Listen to a live version of "The Carpenters" performing, "Rainy Days and Mondays." (on You Tube). Tell me what you think of Karen Carpenter's voice (?)
I agree. She was special. And few voices today can honor her. Kelly Clarkson is one. Gabriel Henrique of Brazil, is another. Honestly, he can do justice to her. He does not yet speak English but listen to him sing "Fire to the rain". I would love that voice to sing "The moon is a harsh mistress" by Linda. Gabriel was invited to audition for AGT. He will shine on stage June 1. I keep dropping hints for him to cover Linda's exceptional voice. Hope you listen.✌️💖🌹
@@johngould-cd1ojCarpenter was a grotesque sour note square. Couldn't sing live. Dreadful material and she sang saccharine love songs with her creepy brother. Ronstadt was one of the greatest vocalists in the studio or live.
@@larrybarrjr.6720 When you're young, you can really do it. Then you get in your mid 30s and on into your 40s and you can still do it and then suddenly you look up and it has slipped away. I was a guitar player and then got old with arthritis and poor! It was gone. Life is hard, but I think it's supposed to be, strangely enough. Peace friend.
She could sing anything and that voice ,well just listen! one of my favourites , Goodbye My Friend I defy anyone to watch the episode of The Wonder Years where Kevins teacher dies and not end up sobbing.❤
One of the greatest all round female singers but Cher, Amy Winehouse, Tina Turner, Joan Jett, Big Mama Cass, Karen Carpenter, Diana Ross, Dusty Springfield, Patti Smith, PJ Harvey, Janis Joplin, Chrissie Hynde prolly had the edge in a lotta songs of theirs … girl groups like The Ronettes , The Marvelettes , Shakespeares Sister etc etc etc
Love this beautiful lady. Growing up in the 70's, I still play Linda's music nearly every day. She is an amazing talent that will transcend well into the future. Cheers Linda! Thank you.
still is I imagine. I saw her on a talk show when she was very young. She walked on barefoot and not wearing a bra which was obvious. The woman host was flabbergasted and rude. Wish that video is still around but I cannot find it. Can anyone help?
The good thing that has come from this is that she now uses her voice to speak with &, meaning by that, her simple & to-the-point remark made @ the Kennedy Center. The rest is how she has used "Common Sense" to structure her time that is left. But, yes, my heart does the human thing & I ache right along with you @ the loss of the heroic singing.
@@StilettoSniper A better word would be challenging.... She needs the exact ingredients for her mission/vison ... Gotta have the right internal make up to rise with Linda.
You nailed it Richard! Saw her live a few times, and she could easily throw that beautiful voice to the back of the crowd along with every instrument on stage. She was brilliant.
In radio 5O years, heard them all.. She is the most versatile artist ever. Rock, pop, country, soul, big band, Hispanic...did it all credibly. Never a stretch.
Linda Ronstadt turned 74 this very day! Congratulations ms. Ronstadt! I've been listening to your beautiful voice and music for more than 50 years now (i'm 59 myself). I'm so sorry that Parkinson's disease has taken it's toll on your live en forced you to stop singing. I wish you strength and all the best from a fan from the Netherlands and I'm pretty sure also on behalf of all your fans all over the world. Fortunately I can still enjoy all your songs and performances on TH-cam. It reminds me how great and beautiful personality you are. Yours truly.
Lawrence Clayton, USMC you have a point. There was just something about the key she sang in, her pitch that really appealed to me. Linda is my all time favorite though, no one even comes close as second favorite.
If people knew anything about the LA music scene in the early 70's they'd realize that this is NOT a 'country version' - its foremost and only a LINDA version.
I've been within 5 feet of this angel twice back in the 70's. Two different towns. Our eyes have met. 50 years later, I'm still spellbound. Best female vocalist ever. ❤
Have listened to a lot of music in the 64 years of my lifetime. Her voice is one that only comes along once in a lifetime, if you are lucky. Have always been amazed by just how good she actually was. Really saddened by the fact that her voice has been silenced forever. There are so many things that I miss from the past, and listening to new music from her is one of them.
I can think of female voices that have (had) more nuance -- Joni Mitchell, Dionne Warwick -- but Ronstadt's voice comes very close to those, and for certain kinds of songs -- like this one -- her voice is perfectly suited. What a shame that she now has Parkinson's disease. Of course, those other great ladies have lost their youthful voices too.
@@calebmurdock2028 The point she's making is Linda Ronstadt' has covered everything, NOT just HER own Songs, Such as ''Joni'' or ''Dionne.'' has, true, they are Fine Artist, loss not in the same way, good day, All.
Great post. I've got 10 years on you age wise. Usually envy you "kids" but I was lucky enough to get to hear her from the beginning right up to recordings now. I consider her work to be an important part of the 'soundtrack of my life'. Believe me, ten years from now you will appreciate her even more. BTW check out The Trio tracks with Linda, Dolly, & Emmylou. Super harmony plus the 3 are great friends still.
@@sandburgmartin7947 Yes, unfortunately I started listening to Linda a little late, the first new song I heard from her was Heat Wave in around 74 or 75, and I was hooked. I think I saw her sing that on the Howard Cosell show, of all things. Fortunately, she has a large catalog of diverse work (I even like the Nelson Riddle stuff) and I plan on listening to most of it and picking out some new personal favorites. Believe me, I appreciate her work immensely now.
@@lindaronstadt3938 No one is a nicest person than you. Love you for all that you have contributed to music. Did not see your response until now. My bad. You have many fans. BEST EVER. Will prayer for you but I also on the fence .
Brooke Hanley What is this was crap. She is still beautiful and I know it. She is as pure as life has let her be. I keep saying this but listen close. She was a friend and I stand up for my friends. Do not jump to ill formed conclusions.
@@lindaronstadt3938 How funny if it was really Linda writing me. lol. Big fan going all the way back to seeing Linda play live with the Beach Boys in the 70's. Good stuff !!
Too true. Linda just loved the song. That was true from the word go. Whatever it was: folk, country, rock, Tamla Motown, ballads, opera, she sang it and she sang it superbly and she always gave it its due. I just loved her as a singer of anything. Now, singers are forced to be song-writers and they are so not and the result is, mostly, crap, Linda sang and gave every song its due and she sang some great songs.
Saw her live in the early 80’s at Cornell (back when Cornell had amazing concerts year after year…). She came onstage wearing a Cornell cheerleader outfit and had won over the entire audience by the 3rd note. Wonderful voice.
The first and in my humble opinion the best female vocalist who could fill stadiums. She is my all time favorite and yes I fell in love on first site and sound.
Don't be humble about it man! She was the Greatest Of All Time. The best genuine mezzo-soprano ever to lend her voice to popular music. And I mean like, she was a genuine operatic mezzo-soprano.
In history there's been a lot of great singers she's one of those but not the very best ever! I don't think anyone one person is the best ever. @@GaryNoone-jz3mq
When I saw her perfectly singing Rancheras, I understood this lady could sing anything. Her vocal range was INSANE, perhaps the most versatile voice in this era.
*No wonder she was penned 'the siren'. When Linda Ronstadt sang 'live' she just had this energy, few singers could, or will ever compare to. Her folksy blues singing hooked me, then her Country & Western style hooked me again with her 'Trio' albums, then later it was singing Nelson Riddle and his Orchestra. Bringing up the back, harmonizing with the great Aaron Neville. And her Spanish albums are just as fresh. Only the greatest female singer ever to be recorded on wax.*
One of the most amazing and dynamic voices ever. She performed so many styles of music: Rock & Roll, Rhythm & Blues, Country, Pop, Big Band, Folk. Linda you are loved - your voice will NEVER be stilled.
Yes and don’t forget her album “songs of my father“ where she sang the Mexican songs of her childhood. I don’t speak Spanish but I fell absolutely in love with that album, it was breathtakingly beautiful. Just like her.
50+ yrs for me,so sad that this wonderful generation of fantastic singers is now slipping away from us.linda with parkinsons,Areatha ,Donna , Arron Neville, to name but some, I'm glad I lived through that era, the music was great and the living was easy.
Something so wonderful, warm and sad about her voice. Everyone wanted a piece of her - " sing this, sing that " instead Linda wrapped her voice around whatever she felt fit her heart and mood at the time. This is the best Motown cover - ever. Luv her.
Some of us remember the 70's. Some lived it but do not remember. This performance brings it all back. It was a great time. thanks Linda for bringing us back.
Who is still hanging out here with me and still Listening and Loving Linda Ronstadt in August 2024 ???
Listening with you from Papua New Guinea 🇵🇬
Been listening in NYC since '74
En serio 🇲🇽
Viva Linda Ronstadt
Live to 120
Never stopped listening to her. I always will.
@@chrishuntington5313 Mi piace ancora dopo cinquanta anni!
Me!!!
She was born to sing.
Her voice is magic.
Yeah I can’t stop ✋ listening to her songs till date.
"There are two kinds of people, those who have a crush on Linda, and those who've never met her." Willie Nelson
I never met her and I've had a crush since I was 17, 1972
I’ve Never Known Linda but I’ve had a crush on her since she first came out
I’m 1967 when I was 12 years old
He actually said that about Emmylou Harris
I've always had a crush on Linda since I was in high school
I've had a crush on Linda since I was in
Prettiest lady the lord ever put together. I saw her in Tampa. About 5 feet from her. You couldn’t quit looking at how perfect she was
😂😂
Agree. Prettiest face ever to walk this earth.
❤
Linda at the top of her game and some heavy hitters including Andrew Gold and Peter Asher!
My God,have you ever heard anything more beautiful than this??? Linda was one of the GREAT singers ever!!
Thinking...will get back to you!
Yeah Jessica Mauboys version
Its fabulous bud 👍
I wept when I heard she could no longer sing.💔
One of t'he greatest singers wonderful versión performed with feeling
She’s gorgeous in every way imaginable. 50yrs later and that teenage crush is still alive. Wow!
Nobody ever sang like her before or since. Just an extraordinary voice.
Listen to a live version of "The Carpenters" performing, "Rainy Days and Mondays." (on You Tube). Tell me what you think of Karen Carpenter's voice (?)
I agree. She was special. And few voices today can honor her. Kelly Clarkson is one. Gabriel Henrique of Brazil, is another. Honestly, he can do justice to her. He does not yet speak English but listen to him sing "Fire to the rain". I would love that voice to sing "The moon is a harsh mistress" by Linda.
Gabriel was invited to audition for AGT. He will shine on stage June 1. I keep dropping hints for him to cover Linda's exceptional voice. Hope you listen.✌️💖🌹
@@johngould-cd1oj I agree with both of you each were great singers.
@@johngould-cd1ojCarpenter was a grotesque sour note cornball. She literally couldn't carry Ronstadt's toothbrush.
@@johngould-cd1ojCarpenter was a grotesque sour note square. Couldn't sing live. Dreadful material and she sang saccharine love songs with her creepy brother. Ronstadt was one of the greatest vocalists in the studio or live.
She's one of those rare singers who balances flawless technique with great soulfulness. Her voice is powerful yet beautifully vulnerable.
She worked in so many "genres," as well. She even released some albums in Spanish language. It really is amazing how versatile her talent is.
Well put.
@@larrybarrjr.6720 She has Parkinson's now and can't sing anymore.
@@grantsmythe8625 I know, it's unfortunate that she retired because she couldn't live up to her standards of performance.
@@larrybarrjr.6720 When you're young, you can really do it. Then you get in your mid 30s and on into your 40s and you can still do it and then suddenly you look up and it has slipped away.
I was a guitar player and then got old with arthritis and poor! It was gone. Life is hard, but I think it's supposed to be, strangely enough. Peace friend.
Most versatile female singer ever. She did rock, country, mariachi, big band and some more.
Linda Ronstadt was SO underrated. She has one of the most unique, heart tugging voices of her era.
Underrated? Linda was never underrated. She was a superstar. You must be young.
She could sing anything and that voice ,well just listen! one of my favourites , Goodbye My Friend I defy anyone to watch the episode of The Wonder Years where Kevins teacher dies and not end up sobbing.❤
Never... always a bright ⭐
Underrated?? by who?
Not under rated at all!!!
Linda Ronstadt is one of the greatest female singers of all time!!
Nope not ONE of the greatest THE GREATEST
One of the greatest all round female singers but Cher, Amy Winehouse, Tina Turner, Joan Jett, Big Mama Cass, Karen Carpenter, Diana Ross, Dusty Springfield, Patti Smith, PJ Harvey, Janis Joplin, Chrissie Hynde prolly had the edge in a lotta songs of theirs … girl groups like The Ronettes , The Marvelettes , Shakespeares Sister etc etc etc
Amen
@@paulbroatch6419 Dusty and Amy were in her league, but not as good
Totally agree! The best there’s ever been😍
If there is a heaven, the angels sing and look like Linda Ronstadt.
Yeah I can’t stop ✋ listening to her songs till date.
Love this beautiful lady. Growing up in the 70's, I still play Linda's music nearly every day. She is an amazing talent that will transcend well into the future. Cheers Linda! Thank you.
Yeah I can’t stop ✋ listening to her songs till date.
Did back stage security for her on a couple of shows, she was gracious, kind, beautiful and everything you'd hope for. Lovely human being.
My heart throb as a teen
Still got a crush on her! (at 58!)
It's so nice to hear that. She seems humble in interviews.
still is I imagine. I saw her on a talk show when she was very young. She walked on barefoot and not wearing a bra which was obvious. The woman host was flabbergasted and rude. Wish that video is still around but I cannot find it. Can anyone help?
@@albernal6653 Wow! I wonder what show it was. Was it an American talk show? Was it a daytime talk show, and about what year was it?
The underappreciated Andrew Gold playing acoustic guitar. I believe he was her band leader for a period in the 70s. Great talent as well.
and the eagles as back ups.
You’re right, she could sing anything flawlessly and I mean anything
Linda, your recordings make our hearts glow... and your forced silence makes our hearts ache.
She was married to the gov of Cal.
@@stevecarroll7953 Not married to Jerry Brown, but they were an item for a while in the 70s. They showed up together at music venues around LA.
@@janegoodman4913 If they were not married they put on one hell of a show
John Brown
So well put ... your words say it all.
The good thing that has come from this is that she now uses her voice to speak with &, meaning by that, her simple & to-the-point remark made @ the Kennedy Center. The rest is how she has used "Common Sense" to structure her time that is left. But, yes, my heart does the human thing & I ache right along with you @ the loss of the heroic singing.
To the fans of LINDA RONSTADT, have a good weekend!
You too!
I simply love her music.
Notice how she hits the note, EVERY note, EVERY time.... spot-on..... No auto-tune needed.
She is a well-known perfectionist when it comes to music and singing. Some said that made her very hard to work with.
yup was thinking everything so tight no loose ends and if so meant so precise
It’s called perfect pitch. Very few singers have it. Less women than men because women can hit more octaves than men. She has perfect pitch.
@@StilettoSniper A better word would be challenging.... She needs the exact ingredients for her mission/vison ... Gotta have the right internal make up to rise with Linda.
Auto tune is for amateurs or/and Boyzone
SHE HAS SUCH A BEAUTIFUL VOICE, SUCH CLARITY.
Beautiful inside and out. One of the world's great female vocalists.
Fantastic singer, now 76 👍
She may be the most complete singer who ever lived. She literally sang everything.
She awesome, but for me that award would go to Ella Fitzgerald .
Ella Fitzgerald and Judy Garland... Linda..no way. ..
Bilbo..spot on...rock,blues,country,classics….she did it all
Bilbo Baggins ... Angel on Earth
@@keepsmilin5766 dont forget opera and mariachi. Literally sang it all.
One of the greatest era's of really good music.
One of few American vocalist that has covered nearly ALL genre of music; AND did it WELL!
Country, Spanish, R&B, Jazz, Pop, etc. What a talent!!!
Why is every Linda Ronstadt video a live version? Because she's that good.
Because live is where the crowd and the artist work together and create magic!
You nailed it Richard! Saw her live a few times, and she could easily throw that beautiful voice to the back of the crowd along with every instrument on stage. She was brilliant.
Pure angelic voice, 'don't need no stinkin autotune'.
From what I have seen, she is that rare singer that I believe sounded better live than recorded, whether that makes sense or not.
The purest voice, best female vocalist across all genres period!
Amen!....
No doubt
Gladys Knight gave her a run for her money. Both of them consummate professionals.
@@williambartley7007 She did and Karen Carpenter.
@@lorraineb.4698 : You beat me to it :)
Imagine growing up in the 60s and 70s. I am so thankful to have had Linda as a musical influence.
My first concert was Linda at Tanglewood 1973 I still had the ticket stub.
In 1975 I had a severe crush. It has only grown stronger.
@@fredmoore8661 EVERYONE DID.
@@Coldwarrior7781
Nooo shit?
@@Coldwarrior7781
Yes indeed.
In radio 5O years, heard them all.. She is the most versatile artist ever. Rock, pop, country, soul, big band,
Hispanic...did it all credibly. Never a stretch.
100 % true. No one could sing like her.
How luck we were to grow up with the sound of the amazing voice of that beautiful woman. Love you Linda
Buon Compleanno meravigliosa LINDA RONSTADT...
Arguably the greatest female vocalist of all time, certainly the most beautiful fan forever🇦🇺
Brilliant! There's a reason why Ronstadt was the biggest-selling artist of the 1970s. Just listen. Brilliant!
The one female artist who could equally sell out a rock, country, or folk concert. What voice, versatile, soulful and yet powerful, simply wonderful!
Y música ranchera también de manera memorable!!
Linda Ronstadt turned 74 this very day! Congratulations ms. Ronstadt! I've been listening to your beautiful voice and music for more than 50 years now (i'm 59 myself). I'm so sorry that Parkinson's disease has taken it's toll on your live en forced you to stop singing. I wish you strength and all the best from a fan from the Netherlands and I'm pretty sure also on behalf of all your fans all over the world. Fortunately I can still enjoy all your songs and performances on TH-cam. It reminds me how great and beautiful personality you are. Yours truly.
I want to turn back my clock if not to only experience concerts like hers and many others ALMOST as GREAT!!!😢
(THANKS YOU-TUBE!!!!!!)
Best vocalist ever..and I’m still watching this in 2024……
Every time I listened to Linda, she held my heart in her hands.
I love the shrug at the end..'Is that okay?' She had no idea of its perfection!
What a great tune
Hi Jeffrey, How’re you doing today
And this isn't the version that was released!
One of the most gorgeous voices ever!!! I was so thrilled to grow up with the music of the 60’s & 70’s!!! Heaven on earth!!!!
Hello Maureen..
Yeah I can’t stop ✋ listening to her songs till date.
I am at 75 just loving Linda and have done since my 20"s
83 here. You never forget. Came back from Nam and she was here.
To be able to sing an entire song flawlessly in one take is something a lot of today’s stars just can’t do. Karen Carpenter had that gift too.
She spot on in concert.
Billybob Bubbawubba why she never did a live album is baffling. She just lets loose and really belts it out in concert.
And Eva Cassidy!
TJ Wash RONSTADT was vocally stunning. Karen Carpenter was a grotesque cornball musically. IMHO.
Lawrence Clayton, USMC you have a point. There was just something about the key she sang in, her pitch that really appealed to me. Linda is my all time favorite though, no one even comes close as second favorite.
She may be the most complete singer who ever lived. She literally sang everything. Beautifully.
If people knew anything about the LA music scene in the early 70's they'd realize that this is NOT a 'country version' - its foremost and only a LINDA version.
Zero auto-tune, live in the studio with the actual musicians, one take. We used to call that TALENT.
Well Put ! Talent
A rare commodity these days, don't throw away your platters and turntable!
So you think talent is no longer being handed out by the creator, do ya? Not likely.
@@danc3693 it exists but it isn't being used!
Amen!
I've got chills. Her voice is sooo beautiful. Also nice to hear she's a gracious person.
Amazing singer, beautiful face, charming personality and very smart. She really had it all
She met Bernie Sanders recently, it was a mutual admiration society, Linda in a wheel chair and Bernie telling her he was a huge fan.
I've been within 5 feet of this angel twice back in the 70's. Two different towns. Our eyes have met. 50 years later, I'm still spellbound. Best female vocalist ever. ❤
Real people, that simple. Extremely underrated.
One of the Greatest Voices of my Generation, truly authentic, powerful and flawless
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Have listened to a lot of music in the 64 years of my lifetime. Her voice is one that only comes along once in a lifetime, if you are lucky. Have always been amazed by just how good she actually was. Really saddened by the fact that her voice has been silenced forever. There are so many things that I miss from the past, and listening to new music from her is one of them.
I can think of female voices that have (had) more nuance -- Joni Mitchell, Dionne Warwick -- but Ronstadt's voice comes very close to those, and for certain kinds of songs -- like this one -- her voice is perfectly suited. What a shame that she now has Parkinson's disease. Of course, those other great ladies have lost their youthful voices too.
@@calebmurdock2028 The point she's making is Linda Ronstadt' has covered everything, NOT just HER own Songs, Such as ''Joni'' or ''Dionne.'' has, true, they are Fine Artist, loss not in the same way, good day, All.
Great post.
I've got 10 years on you age wise. Usually envy you "kids" but I was lucky enough to get to hear her from the beginning right up to recordings now. I consider her work to be an important part of the 'soundtrack of my life'. Believe me, ten years from now you will appreciate her even more.
BTW check out The Trio tracks with Linda, Dolly, & Emmylou. Super harmony plus the 3 are great friends still.
@@sandburgmartin7947 Yes, unfortunately I started listening to Linda a little late, the first new song I heard from her was Heat Wave in around 74 or 75, and I was hooked. I think I saw her sing that on the Howard Cosell show, of all things. Fortunately, she has a large catalog of diverse work (I even like the Nelson Riddle stuff) and I plan on listening to most of it and picking out some new personal favorites. Believe me, I appreciate her work immensely now.
Her singing DEFINES the standard of PERFECTION.
She didn't need gimmicks. Her voice said it all. A true genuine artist and lady.
No auto tune for sure.
🎉🎉First record I bought in 1974 was her “Greatest Hits”. Still love listening to her.
Humble and beautiful at the same time. No one like her.
Thanks for your comment and for being a fan, God bless you.. I text you on here because you're a big fan and you seems to be a very nice person 😍.
@@lindaronstadt3938 No one is a nicest person than you. Love you for all that you have contributed to music. Did not see your response until now. My bad. You have many fans. BEST EVER. Will prayer for you but I also on the fence .
If you see this multiple times it's only because not up to date how comments work on you tube. Sorry
Linda had a voice that was both powerful and smooth. One of the very best around.
Brooke Hanley
What is this was crap. She is still beautiful and I know it. She is as pure as life has let her be. I keep saying this but listen close. She was a friend and I stand up for my friends. Do not jump to ill formed conclusions.
THE BEST AROUND!
So, did Brooke Hanley say anything wrong here ?
Don't be mean !
She said nothing wrong!
Man I love her.........geeeez so awesome...
Thank you Lord for Linda Ronstadt
Beautiful woman, beautiful voice.
Thanks for your comment and for being a fan, God bless you.... I text you on here because you're a big fan and you seems to be a very nice person 😍
When Linda does someone else's song she makes It HER song. The face and voice of an angel.
That's really true and quite special, but let's not forget she always had a hell of a backing band.
@nuccten..exactly! Smokey Robinson released it in 1965, this one by HER IS better..
well stated.....
I consider MOST of her covers to be superior to the originals versions.
nuccten X...nope....
Damn, she is truly amazing. Thank you Linda for all the years. You are still the best.
Linda is the Soundtrack for an entire Generation.
She looked so soft but sang so clear and strong. When she shrugs at the end ...melts this Marine. The only musical woman for me.
What a doll🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
I love the days when talent didn't need to show itself off.. just accomplished musicians doing songs...
Thanks for your comment and for being a fan, God bless you.. I text you on here because you're a big fan and you seems to be a very nice person 😍
@@lindaronstadt3938 How funny if it was really Linda writing me. lol. Big fan going all the way back to seeing Linda play live with the Beach Boys in the 70's. Good stuff !!
Her , voice , heavenly 🙃🙃🙃🙃🙃🙃🙃🥰
Too true. Linda just loved the song. That was true from the word go. Whatever it was: folk, country, rock, Tamla Motown, ballads, opera, she sang it and she sang it superbly and she always gave it its due. I just loved her as a singer of anything. Now, singers are forced to be song-writers and they are so not and the result is, mostly, crap,
Linda sang and gave every song its due and she sang some great songs.
different times sir it is what it is
The voice.....AND the LOOKS!!!
Saw her live in the early 80’s at Cornell (back when Cornell had amazing concerts year after year…). She came onstage wearing a Cornell cheerleader outfit and had won over the entire audience by the 3rd note. Wonderful voice.
Linda walks into the studio and cuts two videos--this one and "Lose Again." Nails them both. What a fantastic voice, song stylist, and beautiful lady.
For some reason this version of this song keeps coming up on TH-cam and of course I play it every time! 👍
Prisoner in Disguise is one of my all time favorite albums. Always playing it. Thank you Linda for your wonderful gift to us all.
The first and in my humble opinion the best female vocalist who could fill stadiums. She is my all time favorite and yes I fell in love on first site and sound.
Don't be humble about it man! She was the Greatest Of All Time. The best genuine mezzo-soprano ever to lend her voice to popular music. And I mean like, she was a genuine operatic mezzo-soprano.
In history there's been a lot of great singers she's one of those but not the very best ever! I don't think anyone one person is the best ever. @@GaryNoone-jz3mq
When I saw her perfectly singing Rancheras, I understood this lady could sing anything. Her vocal range was INSANE, perhaps the most versatile voice in this era.
I think we all have tracks of tears🥲GOD Bless everyone ❤️70 s kids😊
*No wonder she was penned 'the siren'. When Linda Ronstadt sang 'live' she just had this energy, few singers could, or will ever compare to. Her folksy blues singing hooked me, then her Country & Western style hooked me again with her 'Trio' albums, then later it was singing Nelson Riddle and his Orchestra. Bringing up the back, harmonizing with the great Aaron Neville. And her Spanish albums are just as fresh. Only the greatest female singer ever to be recorded on wax.*
Gene Ebeling Well said Gene!😀
Well said
Oh absolutely. My favorite female singer of all time
Gene, not just wax, but tape, CDs, any other medium
My boyfriend went to school with her brother I saw her once she was so sweet & kind. I’ve been a fan of hers for 50+ years now. ❤
Beautiful soul x
That smile at the end is just so charming.
She has always been my favorite. I never get tired of listening to her.
Me too.... forever
Wow...she was so beautiful...and just an incredible voice.
Linda Ronstadt singing is one of the reasons life is so good and so beautiful. Thank you Linda!
Yeah I can’t stop ✋ listening to her songs till date.
Nobody writes ‘em like Smokey, and nobody sings ‘em like Linda.
Amen
Hello😊
You got it
Absolutely gorgeous, how can you possibly not have a crush on Linda Ronstadt. And that voice wow.
One of the most amazing and dynamic voices ever. She performed so many styles of music: Rock & Roll, Rhythm & Blues, Country, Pop, Big Band, Folk. Linda you are loved - your voice will NEVER be stilled.
Even some operatic singing!
Versatility personified.
Yes and don’t forget her album “songs of my father“ where she sang the Mexican songs of her childhood. I don’t speak Spanish but I fell absolutely in love with that album, it was breathtakingly beautiful. Just like her.
Vocally and visually in a league of her own. Simple, natural and pure -
One of the best in the 80
Fell in love with her and that voice over 45 years ago...still love her
50+ yrs for me,so sad that this wonderful generation of fantastic singers is now slipping away from us.linda with parkinsons,Areatha ,Donna , Arron Neville, to name but some, I'm glad I lived through that era, the music was great and the living was easy.
@@terryrowles7751 I agree! Had so much fun back then! Concerts didn't cost so much back then, went to hers!
Seen kinda on old grey whistle test when 18 now 62 and still listening and watching her videos best singer on this planet and always will be
Ya I think they were called Linda Ronstadt and the Stone Ponies.
I know I did too, and now I feel really old.
Linda is a true stylist, an incredible rendition. One of the most beautiful voices!😎👍❤️
Linda Ronstadt was both beautiful,and greatly talented.God bless this really sweet Memory,friends.
pure heaven, that voice. beautiful
Simply the purest tone in Rock history.
I don't need to live forever. I just wish I--we all--could stay young until it's time to check out of this life.
Oh my God, that voice. If I make Heaven Linda will be singing with the Angels. Love ya, Linda, always.
Thanks for your comment and for being a fan, God bless you.. I text you on here because you're a big fan and you seems to be a very nice person 😍.
she did a brilliant job with this awesome song
+Michael Smith best cover ever.
+Michael Smith Doesn't touch the original. Sorry. Also something that never needed to be covered. But white girls be wanting attention.
wha?
WRONG. Linda Rondstaft improved any song she ever did. Your loss you do not hear it.
No doubt. One of the best voices in the biz. Always imoroved the cover she did from the originals.
She's amazing...
Something so wonderful, warm and sad about her voice. Everyone wanted a piece of her - " sing this, sing that " instead Linda wrapped her voice around whatever she felt fit her heart and mood at the time. This is the best Motown cover - ever. Luv her.
She melted my heart everytime she sang. My favorite female singer of all time. Period. Linda Ronstadt, THE VOICE.
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I agree, absolutely magnificent performance
Spiders and snaks
Let me just say I'm over 60 and Linda and others will always be with me...
My hubby is gone now....but he had a major crush on this lady! I did too! She was a musical angel 😇 ❤️
This is as good as it gets people, to be able to see her and not just hear her. How could you not love this?
A vocalist of extraordinary talent. The real deal and a mighty fine heartbreaker.
Some of us remember the 70's. Some lived it but do not remember. This performance brings it all back. It was a great time. thanks Linda for bringing us back.
Linda was a heart bandit and as natural, pure and honest a vocalist as there ever was. Luv what she did with this Smokey tune.