This work delves into deeper sounds and introspective themes.
The production is a glittering arrangement typical of the 80s, but the melody line is permeated with the humanity and lyricism that is characteristic of Springfield.
Since this was the last album he released before taking a break from music, Rock of Life can be considered the culmination of Rick Springfield's 1980s career. It's a work that perfectly balances catchiness and introspection, marking a crucial turning point in his career.
|
A:
|
|
1)
|
|
Rock Of Life
|
|
2)
|
|
Honeymoon In Beirut
|
|
3)
|
|
World Start Turning
|
|
4)
|
|
One Reason (To Believe)
|
|
5)
|
|
Soul To Soul
|
|
|
B:
|
|
1)
|
|
Tear It All Down
|
|
2)
|
|
Woman
|
|
3)
|
|
Dream In Colour
|
|
4)
|
|
Hold On To Your Dream
|
|
5)
|
|
(If You Think You're) Groovy
|
|
|
-
Producer - Keith Olsen
-
Producer - Rick Springfield
-
Vocals, Guitar, Keyboards, Sampler, Backing Vocals, Percussion, Arranged By [Track And Vocal] - Rick Springfield
-
Written By - Rick Springfield (A1-A5,B1-B2,B4.)
-
Saxophone - Larry Williams
-
Trumpet - Jerry Hey
-
Keyboards - Bill Cuomo
-
Saxophone - Gary Herbig
-
Guitar - Dan Huff
-
Trumpet - Gary Grant
-
Backing Vocals - Tommy Funderburk
-
Keyboards - Alan Pasqua
-
Guitar - Tim Pierce
-
Drums, Percussion - Curt Cress
-
Percussion - Carol Steele
-
Backing Vocals, Vocals [Solo Lines] - Rose Banks
-
Mastered By - Greg Fulginiti
-
Trombone - Bill Reichenbach (2)
-
Bass - Randy Jackson (2)
-
Art Direction, Design - Larry Vigon Studio
-
Technician [Assisted By At Pod Studios] - Ronald (4)
-
Technician [Assisted By At Compass Point Studios] - Roy Sweeting
-
Photography - Phillip Dixon