Songs Written by Ric OcasekTop Songs / Chart Singles Discography

Richard Theodore Otcasek (March 23, 1944 – September 15, 2019), known as Ric Ocasek ( oh-CASS-ik), was an American musician, singer, songwriter, and record producer. He was the primary lead vocalist, rhythm guitarist, songwriter, and frontman for the American new wave band the Cars. In addition to his work with the Cars, Ocasek recorded seven solo studio albums. Ocasek's 1986 single, "Emotion in Motion", was a top 20 hit in the United States. Ocasek also worked as a record producer... [more on Wikipedia]

As a songwriter, Ric Ocasek first charted in 1978 with Just What I Needed.The artist placed 23 songs on the Billboard Hot 100, 4 of which reached the Top‑10.The artist scored 6 UK Top‑75 entries, including 3 Top‑10 placements.On US AC the artist achieved 2 Top‑10s, 1 of which peaked at number‑one.On US Dance the artist achieved 1 Top‑10.On US Rock the artist achieved 10 Top‑10s, 4 of which went to number‑one.