Rea - Josephine | Chris

: The track was re-recorded for his 1988 compilation New Light Through Old Windows and several other greatest hits collections, with versions ranging from rockier arrangements to faster, rarer US edits. Legacy and Impact

: A semi-acoustic, blues-oriented track inspired by the rhythms of jazz-fusion bands like Weather Report. Chris Rea - Josephine

: While often interpreted as a romantic ballad, the song was written for Rea’s daughter, Josephine, born in 1983. The lyrics, such as " you are the reason, the blue in my sky ," reflect a father's profound love and the sense of purpose she brought to his life. : The track was re-recorded for his 1988

: The song uses imagery of rain, storms, and winter as metaphors for life's challenges, positioning Josephine as a beacon of hope and warmth. The lyrics, such as " you are the

: Rea recalls writing the song while alone in a hotel room on the third floor of the Intercontinental Hotel in Düsseldorf, Germany, during a rainy day—a memory he revisits every time he performs it. Musical Evolution and Versions