Don't Talk to Strangers
Rick Springfield
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When you were just a young girl and still in school How come you never learned the golden rule Don't talk to strange men, don't be a fool I'm hearing stories, I don't think that's cool Why don't you tell me, someone is loving you 'Cause you're my girl, some say it's no longer true You're seeing some slick continental dude I'm begging you, please Don't talk to strangers, baby don't you talk Don't talk to strangers, you know he'll only use you up Don't talk, don't talk, don't talk, Don't talk, don't talk to him Nobody, talk, nobody, ever told you, don't talk Now tell me, how's life in the big city I hear the competition's tough, baby that's a pity And every man's an actor, every girl is pretty I don't like what's getting back to me Now who's this, don juan I've been hearing of Love hurts when only one's in love Did you fall at first sight or did you need a shove I'm begging you, please Don't talk to strangers, baby don't you talk Don't talk to strangers, you know he'll only use you up Don't talk, don't talk, don't talk, Don't talk, don't talk to him Nobody, talk, nobody ever told you, don't talk Fais l'amour avec moi What's he saying baby Viens dormir, mon amour (come to sleep my love) I asked you not to talk to him Je t'aime donne moi ton coeur ce soir (I like you to give me your heart this night) I'm begging you Don't talk to strangers, baby don't you talk Don't talk to strangers, you know he'll only use you up Don't talk, don't talk, don't talk, Don't talk, don't talk to him Nobody, talk, nobody ever told you, don't talk Don't talk to strangers, baby don't you talk Don't talk to strangers, you know he'll only use you up Don't talk to strangers, baby don't you, Baby don't you talk, Don't talk to strangers
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Written by: RICK SPRINGFIELD
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12 facts about this song
Artistry"Don't Talk To Strangers" was sung, written, and produced by Rick Springfield.
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Year of ReleaseIt was released in February 1982 as a part of Springfield's "Success Hasn't Spoiled Me Yet" album.
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Chart PerformanceThe song is Springfield's second of five top 10 hits on the Billboard Hot 100, peaking at No. 2 in May 1982.
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Music StyleThe song showcases Springfield's power pop style, featuring catchy hooks and a heavy guitar-driven sound.
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Album Success"Don't Talk To Strangers" was instrumental in the success of his "Success Hasn't Spoiled Me Yet" album, which eventually went platinum.
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Music VideoIts music video was widely broadcasted in the early days of MTV, helping to solidify Springfield's status as a teen idol.
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InspirationRick Springfield has indicated that the song was written about his feelings of mistrust and suspicion when he was away from his girlfriend (at the time) and on tour.
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Live PerformancesThis song remains a fan favorite and a staple in Rick Springfield's live performances.
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Critical ReceptionEven after decades of its release, "Don't Talk To Strangers" is often cited as one of Rick Springfield's best songs.
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Cover VersionsOther artists, including Foo Fighters, have covered this iconic song in concert performances.
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Award NominationThe song was nominated for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance at the 25th Annual Grammy Awards in 1983.
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Enduring Popularity"Don't Talk to Strangers" continues to receive airtime on 80's and classic rock radio stations today.
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