Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo: Rock's Romeo & Juliet

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  • She was a singer from Long Island, inspired by Liza Minnelli and coated in spandex; he was a guitarist from Cleveland. Together they are one of rock's most enduring couples, who have sold 36 million albums, recorded 15 Top 40 hits, and won four consecutive Grammys. Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo talk with correspondent Jim Axelrod about their creative partnership, their 40-year-marriage, and their latest collaboration: the upcoming stage musical, "Invincible," a reimagining of "Romeo & Juliet" featuring their iconic rock songs.
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  • @silviorenzulli3730
    @silviorenzulli3730 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1878

    She deserves to be in the rock n roll fame more than a lot people who made it in.

    • @CydnotCharrise1
      @CydnotCharrise1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +111

      Oh like MADONNA ( WTF?????? ) and a number of RAP artists? what do any of them have to do with rock and roll? NOTHING. The "Rock and Roll" Hall of Fame has NO credibility with rockers. NONE.

    • @staberdearth3130
      @staberdearth3130 2 ปีที่แล้ว +44

      @@CydnotCharrise1 My family and I were traveling through the Cleveland area on the way to Cedar Point and we stopped at the RRHOF and the NFL HOF in Canton, OH. It was unanimous, the NFL HOF had really deserving players. The RRHOF? Too many choices based on “the political”. As with you, what does Rap and other outside of Rock and Roll genres have to do with Rock and Roll, save for the early formative years of influences by, for example, blues artists.
      It took them YEARS to recognize the genius that is RUSH and they still seem to dis that same genius in Jethro Tull.

    • @spooky3120
      @spooky3120 2 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      I saw whats in there. A LOT of them really don't belong.

    • @pierret8954
      @pierret8954 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      @@CydnotCharrise1 Politics...

    • @evensteve284
      @evensteve284 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      The RRHF is sooooo political.

  • @Amycballad
    @Amycballad 2 ปีที่แล้ว +920

    Pat Benatar looks amazing. She's gorgeous with the gray hair, and Neil too. As an old timer who grew up listening to her as a teenager, it was so heartening to watch this interview. The two of them are a fantastic couple

    • @Monster_Mover_Stocks
      @Monster_Mover_Stocks 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      She's all wrinkles at 68. Get your eyes checked grandma.

    • @tjwash5118
      @tjwash5118 2 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      I grew up listening to her as a teenager. Who are you calling an old timer! 😆

    • @southbend3406
      @southbend3406 2 ปีที่แล้ว +44

      @@Monster_Mover_Stocks Troll

    • @uzzymuzzy4312
      @uzzymuzzy4312 2 ปีที่แล้ว +50

      @@Monster_Mover_Stocks what do u want at 68? If she‘d done plastic surgery, you‘d be complaining. What’s your point? it‘s called aging.

    • @Monster_Mover_Stocks
      @Monster_Mover_Stocks 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@uzzymuzzy4312 It's called "accelerated" aging.

  • @RidgeDogRoxx
    @RidgeDogRoxx 2 ปีที่แล้ว +140

    Two of the most down-to-earth people in music. Love them both!

    • @diamondeye75
      @diamondeye75 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      They're so cute together on stage too. He always refers to her as her full name "Patricia" which I thought was so charming because she's this badass rocker but she softens it for him

  • @michaelrains2268
    @michaelrains2268 2 ปีที่แล้ว +94

    All these years later, her voice still gives me goosebumps.

  • @luisleal8683
    @luisleal8683 2 ปีที่แล้ว +522

    She was a trained opera singer in theater school where she owned those high octave notes in her vocal career. She took her voice to another level. Most overlooked and underrated female artist that women should model in today's music industry

    • @hnybee113
      @hnybee113 2 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      As a trained opera singer who grew up on her music. My siblings always let me know that she had studied classical voice. Why her voice has continued to be sooo strong. HER CLASSICAL TRAINING. She is such an inspiration.

    • @everready19373
      @everready19373 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      Overlooked and underrated? Are you serious? She was everywhere in the late 70's and 80's.

    • @lynnelwebb8859
      @lynnelwebb8859 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@hnybee113 😁

    • @GOLDENFLYWARRIOR
      @GOLDENFLYWARRIOR 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      @@everready19373 Benatar was overlooked and underrated in what was a dominated man's business. The couple should have been recognized decades ago in Rock N'Roll Hall of Fame. Very deserving and long past due. What a voice and amazing songs. Love her still.

    • @iwasanangryyoungman
      @iwasanangryyoungman 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      No wonder she can successfully nail Kate Bush's Wuthering Heights - after lesser talents botch it thoroughly

  • @morganr4426
    @morganr4426 2 ปีที่แล้ว +701

    Even in her older years, she is absolutely GORGEOUS! She is KILLING IT with that grey blunt bob! One of my favorite voices in music! She's an absolute POWERHOUSE! ❤️❤️❤️

  • @naturalmax8474
    @naturalmax8474 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +29

    i thank them both for being a part of my life!!!Rock On!

  • @markjohnson3366
    @markjohnson3366 2 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    Easily one of the greatest female vocalist of all time. Welcome to the Hall of Fame Pat and Neil!!!

  • @janekreger5749
    @janekreger5749 2 ปีที่แล้ว +455

    I had the wonderful opportunity to know her personally in Richmond during her bank teller days. She sang with a group called Coxons Army in a club named Sam Miller’s in Richmond’s historic Shockoe Slip. I was a college student at VCU. A group of us saw her 6 nights a week followed by going out to breakfast. She was a real delight. I have heard that she remembers us. I remember so well those times and her singing Brother Loves Traveling Salvation Show. It was one of the most fun times in my life. I always knew she would be successful

    • @eightiesmusic1984
      @eightiesmusic1984 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      Lovely recollection. Greetings from a UK fan of Pat Benatar since the mid eighties. I am also a fan of John Waite who is due to work with Neil Giraldo on new material and produced Waite's first solo album Ignition in 1982. 'Change' was on heavy rotation on MTV when it began.

    • @lyfechoice3553
      @lyfechoice3553 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      That's fun.

    • @jennyblairmcd
      @jennyblairmcd 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Such a great story!

    • @jennyblairmcd
      @jennyblairmcd 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Such a great story!

    • @openyoureyes3969
      @openyoureyes3969 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Thanks for Sharing! My little girls rock out to Pat all the time!

  • @oswa2702
    @oswa2702 2 ปีที่แล้ว +426

    They don't need that rock and roll hall of Fame, they are icons!

    • @carlwilliams6977
      @carlwilliams6977 2 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      It actually diminishes The credibility of the Hall of Fame, not them! It must be political. I'd love to know the reason! It's as if Merrill Streep hadn't won an academy award by now!

    • @search4truth104
      @search4truth104 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      The R&R hall of fame is a joke, looks at some of the names in and some that aren't. They should totally blow them off when they are inducted.

    • @carlwilliams6977
      @carlwilliams6977 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Once again, why is it a "joke"? Political, incompetence?

    • @johnmills2678
      @johnmills2678 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Exactly! The Hall is invalid.

    • @robertkerr9527
      @robertkerr9527 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      The U.N. of Rock music. Such a powerful symbol but they don't really do anything.

  • @prestonlard7687
    @prestonlard7687 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    She is in my hall of fame and I had no idea her husband was so inspirational in her career. She is number one in my mind.

  • @joannerosel7523
    @joannerosel7523 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    An 80’s icon. And she’s still so amazing and relevant. What a legacy

    • @nanszoo3092
      @nanszoo3092 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Together, they gave those of us who came of age in the late 70s the words that would lead to the empowerment we have passed down to our daughters and the understanding that we have passed down to our sons.

  • @troyjohnson462
    @troyjohnson462 2 ปีที่แล้ว +381

    Pat seems like such a genuine person, grounded, humble and over all nice. Neil and Pat make a great couple!!

    • @poet7158
      @poet7158 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Neal went after a married woman I wouldnt call him honerable

    • @johnhamilton2588
      @johnhamilton2588 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      @@poet7158 Pat had been long since divorced when their romance began.

    • @johnhamilton2588
      @johnhamilton2588 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Yes, genuine and humble, but definitely not a pushover. She is one of my all-time favorites.

    • @SmartRobot-wc2fb
      @SmartRobot-wc2fb 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Hey people! What they both did before doesn't matter! We all have done mistakes and aren't flawless! In a world of increasing division and hatred, it's always nice to see there are people out there that still are believing in and taking love to another level!

    • @robkennedy9023
      @robkennedy9023 ปีที่แล้ว

      Seen a number of musicians they've worked with (especially Roger Capps) say the exact same thing.

  • @steverdms
    @steverdms 2 ปีที่แล้ว +603

    Love her. It's crazy to think she isn't in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

    • @yecart5691
      @yecart5691 2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      She's not? Wow! That is crazy!

    • @kwebster62
      @kwebster62 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Especially considering almost everyone gets in eventually.

    • @rustyshackelford1483
      @rustyshackelford1483 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @@sherylchapman4168 ...Is that why so many rap artists are in?

    • @rustyshackelford1483
      @rustyshackelford1483 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@sherylchapman4168 ...I see you edited your comment after my response, how disingenuous.

    • @sharonlatour6230
      @sharonlatour6230 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yeah, TRARHOF has no tastes!!

  • @jpallen719
    @jpallen719 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I was obsessed with this woman’s music since 78 and 79, it’s hard to describe how much of part of life these songs has the earmark times in our life that we’re good and bad….what a great couple great music thank God I was a teenager in the 80s.

  • @jonathandunn6747
    @jonathandunn6747 2 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Big Congratulations to Pat and Neil. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame finally got it right. I am pleased all my fan votes were recognized this time. Can't wait to see the ceremony. It's a great group this year.

  • @susanbr7623
    @susanbr7623 2 ปีที่แล้ว +132

    My first ever concert was Pat Benetar with my brother who has now passed away. First beer spilled on me. I think I was 15. I will always love her! I’m 53 now. Great memories! Miss my big brother.

    • @eyeheartsushi2212
      @eyeheartsushi2212 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      My condolences

    • @ladyomusuku6418
      @ladyomusuku6418 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Keep Those fun memories alive it will keep a smile on your face when thinking about your fun big brother

    • @priskilla5444
      @priskilla5444 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      How wonderful to have such memories of your brother. You are truly blessed.

    • @janicechildress2952
      @janicechildress2952 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Special memories, we could feel the love all over Lady Benetar's Strong Stage. Who knew family guitarist and writer? Maybe a poetic lyric with your flare would help accompany the angels with your dear brother! Hanging an ornament for our music memories for ya now! Peaceful joys this holiday season for ALL Pat's fans all over the world 🌎💒🕎🎄

    • @claudiaporter4269
      @claudiaporter4269 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      You were so lucky. I am so sorry about your brother. I have been there and it is very hard. Prayers for you hurt.

  • @reneriley8132
    @reneriley8132 2 ปีที่แล้ว +160

    “ why’s that she’s not on the RNRHOF??” because she’s no one’s puppet , she doesn’t need a decrepit magazine and their minions to acknowledge what WE already know, she is a legit RNR Icon!!!
    Keep on rocking Pat and Neil!!!

    • @donnajones1603
      @donnajones1603 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      What's so compelling & ironic about her attitude considering her accomplishments, talent, & absolute right to have been inducted long ago .....is so laughingly on display RIGHT NOW with the current inductees.... specifically Todd Rundgren's refusal to show up or acknowledge his induction..... uhrah Todd good for you.... What a disappointment to see Paul induct ff & DC induct jz ..... best part was video of Todd "refusing to serve if elected" from 2017 Berkeley commencement speech...

    • @janicechildress2952
      @janicechildress2952 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You too rock R. Riley, poet! (Middle school name too)💜the honesty🎹Happy Holidays too all who paved the road towards recording independence 🎄🎅🌍☮️

    • @janicechildress2952
      @janicechildress2952 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Enjoyed on HBO, but yeh, a bit mainstream. The young people Do need introductions to the creative golden rock era. SXSW and ACL helps musicians monetize and navigate so much to know now! ☘️🎹Faith & Perseverance inspired by ROCKESS BENETAR this holiday season🎄🎅🌍☮️

  • @MyJc1967
    @MyJc1967 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Pat Benatar has one of the most amazing voices I’ve ever heard in concert and her range was amazing. To see how much love they have for each other is truly inspiring and amazing

  • @rogerborroel4707
    @rogerborroel4707 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Of course, I remembered all her hits of the 80s, but time went on and I forgot about her and her hits. But after watching this clip, it is good to know that she and her husband are doing just fine and are down to earth people! I like them!

  • @hopeclayburnsax9369
    @hopeclayburnsax9369 2 ปีที่แล้ว +439

    I love her even more now and knowing that she and Neil pushed for their place in the industry together and took no crap makes it such a great story.

    • @Luvthesky
      @Luvthesky 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      AXS TV'S The Big Interview w/ Dan Rather did a FANTASTIC interview with them.

    • @johnpopoff7950
      @johnpopoff7950 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Stay true to yourself and respect yourself this is the end result. God bless them.

    • @fhuerta5660
      @fhuerta5660 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      That’s why they were basically black balled because they weren’t boot lickers.

  • @timtonner946
    @timtonner946 2 ปีที่แล้ว +126

    What a great couple.
    My buddy, a concierge in Boston, became friends with them after staying at his hotel.
    He told me how down to earth, friendly, and genuinely nice people they are.
    It's always great to see a couple go the distance...
    👍

  • @eljay6578
    @eljay6578 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    So very awesome to see Pat and Neil still rocking it after all of these years! And Pat…you rock that silver hair, love it!

  • @deborahmaupin5092
    @deborahmaupin5092 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    She is a dynamo and he is an amazing guitarist and songwriter..... and together they are MAGIC! They deserve to be in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame for DAMN sure..... LOVE THEM ❤️💞❤️

  • @pamelamays4186
    @pamelamays4186 2 ปีที่แล้ว +168

    Love how she's rocking her gray hair.
    She is Neil's love and muse.

    • @ladyomusuku6418
      @ladyomusuku6418 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      She makes me want to go ahead and rock my gray hair versus what I’m doing currently

    • @ladyomusuku6418
      @ladyomusuku6418 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Samuel M. I have seen plenty of ladies my age and younger that are rocking their natural gray locks and I have to tell you I am never sure of the age. Of course relatively speaking, each individual has their own perception of what aging gracefully looks like. Everyone's visual perception of anything is a subjective perception. The matter of how old a personal actually looks versus how old they actually ARE is also around the same subject matter. So if she happened to be 76y/o vs 67y/o then tell me whose opinion of her is to be accepted as aging gracefully just because her hair color is gray. Unless people are solely going on the amount of Aging in relation to their facial creases, rumples and grooves in their skin.

    • @amybeacham4059
      @amybeacham4059 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ladyomusuku6418 I agree completely-she looks amazing! I don’t have the balls she does, so I’m still covering my greys! It is tempting tho 🤣

  • @jackiebarnes5117
    @jackiebarnes5117 2 ปีที่แล้ว +248

    Pat Benatar was a badass female rocker back in the 80’s and she still is today. She doesn’t need a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction on her resume. She’s still so badass that she can rock natural gray hair color too and still look fabulous! You go girl - you and you’re awesome hubby have my respect! 🤘🏻❤️

    • @acooksla
      @acooksla 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      She clearly has had a lot of face work done

    • @helenhamilton9561
      @helenhamilton9561 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      And That's Bloody Truth!! I Have Loved Their Music Since I Was In My Teens Now I Am In My Late 50's .
      Their Music Is Still Relevant, and I Still Love The Music.👍👍💜💜

    • @tdsims1963
      @tdsims1963 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@acooksla Yeah, but she looks great!

    • @scray00
      @scray00 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@tdsims1963 I agree. What work she’s had done is very well done and not overdone so she looks like a clown.

    • @danhensley1629
      @danhensley1629 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Well said!

  • @ITSFUNZ
    @ITSFUNZ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Neil and Pat are in the Rock&Roll Hall of Fame in our Hearts !!! Where it really Counts

  • @LadyLeo15
    @LadyLeo15 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    She totally deserves to be in the Rock n Roll hall of Fame!

  • @MAS4JI
    @MAS4JI 2 ปีที่แล้ว +204

    Their story is simply incredible and ultra-rare . . . and they're *still* together. Phenomenal. Both were great looking and are aging gracefully-together.

  • @mikep1085
    @mikep1085 2 ปีที่แล้ว +73

    Easily one of the best female rock voices EVER! Her vocal range is unmatched.

    • @darkladychuckles3770
      @darkladychuckles3770 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      One of the best rock voices ever! She took gender out of the equation a long time ago! Class act to boot. She's got it all in spades.

  • @m.canida96
    @m.canida96 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Pat Benatar and Neil Geraldo are one UNSTOPPABLE DUO !!! Their music is a road map to my teen age years and still to now in my 50’s !! She is so deserving of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Shame on those who haven’t put her in!! She will always be in my personal hall of fame forever !! 🤘🤘💋

  • @barbaravyse660
    @barbaravyse660 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I’ve been a fan since I was a teenager. So happy Neil and Pat are together after all these years.

  • @the60skid48
    @the60skid48 2 ปีที่แล้ว +201

    “You Better Run" was the SECOND video to air on MTV. That’s something too. Oh I miss those days. Pat and Neil are the BEST ❤️

    • @dennis300cr
      @dennis300cr 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I remembered this MTV fact about Pat Benatar and was about to post it from Wikipedia but saw you already did! Truly helped launch their career into orbit!

    • @efren7592
      @efren7592 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      This is a GREAT bar trivia question.
      “What was the first song ever played on MTV?”
      Everyone: “Video Killed the Radio Star.”
      “What was second?”
      *silence*
      Neil was the first guitarist shown on MTV!

    • @the60skid48
      @the60skid48 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@efren7592 Yes, All those other Rock bands and artist they could have picked, Oueen, Kiss, etc. but they chose Pat❤️. Rod Stewart followed her at #3. That says alot. Pat RULES.

    • @jsetennis9224
      @jsetennis9224 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I would stay up all night watching my MTV, I definitely miss those days too.

    • @AnnNunnally
      @AnnNunnally 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      She had great videos.

  • @fromn.y.top.r.5889
    @fromn.y.top.r.5889 2 ปีที่แล้ว +327

    Now she is: "a real tough cookie with a long history." What an amazing and talented couple. They are legends!

    • @nightshade9977
      @nightshade9977 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Couldn't have said it better!

    • @TheNorma
      @TheNorma 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Funny use of the lyric

  • @MichelKulmann
    @MichelKulmann 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I want more. Their stories are so good listening to.
    Pat should definitely be in the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame indeed.

  • @michaellowe17
    @michaellowe17 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    They are both ridiculously talented individually, and together are without peer. Neil is the the most under rated musician in rock. I love them to pieces.

  • @Beafree
    @Beafree 2 ปีที่แล้ว +73

    As a child of the 80s she seemed so powerful. I've always loved her music. And what an inspiration, not an ounce of plastic in her face. She is aging beautifully.

    • @ladyomusuku6418
      @ladyomusuku6418 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      100% agreed. Thanks for the comment!

  • @kristinecampbell5585
    @kristinecampbell5585 2 ปีที่แล้ว +218

    She taught me how to stand up for myself as a young woman, through her songs and actions. What a great inspiration this couple has always been.

    • @marysauder1383
      @marysauder1383 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      That's right, she told us we don't have to take any crap! Thanks Pat, love you.You look fantastic!

    • @mr.smithgnrsmith7808
      @mr.smithgnrsmith7808 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      And why wouldn’t you be able to stand up for yourself?! Let me guess….because you’re a weak minded person who needs to be told their something instead of just being it…bs victim mentality

    • @kristinecampbell5585
      @kristinecampbell5585 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@mr.smithgnrsmith7808 troll much? Find someone else to try to gaslight. Good day.

    • @surfsup5757
      @surfsup5757 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      She packed a whole lotta attitude in such a small frame. Her band were the perfect foil for her sassiness and it reeled us all in.

    • @therinchilnsford777
      @therinchilnsford777 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I really hope you are joking.

  • @rickindenver
    @rickindenver 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Didn’t think I could love them more…and they are FINALLY going into the Hall of Fame. Bravo

  • @lahicks9773
    @lahicks9773 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I am completely offended that Pat and Neil are not in the rock and roll hall of fame. They are a staple to rock n roll. Thank you for your contribution to music. Love and blessings ❤

  • @CosmicChild1111
    @CosmicChild1111 2 ปีที่แล้ว +86

    Her voice still gives me goosebumps after all these years✨

    • @sunii4264
      @sunii4264 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Intro to, "Love is a Battlefield," is still my jam. Moving from the 1st Whoa.

    • @kenb8859
      @kenb8859 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@sunii4264 “We Live for Love” for me.

  • @Local1Laborer
    @Local1Laborer 2 ปีที่แล้ว +216

    Both have really taken care of themselves. They look and sound great 40 years after!

    • @jenniferrae6646
      @jenniferrae6646 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @Baby Hunn and you are, who??????? Thought so, nobody! 👍🤣😂

    • @moiramccleary2413
      @moiramccleary2413 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @Baby Hunn Saw her two years ago in Folsom and she sounded just as good as she did when I saw her about 35 years ago in LA. You’ll be her age some day and see if you can still do or look the way you did 35 years ago. You’re just a negative person

    • @Local1Laborer
      @Local1Laborer 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Baby Hunn Kate Bush? 1 hit wonder? lol

    • @ubomninomen7765
      @ubomninomen7765 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, amazing that they have the motor and stamina to perform at their age. I'm 10 years younger. When I thought about attending their show recently, I realized that I didn't really have the stamina to sit through a 2+ hour rock performance.😂

    • @acooksla
      @acooksla 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Took care of themselves ? Maybe, more like a excellent cosmetic surgery

  • @davefordavefor
    @davefordavefor 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    What a phenomenally wonderful story. Both of them should be in the Hall of Fame because of their tremendous works.

  • @gregcook4849
    @gregcook4849 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    She was the first concert I ever went to...she sounded just like her records live. The best female rocker of all time.

  • @tripzville7569
    @tripzville7569 2 ปีที่แล้ว +117

    What a beautiful partnership on so many levels.

  • @james-he7xv
    @james-he7xv 2 ปีที่แล้ว +70

    One of the most underrated guitarist and producers of all time, if you’re a guitarist or producer you know.

    • @miketan3398
      @miketan3398 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Totally agree. One of the tastier guitar players of his time, with great speed and technique...he could rock it.

    • @kilgh
      @kilgh 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      He's the reason why I picked up a guitar in the first place. 25 years later he was gracious enough to sign one of my guitars.

    • @miketan3398
      @miketan3398 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Kilgh Must have been great to meet your musical inspiration.

    • @kilgh
      @kilgh 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@miketan3398 Yes. It was a very, very lucky coincidence that got me that opportunity. But, was awesome.

    • @lexyswope
      @lexyswope 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      He was known as 'spider'.

  • @elizabethjones7735
    @elizabethjones7735 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    A great couple of rockers!! I get to see them again soon on July 15th in Toledo Ohio. My 5th time seeing them live!! How many grandparents can boast they are still rocking and rolling onstage so many years after they began? Congratulations Pat and Neil on 40 plus years together!!

  • @DebbieDooo
    @DebbieDooo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Pat literally and lyrically helped me get through some awful, tumultuous teenage years back in the early 80’s. I would pop her vinyl album onto my turntable, put the headphones on, and crank up the volume to disappear into another realm for a while. My late husband and I saw them live in Ft Wayne, IN years ago and it was magical for me! Keep the music coming, Pat & Neil !!

  • @katjames7601
    @katjames7601 2 ปีที่แล้ว +149

    I was in fifth grade when my friend put "Hit Me with Your Best Shot" on her record player. Pat Benatar is one of the voices of my youth. She epitomizes what rock is.

    • @raphaelchampagne6163
      @raphaelchampagne6163 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I remember seeing Her play @ "old man rivers " on the west bank of New Orleans. In the late 70's. The beginning of a Star🎶🎸

    • @katjames7601
      @katjames7601 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@raphaelchampagne6163 very cool! I was only in fourth grade when the 70s ended. I didn't go to my first concert for years and years after that.

  • @roberttaylor3142
    @roberttaylor3142 2 ปีที่แล้ว +101

    Pat and Neil comforted, healed, revitalized and saved me with their music in ways that I can never express. Thank you for being you and for creating such incredible music.

  • @bobgil3464
    @bobgil3464 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Saw Pat and Neil playing at Universal in Orlando the day my sister died. Neil pitched a guitar pick towards me but I dropped it and the guy beside me grabbed it. I guess you can't miss what you never had. Great down to earth people.

  • @tammywilmot9162
    @tammywilmot9162 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Pat Benatar was one of the best female pioneers in the music industry in the late '70's and 80's. She inspired so many women and wow! how she rocked! She has a great voice, great on-stage presence and a talented and loyal husband beside her. 40 years together and that's inspiring too. I wish her luck on her new Broadway venture. I have a feeling she'll come out on top. You can't help but love her!

  • @artismyheart4886
    @artismyheart4886 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Can we just talk about how gorgeous she is rocking her natural silver/ grey hair?! Stunning!

  • @D-MARIE77
    @D-MARIE77 2 ปีที่แล้ว +155

    Pat and Neil are a Powerhouse. I was in high school when I first heard their music and love it ever since.

  • @rosesrred1965
    @rosesrred1965 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Just saw them again after 30 odd years, they both still have it, gave me chills ❤🧡🩷

  • @groothewanderer3710
    @groothewanderer3710 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I love her music! I've been listening to her music since I was teen in the 80's. She is an original one of a kind, just like Bowie, Prince, and more. She should have been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame a long time ago! Mic drop!

  • @melenak2
    @melenak2 2 ปีที่แล้ว +77

    She’s still the best and I still love her music this day. My sister and I grew up on every song she sang. Doesn’t matter if she’s not in that silly Rock n Roll Hall of Fame. She’s still the boss and her music made us feel like we were invincible.

  • @CasperLCat
    @CasperLCat 2 ปีที่แล้ว +64

    So happy for Pat, that she’s happy, healthy, and still in love with a great guy. From all that I’ve heard about her, she deserves it.

  • @therealgaragegirls
    @therealgaragegirls 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I have been a Pat Benatar fan for as long as I can remember, and have seen her perform live a couple of times. ❤️

  • @bochiecole
    @bochiecole ปีที่แล้ว +6

    That is totally unbelievable they are not in the rocknroll hall of fame. Their music is so nostalgic for me it me tear up!

    • @HellsGayngel
      @HellsGayngel 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      In between this video being published and your comment she was inducted into the RnR Hall of Fame.

  • @tigergreg8
    @tigergreg8 2 ปีที่แล้ว +73

    I never knew anything about her personal life, but after hearing this, I now realize why I really like this woman. LOVED her music in the day, such a strong beautiful voice.
    She looks awesome, and why not, she's not like many of the others who burned themselves out, then make excuses for what they became. Nice looking couple too.
    I'd def want to see this play, with that music, how can it go wrong, the music itself would give people the thrill they were going for.

  • @chrisfinch8637
    @chrisfinch8637 2 ปีที่แล้ว +134

    Pat Benatar still looks good, after all these years. I still love singing her Love is a Battlefield and Hit Me With Your Best Shot (Fire Away).

    • @carlwilliams6977
      @carlwilliams6977 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I've always thought she's one of the sexiest women on the planet. She even rocks the gray hair!

    • @kwebster62
      @kwebster62 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      She's 68 here; Neil is 65. I agree they still look very good (the veneers look quite good too), but they do look like they are in their 60s.

    • @kirkscobey3031
      @kirkscobey3031 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Her version of Wuthering Heights gives me chills but can only listen to it once in awhile because I get such an ear worm I can’t even sleep”Heathcliff it’s me I’m Cathy I’ve come home let me in your window”

    • @uzzymuzzy4312
      @uzzymuzzy4312 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@samuelm.5752 they look fantastic for their age.

    • @kwebster62
      @kwebster62 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@samuelm.5752 Bibibo Bobobo's point is spot on. Of course, they are showing their age. She's almost 70. But, they look very good... for their age.

  • @AudreySmallcombe
    @AudreySmallcombe 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    What a legend she is! Remember rocking out to her fist album in sixth form, aged 16! Loved her ever since.

  • @leohorishny9561
    @leohorishny9561 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    So happy to see these two so happy and successful. It’s wonderful to see nice people do so well. All the best to them and their family.

  • @ke6264
    @ke6264 2 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    “Weeeeee belong , we belong, we belong together” I use to sing this all the time as a kid, always loved Pat.

  • @llynnie888
    @llynnie888 2 ปีที่แล้ว +67

    The Romeo and Juliet part of their story is just as powerful as the music.

    • @scottcharney1091
      @scottcharney1091 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      And yet, those two characters are intended to demonstrate the opposite of a great couple. They're children, and the responsible adults are too wrapped up in petty, violent feuding to notice what's happening. That's why it's a tragedy.

  • @wydryfly
    @wydryfly 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Saw her in concert about 7 years ago, so this is 25 years past her prime of the 80’s. Honestly, one of the best concerts I’ve experienced, she absolutely rocked. ….I found new respect for her talent after that concert. Go Patty Mae!

  • @KATKattalestv
    @KATKattalestv 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    One of the Greatest Voices of Rock n Roll. Wonderful that their LOVE & Respect for each other continues to Shine!

  • @codacreator6162
    @codacreator6162 2 ปีที่แล้ว +317

    Neil is one of the most underrated guitarists of the era. His licks are inimitable, his contributions to the instrument and to rock are innumerable. He wasn’t JUST Pat’s guitarist, he also contributed to a bunch of other artists including the guitar on Rick Springfield’s cover of Sammy Hagar’s, I’ve Done Everything for You, that resulted in a hit.

    • @redbarchetta8782
      @redbarchetta8782 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Saw them back in the day and Neil is one amazing guitarist and writer. Pat and Neil are a match made in Heaven.

    • @billyf2833
      @billyf2833 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Also Rick Springfield's Jessie's Girl. Rhythm and Lead.

    • @MissZiss
      @MissZiss 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      My Husband said the exact same thing!!

    • @GeorgeD1965
      @GeorgeD1965 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Lucky for Pat, actress Linda Blair cheated on him

    • @glenishii2022
      @glenishii2022 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      No doubt…lot’s of great solos and riffs

  • @gigilamoore2656
    @gigilamoore2656 2 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    They both look awesome. I love the gray hair on her. It's great to see a couple look happy and settled within themselves and each other.

  • @scottstarnes8461
    @scottstarnes8461 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    WoW! A solid interview for a wonderful couple! My first ever live concert was Pat, Neil and band performing at the old Carolina Coliseum, Columbia, SC in 1982 on the "Get Nervous" tour. I'm beyond thrilled that they have been married life partners so long. Bless this couple for many, many years of fine rock music!

  • @1967davethewave
    @1967davethewave 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Two greats. No one can deny Pat's talent and stage presence and Neil is a guitar great that really never gets the credit he is due. He is up there with Neal Schon, James Young and Jimmy Page.

  • @c.claytonconsulting7519
    @c.claytonconsulting7519 2 ปีที่แล้ว +80

    I got to see them live twice in 2019. One show, they did just a duo, talking through their history and songs, and it was amazing. The other, they came with a band. Pat has taken care of her instrument (voice) and sounds like an angel, still. Neil is still high energy and, well, perfect. If you get a chance to see them live, go. Worth every penny!

    • @whyputaname
      @whyputaname 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I got to see them in the early 2000's and yes correct they are worth every penny..👍

    • @hurstjames6196
      @hurstjames6196 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      How are you doing hope you're safe over there??

  • @petuniapetalblossom6755
    @petuniapetalblossom6755 2 ปีที่แล้ว +69

    They're the one bright spot in a very dark musical universe. So glad they made it through unscathed... 💜

  • @LG-kx8xl
    @LG-kx8xl 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Fantastic singers/songwriters/musicians. The security in their partnership & marriage is Amazing, Inspiring & Beautiful!!! I love these two together.❤❤

  • @janellfeller3020
    @janellfeller3020 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I saw them live a couple of years ago. Absolutely fabulous!!

  • @jasonbarney4737
    @jasonbarney4737 2 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    I grew up in the 80s to her songs. Till this day, she still kills it.🤩🎸

  • @darcyg852
    @darcyg852 2 ปีที่แล้ว +90

    One of the greatest voices in music history!

    • @meandmymonkey5137
      @meandmymonkey5137 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh please give me a break she's mediocre

    • @2themoon863
      @2themoon863 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      “Mediocre”?!?!? No way is that statement true…

    • @tarp11z
      @tarp11z 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@meandmymonkey5137 She and maybe fifteen others people owned the '80s radio rock genre. I'm not sure what you are considering mediocre. You may not like her, but her career is a matter of of record. It happened.

    • @eyeheartsushi2212
      @eyeheartsushi2212 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@2themoon863 Agreed 100%.

  • @iismyalias
    @iismyalias 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    She looks AMAZING. One of the most distinctive and multi octave voices in rock history. I'm also happy her and Neil are still in ❤ and still together.

  • @andie2809
    @andie2809 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    They deserve to be in the rock n roll hall of fame! I've loved them since I was a kid!😍

  • @beckyg.8228
    @beckyg.8228 2 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    I love Pat! The 80s were the best times of my life and every time I hear one of her songs..... those wonderful memories come rushing back!! Thank you Pat !!

    • @hurstjames6196
      @hurstjames6196 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      How are you doing hope you're safe over there👋👋👋

    • @shawndrarush1683
      @shawndrarush1683 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ditto

  • @drwhofan9220
    @drwhofan9220 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    She was my girl power hero! I am 56 I love this woman.

  • @amymatos8281
    @amymatos8281 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Love her voice, and they are the epitome of a great rock duo!!

  • @katrinasangineto8120
    @katrinasangineto8120 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    A movement needs to start to get them in the hall of fame!!! They are amazing !!! ❤️

  • @KA-ui3sm
    @KA-ui3sm 2 ปีที่แล้ว +143

    It’s an absolute travesty that she’s not in the R&RHOF. Who was the idiot that dropped the ball on that?! 😡 She’s a friggin legend!

    • @doodooman841
      @doodooman841 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      I agree....Jay Z's in there....a real rocker 🤣!
      NOT!!

    • @mike856ms
      @mike856ms 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      She will be now.

    • @shawnmclean7932
      @shawnmclean7932 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Who cares?! I wouldn't want be accepted to any club that would have me. She is above them.

    • @heathercott
      @heathercott 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      They didn'r drop the ball, she refused until they took the rest of the band with her. That is what you call humble.

    • @CryMeARiver63
      @CryMeARiver63 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@shawnmclean7932 yes she is .

  • @ericyoung6236
    @ericyoung6236 2 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    Didn't realize how many amazing songs she sang. Powerful voice.

    • @janicechildress2952
      @janicechildress2952 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Did CBS say 36 albums, what a duo. Lots of work, but always masterfully produced, ya know for rhe time🎅rocks!

  • @Paul_Wetor
    @Paul_Wetor 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    When I heard her first single and album, I became a fan. Great voice, great songs.

  • @jimmcdonald5448
    @jimmcdonald5448 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Way back in 1979, 1980 ish, I walked into Hastings in Albuquerque NM and heard this great song and voice. On the counter was a Cassette case that said Pat Benatar. I bought it on the spot. I still have it, along with everything else she's done. What a great artist. The memories are priceless. Stevie made it twice, Pat can make it once. She deserves it without question.

  • @kimariokiji
    @kimariokiji 2 ปีที่แล้ว +84

    When so many 80s songs were “please love me, I’ll die without you…” Pat Benatar was a force with powerful “kick down the door” lyrics and arrangements. I love that she didn’t accept casting couch bs or even “fix” her teeth to conform to any industry standards or further her career. Still very refreshing 40 years on. Nice couple - power couple really.

    • @hurstjames6196
      @hurstjames6196 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello how are you doing hope you're safe?

    • @curbozerboomer1773
      @curbozerboomer1773 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Truth is...She is the major talent here...her husband was just another good-looking journeyman guitarist that she fell for. He got lucky!

    • @enriqueasebez4834
      @enriqueasebez4834 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@curbozerboomer1773 So what! She recognizes her partnership with him, and sees his contributions, which are huge.

    • @animaladvocate8938
      @animaladvocate8938 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Nothing is wrong with her teeth.

    • @silverbushb448
      @silverbushb448 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@curbozerboomer1773 Well, not really though. He is an amazing song writer. He wrote all of her biggest song hits.

  • @teriparsons7349
    @teriparsons7349 2 ปีที่แล้ว +56

    One of the best voices of all time!

    • @cjregister66
      @cjregister66 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Baby Hunn Found you again. You're officially an internet troll.

    • @cjregister66
      @cjregister66 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@samuelm.5752 The lemon sucker is repeating that comment on here. Right hunn?

  • @bbk2325
    @bbk2325 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I lalaloved every moment of this interview almost as much as I love Neil & Pat! But not more than I love every song THEY created!

  • @SupraManG
    @SupraManG 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is a great story in which you don't hear about rock 'n roll couples being married this length of time. I'm happy for them both and Pat Benetar was correct in not being too annoyed by the industry not recognizing her as being in the RnR HALL OF FAME! All we fans know she's a legend in our life and will continue to be for decades to come!

  • @thealeons3179
    @thealeons3179 2 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    Wow what an amazing love story. And as a guitar player I always love the way Neil Giraldo plays guitar. I feel like him changing keys to a higher register for her voice was a benchmark moment. Bravo maestro. Love you both.

  • @lasenoritacometa1977
    @lasenoritacometa1977 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    She don’t need that Rock and Roll hall of fame .. she’s at a whole other level 🤩

  • @louisecoxsmith8102
    @louisecoxsmith8102 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love them!! They belong together. Pure gold.🙏❤

  • @RHassa8970
    @RHassa8970 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fabulous interview!! Listen to and admire Pat Benatar for over 30+ years. Thanks 🤩

  • @sickoftheshit
    @sickoftheshit 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Pat Benetar had a huge influence on me, musically. I thank her and her husband for all of the amazing music.

  • @ghanasoul
    @ghanasoul 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I love seein her today. She still has that look in her eyes she had in the 80s. Glad they’re still 2gether and they’re in the right frame of mind and most of all they seem happy.

  • @maryholmes3980
    @maryholmes3980 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    She definitely deserves to be in the r & r hall of fame more than a lot of people who already are.

  • @hardanheavy
    @hardanheavy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What is not to like about them? Been a fan ever since finding out about her through 'Love is a battlefield', then quickly acquired the then back catalogue and followed her ever since. She's one of the first rock acts I found and also thanks to her I never looked back. For me nothing beats loud voices and thumping guitars and it basically started with Benatar