“Owner of a Lonely Heart” is a song by the British rock band Yes, released in 1983 with “Our Song” on the B-side. It was the lead single from their eleventh studio album, 90125, and became the band’s most commercially successful track, marking a significant shift in their musical direction.
“Owner of a Lonely Heart” represents a departure from Yes’s earlier progressive rock style, embracing a more modern, radio-friendly sound with elements of pop and rock. The song is built around a powerful, catchy guitar riff played by Trevor Rabin, who joined Yes for the 90125 album. The production, led by Trevor Horn, incorporates electronic elements, including drum machines and synthesizers, which were innovative for the time. Jon Anderson’s distinctive vocals deliver the song’s memorable chorus, giving it an anthemic quality.
The song was a major hit, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States.