Great point. All that staged and carefully planned "spontaneity." Then you watch this. Fucking guy is cranking and singing without any computerized bullshit.
Billy was also always the nicest, soft spoken, humble, and always the most talented person in the room. He used to say putting the tambourine on a track was to ‘sanctify’ it, as he always stayed close to his Gospel roots. We all have our demons we fight.
honestly this type of performance could inspire *anyone* to be a musician. Billy and his group really loved what they were doing and you can see that here.
This man was a genius. Incredible piano player, fantastic vocals, fabulous writer, sense of humor, energy, humble guy... I adore him. Pity he left us too soon 😢
I was born in that era, the music was great. This Sunday I’ll be 77 years old and my heart will rock on the beach in Brigantine, New Jersey. Family and friends will eat, drink and listen to many Rock & Roll Bands, toes in the sand and my shaken body in my wheelchair.💃❤️✝️🇺🇸
Bully was an amazing performer. His joyful personality was absolutely infectious. I saw him in concert twice and I guarantee NO ONE LEFT WITHOUT A SMILE AND A JOYFUL HEART.
Nothing but JOY. I was fortunate to see Billy perform three times: As an opening act for Grand Funk, with George Harrison in 1974, and with the Rolling Stones in 1975. He was brilliant in all three capacities - so thankful for him.
Billy and I grew up in the same part of Los Angeles, although I am 30 years younger. And as a huge Beatles fan, I always admired him. The most talented of the "fifth Beatles" :) (Sutcliffe, Martin, Best, etc.)
Mr. Billy Preston...a brilliant artist, classicly trained and kicks ass in Rock Soul and Funk by sheer talent from a higher power. his songs just make me wanna smile...just look at him, he's smiling and having a awsome time, pure fun for him...effortless fun
This is a good thing. My family went out to dinner at Sizzler in (MARIN, CALIFORNIA). SPACE RACE COME ON. THEY GUY AT THE NEXT TABLE AND I WERE JAMMING. MY MOM DIDN'T KNOW I KNEW. R.I.P. BILLY. Have my son on old school music.
Brought me back so many good memories saw him many times the positive energy and charisma RIP Billy thanks for making me smile and honestly you couldn't not dance
What a great lesson for the young people who want something without putting something in. Listen people. You get out according to what you put in -- over time.
Grandiosa rola y grandioso Músico!!!!!!! De mi juventud en los 70´s WOw!!!! que recuerdos!!!! Por algo The Beatles le llamaron para participar con ellos en las grabaciones del Let it Be, y por algo The Rolling Stones lo llamaban para acompañarlos en sus giras, que Dios te bendiga, Billy!!!!!!!!!
Along with "Then Came You" by Dionne Warwick & The Spinners, this song took the furthest jump from the Billboard Hot 100's #1 position. After a single week at #1, it went directly to #15, & is one of the 9 songs to leave the Hot 100's top-10 directly after being at #1.
He was the best and it...does hurt...when people like Mr. Preston is taken away. I know we will all miss him. But like he said: "nothing from nothing" right, my soul hurts.
I saw him with the stones in Ft. Collins 1975. He played keys for them and did a couple of his hits. Another person also played piano at that show, some guy called "Reg from Watford." Mick never said his stage name, but I had met him a year before and recognized him.
I ve see him with the rolling stones in brussels with my daddy who invite me for my first RStones concert. My Dad love this song, and me too. RIP daddy, i Hope to follow this idea, nothing for nothing.
thank you for this video....never knew who sang this song from my childhood days.....now i know.....bless the good old days...no Dj are superstars....who wudda thought
God, can you imagine anyone doing this on American Idol? The man was so talented. Can't believe he's gone.
The 5th Beatle. He played in the later albums and was live in The Abbey Road Rooftop Concert.
Great point. All that staged and carefully planned "spontaneity." Then you watch this. Fucking guy is cranking and singing without any computerized bullshit.
yes very sad was with him when he did the last shows with Clapton he was very sick we were all very concerned .. we love you bill always
@@perfectfan2006 happy new year! 2023! Billy went with George Harrison to the White House in 1974... 🥰🥳🎈🌟
@@tulayamalavenapi4028 right on think about them lots sick as he was he stole the show in l/a at the staples center blessings
Billy was also always the nicest, soft spoken, humble, and always the most talented person in the room. He used to say putting the tambourine on a track was to ‘sanctify’ it, as he always stayed close to his Gospel roots. We all have our demons we fight.
No frickin' auto tune or bullshit...this is entertainment and talent!!! RIP, Billy P.
These were good times man. No auto-tune. Just solid talent.
Saw Billy Preston as the opening act for Carol King at the Greek and he blew everyone’s mind! Stole the show.
honestly this type of performance could inspire *anyone* to be a musician. Billy and his group really loved what they were doing and you can see that here.
and he loved the cocain.
One of the best to ever do it. This man was a MAJOR talent. Rest in peace King.
This man was a genius. Incredible piano player, fantastic vocals, fabulous writer, sense of humor, energy, humble guy... I adore him. Pity he left us too soon 😢
I was fortunate enough to see Billy Preston with George Harrison in 74 at Detroit's Olympia Stadium. Awesome concert.
I was born in that era, the music was great. This Sunday I’ll be 77 years old and my heart will rock on the beach in Brigantine, New Jersey. Family and friends will eat, drink and listen to many Rock & Roll Bands, toes in the sand and my shaken body in my wheelchair.💃❤️✝️🇺🇸
100% pure talent. ❤👍
Bully was an amazing performer. His joyful personality was absolutely infectious. I saw him in concert twice and I guarantee NO ONE LEFT WITHOUT A SMILE AND A JOYFUL HEART.
if I could wake up tomorrow and play the piano like anyone 100% Billy Preston. My lord. Incredible.
Brilliant musician, singer, performer.. I am forever in awe of Billy Preston.
Nothing but JOY. I was fortunate to see Billy perform three times: As an opening act for Grand Funk, with George Harrison in 1974, and with the Rolling Stones in 1975. He was brilliant in all three capacities - so thankful for him.
I love how good he sounds live
Billy Preston brings happiness to people like it's nobody's business
Einfach ein cooler Typ, der uns einige unvergessene Lieder geschenkt hat. Dieses hier gehört dazu!
Très frais, très joyeux, très swing bref après 45 ans c'est devenu un grand standard.
Billy and I grew up in the same part of Los Angeles, although I am 30 years younger. And as a huge Beatles fan, I always admired him. The most talented of the "fifth Beatles" :) (Sutcliffe, Martin, Best, etc.)
Agree but it might be a tie with Martin.
I was 11 years old in 1974 listening to this song on 77 WABC in New York.
I listened with Tony Pigg,wplj,NYC
I had the privilege of meeting Billy at a Beatlefest so humble it was amazing I was the one who was humble. Left us way too early
Love you Billy Preston may you make sweet music in Heaven!🙏💝
The GREAT Billy Preston, NEVER to be duplicated. We miss you soooooo much!! Love, Light & Positive vibrations forever~❤🕯☮🙏🏽❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Mr. Billy Preston...a brilliant artist, classicly trained and kicks ass in Rock Soul and Funk by sheer talent from a higher power. his songs just make me wanna smile...just look at him, he's smiling and having a awsome time, pure fun for him...effortless fun
I love how fast this version is. Right on the cusp.
Now that is some FUNKY stuff....nice one Billy!
I love how encouraging he was to his band member. Made my day again, Billy. RIP
Wow. I had such a crush on him when I was a teenager. That voice, that hair! He was just the epitome of cool.
Dang sounded just as good as in the 70's.love ya Billy.
ALL I CAN SAY IS THANK YOU MAC MILLER FOR THIS COVER AS THIS MAN BILLY PRESON IS PURE JOY!!! CAN SEE WHY YOU COVERED THIS MANS MUSIC!!
Totally.
this was one of my 1st r&b tracks that caught my attention way back in 1974, aged 12. Still is a favorite of mine. RIP Billy!
Saw him live in 74 with George Harrison. Billy Preston was good enough to back George and he did all his hits.
Love's me some Billy man!!! Great guy and great chops. I give anything to play one tune with him! RIP buddy...see ya soon.
man this guy is so charming
This is my favorite song of all time. Why isn't billy preston in the rock and roll hall of fame yet?
This is a good thing. My family went out to dinner at Sizzler in (MARIN, CALIFORNIA). SPACE RACE COME ON. THEY GUY AT THE NEXT TABLE AND I WERE JAMMING. MY MOM DIDN'T KNOW I KNEW. R.I.P. BILLY. Have my son on old school music.
you hear his gospel background when you listen to him talk. (for those of you who know about that traditional baptist church). cool
Billy is jammin' in heaven!
Brought me back so many good memories saw him many times the positive energy and charisma RIP Billy thanks for making me smile and honestly you couldn't not dance
Hare Krishna! 🥳🎈🌟🎈🥳 Happy new year 2023!
@@tulayamalavenapi4028 thank you In Terra Pax Hominibus Bonae Voluntatis 🕊
He was a legend in his own time. All his music is timeless!!! Boy it so fits in with the times right now!!!
IT;S AN HONOR TO watch mr;Billy preston.one of the reasons i became a keyboardist..AWSOME
Herbert Hofmann III Amen!
PURE GENIUS!!! May God Bless your soul Mr. Billy Preston! ❤️🙏🏽💎🎶💕🌺
Sept. 2: Happy birthday Mr Billy Preston. (1946-2006) Thank you and God bless. R.I.P.
MR. PRESTON HAPPY BIRTHDAY IN HEAVEN. YOUR MUSIC LIVES ON.
What a great lesson for the young people who want something without putting something in. Listen people. You get out according to what you put in -- over time.
These guys are having a goodtime playing that for sure. Love that funky stuff !!!
Grandiosa rola y grandioso Músico!!!!!!! De mi juventud en los 70´s WOw!!!! que recuerdos!!!! Por algo The Beatles le llamaron para participar con ellos en las grabaciones del Let it Be, y por algo The Rolling Stones lo llamaban para acompañarlos en sus giras, que Dios te bendiga, Billy!!!!!!!!!
I'm a soldier in the war on poverty!
One of my very favorite performers ever!!!!!!!
One of baddest and greatest keyboard players that ever lived
Thanks Billy for bringing music to life for me !! Still makes me go Wow !!
Love ya Billy RIP. You definitely had somethin brother. Peace and prayers to the family.
Billy Preston, nació genio. Qué tema más maravilloso y qué ritmo. Me encanta.
JUST PURE GOD GIVEN TALENT, SADLY LACKING TODAY
I wish I was born in this era!
me too !!!
Enjoy the music without the pain of living in that era. Been there, done that, glad I'm old and can enjoy from afar! ;-)
BritxBrat2Fashion me too. I'm 28 with a old soul
Me too, this generation suck
BritxBrat2Fashion tell your friends all about it. These artists and sounds are high missed and missing today!
Oh man, I love you! You make me happy even when I am sad.
u rock! ... U can't be more respected by me! luv to ya!... u can b my hero! ty for awesome music!
Along with "Then Came You" by Dionne Warwick & The Spinners, this song took the furthest jump from the Billboard Hot 100's #1 position. After a single week at #1, it went directly to #15, & is one of the 9 songs to leave the Hot 100's top-10 directly after being at #1.
this is a great song, i love it
Such a beautiful and alive artist!! : )
Brilliant lyrics too. Simple & deep.
they don't come any funkier than bad ass Billy
I love Billy
He was the best and it...does hurt...when people like Mr. Preston is taken away. I know we will all miss him. But like he said: "nothing from nothing" right, my soul hurts.
Billy Preston has been my idol forever!
He sounds good live
the best singer of hears 70
this song always keeps me in good mood
I agree and the lyrics are excellent "I'm not trying to be your hero 'cause that zero is too cold for me."
qué época maravillosa cuando la música era preciosa
God bless his soul, i pray he isnt in hell or purgatory. Such a beautiful musician and human being
I'm sure he's not. He brought joy.
gridsleep uh, no but the man did crazy ass shit in his life lmao sorry you dont know that lol
Billy Preston, Johnny Guitar Watson, Bootsy Collins, George Clinton all unsung geniuses
This bring so much delight to my soul. Thank you
Liked B.Preston since I was a little girl.. Thanks a lot for the upload😎
I saw him with the stones in Ft. Collins 1975. He played keys for them and did a couple of his hits. Another person also played piano at that show, some guy called "Reg from Watford." Mick never said his stage name, but I had met him a year before and recognized him.
heard this song on my drive to ottawa. had to shazam it! great tune, billy preston has a new fan in me. cant wait to look more into his work
The real fifth Beatle. What a talent.
LOVE IT, LOVE IT, RIP BILLY
Billy, I admire you! Your voice, your talent with the piano, and your songs, specially "my sweet Lord" thanks. I would like to know you
One of the best!!
This was the best performance by any band anywhere in the world for the year 1981. You can Wiki that
My teenager loves this Song!!!
God’s Blessings ❤🙏🇺🇸. Truly gods blessings on the blessed man Billy Preston ❤
cool that funky yes makes you feel happy, remind happyness - party!!!!
Damn what a badass band nothing but the best of backup Billy Preston that's for sure
Can see why the Beatles and the Stones and so many other rock starts looked up to him
I ve see him with the rolling stones in brussels with my daddy who invite me for my first RStones concert. My Dad love this song, and me too. RIP daddy, i Hope to follow this idea, nothing for nothing.
this is pure GROOVE !!!
What a Master..He even has the Germans rockin' to the funk.
Fue un gran éxito en el año de 1970 excelente tema.
thank you for this video....never knew who sang this song from my childhood days.....now i know.....bless the good old days...no Dj are superstars....who wudda thought
Dang ! Bring it Brother !!!
I like him live! A lot of bands don't sound very good in person.
Красавец! Заводной! Любимец публики! ❤❤❤
this don't get you going, nothing will! solid as a rock.
Grandioso!
This is GOLD AND PRICELESS! 😀😀
Great song.
Oh man, I love you! You make me happy even when I am sad. I hope there is an afterlife, because I would like to meet you one day.
Classic 👍🤗
here is the 5th person to join the Beatles people. to bad he's dead. I miss what he brought to music. thanks for uploading this perfect version.
I Love this song since i heard it in the Movie "Be kind rewind"
Essa música das antigas é d + 😊
fantastico !!!! saludos desde veenzuela