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It’s a DBL Play Wednesday 80’s at 8 with a DBL shot of Billy Squier. The first track was “My Kinda Lover”. Billy Squier’s “My Kind of Lover” is a timeless rock anthem that captivated audiences upon its release in 1981. Featured on his acclaimed album “Don’t Say No,” this energetic track showcases Squier’s signature guitar-driven sound and his ability to deliver catchy hooks. With its infectious rhythm and seductive lyrics, “My Kind of Lover” quickly became a fan favorite and solidified Billy Squier as a prominent figure in the rock music scene of the ’80s.
Released on April 13, 1981, “Don’t Say No” marked Billy Squier’s second studio album. Produced by Squier himself, along with Reinhold Mack, the album was a commercial and critical success, propelling Squier to new heights of fame. With its hard-hitting guitar riffs, memorable choruses, and passionate vocals, “Don’t Say No” established Squier as one of the leading forces in the rock genre.
“My Kind of Lover” became one of the standout tracks from “Don’t Say No” and contributed significantly to the album’s success. It reached #31 on the US Mainstream rock Chart and # 45 on the Hot 100. achieved remarkable chart success, reaching number 5 on the 200 album chart, Squier’s highest-charting album to date. The album remained on the chart for over two years, propelled by the strength of hits like “The Stroke” and “In the Dark.” The widespread popularity of “Don’t Say No” played a crucial role in boosting “My Kind of Lover’s” recognition.
The music video for “My Kinda Lover” has Billy and his band performing the song in true early 80’s style. Check it out below:
The second track in the Bill Squier DBL Play was “Don’t Say You Love Me”. Serving as the lead single from his sixth album, “Hear & Now,” the song achieved considerable success on the charts and played a crucial role in revitalizing Squier’s career.
Upon its release, “Don’t Say You Love Me” climbed #4 on the Mainstream Rock chart, marking Squier’s first Top 5 hit on radio since his 1984 release, “Rock Me Tonite.” The song’s popularity extended beyond rock radio, as its music video received substantial airplay on MTV, reintroducing Squier to a wider audience and contributing to the success of the “Hear & Now” album, which received gold certification.
“Don’t Say You Love Me” was recorded during the sessions for the “Hear & Now” album but did not make it onto the final tracklist. The song served as the B-side to the single release, paired with “Too Much.” However, “Too Much” remained a rarity, only available on the original US cassette single and Australian 7″ vinyl. In later years, Squier made the song available as a download-only track on his website. Additionally, when purchasing the entire “Hear & Now” album, “Too Much” is included as a bonus track.
“Don’t Say You Love Me” stands as a pivotal song in Billy Squier’s career. Its chart success and accompanying music video not only propelled the “Hear & Now” album to gold certification but also reestablished Squier’s presence on radio and MTV and remains a testament to Squier’s musical prowess and ability to connect with listeners.
The music video features Squier and his band performing “Don’t Say You Love Me” with hot 80’s models dancing around and around. Check it out below:
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