Allan Clarke - I Wasn't Born Yesterday (1978) Vinyl LP • The Hollies

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Vinyl plays with some crackles and a few light-clicks (play-graded). Cover has a few creases near edges; scuffing (front/back). Inner-sleeve is original (Picture/credits); seams partially split. Spine is easy-to-read with mild-wear. Minor shelf-wear along top/bottom-edge and corners. Opening is crisp with signs of light use and divots. (Not a cut-out.)

Tracks:

1. I Wasn't Born Yesterday
2. Hope
3. New Blood
4. I'm Betting My Life On You
5. The Man Who Manufactures Daydreams
6. No Prisoner Taken (Light Brigade)
7. (I Will Be Your) Shadow In The Street
8. Light Of My Smiles
9. Who's Goin' Out The Back Door?
10. Off The Record

About The Record:

I Wasn't Born Yesterday, by Allan Clarke, marked his brief second departure from the Hollies, showcasing original material he primarily co-wrote with singer-songwriter Gary Benson. The record blends rock, pop, and introspective ballads, with Clarke's distinctive vocals driving tracks that explore themes of love, regret, and resilience, supported by session musicians including members of 10cc and future Supertramp drummer Bob Siebenmann. Historically significant as one of Clarke's rare solo ventures during his Hollies tenure, the album reflects the late-1970s British rock scene's shift toward more personal songwriting amid the band's evolving lineup and commercial pressures. It failed to achieve major commercial success overall but stands as a testament to Clarke's versatility beyond the Hollies' harmony-driven hits. The standout hit single, (I Will Be Your) Shadow in the Street, peaked at No. 41 on the US Billboard Hot 100 in 1978, marking Clarke's only notable solo chart entry in America.