Released 44 years ago this June
Live It Up
David Johansen · 1982
41 min · 11 tracks · blues · hard rock · swing
A vibrant blend of rock and blues infused with playful, eclectic energy and a touch of swing.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo groove
- playful energy for gatherings
- sing-along moments with friends
- eclectic vibes for road trips
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer slow, introspective music
- seek deep, conceptual narratives
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 1982, David Johansen had transitioned from fronting the New York Dolls to a solo career marked by artistic exploration. 'Live It Up' was his second solo album, following his self-titled debut in 1978, and showcased a more diverse sound as he sought to redefine his musical identity beyond punk roots.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sammy Davis Jr.· Neil Young· ZZ Top
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 We Gotta Get out of This Place / Don’t Bring Me Down / It’s My Life 4:26
- 2 Frenchette 4:54
- 3 Reach Out I’ll Be There 3:25
- 4 Is This What I Get for Loving You 3:15
- 5 Donna 4:16
- 6 Build Me Up Buttercup 2:40
- 7 Melody 3:05
- 8 Funky but Chic 3:52
- 9 Bohemian Love Pad 2:56
- 10 Stranded in the Jungle 3:47
- 11 Personality Crisis 4:59
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