B.J. Thomas - "Back Against The Wall" / "Mighty Clouds Of Joy"

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  • From Nashville Now - 7/14/93 - B.J. does his autobiographical should-have-been-a-hit song "Back Against The Wall" followed by a brief version of "Mighty Clouds Of Joy" at Ralph Emery's request. B.J.'s band: Larry Chavis - drums & vocals; Daryl Huffman - guitar; Carl Greeson - keyboards; John Sterling Francis - bass; Martin Aucoin - keyboards.

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  • @kelso1947
    @kelso1947 5 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Wow! BJ was really at the top of his game in this performance...just amazing.

  • @maryellenbunney3745
    @maryellenbunney3745 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    WOW...BJ should have recorded more songs with this kind of beat. Sounds really great!

  • @ritamcnabb2583
    @ritamcnabb2583 7 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    When you hear this clip from B.J., there is no doubt why he was Elvis' favorite singer! He is definitely one of the greatest!

    • @jefferybernard4800
      @jefferybernard4800 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Rita McNabb a southern girl on a summer night is in his top 3

    • @larryc.fisher1239
      @larryc.fisher1239 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      B.J., T. J., DEAN MARTIN AND THE BEATLES WERE ALL FAVS. OF ELVIS'...A FACT.

    • @kerrymartin7557
      @kerrymartin7557 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Such a voice!💜💜💜

    • @sandymuddy5766
      @sandymuddy5766 ปีที่แล้ว

      He sang at Elvis memorial service. He was also called in to Take Elvis shows until all could be canceled. Bj & Elvis were friends and it broke Bjs heart when Elvis passed away. Bj talks about this in one of his interviews & breaks down. Now we've lost Bj too...hopefully their spirits returned to our Creator ♥️

    • @jefferybernard4800
      @jefferybernard4800 วันที่ผ่านมา

      BJ was up there with Elvis and Roy Orbison

  • @joeculpepper9960
    @joeculpepper9960 6 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    I’ve been in this business for 50 of my 60 years ,, BJ by FAR has THE BEST CONTROL and tone of any singer past or present. I’d love to sing a harmony with him someday. Wow. Then and now BJThomas IS!

    • @guavajellyjam
      @guavajellyjam 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      He had pure and perfect chops ! Rest his soul .

    • @ruthkahler6334
      @ruthkahler6334 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      So sad he’s left us but praise God he’s with Jesus! ♥️

  • @maryhaynes9493
    @maryhaynes9493 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I saw him perform this when he was in his mid 70's! He put even more into it that night. I don't know how he did it. It was amazing. It was a longer rendition than this..well more than 10 mins. I miss him so much as a fan from 1970 when I was 8 to forever. His is the most unique voice ever. He was so underrated. I never understood it. He was a great family man and beautiful soul. RIH

  • @annerotella2367
    @annerotella2367 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    So sad to hear of BJ's passing today. He's one of my favorite performers. Sending condolences to his family.

  • @maryellenbunney3745
    @maryellenbunney3745 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    This song should have definitely been in the top ten.....they need to re-release this song.....I stand by my previous comment.

  • @kelso1947
    @kelso1947 5 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    B.J. can literally sing anything he wants … always giving us 100%%. Love him always.

  • @lenitaphillips2186
    @lenitaphillips2186 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    “Sang”BJ. One of the nicest Southern gentleman ever. Had the pleasure of seeing him about three years apart could not believe he remembered us. Now that was special.

    • @jefferybernard4800
      @jefferybernard4800 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

      He gave you a blessing that will last forever

  • @maryfroth
    @maryfroth 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Wow! we will miss this sweet man! So great!

  • @marykelley5182
    @marykelley5182 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Wow! He can sing and move too!! Love you always BJ.

  • @rontrivane
    @rontrivane 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Wow! I never heard this side of BJ before. He can do it all. Mighty clouds of joy is one of my all-time favorites.

  • @questianna
    @questianna 12 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I had a huge crush on him in the 80s when I was a teen, read his autobiography, was jealous of Gloria, and then saw him in concert twice...once at the Ingham? County Fair in Michigan and then again in Detroit with Kenny Rogers. At the Detroit concert, I left my seat and got down front with my camera and took a picture. As luck would have it...he's looking right at me in the picture, which I still have.

    • @kellyhughart2105
      @kellyhughart2105 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Wow! Lucky you! I was a teenager back in the 80's too, and B.J. Thomas was, and still is, one of my crushes. I never got to see him in concert though, and I regret that. Even though I'm a grown woman now, I still think B.J. Thomas is cute. His voice was one of a kind, and he will always be one of my favorite country singers. It's fun and kind of bittersweet to come on TH-cam and find videos of performances he did on various shows back in the 80's. For me, it's like being a young teenage girl all over again. Rest in peace B.J. Thomas. You are forever loved and missed.

  • @kerrymartin7557
    @kerrymartin7557 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    There is so much to love about BJ Thomas. His humility has always struck me. Such a humble and kind guy - and he stayed that way throughout his career. RiP

  • @carlaaustin7223
    @carlaaustin7223 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I enjoyed this. Amazing that he OD several times and is still here singing. Must have a wonderful wife.

  • @funkycandycool
    @funkycandycool 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Still one of my fave performers. God bless him as he battles stage 4 lung cancer. 🙏🙏🙏

    • @debbiemurray7426
      @debbiemurray7426 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      So sad BUT at the same time joyful!
      He passed May-29-2021
      He's singing with the angels! Prayers for comfort to his wife Gloria and family.

    • @JulieR73
      @JulieR73 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@debbiemurray7426 his wife is going through breast cancer treatment now

    • @annettesjoy
      @annettesjoy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@JulieR73 , oh no. We will have to pray for her now.

  • @maryellenbunney3745
    @maryellenbunney3745 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This definitely should have been a No. 1 for BJ - Joy from NYC

  • @michelledean5243
    @michelledean5243 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Wow!!! I'm glad I found this video. What a way to start my Sunday morning. Thank you BJ Thomas. You still got them moves.

  • @mrb4886
    @mrb4886 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    He still has a great voice today.

  • @joangentile2731
    @joangentile2731 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow!! BJ Thomas had a beautiful voice!! I loved his voice!! I was a big fan of BJ Thomas in the 70's. My favorite song is, Hooked on a Feeling. I love that song!! So sad that he's gone. He died on May 29, 2021 after being diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer in March of 2021. He was 78 years old. May he rest in peace. ;(

  • @vanessa4u4evr
    @vanessa4u4evr 9 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Wow. BJ's voice just got better with time, like fine wine. And he's always been a blue-eyed soul brother.

    • @brendawiles647
      @brendawiles647 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      i never thought about it but that is a perfect way to describe his voice

  • @kelso1947
    @kelso1947 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    B.J. telling us like it is. You are a winner B.J. You have won the real prize Jesus and eternal life and escaped the snare of fame and praise of men....1943 - 2021. Houston, Texas

  • @thomaslucia3059
    @thomaslucia3059 7 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    One of THE best voices...EVER!

  • @barbaradunn1778
    @barbaradunn1778 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    WOW!! What a performance!! What energy, what a voice! When he held that one note when singing Mighty Clouds of Joy I actually yelled, "Whooooaaa!" It was AWESOME!!! It gave me the chills!!! I had to watch this a couple of times. Can't get enough...LOVE BJ! Will miss him...

  • @jeanhuang1415
    @jeanhuang1415 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Beautiful, genuine talent with good moves!!

  • @angels4bobseger
    @angels4bobseger 13 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    THIS IS CLASSIC BJ ANYTHING BJ SINGS IS CLASSIC. AWESOME

  • @jefferybernard4800
    @jefferybernard4800 8 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    One word can describe Back against the wall. WOW !!!!!!!!

  • @elanasharon9599
    @elanasharon9599 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    A consummate artist who never had a need for auto tunes He made it all seem effortless. I’m so sad he’s gone but he left a great legacy. I hope that young people will discover him.

  • @mssugarsweet62
    @mssugarsweet62 8 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Never get tired he is number one

  • @lenitaphillips2186
    @lenitaphillips2186 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks y’all for keeping this So. Gentleman videos online. It is hard to walk away from fame and fortune to save yourself and what’s truly important. Lp

  • @TEXASFENDERBENDER
    @TEXASFENDERBENDER 10 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    The promoters asked him to cover the last shows of Elvis tour after E passed. I think that just about says it all.

  • @Iwasonceacarpenter
    @Iwasonceacarpenter 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Rest in peace BJ

  • @ralphflores4422
    @ralphflores4422 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Such an incredible voice!

  • @Mollasandra
    @Mollasandra 8 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I never get tired of hearing this clip. Loved that voice a long, long time - since I was in my teens.

  • @floraflores1224
    @floraflores1224 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    BJTHOMAS My full life began the first time I saw and heard the song “my Back against the Wall . ….

    • @jefferybernard4800
      @jefferybernard4800 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

      That's a lot said but you are right I and a lot others can agree keep going

  • @joyful8072
    @joyful8072 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Such a gifted talent. He makes it seem so effortless.

  • @nivvasantos
    @nivvasantos 14 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    He is fabbulous, fantastic, the best.

  • @myfavorites1792
    @myfavorites1792 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    he's got a voice that is so good to hear even at his old age already.

  • @judygolden2417
    @judygolden2417 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    BJ such a talented singer, love to watch his videos~

  • @sandymuddy5766
    @sandymuddy5766 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bj belongs to God & that spiritual gift comes out everytime he opened his mouth❤

  • @roseethridge7905
    @roseethridge7905 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    i love mighty clouds of joy awesome

  • @2Catangel
    @2Catangel 13 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I absolutely adore B.J. Thomas and "Mighty Clouds of Joy" is one of my all time favorite songs! Something special happens everytime he sings this song.

  • @buffalobob2890
    @buffalobob2890 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have been a B. J. Thomas fan since the beginning of his career - saw him in concert in Wisconsin in the 70s - but had never heard "Back Against The Wall" - until tonight. How did I miss it?

  • @beckyharris3757
    @beckyharris3757 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What a singer!!!!!!❤

  • @edencharles5250
    @edencharles5250 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I certainly know what it feels like to have my back against the wall.God always step in and turn things around. Thank you Jesus !

  • @duskyduke
    @duskyduke 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This guy really has some voice! One of the best of his (and my) generation.

  • @TheVintessa
    @TheVintessa 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nobody better, not then and not now. I wish he had done mor R & B like this, but I just love his voice on anything.

  • @floraflores1224
    @floraflores1224 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m so glad I found you BJTHOMAS , I love you ❤️💕 and your voice !
    GMA. FLORA

  • @alexdias86
    @alexdias86 14 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I love it.
    A B S O L U T L Y G R E A T !!!!
    Nice song. Well done!
    Thanks much for posting this video.
    Love you, B.J. Thomas !!!

  • @annettekoch3766
    @annettekoch3766 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Andy-O , love this upload, thanks.

  • @dado5952
    @dado5952 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Stupendous!

  • @vietlovesdurian
    @vietlovesdurian 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    BJ Thomas... he can Rock n rollllllll//// he has left but his music has lived forever in my humble wounded heart,,,

    • @nateward9592
      @nateward9592 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      vietlovessaurieng a he’s still alive and performing, still rocking and rolling

    • @vietlovesdurian
      @vietlovesdurian 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@nateward9592 ok thank u ....

  • @nurknanker6105
    @nurknanker6105 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good 2 see all the love 4 Mr. WIlliam Joseph Thomas. So under appreciated imo in his lifetime.

    • @vrinda5303
      @vrinda5303 ปีที่แล้ว

      His real name was Billy Joe Thomas!

    • @TheVintessa
      @TheVintessa 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Billy Joe, William Joseph. It’s a Southern thing.

  • @chesterthawkins7510
    @chesterthawkins7510 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    always a wonderful talent and very much loved!

  • @carmendias100
    @carmendias100 10 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    BJ Thomas is my fav singer. I love to see BJ singing on TH-cam. Precious time, still a great singer, great video ... better live.

  • @kelso1947
    @kelso1947 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What an incredible performance! BJ brought out his best Jackie Wilson moves. Love it.

  • @lisamuliapower3764
    @lisamuliapower3764 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The Greatest Famous Adorable
    Man Of The World BJ THOMAS
    I Really Loved And Miss Him So
    Wonderful Voice Songs Always
    Soothing Me🍀🌟
    You Are RESTING IN GOD JESUS
    ALMIGHTY ARM FOREVER🌿🌿🕊️

  • @lindabutler8933
    @lindabutler8933 7 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    love this song. love all BJ's songs tho

  • @alvinsmith9264
    @alvinsmith9264 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    One Of Greatest Singers I've Ever new and a dear friend.

  • @alvinsmith9264
    @alvinsmith9264 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    He Was A Dear Friend The Brother And I Met B.J. At The Manhatten Club were Playing There 6 Night A Week From 9:00 till 4 A.M BJ Came In From A Recording Session At The Old American Studio On Chelsea And Thomas And He Got Up And Jam Till Daylight
    We Became Friends Right There. He Is One Of The Best Out There.Ifyou Will' He's Like Another Brother Mother.i love Him In That Way. I miss you And Love You My Brother.

  • @Branner
    @Branner 14 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    That man could really sing.

  • @whatisit1746
    @whatisit1746 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Cool! He is really into it. And, when you close your eyes it really sounds awesome without the addition of the visuals.

    • @kerrymartin7557
      @kerrymartin7557 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yep. Because he had an incredible voice! The band sounds great, too.

  • @nivvasantos
    @nivvasantos 14 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    One of the great expressions of pop. I love this music.

  • @cindysummers3815
    @cindysummers3815 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love and miss my friend

  • @brendaproffitt8520
    @brendaproffitt8520 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    love this song through the yrs.great singer thank You

  • @409freddie
    @409freddie 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    LOVE!

  • @stephenadams4944
    @stephenadams4944 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just beautiful!!!!*I love you b.j.thomas

  • @charrmmee
    @charrmmee 11 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    i still hav a huge crush on this hunk - so extremely talented - 1 of th best voices, ever!

  • @jefferybernard4800
    @jefferybernard4800 9 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Back against the wall is a get down foot stomping song if there was ever one

  • @overcamehim
    @overcamehim 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I imagine Elvis loved Mighty Clouds of Joy. But, I haven't heard his recording of it.

    • @tinkapookie
      @tinkapookie 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      My two favorite men Elvis and BJ can sing anything beautifully

  • @alvinsmith9264
    @alvinsmith9264 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I know Your Singing in Haven Now B J I Love You My Brother.

  • @bishopaz
    @bishopaz 11 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    And how bout that band,,,,bravo bravo!

  • @PaOsfan
    @PaOsfan 14 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love Mighty Clouds Of Joy!!

  • @nivaldosoares5388
    @nivaldosoares5388 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Lindas interpretacoes, ja estamos com saudades suas aqui no Brasil. Um dos maiores cantores pop dos anos 70-80 do mundo.

  • @kaohsiung99
    @kaohsiung99 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Talk about being in the groove! WOW!

  • @jeffmontgomery831
    @jeffmontgomery831 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    It doesn't get any better.

  • @jjs490
    @jjs490 ปีที่แล้ว

    I hate to cry but I remember BJ's fantastic life and voice got me balling. This takes me back..... What a voice his singing Mighty Clouds of Joy , oh my so beautiful. Rip you were awesome on this Earth. Rip man you were Awsome BJ. ❤!!

  • @zibabird
    @zibabird ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you, shared!

  • @cjdmiracle
    @cjdmiracle 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    This is a holy ghost Christian man I know cause my church all prayed for him when he got sick.

    • @JulieR73
      @JulieR73 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sadly his wife is sick as well. My family has known them for years.

    • @maryhaynes9493
      @maryhaynes9493 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@JulieR73 I know she is in Mexico now. I hope she is doing well!!

    • @jefferybernard4800
      @jefferybernard4800 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

      The mighty clouds keeps rolling in

    • @jefferybernard4800
      @jefferybernard4800 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Amen I mean it and some day I will be able to tell you that you're on the right course my brother see you upstairs tnx

    • @jefferybernard4800
      @jefferybernard4800 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

      ​@@JulieR73it's a feeling that most don't understand but you have a handle on it we need more like you keep your chin up and carry on

  • @rebeccad5988
    @rebeccad5988 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love BJ THOMAS.
    God Bless And Thanks
    Thanks to all .🎼🎶🎶

  • @daniellambert2083
    @daniellambert2083 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A pro at work! just learning what B.J.could do in those Days!

  • @gailparker8532
    @gailparker8532 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    HE'S HUNGRY AND READY TO FEED...ON THE PROWL!!! MERCY. 💓

  • @user-br4ho5xu8i
    @user-br4ho5xu8i 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    AMAZING!

  • @whatisit1746
    @whatisit1746 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    He is a firecracker!

  • @myfavorites1792
    @myfavorites1792 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    very good singer, even at his old age.

  • @cindysummers3815
    @cindysummers3815 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is how he looked when we became friends

  • @larryfloyd4993
    @larryfloyd4993 7 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I love bj Thomas, but just look at him..this was done during his drug years.. i'm so glad he found jesus Christ.. he is saved and his name is in the book of life

    • @ronniemorris9685
      @ronniemorris9685 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      larry floyd, this was done 17 years AFTER his drug years. He started his gospel singing after he got off drugs & alcohol.

    • @kaohsiung99
      @kaohsiung99 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I hope Larry Floyd is not a history teacher. His students would think World War 2 happened before World War 1.

    • @annettekoch3766
      @annettekoch3766 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@kaohsiung99 , I wouldn't be so critical. I think everyone posting loves BJ.

    • @kaohsiung99
      @kaohsiung99 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@annettekoch3766 17 years is a long time. That's the time gap we are discussing here (1976 to 1993).
      Larry's original comment was out of place when he said: "just look at him." What's that supposed to mean?
      Maybe some folks need to read B.J. Thomas' book "Home Where I Belong".... or maybe they shouldn't. Just enjoy his music!

    • @crystalfreeman9295
      @crystalfreeman9295 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I know why you made that comment. BJ Thomas was really frail and thin. When he made this concert. I was also concerned about his health to at this time in his life. I loved BJ Thomas til death do us part 😂😂😂. His voice and his music will live on forever in my heart ❤️❤️ .

  • @rickuyeda4818
    @rickuyeda4818 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Man can he sing!

  • @TheVintessa
    @TheVintessa 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    There was so much in him. He could sing anything. Unfortunately, ‘Raindrops’ took precedence over songs like this, which showed that he was a real entertainer, too.

  • @janefriel6895
    @janefriel6895 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Quite something. RIP BJ Thomas. ☘

  • @sandymuddy5766
    @sandymuddy5766 ปีที่แล้ว

    💫🌟💫 stellar❤

  • @fordfocus1ful
    @fordfocus1ful 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Been listening to his song for quite some time, how about those subtle moves......just great, more than great...... Jackie Prummel

  • @mariaaugust5568
    @mariaaugust5568 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    curto mas o B.J cantando música romântica acho que e seu estilo 🥳

  • @timsgtms1222
    @timsgtms1222 10 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    great thanks tim

  • @skandarcorrea
    @skandarcorrea 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Woooooooooooow!!!!!!!

  • @516choochoo
    @516choochoo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Signifying B. J.

  • @joseluizpereirasilva5503
    @joseluizpereirasilva5503 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    THANK YOU

  • @bilingualservicesllcnelson2759
    @bilingualservicesllcnelson2759 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    He sang at our Peoria az church

  • @Elgie-zf6is
    @Elgie-zf6is 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Amen ❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉

  • @maryellenbunney3745
    @maryellenbunney3745 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    LOVE LOVE LOVE BJ