It’s like Steve Perry doesn’t settle for anything less than perfect. And the harmonies are stellar, not to mention the powerful tune. You can listen to it every day and still not get tired of it – once is not enough. It will definitely send shivers down your spine like a beautiful surprise. That sudden start gets to us every single time. “You Better Wait” (For the Love of Strange Medicine, 1994) It’s magical and will hit you right in the feels. It has that rough edge and of course, the incredibly-controlled scream. It makes you wanna sing along at the top of your lungs. It’s a haunting tune and Steve just sings with so much passion. It will really get to you – even the guitar solo. It’s the gift Steve Perry has – he can connect to people on a visceral level with his music. You can’t listen to it and not be emotional. Still, it’s quite possibly one of his most powerful and chilling tracks. Nevertheless, it’s an absolute work of art. Of course, let’s not measure it up against “Don’t Stop Believin’” or “Faithfully” because this is obviously on a different level. It’s raw and pure and this song is a true masterpiece. He’s always had such a rare and distinctive voice which are equal parts sexy and sultry. BRB as we dance around the room to this song. Warning though, you need to put on your seat belt or else, you might just be blown away. If you haven’t stumbled upon this gem before, then you’re welcome. Ah, it does remind you of awesome summer days, doesn’t it? It’s one of his most underrated tracks but once you hear it, it might instantly become your favorite. And he definitely looks like he’s having fun. Oh and let’s not forget how fabulous his hair looks in this video. With that awesome tune and killer harmony, all you need is some phenomenal voice to top it off. It’s the kind of song you listen to on Saturday mornings when you just can’t help but put the volume on max. This upbeat track will remind you of Steve Perry’s versatility. We like listening to him sing in the lower register simply because it feels like it’s where his soul is – the music is just brimming with emotion. This solo material is proof that he’s still epic on his own. It’s so raw and different but still had that Steve Perry flavor that we all loved. Anyway, we were so used to hearing him hit those high notes flawlessly but here, his voice is so incredibly deep. It brings you back to those days when you were plugging in your earphones and enjoying the music during long bus rides.
‘Street Talk’ is easily one of the best albums in the ‘80s and “I Believe” makes you feel nostalgic. His first post-Journey album hit us like a punch in the face. Most people think it’s tough trying to build a successful solo career especially for those closely associated with their bands.