Steve Perry Hid This Song From the Woman He Loved — Then She Died
9.5K views · Sep 21, 2026 · Entertainment
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@RetroWaves2k25 · 9 days ago · pinned
Every fact in this video is drawn from Steve Perry's own interviews and documented reporting — nothing here is invented or dramatized beyond what he's said himself. If you've felt the weight of carrying something alone to protect someone you love, this one's for you.
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@susanmartin7697 · 9 days ago
Steve Perry is a beautiful person. He's living a quiet life in California. Thanks for the wonderful music you have given us.
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@RV1986-h6q · 8 days ago
He’s a wonderful caring man. He was smart to get out when he did. He seems to be living a quiet good life. I admire him💙
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@suzannestivason7073 · 8 days ago
YOU HAVE TO LOVE THIS MAN !!!!!!
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@PrettyMamaPatchwork · 9 days ago
Oh how lovely and thoughtful of you to spare her further pain. That is true love. My heart goes out to you dear friend thinking of that very painful time in your life. Don't ever feel you may have made the wrong decision not to let her hear the song. You were protecting her, and also protecting yourself from the painful memory of possibly having to relive that fragile moment with her. It was very loving of you, and showed the depths of your love for her. Bless you❤
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@kathleenjohnson8940 · 2 days ago
Steve , you're such a good man, strong heart ♥️♥️
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@TerryCapps-w4z · 9 days ago
You got one fact as you say wrong, Steve Perry was never married
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@AmyBeth-z5o · 7 days ago
Now listening to it is sad , you are amazing 🎉
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@jntwst · 5 days ago
I love that Dan Rather is narrating this. In the face-to-face interviews Perry and Rather appear to have a genuine rapport. That comes from a mutual respect for each man delivering nothing but quality and kraft.
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@christavief6210 · 9 days ago
He is my one and only 🌹 💖
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@joanborrelli2919 · 8 days ago
Thank you for sharing your life's experiences with us Steve! I totally understand ! Prayers for your happiness and thank you for your music , always heartfelt❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
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@spDSB · 8 days ago
"Steve showed you could reach your highest dreams" yet he stepped away fr it all, he kept his feet & soul grounded..<br>He was the gold standard as a frontman & the gold standard as a Man . His character shone through in how his relationships unfolded, even with Miss Kelly Nash, he chose love, knowing it would break his heart, that speaks volumes itself.. & hearing the story broke my heart as well😢, Steve Perry is a credible human being that has my respect & admiration, not just now, but forever." 💜🙏♥️
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