Whatever You Want
Status Quo · 1979
62 min · 16 tracks · hard rock · classic rock · boogie rock
A vibrant blend of boogie rock and hard rock driven by catchy hooks and anthemic choruses.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- catchy hooks and melodies dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions
- Context
- Released on October 1, 1979, 'Whatever You Want' was Status Quo's ninth studio album, following their commercial success with 'Rockin' All Over the World'. At this stage in their career, the band was solidifying their status as one of the UK's leading rock acts, continuing to build on the momentum gained from their previous hits.
- If you like
- hard rock, classic rock, boogie rock
Whatever You Want is an album by Status Quo, released in 1979. A vibrant blend of boogie rock and hard rock driven by catchy hooks and anthemic choruses. 'Whatever You Want' became one of Status Quo's most commercially successful albums, reaching No. 4 on the UK Albums Chart. The title track became a staple of their live shows and helped further establish their reputation as a leading force in the boogie rock genre during the late 70s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Whatever You Want sound like?
A vibrant blend of boogie rock and hard rock driven by catchy hooks and anthemic choruses. Rooted in hard rock and classic rock.
What makes Whatever You Want by Status Quo notable?
'Whatever You Want' became one of Status Quo's most commercially successful albums, reaching No. 4 on the UK Albums Chart. The title track became a staple of their live shows and helped further establish their reputation as a leading force in the boogie rock genre during the late 70s. Released on October 1, 1979, 'Whatever You Want' was Status Quo's ninth studio album, following their commercial success with 'Rockin' All Over the World'. At this stage in their career, the band was solidifying their status as one of the UK's leading rock acts, continuing to build on the momentum gained from their previous hits.
Who is Whatever You Want for?
Whatever You Want works well if you're into catchy hooks and melodies, dynamic emotional journeys and long, immersive listening sessions.
How many songs are on Whatever You Want?
Whatever You Want has 16 tracks, running approximately 62 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Whatever You Want Standout 4:03
- 2 Shady Lady Standout 3:02
- 3 Who Asked You 3:59
- 4 Your Smiling Face 4:23
- 5 Living on an Island Standout 4:50
- 6 Come Rock With Me 3:17
- 7 Rockin’ On 3:24
- 8 Runaway 4:38
- 9 High Flyer 3:51
- 10 Breaking Away 6:41
- 11 Hard Ride 3:36
- 12 Bad Company 4:29
- 13 Another Game in Town (demo) 2:20
- 14 Shady Lady (demo) 2:51
- 15 Rearrange (demo) 3:07
- 16 Living on an Island (single version) 3:54
Release Date
October 1, 1979
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
62 min 32 sec
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