''Greatest Hits'' is a compilation of Billy Idol's most popular singles, released by

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in 2001. The album includes two additional tracks: a live recording of one of his most popular songs, "Rebel Yell" (this live version was recorded in 1993 and appeared as a b-side for the single "Speed" in 1994), plus a new version of Idol's longtime producer Keith Forsey's "

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". Although Forsey originally wrote the song with Idol in mind, Idol turned it down and eventually the song was given to

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who would go on to make it a worldwide hit in 1985. ''Greatest Hits'' was certified platinum by the

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Track listing

Charts

Weekly charts

Year-end charts

Certifications

References

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