• Artist: Pat Benatar
• Flags: Lyrics are included with the album
• Rating:
• Styles: Arena Rock, Pop/Rock, Album Rock
• Similar Albums: Whirlygig [Japan], Lies: The Very Best of the Knickerbockers, Everybody Loves a Clown/She's Just My Style [Collectables], The Very Best of Peter Frampton, Rockin' in the Weary Land, Whirlygig, Martyrs & Madmen: The Best of Roger Daltrey, Live at the Lava Lounge, Harden My Heart: The Best of Quarterflash, Greatest Hits [1997], Frontiers, Escape

Review

Pat Benatar's forgotten 1997 album, Innamorata, is an acoustic-heavy collection in keeping with the organic, acoustic trend popular in the '90s, yet still incorporates Benatar's trademark rock & roll soul. The songs on this set are not the traditional electric guitar fare -- these songs are fleshed out with strings and acoustic guitars, yet they still manage to rock like Benatar's best. The album has its share of moody, bluesy songs, such as "Dirty Little Secrets" and "I Don't Want to Be Your Friend," as well as acoustic ballads, such as "Papa's Roses." But the best are the straight-ahead rockers like "At This Time," "River of Love" (which also possesses an irresistibly soulful groove), the catchy, radio-ready "Only You," and the amazing "Strawberry Wine." The album is mature, the music is soulful and gutsy, and Benatar's operatic voice is in fine form. This sadly overlooked set is a must for any self-respecting fan of one of rock & roll's true top-notch queens, and proves that this gal's artistry is right on track. ~ Jose F. Promis, All Music Guide

Tracks

Track Title	iTunes	Composers	Performers	Time
Guitar Intro			Pat Benatar	(:23)
Only You		Neil Giraldo, Pat Giraldo	Pat Benatar	(6:05)
River of Love		Neil Giraldo, Pat Giraldo	Pat Benatar	(5:17)
I Don't Want to Be Your Friend		Neil Giraldo	Pat Benatar	(5:09)
Strawberry Wine		Neil Giraldo, Pat Giraldo	Pat Benatar	(5:53)
Purgatory		Neil Giraldo	Pat Benatar	(4:54)
At This Time		Neil Giraldo	Pat Benatar	(4:19)
Dirty Little Secrets		Neil Giraldo, Brad Thiel	Pat Benatar	(4:36)
Angry		Neil Giraldo	Pat Benatar	(5:18)
In These Times		Pat Benatar, Neil Giraldo	Pat Benatar	(4:08)
Innamorata		Neil Giraldo	Pat Benatar	(6:48)
Gina's Song			Pat Benatar	(3:23)

Credits

Pat Benatar (Percussion), Pat Benatar (Tambourine), Pat Benatar (Vocals), Pat Benatar (Vocals (Background)), Pat Benatar (Main Performer), Pat Benatar (Mixing), John Aguto (Mixing Assistant), Scott Breadman (Percussion), Scott Breadman (Bongos), Scott Breadman (Bells), Ray Brinker (Percussion), Ray Brinker (Cymbals), Ray Brinker (Drums), Russ Fowler (Engineer), Russ Fowler (Mixing), Joe Gastwirt (Mastering), Neil Giraldo (Guitar (Acoustic)), Neil Giraldo (Bass), Neil Giraldo (Guitar), Neil Giraldo (Percussion), Neil Giraldo (Guitar (Electric)), Neil Giraldo (Keyboards), Neil Giraldo (Organ (Hammond)), Neil Giraldo (Piano (Electric)), Neil Giraldo (Guitar (12 String)), Neil Giraldo (Producer), Neil Giraldo, Dennis Keeley (Photography), Steve MacMillan (Engineer), Mick Mahan (Bass), Mick Mahan (Fretless Bass), Doug Norwine (Sax (Tenor)), Allison Cornell (Piano), Allison Cornell (Violin), Allison Cornell (Keyboards), Allison Cornell (Viola), Allison Cornell (Vocals (Background)), Charlie Bouis (Engineer), Suzie Katayama (Cello), Ramon Breton (Mastering Assistant), Andy Andrzejewski, Patrick Thrasher (Mixing Assistant)