Beatitude cover

Beatitude

Ric Ocasek · 1982

45 min · 10 tracks · pop music

A blend of new wave pop with electronic textures and Ric Ocasek's distinctive vocal flair.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • gradual builds and payoffs
  • immersive listening sessions
  • wave-like pacing experience

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in early 1982, 'Beatitude' was Ric Ocasek's second solo album following his success with The Cars. At this point in his career, Ocasek was transitioning from the band’s mainstream acclaim to carving out a solo identity, experimenting with sounds that would shape his artistic vision moving forward.
Stylistic neighbors
The Cars· David Bowie· Talking Heads

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Jimmy Jimmy 4:57
  • 2 Something to Grab For 3:43
  • 3 Prove 3:56
  • 4 I Can't Wait 3:43
  • 5 Connect Up to Me 7:37
  • 6 A Quick One 3:37
  • 7 Out of Control 4:41
  • 8 Take a Walk 4:38
  • 9 Sneak Attack 3:55
  • 10 Time Bomb 5:03

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