Swedish couple reacts to - Ray Charles performs "America the Beautiful" LIVE

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  • @dragonfly9209
    @dragonfly9209 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +96

    When it comes to singing "America The Beautiful"....no one can touch Ray Charles. It brings me to tears every time I hear him sing it. The heart and soul he projects into the song, with that amazing voice of his--it like no other.

    • @doratiscareno5856
      @doratiscareno5856 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      WHAT THE HELL ARE YOU TALKING ABOUT
      WHY GIVE HIM PRAISE FOR CHANGING THE WORDS🇺🇸 THE NEANING AND NOT SINGING IT THE WAY IT WAS WRITTEN👎
      NO YOU ARE ABSOLUTELY WRONG PRAISING HIM
      SURE HES A GREAT SINGER I GIVE HIM THAT

    • @breadmakerbreadmaker5283
      @breadmakerbreadmaker5283 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

      It is the same for me, dragonfly. I am in tears through the whole song every time I hear him singing it. There was no one in the world like the Great Ray Charles.

    • @dragonfly9209
      @dragonfly9209 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@doratiscareno5856 What are you talking about??? Not singing it the way it was written? I think you need to look up the words--it has more stanzas than you are aware of. He started out with the 3rd stanza about "heroes" first, as this performance was right after 911. Then he starts singing from the 1st stanza about "purple mountains majesty, on onward. He didn't CHANGE any words! All the verses he sang--ARE part of the song. Just one example of articles from the internet is below--one of many. It seems most Americans don't agree with YOU! According to Americans, his rendition of this song deserves HIGH PRAISE. One of the most popular ever! Sorry---but YOU are wrong on ALL counts!
      " Ray Charles is an American icon and when it comes to “America the Beautiful“, he knows how to do it right.
      His performance is absolutely beautiful and as you listen it just takes your breath away. The iconic and highly popular version of the song is one of the most recognized versions, and as you hear Ray play the piano and sing, you can understand why. It’s an amazing rendition of the song that gives you chills as you listen."
      It's not just me praising him for this song--everybody does. Except YOU! So educate yourself, take a chill pill, and show some maturity and stop yelling. We Americans will continue to give Ray Charles the great praise he deserves for his beautifully uplifting performance of this song.

    • @dragonfly9209
      @dragonfly9209 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      @@breadmakerbreadmaker5283 ♥♥

  • @musik102
    @musik102 16 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา +7

    Ray Charles has to be rated in the top 5 most influential popular music artists of the 20th century.

  • @edithroberts8959
    @edithroberts8959 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +66

    The man they showed clapping in the stands is country music legend Glenn Campbell.

    • @dragonfly9209
      @dragonfly9209 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      Yes! I saw him too....

    • @janetsanford6923
      @janetsanford6923 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

      Also saw Billy Crystal

    • @chriswhite4999
      @chriswhite4999 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

      @@janetsanford6923 and John McCain and the Kardashian father. And Yogi Berra (?).

    • @kenj6361
      @kenj6361 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +7

      Glen Campbell one of the greatest guitarist ever

  • @richardmodglin3900
    @richardmodglin3900 วันที่ผ่านมา +8

    Yeah....Ray Charles helped heal a hurting nation that night following 9-11.
    Great reaction!

  • @nancychurch3741
    @nancychurch3741 วันที่ผ่านมา +6

    You guys just made this old lady cry! Nobody but Ray can sing that with such feeling! God Bless

  • @donadavis1178
    @donadavis1178 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +48

    Mr ray charles was an American treasure you need to listen to Georgia on my mind omg what a song ❤❤❤❤

    • @iknowuare4716
      @iknowuare4716 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      Totally Agree.

    • @TexasRose50
      @TexasRose50 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      I absolutely agree too!

  • @njd4291
    @njd4291 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

    Legendary Charles. Native Georgian. This man song his soul.

  • @mikeh8416
    @mikeh8416 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +31

    Ray Charles is 100% PURE AMERICAN GOLD, and your reaction (AND PRIDE) shines just as beautifully!

  • @Stephanie-ik1vq
    @Stephanie-ik1vq 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +58

    To give more context, this was from the 2001 World Series between the Arizona Diamondbacks and the New York Yankees. It was the delayed World Series just after 9/11 which made the performance even more poignant. It was performed at Bank One Ballpark (now called Chase Field) in Phoenix, Arizona. I live just about a mile (1.6 km) from the stadium, and while I didn't get to go to the game, I did see the flyover as it flew almost right over my house. I remember watching the game on TV and seeing that performance, and then hearing the flyover coming. I ran outside to see it, and under the circumstances I burst into tears.

    • @HappyValleyDreamin
      @HappyValleyDreamin 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      I remember watching the fighter jets patrolling the city, during the game.

    • @Stephanie-ik1vq
      @Stephanie-ik1vq 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      @@HappyValleyDreamin I remember during that whole time being grateful that Luke AFB was nearby.

    • @colleenmonfross4283
      @colleenmonfross4283 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      Great story, thank you for the context. 😊 I had not heard of this performance before and I can't understand why, it's incredible!

    • @Stephanie-ik1vq
      @Stephanie-ik1vq 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      ​​@@colleenmonfross4283 I've seen it several times over the years and every time I do, I get misty eyed. It was a tough time for the country, and we needed the distraction of the Series, and of course the brilliance of Ray Charles. ❤

    • @colleenmonfross4283
      @colleenmonfross4283 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      @@Stephanie-ik1vq I watched it again and I'm sure I'll watch it many more times. 😊

  • @waltermaples3998
    @waltermaples3998 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +50

    Ray Charles is America 🇺🇸. He has never seen America 🇺🇸 but he has felt and heard the Love of America 🇺🇸 ❤❤❤. Thank You Mr Charles for the beautiful music 🎶 you have given us 😊❤.

    • @DeeIsFierce
      @DeeIsFierce 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

      Amen!! He is 1 of the best Music Artist in America! Love Ray Charles ❤

    • @tvc184
      @tvc184 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +7

      Ray Charles is a great American success story. In that, he embodies America. He came from a very poor upbringing to the top.
      He did briefly see America however, becoming blind in his youth.

    • @cbiln
      @cbiln 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      He did see until he was around 5 or 8 yrs old then lost his sight. I want to say his sight was lost from a fever he had, just cant recall for sure. But he did have sight for a very short time in his life.

    • @philindabell6292
      @philindabell6292 15 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา +1

      Beautifully said!

  • @reginairvine3919
    @reginairvine3919 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I don't care how many times I've heard this version (its been many many dozens) I still tear up like the 1st time hearing it. ❤🇺🇸

  • @wymanbanks5050
    @wymanbanks5050 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +35

    Wow! He sang one line and brought tears to Carol's eyes! He is a national treasure. He may not be able to see through his eyes, but he can see through his heart and soul. Thank you Mr Charles!

    • @TexasRose50
      @TexasRose50 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Beautifully stated! He indeed is a true legend.

  • @yankee_tango
    @yankee_tango วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I had forgotten just how amazing Ray Charles singing this song was. It brought me to tears as he always has when I have heard it in the past.
    I have 2 other songs I hope you would react to also, the artist is a young girl named Emma Kok. She is Dutch and is an amazing singer, she is currently performing with Andre Rieu and the Johann Strauss Orchestra. She debuted with them in 2023 at the age of 15, and she tore the house down by singing Voila', she comes back in 2024 at the age of 16, after touring the world at this point, and sings a brand new song titled "Dancing on the Stars" it is an original for her since the writer of the song, Tjeerd Oostehuiss, wrote over 20 years ago. He shelved it because he couldn't find a performer 'worthy' to sing it. Emma somehow found it and asked him if she and Andre write the music to it, he agreed and it makes it's debut in August of 2024.
    here are the links for both.
    th-cam.com/video/KdIhq1tb8Co/w-d-xo.html&pp=ygUKYW5kcmUgcmlldQ%3D%3D This is Voila'
    th-cam.com/video/Ll1uR_HUOP8/w-d-xo.html&pp=ygUeYW5kcmUgcmlldSBkYW5jaW5nb24gdGhlIHN0YXJz This is Dancing on the Stars.
    I hope to see you both react to this soon. When you hear her story you will be truly amazed by what she does.

  • @colleenmonfross4283
    @colleenmonfross4283 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +6

    Oh, gosh! I had not seen that performance before. Incredible. Ray Charles was a national treasure. 💝 My favorite part was at the end when he was clearly overwhelmed by the response and appreciation of the crowd.

  • @TerriKnight-x3s
    @TerriKnight-x3s 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    Beloved Ray Charles and this song. ❤

  • @KarenOEngland
    @KarenOEngland 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +7

    Y'all need to hear Ray Charles sing Georgia on my mind. Fantastic.

  • @scottlambert3337
    @scottlambert3337 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +9

    The Legend Ray Charles. An American icon.

  • @imfirehawk72
    @imfirehawk72 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Ray Charles will always be a national treasure! Watch Georgia on my mind. ❤

  • @gretchenboyd7186
    @gretchenboyd7186 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +8

    He was a National treasure to be sure. God rest his precious soul. He is missed greatly.

  • @melodyspoor3127
    @melodyspoor3127 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +21

    My favorite version of this song!

    • @thesimplesaguaro
      @thesimplesaguaro 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

      Mine too, it’s so classic

  • @rally618
    @rally618 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    It's after 8 am and have tears this early. He was an American Legend. I am SO proud and honored to witness to be a concert to see and hear him. I think it was early 1990's. He came to my little city. It was during the summer and the local theater didn't have air condition then. He was still going like he does on his piano. Felt for him, but did put his ALL in it. We had a storm a few years ago and was destroyed. It was an old building.On a side note. I WISH our Country was MORE Patriotic and unitied than it is today. SO Much crap and nonsense.Everyone have a Good and Safe Day !!!!

  • @Nell-dr3dn
    @Nell-dr3dn 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Ray Charles had no eyesight.
    The legend was blind. your reaction was wonderful.
    Ray Charles and Eddie Murphy dueted on "Saturday night live"

  • @AW11-e4h
    @AW11-e4h 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +13

    Legend 🇺🇸

  • @babynursekaren
    @babynursekaren 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +15

    Ray Charles is a National Treasure. His voice has always been strong, gospel like and soulful. I have loved him since I've been old enough to listen and hear music. I grew up listening to him and I've always been affected by his voice. Rest In Peace Mr. Charles, you are missed! I'm so glad you played this and did a reaction video. Let those tears flow! ❤

  • @eloiseblackburn895
    @eloiseblackburn895 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    It’s been Ray Charles ever since I was wee little. His voice is so beautiful. One of my favorite songs is with him and Willie Nelson. Please watch that. It’s a beautiful song. It’s called “Seven Spanish Angels”.

  • @judywein3282
    @judywein3282 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    Thank you, and God bless, to my favorite Swedish Americans! 🇺🇸

    • @reckyNcarol
      @reckyNcarol  3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you so much ❤️❤️

  • @susanwahl6322
    @susanwahl6322 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +14

    His version always makes me cry.

  • @joymoore1904
    @joymoore1904 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

    One of a kind to be sure. Amazing performer and artist.

  • @BarleyMonster
    @BarleyMonster วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    What an absolute L.E.G.E.N.D. 🇺🇸

  • @vanessa4u4evr
    @vanessa4u4evr 19 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา +2

    It's that SOUL that comes through that makes you cry.

  • @Cruznolfart
    @Cruznolfart วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    My first and favorite experience hearing this was in 1976 during the Bicentennial celebrations. Stunning!

  • @karenpowell6063
    @karenpowell6063 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

    Ray Charles singing America sends chills down my spine every time I listen to him sing the song. Absolutely incredibly beautiful, touches the soul ♥️

  • @calme-dx2dp
    @calme-dx2dp 11 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Best rendition ever

  • @SRHS83
    @SRHS83 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +16

    It was shortly after 9/11 prior to game 2 of the 2001 World Series. So, 23 years ago. .

    • @CBB672
      @CBB672 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      That’s what I thought world series

  • @DennisRabidue
    @DennisRabidue วันที่ผ่านมา

    Can't beat that !!! Before i could walk i would crawl up to my moms giant old stereo climb up it and listen to rays albums while mom cleaned . Its my earliest memory

  • @carolynbertram5598
    @carolynbertram5598 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    There was never and will never be another Ray Charles.

  • @jimt503
    @jimt503 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    Ray Charles paid a visit to my ship, the USS Constellation CVA-64, when we were in the Tonkin Gulf (Vietnam) in 1966. I was sitting not to far from him during his concert in the hanger bay. I will never forget it. I have some black and white pics him at his piano somewhere here in storage.

    • @reckyNcarol
      @reckyNcarol  วันที่ผ่านมา

      Wow! How amazing!!

  • @shawnzzz
    @shawnzzz วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Can you imagine being there on that day! How wonderful! The BEST version of this song EVER!!! Thank you sir!

  • @chriswhite4999
    @chriswhite4999 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    I'm crying with you, sweet Swedes! He was a national treasure!

  • @pdproductions5129
    @pdproductions5129 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    I'm a mess. Didn't know I was going to need a tissue and shoulda had a whole box handy.
    I'd never heard Ray Charles sing that before, so many, many thanks for sharing it with us!

  • @ruthavondo6818
    @ruthavondo6818 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    Ray Charles is an American Icon. And proof that no disability can hold one back from their dreams.

  • @nancytrahan1613
    @nancytrahan1613 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    Ray Charles does it like no one else can. You need to listen to more of his music.

  • @sandrapotter6897
    @sandrapotter6897 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    I truly have NEVER heard another country sing their praises so proudly!

  • @beckyrinaldi6622
    @beckyrinaldi6622 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    Carol you had me crying too. Ray Charles is the King of Soul.

  • @ChristaFree
    @ChristaFree 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    God surely has graced America and gifted Ray Charles with an awesome talent! He has his own style and we love it! You feel it in your soul. Welcome to American blues. You should Lauren to him sing other songs

  • @edithroberts8959
    @edithroberts8959 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +10

    You should react to his song "Georgia on my mind".

  • @lauriereinertsen
    @lauriereinertsen 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    Ray Charles, no longer with us, was a musical hero - coming from poverty, blind and just loved by all.❤ You would be lucky to have been at this in the US.

  • @Jude_196
    @Jude_196 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Need to listen to his RECORDING of this SONG!!! HE is SUCH A TREASURE, YA'LL!!

  • @jancallison3950
    @jancallison3950 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

    I was born in 1956, in Michigan...about 75 miles from Detroit, home of Motown. I grew up listening to all the talent from Motown. If you've ever heard Ray Charles, you KNOW what to expect when he starts to sing. I'm so glad you got to experience him. ❤️

  • @KarinKai-Larsen
    @KarinKai-Larsen 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    those people in the u.s are really lucky to have had someone like Ray Charles!

  • @sandrapotter6897
    @sandrapotter6897 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Mr. Charles is singing from his heart!

  • @theresabeck1029
    @theresabeck1029 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    The feeling you get, when you're a part of something so great, is undescribable

  • @vickihirsch8340
    @vickihirsch8340 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Had the pleasure of seeing him perform this live in 1980 at a major boxing match between Sugar Ray Leonard and Roberto Duran in New Orleans. Orleans

  • @theresabeck1029
    @theresabeck1029 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +6

    He is the only one for this song!!!

  • @MarrionThompson
    @MarrionThompson 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    You have a new rabbit hole! Ray, a S Georgia kid blinded in his youth was a student in the St. Augustine (FL) School for the deaf & Blind. Find his rendition of Georgia On My Mind. I grew up listening to his unique soulful voice. He is a true musical legend. 79 yr old Florida native here

  • @Jude_196
    @Jude_196 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    LOVE RAY CHARLES' VERSION of THIS SONG!! ALL TEARY, NOW!!! HUGS from TEXAS!!!

  • @sandralorenz1796
    @sandralorenz1796 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    One of the greatest performances.

  • @donnelson6694
    @donnelson6694 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    I love to hear Ray sing this song. I think he did it best. What a great voice he had.

  • @patrickunderhill2901
    @patrickunderhill2901 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Glen Campbell (passed), Senator John McCain (passed) & pow, Billy Crystal were some of the people they showed there. Ray Charles pure soul !🇺🇸💙

  • @amymoorehead7185
    @amymoorehead7185 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    Shoot, seeing people (we have lost since this performance) was special also. Glen Campbell, John McCain, we miss you.

  • @chrischreative2245
    @chrischreative2245 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    No one sings it like Ray Charles.

  • @jackiekendall7845
    @jackiekendall7845 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    Listen to him sing Georgia. Truly beautiful ❤

  • @KTKacer
    @KTKacer 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    Thank you, and I am a Ray Charles 'fan', but not a big baseball fan, so I missed this one until you 2 watched it! So SERIOUSLY, thanks!

  • @Darrends-qn4tp
    @Darrends-qn4tp วันที่ผ่านมา

    You just met a living legend, talent, charisma, and Soul. Beautiful human being.

  • @deborahdavis3031
    @deborahdavis3031 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +8

    He passed away in 2004

  • @Marcus-p5i5s
    @Marcus-p5i5s 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Ray Charles. Iconic American

  • @angusrocks939
    @angusrocks939 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    i'm crying, I will be crying for a while yet. thank you!!!!!! I had not seen this 'afore!!!!!! God Bless America!

  • @annamariadenner2518
    @annamariadenner2518 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +6

    Hello you two! Ray Charles is very talented and has always had a wonderful voice.

  • @lesaahrenstein6360
    @lesaahrenstein6360 7 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    I have never seen this video before so thank you very much for reacting to it. Recky, Pentatonix just saying the national anthem At the second game Of the NFL Christmas game day live on Christmas day

  • @victoriazinn1282
    @victoriazinn1282 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I've gotten to really like these two Brit's..the music about America is always inspiring and adds to my love of our great country

    • @michaelb.3982
      @michaelb.3982 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      They aren't British.. Norway, I think.. One of those Nordic countries.

    • @reckyNcarol
      @reckyNcarol  2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Well. There is a small flag on the thumbnail. And it’s not the American one.

    • @michaelb.3982
      @michaelb.3982 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @victoriazinn1282 Sweden ! I'm sorry, I forgot..I did know that..
      We get those countries mixed up sometimes..
      My bad !

  • @rhiahlMT
    @rhiahlMT 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Nothing tops Ray Charles with this song. Really wonderful songs out there about America. Kate Smith or Woodie Guthrie with "God Bless America"; Brooks & Dunn "Only in America"; Peter, Paul and Mary "This Land is Your Land"; Aaron Tippin's "Where the Stars and Stripes and the Eagle Fly"; Simon and Garfunkel "America"; Neil Diamond "America" (not to be confused with the other one). Really so many to list.

  • @lindamccluskey868
    @lindamccluskey868 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    I love listening to Ray Charles

  • @StevesFunhouse
    @StevesFunhouse 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    What do I Think ??? I think ... I think ... I LOVE you two !!! You are such great people, and are ALWAYS interesting to watch, and who could argue with you loving this country so much ??? Ain't nobody is anybody could ... that's who !!! Seriously, Merry belated Christmas and, in advance, Happy New Year to both of you. I hope you get and achieve everything that you want, because people as wonderful as you should get all of that and more. Hugs 🤗🤗🤗🤗

  • @scoobysnacks
    @scoobysnacks 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    No one has ever sung it better.

  • @kylesummers1565
    @kylesummers1565 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Such a Legend!! Peace, Love!!

  • @airbourne2
    @airbourne2 13 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Thanks!

    • @reckyNcarol
      @reckyNcarol  9 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you so much for your superthanks! We really appreciates it 🌹

  • @brendaaverett4339
    @brendaaverett4339 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Another great reaction. He poured his heart and soul into this song. Loved it. Thank you two for reacting to it. Well done, again.

  • @mikesahle1193
    @mikesahle1193 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Thank you 🙏 greatly appreciated your reaction 🎥👏👏👏and RIP 🪦 Ray Charles ☝️soon have a joyful ❤happiest new year 🎊🎈🎆. 👋☮️

  • @kelliefish6259
    @kelliefish6259 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    ❤ from Southern California. 🇺🇲

  • @KhenoronhkhwaJesusIs
    @KhenoronhkhwaJesusIs 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    🇺🇸Thank you Recky & Carol🇺🇸!!

  • @kimharding2246
    @kimharding2246 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Ray Charles’s version of the song has always been my favorite, but, this live version made me misty because he was able to feel the love from the spectators. He was such a treasure. ❤

  • @colleenmonfross4283
    @colleenmonfross4283 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Recky, this is not the song Lee Greenwood sings. He sings "God Bless the USA," another great and favorite American anthem. Many Americans want America the Beautiful to be our national anthem but you can't beat the story told by the Star Spangled Banner.

  • @bobblossom2713
    @bobblossom2713 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Those jets which flew over the field, were in the Missiong Man formation, honoring airmen, pilots and soldiers lost in the line of duty. Beautiful, Vackra.

  • @GotWag
    @GotWag 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    An American icon! Was that Glen Campbell they show at first in the stands clapping? Glen Campbell, live, performing the William Tell Overture is a must. Glen was an iconic guitarist, as was Roy Clark. All legends.

    • @janetsanford6923
      @janetsanford6923 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Yes, that was Glen Campbell, also later in the clip showed Billy Crystal

  • @tinahairston6383
    @tinahairston6383 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    There is no one better than the late, great Ray Charles for America the Beautiful. You need to listen to his Georgia On My Mind, his duet with Billy Joel "My Baby Grand" and so many others.
    The MLB posted this 9 years ago but this was actually from 2001. Mr. Charles passed away in 2004. Now you should really hear the album version. Ray Charles was a natural born talent the likes we will never see again.

  • @detwingz12
    @detwingz12 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Mr. Ray Charles what a treasure he is.Has an amazing heart and soul. He may not be able to see through his eyes, but he sure does through his heart. You guys stay wonderful. Have an amazing week and beginning of the new year. Happy new year.

  • @SherriLyle80s
    @SherriLyle80s 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    You guys are just so sweet. His voice invokes memories of hot summer nights and fireworks, playing out in the streets as a kid. ❤. He has a studio version of this too which is chef's kiss.

  • @AK00777
    @AK00777 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    I'm emotional too, Wow!!

  • @carolacheson4392
    @carolacheson4392 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    This was not long after 9-11. Our hearts were still hurting. This helped us all heal mightily! ❤🇺🇲🇺🇸🇺🇲🇺🇸

  • @CBB672
    @CBB672 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Thankyou🇺🇸👍☮️

  • @melodyfairchild3790
    @melodyfairchild3790 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thanks for reacting to Ray Charles. I love his music. He has many hit songs. A great one is "Georgia". It's one of his biggest hits. This is a little change of topic but can please ya'll react to a British couples first time attending an American college football game? The game is between the University of Texas and Georgia. It really encompasses what American college football is all about. Ya'll do such a great job reacting to videos.

  • @jimcathcart5116
    @jimcathcart5116 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    To see how great Ray is watch the movie Ray

  • @sundaesunnyflorida5318
    @sundaesunnyflorida5318 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    You should watch the movie about Ray Charles. He’s one of my favorite of all time.

  • @njd4291
    @njd4291 วันที่ผ่านมา

    This man is a tear creator.

  • @elainelee7250
    @elainelee7250 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Mr Charles is an American legend ! 💖 💖 💖

  • @jasonwhoever5528
    @jasonwhoever5528 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    Good morning y'all. I hope you're well! I remember this performance. You should check out Ray Charles Georgia on My mind or seven Spanish Angels duet with Ray Charles and Willie Nelson. Super fire! ❤️

  • @sallyintucson
    @sallyintucson 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +8

    If you haven’t seen it, watch his biography Ray.

  • @Nanasays0731
    @Nanasays0731 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    This is the first time I’ve seen this! What an amazing version. ❤🇺🇸

  • @jeremyhabich4072
    @jeremyhabich4072 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    Ironic that the best version of "American the Beautiful" was sung by a blind man. Ray Charles music touched anyone who listened.

  • @thedealer777
    @thedealer777 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    "PLAY BALL!!" ...with soul.