What makes Partners in Crime by Rupert Holmes notable?

'Partners in Crime' is notable for producing 'Escape (The Piña Colada Song)', a number one hit on the Billboard Hot 100, which became a cultural phenomenon. The album's catchy tunes and humorous narratives resonated with audiences, making it a defining work of the soft rock genre during that era. By the time 'Partners in Crime' was released in August 1979, Rupert Holmes had already achieved commercial success with his previous album, 'Widescreen'. This record marked a peak in his career, bolstered by the massive hit single 'Escape (The Piña Colada Song)', which helped solidify his reputation as a clever songwriter and engaging performer.

Who is Partners in Crime for?

Partners in Crime works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, breezy background listening experience and conversational storytelling focus.

How many songs are on Partners in Crime?

Partners in Crime has 10 tracks, running approximately 43 minutes.

Released 47 years ago this August

Partners in Crime

Rupert Holmes · 1979

43 min · 10 tracks · soft rock

A breezy blend of soft rock melodies and witty storytelling that captures the spirit of late '70s pop.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady, consistent energy levels
breezy background listening experience
conversational storytelling focus
mid-tempo reflective moments

Where this album fits

Career context: By the time 'Partners in Crime' was released in August 1979, Rupert Holmes had already achieved commercial success with his previous album, 'Widescreen'. This record marked a peak in his career, bolstered by the massive hit single 'Escape (The Piña Colada Song)', which helped solidify his reputation as a clever songwriter and engaging performer.
Stylistic neighbors: Carole King· Bee Gees· Chris Norman

Tracklist

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

1 Escape (The Piña Colada Song) 4:38
2 Partners in Crime 5:12
3 Nearsighted 2:53
4 Lunch Hour 4:37
5 Drop It 4:20
6 Him 4:15
7 Answering Machine 3:42
8 The People That You Never Get to Love 3:48
9 Get Outta Yourself 4:49
10 In You I Trust 5:04

What to play next

Listen next

Escape (The Piña Colada Song) / Drop It

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Widescreen

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