I don't understand why it's so hard for people to understand why he was burnt out? He is human. Thank goodness we were able to have him sing while we did and all the wonderful music they gave us. He gave us so much more.... Love Steve Perry
I agree but I believe there is more to the story than what we will ever know. I am not in his shoes but it seems like if you become that big in a band you would want to ride that train for as long as possible.
Steve Perry was the nicest, most compassionate, most inciteful band member in Journey. He made that band what it became. The other band members knew that without his amazing voice, they were done. He has such a soft side and that comes out so strong when he talks about his mother and relationships. When anyone mentions the band Journey, we know these guys were great insturmentalists but Steve Perry's voice was the greatest insturment that put that band on the road to success. Good on you Steve for being who you are and staying true to yourself.
Besides the voice he has an incredible ability to make great music. I was not a Journey fan when they were together and popular. I did like their music, but I did not go to their concerts. Now, after all these years, it is obvious they were one of the greatest bands to have ever existed. Steve Perry is Journey without Neil Schon on guitar. But Neil does not have the ability to come up with great guitar without Steve Perry stocking the fire.
True but Journey did good before him and they are now selling out stadiums with out him. But the new huge lawsuit between Steve and Neil will go on for a while over the trademarks of Journey.
@@jimcrain2647 Journey was going to be dropped by CBS right before Steve Perry joined the band. If Steve Perry had never joined Journey we would not be talking because Journey the band would not exist.
@@ts31966 yea, but it was the mix of them, Steve P, Steve S, Gregg, Neal, Ross, then Jon. Arnel is a great singer and journey lives on through his voice. it all works....
@@stephaniemathews9156 as I stated previously there would be no Journey if Perry had never joined the band. All the band members were there but they could not produce a hit. Add Perry, instant hits. Add Arnel, no hits. Arnel was a great replacement singer before Neil Schon ruined his voice. Schon has ruined the voices of 4 singers. Schon does not care about the singer. He cares about his bank account.
@@steveperry2823 Steve Perry you are a shooting star. With a Eternal flame that will burn forever in my heart. I love who you are and everything that you have done. I think that you are so amazing. If l were to ever meet you l know l would be speechless. I have loved you and your music forever . From Cleveland Ohio 2022 Steve Perry always and Forever 💞💞.
His little bit of imitation singing at 21 mins actually gave me the chills and made me tear up, I’m ngl. this was a while ago, but Jesus Christ. He’s still “The Voice” and always will be 💞
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People love you, Steve, not only because of your great music and iconic voice but because of your beautiful heart! So happy you found your passion for music again! You sound wonderful!
Can't believe Steve is almost 70. I always thought he and Journey were one generation younger than The Beatles and the Stones, but he's not too far behind. God bless him. The greatest voice in rock history. Hands down!
Beyond thrilled about this ... every time I play music, I think of this man's vibrato. He is an encyclopedia of Baroque vibrato techniques. A miracle voice, truly.
A truly wonderful voice from a truly wonderful era. Music was so sincere, lyrics coming from the heart, sung by a wonderful, humble gentleman. Thank you Steve. ♥️♥️♥️
Not only is his voice one-of-a-kind, his songwriting talent is a gift. He cowrote Foolish Heart which is one of my all-time favorite songs. I wish Steve Perry much happiness in his life.
He's such a genuine, sincere, and beautifully intense man. I'm glad he chose the route he took as a musician and a man. You have to respect him for doing so. His loss of love was a inspiration to love music again. It's a amazing story. Happy he's returned!
Thank You Steve for Returning to us with your music. Thank You Dr. Kellie Nash for loving Steve and inspiring him to return. The world is thrilled !!! You are so very loved Steve Perry !!!
A quick prayer. Lord please give us some more Steve Perry’s. We need more incredible voices like him, and the music that he creates. Welcome back to a world starving of good music!
Good prayer but he's truly one of a kind, I'm just thankful I got to see him 3 times with Journey: he sang supernaturally - even better live than on the albums!
Steve is a class act. Such an amazing Man! I love him so much and have so much respect for him. He always stayed true to himself. He was burnt-out, and he deserved time off to take care of himself and have a normal life. He went through a lot. He lost his Mom, had hip surgery, his girlfriend, Kelly passed away, among other heartbreaks--not to mention what he went through with Journey. It was so beautiful what he said about Kelly--he was so in love with her! He started to lose his voice due to the long tours. It takes a lot out of you. As a singer myself, I can totally relate to what Steve is saying, because often times, the lead singer does not get as much respect as the other musicians in the band, which I think is so unfair because the lead singer has a lot of pressure put on them, and singing Steve Perry/Journey songs is not an easy job. It's hard work! Steve deserved a break from music. Just because someone is talented, rich and famous, does not exclude them from every day problems and loss of loved ones. We are only human, and we can only take-on so much. If you don't take care of yourself, you will be no good to anyone else! I have to say, he looks amazing!! Such an inspiring man, not only for his incredible music and singing, but because he is so real and down-to-earth. I will love this Man forever!
Whenever I hear that song, "Be Good to Yourself" to me, it was Steve telling us, he needs to stop doing what he was doing and take care of himself. It was a warning. He did what he needed to do to survive.
ToonieMama. Well said! I agree 100 per cent with you. I wish Steve well with this comeback, he was so missed. It was good to see him again and it was a great interview. I wish you well also ToonieMama with your singing career.
And grow some of his hair back! He is one of many musicians that cut all his hair off and looks funny. It doesn't fit him. Like if Ozzy cut all his hair off! Uhhhh. I'm 52 and had shoulder length hair since i was 15, played drums for almost 30 years. .
I did a bunch of videos with Journey (and 3 from Steve's solo album "Street Talk") and the first time I met Steve I told him how much his style reminded me of Sam Cooke. He said "You know that, I know that, THEY don't know that. Let's keep it that way." He's an amazing guy, I am privileged to know him and to have worked with him.
I was the producer and writer of Oh Sherrie, Strung Out and Foolish Heart. The Journey videos were all performance ones - Loving Touch Squeezing, Lights etc...
@@desidedomohabaljr.4925 No. His girlfriend, Kellie Nash, died of cancer. Before she died, she made him promise her that he won't go back into isolation. Made him promise her, that he will resume and find the love of music and writing again.
I was just mesmerized listening to Steve. He is so passionate, so honest, and just an overall kind soul that he didn't need to explain why he left. He is entitled to his life as he wanted to live it - we all are. He deserved a break - but thank God he found it in his heart through Kellie to return to songwriting and singing again. Thank you, Steve, just for YOU!
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Steve is a. Ledgen d. I got it 😁👍. Neil should be guitar hall of fame r. I saw him in Santana Neil blew my mind iwas fifteen playing in Derick dorgess and Bruce silver s three peice band Robbie frossie hot and smoke ing drummer journey I. Love them when Steve came along shit inspiration hit hard bassist in many band's I filled in for big name's I loved it I thought I was cool but when Derick dorge came along no money was made but musical and original 😂😍😍 your life and this. Sound Steve Perry got a tape we did live in Sacramento at sum hall citykid now Tesla uused to play these 0e ☮️ man
I HAVE ENJOYED ALL OF YOUR VIDEOS I HAVE WATCHED TONIGHT! I LOVED ARETHA FRANKLIN ALSO! MY FAVORITE SONG OF HERS WAS I THINK THE NAME OF IT WAS IF ANYONE WTITES MY LIFE STORY. I'M GOING TO PULL HER MUSIC UP TO FIND THAT SONG SINCE ITS BEEN LONG TIME I HEARD HER MUSIC. YOU ARE SO MUCH FUN TO WATCH & LISTEN TO THAT MAKES ME FORGET OF BEING LONELY. BEEN LISTENING TO RADIO 97.8 THE BOBBY BONES STATION LATELY & THEY PLAY LOTS OF NEW MUSIC. IF YOU DONT LISTEN TO IT THEN I THINK YOU WOULD ENJOY IT ALSO. KINDA LATE SO I'LL SAY BYE FOR NOW. LOVE YOU STEVIE, KGM
There are so many wonderful incredible singers through out history - But 1980 to 1987 This man probably the greatest single voice to ever sing a song. Range, Pitch, Phrasing, and most of all Emotivness, which is what he still has even after the high-notes may be gone, the emotiveness is just one of a kind. And he is a dam good song writer and one hell of a class act as a human...Listen to mother father live - The end notes on why can't this night go on forever - The chorus on Happy Give....Defies logic back then...Happy he is back and as he stated not putting pressure on himself knowing he is just south of 70...God bless him and keep him healthy.
I was just at a concert a few weeks back (Halestorm) and during the pre show when they play the "warm up music" over the PA "Don't Stop Believin'" came on... Man, the whole venue just lit up and started singing along to that song. So many people touched by his music, I mean every single person in that venue instantly got happy! I remember thinking how lucky and talented Journey was to write that song. If only we all could write just one song so inspiring!
Thanks so much for the morale push, you have been picked for a chat with me, This is my way of showing you all that you are not forgotten, your activity and you can get in touch with me on myEmail or my via google hangout (Perrysteve695@gmail.com)....
For steve to be a total recluse for 24 years.. he is being so honest in his interviews... letting us all in on his mind frame ... really get to see inside his head a little bit and where his song writing comes from.. awesome interview..
I absolutely ADORE this man! It's been 40 years now! I ordered the new CD, of course, and I can't wait!! He looks stunning, he sounds stunning, (just talking!) and I'm just crazy about him! Even after all these years!
Steve Perry will always be the voice! Arnel held it together for the group for over a decade kudos to him but my heart lies with Steve Perry always has always will!
What an excellent interview!! I laughed, I cried, I held my breath before an answer . . . . You are truly blessed Steve Perry. We loved you in the past, we love you now, we will love you in the future! Praying the very best over you! Thank you for finding your passion and hearts love again!!
When I’m at work and Faithfully comes on, all 8 of my co-workers and I stop what we’re doing and just sit back and listen to that amazing song and vocal. Then get back at it afterwards. Probably in the top 5 best songs ever Made
Steve is such a HUGE part of most of us growing up in the Era of passionate lyrics and an incredible voice that could lay down such heart provoking change. Heart is your drive and an amazing talent to deliver.
I'm struggling with everyone saying they don't understand how he could lose his passion for music. The man is human and to have the strength of character to realize your personal life is no longer one you recognize as the person you've always known and that to get it back you have to slam the door shut. Remember the song he wrote about a friend in trouble , telling him he needed to leave this town before it's "TO LATE" . Imagine....a person who can actually take his own advice ! LOL, rare. Love is something you give from deep inside and when people start reaching in and taking it, telling you when, where, to whom, how much and how often you have to give it, it starts to wither. Steve had suffered some very close personal losses, I know many people do but during that time he also had the music machine reaching in demanding everything he had left. I am actually more impressed that he had the strength of will to walk away from it all than I would have been if he had tried to fight it out and stay. It shows what he valued most, not the money, not the fame, his soul. Being able to sit all by himself and be content with the sun shining on his face or jumping on his bike and feeling the wind caress his face. Living that life prepared him for meeting Dr. Kellie Nash and I'm sure he's happy he was himself again when that happened. Well done Mr. Perry.
This is the only Steve Perry interview I watched in its entirety- I tend to have a short attention span but I remained listening to every word - fantastic!
I had a hard time because it's like staring at the sun for me :) I was crazy about him.from Day 1 and MORE SO after meeting him a few times in 94 and 95.
I am so happy I ran across this today. Coincidentally, my sisters and I were texting about Steve just yesterday. We had been talking about iconic singers and we agreed that Steve was one of the best, his voice was phenomenal, and it could NOT be copied by anyone. Listening to him touched my soul. I believe I have every record on vinyl!! Anyway, that conversation led to me finding Journey’s greatest hits album on YT, and we each in our own homes immediately listened to it. It was the most joyful, most freeing hour and a half I’d spent in 3+ years. Thank you, Steve, for the incredible music. It brought me joy when it came out and it brings me joy now. Thank you for this incredible interview. I truly enjoyed it. ❤️
Love this man! So bittersweet that he lost his first love (music), then found the true love of his life and then losing her equipped him to return to his calling.💔
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I have tears of joy running down my face because his voice has made my life so full. I was heartbroken when he left but I am so grateful he found joy and love. The kind of love that is so BIG! Steve if you are reading, You saved me from darkness and loneliness. I can’t wait to see you on stage! I will make it there! Sending you love 💕
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Steve, your love for Dr. Kellie Nash was so true. Thank you for your candidness in sharing it with us, and we thank her for inspiring you to return to the music you have always carried in your heart. Your fans have always been here waiting for you and join you celebrating in your comeback.
I've seen a few different interviews now and what strikes me is just how settled he seems. Despite tragedies, he never closes up. He doesn't back down from a question and he seems really upbeat about where he is. He mentions tensions with Journey, but there's no backstabbing, just a mature attitude of that's what life is like inside a band. I like the single - he's not lost it, there's no over production going on vocally I can detect. I hope this turns out well for him. He is a legend and as was mentioned, his voice is heard somewhere on the radio everyday, so in a way, he's never left us.Very glad he has returned.
To be honest the main reason I am glad he is back, is because Perry's voice makes me very happy. I literally feel no pain, no depression, I just feel good. Perry could sing rap, country, punk, Tuvan throat singing exercises. Hell, the man can gargle a book on psychological disorders, I will listen. So, that's my story. Sorry he lost love, I am sure he will find it again. Keep moving forward, Perry! Cheers!👏🏽 PS- Great interview!!!!!
Tuvan throat singing exercises. LMAO And yes I totally agree with everything you said... As far as him finding ❤️ I believe there are millions of women who would gladly help him there, including me!
"There wasn't a day that went by (in 25 years) that a Steve Perry song wasn't played on the radio." Amazing quote! I mean think about that for a minute people. Honestly, there are a select few this could happen too, especially when you think they're never coming back. Blows my mind. So doggone refreshing to hear his candid remarks. I never write comments, I mean never. Steve, man, you inspire me bro. ✌🏻🍻
This is the fake Steve Perry. Please "Out" this impersonator on interviews and such. Get the real SP who signed with "Journey" back. Check with the Record Companies. Don't buy "Traces, of the real Steve Perry" record and don't support "the FAKE" on tour either.
Den Boe Are you rightly angry? If you were gone for 25 years, dealt with personal issues that the public know nothing about, lose the love of your life to death and promise her you'd come back to your talent, trust me bro, I wouldn't be mad at you. I would support you. Just view Steve as a human being man. Sure "Journey isn't Journey". I've come to grips with that - I think all Journey fans have. Just celebrate the rebirth of this talented old soul. 😁
I can't tell you how EXCITED I am to know I've lived long enough to be around to hear Steve is BACK! I've loved him from 1980 till now. He's such a total class act!! Love, love love him!! Can't wait to buy the album and the CD. He's just💞💞💞
I ordered signed copies of the CD and the vinyl. Will be at Target on October 5 for a copy of the CD for my car. Welcome back, Steve! You were SO missed!
Unless you come close to burn-out, or have burned out, you have no idea, just how long it takes to recover. Ten years later, I'm still recovering from burn-out, so I completely understand Steve's long hiatus from the very industry that burned him out. He made the right decision for his own health.
really asshole....hmmm maybe if more artists took a page form his playbook got out, got their head on straight and lived their life without the pressure of being in the music business they would still be alive today - Prince, Tom Petty, Michael Jackson, Whitney just to name some of the most recent ones that died too soon because of drugs/alcohol. But then you have the self entitled assholes who think these people owe them something and how dare they leave the band... right?!?
I watched the big interview, you said you didn't want to read what the critics wrote. You got your affirmation from the fans and their appreciation. I hope that you read some of the comments people post, and it touches your heart. You are a real treasure.
I'm just seeing this TODAY March 14, 2023 and I Am STILL SO PROUD Of Steve Perry ❤️ I lost my husband of 41 yrs in 2018 and My Daughter-in-law got me this Album and I KID YOU NOT, This Got Me through So Many Days and Nights!! My Favorite is "You Belong To Me" . I have Cried Many, Many times with that song and Still Today It Calms My Heart when I start feeling the absence of My Dan. Some Days and Nights as well, ARE Harder then others!! Journey with SP was a BIG Party of My life and Our Life!! I Hate that Steve Lost his Love Dr. Kelly Nash but Like Me, We Will See The Loves Of Our Lives Again!! I Love You Steve Perry and I give Anything just to Give You A Big Ole Hug!! Always!! A Big Fan ❤️ ❤️ Love, Rhonda ❤️
Hello Rhonda, how're you doing? Your comments caught my attention and that is why I am reaching out to you. Your fan love for me warms my heart, Thank you! It's nice meeting you here.
Steve! Such a beautiful soul! To put himself first and realizing he was not happy...then the strength to leave...for "himself" to save himself. He is truely a beautiful person!!!
This man never ages💖you look and sound amazing Steve! Thank you for being brave and finding ur truth again. It’s been my prayer you would find music again! We are lucky to have you! Rock on🎼🎼🎼
I've prayed for this day ever since Steve walked away from his career. He will never be able to fathom the influence and the impact he has had on millions of music lovers, singing, laughing,crying to his beautiful songs and voice. My God has answered my prayers. Welcome back Steve.....your fans love you!!!
I have to say of all the recent interviews I’ve seen with Steve Perry, this is my favourite! Thank you so much. It was touching, revealing, sweet, and different than all the rest!! Bravo to you!! And so much love to Steve for his honesty. I’m over the moon that the long wait is over and that he has blessed us with his new music. Can’t wait for the full album Stevie! 💙🎤
Here I am...will be 60 in in a couple of months....and I have only now discovered the Legendary Steve Perry!! How is this even possible!! Can't get enough of listening to Separate Ways....and Faithfully!! What a Voice....with one drop dead gorgeous man!! 😍😍 Wow!! Now I'm a fan for life!! Better late than never!! 😍😍😘😘 And this fantastic interview!! 😍😍
This interview meant a great deal to me. I was huge Journey and Steve Perry fan when I was younger. I remember seeing Steve for the first time on the show Fridays and I was instantly hooked. We all were. Gosh he was cute! and what an amazing voice! I knew all the words to all the songs and sang along! And the news that he was leaving Journey was so hard to take. But I especially connected with his feelings about needing to walk away and find who he was without being a musician. It's hard to describe but I get it, because I needed to do that too. It's like you have this special trick that when you do it, people get excited about you... and you don't trust that there's anything else they would be interested in. At least that's how it was for me. It's a mind game and it can wear at you. I'm glad he took the time to explore. You only live once, do All The Things! It took great courage and I think it has really paid off. It's so beautiful to see him wise and centered and laughing, even though it came at great expense. I still love his voice - he has one of the greatest voices in popular music - and I hope someday he'll do an album of R&B covers because OMG he would kill it! Welcome back, Steve!
I don't understand why it's so hard for people to understand why he was burnt out? He is human. Thank goodness we were able to have him sing while we did and all the wonderful music they gave us. He gave us so much more.... Love Steve Perry
I agree but I believe there is more to the story than what we will ever know. I am not in his shoes but it seems like if you become that big in a band you would want to ride that train for as long as possible.
Steve Perry was the nicest, most compassionate, most inciteful band member in Journey. He made that band what it became. The other band members knew that without his amazing voice, they were done. He has such a soft side and that comes out so strong when he talks about his mother and relationships. When anyone mentions the band Journey, we know these guys were great insturmentalists but Steve Perry's voice was the greatest insturment that put that band on the road to success. Good on you Steve for being who you are and staying true to yourself.
Besides the voice he has an incredible ability to make great music.
I was not a Journey fan when they were together and popular. I did like their music, but I did not go to their concerts.
Now, after all these years, it is obvious they were one of the greatest bands to have ever existed. Steve Perry is Journey without Neil Schon on guitar.
But Neil does not have the ability to come up with great guitar without Steve Perry stocking the fire.
True but Journey did good before him and they are now selling out stadiums with out him. But the new huge lawsuit between Steve and Neil will go on for a while over the trademarks of Journey.
@@jimcrain2647 Journey was going to be dropped by CBS right before Steve Perry joined the band.
If Steve Perry had never joined Journey we would not be talking because Journey the band would not exist.
@@ts31966 yea, but it was the mix of them, Steve P, Steve S, Gregg, Neal, Ross, then Jon. Arnel is a great singer and journey lives on through his voice. it all works....
@@stephaniemathews9156 as I stated previously there would be no Journey if Perry had never joined the band. All the band members were there but they could not produce a hit. Add Perry, instant hits.
Add Arnel, no hits. Arnel was a great replacement singer before Neil Schon ruined his voice. Schon has ruined the voices of 4 singers. Schon does not care about the singer. He cares about his bank account.
Steve Perry will forever be the best lead singer that Journey ever had. PERIOD
Glad to see Steve come out of the shadows and pain of Journey. He is hands down one of the greatest singers of the last 100 years.
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@@steveperry2823 Steve Perry you are a shooting star. With a Eternal flame that will burn forever in my heart. I love who you are and everything that you have done. I think that you are so amazing. If l were to ever meet you l know l would be speechless. I have loved you and your music forever . From Cleveland Ohio 2022 Steve Perry always and Forever 💞💞.
Steve Perry is smart and articulate. He has grown into a very self-aware person. I can feel his wisdom and experience when he talks.
His little bit of imitation singing at 21 mins actually gave me the chills and made me tear up, I’m ngl. this was a while ago, but Jesus Christ. He’s still “The Voice” and always will be 💞
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Your fan love for me warms my heart, Thank you!
It's nice meeting you here.
Roses never fade, memories remain. One of my favorite human beings to ever walk on this planet. Lots of ❤️ to you always, Mr. Perry.
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I Love Steve Perry ❤
He will always be remembered as the best rock voice.
People love you, Steve, not only because of your great music and iconic voice but because of your beautiful heart! So happy you found your passion for music again! You sound wonderful!
I've loved Steve Perry since I heard his voice.
Can't believe Steve is almost 70. I always thought he and Journey were one generation younger than The Beatles and the Stones, but he's not too far behind. God bless him. The greatest voice in rock history. Hands down!
Not only is Steve a great singer, but a great person as well.
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Beyond thrilled about this ... every time I play music, I think of this man's vibrato. He is an encyclopedia of Baroque vibrato techniques. A miracle voice, truly.
A truly wonderful voice from a truly wonderful era.
Music was so sincere, lyrics coming from the heart,
sung by a wonderful, humble gentleman.
Thank you Steve. ♥️♥️♥️
Not only is his voice one-of-a-kind, his songwriting talent is a gift. He cowrote Foolish Heart which is one of my all-time favorite songs. I wish Steve Perry much happiness in his life.
He's such a genuine, sincere, and beautifully intense man. I'm glad he chose the route he took as a musician and a man. You have to respect him for doing so. His loss of love was a inspiration to love music again. It's a amazing story. Happy he's returned!
Steve had his love relationships, never married, because he is basically a loner.
I love him.A beautiful person.So true.
Thank you Dennis
@@jeralynthomson5409 have you ever been to my concert
@@steveperry2823 No never had the opportunity. Sigh....
Thank You Steve for Returning to us with your music. Thank You Dr. Kellie Nash for loving Steve and inspiring him to return. The world is thrilled !!! You are so very loved Steve Perry !!!
This is how you interview a legend, with grace, professionalism, and respect....wonderful chat to sit in on...
Jim Kerr is a class act, and this interview proves it.
Thanks Kyle
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Welcome back Steve Perry..we embrace you with "Open Arms"!
A quick prayer. Lord please give us some more Steve Perry’s. We need more incredible voices like him, and the music that he creates. Welcome back to a world starving of good music!
Amen!!
Amen..
Amen! Check me out on Smule. People say I'm close to his early days before 1984
Paul Adams that must have been the drugs talking not even close
Good prayer but he's truly one of a kind, I'm just thankful I got to see him 3 times with Journey: he sang supernaturally - even better live than on the albums!
Steve is a class act. Such an amazing Man! I love him so much and have so much respect for him. He always stayed true to himself. He was burnt-out, and he deserved time off to take care of himself and have a normal life. He went through a lot. He lost his Mom, had hip surgery, his girlfriend, Kelly passed away, among other heartbreaks--not to mention what he went through with Journey. It was so beautiful what he said about Kelly--he was so in love with her! He started to lose his voice due to the long tours. It takes a lot out of you. As a singer myself, I can totally relate to what Steve is saying, because often times, the lead singer does not get as much respect as the other musicians in the band, which I think is so unfair because the lead singer has a lot of pressure put on them, and singing Steve Perry/Journey songs is not an easy job. It's hard work! Steve deserved a break from music. Just because someone is talented, rich and famous, does not exclude them from every day problems and loss of loved ones. We are only human, and we can only take-on so much. If you don't take care of yourself, you will be no good to anyone else! I have to say, he looks amazing!! Such an inspiring man, not only for his incredible music and singing, but because he is so real and down-to-earth. I will love this Man forever!
So true about taking care of yourself, my mom often tells me, if you don't noone else well! Great comment, I agree with all of it!
+Julie: Yes, that is so very true!! Makes me think of Journey's song: "Be good to yourself, when nobody else will."
Whenever I hear that song, "Be Good to Yourself" to me, it was Steve telling us, he needs to stop doing what he was doing and take care of himself. It was a warning. He did what he needed to do to survive.
ToonieMama. Well said! I agree 100 per cent with you. I wish Steve well with this comeback, he was so missed. It was good to see him again and it was a great interview. I wish you well also ToonieMama with your singing career.
And grow some of his hair back! He is one of many musicians that cut all his hair off and looks funny. It doesn't fit him. Like if Ozzy cut all his hair off! Uhhhh. I'm 52 and had shoulder length hair since i was 15, played drums for almost 30 years. .
I did a bunch of videos with Journey (and 3 from Steve's solo album "Street Talk") and the first time I met Steve I told him how much his style reminded me of Sam Cooke. He said "You know that, I know that, THEY don't know that. Let's keep it that way." He's an amazing guy, I am privileged to know him and to have worked with him.
Cool! What was your function or job?
I was the producer and writer of Oh Sherrie, Strung Out and Foolish Heart. The Journey videos were all performance ones - Loving Touch Squeezing, Lights etc...
I produce and write TV specials - www.imdb.com/name/nm0281299/?ref_=nv_sr_1
Send me a sample reel! (merseymasala@gmail.com)And yes, I am writing a book of stories! 16 Chapters done so far.
Paul Flattery youre the real deal.
My heart's burnin' just like it was before! I love you Steve Perry, you are the greatest!
Thanks Kayser
Thank you Dr. Nash for driving Steve Perry to sing again and R.I.P.
yes ty miss Kelly..now u r watchin' your man and he will do great things!
She must have been an amazing beautiful woman
He died? What's the cause of his death?
@@desidedomohabaljr.4925 No. His girlfriend, Kellie Nash, died of cancer. Before she died, she made him promise her that he won't go back into isolation. Made him promise her, that he will resume and find the love of music and writing again.
@@smcman1 thanks Sharon
I was just mesmerized listening to Steve. He is so passionate, so honest, and just an overall kind soul that he didn't need to explain why he left. He is entitled to his life as he wanted to live it - we all are. He deserved a break - but thank God he found it in his heart through Kellie to return to songwriting and singing again. Thank you, Steve, just for YOU!
Thanks Donna
Steve is literally one of the best singers of all time. I'm glad he's back! :)
STEVE PERRY "THE VOICE!"
Sooooo Genuine & portrays to love most or alllll genres of music!!!! To Say He's Phenomenal DOES NOT DO HIM JUSTICE!!! ☺️🥰🥰🥰🎶
Happy New Year 💕💕💕💕💕 Thanks for your love and support towards me I really appreciate you and can’t thank you enough. Write me with the address above to be among the lucky few who stand a chance for a meet and greet when I am in your city or city nearby..
America loves steve perry
I disagree.
The world loves Steve Perry.
@@draco1225 i stand corrected.
@@patricklarry6645 and Europe, and Asia, and Australia, and Africa, and Oceania and what else? Antarctica Pluto, Mars, the universe love Steve Perry
Steve is a. Ledgen d. I got it 😁👍. Neil should be guitar hall of fame r. I saw him in Santana Neil blew my mind iwas fifteen playing in Derick dorgess and Bruce silver s three peice band Robbie frossie hot and smoke ing drummer journey I. Love them when Steve came along shit inspiration hit hard bassist in many band's I filled in for big name's I loved it I thought I was cool but when Derick dorge came along no money was made but musical and original 😂😍😍 your life and this. Sound Steve Perry got a tape we did live in Sacramento at sum hall citykid now Tesla uused to play these 0e ☮️ man
And Brazil too
Best interview yet...Steve Perry is a class act. Love him and love the new music. Welcome back!
What a kind hearted man who has been through so much. So happy to hear that beautiful voice I grew up loving..it is still so beautiful!
I HAVE ENJOYED ALL OF YOUR VIDEOS I HAVE WATCHED TONIGHT! I LOVED ARETHA FRANKLIN ALSO! MY FAVORITE SONG OF HERS WAS I THINK THE NAME OF IT WAS IF ANYONE WTITES MY LIFE STORY. I'M GOING TO PULL HER MUSIC UP TO FIND THAT SONG SINCE ITS BEEN LONG TIME I HEARD HER MUSIC. YOU ARE SO MUCH FUN TO WATCH & LISTEN TO THAT MAKES ME FORGET OF BEING LONELY. BEEN LISTENING TO RADIO 97.8 THE BOBBY BONES STATION LATELY & THEY PLAY LOTS OF NEW MUSIC. IF YOU DONT LISTEN TO IT THEN I THINK YOU WOULD ENJOY IT ALSO. KINDA LATE SO I'LL SAY BYE FOR NOW. LOVE YOU STEVIE, KGM
Thanks Sonya
@@katherinemartin4426 thanks Katherine
Steve Perry is truly one of the greats!! So humble, sweet the type of person you would like to chat with over a glass of lemonade on a hot summer day.
@Steve Perry Thank you, I hope you are having a fabulous day!!
He is so eloquent and sincere. I could listen to Steve Perry talk all day 💗
Can't wait to get my hands on his new album!
There are so many wonderful incredible singers through out history - But 1980 to 1987 This man probably the greatest single voice to ever sing a song. Range, Pitch, Phrasing, and most of all Emotivness, which is what he still has even after the high-notes may be gone, the emotiveness is just one of a kind. And he is a dam good song writer and one hell of a class act as a human...Listen to mother father live - The end notes on why can't this night go on forever - The chorus on Happy Give....Defies logic back then...Happy he is back and as he stated not putting pressure on himself knowing he is just south of 70...God bless him and keep him healthy.
I was just at a concert a few weeks back (Halestorm) and during the pre show when they play the "warm up music" over the PA "Don't Stop Believin'" came on... Man, the whole venue just lit up and started singing along to that song. So many people touched by his music, I mean every single person in that venue instantly got happy! I remember thinking how lucky and talented Journey was to write that song. If only we all could write just one song so inspiring!
It’s so good to hear you again Steve. Thank you for taking care of yourself❤️
Thanks so much for the morale push, you have been picked for a chat with me, This is my way of showing you all that you are not forgotten, your activity and you can get in touch with me on myEmail or my via google hangout (Perrysteve695@gmail.com)....
For steve to be a total recluse for 24 years.. he is being so honest in his interviews... letting us all in on his mind frame ... really get to see inside his head a little bit and where his song writing comes from.. awesome interview..
I absolutely ADORE this man! It's been 40 years now! I ordered the new CD, of course, and I can't wait!! He looks stunning, he sounds stunning, (just talking!) and I'm just crazy about him! Even after all these years!
I missed him too. Don't care that Journey put a kid that sounds like him. Not the same.
So happy I got to see him live before he walked away. Simply fabulous!! ❤
I've been Loving this man for so long!!! His voice just warms my heart. There's nobody like him. And I will cherish him as long as I live...
And so will i
I still believe I'm dreaming or I'm in a alternate dimension where Steve Perry Came back.
Jim Kerr - your interview of Steve was pitch perfect - You have my vote to do an extended in depth interview with Steve - it would be stellar!
Steve Perry will always be the voice! Arnel held it together for the group for over a decade kudos to him but my heart lies with Steve Perry always has always will!
What an excellent interview!! I laughed, I cried, I held my breath before an answer . . . . You are truly blessed Steve Perry. We loved you in the past, we love you now, we will love you in the future! Praying the very best over you! Thank you for finding your passion and hearts love again!!
When I’m at work and Faithfully comes on, all 8 of my co-workers and I stop what we’re doing and just sit back and listen to that amazing song and vocal. Then get back at it afterwards. Probably in the top 5 best songs ever Made
Highway run, into the midnight sun...
🙌🏽
Love. Him was always me. Favorite singer!!!😘
Steve is such a HUGE part of most of us growing up in the Era of passionate lyrics and an incredible voice that could lay down such heart provoking change. Heart is your drive and an amazing talent to deliver.
I'm struggling with everyone saying they don't understand how he could lose his passion for music. The man is human and to have the strength of character to realize your personal life is no longer one you recognize as the person you've always known and that to get it back you have to slam the door shut. Remember the song he wrote about a friend in trouble , telling him he needed to leave this town before it's "TO LATE" . Imagine....a person who can actually take his own advice ! LOL, rare. Love is something you give from deep inside and when people start reaching in and taking it, telling you when, where, to whom, how much and how often you have to give it, it starts to wither. Steve had suffered some very close personal losses, I know many people do but during that time he also had the music machine reaching in demanding everything he had left. I am actually more impressed that he had the strength of will to walk away from it all than I would have been if he had tried to fight it out and stay. It shows what he valued most, not the money, not the fame, his soul. Being able to sit all by himself and be content with the sun shining on his face or jumping on his bike and feeling the wind caress his face. Living that life prepared him for meeting Dr. Kellie Nash and I'm sure he's happy he was himself again when that happened. Well done Mr. Perry.
Thanks frosty
@@steveperry2823 , My pleasure.
Beautifully stated.
Thank you Steve for the memories and the music. You've maintained a very eloquent outlook on your career and all of us fans wish you much success.
I love the way he talks about Kellie. He is so respectful, and appreciates her for being independent. I love that
This is the only Steve Perry interview I watched in its entirety- I tend to have a short attention span but I remained listening to every word - fantastic!
Me too what great interview
Same.
I had a hard time because it's like staring at the sun for me :) I was crazy about him.from Day 1 and MORE SO after meeting him a few times in 94 and 95.
TightSqueeze Jam at FB lucky you :) I saw journey many times over the years but was never even close to meeting Steve Perry.
keep your focus tracy lol
I am so happy I ran across this today. Coincidentally, my sisters and I were texting about Steve just yesterday. We had been talking about iconic singers and we agreed that Steve was one of the best, his voice was phenomenal, and it could NOT be copied by anyone. Listening to him touched my soul. I believe I have every record on vinyl!! Anyway, that conversation led to me finding Journey’s greatest hits album on YT, and we each in our own homes immediately listened to it. It was the most joyful, most freeing hour and a half I’d spent in 3+ years. Thank you, Steve, for the incredible music. It brought me joy when it came out and it brings me joy now. Thank you for this incredible interview. I truly enjoyed it. ❤️
I just love Steve!! So happy he is finally back!!!!!!! We love you Steve!!!! ❤️😘❤️😘❤️😘❤️😘❤️😘❤️😘❤️😘❤️😘❤️😘❤️😘
Steve Perry is phenomenol! I love love his voice!
I agree. He is my favorite
Welcome back Steve "the voice " Perry. We love you! 💕
I love you too Maria
Awesome interview! Steve is a real person with a real heart. Stay true Steve.💕
You were missed. You are a treasure in this lifetime. Thank you for sharing your gift, and welcome back.
I can't stop smiling that the most emotive singer I've ever heard is back! Thank you for a fantastic interview!
me too
I am beside myself that "The Man" has made it through the storm and is ready to share with us again!! I am grateful, indeed!
Right
Love this man! So bittersweet that he lost his first love (music), then found the true love of his life and then losing her equipped him to return to his calling.💔
Steve is one of my all time favorites. If you want to check out another incredibly emotive vocalist look into Bobby Darin.
So Happy To See Steve Perry Back. His Voice Can Never Be Replaced!!!!!
I agree completely!!! His voice is so iconic and defined a generation...so happy he is back making music
Thanks laureen I am also happy to be back
@@valerieain1995 thanks Valerie
Agree!😊
I wish Steve Perry all the best! He is hands-down one of the best singers ever and a genuine person!
Happy New Year 💕💕💕💕💕 Thanks for your love and support towards me I really appreciate you and can’t thank you enough. Write me with the address above to be among the lucky few who stand a chance for a meet and greet when I am in your city or city nearby..
I cant believe how sensitive, relatable and down to earth he is. Thats what makes the best music.
Living legend
Exactly what he is
I have tears of joy running down my face because his voice has made my life so full. I was heartbroken when he left but I am so grateful he found joy and love. The kind of love that is so BIG! Steve if you are reading, You saved me from darkness and loneliness. I can’t wait to see you on stage! I will make it there! Sending you love 💕
Happy New Year 💕💕💕💕💕 Thanks for your love and support towards me I really appreciate you and can’t thank you enough. Write me with the address above to be among the lucky few who stand a chance for a meet and greet when I am in your city or city nearby..
The most melifluous voice in rock history and my teen crush! Steve Perry will always be my favorite singer!
I am so happy about that darise
Steve, your love for Dr. Kellie Nash was so true. Thank you for your candidness in sharing it with us, and we thank her for inspiring you to return to the music you have always carried in your heart. Your fans have always been here waiting for you and join you celebrating in your comeback.
Wow, Steve looks good!
Wow Steve is such a sensitive guy! God bless him!!
I've seen a few different interviews now and what strikes me is just how settled he seems. Despite tragedies, he never closes up. He doesn't back down from a question and he seems really upbeat about where he is. He mentions tensions with Journey, but there's no backstabbing, just a mature attitude of that's what life is like inside a band. I like the single - he's not lost it, there's no over production going on vocally I can detect. I hope this turns out well for him. He is a legend and as was mentioned, his voice is heard somewhere on the radio everyday, so in a way, he's never left us.Very glad he has returned.
I could listen to Steve talk all day and night. Love this interview ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
The way he explains music is so poetic and beautiful. It’s just so true!
To be honest the main reason I am glad he is back, is because Perry's voice makes me very happy. I literally feel no pain, no depression, I just feel good. Perry could sing rap, country, punk, Tuvan throat singing exercises. Hell, the man can gargle a book on psychological disorders, I will listen. So, that's my story. Sorry he lost love, I am sure he will find it again. Keep moving forward, Perry! Cheers!👏🏽 PS- Great interview!!!!!
Tuvan throat singing exercises. LMAO And yes I totally agree with everything you said... As far as him finding ❤️ I believe there are millions of women who would gladly help him there, including me!
Oh boy, do I agree!!! All worries and depression, etc just disappear! Thank you Steve. Crush on you in the 80's, crush has only grown! ♡
Funny but so true
Perry's voice s so soothing singing or talking I love to listen to him
Thanks a lot
Love you Steve! So proud of being Portuguese having you as a Portugueses decendent!!! You are the voice!
"There wasn't a day that went by (in 25 years) that a Steve Perry song wasn't played on the radio." Amazing quote! I mean think about that for a minute people. Honestly, there are a select few this could happen too, especially when you think they're never coming back. Blows my mind. So doggone refreshing to hear his candid remarks. I never write comments, I mean never. Steve, man, you inspire me bro. ✌🏻🍻
This is the fake Steve Perry. Please "Out" this impersonator on interviews and such. Get the real SP who signed with "Journey" back. Check with the Record Companies. Don't buy "Traces, of the real Steve Perry" record and don't support "the FAKE" on tour either.
Den Boe Are you rightly angry? If you were gone for 25 years, dealt with personal issues that the public know nothing about, lose the love of your life to death and promise her you'd come back to your talent, trust me bro, I wouldn't be mad at you. I would support you. Just view Steve as a human being man. Sure "Journey isn't Journey". I've come to grips with that - I think all Journey fans have. Just celebrate the rebirth of this talented old soul. 😁
Thanks Bryan
I can't tell you how EXCITED I am to know I've lived long enough to be around to hear Steve is BACK! I've loved him from 1980 till now. He's such a total class act!! Love, love love him!! Can't wait to buy the album and the CD. He's just💞💞💞
I ordered signed copies of the CD and the vinyl. Will be at Target on October 5 for a copy of the CD for my car. Welcome back, Steve! You were SO missed!
I saw him in the Strange Medicine tour, and OMFG if he tours again I’ll be there, first in line!
@@katkenobi6765 me too
I'm so happy Steve is back. The one and only true voice
Unless you come close to burn-out, or have burned out, you have no idea, just how long it takes to recover. Ten years later, I'm still recovering from burn-out, so I completely understand Steve's long hiatus from the very industry that burned him out. He made the right decision for his own health.
Steve Perry, always the king, he never age, great sense of humor , decent funny guy. Welcome back❤💋💫
The best interview I have seen so far! Your a classy, articulate, smart, handsome, talented guy-Steve Perry!
Glad you are back! 🖤❤️
I agree, best interview I've seen/heard of the half dozen I've heard from this past week!
These hosts were much more caring and brought out different topics. You could tell they knew how to treat him with respect.
Thanks Kelly
@@brianruyack7632 thanks Brian
Steve looking and sounding amazing! One of my favorite interviews!
really asshole....hmmm maybe if more artists took a page form his playbook got out, got their head on straight and lived their life without the pressure of being in the music business they would still be alive today - Prince, Tom Petty, Michael Jackson, Whitney just to name some of the most recent ones that died too soon because of drugs/alcohol. But then you have the self entitled assholes who think these people owe them something and how dare they leave the band... right?!?
❤️Steve Perry is just fantastic. Smart, kind, classy and handsome. I enjoy these interviews🙏🏻🇺🇸❤️
I watched the big interview, you said you didn't want to read what the critics wrote. You got your affirmation from the fans and their appreciation. I hope that you read some of the comments people post, and it touches your heart. You are a real treasure.
Life's a JOURNEY Steve......I'm grateful your's brought you back to all of us.
Couldn't have said it better....he will always be one of my most favorite voices in music!!! Such a classy, genuine man...great interview 😍
Thanks jo
Nothing can compete with you Steve. Welcome back in our world. Keep walking thru the state of rock and roll. God bless you Mr. Perry.
I'm just seeing this TODAY March 14, 2023 and I Am STILL SO PROUD Of Steve Perry ❤️
I lost my husband of 41 yrs in 2018 and My Daughter-in-law got me this Album and I KID YOU NOT, This Got Me through So Many Days and Nights!! My Favorite is "You Belong To Me" .
I have Cried Many, Many times with that song and Still Today It Calms My Heart when I start feeling the absence of My Dan. Some Days and Nights as well, ARE Harder then others!! Journey with SP was a BIG Party of My life and Our Life!! I Hate that Steve Lost his Love Dr. Kelly Nash but Like Me, We Will See The Loves Of Our Lives Again!!
I Love You Steve Perry and I give Anything just to Give You A Big Ole Hug!! Always!! A Big Fan ❤️
❤️ Love, Rhonda ❤️
Hello Rhonda,
how're you doing?
Your comments caught my attention
and that is why I am reaching out to you.
Your fan love for me warms my heart, Thank you!
It's nice meeting you here.
Also, one of the best voices in rock, ever. Period. The range, the emotion, all of it.
The best interview so far
Welcome back Steve...you have been missed.
Steve! Such a beautiful soul! To put himself first and realizing he was not happy...then the strength to leave...for "himself" to save himself. He is truely a beautiful person!!!
This man never ages💖you look and sound amazing Steve! Thank you for being brave and finding ur truth again. It’s been my prayer you would find music again! We are lucky to have you! Rock on🎼🎼🎼
Like his soulful rock voice!😎
Wow! Steve is the best rock singer of all time AND he's deep! Sounds like he really did alot of work in therapy bettering himself
Steve Perry has the best voice of my generation!!!! No One else Can even come close to him. His range is unbelievable. He truly is “THE VOICE” ❤️❤️❤️
I've prayed for this day ever since Steve walked away from his career. He will never be able to fathom the influence and the impact he has had on millions of music lovers, singing, laughing,crying to his beautiful songs and voice. My God has answered my prayers. Welcome back Steve.....your fans love you!!!
What an amazing gentleman Steve is. So honest, and true to his heart. Love him so much.
Such delightful sweet surprises to see Steve giving current interviews. We certainly miss you, Dear. Much love!
I LOVE STEVE PERRY!!!!! nuff said...
That was wonderful. Steve has so much love in his heart for everything. I can't wait to get the new album and cherish each new song.
I have to say of all the recent interviews I’ve seen with Steve Perry, this is my favourite! Thank you so much. It was touching, revealing, sweet, and different than all the rest!! Bravo to you!! And so much love to Steve for his honesty. I’m over the moon that the long wait is over and that he has blessed us with his new music. Can’t wait for the full album Stevie! 💙🎤
This was my favourite too.
Yesss yess!! And thanks to the interviewer....So instinctive and professional
This guy knows who he is and what he wants and I am very proud of him number one thing take care of yourself first awesome job Steve and welcome back
Here I am...will be 60 in in a couple of months....and I have only now discovered the Legendary Steve Perry!! How is this even possible!! Can't get enough of listening to Separate Ways....and Faithfully!! What a Voice....with one drop dead gorgeous man!! 😍😍 Wow!! Now I'm a fan for life!! Better late than never!! 😍😍😘😘 And this fantastic interview!! 😍😍
This interview meant a great deal to me. I was huge Journey and Steve Perry fan when I was younger. I remember seeing Steve for the first time on the show Fridays and I was instantly hooked. We all were. Gosh he was cute! and what an amazing voice! I knew all the words to all the songs and sang along! And the news that he was leaving Journey was so hard to take.
But I especially connected with his feelings about needing to walk away and find who he was without being a musician. It's hard to describe but I get it, because I needed to do that too. It's like you have this special trick that when you do it, people get excited about you... and you don't trust that there's anything else they would be interested in. At least that's how it was for me. It's a mind game and it can wear at you. I'm glad he took the time to explore. You only live once, do All The Things! It took great courage and I think it has really paid off.
It's so beautiful to see him wise and centered and laughing, even though it came at great expense. I still love his voice - he has one of the greatest voices in popular music - and I hope someday he'll do an album of R&B covers because OMG he would kill it! Welcome back, Steve!