Think I’m in Love

Zoo Freaks, get ready to groove with the Zoo Crew as we spin "Think I’m in Love" by Eddie Money from his 1982 album No Control! This track, a banger that hit #16 on the Billboard Hot 100 and claimed the #1 spot on the Billboard Top Tracks chart, marked a major comeback for Eddie after his 1980 album Playing for Keeps failed to crack the Top 40. Written with Randy Oda, a collaborator known for working with Creedence Clearwater Revival’s Tom Fogerty, the song’s infectious energy and new wave vibes draw comparisons to bands like The Cars. Its music video, directed by Mark Robinson, leaned into classic vampire movie aesthetics, with Eddie playing a quasi-Dracula character, making it a staple on early MTV. Fans on Reddit have shared their love for the track, with one user calling it their favorite Eddie Money song, saying it “hits perfectly” and resonates deeply even years later.

Another cool tidbit comes from the song’s cultural staying power. "Think I’m in Love" has popped up in movies like Joe Dirt and Paul Blart: Mall Cop, cementing its place in pop culture. On Reddit’s ClassicRock community, fans have noted the album No Control has no bad tracks, with some highlighting “Think I’m in Love” as a standout for its catchy hooks and Eddie’s raw vocal delivery. In a 2018 Rolling Stone interview, Eddie himself reflected on his career with humor, calling himself “Grandpa Money” and expressing gratitude for his life, though he admitted he never reached the commercial heights of peers like Bruce Springsteen. The song’s lyrics, like “Something’s got a hold on me now / It’s a feelin’, burnin’ like a love on fire,” capture that wild, uncontrollable rush of romance, which fans still vibe with today.

Now, let’s rewind to how Eddie Money got his start. Born Edward Joseph Mahoney on March 21, 1949, in Brooklyn, New York, Eddie grew up in a large Irish Catholic family in Levittown, Long Island. His dad was a police officer, and Eddie initially followed that path, enrolling in the New York Police Academy in the early ’70s. But rock ’n’ roll was calling. At night, he sang in local bands under the stage name Eddie Money—a playful nod to his constant broke state, as he sold bell-bottoms to pay rent. As he told Apple Music, he quit the academy because he couldn’t imagine 20 years in a uniform with short hair. Moving to Berkeley, California, he became a regular in Bay Area clubs, catching the eye of legendary promoter Bill Graham. Graham signed him to his management company and secured a deal with Columbia Records. Eddie’s 1977 self-titled debut went double-platinum, driven by hits like “Baby Hold On” and “Two Tickets to Paradise.”

Eddie’s journey wasn’t without bumps. A 1980 overdose on a synthetic barbiturate, mistaken for cocaine, left him with sciatic nerve damage and a permanent limp. Yet, his grit kept him going, and by 1982, “Think I’m in Love” was proof he could still deliver. You can keep up with Eddie’s legacy on his official website, Facebook, Instagram, and X. Fans also gather at sites like EddieMoney.com and join communities such as the Eddie Money Fan Club on Facebook, where Zoo Freaks like you can share stories and keep the love for Eddie’s music alive. So, crank up the volume and let “Think I’m in Love” take you away!