Playing for Keeps
Eddie Money · 1980
36 min · 9 tracks · rock music
A vibrant blend of rock anthems and heartfelt ballads that captures the essence of early '80s pop-rock.
Why this album works
'Playing for Keeps' is significant not only for its chart performance, peaking at No. 34 on the Billboard 200, but also for helping to define Eddie Money's signature sound that blended rock with pop sensibilities. The album's singles, particularly 'Running Back' and 'Let’s Be Lovers Again,' showcased his ability to craft catchy melodies that resonated with a wide audience.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo sing-alongs heartfelt ballads for reflection feel-good tracks for road trips
- Context
- Released in January 1980, 'Playing for Keeps' was Eddie Money's third studio album, following his successful self-titled debut in 1977 and the critically acclaimed 'Life for the Taking' in 1978. At this stage in his career, Money was striving to solidify his place in the rock genre while navigating the commercial landscape of the late '70s and early '80s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sparks· Christina Aguilera· Prince· No Doubt· Willie Nelson· Harry Nilsson· Cher· Cyndi Lauper
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Trinidad Standout 5:09
- 2 Running Back Standout 4:02
- 3 The Wish 3:58
- 4 Get a Move On 3:40
- 5 When You Took My Heart 3:36
- 6 Satin Angel 3:43
- 7 Let’s Be Lovers Again Standout 3:56
- 8 Nobody Knows 3:55
- 9 Million Dollar Girl 4:30
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