AL JARREAU - MY OLD FRIEND

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  • @beatricemissadin2552
    @beatricemissadin2552 8 ปีที่แล้ว +79

    I was there!!!! It was June 11, 1983!! I even have pictures !

    • @mmscuf
      @mmscuf 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Beatrice Missadin Lucky sob!!!

    • @martinplatt5928
      @martinplatt5928 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Fantastic .... and you saw Bobby Lyle on Fender Rhodes.......incredible concert

    • @chaoticblonde184
      @chaoticblonde184 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I envy you 😌
      This incredible man was soulful in the pure, literal way. Well, I should write he *is* soulful. His music will be by my side until my life ends.

    • @7thvenom
      @7thvenom 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      What City ?
      Very Nice lucky you cheers

    • @barvinokbarvinok8943
      @barvinokbarvinok8943 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Unforgettable!!!

  • @quincyjones9539
    @quincyjones9539 5 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    I am a Milwaukee native just like my dear brother Al Jarreau. He has always made our city proud. May his sweet soul rest in peace. ❤️

    • @miltontravieso5332
      @miltontravieso5332 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Mister Quincy Jones... You are the best musician ever🎉

    • @rubensbatistachaves5539
      @rubensbatistachaves5539 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Parabéns meu brother!!!👍👍🍺🍺

  • @onlyjaz
    @onlyjaz 12 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    1982, a freshman in college was trying to find his way when I started getting in Al so I bought the Breakin' Away cassette and that tape assisted a brother in so many ways. While friends were vibing with rap, Al was offering me perspective on life, love, relationship and spirituality. I awakened to this cassette for an entire semester. So happy for the gift of music and what it has meant on a highly personal level. That is the true menaing of art, IMO.

    • @vinylsbyqwest
      @vinylsbyqwest 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Life Love Relationship and Spirituality =Jewels

    • @maryking730
      @maryking730 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Well said i agree

    • @Dlwinborne
      @Dlwinborne 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have a family (a sister and two brothers I met in high school) who’ve been tremendous, amazing friends to me for 45 years. When I hear this song, I think of them! I think God for this relationship! 😊

  • @miraclec59
    @miraclec59 6 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I dedicated this to my old friend what a friend we have in Jesus he's always there by myside until the end of time Amen

  • @raymondanka6030
    @raymondanka6030 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Al Jarreau.....a spiritual and musical influence on my being. Greatest vocal stylings ever....totally unique.

  • @singleobserver2764
    @singleobserver2764 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    You can't fake a performance like this, you have to love doing this! I have played with some great musicians in my time, and the best were the ones who let their love of creating the music step in and take over from all else. I played a practice session with this man, and I can tell you that he WAS music!
    Talk about a master class in performing, OMG this guy was the real deal and the truth, all in one!
    I miss you, Mr. Jarreau!

  • @michaelredd4642
    @michaelredd4642 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    This song is so personal to me, I was stationed in Egypt in the Army from 1983 to 1983. I would listen to this cassette every morning for 6 months , thinking about my girlfriend in Pittsburgh.💞💞💞 Thanks Al.....RIP.

  • @jsbruzina
    @jsbruzina 17 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I remember walking into a "record" store in 1981 or so as a seventh grade kid and buying Breakin Away. Jarreau at his best ...

  • @straightism1962
    @straightism1962 10 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    May this song bring thoughts of love and peace into the hearts of everyone who hears it. #musicheals

  • @janiebread
    @janiebread 13 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I love Al Jarreau's music and lyrics. This is one of my all-time favorites.

  • @martinplatt5928
    @martinplatt5928 7 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Wow.....what an amazing musician and one of the most accomplished singing voices EVER. RIP to a great musician xx

  • @ranaelanejones3064
    @ranaelanejones3064 7 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Listening again now on this day of his transition and passing...UNTIL THE END which is never ever and eternally we will HEAR you angelic voice. RIHP

  • @philippepoudensan7664
    @philippepoudensan7664 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Let's not forget the brillant Jay Graydon, he's the one who brought Al to those heights in terms of creativity, musicianship, and most of all in terms of joy recorded on acétate, or cd, or mp3, or whatever. Jay and Al formed a pair for a few years , and a few albums that produced albums that are unique and stand the test of times like few.

    • @funklover24
      @funklover24 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Jay Graydon is a wonderful musician himself, played the guitar-solo on "Peg" by Steely Dan. 👏👍

    • @barvinokbarvinok8943
      @barvinokbarvinok8943 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Al Jarreau met Jay Graydon at the his right Time ♥️♥️♥️

  • @stretch54
    @stretch54 17 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    This song was written by Richard Page and Steve George. At that time they had an excellent but little known group called Pages. Steve Gadd, Abe Laboriel, Jay Graydon and I think David Foster were on the recorded version of this song.

  • @toodledoodle1209
    @toodledoodle1209 7 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Will miss you always My Old Friend.

  • @vargasfm288
    @vargasfm288 14 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Might be my favorite cassette of all times. Memories of Paterson New Jersey 1981!!!

  • @jayne2357
    @jayne2357 14 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    There's few things better than being at an AL Jarreau concert

  • @angline5
    @angline5 13 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    A friend is gift for god! Excellent song, unforgettable!

  • @bettythompson80
    @bettythompson80 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Beautiful, my ole friend rest easy Al..your music will live on forever in hearts and minds, great songwriter and great singer, you are deeply missed..rest on my friend (02/12/2017)

  • @hibrassmann
    @hibrassmann 13 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Excellent performance. Al Jarreau has always surrounded himself with stellar musicians. This band is incredible. The flugelhorn solo is spot on. The rhythm section is grooving like a freight train. Thanks for the upload.

  • @blurgos
    @blurgos 10 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    milano teatro tenda lampugnano 1984!!!!!!!!! indimenticabile.
    marvellous Al, you are always the best.

  • @0222527
    @0222527 14 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    one of my fav's from Sir Al!!! i fell in love with music as a young man cuz of him Thanks! i had this album!! A youngee...lol

  • @cledwyntyler4535
    @cledwyntyler4535 8 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Met him last Year at his press conference ... Jazz Festival At The Cape Sun Hotel... Shook His Hand... "My Words To MR Al... THANK YOU!!!

    • @ricknurse7
      @ricknurse7 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      +Cledwyn Tyler Cool! Thank you. He can never be thanked too much...such a wonderful, unique, beautifully talented soul. A blessing to the world, indeed.

  • @jensen2000dane
    @jensen2000dane 9 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Great delivery! Brilliant live musician.

  • @luvnewshoes2
    @luvnewshoes2 13 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    AL JARREAU I HOPE TO SEE YOU AGAIN...THE LAST TIME I SAW YOU WAS IN VIRGINIA 2010, AT THE FERGUSON CENTER FOR THE ARTS. YOU ARE A GREAT TALENT. HAVE BEEN A FAN FOR 35 YEARS. BE WELL.

  • @winchesterse
    @winchesterse 11 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Met him once in New Haven, Ct. back in the early 80's. Worked for a Top 40 radio station and he was our guest star. Real down to earth and oh so humble. Was a treat.

  • @ronaldcobb3312
    @ronaldcobb3312 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I love Al Jarreau his music will be produced and orchestrated his music will live on forever rest in peace. Cobb.

  • @sportscenter4kids
    @sportscenter4kids 7 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Love everything Al Jarreau

  • @islezeus
    @islezeus 11 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Im so glad I was one of those kids born in the 80s just before the crappy music took over the airwaves... as a baby growing up I still got to hear Al on the radio.

  • @lauramontenero440
    @lauramontenero440 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love you and your music and your voice forever, dear Al.... Rip near Lord

  • @lauramontenero440
    @lauramontenero440 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for all Al...I you are my old friend forever.... I hope to see you in Paradise once a time.... Rip

  • @Ladyga50
    @Ladyga50 15 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I woke up with this song on my mine...I couldn't find it until I came here.
    Thanks

  • @bonitaperkins9103
    @bonitaperkins9103 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have always lived Al. My first album was roof garden. I have never missed a concert in LA from the Greek Theatre to the last Long Beach concert in August from the age of 25-52. Love you Al old friend.

  • @jazz4randall
    @jazz4randall 13 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Every musicians journey begins with his/hers voice, and then it usually transforms into a physical instrument that fits the soul. Al's instrument kept to its purest form... rhythm, voice, melody, mind, body, and spirit... the physical instrument is nothing more than Al.
    I met Al (of all places) when I was shopping at the Gelson's market in Tarzana, CA. in 2002. What a humble man... I was so happy to finally meet him. I was really lost for words, but so happy to shake his hand. Thanks Al !

  • @MorningstarHH
    @MorningstarHH 15 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Absolut the BEST vocalist !!! Renember all these wonderfull Concerts last 25 Years.

  • @pantoanticomunistaa6242
    @pantoanticomunistaa6242 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    LYRICS (YEAR 1981):
    I can recall those warm summer days
    No decisions, child's play
    Did they slip away?
    Gone forever, gone forever
    Lost to yesterday
    From the beginning you've been
    Always there my old friend
    True until the end of time
    As I walk down streets full of amber leaves
    I see nothing's really changed at all
    We're just older now
    Still together, still together
    After all these years
    And from the beginning you've been
    Always there my old friend
    True until the end of time
    My old friend
    From the beginning you've been
    Always there my old friend
    True until the end of time
    Still together, after all these years!
    And from the beginning you've been
    Always there my old friend
    True until the end of time
    My old friend
    From the beginning you've been
    Always there my old friend
    True until the end of time
    My old friend
    From the beginning you've been
    Always there my old friend
    You' ve been true until the end of time

  • @mmscuf
    @mmscuf 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Old friend Bramwell who passed away Tuesday 9/19/17 comes so much in my mind when listening to this magical song...RIP dear friend.

  • @Jokaire
    @Jokaire 14 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The way he sings is amazing! I wish I could sing like this one day.

  • @loukirkjoe
    @loukirkjoe 14 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    AL your the man still love hearing your tunes after all these years simply the best .................................KEV from Newcastle UK

  • @KimbaMarie
    @KimbaMarie 11 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival 2014! I will see you Mr. Jarreau!

  • @clbzone
    @clbzone 18 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    One of my absolute favorite songs by Al Jarreau that stand the test of time. Lyrically and instrumentally. Never seen it live. Amazing.

  • @trieh.n8646
    @trieh.n8646 8 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    that song....I am really miss my old friend...

  • @straightism1962
    @straightism1962 13 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Heavy lyrics, heavy melody lot's of emotion. Hope this song touches your heart and allows love to come in. Thanks Al. Peace and Blessing to everyone worldwide from chocolate city..

  • @rubensbatistachaves5539
    @rubensbatistachaves5539 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Doi o coração saber que nunca mais teremos um artista desse nível.👍👍🍺🍺

  • @spd13062
    @spd13062 14 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I still have this album! Still play it!

  • @menapaiolin
    @menapaiolin 10 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    He will always be my idol :)

    • @acohen1980
      @acohen1980 9 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      me 3......

  • @dimpleddiva1
    @dimpleddiva1 15 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is one of my old favorites. It's sooo good to hear it again!! Thanks for posting this.

  • @lucbear
    @lucbear 14 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I had the privilege to see Al playing with David Sanborn in Central Park in the 90's...a concert in a summer evening...simply amazing!
    Long life to Al Jarreau.

  • @FarkyDave
    @FarkyDave 17 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Al Jarreau is my favorite singer ever. He is so smooth and great to listen to. Love it!

  • @HandbagDiva
    @HandbagDiva 13 ปีที่แล้ว

    He lives a few house from my Aunt in Tarzana and he truly is a gentleman and full of class and so humble. He and his wife will be attending my Aunts annual Holiday party, wish I didn't live so far away.

  • @auburntiger8
    @auburntiger8 17 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is one of the bast artists of all of times!

  • @MarkFowlerthefunkee1
    @MarkFowlerthefunkee1 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    My favorite Al Jarreau song, after "Easy"!

  • @karencarney9054
    @karencarney9054 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My OLD FRIEND MILDRED
    THIS SONG IS THE WAY I FELT ABOUT HER
    MUCH LOVE MY FRIEND

  • @librieintuizioni
    @librieintuizioni 16 ปีที่แล้ว

    malefik63 era lì..io purtroppo no.. avevo 17 anni all'epoca..lo amo da allora..grande Al sei stato sei e sarai fonte di immaginazione, creazione, vitalità. Video straordinario questo, voce inconfondibile, sempre più eterna.

  • @gavotron
    @gavotron 10 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    When Richard Page & Steve George write a song, you know it's gonna be smooth

    • @darkwing7966
      @darkwing7966 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      And then have Toto help playing it on top of this.

    • @yulbrenner5526
      @yulbrenner5526 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes!!!

  • @mmscuf
    @mmscuf 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Al Jarreau at his very best, may he rest in peace! What a fantastic artist! A real class act!

  • @fdlbd
    @fdlbd 17 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's Magic...I'de the pleasure of being talking to him in Portugal in August 05. Thanks AL!

  • @nelson2042
    @nelson2042 17 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    ....Let's not forget Jay Graydon's Major Major contributions and "stamp" to AJ's pop.R&B sound. He set the production and arranging mark very high for any other Producer coming after him with 'our old friend, Al. cnnmusic

    • @funklover24
      @funklover24 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      So true, Jay Graydon produced Al's best records. 🥰

  • @librieintuizioni
    @librieintuizioni 15 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cosa dire? Ci sono parole forse? ...
    Per una nuova consapevolezza..questo è un video musicale dedicato..semplicemente..
    all'Umanità.
    Grazie Al..Sei nel mio cuore. Uno cone me. Uno con tutto cio che E'.

  • @hectorarias2668
    @hectorarias2668 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I can recall those warm summer days No decisions, child's play Did they slip away? Gone forever, gone forever Lost to yesterday From the beginning you've been Always there my old friend True until the end of time As I walk down, streets full of amber leaves I see nothing's really changed at all We're just older now Still together, still together After all these years And from the beginning you've been Always there my old friend True until the end of time My old friend From the beginning you've been Always there my old friend True until the end of time Still together, after all these years And from the beginning you've been Always there my old friend True until the end of time My old friend But from the beginning you've been Always there my old friend True until the end of time My old friend But from the beginning you've been Always there my old friend You've been true until the end of time My old friend From the beginning you've been Always there my old friend True until the end of time

  • @GiuseppeGendolavigna
    @GiuseppeGendolavigna 9 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    big session...big musicians AL AMAZING

  • @baldy555
    @baldy555 ปีที่แล้ว

    OMG the sounds of the Fender Rhodes and flugelhorn brings back memories when I was courting the girl I eventually married ❤.
    RIP brother Al. Love to all the musicians!!

  • @beedoe51
    @beedoe51 16 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    God I love this song. Saw him in 82' They did this tune. Best show I've ever seen. Thank you sooooo much for posting!!!!

    • @keciaescape1530
      @keciaescape1530 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      listening to this Christmas Eve 2020. Nice soothing peaceful for this season in our world today. RIP Al

  • @dafonky
    @dafonky 13 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Hi, the bass player is George Hawkins, Bobby Lyle on Rhodes, Jim Studer on keys, Michael Patches Stewart and Michael Paulo on horns....Alex Acuna on drums....the name of the guitar player escapes me for the moment.....can't see the percussion player.....it's nearly the same band which performed early 80'ies in Germany's ROCKPALAST ( with Icarus Johnson on guitar...) thanks for the music ...does anybody have the whole concert ?

    • @lindacrawford2474
      @lindacrawford2474 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Bobby is on my friends list Facebook
      Minneapolis native we are proud of him!.

  • @donahue478
    @donahue478 16 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love this song so many good memories.just got out the airforce travis afb. and moved to oakland ca. age 22 and carefree.

  • @FernandoAmadeu1979
    @FernandoAmadeu1979 15 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Al Jarreau,uma voz,um ser humano...,expõe seus sentimentos da forma mais doce,genial,My Old Friend!!!

    • @nelsonbevilac6103
      @nelsonbevilac6103 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Parabéns Fernando por apressiar esta maravilhosa voz e os músicos pena que ele nos deixou,mas tenho certeza que ele está cantando lá em cima se tivermos sorte um dia poderemos estar com ele.

  • @jarbon5
    @jarbon5 18 ปีที่แล้ว

    Man, what portion of this song isn't beautiful. This song is so dreamy and just sounds so refreshing. Man I'm glad I found this.

  • @Ronalyhotham
    @Ronalyhotham 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was one of my favourite Al Jarreau songs and he was "my old friend". RIP Al.

  • @hermanlaws6685
    @hermanlaws6685 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Saw you in Gainesville Florida back in the 80s. This song and a beautiful woman made my night and many other nights. Thanks God bless you.

  • @jasonliebenberg7918
    @jasonliebenberg7918 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    My best friend moved to Neu-Zeeland from CAPE Town,S.A more than 20 years ago...2023 isn't him this beautiful song and he ended up crying on the other end...lol❤❤❤😊😊👌🇿🇦

  • @Evertlabastida
    @Evertlabastida 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    My all time favorite singer, your still the best for me..

  • @gekopit
    @gekopit 16 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dear Al Jarreau, we love you! Warmest greetings from Israel. Be healthy!

  • @williamhowell4854
    @williamhowell4854 11 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I listen to this all the time!!! (: luv it...

  • @Ronalyhotham
    @Ronalyhotham 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Gone for ever but never forgotten, he was so special!

  • @yungnck87
    @yungnck87 16 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i love it! its my wedding song

    • @hoffnstuff8996
      @hoffnstuff8996 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Great choice for a wedding song!

  • @eraniel146
    @eraniel146 7 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    rest my old friend!!

  • @rosss1959
    @rosss1959 15 ปีที่แล้ว

    oh man! Boy did we jam Al back in my Air Force days (Ramstein GE) ....where you at fellas?

  • @skyliner6785
    @skyliner6785 17 ปีที่แล้ว

    one of the few artists i would travel and pay to see,truly unique voice

  • @RaceIsOpen
    @RaceIsOpen 14 ปีที่แล้ว

    feel in love with this song and the album in 1985!

  • @lucbear
    @lucbear 14 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing voice.

  • @eEdJones
    @eEdJones 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Listening to each note, watching the changes in expression, the subtle movements of the hands, the coming close, and then slowly turning away - this is the perfection of Art. Now, I have learned how to master life!

  • @annettemims222
    @annettemims222 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Oh my this is simply the best music ❤😊

  • @williamhowell4854
    @williamhowell4854 11 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great song, great voice.

  • @lenoraharrell7275
    @lenoraharrell7275 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Listening to him right know my old friend😓

  • @stephystills
    @stephystills 15 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is one of Al's Best!!! Thank you --HOT!

  • @martinplatt5928
    @martinplatt5928 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Vocally Al Jarreau had no competition. His unique voice coupled with this professional group was remarkable. One of the greatest singers the world ever produced. Recorded in Italy in 1982. Bobby Lyle on Fender Rhodes.

    • @origjazz
      @origjazz 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      ❤❤❤❤

  • @vanessagagui7900
    @vanessagagui7900 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    its 2018 and here i am.. ❤️❤️

  • @baldy555
    @baldy555 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Truly, a classic. Thank you Al. Thank you for gammaseven for uploading.

  • @FIGHTSEEN
    @FIGHTSEEN 15 ปีที่แล้ว

    BREAKING AWAY was just a great album.I still play it .

  • @rubensbatistachaves5539
    @rubensbatistachaves5539 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    UM SER MITOLÓGICO!!!👍👍🍺🍺

  • @Wildtch
    @Wildtch 17 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for a great posting...and thanks Poliotus for telling us it's Bobby Lyle on piano...just great..

  • @williamhowell4854
    @williamhowell4854 11 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Still listening!!! LOL

  • @martinplatt5928
    @martinplatt5928 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Best vocalist ever....RIP Al

  • @rickybiggssr.6641
    @rickybiggssr.6641 9 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    true friendship singing about it.

  • @FernandoAmadeu1979
    @FernandoAmadeu1979 15 ปีที่แล้ว

    sua música ,e ,sua voz....,emociona...nos faz acreditar que a vida é linda.....

  • @GREENLIGHT324
    @GREENLIGHT324 14 ปีที่แล้ว

    what a beautiful story. God bless!

  • @estrenala
    @estrenala 16 ปีที่แล้ว

    ist fantastic un OK para este crak desde españa.

  • @MasterBlasterRGR
    @MasterBlasterRGR 13 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful writing...really, great, smooth changes.

  • @aidanzammitofficial
    @aidanzammitofficial 18 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Brilliant upload Gammaseven - thanks! Please give us more of this concert if you have it.
    Looks like Micheal "Patches" Stewart on Flugelhorn...

  • @guiangantonio
    @guiangantonio 14 ปีที่แล้ว

    Will always be one of my favorites!