Deuteronomy 7:6 “For thou art an holy people unto the LORD thy God: the LORD thy God hath chosen thee to be a special people unto himself, above all people that are upon the face of the earth.” Michael is a Hebrew Israelite period
Mike has amazing piano chops. His piano playing is as great and unique as his voice. Hell, his keyboard chops were good enough to make it on Steely Dan albums. The electric sound of the original version of this recording didn't age as well as it could have. Had a heavy 80's drum machine, horn, etc. sound, but the composition is top-notch. Amazing chord/key changes, vocal harmonies, etc., etc., etc. Just very unique. Very Michael.
Hes too amazing. Just when I thought he wouldn't dare attempt some of the high notes, he pressed on anyway. Struggled and kept right on going. I dont want anyone but Michael mcdonald singing Michael mcdonald songs. Thank god hes still alive and well and able to still enjoy these gems live.
Mike's always been a live performer his first band at 11, his dad and sisters all singers. Irish stock brought up in the St Louis soul and church belt. However, he is coming up 70 now and time to give these songs up I feel, or like Johnny Mathis, have your iconic songs re-scored - the fans will still want them but then you don't have to strain - Johnny carries on (today) into his 80's
For me, the Doobie Brothers were a stepping stone for Michael, and when he left, it was the best thing ever. As you buy each album, he improves as a true soul singer, not just an R & B singer but a true soul singer from the heart. The man can really sing, there is so much heart in his songs, and he is an excellent songwriter. So Michael, keep singing and keep playing; we need you, the world needs you.
@@johnjeffery6638 That is true but he was never the lead singer on Steely Dan he was always the backup singer Whereas on The Doobie Brothers he was the lead singer.
What a great rock pianist. Generating a whole percussive and rhythm sound with the piano (this effect would be created by bass guitar, drums and synths in the original). His pinnacle for me was the collaboration with Ingram ya mo be there (RIP james Ingram this month)
movingtodefcon2 It’s also great to hear how nice his touch sounds on the acoustic given that he usually plays digital keyboards these days. Like hearing Elton John before he switched to the MIDI Yamaha in 1993.
Danny Kavka agree, (I’m not sure I’ve ever come to terms with the use of the term acoustic for a piano!!). It’s much harder to get a consistent full sustained sound on a standard piano vs a digital one - he does a great job.
God brought this man into the world, who gave us the possibility to feel that it was worthwhile to exist on this planet.Absolutely genius.You deserve to be eternal
Wow! I never considered this a gospel number!?! Things I've learnt tonight: 1. Mike is a better pianist than I ever imagined 2. He really looks like Ron Perlman 3. Rod Temperton could make any song sound like thriller I can't believe anyone who plays a song with this much passion didn't have a major hand in the writing process. So how is Temperton credited as sole songwriter??
It is a surprise he can sing at all the way he has abused those wonderful Vocal chords with all the screaming but thank god he does scream and take his ability right to the edge because it sounds fantastic even now he still has it .
Michael McDonald clearly settles the highly debated, (Is the piano is a percussion or a string instrument) His songwriting is legendary. Piano is Epic. Vocals are pipes from God!
He is an American legend, he started out with the doobie brothers then went solo he been around since the seventies. check out some of his older music .
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Mr. McDonald, what the hell do you have in your vocal chords? Ok, I'll tell you. It's magic. Thanks for sharing it with us.
It’s velvety chocolate poured over crushed diamonds with Smoke infused honey drizzled over the top!
The man’s a poster child for blue-eyed soul. God hard-wired him up for it; a true gift.
Deuteronomy 7:6
“For thou art an holy people unto the LORD thy God: the LORD thy God hath chosen thee to be a special people unto himself, above all people that are upon the face of the earth.”
Michael is a Hebrew Israelite period
I thought that reference was to the Jewish People in the world and no one else.
What a great rock pianist, not to mention his iconic voice
This man should never die.
He will. When he does his legacy will live on. Just like all the greats who have died.
Mike has amazing piano chops. His piano playing is as great and unique as his voice.
Hell, his keyboard chops were good enough to make it on Steely Dan albums.
The electric sound of the original version of this recording didn't age as well as it could have. Had a heavy 80's drum machine, horn, etc. sound, but the composition is top-notch. Amazing chord/key changes, vocal harmonies, etc., etc., etc. Just very unique. Very Michael.
Hes too amazing. Just when I thought he wouldn't dare attempt some of the high notes, he pressed on anyway. Struggled and kept right on going. I dont want anyone but Michael mcdonald singing Michael mcdonald songs. Thank god hes still alive and well and able to still enjoy these gems live.
Mike's always been a live performer his first band at 11, his dad and sisters all singers. Irish stock brought up in the St Louis soul and church belt. However, he is coming up 70 now and time to give these songs up I feel, or like Johnny Mathis, have your iconic songs re-scored - the fans will still want them but then you don't have to strain - Johnny carries on (today) into his 80's
Michael always does his best , he is the best make vocalist in my opinion, thank you.
Golden fingers, Platinum voice...Love it.
This is one of my Michael McDonald favorite songs. Love the soul coming out of this guy!
I used to ride with all the windows down in my first car...blasting this song!! I felt so FREE!! Love it!
What kind of car...??? Don't tell me a Pinto, Maverick or a Gremlin...!! LOL
Probably the greatest white male vocalist of all time
Stevie Winwood too 😉
Michael thanks for making the 70’s 80’s and 90’s a blast ! !
Does any performer of ANY age put more feeling into a performance as Michael?? Amazing!!
Yep! Joe Cocker is another great!
Fantastic with the Doobie Brothers, but even better as a solo artist. A genuine talent.
For me, the Doobie Brothers were a stepping stone for Michael, and when he left, it was the best thing ever. As you buy each album, he improves as a true soul singer, not just an R & B singer but a true soul singer from the heart. The man can really sing, there is so much heart in his songs, and he is an excellent songwriter. So Michael, keep singing and keep playing; we need you, the world needs you.
You left out STEELY-
@@brendadawless3595 ON STEELYS PEG?!
@@johnjeffery6638 That is true but he was never the lead singer on Steely Dan he was always the backup singer Whereas on The Doobie Brothers he was the lead singer.
I have lived this song since it was first released. I still have it in cassette!
I love him.
I love love Michael McDonald. He's voice and his music are simply timeless.
What a great rock pianist. Generating a whole percussive and rhythm sound with the piano (this effect would be created by bass guitar, drums and synths in the original). His pinnacle for me was the collaboration with Ingram ya mo be there (RIP james Ingram this month)
movingtodefcon2 It’s also great to hear how nice his touch sounds on the acoustic given that he usually plays digital keyboards these days. Like hearing Elton John before he switched to the MIDI Yamaha in 1993.
Danny Kavka agree, (I’m not sure I’ve ever come to terms with the use of the term acoustic for a piano!!). It’s much harder to get a consistent full sustained sound on a standard piano vs a digital one - he does a great job.
35 years on such a beautiful song and amazing artist
God brought this man into the world, who gave us the possibility to feel that it was worthwhile to exist on this planet.Absolutely genius.You deserve to be eternal
The sultry voice of a Legend! 👍🏾
What a true legend
I love you Michael!💚 True boss⭐️🎹🎶🎙 Thank you!🌹🌹🌹
Love his voice ❤
The first white man to win a black music award.
For real?
Word ?
He received the approval and friendship of Ray Charles - if you know that man, thats all there is to be said. Awards mean jack.
I’m 23 and only listen to this kind ofawesome songs from the 70’s & 80’s. God bless Michael McDonald!
Never heard this version before its fantastic, great album track but this is so funky
Wow! I never considered this a gospel number!?!
Things I've learnt tonight:
1. Mike is a better pianist than I ever imagined
2. He really looks like Ron Perlman
3. Rod Temperton could make any song sound like thriller
I can't believe anyone who plays a song with this much passion didn't have a major hand in the writing process. So how is Temperton credited as sole songwriter??
That song is relevant!
The fact that the same guy who wrote Thriller, wrote this. R.i.p Rod Temperton.
This is so great. Certain points you can hear his age, but it works
Michael, you're the magic!
Fantastic, as fresh as in 80's
Definatly the Voice off all times 😊
This song is pure happiness😎🌞😉😍
You better sing sir !!! 🗣🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
GRANDE MICHAEL MCDONALD !!! VOZ EMBLEMÁTICA E EXCELENTE PIANISTA !!! MINHA GERAÇÃO AGRADECE !!! LONGA VIDA ESSE GRANDE ARTISTA !!!
Love this track.
I only found out today that Rod Temperton wrote this. I enjoy it all the more now!
Einfach nur: großartig. Just great. Thumbs up!!! I love this song since it exists. Sweet freedom...
Great song!great singer!...love you Michael McDonald 💓
Just goosebumps!
It is a surprise he can sing at all the way he has abused those wonderful Vocal chords with all the screaming but thank god he does scream and take his ability right to the edge because it sounds fantastic even now he still has it .
A legend .great song
Michael McDonald could stub his toe on the coffee table and scream. I'd still be listening like, amazing.
Para alguns seres humanos ... a idade não deveria existir... Parabéns Michel.... Você é um belo e maravilhoso ser.... São Paulo - Brazil
I love it!!
Superb ❤❤❤
I heard this song from Running Scared when I was about 8 (I’m 30), love Mr McDonald
Amazing
Me traslada y fascina al pasado. Eterno.
I think he sounded great ! Love Michael.
Oh what a Fantastic Song and such an Artist!
Just wow.
Love this song!!!
Legend. Still very much got it.
Michael McDonald clearly settles the highly debated, (Is the piano is a percussion or a string instrument) His songwriting is legendary. Piano is Epic. Vocals are pipes from God!
His voice is like velvet always loved Michael macdonald
Fantastic 🎹😍
The Best Versionnnnnnnnnnnnn🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥✌🏾✌🏾✌🏾✌🏾✌🏾
O céu desceu e tudo ficou maravilhoso. Excelente !
Perfecto!!
Legendddddddd!!!!!
Thank you
The epitome of blue-eyed soul
I love this man❤
greeeeeaaaaaatttt music as aways!!!!!
Show!!!
wow!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Amazing version!
MARAVILHOSO!!🤩🤩
Wow!
Yay the voice didnt have scar its still flawless wow 💖💖💖🎼🎼🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶👏👏👏👏
very nice song keep it up
💖
LEGEND 👑👑👑💓💓💓
Lindo demais 😍
Living Legend
Grandissimo!
Um fenômeno da música mundial!
What a legend
superbe !
perfect
No more running down the wrong road............. hero
Grande
It’s funny, this is how I sound when I sing this song in the shower
Maravilloso
simply music genius
He isn’t quite hitting the notes on this video like he was in the 80’s but he still sounds good to me.
I don't know the guy but this is SUPERB.
mzamroni he's only the voice of the Dooby Brothers!!
He is an American legend, he started out with the doobie brothers then went solo he been around since the seventies. check out some of his older music .
linda walker was also a major part of steely dan, and did/does a lot with Kenny Logins (two great voices)
That’s so cool. He probably just thinks it’s a random TH-cam person
Still got it.
Rod Temperton classic!
steely dan actually needed a back up singer for peg,no one could fill that shoe
except Michael!!
Decent but his voice has reached its end. God bless him though 🙏🏻
Fucking YES!
❤
Keep the fire.
👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
dam he has some bass hand on the keys.
One Like thumb is not enough
СПАСИБО!
ОЧЕНЬ КРУТО!
почему ваши политики не такие талантливые на своем поприще,как АНГЛИЙСКАЯ👍💜💖👍❤КУЛЬТУРА?
ИСКУССТВО КРАСОТА И ЛЮБОВЬ СПАСУТ МИР
Чушь несешь про политиков.