The Anthology: 1947–1972

The Anthology: 1947–1972
Greatest hits album by
ReleasedAugust 28, 2001 (2001-08-28)
RecordedApril 1948  March 1972
GenreChicago blues
Length147:24
LabelChess/MCA
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The Penguin Guide to Blues Recordings

The Anthology: 1947–1972 is a double compilation album by Chicago blues singer and guitarist Muddy Waters. It contains many of his best-known songs, including his R&B single chart hits "I'm Your Hoochie Coochie Man", "Just Make Love to Me (I Just Want to Make Love to You)", and "I'm Ready". Chess and MCA Records released the set on August 28, 2001.