Songwriting icon Keith Reid – the person behind John Farnham hit You’re The Voice – has died aged 76 after battling most cancers.
Reid was the lyricist for British rockers Procol Harum and co-wrote Farnham’s greatest hit.
The unhappy news of Reid’s passing got here as Farnham himself was rushed to hospital.
Reid wrote You’re The Voice alongside Andy Qunta, Maggie Ryder and Chris Thompson in 1986.
The music reached primary within the charts in Austrlaia, and peaked at quantity 6 within the UK.
It has develop into a cult traditional and is thought to be one of the crucial iconic Australian songs.
Procol Harum, greatest identified for his or her hit A Whiter Shade Of Pale, confirmed Reid had died in a press release on Facebook.
“It is with the deepest sadness that we must announce the passing of the lyricist Keith Reid, who died suddenly on 23 March 2023, in hospital in London. He had been receiving cancer treatment for the past couple of years,” the band mentioned.
“Keith was the co-founder and lyricist for the band Procol Harum, notably penning their biggest hit A Whiter Shade of Pale, which contains some of the most enigmatic lyrics of all time.
“He always said that, at the end of his life, he would explain what it all meant: but sadly he didn’t get this opportunity.
“Keith was also involved in numerous other projects within entertainment, and was a co-writer on what became known as the unofficial Australian anthem You’re the Voice, sung by John Farnham.
“His family would like to thank numerous well-wishers for their very kind messages. A private funeral will be held, and this page will be updated soon with details for those who would like to make a donation in his memory. Keith will be greatly missed.”
Farnham’s household mentioned the Australian music legend, 73, is in hospital being handled for a respiratory situation.
“But he is comfortable and receiving the best care,” the assertion from his spouse Jill Farnham mentioned.
“John continues his recovery following last year’s successful surgery. He’s always been a strong and determined person with everything he’s ever done and we are all so very proud of him.
“He is responding well to the specialist care he’s receiving.
“The family would like to reiterate their appreciation for all the medical staff that have attended to John over the past six months, and for all the kind messages that have been received from across Australia and the world.”
More to return.
Source: www.news.com.au
