What's My Name
Ringo Starr · 2019
34 min · 10 tracks · pop music
A vibrant mix of feel-good melodies and reflective lyrics that celebrate life and the power of music.
Top tracks — play these first
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Gotta Get Up to Get Down Start here — Opening the album with an infectious groove, this track sets an upbeat tone that encapsulates the spirit of positivity throughout the record.
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Grow Old With Me — This poignant love song showcases Starr's ability to blend heartfelt lyrics with a catchy melody, reflecting on companionship and aging gracefully together.
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Thank God for Music — This celebratory anthem serves as a tribute to the role of music in life, perfectly illustrating Starr's lifelong passion and gratitude for his craft.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features solid songwriting and production but lacks standout moments that elevate it beyond a pleasant listen.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a mid-tempo track that sets a consistent groove, and the following tracks maintain a similar upbeat energy.
- Several songs feature call-and-response vocals, particularly in the choruses, creating an engaging interaction between Ringo and his collaborators.
- The last two tracks slow down significantly, introducing reflective themes that contrast with the earlier upbeat songs.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo sing-alongs
- heartfelt reflections on life
- warm melodies for relaxation
- uplifting messages of hope
Maybe skip if you
- seek fast-paced excitement
- prefer complex, sprawling compositions
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Showcases Ringo's enduring appeal and vitality in his later career.
- Themes
- celebration of music· love and companionship· nostalgic reflection
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2019, What's My Name is Ringo Starr's 19th studio album, continuing his prolific output as a solo artist decades after The Beatles' breakup. At this stage in his career, he remains an active figure in music, collaborating with various artists and maintaining a legacy rooted in positivity and joy.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Paul McCartney· George Harrison· The Beach Boys
Tracklist
- 1 Gotta Get Up to Get Down Start here 4:20
- 2 It’s Not Love That You Want 3:34
- 3 Grow Old With Me 3:20
- 4 Magic 4:09
- 5 Money 2:58
- 6 Better Days 2:49
- 7 Life Is Good 3:12
- 8 Thank God for Music 3:39
- 9 Send Love Spread Peace 2:59
- 10 What’s My Name 3:45
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Egypt Station
Paul McCartney
Shares a similar warmth in melodies and reflective themes of love and connection.
Before This World
James Taylor
Features heartfelt lyrics and a cozy, introspective atmosphere reminiscent of Ringo's style.
Sky Trails
David Crosby
Combines rich harmonies and themes of peace and gratitude, aligning with Ringo's celebratory spirit.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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