: The "road video" concept was chosen to parallel the song's lyrics, which describe the hardships and devotion of a "music man" living on the road. Songwriting Origins
: The video utilized behind-the-scenes footage from the documentary Journey: Frontiers and Beyond , narrated by John Facenda (the iconic "Voice of NFL Films"). Journey - Faithfully (Official Video)
Written primarily by keyboardist , the song's creation was described by Cain as a "supernatural" or "Holy Spirit moment". : The "road video" concept was chosen to
: Faced with a shortage of music video directors in America during the early MTV era, Journey’s manager, Herbie Herbert, hired a crew from NFL Films . : Faced with a shortage of music video
: It famously features candid moments of the band members traveling and performing across the U.S., including a widely discussed scene where lead singer Steve Perry shaves his mustache.
The official music video for Journey's released in April 1983, is a seminal work in the "road video" genre. Directed by Phil Tuckett , the video popularized a "life on tour" aesthetic that went on to influence numerous rock bands, including Guns N' Roses and Bon Jovi. Production and Creative Concept