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QUARTERFLASH
HARDEN MY HEART
Guitar 1: Electric
Guitar 2: Electric Clean
Guitar 3: Electric Solo (EADGBD)
Guitar 2: Electric Clean
Guitar 3: Electric Solo (EADGBD)
About the Track
Song: Harden My Heart
Artist: Quarterflash
Album: Quarterflash
Released: April 6, 1981
Writer: Marv Ross, Rindy Ross
Chart Performance
"Harden My Heart" achieved commercial success on the music charts. It peaked at number 15 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States. Additionally, it reached number 1 on the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart. The song's popularity helped solidify Quarterflash's presence in the music scene during the early 1980s.
Lyrically Speaking
Lyrically, the song explores themes of emotional resilience and the desire to protect oneself from heartache and disappointment. It became one of Quarterflash's most successful hits, reaching the top of the charts and gaining significant airplay on radio stations during the early '80s. The catchy chorus and memorable instrumentation contributed to its lasting popularity and it remains a classic from that era.
Quarterflash is known for their blend of rock and new wave, and "Harden My Heart" exemplifies their style with its energetic sound and relatable lyrics.
About the Song
The music video for "Harden My Heart" features a mix of live performance footage of Quarterflash and narrative elements that complement the song's themes. It showcases the band's energetic style, with Lead Vocalist Rindy Ross performing passionately and demonstrating her charisma on screen.
The visual aesthetics include various settings, spotlighting the band's dynamic instrumentation and expressive vocals. The video emphasizes the emotional depth of the song while also highlighting the energetic rock vibe of the era. As with many music videos from the early '80s, it combines performance with a somewhat abstract storytelling approach, creating a memorable visual experience that resonates with the song's message of emotional resilience.
Overall, the video contributed to the song's popularity and helped promote Quarterflash during their peak.
Patrick Jones - Course author
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