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📷 Columbia Records · Public domain

▸ Artist · 1970–1990

Chicago

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Formed1967OriginUnited StatesGenrejazz, soft rock, pop rockLabelWarner Bros. Records, Columbia RecordsMembersTerry Kath, Peter Cetera, Robert Lamm, James Pankow

Chicago is an American rock band that has been active since 1967, blending jazz, soft rock, pop rock, and jazz fusion. With a signature sound characterized by brass arrangements and rich harmonies, they’ve delivered memorable hits like "Make Me Smile," "25 or 6 to 4," and "If You Leave Me Now." Key members Terry Kath, Peter Cetera, Robert Lamm, and James Pankow brought a unique mix of musical influences into the band’s catalog, which includes classics like "Colour My World," "Saturday In the Park," and "Feelin' Stronger Every Day." Their music captures the spirit of a time when rock was expanding its boundaries, making it a staple for any retro playlist.

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25 or 6 to 4
Chicago1970
Make Me Smile
Chicago1970
Colour My World
Chicago1971
Saturday In the Park
Chicago1972
Feelin' Stronger Every Day
Chicago1973
(I've Been) Searchin' So Long
Chicago1974
Call On Me
Chicago1974
If You Leave Me Now
Chicago1976
Hard to Say I'm Sorry
Chicago1982
Hard Habit to Break
Chicago1984
You're the Inspiration
Chicago1985
Will You Still Love Me?
Chicago1987
I Don't Wanna Live Without Your Love
Chicago1988
What Kind of Man Would I Be?
Chicago1990

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