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Released in November 2001, The Cure's Greatest Hits serves as both a comprehensive retrospective of the band’s commercial peak and a final contractual obligation to Fiction Records
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- What it is: A 2001 compilation of The Cure’s singles from 1979–2001, compiled and (largely) selected by Robert Smith. Includes two new songs, “Cut Here” and “Just Say Yes.” Some editions shipped with a bonus Acoustic Hits disc (re-recorded acoustic versions).
- Typical tracklist (international / North American CD): "Boys Don't Cry", "A Forest", "Let's Go to Bed", "The Walk" (varies by edition), "The Lovecats", "In Between Days", "Close to Me", "Why Can't I Be You?", "Just Like Heaven", "Lullaby", "Lovesong", "Pictures of You", "Never Enough", "High", "Friday I'm in Love", "Mint Car", "Wrong Number", "Cut Here", "Just Say Yes".
- Sound/masters: Songs were newly remastered for the collection (Tim Young at Metropolis Mastering). FLAC rips from an original 2001 CD will reflect those remasters; higher-resolution FLAC sources (remasters, vinyl transfers, or later reissues) may differ in loudness, EQ, and dynamic range.
- Editions & differences: Regional editions (UK vs. international vs. Japanese) swap a few tracks; first-press bundles sometimes include the Acoustic Hits bonus disc; there are numerous reissues, vinyl pressings, and Record Store Day special editions.
- Buying/ripping notes: For best FLAC quality, prefer a lossless rip of an original first-run CD or an authorized high-res reissue; check release notes on Discogs for pressing/matrix details. Beware of low-quality unofficial/bootleg releases labeled “FLAC soup” — verify source and rip provenance.
- Quick listening recommendation: If you want the canonical 2001 compilation experience, use a verified lossless rip of the Elektra/Polydor/Fiction 2001 release; if you want different sonics, seek the Acoustic Hits bonus disc or later remastered/reissued pressings.
- "Lovesong"
- "Just Like Heaven"
- "Friday I'm in Love"
- "Disintegration"
- "Bela Lugosi's Dead"
- "The Same Deep Water As You"
- "The End of the World"
- "The Kiss"
- "Pictures of You"
- "Push"
- "The Baby Screams"
- "Close to Me"
- "A Forest"
- "The Figurehead"
- "Hungry and Wired"
- "Going Down"
Dynamic Range:
Robert Smith’s production often involves layers of shimmering guitars, deep melodic basslines (Simon Gallup’s signature sound), and intricate synth washes. Lossy formats like MP3 compress these, making the sound "muddy." Released in November 2001, The Cure's Greatest Hits
The Cure: Greatest Hits
If you are looking for the definitive way to experience Robert Smith’s gloom-pop masterpieces, the 2001 compilation in FLAC format is the gold standard. While streaming is convenient, audiophiles know that a high-bitrate, lossless file is the only way to capture the swirling textures of "Lovesong" or the jagged urgency of "Friday I'm in Love." Why the 2001 Collection Stands Out What it is: A 2001 compilation of The
Greatest Hits DVD
In tandem with the album, a was released featuring the music videos for all 18 tracks plus "Acoustic Hits" sessions for select songs. The album's packaging, often designed by Stylorouge , frequently includes a comprehensive discography card for long-time collectors. Just Say Yes
Track 3:
"Lovesong" – The waveforms looked like jagged mountain ranges.