00:06There's a voice that instantly takes you back to the 80s, to your first love, to long summer nights and
00:11songs you played on repeat until the cassette wore thin.
00:14That voice belonged to Jannie Lane, lead singer, songwriter and soul of Warrant, the man who wrote and sang the
00:22melodies that became the soundtrack to millions of lives.
00:24He gave us Heaven a ballad so tender, so honest, it felt like he was whispering exactly what you were
00:31too shy to say.
00:32Then came Cherry Pie Bright, sweet, impossible not to smile at, and I saw Red, Uncle Tom's cabin.
00:40Sometimes she cries songs that weren't just catchy, they came from somewhere real.
00:45Jannie didn't just write hits, he wrote feelings, heartbreak, joy, longing, hope all wrapped in soaring vocals and unforgettable melodies.
00:55Born February 1, 1964, Jannie was more than a rock star.
01:00He was the kid who loved music so deeply he turned every emotion into song.
01:05And then August 11, 2011, at just 47 years old, the voice fell silent.
01:11Fifteen years have passed since that day, but time hasn't dimmed what he gave us.
01:16If anything his songs feel warmer, more precious, like old photographs that bring a soft smile to your face.
01:23People say nothing lasts forever, but Jannie's music proves them wrong.
01:28When you hear that opening note of Heaven, it's as fresh as the day it was recorded.
01:32His voice still soars, still comforts, still reminds you that you're not alone in how you feel.
01:39He may have left too soon, but he left us enough beauty to last a lifetime.
01:44Every time his songs play he's right there, singing along with us.
01:48Rest peacefully.
01:49Jannie, thank you for giving us your heart and for singing ours.
