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Bringin' On the Heartbreak

"Bringin' On the Heartbreak" is a power ballad by Def Leppard, released as the second single from their 1981 album High 'n' Dry. Written by guitarists Steve Clark and Pete Willis alongside vocalist Joe Elliott, the track showcases the melodic, dual-guitar approach that would define the band's sound. For electric guitar players, it offers a rewarding mix of clean, emotive chord work and expressive lead playing that makes it an excellent study in rock ballad technique.

  • The song was co-written by both of Def Leppard's guitarists, Steve Clark and Pete Willis, making dual-guitar interplay central to the arrangement.
  • Running just under four and a half minutes, the track gives guitarists space to explore both restrained rhythm playing and melodic lead phrasing.
  • "Bringin' On the Heartbreak" appeared on High 'n' Dry, the album that helped establish Def Leppard's polished hard rock guitar style.
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