Rundgren is well known among his fans as being an electronic music revolutionary. His skilled production techniques, matched by his belief that he has ability to play just about any instrument at a mastery level, has allowed him to release some of the most honest and personal music of his time. Many of his solo albums, including Something/Anything?]' were made completely by himself. That is, he played all the instruments, sang all the vocals, did all of the recording, editing, mixing, and mastering.
Website: http://www.tr-i.com/
Core discography:
With Nazz:
1968 - Nazz
1969 - Nazz Nazz
1970 - Nazz III
Solo:
1970 - Runt
1971 - Runt. The Ballad of Todd Rundgren
1972 - Something/Anything?
1973 - A Wizard, a True Star
1974 - Todd
1975 - Initiation
1976 - Faithful
1978 - Hermit of Mink Hollow
1978 - Back to the Bars (live)
1981 - Healing
1983 - The Ever Popular Tortured Artist Effect
1985 - A Cappella
1989 - Nearly Human
1991 - 2nd Wind
1993 - No World Order
1995 - The Individualist
1997 - With a Twist
1998 - Up Against It
2000 - One Long Year
2003 - Can't Stop Running (live box set)
2004 - Liars
2008 - Arena
2011 - Todd Rundgren's Johnson
2011 - (re)Production
2013 - State
2015 - Global
2015 - Runddans (collaboration with Emil Nikolaisen and Hans-Peter Lindstrøm)
2017 - White Knight
With Utopia:
1974 - Todd Rundgren's Utopia
1975 - Another Live
1976 (released 2001) - Disco Jets
1977 - Ra
1977 - Oops! Wrong Planet
1980 - Adventures in Utopia
1980 - Deface the Music
1982 - Swing to the Right
1982 - Utopia
1984 - Oblivion
1985 - P.O.V.
2003 - Last of the New Wave Riders (live box set)
Hideaway
Todd Rundgren Lyrics
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Watching how you smile
Watching how you carry yourself around in a crowd
And watching what you say
You've got something that's a secret to the average eye
You've been saving something nobody's seen until now
In a hideaway
There are things you have a right to hide
But it's oh so cold
Standing on the outside
Will you take me to your secret hideaway
I won't tell nobody where I'm going
Won't you tell me that we're leaving right away
For the heart of your hideaway
Everybody's looking for a heaven on earth
A slice of paradise where nobody gets hurt
Someone to put the pieces back together again
When your daydreams die
Are you trying to get a message through the air to me?
Get me on your wavelength and tell me which way to go
To your hideaway
I can't stand another second in this tinker-toy world
Give me your direction
Don't make me wait anymore
It seems so far away
You can trust me with your secret fantasy
You will never know until you've tried
But it's oh so cold
Standing on the outside
I've been trying to get a message
Through the air to you
Get on my wavelength
And I'll tell you which way to go
To my hideaway
I will show you to my secret hideaway
We will tell nobody where we're going
The song "Hideaway" by Todd Rundgren is about a person who is intrigued by someone they have been watching. The singer has been observing the subject's behavior, actions and words in different situations, and has come to the conclusion that they have a something to hide, a secret. The singer acknowledges that everyone has a right to privacy and to keep some things to themselves, but they want to be taken to this person's "hideaway". They're asking to be allowed to get closer, to learn more about them and to be a part of their world.
The singer then goes on to express the desire to escape from their current life and enter the "heaven on earth" that this person's hideaway represents. It's a place where they can be themselves, where nobody gets hurt and where someone can help them put the pieces back together again when everything else seems to fall apart. The singer tries to get a message across to this person by asking them to get on their wavelength and tell them which way to go to find the hideaway. In the end, the singer asserts that they're willing to show them their own "hideaway" and that they both can share secrets without fear of being judged.
Overall, the song is about finding someone who has the potential to be a confidant, a place of safety, and a secret haven. It's about the desire to reach out to someone and inviting them to be a part of your life and instinctively know that they have it in them to provide the same in return.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been watching how you dance
I've been observing your body language and movements as you dance, trying to understand your personality and emotions
Watching how you smile
Noticing your smiles and trying to gauge your happiness and satisfaction
Watching how you carry yourself around in a crowd
Paying attention to how you act and present yourself when surrounded by other people
And watching what you say
Listening carefully to your words, analyzing their meaning and significance
You've got something that's a secret to the average eye
You possess some qualities or characteristics that are not apparent or obvious to most people
You've been saving something nobody's seen until now
You have been keeping something hidden or unexpressed until this moment
In a hideaway
In a secluded or private location, away from the public eye
I'm not trying to invade your privacy
I'm not attempting to intrude upon your personal space or boundaries
There are things you have a right to hide
You have the right to keep certain aspects of your life private, without explanation or justification
But it's oh so cold
The distance between us feels chilly, lonely, and uninviting
Standing on the outside
Feeling disconnected or excluded from your inner world or experiences
Will you take me to your secret hideaway
Can you please invite me into your private realm, where we can share and connect on a deeper level?
Everybody's looking for a heaven on earth
People are constantly searching for the perfect, idyllic place or experience
A slice of paradise where nobody gets hurt
A sanctuary or haven where there is no pain, suffering, or harm for anyone
Someone to put the pieces back together again
A person who can help heal or restore one's emotional wounds or brokenness
When your daydreams die
When one's hopes, plans, or aspirations fail to materialize or come true
Are you trying to get a message through the air to me?
Are you using subtle cues or hints to convey your feelings or intentions to me?
Get me on your wavelength and tell me which way to go
Help me to understand and align with your perspective or vibe, and guide me towards a more intimate connection
I can't stand another second in this tinker-toy world
I am feeling trapped, limited, and unfulfilled in a shallow or unimportant existence
Give me your direction
Provide me with guidance, inspiration, and purpose
Don't make me wait anymore
Please don't prolong the uncertainty or anticipation any further
It seems so far away
The possibility or hope of reaching a meaningful connection with you appears distant or unlikely
You can trust me with your secret fantasy
You can confide in me about your innermost desires, without fear or judgment
You will never know until you've tried
You won't understand the full extent or potential of our connection until you take a chance and explore it
I've been trying to get a message through the air to you
I have been attempting to signal or communicate with you nonverbally
Get on my wavelength
Tune in to my frequency or vibe, and join me in a mutual understanding
And I'll tell you which way to go
I'll help you find your path and direction, and we'll navigate towards a deeper level of intimacy
I will show you to my secret hideaway
I'll reveal my private inner realm to you, and share my hidden desires and feelings
We will tell nobody where we're going
We'll keep our connection and journey private, without exposing it to others or seeking their approval
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: STEVE LAMB, JON DEVERIL, STEVE THOMPSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Patrick Hartley
A song to make you feel good . Absolutely brilliant
Allen Pitch
Never get tired of this one- I can play it over and over and get lifted to a higher place and space in time. That's what Todd's music does for me pretty much everytime!
Us and Them, aka Kelly
Every day of my life reminds me of a Todd Rundgren song, especially this one. 👁️
sdovas
And from his "contractual obligation" album at that!
Kevin Swisher
Todd always has great moody melodies in his music. Todd should have been a bigger star than what he is today.
Us and Them, aka Kelly
Todd isA Wizard A True Star.
Elizabeth Singleton
Such a good one. He could put into words that make it feel so real.
Arnold Strickland
My friend took me to a Rundgren concert when I was like 22,I didn't even know who he was,it was one of the best concert performances I have ever seen,loved it,never forget Me. Rundgren
Michelle R Jackson
Blessings on you.. Todd can change your 🎶 musical taste. . Hope you you've journey's on.. Todd is unexplainable ❤
Dustin
Todd is a bad ass.