Maybe I’m Amazed – Paul McCartney
Paul McCartney wrote “Maybe I’m Amazed” in 1969, when the Beatles were experiencing a difficult time, and just before the band split up completely. McCartney credited his then-wife Linda for helping him stay afloat during these trying times, and penned this song for her. A live version of the song performed by his band Wings has become very popular as well.
Jersey Girl – Tom Waits
Tom Waits released the song “Jersey Girl” on his album Heartattack and Vine in 1980. The “Jersey Girl” in question is none other than musician Kathleen Brennan, who would eventually become his wife and was living in New Jersey at the time. The song was later performed by Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band in 1984 and a few weeks later the two performed the song together. Eventually, the song became one of Springsteen’s favorites and he performed it often.