Today, this song is probably best remembered for its prominent use in Boogie Nights and for one frequently misheard lyric. Many people still continue to believe that Springfield sings, “I wish I was Jessie’s girl,” instead of “I wish I had Jessie’s girl.”
This simple video was directed by Rick Springfield himself. The song was Springfield’s second top 20 hit, the first being the now-forgotten Speak To The Sky. At the time that this song and video came out, Springfield was better known for appearing on General Hospital. Though he had started out as a singer, when Springfield’s musical career temporarily stalled, he followed the advice of his then-girlfriend, Linda Blair (yes, that Linda Blair), and pursued an acting career.
Enjoy!
Through the Shattered Lens 