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Sep 11, 2025

Pete

Mr. Eighties

Pete has published a news story:

On This Day September 11 1982 – Hard to Say Im Sorry by Chicago Became the Number 1 Song in America.

On this day September 11 1982, Hard to Say Im Sorry by Chicago reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming one of the band’s most enduring ballads. Written by Peter Cetera and David Foster, the song showcased a softer, more polished pop rock sound that marked a new chapter for the group in the 1980s.

The heartfelt ballad stood out for its lush production and Cetera’s soaring vocals, resonating strongly...

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