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The Greatest (other)
The Greatest may refer to: Film and television * ''The Greatest'' (1977 film), a 1977 film starring Muhammad Ali * ''The Greatest'' (2009 film), a 2009 film featuring Pierce Brosnan and Susan Sarandon * ''The Greatest'' (VH1 TV series), a VH1 series of countdowns * The Greatest (upcoming TV series), an upcoming television series biopic of Muhammad Ali * The Greatest @Home Videos, a CBS video clip show * "The Greatest", a 2013 ''Wander Over Yonder'' episode Music * ''The Greatest!! Count Basie Plays, Joe Williams Sings Standards'', 1956 * ''The Greatest'' (Ian Brown album), 2005 * ''The Greatest'' (Phunk Junkeez album), 2010 * ''The Greatest'' (Cat Power album), 2006 * ''The Greatest'' (Diana Ross album), 2011 * "The Greatest" (Lana Del Rey song), 2019 * "The Greatest" (Kenny Rogers song), 1999 * "The Greatest" (Sia song), 2016 * "The Greatest" (Six60 song), 2019 * "The Greatest" (Rod Wave song), 2020 * "The Greatest" (Michelle Williams song), 2008 * "The Greatest, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Greatest (1977 Film)
''The Greatest'' is a 1977 biographical sports film about the life of boxer Muhammad Ali, in which Ali plays himself. It was directed by Tom Gries. The film follows Ali's life from the 1960 Summer Olympics to his regaining the heavyweight crown from George Foreman in their famous " Rumble in the Jungle" fight in 1974. The film consists largely of archival footage of Ali's boxing matches used in the screenplay. The film is based on the book '' The Greatest: My Own Story'' written by Muhammad Ali and Richard Durham and edited by Toni Morrison. The song "The Greatest Love of All" was written for this film by Michael Masser (music) and Linda Creed (lyrics), and sung by George Benson; it was later covered and made a Billboard Hot 100 #1 single by Whitney Houston. Plot The story of Cassius Clay, who became heavyweight champion as Muhammad Ali. Tracing his rise from his Olympic gold medal as a light-heavyweight at Rome in 1960, his conversion to Islam, his refusal to serve in the V ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Greatest (Lana Del Rey Song)
"The Greatest" is a song by American singer-songwriter Lana Del Rey, taken from her sixth studio album, ''Norman Fucking Rockwell!'' (2019). She wrote and produced it with Jack Antonoff. The song was released for Music download, digital download as a joint Promotional recording, promotional single with "Fuck It I Love You (Lana Del Rey song), Fuck It I Love You" on August 22, 2019, by Interscope Records, Interscope and Polydor Records. An accompanying "double feature" music video with the two was also released. Universal Music Group sent "The Greatest" to Italian radio on September 13, 2019, as the fifth Single (music), single from the album. Writing and composition The track was written and produced by Del Rey and Jack Antonoff. Lyrically, Del Rey sings about missing the "good old days" in her relationship and the world in general, but further expressing frustrations with how the world has changed: "The culture is lit, and if this is it‚ I had a ball/I guess that I'm burned o ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Muhammad Ali
Muhammad Ali (; born Cassius Marcellus Clay Jr.; January 17, 1942 – June 3, 2016) was an American professional boxer and social activist. A global cultural icon, widely known by the nickname "The Greatest", he is often regarded as the greatest heavyweight boxer of all time. He held the ''The Ring (magazine), Ring'' magazine heavyweight title from 1964 to 1970, was the undisputed champion from 1974 to 1978, and was the World Boxing Association, WBA and ''Ring'' heavyweight champion from 1978 to 1979. In 1999, he was named Sports Illustrated#Sportsman of the Century, Sportsman of the Century by ''Sports Illustrated'' and the BBC Sports Personality of the Year#Sports Personality of the Century Award, Sports Personality of the Century by the BBC. Born in Louisville, Kentucky, he began training as an amateur boxer at age 12. At 18, he won a gold medal in the light heavyweight division at the 1960 Summer Olympics and turned professional later that year. He joined the Nation of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Greatest X
''The Greatest X'' (pronounced as "The Greatest Unknown") is the tenth studio album by American hip hop recording artist Reks. It was released on September 9, 2016, by Brick Records. The album features guest appearances from artists such as Termanology, Jared Evan, Edo G, R.A. the Rugged Man, Planet Asia and Guilty Simpson, among others. The album's production was handled by several producers, including Large Professor, The Alchemist, Nottz, Buckwild, Black Milk, Apollo Brown, Statik Selektah Patrick Owen Baril (born January 23, 1982), professionally known as Statik Selektah, is an American record producer, disc jockey (DJ) and radio personality originally from the Boston, Massachusetts area. He is also the founder of Showoff Records ... and The Audible Doctor. Track listing References {{DEFAULTSORT:Greatest X 2016 albums Reks albums Albums produced by the Alchemist (musician) Albums produced by Apollo Brown Albums produced by Black Milk Albums p ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hit Me Hard And Soft
''Hit Me Hard and Soft'' is the third studio album by American singer-songwriter Billie Eilish, released on May 17, 2024, through Darkroom and Interscope Records. It is her first full-length album release since 2021's ''Happier Than Ever''. Eilish co-wrote ''Hit Me Hard and Soft'' with her brother and frequent collaborator Finneas O'Connell, who also produced the album. Stylistically, it has been labeled as an alt-pop and bedroom pop record. Upon release, ''Hit Me Hard and Soft'' received universal acclaim from critics, praising the production, songwriting, and vocal performances. It topped the charts in over 20 countries, including Australia, Canada, Germany, Ireland, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom. In the United States, ''Hit Me Hard and Soft'' debuted at number two on the ''Billboard'' 200, and charted all 10 of its songs in the top 40 of the ''Billboard'' Hot 100. The track "Lunch" was released as the lead single concurrently. " Birds of a Feather" was released as the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Greatest (Michelle Williams Song)
"The Greatest" is a ballad recorded by American singer-songwriter Michelle Williams. It was co-written by Jim Jonsin and Rico Love, and produced by Jim Jonsin for Williams' third studio album '' Unexpected'' (2008). The song was released as the album's second single in September 2008. It was listed at number thirty-nine on ''Billboard''s decade-end (2000–2009) Hot Dance Club Songs chart, one place behind " Lose My Breath", which Williams recorded as a member of Destiny's Child five years prior. Background and composition The song was sent to radio stations on August 25, 2008. The track was also officially released and available to purchase September 9, 2008. The song gained more recognition after being used in the movie '' Noah's Arc: Jumping The Broom''. Michelle performed the song on Fox Light, ''Jimmy Kimmel Live!'' and AOL Sessions. ''The Greatest'' is a "pop ballad". Written by Rico Love and James Scheffer (better known as Jim Jonsin) and also produced by Scheffer, it ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Greatest (Rod Wave Song)
"The Greatest" is a song by American rapper Rod Wave Rodarius Marcell Green (born August 27, 1998), known professionally as Rod Wave, is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter. Signed to Alamo Records, Green is known for his strong voice and incorporation of hip hop music, hip hop and Contempor ..., released on April 1, 2020, as the fifth single from his second studio album '' Pray 4 Love'' (2020). Composition In the song, Rod Wave reflects on his struggles in the past, and celebrates his newfound fame. He transitions to his melodic singing voice in the bridge, in which he sings about brighter days coming in his life, and the outro, in which he touches on the impact of his music on his fans. Music video The music video was directed by All The Smoke. It contains footage of Rod Wave performing at a concert and interacting with fans. Charts Certifications References {{DEFAULTSORT:Greatest 2020 singles 2020 songs Rod Wave songs Songs written by Rod Wave ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Greatest (Six60 Song)
"The Greatest" is a song by New Zealand band Six60, released as the lead single from their third album ''Six60'' in July 2019. The song was a commercial success, becoming triple Platinum certified in New Zealand. In 2023, a new Māori language version of the song, "Te Taumata", was used as the theme song for the 2023 Te Matatini kapa haka festival. Background and composition The song was written and produced by the band in collaboration with American music producer Malay, and was one of the first songs the group wrote together with Malay. The song was inspired by a 1964 photo of British band the Beatles meeting boxer Muhammad Ali. The band wanted to create a song expressing how they wanted to continue to strive to be better musicians and people. The song was not one of the first tracks recorded during the album's recording sessions, but after its creation became the song that expressed the energy of what they wanted to achieve for their 2019 album. The single artwork is an ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Greatest (Sia Song)
"The Greatest" is a song recorded by Australian singer and songwriter Sia for the deluxe edition of her seventh studio album, ''This Is Acting'' (2016). Being made available for music download, digital download as the album's third single on 6 September 2016 through Monkey Puzzle and RCA Records, the single version of "The Greatest" features a verse from American rapper Kendrick Lamar. The electropop song was written by Sia, Greg Kurstin, Lamar, and Blair MacKichan, with production handled by Kurstin. The solo version was written by the former three only. An accompanying music video for the single was filmed by Sia and Daniel Askill, and features American dancer Maddie Ziegler surrounded by 48 different young people. Although the singer has not provided an interpretation of the video's plot, numerous media outlets have perceived it as a tribute to the 49 victims of the Pulse nightclub shooting, Orlando nightclub shooting. Commercially, "The Greatest" reached the top five in seve ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Greatest (Kenny Rogers Song)
"The Greatest" is a song written by Don Schlitz, and recorded by American country music artist Kenny Rogers. It was released in April 1999 as the first single from the album '' She Rides Wild Horses''. The song reached No. 26 on the ''Billboard'' Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart. Content In the song, a little boy is outside playing baseball by himself, saying, "I'm the greatest player," and tosses the ball up in the air to hit the ball and swings and misses. The boy repeats this two more times. As his mother calls him inside for supper, the undeterred boy, in a twist ending, reveals his position—pitcher In baseball, the pitcher is the player who throws ("Pitch (baseball), pitches") the Baseball (ball), baseball from the pitcher's mound toward the catcher to begin each play, with the goal of out (baseball), retiring a batter (baseball), batter, ...—and thus by earning a strikeout, he is still the greatest. In another twist, the young boy in the song's video is Eli Bishop ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Greatest (Diana Ross Album)
''The Greatest'' is a 2011 compilation album by American singer Diana Ross and includes both her solo and Supremes material as well as duets with Lionel Richie, Rod Stewart, Michael Jackson, Ray Charles and Marvin Gaye. The album reached number 24 in the UK and was eventually awarded a BPI Gold disc for sales of over 100,000 copies. Track listing Disc 1 # "I'm Coming Out" # "Muscles" # "Ain't No Mountain High Enough" # " Why Do Fools Fall in Love" # " If We Hold on Together" # " Love Child" – Diana Ross & The Supremes # " Remember Me" # "When You Tell Me That You Love Me" # "Chain Reaction" # " Touch Me in the Morning" # "It's My House" # " The Boss" # "Last Time I Saw Him" # "My Old Piano" # "Love Hangover" # " Work That Body" # " Endless Love" – Lionel Richie, Diana Ross # "Baby Love" – The Supremes # "Ease on Down the Road" #1 – Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, Quincy Jones # "Stop, Look, Listen (To Your Heart)" – Diana Ross, Marvin Gaye # "Come See About Me" – ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Greatest (2009 Film)
''The Greatest'' is a 2009 American drama film written and directed by Shana Feste in her directorial debut, and starring Pierce Brosnan, Susan Sarandon, Carey Mulligan, and Michael Shannon. Plot Eighteen-year-old Bennett Brewer and Rose have sex together, the only time either of them have ever done so. When Bennett is killed when a truck crashes into his car while he is parked in the middle of the road at night, his family feel like they cannot go on. His mother Grace and his father Allen get an unexpected visitor knocking at their door; it turns out to be Rose, who is pregnant with Bennett's child. As the story develops, Bennett's younger brother Ryan is introduced and he is grieving the fact he did not say a final good bye to his brother. One sees the true relationships of the family as the story comes together, Grace waits at the bed of Jordan Walker, the man driving the truck which collided with Bennett's car in the crash. She is waiting for him to wake so she can ask him wha ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
