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| Success Hasn't Spoiled Me Yet | 
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Category: Music
Artist: Rick Springfield
Publisher: Sbme Special Mkts.
Studio: Sbme Special Mkts.
Manufacturer: Sbme Special Mkts.
Label: Sbme Special Mkts.
Media: Audio CD
Discs: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 5.6 x 5 x 0.5
MPN: 724662
UPC: 886972466224
EAN: 0886972466224
ASIN: B0012GN1AC
Release Date: March 1, 2008
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| Tracks:
| • | Calling All Girls | | • | I Get Excited | | • | What Kind of Fool Am I? | | • | Kristina | | • | Tonight | | • | Black Is Black | | • | Don't Talk to Strangers | | • | How Do You Talk to Girls | | • | Still Crazy for You | | • | American Girl | | • | Just One Kiss | | • | April 24, 1981 |
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 Underrated August 31, 2008
Yes, you remember Rick Springfield as a teen idol of the 80's... and he was, but, he was so much more than that. If you are a purveyor of power pop, you can't go wrong with this Rick. You might be tempted to get Working Class Dog because it has the mega-hit Jessie's Girl, but this CD is more consistent and is the one Rick Springfield disc to own if you're only gonna own one. But why stop at one?
 All time Favorite! July 25, 2006
I have never before written an online review of an album for any artist. But having just recently replaced many of my old Rick Springfield albums and cassettes with compact discs, I was reminded just how special these songs were -and are- to me. For me, Success Hasn't Spoiled Me Yet was where it all began. Yes, I know Jessie's Girl (from Working Class Dog) had already been a hit, and Rick was already a heart throb on GH by this time, but for ME, this album was a turning point. Of course Don't Talk To Strangers was what sucked me in...but upon listening to the rest of the album, I found the songs that would stand the test of time for me.
I know there have been many 'greatest hits' and 'best of' compilations of Rick's music. They all include hits from this album. "I Get Excited" is a great song. "Kristina" is an all time fave. We all loved Rick's tribute to his father, "April 24, 1981". But there is one song on this album that is not on those other compilations...and is a good enough reason to make sure Success Hasn't Spoiled Me Yet has a place in your music library. It's my all time favorite Rick Springfield song, "The American Girl". In 1982, I didn't understand all the lyrics. I was 11 years old. But I played this song so many times I can't believe I didn't wear a hole in the vinyl. Once I got this album on cassette, I rewound over and over again to hear my song. Those first few notes still get me every time!
I've listened to and loved Rick's music from the 70's all the way thru today, as he continues to write, record and release new music. His talent is ever apparent, his songs are infectious. He's an amazing performer live. I recommend checking out all of Rick's music if you're unfamiliar. Especially Success Hasn't Spoiled Me Yet, and "The American Girl" in particular!
 Not A Spoiler July 27, 2005
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To quickly capitalize on the success of Working Class Dog, Rick Springfield released the appropriately titled Success Hasn't Spoiled Me Yet in 1982 less than year after its predecessor. Mr. Springfield doesn't reinvent the wheel as Success mimics the style of Dog. In fact Success improves on the sound. While nothing is as immediate and memorable as "Jesse's Girl", the album is sharper and better as a whole. "Don't Talk To Strangers" is a great pop song that peaked at number two. "Calling All Girls", "I Get Excited" and "What Kind Of Fool Am I?" are also solid tracks.
Rick's most consistent studio album. January 24, 2005
Out of all of Rick's "Big 3" albums from 1981-83, I prefer this one the most. He basically takes the sound of his debut, WORKING CLASS DOG, and did a fairly soundalike album. However, this is anything but a copycat--most of the songs are good, the writing is a little more varied and there's no clunker (i.e. Inside Sylvia) to be found.
I would also say that it's his most "carefree". That's not to say there's not good songwriting or topics covered, but point blank, it's just alot of fun - very much in spirit with the Top 40/arena rock sounds of 1982, but also with some definite 70's power pop influence too.
1. Calling All Girls -- This is a great opening track, pretty much summarizing the feel of the whole album. Upbeat, fun, and, yes, alot of "girl" and girl-themed songs! It's a power pop number with a classic rock vibe, ala The Knack's "My Sharona".
2. I Get Excited -- Starting with a chugging guitar sound like on John Fogerty's 1985 hit "Rock & Roll Girls" this keeps the same general pace. It's also upbeat fun pop/rock, however, this is more of a happy love song - it almost sounds like the soundtrack to how a guy would feel goin' on a date, the anticipation, etc.
3. What Kind of Fool Am I -- Big hit that's fairly similar to the previous song. Heck, it could be the sequel if ya think about it - now dealing with a regretful loss/breakup. Starting as a Lionel Richie-styled 80's ballad, it becomes a semi rocker like some of Journey's slower songs (especially the twinkly keyboards). It's still overall happy sounding, though.
4. Kristina -- One of the harder rocking songs, this time about wanting to escape and get away somewhere (yep, with a girl named...). The guitars are a bit louder, with a fast-paced keyboard melody to back it up - I'd liken it to Loverboy's early 80's material (albeit with a more power pop influence).
5. Tonight -- We again slow it down a bit for the 2nd semi-ballad about two workers (in love it sounds like) who wanna get away. Again, this sequencing makes sense! I'd call this a slow rock number, falling somewhere between "Excited" and "Fool".
(NOTE: One of the characters in this song is named Jesse. I wonder if he was thinkin' of that one big hit? Nah, couldn't've been! ;))
6. Black is Black -- This is the only weak song on the first side IMHO. It's a medium tempo pop song, but it just feels like something is missing - it sort of plods along without much of a hook. It also has a slightly 'dark' sound to it.
7. Don't Talk to Strangers -- This huge hit is another I recall from the radio way back when. Close as Rick ever got to bubblegum, but it's so good I can excuse it! Mid-fast tempo pop, halfway between a love song and lite arena rock, it reminds me of Toto's "Rosanna" or the same-era Jackson Browne.
8. How Do You Talk to Girls -- Again, we know who Rick intended this album for.:) This is another fun song about guys hanging out one night and asking the preverbial question we all do (and, no, I don't know the answer either! LOL). More of a straight upbeat pop song with a new wave flavor.
[After this is where, to me, the album takes a bit of a downturn. Not to say the last 4 songs are bad, simply alot less memorable.]
9. Still Crazy For You -- A slower track, like a cross between a ballad and upbeat pop/rock. We have another love song of sorts with a keyboard melody. Style-wise, it's similar to "What Kind of Fool" but without the hooks. The moody guitar work reminds me of Mr. Mister's "Broken Wings".
10. The American Girl -- Starting off ballad-like and turning into a medium tempo, 70's rock-styled pop song, we're again dealing with a story of a certain girl (i.e. "the American girl, she's breakin' hearts. She's a mystery to me").
11. Just One Kiss -- A more uptempo take on the love song style of the past two songs, although the slightly unique keyboard sound sets it apart a teeny bit, just saving it from mediocrity.
12. April 24, 1981 -- Not really a song, but a slow and brief passage, dedicated to Rick's (then) recently deceased father.
All in all, I consider this to be his strongest overall album, although the following year's LIVING IN OZ (with it's harder rocking sound and more serious subjects) is pretty close behind.
Spirit of the 80's August 30, 2004
Although I thought that Working Class Dog was a better album, I thought that Success was a wonderful follow-up. And let's be real here, Rick was not trying to win an Oscar with either of the albums. The 80's were a fun time and the songs reflected that - the lyrics didn't always make sense, but boy they sold the records! I can think of a lot worse lyrics that any of the songs that are on this album. When I listen to it, it takes me right back to high school. :) Thanks, Rick.
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