mannoman Posted January 24, 2009 Share Posted January 24, 2009 Yeah it's derivative but pure pop. I luv it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marvin Posted January 24, 2009 Share Posted January 24, 2009 Nice, but sure is reminiscent of "Jesse's Girl" in the opening few chords and verses. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duane Posted January 24, 2009 Share Posted January 24, 2009 Thanks Ted...I like it, too. Man, he sure doesn't look 59 years old! That's right, he and EC both turn 60 this August...singing must keep you young. I'd try it but my singing would kill everybody around me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duane Posted January 24, 2009 Share Posted January 24, 2009 marvin said: Nice, but sure is reminiscent of "Jesse's Girl" in the opening few chords and verses. Marv...that's a good thing... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marvin Posted January 24, 2009 Share Posted January 24, 2009 Yeah I loved "Jesse's Girl", but 'son-of-Jesse's Girl is not such a good thing, I don't think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duane Posted January 24, 2009 Share Posted January 24, 2009 It's been 28 years since Jessie's Girl...maybe it's time for son-of-Jessie's Girl Heck, I'd take son-of-anything from EC... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk Posted January 24, 2009 Share Posted January 24, 2009 Power Pop Personified! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marvin Posted January 24, 2009 Share Posted January 24, 2009 Duane said: It's been 28 years since Jessie's Girl...maybe it's time for son-of-Jessie's Girl Well all Rick's fans would recognize the similarities, but maybe new listeners wouldn't - so that might be good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Carmen Posted January 24, 2009 Share Posted January 24, 2009 I like it! It's smartly crafted power pop. Rick has his little signature tricks, just like everyone else does. The only part that reminds me of "Jessie's Girl" at all is the verse. So what. You could just as easily make the case that the verse of "I Wanna Be With You" is similar to the verse of "Go All The Way." It is. I did it on purpose. I wanted to see how fast I could get to the chorus, so I'd have lots of time for at least three choruses and a good bridge. That was the song construction I happened to like back in 1972. verse/chorus verse/chorusbridgechorus/chorusfadeI was trying to cram as much into three minutes and change as humanly possible.Intros, outros, big meaty choruses.I've always liked Rick's work ,and I think he is vastly underrated. He was just too good looking for a lot of critics to take him seriously, but they were wrong. He's a terrific writer, a cool singer and a REALLY good guitarist.His only problem is that he likes "Pop", just like me.Unfortunately, "pop" went out with "Abbey Road," and, although a few acts have been able to wedge the door open (Cheap Trick) it just hasn't been "cool" to have your amp set on anything less than "shred" for a long, long time.The Beatles were really the last pop band to be taken seriously.That's really a shame.Rock on, Rick, and best of luck my friend.Eric Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Posted January 24, 2009 Share Posted January 24, 2009 I have a HD recording of a Rick concert, from HDNET a few years back. The energy and music is terrific but the amazing thing is the women. I mean all ages going bonkers over the guy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muzza Posted January 24, 2009 Share Posted January 24, 2009 I think the hints of Jessie's Girl add to the impact of this song. I love the versatility of Rick. When you watch "Who Killed Rock and Roll" and "Everybody's Girl" it reveals the talent and showmanship of the man. Muzza Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJ Posted January 24, 2009 Share Posted January 24, 2009 Not only is Rick a great "popmeister" but he's one hell of a live performer... if any of you have him coming to your town - go see him - it is so worth it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duane Posted January 24, 2009 Share Posted January 24, 2009 Eric Carmen said: He was just too good looking for a lot of critics to take him seriously That's always been my problem...it's a curse... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CubbiefanMike Posted January 24, 2009 Share Posted January 24, 2009 My wife is a huge Springfield fan... his music is contagious Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marvin Posted January 24, 2009 Share Posted January 24, 2009 Sure the song is catchy. I was just remarking that people would click into the "Jesse" similarities right away, because they're right there from the opening muted guitar chords, into the verses. Doesn't mean the song isn't good.I saw Rick's show in Calgary a couple of years ago. Terrific guitarist and energetic performance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danmichel Posted January 24, 2009 Share Posted January 24, 2009 I like Rick's approach...Stone me to death for liking it pop...but i do...For me the goal should be...a song that is all chorus...with only extremely melodic instrumental bridges holding it together. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BarbB Posted January 24, 2009 Share Posted January 24, 2009 I agree...the man is an amazing live performer...more energy than those half his age! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelley Posted January 24, 2009 Share Posted January 24, 2009 I love Rick Springfield....and POP... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anna R Posted January 24, 2009 Share Posted January 24, 2009 I really love the song! He looks GREAT!!!I can't believe he is 59 years old.I am getting this album!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherberries Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 And to think I liked him 30 years ago! Still looks and sounds great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 Get in line behind my wife. "General Hospital", anyone? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ECatw Posted January 26, 2009 Share Posted January 26, 2009 Oh yeah, Dr. Noah Drake! Pretty cute.This song sounds good! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew C. Clark Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 As Casey Kasem said in 1981 "Dr. Noah Drake coming up" (The Hits From Coast To Coast). Matt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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