Richard Marx - Angelia Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What inspired Richard Marx to write the song 'Angelia'?

   Richard Marx was inspired to write 'Angelia' after encountering a flight attendant with the same name. The name Angelia struck him as beautiful, and he decided to use it in a song he was already working on, which needed a girl's name.

2. Who directed the music video for 'Angelia'?

   The music video for 'Angelia' was directed by Michael Bay, who would later become known for his work on blockbuster movies like the Transformers franchise.

3. What album is 'Angelia' a part of?

   'Angelia' is the third single from Richard Marx's second album, Repeat Offender, which was released in 1989.

4. How did Richard Marx describe the sound of 'Angelia'?

   Richard Marx based the sound of 'Angelia' on Def Leppard's albums Pyromania and Hysteria. Together with engineer and co-producer David Cole, they tried to emulate the sounds of the guitars and drums used by Def Leppard and producer Robert 'Mutt' Lange.

5. What is notable about the guitar solo in 'Angelia'?

   The guitar solo in 'Angelia' was played by Michael Landau, a well-known session guitarist.

6. Who did Richard Marx marry the year 'Angelia' was released?

   Richard Marx married actress Cynthia Rhodes in the same year 'Angelia' was released, 1989.