Picture This
Huey Lewis and the News · 1982
34 min · 10 tracks · hard rock · doo-wop
A vibrant blend of rock and pop infused with catchy melodies and upbeat rhythms.
Why this album works
'Picture This' features the hit single 'Do You Believe in Love,' which reached No. 7 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, contributing to the band's rise in the early '80s rock scene. The album's commercial success helped cement their status and showcased a polished production style that would characterize their subsequent work.
- Best for
- catchy melodies for sing-alongs steady mid-tempo flow throughout upbeat rhythms for positive vibes
- Context
- Released on January 29, 1982, 'Picture This' was Huey Lewis and the News' third studio album, following their breakthrough with 'Sports' just two years prior. At this point, the band was solidifying their reputation as a mainstream rock act, building on their growing popularity from previous hits and establishing their signature sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Cher· Prince· Neil Young· Bruce Springsteen· ZZ Top· Green Day· Cyndi Lauper· Bob Dylan
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Change of Heart Standout 3:45
- 2 Tell Me a Little Lie 3:43
- 3 Giving It All Up for Love 3:14
- 4 Hope You Love Me Like You Say You Do 3:44
- 5 Workin' for a Livin' Standout 2:38
- 6 Do You Believe in Love Standout 3:28
- 7 Is It Me 3:04
- 8 Whatever Happened to True Love 3:15
- 9 The Only One 4:49
- 10 Buzz Buzz Buzz 2:31
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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