It is with great sadness that I share the news of the passing of my long-time collaborator and dear friend Richard Tandy. He was a remarkable musician & friend and I’ll cherish the lifetime of memories we had together. Sending all my love to Sheila & the Tandy family. Jeff Lynne
I bawled my eyes out hearing this in the Over and Out tour The lyrics hit different knowing this is a farewell message from Jeff to his fans over the years.
I played this album all the time in my senior year of high school (1978) and this song in particular had meaning as I prepared to leave my hometown for college. And now it’s 2020 and I still play it all the time. Loved ELO!
I'm with you on that I like the whale it's just kind of an eerie type of awesome Melody that really sticks to my heart so I'm with you I love the whole album.
My very favourite ELO track. I used to listen to this when I was alone, kids in bed, wife happily watching TV. Despite a happy life, this always brought tears to my eyes - like something was missing. That's the true power of music!!
Don't do it! I am teary-eyed listening to this album. Have had multiple copies, and put both of the spaceships together. Very anticlimactic if you ask me. Better to keep it in the original set. What a beautiful album. I had one set splayed open thumbtacked to my wall as a teenager. Don't do it!
[Verse 1] Pack up all your things We're gonna be leavin' Sooner than I thought Take the things you bought Clouds are gathering Say goodbye to all your friends We're gonna be sorry For a while, that's how it goes But then again, who knows About the rain? [Chorus] I'm steppin' out, I'm moving on I'm gonna see the world Like a rolling stone steppin' out I'm gonna be somebody... Ooh, I'm steppin' out [Verse 2] Did you hear what he said? He said they sold me down the river They thought I thought I was a fool They said the rain would fall What did they know? Then I saw your face Heard the song that you were singin' Though I thought I knew the words The tune was quite absurd And out of key Doo-dah-dah-dee [Chorus] I'm steppin' out, I'm moving on I'm gonna see the world Like a rolling stone steppin' out I'm gonna be somebody... Ooh, I'm steppin' out I'm steppin' out, I'm steppin' out I'm steppin' out, I'm steppin' out I'm steppin' out, I'm steppin' out I'm steppin' out, I'm steppin' out I'm steppin' out, I'm steppin' out I'm steppin' out, I'm steppin' out Steppin' out Steppin' out Steppin' out Don't know where I'm going Gonna see the world Gonna be somebody... Don't know where I'm going I'm just steppin' out I'm steppin' out I'm steppin' out
1978. I was a senior in high school and this album was my soundtrack. 44 years later it's still the first 17 tracks on my SD card. I play the whole thing at least once a month.
I find this song absolutely timeless... one of the best from Electric Light Orchestra. It has a really inspirational message and a wonderful tone from begining to end. Love it.
Jeff the King of pop melodies. Great musicians are ELO. I am sad every time I speak to a Britain person who never heard of ELO? How can that be I ask myself?
ELO Out of the Blue is the seminal album from this era by Jeff Lynne and I for one cherish it forever but apart from the remarkable studio recording, don't even ever go there trying to recapture the sound. This a beautifully produced, polished recording, not to be messed with, on any level, ever. If you even see it performed live in concert it will certainly not have the same effect. The beautiful quality of a controlled studio is a wondrous thing, as this album proved.
I think it sounds bad compared to things of the same era, like Supertramp and Pink Floyd .. this is remastered audio, and thank god because the original sounds pretty bad. Love the music.
One of Jeffs BEST story of my life Im always moving on! "they sold me down the river".................. it is well past times Jeff got a knighthood for his services to music!!!! WHY have other people got it who arent worth anything and he doesnt get it?? SIR JEFF OF ELO!!!
It has a much deeper meaning to be staying too sad ...it's actually a very positive outlook towards the future Incredible lyrics and music ! Great Job Jeff
I was fortunate to be at. THE SPORTS ARENA IN MARCH 1976 WHEN THE ALBUM. , " Face The Music " was just released at ELO CONCERT THE FIRST BAND LITTLE Feat failed to show up, thus delaying
Pack up all your things We're gonna be leaving Sooner than I thought Take the things you bought Clouds are gathering. Say goodbye to all your friends We're gonna be sorry For a while, that's how it goes But then again, who knows About the rain. I'm steppin' out I'm movin' on I'm gonna see the world Like a rollin' stone I'm gonna be somebody Oh, I'm steppin' out. Did you hear what he said? He said they Sold me down the river They thought I was a fool They said the rain would fall What did they know? Then I saw your face And the… I'm steppin' out I'm moving on I'm gonna see the world Like a rolling stone I'm gonna be somebody... Oh, I'm steppin' out. Source: LyricFind
Jeff Lynne. I have followed and listened since the 70s. I still am enjoying ALL of your work in my 50s. I so love your genius. If you ever need a singer - have got the chops. :) Find me in Florida. Stay safe!!!!
Jeff Lynne definitely is the absolute master when it comes to writing these gorgeous ballads... Big Wheels, Mission (A World Record), Midnight Blue, Need Her Love, WIld West Hero, Can't Get It Out of My Head ...so many masterpieces
Splendid. Bought this album somewhere in the middle 80's in a discount sale, the record was in the "classical music section" of the pop record store, so the boxes were free of competition and the records were really cheap. And now, when I ask my self wich song better represents ELO, this one stands out.
It might be me but that sound never seems to age...? I mean you listen to the Beatles , the Stones , Led Zeppelin (all great bands) and other bands from that era and they are starting to sound a little dated , Whereas E.L.O's music even after 37 years still sounds other worldly :)
I mean 70s production is there, but of course it sounds other worldly, they were geniuses using now old technology in creating futuristic and extraterrestrial masterpieces
This one makes me sing along instantly! Gorgeous. Side 1 of my Out Of The Blue tape ended with Jungle, which came after this song. When I eventually got the record I had a tough time adjusting.
Tracey Gates I iove this music it's just brilliant its Jeff Lynne's ELO but it's My Brother Rhett favourite group. But I like this group they are brilliant best in the world and the World 🌎 but the music on their cds brilliant iove from Wales UK 🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴🎸💻😎😎🌍🌍😎🏴🏴
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Out of the Blue is one of the greatest albums ever made
My favorite album of all time. I listened to it non-stop when it came out. This music still resonates with me 47 years later.
@@rplace8737agree with you.
Was 14 when this album came out and still listening.
People don't realize how amazing theese songs are 😢
Agreed. They are so underrated. And they are just so amazing. ✌️😎
I do. I love all of Jeffs/ELOs songs.
It is with great sadness that I share the news of the passing of my long-time collaborator and dear friend Richard Tandy. He was a remarkable musician & friend and I’ll cherish the lifetime of memories we had together.
Sending all my love to Sheila & the Tandy family.
Jeff Lynne
What??? He died today?? How sad. RIP Richard Tandy. Cheers to you Richard! 🍻
So very, very sad. Such an incredibly talented man and a huge contributor to the success of ELO. RIP, Richard.💔
😢
Rest in Peace, Richard Tandy...
He will be remembered fondly.
One of the beauties on this planet is listening to the greatness of Jeff Lynne.
I bawled my eyes out hearing this in the Over and Out tour
The lyrics hit different knowing this is a farewell message from Jeff to his fans over the years.
I felt the same!!!
I'm 14, been listening to ELO for 3 years and first time seeing them was yesterday and that's sadly the last time I will ever see them again.
This has to be the best double album of all time. Superb . RIP the great Richard Tandy
Rest in peace, Richard Tandy 😢💔
Jeff wrote some of the greatest Ballads.Nearly brought to tears listening to a many number of his songs.
ok...3 tear drops...that was it
I forgot how lovely this song was until he played it live last weekend. I bet Stuart Murdoch of Belle & Sebastian loves ELO!
Listening to this song today, as well as Telephone Line. One of many bands my mother loved. She sadly passed away 5 weeks ago. I miss you Mama.
So beautiful! Never tire of this great music. 'I'm gonna be somebody, I'm stepping out!' Good motto for life!
This is what Elo was about harmonize. Strings great drumming
I played this album all the time in my senior year of high school (1978) and this song in particular had meaning as I prepared to leave my hometown for college. And now it’s 2020 and I still play it all the time. Loved ELO!
I first saw Jeff live back in 1970 or 71 to see a rock band with a violin and two cellos seemed so weird. I thought this is never going to work.
Shine bright Richard Tandy ✨️🌙✨️ sending love and comfort to you Jeff ♥️ 🙏 ♥️
Such a sad song yet uplifting at the same time. Only a genius like Jeff Lynne can do that!!!
A place to cry Dwight yoakam
This whole album is amazing. I don't even have a favorite song. I just play all the sides in order.
that is so right cookie.. just play it.. It plays like a short story
I'm with you on that I like the whale it's just kind of an eerie type of awesome Melody that really sticks to my heart so I'm with you I love the whole album.
So right, Cookie. It flows perfectly.
🎶👌👌🇫🇮
The way it once was, so long ago and yet just a memory now.
My very favourite ELO track. I used to listen to this when I was alone, kids in bed, wife happily watching TV. Despite a happy life, this always brought tears to my eyes - like something was missing.
That's the true power of music!!
I hear ya.
When you lose them, you will realize you had it all, and was missing nothing.
How morbid lol
Mee too, now
I am a huge ELO fan, and have been for 45 years. And this is my favorite track too :)
"Steppin' Out" is one of the best songs on the record.
Blue yes definitely
I've been learning the bass line to this song . Best song on OOTB !
@@johnstonralston2343 Played by the late great Kelly Groucutt!!
Absolutely brother
@Oegoenoegoe out of the blue
The album came with a cardboard spaceship that needed assembly. I still have it and am tempted to put it together before I die!
Do like I did find a second copy and build it!...lol
Don't do it! I am teary-eyed listening to this album. Have had multiple copies, and put both of the spaceships together. Very anticlimactic if you ask me.
Better to keep it in the original set. What a beautiful album. I had one set splayed open thumbtacked to my wall as a teenager.
Don't do it!
I still have the album but bought it at a used record store. No cardboard space ship. 😢
3:50 to 4:02 ... The orchestral strings with the choir fading in is pure magic!
i cant even believe that part. it's so short, it takes me somewhere. not for very long, but it takes me somewhere.
WHY do they not do this with their more recent songs? It's like they completely got rid of the orchestra. The strings are so good
It's Mr Blue Skyish!
@@zarrowthehorse The new albums are essentially Jeff Lynne solo albums
That intro is phenomenal. So are the harmonies!!!!
RIP Richard Tandy, Mike Edwards and Michael 'Kelly' Groucutt
Let's not forget Hugh McDowell!
@@JQ127-c4e He died as well?
@@tsitracommunications2884 I'm sorry to say yes he passed a few years back now.
@@JQ127-c4e I thought he died
This album is Jeff Lynne's masterpiece. I don't see how there's even a debate. 💙❤️💛
As is a New World Record
Left America. Went to Scotland with my wife. This was our song.
Failte gu Alba dhuit a Adam! Hope you enjoy your time in my country :)
Ever watch 'Brigadoon' with Gene Kelly? I wish they had shot it on location in Scotland, but it's still a cool old musical.
[Verse 1]
Pack up all your things
We're gonna be leavin'
Sooner than I thought
Take the things you bought
Clouds are gathering
Say goodbye to all your friends
We're gonna be sorry
For a while, that's how it goes
But then again, who knows
About the rain?
[Chorus]
I'm steppin' out, I'm moving on
I'm gonna see the world
Like a rolling stone
steppin' out
I'm gonna be somebody...
Ooh, I'm steppin' out
[Verse 2]
Did you hear what he said?
He said they sold me down the river
They thought I thought I was a fool
They said the rain would fall
What did they know?
Then I saw your face
Heard the song that you were singin'
Though I thought I knew the words
The tune was quite absurd
And out of key
Doo-dah-dah-dee
[Chorus]
I'm steppin' out, I'm moving on
I'm gonna see the world
Like a rolling stone
steppin' out
I'm gonna be somebody...
Ooh, I'm steppin' out
I'm steppin' out, I'm steppin' out
I'm steppin' out, I'm steppin' out
I'm steppin' out, I'm steppin' out
I'm steppin' out, I'm steppin' out
I'm steppin' out, I'm steppin' out
I'm steppin' out, I'm steppin' out
Steppin' out
Steppin' out
Steppin' out
Don't know where I'm going
Gonna see the world
Gonna be somebody...
Don't know where I'm going
I'm just steppin' out
I'm steppin' out
I'm steppin' out
ty Donald's trump...I used to know those words...40 years ago
thank u
Electric Light Orchestra forever!
From Moscow with Love!
@@Алексей-е8э5ж God bless
So remember this album and Kenny Everett promoting it a capital radio on his Saturday show, a time when the DJs were so connected to the music.
The master of the melodic and songs of longing Mr Jeff Lynne.
Out of the Blue is the most fantastic music album I ever listened to. It's a shame that we don't get music as good as this anymore
Quite agree!
I woulda told them
One of the best albums ever created 👌🎧💎
The quality of the sound is the best of all ELO's records. It can't be reproduced.
Neither could the Beatles after 1966, particularly _Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band._
@@ClassicTVMan1981X don't forget Pet Sounds!
Still amazing 37 years later....
Michael Norman ...43 years later! Saw them in 1977 and seeing Jeff Lynne’s ELO in October - can’t wait!
I am 41 years old)) its best of all
44 years later too!
1978. I was a senior in high school and this album was my soundtrack. 44 years later it's still the first 17 tracks on my SD card. I play the whole thing at least once a month.
‘79 senior year, here for me. Same exact sentiments. Meeting Jeff is on my bucket list. Always has been. Musical GENIUS……PERIOD! ❤
77, we belted Atherton in u18, this just came out, my mate had it full blast on cd. Great times.😊
One of the best parts about this song is being able to hear Kelly Grocutt and Bev Bevan in the vocal mix so prominently.
2017 American Hall of Fame Inductee!!! its about time. Greatest band ever
can't tell how many times i've listen to this album probably over a billion times.
Me too..Never get tired of it.
Is that all ??
literally :)
Hoy es 4 de mayo 2024 desde Perú, aunque pocas veces comento, no hay un día que deje de escuchar a mi maravillosa banda ELO.
Out of the Blue is one of my favourite albums. I’ve still got my blue vinyl LP from when I was a teenager. Jeff Lynn is a genius.
One of their most underrated songs.
Much love from Deutschland!
I find this song absolutely timeless... one of the best from Electric Light Orchestra. It has a really inspirational message and a wonderful tone from begining to end. Love it.
I feel like this is by far the most underrated ELO song
I think only mr blue sky is the most relevant song of ELO, Every other song are very less known
love the use of the vocoder in Jeffs music. His music is pure magic
Jeff the King of pop melodies. Great musicians are ELO. I am sad every time I speak to a Britain person who never heard of ELO? How can that be I ask myself?
ELO Out of the Blue is the seminal album from this era by Jeff Lynne and I for one cherish it forever but apart from the remarkable studio recording, don't even ever go there trying to recapture the sound. This a beautifully produced, polished recording, not to be messed with, on any level, ever. If you even see it performed live in concert it will certainly not have the same effect. The beautiful quality of a controlled studio is a wondrous thing, as this album proved.
I think it sounds bad compared to things of the same era, like Supertramp and Pink Floyd .. this is remastered audio, and thank god because the original sounds pretty bad. Love the music.
The difference is any other Proggresive Rock band and E.L.O. are much better than the drogadicts and overrated of Pink floyd.
This was also true for years for the Alan Parsons Project and for Isao Tomita.
But also give kudos to reinhold mack, the now defunct musicland studios and thd munich symphony for their work
God bless TH-cam to allow me to find this gems.
Always on my spotify.
On our way to Sacramento tonight to see these awesome guys again. First saw them in 1977 and now 2024.
I took my friend to that concert it was a blast and they sound amazing live
One of the most underrated ELO song!
A real Gem!
For me the most underrated Electric Light Orchestra song is Ocean Breakup/King Of The Universe.
Very,Very TRUE, Olivia Cyr, YOU HAVE GREAT TASTE IN MUSIC, KIDDO!!!!!
There's no underrated ELO song!
Well said mate ❤❤
Love that "Mission" intro
one of my fondest memories in 1977 .
One of Jeffs BEST story of my life Im always moving on! "they sold me down the river".................. it is well past times Jeff got a knighthood for his services to music!!!! WHY have other people got it who arent worth anything and he doesnt get it??
SIR JEFF OF ELO!!!
Right on!! SIR JEFF LYNNE OF ELO!! ❤ The man is legendary!
Seeing them live Friday night 😊
No words can explain the sheer wonderment of this song..
R.I.P Richard Tandy
What a voice!
I just moved into the dorm 2 week or so. This song hits home.
Been there, done that. Didn't like it so much then, but 60 years later, glad I did. Good luck.
Steppin out. Works both ways!
This is an absolute bloody brilliant E.L.O. song .one of there best....
It has a much deeper meaning to be staying too sad ...it's actually a very positive outlook towards the future
Incredible lyrics and music ! Great Job Jeff
I was fortunate to be at. THE SPORTS ARENA IN MARCH 1976 WHEN THE ALBUM. , " Face The Music " was just released at ELO CONCERT THE FIRST BAND LITTLE Feat failed to show up, thus delaying
Pack up all your things
We're gonna be leaving
Sooner than I thought
Take the things you bought
Clouds are gathering.
Say goodbye to all your friends
We're gonna be sorry
For a while, that's how it goes
But then again, who knows
About the rain.
I'm steppin' out
I'm movin' on
I'm gonna see the world
Like a rollin' stone
I'm gonna be somebody
Oh, I'm steppin' out.
Did you hear what he said?
He said they
Sold me down the river
They thought I was a fool
They said the rain would fall
What did they know?
Then I saw your face
And the…
I'm steppin' out
I'm moving on
I'm gonna see the world
Like a rolling stone
I'm gonna be somebody...
Oh, I'm steppin' out.
Source: LyricFind
Jeff Lynne. I have followed and listened since the 70s. I still am enjoying ALL of your work in my 50s. I so love your genius. If you ever need a singer - have got the chops. :) Find me in Florida. Stay safe!!!!
steppin out of this bad world!!! I wish!!
This album is so unique that no one could top it, I’m sure of it!
This is so melancholic.
2nd best song on the album! What a moving song! Tiger.
whats the first?
Fiona - without a doubt "Big Wheels". One of the most emotive songs ever written!
great song..ty..one of the best live acts around..so pleased to have seen him in glasgow this year :-)
Jeff Lynne definitely is the absolute master when it comes to writing these gorgeous ballads... Big Wheels, Mission (A World Record), Midnight Blue, Need Her Love, WIld West Hero, Can't Get It Out of My Head ...so many masterpieces
Marc Papeghin Don’t forget Waterfall
Would love to see this released as a single this year. Cmon ELO, make it happen.
So very lucky to be raised on this
Mozart, Schubert, Verdi, Chopin, Jeff Lynne........................
Lynne Musicalgenius forget the first four there and just leave jeff
Roll over Beethoven
Is this all you do? Good. Someone needs to.
And Harrison
and Johann Gambolputty von der Ausfern Splendenschlitter......
One of the most beautiful intros ..serious chills
Jeff, this is your best album
this song had a beat drop before beat drops were cool!
If The Beatles came out in the 70s they would have been E.L.O. What an amazing band that we'll never see the likes of again.
Is the world ready yet for this song??
Splendid. Bought this album somewhere in the middle 80's in a discount sale, the record was in the "classical music section" of the pop record store, so the boxes were free of competition and the records were really cheap. And now, when I ask my self wich song better represents ELO, this one stands out.
Wore out my first Out of the blue cassette had to buy another. Still sounds incredible all these years later. Jeff is a musical genius.
Listening to this on Sunday morning at 5 o'clock as the day begins.
The Best Music . Steppin Out / Big Wheels & Sweet Is The Night Are The Best Songs Ever ! Fly High
MR TIBBS my two faves also
Sweet... is not my cup of tea.
@@64214Jose listen to it again man lol. it’s still becoming one of my favorite elo songs every time i listen to it.
@@danielbeck6214 I´ve been listening to it for almost 40 years! Best regards
Still on an absolute high after seeing them in Dublin earlier this month. What a night!
Me too. Saw them at Leeds and Hull, they were incredible.
Great song it is a sad song but only ELO can bring it at this brilliant way
Transcendental sound of delicate divine substance !
❤ this is absolutely a gem
LA MEJOR BANDA DE TODOS LOS TIEMPOS , JUNTO A THE BEATLES Y THE BEE GEES ...
Total agree..
It might be me but that sound never seems to age...?
I mean you listen to the Beatles , the Stones , Led Zeppelin (all great bands) and other bands from that era and they are starting to sound a little dated , Whereas E.L.O's music even after 37 years still sounds other worldly :)
I mean 70s production is there, but of course it sounds other worldly, they were geniuses using now old technology in creating futuristic and extraterrestrial masterpieces
Hasn’t been to overplayed like some of those other bands have
Paul Harland how is zeplin dated?
Maybe the early Beatles albums, but their later albums haven't aged a wink.
It's the violins that adds that otherworldly ingredient.
No words can tell how great is this genial song.
this song is perfect!
Another unreleased gem, the amount of songs Jeff wrote just as album tracks omg it’s incredible
They are better than most bands hits ~ totally awesome
And Out of the Blue is full of songs like this, as is every other ELO album
so freaking gorgeous, lush sound
ABSOLUTE FANTASTIC!
This one makes me sing along instantly! Gorgeous.
Side 1 of my Out Of The Blue tape ended with Jungle, which came after this song. When I eventually got the record I had a tough time adjusting.
Out of the blue - a masterpiece from start to finish.
Tracey Gates I iove this music it's just brilliant its Jeff Lynne's ELO but it's My Brother Rhett favourite group. But I like this group they are brilliant best in the world and the World 🌎 but the music on their cds brilliant iove from Wales UK 🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴🎸💻😎😎🌍🌍😎🏴🏴
Love Kelly Groucutt's backing vocals on this song.
ELO SON MARAVILLOSOS 😍
E verlasting L edgendary O riginality ..... doo daa daa dee dee dee....🎻🎺🥁🎸
Music OF EPIC PROPORTIONS!
Bought this album for Concerto For A Rainy Day. Fell in love with it for this!
ELO - so many memories 🧡
As a kid I listened to this song and wondered, "I'm gonna be somebody..."
I’m here!! Experienced Jeff’s ELO in Toronto a couple of weeks ago. AWWWWE-SOME!!!