Heartbreaker (remaster) May 2026

While several famous rock songs share this title, the "Remaster" often refers to the breakout 1979 hit by or the 1969 hard rock staple by Led Zeppelin . Both tell stories of betrayal, emotional turmoil, and the resilient pursuit of independence. Pat Benatar: "Heartbreaker" (1979)

: Rather than dwelling purely on the "wicked ways of love," the song is described as taking back power through its aggressive, "war-like" musical energy. Heartbreaker (Remaster)

Originally a cover of a 1978 track by Jenny Darren , this song became the template for Benatar's rock persona . While several famous rock songs share this title,

: A six-second a cappella break —"You're a heartbreaker, dream maker..."—is often credited as the moment Benatar truly became a star. Led Zeppelin: "Heartbreaker" (1969) Originally a cover of a 1978 track by

: The song's most famous element is the 46-second unaccompanied guitar solo by Page, which was actually recorded in a different studio and "slotted in" as an afterthought.

Appearing on Led Zeppelin II , this track is a pillar of hard rock built around Jimmy Page's iconic guitar riffs .

: Benatar rewrote several British expressions from the original songwriters (Geoff Gill and Cliff Wade) to make the song more relatable to an American audience and reframed it as a female anthem of strength.