For many listeners, 's late-'70s work left something to be desired. The head parrot had gone domestic and albums like and seemed more like afterthoughts than inspired artifacts. Against this backdrop, (1983) was something like a comeback, with 's best batch of songs since in 1978. Mellow with a production like presented the former party animal as a thoughtful dreamer. There are also pleasant pieces like which find in a confessional mode. Of course, it wouldn't be a typical album without a couple of humorous songs. While is a bit obnoxious, tell fun tales about being single and growing older. The album also has a bouncy version of may not qualify as classic , but it did prove that he still had a thing or two to say after the party was over. Like , it's also the type of album that's perfect for a weekend getaway at the beach. ~ Ronnie D. Lankford Jr.