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.
I Get Excited
Rick Springfield Lyrics
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But you're not gonna play
You just ignore what your body is tryin' to say
I got the feelin' that you're playin'
And we're both gonna win
And I think this angel's about to sin
I get excited
I get excited
There's heaven in your eyes tonight
The fire's ignited down below
It's burning bright
Oh baby, stay, we got all night, all night
Baby please, I can't please
If I'm on my knees tonight
No baby, you don't look that nervous
When you bite your lip
You keep 'em open when we kiss
You're a hypocrite
You got my body dancin' tangos
In three four time
This angel's gonna spread her wings tonight
I get excited
Just thinkin' what you might be like
I get excited
There's heaven in your eyes tonight
The fire's ignited down below
It's burning bright
Oh baby, stay, we got all night, all night
We got all night, all night
Baby please, I can't please
If I'm on my knees tonight
Tonight, tonight
Baby, I can feel your heart beat
Can't you feel the heat
Baby's got the cold feet, fire below
Oh baby stay we got
Oh baby stay we got all night, all night
We got, all night, all night
Baby please, I can't please
If I'm on my knees
All night, all night
We've got, all night, all night
Baby please, I can't please
If I'm on my knees tonight
Tonight
"I Get Excited" is an upbeat and sensual song that is about a man trying to convince a woman to let go of her inhibitions and give into her desires. He notices that she likes the game of temptation but is reluctant to engage in it. The man is keenly aware of the attraction and chemistry between them, and he imagines what it would be like to be with her. He begs her to stay the night and give into the heat of the moment. Rick Springfield's use of repetition in the chorus, "I get excited," emphasizes the intensity of his feelings for this woman.
The first verse reveals that the woman enjoys the game of attraction but doesn't want to take it any further. She is ignoring what she really wants, and the man knows that they both want to take it to the next level. He is confident that they will both "win" if they indulge in this desire. The second verse delves into the hypocrisy of the situation. The woman seems hesitant, but her body language tells a different story. The man notices how she bites her lip and kisses with her eyes open. He sees that she is dancing along to the temptation and is ready to spread her wings.
The song is a classic throwback to the 80s rock sound that Rick Springfield was known for. His use of electric guitar and masterful chord progressions adds to the seductive and exciting tone of the song. The chorus is catchy and easy to sing along to, making it a hit at parties and concerts. The lyrics themselves are straightforward, but Springfield's vocal delivery and ability to convey emotion add depth to the song.
Line by Line Meaning
Well, you admit you like the game
You acknowledge that you are interested in engaging in this activity
But you're not gonna play
However, you have no intention of participating
You just ignore what your body is tryin' to say
You are neglecting your physical desires
I got the feelin' that you're playin'
I sense that you are actually interested, despite what you say
And we're both gonna win
If you join in, you and I will both benefit
And I think this angel's about to sin
I believe that someone as good as you is about to engage in morally questionable behavior
I get excited
I become very enthusiastic
Just thinkin' what you might be like
Merely imagining what you are like is thrilling to me
There's heaven in your eyes tonight
I sense a blissful sense of pleasure in your eyes tonight
The fire's ignited down below
There is a passionate feeling within me
It's burning bright
This feeling is intense
Oh baby, stay, we got all night, all night
Please stay, we have plenty of time
Baby please, I can't please
However, I can't satisfy you if I am the one on my knees tonight
If I'm on my knees tonight
If I am the submissive one tonight
No baby, you don't look that nervous
You do not appear to be very anxious
When you bite your lip
Despite any nerves, you exhibit seductive behavior
You keep 'em open when we kiss
Your eyes remain open when we are intimately entwined
You're a hypocrite
You are inconsistent in your behavior
You got my body dancin' tangos
You make me feel excited and filled with energy
In three four time
In a certain musical rhythm
This angel's gonna spread her wings tonight
You are about to do something daring that is not in line with your typical behavior
Baby, I can feel your heart beat
I can sense your physical excitement
Can't you feel the heat
Can't you sense the electric attraction between us?
Baby's got the cold feet, fire below
You are hesitant, but there's a passionate feeling within you
Oh baby stay we got
Please don't leave because we have
Tonight, tonight
The excitement is mounting with each passing moment
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Rick Springfield
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sam ami
I remembered that Rick had told he would not like to come back to any music scene by himself on a radio station in '90s.- Probably he hoped to keep a quiet & peaceful private environment with his good family, I agree.
But now he has finally come back in front of us !!
Thanks a lot mate, Rick, I have been waiting for you here in Japan.
I went to your live concert at BU-DOU-KAN in Japan in 1986.
I have continued to learn English language by myself to understand books written in English & communicate with foreign peoples.
I trust you, Rick.
Please keep singing forever.
Sincerely yours
from your good fun always.
Anju Anita
Well, you admit you like the game
But you're not gonna play
You just ignore what your body is tryin' to say
I got the feelin' that you're playin'
And we're both gonna win
And I think this angel's about to sin
I get excited
Just thinkin' what you might be like
I get excited
There's heaven in your eyes tonight
The fire's ignited down below
It's burning bright
Oh baby, stay, we got all night, all night
Baby please, I can't please
If I'm on my knees tonight
No baby, you don't look that nervous
When you bite your lip
You keep 'em open when we kiss
You're a hypocrite
You got my body dancin' tangos
In three four time
This angel's gonna spread her wings tonight
I get excited
Just thinkin' what you might be like
I get excited
There's heaven in your eyes tonight
The fire's ignited down below
It's burning bright
Oh baby, stay, we got all night, all night
We got all night, all night
Baby please, I can't please
If I'm on my knees tonight
Tonight, tonight
Baby, I can feel your heart beat
Can't you feel the heat
Baby's got the cold feet, fire below
Oh baby stay we got
Oh baby stay we got all night, all night
We got, all night, all night
Baby please, I can't please
If I'm on my knees
All night, all night
We've got, all night, all night
Baby please, I can't please
If I'm on my knees tonight
Tonight
Rachel Rieder
I've loved him since I was 12! Still adore him and I'm 50♥️♥️♥️♥️
RickSpring field
@NANCY MONYHAN Wow it a pleasure to have you here , how long have you been a fan and have you ever been to my concert show before ??? 🌹💋💋❤💋
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@Carol Burgan Thanks for your love and support I really appreciate ❤️
Where are you supporting from?
David Ball Music🎵
@NANCY MONYHAN Thank you so much for taking your time to express your love and support ❤️.
I know you will be surprised to get a reply from me,this is my personal account for chatting with my fans.
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Malia Premi
@NANCY MONYHAN Same girl, same!!
NANCY MONYHAN
I’m 51 and it was my first concert at age 12. He is so beautiful!❤️🔥❤️
Lisa Cunningham
My idea of heaven would be to go back to the early '80s and just listen to this kind of music, LIVE, over and over again! That's HEAVEN.
David Ball Music🎵
Thank you so much for taking your time to express your love and support ❤️.
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Melissa Wesco
Cannot imagine my life without this man and his music!!
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