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Apr 16, 2025

Pete

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Pete has published a news story:

On This Day: April 16, 1983 – Journey Released Faithfully.

On this day April 16, 1983, Journey released the power ballad Faithfully, one of their most beloved and emotional songs. Written by keyboardist Jonathan Cain, the track reached number 12 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and became a staple of 80s rock radio and live performances.

Faithfully stood out for its heartfelt lyrics about the struggles of life on the road and staying true to love through distance and time. Steve Perry’s soaring vocals and the band’s signature sound made it an instant...

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