Phil Collins - For A Friend (rare Song) -

Recorded entirely by Phil Collins during the Both Sides sessions (1993), where he famously played every instrument himself.

The song honors Don Myrick, a member of the Phenix Horns who played saxophone on many of Collins' biggest hits. Myrick was killed during a police raid in Los Angeles when an officer mistook a lighter for a weapon.

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

Rare performance clips and audio are frequently shared on the Phil Collins Reddit . Phil Collins – For a Friend Lyrics - Genius

Lyrics describe a friend calling for help and "strength to go on".

In the third verse, Collins questions the official story of the death, with lines like "What did they know? What did they hide?" and "If they told the truth, he might be here today".