She’s singing about her best friend (“Beaches”) …who always was her constant “cheerleader”…but sadly passes away(spoiler alert)…this is a classic besties movie…if you aren’t balling after viewing it- something is wrong wit ya😁🕊️💜
This song was played at my sister's memorial, she was a part of a medical crew that died during a flight. 😭😭 She was my big sister and my best friend. To this day this song still makes me cry. Bette Midler couldn't have sang this best. I miss her everyday. Bette Midler speaks her the Best.
A really great reaction to an amazing song, I cry every time I hear it! She’s singing about her best friend but, I won’t say anymore because you need to watch the movie “beaches” and it will all make sense💜🌈🙏🏻
That's not quite correct. Even before Bette was singing torch songs in bath houses, she was a Broadway musical actress. I believe she originated the role of Tzeitl, Tevye's eldest daughter in Fiddler on the Roof with Zero Mostel. A great artist, whether acting or singing.
She was born in Honolulu, Hawaii in 1945. She appeared in her first movie, in a very small role, in 1966. The movie was called "Hawaii" and starred Julie Andrews, Max von Sydow, Richard Harris, and Gene Hackman.
This is such a beautiful song, and one that holds a special place in my heart. In 1996, I was going through a rough divorce and my youngest daughter, who was 11 at the time, told me she had a surprise for me in her room. She asked me to sit down, and she sang this song to me. When she was done, she told me not to cry (that didn't happen..there were flood waters) and that I was her hero. Still can't listen to this song without flashing back to that day and the memory it still holds in my heart.
Th for sharing. I had the same the Pain is hard to describe unless you have been there. I hope you & yr daughter are in a much better place now. God bless.
Please listen to the Gary Morris version who came out with this song long before Midler did. It is one of my favorites of this song. I am not a Midler fan because I believe entertainers are there to entertain not to use their platform to voice their politics. Morris is awesome.
This song kills me! Bette Milder is amazing. This song is from the movie “Beaches” which is the saddest movie ever. It’s about best friends. You need to watch it. Prepare to sob though. Also, The Rose is one of my favorite movies.
I couldn’t help noticing Jay say “he” when referring to the song’s subject.. it definitely sounds like a romantic relationship but truth is this is meant to be about a supportive best friend. The song was not originally hers, but her cover was used in her 1988 film Beaches, which follows the lifelong friendship of two women. I highly recommend the movie (mainly to Amber because I know Jay isn’t much of a movie guy lol) - I promise you WILL cry. Great video as always, guys!
@@karensilvera6694 LOL sorry for the reminder… but yes it was ‘88… I wasn’t yet but I watched it for the first time a few months ago and I knew it was gonna be sad but I wasn’t ready to cry 😭
I used to come home from work and find my two youngest pre-teen daughters sitting on the floor with a box of tissues between them, watching "Beaches". I bet they watched that video 50 times and cried everytime. I have to confess, I did a fair bit of crying there at the end.
If you loved this, you will really MUST listen to Bette singing “From A Distance”. I guarantee that will love it-but be sure to have your tissues ready!
The great thing about Better Midler is she can sing major ballads like this but she can also be really fun and even raunchy! Check out her cover of that Andrews Sisters Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy or Chapel of Love. She’s an icon!
oh yeah, fun and spicy, that's the Divine Miss M! Have loved her for years. She is a singer/performer first, and then an actor. She grew up in Hawaii, and is Jewish. One of her funny lines: "It was hard growing up Jewish in a Samoan neighborhood"
Bette is one of those singers like Aretha Franklin that probably doesn't even need a mic to reach the back of the cheap seats, but the timbre of her voice when she sings gently is so warm and tender.
This is a my BFF and me. she called me from the theatre just sobbing, She was the one that had the creavity I was the business, contract person. I lost her to cancer in 2004,
We had this at my mums Funeral - still brings me to tears now. In 10 years, I lost my mum, Dad and Sister - music was a big part of all their lives and is very powerful in invoking memories
When my son was born he was born 2 months early and only weighed 3lbs. The doctor said that he would not survive but he did. When he did the doctor called a radio station and told them the story and dedicated this song to my son. 34 years later my son is still alive and this song always brings tears to my eyes.
My big brother was two pounds he weighed 255pounds when he passed @59 his motto (survival )*I told he was a miracle you know what he said to me that I was the miracle I was born 2years later always look up to him good or bad he's my hero love him Larry Joe 💙🔥💙😎
@@larrysaenz8964 My son is a walking miracle as well. In 2020 during the pandemic, he had a brain aneurism and came out of it 100%. He didn't have to learn how to walk, talk or anything. He is still his old let's make everyone laugh. When he went to county jail he told the staff that he had to be on a special diet. They asked him why he thought he should get special treatment. He told them that he was pregnant and was feeding two and that he had to be put in the female dorm. They laughed. When he first met my lady almost 18 years ago the very first thing that he told her was that his dad (me) breastfed him and that I had the best-powdered milk that you would ever taste. I still don't know why he didn't pursue a career in comedy LOL.
Bette was nominated for an Oscar for her role in the movie “The Rose”. It’s theme song of the same name makes me teary every time. Same thing with “Wind Beneath My Wings” from her movie “Beaches”. Both movies are tearjerkers need at least a box of tissues for each movie❤️❤️❤️
This is about her best friend. Remembering this from the movie Beaches I still cry when I hear this, not knowing how many people I would lose to cancer since seeing the movie.
this song relates to Bette's character in the movie paying tribute to the friend in the movie who was there for her despite her own situation, but it could easily be a romantic love song in other scenarios other than the film storyline
Please watch the movie as everyone is suggesting! Then give us an update as to how many boxes of tissues you went through! And also how you feel afterwards about the song and how it relates to the movie. ❤️
I only have one person on my mind when I hear this song. My mother. She was in NO ONES shadow, but she most certainly tried to help me soar like an eagle. She WAS my hero, she WAS the wind beneath my wings. She still IS the person I strive to be. I love you Mom. Rest in peace.💔
So sorry for your loss. We lost our beloved mom, one year ago. Our mom, was first he rock of Gibraltar, our best friend, our love of our lives. Think of mom, everyday, it is getting better, but the hurt will always be with us. Mom is in know pain now. Mom is in heaven, with all our dearly departed family and pets. God bless you and your family. RIP- MOM, miss you so much!!
@@nickfiorenza5930 we lost my mother in May of 2015. It does get better. I keep her with me by doing my best to be like her. I might keep getting fatter if I keep cooking like her, but I'm OK with that. I'm sorry for your loss. May she rest in peace. 💔
Wind Beneath My Wings was the theme song to the movie "Beaches." It is the story of 2 women's lifelong friendship. Bette Midler plays the lead character. You guys should react to the movie. Fair warning: it is a tearjerker!
Bette Midler has that wow "I didn't know that voice came from you" factor....her other favorite for me is "From A Distance". Patrick Swayze was another actor that had an excellent voice....listen to "She's Like the Wind".
I'm a big Bette Midler fan. She's so talented. She's hysterical in Ruthless People and Outrageous Fortune. Beaches is so touching. I lost my sister way too soon and makes me think of this film. "From a Distance" is another beauty by Bette... Blessings and keep smiling. 💗💗💗
This song was played at my cousins funeral who died of AIDS over 25 years ago. This brings me to tears every time I hear it. He was like a brother to me, we were only 3 months apart. I loved him so much😪💔 The pain of his loss still affects me.
I dedicated this song to my BEST FRIEND/"SISTER" we were BF from diapers, she battled cancer her whole life but lost this last time, she passed away 💔 but I played her this song the night b4 she passed she was on hospice care and I like to belive she heard and understood it...a piece of me died w/her...bless yall and your channel yall r awsome ...t.y. 😍
Bless Your Heart, that had to be rough. Trust me when I tell You she Heard You, Felt You and Loves You. She will always be with you in your ❤. What a Beautiful Story of You and Your BF. God be with You and Comfort Your Soul. Much Love from California Kat ❤
I just lost one of my best friends a couple weeks ago. Before he died, he told me I was his hero for standing by him at the end of his life. I'm sure you were your friend's hero.
This is from the amazing movie Beaches and the song is about her best friend not a lover, a great female friendship is what this movie is about. This song won the grammy award for song of the year and record of the year in 1989. The movie is a must watch as many others have commented here, you will need tissues when you watch it though lol. Thank you for the reaction.
@@ChanelStuff They reacted to it several months ago. Even said it's the best cover they've ever heard, but never did another. I was looking forward to more reactions , but since I think that they are one of the best reactors on TH-cam, I'm sure there's a reason they never followed up.
Like many others, we played this song at my mother's funeral and, to this day, it always brings tears. You'll always be my hero Mom. Thanks for being the wind beneath my wings.
I think a bunch of us are! Carol King please 🙏 I actually get sad on Fridays because I know they aren't going to have her as a reaction. I seriously get sad which is crazy because I listen to her all the time. But they are so missing out on a genius who influenced the 50s, 60s, 70s, and so on all the way to the present. It's like never listening to Elvis. I feel the earth move under my feet 🎶🎹🎹
The movies where this was played was a tear jersey. My sister passed away from cervical cancer shortly after the movie and song came out. She was my angel who when I could never live up to my families expectations, she would hug me and make me feel like I mattered. I miss and think of her every day.
Everytime i hear this song, i think of my beautiful,selfless Momma. Rest in peace Momma. The pain still hasn't subsided after 32yrs. I miss you and love just as much today. as yesterday and tomorrow. You were my Hero. Fly Momma Fly. Thank you
Her first really big hit was a cover of " The Bugey Wugey Bugle Boy of Co. B", and another big one was "The Rose" which was from a movie based on the life of Janis Joplin!! Bette started out in the bath houses of NYC, an amazing talent and personality!! Sang to Johnny Carson on his last show!!
Almost every time I talked to my dad I would ask him ... "Did you ever know that you were my Hero?" He would say yes , I sure do. I lost my father in 2021 and I sit watching this with extreme tears rolling down my face. I miss him every single day.
In 1992, Johnny Carson chose Bette to be his final guest when he retired. She sang "One more for my Baby." She won an Emmy for that performance. It is AWESOME!
In the movie "Beaches" where this song is from, she's not singing to a man, she's singing to her life long friend Hillary played by The Great actress Barbara Hershey. 😎
Yesterday, when I was watching your re-reaction to WE ARE THE WORLD, I was just thinking "When are they going to listen to some Bette Middler" when I saw that you didn't recognize her amongst the other artists. A great vocalist who sure knows how to communicate emotions.
I've always said that Bette Midler is one of the few artists that literally spills her soul in every note she sings. Very few artists can do that. Watch the movie; it gives this song its context. Beaches. Total chick flick, but you leave going "I'm not crying."
Bette Midler, though she has a great voice (and if you watch the We Are the World video again, you'll see Bette in the choir), she's best known as a comedic actress. In 1976 she was nominated for an Oscar for "The Rose", which spawned a hit song of the same name. She was in many big films in the 80s and 90s, such as Ruthless People, Outrageous Fortune, Get Shorty, and, of course, Hocus Pocus. Her nickname for decades has been "The Divine Miss M". For your next Bette song, she did a duet with Mick Jagger, a cover of the Rolling Stones' song "Beast of Burden". "From a Distance" is also a classic.
I love her in concert! What a show. You can probably find some concert footage here. She wrote a book, A View From A Broad back in the 80s. It's a great read. Barry Manilow was her piano player when they started out. She's been an advocate of the LGBT from way back. Great woman! An idol.
She was known as The Divine Miss M back in the 70's..and is legendary for her live shows.....so many more songs to listen to..... Boogie Woogie Buggle Boy is none on my favourites lol... live.
Great Reaction guys. This song is from Beaches. A heavy movie. Bette also does a cover of the Rolling Stones "Beast of Burden". She kills it and Mick Jagger is in the vid.
I was my wife's 24/7 caregiver for 20 1/2 years and part time for about 5 years earlier. She passed 2 years ago. Without getting into the details as I would be administering to her she used to bring this song up and tell me I was her hero but given how she dealt with her circumstance she was the real hero.
The song was used in the movie "Beaches." It fit the movie well. Or maybe the movie fit the song. "Wings" was written in the early 1980's and recorded by several artists prior to this recording by Bette Midler.
This comes from the movie "beaches" which she stars in. It is my go to cry movie. When you just need to get something out of your system. I usually can't get through this song without crying..😫
Bette is an amazing talent. You might also want to check out: "Only in Miami", "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy" (an excellent cover of the '40's Andrews' Sisters song) and "The Rose". They don't call her the Divine Miss M. for nothing!
Bette Midler is a national treasure. A brilliant actress, a wonderful singer and a hilarious comedian. She has all of those qualities in spades. I love her. The Devine Miss M. which was also the title of one of her finest albums.
Such a beautiful song from such a beautiful voice. Bette Midler is truly amazing, and I am so glad to see you guys react to her. I have always loved this song, just as I've always loved the movie for which she recorded it. The movie is called Beaches, and it stars Bette Midler and Barbara Hershey. You guys have to watch that! As for my recommendation this time, I was going to suggest "The Rose," but since you said you've reacted to that already on patreon, I'm going to recommend something else instead. "The Rose" . . . by Conway Twitty. It's the same song as Bette Midler's, but Conway's version brings something new and amazing to the song (and, if I'm going to be honest, as much as I love Bette Midler, I actually like Conway Twitty's version of "The Rose" even more than hers). I have no doubt whatsoever that you guys will both love it.
We played this at my moms funeral. I am crying so hard now. I miss my momma so much! I love this song it always takes me back to when she was alive but very sick she wanted to hear this song all of the time. So it is so fitting that I hear it today. I have been a cry baby all day. Thanks again for this!! 😢😢😢💕💕
It was first Roger Wittaker who sang this song, but evidentally Bette Midler certainly was incredible both singing this song and also in the film 'Beaches'. xxx
She is signing this song in honor of her best friend who died from cancer. It was a story about friendship, not lovers. Also you need to listen to version that is not mixed. Bette's voice is one of the purist you'll ever hear.
Bette Midler did a movie years ago called “The Rose”. It’s believed to be based on Janice Joplin. Great movie. You really need to watch that movie. Bette is amazing in that part
Hocus Pocus is one if my favourite films. And I agree with you Amber, that her version of "I put a spell on you" is the best 👌. This is a great song too. It makes you feel like you're on cloud 9. ☁️ Bette Midler is a super talented lady.
If you haven't seen Beaches, it's a must. The lyrics fit the movie perfectly. And it will break your heart. It's the epitome of a "best friend" movie.
100%
I was definitely going to suggest the same. It’s a real female Friday movie. Grab your besties and tissues Amber you will cry.
Absolutely!
It’s an Awesome movie!! I’ve watched it too many times to count! The girl from Blossom plays Bett Midler as a little girl.
Bring a box of tissues!
She’s singing about her best friend (“Beaches”) …who always was her constant “cheerleader”…but sadly passes away(spoiler alert)…this is a classic besties movie…if you aren’t balling after viewing it- something is wrong wit ya😁🕊️💜
Every time I hear her sing this song I start crying… the movie Beaches….
Same
She sang that at the memorial for 911, perfection
This song was played at my sister's memorial, she was a part of a medical crew that died during a flight. 😭😭 She was my big sister and my best friend. To this day this song still makes me cry. Bette Midler couldn't have sang this best. I miss her everyday. Bette Midler speaks her the Best.
So sorry for your loss. My big sister is 3 years older than me and I couldn't imagine what it's like... I'm so sorry. ❤
Praying and sending condolences. I am a little sis and can't begin to imagine'
So sorry for your loss 🙏🏿
I am so very sorry for your loss. What a perfect song for your sister...
😢❤
Bette Midler's signature and teary eyed song. She won a Grammy award for this song. Bring on more Bette,!
And you must watch the movie, Beaches!
Definatly a movie to watched. My mom and aunt were at odds. Tgey both watched the movie separatly then called each other to make up because of it🌹
A really great reaction to an amazing song, I cry every time I hear it! She’s singing about her best friend but, I won’t say anymore because you need to watch the movie “beaches” and it will all make sense💜🌈🙏🏻
Be sure to watch the original, that’s the one Bette stars in.
And have plenty of hankies ready.
Mayim Bialik played Bette as a child.
She started as a singer in gay bathhouses with Barry Manilow as piano accompanist, and after gaining fame as a singer, she entered acting.
Yep! I remember her from way back. She was also Johnny Carson's last guest on his retirement show.
That's not quite correct. Even before Bette was singing torch songs in bath houses, she was a Broadway musical actress. I believe she originated the role of Tzeitl, Tevye's eldest daughter in Fiddler on the Roof with Zero Mostel. A great artist, whether acting or singing.
@@tomenrico6199, indeed, though she was not the original (it opened in 1964) -- she was a replacement starting in 1967 or so.
She was born in Honolulu, Hawaii in 1945. She appeared in her first movie, in a very small role, in 1966. The movie was called "Hawaii" and starred Julie Andrews, Max von Sydow, Richard Harris, and Gene Hackman.
And Katey Sagal aka Peg Bundy was one of Bette's back up singers !
She sang this live at Yankee Stadium in the days following 9/11, full of families of those who were killed. There aren't words for it.
SPEECHLESS
I have seen that one. Very touching and Bette was awesome as always.
Cried my eyes out at that performance!
This is such a beautiful song, and one that holds a special place in my heart. In 1996, I was going through a rough divorce and my youngest daughter, who was 11 at the time, told me she had a surprise for me in her room. She asked me to sit down, and she sang this song to me. When she was done, she told me not to cry (that didn't happen..there were flood waters) and that I was her hero. Still can't listen to this song without flashing back to that day and the memory it still holds in my heart.
Wow..reading this message brings a tear to my eye...this would be one of your life’s highlights. Thank you for sharing this with us.
What a lovely daughter you raised. ❤️
Blessings to your daughter and you
Wow what a beautiful story...thank you very much for sharing..
Th for sharing. I had the same the Pain is hard to describe unless you have been there. I hope you & yr daughter are in a much better place now. God bless.
Please listen to the Gary Morris version who came out with this song long before Midler did. It is one of my favorites of this song. I am not a Midler fan because I believe entertainers are there to entertain not to use their platform to voice their politics. Morris is awesome.
“From A Distance”… by Bette Midler.. in this time of war in the Ukrainian, this song would apply..
Amazing vocalist….
Definitely!❤!❤!❤!!
Love that song.
Throwing my vote in as well. That's easily my favorite Bette Midler song. ❤
From A Distance is a BEAUTIFUL song!!and yes,perfect message for today's times.
Same for the Desert Storm War, radio played this constantly when the war first started, love Bette
This song kills me! Bette Milder is amazing. This song is from the movie “Beaches” which is the saddest movie ever. It’s about best friends. You need to watch it. Prepare to sob though.
Also, The Rose is one of my favorite movies.
I couldn’t help noticing Jay say “he” when referring to the song’s subject.. it definitely sounds like a romantic relationship but truth is this is meant to be about a supportive best friend. The song was not originally hers, but her cover was used in her 1988 film Beaches, which follows the lifelong friendship of two women. I highly recommend the movie (mainly to Amber because I know Jay isn’t much of a movie guy lol) - I promise you WILL cry. Great video as always, guys!
I always think of my parents - they sacrifice some of their dreams to let their children fly
Was it that long ago? Argh time flies. I seriously said, wait. What? 1988? Holy crud I'm old. LOL
@@kelly9876 that’s very true! ❤️
@@karensilvera6694 LOL sorry for the reminder… but yes it was ‘88… I wasn’t yet but I watched it for the first time a few months ago and I knew it was gonna be sad but I wasn’t ready to cry 😭
I used to come home from work and find my two youngest pre-teen daughters sitting on the floor with a box of tissues between them, watching "Beaches". I bet they watched that video 50 times and cried everytime. I have to confess, I did a fair bit of crying there at the end.
Danced with my mom to this at my wedding. It was and still is a beautiful representation of our relationship growing up.
If you loved this, you will really MUST listen to Bette singing “From A Distance”. I guarantee that will love it-but be sure to have your tissues ready!
Oh crap...another beautiful song from Ms. M
My favorite of hers.
The great thing about Better Midler is she can sing major ballads like this but she can also be really fun and even raunchy! Check out her cover of that Andrews Sisters Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy or Chapel of Love.
She’s an icon!
Also, Do You Wanna Dance and Friends.
oh yeah, fun and spicy, that's the Divine Miss M! Have loved her for years. She is a singer/performer first, and then an actor.
She grew up in Hawaii, and is Jewish. One of her funny lines: "It was hard growing up Jewish in a Samoan neighborhood"
Yes! I love the sassy side of Bette Midler best!
Beast of Burden where she's singing to Mick Jagger... I think she sings it better myself!
The "Rose" album is amazing! Great movie too!
Bette is one of those singers like Aretha Franklin that probably doesn't even need a mic to reach the back of the cheap seats, but the timbre of her voice when she sings gently is so warm and tender.
“ Hello In There” just kills me!
@@TheDivayentaoh yes that one gets me too
Spot on👍🏻
Though the song is so touching, you really have to see the movie "Beaches" to appreciate the story behind the song. Movie and song always make me cry.
This is a my BFF and me. she called me from the theatre just sobbing, She was the one that had the creavity I was the business, contract person. I lost her to cancer in 2004,
I played this song at my dad’s funeral services. The words are so true about him. He was my hero.
We had this at my mums Funeral - still brings me to tears now. In 10 years, I lost my mum, Dad and Sister - music was a big part of all their lives and is very powerful in invoking memories
When my son was born he was born 2 months early and only weighed 3lbs. The doctor said that he would not survive but he did. When he did the doctor called a radio station and told them the story and dedicated this song to my son. 34 years later my son is still alive and this song always brings tears to my eyes.
My big brother was two pounds he weighed 255pounds when he passed @59 his motto (survival )*I told he was a miracle you know what he said to me that I was the miracle I was born 2years later always look up to him good or bad he's my hero love him Larry Joe 💙🔥💙😎
@@larrysaenz8964 My son is a walking miracle as well. In 2020 during the pandemic, he had a brain aneurism and came out of it 100%. He didn't have to learn how to walk, talk or anything. He is still his old let's make everyone laugh. When he went to county jail he told the staff that he had to be on a special diet. They asked him why he thought he should get special treatment. He told them that he was pregnant and was feeding two and that he had to be put in the female dorm. They laughed. When he first met my lady almost 18 years ago the very first thing that he told her was that his dad (me) breastfed him and that I had the best-powdered milk that you would ever taste. I still don't know why he didn't pursue a career in comedy LOL.
Bette was nominated for an Oscar for her role in the movie “The Rose”. It’s theme song of the same name makes me teary every time. Same thing with “Wind Beneath My Wings” from her movie “Beaches”. Both movies are tearjerkers need at least a box of tissues for each movie❤️❤️❤️
Y'all definitely need to watch The Rose.
Indeed. The Rose is amazing. I like the japanese version of it from Only Yesterday too.
This is about her best friend. Remembering this from the movie Beaches I still cry when I hear this, not knowing how many people I would lose to cancer since seeing the movie.
This is actually a country song by Gary Morris that she redid for the movie.
this song relates to Bette's character in the movie paying tribute to the friend in the movie who was there for her despite her own situation, but it could easily be a romantic love song in other scenarios other than the film storyline
Please watch the movie as everyone is suggesting! Then give us an update as to how many boxes of tissues you went through! And also how you feel afterwards about the song and how it relates to the movie. ❤️
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I only have one person on my mind when I hear this song. My mother. She was in NO ONES shadow, but she most certainly tried to help me soar like an eagle. She WAS my hero, she WAS the wind beneath my wings. She still IS the person I strive to be. I love you Mom. Rest in peace.💔
Same. I wrote somewhere here that I had this song played at my mom's funeral. Rest in peace to all moms!
I thought the same…she was so proud of me, always in my Corner, always encouraging me in any endeavor. I love and miss you Momma
So sorry for your loss. We lost our beloved mom, one year ago. Our mom, was first he rock of Gibraltar, our best friend, our love of our lives. Think of mom, everyday, it is getting better, but the hurt will always be with us. Mom is in know pain now. Mom is in heaven, with all our dearly departed family and pets. God bless you and your family. RIP- MOM, miss you so much!!
@@nickfiorenza5930 we lost my mother in May of 2015. It does get better. I keep her with me by doing my best to be like her. I might keep getting fatter if I keep cooking like her, but I'm OK with that.
I'm sorry for your loss. May she rest in peace. 💔
Wind Beneath My Wings was the theme song to the movie "Beaches." It is the story of 2 women's lifelong friendship. Bette Midler plays the lead character. You guys should react to the movie. Fair warning: it is a tearjerker!
Have the WHOLE box of Kleenex ready.
This song is so giving…giving love to someone who needs it!
Bette Midler has that wow "I didn't know that voice came from you" factor....her other favorite for me is "From A Distance". Patrick Swayze was another actor that had an excellent voice....listen to "She's Like the Wind".
Yea too bad she's a Dem
Yes! Patrick Swayze's version was excellent! I can always tell which version is his! I've always liked it much better!
Bette Midler has a powerful voice. Her portrayal of Janis Joplin was unforgettable.
This song always makes me think of my mom. My mom always stood back to let her husband and kids shine.
One of the all time great love songs/wedding songs. Bette Midler nails the vocal. One more ballad from Bette is "From a Distance."
"From a Distance" is a good one!
I'm a big Bette Midler fan. She's so talented. She's hysterical in Ruthless People and Outrageous Fortune. Beaches is so touching. I lost my sister way too soon and makes me think of this film. "From a Distance" is another beauty by Bette... Blessings and keep smiling. 💗💗💗
Yes, she's one of the best comedic actresses.
Loved Outrageous Fortune and the one she did with Lilly Tomlin...Big Business I think
@@r.rodriguez1257 yes!! I love Big Business too!! 🤣🤣🤣
She was also in The First Wife's Club.
Outrageous fortune is hilarious. She's an amazing actress her comedy timing just 👏👏👏
This song was played at my cousins funeral who died of AIDS over 25 years ago. This brings me to tears every time I hear it. He was like a brother to me, we were only 3 months apart. I loved him so much😪💔 The pain of his loss still affects me.
Lydia: Lots n lots of hugs! Sorry for your loss😥
@@anniemhopeful1733 Thank you💕
I dedicated this song to my BEST FRIEND/"SISTER" we were BF from diapers, she battled cancer her whole life but lost this last time, she passed away 💔 but I played her this song the night b4 she passed she was on hospice care and I like to belive she heard and understood it...a piece of me died w/her...bless yall and your channel yall r awsome ...t.y. 😍
(((Hugs))) So sorry for your loss
Bless Your Heart, that had to be rough. Trust me when I tell You she Heard You, Felt You and Loves You. She will always be with you in your ❤. What a Beautiful Story of You and Your BF. God be with You and Comfort Your Soul. Much Love from California Kat ❤
I just lost one of my best friends a couple weeks ago. Before he died, he told me I was his hero for standing by him at the end of his life. I'm sure you were your friend's hero.
@@buster9106 t.y for saying it sorry about ur friend too..
@@heidikleckawoodward20 thank you. The pain is still so raw.
This is from the amazing movie Beaches and the song is about her best friend not a lover, a great female friendship is what this movie is about. This song won the grammy award for song of the year and record of the year in 1989. The movie is a must watch as many others have commented here, you will need tissues when you watch it though lol. Thank you for the reaction.
I can't watch it without a box of Kleenex.
you must see the movie "Beaches" OMG-this song will mean SO much more!! Great Movie!! It is about the friendship between two women.
Love Bette, and this song became best pick for many a funeral, pretty sure she didn't expect that. Great song
Her depiction of a Sanderson sister in “Hocus Pocus” is comic genius. She sang “”I Put a Spell on you” is one of the best covers
Have you heard Angelina Jordan's version of it? It's truly phenomenal. I think she was like 9 or 10 when she covered it
@@ChanelStuff They reacted to it several months ago. Even said it's the best cover they've ever heard, but never did another. I was looking forward to more reactions , but since I think that they are one of the best reactors on TH-cam, I'm sure there's a reason they never followed up.
Such a beautiful voice her tones is so rich and powerful.
Like many others, we played this song at my mother's funeral and, to this day, it always brings tears. You'll always be my hero Mom. Thanks for being the wind beneath my wings.
Yesss! I love this song, it's from the movie Beaches, which is a must see if you haven't seen it.
I loved that movie 🙋🏻♀️
The movie "The Rose" is a CLASSIC!! It's a movie I'll pull out every now and again to remind me of being human.
My favorite movie of all time. Bette deserved the Oscar she didn't get....
Gotta say, Amber picked a glorious trio of songs to start year 2. Well done! (Still patiently waiting for some Carol King)
I think a bunch of us are! Carol King please 🙏 I actually get sad on Fridays because I know they aren't going to have her as a reaction. I seriously get sad which is crazy because I listen to her all the time. But they are so missing out on a genius who influenced the 50s, 60s, 70s, and so on all the way to the present. It's like never listening to Elvis. I feel the earth move under my feet 🎶🎹🎹
@@karensilvera6694 Have faith. They’ll get there. Jay’ll like it (at least). Amber will love it!
I got a reply when I sent a request and they said they did do one of her songs but it was blocked by TH-cam.
@@valogden Bummer! Thanks for sharing that. Maybe there'll be another opportunity. Until then, we'll just keep enjoying the RSR vibes as we find 'em.
The movies where this was played was a tear jersey. My sister passed away from cervical cancer shortly after the movie and song came out. She was my angel who when I could never live up to my families expectations, she would hug me and make me feel like I mattered. I miss and think of her every day.
💐Beautiful, absolutely beautiful CJ‼️
Everytime i hear this song, i think of my beautiful,selfless Momma. Rest in peace Momma. The pain still hasn't subsided after 32yrs. I miss you and love just as much today. as yesterday and tomorrow. You were my Hero. Fly Momma Fly. Thank you
In her prime, nobody could touch Bette milder
Her vocal skills were beyond compare
And she is a lovely genuine person! Had the priviledge of meeting her back in the 70's at a party when I was 16. She was so gracious and kind.
Not Karen Carpenter
I still think she was the best Mama Rose in Gypsy on Broadway.
I mean, I ADORE me some Patti Lupone but no one does crazy like Bette.
Somebody forgor about Barbara Striesand. Both of the ladies voices are out of this world!
You should react to her singing “The Rose”, will bring you to tears 😭
Apparently they did, but in their members only part. Love The Rose, and loved the movie.
Her first really big hit was a cover of " The Bugey Wugey Bugle Boy of Co. B", and another big one was "The Rose" which was from a movie based on the life of Janis Joplin!! Bette started out in the bath houses of NYC, an amazing talent and personality!! Sang to Johnny Carson on his last show!!
I remember that one, She' was fabulous in that too.
And Barry Manilow was her piano player in those bath houses..lol...
"Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy of Company B", originally by The Andrews Sisters. Jay/Amber would like both versions.
She does a great rendition of “when a man loves a woman” in “The Rose” movie. Need to do a reaction to that version of the song!
I remember she had Johnny Carson in tears with her song!
Almost every time I talked to my dad I would ask him ... "Did you ever know that you were my Hero?" He would say yes , I sure do. I lost my father in 2021 and I sit watching this with extreme tears rolling down my face. I miss him every single day.
In 1992, Johnny Carson chose Bette to be his final guest when he retired. She sang "One more for my Baby." She won an Emmy for that performance. It is AWESOME!
In the movie "Beaches" where this song is from, she's not singing to a man, she's singing to her life long friend Hillary played by The Great actress Barbara Hershey. 😎
And the then child actor, Mayim Bialik, played young Bette when the kids were growing up!
The Rose...From a Distance are anothers worth a look..
They already reviewed The Rose.
Yesterday, when I was watching your re-reaction to WE ARE THE WORLD, I was just thinking "When are they going to listen to some Bette Middler" when I saw that you didn't recognize her amongst the other artists. A great vocalist who sure knows how to communicate emotions.
I thought the same. :)
Amber is sooo good with words. "Appreciative of letting someone shine and not dimming their spotlight".
From 'Beaches' best best friend movie ever.
"Beaches" is an absolute must-watch, as everyone else says. She's not singing about a man, but about her best friend.
Great song she also has a all time favorite The Rose
They already reviewed it.
@@MChantal76 I can’t find it then to watch it
@@TheArb9500 It's on the Patreon channel.
I've always said that Bette Midler is one of the few artists that literally spills her soul in every note she sings. Very few artists can do that. Watch the movie; it gives this song its context. Beaches. Total chick flick, but you leave going "I'm not crying."
...while tears are pouring down your face and you seem to be having trouble breathing
I still cry just thinking about that movie. Tearjerker is an understatement!
This was my song ti my mom. This is the first time listening to it since she passed almost 2 yrs ago. I'm bawling like a baby. I miss her so much.
Me too my dad is gone and was my heto❤
There is so much emotion in Bette Midler's singing, she is exquisite.
Bette Midler, though she has a great voice (and if you watch the We Are the World video again, you'll see Bette in the choir), she's best known as a comedic actress. In 1976 she was nominated for an Oscar for "The Rose", which spawned a hit song of the same name. She was in many big films in the 80s and 90s, such as Ruthless People, Outrageous Fortune, Get Shorty, and, of course, Hocus Pocus. Her nickname for decades has been "The Divine Miss M". For your next Bette song, she did a duet with Mick Jagger, a cover of the Rolling Stones' song "Beast of Burden". "From a Distance" is also a classic.
True!
The movie that this song is from was Beaches, not The Rose!
I love her in concert! What a show. You can probably find some concert footage here. She wrote a book, A View From A Broad back in the 80s. It's a great read. Barry Manilow was her piano player when they started out. She's been an advocate of the LGBT from way back. Great woman! An idol.
She also starred in For The Boys with James Caan. I love that movie!
@@nancymunroe3672 I didn't say this was from The Rose. I just said the was a song called The Rose from the movie of the same name.
You need to hear her sing "The Rose" a tribute to Janis Joplin.
They already reviewed it.
They said up front that they reviewed it sometime back on their Patreon so they've heard it.
We played this at my sister’s funeral. It makes me both cry and smile every time I hear it still. Thanks for checking it out! ❤️
Nobody sings this song like Bette Midler!
Her, "From a Distance" touching, and I think now an elevating song for today.
If you love Bette’s version of I Put a Spell on you, you have to hear Annie Lennox’s version…she rips the roof off that song.
She was known as The Divine Miss M back in the 70's..and is legendary for her live shows.....so many more songs to listen to..... Boogie Woogie Buggle Boy is none on my favourites lol... live.
Make that the 70's.
Great Reaction guys. This song is from Beaches. A heavy movie. Bette also does a cover of the Rolling Stones "Beast of Burden". She kills it and Mick Jagger is in the vid.
Yes!! I forgot about Beast of Burden.....another hidden gem that was fire!!
One of my favorite videos/songs..her version of Beast of Burden!
Great song!
I was my wife's 24/7 caregiver for 20 1/2 years and part time for about 5 years earlier. She passed 2 years ago. Without getting into the details as I would be administering to her she used to bring this song up and tell me I was her hero but given how she dealt with her circumstance she was the real hero.
Oh, sweetheart. Your comment broke my heart, but what an amazing husband you were.
Sorry for your loss
Yes yes yes , you have to watch beaches, you will ugly cry. She's got so many ranges both acting and musically.
The song was used in the movie "Beaches." It fit the movie well. Or maybe the movie fit the song. "Wings" was written in the early 1980's and recorded by several artists prior to this recording by Bette Midler.
This comes from the movie "beaches" which she stars in. It is my go to cry movie. When you just need to get something out of your system. I usually can't get through this song without crying..😫
Bette is an amazing talent. You might also want to check out: "Only in Miami", "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy" (an excellent cover of the '40's Andrews' Sisters song) and "The Rose". They don't call her the Divine Miss M. for nothing!
The Rose is one of my favorites.
Bette Midler is a national treasure. A brilliant actress, a wonderful singer and a hilarious comedian. She has all of those qualities in spades. I love her. The Devine Miss M. which was also the title of one of her finest albums.
Makes me cry...every single time. Too many people like this don't get the recognition that they deserve...
You reacted again yesterday to “We Are the World”. Bette Midler was in it also.
Such a beautiful song from such a beautiful voice. Bette Midler is truly amazing, and I am so glad to see you guys react to her. I have always loved this song, just as I've always loved the movie for which she recorded it. The movie is called Beaches, and it stars Bette Midler and Barbara Hershey. You guys have to watch that!
As for my recommendation this time, I was going to suggest "The Rose," but since you said you've reacted to that already on patreon, I'm going to recommend something else instead. "The Rose" . . . by Conway Twitty. It's the same song as Bette Midler's, but Conway's version brings something new and amazing to the song (and, if I'm going to be honest, as much as I love Bette Midler, I actually like Conway Twitty's version of "The Rose" even more than hers). I have no doubt whatsoever that you guys will both love it.
Amber you reacted so powerfully to this song. Don’t ever watch “Beaches” the movie this is from. It will destroy you emotionally.
It's extremely sad!
ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS PERFOMANCE AND SONG BY MS M . I'm 73 and getting chills. THE MOVIE WAS ONE OF THE BEST , MUST WATCH
Always brings a tear to my eye.❤
Bette is an American icon ❤
Huge talent. She was part of "We are the World" as well.
Her movie "The Rose" would be up Amber's alley, since she plays a very Janis Joplin-like singer.
We played this at my moms funeral. I am crying so hard now. I miss my momma so much! I love this song it always takes me back to when she was alive but very sick she wanted to hear this song all of the time. So it is so fitting that I hear it today. I have been a cry baby all day. Thanks again for this!! 😢😢😢💕💕
Bette's "From A Distance" is an absolute MUST do!
It was first Roger Wittaker who sang this song, but evidentally Bette Midler certainly was incredible both singing this song and also in the film 'Beaches'. xxx
this song has turned into and daddy/daughter dance at wsddings. itcame from her movie , beaches, and she's singing about her long time best friend.
This song brings a tear to my eyes every time I hear it because she puts so much emotion in this song .
From the movie soundtrack to “Beaches”. The song depicts her relationship to her best friend. We can all relate to that.
This movie still makes me bawl
She is signing this song in honor of her best friend who died from cancer. It was a story about friendship, not lovers. Also you need to listen to version that is not mixed. Bette's voice is one of the purist you'll ever hear.
Bette Midler did a movie years ago called “The Rose”. It’s believed to be based on Janice Joplin. Great movie. You really need to watch that movie. Bette is amazing in that part
This is one of two epic inspirational songs that Bette Midler gave us. Next Stop: "From a Distance."
this song is a tear jerker for sure. beautiful voice. Guys, react to -- From a distance -Bette Midler
This was by far my favorite Bette Midler song.
Rose is one of her best songs and unmissable.
Such a beautiful song. ❤️
Hocus Pocus is one if my favourite films. And I agree with you Amber, that her version of "I put a spell on you" is the best 👌.
This is a great song too. It makes you feel like you're on cloud 9. ☁️ Bette Midler is a super talented lady.
This was my mom's favorite song and she passed away in 2017 from Cancer. I cry every time I hear this song. Thank you for reacting to this song.
Her performance in The Rose was impeccable, and her rendition of "When a man loves a woman" is the best I've ever heard... Raw, emotional, powerful.
This song makes me think of my Dad who passed away 8 years ago !