Phil Collins - For A Friend (rare Song) -

"For a Friend" is a rare Phil Collins song written as a heartfelt tribute to his longtime friend and saxophonist, , who was tragically shot and killed by a police officer in 1993. Though it was recorded during the sessions for the 1993 album Both Sides , it did not make the final tracklist and remained a hidden gem for years. 1. Background and Origin

Lyrics describe a friend calling for help and "strength to go on". PHIL COLLINS - FOR A FRIEND (RARE SONG)

The song honors Don Myrick, a member of the Phenix Horns who played saxophone on many of Collins' biggest hits. Myrick was killed during a police raid in Los Angeles when an officer mistook a lighter for a weapon. "For a Friend" is a rare Phil Collins

It first surfaced in 1994 as a B-side on the second UK single for "We Wait and We Wonder". 2. Lyrical Themes Background and Origin Lyrics describe a friend calling

In the third verse, Collins questions the official story of the death, with lines like "What did they know? What did they hide?" and "If they told the truth, he might be here today".

It is included in the "Other Sides" digital compilation (2019) and the "Both Sides (All the Sides)" 2024 deluxe re-release.

The song captures the raw grief and confusion surrounding a sudden loss. Key themes include: