The Best of the Classic Years
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| The Best of the Classic Years | |
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| Compilation album by | |
| Released | 2003 |
| Recorded | 1969–1974 |
| Genre | Jùjú, African pop |
| Label | Shanachie[1] |
The Best of the Classic Years is a compilation album by the Nigerian musician King Sunny Adé.[2] It was released by Shanachie in 2003.[3] The album showcases Adé's rawer pre-Island Records sound.[4][5]
The compilation compiles material recorded between 1969 and 1974 for the Nigerian market.[6] The 1974 hit "Synchro System" was re-recorded by Adé for his 1983 album of the same name.[6] The album was compiled by Randall Grass.[7]
