But a song that makes an emotional connection remains in a fan’s personal greatest hits collection; the loyalty and emotional connection is only strengthened with each song that is added to the list.
Jock Bartley experienced much success in the 1970s when his band, Firefall, topped the charts with a string of hits including “That’s a Strange Way” and “Just Remember I Love You.” But it was “You Are the Woman” that made the biggest connection with fans.
“Every female between the ages of 18 and 24 wanted to be the woman portrayed in that song, and that caused their boyfriends and spouses to call radio stations and subsequently flood the airwaves with dedications of the song and the sentiment,” explains Bartley. “The message was simple and sincere, and the song was easy to sing. It was like our fans let us be a singing version of the Hallmark card that said what they weren’t quite sure how to express.” After 25 years, chances are you’ll hear this song in office buildings or elevators. “I remember, not too long ago, sitting in my dentist’s chair and hearing
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