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Play Me Out

Helen Reddy · 1981

31 min · 10 tracks · pop music

A reflective blend of soft pop melodies and poignant lyrics exploring love and introspection.

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1981, 'Play Me Out' was Helen Reddy's first album after her commercial peak in the 1970s. Following a string of hit songs, this album marked a shift as she explored more personal themes, moving away from her earlier anthemic hits.
Stylistic neighbors
Diana Ross· Deniece Williams· Gloria Gaynor

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Optimism Blues 3:10
  • 2 Do It Like You Done It When You Meant It 2:28
  • 3 I Can't Say Goodbye to You 3:46
  • 4 Save Me 3:10
  • 5 You Don't Have to Say You Love Me 2:43
  • 6 The Stars Fell on California 3:54
  • 7 I Don't Know Why (I Love That Guy) 2:35
  • 8 When I Dream 3:54
  • 9 Let's Just Stay Home Tonight 3:09
  • 10 Play Me Out 3:07

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