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The Magic Behind Tom Petty’s “Free Fallin’”: An In-Depth Analysis
Celebrating the milestone of 50 episodes, Rick Beout takes us through an intricate breakdown of Tom Petty’s iconic song "Free Fallin’"—a track widely regarded as one of the greatest rock songs of all time. Released in 1989 as the opening track on Petty’s debut solo album, Full Moon Fever, “Free Fallin’” exemplifies a perfect blend of storytelling, arrangement, and production mastery that continues to captivate listeners decades after its release.