack
  • #7 in Music > R&B > Contemporary R&B
  • #7 in Music > R&B > Quiet Storm

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com

Legacy is the right title for this album. Boyz II Men were the original, modern-day boy band, predating both 'N Sync and the Backstreet Boys. Heavily influenced by doo-wop groups such as the Platters and the Dells and developed by ex-New Edition member Michael Bivins, Boyz II Men quickly rose to heavyweight status after the foursome's 1991 debut, Cooleyhighharmony, their success based on romantic ballads and strong vocals. However, they lacked the charisma and looks to really make an impact on the world, and they're perhaps the only group that could be described as "quietly" selling 35 million records. This collection of their best moments concentrates on their strengths as crooning Cupids, exemplified by their massive hit and classic ballad "End of the Road" (taken from the Boomerang soundtrack). "Hey Lover," featuring LL Cool J, is as energetic as the album gets. Legacy is unabashedly assembled for lovers of slow, romantic bedroom soul. --Jake Barnes

Product Description

Import pressing of their greatest hits collection packaged in a slidepack. Part of the Universal 'Just the Music' Campaign. 2006. * Please note, no liner notes are included. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Greatest Hits Their Greatest CD, February 17, 2003

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Jim Rush (Huntington, WV USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Boyz II Men - Legacy: Greatest Hits Collection (Audio CD)

You can make a case that any artists greatest hits collection would be their greatest album, and Legacy is no different. The "Boyz" arent as popular as they were in the mid 1990's because they kept true to their work and didnt evolve with what music is popular today. However, its great to sit back and listen to these songs to remember why Boyz II Men has some (including the biggest) hits of all time.

MotownPhilly----This song is a classic, their first single release, by todays standards its kinda poppy and not very complicated musically by the standards of the rest of their work, but its rare to get such great voice harmonies on a fast song.
It's So Hard To Say Goodbye To Yesterday----This is my all-time favorite Boyz II Men song, their recore company said an a capella song would never get radio play, but this song became their first smash hit.
End Of The Road--This is the song that established Boyz II Men as one of the greatest artists of all time, it went to being the longest running song at #1 of all time, a total of 13 straight weeks, and while it no longer holds the top spot, it is definitely one of their best songs.
In The Still Of The Night--The "Boyz" recorded this song for "The Jacksons, An American Dream" movie and proved that It's So Hard... was not a fluke, and that a capella songs could be real hits in the 1990's.
Hey Lover--Nate, Mike, Shawn & Wan only sing backup and the chorus on this song with LL Cool J, but it did make them crossover favorites with rap fans.
I'll Make Love To You--After Whitney Houstons "I Will ALways Love You" surpassed "End Of The Road" for the #1 song of all time, Boyz II Men took their spot at the top of the all time charts back with this summer of 1994 smash that sat at #1 for 15 straight weeks on Billboards charts.
On Bended Knee--The follow up to "I'll Make LoVe To You" also went to # 1 on Billboards charts and enhanced the album "II" as Boyz II Mens biggest selling album.
Water Runs Dry--The "Boyz" explored accoustic R&B on this hit which was the follow up to "On Bended Knee" off of the "II" album.
One Sweet Day--This song now holds the top spot all time on Billboards charts. Boyz II Men and Mariah Carey were undoubtebly the two biggest selling artists of the 1990's, and its only fitting that their one duet stayed at #1 for an amazing 17 straight weeks.
Doin' Just Fine--I hate to say it but I have no idea why this song is even on a greatest hits CD, I think it would have been better replaced with "Thank You" or "I WIll Get There" or "Good Guy".
4 Seasons Of Lonliness--This song was the first single released from the "Evolution" CD and as of now is BOyz II Mens last #1 hit on Billboards Charts
Song For Mama--This is one of Boyz Ii Mens most beautiful songs ever. From the opening piano sequence to their unmatched vocal harmony, this song is what true R&B is all about.
Pass You By--This was supposed to be Boyz II Mens triumphant return, from the "Nathan, Michael, Shawn, Wanya" CD. However, it ended up being a bust and got very little radio play, however it does explore some deep harmonies and is one of Boyz II Mens best little played songs.

15 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Boyz II Men's finest!, February 25, 2002

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I. Allison (Sacramento, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Boyz II Men - Legacy: Greatest Hits Collection (Audio CD)

"Motownphilly" was the sound that introduced us to Boyz, other than their founder, Mike Bivins (of New Edition and BBD fame.) Their tight harmonies and unique sound made them THE ultimate quartet of the 90s (excluding Jodeci.) "It's So Hard..." was another song that showcased their harmonies best. This song was best used at funerals and the like. "End of the Road" was another song best known from the Boomerang soundtrack and also spent an amazing 13+ weeks at the top of the charts. "In Still Of the Night.." a nice cover of a classic. "Hey Lover" w/ LL Cool J was a hit for both-it appeared on Cool J's 1996 album "Mr Smith." "I'll Make Love..." was another big hit for the Boyz off their "II" album, as so was "On Bended Knee." "Water Runs Dry" was another single with a classical feel to it, graciously tuned by the sounds of the violin. "One Sweet Day" was a hit for them as well as Mariah, as it appears on her "#1's" album as well as here. "4 Seasons of Loneliness" appeared on their "Evolution" album, as did "A Song for Mama" which was first heard on the "Soul Food" soundtrack. Go and get this album, you will not be disappointed.

12 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Greatest Legacy, November 13, 2001

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F. Ashley (Puyallup, Washington) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Boyz II Men - Legacy: Greatest Hits Collection (Audio CD)

This is an absolute must-have for ANY Boyz II Men fan! It has (almost) all the hits (i.e.-End Of The Road; One Sweet Day; Bended Knee; Hey Lover; It's So Hard To Say Goodbye To Yesterday, etc.) that any Boyz II Men/R&B/music lover will love-guaranteed! Though their official website says there is 14 tracks, there's only 13, them being:

1. Motownphilly
2. It's So Hard To Say Goodbye To Yesterday
3. End Of The Road
4. In The Still Of The Nite (I'll Remember)
5. Hey Lover (w/LL Cool J)
6. I'll Make Love To You
7. On Bended Knee
8. Water Runs Dry
9. One Sweet Day (w/Mariah Carey)
10. Doin' Just Fine
11. 4 Seasons Of Loneliness
12. A Song For Mama
13. Pass You By

I recommend that any/everyone get this CD cause it is well-worth your money!!!