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Eric Carmen

Eric Carmen · 1984

38 min · 10 tracks · pop rock · power pop

Melodic power pop intertwines with heartfelt ballads, showcasing emotional vulnerability through lush arrangements.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • heartfelt ballads for emotional release
  • steady pacing for reflective moments
  • melodic flow during quiet evenings
  • nostalgic themes of love lost

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy party tracks
  • prefer instant gratification over depth

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1984, this self-titled album was Eric Carmen's third solo effort following his successful 1975 debut 'Eric Carmen' and the subsequent 'Boat on the River' in 1978. At this time, Carmen was transitioning from his days with The Raspberries into a solo career, refining his sound and songwriting prowess while aiming to capture mainstream pop audiences.
Stylistic neighbors
Raspberries· Todd Rundgren· The Cars

Tracklist

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

  • 1 I Wanna Hear It From Your Lips 3:18
  • 2 I’m Through With Love 4:04
  • 3 American as Apple Pie 3:47
  • 4 Living Without Your Love 4:07
  • 5 Come Back to My Love 3:39
  • 6 She Remembered 4:32
  • 7 You Took Me All the Way 3:36
  • 8 Maybe My Baby 3:39
  • 9 Spotlight 4:13
  • 10 The Way We Used to Be 3:17

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