Old Wave
Ringo Starr · 1983
42 min · 11 tracks · pop music
A vibrant blend of rock and pop, infused with Ringo's signature charm and playful lyricism.
Top tracks — play these first
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In My Car Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Be My Baby — This track stands out for its infectious melody and upbeat tempo, capturing the essence of classic pop while showcasing Ringo's engaging vocal style.
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I Keep Forgettin’ — Ringo's rendition brings a fresh energy to this well-known song, blending elements of rock and pop seamlessly while emphasizing his unique vocal delivery.
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Everybody’s in a Hurry but Me — This track highlights Ringo's reflective lyrical perspective, offering a laid-back contrast to the album's more upbeat songs and resonating with themes of patience and self-awareness.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady flow with gradual build
- nostalgic melodies for reflection
- playful anthems for sing-alongs
- warmth for casual gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- seek fast-paced instant gratification
- prefer complex, sprawling compositions
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — An eclectic album showcasing Ringo's versatility but not widely recognized.
- Themes
- nostalgic charm· modern life's pace· playful freedom
- Career context
- By the time of its release in 1983, Ringo Starr was navigating a post-Beatles solo career that had seen fluctuating commercial success. 'Old Wave' came four years after his last studio album, 'Ringo the Fourth' (1977), and marked a period of artistic experimentation as he sought to redefine his musical identity outside of The Beatles' shadow.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Paul McCartney· George Harrison· The Beach Boys
Tracklist
- 1 In My Car Start here 3:13
- 2 Hopeless 3:19
- 3 Alibi 4:02
- 4 Be My Baby 3:48
- 5 She’s About a Mover 3:54
- 6 I Keep Forgettin’ 4:20
- 7 Picture Show Life 4:18
- 8 As Far as We Can Go 3:51
- 9 Everybody’s in a Hurry but Me 2:34
- 10 Going Down 3:35
- 11 As Far as We Can Go (original version) 5:33
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Jump Up!
Elton John
Both feature upbeat melodies and a nostalgic lens on modern life, blending pop-rock with playful hooks.
An Innocent Man
Billy Joel
Shares a similar blend of catchy pop-rock melodies with lyrical nostalgia and themes of personal reflection.
Tug of War
Paul McCartney
Combines playful pop-rock sensibilities with introspective lyrics, echoing themes from Starr's work.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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