I saw them live in 1964, I was about 15 and they were fantastic. My Dad went to Vietnam in 65 and my mother was German and didn't write to well so they sent tapes to each other and Dad sent her this song and she cried so much, she loved it ❤️
@@catbutte4770 sad to say they are both gone now, my dad died at 49 and my mom never got over him, moved in with me and died at 62. They were super close
Eternal love. Beautiful story. Thank you for sharing. Lost my hubby of 32 years just a few years ago and your story made me tear up. I still miss him so much. Bless you
@@Mona.555 so sorry for your loss. I still have my husband of 41 years. When I met him I was divorced with 3 children under 5 and he had never had any children but within 3 years we were married and he adopted mine. He is 76 now and has alot of health issues but it is so worth taking care of him for the life he has given me and my children ❤️ Our song at our wedding was and still is ALWAYS AND FOREVER by Heatwave
The crazy thing is as good of a performance as this was, AND IT WAS, Bobby was sick and still delivered a performance 2nd to none with his Mother in the audience. Thats who he is smiling to at the end, A True Master Singer!!
Loved watching you two react, visually and with your comments. Righteous Brothers were the best in the 60s, but they have continued to enchant generations of listeners right up until today. Some of their music will be forever music!
There was no place to hide back then. It was a different era to be sure, the performers dressed in formal suits and dresses created a classy event. Today's performers seem to hardly make an effort and rely on auto-tune and special stage effects instead of talent and practice honing their craft. Some disrespect their fans and walk out or don't bother showing up at all. Song lyrics have to be shocking and nasty to get attention.
swear american idol has programmed people to think everyone has a “voice” and it’s not hours of time spent honing individual characteristics of equalizing their control and ability
Smooth as silk. With over 670 artists covering this song, no one does it better than the late great Bobby Hatfield. The gold standard. Just one of there many hit songs. Greatest duo of all time.
He did not even pause of catch a breath, that is what is so amazing about this. You can't fake that with a live audience. And a song written with forethought, and compassion.
What a wonderful song for your wedding song. I was there back in those days too, watching it on TV with Andy Williams Show. Hearing this music on modern equipment, compared to car radios and small black and white TV's. I love Roy Orbison and Jay Black & The Americans to hit those high notes, but this performance is in it's level. A triumph.
Ahhh...the late Bobby Hatfield. His voice was so awesome! I watch him sing this beautiful song on the Andy Williams show in 1965. No auto tune just pure raw talent. RIP BOBBY! We miss your beautful voice.
This was live on tv, audience asked to keep quiet, musos in the next room, mum in the audience, young Bobby Hatfield had a head-cold and this is the best version for all time. This was also only about 20 years before auto-tune was even invented, so if you couldn't sing well (and he did great, ) you just had to stay home.
Not only is it the greatest live performance but to me the greatest tenor or countertenor. His heart his soul everything was in that song and he created a masterpiece. He owns it and it will live forever
You are right there mate when you say "you can never get over this perfomance" I have heard this song thousands and thousands of times, it's on my list. I'm 82 in a few days and the "oldies" and sometimes very much the "goodies". I enjoyed the reaction and yes, listen to this and it alaways brings a smile to your face.
No one else can sing this song like Bobby Hatfield. I could listen to him singing this song every day. Unfortunately Bobby left us in November of 2003. A tragic loss of a great talent.
This is a live performance from The Andy Williams Show. There is another TH-cam video of this that shows Andy Williams interviewing both of the Righteous Brothers and they are joking around. Andy requests that they do Unchained Melody and Bobby informs him that he does this one by himself. When Andy Williams asks why, Bill Medley jokingly says, “Because I didn’t think it would be a hit.” When Andy and Bill walk off the stage, Bobby takes the microphone and performs this song. The song is from a B movie Unchained. It was a 1955 prison movie and this song was written for a prisoner that was pinning for his lover as he contemplated trying to escape to see her or doing all of his time. The Righteous Brothers recorded it in 1965 and it was a huge hit. Their recording was a big hit again in 1990 when it was in the Patrick Swayze and Demi Moore movie Ghost. Ghost wasn’t the only movie to feature a Righteous Brothers song. They sang You’ve Lost That Loving Feeling in Top Gun. Bill Medley sang a duet with Jennifer Warnes, I’ve had the Time of My Life in the movie Dirty Dancing.
This is widely referred to as the greatest live performance of all time. It was live in 1965 on The Andy Williams Show. No autotuners or other electronics and a very basic sound system for the time. Just pure, raw talent. It is the most requested song for "first dances" at weddings. The term "blue-eyed soul" was coined for them. They got their name while singing at a black nightclub in the south. At the end of the performance, a guy stood up and yelled "that was righteous brothers".
thankyou for your timeless reaction this is very lovely. Bobbie Hatfield is an Angel this is the love and talent he has. the very best Unchained Melody.1965 original Live I thankyou for sharing t this with me.
It was re-released in the movie “Ghost”. Which was the third time this made the charts. 😮However, that was a modified recorded version and not nearly as GREAT as this performance. It was still good. But not nearly the caliber of this performance. I can’t think of one live performance that matches this quality except for Queen with Freddy Mercury, who came close.
Master class in singing right there Holding the notes with only tiny vocal runs that complement the lyrics instead of competing with them or trying to overpower the instrumental. Great balance throughout for a live performance.
i have heard/seen Unchained Melody a million times and could hear/see it a million more and I would still get goosebumps, butterflies and feel on the verge of tears every single time. I love the Righteous Brothers :)
Thanks, guys! this LIVE version is totally the best... he doesn't strain or scream.. just hits those notes purely and clearly.. (I also heard that he was nervous b/c his MOM was in the audience - lol... I'm sure she was proud!) P.S. does he even take a breath? lol
I was 15 when this song was released in 1965 and has remained my favorite all time song to this day. Never ever get tired of listening to this masterpiece.
Well, this is gonna show my age, but I already had several children by the time this came out. It has always been one of my favorite performances. I have listened to it probably 2 or 3 hundred times over the years. To me it is quite romantic and sexy and shows just what a special voice really can do. He sure knew how to deliver THE message !!!!! Thanks for sharing it with your audience, also. I forgot to mention that a slow dance to this song while in your husband's arms it's just one of those things that you never forget. It is quite seductive to say the least!
Top 5 best live performances ever recorded in my book. He was very nervous before he got out there, since his mother was in the audience and he really wanted to impress her. Absolutely phenomenal performance!!!
Incredible voice period. Just that. Nothing fancy, just pure. My 83 year old Mum has been listening to this song A LOT lately 💜 You can see why this is one if not THE most romantic songs of ALL time 💜💜💜
I never cared much for The Righteous Brothers until all you young fokes started reviewing them, and I realized how lovely their vocals were. And how nice-looking he was. Ever listen to Sam Cooke? I love his voice. "You Send Me?" Perfection.
JayV, I’ve followed you for awhile now and love your work. Did you realize that you were going to get an education in music when you started your site? Being a professional singer (retired) at 62 I want you to know that this was the bar that all singers were trying to live up to. I was a Bass singer and have met and sang with many of the famous. The wife and I really enjoyed watching your reaction to the universal language of music. Turn him on to Tom Jones and Jackie Wilson. You know their best songs. God Bless and enjoy what you’re doing! The list goes on and on.
I have probably watched this a hundred times and could watch it 100 more. The Righteous Brothers are an all time favorite. I heard them say they were singing in a club and one of the patrons yelled, "that's Righteous brother," thus their name! Love them.
Best version hands down of this classic song. Absolutely loved the Righteous Brothers. Their style of music was referred to as blue-eyed soul. Sadly we lost Bobby Hatfield almost 20 years ago now. He had such a beautiful one of a kind voice. You may want to listen to some other songs by both the "Righteous Brothers" such as "(Your My Soul) & Inspiration", "Just Once In My Life", "Ebb Tide", "Rock & Roll Heaven" etc. "Home Free" recently did a very beautiful cover of "Unchained Melody". Hope you will check it out.
If anyone can open up the minds of the much younger generation, to appreciating the magnificent old school music, is YOU Jay!!! Your friend may not of shown quite as much emotion as u always do, but... the eyes don't lie & one could see in his eyes, that he truly enjoyed that TREASURED CLASSIC, "Unchained Melody!" 👍👍👍👍👍🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰👍👍👍👍👍🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰
1965 - The height of the Viet Nam war and thousands of young men were sent there - young men leaving their girls behind. so, this song struck a chord with the emotion they were feeling - hoping they would get back home to the girl they love.
May I suggest listening to the song " You've lost that loving feeling". This song features BOTH singers of the righteous Brothers. They were simply AMAZKNG singers...IMO.
I love your appreciation for old classic music jay and how surprised our still get when hearing Greta songs for the first time. That smiles infectious brother
No one sings this like Bobby Hatfield! His voice control is amazing! Live ...no auto tune......& he makes it look so easy ! Of course he was showing off a bit...his mother was in the audience for the first time! lol
One more thing, I love the excitement you show, because you’re playing some music you have discovered, for a friend and you know they haven’t heard it before, but you know the music is incredible. That’s the same way we felt when you listened for the first time. I am so glad you’re discovering this timeless music. Nothing like it since.
I was 14 when Bobby Hatfield did this performance. I've heard it many times by him again and every time I get chills and tears in my eyes. It touches my emotions and his voice is amazing!
To me, that's the greatest live performance of any song. I never tire of it.
Amen!!!🙏🙏🙏🙏
You may be right.
He should also show him Tom Jones I’ll never fall in love again.
@@tonypastor705 Yes, that's fabulous too.
Agreed
I don't know anybody else who has such an amazing voice that can sing live..
The lip bite at the end is so damn cute, he smiled cause he knows he killed it!!
@Lisa in the cold Right? He's SO adorable! 😃
And his mother was there too
YESSS!!!
Cripes yes!!!! Adorable. Whew.
Absolutely he killed it!
I saw them live in 1964, I was about 15 and they were fantastic. My Dad went to Vietnam in 65 and my mother was German and didn't write to well so they sent tapes to each other and Dad sent her this song and she cried so much, she loved it ❤️
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@Linde Hughes Wow, your dad was/is a Rock Star! How romantic! 🥰
@@catbutte4770 sad to say they are both gone now, my dad died at 49 and my mom never got over him, moved in with me and died at 62. They were super close
Eternal love. Beautiful story. Thank you for sharing.
Lost my hubby of 32 years just a few years ago and your story made me tear up. I still miss him so much. Bless you
@@Mona.555 so sorry for your loss. I still have my husband of 41 years. When I met him I was divorced with 3 children under 5 and he had never had any children but within 3 years we were married and he adopted mine. He is 76 now and has alot of health issues but it is so worth taking care of him for the life he has given me and my children ❤️ Our song at our wedding was and still is ALWAYS AND FOREVER by Heatwave
The crazy thing is as good of a performance as this was, AND IT WAS, Bobby was sick and still delivered a performance 2nd to none with his Mother in the audience. Thats who he is smiling to at the end, A True Master Singer!!
Nice to see the next generation can still appreciate old, timeless music.
He was smiling at his mama at the end. That makes it even sweeter.
No auto tune, no fake anything, just talent, and what talent!
It always gets me how he smiles and bites his lip at end of THAT.
Bobby OWNS this song and Always Will.
No sound mixers, just pure talent. Blue Eyed Soul.
Loved watching you two react, visually and with your comments. Righteous Brothers were the best in the 60s, but they have continued to enchant generations of listeners right up until today. Some of their music will be forever music!
And back then there wasn’t any fancy mike manipulation so it was basically the singers voice which shows the quality of his voice
There was no place to hide back then. It was a different era to be sure, the performers dressed in formal suits and dresses created a classy event. Today's performers seem to hardly make an effort and rely on auto-tune and special stage effects instead of talent and practice honing their craft. Some disrespect their fans and walk out or don't bother showing up at all. Song lyrics have to be shocking and nasty to get attention.
swear american idol has programmed people to think everyone has a “voice” and it’s not hours of time spent honing individual characteristics of equalizing their control and ability
@@beckyshell4649 - 😂
You couldn't tell the difference if it was manipulated, so the fuck are you on about?
@@beckyshell4649 Lyrics have been shocking and nasty since the 70s
RIP Bobby Hatfield. Thanks for leaving this for us.
Smooth as silk. With over 670 artists covering this song, no one does it better than the late great Bobby Hatfield. The gold standard. Just one of there many hit songs. Greatest duo of all time.
Could watch this video and listen to this song a million times!
He did the song UNCHAINED MELODY IN ONE TAKE, REST IN PEACE BOBBY HATFIELD
The quality is his voice, pure and natural.
He did not even pause of catch a breath, that is what is so amazing about this. You can't fake that with a live audience. And a song written with forethought, and compassion.
One of the greatest vocal performances ever, live or otherwise. He is one cool cat. Unflappable. Great song and great reactions!!!
My wedding song! I am 76, and it gives me goosebumps every time I hear it. Thank you for featuring it!😊❤️😊👏🏻
What a wonderful song for your wedding song. I was there back in those days too, watching it on TV with Andy Williams Show. Hearing this music on modern equipment, compared to car radios and small black and white TV's. I love Roy Orbison and Jay Black & The Americans to hit those high notes, but this performance is in it's level. A triumph.
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Rosemary!❤️👰♀️❤️👰♀️❤️👰♀️❤️👰♀️❤️👰♀️
He takes your heart on an unbelievable journey!
I have heard this song thousands of times and I am always moved and impressed with his performance. Classic song
As perfect as perfect gets. Bobby and Bill were great not only then not now' we have them always.
I can't believe when people say that they didn't know about these guys. And check out how they got the name for their act. They earned it.
Ahhh...the late Bobby Hatfield. His voice was so awesome! I watch him sing this beautiful song on the Andy Williams show in 1965. No auto tune just pure raw talent. RIP BOBBY! We miss your beautful voice.
This was live on tv, audience asked to keep quiet, musos in the next room, mum in the audience, young Bobby Hatfield had a head-cold and this is the best version for all time. This was also only about 20 years before auto-tune was even invented, so if you couldn't sing well (and he did great, ) you just had to stay home.
He sang that with a COLD? Wow.
@@JackRascal yeah … he sounds a little nasal in his low notes…. But it’s perfect anyway….
Well, not every sang great back then. But Dylan had the writing talent to make up for it.
Plus he suffered massive stage fright his whole career
Not only is it the greatest live performance but to me the greatest tenor or countertenor. His heart his soul everything was in that song and he created a masterpiece. He owns it and it will live forever
I would say counter tenor. And he was and is one of the best.
You are right there mate when you say "you can never get over this perfomance" I have heard this song thousands and thousands of times, it's on my list. I'm 82 in a few days and the "oldies" and sometimes very much the "goodies". I enjoyed the reaction and yes, listen to this and it alaways brings a smile to your face.
No one else can sing this song like Bobby Hatfield. I could listen to him singing this song every day. Unfortunately Bobby left us in November of 2003. A tragic loss of a great talent.
This is a live performance from The Andy Williams Show. There is another TH-cam video of this that shows Andy Williams interviewing both of the Righteous Brothers and they are joking around. Andy requests that they do Unchained Melody and Bobby informs him that he does this one by himself. When Andy Williams asks why, Bill Medley jokingly says, “Because I didn’t think it would be a hit.” When Andy and Bill walk off the stage, Bobby takes the microphone and performs this song. The song is from a B movie Unchained. It was a 1955 prison movie and this song was written for a prisoner that was pinning for his lover as he contemplated trying to escape to see her or doing all of his time. The Righteous Brothers recorded it in 1965 and it was a huge hit. Their recording was a big hit again in 1990 when it was in the Patrick Swayze and Demi Moore movie Ghost. Ghost wasn’t the only movie to feature a Righteous Brothers song. They sang You’ve Lost That Loving Feeling in Top Gun. Bill Medley sang a duet with Jennifer Warnes, I’ve had the Time of My Life in the movie Dirty Dancing.
His parents were in the audience and he wanted to do a good job even though he wasnt feeling well.
The reason it sounds so good is because, like many of this era, he is a "SINGER".
Just like his "brother." Man, they were perfection together.
This is one one the best songs of all time. Brings me to tears everytime.😀📀❤️
This still gives me the shivers 😍, such a beautiful song 💓
Me too!
This is widely referred to as the greatest live performance of all time. It was live in 1965 on The Andy Williams Show. No autotuners or other electronics and a very basic sound system for the time. Just pure, raw talent. It is the most requested song for "first dances" at weddings. The term "blue-eyed soul" was coined for them. They got their name while singing at a black nightclub in the south. At the end of the performance, a guy stood up and yelled "that was righteous brothers".
thankyou for your timeless reaction this is very lovely. Bobbie Hatfield is an Angel this is the love and talent he has. the very best Unchained Melody.1965 original Live I thankyou for sharing t this with me.
I remember when this was re-released with the film Ghost, it dominated the charts (understandably)
Me too. I heard It and think about the movie. Beautiful song.
It was re-released in the movie “Ghost”. Which was the third time this made the charts.
😮However, that was a modified recorded version and not nearly as GREAT as this performance.
It was still good. But not nearly the caliber of this performance.
I can’t think of one live performance that matches this quality except for Queen with Freddy Mercury, who came close.
@@BlueseySole It wasn't a modified record version.
Some performances never get old. And this is definitely one of those.
Timeless!!!
Master class in singing right there Holding the notes with only tiny vocal runs that complement the lyrics instead of competing with them or trying to overpower the instrumental. Great balance throughout for a live performance.
i have heard/seen Unchained Melody a million times and could hear/see it a million more and I would still get goosebumps, butterflies and feel on the verge of tears every single time. I love the Righteous Brothers :)
Love this Man! two young black bucks connecting to such a historic love song! Makes my heart feel so god! thank you!!
Back during the Viet Nam war. Lots of guys asking their girls to “wait for me”. This was a tear jerker.
Never, Never ever gets old. Thanks guys.
Thanks, guys! this LIVE version is totally the best... he doesn't strain or scream.. just hits those notes purely and clearly.. (I also heard that he was nervous b/c his MOM was in the audience - lol... I'm sure she was proud!) P.S. does he even take a breath? lol
Always gives me goosebumps! Wonderful song and amazing singer! ♥️
Me to
Love these guys experiencing the Righteous Brothers!
Finally, the joy on both your faces says it all...
I was 15 when this song was released in 1965 and has remained my favorite all time song to this day. Never ever get tired of listening to this masterpiece.
I was 12. Ditto.
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I would never get tired of listening to that song. It crosses the barrier of ages.
Athank you so much Bobby Hatfield live solo he is gorgeous singer will never be forgotten he makes my life f feel so complete God bless to all.
I have seen this about a 1,000 times and I am still impressed.
Well, this is gonna show my age, but I already had several children by the time this came out. It has always been one of my favorite performances. I have listened to it probably 2 or 3 hundred times over the years. To me it is quite romantic and sexy and shows just what a special voice really can do. He sure knew how to deliver THE message !!!!! Thanks for sharing it with your audience, also.
I forgot to mention that a slow dance to this song while in your husband's arms it's just one of those things that you never forget. It is quite seductive to say the least!
The greatest singing. Love "You've Lost that Loving Feeling," too.
Top 5 best live performances ever recorded in my book. He was very nervous before he got out there, since his mother was in the audience and he really wanted to impress her. Absolutely phenomenal performance!!!
Incredible voice period. Just that. Nothing fancy, just pure. My 83 year old Mum has been listening to this song A LOT lately 💜
You can see why this is one if not THE most romantic songs of ALL time 💜💜💜
I've listened to it a thousand times and I'm still impressed. Thank you.
The smiles says it all!!
I never cared much for The Righteous Brothers until all you young fokes started reviewing them, and I realized how lovely their vocals were. And how nice-looking he was. Ever listen to Sam Cooke? I love his voice. "You Send Me?" Perfection.
His runs are amazing!
The Sun Ain't Going To Shine Anymore, the Walker Brothers
That smile at the end was saying 'I know I did you proud, Mom'!
It makes me happy to see someone young proudly sharing music from my childhood 🤗
Looks like my generation grabbed another one!!💖💖💖💖
Do another one !!
JayV, I’ve followed you for awhile now and love your work. Did you realize that you were going to get an education in music when you started your site? Being a professional singer (retired) at 62 I want you to know that this was the bar that all singers were trying to live up to. I was a Bass singer and have met and sang with many of the famous. The wife and I really enjoyed watching your reaction to the universal language of music. Turn him on to Tom Jones and Jackie Wilson. You know their best songs. God Bless and enjoy what you’re doing! The list goes on and on.
I have probably watched this a hundred times and could watch it 100 more. The Righteous Brothers are an all time favorite. I heard them say they were singing in a club and one of the patrons yelled, "that's Righteous brother," thus their name! Love them.
Goosebumps is right, every time!
Great song, Jovaughn, and it's so cool that you wanted Trevor to experience it, too. Thanks for going back to such a wonderful performance! 💕
Oh, wow! I've heard this song a zillion times but I'm not sure I had heard this performance! Just incredible!
Best version hands down of this classic song. Absolutely loved the Righteous Brothers. Their style of music was referred to as blue-eyed soul. Sadly we lost Bobby Hatfield almost 20 years ago now. He had such a beautiful one of a kind voice. You may want to listen to some other songs by both the "Righteous Brothers" such as "(Your My Soul) & Inspiration", "Just Once In My Life", "Ebb Tide", "Rock & Roll Heaven" etc. "Home Free" recently did a very beautiful cover of "Unchained Melody". Hope you will check it out.
His voice is Angelic.. both of the Righteous Brothers did! My parents use to dance to this.
Goosebumps every time! ❤
I love that you brought someone on to react to a song you reacted to before. It's an amazing song. One of the most beautiful songs ever.
Beautiful song. ❤ And after the music was over, I could still hear his voice in my head.
Jayvee this shows you appreciate great music. Truly iconic. 👍
Seriously that's off the chain .. Vocal Range without any effort unmatched... Live !! .. Epic ...
If anyone can open up the minds of the much younger generation, to appreciating the magnificent old school music, is YOU Jay!!! Your friend may not of shown quite as much emotion as u always do, but... the eyes don't lie & one could see in his eyes, that he truly enjoyed that TREASURED CLASSIC, "Unchained Melody!" 👍👍👍👍👍🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰👍👍👍👍👍🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰
Oh God......I love this song, just like this.
Updated? No that quality is coming out of his mouth......raw talent there guys!!!
1965 - The height of the Viet Nam war and thousands of young men were sent there - young men leaving their girls behind. so, this song struck a chord with the emotion they were feeling - hoping they would get back home to the girl they love.
chord :)
Total classic! This song will be awesome a hundred years from now!
I was 17 when I heard this, and I fall I love with the song.
It's so nice to see young people get to know old songs.
May I suggest listening to the song " You've lost that loving feeling". This song features BOTH singers of the righteous Brothers. They were simply AMAZKNG singers...IMO.
I love your appreciation for old classic music jay and how surprised our still get when hearing Greta songs for the first time. That smiles infectious brother
That's blue-eyed soul right there!!!!
No one sings this like Bobby Hatfield! His voice control is amazing! Live ...no auto tune......& he makes it look so easy ! Of course he was showing off a bit...his mother was in the audience for the first time! lol
Brilliant,,loved this 🌸🇬🇧
You should do You've lost that lovin feeling next,and see how amazing they are together!💖💖💖🙏🙏🙏
MUSIC UNITES THE PEOPLE ... THIS IS LIVE, NO SOUND FIXIN .. ITS ALL REAL ALL RIGHT NOW ... RIGHTEOUS
You’ve lost that loving feeling. Another 🔥 performance by them and get to hear both guys go off
I can listen to this song over and over again. Simply beautiful. Thanks for putting it on again.
I love that songggg🔥🔥🔥🔥
This is live and no mediation - his voice is crazy good.
Pure voice no auto tune just live.... no studio....
Impressive every time I see this, true talent and he's knocks it out the park at the end :)
He admitted later that he was really nervous because his mama was in the audience. :)
People who have listened to this song since it first came out are still impressed when they hear it today.
Spreading the knowledge & love for old music with your mates. Good to see mate.
And Bobby makes it look so easy. A flawless performance
One more thing, I love the excitement you show, because you’re playing some music you have discovered, for a friend and you know they haven’t heard it before, but you know the music is incredible.
That’s the same way we felt when you listened for the first time.
I am so glad you’re discovering this timeless music. Nothing like it since.
I was 14 when Bobby Hatfield did this performance. I've heard it many times by him again and every time I get chills and tears in my eyes. It touches my emotions and his voice is amazing!
Bobby was in a class all by himself. Incomparable. Great voice great singer. No gadgets or gimmick s. wow
I hope Bobby knows how much he is still loved and missed.