Hot Chocolate - Simply The Best

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Review by Cynthia Bonca

Album Review: Simply The Best by Hot Chocolate – A Soulful Journey Through Time Released in 2004, Simply The Best by Hot Chocolate is a compilation that doesn’t just rely on nostalgia; it delivers the funk, soul, and disco vibes that made this European band legendary. Under the Disky label and with design credits to Studio Eric Wondergem BNO, this album feels like flipping through an old photo album of hits you didn’t know you missed. Sure, some tracks are familiar classics, but others hit you with that “Oh yeah!” moment when you realize how timeless they still are. Let’s dive into two standout tracks that really stuck with me: First up, "You Sexy Thing." How could it not? This song’s got legs—still kicking after all these years. It’s one of those rare tunes where the groove grabs you by the collar and refuses to let go. The bassline slinks along so smoothly, it’s almost criminal. And that chorus? Pure sing-along gold. Whether you’re at a wedding or stuck in traffic, this track has a way of making everything feel lighter. Honestly, if I had to pick one reason people keep coming back to Hot Chocolate, this might be it. Then there’s "Every 1’s A Winner," which feels like a pep talk wrapped in shiny disco foil. The energy here is infectious—it makes you wanna strut around like you own the place. There’s something about the horn section and Errol Brown’s vocals that blend perfectly, creating this big, bold sound that screams confidence. When life gets chaotic, this song reminds you to hold your head high. Plus, who can resist dancing to its funky rhythm? What strikes me most about Simply The Best isn’t just the music itself—it’s how seamless it flows between genres. One minute you’re vibing to smooth soul, and the next, you’re caught up in a full-blown disco fever dream. Tracks like "Brother Louie" and "So You Win Again" add layers of depth, showing off Hot Chocolate’s versatility without ever losing their signature charm. But here’s the thing: listening to this album feels like rediscovering an old friend. You remember why you loved them, but you also notice little details you hadn’t before. Like, did anyone else catch how tight the backing harmonies are on "Emma"? Or how "Heaven Is In The Back Seat Of My Cadillac" manages to be both cheeky and heartfelt? In the end, Simply The Best isn’t trying to reinvent the wheel—it’s celebrating what already worked. And honestly, sometimes that’s exactly what we need. As someone once said, “If it ain’t broke…” Well, you get the idea. But hey, fun fact: Did you know Hot Chocolate holds the record for the longest streak of UK chart hits? Yeah, even longer than The Beatles. Chew on that for a sec. So whether you’re reliving the glory days or hearing these songs for the first time, this album proves good music never truly goes out of style. Now excuse me while I go spin "You Sexy Thing" one more time… or five.

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Artist: Hot Chocolate
Album: Simply The Best
Rating: 5.0

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Cheri Babe2:55
So You Win Again4:29
I Want To Be Free2:48
You'll Always Be A Friend3:27
Heaven Is In The Back Seat Of My Cadillac5:11
Let Them Be The Judge3:22
Love Is A Good Thing3:53
Are You Getting Enough Of What Makes You Happy?4:12
The Power Of Love3:20
Put Your Love In Me5:41
Friend Of Mine3:36
I Believe (In Love)3:52
Love Is Life3:38
Sugar Daddy5:26
No Doubt About It4:24
Every 1's A Winner4:01
Walking On The Moon5:27
I Gave You My Heart (Didn't I)3:39
Emotion Explosion3:59
Cicero Park4:41
You Could've Been A Lady3:49
Lay Me Down Nice An' Easy3:24
Emma3:50
No Tears3:46
Could Have Been Born In The Ghetto5:48
You Sexy Thing3:55
It Started With A Kiss4:02
Stay With Me4:05
Mystery3:45
Losing You4:16
Chances4:00
Disco Queen3:10
Man To Man4:27
The Girl's A Fox3:37
Makin' Music3:46
Brother Louie4:58

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Catalog Numbers

DO 901966

Labels

Disky

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Formats

  • 2 × CD
  • Compilation

Companies

RoleCompany
Phonographic Copyright (p)Disky Communications Europe B.V.
Copyright (c)Disky Communications Europe B.V.
Licensed FromEMI
Marketed ByDisky Communications Europe B.V.
Distributed ByDisky Communications Europe B.V.
Pressed ByGZ Digital Media

Credits

RoleCredit
DesignStudio Eric Wondergem BNO

Notes

  • Slipcased 2CD jewel case.
  • Printed in EU.

Barcodes

  • Barcode: 8711539019662
  • Matrix / Runout (CD 1): P83124 DO 901966 CD1
  • Matrix / Runout (CD 2): P83141 DO 901966 CD2
  • Mastering SID Code (CD 1 & CD 2): IFPI LD02
  • Mould SID Code (CD 1 & CD 2): IFPI 5J33
  • Rights Society: BIEM / STEMRA
  • Label Code: LC 11955

About Hot Chocolate

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Hot Chocolate formed in Brixton, London, England. Members of the group around Errol Brown included Tony Connor, Larry Ferguson, Harvey Hinsley, Derek Lewis, Pat Olive and Tony Wilson. In 1969 while demoing a slight reggae version of the John Lennon song "Give Peace A Chance" with a group of friends, Errol Brown changed the lyrics of the number but he was informed that he could not change Lennon's song without his permission! So a copy of the demo was sent to the Beatles record label, 'Apple', with fingers crossed. John Lennon loved the version and it was released on the 'Apple' label. Errol and his friends were given the name, 'The Hot Chocolate Band', a name thought up by a secretary at the company but which the band later changed to 'Hot Chocolate'. Towards the end of 1969 Mickie Most signed Errol and the cofounder of the group, Tony Wilson as writers and recorded their songs with Mary Hopkins, Julie Felix and Herman's Hermits before encouraging them to come up with a song for themselves. In 1970 'Hot Chocolate', with Errol Brown as lead singer released their first record entitled, "Love Is Life" which reached number 6 in the charts. This was the start of a fifteen year career for the group who amassed a total of over 30 hits and also became the only group in the UK to have a hit for fifteen consecutive years. Brown's bald headed charismatic image and unique voice being the central focus of the group along with a great song writing talent that saw him pen such pop classics as, "It Started With A Kiss

Name Vars

  • Chocolat
  • Chocolate
  • Chot Chocolate
  • Hoot Chocolate
  • Hot Chocolade
  • Hot Chocolat
  • Hot Chocolate Band
  • Hotchocolate
  • Хот Чоколит
  • Хот Чокълит
  • ÛÃÈÁç³ìüÈ
  • ÛÃÈûÁç³ìüÈ

Members

  • Errol Brown
  • Tony Wilson
  • Tony Connor
  • Patrick Olive
  • Harvey Hinsley
  • Larry Ferguson
  • Derek Lewis
  • Greg Bannis

Interesting fact about Album

Hot Chocolate's *Simply The Best* album is a treasure trove of soul, funk, and disco vibes. Released in 2004, it’s a European release under the Disky label. What’s cool? The design was handled by Studio Eric Wondergem BNO. And get this—it packs a punch with tracks like "You Sexy Thing" and "Every 1’s A Winner." If you’re into feel-good music, this one’s got all the hits to keep you grooving.