Phil Collins - For A Friend: (rare Song)

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

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. The song captures the raw grief and confusion

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". he might be here today".