My Kinda Lover

You got what I want! Feel the rock energy of Billy Squier's 1981 hit, "My Kinda Lover." A key single from the multi-platinum album Don't Say No, this track pulses with a driving beat, catchy guitar hooks, and Squier's signature hard rock vocals.

Released as another successful single from his breakthrough 1981 album Don't Say No, "My Kinda Lover" further cemented Billy Squier's status as a rock radio heavyweight. Its blend of powerful hard rock instrumentation and melodic rock sensibilities made it a staple on AOR playlists worldwide.

This classic 1981 rock track features Squier outlining the qualities of his ideal partner over a driving rhythm section and memorable guitar riffs. "My Kinda Lover" remains a popular example of early 80s hard rock, showcasing Squier's straightforward songwriting and energetic performance.

SONG MEANING: The song describes the singer's ideal type of partner – someone who understands his needs, isn't overly demanding ("You don't need domination / You don't need true love"), values trust and mutual satisfaction, and knows instinctively how to connect with him ("My kinda lover / My kinda lover / Knows when I need it").