Sports cover

Released 43 years ago this September

Sports

Huey Lewis and the News · 1983

63 min · 14 tracks · hard rock · doo-wop

Energetic rock anthems blend catchy hooks with vibrant horns, capturing the carefree spirit of the early '80s.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • carefree party atmosphere
  • energetic sing-along anthems
  • wave-like pacing for dancing
  • nostalgic vibes of the '80s
  • live performances enhance excitement

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slow, introspective music
  • seek complex, layered compositions

Where this album fits

Career context
Released as the band's third studio album, 'Sports' marked a significant commercial peak for Huey Lewis and the News. Following the success of their previous album 'Picture This,' which introduced them to mainstream audiences, 'Sports' solidified their place in rock history with its infectious sound and radio-friendly tracks.
Stylistic neighbors
The B-52's· Hall & Oates· Chicago

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Heart of Rock & Roll 5:03
  • 2 Heart and Soul 4:13
  • 3 Bad Is Bad 3:48
  • 4 I Want a New Drug 4:46
  • 5 Walking on a Thin Line 5:11
  • 6 Finally Found a Home 3:43
  • 7 If This Is It 3:54
  • 8 You Crack Me Up 3:42
  • 9 Honky Tonk Blues 3:26
  • 10 The Heart of Rock & Roll (session take) 5:12
  • 11 Walking on a Thin Line (session take) 5:39
  • 12 If This Is It (live) 4:25
  • 13 Heart and Soul (live) 4:25
  • 14 I Want a New Drug (live) 5:27

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