''Vagabond Heart'' is the sixteenth studio album by British recording artist Rod Stewart, released on 26 March 1991 by

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. The album reached No. 10 in the US, and reached No. 2 in the UK. The album features five singles, among them a cover of Robbie Robertson's song " Broken Arrow" (No. 20 in the US) and

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's song "

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", which would become a hit two years later (in a live version) and is Stewart's most recent top five solo hit in the US and the UK. The two biggest hits from the album were "

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" (No. 3 in the UK/No. 5 in the US) and "

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" (No. 10 in the UK and US). The "Vagabond Heart Tour" was made available on video in 1992, shot during a concert in

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Critical reception

Overall, the album received positive reviews. According to ''

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'', "''Vagabond Heart'' finds Stewart rising to new challenges as both a songwriter and a singer. The strength of the songs and the depth of Stewart's conviction make this his most compelling work since the early 1970s."

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felt the album was "stronger, more diverse album than its predecessor, '' Out of Order'', featuring a more consistent set of songs."

Track listing

Notes * signifies a co-producer *"Downtown Train" and "This Old Heart of Mine (Is Weak For You) are omitted on cassette copies, as well as some CD versions.

Personnel

(Personnel for the 12-track version of the album, excluding the tracks "Downtown Train" and "This Old Heart of Mine") * "Rebel Heart", "It Takes Two", "When a Man's in Love", "You are Everything", "Go Out Dancing", "No Holding Back", "Have I Told You Lately", "Moment of Glory" and "If Only" arranged and produced by Rod Stewart and Bernard Edwards. Recorded by Steve MacMillan. Mixed by Bernard Edwards and Steve Macmillan. Recording and mix assisted by John Karpowich, Gil Morales and Bryant Arnett. **Roy Galloway, Luther Waters, The Waters Sisters,

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: backing vocals;

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: guitar;

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, Bernard Edwards: bass guitar; Chuck Kentis: keyboards, programming;

Kevin Savigar Kevin Savigar (born 9 November 1956) is an English session keyboardist, record producer, songwriter, and composer based in Los Angeles, CA. Perhaps most recognised for his longtime collaboration with Rod Stewart, Savigar has also contributed to ...

: keyboards; Rave Calmer,

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: drums; Paulinho da Costa: percussion; Saxophone on "Go Out Dancing" and "Moment of Glory" by Jimmy Roberts; String arrangements on "When a Man's in Love" and "Have I Told You Lately" by Bruce Miller. * "Rhythm of My Heart" produced by

Trevor Horn Trevor Charles Horn (born 15 July 1949) is an English music producer, label and recording studio owner, musician and composer. He is best known for his production work in the 1980s, and for being one half of the new wave band The Buggles (wit ...

. Recorded by Steve MacMillan. Mixed by Steve MacMillan and Trevor Horn. **Joe Turano, John Batdorf, Randel Crenshaw, Gary Falcone, Roger Freeland, Robert Jason, Arnold Stiefel, Lionel Conway, Garry Cook, Antony Arena: backing vocals; Robin Le Mesurier, Steve Lukather: guitar; Gary Taylor, Kevin Savigar, Richard Cottle: keyboards; Michael McNeil: accordion; Kevin Weed: bagpipes; Neil Stubenhaus: bass guitar; John Robinson: drums, percussion; Gary Maughn: programming; Choir arranged and directed by Nick Strimple and Joe Turano; Strings arranged and conducted by Kevin Savigar. * "Broken Arrow" produced by

Patrick Leonard Patrick Ray Leonard (born March 14, 1956) is an American songwriter, keyboardist, film composer, and music producer, best known for his longtime collaboration with Madonna. His work with Madonna includes her albums '' True Blue'' (1986), ''Who's ...

; Co-produced by Lenny Waronker. Recorded and mixed by Jerry Jordan, with assistance by Marc Moreau. **Twinkle Schascle: backing vocals;

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: guitars; Patrick Leonard: keyboards; Jimmy Johnson: bass guitar;

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: drums;

Luis Conte Luis Conte (born 16 November 1954) is a Cuban percussionist best-known for his performances in the bands of artists including James Taylor, Madonna, Pat Metheny Group, Eric Clapton, Carlos Santana, Phil Collins, Rod Stewart and Shakira. He began ...

: percussion * "The Motown Song" arranged by David Paich. Produced by Richard Perry. Recorded and mixed by Steve MacMillan, with recording assistance by Dee Ross and Eric Anest; Additional engineering by Lee Granados, John Karpowich, Scott Ralston and Eric Rudd. **

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: backing vocals; Steve Lukather, Paul Jackson Jr.: guitar; Khris Kellow: keyboard bass; David Paich: acoustic piano, Fender Rhodes; Steve Porcaro: synthesizer; Steve Lindsey: synthesizer, synth horns;

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: drums; Chris Trujillo: percussion; Horns arranged by Steve Lindsey.

Additional credits

* Mastered by

Stephen Marcussen Stephen Marcussen is the founder and chief mastering engineer at Marcussen Mastering in Hollywood, California, United States. He has been mastering music since 1979. Biography Marcussen's introduction to music recording happened in 1976 when, at ...

at Precision Mastering (Hollywood, CA). * Production coordination: Malcolm Cullimore (tracks 1–6 & 8–12); Julie Larson (track 7). * Project manager: Nancy Poertner * Art direction: Jeri Heiden * Design: Eric Handel * Illustration: Ann Field * Photography: Randee St. Nicholas

Publishing

*"Rhythm of My Heart" copyright WB Music Corp./Jamm Music/Bibo Music Publishers. "Rebel Heart", "When a Man's in Love" and "Moment of Glory" published by Rod Stewart (Intersong Music Admin.)/Cat in the Hat Music/Kentis Music/Malango Bro. "Broken Arrow" published by Medicine Hat Music. "It Takes Two" published by Stone Agate Music Division. "You Are Everything" published by Assorted Music/Bellboy Music/The Mighty Three Group. "The Motown Song" published by Geffen Music/McNally Music Publishing/MCA Music Publishing. "Go Out Dancing" published by Rod Stewart (Intersong Music Admin.)/Cat in the Hat Music/Kentis Music. "No Holding Back" and "If Only" published by Rod Stewart (Intersong Music Admin.)/Almo Music Corp/Kevin Savigar Music/BMG Inc. "Have I Told You Lately" published by PolyGram International Publishing, Inc.

Charts

Weekly charts

Year-end charts

Certifications

References

{{Authority control Rod Stewart albums 1991 albums Warner Records albums Albums produced by Bernard Edwards Albums produced by Trevor Horn Albums produced by Patrick Leonard Albums produced by Lenny Waronker Albums produced by Richard Perry