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Otis Redding
The essential Otis Redding records, ranked — where to start and what to reach for next.
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1Otis BlueOtis ReddingStart here
Otis Blue
Recorded in a single marathon session, it captures Redding's raw, generous soul at its peak, covers and originals alike. Urgent and deeply felt. Essential 1960s soul.
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2The Dock of the BayOtis ReddingClassic
The Dock of the Bay
A posthumous peak built around its timeless title song. Soulful and beloved. A high point.
Essential Otis Redding tracks
- I've Been Loving You Too Long from Otis Blue · on Best Songs of the 1960s
- (Sittin' On) The Dock of the Bay from The Dock of the Bay · on Best Soul & R&B Songs of All Time
Tracks we've featured in our best-of lists — tap a title to find it on Amazon Music.