Whatever You Want
Status Quo · 1979
62 min · 16 tracks · hard rock · classic rock · boogie rock
A vibrant blend of boogie rock and hard rock driven by catchy hooks and anthemic choruses.
Why this album works
'Whatever You Want' became one of Status Quo's most commercially successful albums, reaching No. 4 on the UK Albums Chart. The title track became a staple of their live shows and helped further establish their reputation as a leading force in the boogie rock genre during the late 70s.
- Best for
- catchy hooks and melodies dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions
- Context
- Released on October 1, 1979, 'Whatever You Want' was Status Quo's ninth studio album, following their commercial success with 'Rockin' All Over the World'. At this stage in their career, the band was solidifying their status as one of the UK's leading rock acts, continuing to build on the momentum gained from their previous hits.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Paul McCartney· George Harrison· Elton John· Ringo Starr· Bee Gees· Rod Stewart· Van Morrison· Phil Collins
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Whatever You Want Standout 4:03
- 2 Shady Lady Standout 3:02
- 3 Who Asked You 3:59
- 4 Your Smiling Face 4:23
- 5 Living on an Island Standout 4:50
- 6 Come Rock With Me 3:17
- 7 Rockin’ On 3:24
- 8 Runaway 4:38
- 9 High Flyer 3:51
- 10 Breaking Away 6:41
- 11 Hard Ride 3:36
- 12 Bad Company 4:29
- 13 Another Game in Town (demo) 2:20
- 14 Shady Lady (demo) 2:51
- 15 Rearrange (demo) 3:07
- 16 Living on an Island (single version) 3:54
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