Whatever Happened To… Rick Springfield?

Love Somebody – Rick Springfield (1984)
Born Richard Springthorpe, this Australian singer-songwriter (and actor) first charted in the US in the early 70’s but didn’t dominate until the early 80’s when his acting and musical careers took off. This single was his last appearance in the US Top 10, but he continued to release well-received albums throughout the remainder of the 80’s. The 90’s saw him spending more time with his family and focusing on acting. He “came back” with an album in 1999 and has released albums regularly in the ensuing years. His most recent album, a collection of children’s songs, came out in 2009. His autobiography was published in 2010, and he continues to tour internationally.