Phil Collins — The Solo Years | Greatest Songs

Phil Collins — The Solo Years | Greatest Songs 🔔 Subscribe to Painted Black channel: https://bit.ly/3PgBz4e Experience the definitive collection of Phil Collins’ legendary solo career, spanning from his haunting 1981 debut to his chart-topping global anthems. This deep dive explores the evolution of a drummer-turned-frontman who defined the sound of the 1980s through innovative production and raw emotional songwriting. Journey through the hits that made Collins a multi-platinum icon and a staple of rock and pop history. 🎤 Phil Collins 🎸 Daryl Stuermer 🎸 Leland Sklar, Nathan East 🥁 Chester Thompson, Ricky Lawson 🎹 Greg Phillinganes, Brad Cole 🎷 The Phenix Horns 📅 1981 - 1996 Phil Collins achieved seven number-one singles on the Billboard Hot 100 during his solo career. His 1985 album No Jacket Required earned a Diamond certification from the RIAA for over 12 million copies sold in the United States alone. He remains one of only three recording artists, alongside Paul McCartney and Michael Jackson, who have sold over 100 million albums worldwide both as solo artists and separately as principal members of a band. Did You Know? • Phil Collins famously performed at both the London and Philadelphia Live Aid concerts on July 13, 1985, by flying across the Atlantic on a Concorde jet. • The iconic gated reverb drum sound on In the Air Tonight was discovered by accident during a recording session with Peter Gabriel and producer Hugh Padgham. • Beyond his pop success, Collins won an Academy Award for Best Original Song in 1999 for his work on the Disney animated feature Tarzan. Painted Black explores the history and evolution of rock music. From defining albums to overlooked cuts, this channel explores the artists, eras, and cultural shifts that shaped the genre, featuring voices like Fleetwood Mac, Black Sabbath, , Crosby Stills Nash & Young, David Bowie, and more. Expect deep dives into iconic records, hidden gems that deserve a second look, artist spotlights, and explorations of the movements that defined each era. Every video is designed to feel like a feature story you can listen to. Think of it like a music magazine you don’t have to read. On this channel, you’ll find: Artist-focused compilations and essential tracks Era-defining sounds and movements Deep dives into legendary catalogs = Curated selections with a point of view From the rise of arena rock to the birth of post-punk, from chart-toppers to overlooked classics — Painted Black is about context, perspective, and the stories behind the sound. Press play, and step into the music. 00:00:00 In the Air Tonight 00:05:36 Against All Odds 00:10:40 One More Night 00:15:32 Sussudio 00:19:56 You Can't Hurry Love 00:22:50 I Don't Care Anymore 00:27:56 Don't Lose My Number 00:32:45 Easy Lover 00:37:49 Take Me Home 00:43:40 A Groovy Kind of Love 00:47:10 Two Hearts 00:50:35 Separate Lives 00:54:43 Another Day in Paradise 01:00:05 I Wish It Would Rain Down 01:05:33 Both Sides of the Story 01:12:15 Dance into the Light 01:16:39 Something Happened on the Way to Heaven 01:21:31 True Colors 01:26:05 You'll Be in My Heart #PhilCollins #RockHistory #80sMusic #ClassicRock #PaintedBlack