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A posthumous peak built around its timeless title song. Soulful and beloved. A high point. Released in 1968, it's one of Otis Redding's later high points.
On vinyl: Original pressings are collector's territory now, so most listeners reach for a well-reviewed reissue.
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Tracks from this album on our lists
- (Sittin' On) The Dock of the Bay on Best Soul & R&B Songs of All Time
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More from Otis Redding — where to go next
If you have The Dock of the Bay, these are the Otis Redding records worth reaching for next.
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Otis Blue1965 · Soul & R&BStart here
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The Dock of the Bay1968 · you're viewing this oneClassic
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