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Hard to Say I'm Sorry

Chicago All songs A–Z

This power ballad by Chicago was written by bassist Peter Cetera, who performed lead vocals, along with producer David Foster. Released in May 1982 as the first single from the album Chicago 16, the song achieved significant commercial success. It debuted at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 in September 1982, where it remained for two weeks, becoming the band's second chart-topper. The track marked their first top 40 success in four years and spent twelve weeks within the top five.

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ProducerDavid Foster