It was easy to foresee that few would be terribly interested in his greatest hits package, as it's #77 U.S. Chart debut showed. As far as Jagger solo collections go however, this is almost as good as it gets. Add a great DVD, and it becomes a must-have for any Jagger fan.

Unlike the Bigger Bang CD/DVD set, which simply added an unspectacular DVD to an identical CD originally released months earlier, this special edition is what it claims. This bonus DVD is excellent and the CD is indeed a special edition as it has a unique catalog number and slightly alternate text on the top-side. Since both editions were released at the same time, it made for fan-friendly options.

In the CD, *Visions of Paradise*, his U.K. #43 single with Rob Thomas, is most noticeably absent. Only three (3) of his singles since 1985 have charted higher in the U.K. Another more surprising snub, though not entirely without an excuse, was the major hit *State of Shock* (U.S. #3), a 1984 collaboration with the Jacksons. His 1986 motion picture title track *Ruthless People* (U.S. #51), originally included in the soundtrack CD no longer in print, failed to make an appearance as well. Such exclusions however do not help promote sales of his studio album releases, by which hits packages are intended. Unless his label is attempting to sell the unbelievable idea that a volume 2 solo best of will be released, such omissions are surprising.

This still leaves plenty to enjoy with a sprinkle from all five (5) of Jagger's solo albums from 1985-2004, two separate collaborative works, his 2004 Golden Globe®-winning soundtrack single, and three bonus tracks.

Two attractive and unique selections include *Charmed Life* (with it's strongly familiar bass-line) and the John Lennon-produced gem *Too Many Cooks (spoil the soup)* from 1974.

It would strongly benefit seasoned fans to purchase this 2-disc [CD/DVD] limited edition set instead. The bonus DVD includes a lengthy interview, several music videos, and a wonderful 1978 Saturday Night Live performance by Peter Tosh which featured Jagger. Twice the price, but worth it.

The songs included in this set are all good and the videos are cool, especially the Jagger/Tosh SNL apperance, but I would have included the songs, Lonely At The Top from She's The Boss, and Throwaway from Primitive Cool.

For anyone who is a Stone's fan this CD is a must. It truly is the 'Very Best of Mick Jagger'.

Excellente compilation, avec en plus un interview (non sous-titré en français, de là la perte d'une étoile), Tous les videos de Mick y sont...

Let's see:

"Put me in the trash" has been remixed, and very much not for the better.

"Walk and don't look back" has had most of Peter Tosh's part cut out, and been extended with too many choruses to make up for it.

"Lucky in Love" has had close to a minute cut, in one place quite clumsily, for unknown and cringe-inducing reasons.

Then we have "God gave me everything" and "Joy," with Mick prattling on about good old Jehovah and Jesus. Guess he hasn't read his Christopher Hitchens.

Stick with the original albums, and ignore this "Very best," or maybe wait for just the "best."