Hearts

Marty Balin

About Hearts

"Hearts" is a song written by Jesse Barish and performed by Marty Balin in 1981, included in his debut solo album Balin. It was Balin's third single in nineteen years (after his distant and unsuccessful songs "Nobody but You" and "I Specialize in Love"/"You Are the One" of 1962 ) and the biggest hit of his solo career. It reached #8 on the Billboard Hot 100, #9 on the U. S. adult contemporary chart, and #20 on the U. S. rock chart in 1981. The song was produced by John Hug. The single ranked #41 on the Billboard Year-End Hot 100 singles of 1981.  


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Is everything alright I just called to say
How lost I feel without you
Miles away I really can't believe I'm near
And how I still care about you
 
Hearts can break and never mend together
Love can fade away
Hearts could cry when love won't stay forever
Hearts can be that way
 
Is everything the same do you ever think of me
And how we loved one another
Will you change your mind will you wander back
Again or have you found yourself a new love
 
Hearts can break and never mend together
Love can fade away
Hearts could cry when love won't stay forever
Hearts can be that way
 
Is everything okay I just thought I'd write a song
To tell the world   how I miss you
Cause each and every day I think of all the words
I never said and all the chances that I had you
 
Hearts can break and never mend together
Love can fade away
Hearts could cry when love won't stay forever
Hearts can be that way
 
Hearts can be that way
Hearts can be is everything alright

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Marty Balin

Marty Balin (born Martyn Jerel Buchwald; January 30, 1942) is an American musician. He is best known as the founder and one of the lead singers of the psychedelic rock band Jefferson Airplane and its spin off Jefferson Starship. more »

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Written by: JESSIE NEAL BARISH

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13 facts about this song

Recipient of Accolades
"Hearts" is a celebrated hit of its time that earned Marty Balin the distinction of "Best Performance by a Male" at the Rock Music Awards in 1981.
Peak Chart Position
"Hearts" proved to be a success on the charts, as it reached No. 8 on the US Billboard Hot 100.
Album's Biggest Hit
It was the most successful single from Marty Balin's solo debut album "Balin," surpassing other hits on the same record.
Melodic Pattern
The song features a soft rock ballad that seamlessly blends Balin's expressive vocals with harmonious guitar and keyboard arrangements.
Length of the Song
The track is approximately 4 minutes and 32 seconds long, making it a rather extended piece for its time, in stark contrast with popular shortlength radio hits.
Integral Part of Marty Balin's Career
"Hearts" proved instrumental in furthering Balin's solo career after leaving Jefferson Starship, his previous band.
Album Producer
The song, along with the whole album, was produced by John Hug, a well-recognized producer in the music industry.
Year of Release
"Hearts" was released in the year 1981, marking a successful transition for Balin from a band performer to a successful solo artist.
The Lyrics
The lyrics of "Hearts," while not autobiographical, reflect a sense of personal emotion that is often associated with Balin's songwriting style.
Receival by the Audience
Music enthusiasts and fans of Balin generally received "Hearts" positively, commending Balin's ability to transition his musical style from psychedelic rock to soft rock.
Collaborative Effort
The song was a collective contribution from Balin's band, which included Andy Newmark on drums, Chuck Morrongiello on guitar, John McBurnie on background vocals along with Marty himself.
Critical Acclaim
"Hearts" has been cited as an excellent example of Balin's soul-infused rock ballads, comparable to his earlier work with Jefferson Airplane and Starship.
Songwriting Credits
Although Balin has many songwriting credits to his name, the primary songwriter of "Hearts" is Jesse Barish.

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