Bryan Adams (Reckless)
The Album
Bryan Adams (Reckless) is the fourth Studio Album by Adams. It was released on 5 November 1984 and was the first album by a Canadian to pass one million sales, as it went on to sell 12 million copies. It reached top positions on the charts and topped the Billboard 200. The album was recorded at Little Mountain Sound Studios, Vancouver.
The Album boasted no less than six hit singles. “Run to You”, “Somebody”, “Heaven”, “Summer of ’69”, “One-night love affair” and, “It’s only love”. “Summer of ’69” is an anthem of youth and nostalgia. Its energetic, feel-good vibe and memorable guitar riffs have made it an enduring classic that continues to resonate with listeners of all ages.
“Reckless” is a pivotal album in the career of Canadian singer-songwriter Bryan Adams. With its catchy hooks, heartfelt lyrics, and Adams’ distinctive raspy voice, the album not only became a commercial success but also solidified his status as a rock icon. In this review, we’ll delve into the tracks that made “Reckless” a timeless classic.
Conclusion
“Reckless” is an album that has stood the test of time. Its blend of rock, pop, and heartfelt lyrics make it an enduring classic that continues to capture the hearts of music lovers. Bryan Adams’ raspy voice and honest songwriting have left an indelible mark on the music industry, and “Reckless” remains a testament to his talent and legacy. Whether you’re a longtime fan or discovering it for the first time, “Reckless” is an album that deserves a place in every music collection.
Track Listing
- One Night Love Affair
- She’s Only Happy When She’s Danish
- Run To You
- Heaven
- Somebody
- Summer of ’69
- Kids want a Rock
- It’s Only Love
- Long Gone
- Ain’t Gonna Cry
Summer of ’69
Lyrics
I got my first real six-string
Bought it at the five-and-dime
Played it ’til my fingers bled
Was the summer of ’69
Me and some guys from school
Had a band and we tried really hard
Jimmy quit, Jody got married
I should’ve known we’d never get far
Oh, when I look back now
That summer seemed to last forever
And if I had the choice
Yeah, I’d always wanna be there
Those were the best days of my life
Ain’t no use in complaining
When you’ve got a job to do
Spent my evenings down at the drive-in
And that’s when I met you, yeah
Standing on your mama’s porch
You told me that you’d wait forever
Oh, and when you held my hand
I knew that it was now or never
Those were the best days of my life
Oh, yeah
Back in the summer of ’69, oh
Man, we were killing time
We were young and restless
We needed to unwind
I guess nothing can last forever
Forever, no
Yeah
And now the times are changing
Look at everything that’s come and gone
Sometimes when I play that old six-string
I think about you, wonder what went wrong
Standing on your mama’s porch
You told me that it’d last forever
Oh, and when you held my hand
I knew that it was now or never
Those were the best days of my life
Oh, yeah
Back in the summer of ’69
Oh
It was the summer of ’69
Oh, yeah
Me and my baby in ’69
Oh
It was the summer
The summer
The summer of ’69
Yeah