Bryan Adams

"The aim of this song is to provoke thought and perhaps even encourage governments to sit down and talk peace," he says.

British vocalist admits he "mouthed off" too much about similarities between both artists.

Track from Canadian native's third album had been written before his first album was even released.

Two rock icons sharing stages all summer.

Dates from June to August continue Canadian rocker's So Happy It Hurts road trip.

But rising Canadian star gave him credits on ‘Cuts Like a Knife’ album anyway, Foreigner vocalist recalled.

He had ambitious goals, and the album handily exceeded them.

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He reflects on songs that "climb out of the wreckage" and recalls difficult label change.

One of Canada's most prolific composers has lent his songwriting talent to dozens of fellow musicians over the years.