Straight On -Heart (1978) 3/25/22

Over the years, Heart's 1978 album "Dog and Butterfly has become iconic, and one of the main reasons why is the album's first single release: "Straight On."

Of course, the collective talents of the Wilson Sisters, Ann & Nancy, (with co-writer Sue Ennis)'are what made "Straight On" such a "Great Song!"

It was a rockin' but slightly funky nod to disco that featured high-soaring vocals, a steady beat, and alternating guitar riffs, with gambling metaphors peppered throughout the lyrics.

Ann Wilson called it "Heart's first dance song." Fans and radio listeners called it a hit!

"Straight On" charted at #14 on Canada's Top 40, and #15 in the US on Billboard's Hot 100.

Since then, the song has become a staple on classic rock stations in both countries--and, of course, on several satellite radio channels.

When you lay all the cards on the table, (gambling metaphor intended), "Straight On" by Heart is a "Great Song of '78!"