Wow, the bridge at 2.33, those backing vocals, MM's vocals, chord changes with strings. Incredible piece of music. Let's not forget Rod Temperton, a Yorkshire man, who lit up the world with Off The Wall, Thriller, Patti Austin, and more. RIP Mr Temperton. What a legacy
Every note still spot on ! the 80s was the best part of my life, you never realise how very special something is....until its gone i would give anything to go back there & do it all again, this song brings it all back...fantastic !
I can't believe this live version it is just phenomenal ! 2.13 the vocals oh god, what an artist and voice. Massive respect to Rod Temperton who wrote and produced it. Dave.
I'm 37 now, I was probably around maybe 6 years old when this song got heavy play on the radio and it's always stuck in my head since. 30 years later, and a musician, whole new appreciation for this and a lot of 80's tunes.
Absolutely a great live performance. The look on Michael McDonalds face when he first appears on stage and looks at this Huge Orchestra and crowd is like he's thinking "Oh Shit" what did I get myself into? I better be good! !
I first heard this song I was in bed.I was going through a bad time in my life.It seems every thing was falling apart.This this song got me up.It was the muscic video mr kristal andmr hines.This lifted me up and I have never forgotten it.Much love to all who made this song.Michael McDonald if I ever meet him I would shake his hand.I lokk back at the 80 and think.Those years had some of the best movies and music.
Micheal Mcdonald with another inspiring performance. He never gives a minumum wage effort. What a rush to hear all those horns hit those accents! It's got to be blast to play with such a huge, talented band!
For the musicians amongst us....Notice how the tempo started way to fast and when the drummer starts he profesionally takes the groove down to a much nicer Tempo!!!
Yep, it's a gift. Must have felt like trying to slow down a team of Clydesdale's with that big of a band!!! We all speed when we get excited! 2 cents from a Bass player.
Kick ass. I'm trying to get a ITunes download. This is such an uplifting song, with great, instruments. The movie was great, and you can't get an ITunes download? Man!?
I used to play this, full blast on my Walkman, when walking home from School. It was a Sony 2 Battery! ...Long time ago....Remember this? th-cam.com/video/k9olaIio3l8/w-d-xo.html .... Happy Days..
Has to be one of the top five greatest male vocalists of all time, just an astonishing voice.
Wow, the bridge at 2.33, those backing vocals, MM's vocals, chord changes with strings. Incredible piece of music. Let's not forget Rod Temperton, a Yorkshire man, who lit up the world with Off The Wall, Thriller, Patti Austin, and more. RIP Mr Temperton. What a legacy
Every note still spot on ! the 80s was the best part of my life, you never realise how very special something is....until its gone
i would give anything to go back there & do it all again, this song brings it all back...fantastic !
Man, I totally agree. Graduated in 84, the music brings it all back and takes you there. A great tune, along with soo many!! 80's ROCK!
He is just an amazing vocalist.
Mother of god. That was amazing
this song makes me sad. time that has passed and never to return. RIP mr hines
I can't believe this live version it is just phenomenal ! 2.13 the vocals oh god, what an artist and voice. Massive respect to Rod Temperton who wrote and produced it.
Dave.
what an epic performance, this is what live music is all about
Wow, he sounds great live! Usually the live version is not so good. This is great! 💖
I can never seem to get enough, of the magic of Michael's voice.
I'm 37 now, I was probably around maybe 6 years old when this song got heavy play on the radio and it's always stuck in my head since. 30 years later, and a musician, whole new appreciation for this and a lot of 80's tunes.
This man voice will make you cry in person, saw him last Saturday !!
Mike ... You keep singing this - it has inspired a generation and we are blessed for it.
YEAH !
Absolutely a great live performance. The look on Michael McDonalds face when he first appears on stage and looks at this Huge Orchestra and crowd is like he's thinking "Oh Shit" what did I get myself into? I better be good! !
I first heard this song I was in bed.I was going through a bad time in my life.It seems every thing was falling apart.This this song got me up.It was the muscic video mr kristal andmr hines.This lifted me up and I have never forgotten it.Much love to all who made this song.Michael McDonald if I ever meet him I would shake his hand.I lokk back at the 80 and think.Those years had some of the best movies and music.
This song never gets old!
Drummer and bass player are kicking major ass.
From the movie Running Scared with Gregory Hines and Billy Crystal.
One of my favorite movies from childhood!
He nailed it
he does a great job hitting the high notes
When I first went to see him in concert. He sang this song and it just sounded like the original recording. Love this record...
I saw him in the Royal Albert Hall a few years ago. Fantastic artist.
Man how could eleven not love this? The energy is incredible, the whole thing makes you wanna groove!
I've carried this song in my head for 30 years now since I heard it on that movie Running Scared, I was a pre teen then just a kid. Great song.
Micheal Mcdonald with another inspiring performance. He never gives a minumum wage effort. What a rush to hear all those horns hit those accents! It's got to be blast to play with such a huge, talented band!
Sends a chill up my spine. I think it could be the theme song for the working middle class in America! Think about it.
wonderful singer, I was in shock the fist time I heard him 😀
He's still got it :)
Damn, miss the eighties soooo much!Amazing performance!
You and me both.
I just love Michael. Great talent, and a great guy. Love you Michael.
One Word...............SUPERB
Long live Michael McDonald !
For the musicians amongst us....Notice how the tempo started way to fast and when the drummer starts he profesionally takes the groove down to a much nicer Tempo!!!
Yep, it's a gift. Must have felt like trying to slow down a team of Clydesdale's with that big of a band!!! We all speed when we get excited! 2 cents from a Bass player.
i just peeped that, good ear!
Trevor Murrell. Stud.
I dig it man. I'm a drummer, wonder who was drumming, didn't get a good look.
Thank God for Great Drummers! Where would the band be be without them...falling behind...or racing ahead!!!
Who are the backing singers? They are incredible!
OMG - that was AWESOME! WOW!!
Awe-inspiring! The man still has it!
Amazing perfomance
What a great 80's hit thanks for sharing this live performance
I was a 1 and a half when this came out. It was as good then as it is now.
His voice, God bless him.
What an awesome wall of sound! Love this song :)
TUNE!! bassist is on fire
BEST PERFORMANCE HE HAS EVER DONE
WOW. Thanks for posting. Another huge fan here!
Excellent song!!! From motion picture running scared
bellissimo.grande michael
Shine sweet freedom
INSTANT CLASSIC
Amazing!
GET DOWN ON IN MIKE!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Michael McDonald is also one mysterious guy who shows himself rarely. Like Michael Cretu.
Legend............
@Aleckael Glad you like it. Love Mr. Mcdonald. Sweet Freedom is my all time favourite song and this version is amazing.
Taz 69 mine too!
wowwwwwwwwwww this is SOOO GOOD
Kick ass. I'm trying to get a ITunes download. This is such an uplifting song, with great, instruments. The movie was great, and you can't get an ITunes download? Man!?
class act
WOW!!!
@marysman1960 He is a great talent. Waiting for him to come over to the UK. Soon I hope. But no dates are set yet. :-)
you're the man Michael !
Great!!
Everything about this performance was a yaas for me
Shine On Awesome
gotta' love this song...
Voz incrível!!!
Great artist and what a voice!. :)
Fantastic in all ways. Especially great back-up singers. Who are they?
Kraftvoller, überzeugender Auftritt!
excellent!!
I envy his tenor ablities but he posess a deep timbre that make it sound depper and more husky...
Won't get a better singer truth
I can just imagine the size of the Board to handle all of this
Chills... 😍 also... 8 people apparently have no soul
meraviglia
@Raymond1953kla Yeah it's a great Live One of him. Voice is perfect.
JEANS AND JACKET THE MCDONALD LOOK
♡
I used to play this, full blast on my Walkman, when walking home from School. It was a Sony 2 Battery! ...Long time ago....Remember this? th-cam.com/video/k9olaIio3l8/w-d-xo.html .... Happy Days..
he sounded great. didn't need the huge orchestra. a small band would have been better.
It´s the Proms.
what are the Proms?
Night of The Proms: Classic meets Pop. It´s supposed to sound grandious.