Hard to Hold
35 min · 10 tracks · rock music
A vibrant blend of rock and pop that captures the energetic essence of the early '80s.
Why this album works
'Hard to Hold' features the hit single 'Love Somebody,' which reached No. 5 on the Billboard Hot 100, showcasing Springfield's continued commercial viability. The album also served as a soundtrack for the film of the same name, further integrating Springfield into pop culture during the mid-'80s.
- Career context
- Released in 1984, 'Hard to Hold' is Rick Springfield's fifth studio album and arrives after the success of his previous album, 'Success Hasn't Spoiled Me Yet.' By this time, Springfield was solidifying his status as a pop-rock star, especially following his hit single 'Jessie's Girl,' which had propelled him into mainstream popularity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kylie Minogue· Dannii Minogue· Olivia Newton-John· Crowded House· John Farnham· INXS· Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds· Midnight Oil
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Love Somebody Standout 3:29
- 2 Don’t Walk Away 3:55
- 3 Bop ’til You Drop Standout 4:13
- 4 Taxi Dancing Standout 3:36
- 5 S.F.O. (instrumental) 2:21
- 6 Stand Up (live) 3:00
- 7 When the Lights Go Down 3:15
- 8 The Great Lost Art of Conversation 3:03
- 9 Heart of a Woman 3:37
- 10 I Go Swimming 4:31
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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