Rebel Heart cover

Rebel Heart

Dan Seals · 1983

34 min · 10 tracks · country

A blend of heartfelt ballads and upbeat tracks that capture the essence of 1980s country music.

Why this album works

'Rebel Heart' includes the hit single 'God Must Be a Cowboy,' which reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart. The album's success helped to further establish Seals as a leading figure in country music during the early 1980s, contributing to the rise of the genre's popularity during that era.
Best for
steady mid-tempo listening experience heartfelt ballads for reflection upbeat tracks for sing-alongs
Context
Released in January 1983, 'Rebel Heart' was Dan Seals' third studio album, following his successful sophomore release 'Lonely Is the Night.' At this point in his career, Seals was transitioning from a pop sound to a more traditional country style, solidifying his place in the genre with a series of chart-topping hits.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 You Really Go for the Heart Standout 2:54
  • 2 After You 3:31
  • 3 Everybody's Dream Girl 2:55
  • 4 Down the Hall 3:32
  • 5 Up on the Hill 4:31
  • 6 Candle in the Rain Standout 2:57
  • 7 God Must Be a Cowboy Standout 3:06
  • 8 On a Night Like This 2:59
  • 9 The Banker 4:42
  • 10 Nothin' Left to Do But Cry 3:03

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