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Starr Struck: Best of Ringo Starr, Vol. 2

Ringo Starr · 1989

53 min · 16 tracks · pop rock

A vibrant collection of catchy melodies and upbeat rhythms reflecting Starr's playful pop sensibility.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • upbeat rhythms for cheerful moments
  • catchy melodies for sing-alongs
  • steady pacing for easy listening
  • playful vibes during afternoon gatherings
  • light-hearted tracks for road trips

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer intense emotional depth
  • need experimental or avant-garde sounds

Where this album fits

Themes
nostalgic pop anthems· catchy rock hooks· playful melodies
Career context
Released in 1989, 'Starr Struck: Best of Ringo Starr, Vol. 2' comes during Ringo's period of nostalgia, following a decade of solo work post-Beatles. This compilation showcases his consistent appeal and hits that defined his solo career since the early 1970s.
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Flowers in the Dirt by Paul McCartney — Shares nostalgic pop sensibility with catchy hooks and upbeat rhythms reminiscent of Ringo's playful style.
Pet Sounds by The Beach Boys — Combines vibrant melodies and lush arrangements, echoing the playful and nostalgic elements found in Ringo's work.
Goodbye Yellow Brick Road by Elton John — Features catchy pop-rock anthems with a whimsical flair, aligning with the upbeat spirit of Ringo's collection.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Wrack My Brain 2:21
  • 2 In My Car 3:16
  • 3 Cookin’ (in the Kitchen of Love) 3:41
  • 4 I Keep Forgettin’ 4:22
  • 5 Hard Times 3:32
  • 6 Hey Baby 3:13
  • 7 Attention 3:22
  • 8 A Dose of Rock ’n’ Roll 3:27
  • 9 Who Needs a Heart 3:49
  • 10 Private Property 2:42
  • 11 Can She Do It Like She Dances 3:13
  • 12 Heart on My Sleeve 3:22
  • 13 Sure to Fall (in Love With You) 3:45
  • 14 Hopeless 3:20
  • 15 You Belong to Me 2:10
  • 16 She’s About a Mover 3:53

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