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Originally Posted by ticos_stick
Isn't that nearly the exact same story behind Hey God?
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It is. I've often thought it was behind Harlem Rain, too. Must have been a powerful moment for him. I've also wondered when he talks about the difference between writing for Jovi and writing solo if Hey God took off in a different direction than he intended originally and Harlem Rain wasn't closer to his original feeling in the car, but I don't think I've ever heard him say. I seem to remember hearing him say that Stranger was about him finding his way around as a solo artist, so it's kind of cool to know the 2nd verse was inspired by the homeless guy. I'm beginning to feel like I know him. LOL Maybe he's also the inspiration for "vagabond king wear a styrofoam crown, wondered if I might end up the same."