The Voicemail Steve Perry Left Jonathan Cain Years After Leaving — That Inspired A Song

April 1, 2025

Years after leaving the rock band Journey, Steve Perry found himself wandering through a quiet afternoon, filled with memories of the past. He had stepped away from the music scene, grappling with the weight of his decisions and the heartbreak of lost friendships. One day, feeling nostalgic and yearning for a connection he hadn’t felt in years, Perry picked up his phone and dialed Jonathan Cain, the band’s keyboardist. With a mix of trepidation and hope, he left a voicemail that would change everything.

“Hey, Jonathan, it’s Steve,” he said, his voice a little shaky but sincere. “I’ve been thinking about the music we created together. It’s still in my heart, you know? I miss the way we used to share our dreams and feelings through our songs. I hope you’re doing well.” As soon as he hung up, that simple message began to echo in his mind, reminding him not only of their shared history but of the passion that had brought them together in the first place. The voicemail was a bridge, reaching out across the years, and calling him back to the very thing that once defined him.

When Jonathan received the voicemail, he was taken aback. It stirred up a whirlwind of emotions. He had always admired Steve’s voice and the way it could soar in a way that felt almost divine. The message reminded him of nights filled with music, laughter, and dreams, but also of the silence that followed Perry’s departure. Inspired by that voicemail, Jonathan sat at his piano and began to play. The melodies flowed effortlessly, capturing the essence of that heartfelt message—a longing for connection, for understanding, and for the music they once made together.

That evening, as the notes filled the room, Jonathan crafted a new song, layering it with the emotions that Perry’s voicemail had awakened. It was a song about resilience, about not letting fear hold you back from reaching out to others. He titled it “Together Again,” a perfect reflection of his desire to reconnect with his old friend. This song was not just a melody; it was a testament to the power of friendship and the ability of music to heal old wounds.

Months later, when Steve heard the song for the first time, tears came to his eyes. It was as if Jonathan had taken the raw emotions from that voicemail and woven them into an anthem of hope. Inspired to get back on stage, Steve reached out to Jonathan again. Their collaboration reignited a spark that had dimmed over the years and soon, they were performing together once more. The music flowed between them like it always had, reminding them both of their bond and the passion that first brought them together.

In that moment, they realized that while time had passed and paths had diverged, music was their true home. They had turned a voicemail into a bridge that rekindled a friendship and reignited a love for music that would inspire both artists to soar once again. Steve Perry and Jonathan Cain learned that it’s never too late to reach out, reconnect, and find joy in the art they created together. Their story became a shining example of resilience—the reminder that no matter how far apart we drift, the power of music can always bring us back together.