He was integral when I was in the car with my mom. Now she is a heavy metal/rock and roll grandma...so my kids are learning the importance of these great musicians from the past.
@@MissMeggarz142 That is so awesome to hear. Hon, I am 66, never will grow up and a die hard rock n' roller. Kudos to your Mon. Thanks for stopping by and have a good one.
Billy Squier is a badass guitar player and a hellacious singer. Why is he so underrated and why is he not in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. He's put out some of the best music that's ever been put out..
Back in the 80s Billy was a staple for anyone who called themselves a rock-and-roll fan. When a song of his came on the radio you automatically turned it up, no questions asked!
What makes Billy Squier a true original is his unmistakable voice, his consummate guitar playing, and the passion and drive of his band. You put that all together, and you have effortless chemistry. There won't be another one like him. Billy Squier's music will live on and resonate with those who truly appreciate classic rock. Thank you so much for creating your own style and thank you for proving it was all worth it.
@@threalismaradona9899to be sure, Plant has influenced many of us. While I may not be a famous singer, I do arrive by longboat when I travel to coasts and I do occasionally ride horseback across the fields and forests of Wales, with my loyal falcon ready to drive out invaders to my castle. A little Plant is within all of us.
The truest test of an artist is how they sound live compared to the album. Billy Squire nails it everytime! Sound good without tech and then you can nail it.
Mr Squire is a rock genius. Never had a bad song. Deserves the utmost respect and credits. There has to be something higher than the rock roll hall of fame. That's exactly where you're at Billy.
Hell! I didn't know *''Billy Squire''* even, ever sang for Boston! *ToO cOoL! :)p* Just messing around. P.S. Cool song cool, artist, and your comment, Seriously, I never knew where he was from. and yeah, he is so underrated!... yet he was quite popular here in Seattle in the early to mid-eighties. My fave song !> In the Dark how about you!???
2022 & Still Lovin This,We Need More Of Billy,Seen Him In I Think 81" At DTE in Detroit,The Old Pine Knob..ROCKED IT THEN AND ROCKIN IT NOW...COME ON BILLY::::EVERYBODY WANTS YOU 🤘🖤👊👊
I never got to go see him in concert, but Pine Knob will always be Pine Knob. Always wanted to see him in concert but it didn't happen. Although at my age now, you bet I would make damn sure to be there!!!!😊❤❤❤❤❤
Oh the early 80s, first girlfriends, first real kisses, late night landline telephone conversations, faded Levi’s 501s, rock concert tees, mullets, big hair, Rubik’s Cubes, Sony Walkmans, Miami Vice, Three’s Company, Knight Rider, Hacky Sacks, Steve Martin arrow through the head, and trying to record Billy Squier songs directly from the ghetto blaster to the cassette tape. Did I forget anything? Oh I want to go back.
Anyone who listened to Billy before the Infamous MYV Video knows he was one of the best and probably should be more revered in that time period from 80 to 84 !!!
My very first concert was Billy Squire and Foreigner. It was seventh grade and I had no idea what was happening. I just knew I loved it. Could have been the contact buzz but I don't think so. 😆
I bought Emotions in motion on vinyl(yeah, again) about 6 months ago and listen to it a lot. I see a lot of people posting how underrated Billy is, and they are right, but the 2nd side of that record is truly underrated. give it a listen again, from she's a runner on, just plain great.
Many moons ago during the great conquests, I was with my soon to be favorite wife. Billy & the band did an outdoor show in Tulsa on the river. I talked the now Mrs. Clark into going & we had seats down close. She had no idea of what to expect but when the 1st band started up, she was shocked at the volume. I said, "This is nothing." & handed her ear plugs. She suffered thru that but when Billy hit the stage it was deafening. The show was amazing & I loved it, but Mrs. Clark was in pain. She lasted, but said never again. 2 years later we were in Norman, OK for the Stones "Bridges" tour, 10 rows back center. I again got out the ear plugs which she used, but this time she boogied, dancing in the isles & into the mood. Now we're 70 & listen to quiet music on the educational channel. Oh well, thank god for TH-cam videos.
Anytime I'm feeling down, I know I can count on Billy Squier to rock my world back into orbit. He really knows HOW to make great rock music. Fast, hard, powerful...fun times! THANK YOU BILLY!
@@anthonyv1719 I am old enough to have seen all of the above live multiple times... not comparing studio recordings.... also old enough to be your dad.... the 70's and 80's I spent in a haze... maybe I am your daddy.
As stated below, Bobby Chouinard was a MONSTER drummer. One of my early drumming influences. Billy was always amazing live. Stellar vocals and killer guitarings. This sounds so good!
Watching this video again and posting another message...I just can't get enough of this sexy, handsome, talented man! Man...I'd love to meet him or at least see him in concert if he's ever near Oklahoma. Kisses and hugs Mr. Squire!!!
I remember moving into a condo, newly married, MTV was still in its infancy and then I heard/saw Billy Squire! He was energy personified! You couldn't help but get up and move to this song or you were dead. Another fav is "In the Dark" which I play on guitar (not quite like Billy though).
Hurried to the store before the thunderstorm hit this morning, ready to dash in and out…and then this came on the car radio. So what’s a little water? 🤷🏼♀️🎶
The 80s was full of awesome bands. I seen many, and missed so (way too) many (live) it kills me!! I was there and missed so much. He was one of so many.
I didn't have the money or means to see them all! Thankful for what I did see live. And HELL! They were reasonable then, first concert was $20 in 83!! Now they suck and want $300!
Great song.. heard it for the first time several times at a pool hall in Grand beach when i was 15.... some girl kept plugging that juke box rocker!... it was awesome then and still is now 30 years later!wow
billy squire compares to anybody, anywhere, any time! I'm a musician and own 6000 albums plus 45's, books, and rock/jazz art pieces and collectables, going back to '64... I know what I'm talking about... saw him up close about 10 years ago... I always wanted to be a "rock star"? Now I know; I always wanted to be Billy Squire...
Sadly, that dancing would contribute to his commercial undoing. Shame really because he was and still is such a tremendous talent. And video aside, this clip here is a great tune.th-cam.com/video/WZvl2aqIyNg/w-d-xo.html
Saw him live maybe around '81 in Springfield, MA. Great show, he certainly writes great lines, very energetic show, good guitarist, what more could you want?!
Many years ago, in N.Y. I did some playing with Billy.. he ended up with a few of my friends as his regular band..... R.I.P., Jeff Golub, guitar, Bobby Choinard, Drums, and the most recent, fellow lefty bassist- Doug Lubahn. Incredible that they're all gone now. That, was a great band.
@@bb-gc2tx I remember that Billy was always a nice guy, to me anyway. I knew him from around the 'scene' before I played a few times with him and a drummer we both knew, in what I now know, was a search for the backing band he'd end up recording and touring with.
@@bigbass421 that was killer band. Especially the drummer Bobby chouinard. That’s cool story. I’ve heard different story’s some say billy nicest guy and other story saying he was very arrogant
@@bb-gc2tx I played with Bobby in a few other band situations, and at jams. He was a really nice guy, we always enjoyed working together. I was sad when he passed. I was also good friends with The Late Doug Lubahn, he was also a lefty bassist like me. Doug played with many bands, including some great bass playing on Doors albums. As far as Billy goes, he was always nice to me, and that, is my experience.. others, I don't know. I could tell you stories of all the scumbags there were in N.Y. back in the day..but those people don't matter to me at all. Even my 'friends' on the scene from the seventies and eighties, aren't my friends anymore. Political differences will do that. Some things are far more important than keeping friends that will betray you.
@@bigbass421 I hear you on the betrayal of friendship. My advice on political differences is don’t bring it up with people you know will turn into an argument. Or be like my brother and I. We have polar opposite opinions. But we joke about it.
Hey Billy. So I remember the security guard at Nassau Coliseum held the door open so me, my girlfriend and about twenty people could listen to the show standing in the cold. I never forgot it. What a wonderful memory. Could a 18yr old kid with a 17 yr old girlfriend ever have a better night in his life. So thanks for that. I still listen to your records and yes I make my kids and their friends listen along. They keep asking is this new music. Be well. Your music still is so great and a real joy to listen to.
I will go with what was posted 4 years ago....Billy Squire is so underrated!!! Gotta keep the greats a goin'!!! Who is with me in the year 2022??????
Greetings from the Republic of Ireland 🇮🇪
Got to agree, he is seriously underrated. Saw him many years ago, great live.
I'm here in 2022....loving it!
He was integral when I was in the car with my mom. Now she is a heavy metal/rock and roll grandma...so my kids are learning the importance of these great musicians from the past.
@@MissMeggarz142 That is so awesome to hear. Hon, I am 66, never will grow up and a die hard rock n' roller. Kudos to your Mon. Thanks for stopping by and have a good one.
The most obscenely underrated artists of the '80s. The most underrated Rockstar in human history.
Your right !!!
He was awesome!
He was red hot in the early 80s. I'd forgotten how many good tunes he had. I'm having a reminiscing night. 👍
I over rated him for years now people are voting to under rate him in 2023?
You are so right.
He had hit after hit. Hardest working guy in the 80s
I'm 52 and still jam my 80s music. Love me some Billy
I hear ya Angie.... I'm 53 😁
62 here and still rockin'.I used to hit the dance floor when this song would play,I still hit the dance floor,but today it's my livingroom...lol
The music you grow up with... priceless. Cheers from Germany.
Never stop jamming to eighties rock
60 here always jamming down to all of old rock. And all in between. Rap rock country. Classic. Loving it all!! 😍
Still listening AND learning all my favorite Billy songs on the guitar. SO MANY AWESOME RIFFS!!! 👌
Billy Squier is a badass guitar player and a hellacious singer. Why is he so underrated and why is he not in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. He's put out some of the best music that's ever been put out..
i totally agree
just four simple words "Rock me tonite" video. killed his career in short order
@@bza069 it did, and it was the video producers fault. Billy didn't even want to make the video they basically forced him
Back in the 80s Billy was a staple for anyone who called themselves a rock-and-roll fan. When a song of his came on the radio you automatically turned it up, no questions asked!
@@bza069 Sad, but true...but still is one of my favorite songs...
What makes Billy Squier a true original is his unmistakable voice, his consummate guitar playing, and the passion and drive of his band. You put that all together, and you have effortless chemistry. There won't be another one like him. Billy Squier's music will live on and resonate with those who truly appreciate classic rock. Thank you so much for creating your own style and thank you for proving it was all worth it.
I love Billy but he was definitely heavily influenced by Mr Plant. No disrespect but I had to call it out
@@threalismaradona9899to be sure, Plant has influenced many of us. While I may not be a famous singer, I do arrive by longboat when I travel to coasts and I do occasionally ride horseback across the fields and forests of Wales, with my loyal falcon ready to drive out invaders to my castle. A little Plant is within all of us.
Oh the alcohol the bars the girls 😂
The truest test of an artist is how they sound live compared to the album. Billy Squire nails it everytime! Sound good without tech and then you can nail it.
100 percent on the money!
One of thee best live!!!!
totally agree with using my adolescent memory of the single, album, remaster, etc. Not one of them touches this.
Mr Squire is a rock genius. Never had a bad song. Deserves the utmost respect and credits. There has to be something higher than the rock roll hall of fame. That's exactly where you're at Billy.
He needs to be in the rock and roll hall of fame
He should be but then again the RR hall of fame has disco bands & pop artists in there too.Love Squier
Charles Molczyk : lol
Charles Molczyk : right next to the Bay City Rollers!
Charles Molczyk he does absolutely. Hell yes.
I agree but what is the criteria for being nominated to the RRHF and i hear they are cheap
Man.... the late 70s and early 80s were great. We had some of the best music and artists. Rock and Roll.
Why is Billy Squire not in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame yet? the dude is an icon. He's great songwriter and singer .
One of Boston's most underrated artist.
Hell! I didn't know *''Billy Squire''* even, ever sang for Boston! *ToO cOoL! :)p* Just messing around. P.S. Cool song cool, artist, and your comment, Seriously, I never knew where he was from. and yeah, he is so underrated!... yet he was quite popular here in Seattle in the early to mid-eighties. My fave song !> In the Dark how about you!???
@@paul.theeightiesluvr.1945in The Dark is my favourite too.!!
I’m usually not a fan of live shows, unless I’m there. He sounds just as good live as recorded
2022 & Still Lovin This,We Need More Of Billy,Seen Him In I Think 81" At DTE in Detroit,The Old Pine Knob..ROCKED IT THEN AND ROCKIN IT NOW...COME ON BILLY::::EVERYBODY WANTS YOU 🤘🖤👊👊
I'm up for a comeback!!!! I would be there!!😊❤
I never got to go see him in concert, but Pine Knob will always be Pine Knob. Always wanted to see him in concert but it didn't happen. Although at my age now, you bet I would make damn sure to be there!!!!😊❤❤❤❤❤
Oh the early 80s, first girlfriends, first real kisses, late night landline telephone conversations, faded Levi’s 501s, rock concert tees, mullets, big hair, Rubik’s Cubes, Sony Walkmans, Miami Vice, Three’s Company, Knight Rider, Hacky Sacks, Steve Martin arrow through the head, and trying to record Billy Squier songs directly from the ghetto blaster to the cassette tape.
Did I forget anything? Oh I want to go back.
Takes me back over 40 years to when I saw him. 1981 & 1982
Kicked ass and STILL does. A tremendous mind and a great musician as well as singer and songwriter.Rock on !!!!!!!
Absolutely Agreed
Billy really brought the babes to his shows. He needs to be recognized for that
Anyone who listened to Billy before the Infamous MYV Video knows he was one of the best and probably should be more revered in that time period from 80 to 84 !!!
So true
That Video was a SIN! However, I still listen to him nearly every day!
2024... still love the music from this man
STILL love my 70s n 80s rock! Truly miss the 80s!!!!!
fantastic performer. saw you in 82 with Queen
Who headlined? 🙂
I saw that same tour. QUEEN was on their Hot Space Tour. Billy was opening for them supporting his Emotions In Motion album. Great show!!!!
My very first concert was Billy Squire and Foreigner. It was seventh grade and I had no idea what was happening. I just knew I loved it. Could have been the contact buzz but I don't think so. 😆
Hey guys, that’s my mom at 2:59 with the short curly hair and her arm up (behind the girl at the very front). Maybe 7 years before I was born lol.
Yes, back when I actually didn’t mind leaving my house!
Man alive, I miss rock & roll!
Driving a 1969 Coronet 500 in 1986 with this cassette blasting on a pioneer stereo! The Best Time to get your drivers and cruise with your buddies!
Shit, he was amazing live!!! Way underrated, way way way.....
I saw him in concert.. he opened up for queen.. great show
@@Jerknoir-a-saurus
Lower end of medium at best, high on the underrated tier, but nowhere near Zevon levels.
I bought Emotions in motion on vinyl(yeah, again) about 6 months ago and listen to it a lot. I see a lot of people posting how underrated Billy is, and they are right, but the 2nd side of that record is truly underrated. give it a listen again, from she's a runner on, just plain great.
Oh man, this guy is the hidden god rock
Extremely underrated talent !!!
Many moons ago during the great conquests, I was with my soon to be favorite wife. Billy & the band did an outdoor show in Tulsa on the river. I talked the now Mrs. Clark into going & we had seats down close. She had no idea of what to expect but when the 1st band started up, she was shocked at the volume. I said, "This is nothing." & handed her ear plugs. She suffered thru that but when Billy hit the stage it was deafening. The show was amazing & I loved it, but Mrs. Clark was in pain. She lasted, but said never again. 2 years later we were in Norman, OK for the Stones "Bridges" tour, 10 rows back center. I again got out the ear plugs which she used, but this time she boogied, dancing in the isles & into the mood. Now we're 70 & listen to quiet music on the educational channel. Oh well, thank god for TH-cam videos.
NICE LOVE STORY. CONGRATS
You have a nice style sir
Sounds like you have been blessed, that is simply b beautiful, take care, God bless 💖
Wise Al , rock on brother
nobody cares sir
Anytime I'm feeling down, I know I can count on Billy Squier to rock my world back into orbit. He really knows HOW to make great rock music. Fast, hard, powerful...fun times! THANK YOU BILLY!
Such an under rated artist... He could sing like Robert Plant and play like Jimmy Paige and write like Jim Morrison, but never got the recognition.
If you think he could play like Page, write like Morrison, and sing like Plant you can only be his mother.
@@anthonyv1719
I am old enough to have seen all of the above live multiple times... not comparing studio recordings.... also old enough to be your dad.... the 70's and 80's I spent in a haze... maybe I am your daddy.
@@msiddi01 Great comeback!
squier was one of the best
@@msiddi01 LOL
Listening to Billy use to give me heart palpitations, and I couldn't stand still, he still does the same after 40 yrs. lol
I love Billy. His spasmodic dancing style is hilarious.
This guy had an amazing voice. Even live he sounded great.
As stated below, Bobby Chouinard was a MONSTER drummer. One of my early drumming influences. Billy was always amazing live. Stellar vocals and killer guitarings. This sounds so good!
Your music energizes me!! Love ya Billy!!!♥️♥️💋💋
Billy Squire, April Wine, The Cars, Jesus, it was like main-lining pure energy!
He was my favorite. I never underrated him. My first concert at 15 at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Ky. I begged my big sister to take me and I paid.
What a live performance ! Always love this guy. Underrated unfortunatly.
*Who Is Still Listening To This Icon In 2019 - 2020*
I AM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Yes..EveryBody is Listening for Always..!!
Been a fan since he was in Piper soooo many years ago!
Those who love rock
I’m 26 & listen to him all the time I didn’t even grow up in that era
I always loved this band's sound. Yes, Billy was so underrated. Rock on man!
born in 71, grew up on Billy Squier, still kicks ass, lotsa 80's memories, an tune was soundtrack too some crazy batcrap fun!
one of the greatest artist of all time
Watching this video again and posting another message...I just can't get enough of this sexy, handsome, talented man! Man...I'd love to meet him or at least see him in concert if he's ever near Oklahoma. Kisses and hugs Mr. Squire!!!
This is an excellent live version. Good sound quality and another great performance by the band. RIP Bobby.
Billy Squier is and always will be a pioneer. I'm so glad to have seen every tour since 81. we want more!!! play BB Kings again!!!
I remember moving into a condo, newly married, MTV was still in its infancy and then I heard/saw Billy Squire! He was energy personified! You couldn't help but get up and move to this song or you were dead. Another fav is "In the Dark" which I play on guitar (not quite like Billy though).
Awesome song. Good music stands the test of time.
I love love Billy. Amazing music that makes this shitty Pandemic lockdown tolerable. Thx Billy. 🇨🇦❤️
58 going strong no smoking anything escaped the acid years little crack and clean now
He's very underated love his music.
That break before the last chorus was badass
Hurried to the store before the thunderstorm hit this morning, ready to dash in and out…and then this came on the car radio. So what’s a little water? 🤷🏼♀️🎶
👍☮️
Absolutely freakin bad ass !! I love it
I love Billy Squier he was awesome back in the 80s, I wish I could see him in concert again of course I had a crush on him as well
Hello Michelle
How are you doing?
It's nice to have you here!
An amazing album for those from that era
Emotions in Motion is a stellar album
Of any time
The 80s was full of awesome bands. I seen many, and missed so (way too) many (live) it kills me!! I was there and missed so much. He was one of so many.
*saw
I didn't have the money or means to see them all! Thankful for what I did see live. And HELL! They were reasonable then, first concert was $20 in 83!! Now they suck and want $300!
He sounds good live. Goddamn man . This dude has so many hits .
Takes me back to the early 80's. Fun times!
Billy Squier, "Mr. Rock n' Roll !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"
My first concert and still lives in my memories, as one of the best live performances I've ever seen. Phenomenal 💕
Billy Squire is like fine wine,,,gets better and better with age. Love this man and his music. You just hold still when you hear his music. Rock on.
Great song.. heard it for the first time several times at a pool hall in Grand beach when i was 15.... some girl kept plugging that juke box rocker!... it was awesome then and still is now 30 years later!wow
Still listening too..almost 70 ❤
billy squire compares to anybody, anywhere, any time! I'm a musician and own 6000 albums plus 45's, books, and rock/jazz art pieces and collectables, going back to '64... I know what I'm talking about... saw him up close about 10 years ago... I always wanted to be a "rock star"? Now I know; I always wanted to be Billy Squire...
Love Billy. What an artist
That little dance @ 3:20 is some next level shit. Idk wtf is goin on there but im makin a gif outta that.
😂😂😂
LOL! You win today's laugh! That was great!
Sadly, that dancing would contribute to his commercial undoing. Shame really because he was and still is such a tremendous talent. And video aside, this clip here is a great tune.th-cam.com/video/WZvl2aqIyNg/w-d-xo.html
@BULL SCHEIST You really should just come out of the closet and admit you're homophobic.
So funny!
A true rocker!
Saw him live maybe around '81 in Springfield, MA. Great show, he certainly writes great lines, very energetic show, good guitarist, what more could you want?!
He's amazing!!!! I agree very underated. My favorite 80's song by far
Hollywood Sporto that show kicked ass! Billy Squier was on top of his game and you got stoned just from 2nd hand smoke!
He's awesome .I grew up in the 80s he was one of my favorites
has to be one of the best live performances of all time! The lyrics are the best ever!!!! Patch it up around the seams is LA 1980's
Loved his music! Still do! Underrated!!
PERHAPS
And now you play it, everyone loves it. Even the stupid kids!
Still a great song after all the years gone by.
he always looked like he was having so much fun! saw him in Denver in the 80s. what a show.
Many years ago, in N.Y. I did some playing with Billy.. he ended up with a few of my friends as his regular band..... R.I.P., Jeff Golub, guitar, Bobby Choinard, Drums, and the most recent, fellow lefty bassist- Doug Lubahn. Incredible that they're all gone now. That, was a great band.
how was it playing with him.?
@@bb-gc2tx I remember that Billy was always a nice guy, to me anyway. I knew him from around the 'scene' before I played a few times with him and a drummer we both knew, in what I now know, was a search for the backing band he'd end up recording and touring with.
@@bigbass421 that was killer band. Especially the drummer Bobby chouinard. That’s cool story. I’ve heard different story’s some say billy nicest guy and other story saying he was very arrogant
@@bb-gc2tx I played with Bobby in a few other band situations, and at jams. He was a really nice guy, we always enjoyed working together. I was sad when he passed. I was also good friends with The Late Doug Lubahn, he was also a lefty bassist like me. Doug played with many bands, including some great bass playing on Doors albums. As far as Billy goes, he was always nice to me, and that, is my experience.. others, I don't know. I could tell you stories of all the scumbags there were in N.Y. back in the day..but those people don't matter to me at all. Even my 'friends' on the scene from the seventies and eighties, aren't my friends anymore. Political differences will do that. Some things are far more important than keeping friends that will betray you.
@@bigbass421 I hear you on the betrayal of friendship. My advice on political differences is don’t bring it up with people you know will turn into an argument. Or be like my brother and I. We have polar opposite opinions. But we joke about it.
Billy is number 1 1 1 1 ❤❤.
love billy squier,great song and had many hits and never underrated at all!!f- them haters billy!!!!
Wowwwww!! 💕 People who give it all 🎤🎸🎸🎶🎶
The radio station I listen to still plays his songs 🎵!!!!!
The single most greatest artist of our time !
Oh, I had such a crush on him. Pretty sure I saw him in concert, but I can't remember. Hey, it was the 80's. But dang...he could sure rock it out.
Yep..and he played to teen girls.he sucks
Love Billy Squire!!!!
This song has always kick some ass! It NEVER made mtv but on the radio you were always snapping your fingers to this song.
Billy's music was a big part of my childhood and I'll always love it!
Have this on VHS... Just awesome 😎💚
my first concert as a teen. changed me.
How can Billy Squier only have 27K subscribers? I only wish music was still this good.
Have you seen "Rock me tonight"?
He is lucky to have you!
FRACKING EPIC!
Epic huh? 😂
Dude knows how to rock!
He is my all time favorite! Awesome!
No auto tune and he sounds great live
He rocks on stage. I love every one of his songs. I bought one of his albums in the 80's . I wore that album out.
Hey Billy. So I remember the security guard at Nassau Coliseum held the door open so me, my girlfriend and about twenty people could listen to the show standing in the cold. I never forgot it. What a wonderful memory. Could a 18yr old kid with a 17 yr old girlfriend ever have a better night in his life. So thanks for that. I still listen to your records and yes I make my kids and their friends listen along. They keep asking is this new music. Be well. Your music still is so great and a real joy to listen to.
Just an outstanding performance!!
The lyrics of this song are genius....
Great performance. He's one of the few greats that I never happened to see in person. More's the pity.