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Late, Late at Night
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LENGTH12 hrs and 17 mins
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RELEASE DATE10-12-10
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Program TypeAudiobook
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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
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Theresa New Orleans, LA, United States 10-16-10 Member Since 2001- HELPFUL VOTES
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"Late night snack"
As a child of the 80s It pains me to not like this book- Jesse's Girl was first song I heard coming out of my very first radio. It seemed like a sign, and I loved RS thereafter.
Which now seems rather ironic, given that he loves to talk about "signs" in his bio. And his many trysts, not to mention going on and on about how wonderful the wife he keeps cheating on is. And his depression, which he calls "Mr. D," and seems quite reminiscent of Dexter's Dark Passenger.
But none of it is in much depth- he's miserable enough to end up on lithium for a time, but doesn't really describe what either the depression or the relief feel like. He uses and tosses away many (many) girls but doesn't explain the inner mechanism that drives him to it. He and his wife have many issues to overcome, but there's no real explanation of how they do this- she's just "endlessly understanding" as they "work together."
Plus RS wants it both ways. In the book he literally chastises the reader for standing in judgement of him about all his behavior- some of which is quite creepy, including the only affair he goes into depth about, involving a clearly crazy kid with daddy issues. Yet without the sort of behavior that begets chastisement, what kind of book deal would he have gotten?
I have no doubt that he's suffered immensely in his life, both by circumstance and through his own actions. It would have been a much better book if the reader was able to find a larger sense of growth after his "late late night" finally ended.7 of 7 people found this review helpful -
Cheryl Southampton, MA, United States 10-15-10 Member Since 2009
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"Didn't like this book"
I was hoping there was some wisdom to be found in this book due to his battle with depression, but heard none. I found it slow moving and depressing.
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"Very honest"
I have been a fan for a long time however, have watched his recent troubles in the press and wondered what was really happening with him. This book is candid and makes Rick Springfield seem more human with the same problems we all have. The fact that he narrated it himself is a plus and by being truthful despite of any fall out from fans made this a worthwhile read. Highly recommend.
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"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.
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"Great book if you are a fan"
I really enjoyed this book. It offers a lot of insight regarding the inspiration for many of his songs. Sure, his life was a bit odd, but it is what it is. I love that he narrated the book himself. It added an air of personalization to the whole experience.
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"Absolute MUST for RS fans!!"
Would you consider the audio edition of Late, Late at Night to be better than the print version?I didnt read the print version but I can 100% say its better than the print version because RS is the narrator and he's fantastic.
What did you like best about this story?Everything
What about Rick Springfield’s performance did you like?His Aussie accent, his sarcasm and honesty.
Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?Yes. It made me respect him for being real and I'm a bigger fan because of it.
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"Idol to old man"
Really enjoyed this as big fan of his back in the day. Glad he read it as it makes it more personal and he has the emotion for his life that others just can't pull off. Learnt things about him that I didn't know and who knew 'Jessie's Girl' was really Gary's girl!
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"A MUST READ FOR RICK LOVERS."
If you could sum up Late, Late at Night in three words, what would they be?HONEST, SURPRISING, FANTASTIC
Who was your favorite character and why?RICK OF COURSE
What does Rick Springfield bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?IT IS HIS STORY AND HE KNOWS HOW TO TELL IT
Any additional comments?THIS BOOK SHOWS A SIDE OF RICK THAT MAY SURPRISE, SHOCK AND POSSIBLY DISAPPOINT YOU. YOU SHOULD KEEP AN OPEN MIND WHEN READING IT. HE IS OPEN AND HONEST AND CAPTIVATING IN MY OPINION. I HAVE LOVED RICK SINCE THE 70'S AND LOVE HIM EVEN MORE AFTER LISTENING TO HIS BOOK.
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"Loved it"
As a Springfield fan, I enjoy the book. I enjoyed that fact that he narrated it. He has a interesting life and had lots of lows as well as highs in his career. I for one am glad the "rope broke"
0 of 0 people found this review helpful