Song & Emotion

Album: Psychotic Supper (1991)
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Songfacts®:

  • This song is a tribute to Steve Clark, the guitarist from Def Leppard who died on January 8, 1991 after taking a toxic mix of painkillers, antidepressants and alcohol. Tesla opened for Def Leppard on their Hysteria tour. >>>
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    Sean - Buffalo, NY

Comments: 5

  • R. Go from San Antonio, TxWhen I first heard this song and before knowing it was an homage to Steve Clark, I also thought that Tesla had ripped that riff on the bridge. I thought to myself 'I know that riff from somewhere'. Then I heard it on High n Dry and I became a bit upset because I remember when Steve Clark passed. Then I did my research and had the proverbial foot in mouth moment...both bands are good friends. I was scrolling throught TikTok one day and read a comment from someone saying "he was a drunk" and I tore into them. Steve was dealing with alot or personal issues. May he rest in peace!
  • Gregory Tos from North CarolinaI seen Tesla open up for Def Leppard on New Years Eve in Tampa Florida. It was the drummers return after the accident. Both Bands were truly fantastic.
  • Jeremy Scaggs from Heber Springs ArTesla and Def Leppard are great friends. Love both bands. This song is a haunting tribute to a troubled man who lost it all but was on top of the world when he did. Sad. R.i.l Steve
  • Matt T from Brunswick, OhioI read someone said the riff at the bridge of the song sounded like Tesla ripped off Def Leppard-yes! It was a homage to Steve Clark, played very well I may add. Great great song!
  • Kieran from Brisbane, AustraliaIf you listen on the bridge it even half inches the riff from Leppards High n dry! Lol
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