Solitary One

Rick Springfield · Other Songs - Rick Springfield

You know it gets too much

And sometimes she cries like a baby

But she's almost certain it'll pass

When she becomes a lady



But while she's still a young girl

Love is avoidin' her

And thank God for the radio

And the color TV, oh, oh, oh, oh



Heroes are hard to find in the cold world

But not in her mind

And she's talkin' to Jesus

During the radio station breaks



And she's on her knees, fallin' on her knees

Askin' how the world can be so cold to her

And she listens to the records, playin' on the radio

And she's fallin' in love with a singer



Now she's feelin' better and she's feelin' good

But she's coming down by the time the song is over

And she starts feelin' lonely

Feelin' she's the only ordinary solitary one

All alone the solitary one



Oh, hurryin' home, oh God, it's been one of those bad days

But with a flick of a switch and a twist of the dial

She gets love on the airwaves

And they send her favorite lovers to keep her satisfied

And she's talkin' to Jesus during the radio station breaks



And she's on her knees, fallin' on her knees

Askin' how the world can be so cold to her

And she listens to the records playin' on the radio

And she's fallin' in love with a singer, ooh



Now she's feelin' better 'cause she's feelin' good

But she's comin' down by the time the song is over

And she starts feelin' lonely

Feelin' she's the only ordinary solitary one

All alone solitary one



And she's on her knees, fallin' on her knees

Askin' how the world can be so cold to her

And she starts feelin' lonely

Feelin' she's the only ordinary solitary one

All alone the solitary one



All alone the solitary one

All alone the solitary one

All alone the solitary one

About Solitary One

Rick Springfield's "Solitary One" stands as a defining track from his 1981 debut album, *Venus in Overdrive*, capturing the raw energy and introspective mood characteristic of his early work. The song exemplifies the new wave and rock influences that shaped Springfield's career, blending melodic hooks with a lyrical focus on isolation and personal struggle. As a lead single, it showcased his ability to craft emotionally resonant pop-rock anthems that resonated deeply with audiences during the early 1980s. The recording reflects the transitional period in Springfield's musical journey, where he moved beyond pure new wave into a more polished rock sound that would define his subsequent success. Its enduring appeal lies in its straightforward yet powerful composition, which remains a staple of his discography and a testament to his early impact on the genre. The track continues to be recognized for its ability to convey complex feelings through accessible melodies, cementing its place in the catalog of classic rock and roll.