Venus in Overdrive
Rick Springfield · 2008
48 min · 14 tracks · rock music
A rich blend of rock anthems and introspective ballads layered with Springfield's signature melodic flair.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective journey
- introspective moments with melodic flair
- engaging sing-alongs with friends
- for afternoon drives
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of fast-paced thrills
- prefer standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2008, 'Venus in Overdrive' marked Rick Springfield's return to recording after a lengthy hiatus since his previous album in 1999. By this time, Springfield had already established himself as a pop-rock icon, primarily known for hits like 'Jessie’s Girl.' This album showcases a matured perspective while retaining the catchy hooks that defined his earlier work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Waite· Billy Squier· Huey Lewis and the News
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 What’s Victoria’s Secret? 3:15
- 2 I’ll Miss That Someday 3:20
- 3 Venus in Overdrive 2:48
- 4 One Passenger 4:29
- 5 Oblivious 3:52
- 6 Warning Shots 3:25
- 7 Time Stand Still 4:16
- 8 God Blinked (Swing It Sister) 3:31
- 9 Mr. PC 2:41
- 10 She 4:18
- 11 Nothing Is Ever Lost 1:40
- 12 Saint Sahara 3:59
- 13 My Generation 3:29
- 14 Jessie’s Girl (acoustic) 2:58
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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