Song #355: "Johnny Can't Read"--Don Henley (1982)

The first time we heard Don Henley as a solo artist on the radio after the end of The Eagles (until hell froze over, of course) was when "Johnny Can't Read" hit the airwaves in 1982.

This song, though not his biggest hit by any means, gave great signals as to how Henley's solo work would definitely differ from what we were used to hearing from him, as he now had the opportunity to use all of his musical influences while growing up in Texas, and his subsequent professional years.

This one had a sixties feel, perfect for the summertime, and it did arrive in the latter part of summer that year. MTV loved the video, so did their viewers. I tried to link to the original video, but since first crafting this page, YouTube has blocked it. BOO!!!!

And no, this, the third solo song from Henley, is definitely not his last on our countdown. In fact...... :)