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Face Value
Phil Collins · 1981 · Track 4
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Duración3:16
ÁlbumFace Value
Año1981
ISRCUSAT21502141
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The story behind
The story behind The Roof Is Leaking takes us to a very personal moment for Phil Collins. This piece, just over three minutes long, was conceived in a context of deep reflection, marked by the dissolution of his first marriage. The somber atmosphere that permeates the song seems to be a direct reflection of those experiences, an echo of the feelings that accompanied that difficult chapter of his life.
The recording featured the collaboration of engineers such as Nick Launay, Hugh Padgham, and Karen Segal, while the production was handled by Phil Collins himself along with Hugh Padgham. This track is part of Face Value, Phil Collins' debut solo album, released in 1981. Before embarking on his individual career, Collins was already a recognized figure in the music scene, having been the lead vocalist and drummer for the band Genesis from 1970 to 1996. His foray into acting was also notable, participating in productions such as Oliver! and The Beatles - A Hard Day's Night before dedicating himself entirely to music.