Goodnight Vienna
Ringo Starr · 1974
45 min · 14 tracks · pop rock
A playful blend of upbeat pop melodies and introspective ballads showcasing Ringo Starr's charm and wit.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful melodies for light moments
- wave-like pacing with varied energy
- introspective ballads for reflection
- sing-along vibes for gatherings
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek heavy, intense listening experiences
Where this album fits
- Themes
- whimsical reflections· 1970s pop charm· self-awareness in humor
- Career context
- Released in January 1974, 'Goodnight Vienna' marked Ringo Starr's fourth studio album, coming off the success of 'Ringo' just months earlier. At this point, Starr was solidifying his solo career after The Beatles' breakup, experimenting with a mix of genres while collaborating with notable songwriters like John Lennon.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Paul McCartney· George Harrison· The Beach Boys
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
-
Nilsson Schmilsson by Harry Nilsson — Shares whimsical storytelling and playful melodies, blending humor with introspective themes.Goodbye Yellow Brick Road by Elton John — Combines upbeat pop with introspective ballads, showcasing charm and self-awareness in lyrics.Something/Anything? by Todd Rundgren — Features a mix of catchy pop tunes and reflective ballads, emphasizing creativity and humor.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Goodnight Vienna 2:35
- 2 Occapella 2:57
- 3 Oo‐Wee 3:47
- 4 Husbands and Wives 3:36
- 5 Snookeroo 3:29
- 6 All by Myself 3:24
- 7 Call Me 4:09
- 8 No No Song 2:35
- 9 Only You (and You Alone) 3:27
- 10 Easy for Me 2:22
- 11 Goodnight Vienna (reprise) 1:21
- 12 Back Off Boogaloo 3:22
- 13 Blindman 2:45
- 14 Six O’Clock (extended version) 5:22
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.