The Tragedy Of Huey Lewis

Huey Lewis is known for his slick harmonica skills and for being the lead singer of Huey Lewis and The News. The band achieved prominence through thanks to its third album, "Sports," and its contribution to the iconic '80s movie "Back to the Future." Does anyone remember “The Power of Love” from the soundtrack?

Lewis actually began his music career in the '70s playing for the band Clover, which was known for backing singer Elvis Costello. But Lewis’ rise to the top of the music charts in the '80s has included some wild tales of hitchhiking across New York, learning how to play the harmonica during rides, and stowing away on a flight to Europe. This is the life, career, and tragedy of Huey Lewis.

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His parents divorced | 0:00
Prep school problems | 1:25
Trouble on the road | 2:27
Passed on making big money | 3:42
Lost hearing in right ear | 4:28
American Psycho boycott | 5:31
Ray Parker Jr. controversy | 6:50
Separated from his wife | 8:10
Second time losing his hearing | 9:04
Personal struggles after hearing loss | 10:25

[robgriffin]

I met Huey years ago and he was the most relaxed, centered person you will ever meet. Down to earth, funny...no Ego. He lives in Montana and loves to fish. His music is still amazing

[james-mmm]

I live close to Huey here in Montana, I remember having a beer with him at the local pub here, when he was first diagnosed with his hearing loss. I thought to myself, "This is like a Maestro Pianist losing his fingers" ! But what impressed me more was his attitude, i.e. He was more concerned about his music family, crew and having to cancel all his gigs, and was worried about them and their families not being able to work. Talk about compassionate and big hearted..All the best to ya my friend.

[theveeshowhere]

Good to see him still around; please don’t call his life a tragedy.

[alexanderg]

I’d say his life is anything but tragic. He’s lived and extremely blessed life with more ups than downs.

[MaNkYmInX]

I wouldn't call anything about Mr Lewis a tragedy. He was great and still is but only with one flaw and that is his hearing. He's dealing with it and I praise him for it. He chose to keep on living and living he does. When I need upbeat and happy music, I listen to Lewis and it makes me feel better. 👍

[MrDlt]

In a time when music tended to take itself too seriously, Huey Lewis was a fresh breath of carefree rock and roll. Hope he continues his career.

[wildwest]

Having his ranch in MT, I caught him walking out of a store and asked for his autograph. He said without hesitation, "Absolutely bud!" Thank you Huey! I too suffer from an ear disorder that drives me crazy. Glad I'm not alone. Blessings

[GC]

To this day, Huey Lewis and the News (along with Tower of Power) remains the best live performance I have ever heard. They are the only ones I’ve seen who sounded exactly like the record. The mix of sound was impeccable.

[heidirobinson]

I still love Huey Lewis and the News!! Great band!!!! Great songs!!!

[softlystroll]

I've lost 50% of my hearing but the other 50 still loves Huey's fantastic voice. So don't call this tragic. Best Wishes from northern England.

[chrissysymons]

I love Huey Lewis .always have and always will.

[JohnBlazek]

My wife and I saw Huey and the news many years ago at a concert in Conn. Both of us to this day still say that he is the only singer that we have seen live that sounded better live then on record! Was sitting in my dentists office the other day and they had his song “Power of Love” playing on their radio. Just loved it and brought back lots of memories for this 83 year old!
Thank you Huey and the best to you!

[TrueBagPipeRock]

His music was a good time. Rock n roll. Far above anything in the grammys now

[SequentiallyCompact]

Wasn't the biggest fan, but they gave a free concert on Del Mr Beach for all the Marines and Sailors (and guests) in the area, which was pretty classy, and it was a solid concert. I'll always appreciate that.

[JustLikeParadise]

I used to take care of Hueys wife's, Land Rover in Marin. He came by a few times and hung out in the service office and chat with me. Fantastic guy, Lovely man. I wish him all the best.

[AnnCorrado]

I was fortunate to see Huey in person . He was Fabulous!! such a natural cool singer. Love his voice.

[blindterrytucci]

I have to admit that as someone who has based his life around music that hearing his situation brought tears to my eyes and I can completely understand how he wound up contemplating suicide. Imagining being in that situation is heartbreaking.

[James-vjlp]

He is one of the greatest Rockstar that ever graced the musical stage of worldly domain...we all love people who do the best to entertain and promote their good positive creativity, style and professionalism and good role models for all generations!!! Kudos! Rockstar Jimmy!

[kathrynnewhall]

Many years ago I had the opportunity as a bartender to "babysit" Huey when he was on tour. He was a lovely man who just wanted to talk about his daughter and her hobby of show-jumping (at which she was apparently very good). I couldn't have asked for a guest to be more of a gentleman.

[sxjbxut]

I love Huey Lewis and the News. Listen to their harmony in accapella. I miss Huey.