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The story of Broken Wings by Mr. Mister, the song went to #1 in 1985 from the album Welcome to the Real World. Broken Wings is a masterpiece of the 80s with that haunting bass line, the epic guitar parts and lead signer and co-writer Richard Page’s fluid and defining vocal. It’s just audio perfection. We go behind it’s origin with Richard. Hey music junkies Professor of Rock always her to celebrate the greatest artists and songs of all time If the greatest music of the rock era is in your veins than you’ll want to become a part of this community by subscribing to this channel so you don’t miss our daily episodes . Also support our mission of curating the best of the rock era by becoming a patron.,
Today we have a special episode. I gotta tell you one of the greatest joys of my life is being able to go in depth with my heroes, your heroes the great artists of the rock era on their greatest songs, Songs that have been the backbone of my life. from my youth to now. Songs that continue to knock me out. Broken Wings by Mr. Mister
is one of those songs for me. It’s always been one of my favorite songs. It’s just a masterpiece of the 80s, that haunting bass line, the epic guitar parts Richard page’s fluid and defining vocal. It’s just audio perfection. .today we go behind this classic with Richard. The song of course from MR. Mister’s fantastic platinum 1985 album Welcome to the Real World which went to number one on the album chart in early 1986 and contained 3 top 10 hits including the number ones Kyrie and Broken Wings. Broken Wings was recently used in the an episode of the Reese Witherspoon show Little Fires everywhere.

[@christophers2959]

Music just hasn’t been the same since the 80’s

[@ProfessorofRock]

You can say that again!

[@fawlteemontee3118]

Beach Bum... And never will be the same ever again. We're the luckiest ones on Earth to have lived good old times and take them in our graves.

[@trudyjoejenkins9357]

I wish we could of seen where music (if you can call it that) would be in this time. At the time it was great music but how could we know we would loose it. For a long time I thought it was just me that wanted that music back. It was a time like no other. But finding KZbin and reactors that are listening to it for the first time. Auto tune sucks because you don’t even have to sing good anymore to get hits. Soooooo many good bands

[@jamescarter3196]

bucky468 Wrong, dude. That’s just idiotic. They aren’t massively influential like the Beatles, and they aren’t so bad that they’re worth bashing. Try learning more about music instead of getting so focused on hating one group who isn’t THAT important. Melodic rock sure as hell didn’t get killed by grunge.

[@gworsham32290]

The DEA messed everything up

[@shpgrl1026]

This song and Kyrie are two of my favorite songs ever. Broken Wings is unlike any other song out there and will always be flawless to me. It is incredibly well mixed and has so many amazing moments. Thanks for this!

[@ProfessorofRock]

More than welcome!

[@edhannigan4327]

Huge sounding songs, when the drums kick in at the start of Kyrie it’s massive sounding 👌

[@sasicmirko]

"Is this love" is another masterpiece in addtion to "Broken Wings" and "Kyrie".

[@charleyfarley5065]

shpgrl1026 completely agree with you on everything you just said.

[@MrDaveFab]

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[@DiverBand]

Richard is one of the most underrated vocalists of all the 1980s. His voice is absolutely spectacular! I have to check out the digitally remastered CD with the new bonus songs. I just wish these guys would put their differences aside and do a reunion of the original band. I think they would find that would it would be very personally and professionally rewarding. I know the fans would love it as well!

[@TheReubenKincaid]

I always go back to Broken Wings live at the Ritz 85. Man what perfection. I love the Choir Vocal swells from the synths , and Richards vocal performance especially the ending. This was a hit my Senior Year of High School, Autumn 85. I really believe this song years ago was truly associated as “80s” meaning it might have sounded dated in the 90s and early 2k . But 35 years later it truly has transcended. This is a song I don’t hear, I have to listen to it

[@jacquelineoliveira4387]

I always go back to Broken Wings live at The Ritz 1985 too. The band is so talented. Richard Page's voice is absolutely incredible, he is the best singer of all Time in my opinion. His performance is so emotional, look at his tears at the end ... I want this song to be played for my funerals. Sorry for my english, but I am french 😊🤷🏾‍♀️

[@stevehammersolway5084]

Probably my fav ever 80s song gets better with age ❤

[@PatrickBrown-lv7rv]

Agree!

[@mikeralston777]

Goosebumps every time. This song perfectly encapsulates that two year period in the mid 80s.

[@michelelaraia7358]

RCA label, now BMG

[@robster7316]

That song was everywhere back in '85. Great memories!

[@ProfessorofRock]

Glad to hear!

[@loganmpe7559]

I agree, man I love this song

[@jondoglegs7124]

The only defence people apologising for todays music have is like “theres good music today you just gotta look for it” but thats not the point is it. Mainstream 1980s isn’t mainstream 2020s. Most don’t have time to look for alternative anyway it’s something you’d stumble on

[@carolyna4484]

I loved his voice. My 18 year old daughter says today's music is crap and recognises the 70s-90s for what it truly was.

[@johnnyappleseed5029]

Hi Carolyn, I have an 11 year old daughter who is a self professed "80's child", it's a beautiful thing..........

[@LottiDotti76]

Y'all have some kids with great taste in music! Thank God my two sons (9 & 12) love all the good stuff too.

[@IanPatrickOfficial]

That's awesome! Same here.

[@DigitalvideotoolsOrg]

The 70S-90S you talk about had plenty of crap music too.

[@deepakjoshi823]

I agree with her!

[@AudiophileTubes]

'Broken Wings' is a timeless MASTERPIECE! My god... what a song!

[@kingjangad]

i'm listening to Broken Wings every single day

[@rolandocastillo6770]

If there was a time I could go back to and freeze it forever it would be when I first heard Broken Wings on the radio. That song has so much atmospheric qualities starting with that famous bass and synth lines coming in together. The production is so amazing, it still sounds fresh all these years later. And kudos to Richard Page's voice. The guy has some serious pipes.

[@BillGraper]

I have that CD, and I can't even imagine life without "Broken Wings." It's just one of those unique songs from my youth. It's the perfect pop song. Absolute perfection!!! 😎👍

[@ProfessorofRock]

I can't imagine life without broken wings either, don't want to. Glad you're a fan!

[@williamlowe7718]

Funny thing, Broken Wings is the worst song on the CD...Black and White and Welcome to the real world, best songs...awesome album!

[@DeathBYDesign666]

Did you get yours in 1985 like I did? That was at a time when there were like 10 CDs to choose from.

[@BillGraper]

@@DeathBYDesign666 I didn't buy my first CD until November 1990. That was also when I bought my first CD player.

[@joesmith9216]

It's a prog song really

[@wilcarrero1639]

Richard Page is an icon, plain and simple! He is simply the prolific voice of a generation, and a writer to one of the songs to the “soundtrack of my life”. Fantastic musician, amazing voice and all-around good guy, love the music. His music helped keep me alive during dangerous deployments. Thank you, sir!

[@EdMan57]

Broken Wings was the first song I heard after my ex-wife asked me for a divorce. I was totally blindsided by this,as it seemed to me like we had an excellent relationship. The words and feel of the song gave me great comfort as I healed. I still get choked up when I hear the song,even after 30+ years.

[@danielmarquis5258]

I dig Mr Mister!! This Channel is SUPER addictive! Keep up the good work.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks, will do!

[@danielmarquis5258]

@@ProfessorofRock What I really admire about you is that you are so thorough with your thoughts and feelings of the Artists and Bands. I also like that you are so POSITIVE. Some people don't know how to interview people, but you are excellent at your Craft.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thank you my friend, that really means a lot!

[@johneoff707]

Welcome to the Real World is one of the best albums ever. I don't know how many times I've listened to it from beginning to end. I love the deep tracks as much as the hits.

[@MJLU280]

One of the best vocals ever. The outro is absolutely incredible

[@grimlund]

Yeah. Its brilliant. Wonder if it was the outro that made it impossible for them to edit down the song and make it shorter. You have to have that repeating guitar riff there and the fading. A masterpiece from the 80:s.

[@recordingdotpizza]

Love Richard's voice. A criminally underrated singer (and he's still got it all these years later!).

[@galejandro2003]

It's unbelievable how good Richard's voice still is!!!

[@The_Dominic]

This song just never gets old... a masterpiece!

[@sheldontaylor82]

This song is my soundtrack to my teenage years during the 80s, and one of my most fav tracks from that decade. Still love it to this day, and often gets played alongside Toto’s Africa, Don Henley’s Boy of Summer, to name a few. Thanks for the video!

[@ProfessorofRock]

You're very welcome. Glad to hear you're keeping it in rotation!

[@mikilee777]

Same with me...

[@idonthavealoginname]

Good call Sheldon .I'm so glad I was a young man in the 80's,it was such a great era for music.

[@sheldontaylor82]

@@idonthavealoginname thanks mate! Yeah it was the best era to grow up in, fantastic music! Even my 18 year old son listens to our music, it’s that good!

[@nitro_001newman2]

Those are all incredible songs, that seem to have a bond together.

[@brianbailey6230]

I love this song, it will always be one of my faves from the 80’s. Mr Mister was a great band and Richard Page is a great singer. Long live great music. 🎵🎶

[@LarryFleetwood8675]

An '80s AOR masterpiece, still haunting today 35 years on...

[@OneHope4Heaven]

Broken Wings is my favorite song of all time - it's magical the way the keys & guitar echo the melody, the way the synths sound like a heavenly choir, the way the drum processing is a perfect mix of analog & digital, the great bass line, of course, - all cherry-topped with Richard's Golden & Emotive Vocal. I was already a huge fan of Pages, and when I found out they had regrouped as Mister Mister, I nearly lost it with excitement that they had finally gotten the recognition they deserved/were put on the map! I had the great fortune of seeing Mister Mister in concert three times; two times at The Palace in Hollywood ('86/'87) right at the stage! - and one time at the Greek Theater in Los Angeles ('87). At The Palace, in between songs, I held my hand out to Richard to shake it, but he declined at first. I tried a couple more times and he finally reciprocated. He held on longer than I expected just looking down at me. Then, when the lights went out, I started to take my hand away but he gripped it tighter - to my utter surprise! When the lights came back up, he started to take his hand away and I gripped HIS tighter! (lol) Later on, after the show, I waited for them outside the building & got their autographs (except for Ferris - he was AWOL). I was so happy to be able to tell my musical heros in person how much I loved their music from Pages ("Two People" being the star), as well as Broken Wings & all the new stuff. Richard and Steve George were very reserved, quiet & humble,... Pat was surprisingly friendly, outgoing, and engaging. The second time I saw them at The Palace, I snuck a camera in and took pictures of them performing. I also got autographs while they were on stage. We sang our hearts out along with them, shifting between melody & harmony to the songs from "Go On", when, between songs, Richard said, "you sound great - take you on tour with us" - no joke! To this day, those two concerts/experiences remain among the biggest highlights of my life. Fast forward 18 years, I was able to contact Pat Mastelotto through his website and finally got to share those pictures with him! Pat's drum playing on Al Jarreau's "Let's Pretend" inspired me to want to learn the drums, & of course, Rich & "Slug" had their part in that tune as well singing backups and helping to write it. All four of them, Rich, Steve George, Steve Farris, and Pat Mastelotto are incredibly underrated & talented musicians, and deserved a lot more recognition than they got back then! Thank you so much for posting this interview! I didn't know about the background behind the song.

[@LarryFleetwood8675]

Richard along with Kevin Cronin, also did backing vocals on the underrated Survivor album Caught in the Game (1983).

[@OneHope4Heaven]

@@LarryFleetwood8675 yep... Rich (& maybe Steve, too) did backups for The Village People, Donna Summer, Barry Manillow, Kenny Loggins - so so many people ...

[@tendraftsdeep]

I always thought this band would be around much longer with many more hits.

[@lamarravery4094]

Pretty much just that one album, probably should've taken the Chicago gig.

[@blake7871]

@@lamarravery4094 Nah, it makes him more iconic that he didn’t.

[@richardmedina737]

"Broken Wings" is a great well known song but "Is it love" is definitely my favorite

[@johnlloyddy7016]

Same here. It is still my phone's ringtone today.

[@bruinsrulz]

Agree! Is it love was underrated and is also my favorite Mr Mister track.

[@larrylambert1220]

I've always wondered who the red haired actress was in the video.

[@richardmedina737]

@@larrylambert1220 Madeleine Stowe

[@DeathBYDesign666]

That's one of my faves but I personally like "Don't slow down" a little more, then "Is it love" and then "Kyrie" of course.

[@danielwillette3895]

Hey professor I would love it if you did the story about major tom coming home by Peter Schilling which is a killer 80's song, I know somewhat that it's a spin off of david bowie's space oddity but would still love to get the full story!

[@starry2006]

I prefer A Different Story

[@brendamcalpine1341]

YES!

[@jondoglegs7124]

But ze computer has ze evidence, no need to abort, ze countdown starts…

[@archfrehley6881]

"Audio perfection". Well put Professor of Rock. This song is on another level.

[@davidowens1132]

One of the most hauntingly beautiful songs...ever.

[@oswjim]

mr. mister is so underrated band, Welcome to the real world is such a fantastic album ... i clearly remember buying it on vinyl back in the day

[@tornadofire82]

Kyrie is another great song.

[@VIDEOHEREBOB]

Another voice I have studied and have been influenced by. Beautiful, rich tone, power, range. Another right up there with the top tier vocalists.

[@ES-fg2bf]

As a guy born in the 70s who vividly remembers the beginning of the MTV era and the glory days of these amazing artists I have to say that getting a chance to hear the backstories to stuff like Broken Wings, Something About You, etc, is a real treat. This channel has quickly become my favorite on KZbin. Keep up the great work!

[@mikes1649]

This song was huge and in heavy rotation in January of 86 I think it was. One of my favorite songs, love the haunting bass and synth intro. Great job professor!

[@kilemath3471]

Great song...wow PoR, you’ve been on fire lately with your superb content, stories, and interviews! 🔥🔥🔥Superb!

[@ProfessorofRock]

Kile Math Glad you dig the episode! Thanks for being part of our community.

[@Bellenger1981]

@@ProfessorofRock Thank you, Professor! Excellent interviews and work that you do!!! Love watching your programs!

[@gator7082]

Amazing song. It had that sound that only seemed to occur in the 80's. Kind of haunting I guess? I've never been able to describe "the sound" that I'm thinking of, maybe somebody else can? I'm thinking this song, and songs like Total Eclipse of the Heart, Silent Running, Boys of Summer etc.. There was something kind of ominous in the background. I've always felt it had to do with the Cold War times we lived in.

[@ProfessorofRock]

I know what you mean, an illusive description.

[@terrystowers6085]

The advent of digital recording technology is what made it all possible. The producers of the day were brilliant and incredibly innovative. I think the magic of the early 80s music was in their use of synthesizers, electric guitar effects and electronic percussion. They were masters of the emerging digital format and various hardware, which I first heard in some of the incredible R/B and Disco records. I suppose it began with the invention of the Synclavier, ala Stevie Wonder. Those synthesized, electronic sounds were brand new to our ears, and facilitated a revolution in music orchestration. Suddenly an artist could produce any waveform imaginable. Prince was a pioneer of this stuff, including his groundbreaking use of the new Linndrum machine, and the newly created MIDI technology. The world of musical possibilities and sound choices became completely unlimited. One person, using one keyboard and a simple computer, could have an entire orchestra in their basement, on demand, which allowed for more sophisticated ideas to evolve. The British New Wave artists created an entirely new genre of music using digital technology. So, I guess that the haunting quality of those 80s tunes are due to layering various sounds to create that soundscape, similar to the Phil Spector concept, but much more complex. Brilliant musicians, coupled with brilliant producers, facilitated by freshly invented digital technology. We’ll never again see such a revolution in music.

[@philipyu1611]

The best way for me to describe the song is "ethereal," especially given its own inspiration from Khalil Gibran. I could also say it seems proto-shoegaze in approach. I'll offer my story: I know that 1985 wasn't a great year for me health-wise, but when I first heard this, I couldn't help but think that being able to listen to this helped me put my life (such as it was then) in better perspective. Unfortunately, it was only the radio edit at the time and I felt a bit cheated (although I got to hear the album version some time later). Even at 4:20 or so, I still thought 3:30 was the standard for radio play and it didn't stretch to 4 minutes until the next decade. Nevertheless, it's that final note from Richard that sealed it for me...I've never forgotten that plaintive wail of his.

[@tendraftsdeep]

So true! I'd add Duran Duran "Save a Prayer" to that list. The spooky undertones of synths

[@JamesBrown-hr5qs]

It seems like there is a black screen behind the music. Like they exist in the vacuum of space. At least that's what I see in my head when I hear those songs. Maybe they muted all the tracks when they weren't active so there is no background noise, hum or anything.

[@LunaBella144]

It made my heart ache then - and it makes my heart ache now. Beautiful song.

[@GeorgRehm]

Fun fact: Mr. Mister's drummer, Pat Mastelotto, is one of the three (!) drummers of the current incarnation of King Crimson.

[@marctoupin3968]

He’s been playing with King Crimson for 25 years.

[@grandadneal8114]

Another fun fact i call my crimson king Pat Mastelotto

[@terrystowers6085]

May he rest in peace.

[@Cpayne30]

Terry Stowers - Pat is still very much alive. But RIP to Bill Rieflin.

[@WhyTheHorseface]

Grandad Neal I call my crimson king Satan, the Morningstar, Beelzebub, the First of The Fallen.

[@taotaostrong]

Beautiful! I need the summer of 85 to get me through the summer of 2020. Thanks for this channel. ♥️💃🏿

[@ProfessorofRock]

We can all agree with that one! Hang in there!

[@redfred70]

What a great year 85 was. I think there is still part of my spirit that will forever stay there.

[@larrymiller4]

Wow, so it was Richard Page. Broken Wings is one of a handful of 80's tracks/songs that to me epitomize that decade, and I love that decade of music. I worked in a job in those days for city government that had me work outside a lot (in the CA High Desert) and drive around, always with the radio on, and this song was so haunting and powerful and atmospheric and fitting for the locale, and it always spoke to me. The guy's got an excellent vocal quality and phrasing -- a natural talent. I'll be looking for work by Richard Page. Still love 80's music, and I'm 71.

[@tinabjorklund6732]

Richards voice and feeling is amazing, and Broken wings is one of my absolute fav hits of all time !

[@sirluke7]

My favorite Mr. Mister album is "Go On".... I love every song... such a complete album. I don't know why it wasn't pushed the way it should have been.

[@rhymeandreasoning]

Richard Page had done A LOT of background vocals on albums. That amazing voice of his truly stands out. You all might not be a CHER fan, but he did vocals on her song, ONE SMALL STEP. Very good. He really adds to the song. Just one song of many that he contributed his great vocals to.

[@4leggedfurball]

This is my number 1 song of the Eighties, and possibly even of all time. I never tire of listening to it. Steve George's magical haunting synthesized bridge in the middle had me first hooked since its release in '85. The careful use of the drum effects, the well made base, and Richard's awesome voice ( and let's face it, no one out there could have sung this song like he as ), make this song very special indeed.

[@MrPhilm00r]

Richard kept that silky smooth voice for so many years. His voice will always be one of my favorites. Broken Wings, Kyrie and Is This Love are all still in my rotation ❤️

[@calle68]

That voice and that bass line eill never leave me. What a great classic!

[@ProfessorofRock]

Good, keep it alive!

[@MrPrice2U]

Always loved "Is it love". Was kinda overlooked. It sounds so much like 80's! "Broken Wings" ist just amazing. There are a lot of dark songs in the 80's.

[@LarryFleetwood8675]

I kind of think that one and Kyrie are maybe the upbeat bubblegum chick songs on the album, Broken Wings is the one for grown ups.

[@Fakeaorta]

Funny and True story: Went to see 'Mister Mister' at the Del Mar fair in San Diego when 'Broken Wings" was a smash hit. While waiting in line, I saw all these people wearing cowbot hats and boots and thought.. "This is weird". Got inside the Stadium only to find it was Crystal Gayle. I got the date wrong! 😄

[@sharksport01]

How was Crystal?

[@Fakeaorta]

@@sharksport01 Great voice!

[@Fakeaorta]

@ She has a great voice, but only stayed a couple songs. I was not into country that much back then.

[@RooRooRay]

The memories that flood back to me when I listen to Mr. Mister is often overwhelming. So happy to have lived during those years! Some of the greatest music ever. Thanks Mr. Mister.

[@SamanthaMunitz]

I've always liked 'Broken Wings' but my favorite will always be 'Kyrie'.

[@MountainMan.]

Broken Wings is more brilliant but Kyrie is more upbeat, which is probably why you like it more

[@bsfitz96]

I’m Catholic and was in Catholic school when Kyrie came. It hit home for us.

[@grimlund]

Is it just me who find Richards voice absolutely mesmerizing? So calm and soothing. And there is a bit of sexiness over it. And Im a straight guy saying that.

[@Houlgravely]

Those three Pages albums that he did are all amazing albums - just some of the best Westcoast jazz-pop anything ever put to record. He and Steve George were also the main backing vocalists on Andy Gibb's I Just Want To Be Your Everything, which of course was a massive song in and of itself. Great interview, so nice to see the legend in good health.

[@madlift]

Okay, now THAT is a cool little factoid! Never heard that before, so thanks for sharing!

[@coolcat6303]

They also sang on a few Kenny Loggins albums in the 80’s and DeBarge’s “Who’s Holding Donna Now”.

[@shyman99]

RCA did end up editing the song down to 4:29 for the single version by fading the ending a minute early.

[@tintoweno]

Welcome to the Real World is a true masterpiece for me.

[@calpilot7]

Love Richard Page. Incredible vocalist. Great interview. Broken wings is a song in the key of life. Ageless and always relevant.

[@jasonblalock4429]

If I had to choose a single favorite 80s song, it would probably be Broken Wings. It's a great track on its own, it's wonderfully evocative and representative of the mid-80s sound while still having its own highly unique vibe, and it's not so overplayed that it's lost its power. Other "Most 80s of the 80s" tracks like Billie Jean, or Hungry Like The Wolf, or Africa are almost punchlines at this point due to parody and overuse, but Broken Wings still resonates. Thanks so much for the extra information about it!

[@tristanyoung1247]

This song is the reason my wife and I Are still together after all these years its our song.

[@liamcinq]

Is Broken Wings anyone else's demo song for a new stereo? That intro!

[@Augfordpdoggie]

please do tears for fears everybody wants to rule the world, love that guitar intro

[@scottbland5147]

R u kidding me?! I just suggested this. Nice one!

[@musicandfiction]

Me too! Did that yesterday! Was hoping for some of the others by Mr. Mister.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Hope you like it!

[@ProfessorofRock]

keep the suggestions coming, I want to make sure everyone feels a part of this community!

[@scottbland5147]

This is great! Always thought he would've been great in Chicago! Awesome 👌

[@ryaneijkholt4220]

@@ProfessorofRock Could you talk about Springsteen/Fleetwood Mac/Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers next? Love this content, Professor! Makes the music so much more fascinating.

[@oldskoolmusicnostalgia]

I am not a big fan of other material they released but truly look up to "Broken Wings". It's the kind of song that makes your heart stop, compels you to listen and pay attention. The opening and closing parts (bass and keyboards) are absolutely epic. When I think of music that best represents mid-1980s excellence, I think of that song along with "Everybody Wants to Rule The World" and "Take My Breath Away" (also by an LA band).

[@pmcgee78]

I always liked this song but Kyrie was my favorite, Kyrie Elasion is Lord Have Mercy in Greek

[@vincenthannah7209]

I feel the same way.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Kyrie is great!

[@leightnite3056]

Same here! Thanks 4 the info!

[@lwaves]

Same for me too. Broken Wings and Is It Love are fantastic but Kyrie is the stand out one for me.

[@hcjrfan56]

I’m curious how you get these interviews. Do the artists charge a fee for their time? The people you interview don’t seem like they have anything current where they would be doing press to promote a new album plus they aren’t plugging anything.

[@rogeliocarvajal4171]

Broken Wings is a master piece.... I have an original copy of 1985...Welcome to the Real World...

[@alfonsogutierrez1392]

It always meant for me a symbol for transcending my limits...into a better place. This one and Corey Hart's never surrender 😀👍🙏🕯️🎵🎼🎶🌠

[@brianpattison4603]

Love mister mister. This song made more sense when I got sober. Goosebumps still today

[@Dominion-1]

I remember in 1987 driving through Arizona to California, playing this song imagining I had a convertible just like the video. This songs, like a lot of 80's songs, speaks freedom to me. ps Bucket list: I'm gonna purchase me a convertible in Vegas and drive to L.A. just to play this song.

[@mikewiethorn]

I always liked their song "Something Real" from 1987. Never really caught on at radio, but it still ranks among their best.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks for sharing!

[@tadejsadar7033]

Its good yep. Also song Control is so Sting style, very interesting one.

[@bulldogdave]

Something Real is one of my faves as well but it actually was recorded the first time in 1985.

[@Justin-gp5op]

Broken Wings changed me. This timeless masterpiece of the ages still haunts me to this day. Every time it plays I'm hearing it for the first time. My favorite song of all time 💖

[@diakonos1023]

Professor -- brother, this right here is why I love this channel! The thing I love about this album is, for me, I think the B side of the album was superior to the A side. It's one of those cool aspects to the "album/cassette era" where you started from the first song and played it all the way through without skipping around. I still think "Is It Love" is right up there with "Broken Wings" and "Kyrie" in terms of just a great song all around with a bonus killer drum/synth/bass intro. And Richard doesn't hit a bad note on any of the songs! Great interview! Well done! Thanks for keeping the flame lit for this amazing music.

[@teresahulston6929]

A voice that will never falter......TIMELESS.....one that still makes the hairs on the back of your neck STAND UP!!

[@totigerus]

Pages are in the long list of amazing bands that should have been WAYYY bigger. EDIT: Mr. Mister are amazing too though!

[@stevespawn1]

Truly iconic song-i was in 10th grade when it came out. It still hits me when i hear it come on pandora. Unique, moving and even young people like this music. Great music is timeless. I saw young beautiful women singing all the lyrics in the front row at a Rush concert. Songs written 30-40 years ago. Timeless music is super hard to produce. Very few can do it. Very few can do it and not self destruct. Nice to see Page still going strong after kicking cocane. Stevie Nicks had to kick it too to survive. We wonder how many more songs were in the genius mind of Hendrix. Evh mined alot of great music before passing. Page may write another Kyrie. His voice is amazing. This youtube video was outstanding. Great to see the legends that are still alive talking about these iconic songs.

[@Joaquinteixeira567]

This song was a huge hit in Brazil in '86. I was a kid listening everyday in the radio, sometimes at home others with my dad in his car. This songs represents all the good vibes about the 80's and still remains strong to me at this day. I was impressed with the arrangement; the incredible bass line and the synths, the rhythm and the amazing guitar work. And what can i say about the vocals? It's a privilege listen to a perfect song liket this!! One of my faves of all time!! Thank you MR. MISTER!

[@musicandfiction]

This song, one of great ones that kept me going in High School, was one that I liked to identify with a specific group of friends who helped me back up during a time period of utter devastation. They helped me recover from being mired in anger after my parents split, and the song just helped me heal. Absolutely wonderful stuff.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Powerful story, thank you for sharing. Music has a great power of healing about it.

[@_Only_Zuul]

ohhh man... this is SO damn cool!!!😎😎😎

[@johnnyv5995]

Making out in the back seat of my Ford Escort and getting all the windows fogged up....great memories and proud to be an 80s kid ;)

[@jaimegarcia6114]

Professor, I'd like your opinion on the band Re-Flex who's big hit was "The Politics Of Dancing" from the same named LP released in 1984. I don't know much about this band other than to say that whole album is such a treat. I haven't seen anything else by them. And there isn't a whole lot of info on them either.

[@jondoglegs7124]

I remember them! Great band

[@GiselleTrujillo]

I love Mr. Mister, one of my favorite 1980's song. Genius song, beautiful interview with Richard Page. Thank you!!!

[@MelaninMonarchy]

Professor, can you curate Squeeze? I think they're deserving.

[@officialWWM]

PeteMacDetroit never heard of them 🤔

[@MP-kv3fo]

Squeeze. Coffee in bed. Hourglass. Our house. Yessss

[@MP-kv3fo]

Look them up Music islife they are great!

[@seanswinton6242]

M P forgot to mention the song Tempted with Paul Carrack from Mike & The Mechanics. Check that song out. I believe you not only will like it, you will have heard it before.

[@godsinbox]

@@officialWWM a lot of markets referred to them as 'UK squeeze'.

[@FeliciaCravens]

I'm so happy to see Richard Page talking about all the music that was the soundtrack of my life - great interview!

[@bspus]

Do you take suggestions for future videos? I'd like to see something on prefab sprout and/or savage While relatively well known, they were never all over the place even in their time. I'm sure some of your viewers will discover a few gems there they knew nothing about.

[@SeanKerns]

Cool interview. I've always loved Richard's voice, and got to see Mr. Mister on the Welcome to the Real World tour, where they were phenomenal.

[@YouAndMrPeanut]

Would love to hear your memories from that show

[@MrPrice2U]

@Prof you really need to get your fingers on "men at work". I've been a huge fan of Hay and his boys. Great musicians but just recognized for "down under" stead of getting the recognition they deserved.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Great suggestion my friend!

[@MaryBlanche]

Fun fact: Richard co-wrote Madonna’s ‘I’ll Remember’ with Patrick Leonard and later re-worked by Madonna! 🎶🎤❤️

[@alisterfolson]

Also "Rain"

[@yolandabrooksqueenofsevens]

I have the 45 with picture sleeve and I still play it and blast it singing along. I love MrMister and Richard Page his voice is amazing ❤️

[@NESADDICT]

Yes! Take these broken wings! Best shirt ever BTW!

[@ProfessorofRock]

Right on, thank you!

[@fionafenner4582]

Love, love, love this song!!

[@bastianena]

This song brings up a memory of watching a "Silver Spoons" episode where Ricky gets dumped by a girl to this song. Love the 80's.

[@LemmyCaution66]

Great video, like always. Greetings from Belgium 🇧🇪

[@TiffTiff4077]

As a 90's kid, I only started listening to Mr. Mister a couple years ago but Richard Page's vocals quickly ascended to #1 in my books. He's a man of incredible talent with countless great songs (my favorite being The Border). I only wish others my age could appreciate the musicians, like Richard Page, that the 80's brought into the spot light. Fantastic interview!

[@Sheepdog2001]

I will always remember this song when it came out in "85. Was going through my first heartbreak with Cindy but wasn't able to win her heart. Never wanted to go through that again but I did a few years ago with Priscilla. Oh the pain.

[@maxmery_drums]

100% gold. I would of loved to of heard him with Toto. Kyrie is still one of my favourite songs of all time, and Richard is one of the greatest singers of all time. Hey Professor is there a Kyrie story to come?.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Oh, you know it!

[@maxmery_drums]

@@ProfessorofRock oh man can't wait.

[@dankenton]

You can hear him with Toto - he sings background vox on Kingdom of Desire - check out How Many Times.

[@garavin]

@@ProfessorofRock Kyrie-- one of my all-time favorites!

[@MeiZu0606]

Awesome band Mr. Mister, thanks for this interview, when I heard their songs I feel happy and remember so many memories ❤️ of my youth, beautiful songs and amazing band and vocals!!

[@patrickpeters298]

That's a great album. In 1992, Richard was one of the background singers on Toto's Kingdom of Desire album. Richard has also been a touring member of Ringo's All-Star Band and Broken Wings is on the set list. I still love Broken Wings. It's a great song that never gets old!

[@coolcat6303]

He also sang b/g vocals for Kenny Loggins and El DeBarge during the 80’s.

[@juanbarbero1252]

You should listen to Northern Kings cover of this song. I believe it has some of the best vocal arrangements near the end of the song. Just incredible, as is this song.

[@JC-sm6ro]

Been a huge fan of broken wings since i was a kid in the 80's and stil love it , a classic song.

[@atomic32205489]

I remember leaving St Louis for good after a bad break up and hearing this song and my freedom.

[@grumpyandroid]

I loved how professor transitioned from Richard Page's house to Rick Springfield's in a split! he's like "hold my beer, I'm gonna ask him myself".

[@ProfessorofRock]

Comment of the week! Ha ha.

[@bronzantilium7699]

This is a song that always lifts me up when I’m feeling depressed and feeling ground down by life and the world. By the end of the song I always feel a catharsis, like I’ve lifted myself off the ground and dusted myself off. Standing there in the desert evening with that hawk in the video giving me that nod then heading off to the horizon. Life affirming.

[@stringstroker22]

Welcome to The Real World is simply iconic! Pat’s superb time keeping, Richard’s haunting vocals...what an album! Pat told me that he, Richard, Steve & Steve are cooking up some new tracks! I saw another buddy, David Pack during that video snippet. Great music, great people. Love the back stories, Professor!

[@MP-kv3fo]

That signature echoey sound of the guitar is so iconic and lends the song that special, evocative, mysterious sound that pulls you in