Lovin', Touchin', Squeezin'

Get ready for Journey's breakout 1979 smash, "Lovin', Touchin', Squeezin'"! This blues rock infused track, powered by Steve Perry's soulful wail and Neal Schon's guitar, launched the band into superstardom. Its iconic "na-na-na" outro makes it an unforgettable classic rock singalong.

Released as Journey's first Top 20 hit single in 1979 from the album Evolution, "Lovin', Touchin', Squeezin'" perfectly blended blues rock structure with hard rock energy and pop rock appeal. Steve Perry's passionate vocals tell a story of heartbreak and eventual vindication, resonating deeply with audiences.

Built on a soulful piano intro that gives way to driving rock, this 1979 hit showcases Journey's musical prowess. From the bluesy verses to the hard-rocking guitar solo and the legendary call-and-response "na-na-na" ending, "Lovin', Touchin', Squeezin'" remains a dynamic and beloved Journey staple.

SONG MEANING: This song tells a story of infidelity and its aftermath. The singer laments being cheated on by his partner ("You're tearin' me apart") but later observes that the same fate befalls her with her new lover ("Now it's your turn to cry"). It's a tale of heartbreak followed by seeing karma deliver a similar experience to the unfaithful partner.