Journey and Steve Perry story part 5 of 9

[@serenarodriguez9473]

My opinion is any singer who sings with Journey is a glorified karaoke singer STEVE Perry is Journey.

[@Utubin]

As per Steve,You got that right. Man O' Man how good the 80s where and the music was the best. Which btw I saved your awesome 80s playlist to my library. Anytime I read a comment that is related to the 80s vibes I try to check out there chnl to see if the person has great taste in music, and if they do,I save to my library.I have dozens of cool playlist that I enjoy listening too that cool people created. Thanks for sharing. As per Journey, the first song I remember of them playing was when I was 11 and the name was Loven Touchen Squeezen. Yeppers, sure do miss being a teenager in the 80s, however, I am thankful that I did grow up in the 80s along with my brothers sister's and friends. ✌️9.5.24 Atlanta

[@beatrizcantelmo3352]

After watching this documentary, I am even more appreciative of Steve Perry, his integrity and values. If my mother was very if I lost my mother and if I had severe pain and needed more time to heal, I would not hesitate in taking the time off to do that. I am so glad that he did. Too bad that the other band members did not have the maturity to wait longer for his recovery or the compassion to support Steve's recovery. Wellness comes first. And "family" do take care of their family members when they are hurt and nurture them back to health. Finding a replacement was a clear message that money and the branding of the band were the priority. No matter many times Journey tried to replace Steve Perry with Steve Perry sound-alike vocalists, no matter how lovely these vocalists were, the truth of the matter is that Steve Perry was, is, and will always be irreplaceable. You cannot replace a person's soul, heart, and energy.

[@libertadmakeup]

Totally agree

[@karenchetwynd761]

Steve Perry is and will always be the voice of Journey no matter what they say. I will always love and miss him everyday of my life.

[@journeyon2489]

My husband Patrick just got a total hip replacement 2 weeks ago tomorrow, and let me tell you something, it is not a decision you just make over night or even months. This is major surgery! It took my husband 3 years to make this decision to finally have it done. He is now recovering good thanks to god. But I totally can relate to Steve's decision to seek other rimiedies and not just do it on a fly. But he did what was best for him and I'm happy for him no matter what. All us fans our behind 100% Steve :)

[@Karloffrules]

Steve Perry was the catalyst that brought everything to anyone related to Journey. His voice was/is the alchemy.

[@kimmartin7921]

I love Steve Perry. Best vocalist of all time!

[@debbiepaishon4421]

Steve Perry IS Journey ! Anyone else just won't do . In my opinion , no Steve , no Journey .

[@cindydean674]

Steve Perry is the greatest singer in the world and always will be fan forever

[@codyor4483]

The fact that the current Journey members try to replace steve perry with steve perry sound-a-likes, is a true testament to Steve Perry, and the effect he had on Journey's music. They've been reduced to a "Cover Band" which is unfortunate, and I wouldn't go see them if they were playing at the local county Fair across the street (and it is across the street) lol, without Steve Perry. Steve Perry is still a Hottie!!! Best wishes for a long and happy life, to all Journey Members, and Especially Steve Perry, You've given me hours of joy with your beautiful singing, and soul, and here is hoping life brings you all the joy, you have given the fans. Best Wishes Steve.

[@lindaharris6146]

There is no Journey without Steve Perry and if Steve never tours with or without Journey, it's okay. I love Steve Perry on his own.

[@sandrasenner6456]

Steve is one of the nicest people I've ever Met! I live in his hometown of Lemoore, California and we are so very proud of him ! No one can ever take his Place! There is only one Steve Perry !

[@joniskibo5910]

THANKs for Posting all "9" Parts of this Series ❤

[@tangofoxy5781]

STEVE PERRY MADE JOURNEY HANDS DOWN !! STEVE PERRY 💜 ❤️ ALL THE WAY !! IRREPLACEABLE !!

[@sherrytrenner9452]

I had the pleasure of seeing Journey in concert 3 times in the early 80's and it was a very magical time, just like Steve described it. I have been to many other concerts over the years, but I can honestly say that none of them had the feeling in the air , I guess that's what I'd call it the way that Journey did when Steve Perry was still with them. I can't completely describe it.. You just had to be there to understand. I have never felt that feeling since ! I'm so happy that I got to see them before he left the band !!!!

[@snickers8807]

What I find sad is that Steve Perry hurt his voice because of all the back to back touring they did. Crazy and not good for vocal chords which are delicate like tissue paper. Just listening to his interview, you can hear the raspiness that wasn't there when he started. He seems to be very sensitive and intelligent. Schon seems completely unaware of anyone else's feelings except his own. I remember Steve said in an interview that Schon is "radical and lives his life that way, with restless abandon". Kind of describes Schon's personality. Although Perry cant hit those soaring notes now it doesn't mean he's lost his touch of singing with resonate emotion. So if it means him singing in a lower register I'll take it...gladly.

[@TheDizzleHawke]

His voice has always been healthy. He never damaged his vocal chords. Many old rockers lower keys. Billy Joel, Elton, etc. Those high notes are a young man’s game. He lost his passion for music and just stopped singing for 25 years. If you don’t use it, you lose it.

[@tammyking7961]

Come on people he is .hell he is older now but he can doit.he like a warrior Indian he will put his mind to don't let the gift lae e you Steve older now but I tell you if he sings more he will work his voice back where it was

[@tootsiedawn2016]

I've had both of my hips replaced. Steve wouldn't have been able to go on tour for at least 3 months after that surgery. In my opinion, he did what was best for himself. He did the right thing.

[@patricklarry6645]

They said it was a year after the albums release with no tour, waiting on Steve's decision to go under the knife.

[@JSigaran415]

The way Neal said "we are going to get somebody who wants to work" just makes it seem like Steve Perry didn't want to work when he physically could not!

[@janetbuttery2790]

So disappointed to know Neal implied that Steve did not want to work,when he physically could not.After the way Steve worked so physically hard as well as emotionally hard on stage, that must have been such a hurtful, sharp barb. Did it not occur to Neal that it was most probably due to Steve's hard physical work for Journey, that arthritis had set in so early in his life and what that must have felt like for him. Such an unnecessary and thoughtless remark.

[@lisajohns5546]

steve perry will always be the voice of journey ,noone eill ever take his true place

[@jennhorst388]

STEVE PERRY is the BEST and most TALENTED ARTIST OUT THERE!!! The Love, Passion, Sincerity and Beauty of his VOICE is UN-MATCHED!!! C'Mon Steve...YOU'VE STILL GOT IT!!! PLEASE come back...WE MISS YOU!!!

[@journeyon2489]

Steve Perry is gone forever from Journey. I have accepted that. He has a family and life now. Steve is doing Steve. Thank you for all the wonderful songs and memories! They will forever be in our ♡ May God bless you and your family and hope to hear from you again soon! P.s Congratulations on the Rock and Roll Hall of fame! You deserve it! Forever a fan!

[@crystalfreeman9295]

It's August 2020 I,m listening to vh1 Steve Perry said that he's song lovein, touchin, squeezing was personal.that he was monogamous And that she was doing what the song said. Now who would ever cheat on Steve Perry. I can not believe this . Steve Perry I love you and I would never cheat on you.

[@c.c.6930]

I completely relate to this, who in their right mind could cheat on this gorgeous man?😳

[@lindakelch9997]

Steve, Journey will always be... The Journey with you as lead singer. The band members had their many talents separately, but Journey was never really whole until you joined. Everything else is just petty BS. As you have witnessed even since u have not been there, they bicker & fight amongst each other, it just their nature. I'm glad u got out when u did. Selfishness & Greed r never good to base friendship or business on. 😊

[@SorayaEsfandiary_]

They spend seven years totally lost until Steve decided to come back and put the band together again. Make a major comeback with a Grammy nominated song and when Steve faces a health crisis, once again they turn their backs on him. What the hell did they expect him to do? Perform in crutches or on a wheelchair? To make things even worse, they pressure him to get surgery, couldn't even wait for the man to recover. What a bunch of bitter and greedy cry babies. Steve was too good for them and I'm sure they have regretted their decision ever since. There is a reason why every single "substitute" front man they hire sounds like Steve. They're trying to recapture that magic, but the magic is gone, better said, they let the magic go, and that magic is Steve Perry.

[@c.c.6930]

Very well said!

[@davidvitullo2209]

Steve Perry is the greatest voice rock music, Steve Perry is journey he's the greatest

[@Catherineslove]

I so agree with Steve when he said DONT fracture the name Journey!! they should have left it alone. it's kind of a disgrace if you ask me. I never new that Steve went through all this..they seem very jealous of him..he is a nice and sincere guy . they would have went NOWHERE if not for Steve. i was around when they were still together.. we played lights at the end of our wedding.. I'm sorry but real Journey fans would never and I mean NEVER go see the new Journey.. it's like watching a cover band. they are on tour and I actually feel bad for the new singers..they need two men to do the job of ONE person!!! that's how hard it is to be like Steve!! You can not replace him!!

[@izzy.i]

Catherine Beavers You are right. I totally agree with you.

[@crimsontidegal6332]

Steve Perry was the heart of the band and whatever transplant they try to replace him with will never live up to Perry. I will never go to a generic Journey concert. Come back Steve!

[@sarahmills5670]

No Steve Perry No Journey!

[@evelinrociogonzalesroman4339]

LEGEND... Steve Perry 🔥🔥🔥🌹🌹🌹❤️🇵🇪👏👏👏

[@alicepatton4888]

I have the same disease Steve suffers with. I hope.he never has to go through the same thing I have It's also has went to my spine. There's no cure for it. I would take his pain for him. Steve will.always be a part of Journey. He made Journey Still today they sing his songs We have a concert coming June 8th.on Bristow VA I just can't make myself go cause Steve won't be there

[@adder187]

It seems odd (and extremely disappointing) to me that Neal and Jon went without Journey for *10 years* and, yet, they couldn't wait just a little longer for Steve to take care of his health issues on his own timeline. The fans would have waited for a tour. If they wanted the band back so badly, why didn't they try to reunite with Steve during the 10-year hiatus? But, instead, we've been deprived of the greatest voice of the rock era. Seeing Steve Perry live is at the top of my bucket list, but I'm not optimistic. Although I suppose he could have been touring on his own all these years like he did with FTLOSM in 1994. Just one more time, that's all I want! I don't even care if his voice is toast.

[@carolm3055]

Agree 👍

[@MelindaFarina]

I wish Steve would come back / he made that band. He’s a legend

[@msmithrandir561]

I AGREE with all of you "THE VOICE" is Journey.. No one can replace that ever. Steve Perry is Rolling Stone's #76 Best Singers of all time

[@lupehernandez8078]

He should have been in the top 5. That list is a joke.

[@crystalfreeman9295]

@@lupehernandez8078 you are so right. He should have been a lot closer on that list. He was a much better singer than some of those people that made the list ahead of him. Whoever decided that list has water on the brain. Steve Perry is a beast when it comes to singing. And his voice is so powerful and beautiful 🎼🎼🎙️🎙️🎤🎤📀📀🔥🔥💯💯👍👍❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥

[@nancywyatt821]

@@crystalfreeman9295RS could have consulted Bruce Springsteen and Bob Dylan where to put him on the list, but for some reason they have always had it in for him. Rewatch the old making of video for We are the World, and pay attention to the hoops they jumped through to get Bob's two lines to work, he was terrified when he walked into that room. RS placed him in the top 15, Steve in the lower 70's. Also, though for some reason they are shown out of sequence, you can see Bruce practically falling out of his chair the first time he hears SP sing.. In the new Netflix making of video, Bruce makes his feelings known.

[@sharonpaige2083]

Justaman that comment was to you, Steve is so special to me! The very essence of him, brightens my life! I share his pain!

[@pattii55]

Yeah, I get Neal's point: Journey "existed" before and after Steve. It's the quality that's missing. If people don't mind a Journey tribute band then that is what they'll accept if they buy a ticket today. If the signature lead singer is gone, it's not the same band-like if the Stones used a Mick wannabe. Understood too is the reality that Journey is Neal's way of making a living so he'll continue Journey as long as he can still make thousands off the name, rotating frontman clones as needed.

[@justaman6972]

wow you said the truth there. Unless folks have had chronic pain they simply can't relate. best wishes...

[@USMC8591]

The new kid Arnel Pineda is good...real good...from a karaoke stand point and he is great in concert for all the great songs of the Steve Perry era...but new collaboration...he does not measure up...

[@arvidcurtis8451]

Maybe a “whose the leader” tug of war that incites jealousy, misunderstandings and finally tears the whole thing down. WHY couldn’t these mature,adult individuals take a good look at themselves-their values, what each ones talent was and the lineup of priority for “their” band!?! Each played a major talented part and brought their gift to this band. BUT the lead singer Steve was/is the alpha-regardless. And that group could not see past their own prides that they had the alpha of all time as their bands lead. His gut instincts seem to have picked the right choices for the type of sound that made Journey. You can put enough songs on an album if another member wanted to try a sound they liked such as Cain etc, let them-it would be one song out of many. But the majority of decisions would be clear as day what the fans wanted-and that was Steve and his way of music. If members are in it for money-maybe they should have made the path for Journey to soar a little easier for the one who was making it soar and putting money in the bank. JOURNEY at its best and the one remembered is gone-never to come back. Petty jealousies and stubborn prides , misunderstandings they couldn’t humble themselves to sort out , finally lost that band into the past. And that was a big loss! To this day Steve Perry is still in so much demand -because he has that voice, sound and delivery that grabs people. Even at 72. He’s loved beyond belief while the substitute Journey is still trying to make it and are still squabbling among themselves . Yes Schoen may have founded the band and it was a good band-but adding Steve Perry took it beyond good and immortalized it. Too bad they couldn’t see that and forget the foolish fighting that led to all their great loss. I have the real Journey cd’s when the band was a smooth fantastic mega band. Cd’s with Steve Perry, Jonathan Caine, Neil Schoen, and the other two are the only ones I consider “Journey”. As for trying to replace Steve - was not even an option. The singers they tried were very talented people in their own rights-but no Steve and that’s what the people wanted-nothing else would do/period. Arnel is the closest but still not the right fit-and it looks like they’ve worn him down to a shadow of what he was in the beginning. I think he’s almost as burnt out emotionally and physically as Steve got. And Armel seems to be a humble sincere human. Steve saw this and gave him credit at the induction to r&r hall of fame for working so hard to make this band a go. Sooo, I’m thinking these remaining members are where they are now because of their own misguided choices and blind instincts. Reap what you sow!

[@sharonpaige2083]

Thanks Patti, it's nice to know that some one understands, I'm just getting down to the heart of the matter! Pain sucks! Leave my Stevie alone! He's been thru enough,thank you! .

[@cheryldunn9841]

Steve Perry is Journey. He is the heart & soul of the band. Without his incredible vocals and musical talent Journey would be nothing. Steve’s strength and courage to walk away when he did is admirable. Who does that? A man of Integrity who is true to himself that’s who. The band should have been kind and compassionate to Steve’s needs first and foremost over money. Greed and jealousy is an ugly thing to see In any situation. God will truly bless you Steve for your heart of Gold which touches all of the hearts of your fans.

[@Electrocution00]

Lol Jon Cain is hilarious. He says the band is family, but then when Steve (a member of the "family") is struggling and needs the support of Jon to be there for him, the main concern is that the band didn't get to tour or promote the album. It's understandable and unfortunate, but giving up on Steve was a bad move.

[@chrisjen1992]

I agree there was other avenues to take with the band. Ok he wasn't ready to tour because of the injury and wanted to wait on surgery....What about recording more music another album before taking it to extremes. On the other hand we have been waiting for new music from Perry for over 20 yrs. He makes a statement that new music will be coming early 2016 and once again we are still waiting. It will be interesting to see what happens at the end of this tour. The band had no plans on new music.

[@yhwhtlc9217]

I agree with your both Ryan Bane & Chris Toomey----- I believe that is what SP was meaning by ,, dont fracture the stone, dont fracture Journey,, he meant go out & do 'other' things that did not involve the Journey CORE- & he wanted them to wait for him to recover from his heath.... I think Neal/Jon wanted a timeline-- (as in) how long do you want us to wait for you.... well if your a 'family' and loyal you would wait however long it would take,,, you would - not- put an ultimatum or time line on that... but I think SP knew it was coming anyway,,, when he said - dont fracture the stone- he knew what Jon & Neal were capable of since they were already telling him they were interviewing other singers to take his place--- that they would go on -- as Journey......... sorry but that is not something I would ever make amends for...... see you at a venue,, sure I'd say hello... maybe... but reunite as a band----- forget it! if they did it once to him,, they would do it again in a heartbeat..

[@izzy.i]

Tamy Correll I agree with you totally. I don't blame Steve for not speaking to NS or JC anymore. They are ungrateful. Without SP, they will not be where they are today. It's proven, without SP, Journey not producing any hits songs anymore. All they can do is keep on playing Steve songs.

[@mojotrexzoller4628]

Totally agree! NO loyalty, a hurtful move that im sure the band wish they could take back.

[@RedTitan-px7kt]

Herbie Herbert ; How many people did you sing in front of in your career? How many lyrics did you write, remember and perform live to millions? None!! Because you don't possess the talent or the understanding that it takes to do that night after night after night and still keep your common sense and decency about you! To bad, Steve Perry is a once in a lifetime singer and performer with decency as a human being to go with it. Your sold on ticket sales! Tour, tour, tour, sell out stadiums! Burn out Steve at any cost so long as you are touring and making money! You failed to see that Steve was your ticket and that is your Journey now.. Nobody did it or does it like Steve Perry and that's a fact! God given talent beyond the rest and he used it the right way!

[@sharonpaige2083]

I can understand exactly what he meant by not feeling he was a " part of the band", sure he was " in the band" but not a part of it, he was driven, he was talented he took control over the type of music he thought was the best for the band, and it was OK for a while until he got sick of their tantrums and backstabbing and needed to take care of his health , mentally and physically.

[@sharonpaige2083]

I recently heard Steve's story about the song Faithfully. He said Johnathan wrote that song about his feelings for his wife, Steve said that's why he made the ending so special, he did it for Johnathan and his wife at the time. Their marriage was in trouble.

[@sharonpaige2083]

That two-faced Cain didn't mention that did he? Steve was turning that band into something beautiful and Schon was upset because he didn't " meet" and greet" the fans.....damn.. Schon met ànd greeted too many fans if you ask me, all those marriages he had....Pig..lol.

[@johnsantacruz7417]

+Sharon Paige You know...Journey did not originate with Steve Perry ....though their best albums were created with him....He had a magnificent voice, the voice that took them over the top.....However, Steve decided to quit going on tour with them and eventually had an operation, which left the other band members lost....No band will wait forever for any member not Journey for Steve Perry, not The Allman Brothers for Dickey Betts, not the Beatles for John Lennon....So, to criticize band members of Journey for a decision that Steve Perry made to quit touring.....is silly......Steve Perry quit.....He was not let go....He quit....His health was going down.....He let them go....That does not mean Journey was not the same without him....They are still trying to recreate Steve's wonderous voice.....So, to criticize other band members, who also created the sound of JOURNEY - is ridiculous....It is not known as the STEVE PERRY band..........JOURNEY.....is their name......Steve got sick physically....and was burnt out from touring.......not from the band, JOURNEY....silly....I hope Steve can perform again at the level he once knew.....if he can not I am sure he will not....he had high standards.......

[@johnsantacruz7417]

+John Santa Cruz And I still love Steve Perry....

[@ImaginationStudios123]

+Sharon Paige i agree with you Ms Paige. They would meet the fans Steve would isolate due to him being mobbed by people. Also they had a lot of disagreement about the songs a lot. Here is the truth i think. rock was done after the late 80's it became more pop culture with Paula ab dual and Michael Jackson. rock was done and is still done because big hits today are not rock rock songs. times change fast enjoy it when you can and save up for retirement. But i completely agree.

[@romaepitzer4476]

Steve💕... life has had it's way.... hasn't it💔 All i want for you is to be Happy☺ Your music and voice has Blessed me so much and always will..... Thank you... Steve you will always and forever be in my heart❤

[@teresaalford9080]

There will NEVER be another Steve Perry! Never!

[@terrypoplin5940]

If your voice never existed Steve..Journey would never have been.. JOURNEY♥️ love you!

[@dphotos007]

Do not care who they had to replace Perry. Journey is not Journey without Steve Perry.

[@MonaFey]

You said it best pal.

[@heavymetaltattoos]

Steve is steve and he cant be replaced, BUT Journey was Journey way before there was a steve perry... Steve Perry is and always will be one of the GREATEST Frontmen EVER

[@mojotrexzoller4628]

Word!!! That is the spoken TRUTH!

[@mikka8654]

I let you in on a secret. For me Journey is with Arnel Pinada. Never listened to Journey before, they were dinosaurs even before I hooked on rock n roll. To me Arnel Pinada is the singer of Journey. And if we are at it..Deen Castronovo is the DRUMMER of Journey for me :)

[@CherylHShannon]

Mikka then you unfortunately have not been blessed with the true and full force of Journey with Steve Perry who cowrote or wrote himself and made them famous. Without Steve Perry they would have been nothing!! There would have NEVER been a Journey without him, now they are just riding his tux tales.

[@kimsielovesjourney]

See! he didn't want to leave the band!!! his own words!! " You know, don't fracture the name JOURNEY. Go out and do whatever you want to with whom ever you want to BUT LEAVE JOURNEY ALONE!!!!"

[@jennhorst388]

ABSOLUTELY..STEVE PERRY...Made JOURNEY the SUPER BAND that they had become!! "WE" the "Journey Fans" WANT Steve Perry back! Yes...they have used several good to average singers..However, they are "ALL..MIMICS" OF STEVE PERRY!! "THE VOICE"..Steve Perry" cannot and HAS NOT been replaced..BECAUSE, there is ONLY ONE that has his Talent, Passion and True VOCAL ABILITY..Steve Perry is the ONE and ONLY "BEST SINGER" that made the Band who they were...c'mon Neal...GET HIM BACK!!

[@jeanetteshaughnessy9518]

Can watch over & over!

[@MarriageCovenant]

Steve lives life from the heart-people like him hear his heart. He was the total opposite of a narcissist and why he made his decisions from the heart as well

[@sdeeley1949]

I am glad Steve Perry made the choice he did, the others just did not accept he was more talented then they were...where were all the hits after Steve Perry left??!!! none!

[@maggiemacleod2369]

There is no Journey without Steve Perry....I wish I could get Amazon's Alexa (Echo) to realize that.

[@lesleysowell5904]

I'm with u Sharon! They never and never will appreciate what he did 4 the band. He was the heart and the soul of the band and they dropped him as soon as they found someone that sounded like him. They cheated on the faithful one with other lovers! I will never go to a Journey concert even if they pay me a million dollars, and a ticket to see Steve would be priceless to me! I will always be faithful and love you Steve Perry!

[@wp1953]

Steve Augeri was definitely the best singer they've had since Perry !

[@pattii55]

"But Neal and John believed there had been a Journey before Steve Perry and there could be one after him." Yep. Sucked before Steve Perry. Sucks AFTER Steve Perry. Hope someone comes to their senses and Steve returns.

[@terrilleed8196]

Hip surgery is serious....three months into it still in pain....did they really think it could be that quick.. Gosh he's awesome. But still human..love you steve...inspiration to this hip surgery patient

[@adrydiaz6899]

Los mejores compositores de Journey ❤❤

[@ganderdavis5303]

Yes there was a group named Journey before Steve Perry but it became well known after Steve Perry joined.And yes there is a Journey after Steve Perry but this Journey has constantly searched for the VOICE of Steve Perry.So Neal and the rest of Journey can say what they want but it was their choice to drop Steve Perry and it was their choice to admit they couldn't play without the VOICE of Steve Perry.So yes Steve Perry was and always will be JOURNEY !!

[@chellbelle43]

Gander Davis Wholeheardtley agree

[@izzy.i]

Gander Davis You are right. Journey is nothing without SP

[@lphoenix3845]

The Journey b4 SP was ready to loose their contact until SP was added... So there was kinda a Journey b4 SP... But a falling apart Journey. They stayed under SP sound ever since they didn't wait for him, (kinda crappy). At least SP got royalties.

[@Catherineslove]

and by the way..not one member of journey showed ANY concern for Steve when be got hurt!!! so I believe Steve when he said he did not feel like a part of the band..like family..all they complain about is making money!! Steve WAS their golden ticket! go reform your band and STOP getting sound alikes!! it cannot of be done!!

[@JOHNNYSGIRL1960]

You took the words right out of my mouth. Those guys are total jerks!!!

[@breseisfriends126]

Hit the nail on the head....I'm sure Steve felt betrayed....No concern for his well being at all..WTH

[@JoeyT1]

Cannot HAVE been done, not OF been

[@mikka8654]

Hip replacement is and was a pretty standard and safe surgery See Mick Mars of Mötley Crüe..he was on stage in one week after surgery.. It wasn't a stopper. Steve Perry did not wanted to go on the road, he wanted to be in Journey making records but not wanted to tour.

[@CherylHShannon]

Mikka I have had both my knees replaced, it is NOT an easy surgery. Plus I have had 3 surgeries on my lower back and 2 on my neck, they are NO where easy surgeries, I can't imagine my hip being replaced. If Steve has anything like me. He lives in severe pain every day. Yeah I agree with what he said, go to differnt doctors try other things. All this time needing his friends his brothers. Nowhere to be found because they didn't give a shit about Steve they were out auditioning other singers. Jon Cain and Neal Schon are cold hearted SOBs PERIOD!!!!!!

[@j.spottedhorse8939]

He was right he wasn't a part of the band or they wouldn't have booted him out, they would've waited for him as a true family would. Heard good voices try to replace Steve Perry but cant replace that spirit and that drive that led Journey.

[@journeyon2489]

Steve is gone from Journey forever. I have accepted that and I don't blame Steve for his reasons. Steve is doing Steve now. He has a family of his own and a life of his own. He is financially in a stable place now and he has left us all a legacy like no other. I wish him well and all the happiness in the world! May God bless you and your family Steve! Thank you for all the wonderful and becareful memories! Forever a fan!!! :):):)

[@lindaderry2046]

Yeap totally agree with Steve Perry Journey became known because of Steve Perry and man he got sick been through the same thing its min 6weeks physical not to mention emotional. And Neal Schon said from beginning he wasn't to keen on Steve until the girls the height the money then it was okay well news I won't listen nor buy a new Journey Album because its not Journey. So Neal Schon your lack of gratitude to Steve Perry for getting your band a name shows pissed Journey fans off. you could tour call it anything Steve asked kindly. I'll buy Steve Perry's albums but NO new Journey and I don't blame Steve done dirty you owe him for everything you own he made you money because your band was nothing before and nothing now. ROCK ON STEVE PERRY YOUR #1 FAN

[@izzy.i]

Linda Derry I totally agree with you. SP didn't owe them anything but Journey owe everything to SP. Before SP, no radio wants to play their songs and their records are not selling. After SP join Journey, they records sold millions. I don't like Journey without SP.

[@dalbriggss]

The band was so fortunate to find two frontmen (Steve Augeri & Arnel Pineda) to step in after Steve Perry’s departure. 😇🙏❤️👍 The band Journey 1977-1987 was pure magic !

[@JOHNNYSGIRL1960]

Who's voice is heard on the radio and ballpark still today? That's right, Steve Perry's! Nuff said fake journey.

[@derekwalker4622]

There are a lot of bands who have parted ways with their singers. Motley Crue, Van Halen, Iron Maiden, Black Sabbath, just to name a few, but there is a certain something about those line-ups, that when a certain member of the band, primarily the singer, especially if that singer is a major contributor of the bands songs, that creates a sort of magic in that band that cannot be truly replaced. Motley Crue isn't Motley Crue without Vince Neil, Van Halen isn't right without DLR, etc. Another prime example of a band, I feel, that should just retire as a group, is The Eagles. I am sure that many of us are sad at the news of Glenn Freys' passing, but, The Eagles without Glenn, can never stand. Journey may continue, they may even experience a minor amount of success, but it will NEVER have that magic they had with Steve Perry.

[@pattii55]

Exactly. People complained Steve Jobs was controlling too, but I would say Apple was also quite the success both the first time and the second time when he returned because he was a control freak. But you need an intelligent, successful, control freak at the helm or things get ugly. Maybe it's a "Steve" thing. :)

[@sharonpaige2083]

As for his mental state do u ever really listen to the words this angel sings he is a special, emotional human being! He might easily have been on meds because of pain! Mentally ill? Hell no!

[@tinacolby1392]

Sometimes, one must take time away......especially after much loss.

[@pattii55]

You are right, they can't begin to understand unless they've had back problems or something serious. 5 years ago I had severe back pain from a disk and it is unbelievable endless, scary, pain for over a month, I feared I'd never be able to go back to work but am fine now and no repeat. Wait until one of them gets something similar, then (too late) they'll understand where Steve was coming from with everything that went down.

[@rosevantassell2625]

this guy is extremely good but Journey is "STEVE PERRY" .

[@EvaCombs-ni1dx]

Hey Steve why do you wonder. You have the best voice ever. Ok!!

[@kimberlycoronado9807]

Sad. They used Steve Augeri and haven't mentioned him since Arnel.

[@ruthzepeda8279]

When a man love a woman, my angel voices.

[@ldr4506]

It is a travesty that the world has missed out on the music that could have been created if greed, short sightedness and ego hadn't prevailed with the band members. How many more songs that would have been interwoven into the fabric of marriages, graduations or special events.The guitar was the backbone but without the heart of Steve Perry the band isn't the same, the songs aren't the same. Ultimately the band missed out on millions and the world missed out on what these talented people could share, the music magic was that collection of people, not one or two of them. Most likely mistakes were made on each side but as Brian May said { this is not verbatim} when a band finds that spark, that thing that's very special and speaks to people it needs to be respected because it's rare. The magic was disrespected, so sad. That kind of music had a shelf life and eventually things changed but I believe they could have been making music that could be sold and enjoyed for many years if they could have kept their ego's out of it and taken a break to recharge and renew. Their management has a lot to answer for in this debacle as well, nobody can be creative if they never have a moment to think, are exhausted and in total reaction mode constantly. Fight flight mode does not make good decisions unless you have a car coming at you, otherwise it's a poor life decision maker.

[@LornaT-u6g]

Steve Perry's magnificent voice is an instrument lent to him by the angels in heaven. He's the best to ever do it. Taking Steve Perry out of Journey, and replacing him with another singer is like taking Mick Jagger out of the Rolling Stones, plugging in some other guy, and still calling the band the Rolling Stones. It's an utter embarrassment.

[@ashleylong3984]

Its funny that Neal Schon said there was a Journey before Steve and there could be a Journey after Steve.. Well I hate to tell you but Steve Perry is who made Journey what it is today and without him there is not and never will be a Journey again!

[@conantxyz]

If only you tube existed then. Love having my computer now for the music I can listen to whenever I feel like it.

[@sharonpaige2083]

Thanks for your comments! I know I have a rather colorful way of expressing my self lol, but I meant every word! I simply adore S.Perry, he is one special man to me, thanks!

[@emthegreatandterrible7632]

Where is 6,7, 8 and 9 of 9?

[@jerrymolera7012]

Steve Perry is Journey!

[@elenaoftroy]

Now I am sad ! :( I don't care who is right and who is wrong I just hate seeing them like that ! I see some hate here ... between journey and steve ! :(

[@ultimatecouponlady]

Steve Perry: " I never really felt like I was part of the band." Steve Perry, you WERE the band!!! 🗣🎤👀🥰🥰🥰

[@journeyon2489]

We are on your side Steve! ♡♡

[@chrisbeard5794]

No one will ever fill Steve Perry's shoes.

[@franzitaduz]

This really helped me understand the whole situation better. Steve had the hidden drive of years of struggle, and came into his own as an artist because he was with equal giants. Youth and ambition caused him to excise members who were seen as weak links, when they weren't. Then later payback came when the pillars of life slipped. It's an unavoidable tragedy that always effects great artists. The gift overshadows and suppresses every other area of your life . In the end, when all is gone or has been thrown away, the gift recedes. At the Hall of Fame, the dust was swept away. Arnel needs a time of restoration. The window is there.... I think only Frank Sinatra managed the comeback to a certain degree. Journey now would have to be new music of men of experience. I think it would be incredible, but would the fans allow them to move on........?

[@maryradloff3594]

NO

[@journeyon2489]

My husband Patrick just had a total hip replacement done on June 21st. This was something he has needed for the past 3 or 4 years. He made his decision to get it done in April. Hip surgery is a major decision. Look up Total hip replacement on KZbin and you wouldn't want to get it done either. So I can relate to Steve's decision on finding other alternatives. My husband had no more choices. He was bone on bone. Lots of pain he was in. Every thing happens for a reason in life. I'm glad that Steve Perry took care of his health and is in a better place now.

[@adrydiaz6899]

La vos de Steve Perry en Jour5 es un registro bunoco e inigualable e insuperabled amobesa voz canta con el alma y con sentimiento . ❤❤❤❤

[@Sweet33Ga]

He is hardly Steve Perry with a perm. Not even close.

[@jimmyjam3214]

Arrivals was just awful. I couldn't even tell it was journey on the radio at the time. Let the man get his surgery and rehab. Then go on the road. Greed made that decision

[@BulgadariXR]

Have you ever had a friend who always wanted to control where you went, what you ate, and when you did it? Control freaks come in all shapes and sizes. I love Steve Perry's voice. I loved the band when they were together. I support them biting the bullet and moving on. The band existed before him and after. That is the point Neal was making. I wish they could have stayed together though. It was iconic.

[@RIPWWJohn]

"its Steve Perry with a perm"......LOL!

[@danita1116]

When you Love a Woman ❣️❤️

[@carolbianchi1763]

All I can say is there's no Journey without Steve Perry !!!! Will not attend a Journey concert and let Steve Perry !!!💖

[@carolgale]

They can get 10 more Karaoke singers and they will never take away what was done with the VOICE Steve Perry

[@stealthreporter5122]

Neal Schon didn't do anything on his own that was anywhere near as huge as Journey. He has a lot of bitterness & jealousy toward Steve Perry, probably because he knows the until Perry joined the band, Journey was NOTHING. It's a simple equation---before Steve Perry, they got nothing, after Steve Perry they became rich & famous with tons of hit albums and songs. All they had was Journey, and that's why they tried like hell to get a lead singer that sounded like Perry. If they were such great musicians on their own---and they are great musicians---they could have formed a whole new band, write all new music, gotten their own lead singer and been as successful as Journey was. But they knew damned well that Steve Perry was the ticket seller there---and they hated that.

[@izzy.i]

stealth reporter You are right. Without SP, there's no more hits songs from Journey.

[@cindybrannen2479]

I think that they should have waited for steve to get better instead of throwing him out they didnt care about him

[@lphoenix3845]

Cain also tried being in his own band before Journey and his band failed too... He was trying to be lead singer..

[@lynn2613]

The new singer is not even comparable to Perry.

[@MrEcho419]

Steve Perry with a perm??? LMAO... time to buy a box of Q-tips!!! Steve PERRY Always has been and ALWAYS will be Journey!!

[@tricia1114]

This band disgusts me (mainly Neal & Jon), I felt so bad for Steve Perry, he didn't want the band to replace him. What the band did was truly sick, selfish and greedy. The only reason Neal and Jon booted Steve out the band was truly out of jealousy and wanting full control of the band! Bad bad bad decision Neal and Jon!!

[@juggijones8322]

I wish alien project would have worked out for him. These guys used him 100%. And still look at him as a meal ticket / not a person. If someone who made your lousy band into a Billion dollar machine/ at least u can do is ve his friend. Fuck. Love ya Steve.

[@DonitaSilk]

I’d be curious to know how many people had heard of Journey when they first were around? Not even were devoted, hardcore fans. But had just heard of them?