He received the Grammy Award for Best Male Rock Vocal Performance for "Jessie's Girl", which proved to be a career breakout moment. He followed with four more top 10 U.S. rock hits: "I've Done Everything for You", "Don't Talk to Strangers", "Affair of the Heart", and "Love Somebody". His two U.S. top 10 albums are 1981's 'Working Class Dog' and 1982's 'Success Hasn't Spoiled Me Yet', releases featuring an energetic sound earning both commercial and critical successes. As an actor, he portrayed the popular Dr. Noah Drake on the daytime drama 'General Hospital' from 1981 to 1983, and he sprang back into the role during 2005 to 2008 and 2012, returning again in 2013 for the show's 50th anniversary with his son (and fellow actor) Liam Springthorpe.
Though having gigantic success in the early to mid-80s, Springfield felt totally exhausted with the pressures of stardom. He would end up devoting more time to his personal and family life, though still releasing albums through the late 80s and onward. In 2010, Springfield published his well-received autobiography, titled 'Late, Late at Night: A Memoir', which detailed these struggles.
Born Richard Lewis Springthorpe, later adopting "Rick Springfield" in his performing days, in South Wentworthville on 23 August 1949, he spent the early part of his life around the western suburbs of Sydney, Australia. The son of Eileen and Norman Springthorpe, the latter a Australian Army career officer, he also has an older brother, Mike Springthorpe. Due to his father's Army career, the Springthorpe family moved to London, England, where they lived between 1960 to 1962. The family moved back to Australia in June 1962, where they settled in the Melbourne suburb of Ormond.
Inspired by the 60s pop rock boom around him, the young Rick Springfield took naturally to singing and songwriting. However, commercial success would come in sudden bursts for him, with the performer facing bouts of 'teen idol' worship (even spending a time doing music for kids as a sort of cartoon Mister Rogers from 1973 to 1975, with those songs put into his 'Mission Magic!' album) that concealed his desire to be taken seriously as a musician. Fully embracing a power pop and new wave sound, as played by contemporaries such as Cheap Trick, The Cars, and others, finally helped him hit the big time in a dramatic way. As well, in October 1984, Springfield married his longtime girlfriend, Barbara Porter, in his family's church in Australia.
When being interviewed about his autobiography, Springfield admitted that he dated while married, and that it was a problem that he has overcome. He mentioned in particular dating Linda Blair, Demi Moore, Connie Hamzy, Morgana Welch, and Geraldine Edwards (the inspiration for Penny Lane in 'Almost Famous'). Though on top of the world for a time, things proved unstable and uncertain. In 1985, when his first son was born and after the release of his 'Tao' album, Springfield took a break from his musical career to spend more time with his family, as stated before. He also resolved to deal with the off-and-on depression that had affected him since his adolescence. Springfield had suffered much in the 70s due to both the serious illness of his father, who died on 24 April 1981, and difficulties dealing with people in the music industry.
Recently, a new feature documentary, titled 'An Affair of the Heart: The Journey of Rick Springfield and his Devoted Fans, was filmed in 2010. The movie started on the film festival circuit in the spring of 2012. The performer's latest work is 2015's 'Stripped Down', a combination of covers, new material, and re-recorded tracks from his past that has attracted some critical praise.
Don't Walk Away
Rick Springfield Lyrics
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You don't want to put the hurt on someone
You've been trying to convince yourself
You're better off if you just turn and run
But I'm gonna hold on tight
I've got a feeling
You'll only happen once to me
Is ever gonna make you wrong for me
Don't walk sway
Or are you looking for a price to pay
Is that your master plan
Don't walk away
I'll do everything to make you stay
I've got to make a stand
Don't walk away
I'm not afraid
Don't walk away
I don't know where you're going
But I know what you've got on your mind
And I think your fear is showing
You don't leave things like fear behind
And I hate to be the one
To break it to you that
We're only human after all
I can mend a broken wing
I'll give you everything I have
Don't walk away
Or are you looking for a price to pay
Is that your master plan
Don't walk away
I'll do everything to make you stay
I've got to make a stand
Don't Walk Away
I'm not afraid
Don't walk away
You used to be the one
Who used to be so strong
What happened to your rationale
Your heart is on the line
It happens all the time
Don't walk away
Or are you looking for a price to pay
Is that your master plan
Don't walk away
I'll do everything to make you stay
I've got to make a stand
Don't walk away
I'm not afraid
Don't walk away...
The song "Don't Walk Away" by Rick Springfield is about a man trying to convince a woman not to leave him. The woman is scared to stay in the relationship because she's afraid of getting hurt. The man knows what she's doing and understands that she's been trying to convince herself that leaving is the best option for her. However, he promises to hold on tight because he believes that the woman is the only one for him.
The chorus repeats the phrase "don't walk away" several times, emphasizing the man's desire to keep the woman by his side. He's willing to do anything to make her stay, even if it means putting himself in an uncomfortable position. The man is not afraid to stand up for himself and his relationship. He wants the woman to know that he's not going to let her go without a fight.
The lyrics also mention the woman's fear and uncertainty when it comes to love. The man acknowledges that they are both human and that fear is a natural feeling. He wants to be the one to help her overcome her fear of love and commitment. He believes that he's strong enough to mend her broken heart and give her everything she needs.
Overall, "Don't Walk Away" is a love song about the struggle to keep a relationship alive. It's a reminder that no matter how scary love can be, it's worth fighting for.
Line by Line Meaning
I know what you're doing
I understand your intentions
You don't want to put the hurt on someone
You don't want to cause someone emotional pain
You've been trying to convince yourself
You're attempting to persuade yourself
You're better off if you just turn and run
It's in your best interest to walk away
But I'm gonna hold on tight
I'll persevere and not give up
I've got a feeling
Intuition tells me
You'll only happen once to me
I'll only experience you once in my lifetime
And no one, not even you
Neither you nor anyone else
Is ever gonna make you wrong for me
Will hinder our relationship
Don't walk away
Please don't leave
Or are you looking for a price to pay
Are you seeking punishment
Is that your master plan
Is that your ultimate goal
I'll do everything to make you stay
I'll exert all efforts to make you remain
I've got to make a stand
I need to take a strong position
I'm not afraid
I'm not intimidated
I don't know where you're going
I'm unsure of your destination
But I know what you've got on your mind
But I know what's on your thoughts
And I think your fear is showing
I perceive that your fear is evident
You don't leave things like fear behind
You can't just abandon your fears
And I hate to be the one
It hurts me to be in the position
To break it to you that
To enlighten you that
We're only human after all
We're imperfect beings
I can mend a broken wing
I can help heal emotional wounds
I'll give you everything I have
I'll offer you all that I am
You used to be the one
You were once the person
Who used to be so strong
Who was once filled with strength
What happened to your rationale
What occurred to your logic and reasoning
Your heart is on the line
Your emotions are at stake
It happens all the time
It's a common occurrence
Lyrics ยฉ Peermusic Publishing
Written by: RICK SPRINGFIELD
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ratter531
Us older people all miss the 80's, our world is in total chaos now..
ratter531
@Maxine Vega Steele Thank You for your kind reply. Take care.โคโค
Maxine Vega Steele
Word's well spoken. I miss the 80's as well. It was about having fun and big hair.
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Agreed
Mimi Shand
He didnโt get enough credit for this song . Long live the 80โs!
Hellkat Mad
agreed this is a kick ass song. I need a 1 hrs loop on it
Jane Porter
@Kelvin Bryant Fact
Kelvin Bryant
Ur right Mimi Rick was very underrated awesome writer n singer n guitar player he was the real deal
Christina Streicher
Mo matter how many times I hear this song it still grabs me by the heart...
Christina Streicher
I won't lie I remember thinking who would run away from him he's so beautiful. I guess I'm just one of the weird ones who see past the physical and see the heart.