Brandon wears a jacket that is a clear homage to Cars' "Panorama" album.I was born in 1981 as him, eveything he says makes so much sense to me that makes me cry. My life is deeply connected with the Cars' music,since the beginning.What a band.Thank u Ben,thank you Ric.And thank you Brandon for this touching speech
Safe to say Brandon Flowers delivers ONE OF THE BEST.. if not the BEST EVER Rock and Roll Hall of Fame speech.I love The Cars.. when the first time I heard their music.. just like what Flowers said “You dont forget your first..” Much love from Manila,Philippines and more power to The Cars! 🇵🇭
Lots of The Cars songs are part of my life and memories, now it hurts to hear them since Ric and Ben are not with us plus family members and friends that are gone as well that loved to hear The Cars...
@@humanchannel7825 It was on the tour 'Let's Go' song.They have great songs,i love them,but was disappointed with the Mannequin presence they portrayed.Nothing said between songs.Oh well,was still Alot of women there
Probably the best induction speech I've ever heard. So from the heart and emotional. You can see how much he owes to this band. They were so freaking good.
I'm tearing up listening to it. I feel every word he says. The Cars made me through some of the toughest times when I wanted to give it all up. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Now you understand why he’s such an amazing lyricist! Listen to that speech! It had killers elements all through it! And Yes I love The Cars! I remember when heartbeat city was brand new And when Drive was in constant rotation on the radio! I still to this day think when Ric Ocasek walked above the pool water was simply Magic! Lastly there was no better individual to deliver such an iconic speech than Brandon Flowers! No other band has truly filled the void between then and now other than The Killers! They commence the side b of the soundtrack of our childhood! A tight fit rock n roll band who’s on another dimension compared to the what’s considered mainstream today!
How cool are the Cars? Most winners are inducted by much older artists. These guys are between 60-73 years of age and were inducted by a guy less than half their age who's a current musician. Amazing.
Well said, young man, well said. I saw the Cars, by accident, as the warm up band for Richie Blackmore's Rainbow, at Royal Oak Music Theater in 1978. They left such an impression on me that the Cars became a favorite band as Rainbow became an afterthought. Their sound was so new, so different, so unique, so cool. They defined the New Wave coming.
I saw The Cars open for Bob Seger many, many years ago. They were truly fantastic and almost overshadowed Seger. Thanks to them, that is one of the only concerts I remember who opened for whom. RIP Benjamin and now Ric. Thank you for your brilliance, talent, memories, and the fantastic music you've left behind. I am smiling through my tears. My youngest son is jealous of the music I grew up with and I am very proud that he, too, is a Cars fan.
The Cars sound is unmatched by any other band past or present, truly unique. Thank you for the great music, some of my favorites of all time. Rick and Ben live on.
Like Brandon, The Cars were my first. Cruising over to a friends house in my 69' Volkswagen beetle with my modified Pioneer stereo system in 1979 I was 17 yo and the song "Candy O" came over the air. INSTANTANEOUSLY I was hooked. I am 61 now and I still listen to The Cars almost everyday or at the very least every week. I just can't let the magic of their music go very long without hearing them. Every song has a memory for me during my journey into young adulthood and beyond. RIP Ric Ocasek and Ben Orr. Like the rest of the group I wish Ben could have been there to receive that award. For me Ben Orr IS The Cars and always will be. Very happy for Brandon Flowers being able to be the one to induct The Cars in the Rock and Roll HOF, what an honor! Congratulations to The Cars, millions of us love your music!!!
Brandon is so talented and an awesome front man himself. I really hope Brandon gets the chance to induct New Order into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame whenever they get accepted. That would be so meaningful and plus Brandon's already good friends with Bernard Sumner.
R,I,P Ric, you will be sadly missed! Brandon you gave such an eloquent and funny speech, love the Cars:: love the Killers::great video Cal Vid Thank You!! 🌺
Their debut album was an unexpected and delightful shot in the arm to music back in the late 70's. And they proved to not be one hit wonders with Candy O and Panorama.
I have two memories of the cars..one was my aunt giving me a tape of the cars when she was cleaning out her car in i think 1990 and i had a red stereo with detachable speakers and the song lust for kicks was on that tape and it is still one of my favorite songs. Around the same time my mom bought a mixed tape from a yard sale..one side was fleetwood mac rumours and the other side was a mix of cars songs. We lived in oregon and took a trip to see my moms other sister in california and the whole ride down there we listened to that mix tape and the cars will always remind me of that trip and how i couldnt wait for the fleetwood mac side to finish so i could hear the cars again.. I loved their videos and they always sounded to me like the future..boy was i wrong because now in 2020 nothing sounds as good.
@@stevedavis7451 I assume you're referring to Hot Fuss?! Most Killers fans will tell you Sams Town is better. I love Hot Fuss but Sams Town is one of my favorite albums of all time.
Heartfelt speech. Brandon gushing over The Cars is the same way I feel for The Killers. So happy he got to honor his heroes!
Brandon gets it.
Total class.Wow.
Agree 100%!
Completely true !
What a combination!!! From America 🇺🇸 to the world baby!!!!!!! Couldn’t be any other way! 🤷🏻♂️🇺🇸
Brandon Flowers, the best frontman of this century.
Brandon wears a jacket that is a clear homage to Cars' "Panorama" album.I was born in 1981 as him, eveything he says makes so much sense to me that makes me cry. My life is deeply connected with the Cars' music,since the beginning.What a band.Thank u Ben,thank you Ric.And thank you Brandon for this touching speech
Cannot wait to see The Killers inducted one day!
Safe to say Brandon Flowers delivers ONE OF THE BEST.. if not the BEST EVER Rock and Roll Hall of Fame speech.I love The Cars.. when the first time I heard their music.. just like what Flowers said “You dont forget your first..” Much love from Manila,Philippines and more power to The Cars! 🇵🇭
We need more of this
Love how he dropped "misfit kid" into it.
Brandon Flowers is too precious for this world. I love how excited he looked. If only he knew I feel the same way about The Killers!
When I hear The Killers I feel 16 all over again. They are the only band from the last 30 years that I feel deserve to be enshrined in the HOF.
I LOVE Brandon's emotion here. He is just holding back the tears!!!
Hes nervous and was always nervous when talking in interviews.
R.I.P. Ric Ocasek, musical genius, dang, gone too soon
Aw, RIH Ric Ocazek 🙏😎💖
He truly was a genius of illustrious musical talent!
🤍
MiaSqueaky never ever die they live on forever. Benjamin’s spirit does and Ric’s. They live on period not just through music
MiaSqueaky, see my comment above. Ric was talented but a pretty unimpressive person often.
everyone must have a memory connected to a song by the cars. what a gift.
To me it was almost every song.
I know I do
In 1984 You might think instantly became my favorite song.
Which song and which memory. More with them than any other group. Hands down.
Lots of The Cars songs are part of my life and memories, now it hurts to hear them since Ric and Ben are not with us plus family members and friends that are gone as well that loved to hear The Cars...
The Cars finally being inducted is Just What I Needed 💙
It's a reaction to lo-oh-oh-oh-ove.
What kills me is Joan Jett got in before The Cars.
It's disgraceful they took so long to do it. I wish Benji could have been alive to be a part of it.
It's disgraceful they took so long to do it. I wish Benji could have been alive to be a part of it.
Brandon Flowers is a class act. The Cars are one of the greatest bands of all time
Loved the Cars music,but they were horrible when i saw them Live.It was like watching Mannequins on stage,listening to a stereo.
@@johnrwalker53 when did you see them live
@@humanchannel7825 It was on the tour 'Let's Go' song.They have great songs,i love them,but was disappointed with the Mannequin presence they portrayed.Nothing said between songs.Oh well,was still Alot of women there
RIP Ric Ocasek....another great musician has left us😢
Good choice in Brandon Flowers to induct them. Great speech!
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I agree
Best induction I’ve ever heard. Stunningly articulate!
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He’s a gifted lyricist, he knows how to work with words!
This guy got very good taste! I’ve seen him paying homage to Pet Shop Boys and now The Cars. Love you Brandon! And RIP Ric Ocasek!
I watch the Its All Mixed Up Video often. The smile on Ben Orr’s face at the end is beautiful.
👌👌🇸🇮
Probably the best induction speech I've ever heard. So from the heart and emotional. You can see how much he owes to this band. They were so freaking good.
I'm tearing up listening to it. I feel every word he says. The Cars made me through some of the toughest times when I wanted to give it all up. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Amen
Rest in Peace, Ric Ocasek. You shaped the soundtrack of my life and I will miss your music.
don't forget Ben Orr.
I agree
This was long overdue, and Flowers' enthusiasm has me beaming like Ric Ocasek.
The Cars are so unique and so cool. So glad they finally made it. RIP Benjamin Orr.
RIP Mr. Ric Ocasek.
I agree
“Drive” had me crying uncontrollably at Live Aid. Fitting that a fan, Brandon, should pay tribute.
Drive is a classic.
Now you understand why he’s such an amazing lyricist! Listen to that speech! It had killers elements all through it! And Yes I love The Cars! I remember when heartbeat city was brand new And when Drive was in constant rotation on the radio! I still to this day think when Ric Ocasek walked above the pool water was simply Magic! Lastly there was no better individual to deliver such an iconic speech than Brandon Flowers! No other band has truly filled the void between then and now other than The Killers! They commence the side b of the soundtrack of our childhood! A tight fit rock n roll band who’s on another dimension compared to the what’s considered mainstream today!
Brandon and The Cars. This is music history.
You can tell he's a true fan. And thats so awesome 😊
Brandon 's induction speech was superb.
A wonderful speech, from the heart, for a great band. RIP Ric
I am very sad tonight. Ric has left us. I know he and Ben are jamming together in heaven.
Ric Ocasek died on September 15th 2019 and you posted your message back in 2020.
The Cars rocks! I wish Benjamin Orr was there!
Don't worry. He was.
я тоже, он заслуживает внимания! 🇸🇮🇸🇮🇸🇮2023г.
Several years ago I saw Brandon Flowers interviewed. He was asked what band he wishes he could have seen live. His answer: The Cars.
He's always mentioned the Cars. This is so fitting
Really genuine and heartfelt speech. He did a great job honouring a legendary band!
Damn that was a great heartfelt speech. Since Ben and then Rick were gone, things will never be the same 😢
2023Г.🙏😢🇸🇮🇸🇮🇸🇮
How cool are the Cars? Most winners are inducted by much older artists. These guys are between 60-73 years of age and were inducted by a guy less than half their age who's a current musician. Amazing.
Lucky Brandon
Well said, young man, well said. I saw the Cars, by accident, as the warm up band for Richie Blackmore's Rainbow, at Royal Oak Music Theater in 1978. They left such an impression on me that the Cars became a favorite band as Rainbow became an afterthought. Their sound was so new, so different, so unique, so cool. They defined the New Wave coming.
I saw The Cars open for Bob Seger many, many years ago. They were truly fantastic and almost overshadowed Seger. Thanks to them, that is one of the only concerts I remember who opened for whom. RIP Benjamin and now Ric. Thank you for your brilliance, talent, memories, and the fantastic music you've left behind. I am smiling through my tears. My youngest son is jealous of the music I grew up with and I am very proud that he, too, is a Cars fan.
You are literally a good Parent.
Finally! A truly iconic band that has undeniably earned its place in rock history.
RIP Ric Ocasek, you were a true original, and The Cars were one of the greatest bands of all time!
The Cars sound is unmatched by any other band past or present, truly unique. Thank you for the great music, some of my favorites of all time. Rick and Ben live on.
What a touching speech. Congrats Cars!
The Cars were amazing. Elliot Easton most underrated guitar players, and Benjamin Orr!
Like Brandon, The Cars were my first. Cruising over to a friends house in my 69' Volkswagen beetle with my modified Pioneer stereo system in 1979 I was 17 yo and the song "Candy O" came over the air. INSTANTANEOUSLY I was hooked. I am 61 now and I still listen to The Cars almost everyday or at the very least every week. I just can't let the magic of their music go very long without hearing them. Every song has a memory for me during my journey into young adulthood and beyond. RIP Ric Ocasek and Ben Orr. Like the rest of the group I wish Ben could have been there to receive that award. For me Ben Orr IS The Cars and always will be. Very happy for Brandon Flowers being able to be the one to induct The Cars in the Rock and Roll HOF, what an honor! Congratulations to The Cars, millions of us love your music!!!
Legends. The Cars. Their music evoke strong emotions, a strange kind of melancholic joy. Love their music!
RIP Ben Orr and Ric Ocasek. Two of the greatest gifts music ever gave us. You are truly missed.
This is both great and sad. Ric had the band, the best friend, and the girl and lost them all and here he is with them (and Ben's images).
Oh heartbeat city here we go. The cars, the best. R.I.P. Benjamin Orr and Ric Ocasek
Oh my beautiful Brandon!
Brandon is so talented and an awesome front man himself. I really hope Brandon gets the chance to induct New Order into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame whenever they get accepted. That would be so meaningful and plus Brandon's already good friends with Bernard Sumner.
I hope Benjamin Orr saw this from heaven❣️ 🤩. RIP Ric & Ben 😘
*'Just what I need' is the time machine back to the 80's!!!*
🙏🏽😭
I wore the first Cars album out!!!. One of the best albums ever🙂
Loved the Cars since 1978 thank you.
Me too!
@@LordKenebutch Me three!
I wore out the grooves on my The Cars album 15 years before Brandon Flowers ever heard of them, but I dig The Killers too.
Geo B are you trying to brag or something?
@@leanmeangreenbeanmachine3347 Mmm, something.
Awesome speech 100% agree with everything he said I have loved the Cars since the late 70's great band worthy of Hall of fame
The Cars were one of the top New Wave band and should have been included in the R&R Hall of Fame 25 years ago.
Wow, what an extraordinary induction speech !
R,I,P Ric, you will be sadly missed! Brandon you gave such an eloquent and funny speech, love the Cars:: love the Killers::great video Cal Vid Thank You!! 🌺
I love brandon flowers!!!!!!!
Such a wonderful introduction to their induction. So deserving.
I honor this young artist. This is a great induction speech. Thank you.
R.I.P. Ben & Ric, back together playing music for eternity 🎸💔
So proud of my baby Brandon!!
That is GREAT speech!!
Hellooo someone in July 2021?
I'm 51 years and have 13 years when I meet THE CARS music... UNTIL TODAY...
Just what I need it
One of the GREATEST BANDS!!!!
Brilliant induction, well done Brandon!!
So cool. great band inducted by a Stud!
What a lovely tribute, and every word absolutely true.
he’s so excited
what a speech ! awesome !
Brandon is so freakin gorgeous 😍
Job well done Brandon! We all thank you!!!
I always thought Brandon sounded like the cars. This makes so much sense now
Ben Daniels when I first head the killers I knew that they were inspired by the cars
Descansa en PAZ RIC..tu musica siempre estara presente
So glad the band had this night. Thank you Brandon. You made them all happy. Miss you, Ric. Since you've been gone... travel well Ric.
about f.....g time..good speech brandon
This speech is perfect, heartfelt and genuine.
That was awesome the cars and the killers have made some of the best music in the last 30 years 💕
That was beautiful and genuine like the man and entertainer
I remember the first time I heard “You’re all I’ve got tonight”…amazing
RIP Ric. Will always love the music you made. Thanks for the great music over the years.
Greatest frontman the Famous Guy from Las Vegas Brandon Flowers from the Killers
Their debut album was an unexpected and delightful shot in the arm to music back in the late 70's. And they proved to not be one hit wonders with Candy O and Panorama.
Still soooo shy! What a precious human being
R.I.P. Ric & Benjamin!!
Tears... sure wish Ben would of been around for this.
я тоже. ОН ЭТОГО ЗАСЛУЖИВАЕТ! 😢
I still love the music of 'The Cars' March 13, 2024
Nice speech!!
I have two memories of the cars..one was my aunt giving me a tape of the cars when she was cleaning out her car in i think 1990 and i had a red stereo with detachable speakers and the song lust for kicks was on that tape and it is still one of my favorite songs.
Around the same time my mom bought a mixed tape from a yard sale..one side was fleetwood mac rumours and the other side was a mix of cars songs. We lived in oregon and took a trip to see my moms other sister in california and the whole ride down there we listened to that mix tape and the cars will always remind me of that trip and how i couldnt wait for the fleetwood mac side to finish so i could hear the cars again..
I loved their videos and they always sounded to me like the future..boy was i wrong because now in 2020 nothing sounds as good.
never ever die they live on forever. Benjamin’s spirit does and Ric’s. They live on period not just through music
I want him to read me to sleep 😍😍😍
Ric and Ben making magic once again. Rip 💔
What a great tribute. Cheers to The Cars and The Killers.
Rest In Peace Ric Ocasek 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🌹🙌🏼 LEGEND 🙌🏼
The Killers will make it to the Hall of Fame also
That was beautiful. Brandon comes off as such a nice dude.
awesome the cars 👏👏👏👏🖒🖒🖒🖒 I love their music long live 80s!!!!
I hope the killers should be inducted into the Rock and roll Hall of Fame
The Killers is a great band...but for them to be included in the Hall of Fame they still need many years.
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Robbsön S - 101 It’s normally like for 25 years and up to be in Rock and roll hall of fame
Why??? They had one good album
@@stevedavis7451 I assume you're referring to Hot Fuss?! Most Killers fans will tell you Sams Town is better. I love Hot Fuss but Sams Town is one of my favorite albums of all time.
Meresidisimo!Benjamin orr hasta el cielo esto también es para ti.
Así es ,El salón de la fama del Rock and roll ya les debía a ellos este reconocimiento, pero se hizo justicia
Así es. Fue un extraordinario cantante y músico, insignia de The Cars!
After Ben... now Ric....r.i.p... but the cars songs still on my might...
Peace from Malaya fans..
It was so good to see Benjamin’s son there to celebrate his father’s accomplishments.
So proud of my baby Benjamin 😘😘😘😎