The Ronnettes - Be My Baby | FIRST TIME HEARING REACTION
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- The Ronnettes - Be My Baby | FIRST TIME HEARING REACTION
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This group was huge. When they toured England in 1964, the Rolling Stones were their opening act.
That is mind blowing yes?
The RONETTES were one of the opening acts for The BEATLES tour in the US, I saw them when I went to the Beatles concerts, they ended up being friends with the Beatles
@@patticrichton1135 And someone mentioned that one of the Ronettes, Estelle Bennett dated Beatle, George Harrison but was kept a secret in the U.S.
Her and Keith apparently had a relationship that lasted years. Started when the Stones first came to the US.
@@gmcsrbosavl6964 Yup. He talks about her in his book 'Life'. They stayed friends over the years.
The chorus blew Brian Wilson's (of the Beach Boys) mind when he first heard it driving in his car. He had to pull over to finish the rest of the song and said he realized he had heard the greatest pop song ever recorded. He spent the rest of his life trying to capture that moment.
I can so relate to Brian's car experience! Whenever I write music, I'm subconsciously chasing the feeling I had when I first heard incredible songs in the car years ago. _You remember that feeling your whole life._ Fortunately, I was able to write down most of the songs' titles if the DJ said who it was, but there were a handful of songs that "got away", that I've never heard again since. _Heart breaking!_ (this was decades before song ID apps like Shazam)... But yeah, I'm sure 'Be My Baby' has caused _many_ cars to pull over in the last 60 years! 😄🎶
When Be My Baby came out, every red blooded boy in America fell in love with Ronnie....
When Brian Wilson heard Be My Baby he was so overwhelmed he had to pull his car over and reflect on it. He then wrote Don't Worry Baby in response.
I love Brain Wilson!❤
Two all time classics.
That’s a great song.
SHE WAS A ICON OF HER ERA, That voice was the VOICE of that brand of music. She also was Amy Whinehouse's IDOL. as you can see by Amy's look she was paying homage to her idol.
Saw her with my brother at New Hope Winery in PA in 2017. She was fantastic still! As a matter of fact I have to look back in my videos I think I have her singing this!
The Beatles loved her too, and met her when they were in the USA on their first tour.
That iconic sound is the "Wall Of Sound" developed by Spector and his engineering team and backup musicians known as "The Wrecking Crew".
Ronnie was the consummate performer ... she owned any stage on which she performed.
Ralph, were other producers ever able to reproduce the "wall of sound" or was it a trade secret forever?
@@sarahdee374 The main secret to the 'wall of sound' was actually the echo chamber used at Gold Star Studios. Designed and build by Gold Star co-owner, Dave Gold. He kept the design/construction specs a secret. Could Spector have created the same sound at a different studio (even if he used the same group of musicians)? Probably not.
@@meanderer06513 Thanks Dave, I've always wondered. It never seemed to me that I'd heard the same effect with other artists' music. That explain why.
@@sarahdee374 A lot of folks gave the attempt at duplicating. Not sure if anything was "copyrighted". The main engineer was A guy named Larry Levine who was next to being a legend himself.
The session musicians worked on a lot of recordings that were for many artists including the beach Boys, Jan N Dean etc.
I knew a couple of very active session guys back in the early 70's. The good ones made big time money (six figures was not unheard of - even then.)
Phil Spector kept it under control for about 5 or 6 years - then that "sound " was replaced with something new.
@@ralphkern380 Hi Ralph, I've seen the documentary on the Wrecking Crew and it's really interesting. So much occurred behind the scenes that we always assumed was the artists' work. Thanks for the insight.
Ronnie Spector died January 2022 aged 78. RIP. Never forgotten
You kids are experiencing the very best of the best of the 50s and 60s. Many of us came of age to this music, these were the giants and legends
Always a great listen.
Other classic female groups:
The Shirelles - "Dedicated to the One I Love", "Will You Love Me Tomorrow", "Mama Said"
The Jaynetts - "Sally, Go 'Round the Roses"
The Dixie Cups - "Chapel of Love", "Iko Iko"
The Crystals - "Then He Kissed Me"
Defiantly the Shirelles, the Beatles were huge fans of the Shirelles. I'd bet even Amber and Jay have heard at least part of "Mama Said".
"Sally Go 'Round the Roses" is a fascinating song, one of the great mystery songs of that era. Another girl group song I would add to the list: "Mr. Lee" by the Bobbettes. Also a great song by a solo singer: "B-A-B-Y" by Carla Thomas.
Will You Love Me Tomorrow is one of the greatest songs of all-time.
@@mokumboi19 Agreed
Don't forget "Da Doo Ron Ron", another iconic girl group tune.
You guys actually loved her when you reacted to Eddie Money’s “Take Me Home Tonight (Be My Baby)”. She sang background vocals singing this song.
Man, that video is worth watching just for the way she struts to the stage! She owned it!
I was going to make the same comment but you beat me to it.
@@erniesteele3164 Yeah, a year ago! 😏👊🏽
I thought, considering all the years between the two recordings, that The Ronettes song was just sampled by Eddie Money??
@@ljcwantsprivacy1 at least watch Eddie Money's video or do a 30 second research and you will learn Eddie wanted Ronnie and only Ronnie to sing with him - he knew she would be perfect for the song and he was right on the money!
Loved The Ronnettes! I was 10 when they made it big in 1963...
The Shangri-las; The Crystals; the Shirelles; Martha and the Vandellas; The Supremes--so many!!!!!!
Cher was one of the backing singers on the original recording and if you listen closely you can hear her distinctive voice.. She also backed the Righteous Bros on You've lost that loving feeling. It was Sonny Bono who introduced her to Phil Spector who created his Wall Of Sound used on both productions.
Phil Spector died January 16, 2021 covid, prison for murder.
Sonny Bono
@@ColoradoGrami thanks for that. I've amended comment.
True. The Ronettes were not available for the recording. You can see them here, but that's not them singing.
The Ronettes opened for the Beatles during their first US tour. They were huge for about 3-4 years, and then they were gone, largely due to Phil Spector's insane jealousy about her.
When the Ronettes went to England, prior to the Beatles tour of the USA, THEY opened for the Ronettes. . .the Beatles US tour, the Ronettes opened for the Beatles, but Ronnie Spector was NOT a part of the tour because of Phil's jealousy. . .
There was a TV documentary on the Ronettes and Spector - they were talking about this, she was just sitting and suddenly she just SANG - no mic, no backing just singing with all the power she ever had ...
R.I.P. Ronnie we love you
Everything about this song is so lovable, but Ronnie really makes it special.
I think you will love this group too: The Chiffons - One Fine Day, He's So Fine
That vibrato is so distinct. Love her ❤️ RIP Ronnie
That’s exactly it. The vibrato is so unique.
Melissa Ward here. She was epitome of cool when I was a young girl. And such a distinctive voice.
I love the 50s and 60s music.
And lets hear it for her overcoming the physical and mental abuse from her husband Phil Spector. He was an awful human and she survived
Very popular in UK
Orlons. Dancing in the street
No need to indulge in negativity
@@willkittwk Why not?
@@timsanford5310 lol
For the 60's The Shirelles "Will you love me tomorrow" needs to be at the front of the line. 70's would be the 3 degrees "when will I see you again" is a great example of the Philadelphia sound.
Upvote the Shirelles! Also produced by the crazy Phil Spector, I think.
I had no idea Ronnie was so adorable, especially in this video. Looks as perfect as the voice and song.
You love that chorus the best BECAUSE not only are the vocals outstanding, the musical structure at this point of the song is using the strongest 4 chord movement in music. It is 1, 6,4,5 chord progression in the key of the song. It doesn't get any stronger. It flows seamlessly
This girl band was amazing. This song was also in "Dirty Dancing". They have a huge hit list. You have to work your way down that list.
I second the going down the Dirty Dancing Rabbit hole. Such a mixture of 60's and late 80s songs by iconic artists you have done and some new arists
I third that. I was surprised when she said it sounded familiar that she didn’t realize where from.
@@tristramhurd5879 I have forgotten but did Patrick swayze sing a top 10 single from that movie as well, I remember the song but can't come with the title something about the wind. LoL old age wrecks havic on the memory sometimes especially when over indulging with mother nature's favorite plant. LoL 💩💩💩😂😂😂
@@andreamccollum3285 it was She's Like the Wind from the Dd soundtrack thst Patrjck Swayze recorded
That reply was for James Seller..sorry andrea...spell corrector gone mad
Imo...this song is a PERFECT pop song. Everything about it is perfection. RIP Ronnie
Please also do her version of You Can't Put Your Arms Around A Memory
She did a Johnny Thunders cover??? I'm going to find it
Holy shit. Joey too? Well, thanks for reducing me to tears
She covered that? I need it. I need it now.
She did a great song with Joey as well, "Bye Bye Baby". But my favourite version of "You Can't Put Your Arms Around A Memory" is live at The Canyon just a little over 3 years ago, still sounding strong as ever and talking a bit about meeting Johnny & Joey - there's video here on TH-cam ❤
The perfect pop song. RIP Ronnie Spector, the lady with the unforgettable voice.
Every new generation will adore the Ronnetts.
Now that you have listened to this , you know the reference “ Just Like Ronnie Sang “ on Eddie Money’s song Take Me Home Tonight feat. Ronnie Spector
Have they reacted to that one yet? I came here to say that they should
Yes!
They reacted to that one already
If you've ever heard the Bob Seger song "Night Moves", there's a line where he says "started humming a song from 1962..." and even though this was actually '63, he changed the year to make it sound better in the verse, but this is that song.
There was Ronnie and the Ronettes, Martha and the Vandellas, Mary and the Shangri-las. The 3 best girl groups of the sixties.
OMG! Imagine hearing Be My Baby for the very first time! I envy the young who have still to do that!
The legendary wall of sound.
Accompanied by some of the greatest voices you'll ever hear. RIP Ronnie 🎸 🤘
50/60’s Girl Groups:
- The Shirelles
- The Marvelettes
- Martha Reeves & The Vandellas
- The Supremes
Ronnie was stunningly beautiful and what an amazing singer too. The wall of sound was a phenomenal musical experience
Cher sang backup on the Crystals' "Da Do Ron Ron," the Ronettes' "Be My Baby," and the Righteous Brothers' "You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'. Sonny worked in studio for Phil Spector and she filled in for the girls a bit.
Yes, but she rarely talks about those days and she is never critical. She is very PC.
Veronica Bennett, sister Estelle Bennett, and cousin Nedra Talley - three beautiful Hispanic singers who just wowed the music scene in the 60s thanks to great songwriting and Phil Spector's production - beehives and mini-skirts still make my heart race to this day!! It's mentioned elsewhere that Brian Wilson of the Beach Boys loved this song. His own 'Don't Worry Baby' was written somewhat as an answer that matched the style of the song and later, Ronnie would cover that song herself.
Veronica Bennet and Estelle's father was Irish American and their mother was Black and Cherokee,Their cousin Nedra was Puerto Rican! And she should have dumped the Specter name after she escaped from Phil Specter with her life. He did everything he could to ruin her career after she ran!
@@smedleybutler1969 That's right. I think, that some may assume the Ronettes to be Puerto Rican, because they are from the Spanish Harlem area of Manhattan.
@@smedleybutler1969 Yeah. First he tried to ruin her life while they were married, then he tried to destroy her after. An amazing, all time piece of dirt Phil Spector was.
Ronnie kept the Spector name because it was well known, and Bennet wasn't.
This single was released and became a big hit in late 1963. The Ronettes were a contemporary group with Motown's major girl group, The Supremes, altho the Supremes first #1 hit, Where Did Our Love Go, was a hit later in the summer of 1964. Other successful girl groups of the era would include The Shirelles, Martha and the Vandellas, The Shangri-Las and The Marvelettes.
And they did it all with class and respect.
Outstanding, and the excellent drummer was the late Hal Blaine.
Yes Amber, you have heard her before. About 4 months ago you two did a reaction to Eddie Money's song "Take me Home Tonight" released in 1986, Ronnie Spector sings background "Be my little Baby" in the song and she only appears for a little bit throughout the video in the shadows and then boom we see her near the end! That was a treat to most of us who knew who was singing the "Be my little Baby" part to finally see her at the end of the video! Watch it again if you would like to. Amber enjoyed her voice in that song too! Great Reaction! Peace!
I swear that was a funny song 😂
Ronnie’s voice just pops, one of the best. Nice tribute to a legend.
My absolute favorite song ever. One Christmas my husband gave me the 45 for our jukebox. This was OUR song. ❤️
Also featured at a ( she was much older) in take me home tonight by Eddie money! She does a spectacular job in that song as well. I think every one loved her!!
Girl groups of the 60's. You could do nothing but those for female Friday and have enough for months. So many great girl groups.
Martha Reeves & Vandellas (Dancing in the Streets)
The Exciters (Tell Him)
Supremes (way too many hits to list just one)
Shirelles (Will You Love Me Tomorrow)
The Dixie Cups (Going to the Chapel)
Don't forget The Chiffons.
As a 73 year old, I am enjoying immensely watching you 2 young lovebirds react to the music I grew up with. I bought my first two 45s in 1957 - Elvis' Jailhouse Rock & Jerry Lee Lewis' Great Balls of Fire. When I moved to eastern North Carolina in 1970 from Richmond, VA, I became exposed to Country for the first time. I enjoy multiple genres and appreciate that you react to a big variety. The oldies are still my favorites and I will continue to enjoy your discovery of the top artists of my youth. Bravo to you both. keep it up.
I call her Ronnie Bennett, and refuse to call her by that other last name.
This is another one of the fabulous girl groups from the early 60's. Phil Spector produced this group. He later married the lead singer Ronnie. They had some great hits including "Be My Baby", "Baby, I Love You", "(The Best Part of) Breakin' Up" & "Walking In The Rain". Sadly we just lost Ronnie but she left a great legacy of her music.
They are well past due for reacting to Diana Ross & The Supremes.
Best part of breaking up is my favorite
@@LiberalsArePoop Yes they were one of the all time greats.
Brian Wilson of the Beach Boys called this 'the perfect pop song'.
Ronnie had the best personality. She was such a sweetheart !
HAL Blaine on the drums and Ronnie on vocals make one of the best tracks of all times. HAL passed in 2019 . Both a massive loss to music. R.I.P.
Ronnie Spector sang the "Be my baby" part of the Eddie Money song "Take me Home Tonight".
This era of music is amazing! Such talent! The Supremes, The Ronnettes, The Shirelles and so many more.
Probably my fave 60s girl group song! Love it (and them) soooo much!!! We also simultaneously lost one of the singers in the Dixie Cups, who sang Chapel of Love.
This is illustrative of Phil Spector's production: his WALL OF SOUND.
The greatest pop song ever. I read that when Ronnie started singing at the recording the guys in the wrecking crew put down their instruments in awe. Her lunatic husband still made her do 42 takes.
Born 1950 and I remember this fabulous tune. We needed this and it was so sweet. Thank you for your marvelous channel.
Ronnettes are still loved and respected today! This song is so fun and recognizable, it's used still, as background in movies, commercials etc. It was still on the radio when I was a child, and as fun today as it was then!! Thanks for sharing!!
So many great girl groups from the early 60’s. The Shirelles, Marvelettes, Supremes, etc. And you have to definitely hit the Go-Gos from the 80’s.
Great reaction! Actually the Andrews Sisters were big in the 30’s, 40’s and early 50’s, the Ronettes were late 50’s (did not hit their stride yet) and basically solidly early and mid 60’s. Different vibe entirely.
I waa just think this when he said Andrews sisters. The Ronnettes would be closer or right before the Supremes time-frame
You would love the Marvallettes too, they had several hits in the 60's, brilliant voices RIP Ronnie Spector ❤️
Always loved "When You're Young and in Love".
Loved the Marvellettes.
And remember when you reacted to Eddie Money's Take Me Home Tonight - and he'd sing "Just like Ronnie Said", and then she danced into the auditorium? That was her! They Bay City Rollers did a cover of this, and it was one of their best records - it got way up there in the charts - that was in the mid to late 70's.
One of the greatest pop songs of all time. RIP Ronnie.
When you guys listened to Take Me Home Tonight by Eddie Money - and the line in the song goes "Just like Ronnie said - be my little baby" - THIS is the Ronnie he was talking about. RIP to an amazing performer.
Its Eddie Money and im almost positive they have done that song
@@jamestate5059 It is and they have.
I love all of the 'girl groups' from the 1960s! Great choice, especially since we just recently lost Ronnie S. For Female Friday you might also check out these women from the 1960s: Barbara Lewis -- Baby I'm Yours; Barbara Mason--Yes, I'm Ready; Timi Yuro--Make the World Go Away; and Astrud Gilberto with Stan Getz (1964)--Girl From Ipanema. (Stan Getz was a famous jazz saxophonist.)
The best ever original 👍🏼
Contemporaries of The Ronettes was a group called The Crystals, also produced by Ronnie's then-husband Phil Spector. Their big hit was Da Doo Ron Ron, another iconic song from this time. Both these groups were a huge influence on everyone who followed, especially the Motown girl groups.
who else loves when they upload ❤️
I don't think they would have subscribed if they didn't
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U mad bro?
Maybe u need some counseling?
Most of us love them dearly…
kick rocks, douchebag
@@sg-yq8pm fast forward/smile
You are such a “like ho”. 😘
RIP Ronnie Spector
I love how well you respect old time music! Huge respect for your reactions! Keep up the good work!
First heard The Ronnettes back in 1963 in the UK...instant crush!
All of us brother.
Hey Jay and Amber in this reaction not only did you get the epic Ronnie Spector but you also got Cher because when this song was recorded one of the girls had a flat and couldn't make it to the session and before Cher was Cher she stepped in as a back round singer on this track
Sonny Bono was also a regular studio teammate of Phil Spector involved in production and background vocals -- which explains why Cher was a logical choice to step in.
She was really holding back in this performance. They did this song on television a different time and then broke into "Shout" right after it (it's on TH-cam too) and that performance of "Be My Baby" really shows off her power. Look for that one. Also, talking about legacies and influence, there are four or five women whose voices influenced everyone who came after them, you should look for those singers: Bessie Smith, Ethel Waters, Ma Rainey, Mamie Smith, and Blanche Calloway. Enjoy the journey.
She's singin in that baby doll voice on purpose didn't want a power voice to overshadow her cuteness and sexiness.
If you love Ronnie's voice, you should listen to the Chantels with Arlene Smith as lead singer singing Maybe. They are from the late 50's. She has a great voice also
Ronnie was an amazing woman who survived so much turmoil. Her voice was simply awesome. I grew up in the 70's, listening to many different genres of music, including her music. So very sad to her of her death. I will remember her fondly.
You guys reacted to "Take Me Home Tonight" by Eddie Money a few months back, and Ronnie Spector actually sang the backup vocal excerpts from this song, on that song...Even the lyrics from that song, "Just like Ronnie sang..." lol
RIP Ronnie….her back up singers were her sister and cousin.
Big influence on Joan Jett, Amy Winehouse, the Beatles, the Beach Boys…such a huge female pioneer.
She had a troubled very abusive past with her ex- husband Phil Spector. He was eventually convicted of the murder of another woman.
Didn't Phil Spector pass in 2020 or 2021?
@@dianetaylor841 Yes, he passed away in prison - Covid, I think. I'm glad Ronnie got to outlive that little toad, even if it was just by a few months.
The greatest song of all time.
Ronnie Spector was a dynamo great voice great entertainer will miss her presence greatly never saw her where she failed to electrify thanks for shining a light on her
Her voice was so unique and soulful, you could feel it in your heart. Music was so uplifting and happy in the 60s, I’m so grateful to have been there at the time.
Thanks for honoring Ronnie Spector (snd the Ronettes) with this reaction. You picked the right video. This song will live forever.
This was an era before my time; I feel like they were as important culturally as they were musically. They brought a new ethnicity and female sexuality to popular American music loved by teens without being overtly trashy. The mascara and hair was a bit shocking (and influenced that generation’s fashion) but you can see they dressed and performed like ladies. The girl group era was very short lived but influential to this day.
Your gen heard her in the Eddie Money song first- probably. Remember this here was the infancy of rock n roll...so this was mind blowing. On a personal note, Ronnie unexpectedly showed up at a benefit concert I attended in Chicago years ago called, The Fourth Waltz. To this day whenever I hear this song I feel so lucky to have seen her❤️
Married ( unhappily ) to PhilSpector who created the backing “ wall of Sound “. Ronnie was an Icon of American girl groups. Baby I love you was probably the best of many hits.
If you loved "Be My Baby" try "Walking in the Rain" from the same album.
That's My Favorite ❤🥰❤
Absolutely.
This song might sound familiar because Ronnie and the chorus to this song were featured in the Eddie Money song "Take Me Home Tonight" which you guys reacted to a while back.
She was severely physically snd mentally abused by Phil Spector, a genius record producer who eventually died in prison after a murder conviction. She was a true survivor.
Those pre-Motown girl groups of the 60s were a whole incredible genre of their own... the Shirelles, the Crystals, the Ronettes, and many more. Influenced everyone from Amy Winehouse to the Beatles.
Some songs to look for that were memorable, iconic hits of that era:
And Then He Kissed Me
Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow?
Going to the Chapel
and dozens more...
Thank you so much for doing this song promptly! We owe this Lady appreciation!!! 👍
Thanks for listening to The Ronettes. Its only right and fitting due to the recent passing of the iconic Ronnie who is now reunited with her dear sister and fellow band mate Estelle, teaching the angels how to sing like a Ronette 🙏💕
This was a roller rink must in my young teens, and Ronnie sounded exactly the same when I saw her on Letterman in the late 80's !
coming from that time...she's the best.
You mentioned The Ronettes were one of the influences for Amy Winehouse. Another influence from the 60's were girl group The Shangri Las. Worth listening to too
Love them! Agreed!
Maybe they should check out Ronnie's cover of Back to Black in 2011
You have heard that line before and also seen her perform before. She was the guest on Eddie Money's video for "Take Me Home Tonight". The line in his song says "Just like Ronnie says, 'Be my little baby'", and she sings the "be my baby part as well as being in the video, though she's quite a bit older than here. So this is the first time for listening to the Ronnettes, but not to Ronnie Spector.
I’d heard the song many times before they reacted to it but this is where I found out who Ronnie was in the song. Now I’ll have to listen to their react to it again.
@@walterrutherford8321 Meanwhile, I knew she was in the song but it was days ago that I found out she's in the video as well. I'd thought that was a model brought in to play the part.
The musicians used on this tune were out of Los Angeles and worked for the producer (Phil Spector…a nut job basket case but absolutely brilliant musically). They were known as The Wrecking Crew. There was a film made about them a few years ago. They supplied ALL of the music for acts like The Beach Boys, The Carpenters, Manas and Papas, as well as Sinatra, Elvis, and many many others. The drummer on Be My Baby recorded over 35,000 songs in his illustrious career. His name is Hal Blaine. Seven Grammys for record of the year…in succession.
I urge you to watch The Wrecking Crew movie, along with Muscle Shoals. The information will absolutely floor you.
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Mark McCullum
No, it's not the first time you've reacted to Ronnie Spector. She was the female singing along with Eddie Money on Take Me Home Tonight, which directly quoted this song. And since I've had a crush on Ronnie(as millions of others Did who grew up in the 60s) I'm truly heartbroken to hear about her passing. R. I. P. Ronnie you will be sorely missed
What a fantastic song! The Ronnettes had several other influential songs worth checking out like Baby I Love You and Walking in the Rain. Some other killer girl groups from that period are The Dixie Cups with Iko Iko and Chapel of Love. The Shirelles with Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow (Amy Winehouse did a version of this one), Baby It's You, Dedicated To the One I Love, Mama Said and Soldier Boy. And of course there is the Supremes.
And the Starr Sisters, Every beat of my heart... Also lovely. It was before my time but so beautiful.
And The Shangri-Las
The best female vocal of that time period and the best backup singers. A timeless classic! RIP RS 😇😇😇😇😇🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶
Thank-you so much. I always thought people thought I was weird for saying that Ronnie S. and Amy W. each always tend to make me think of the other whenever I listen to them! You are the first folks I've ever heard say anything to confirm my feelings about this.
Andrews Sisters hits were 1937 to 1951 and known for "swing" and "boogie-woogie" styles. The Ronettes were active from 1957 to 1974 and known for "doo-wop". R&B, and soul.
Ronnie gets all the love (well deserved) but for us AARPers it wasn't Christmas until Ronette Darlene Love sang Christmas (Baby Please Come Home) on the David Letterman show which she did for almost 30 YEARS!!!!!!