Complete List Of Foreigner Songs From A to Z

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Foreigner was formed in 1976 by British musician Mick Jones, who envisioned a rock band that could transcend cultural and musical boundaries. Jones joined forces with Ian McDonald, formerly of King Crimson, and Lou Gramm, an up-and-coming singer from Rochester, New York, to create a transatlantic group blending British and American influences. Rounding out the original lineup were Al Greenwood on keyboards, Dennis Elliott on drums, and Ed Gagliardi on bass. The band’s name reflected its international makeup, with members hailing from both sides of the Atlantic.

The Transatlantic Rise and Initial Success

The group quickly rose to prominence with the release of their self-titled debut album, Foreigner, in 1977. Featuring hits like “Feels Like the First Time,” “Cold as Ice,” and “Long, Long Way from Home,” the album showcased their knack for crafting radio-friendly rock anthems layered with intricate arrangements. Foreigner went multi-platinum and established the band as one of the premier rock acts of the late 1970s. This success was followed by Double Vision (1978) and Head Games (1979), both of which delivered chart-topping singles and cemented their reputation for consistent excellence.

Commercial Peaks and Lineup Evolutions

The 1980s proved to be the band’s most commercially successful decade. With their fourth album, 4 (1981), Foreigner reached new heights, propelled by tracks like “Juke Box Hero” and “Urgent.” This period also saw lineup changes, with Rick Wills replacing Gagliardi on bass and Jones increasingly assuming creative control.

In 1984, Agent Provocateur gave the band their biggest hit, “I Want to Know What Love Is,” a ballad that topped charts worldwide and showcased a more emotional, soulful side to their music. However, internal tensions led to lineup instability, including Gramm’s temporary departure in the late 1980s.

The Modern Era and Hall of Fame Induction

Foreigner continued to release albums into the 1990s and 2000s, though their output was less frequent, and their commercial dominance waned. However, their music endured, thanks to their timeless hooks and widespread radio play. Albums like Unusual Heat (1991) and Mr. Moonlight (1994) demonstrated their willingness to adapt while retaining their signature sound.

Gramm rejoined the band for periods in the 1990s, but by the 2000s, Kelly Hansen took over lead vocal duties, bringing renewed energy to their live performances. Today, Foreigner is celebrated as one of the best-selling bands of all time, with over 80 million records sold worldwide. Their incredible multi-generational impact was permanently cemented when the band was officially inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Below is a comprehensive list of Foreigner’s songs, arranged alphabetically for a deeper exploration of their remarkable catalog.

FOREIGNER SONGS A-Z

“A Love in Vain” – Agent Provocateur – 1984
“A Night to Remember” – Inside Information – 1987
“All I Need to Know” – Mr. Moonlight – 1994
“Angel Tonight” – Can’t Slow Down – 2009
“At War with the World” – Foreigner – 1977
“Back Where You Belong” – Double Vision – 1978
“Big Dog” – Mr. Moonlight – 1994
“Blinded by Science” – Head Games – 1979
“Blue Morning, Blue Day” – Double Vision – 1978
“Break It Up” – 4 – 1981
“Can’t Slow Down” – Can’t Slow Down – 2009
“Can’t Wait” – Inside Information – 1987
“Cold as Ice” – Foreigner – 1977
“Counting Every Minute” – Inside Information – 1987
“Crash and Burn” – Mr. Moonlight (Japan bonus track) – 1994
“Dirty White Boy” – Head Games – 1979
“Do What You Like” – Head Games – 1979
“Don’t Let Go” – 4 – 1981
“Double Vision” – Double Vision – 1978
“Face to Face” – Inside Information – 1987
“Feels Like the First Time” – Foreigner – 1977
“Flesh Wound” – Unusual Heat – 1991
“Fool for You Anyway” – Foreigner – 1977
“Fool for You Anyway” – Can’t Slow Down – 2009
“Give Me a Sign” – Can’t Slow Down – 2009
“Girl on the Moon” – 4 – 1981
“Growing Up the Hard Way” – Agent Provocateur – 1984
“Head Games” – Head Games – 1979
“Headknocker” – Foreigner – 1977
“Heart Turns to Stone” – Inside Information – 1987
“Hole in My Soul” – Mr. Moonlight – 1994
“Hot Blooded” – Double Vision – 1978
“I Can’t Give Up” – Can’t Slow Down – 2009
“I Don’t Want to Live Without You” – Inside Information – 1987
“I Have Waited So Long” – Double Vision – 1978
“I Keep Hoping” – Mr. Moonlight – 1994
“I Need You” – Foreigner – 1977
“I Want to Know What Love Is” – Agent Provocateur – 1984
“I’ll Be Home Tonight” – Can’t Slow Down – 2009
“I’ll Fight for You” – Unusual Heat – 1991
“I’ll Get Even with You” – Head Games – 1979
“I’m Gonna Win” – 4 – 1981
“In Pieces” – Can’t Slow Down – 2009
“Inside Information” – Inside Information – 1987
“Juke Box Hero” – 4 – 1981
“Juke Box Hero” (“Nearly Unplugged” Version) – 4 (2002 bonus track) – 1981
“Luanne” – 4 – 1981
“Living In a Dream” – Can’t Slow Down – 2009
“Lonely” – Can’t Slow Down – 2009
“Lonely Children” – Double Vision – 1978
“Long, Long Way from Home” – Foreigner – 1977
“Love Has Taken Its Toll” – Double Vision – 1978
“Love Maker” (live) – Double Vision (2002 bonus track) – 1978
“Love on the Telephone” – Head Games – 1979
“Lowdown and Dirty” – Unusual Heat – 1991
“Mountain of Love” – Unusual Heat – 1991
“Night Life” – 4 – 1981
“No Hiding Place” – Unusual Heat – 1991
“Only Heaven Knows” – Unusual Heat – 1991
“Out of the Blue” – Inside Information – 1987
“Rain” – Mr. Moonlight – 1994
“Reaction to Action” – Agent Provocateur – 1984
“Ready” – Can’t Slow Down – 2009
“Ready for the Rain” – Unusual Heat – 1991
“Real World” – Mr. Moonlight – 1994
“Rev on the Red Line” – Head Games – 1979
“Running the Risk” – Mr. Moonlight – 1994
“Safe in My Heart” – Unusual Heat – 1991
“Say You Will” – Inside Information – 1987
“Seventeen” – Head Games – 1979
“She’s Too Tough” – Agent Provocateur – 1984
“Spellbinder” – Double Vision – 1978
“Stranger in My Own House” – Agent Provocateur – 1984
“That Was Yesterday” – Agent Provocateur – 1984
“The Beat of My Heart” – Inside Information – 1987
“The Damage Is Done” – Foreigner – 1977
“The Modern Day” – Head Games – 1979
“Tooth and Nail” – Agent Provocateur – 1984
“Tramontane” (instrumental) – Double Vision – 1978
“Two Different Worlds” – Agent Provocateur – 1984
“Under the Gun” – Mr. Moonlight – 1994
“Unusual Heat” – Unusual Heat – 1991
“Urgent” – 4 – 1981
“Waiting for a Girl Like You” – 4 – 1981
“Waiting for a Girl Like You” (“Nearly Unplugged” Version) – 4 (2002 bonus track) – 1981
“When It Comes to Love” – Can’t Slow Down – 2009
“When the Night Comes Down” – Unusual Heat – 1991
“White Lie” – Mr. Moonlight – 1994
“Woman in Black” – 4 – 1981
“Woman Oh Woman” – Foreigner – 1977
“Women” – Head Games – 1979