@MaddiLane
Hi there! I'm Jani's second daughter, and I just wanted to thank you for making this video. Although I grew up with him, he was in and out of my life and it's cool to see some of the pieces be strung together and learn more about his past that I didn't have a chance to ask him about. He was an amazing father, but he struggled severely with alcoholism and that was very difficult. I've learned a lot from my dad's successes and mistakes, and it's motivated me to become more knowledgeable about alcoholism and how to be more privy to it since it runs in my family - my mom still struggles with it to this day. I'm extremely motivated to not only continue my dad's legacy through occasional music projects and covers of his, but also break the pattern of addiction in my family line and lead a happy and healthy life. If any of you are struggling with addiction yourself or have a family member that's struggling, I hope you all find full recovery.
@peternorris3286
Maddie, your father was a amazing singer and musician and forget his demons, I am from a small town in England and am now 59 years of age but I still play his music and will continue to enjoy it till the end of my days, be proud of your father he touched so many lives with his music
@lydiamcpherson7925
I met Jani Lane after a concert with Warrant, Alice Cooper, and Dokken in Pittsburgh, PA. He was a very nice man and down to earth! He talked with me for a bit, gave me his autograph, and when I told him that I loved his song "I Saw Red", he told me a bit how he came to write it and how it ripped his heart out... Even tho he had a girl waiting on him, he never rushed me or was rude. I cherished that time meeting him and was deeply saddened when I heard of his death. So Sad. He died on the same day and year as my best friend. I'll never forget. May he rest in peace!!
@bleedingfingers7457
I found the fact that he had a note reading "I am Jani Lane" on his body when found was extremely heartbreaking. It makes me think that he carried it around with him all the time in case something like what happened did happen.
@richierottweiler923
Warrant even now, in 2021 are still one of my favourite bands
@tomr9661
Warrant was part of the sound track of my youth. 47 is far too young to go.
@brucepettengill6183
I am a survivor. Played metal in a CT band called Terra Ace. Most gigs (and practice) was drunk and almost outta my mind. Woke up August 8, 1988, thought “I can’t go on!” Chose treatment. Was told “Since your drinking and OTHER things are so tied to your lifestyle of drinking, you can never play in a band anymore. Heart sank. Still owned 2 guitars and amused myself. Found a bass I’d only heard of, in a pawn shop & put it in layaway. Got it put and discovered there were PLENTY rock stars in recovery and we got together. 34 years 11 months and change, own close to 40 basses, 40 or so electrics, as well as sundry amps and effects. Still play but not professionally. Fly high Janie. I am a survivor.
@siddcandy
I was never a Warrant fan, but Jani Lane was an outstanding singer and songwriter. RIP. He had an amazing and tragic life.
@hobi1kenobi112
I loved Jani. He was part of my childhood induction to music, and I remember him fondly. RIP Jani.
@mrdraper4633
He was such a prolific songwriter. He painted with words and was able to pull at your heart with ballads and rockers. As I matured, my taste grew heavier, but I never lost my live for Warrant. Dog Eat Dog was an awesome album and didn't t the recognition it deserved. It saddens me to know how tormented Jani was. He was a brilliant man
@TheRhNegative
watching these old clips of Jani in his very early days is just amazing, and jolting at the same time. I swear this was just yesterday, Sure wish I could freeze time in 1989 and go back to tell him to please stay with the world as long as possible, He was an amazing songwriter and very talented musician. A beautiful soul finally at peace I hope
@Vincent-ec5hz
Netflix should make a movie about this great man,one of the most talented from any era
@samanthaiantria6793
As a younger fan not being able to meet this amazing man I don’t know where I would be without this man
@unclejack41
Those were my friends once...when I lived in Placentia Ca. Eric turner used to play guitar on the front lawn while we sat & powered beers. My neighbor Mike Delaney is on the back of that first album thanking his family for musical help
@yahuchanonyakov
I remember the song, "Heaven" came out when I was a senior in high school...loved the song, and still do. It will always give me fond memories of that senior year I had. I started playing guitar myself in the early 90's and learned how to play that song...Thanks Jani, for such a beautiful ballad with such pure lyrical poetry...
@jamiemcqueen4170
My name is Jamie McQueen here in Michigan. I met Jani quite a few times and also got to know Billy Moris when he played with Jani. I just want to say what a genuine and super nice guy he was! One of the best song writers ever in my opinion! To this day I still have warrant on my play list! Also Jani’s solo music as well! So awesome live! Such an awesome dude! I feel for his family and closest friends.. what a great loss! Ohio boy made a great contribution to music!
@ratter531
Jani Lane, Always Loved, Never Forgotten, Forever missed. ❤❤
@roosterj2599
I loved these guy in secret. Lol! I played guitar in a thrash metal band and the other guys in my band hated Warrant, Winger, Poison, etc. I loved the 2 guitar harmonies and Cherry Pie had great songs from start to finish. Great band.
@robertbritz473
Very sad that someone who brought so many people joy ended so sadly. Hope he’s finally at peace. RIP Mr. Lane.
@GrungeHQ