Category: Foreigner

A burst of electrifying guitar riffs, an anthem of rebirth, and a journey of emotional rediscovery; ‘Feels Like the First Time’ is not just a song—it’s a celebration of renewed love. Recorded by the British-American rock band Foreigner, this 1977 hit single evokes the freshness of new romance with a vigor that has allowed it to endure as a classic rock staple for decades.

When Foreigner unleashed ‘Hot Blooded’ upon the airwaves in 1978, they ignited a musical fervor that’s endured for decades. The quintessential rock anthem captures an era of unabashed expression and indulgent bravado, but beneath the scorching riffs and raucous refrains lies a richer tapestry of passion and youthful exuberance begging to be explored.

A siren call in the night, the track ‘Urgent’ by Foreigner hits a raw nerve with an unrelenting riff and a chorus that clings to the consciousness. Released as part of their 1981 ‘4’ album, ‘Urgent’ pulses with an energy that is both of its era and timeless, capturing the essence of longing wrapped in the sleek veneer of rock ‘n’ roll.

At the heart of the rock anthem ‘Juke Box Hero’ by Foreigner lies a narrative that transcends the normative boundaries of the quintessential rock song. The year was 1981, and Foreigner injected the airwaves with a story about raw ambition, an exemplar of the transformative power of music. ‘Juke Box Hero’ isn’t just about a catchy refrain or an infectious guitar riff; it’s a rock opera in miniature, a bildungsroman that unfolds in a tight, power-packed four and a half minutes.

In an era saturated with tales of fleeting affection and fast-love anthems, Foreigner’s ‘Waiting For A Girl Like You’ emerges not just as an ode to romantic yearning, but as an exploration of deep-seated hope and the patience it demands. The 1981 power ballad, wrapped in the soft caress of synthesizers and impassioned vocals, has endured through generations as a monument to an almost mythological love—one that thrives on the torment of anticipation.

At first glance, Foreigner’s timeless ballad ‘I Want to Know What Love Is’ appears to be a simple plea, a song yearning for understanding and connection. But beneath its anthemic chorus and soul-stirring melody lies a rich tapestry of human emotion and philosophical query. The 1984 hit speaks not just to the hearts of those who have felt the cold touch of loneliness, but also to the curious soul within all of us, desperate to define one of life’s most enigmatic concepts: love.

In the world of rock, anthems that stand the test of time often do so because they resonate with a universal theme that strikes a chord within the human spirit. ‘Cold as Ice’ by Foreigner is one such song, embedded within the annals of classic rock music not only for its catchy hook but for the profound narrative woven through its lyrics.