Melanie-Brand New Key -((Composer Melanie Safka))

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  • @gmsdani7872
    @gmsdani7872 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +515

    One of my favorite songs as a kid!
    RIP, Melanie. Keep singing in the Heavenly Choir. 😢❤

    • @foreverloved2986
      @foreverloved2986 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Same. ❤

    • @carinedupont9376
      @carinedupont9376 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      The most amazing song i ever heard... Melanie could make you happy like no one other was capable to!!!!

    • @gmsdani7872
      @gmsdani7872 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      ​@@carinedupont9376, ​ I remember Sonny and Cher doing this on their weekly show. They were portrayed as cartoon characters. I LOVED it! 😊

    • @Surfingaliens65
      @Surfingaliens65 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      First heard this on the radio whilst travelling to Blaenau Ffestiniog to see my Gran. It was stuck in my head ever since. I was born in 1965 so how old would I have been? I was 6. We carry music we heard as a child with us for our entire lives, you may forget the lyrics but you'll never forget the tune. Songs take us right back to where we were when we first heard them. It means something. I have an acquired brain injury since 1967 and I find the RIP impossible. I fear it and I don't know why.

    • @rsacchi100
      @rsacchi100 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      RIP Melaine Safka.

  • @NormSimpson-iw5jr
    @NormSimpson-iw5jr 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +391

    76 years old. She passed away today at home. Bless her. And thank you for the music.

    • @mateuspaimdebarros6959
      @mateuspaimdebarros6959 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      descanse em paz

    • @Kevin-en1jm
      @Kevin-en1jm 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@skygazer6898 what do you mean?

    • @CharlotteEdwards-y9n
      @CharlotteEdwards-y9n 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Good question

    • @Kevin-en1jm
      @Kevin-en1jm 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@CharlotteEdwards-y9n I think skygazer6898 is just lonely and wanted people to talk about them.

    • @Kevin-en1jm
      @Kevin-en1jm 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@skygazer6898 I think skygazer6898 is just lonely and wanted people to talk about them.

  • @LPJack02
    @LPJack02 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +110

    RIP Melanie (February 3, 1947 - January 23, 2024), aged 76
    You will be remembered as a legend.

  • @BadazzShovelhead
    @BadazzShovelhead 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +186

    RIP in peace beautiful lady. When I was a wee lad this song used to make me so happy. My mom was kind of an old hippy and decades after this song came out mom played it for me and I’d dance and try to sing along LOVED the chorus. Fair winds and following seas sweet lady. You made this guy so happy.

  • @FlavioBoin
    @FlavioBoin ปีที่แล้ว +142

    I'm 63 and we were such happy boys and girls back then, and I remember when I was young the world had just begun and we were happy.✌️🙋

    • @wrightsartstudio1173
      @wrightsartstudio1173 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

      Memories
      Looking at old pictures, listening to old songs
      It seems like only yesterday, man how the time has flown.
      Each one of them a memory a movie in my head,
      A time, a place, a way of life that now is all but dead.
      Things almost forgotten, that many have never seen.
      A peaceful life of what once was, is all but now a dream.
      A part of who I am inside, my soul that's deep within.
      Of what it was like yesterday when innocence began.
      A child like faith and an awe, where everything's brand new.
      Oh how I long for the yesterdays, that are buried in my youth.
      Say I am outdated a relic from the past.
      that my life is over,that tomorrow's never last.
      But when I'm looking back in time, and see these things again.
      They're more than just a memory,but are a long lost friend.
      By John Wright

    • @SimonTimoney-74
      @SimonTimoney-74 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Bullshit

    • @jjg1501
      @jjg1501 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

      the world was a much smaller place in the 60s. we were not constantly bombarded with the horrors that were happening on all four corners of the globe. we actually had a social fabric cause there was nothing else. now we have none of that. the wonders of the world has been buried under massive mountains of shit as a result of losing these things that most humans need to "feel" ok

    • @zapkvr
      @zapkvr 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      And then you went and killed a bunch of innocents in Viet Nam

    • @robingruzs9522
      @robingruzs9522 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Exactly...you couldn't have said better!! (! Exactly.! I still automatically start singing that song )

  • @tedkay3750
    @tedkay3750 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +82

    R.I.P. this is a quirky, very catchy song..never knew what she looked like actually never never knew her name..this song will never get old!

  • @murray9159
    @murray9159 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +73

    Ill never see a pair of roller skates and not think of Melanie. RIP ❤

  • @davidmccrory5604
    @davidmccrory5604 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +144

    This georgeous woman is proof that great music is not about complexity and technical competency its about getting inside you and tickling your emotions she is cheeky and fun and it shows in her originality i just love this song and music in general and how it can transport me back to my wonderful carefree youth surrounded by loved ones

    • @f1rebreather123
      @f1rebreather123 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Yes it's similar to 90-2000s pop. Simple but catchy

    • @freedomisall5620
      @freedomisall5620 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      She is just gorgeous in this. Look at the hair! RIP Beautiful person

  • @dennisnolan5095
    @dennisnolan5095 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +90

    R.I.P. Melanie. I found myself singing this song in the shower yesterday. It made me happy, as your music always did.

  • @Appytail
    @Appytail 4 ปีที่แล้ว +573

    It's all about the simplicity of the song and THAT voice.

    • @MrKingvenom77
      @MrKingvenom77 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I agree

    • @MusicalSavior23
      @MusicalSavior23 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      It's about sex lol. "Don't go too fast, but I go pretty far." It's innuendo and I only realized it recently.

    • @danielinthewolvesden
      @danielinthewolvesden 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@MusicalSavior23 It is, and it isnt, which is why it's so nice.

    • @MusicalSavior23
      @MusicalSavior23 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@danielinthewolvesden agreed.

    • @NxDoyle
      @NxDoyle 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's all about that chorus.

  • @stephenrafe2278
    @stephenrafe2278 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2188

    I was the judge who gave her first place in a "Hootenanny" in the 1960's and got her her first job at The Quay in Sea Bright, NJ.

    • @deplorabledave1048
      @deplorabledave1048 4 ปีที่แล้ว +72

      No shit? I believe you. What songs did she sing for you?

    • @GitarzanLKabong
      @GitarzanLKabong 4 ปีที่แล้ว +74

      We are in your debt sir.

    • @stevemontes886
      @stevemontes886 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      Lovely

    • @lostintime8651
      @lostintime8651 4 ปีที่แล้ว +57

      Stephen, I carried her bag once. I guess I did more for her career than you did.

    • @isaiahzuppa1020
      @isaiahzuppa1020 4 ปีที่แล้ว +39

      Great stuff. She is so good. I wish ... I wish ... I wish I could go back and do it all over

  • @kojakkojak1984
    @kojakkojak1984 4 ปีที่แล้ว +567

    I'm almost 63 years old and still love this song. Brings back so many memories.. thank you!!! I ask you all, if it wasn't for memories what would we have??

    • @conniekrout320
      @conniekrout320 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      me too.im 60 and still,rem,every word.

    • @GuitarSlayer136
      @GuitarSlayer136 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Isn't this an Irish rebel song?!?

    • @corinabm60
      @corinabm60 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Still here at 61, enjoying in 2021.
      Keep having joy!

    • @gerlindeb.1114
      @gerlindeb.1114 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      You are so right!!! (I'm 66 years old...)

    • @robross180
      @robross180 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      63 here... brings back a beautiful feeling ❤🇦🇺

  • @suecox907
    @suecox907 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +26

    1/23/24. Melanie Safka has roller-skated into heaven. So long Melanie! We will miss you.☹

  • @chrisblay
    @chrisblay 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +61

    I just heard that Melanie passed away. I remember listening to this song as a child all those years ago. R.I.P.

    • @wetukman
      @wetukman 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I learned about Melanie , when I was shop lifting at Tandy aged 12 or 13 in the UK I stole a cassette and many other, Her voice got me so much .. there are unique voices and that is her , I am now 60 and it is still great

  • @loriminnesota
    @loriminnesota 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +45

    One of my favorite childhood tunes! Great song, great voice, great lady! May she Rest in Peace.

  • @dagnabbit6187
    @dagnabbit6187 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    This was a hit with all generations back then . My Dad born in the 1920s and my mom who was born 30s loved it and of course I did too. The late 20th Century. Just magic music everywhere . Melanie knew that and now she knows it all .

  • @jackwegener3484
    @jackwegener3484 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +315

    Sadly, another artist of my generation has left the stage. She was wonderful.

    • @surveytestmoney2550
      @surveytestmoney2550 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      😭😢😥🥹🥺

    • @billygoatbaa3350
      @billygoatbaa3350 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Well said🥺

    • @nrcg2317
      @nrcg2317 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      This song came immediately to mind when I read the news this morning 😢.
      And as you say, I also note that someone whose music I listened to when growing up is now gone. 😢

    • @jeffschuler5659
      @jeffschuler5659 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      The Show Must Go On !

    • @juansarabia7530
      @juansarabia7530 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      She is probably a walk performer with John and George about now.

  • @wilholloway7876
    @wilholloway7876 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +23

    R.I.P. beautiful soul with a angelic voice. The world will be less musical without you.....

  • @halifirien
    @halifirien 2 ปีที่แล้ว +240

    After the DJ bit in The Kids in the Hall, this is now my personal theme for the apocalypse.

    • @mandisteppingoutvintage
      @mandisteppingoutvintage 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I've also been listening to this on repeat since the show. I wonder how may people will be reminded of this song again now.

    • @sunsh1in3
      @sunsh1in3 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Same!! 😆

    • @anthonypeterson428
      @anthonypeterson428 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      This song is now terrifying... 🤣

    • @themotorcyclemasswhole
      @themotorcyclemasswhole 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Well considering how close the apocalypse seems to be these days it only makes sense

    • @wobblynoggin
      @wobblynoggin 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      That’s. The. Point.

  • @RICCARDOREARDON
    @RICCARDOREARDON 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +23

    REST IN PEACE.. YOU LEFT YOUR POSITIVE MARK ON THE WORLD THROUGH ONE TRACK.. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY..

  • @joanca3332
    @joanca3332 11 ปีที่แล้ว +971

    I used to sing this song to my eldest son when he was a baby. He's 41 now.

    • @TheMayoBlue
      @TheMayoBlue 4 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      Bless our Moms!! What would us boys be without you??!! 🎈

    • @tiffany4628
      @tiffany4628 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@TheMayoBlue awww!🙂

    • @marleneboyd-wilson1268
      @marleneboyd-wilson1268 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      So happy, bubbly and innocent. Remember absokuteky giving my roller skates plenty of work outs going up and down the street where I used to live. When this song came out I thought " Wow what an awesome, strong, melodic voice. It makes you want to sing along with a happy heart.

    • @rhuephus
      @rhuephus 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      you still sing it to him, eh ??

    • @stephenrafe2278
      @stephenrafe2278 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      She and her mother used to sleep with her high school English teacher. LOL

  • @johnjarou2357
    @johnjarou2357 6 ปีที่แล้ว +612

    loved this song in my high school days. 64 years old now,still love it.

    • @MissEddieBlueKawaiiKrafts
      @MissEddieBlueKawaiiKrafts 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      John Jarou I never heard it till sometime in the early 2000’s, I was 23. I still love it too. I wish I could see what you saw back then 🍃🌈✌🏻🦋⭐️❤️

    • @stevencoffeen6684
      @stevencoffeen6684 5 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      I am 74 and still brings back great memories!

    • @peterb5294
      @peterb5294 5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      born in 1960 and this is bringing back the memories :)

    • @zindi1138
      @zindi1138 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      yup !

    • @thomtlc2
      @thomtlc2 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I applaud your good taste, sir. I love this 50-year old song too.

  • @MichaelMurray-p1x
    @MichaelMurray-p1x 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    Im 67 years old and i still love this song

  • @damiancazares7994
    @damiancazares7994 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

    Happy Heavenly 77th Birthday Melanie Safka February 3 1947 - January 23 2024

  • @PaleRider638
    @PaleRider638 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +22

    Gods speed Melanie!
    Thank you for being in our lives! We love you!! Ciao! God bless!

  • @janedoe5922
    @janedoe5922 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +36

    Simple and brilliant song. Not like today’s junk. RIP beautiful soul.

  • @davesigmon8144
    @davesigmon8144 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

    I adored this song upon first hearing it in late 1971. Rest easy Melanie and thank you for this forgotten gem.

  • @slothzombi307
    @slothzombi307 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

    Loved these songs from my childhood. Beautiful talented singer. RIP

  • @ead630
    @ead630 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    I watched this video last night by chance, and today I hear she's gone. RIP, you had a beautiful voice.

  • @courtanysanders2606
    @courtanysanders2606 2 ปีที่แล้ว +85

    This was my grandma's favorite song! She passed a month ago. I love this song

    • @lindabyrley5370
      @lindabyrley5370 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I'm sorry for your loss 🙏

    • @raceface48
      @raceface48 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    • @denisehboyd2191
      @denisehboyd2191 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That's really cool ❤ sincerest condolences on the loss of your dear grand mother

  • @JafoCanada
    @JafoCanada 3 ปีที่แล้ว +154

    The first 45 record I bought back in the early "70"s was Paul McCartney's Admiral Halsey/Uncle Albert. The second 45 was this one by Melanie. To the person posting this... thanks for reminding me of my youth. At 68 years of age, time is slowly passing by and music like this makes us old farts remember and feel good. Thank you.

    • @jimlesab
      @jimlesab 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Ditto, but my time is flying👌😀

    • @JacobDMacDonald
      @JacobDMacDonald 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I'm not convinced that is not Paul McCartney under a wig

    • @guarddog318
      @guarddog318 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@jimlesab - Yeah, same here.
      Seems like it was only a week or two ago that I was 14 or 15, and had little more to worry about than whatever was going on in school.
      Now here I am, 60 years old, and wondering where the hell the time went... and why I didn't get more done with it.

    • @lilblackduc7312
      @lilblackduc7312 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@guarddog318 Hobby time! I think I'll get a new/used Strat guitar & learn to play! 📻🎼🎵🎶

    • @carlabamford9154
      @carlabamford9154 ปีที่แล้ว

      How is it possible that I graduated from high school 43 years ago?! Those four years of high school went more slowly than the 43 years since.

  • @chriscrane3117
    @chriscrane3117 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    So sad. I've loved this song since I first heard it around the early 1970's. A little bit folk..a little bit country..a little bit high pitched and quirky. She's in love with a guy who hasn't figured that out yet. Gorgeous. Well written and musical. I'll miss you!

  • @smck001
    @smck001 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +19

    An anthem - the anthem - of adolescent longing.

  • @queencitysaint9600
    @queencitysaint9600 2 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    Kids in the Hall brought me here, and I'm happy they did, I love this

    • @strattybird5310
      @strattybird5310 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      KROC

    • @fartkerson
      @fartkerson ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@strattybird5310 Motormouth in the morning!

  • @indiana2096
    @indiana2096 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I have loved this song since I was a kid and had no idea how sang it. Rest In Peace sweet lady!

  • @stevenlynas8930
    @stevenlynas8930 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Brand new key reminds me of my first teenage romance while on holiday at Cullercoats ,Whitley Bay.She was bright little bird called Diane Wilcox,I was 14 she was 13, the other boys in my group were very jealous! Melanie was her fave at the time . Bless them both!

  • @fideauone3416
    @fideauone3416 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    Love you Melanie. RIP sweet child. I will always remember you like you were the first time I heard your sweet voice.

  • @imerci1
    @imerci1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +85

    THIS IS MOTORMOUTH MIKE IN THE MORNING BRINGING YOU THE HARD AND HEAVY HITS OF CLASSIC ROOOOOOCK!!!! AND THAT WAS MELANIE LETTING YOU KNOW SHE GOT SOME ROLLERSKATES AND YOUVE GOT A "BRAND NEW KEY"!

    • @guycalgary7800
      @guycalgary7800 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Only the kids in the hall could make this song creepy lol

    • @TheLarryBrown
      @TheLarryBrown 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It's "Qui."

    • @andypants1000
      @andypants1000 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@TheLarryBrown quay?

    • @phousefilms
      @phousefilms ปีที่แล้ว +3

      (Dead eyed stare of absolute collapse).

    • @fartkerson
      @fartkerson ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Calling all crocodile rockers that was Melanie and reliable sources tell me she has a brand new pair of rollerskates and you have a brand new key.

  • @ExcellentFancy
    @ExcellentFancy 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Rest easy, Melanie. Thanks for the tune 😊

  • @Yipe-gm1wp
    @Yipe-gm1wp 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Absolute classic. RIP Melanie. Thank you for your contribution to our world.

  • @malibukurt
    @malibukurt 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    God bless Melanie, she is so beautiful and talented. So sorry for her passing. I've been thinking about this song recently , and then she is gone, but never forgotten...

  • @chetparker365
    @chetparker365 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    My MOMMA loved this song and I've enjoyed it all of my life. Now My Momma has front row seats in Heaven to see Melanie LIVE! ❤

  • @surveytestmoney2550
    @surveytestmoney2550 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    😢I came here to leave my condolences🙏🏾I loved that cute quirky childhood song so much! I never knew who sung it but I definitely remembered the song. I had just turned 9 when it came out in Dec 1971. It's scary to see how life is moving forward and everybody from your childhood has died or soon will be🥶Life is so fleeting😭

  • @JerzyStanek-zg1uf
    @JerzyStanek-zg1uf 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    W 1971 roku uczyłem się w LO i wtedy słuchając Radia Luksemburg po raz pierwszy zwróciłem uwagę na bardzo ciekawe brzmienie nadawanej piosenki. Później, wielokrotnie słuchałem jej piosenek w audycjach Polskiego Radia. Styczeń tego roku przyniósł bardzo smutną wiadomość o jej odejściu. RIP MELANI.

  • @mgardner3760
    @mgardner3760 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    R.I.P. Such a beautiful voice and person.

  • @nasabean
    @nasabean 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    If it makes anyone have hope in youth. I'm about to be 28 in two weeks. I love this song and all the classics (which is literally 100's of songs). I'm now a mother of a 5 year old. You bet your ass he knows these songs now too.

  • @shanedangers
    @shanedangers 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    #kidsinthehall brought me here! I was born in 1972, so I don't remember this weird but catchy hippie era ditty lol 😆

  • @joshuahoward6845
    @joshuahoward6845 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Got to see her live a few years ago and got to meet her. Her voice was impeccable live. She was way more talented than she was given credit for

  • @danfarmer9743
    @danfarmer9743 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    RIP Melanie. Thank you for the music. ❤

  • @hollyking2580
    @hollyking2580 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    RIP Melanie! Thanks for the musical memories.

  • @williamglenn777
    @williamglenn777 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Bummer…. Thanks for this gem!

  • @matskieden511
    @matskieden511 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    RIP to an artist who produced a very iconic song. Thank you Melanie.

    • @baberRuth
      @baberRuth 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Some Radio stations banned this for sexual lyrics. "Brand new pair of RS's, you got a brand new key". Where's the sexual reference there? Thanks.

  • @Sunfried1
    @Sunfried1 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    RIP Melanie Safka. Just heard today, January 24, 2024. She was 76.

  • @risingwolf
    @risingwolf 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Amazing singer and songs. Great memories. RIP beautiful lady.

  • @driloc
    @driloc 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    I literally brought '24 in playing "Candles in the Wind"....grew up on her songs and beauty, many memories for this 57 year old. RIP

    • @PC-dc1kv
      @PC-dc1kv 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Candles in The Rain

  • @havenly6133
    @havenly6133 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Such a beautiful soul. She has recently passed away😢 My husband and I had done work for her in her home in Hendersonville tn and we became very close.😢

  • @katesallis3188
    @katesallis3188 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Gather me was one of the first abums I bought as a teenager. A sad loss of a lovely voice and beautiful lady.

  • @billygoatbaa3350
    @billygoatbaa3350 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Came here when i read she passed, love the music of this era😊 ahe seemed like a nice person and was so musically talented. Thanks for the songs and the smiles .❤

  • @theresecallahan8548
    @theresecallahan8548 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I loved singing along with this one. I've done so ever since I first heard it at the age of 10. RIP.

  • @genericman6648
    @genericman6648 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    So pure a voice, with a sweet and girl-next-door presence. Down to earth for sure. She was very young at the time, on her own with the will and determination to show the world the underated talent she was. I remember my Dad playing this song loud on the radio in the early 70's, when I was a boy. I hope Melanie has found her shelter of peace. Good bye Melanie

    • @turbompson4546
      @turbompson4546 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      You're right about that. She was in my dad's junior high hischool class in New Jersey 60+ years ago.

    • @genericman6648
      @genericman6648 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@turbompson4546 It's pretty neat to hear that. I wish your Dad had a story to tell. Stay safe out there!

    • @turbompson4546
      @turbompson4546 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @cman6648 He didn't tell me much, it was a long time ago. He said she was sort of a rebel and didn't care much for school and that she dropped out that year I imagine to pursue her music. Looks like she made the right move-

  • @jonathankieranwriter
    @jonathankieranwriter 3 ปีที่แล้ว +324

    She had such a cool sound. That original, early 1970s quirkiness just can’t be equaled. Love the jug-band vibe that burbles merrily along beneath her simple (but actually quite meaningful) ditty about the skates and the key. Didn’t she also play Woodstock?

    • @davidfifer4729
      @davidfifer4729 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Yep. Look up "Lay Down (Candles in the Rain)."

    • @johnlomax303
      @johnlomax303 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Melanie sang "Birthday of the Sun" at Woodstock. Fabulous. Thrilling.

    • @LeTrashPanda
      @LeTrashPanda 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      She played with lots of people like Johnny Cash, search her online....

    • @layersofmeta
      @layersofmeta 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      a touch of 20s nostalgia like granny dresses

    • @sherrigould600
      @sherrigould600 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Send this to American Idol and let her do a tribute she is awesome

  • @steveendicott1855
    @steveendicott1855 4 ปีที่แล้ว +85

    Turning 54 today and still remember this song from my childhood. Simple songs are the best aren't they?
    Anyone else think Feist could sing this song?

    • @Nelson_Swamp
      @Nelson_Swamp 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      YES. I literally just discovered this song (and singer) and immediately thought of Feist.

    • @jordanfehr7749
      @jordanfehr7749 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same here dude!

    • @TimmyTickle
      @TimmyTickle 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Olivia Rodrigo might be able to pull this off

    • @tommihail2178
      @tommihail2178 ปีที่แล้ว

      Maybe Pink?🤔

  • @davidcarrillo7758
    @davidcarrillo7758 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Thanks for the joy from this song. RIP 😢

  • @anniemz4211
    @anniemz4211 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    Awe sweet memory. Rest in peace, Melanie.

  • @ReviewsChannel-e4r
    @ReviewsChannel-e4r 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Rest in Peace Melanie and thank you for all the joy. You've got a brand new key in Heaven.

  • @pawthecowboycorgi
    @pawthecowboycorgi 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    My master was a big fan. She was so connected with so many other bands in the late 60s and early 70s. She will be missed.

  • @truthstillmatters59
    @truthstillmatters59 4 ปีที่แล้ว +160

    I was 11 years old when this came out and I loved it. My older "sophisticated" brothers gave me the business and told me I liked stupid, corny songs. Yeah, well take that bro! I STILL like i 50 years later!

    • @misssanchez7860
      @misssanchez7860 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      When I listened to the kinks or leslie gore my mom's boyfriend said that's "pansy music "... what a bad complaint! More power to you!

    • @nancyjoyce573
      @nancyjoyce573 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Brings back many memories of the era!!

    • @tainaaaaaaa
      @tainaaaaaaa 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      u have great taste because this song is still a banger!!!

    • @LeTrashPanda
      @LeTrashPanda 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Tie Me Kangaroo Down Sport was a corny kid's song (or perhaps Puff The Magic Dragon) but there's really no comparison to Melanie, she's not a Muppet.

    • @ginnywithag5046
      @ginnywithag5046 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Stand your ground Jeff, stand your ground.

  • @barbstevenson9833
    @barbstevenson9833 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    RIP, Melanie.....another piece of my teen years gone 😪😪

  • @08hermit08
    @08hermit08 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Always loved this song since I was very young. RIP Melanie

  • @Belluser-we1uc5cb2l
    @Belluser-we1uc5cb2l 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    First time I heard this when I was 6 years old..I got new roller skates. RIP 🙏 Melanie

  • @rottman88
    @rottman88 4 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    I was 10 or so in 1971 when I heard this song. Every kid in school was singing it on the playground. Fond memories

    • @amypagekaviani5661
      @amypagekaviani5661 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I was 12 and I loved this song since the first time I heard it. I used to love roller skates.

    • @ernestpassaro9663
      @ernestpassaro9663 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Try using that line I have done alright for a girl in 2021 the liberals would go wild !

    • @lamasu8060
      @lamasu8060 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I'm currently 14 and just discovered this song!

    • @naruto-rv2ee
      @naruto-rv2ee 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@lamasu8060 atleast your not old :(

    • @rhamiemanuelmoura-yameen8416
      @rhamiemanuelmoura-yameen8416 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Simple beautiful times playing in an actual (not a virtual one) playground. Making a whistling sound without gadgets from a far away country. Having friends from our neighbourhood school and not from a screen. Loving our transistor AM radio at home,etc.

  • @PamelaAsh50
    @PamelaAsh50 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Always one of my favorite songs

  • @PinvinoPiggg
    @PinvinoPiggg 4 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    My lord... she's so beautiful singing with ease and makes her doing look so effortless. That's a gem right there. Think I'm in love.

    • @bajaborracho9139
      @bajaborracho9139 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Bro you want to fall in love pull up midnight at the oasis with maria d'amato muldaur. The cutest hippie chick to ever grace a stage!

    • @TheLarryBrown
      @TheLarryBrown 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@bajaborracho9139 Melanie is much prettier than Maria Muldauer, and also a better singer.

    • @bajaborracho9139
      @bajaborracho9139 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@TheLarryBrown I love them both but I suppose its subjective

    • @johnnyfiveable
      @johnnyfiveable ปีที่แล้ว

      Was beautiful, not so much now. Aging sucks!

  • @Coolyoghurt22
    @Coolyoghurt22 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    RIP Melanie. what a legend you are and a beautiful voice. ❤😇

  • @dorettamchugh2680
    @dorettamchugh2680 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    RIP Melanie. I loved this song as a kid. So quirky and fun to sing.

  • @davidhire4344
    @davidhire4344 4 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    I haven't heard this song in years. It still gives me goose bumps.

    • @crabbycreates2943
      @crabbycreates2943 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Same here! Not many things give me goose bumps at age 70. 😊

    • @karlgru3n654
      @karlgru3n654 ปีที่แล้ว

      This song just turned my eyes into sprinklers... again. ;)

  • @billybussell1908
    @billybussell1908 3 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    My 5th or 6th grade class decided that this song was unofficially our class song- think I remember that we sang it to our hippy-ish teacher one day. She loved it. That was a great year.

    • @tommihail2178
      @tommihail2178 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That's some memory 👍 I too had a Hippy Art teacher who loved this song and others like Ochs& Dylan..

  • @annahshoffner1871
    @annahshoffner1871 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    One of My First 45rpm records. Rest In Heavenly Peace 🙏🏽✝️🕊️☮️🎤✌🏽

  • @rickboer7715
    @rickboer7715 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I was 7 years old when this song was on the radio. I still love the tune.

  • @trinksaalabinksa7094
    @trinksaalabinksa7094 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    I was 9 years old when this song came out. I remember we all loved it. Listened to it over and over. Never will there be another... RIP Melanie. They just don't make music like this anymore.

  • @richb7674
    @richb7674 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    RIP Melanie. All the great singers, groups and bands from the 50s, 60s and 70s are leaving us. It is sad. Hopefully, the music in heaven is tremendous! 🎸🎸🎹🎹🎶🎶

  • @stevekov6740
    @stevekov6740 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    RIP to a beautiful sweetheart with a beautiful voice.

  • @philipleanza3
    @philipleanza3 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    RIP Melanie....American singer & songwriter best known for her international top charting songs "Brand New Key" & "Lay Down"....She performed at the Woodstock Music Festival & was awarded with 2 Gold albums and USA Billboard's #1 Top Female Vocalist Award in 1972.

  • @davidmeyer6401
    @davidmeyer6401 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I was eleven when this song came out. Wonderful. Thank you, Melanie.

  • @shelleythomas1104
    @shelleythomas1104 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Rest well Melani. 🙏
    Thank you for this song! It was a happy memory for me as a small child.
    I recall hearing it when I was no more than 7 years old in 1975.

  • @Donner-y6q
    @Donner-y6q 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Great Song Great Woman Sad to hear she passed today I'm sure heaven has a special place for her, RIP my friend you will be missed!

  • @franm.k.5832
    @franm.k.5832 3 ปีที่แล้ว +207

    She's so plucky and positive even though she's singing about rejection 👍

    • @naruto-rv2ee
      @naruto-rv2ee 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      yea

    • @theinvisibleswordsman1196
      @theinvisibleswordsman1196 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      And being a stalker 🤣🤣🤣

    • @texasred2702
      @texasred2702 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@theinvisibleswordsman1196 Mark David Chapman was a stalker. A teenage girl roller skating past her crush's house is not a stalker. Your generation are such a bunch of nervous Nellies if half of you died virgins I wouldn't be at all surprised

    • @rayrous8229
      @rayrous8229 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      We all have to deal with rejection. 😞

    • @MrMatterhorn89
      @MrMatterhorn89 ปีที่แล้ว

      A rejected stalker

  • @Drtoe2ner
    @Drtoe2ner 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    RIP dear one. You're not replaceable. Enjoy you trip through the heavens. See ya around some time.

  • @ronaldoleksy8264
    @ronaldoleksy8264 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Love this song.At the age of 63 still love it. I still have my 45 from back then when it was released.....

  • @TWKOZAK
    @TWKOZAK 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What a great tube in '71. Thanks for sharing your gift, Melanie. May Heaven be great to you. rest in Peace.

  • @SuperStar-1-
    @SuperStar-1- 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Always luvd this song. RIP, Melanie 🙏

  • @rEdf196
    @rEdf196 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I was 7 years old in 1971 when this song topped the charts. I thought it was (and still is) a cool, fun song.

  • @rockyharris1426
    @rockyharris1426 7 ปีที่แล้ว +118

    Melanie is so pure and just beautiful!!!

  • @laurieberry162
    @laurieberry162 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I love Melanie's voice and talent. She was a great guitarist and creative woman. She was so beautiful.

  • @dalebecause2467
    @dalebecause2467 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Wow, hearing this song brings back memories of the 1970s. I miss them. I'm sad to hear of your passing, Melanie. :(

  • @petegarza2025
    @petegarza2025 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    It is the year 2024 and just found out about "MELANIE'S passing...One of the greatest folk singers of ALL TIME and she will definitely be missed 🙏😭

  • @jamesharrington4752
    @jamesharrington4752 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I used to love this sweet song when I was young. Now I'm 76 years old and I still love it.

  • @Cebo-p8w
    @Cebo-p8w ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I’m 68 and still listening to her all the time. Beautiful voice

  • @johnreilly9452
    @johnreilly9452 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    R.I.P Melanie, I remember this earworm fondly when I was reaching my teens in the early 70s .
    Sad loss

  • @1970jhunt
    @1970jhunt 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    RIP Thank you for the music 😢