John Waite's 1982 solo album "Ignition" delivered a dose of polished hard rock, solidifying his transition from frontman of The Babys to a solo artist with a penchant for arena-ready anthems. The album featured co-writing credits from several prominent songwriters of the era, contributing to its commercially accessible sound.
- "Ignition" was released on June 29, 1982, by Capitol Records.
- The album was produced by',['David Foster'],['Richard Bennett'], and John Waite.
- The lead single, "Missing You," became a major hit, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1984, although it was not included on the original release of "Ignition."
John Waite is an English rock singer and songwriter, best known for his work with The Babys and Bad English, as well as his solo career. "Ignition" was released in 1982, during his solo career between his success with The Babys and the formation of Bad English.
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