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)
Lucky Guy
Todd Rundgren Lyrics
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Unafraid of any mountain
Sure that the gods won't let him fall
Should he fall, he will always get up again
If he's hurt, he never shows it
If he's wrong, nobody knows it
Seems like he never has to try
And when there's pain, he never minds it
When it's lost, he always finds it
Nobody really knows just why
He just must be a lucky guy
I wish I was that lucky guy
In Todd Rundgren's song, "Lucky Guy," the artist explores the concept of a person who appears to be impervious to life's trials and tribulations. The subject, referred to as "Lucky Guy," is described as fearless, confident, and self-assured in the face of adversity, always relying on his own innate resilience to bounce back. He never lets anyone see his pain or vulnerability, and even when he is wrong, he manages to emerge unscathed. This is a sharp contrast to the singer, who wishes he could be more like this seemingly indestructible figure.
The song seems to be an expression of admiration and envy for Lucky Guy's abilities, while also acknowledging the difficulty of living up to such a lofty ideal. The song's lyrics capture the sense of isolation and defeat that often accompany feelings of inadequacy, as the singer struggles to find a way to emulate Lucky Guy's self-assuredness. The message of the song is that some people are innately gifted with good fortune and the ability to overcome obstacles, but that doesn't mean those without those skills should give up hope.
Line by Line Meaning
Some people don't seem real at all
There are certain individuals who give an impression of not being genuine or authentic.
Unafraid of any mountain
Feeling no fear or apprehension about facing any sort of challenge or obstacle.
Sure that the gods won't let him fall
Being confident that a higher power or fate will prevent him from experiencing failure or disaster.
Should he fall, he will always get up again
Even if he encounters setbacks or failures, he possesses the resilience and determination to keep going and recover.
If he's hurt, he never shows it
Even when he is emotionally or physically injured, he doesn't reveal his pain or vulnerability to others.
If he's wrong, nobody knows it
Even when he makes mistakes or bad decisions, he is able to conceal them from others or portray himself as infallible.
Seems like he never has to try
Appearing to achieve success or accomplishments with little effort or difficulty, as if things always come naturally to him.
He just must be a lucky guy
The artist assumes that this person's good fortune, success, and ability to overcome adversity must be attributable to luck rather than any inherent qualities or hard work.
And when there's pain, he never minds it
Even when confronted with pain, suffering, or hardship, he is able to maintain a positive attitude and outlook.
When it's lost, he always finds it
Regardless of what is lost or taken away, he manages to retrieve or regain it through ingenuity, resilience, or good luck.
Nobody really knows just why
Despite observing and admiring his apparent ease and success, nobody can explain what sets him apart or makes him so exceptional.
I wish I was that lucky guy
The artist expresses a sense of envy or desire to have the same qualities, blessings, or accomplishments as the person described in the song.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JUSTIN CURRIE, IAIN WALLACE HARVIE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Andrea Prodan
That synth solo just has me in ecstasy....every time!
Sébastien Famery
I don't know whether it's a double-tracked guitar or a synth solo but you might be right about that
David Petersmark
Todd is such a lucky guy!
Robert Hughes
This will always be my favorite
Bill Lancaster
Beauty is NOT skin deep... It goes far deeper... This is my sorrow in this life... It is also my joy... I want peace for my people... And I do not care the cost. Hope to all....
David Lynch
Perfect.
Chris Roh Hyun
Lovely song...
Actually today i found out that this is Original
I thought that Kim Wilde is origin but that's okay
This is good too.....
Dan Andersen
thanks for liking my quote from the song "Lucky Guy", by Todd Rundgren. From Hermit at Mink Hollow. It's always nice to be greeted for something, if you know what I mean?
Dan Andersen
I've listened to Todd Rundgren for a long time. Hermit at Mink Hollow, I bought as one of my first records, and I still have it. He's nothing but an old hippie, with good music, and bad too, cause I don't like so much of his band Utopia. But some of it is a blessing in disguise.
Dan Andersen
I can be such a hard dog to listen to, and I don't have dislikes of younger people than myself, so I leave this, and delete my angry, stupid comment!