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This video tells the story behind Phil Collins’ iconic hit, “In The Air Tonight.” It reveals how the song—and that legendary drum fill that pretty much is the ’80s—was born from intense personal heartbreak following the collapse of his first marriage.
The piece also explores how Collins became an absolutely ubiquitous figure during the decade. He was a superstar who sold millions of records, but his omnipresence also turned him into a pop culture punchline, leading to a major backlash and, eventually, a reassessment of his work.
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This content originally appeared on DEV Community and was authored by Music YouTube