The Definitive Collection (Ernest Tubb album)

The Definitive Collection is a compilation album by country music artist Ernest Tubb, released by MCA Records. It is generally considered a comprehensive overview of Tubb's most significant recordings and hits from his long and influential career. The album typically spans his time on the Decca Records label (later MCA), encompassing recordings from the 1940s through the 1970s.

The album's track listing usually includes Tubb's signature songs such as "Walking the Floor Over You," "Waltz Across Texas," "Thanks a Lot," "Half a Mind," and "Warm Red Wine." It showcases Tubb's distinctive vocal style and his contributions to honky-tonk and traditional country music.

The Definitive Collection aims to present a curated selection of Tubb's best-known and most enduring songs, making it an accessible entry point for listeners unfamiliar with his work and a valuable resource for longtime fans. It serves as a document of his impact on country music history and highlights his status as a legend in the genre. Liner notes within the album often provide biographical information and historical context for the songs.