“Every Emotion in the Song is Authentic: My Pain was Raw When I Penned the Lyrics” — The Story of a Heartbroken Bellboy Who Crafted One of the Most Iconic Indie Anthems Ever]
“His lyrics frequently started as intimate reflections, evolving into anthems that resonated with millions”: Tributes honor Billy Steinberg, co-writer of Madonna’s “Like A Virgin,” The Bangles’ “Eternal Flame,” and Cyndi Lauper’s “True Colors.”]