The Buddy Holly Collection Songs Ranked

Memorial Collection is a 2009 compilation album of American singer–songwriter and rock and roll pioneer Buddy Holly’s master takes and hit singles, including some rare recordings. Along with Down the Line: Rarities, this album was released to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Holly’s death (February 3, 1959). In an interview with the Lubbock Avalanche-Journal, Holly’s eldest brother Larry Holley commented before hearing both this compilation and Down the Line: Rarities, “María [Elena Holly] told me I was definitely going to just break down and cry when I hear all these CDs, because they’ve cleaned them (the songs) all up and Buddy’s music never has come across so pure before.” Here are all of The Buddy Holly Collection songs ranked.

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10. What to Do

“There are a lot of tracks on this two disc collection, yet not a single dud… BUDDY always surprises, not just with his natural songwriting ability, but also with his remarkably presaging productions and wonderful song selections !! No one who loves music will be bored or sorry with this superb collection.”

9. Crying, Waiting, Hoping

“Buddy Holly is the best early pioneer of rock music with no equal. If you have ever loved his music you will love this cd collection of 2 cd’s which has 25 of his songs on each cd. “

8. True Love Ways

“If you like rock, country, blues, or Rock-A-Billy this cd is a must have in your collection. Sit back and listen to all the songs that influenced so many others. A true musical pioneer.”

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7. It’s So Easy

“This collection has so many songs that he made popular in his short career. It also has many songs that I absolutely love but did not even know they had ever been released. This is like the ultimate CD for any Buddy Holly fan!”

6. Think It Over

“Buddy Holly’s influence on rock ‘n’ roll cannot be measured by chart success (he had only three top ten singles) nor by a lengthy recording career (only three years: his first Decca single “Blue Days” was recorded April 1956 and his final New York apartment recordings were done January 1959–days before the fatal Feb. 3 plane crash).”

5. Fool’s Paradise

“My other music reviews span lots of styles, and I’m a death metal fan, so it weirds out the people in the office when Buddy Holly gets two hours of airplay. Too bad folks, this is the first real rocker in history.”

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4. Rock Me My Baby

“What I like about Buddy Holly is that often found the perfect mix between pop and rock. Holly is not the best singer that ever was, but what makes his performance unique is his heartfelt and honest passionate singing.”

3. You’ve Got Love

“You can’t go through a 50’s phase without buying some Buddy Holly. If you don’t know what to get, like me, this compilation seems pretty good. 50 classic songs by one of the rock n roll masters. A great listen whenever you’re feeling like some 50’s love.”

2. I’m Lookin’ for Someone to Love

“This man was a very prolific and talented song writer and guitarist Holly was one of the “founding fathers” of rock n’ roll who only recorded for 3 years before his untimely death in 1959.”

1. Brown Eyed Handsome Man

“Where to start with this one…well I guess the best way to put it is this compilation effectively shows off Buddy’s singing talents and songwriting talents. There are so many gems here, I don’t know where to start. This album lasted me so long, just listening to it on shuffle on and off for almost an entire summer. This is, imo the best place to start with Buddy.”