Robin told his son as he laid sick to play a recording of this song and lay it on his chest when he took his last breath. Robin had such a beautiful singing voice. May he RIP.❤
Robin Gibb ... the voice that reaches your heart ... simply one of the greatest voices that ever adorned the music world ..... when we lost this brilliant singer/songwriter back in May 2012, we lost an absolute legend.
This song + Robin's voice = perfection. No other singer on this planet could do justice to this song, not even his own brother Barry could, this song and Robin were meant for each other and nobody else
I have suffered with mental health problems after being diagnosed with cancer and a brain tumour and loosing the woman that I loved all in the same year and it feels like when I cry, the whole world is laughing at me.Just my take.. going to have this played at my funeral.
@@generationgapreacts Great Reaction and a wonderful Bee Gees VIDEO and Song for you is "Alone" but you have to watch the accompanying video closely as it has many Home Video shots and even a flask of them appearing on Stage, aged 8 upwards,in Australia. It,also,shows other clips over a 40 year period.
aww, The Songbird himself❤ Mo described his twin's voice as "the voice that reaches your heart ". When asked what this song meant Robin said he wasn't sure and it was up to the listener to decide what it meant.
The 3 boys raised in Australia who went onto stun the world with their incredible harmonies. I also love the stereo album version of this song. I say “stereo” as there was also a mono version released too. To me the recorded version is even more emotional. Well done on the reaction. Craig 😊
Robin was like a secret weapon. When he sang it was just a whole new level. I am so sad for Barry…the oldest of 4 brothers is the only one left. Just not fair.
The Bee Gees rocked in so many ways, I started joke, and It's only words, their vocals were so amazing , This is when music was amazing, I love all their music
Thanks, girls! Robin has always been my favorite... he sounds just the same here as when he first sang it at age EIGHTEEN.... the most unique voice of all the Gibbs, IMHO -
Great choice. This is one of my favorite 1960's early Bee Gees songs. There is no song that highlight's Robin's singing voice better than I Started A Joke. He sang lead on this song giving himself the opportunity to show how good of a singer he is and he certainly accomplished it.
Yay, she’s on board! There’s no other group like The Bee Gees. Their voices, their songs, their lyrics, just touch your soul! I always liked them but when I was younger I didn’t take the time to really listen. Now there are certain songs and in some songs Barry’s voice makes my eyes tear up. The same with Robin’s voice. With Maurice Closer than close just moves me, though he’s got many more that I love were he takes the lead. We mustn’t forget the very talented Andy Gibb with his I just want to be your everything. Thank you both, it was a great reaction.
Robin was only17- 18 when he wrote this and it was recorded. At this time he was just a slender kid! You need to check out some other of their early music where Robin is the lead singer (and lead writer): Massachusetts, Tokyo Nights, Wish You Were Here, I've Gotta Get A Message To You, and many more..
Whenever I hear and see the BeeGees I have to remind myself that we have lost 3 of the 4 brothers. Because I keep thinking that they are still right here with us! It's hard to believe that there is only Barry remaining with us. It breaks my heart x
Barry does indeed always turn his back and invariably draws attention to himself and away from Robin because performers so rarely do that. It is noticeable in a way that simply standing and playing his guitar as he normally would is not. To ostentatiously defer is not really deference at all; it is saying “Hey! Look how deferential I am!” The only way you would notice Barry while Robin is singing this song is for Barry to do exactly what he does.
One of the many most touching songs written, produced and performed by the three brothers - Robin could bring you to tears. “For Whom The Bell Tolls” is another incredible song. The lyrics will touch your soul. Great reactions, ladies! I’m a fan and have subscribed to your channel. You can’t go wrong with Bee Gees music.
I don't know why but from the time when I was a teenager to now as a great grandfather every time that I listen to this song it makes me teary eyed.... R. I. P. Robin Gibb 🌹
Hi, my dear sister Patricia(who is now in heaven) simply love Bee Gees, and Robin is her crush 😁, so this song made me smile remember her...another good reaction girls...👍🏻👍🏻
This one brings me back. I spent two years in Vietnam in the'60s and I started listening to them on radio broadcast Saigon back then. Thank you from Maryland
I'm a late getting to this reaction. But this is probably my favorite Bee Gees song. It was also something of my anthem in my late teens, and early twenties.
I agree. Both Barry and Robin have a unique tone. It’s just something in the genes. I wonder what their father sounded like. I wonder if there’s anything out there where you can hear him singing, just to see if they inherited it from him.
Robins natural voice and his vibrato are what makes him stand out. Maurice (pronounced Morris) has a few songs that he has done lead on that also showcase his natural voice. Barry's falsetto is what most people identify with the Bee Gees but that is primarily from the point when the Disco phase began. They wrote the entire score for the movie Saturday night fever. Their youngest brother Andy as well as the twins Robin and Maurice have all passed away leaving Barry who is the oldest as the only surviving brother.
I started to cry and my wife started laughing that's typical, I remember this song way back when it was in the charts my mother in-law loved this song, she is sadly past on now, we used to have a great laugh, good reaction to a good song, 🌹🌹🇬🇧
The 97 Las Vegas concert is iconic - not only showing the BeeGees as a phenomonal live band , but also showcasing their ability to improve their older material as in this haunting version as well as "Gotta get a message". My favourite eksampel of this is" In the Morning" written ny Barry as a teen , now performed with their chestvoices and only Barrys guitar I hope you will react to this oneday
Yes, his voice is beautiful and much more. Mr. Blue Eyed Soul, full of vulnerablity. They knew how to bring him in in concerts. Not too many Robin songs like one after another due to dynamic performances. And so again: it's the three of them, makin' the whole thing complete. Barry and Robin with their individual, great vocal-abilities and Maurice, bringin' it always to perfect three-part harmony in thrilling chorusses.
I can see your eyes tearing up! Me too. God, how I miss him. Three out of four brothers gone. And the oldest brother left alone. The last man standing. I understand his pain.
I have to say that I am in my late 60's and was there in The Bee Gees eras but never really got in to their music. I heard the occasional song but now I absolutely love them and have gone back and listened to all their songs. My younger self couldn't appreciate this magnificence for what he was but I now listen to them everyday and have gone back and caught up because of people like you two who do such a great job in reviewing these songs. THANK YOU.
Great Reaction and a wonderful Bee Gees VIDEO and Song for you is "Alone" but you have to watch the accompanying video closely as it has many Home Video shots and even a flask of them appearing on Stage, aged 8 upwards,in Australia. It,also,shows other clips over a 40 year period.
Ahh, so glad you are becoming such a Robin fan, like millions of us out there. This song is very special, not only because it is completely sung by Robin only, but when Robin died, his son went to TH-cam on his phone to find this song and then, put the phone on Robin's chest and let the song play. HIs son said that was the first time he had completely broke down. So sad!
I watched them in concert in 1989 At the Birmingham NEC in the UK. and I can tell you they are mesmerizing in person..I will always love their music but now I am a Nightwish fan and Floor is my new fave singer..
I haven't caught up yet on your other Bee Gees reactions yet but at some point, when you want to sprinkle in younger brother Andy, there's a beautiful tribute they did to him during 'Live in Las Vegas 1997 - One Night Only, just one of the songs originally done by Andy, written by Barry called "Our Love (Don't Throw It All Away)". The Bee Gees also recorded a version of the song but didn't release it until a year after Andy had done it, and they mesh the two together as a tribute during this live show.
A shame you didn't do a version of this songs when he was younger with a more powerful voice. This was pretty much Robin's song. He said the melody and idea came to him listening to the engines of a plane over Germany. Robin was always thought to be a loner and said he had trouble communicating with people so often felt misunderstood but his lyrics showed he could express himself very well. This song was so personal that he wanted it played at his funeral. Bodyguard, Juliet (Live in Berlin), Black Diamond, Rings around the moon, Ellan Vannin with the King's College Choir, Country Lanes, all show many different sides of his voice. May I please request "Juliet" Live in Berlin in 1991. th-cam.com/video/M_sRg_M7qVY/w-d-xo.html
Darn it Q, now I've got Juliet stuck in my head, not that it's a bad thing. Great suggestions, I suggested them as well. Cause great minds (or RG fans) think alike?😄
The internet, I've wondered why so many people watch reaction channels, As I sit here at midnight enjoying your channel, I think the personal emotions of reaction brings many people back memories and experiences from our own lives, I think the honest , raw emotions of folks such as yourselves give me a connection to my life, I've lived a very busy, fulfilling life, I'm so blessed with my family and friends, Yet , the connection to simply the emotions of a song in the quiet moments is renewal and refreshing, To enjoy your interactions and your honest feelings on your sleeve is pretty cool , Best of luck with your channel, As ugly as this world can get , the Lord surely intended music to be a blessing, I can see that in how it does something inside of us
Wow I thought you two were sisters and was wondering where the GENERATION GAP was lol but I know now . Nice reaction I love the reaction of the your daughter , I like to see the younger generations react to the older music and your reaction was awesome to see . God bless you both on your journey together . Also its SO nice to see mother and daughter relationship like you guys beautiful 🙏🙏🙏🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🙏🙏🙏
Seeing their old videos l mega miss when they were all with us and performing, the world is definitely the much poorer place that we have not had that now for a very long time and obviously won't ever again.
Robin told his son as he laid sick to play a recording of this song and lay it on his chest when he took his last breath. Robin had such a beautiful singing voice. May he RIP.❤
Robins Vibrato will never be matched ever, beautiful, RIP Robin my beautiful earth angel together again with your beloved Maurice ❤😢❤😢
Robin Gibb ... the voice that reaches your heart ... simply one of the greatest voices that ever adorned the music world ..... when we lost this brilliant singer/songwriter back in May 2012, we lost an absolute legend.
This song + Robin's voice = perfection. No other singer on this planet could do justice to this song, not even his own brother Barry could, this song and Robin were meant for each other and nobody else
My favorite Bee Gees song
I have suffered with mental health problems after being diagnosed with cancer and a brain tumour and loosing the woman that I loved all in the same year and it feels like when I cry, the whole world is laughing at me.Just my take.. going to have this played at my funeral.
You stay strong and don't give in, I was diagnosed with Leukaemia in 2020 and no way will I give in, Stay strong.
I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve watched this performance but when Robin starts to sing it never fails to give me chills. ❤
He’s incredible
A beautiful haunting song well done
@@generationgapreacts Great Reaction and a wonderful Bee Gees VIDEO and Song for you is "Alone" but you have to watch the accompanying video closely as it has many Home Video shots and even a flask of them appearing on Stage, aged 8 upwards,in Australia.
It,also,shows other clips over a 40 year period.
Barry turns around facing away when Robin sings this song.
aww, The Songbird himself❤ Mo described his twin's voice as "the voice that reaches your heart ". When asked what this song meant Robin said he wasn't sure and it was up to the listener to decide what it meant.
That’s beautiful. I found it very meaningful. Maybe I associated it with experiences from my own life
Robin is my favorite too. I could listen to him sing all day long. Lost a great singer.
The only group in history to have a hit in five consecutive decades mom you rock I love the passion that your daughter has
The inimitable Robin.. gone too soon, never to be forgotten 😢 💔🌺🌟
Robin's voice is so beautiful and this song is so emotional. It makes me cry. Rip Robin ❤🙏
This will always be my favorite Bee Gees song
Incredible song and vocals by Robin. His voice is so beautiful and there will never be another voice like his. Great reaction.
This song and his voice were so beautiful
Pls review swan song of the bee gees and someone belonging to someone. It'll definitely move you...
The 3 boys raised in Australia who went onto stun the world with their incredible harmonies. I also love the stereo album version of this song. I say “stereo” as there was also a mono version released too. To me the recorded version is even more emotional. Well done on the reaction. Craig 😊
Notice how Barry stays completely back, even turned away from Robin giving Robin full center stage
Robin was like a secret weapon. When he sang it was just a whole new level. I am so sad for Barry…the oldest of 4 brothers is the only one left. Just not fair.
The Bee Gees rocked in so many ways, I started joke, and It's only words, their vocals were so amazing , This is when music was amazing, I love all their music
Thanks, girls! Robin has always been my favorite... he sounds just the same here as when he first sang it at age EIGHTEEN.... the most unique voice of all the Gibbs, IMHO -
I recently find this channel and I love it. IT's great to see young people discover Bee Gees. I understand her emotion.
Great choice. This is one of my favorite 1960's early Bee Gees songs. There is no song that highlight's Robin's singing voice better than I Started A Joke. He sang lead on this song giving himself the opportunity to show how good of a singer he is and he certainly accomplished it.
Loved this song and felt very moved
Early 70s
Yay, she’s on board! There’s no other group like The Bee Gees. Their voices, their songs, their lyrics, just touch your soul! I always liked them but when I was younger I didn’t take the time to really listen. Now there are certain songs and in some songs Barry’s voice makes my eyes tear up. The same with Robin’s voice. With Maurice Closer than close just moves me, though he’s got many more that I love were he takes the lead. We mustn’t forget the very talented Andy Gibb with his I just want to be your everything. Thank you both, it was a great reaction.
One of the finest voices of his generation. Pure and unique.
Robin's voice is showcased here and it definitely brought the emotions. Thanks Ladies.... Words showcases Barry's voice.
MASTERPIECE!! R.I.P. Robin🥲
“I’ve just got to get a message to you” is another great one 😉😃. Nice reaction ladies 😊
Brilliant song ...
In my opinion their pre disco catalogue is by far their best work.
Beautiful, sad song from a lovely man with complicated feelings. Thank you. I loved it as a child and have grown to love it more over time.
This song was beautiful
What's not to love , that voice is so moving
Robin was only17- 18 when he wrote this and it was recorded. At this time he was just a slender kid! You need to check out some other of their early music where Robin is the lead singer (and lead writer): Massachusetts, Tokyo Nights, Wish You Were Here, I've Gotta Get A Message To You, and many more..
Robin has the best voice of the brothers..
Whenever I hear and see the BeeGees I have to remind myself that we have lost 3 of the 4 brothers. Because I keep thinking that they are still right here with us! It's hard to believe that there is only Barry remaining with us. It breaks my heart x
My all time favourite Bee Gees song. It only needs two words……Absolute Perfection!
that man can flat out sing incredible
All the Bee Gees brothers are very unique, each one sounds different from each other, yet they have one of the best harmonies. Nice reaction.
Thanks again gste :)
Notice how Barry turns his back,to the audience,to let all the focus be on Robin,and that incredible and unique voice.
Barry does indeed always turn his back and invariably draws attention to himself and away from Robin because performers so rarely do that. It is noticeable in a way that simply standing and playing his guitar as he normally would is not. To ostentatiously defer is not really deference at all; it is saying “Hey! Look how deferential I am!” The only way you would notice Barry while Robin is singing this song is for Barry to do exactly what he does.
@@beeharbour nitpicking,I’m sorry to say.
Thanks ladies from Germany for the good music! Robin and brother Maurice RIP all time!💌👈
One of the many most touching songs written, produced and performed by the three brothers - Robin could bring you to tears. “For Whom The Bell Tolls” is another incredible song. The lyrics will touch your soul. Great reactions, ladies! I’m a fan and have subscribed to your channel. You can’t go wrong with Bee Gees music.
Good reaction ladies. I highly recommend the 5th of May, one of their earliest and best.
This song was used at his own funeral. That is very moving too!
Phew, what a song, always loved it, and love your reaction ladies keep up the great videos thankyou so much.
I don't know why but from the time when I was a teenager to now as a great grandfather every time that I listen to this song it makes me teary eyed.... R. I. P. Robin Gibb 🌹
Another great song please keep them coming the Bee Gees were the greatest!!.
Hi, my dear sister Patricia(who is now in heaven) simply love Bee Gees, and Robin is her crush 😁, so this song made me smile remember her...another good reaction girls...👍🏻👍🏻
Thank you again! Thinking of Robin and your sister Patricia
@@generationgapreacts Thank you...🌷
This one brings me back. I spent two years in Vietnam in the'60s and I started listening to them on radio broadcast Saigon back then. Thank you from Maryland
Love the Bee Gees but Robin is my favorite. All their songs before the disco era were fantastic.
I'm a late getting to this reaction. But this is probably my favorite Bee Gees song. It was also something of my anthem in my late teens, and early twenties.
Have always related to this song.
I agree. Both Barry and Robin have a unique tone. It’s just something in the genes. I wonder what their father sounded like. I wonder if there’s anything out there where you can hear him singing, just to see if they inherited it from him.
My favourite bee gees song ❤❤xx
Robins natural voice and his vibrato are what makes him stand out. Maurice (pronounced Morris) has a few songs that he has done lead on that also showcase his natural voice. Barry's falsetto is what most people identify with the Bee Gees but that is primarily from the point when the Disco phase began. They wrote the entire score for the movie Saturday night fever. Their youngest brother Andy as well as the twins Robin and Maurice have all passed away leaving Barry who is the oldest as the only surviving brother.
That is wonderful information on them. Thank you
What I love about the Bee Gees is that each of the brothers sings lead on different songs.
Love Robin's voice!! Try For Whom the Bell Tolls, another Robin lead, beautiful song!!
Coming up soon!
Yep, that's another excellent song ...
Had the first 7 Bee Gees albums and loved them all. SO many beautiful songs!
I started to cry and my wife started laughing that's typical, I remember this song way back when it was in the charts my mother in-law loved this song, she is sadly past on now, we used to have a great laugh, good reaction to a good song, 🌹🌹🇬🇧
60s bee gees are great!
There will never be another Robin Gibb. Incredible voice.
I Give This Song 👍👍👍👍
The 97 Las Vegas concert is iconic - not only showing the BeeGees as a phenomonal live band , but also showcasing their ability to improve their older material as in this haunting version as well as "Gotta get a message". My favourite eksampel of this is" In the Morning" written ny Barry as a teen , now performed with their chestvoices and only Barrys guitar I hope you will react to this oneday
Another Great 60s Song from The GeeGees. God I miss the Music and Artsits of the 60s and 70s. RIP MAURICE, ROBYN AND SO MANY OTHERS.
Hi Ladies, another great song is "Love So Right". It came out in 1976 and reached number 3 on the charts.
Great reaction as usual.
Yess...Love So Right is a great song! It was my mom's favorite of the Bee Gees!
Writing that down!
For me this is Robin's best song in a very very long list of incredible songs......
Absolutely Grand Ladies
Yes, his voice is beautiful and much more. Mr. Blue Eyed Soul, full of vulnerablity. They knew how to bring him in in concerts. Not too many Robin songs like one after another due to dynamic performances. And so again: it's the three of them, makin' the whole thing complete. Barry and Robin with their individual, great vocal-abilities and Maurice, bringin' it always to perfect three-part harmony in thrilling chorusses.
Bobby Goldsboro, Honey. Beautiful, sad, haunting
From the Bee Gees album titled Bee gees 1st, 1967
Edge of the Universe was the first song I heard from the Bee Gees. Still one of my favorites.
I can see your eyes tearing up! Me too. God, how I miss him. Three out of four brothers gone. And the oldest brother left alone. The last man standing. I understand his pain.
Early Bee Gees are better than the disco Bee Gees.
Both are really good but I agree, this is the real Bee Gees.
My first BGs favourite
I just remembered something... I hope you do a reaction to Robin Gibb solo 'Please' released in 2003.. his voice at that age was still heartbreaking!
Can't wait to check it out!
GOAT!
I have to say that I am in my late 60's and was there in The Bee Gees eras but never really got in to their music. I heard the occasional song but now I absolutely love them and have gone back and listened to all their songs. My younger self couldn't appreciate this magnificence for what he was but I now listen to them everyday and have gone back and caught up because of people like you two who do such a great job in reviewing these songs. THANK YOU.
Tears in my eyes !!!
this whole concert was killer... IS killer.
Rip To Robin, Maurice & Andy Gibb, We Still Miss You Guy's
I got a bit teary eyed as well sweetie.
Love the passion that your daughter has for the music. Hugs and Kisses for the two of you
"Love Me" is my all time fav Bee Gees song. Robin's voice is sooo unique!
Edit: Great reaction by the way! 👍
LOVE that song!!
I am like this pretty lady, Robin was a very fine singer.
You've got to try "Massachusetts" (the "all for one" tour live in Australia) version! Another GREAT Robin solo! Fantastic!
We definitely will!
Great Reaction and a wonderful Bee Gees VIDEO and Song for you is "Alone" but you have to watch the accompanying video closely as it has many Home Video shots and even a flask of them appearing on Stage, aged 8 upwards,in Australia.
It,also,shows other clips over a 40 year period.
magic you most think its a live,,kisses from petan,,sweden ps,,i crying
I highly recommend listening to Robin Gibb with King Williams Collage choir singing Ellin Vannin . Its lovely ❤
Such a thought provoking song
Música lindíssima! E a voz de Robin Gibb, é única! Lindo demais!!❤❤❤👋👋👋👋👋🇧🇷🇧🇷
So true. Older means wiser. Thanks. Great reaction to this poignant song.
Ilove this song because this a very memoarable of my life thank for upload this song
Robin was so talented!
Ahh, so glad you are becoming such a Robin fan, like millions of us out there. This song is very special, not only because it is completely sung by Robin only, but when Robin died, his son went to TH-cam on his phone to find this song and then, put the phone on Robin's chest and let the song play. HIs son said that was the first time he had completely broke down. So sad!
Good job! Love the early Bee Gees.
True talent out of this world way too much for one famly, of Four singer brothers
I watched them in concert in 1989 At the Birmingham NEC in the UK. and I can tell you they are mesmerizing in person..I will always love their music but now I am a Nightwish fan and Floor is my new fave singer..
Patty-I believe Robin was 19 when he recorded this song. He's always been the one as far as I'm concerned .❤
I haven't caught up yet on your other Bee Gees reactions yet but at some point, when you want to sprinkle in younger brother Andy, there's a beautiful tribute they did to him during 'Live in Las Vegas 1997 - One Night Only, just one of the songs originally done by Andy, written by Barry called "Our Love (Don't Throw It All Away)". The Bee Gees also recorded a version of the song but didn't release it until a year after Andy had done it, and they mesh the two together as a tribute during this live show.
Wow that sounds beautiful. Seems like I’ll need that box of tissues
@@generationgapreacts Yes....you certainly will😢.
Greetings from London. Yes the tribute to Andy @ "Live in LV - 1 night only" is so touching. RIP Andy, Maurice & Robin.
The song was written by Barry and Blu e Weaver, their keyboard player.
A shame you didn't do a version of this songs when he was younger with a more powerful voice. This was pretty much Robin's song. He said the melody and idea came to him listening to the engines of a plane over Germany. Robin was always thought to be a loner and said he had trouble communicating with people so often felt misunderstood but his lyrics showed he could express himself very well. This song was so personal that he wanted it played at his funeral. Bodyguard, Juliet (Live in Berlin), Black Diamond, Rings around the moon, Ellan Vannin with the King's College Choir, Country Lanes, all show many different sides of his voice. May I please request "Juliet" Live in Berlin in 1991. th-cam.com/video/M_sRg_M7qVY/w-d-xo.html
Darn it Q, now I've got Juliet stuck in my head, not that it's a bad thing. Great suggestions, I suggested them as well. Cause great minds (or RG fans) think alike?😄
Love "Juliet" !!! .. My favourite Robin Gibb solo song ! .. It needs lots more reactions for sure.
Yes, there's a fabulous version from Japan on YT. I think it was from '73 or '74. Chills!
Yes. I've watched the video of Robin and them singing this when he was young. I wish they reacted to that video
He had "R8ngs around the Moon fa's one of his songs at his funeral- listen8ng to that never fails to break my heart, along with Ellan Valley
The internet, I've wondered why so many people watch reaction channels,
As I sit here at midnight enjoying your channel, I think the personal emotions of reaction brings many people back memories and experiences from our own lives,
I think the honest , raw emotions of folks such as yourselves give me a connection to my life,
I've lived a very busy, fulfilling life, I'm so blessed with my family and friends,
Yet , the connection to simply the emotions of a song in the quiet moments is renewal and refreshing,
To enjoy your interactions and your honest feelings on your sleeve is pretty cool ,
Best of luck with your channel,
As ugly as this world can get , the Lord surely intended music to be a blessing, I can see that in how it does something inside of us
Wow I thought you two were sisters and was wondering where the GENERATION GAP was lol but I know now . Nice reaction I love the reaction of the your daughter , I like to see the younger generations react to the older music and your reaction was awesome to see . God bless you both on your journey together . Also its SO nice to see mother and daughter relationship like you guys beautiful 🙏🙏🙏🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🙏🙏🙏
Awww, I’m so touched with your beautiful heart warming comments. Thank you Tom! 😊
Robin has a great waffling voice among others.
Seeing their old videos l mega miss when they were all with us and performing, the world is definitely the much poorer place that we have not had that now for a very long time and obviously won't ever again.
This is such an awesome performance! He is so awesome! Love your reactions!