The Recording Industry Association of America recently granted ‘Don’t Stop Believin’’ an impressive 18 times platinum certification, while Forbes has hailed it as the greatest song of all time.
Neal Schon took to Twitter to share this monumental news with fans, expressing his excitement in a series of tweets. He jubilantly exclaimed, “We now officially have the biggest song in the world ever in the history of music! Congratulations to all.”
As one of the co-writers of the song alongside Steve Perry and Jonathan Cain, Schon also disclosed a heartfelt message he sent to Perry, congratulating him on the achievement. This message was shared via a screenshot attached to his announcement tweet. In it, Schon wrote, “Congratulations Steve, we got it more than right.”
When asked by a fan if Perry had responded to his message, Schon responded with a laugh, indicating that Perry had not replied. He clarified his intent behind the message, emphasizing that it was a congratulatory gesture to all involved in the song’s success.
Steve Perry himself always recognized the potential of ‘Don’t Stop Believin’.’ In a 2009 interview with CBC, he reminisced about the song’s inception and its resonance with audiences. Perry highlighted its themes of resilience, hope, and youthful determination, noting its universal message of perseverance in the face of adversity.