Top tracks — play these first
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Dirty White Boy Start here — Opening with a gritty guitar riff, this track captures the rebellious spirit of youth while delivering a catchy chorus that became a staple at live performances.
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Head Games — The title track stands out with its infectious melody and clever lyrics that critique romantic manipulation, reflecting the album's overarching themes of love and deception.
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Blinded by Science — This track showcases a unique fusion of rock and new wave elements, illustrating Foreigner's willingness to experiment with sound while addressing themes of obsession and technology.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album balances hard rock energy with pop sensibilities but lacks cohesive flow throughout its runtime.
What we noticed
- The album features a notable shift in tone with the track 'I'll Get Even With You,' which introduces a slower tempo and more introspective lyrics.
- Several tracks, such as 'Blinded by Science,' incorporate synthesizers, blending hard rock elements with pop production techniques.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- concise energetic listening bursts
- immediate hooks and melodies
- dynamic emotional journeys
- upbeat driving motivation
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Helped solidify Foreigner's place in rock history after earlier successes.
- Career context
- When 'Head Games' was released on September 11, 1979, Foreigner was riding high after the success of their previous albums, particularly 'Double Vision.' This album marked a shift towards a more commercial sound as the band sought to broaden their appeal amidst changing musical trends. Following this release, they would continue to dominate the rock charts throughout the early 1980s.
Tracklist
- 1 Dirty White Boy Start here 3:39
- 2 Love on the Telephone 3:17
- 3 Women 3:24
- 4 I’ll Get Even With You 3:39
- 5 Seventeen 4:35
- 6 Head Games 3:37
- 7 The Modern Day 3:25
- 8 Blinded by Science 4:55
- 9 Do What You Like 3:58
- 10 Rev on the Red Line 3:35
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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