About The Song
Phil Collins’ “In the Air Tonight” is a song that was released in January 1981 as the lead single from his debut solo album, “Face Value”. The song was co-produced by Phil Collins and Hugh Padgham, who became a frequent collaborator. The song’s iconic drum fill has been described as “the sleekest, most melodramatic drum break in history” and one of the “101 Greatest Drumming Moments”. The song’s lyrics are about the anger and frustration Collins felt after his divorce. The song has been performed live many times, including on the “Finally…The First Farewell Tour” DVD. The official music video for the song was released on May 11, 2010.