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.
Love Is the Key
Rick Springfield Lyrics
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Oh what can we lose if our hearts are together-love is the key
Kick out your shoes and get down with it-love is the key
Just let the music take you there, and open your heart to the world
Love is the key, love is the key, so plain to see, love is the key
Here's what I've found, love really makes the world go 'round
Ooh, kick out the blues and let the music take you-love is the key
How can we lose, its not gonna break you-love is the key
Kick out your shoes and get down with it-love is the key
And sing to the world to listen, listen and open their ears to the music
Love is the key, love is the key, so plain to see, love is the key
Here's what I've found, love really makes the world go 'round
Love is the key, love is the key
Just let the music take your there and open your heart to the world
Love is the key, love is the key, so plain to see, love is the key
Here's what I've found, love really makes the world go 'round
In the song Love Is the Key by Rick Springfield, the lyrics talk about the power of love and how it can bring people together. The chorus emphasizes this idea, repeating the phrase "Love is the key" several times. The verses encourage the listener to let the music take them away and open their hearts to the world.
The song's optimistic tone suggests that love can overcome any obstacle or difficulty in life. It encourages listeners to let go of their worries and enjoy the moment, and emphasizes that love is the most important thing in life. By letting love guide us, we can make a difference in the world, connect with others, and find a sense of purpose and meaning.
Overall, the lyrics to Love Is the Key promote the idea that love has the power to heal, inspire, and transform our lives. It encourages us to embrace the power of love and let it guide us through life's ups and downs.
Line by Line Meaning
Here is the news to make you feel better, love is the key
Love is the solution to all problems
Oh what can we lose if our hearts are together-love is the key
When we are together and have love in our hearts, nothing can be lost
Kick out your shoes and get down with it-love is the key
Let go of your worries and celebrate love
Just let the music take you there, and open your heart to the world
Allow the music to transport you to a place of openness and love
Here's what I've found, love really makes the world go 'round
Love is what drives the world forward
Ooh, kick out the blues and let the music take you-love is the key
Overcome sadness by embracing the power of music and love
How can we lose, its not gonna break you-love is the key
When we have love, we cannot lose or be broken
And sing to the world to listen, listen and open their ears to the music
Spread the message of love and encourage others to open themselves to its power
Love is the key, love is the key, so plain to see, love is the key
Love is the answer to everything
Just let the music take your there and open your heart to the world
Allow yourself to be moved by music and embrace love for the world
Here's what I've found, love really makes the world go 'round
Love is what gives the world its momentum
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Written by: RICK SPRINGFIELD
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