Top tracks — play these first
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Nuclear Attack — The opening track sets a powerful tone for the album, addressing themes of existential dread amid social commentary with an urgent melody.
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It Hurts — This song captures Lake's vulnerability through haunting melodies and poignant lyrics that reflect on personal loss and emotional struggle.
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Long Goodbye — A standout ballad that showcases Lake's vocal prowess and ability to convey deep emotion, it encapsulates the album's overall introspective theme.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- reflective listening moments
- poignant emotional exploration
- mid-tempo background ambiance
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1981, Greg Lake's self-titled album marked his first solo venture after the disbandment of Emerson, Lake & Palmer. Following his previous work with the iconic progressive rock trio, this album showcases Lake's pursuit of a more personal sound, stepping away from the grandiosity of his former projects.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Emerson, Lake & Palmer· King Crimson· Yes
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Nuclear Attack 4:30
- 2 Love You Too Much 3:56
- 3 It Hurts 4:30
- 4 Black and Blue 3:58
- 5 Retribution Drive 5:06
- 6 Long Goodbye 3:58
- 7 The Lie 4:45
- 8 Someone 4:11
- 9 Let Me Love You Once Before You Go 4:19
- 10 For Those Who Dare 3:51
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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