Phil Collins - For A Friend (rare Song) Direct

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

You can find it on major streaming services like Spotify and Apple Music .

The song captures the raw grief and confusion surrounding a sudden loss. Key themes include: PHIL COLLINS - FOR A FRIEND (RARE SONG)

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

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". Recorded entirely by Phil Collins during the Both

"For a Friend" is a rare Phil Collins song written as a heartfelt tribute to his longtime friend and saxophonist, , who was tragically shot and killed by a police officer in 1993. Though it was recorded during the sessions for the 1993 album Both Sides , it did not make the final tracklist and remained a hidden gem for years. 1. Background and Origin

It first surfaced in 1994 as a B-side on the second UK single for "We Wait and We Wonder". 2. Lyrical Themes Key themes include: The bridge and outro repeat

It is included in the "Other Sides" digital compilation (2019) and the "Both Sides (All the Sides)" 2024 deluxe re-release.