Late, Late at Night

By: Rick Springfield

Narrated by: Rick Springfield

Length: 12 hrs and 13 mins

Publisher's summary

In a searingly candid memoir that he authored himself, Grammy Award-winning pop icon Rick Springfield pulls back the curtain on his image as a bright, shiny, happy performer to share the startling story of his rise and fall and rise in music, film, and television, and his lifelong battle with depression.

In the 1980s, singer-songwriter and actor Rick Springfield seemed to have it all: a megahit single in "Jessie’s Girl", sold-out concert tours, follow-up hits that sold more than 17 million albums. He became the pop soundtrack for an entire generation, including the 12 million daily viewers who avidly tuned in to General Hospital to swoon over his portrayal of the handsome Dr. Noah Drake. Yet lurking behind his success as a pop star and soap opera heartthrob and his unstoppable drive was a moody, somber, and dark soul, one filled with depression and insecurity.

In Late, Late at Night, the memoir his millions of fans have been waiting for, Rick takes readers inside the highs and lows of his extraordinary life. By turns winningly funny and heartbreakingly sad, every page resonates with Rick’s witty, wry, self-deprecating, brutally honest voice. On one level, he reveals the inside story of his ride to the top of the entertainment world. On a second, deeper level, he recounts with unsparing candor the forces that have driven his life, including his longtime battle with depression and thoughts of suicide, the shattering death of his father, and his decision to drop out at the absolute peak of fame.

Having finally found a more stable equilibrium, Rick’s story is ultimately a positive one, deeply informed by his passion for creative expression through his music, a deep love of his wife of 26 years and their two sons, and his life-long quest for spiritual peace.

©2010 Rick Springfield (P)2010 Simon and Schuster Audio

honest and raw, captivating and jaw dropping

fun and exciting to read the life and times of a rockstar, in search of fame, fortune,
and identity

Quite the Journey

Surprise, laughter and tears a wonderful relatable (in most ways :) experience. Loved listening to his story in his own rhythm.

Human after all

What made the experience of listening to Late, Late at Night the most enjoyable?

Most enjoyable was to hear this in Rick Springfield's own voice!

What did you like best about this story?

I enjoyed Rick's humor while sharing his life with us. I also appreciate his candidness and honestly in his shared laughter and pain.

Have you listened to any of Rick Springfield’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

Only his music and acting. I love both.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

The Darkness Hasn't Spoiled Me Yet

Any additional comments?

This was a very interesting book. It was very enjoyable and Rick seemed to write what and how he felt. He gave it to us straight and I am happy that he has someone to share his life with. This book let us enter his life and share his views of his success and the demons he's faced. I can certainly understand his depression. It is not an easy thing to get a grip on. May God Bless him and his family. I'm glad he will finally get his own Star in Hollywood next year.

Late, Late at Night

Very good felt a great connection to Rick with him as narrator of the audible book

Different.. in a really good way.

Throughly enjoyed the honesty and openness that he gives. I don't feel alone anymore.

Rick Mother Fucking Springfield

RMFS never disappoints! I have the hardback of this but listening to it with his voice and personality makes it come to life.

I FEEL YA

Very real. Very honest. I give RS a big hug for having the courage to share his story. Big balls Big heart. He was my obsession when I was a young girl, and I thought I would be his wife. Lol. I can relate in many different ways to this book. But I actually did lose my 15yr old daughter by a drunk driver in 2008. I suffer as well with Mr. D along with my restlessness and unworthiness. I try and follow the same thing as today is a birth of a new. I believe B is for Rick and would love to have dinner with them and my husband. This book is excellent. Full of descriptions you can not only see but feel. Thank you Rick, Melody

Loved This Book!

Rick is talented to his core & God Bless B for being his rock so the world can benefit from him being in it. Recently attended 2 of his concerts…he just turned 74 & you’d never know he wasn’t 25. He WALKS into the crowd in the middle of Human Touch. Incredible connection with the fans and touched me on many levels. I was in the front row & saw him sign a copy of this book and knew I had to read it. But seriously, Listening to him narrate was everything.

Rick - bless you and thank you for “touching” and reawakening me. Please never listen to Mr D. ♥️

Rick Springfield Fan!

I’ve been a huge RS fan since the early 80’s. When I started to notice boys. Couldn’t get enough of his music and yes, looking at him.
I have to say I was very surprised at many of his indiscretions. I guess back then I was naïve and had no idea. I respect your bravery for telling your story in truth. I must add Barbara is a saint.!!

Shock and awe

This tome is both very engaging and cringe inducing but as read by the author, still quite enjoyable. You expect tales of Rock and Roll excess and you get it! Don't be confused by some reviews, he doesn't excuse what he's done but he tries to provide a reason for it as best this broken man can. It may change how you think about some of his music.