Ray Charles & Ronnie Milsap perform at Constitutional Hall in Washington, DC April 13, 1983 for Country Music Association's 25th Anniversary. Attended by President Ronald Reagan.
"Ray, it doesn't matter that I've never seen you. I know you're beautiful." Maybe we can all learn something from two men who couldn't see with their physical eyes and had to see with their hearts instead. Because of this, they were able to see beyond the differences that they had and they saw that they were not really all that different at all. They were able to love one another because they looked beyond the superficial. That was a truly beautiful moment to me.
OMG !!! I absolutely love Ronnie Milsap , he has that voice that gives you chills , thank you for all the heartwarming and helpful songs , cuz a song could be like therapy to a young and confused young man , your songs let the sun shine thru those dark clouds , thank you , God bless 🙏🙏
Ronnie has stated that blindness allowed him to pursue music, rather than starting work at the sawmill at the age of 14, as many others did. Let that sink in, next time you feel discouraged.
Ronnie wrote such a sad story in his book, he was from a very humble family who had little money for extras. They bought him a transistor radio one year. He lived at the blind school and came home for holidays on the greyhound bus. He was sitting waiting for the bus and someone saw his radio and stole it from him. How does a human being do that to a blind kid? I will never forget that story. I loved his music.
Folks like Vince Gill have said that Ray Charles was their inspiration. Country music is soulful with its heart-felt lyrics and uncomplicated melodies and harmonies. Ray expressed that soulfulness. I wish Hank Williams could've heard Ray Charles sing "You Win Again." Roy Acuff didn't say anything other than that he "contributed greatly to expanding the influence of country music." Thank you Ronnie Milsap for speaking up (probably surprisingly) after Roy's tepid introduction and for giving Ray the high praise he deserves as a musician of the highest caliber.
Everyone forgets Don Gibson, a great song writer. Unfortunately alcohol an missing scheduled show appearances marred his reputation for great songs. He wrote so many.
Since this Event 25 Anniversary Country Adward Association (Music) in 1983 ! Ray Charles , Born 11- 23-1930 Age 74 Died 6/10/2004 ! Many good memories here ! Three Legend , Ronald Reagan Born in February 6, 1911⭐ Deid June 6, 2004 Age 93) Ronnie Millsap still go on is always Born January 16, 1943 Age 75 Thank you for sharing this video with us Wonderful Inspiring ! God bless you all and Angles watching over us ! Safe in the Master hand 🙏 Date 11/22/2018🙏 R I P Ray & Ronald
These two entertainers are amazing.Both blind,don't know how they can synchronize together like they did.By the way was that a young Willie nelson in the audience
"I Can't Stop Loving You" was first released by Don Gibson in 1958 and reached to number 8 on the Country Chart. In 1962, Ray Charles released his version, and it reached number 1, and it would stay there for 5 weeks.
"Ray, it doesn't matter that I've never seen you. I know you're beautiful." Maybe we can all learn something from two men who couldn't see with their physical eyes and had to see with their hearts instead. Because of this, they were able to see beyond the differences that they had and they saw that they were not really all that different at all. They were able to love one another because they looked beyond the superficial. That was a truly beautiful moment to me.
Yes
Amen!!!
We did a long time ago, but there's media trying divide us and create something that long died a long time ago and this proves it..
Amen I believe blind people are Gods way of showing the world we shouldn’t look with our eyes but with our hearts like you just said
......and then, who's the blind here? mm?
God broke the mold when he brought these two together
Theres more talent on that stage then all singers last 20 years
Lets thank the great Don Gibson for writing these timeless classic tunes.
You will not hear great country music like this ever again.
Or sée it!
The Huckster kids get awfully defensive over their Florida Georgia line
Sure you can, drop by.... I've got some originals
There's hope! The Muzik Mafia, Tyler Childers, and James Carothers are trying to revive it!
It gives this 72 year old guy chills
They’re both just brilliant !!! There’s nobody out there today who comes close to these two fabulous people !!!
Hey how are you doing today…?
Awesome performance. Back when America was a wonderful place to live in. Great times and great talent.
Sad I have to agree
@@RA82828 Keep the right-wing MAGA bullshit off these boards.
Wonderful for who?
I believe Ronnie has always been my favorite country singer.
If Ray was still alive today in 2023 he would be 93 years old
OMG !!! I absolutely love Ronnie Milsap , he has that voice that gives you chills , thank you for all the heartwarming and helpful songs , cuz a song could be like therapy to a young and confused young man , your songs let the sun shine thru those dark clouds , thank you , God bless 🙏🙏
With these two legends being blind was never a hindrance.
Throw Gordon Mote in there too
Ronnie has stated that blindness allowed him to pursue music, rather than starting work at the sawmill at the age of 14, as many others did. Let that sink in, next time you feel discouraged.
@@Lisa_MS64 Wow! Good point. Thank you for your comment.
@@csf7773 Please don't compare Gordon Motes singing,playing,or songwriting to Ray Charles..Let's leave it @ that.
Big hindrance but their character was able to overcome the hindrance.
Seeing all those country legends at the end of the video made me tear up a bit. Only a few are left. 😞
WOW....WOW....WOW
WOW! I remember seeing this on TV! Two talented men who overcame so many obstacles and learned to "see" in a different way!
What these two had to overcome in life was incredible. Through determination and talent they became great. Wonderful to see President Reagan as well.
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Ronnie wrote such a sad story in his book, he was from a very humble family who had little money for extras. They bought him a transistor radio one year. He lived at the blind school and came home for holidays on the greyhound bus. He was sitting waiting for the bus and someone saw his radio and stole it from him. How does a human being do that to a blind kid? I will never forget that story. I loved his music.
I just read your comment. That makes me absolutely sick. Oh how I wish I could go back and change that for him.
Two legends with more talent in their fingertips than anyone on the charts in 2013! Ronnie and Ray....THE REAL DEAL!
Ronnie could blow RC OFF THE STAGE!. Being black doesn't make him better!.
@@packingten No one said he was better, just good.
@@packingten Both of them are great. But also you're wrong.
@@packingten But only one of them is a HUGE legend.
@@snowman374thI would if I knew who you were! Is this Ronnie?? Or Ray??
Ronnie's mother and my grandmother are sisters !! And of course Ray Charles is the ultimate brother!!!what a pair!!!
Wow. How often do you see him?
Ronnie Milsap and Ray Charles - This made my day. Six months later made my day again.
Folks like Vince Gill have said that Ray Charles was their inspiration. Country music is soulful with its heart-felt lyrics and
uncomplicated melodies and harmonies. Ray expressed that soulfulness. I wish Hank Williams could've heard Ray Charles sing "You Win Again." Roy Acuff didn't say anything other than that he "contributed greatly to expanding the influence of country music." Thank you Ronnie Milsap for speaking up (probably surprisingly) after Roy's tepid introduction and for giving Ray the high praise he deserves as a musician of the highest caliber.
Saw Ronnie at concert bout 8 years ago.He was awesome and has great sense of humor.His voice is so smooth.He is a legend in his time.
Oh my!!! Awesome were the days when true talent was in our music. Too good!
Legends, no matter blind or not.
Ray and Ronnie totally awesome.
Ray is a super star and he will always be on top
no one could smile like ray charles, man does he look happy, what a special thing to be a part of
Legends Ronnie Milsap, Ray Charles and Ronald Reagan!
Three of the BEST!
I've never seen you! I know you're beautiful! That made tear up!
Born in 83 damn 40 years ago! Rip these legends
Hello how are you doing today…..?
Ronnie still kicking
Two great singers that are able to harmonize and love each other ....... guess what they don’t see color !!!
Beautifully put...Don, and Hank, would've loved these two.
Hey genius, they're blind, so they don't see anything!
@@RA82828 I was trying to be funny.
Truth is, we who have eye sight could learn so much by following the loving example of these two blind men. See with our hearts.
Wow! What a performance!
Two extremely talented Music Artists!
Everyone forgets Don Gibson, a great song writer. Unfortunately alcohol an missing scheduled show appearances marred his reputation for great songs. He wrote so many.
What a wonderful performance, it breaks my heart every time I see Ray, oh how I wish he was still with us. 😪
Two of the greatest artist ever. Legend in my time I can associate with but love all of the songs. Thanks for sharing. 🎶❤️
I came here because I’m a huge fan of Ray Charles, but I’ve got some Ronnie Milsap to list to
Two of the greatest singers of all time and of my time. It will never be any greater than this
This is so beautiful
Yes it truly was. Tks
They were both just wonderful
They gave me sunshine they gave me rain that's all we need a lesson to our life..
Since this Event 25 Anniversary Country Adward Association (Music) in 1983 !
Ray Charles , Born 11- 23-1930 Age 74
Died 6/10/2004 ! Many good memories here ! Three Legend , Ronald Reagan Born in February 6, 1911⭐ Deid June 6, 2004 Age 93) Ronnie Millsap still go on is always Born January 16, 1943 Age 75 Thank you for sharing this video with us Wonderful Inspiring ! God bless you all and Angles watching over us ! Safe in the Master hand
🙏 Date 11/22/2018🙏
R I P Ray & Ronald
You forgot Roy Acuff and Nancy Reagan.
Amazing talent,God has blessed them both
2 of the absolute best!!
Two musical legends at their very best!
2 of my favorite pianists
There will never be a greater pair anywhere
2 beautiful souls, thanks for bringing us your soul and talent.
My Mom and Dad liked these guys too. Thanks
It can not get any better than this just beautiful , loved it 3-21-19
It never gets any better than this ❤
God bless you two 😊
WowZers - Legends Ronnie Milsap, Ray Charles and Ronald Reagan!
Two voices without sight what about we who have bring people together music is universal
milsap, charles and reagan. back when america was great.
Agreed!! 👍👍
Grazie Arrone missap mi sono appassionato alla musica country ronni Milissap è mio preferito cantante country Ciao buonanotte
if it gets any better than this i'll be damned if i know where.
real music wow! gotta love it
God bless you both always
two of my favorite legends both have so much talent
These two are amazing men! God Bless them
Two of the best that will ever be
I wish these 2 legends recorded a song together like Ronnie and Kenny or like Ray and Willie did.
Amazing Talented Individuals 👏.
so much credit is due to these great artist !!
Damn I miss Ray Charles.
I do too! I forgot how smooth his voice is until I saw this!
Always a joy to warch this one more time. Listen to the crowd loving these 2 giants
The best of the best 😊😊😊
Classic. Historic. Country and pop forever.
Two Music Legends! I've loved these wonderful men for so long.💖💖🌹🌹
Two of the lords angels always
Oh what “Legends they have been and still are.
Ronnie has such smooth vocal ability.
They are two oldie but goodie singers. Have seen these guys since they have been singing
Both are awesome!
to great singers and pianio men love them legends great talent these to could sing anything and make it great.
What a wonderful combination..love it
What happened to Ronnie he is and still remains the greatest player of all time
Still alive and well. But sadly his wife and son both died the past 3 years.
Dang, I was 11 when I watched this on tv in 1983. It was good then, but great now.
Me too! Turned 12 the following May! I fondly remember this, too! I was amazed and inspired!
I love you always
If only i was half as talented, love you guys, your GREAT!!!! Thank you, and hope the best for you, you deserve the best and more.
AMAZING, WHEN LEGENDS MEET
those guys are awesome!!
2 excellent artists
Two fantastic singers!
Thank you for thus!
raymond charles robertson ,is true name,was great.i saw these greats live.
Actually its Raymond Charles Robinson.
What talent is among us today
These two are the best of the best ❤❤❤
Fantastic, how did i miss this and on my 38th birthday. Thanks for posting.
can't stop loving you Ray owned that one !!
Why because he's black?.
A couple Icons!!!
Imlove these 2 so much...they are making smile crying...This is Over the Moon✨️✨️✨️✨️✨️✨️✨️✨️✨️✨️✨️✨️💜❣️
WOW!! 🎶 TWO LEGENDS ON STAGE 🎹 🎤 TOGETHER ❤!! 👏 👏 AMEN 🙏 HALLELUJAH... 📖 ⛪
Hello how are you doing today….?
These two entertainers are amazing.Both blind,don't know how they can synchronize together like they did.By the way was that a young Willie nelson in the audience
George J McHugh thees to guys are my heroes!
What a show they put on Ray and Ronnie thanks ma ❤️ thanks for everything 💟 ❤️
Two legends!
"I Can't Stop Loving You" was first released by Don Gibson in 1958 and reached to number 8 on the Country Chart. In 1962, Ray Charles released his version, and it reached number 1, and it would stay there for 5 weeks.
Hello how are you doing……?
3 of the very best
Good combination in its day. Ronnie is still alive.
Absolutely love this
Wow ! Two of my favorites !
Legends
Tears thank you God for both.
yes 2 mighty beautiful Legends love you guys so much 3-21-19
Love ray and Ronnie!! Oh for those who know Don Gibson…. Bravo! I had to look up who Don Gibson wrote!! ❤❤❤talented men!!
A bulldog (Charles) and a tarheel (Milsap) making awesome music together.
Oh how I miss the 80s Ronald Reagan made a big difference we had a lot of peace and a strong nation