Originally Posted by Beaky

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.