Toto - Africa (Live)

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  • For more info -
    www.eagle-rock.com/artist/toto...
    smarturl.it/TotoLiveAmsterdamdvd
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    Toto were formed in LA in the late 70's by a group of friends who were all much in demand session musicians. They went on to epitomise the classic American pop/rock sound of the 80's and 90's with hit albums and singles including Hold The Line, Africa, I Won't Hold You Back and the multi-Grammy winning Rosanna.
    Live In Amsterdam was recorded in front of a fanatical crowd in 2003 during the world tour in support of their album "Through The Looking Glass". The set includes all their hits, tracks from that album together with live favourites.
    This track is from the full concert DVD "Live in Amsterdam", available now from Eagle Vision.
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  • @voloftn
    @voloftn 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1620

    That drummer is smooth. He needs more love in these comments.

    • @kravitz1999
      @kravitz1999 4 ปีที่แล้ว +133

      Simon? he's a beast. Drummers all know who he is :)

    • @luizcruz9656
      @luizcruz9656 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Yes

    • @danw331
      @danw331 4 ปีที่แล้ว +98

      There used to be a joke about him, it went 'Why hasn't Simon Philips got a driving license? Because he doesn't know the difference between left and right'. The idea being he's so ambidextrous he can play everything both ways. Such a master.

    • @TravelingCelloSearchforMusic
      @TravelingCelloSearchforMusic 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Like!

    • @michaelmclaughlin3837
      @michaelmclaughlin3837 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      what is even more awesome is when you learn that he is actually playing behind the loop that Jeff Porcaro used on the original recording. Simon is an absolute master at the drums. There is another video that shows what he is playing during the main verse and how he has to play light and accent the main loop and not step on it .... and I would kill to be as fluid a player as he is, triplets for days and days. (and love your Icon, I'm in Oak Ridge, Go Vols!)

  • @lauroncaligner1804
    @lauroncaligner1804 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11317

    Imagine going to a toto concert and they dont play this song.

    • @camara0
      @camara0 5 ปีที่แล้ว +278

      no way

    • @lolhahalolhaha111
      @lolhahalolhaha111 5 ปีที่แล้ว +228

      worse, I saw them live and they ruined the song. They streched it out 20 minutes with solo's and barely any singing. Hold the line was played much better.

    • @strayjay61
      @strayjay61 5 ปีที่แล้ว +38

      The Horror Horror!

    • @TomSistermans
      @TomSistermans 5 ปีที่แล้ว +70

      It would be a better concert, toto isn't a very strong band when it comes to live concerts but they really butcher Africa

    • @cocoa.exe.2279
      @cocoa.exe.2279 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      R.I.P

  • @SoftRockMusic88
    @SoftRockMusic88 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +228

    I believe that somewhere in the world, there are people who feel the same emotions that I feel when I listen to masterpieces like this song.

    • @thaasouza15
      @thaasouza15 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Here

    • @felix-mf4pv
      @felix-mf4pv 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Yas 💯

    • @magorzatarakowiecka7052
      @magorzatarakowiecka7052 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I feel the same, I love Toto and Africa 🌍!!!♥️♥️♥️

    • @reinaldopereira9267
      @reinaldopereira9267 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Eu do Brasil estou

    • @rehswonnous4916
      @rehswonnous4916 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      From🇵🇭💪😊

  • @davidg.9932
    @davidg.9932 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +31

    Michael Joseph "Mike" Porcaro- May 29, 1955 - March 15, 2015-Miss the funky bass playing...R.I.P.

  • @1caaru5
    @1caaru5 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3208

    I might be mistaken, but this is so epic
    Can we hit 5000 litres of rain in Africa

    • @blanonski
      @blanonski 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      5000 liters

    • @1caaru5
      @1caaru5 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@blanonski *5000

    • @Kaynos
      @Kaynos 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      mistaken you are not.

    • @manimax3
      @manimax3 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Dude concentrate on whats coming from the north.

    • @1caaru5
      @1caaru5 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@manimax3 dude. Bless the rains

  • @DanNJ316
    @DanNJ316 3 ปีที่แล้ว +980

    It's great to see Bobby Kimball on stage in much better times than what he's going through now, at 73 and suffering from the early stages of dementia and severe hearing loss. I don't care whether they used a backing track or whatever else here, in his prime Bobby was one of the great voices in music, and he was a huge part of the success of Toto and the incredible body of work they put together. I think we should all put some respect on his name.

    • @douglaskelly9173
      @douglaskelly9173 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      Unfortunately that's the way some things happened!

    • @StopSilvester
      @StopSilvester 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@douglaskelly9173 great respect

    • @teekay_1
      @teekay_1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      You should read Steve Lukather autobiography. He has some "interesting" things to say about Bobby.

    • @StopSilvester
      @StopSilvester 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@teekay_1 what are you referring to`? i dont see how reading a book alone would change everyones mind

    • @jaggass
      @jaggass 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      Toto played You Are The Flower on their live streamed show they did last year as a tribute to him. Nobody was better than Bobby back in the day.

  • @turdferguson7264
    @turdferguson7264 ปีที่แล้ว +73

    Mike Pocaro was the funkiest bass player in Rock n Roll!! So underrated!!

    • @jimbartlett1333
      @jimbartlett1333 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

      He and Simon Phillips really killed it !

  • @leatheredlife4861
    @leatheredlife4861 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +24

    The chorus is just pure perfection with Bobby...

  • @kurgin
    @kurgin 2 ปีที่แล้ว +675

    I was 13 in the 80's and was calling in this song to the radio station to ask them to play it..... sometimes i waited for over an hour for them to answer, and then 3 hours for them to play it. Now I can hear it whenever I want..... this generation has no idea.

    • @garyhighley9022
      @garyhighley9022 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      And then hit play-record on the cassette at just the right moment so to catch the opening notes and miss the goofy DJ talking....here's that hot new single from Toto, we ain't in Kansas anymore Dorothy ...hahahaha

    • @williambarr318
      @williambarr318 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Wow I’m 14 and I never really realised how hard it was to listen to your favourite songs.

    • @kurgin
      @kurgin ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@garyhighley9022 haha no kidding, those stupid DJ's would talk through the first part of the song!

    • @charlottecunningham2141
      @charlottecunningham2141 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@kurgin and/ or talk over the ending or cut it short

    • @OriginalPuro
      @OriginalPuro ปีที่แล้ว +11

      The generations of instant access has no clue (1997+), which is why their attention span is diminishing, they've never had to wait for anything so to have everything makes everything less valuable.
      Having to wait for something makes it more valuable, which is a good thing.

  • @MarkyBuMusic
    @MarkyBuMusic 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1501

    Can we take a moment to appreciate the cleanest drum fill ever at 3:28 ?
    Simon Phillips is a heavily underrated drummer.

    • @luiggiibanez
      @luiggiibanez 4 ปีที่แล้ว +80

      Simon Phillips is a global authority when it comes to percussion instruments.

    • @trueknowledgeispower
      @trueknowledgeispower 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      ....acknowledged.

    • @isaacjohnson5182
      @isaacjohnson5182 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Nicko Mcbrain from Iron Maiden is one of my all time favourites to, he plays beats and changes tempos so fucking well. Phillips is another one of my favourites along side Taylor Hawkins as well.

    • @drummeralbertrivera9577
      @drummeralbertrivera9577 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Luiggi Ruiz When it comes to fusion or other genres.

    • @jeffersoncochran1906
      @jeffersoncochran1906 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes we CAN!

  • @bobcathey8903
    @bobcathey8903 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I think this is one of the best renditions of Africa. The keyboard player and bass player draw less attention to their looks and overwhelming equipment yet still produce the same quality sound without a political activism dark cloud.

  • @hdfloyd
    @hdfloyd 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Paccaro's bass line solo is legendary! To me this was there BEST tour video this thing was hot from beginning to end!!

  • @EmilY-gp1qh
    @EmilY-gp1qh 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4148

    How does that drummer manage to look like a 13 year old kid and 50 year old guy at the same time ?

    • @chagoalonso3136
      @chagoalonso3136 6 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Emil Y
      Love you

    • @Albert-Freeman
      @Albert-Freeman 5 ปีที่แล้ว +86

      Emil Y keepin' face shaved + the hairstyle 😂😂

    • @EmilY-gp1qh
      @EmilY-gp1qh 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Do you have dyslexia?

    • @polofdez
      @polofdez 5 ปีที่แล้ว +52

      Simon phillips great jazz drum player

    • @thetoiletinspector6878
      @thetoiletinspector6878 5 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      It's the hair and the shirt

  • @UnderTheTableGremlin
    @UnderTheTableGremlin 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1168

    I’d pay for the entire concert JUST to hear them play this song. Seriously. The concert could just consist of this song over and over for an hour and I’d pay a hundred bucks + for it.

    • @Dom21221
      @Dom21221 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      💯 would do that too. Check out the cover from Mike Masse. You won’t regret it 😀

    • @WillieBeeman23
      @WillieBeeman23 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Excellent idea Sir, I’m In!!!

    • @erinangela4694
      @erinangela4694 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I will do the same¡¡🙂🙂🙂

    • @tylerbeard3587
      @tylerbeard3587 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Me too, there is something blessed about this song that puts me in a diffrent place.

    • @rosefuentes9787
      @rosefuentes9787 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I bless the rain in africa❤️😍😘🇵🇭😊

  • @jaredbasslessons9577
    @jaredbasslessons9577 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    The Best Bass Solo Ever 4:33 Sadly the bassist died but will remember him.

  • @BoxTunnel
    @BoxTunnel 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    As a classic rock, metal and punk fan for some reason I've loved this song since I first heard it. As a bass player and as a chap who appreciates Mike Porcaro's talent, there is no place in any song ever for a flippin' bass solo!

  • @Gonzo2707
    @Gonzo2707 3 ปีที่แล้ว +144

    This is sooo painful to watch now - I attended this concert. RIP Mike Porcaro. Gone, but never forgotten.

    • @neffosm5732
      @neffosm5732 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He died like 10 years ago!!!

    • @newgeneration474
      @newgeneration474 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@neffosm5732 the concert was in 2003

    • @newgeneration474
      @newgeneration474 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@neffosm5732 read the description

    • @rasmusroligheter5226
      @rasmusroligheter5226 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@neffosm5732 and what

    • @marcelhaik8035
      @marcelhaik8035 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I'm so sorry to hear that.😢

  • @louisthompson6333
    @louisthompson6333 3 ปีที่แล้ว +649

    The guy who sang the chorus is a generational talent

    • @pignonMZ6
      @pignonMZ6 3 ปีที่แล้ว +86

      Except in this performance no human sang the chorus, which is understandable, with age the voice changes and the range becomes narrow. Still sad though, because I'm pretty sure the singer doesn't know his mic is muted judging from his efforts. At the end his mic is turned back on and he clearly can sing.

    • @aebhosor4835
      @aebhosor4835 3 ปีที่แล้ว +50

      Who, Bobby Kimball? Yeah, he was great.

    •  3 ปีที่แล้ว +42

      @@pignonMZ6 As much as it shocks you, the mic is turned on all the time and there are tons of recent live performances where you can see him singing. Talent, existed back in the days.

    • @ryanspencerlauderdale687
      @ryanspencerlauderdale687 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@pignonMZ6 Either that or he’s lip syncing until the end.

    • @CherylBattista
      @CherylBattista 3 ปีที่แล้ว +61

      Please don’t sit and trash talk Any of these men. I know them, worked for Bobby Kimball and they are the nicest and most talented mofos in the music business. Do a little research before you trash talk my friends.

  • @robandcheryls
    @robandcheryls ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I’m a 53 yr old veteran of (20nyr Army)four tours. Since high school and these songs gave me focus. Thank you @Toto. 🇨🇦 Veteran

    • @hcaballero57
      @hcaballero57 ปีที่แล้ว

      🇺🇸 Army Vet 5 yrs, 1 tour OEF, 1 tour Afghanistan.

  • @moharak
    @moharak 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +30

    They still looked great 20 years ago. I have good memories of listening to them in high school. They weren't considered a "cool" group but we all tapped our toes to their stuff. Africa is a great tune.

  • @TheAJUniverse
    @TheAJUniverse 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2087

    So we're not gonna talk about this amazing drummer?

    • @rmcvyp8633
      @rmcvyp8633 4 ปีที่แล้ว +88

      google Simon Phillips for some out of this world drumming

    • @amesailor
      @amesailor 4 ปีที่แล้ว +41

      I'll talk about him all day

    • @amesailor
      @amesailor 4 ปีที่แล้ว +77

      Big shout out to his drum tech too. Dude's got those things sounding clean.

    • @vslurk
      @vslurk 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Would hate to fill any of there shoes

    • @richardfox7487
      @richardfox7487 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Fantastic drummer.

  • @parzival8108
    @parzival8108 3 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    holy cow, Mike Porcaro is an amazing bassist, you can tell he has so much fun playing this song. rest in peace Mike, you will be missed

  • @erikomarlaralloja6435
    @erikomarlaralloja6435 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    The three original members. this is pure gold

  • @brenthasboro5709
    @brenthasboro5709 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Growing up in the late 70’s and early 80’s we got to hear the best music ever made and also drive the hottest fastest North American cars ever made. So lucky.😀

  • @liamg2271
    @liamg2271 3 ปีที่แล้ว +395

    The drummer is absolutely masterclass.

    • @drummerboy2834
      @drummerboy2834 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Liam G Simon Phillips is a god.. My drum teacher made me watch him 20+ years ago... I can now say at 48 I am truly ambidextrous thanks to watching him and practicing, practicing and more practicing lol

    • @JorgeLopez-bq5ng
      @JorgeLopez-bq5ng 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Simon Philips is fucking GOD

    • @jessicathorner8336
      @jessicathorner8336 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      No shit shirlock

    • @johannesdmth
      @johannesdmth 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      hes very good but id like to see jeff porcaro one last time

    • @marioivkovcic3253
      @marioivkovcic3253 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Probbably the only one who could replace Jeff...

  • @tomjones861
    @tomjones861 3 ปีที่แล้ว +760

    So it’s 2021 and this song is still a banger

  • @FalconDrums
    @FalconDrums 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Toto might be the best live band EVER.

  • @Cindi644
    @Cindi644 13 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    The drummer is lit! Toto rocks forever!

  • @michaelkiaunis8572
    @michaelkiaunis8572 2 ปีที่แล้ว +146

    Toto is not just another 80s band. They are real deal professional musicians.

    • @ryantobin1007
      @ryantobin1007 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Absolute Guns. Jeff Porcaro was on another level

    • @johnoswaldpalines
      @johnoswaldpalines 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Ultimate recording sessionists / hit makers

  • @rodolphelaporte2548
    @rodolphelaporte2548 5 ปีที่แล้ว +176

    Mike Porcaro, i've a lot of respect for him, best bass player, R.I.P legend.

    • @Endidixknsej
      @Endidixknsej 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Picture V4s very talented he was

    • @rockz917
      @rockz917 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Press 🅱️

    • @azharbaloch6127
      @azharbaloch6127 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      God rest his soul.

    • @ibrahimanjum6575
      @ibrahimanjum6575 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Picture V4s RIP

    • @gustavobordenave4734
      @gustavobordenave4734 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

      ❤❤❤tan bueno como nuestro argentino cachorro López

  • @simonelliot3712
    @simonelliot3712 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    That high vocal in the chorus sounds just like it always did. Amazing!

    • @dekeltal
      @dekeltal 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

      That's because it's most likely a playback

    • @simonelliot3712
      @simonelliot3712 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@dekeltal It's not a playback. His vocal is well documented.

    • @rodrigozamo
      @rodrigozamo 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@dekeltal Not playback but there is post production added, and you can clearly hear Kimbal's autotune added in the Falling in Between DVD.

    • @McDoinky
      @McDoinky 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Definitely edited in
      That's the original vocal take

  • @0regretsinlife
    @0regretsinlife 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    These extraordinary talented men worked together to create a masterpiece that refuses to age

  • @stevecash83
    @stevecash83 4 ปีที่แล้ว +854

    23 million views. I probably account for at least 500 of them.

    • @campursarimania
      @campursarimania 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      You Gotta Pump Those Numbers Up, Those Are Rookie Numbers

    • @wolfie8099
      @wolfie8099 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      No, one view per account on a video. Watching over and over wont make more views.

    • @Abdullah_al-Naqshbandi
      @Abdullah_al-Naqshbandi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@campursarimania hey do u know that the owner of this ACCOUNT IS ALREADY PASSED AWAY BCZ HE DOING SUICIDE?

    • @Abdullah_al-Naqshbandi
      @Abdullah_al-Naqshbandi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@wolfie8099 he's already died bcz of suicide

    • @wolfie8099
      @wolfie8099 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Abdullah_al-Naqshbandi how do you knoweh?

  • @Grayback1973
    @Grayback1973 2 ปีที่แล้ว +491

    Bobby Kimball was one of the greatest vocalists in his day but what made Toto such a great band is how everybody contributed. They made songs where 3 guys would sing in different parts of the song and it not only worked but it was magical. They also used many differnet types of instruments and NONE of their songs sounded the same, they were all very unique! Quite possibly the most talented group of musicians the planet has ever seen.
    One other thing I have to say was about the song Rosanna.When Bobby says "I never knew that losing you would ever hurt so bad!"......It just was not possible for him to sing that lyric any better.He belted it out with pure perfection. God could that man sing!

    • @zaziou711
      @zaziou711 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Led Zep was miles ahead

    • @tinydancer36
      @tinydancer36 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      Bobby Kimball...legend!

    • @ricardoalurca9044
      @ricardoalurca9044 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@zaziou711 led zep overrated as fxck

    • @kemyge
      @kemyge ปีที่แล้ว +7

      in the past yes.... But now he needs to stop

    • @905Alive
      @905Alive ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@zaziou711 no way, not musically

  • @gregteigland4788
    @gregteigland4788 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    One of the best songs ever written. Is a top 10 song for me.

  • @loganfortune6698
    @loganfortune6698 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    The bass drives this song,so powerful

  • @SwedySick
    @SwedySick 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2097

    This song is so good they named a continent after it

    • @jonwingate5535
      @jonwingate5535 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Dats phunny

    • @mrdonut4537
      @mrdonut4537 3 ปีที่แล้ว +40

      Blatantly copied from the music video

    • @AI_GAMER_GUY
      @AI_GAMER_GUY 3 ปีที่แล้ว +41

      the original comment was so good you copied it here

    • @SwedySick
      @SwedySick 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @@AI_GAMER_GUY exaaaaactly

    • @erikrodriguez8979
      @erikrodriguez8979 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Totally! The chicken came before the egg kinda thing.😊

  • @DarcieGlam
    @DarcieGlam 4 ปีที่แล้ว +514

    RiP Mike Porcaro - such an amazing bass player.

    • @cuzzinzofficial
      @cuzzinzofficial 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      DarcieGlam rip

    • @larrysanchez1927
      @larrysanchez1927 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      DarcieGlam Totally One Of the Best Bas Players Ever.....Rip🙏💯

    • @katherinelynne9646
      @katherinelynne9646 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      He just inspired so much and now I am an actual bass player

    • @marcelopaur2736
      @marcelopaur2736 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Que en paz descanse !! Excelente músico !!!!!

    • @erinangela4694
      @erinangela4694 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      he was really a good bass player.I kept repeating I’ll be over you and that bass part he did🙂

  • @paulkent1964
    @paulkent1964 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

    One of my favourite songs of all time. Love everything about it.

  • @thisismyhandle27
    @thisismyhandle27 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Can we appreciate one of the nastiest bass solo done live? That was amazing!
    Not many groups sound just as good or better live than on their album! Pure Talent!

    • @rdownmakeITbetter
      @rdownmakeITbetter 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Considering how much pain he was probably in at this time makes that solo even more impressive!

  • @lesbasch8467
    @lesbasch8467 2 ปีที่แล้ว +294

    This band is like a gift that keeps on giving and giving. The vocal ranges, tonality and musical talent of each member of the band is above phenomenal, it's "Epic!"

    • @tapsX3
      @tapsX3 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Back when bands really sang and harmonized. Real instruments being played too. In other words, pure talent.

    • @janekmachnicki2593
      @janekmachnicki2593 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Agree

    • @amandareynolds2781
      @amandareynolds2781 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Such a beautiful song

  • @hamter.
    @hamter. 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1658

    Rains? Blessed.
    Drums? Echoing.
    Hotel? Trivago.

    • @pankrechu3631
      @pankrechu3631 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Yee? Haw

    • @Rapitor23
      @Rapitor23 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Kkkkkkk

    • @ashtonleah3813
      @ashtonleah3813 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      oh what an ace! i literally didnt expect that lol

    • @escudonegro6891
      @escudonegro6891 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Brasileiro?

    • @davijazzz
      @davijazzz 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Kkkkkkkjkkjjkjjkk

  • @spptube
    @spptube ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Drums and Bass are top notch. What a song by Toto.

  • @julialmiron
    @julialmiron 26 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

    Amazing performance of Bobby Kimball...

  • @grantcheney5070
    @grantcheney5070 3 ปีที่แล้ว +293

    When you're still a teen on the inside, but your mirror says you're fifty. Time flies. Be good to one another and enjoy life.

    • @adrianarencibia7780
      @adrianarencibia7780 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I totally agree enjoy your life in the inside and yes time flies also be good to one another or the world is blank.

    • @heikob.4704
      @heikob.4704 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      this is so true

    • @mariav.5828
      @mariav.5828 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thank you, Grant , "I will remember" (Toto, Tambu, 1995)
      " I was born in the land Of the sun
      And the tall green grass
      And I don t understand
      How all this has come to pass".

    • @grantcheney5070
      @grantcheney5070 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@mariav.5828 Wishing you and your family all the best! "This too, shall pass." Much love from Michigan.

    • @plcc07777
      @plcc07777 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      50 ???
      I'm 70 and still a teen on the inside !!!
      🤩🤩

  • @Hextraordinary13
    @Hextraordinary13 5 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    I love that the guy who said the song wouldn't be a hit (or something to that effect) went over and "kissed the ring" of the band member that wrote it. That's HILARIOUS.

  • @spAncArrOzzA
    @spAncArrOzzA ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This Song has all: bass riff, piano riff, drun riff, voice piano, chore, Guitar solo. Everything is perfect!

  • @user-we3mt2fu2p
    @user-we3mt2fu2p 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Simon Phillips drumming is outstanding ! Einer der besten Schlagzeuger die es jemals gegeben hat und geben wird. Was er dem Song für einen "Drive" gibt ist nicht von dieser Welt !

  • @SubhansVault
    @SubhansVault 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1787

    In the beginning the guitarist kissed the keyboardist’s hand because
    The song is originally written by the keyboardist and when he showed this song to everyone in his group the guitarist especially hated the song.

    • @blackknight5338
      @blackknight5338 5 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      Oh shit...

    • @thatoneguywholooksawfulinp3782
      @thatoneguywholooksawfulinp3782 5 ปีที่แล้ว +97

      Thank you Kanye.Very cool

    • @score1x
      @score1x 5 ปีที่แล้ว +44

      Yes, the rest of the band thought he was nuts

    • @hafizajiaziz8773
      @hafizajiaziz8773 5 ปีที่แล้ว +47

      Steve "Luke" Lukather (the guitarist) also hate the official video where they play on top of giant books

    • @mamtamamta1597
      @mamtamamta1597 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Subhan's Vault hello with Sapna Studio Satpal Saini ke
      0

  • @cholze9146
    @cholze9146 4 ปีที่แล้ว +162

    Toto: *End the concert without Africa*
    Audience: "Disappointingly walk away"
    Paich, whispering in low tone of voice: *I hear the drums echoing tonight...*

    • @chrisorlando6162
      @chrisorlando6162 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I NEVER LEFT MY SEAT!!

    • @AGTM99
      @AGTM99 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      cuando fue eso? me gustaria verlo!

  • @sav6448
    @sav6448 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I don’t know what it is, but even at a younger age I’ve LOVED this song. I always tell people “my favorite song is this” or “my favorite song is that” but at 22, I’ll hear this song at work or on the radio and I get so EXCITED!! This. This is my favorite song ever!

  • @tommysfather
    @tommysfather 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    What helps to make this song great is the terrific drum playing. It helps to drive this song to fever pitch.

  • @SWog617
    @SWog617 3 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    Rest in peace, Mike Porcaro.
    I lost my mom to the same disease. I can personally vouch for the great work done by the ALS Association for those affected by the disease and their families. They really appreciate donations. One day a cure will be found.

  • @BillyBrasilOficial
    @BillyBrasilOficial 3 ปีที่แล้ว +95

    The charisma of this bass player and impressive.

    • @Francisqueti
      @Francisqueti 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Era marca registrada do Mike. Criativo e carismático. Não é a toa que é um dos maiores da história.

    • @karlukvp
      @karlukvp 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Francisqueti infelizmente nos deixou

    • @PAL737
      @PAL737 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      the bass player is one of the founders. Mike Porcaro

    • @JanBulin
      @JanBulin 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@PAL737 No, the original and founder bass player is David Hungate.

  • @PaulRobert474
    @PaulRobert474 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    A top 10 "Chorus" of all time.

  • @michaelwhite5300
    @michaelwhite5300 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Toto brings back real awesome memories for me thanks guys.

  • @sergarlantyrell7847
    @sergarlantyrell7847 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2088

    If your dads formed a band... They would look like Toto.

    • @mikeyljacmikeyjac1807
      @mikeyljacmikeyjac1807 4 ปีที่แล้ว +186

      Problem is they wouldn't sound like them

    • @bigbadryster
      @bigbadryster 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      @@mikeyljacmikeyjac1807 no they definitely would. They, vocally, sound tragic.

    • @plumbelect
      @plumbelect 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      i´d like to be the singer.... what a beautiful dream I have....

    • @lucatoni6402
      @lucatoni6402 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      i only have one :/

    • @jrssww
      @jrssww 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      this comment :D

  • @greglovering9548
    @greglovering9548 2 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    OMG-- what a TIMELESS GROUP & HIT!!!!! Literally brings tears to me eyes from the 80's!!!!

  • @fredmutalya3888
    @fredmutalya3888 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    How come i haven't seen this performance rated high anywhere in the greatest of all time. Wow!! They don't just pull off such magnificent performances. This was simply mouthwatering.....

  • @Michelle_Schu-blacka
    @Michelle_Schu-blacka ปีที่แล้ว +24

    I'm not sure how much of the chorus was sung live.
    It's one of greatest choruses of all time. The layers are beautifully put together and work so well.
    That little jam at the end of this was sounding pretty sweet as well.

    • @RikiJasmin
      @RikiJasmin ปีที่แล้ว

      Obviously playback. Dude acted worse than a p**n star

    • @tonyoliver2334
      @tonyoliver2334 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yeah the chorus was definitely a track. Wonder why? Bobby may have had issues?

    • @joeromack6188
      @joeromack6188 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@tonyoliver2334 utter crap
      you have no clue what you are talking about

  • @garbanzobean1
    @garbanzobean1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +130

    Drums and bass. Holy crap they've got that bottom covered. Fantastic!

    • @slammingrooves
      @slammingrooves 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      RUTH HODGE Jeff porcaro is missed, but man, does Simon do a great job. And his drums sound phenomenal!

    • @davidnissim9203
      @davidnissim9203 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Jeff Porcaro did it the best. The guy in this video did a good job, but no one could play like Porcaro.

    • @cambrown2784
      @cambrown2784 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Jeff Porcaro was irreplaceable. Even Simon Philips knows that. But more importantly, Mike Porcaro knew it too. He formed a distinct relationship with Simon that was entirely different than his one with his brother because Mike knew, as a part of the percussion section, the importance of having one with every drummer he played with. Its also what made him such a popular studio bassist. I think this could have only helped Simon assume the role of filling some very big shoes, and I think Simon has done admirably in his work. Its still Toto, but its Simon's rhythm now. As it should be.
      RIP to both Mike and Jeff Porcaro. I hope the family documentary sees the light of day.

    • @monkeydluffy4218
      @monkeydluffy4218 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      They are both different and both excellent and very respected, they made an amzing job on this song the rest is subjective...

  • @d.mcdave8880
    @d.mcdave8880 2 ปีที่แล้ว +197

    This drummer just kills it! Got to be one of the best ever. And the bass player has got a serious groove on. Very, very good all around vocals. 30 million views, damn. Haven't seen anything like them in many, many years.. Probably won't again.

    • @d.mcdave8880
      @d.mcdave8880 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @Mark H Thanks for the info. This guy has done everything! I think I read he has over 700 album credits.... Thats incredible. I am not a drummer but I could tell there was something special about this guy. He is just so clean and precise and never over done.

    • @mark-mingweihsu4374
      @mark-mingweihsu4374 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Try to google his performance of Jazz with Hiromi. If you also enjoy Jazz genre, he will blow you mind to another level.

    • @d.mcdave8880
      @d.mcdave8880 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@danielrn133 The drummer sets the attitude and holds all the musicians to a regulated tempo and beat. This guy just does it a little better than most. One of the best I've seen.

    • @d.mcdave8880
      @d.mcdave8880 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@mark-mingweihsu4374 Thanks for the tip. I do enjoy Jazz and I will look into Hiromi.

    • @yankees29
      @yankees29 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      The original Toto drummer was incredibly talented. Jeff Porcaro

  • @mayorafukucho
    @mayorafukucho ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I keep coming back to hear Mikey's amazing solo. He is greatly missed 😭

  • @bigpaybackstl1109
    @bigpaybackstl1109 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Toto as a complete band is amazing, but Bobby’s voice is what made them stand out the most.. great range, tone and control in his prime.

  • @michaelkoper5061
    @michaelkoper5061 3 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    The drummer; God Bless him;
    never breaks into a sweat.
    What rhythm, What tempo. SO Awesome.

    • @squamanto5420
      @squamanto5420 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      the drummer is simon philips. one of the famoust and best drummers ever. every drummer knows this dude

    • @fauriomoura3514
      @fauriomoura3514 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Vão com o coração dos . Coisa linda ouvir. Sempre arrepiante 👏👏👍👍👍👍👍👍 i

  • @cwir88
    @cwir88 3 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    That drum fill at 3:28 is smooth, my God!

    • @andreleite770
      @andreleite770 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      It's just perfect!

    • @trabajosunaddanihernandez2612
      @trabajosunaddanihernandez2612 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Simply divine... is the great Simon Phillips

    • @edisontesla3932
      @edisontesla3932 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He must have experimented with several fills, eventually coming up with the perfect one.

    • @mazrio128
      @mazrio128 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ok. I’m gonna be that guy. Go listen to Jeff’s fill live at Montreux from 1991. Jeff aka Jeff Porcaro founder of TOTO and the greatest musician of all-time. No disrespect to Simon. Just some info for those who would like to research the GOAT. ❤️🇮🇹

  • @activelyinactive007
    @activelyinactive007 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I always come back to this particular video because of the Mike’s bassline in the 1st and 2nd chorus. Is nobody gonna talk about that?? Sheesh.

    • @Jukajuniocompositor
      @Jukajuniocompositor 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Boa noite o baixo nessa ficou massa ! Eu também fico arrepiado ao ouvir !

  • @achekholbeckal889
    @achekholbeckal889 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I was 23 years old when I first heard this song 😊 the World were fresh and vibrant then

  • @nathanpahman5347
    @nathanpahman5347 3 ปีที่แล้ว +69

    This is my favorite song of all time! It's got everything; a great bass solo, great drums, and fantastic harmonies.

    • @stephentaylor6617
      @stephentaylor6617 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Did not realize how great the baseline in this song is until hearing this live version

  • @syd989
    @syd989 5 ปีที่แล้ว +313

    R.I.P. Mike Porcaro. He ruled.

    • @chriswynes316
      @chriswynes316 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You mean Jeff.

    • @bigwilly528
      @bigwilly528 5 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      Chris Wynes there were three Porcaro’s in the band. Mike was the bassist who died from ALS, which he was suffering from at the time of this video. Steve = keys Jeff = drums

    • @lucaschibler2631
      @lucaschibler2631 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      R.I.P to you syd, the soul of pink floyd. You still rule

    • @Supreme56Animation
      @Supreme56Animation 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      William Henderson Didn’t Jeff Porcaro die after accidentally getting sprayed with insecticide and getting a heart attack as a result of inhaling it?

    • @MrRealgar
      @MrRealgar 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Supernova Strike I mean, come on. He had some addictions too.

  • @earlganuelas
    @earlganuelas ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I've watched a ton of Toto videos on TH-cam and I think this takes the cake for the best version of Africa. Great to see Mike being highlighted here, and to hear Simon laying down those tasty fills

  • @lindsaygrose-harding1941
    @lindsaygrose-harding1941 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    One of the best songs ever written. Love to listen to it. ❤️ I have listened to every version on TH-cam over and over again.

    • @Officialsullyerna1
      @Officialsullyerna1 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hello how are you doing it’s nice meeting you here

  • @liamroberts7556
    @liamroberts7556 2 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    This is probably my favourite live version of this song. Great show all round.

  • @triciadantonio9481
    @triciadantonio9481 4 ปีที่แล้ว +56

    Rumor has it that the rains in Africa are actually blessed because of this band and the kids in Africa are getting a shit ton of water

  • @robertlafnear7034
    @robertlafnear7034 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Something about this number that when I would hear it in the background when driving I'd have to TURN IT UP MAX and rock out !....... what a great number guys .

  • @rangerwhite7091
    @rangerwhite7091 4 ปีที่แล้ว +107

    Bobby Kimball has recently been diagnosed with Dementia. Remember his greatness as one of the best AOR vocalists in history.

    • @davidnissim589
      @davidnissim589 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Oh no. They’ve already lost two of the Porcaro’s and one of their former frontmen, now they’re gonna lose the original voice soon. What a shame.

    • @groovefretboard
      @groovefretboard 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      It’s bad yet they lived the lives of Kings and traveled the world playing iconic music so all in all it was a way Better ride than 99% of the rest of us

    • @jasonklein4031
      @jasonklein4031 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Bobby has had one hell of a wild life but still sad news nonetheless

    • @psychedelicfright85
      @psychedelicfright85 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      This band just can't catch a break. It really fucking sucks

    • @casinosnoopy9900
      @casinosnoopy9900 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      If so, i feel badly for him. My dad had dementia and watching a loved one go out like that is brutal.

  • @michaelalucard7532
    @michaelalucard7532 3 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    Toto, May 14, 2021 and we are still here listening to this , Taking us back to when singers had real talent. Hi Michael Jackson

    • @thomasalmond3311
      @thomasalmond3311 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It's interesting that you bring up Michael Jackson, the song Human Nature was originally offered to Toto!!!.

  • @andrewspencer8828
    @andrewspencer8828 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This song as got to be in the top 5 best ever songs ever pruduced in music history ! Should be in a music hall of fame !

  • @gherson31
    @gherson31 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We all miss Jeff but Simon sounds perfect!!! No words for Bobby’s performance 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

  • @miguelsaavedrums
    @miguelsaavedrums 3 ปีที่แล้ว +76

    RIP Jeff, Mike, Joe and Miles Porcaro.
    The Porcaro legacy will last forever.

  • @Soccergirl537
    @Soccergirl537 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    RIP Mike Porcaro . Great clean live version. Sounds so good

  • @kirbylamoureux9680
    @kirbylamoureux9680 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Vocal harmonic spectacle and musical instrument extravaganza! That's why the song will never go away!

  • @claudionoah
    @claudionoah 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    One of the songs that most impacted my life.

  • @Peter_S_
    @Peter_S_ 5 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    Toto is easily one of the best live bands I've ever seen. DO NOT MISS A SHOW IF THEY PLAY NEAR YOU!!!

  • @sultanapinto.3602
    @sultanapinto.3602 2 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Absolutely the perfect Toto’s lineup. I love them all.❤️❤️

  • @lucasblanton5203
    @lucasblanton5203 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    1:28 damn after all those years they still have that voice

  • @victorguermandi1841
    @victorguermandi1841 ปีที่แล้ว

    Simon Phillips....the most intelligent, creative and different drummer that I've seen...the best!

  • @roverdover4038
    @roverdover4038 3 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    This is the best TOTO rendition of Africa,,, everything, just sounds perfect.

    • @mauriciotrilha
      @mauriciotrilha 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      playback

    • @scrambis
      @scrambis 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      naw man 2013 35th anniversary tour, sick vocals from Joseph Williams and nothing piped in

    • @johnmeyer4683
      @johnmeyer4683 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      ur smoking crack joe williams is what made toto in the late 80's

    • @hehhehhuhhuh7014
      @hehhehhuhhuh7014 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@scrambis As great as Bobby Kimball used to be, I totally agree with you about Joseph Williams. Here is a link to the 2015 version with Joseph Williams. Man, he is awesome!! .... th-cam.com/video/P4t0vhGQ8zk/w-d-xo.html

  • @ManOffTTC
    @ManOffTTC 7 ปีที่แล้ว +589

    RIP Mike Porcaro. Your groove is undeniable.

    • @Agentt4777
      @Agentt4777 6 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Dude was so into it. Such a legend.

    • @colinevewright
      @colinevewright 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      ManOffTTC i

    • @SuninSanDiego
      @SuninSanDiego 6 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      You could just tell he loved to play every note he got to while he could do it. He'd been playing this same set for decades yet seemed to be just as into it as the first time he heard it. To me the argument of best bass player is irrelevant with Mike. The terms should be of the bass player who loved what he played the most for as long as long he could play it. With those terms there is no equal.

    • @jlb8830
      @jlb8830 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Sunin: SPOT ON !

    • @ashe984
      @ashe984 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      IKR Mike is a legend sad he is gone

  • @assortedcontentchannels6076
    @assortedcontentchannels6076 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Even I was born 1987 existed this song today and forever

  • @evertongracindo
    @evertongracindo 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The instrumental at the end is something surreal, it just demonstrates the quality and competence of the guys

  • @ayarivera1584
    @ayarivera1584 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I'm 24 and I guess I was on a wrong era. I regret not having the chance to witness TOTO perform live. They simply define music.

    • @TN_T_
      @TN_T_ 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You still have the chance

  • @sizan2905
    @sizan2905 4 ปีที่แล้ว +439

    This song makes me miss Africa but I've never been there.

    • @AlternateBottle
      @AlternateBottle 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      it is deja vu

    • @timothytarimo8479
      @timothytarimo8479 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Welcome man

    • @renelyncustodio8611
      @renelyncustodio8611 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      hahahahahaha

    • @joanangella5051
      @joanangella5051 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      😂😂😂😂 That's really really touching. But any time you are welcome

    • @AS256
      @AS256 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Same except I've actually been there

  • @terrymintle7230
    @terrymintle7230 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    This is the last video I've seen Mike Poraco playing bass, may he rest in peace.

  • @gilmarcantopostal2112
    @gilmarcantopostal2112 ปีที่แล้ว +78

    Toto é uma banda incrível, Cantam e tocam muito, sou fã!!!
    Essa música é um hino, um clássico.
    Obrigado Toto!!!

    • @victoraugustocorinthiano6452
      @victoraugustocorinthiano6452 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Sem dúvidas, parece um hino , que canção linda , eles cantam com a alma ❤

    • @marcomendonca5736
      @marcomendonca5736 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Nunca mais teremos criações inspiradas como essa. Felizes os que viveram esses bons tempos.

  • @jeffcoat1959
    @jeffcoat1959 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

    Best live version of this song on TH-cam.

    • @gilmarcantopostal2112
      @gilmarcantopostal2112 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Concordo totalmente!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

  • @shkyrbty
    @shkyrbty 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Toto continues to amaze! Great to hear a bass solo, esp from David Hungate!!! And coolest moment when Steve opens his wah~~~wah~~~ and the two continue to jam together. The whole performance is really beautiful!!!!! Thank you!!!!

    • @GwcMuso
      @GwcMuso 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      That's Mike Porcaro on Bass (sadly no longer with us).

    • @Dynamo69420
      @Dynamo69420 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thats Mike Porcaro, David Hungate left in 1982, david hungate used a completely different Bassline than Mike Porcaro in this song and didnt do any solos.

  • @pitoraaijmaakers9733
    @pitoraaijmaakers9733 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Nobody talks about the GrooveMeister Himself??? Mike Porcaro... one heck of a session bassist. But what a groove this man has.. his feel! His touch.. his pocket. Holy smoke

  • @DavidG2P
    @DavidG2P ปีที่แล้ว

    Man the drummer gives me the shivers! What kind of groove is this guy putting between the lines there!

  • @johnreilly8672
    @johnreilly8672 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    Love that they dragged Simon Phillips out of the studio to play a live gig. He's amazing!

    • @whaguitars
      @whaguitars 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

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