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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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo sing-alongs
  • heartfelt ballads for reflection
  • feel-good tracks for road trips
  • consistent flow for easy listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced excitement
  • seek experimental soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career 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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Trinidad 5:09
  • 2 Running Back 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 3:56
  • 8 Nobody Knows 3:55
  • 9 Million Dollar Girl 4:30

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