He has been active in the 00s and since, touring both as a single artist and as a member of the rotating supergroup 'Ringo Starr & His All Starr Band'. Before fronting the band titled in his name, Squire was the frontman of the power pop group Piper. Said band had some underground fame in the 70s before Squire left for bigger things.
Squier started off his solo career with May 1980's 'The Tale of the Tape'. Although a commercial breakthrough eluded him, the release spent three months on Billboard's album chart and gained a large fan response. Working with songwriter impresario Desmond Child and Kiss co-guitarist Bruce Kulick, his album also brought him praising critical reviews, noting his talent for meeting catchy pop hooks with aggressive guitars and vocals.
His 1981 follow-up, 'Don't Say No', shot his career into the stratosphere. It hit the Top Five on the Billboard album chart and remained on the chart for over two years (a total of 111 weeks). Getting RIAA certified as triple-platinum, singles such as "Lonely Is The Night" and "The Stroke" became staples of arena rock radio. His music from this album has popped up in variety of places such as in the comedy film 'Blades of Glory' and in the popular Guitar Hero video game series.
Squier's third album, 'Emotions in Motion', also picked up both critical praise, with Allmusic calling it a "slice of AOR heaven", and commercial acclaim. The album itself peaked at #5 on the Billboard 200 chart while singles such as "Everybody Wants You" and "Learn How To Live" achieved top 40 rock stardom. Squier also achieved notability both for his album cover, devised by famous artist Andy Warhol, and for his popular music videos, played often on MTV.
Massively successful touring with artists such as Queen had Squier labeled as one of the best hard rock artists of the decade. Still, 'what goes up, must come down', as the saying goes, and his next album would spell his downfall. 1984's 'Signs of Life' came out with initial good press, viewed as perhaps lacking the rock crunch of his previous affairs but still involving some catchy tunes. Single "Rock Me Tonite", released in June 1984 as the lead single, became his highest charting U.S. song, peaking at number 15 on the Billboard Hot 100 and hitting the Top 10 on the Cash Box singles chart. It also returned him to #1 on the Top Rock Tracks chart in August of 1984.
Nevertheless, the music video for the song was the beginning of the end for this part of Squier's career. Popularly regarded as one of the worst ever music videos ever made, if not the worst, it shows Squier putting on a pink tank top and making effeminate dance moves around a bed with pastel-colored satin sheets while badly miming to the song, rolling around on the floor in several parts. Many viewers who saw it thought that it depicted the singer on drugs or pretending to be flamboyantly gay. It was directed by Kenny Ortega, who was the third director to be considered for the job.
After an acrimonious break from his label and also making other changes, Squier re-grouped and released 'Enough Is Enough' on September 27, 1986. Signed to Capitol Records, he achieved some success, with the album having peaked at #61 on the Billboard album chart, but failed to meet expectations. Some critics charged that the stress that he had been put under took its toll on his songwriting. Future releases over the next few years failed to change things as his popularity slid downwards, and he ultimately quit the music industry for several years in the 90s.
As stated before, he has been active in the 00s and since, touring both as a single artist and as a member of the rotating supergroup 'Ringo Starr & His All Starr Band'. More recently, a few live albums have come out featuring his music. He also has had several low-key tours.
My Kinda Lover
Billy Squier Lyrics
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You give me somethin' way beyond revenue
You put the magic in me
I feel the magic when we do what we do
And oh
I can't do without you for too long you're my situation
You're my kinda lover
My kinda lover
My kinda lover
My kinda lover
My kinda lover
You keep me all together
You take me out whenever I'm lettin' down
You got the motions baby
I got a notion maybe I'll stick around
And oh
I can never doubt you for too long I can't see no reason
You're my kinda lover
My kinda lover
My kinda lover
My kinda lover
My kinda lover
My kinda lover
When you come 'round I never get down, I fly across the floor
I can see you comin' on me and I can't ask for more
Rock me, sock me, baby you got me ridin' to the end
Rake me, shake me, baby you make me, turn me on again
You got my motor racin'
I find my thoughts embracin' your every move
I want to set you reelin'
I want to make you feel the way that I do
And oh
I been thinkin' 'bout you for so long
I don't want to lose ya, you're my kinda lover
My kinda lover
My kinda lover
My kinda lover
My kinda lover
My kinda lover
My kinda lover
My kinda lover
My kinda lover
My kinda lover
My kinda lover
My kinda lover
My kinda lover
My kinda lover
My kinda lover
The lyrics to Billy Squier's My Kinda Lover speak about the deep connection the singer has with his lover, stating that he cannot do without them for too long as they are his situation. He talks about the magic she puts in him, and how he can feel it when they are together. The lyrics also reflect the idea that his lover keeps him together and takes him out when he's down, emphasising the importance of their relationship.
The singer also speaks about how his lover makes him feel - they make him come alive and he can't ask for more than what he already has with them. He talks about how he wants to make his lover feel the way she makes him feel, and expresses his fear of losing her. The repetitive use of "My kinda lover" emphasises the passion and admiration he has for his partner.
Overall, the lyrics of My Kinda Lover convey the deep emotional connection the singer has with his lover, emphasising the importance of their relationship and the passion they share.
Line by Line Meaning
You got me runnin' baby
You have captured my heart and made my life a thrilling adventure.
You give me somethin' way beyond revenue
You have given me something that is so priceless and valuable that it cannot be measured in terms of money.
You put the magic in me
You have awakened a magical feeling inside me that I have never experienced before.
I feel the magic when we do what we do
I feel an electric charge every time we're together and engaged in intimate physical activity.
And oh
This is a lyric interjection that emphasizes how important and meaningful the following statements are.
I can't do without you for too long you're my situation
I cannot bear to be away from you for too long, as you are my life's circumstances and everything revolves around you.
You keep me all together
You hold me together and give me stability in life.
You take me out whenever I'm lettin' down
You lift me up when I feel sad or defeated, and take me out of bad situations.
You got the motions baby
You have the right moves and gestures to seduce and charm me.
I got a notion maybe I'll stick around
I have a feeling that I might stick with you for the long-term if you continue to be so wonderful.
I can never doubt you for too long I can't see no reason
I can never doubt your love and loyalty to me, as I see no reason to distrust you.
When you come 'round I never get down, I fly across the floor
When you visit me, I am filled with joy and energy and cannot help but dance around in excitement.
I can see you comin' on me and I can't ask for more
Your passion and attention towards me are overwhelming and satisfy all my needs and desires.
Rock me, sock me, baby you got me ridin' to the end
You thrill me with every gesture and make me feel alive with passion and excitement.
Rake me, shake me, baby you make me, turn me on again
You arouse and excite me with every touch or seductive move you do - making me feel like a teenager again.
You got my motor racin'
You have aroused my sexual desire and turned me up to high speed.
I find my thoughts embracin' your every move
My thoughts can't get enough of you and the way you move your body, it's all-consuming.
I want to set you reelin'
I want to overwhelm you with my passion and seductive moves.
I want to make you feel the way that I do
I want to show you the same intense feelings of love and passion that you have stirred inside me.
I been thinkin' 'bout you for so long
You've been on my mind for a long time, and I can't get you out of my head.
I don't want to lose ya, you're my kinda lover
I am afraid of losing you because you are the perfect match for me and the type of lover that I need in my life.
Lyrics Ā© Spirit Music Group
Written by: WILLIAM SQUIER
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