Looking for Jack
Colin Hay · 1987
42 min · 10 tracks · rock music
Melodic rock anthems intertwine introspective lyrics with Colin Hay's distinctive vocal warmth.
Why this album works
'Looking for Jack' marked Hay's emergence as a solo artist, showcasing a shift in his artistic direction. The album received positive critical reception, particularly for its lyrical depth, establishing Hay as a notable singer-songwriter in the rock genre post-Men at Work.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments warm vocals for introspective listening melodic anthems for sing-alongs
- Context
- Released in 1987, 'Looking for Jack' was Colin Hay's first solo album after the disbandment of Men at Work. At this juncture, Hay aimed to redefine his musical identity outside the successful path of his previous band, transitioning from commercial pop to a more personal and reflective sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Mayer· Daniel Lanois· ZZ Top
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hold Me Standout 4:11
- 2 Can I Hold You? 3:36
- 3 Looking for Jack Standout 4:10
- 4 Master of Crime 4:56
- 5 These Are Our Finest Days Standout 4:08
- 6 Puerto Rico 4:31
- 7 Ways of the World 4:06
- 8 I Don’t Need You Anymore 3:05
- 9 Circles Erratica 4:03
- 10 Fisherman’s Friend 5:33
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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