Journey's Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Acceptance Speeches | 2017 Induction

Members of Journey including Jonathan Cain, Aynsley Dunbar, Steve Perry, Gregg Rolie, Neal Schon, Steve Smith and Ross Valory make their acceptance speeches at the 2017 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony at the Barclays Center in New York City.
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[@bethhanley4060]

Steve Perry is a CLASS ACT....His voice was what made Journey. Congrats. Well deserved

[@TheAkd89]

When Perry got up to speak the crowd got LOUDER.. goes to show how much we ALL Miss him ❤️

[@reynaperez7165]

That was the loudest the audience got. The others didn’t get this kind of reaction as Steve Perry did. Amazing.!!!

[@davidpearlactorteacherbizman]

Amen--the greatest

[@mireyarodriguez4490]

Without Steve Perry there wouldn't be Journey

[@cubillaagustin8698]

​@@mireyarodriguez4490 or Ross Valery and Steve Smith

[@jorgebrahim1565]

The best Malé voice ever no doubt about MR STEVE PERRY

[@70bluesea]

I love Steve Perry, and the way he talked about Arnel, Perry is truly legend. I followed Journey thanks to Steve's voice

[@Cablecol]

Steve Smith mentioned Arnel first.

[@michaellopez7051]

Steve Perry showed his greatness by acknowledging Arnel Pineda who saved Journey when he was gone! Steve, you are one of a kind! God bless you both!

[@joycezacate6494]

SP to...Arnel I love you❤

[@shannonkuratli170]

Damn right, if it weren't for the road crew ... what a class act Steve is, to thank the original road crew and even go as far back as thanking the 3 people from the original fan club. See, these are the "little things" that aren't so little. He's a good guy. And, come on band members. You ALL KNOW Journey would've been a blip had it not been for Steve.

[@MiThreeSunz]

Steve Perry is one class act! His speech was humble, thoughtful, sincere and selfless. And kudos to him for mentioning and acknowledging Arnel Pineda! God bless you Steve!

[@patd1956]

Steve Smith also

[@j.crispy]

Steve mentioned him too

[@neriashleycabajar1985]

Oh yes he is!

[@SirManfly]

@Phil Olivieri....that was classy of him to do that ! Arnel has been rock solid for Journey!! 👍

[@rouninroy]

@@patd1956 yes he did. All other members of Journey didn't mention Arnel even as a side note

[@NoName-ge6wc]

Steve humbly stood behind. But keepin it real. Without Steve, no Journey. Epic vocals.

[@cathyleebormannfitzpatrick]

Steve Perry is what made Journey who they are today... ❤❤

[@countryjames-h2k]

sound alikes

[@helpmehelpyou3988]

I just saw the person who has replaced him. He has been with Journey for 16 years. I am not impressed by his singing.

[@peterbluesman]

I 😢think it kinda was the songs, they are a bit like Beatles music, the songs can be sung by anyone and they are good songs, as opposed to lots of other artists where the distinctive sound itself is the strength.

[@azapro911]

They made each other, as Steve has rightly said.

[@kevinallen1699]

FACT !

[@jameshostler6815]

Steve Perry made Journey the band it was if not for Steve Perry journey would not have made Fame and Fortune without him fantastic voice

[@imaretromillenial1990]

James Hostler and his songwriting. He wrote and co-wrote majority of the hit songs.

[@imaretromillenial1990]

Jesse Lee Son Nice try. Well, Schon/Cain sure as hell haven’t written any great songs since Steve Perry left-no major hits. Steve Perry is also a drummer and plays bass, and is also great at arranging songs and producing. He produced both Greatesr Hits Journey albums after leaving the band. He has a great ear too, in addition to the songwriting. Steve Perry’s solo work is really amazing while Cain’s and Schon’s solo albums suck or are very average. So, no Schon/Cain did not play a larger role in the songwriting process-total hyperbole. Cain is no songwriting genius keyboardist like David Paich.

[@t.p.s.musicacademy9301]

This is why Steve was the front man, it’s more than just his singing. It’s his ability to connect with an audience - ❤️

[@johnnycortez46]

The way the audience reacted when Steve Perry started walking towards the mic. Crazy loud!!

[@lesliedaubert1411]

I loved how he did some of his signature moves during this. Putting his hand to his forehead looking around, reaching his ear out next to his hand to hear the audience. So great. I'm glad he's back making music. ❤ The whole band deserves this award.

[@raylang4608]

Neil was a guitarist for Santana at 15...Is it any wonder his Ego is such😅😅

[@JediTiga]

There will never ever be another person who can sing like Steve Perry.

[@limoore120]

I am so so so agree with you 😂❤❤❤

[@andyandy64]

Never a truer word spoken

[@emilywilliams5362]

True

[@babyblue5598]

there is already.. his name is Arnel Pineda..it doesnt mean that Steve is not deserving but he is the founder of the Journey and Arnel Pineda is the one that continue his legacy until now and made The Journey LIve longer..

[@Daniel22777]

Deadassssss

[@stevemuzak8526]

Most bands in the world would do anything to have singers like Steve Perry. What a gift!

[@batlevi2247]

He was and is surely the real deal! We need a reunion with him and have Gregg Rollie as Co Keyboardist!

[@judygorman5089]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤🎉Only one that was in the Best of Journey ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ 😊😊😊😊

[@lagnew86]

Steve Perry is the most gracious, thoughtful, and sincere front man. He clearly is a man of connection and a true gentleman. ❤

[@laurietauchus8006]

Steve Perry's speech was icing on the cake. I also appreciated his shout out to Arnel. 🙂

[@debbiepittman3577]

Steve Perry is sooooooooo awesome. Truly the best top male rock vocalist of all time.

[@reneesavedbygodsgrace8348]

Steve Perry, your speech was priceless and a class act! You are so loved and missed!! Forever Classic Journey!!

[@julesservantofjesus972]

Agreed!

[@ann-mariebenny5408]

Agreed!

[@BUTTERsword]

Agreed!

[@denboe2894]

@@tracyg8772 All you all chill cause that is a fake SP... an imposter.

[@adriennegarcia2986]

Steve Perry is Journey !!

[@samjackson5653]

Steve was very gracious to acknowledge Arnell. Truly he (Steve) is one of the greatest voices of all times!

[@Kingcolumbian]

you don't know without Arnel, officers in Hall of Fame would not recognize journey twice.

[@fireman303030303]

GALAXY USER1 N what are you talking about?????

[@debzdestiny1]

YOU GOT THAT RIGHT!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@JoeyT1]

Journey was well on their way to the RRHOF without that karaoke singer Pineda.

[@amylacher5636]

GALAXY USER1 N Journey was inducted because of their work in the late 70s, 80s, and mid 90s. Arnel has contributed to keeping the music alive but he had nothing to do with Journey's induction, and Arnel knows it. He appreciates his role.

[@bukofezra]

Steve is not a one in a million....he's a one in 7 billion living souls. Once in a lifetime talent.

[@dionemontepio5439]

No he is not Because Paul McCartney is still and making and composing and singing

[@donnasmith9768]

Steve Perry, best vocalist ever in my lifetime!!!❤❤ Miss you Steve!!

[@teresajohnson1635]

Steve Perry put them on the map! His musical genius directing them into the success they accomplished. His beautiful and unique voice is unmatched by any! Thank you Journey for entertaining me through these 50 years!!

[@sdosier9370]

Well deserved in Hall of Fame...Steve you can never be replaced because you have that beautiful voice....even though you aren't with Journey you have moved forward and came back to your passion of music.....I am always full of joy when I hear you sing❤

[@angelamartin4369]

Steve Perry is a deep emotional heartfelt man I love that

[@amelieholbrook3001]

There is NO Journey without Steve Perry. He is unfailingly humble, honest, and has the best voice in rock (though I admit I love Joe Elliott too!) Journey, thank you for providing the musical score to my life. I love you all!

[@johnaddison4856]

I'm sitting here bawling like a newborn calf again. To see both of the original lineups all on stage together is an iconic moment in music history.

[@countryboy5510]

steve is the best

[@kevins7944]

Aint gonna lie. My heart did a standing ovation when Perry started speaking.

[@davidawilliams8603]

Kevin S I was screaming, shaking and hysterical when he got up there! Steve = Journey

[@paisleyprincess7996]

Hell yeah!

[@mmb1572]

Steve Perry is JOURNEY

[@joannspencer1094]

Your all right...STEVE PERRY 👍🏻

[@ann-mariebenny5408]

Absolutely!

[@marshabailey772]

Isn't it lovely that only Neal thanked Steve for his contribution. Especially when he is the reason they are in the Hall of Fame or continued to be a band after 1977. Steve proved that he is a class act and the audience absolutely adored him. What a great phenomenally talented guy. He and Pat were standouts.

[@reynaperez7165]

I agree with you. He brought the success to Journey. Without Steve Perry. Journey was just an average band

[@darrencaschera-fh8rh]

Without Steve people without Steve there is no journey. There is no band the new lead singer. He's like a kid. He's good. His voice is good but he's not. Steve, there's nobody that comes even compared to Steve. Steve was Steve this pisses me off. It really does you know. Journey is awesome! Great band. Great videos MTV the time you know. Oh my god I wish he would go back. He just made another album. Steve Perry did. It's just I guess he couldn't get along. Neil schon i's just stuck on himself Well seems Neil did make the band. He came from Santana 1973. I don't know. I just I love the music. Great music never dies

[@michellesharp29]

At 16:13 "you see, without him, there would be no Journey up on that stage" truer words were never spoken.

[@tippygirl773]

I noticed that, too! I was reading her lips, and she is 1,000% correct!!!

[@callielucas1197]

Thanks for pointing that out - I hadn't noticed that before. Who is she, and moreover, who is that guy with that look on his face??

[@phelpsmarc]

It is a collaborative effort that got them in. Without Herbie Herbert Steve Perry may have remained an unknown. And Steve Perry without Journey isn't as good. Without Journey there would probably be no Steve Perry

[@marygonzales9516]

​@phelpsmarc there would have been a Steve Perry, someone would have discovered him... no doubt about that

[@actarusmlt]

This man, he is so sensitive. I can see clearly, that he suffered so much. Even when he sang, he is sensitive. Thank you so much, for your voice, Mr Perry.

[@elizabethstops1574]

there is no genius without suffering

[@morlywatt292]

GOD GIVEN TALENT ALL OVER THAT STAGE ❤🎉

[@morlywatt292]

I was raised on Journey and raised my children on them too!!!

[@along4777]

There is no JOURNEY without Steve Perry. And he is so HUMBLE to acknowledge Arnel Pineda !!

[@ricklesshorse8159]

Well said !

[@phoenix8498]

He just did what was right. Arnel Pineda won his place in the band rightfully.

[@slamecatzwell5544]

@@phoenix8498 everyone doesn't do what's right. I truly respect Steve for honoring Arnel. It warmed my heart to see those two pictures of them together, they respect each other, and Steve Perry is a class act, so is Arnel.

[@phoenix8498]

@@slamecatzwell5544 That's correct, my friend.

[@robertk2007]

There was a journey before Perry

[@glamourgirl8576]

Steve, you are a class act and my heart does a back flip when I see your face or hear your voice! Thank you for making the 80's a magical time for all of us! We love you!!!!!

[@nbacct22]

Steve Perry such a generous guy to even callout Arnel when the latter's bandmate didn't. Steve such a legend.

[@TheLovesGreen]

And some of Arnel's fans were heckling Steve during his speech. If not for Steve, and his songwriting ability, and his incredible voice, Arnel would not even have a job.

[@trina001]

Amy Lacher you sure????????

[@ervjo]

@@TheLovesGreen what job.!!! this is a team band.fuk u

[@joannspencer1094]

Kura...fuk u?? What is that to mean?? Not that it should be spelled that way! Obviously you have no class with language as such lol, Amy ignore these asses👍🏻

[@joannspencer1094]

Crayon 9, go back to your crayons , either your too young to know or your just DUMB!

[@atcfisherman]

The best singer ever.....PERIOD!!!

[@drexlspivey3047]

That's a ridiculous statement, did you ever hear of Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin, Robert Plant, Donna Summer, Adele, Freddie Mercury, Paul McCartney, Steve was great, in the top ten but not the best

[@atcfisherman]

The things Steve Perry could sing, his range, tonal changes and musicianship put him at the top. It's not ridiculous.

[@misfit5775]

@@drexlspivey3047 There is no best. When you get to level of a vocalist of Perry, Mercury, Plant etc. it just comes down to a matter of preference.

[@Carmenloyo22]

El mejor sin duda Steven Perry ​@@drexlspivey3047

[@maryjofernandez2475]

Steve was so humble to thank the original road crew. Such a gentleman. Love you, Steve!!!!

[@charleneevans5848]

without steve's iconic voice, journey wouldn't be here

[@b71488]

Or Neal’s playing. The 2 best members of that band.

[@lisacharles4439]

STEVE PERRY IS A LEGEND!! JOURNEY IS THE BEST!! ❤❤❤❤🎸🎸🥁🥁🎺🎺🎤🎤

[@nandofigueira2005]

The greatest thing about Steve Perry apart from his voice, is his humility.

[@broadstreet21]

Really? If he had humility, he would have rejoined the band after the hip replacement.

[@xed530]

But steve perry fans are not humble enough to accept journey has a new singer. I hope his diehard fans follow perry's humility

[@lupecervantes4425]

@@broadstreet21 the band lrt hom go ok, he didn't quit.

[@deepbluesea8163]

broadstreet21 he told the band that he wouldn’t go back if they toured under the Journey name without him. He asked them not to crack the stone because he was definitely getting hip surgery, so blame Schon/Cain, especially Cain because he’s the one who talked Neil into replacing Steve and going on tour as Journey with Steve Augeri.

[@amylacher5636]

@@broadstreet21 How could he have? Surely you know that Schon and Cain got tired of waiting for him to get the hip replacement and moved on with a tour without him. They hired Steve Augeri. Even.if offered, Perry would not have accepted after that betrayal.

[@lucky45aprildiamond35]

I loved Steve Perry because he is so humble and down-to-earth Hall Of Famer singer! He did mentioned Arnel Pineda more time in his speech 👍👍👍👍🥰🥰🥰👍👍👍👍

[@bettyryans5208]

I watched that 2017 hall of fame induction speech again and I must say Mr Perry is one class act . Out of all the speeches his stood out because he mentioned everyone of his band mates. This is just another example of why he stands out along with his talent also his real compassion-his fans will always love him. Just being for real❤️🎼🎤🎼🎤🎼🎤🎼🎤

[@4luv215]

Steve has had time with "god inside" that is obvious. Steve, I believe understands WHO he is: Love and Loved, DEARLY.

[@trb2021]

The real hero here is the guy who heard Steve's demo tape and called him. Can I get an Amen??!!

[@host3503]

Love you STEVE PERRY💞💗

[@carynkovac529]

It is sad that Steve is the only one who acknowledged everyone on stage that night. Neil mentioned Steve but it seemed like everyone else snubbed him. I love that he also thanked and acknowledged Arnel. I will always love Journey but Steve will always be the GOAT VOICE. I also think it's sad that when Gregg left because he was tired of touring, it was okay. When Steve left for health and and personal reasons, he became public enemy number one to the band. This is why I will always be a Steve Perry fan! He is humble and kind.

[@isuriadireja91]

i think that's the norm.... for the members of a highly successful band getting pissed at their front man for leaving at the height of their success. Steve, Peter Cetera (Chicago), Lionel Richie (Commodores), etc. cos, they perceived as soon as their key to success left, so did their hot streak.

[@CMustaine-ky5hv]

Great comment!

[@lz8484]

I, too, noticed the guys didn't acknowledge Steve, but he acknowledged all of them. Therefore, he out shined them all!! I know who Steve of Journey, but couldn't tell you any of the others.

[@rickyarme7393]

Steve Perry not only has the most beautiful and powerful voice I've ever heard but is a classy man as well. I'll always love journey till the day I die. I'm 45 and being born in 74 I'm really lucky to have grown up in the 80's. It was a time of great movies and music

[@lindaberringerpatterson4084]

❤ I AM 73 and I still love Steve perry ❤❤❤❤ been there from the beginning ❤❤

[@marysimpson3172]

Can't say enough Steve you are the best!

[@marysimpson3172]

😂😢😂🎉🎉❤❤

[@liquidarrow99]

.....And one year later and after almost 30 years, Steve Perry has made his comeback to music with a new solo album that is already breaking all his previous records on Billboard 200 (currently at #6), Top Digital Albums (now at #4), Top Album Sales (#4) and counting. I'm so glad he is back. I really missed his voice and his stage presence!

[@MariaRodriguez-lv5gx]

Great musicians in Journey but for me it would not have reached the heights it did without the incredible voice of Steve Perry.

[@nateapostol7932]

You’re right you’re still here because of Arnel Pineda... almost forgotten...thanks to Steve Smith and Steve Perry for mentioning Arnel and acknowledging his part of keeping the band rolling..

[@AthenaGM]

Got goosebumps when Steve started walking to the mic. The tension is palpable when Steve started with his speach. His new album, Traces...you guys, is a treat!

[@chinita1pr]

The album it's feakin' amazing!

[@felixmonica02]

Steve Perry gave his vocal cords to Journey!! I'm happy to see that it was worth that great effort and that he has had this recognition!!

[@MrWeareone777]

I wonder if Steve Perry really realises how good he actually is. If you ever want to wrap up the eighties in a ball it would be Journey. Steve, I love you for ever and thank you for recognising Arnel for bringing back the eighties and the best memories of my life.

[@amostlyreasonableguy]

You should check out Steve’s new solo album. He can’t wail the high notes anymore but the man can still sing and the songs are nice.

[@slamecatzwell5544]

@@amostlyreasonableguy I won't love again is my favorite.

[@chellemotsinger1200]

Me to

[@bonzobonham6594]

And his never in people's top 10 rock vocalists he has such a beautiful voice

[@beavis4play]

@@amostlyreasonableguy - so true (although i never thought steve was the greatest ever just because of his high notes) i LOVE his neve album - especially "no erasin" and "we're still here".

[@CynthiaGamble-do6mw]

Steve Perry has the most greatest voice ever! No one can sing like him! All time best!!

[@abelcano3723]

Man, I love Steve Perry.

[@pete9737]

Steven Ray Perry, the Lead Singer above all lead singers. The lead singer's Lead Singer. A Legend then, now and always.

[@tonihagan6330]

I have always loved Steve Perry's voice since I first heard it at age 13. It just stops you in your tracks, mesmerizing, nothing existed but that voice while singing. Steve Perry. 👏👏👏

[@kristyhoward6897]

💯%. Girl, there wasn't a inch of space on my br walls, that wasn't graced by Steve!!☺😂😁. My mom only tolerated it, because she thought he was a good singer 👏 👏👏 The songs were the soundtrack to my 1st boyfriend, 1st heartache, high school...

[@broadstreet21]

Pineda's voice was equally captivating, probably even more powerful.

[@maymay2881]

I highly commend Mr. Steve Perry for mentioning ARNEL PINEDA who carries on the music LEGACY that Journey had long been established! My salutations to you Me. Steve Perry!

[@luvvinlovelock7254]

May Melodz yes. For Steve Perry does Class Act unlike his former band members who kicked him to the curb

[@beavis4play]

I love steve too; but don't forget, it was steve perry who fired ross valory and steve smith at one point. - on "behind the music" steve said it was one of his biggest regrets.

[@hbz317]

May Melodz wow thanks to you,w/out Arnel journey will be @ its END,anayway thanks for giving arnel a break

[@paisleyprincess7996]

That is the utmost respect!

[@ongeeargos3621]

Exactly he was classy right there of all people he was the one who remembered from one great singer to another. Luv you Steve!!!

[@jimmyjameson8705]

Steve Perry is just a BOSS, and a true gentleman in every sense of the word...class, class, class, oh, and arguably the greatest singer that ever walked the planet.....at least in the top 10.....thanks for your amazing music.

[@nextwave1314]

Listen to the audience when SP takes the mic! Well deserved. Finally!

[@mckinziechapman1622]

Wow, the roar of the crowd when Steve Perry came up to the microphone was unforgettable , estatic & amazing! Steve Perry was the voice & the sound of Journey, his legendary!

[@yaimavol]

How many of those people were conceived with Journey playing in the background?

[@sherrifrazier5722]

🥰🥰🥰

[@simonenovaes2009]

Steve Perry, I Love you forever and I wish to meet you one way, and tell you how much I Love you

[@angelahood5176]

Steve Perry, you're still gorgeous! Such a gracious man....you are one in a million!

[@deepbluesea8163]

Angela Hood one in a billion.

[@SDesWriter]

That is so damn cool that he gave a shout-out to Arnel. I was really hoping he would. He brought journey back to prominence and does a hell of a job with the legacy that Steve Perry started. What an insanely talented group of musicians end one of the biggest bands that's ever been or ever will be.

[@thesussexbunion]

Steve made Journey. Arnel saved it.

[@angier4748]

no other voice like Steve Perry, what a beautiful,gracious man

[@LindaJ46]

Steve Perry is a class act he mentioned so many and it looked like( to me ) a couple of the Members kind of ignored him he was thoughtful and will still be the Lead man for Journey they were lucky to have him

[@MissingDrew815]

What a wonderful man. So humble and gracious. So happy he's back, he is one in a million! 💙

[@lindaharris534]

Steve is such a class act and so humble to thank the ones we never see, the road crew, the fan club.., True to his words, his speech was brilliantand spot on. So glad he was there! Some of bands members took their punch at Steve but he came out the winner!

[@misfit5775]

No one 'took their punch at Steve'. There was nothing but love on that stage that night.

[@jeanpaulcarag8056]

Without Steve's phenomenal voice Journey would not be accepting music hall of fame

[@Is..4110]

There is no Journey without Steve Perry...

[@neriashleycabajar1985]

Amen

[@robpelick7460]

Don't tell that to the other guys ....with the exception of Aynsley Dunbar

[@neriashleycabajar1985]

@@ysaminmanabilangmocamad8583 he must be backstage during this moment!

[@felixmonica02]

And? What you really want to say?

[@mommymaria8912]

I was a bit frustrated that the rest of the journey band never mentioned Arnel, Kudos to Steve Perry for appreciating Arnel, he is truly one humble and honorable person..

[@TGETC-th9ef]

two guys mention arnel pineda around 7 minutes

[@mccartney2]

steve smith mentioned him!!!!

[@djdrago9712]

@@mccartney2 arnel performed

[@djdrago9712]

@Brenda Ao-as he performed

[@westwoodwizard]

Arnel Pineda is a great great singer and there is not enough room in this post for me to talk about that particular point. However, Arnel Pineda did not make Journey an all time great band. At the end of the day, it is Steve Perry, Neal Schon, Jonathan Cain, Steve Smith, and Ross Valory. Pineda was brought in to give Journey one last run and he has done wonderful. Pineda is an all time great because he is a phenomenal talented singer...

[@tomulator]

Perry owned that stage and that night. Frustrating that he and Neal spent all those years angry at each other...they should've been making MUSIC together!

[@kimberlyisherwood6202]

I know. I loved all those guys, 80s journey. Greg rollie OK too. God bless Ariel too. I miss them, Neil, Cain, Perry, valor, Smith.

[@johnbarton1339]

It's a marriage it ends

[@marshabailey772]

Neal royally screwed Steve over. While I'm.sure Steve has moved on, he will never trust Neal again and cannot work with him. I don't blame him. If somebody has done something awful to you, best keep your distance.

[@BreannaMae]

The lady at 16:12 is saying "without him, there wouldn't have been a Journey..." when Steve was at the mic ...so friggin true! Steve was the voice, heart and soul of Journey. He made them the greatest band. He was the icing on the cake.

[@bigworldddd9566]

Steve Perry is the definition of class!!

[@martinkreps9946]

I absolutely agree, there wouldn't even be a Journey if it wasn't for the amazing Steve Perry. And Arnel Pineda is doing a wonderful job as well.

[@stegarden]

perry may be a class act , but he had aynsley dunbar fired. he thought aynsley was overpowering his voice. go figure

[@maryj4876]

I love Steve Perry and Arnel Pineda, they are both amazing and humble human beings.

[@Faithayesha]

I never get tired of watching Steve Perry’s speech. I watched it a lot of times already😍

[@yvonne2essence]

Only steve perry mention and thnx Arnel Pineda,thats why i salute steve perry but neal schon dont even bothered to thnx arnel,he was really a user,they just used arnel to revive the polularity of journey

[@amylacher5636]

I'm sure Arnel has been monetarily compensated for his work.

[@paisleyprincess7996]

Steve Smith honored him

[@TheLovesGreen]

Arnel had a good night. He met Steve Perry, his idol, and also performed with the band. What more do you want?

[@JSmedic1]

honey Nakazato ... Neal is a guitarist. Part of the group. He used no one.

[@librabueno8334]

Maybe he just forget to mention! If it wasnt for arnel journey is dead long ago! Arnel relive the journey

[@SolMadeira]

I love them all, but Steve is the best in his kind speech . He has a great heart!! Here in Brasil, we know Journey just because of Steve and his incredible voice!!

[@davidpearlactorteacherbizman]

Holy crap Steve Perry wow what a speech...I love him thanking the band, Herbie, Neal, the fans

[@dianemartinez3]

Journey the band wouldn't even be up there without Steve power. He was the voice of journey when. You say? The. Word? Journey. Who do you think of him? I don't care who sang as lead singer now or in between him leaving he could have signed with any band and been great. They were probably mad at him that he left or maybe jealous that he had such a great voice but everybody has their journey in life. I'm glad he brought so much happiness to mine by hearing his beautiful voice looking forward to looking into his new work what a talented talented man and humble. Loved the way he spoke to the audience and they screamed more for him than anyone else❤❤❤

[@kayhanzandieh1049]

When I saw Steve Perry walk up it brought tears to my eyes. Lets not forget Neal's epic guitar solos .....so melodic and musical......youve truly given us a gift.

[@brettheller9257]

Can you even believe the cheering when Steve Perry walked up there. Un-Real. I am just happy that they brought Steve with them. He is Journey. Even the language that he used was classy coming from him.

[@seanearlmil1391]

Steve Made The Journey, Arnel Saved The Journey.. Thanks To Both Of Them

[@VanessaBPilar]

True if not to arnel journey no more so thanks tk arnel pineda

[@amycecil4672]

Amen. Both are outstanding singers

[@schecter6l6]

Congratulations guys for finally being recognized by the HOF! If anyone wants to know what a physically demanding job being Steve Perry or Arnell has to pull off song after song for that long and still be on their game and sing those parts night after night has got to be some serious pressure fronting that band! Hats off to both you guys! A good band that wrote great songs and had/has incredible vocalists!

[@beayates6228]

Greatest Band Ever: We love you ❤️thank you for the amazing , Journey ~ We 're forever your's ~Faithfully 💜

[@debbiepittman3577]

Steve Perry is so amazing. Always number one in my heart.!! And the Voice behind Journey.!!!

[@ann-mariebenny5408]

Steve Perry definitely one of a kind, one in a million! #ClassAct

[@jphickory522]

Perry thanks his road crew from years ago. Humble and gracious man.

[@janebeatty9472]

Steve was a member of that original road crew. Herbie knew the drummer/singer was not working out and had Steve hired as a roadie with the intent to move him into the lead singer role. He has fond memories of being a roadie because his boss was of Portuguese decent as well.

[@amylacher5636]

@@janebeatty9472 This isn't true. Perry was never a roadie. Manager Herbie Herbert brought him on board with the story that he was roadie John Villanueva's Portuguese cousin. This was a try out and introduction without upsetting current lead singer Robert Fleishman, who was not working out. The introduction was successful and Perry was hired as lead singer. His thanks to his road crew were genuine, but not because he was ever one of them.

[@janebeatty9472]

@@amylacher5636 I believe what I said is true and partially backed up by what you are saying. Steve was a member of that roadie crew, albeit short lived.

[@allbolt15001]

Steve Perry was very nice, kind and generous to acknowledge Arnel keeping the Journey alive to these days. Very nice gesture.

[@lynnbaker2872]

Steve Perry put Journey on the map. His voice brought the music out. It's very unfortunate how he was treated to leave the band. Arnel knows the words. But he is not able to bring Perry's emotional voice to the songs. I'm happy to see Steve is sharing his voice once again. He is the best ever. Journey needs to look at themselves and see why they didn't keep Steve with just patience. Who's crying now.

[@rommelsantiago1758]

Arnel Pineda, salamat sa iyong contribution sa Journey. Ipagmalaki na ikaw ay Pilipino na nagtagumpay sa larangan ng musika. You, Arnel, kept the music of Journey, alive. Steve Perry, you are the best. I am fan.

[@leilanisunsets1362]

Steve it was so good to see you I know they all want you back Me too included. But you go wherever you need to go and I loved your album you put out recently. Yes you did make journey the best it was, and yes fight for those songs that you co- created!!!!! Don't let them get into their hands please they only make a bid mess of them you will make them beautiful like they should have been years ago.

[@mizzsparkle3421]

Insane that it took this long for Journey to make it into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Of course all the members are legendary, but Steve's instrument just takes you to another plane of existence.

[@janebeatty9472]

Karen a They always said they wouldn’t make it in because the critics hated their music. We fans did not let the critics win.

[@3dolphindoll]

As Steve said the sound of Journey is all the musicians combined and their working together as a ensemble but it's Steve's voice that has made Journey.

[@amostlyreasonableguy]

You should check out his new Steve Perry solo album he finally put out. It’s worth a listen.

[@bastileo6407]

Without arnel pineda you are long forgotten now guys! Be thankful to this guy.

[@KateRexroad-sh6vf]

There is no journey without Steve he's awesome

[@princessoffire1107]

Do you HEAR that crowd ???? Not a single one of them got anywhere near that type of reception. OMG I started crying ! 15:52

[@marshabailey772]

Me, too. The fans know that Steve IS Journey.

[@paolasin05]

The crowd got crazy when steve perry turn. The LEGEND☺️

[@reynaperez7165]

I play and replay that part and it makes me so happy to hear the audience give credit to Steve Perry. He is the reason Journey made it this far..

[@katlynn744]

Kudos to Arnel for singing with journey today and keeping the music out there...but Steve Perry is and will always be the voice of Journey!! 💯 truth! ❤️. And what a great guy he is!!! Humble and grateful! Class act Steve!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@maryanncrews6798]

Always a JOURNEY fan-- and a lover of Steve Perry's voice -- If it hadn't been for his Mama pushing him to give Journey a try -- we would never know the greatest singer of all time--- "Thank you Mrs. Perry"

[@viper-sd2vs]

Soon as arnel retires he deserved that recognition too.❤

[@martygilliam1120]

Steve Perry, wow! This has to be one of the classiest things to ever happen in Rock n Roll. Mr Perry, you Sir are an example for all to follow. I would’ve like to have heard you sing……but I get it.

[@WazzzUpFolks]

perry is the man! no journey without him!

[@rexconradronaldo423]

But there is no other journey now without arnel pineda

[@ramsinc5521]

there is no Journey without our now because Steve does not want to be in Journey anymore

[@kevinoleary9227]

Love it how Steve does his signature look out ,did anyone catch that!

[@janebeatty9472]

Kevin O'Leary Oh yeah.

[@marshabailey772]

And the crowd went NUTS.

[@marthalisk303]

I think the crowd reaction when Steve Perry stepped up to the mic tells you who ppl feel like gave Journey their success!

[@lord_beethoven1169]

Johnathon Caine struggled with self esteem in the 70’s and all that changed when he conceived the opening riffs to Don’t Stop Believing and Separate Ways.

[@lisamccall3706]

So grateful to have lived the journey days as a teen. It was the best of times…..

[@michelleprinz929]

Steve Perry made the best speech. I been a fan for 34 years. Love journey