Classic Sad Rock Ballard for a kick ass man named

[Intro – soft piano arpeggios, distant distorted guitar hum] (Instrumental Solo) [Verse 1 – gentle piano, subtle drum shuffle] I still hear your laugh through the bar room din Scuffed up boots and a guitar slung on your chin You said rock and roll’s a love that never dies Now you’re jammin’ with the stars up in the sky [Pre-Chorus – building guitar strums, swelling bass] The jukebox still plays your favorite tune I raise a glass to the moon Where you’re singin’ with the greats tonight No more pain, no more fight [Chorus – full band, soaring vocals, crunchy guitar riff] Buddy, party on with the legends of the game Tell your mom I send my love, say her name Watch over Jim, keep him safe each day And Sharra too, don’t let her stray Until we meet again on that golden stage I’ll keep your memory burnin’ bright, always [Verse 2 – piano-led, soft harmonies] I found your old pick in the couch last week Frayed leather strap and a ticket from the show we’d seek You said heaven’s got a backstage pass for the bold Now you’re rockin’ up the gates, stories untold [Pre-Chorus – louder guitar, steady drum beat] The crowd still roars when I play your song I can almost hear you sing along Up there where the lights never fade You’re finally home, finally made [Chorus – layered vocals, driving drums, wailing guitar solo tease] Buddy, party on with the legends of the game Tell your mom I send my love, say her name Watch over Jim, keep him safe each day And Sharra too, don’t let her stray Until we meet again on that golden stage I’ll keep your memory burnin’ bright, always [Solo – weeping distorted guitar, slow bluesy bends, full band backing] (Instrumental Solo) [Bridge – stripped back piano, raw vocal delivery] I know you’re watchin’ from the clouds above Guiding us with your endless love No goodbyes, just see you soon Underneath the neon moon [Final Chorus – full band climax, soaring harmonies, crashing cymbals] Buddy, party on with the legends of the game Tell your mom I send my love, say her name Watch over Jim, keep him safe each day And Sharra too, don’t let her stray Until we meet again on that golden stage I’ll keep your memory burnin’ bright, always [Outro – fading piano, final soft guitar strum] I love you so much, man Until we meet again