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".
The bridge and outro repeat the phrase "We were always laughing," contrasting the tragedy with their shared history. 3. Where to Listen 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 In the third verse, Collins questions the official