Faster Than the Speed of Night
Bonnie Tyler · 1983
43 min · 9 tracks · country · pop rock · soft rock
A powerful blend of soaring rock anthems and emotive ballads, led by Bonnie Tyler's unmistakable raspy vocals.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions dramatic mood shifts
- Context
- Released on April 8, 1983, "Faster Than the Speed of Night" was Bonnie Tyler's fifth studio album and marked her commercial peak following the success of her previous album, "Natural Force". This record solidified her place in the pop-rock landscape of the early '80s, showcasing a refined sound and high production values through collaboration with producer Jim Steinman.
- If you like
- country, pop rock, soft rock
Faster Than the Speed of Night is an album by Bonnie Tyler, released in 1983. A powerful blend of soaring rock anthems and emotive ballads, led by Bonnie Tyler's unmistakable raspy vocals. "Faster Than the Speed of Night" is notable for featuring the massive hit "Total Eclipse of the Heart", which topped charts worldwide and became one of Tyler's signature songs. The album reached No. 1 in several countries, including the UK, and significantly impacted the power ballad genre, influencing subsequent artists and soundtracks. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Faster Than the Speed of Night sound like?
A powerful blend of soaring rock anthems and emotive ballads, led by Bonnie Tyler's unmistakable raspy vocals. Rooted in country and pop rock.
What makes Faster Than the Speed of Night by Bonnie Tyler notable?
"Faster Than the Speed of Night" is notable for featuring the massive hit "Total Eclipse of the Heart", which topped charts worldwide and became one of Tyler's signature songs. The album reached No. 1 in several countries, including the UK, and significantly impacted the power ballad genre, influencing subsequent artists and soundtracks. Released on April 8, 1983, "Faster Than the Speed of Night" was Bonnie Tyler's fifth studio album and marked her commercial peak following the success of her previous album, "Natural Force". This record solidified her place in the pop-rock landscape of the early '80s, showcasing a refined sound and high production values through collaboration with producer Jim Steinman.
Who is Faster Than the Speed of Night for?
Faster Than the Speed of Night works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long, immersive listening sessions and dramatic mood shifts.
How many songs are on Faster Than the Speed of Night?
Faster Than the Speed of Night has 9 tracks, running approximately 43 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Have You Ever Seen the Rain? Standout 4:10
- 2 Faster Than the Speed of Night Standout 6:45
- 3 Getting So Excited 3:31
- 4 Total Eclipse of the Heart Standout 7:01
- 5 It’s a Jungle Out There 4:39
- 6 Goin’ Through the Motions 4:09
- 7 Tears 3:50
- 8 Take Me Back 5:23
- 9 Straight From the Heart 3:42
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