The Story Behind Van Halen's Iconic Song

🎶The lyrics of 'Right Now' were written by Sammy Hagar while he was on vacation and later matched perfectly with a piano part played by Eddie Van Halen.

🌟'Right Now' became one of Van Halen's most successful songs, receiving numerous awards and becoming a fan favorite at concerts.

🎹The piano part in 'Right Now' was initially inspired by Joe Cocker's song 'Feeling Alright.'

⏰'Right Now' took six to eight months to create, and the collaboration between Sammy Hagar and Eddie Van Halen was unique and sometimes challenging.

🎸'Right Now' is known for its unique rhythm and unconventional structure, making it a standout among Van Halen's discography.

Who wrote the lyrics for 'Right Now'?

—Sammy Hagar wrote the lyrics while he was on vacation.

How long did it take to create 'Right Now'?

—It took six to eight months to create the song.

What inspired the piano part in 'Right Now'?

—The piano part was initially inspired by Joe Cocker's song 'Feeling Alright.'

Why is 'Right Now' considered one of Van Halen's most successful songs?

—'Right Now' received numerous awards and became a fan favorite at concerts.

What is unique about the structure of 'Right Now'?

—'Right Now' has a unique rhythm and unconventional structure that sets it apart from other Van Halen songs.

00:00Sammy Hagar wrote the lyrics for 'Right Now' while on vacation.

01:58'Right Now' became one of Van Halen's most successful songs and a fan favorite at concerts.

03:18The piano part in 'Right Now' was inspired by Joe Cocker's song 'Feeling Alright.'

04:31'Right Now' took six to eight months to create, with unique challenges in the collaboration between Sammy Hagar and Eddie Van Halen.

05:47The structure and rhythm of 'Right Now' make it stand out among Van Halen's discography.