Living in Oz cover

Living in Oz

Rick Springfield · 1983

39 min · 10 tracks · rock music

A blend of catchy rock melodies and introspective lyrics that encapsulate the early '80s pop soundscape.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo reflective moments
  • catchy melodies for sing-alongs
  • short tracks for quick enjoyment
  • nostalgic vibes of the '80s

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer immediate high-energy tracks
  • seek lengthy atmospheric compositions

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1983, 'Living in Oz' was Rick Springfield's fourth studio album, following his successful 'Success Hasn't Spoiled Me Yet'. At this point in his career, Springfield was riding high on the popularity of his hit singles and solidifying his status as a leading figure in rock music during the early '80s.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Human Touch 5:07
  • 2 Alyson 3:48
  • 3 Affair of the Heart 4:33
  • 4 Living in Oz 3:49
  • 5 Me & Johnny 4:26
  • 6 Motel Eyes 3:12
  • 7 Tiger by the Tail 3:29
  • 8 Souls 4:18
  • 9 I Can't Stop Hurting You 3:40
  • 10 Like Father, Like Son 2:56

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