When I hear a song like this, I realise just how capable Richie is of writing simple, emotive lyrics that evoke real emotion and tell a really bloody good story. It makes me wish he and Jon hadn't decided that they had to write 'the happy song' every time, or the song that resonates with everyone in the crowd. Be specific, write someone's story.
Because when you hear stuff like this, you wonder why Jon looks anywhere else for a songwriting partner when he wants to pen one of his Springsteen-esque, Billy Joel-type tunes.
Unfortunately, Richie hasn't got the recognition or respect to get a song like this 'out there' which is why his 'friends' have to push it.
I guess I am somehow viewed as a 'Borg/Lund' bodyguard' as Jessy delicately puts it... but even if not - I just don't see any sense in attacking someone for supporting their friend in a situation I know NOTHING about.
Is she a leech? Very probably. Would you be any different if you were in the inner circle of someone you cared about and had business interests with? People on here have taken to social media to support their 'side' just as much as Nikki Lund has - and those people don't even know the individuals involved personally. Isn't that more reprehensible?
I don't support her, I am not a 'bodyguard' and I am not sure I've seen anyone on here who is. But blaming her and Borg for the demise of this band is easier than coming to the conclusion that Jon and Richie are very probably being pricks and doing this to themselves.
Love the song though.
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