for me i think its the power and faith of their songs and lyrics...their rock ballads are very meaningful too...i think when ppl get attached to a certain member(s) it means more...for me when richie plays that certain note or sings that certain lyric, makes the spine tingle...its like a bond of friendship and aasurance when times are bad...and a bod of great happiness when times are great...ultimately they are so great because their music and words relate to all ppl...regardless of colour or race..