Joseph, Steve and Lenny! Thank you for this great vid! I love this COVID-19 version of Africa! Joseph you are so blessed with a crystal clear voice. Your a great addition to this band. Talent is strong in your family. Steve you are the icon of all guitarist. Lenny a world class percussionist. If I missed anyone I apologize.
Awesome ! Great song ! And thanks Steve for writing your book. It was the best celebrity bio I've ever heard. ( audio book ) and I'm glad you narrated it yourself.
And what irks me is that if you go to their gift shop they'll have Toto CDs for sale. The Hall thinks Toto is good enough to exploit for money but not good enough to put in the Hall.
Keith R They announced that Oct 20 of 19’ in PA was gonna be their last show, a few weeks prior to the show. I do believe that They will certainly be back though, cause there’s no way they wouldn’t do a “Farewell Tour”
I have 3 copies of "Toto IV" on vinyl. Two of them are still wrapped, never opened. Keeping them as backups because one of these days the first one will wear out and I'm not gonna live without hearing that album on vinyl like some tasteless Jabroni. That album opens with "Rosanna" and closes with "Africa." - It's a masterpiece.
Had the honor to be his road manager in Italy some years back: he's a gentleman and a very cool guy! You sitting with a legend, someone who played and jammed for the best and you hardly notice it!
@@Niko-rd2uz Do you really believe that it was meant to look like that he sings on the video realtime?🤨 First record the vocals and then a video and put them together... If you watch any official music videos, how many of them are "real" and not playback?
Thank you! For real thank you! Seen this makes me so fucking happy and gives me strength! Ey! You know what should be awesome, If you upload a video without the backing band and let us (your fans) play with you! Haha but for real thank you!
Holly Irving Loved the touring lineup for the “XIV” era! I got to see them in 2016, I believe, with David Hungate, Steve Porcaro, and Lenny with them. Other than being able to see the original lineup with a time machine, I can’t imagine it getting much better than what I saw! Joseph, David Paich, and Luke were phenomenal!
I’m still listening to this in 2022. I’ve always loved Toto and we need more of this from artists trying up lift us up in these dark days. This is absolute dynamite. I love how none of the band are really taking themselves seriously in this video, and it’s an absolute joy to watch.
@@bicimusic Bobby is the original singer, but he's suffering from dementia. Joseph is a phantastic singer and he managed to take care of his voice. ❤👍🔥
@@miketabor2426 It isn't, David Paich and Bobby Kimball originally sung with song, with Kimball in the chorus but over the years Bobby has left the band and Joeseph has taken place and has done a few albums with them. He's done a mighty fine job on tour and here, Steve lukather however is as original as it gets with band members.
Loving Joe on this. I think he must have had a triple shot latte that morning. Lol. Brilliant as usual Gentlemen. You can even make an impromptu sound like a masterpiece.
Joseph sounds great singing David and Bobby's parts. I'm just now getting into more of the bands catalogue and learning their history after only knowing Africa, Roseanna, and Hold The Line for years, lol.
I've known this song for almost 40 years now, it's been with me for most of my life, still sounds fresh and amazing after all these years. God bless you guys, you make the world a better place, and you still rock!
I live in South Africa, have done since I was a baby, it's IMPOSSIBLE to describe how this song resonates with all of us down here..It's like our own "anthem" lol Wonderful
I love it, it was a GREAT idea to take off the pressure of the period. And Joseph, I've always loved your voice since you joined the band in the album "Fahrnenheit". You put a smile on my face. Al my love and repesct to you guys, and hope to see you again soon in Italy!
Wow, I have to admit I am really impressed how much you folks from Toto still have power in your voices, music and your soul. I mean, even if Toto technically is "no longer", I'm still happy to see that you all are still in good relation and you still carry all the music in you!
the freaking Star Trek lunch box... That’s a bit rebellious towards daddy ain’t it Joe?!😂 Sounds fantastic! Have always wanted to hear you sing this in a studio.
My two COVID-19 wishes: #1 - Everyone stays safe and we find a vaccine soon, so that #2 - I can see and hang with the *awesome* guys from TOTO again soon!!! Thanks for doing this -- we love you!
TOTO, always on the soundtrack of my life. Steve Lukather & Jeff Porcaro were, are and will be two references for me. Thank you for this magnificent contribution in such difficult times. Long live TOTO!
That was totally fun! You guys look great and I'm happy you are all fine. And the bobble heads hahahahha! Please will you do another? I love your jazzy stuff.
This is spectacular! I hope you guys keep the music happening. It sounds better than ever. Joseph, do you give lessons to learn how to play the vacuum cleaner?
💝 You guys still got it, after all these years you'll always be my number one band. Joseph, you sound really great and I'm so looking forward to your new solo album. Roger / Stockholm, Sweden
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I couldn't be happier knowing that one of my favourite vocalists of all time dances like a goofball just like I do. I love it.
I'm not sure why, but the day starts much better listening to TOTO - AFRICA!
All my love and respect ✊ from Tunisia mama Africa ( I looooove this song still always my favorite ❤️🇹🇳)
Joseph, Steve and Lenny! Thank you for this great vid! I love this COVID-19 version of Africa! Joseph you are so blessed with a crystal clear voice. Your a great addition to this band. Talent is strong in your family. Steve you are the icon of all guitarist. Lenny a world class percussionist. If I missed anyone I apologize.
You know you've mastered every instrument in existence when you have become proficient at playing vacuum cleaner impromptu.
Love, love, LOVE this
Esto es la historia del rock
Música inmortal que jamás desaparecerá
TOTO es parte de nuestra historia y está canción es un agasajo al oído
This is one of my most favorite songs. A real feel good song that just lifts your spirit high!
the rhythm, the harmony, the percussion, and the drum beat all make this so good!
TOTO is for shure one of the greatest bands of all time
Like a good son, Joseph’s wearing a shirt from his Dad’s gig. Talented family for sure. Great video.
I had no idea of this -WOW!
It took me 31 years....
Yeah, right?
This makes me giggle more every time I watch it. It's silly yet so wonderful to help perk everyone up
Que grandes sois! viva la madre que os pario! seguid así.
Ame este vídeo!! ❤️♥️🙌🎶🎵
Adoro como baila!!
Magnífico, impecables!!!🙌🙏🎼🎼🎼💙👏👏
OMG! So glad to see Joe dancing!
From the most southern point of Africa, great job boys
WE all love you in the world. play it in your backyard for us. it does not matter where it is we miss you toto. Make more vids.
Steve Lukather...the coolest dude in rock and roll...Viba Toto!...Thanks for this ray of sunshine and God bless you all.
Love YOU... All of you... So much....
I'm sorry, but I must take part in this gem, even just in the comment section.
I ❤Toto!!
Meu abraço aqui do Brasil 🇧🇷! Gratidão por esta linda canção 👏🏻🙏🏻✨.
*My hug here from Brazil 🇧🇷! Gratitude for this beautiful song 👏🏻🙏🏻✨.
Buenisimo toto gracias por compartirlo saludos desde centro america
Awesome ! Great song ! And thanks Steve for writing your book. It was the best celebrity bio I've ever heard. ( audio book ) and I'm glad you narrated it yourself.
Please Consider Buenos Aires on the next tour when everything happens. Greetings from Argentina where there are thousands of fans of the band
love toto u guys rock man
This made me actually smile. I was lucky enough to see the in concert not quite 18mths ago. Was awesome. Much needed fun boys x
One of my favorite songs! A great start to my morning. Thanks!
Thank you for this beautiful music, let's make a better world
Love toto
Absolutely brilliant. Not from this planet.
Joseph the more I hear this the more I like it even better
still far away from bobby but i guess bobby cant tour or even sing anymore - he is deaf from one ear and he has dementia
@@claude122and Joseph’s darn good. He was much better in his current stint as lead singer for TOTO than he was when he replaced Bobby in the mid-80’s.
Kocham TOTO
Grandissimi!
The best song
Excellent...Besos...xoxoxo amen 🙏
Yay! We needed this :)
I think it’s time for Toto to come out and play!
May the Force be with you.
Vontade de sair Cantando bem alto nas ruas de Carajás Pa Brazil!
Joseph , Steve ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️😍
aplausos joseph
3:58 Toto Rocks!
Awesome😍😘
Invite Arnel Pineda along and you have the ultimate band :-)
So that’s what Joseph Williams looks like...and he plays well also!
Memberberries aproves it
Toto should be inducted into The Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame. Why this hasn't happened yet is ludacris.
Iconic song of the 80’s... thank you Toto for being in the soundtrack of my life.
That's because the Hall committee only pick groups they like, not on the merit of a groups record/ticket sales or how many hits they have.
because the hall of fame is a joke
And what irks me is that if you go to their gift shop they'll have Toto CDs for sale. The Hall thinks Toto is good enough to exploit for money but not good enough to put in the Hall.
Cause this is more than Rock
I'm sure all of you already know this, but Joseph Williams is the son of the legendary John Williams, who composed the score of "Star Wars".
And a ton of other famous movies
I did not know that!!!! Wow!!!!
Also a Michael Moore lookalike
Mauricio Hernández Díaz this was written by Michael Moore trying to feel better about himself
Also the ost of Superman the movie the legend (Christopher Reeves) ☝
The beginning of a Toto comeback in 2021? 🥳🥳🥳
I fucking hope so
Joe's going to have to play some sick vacuum solos tho
They have been touring for the past few years
amen !
Keith R They announced that Oct 20 of 19’ in PA was gonna be their last show, a few weeks prior to the show. I do believe that They will certainly be back though, cause there’s no way they wouldn’t do a “Farewell Tour”
This is one of those songs that just makes you feel good and we sure need more of that in 2020 for sure.
So very true!!
they are having a blast doing it for us too!
One of my favorite tunes of all time! And I'm usually a metal head!
I have 3 copies of "Toto IV" on vinyl. Two of them are still wrapped, never opened. Keeping them as backups because one of these days the first one will wear out and I'm not gonna live without hearing that album on vinyl like some tasteless Jabroni.
That album opens with "Rosanna" and closes with "Africa." - It's a masterpiece.
I enjoyed this song thoroughly under covid lockdown. Thank you thank you 😘😘😘
If this doesn't put a smile on your face...
Oh, a smile in your soul!
It sure did. One of my favorite songs ever.
Chris Brooks Guitar I love this song one of my favorites so it sure made my soul and face smile.
Toto always makes me happy
It's amazing and brilliant
Steve Lukather, seems like the coolest guy to sit down and jam with. So laid back and humble considering he is an icon to guitarists in the scene.
Tatted 1969 He really does
You don;t become the greatest session guitar player ever by being an asshole or difficult to work with! He is pure class.
He’s an icon even to people who can’t play worth a lick.
Had the honor to be his road manager in Italy some years back: he's a gentleman and a very cool guy! You sitting with a legend, someone who played and jammed for the best and you hardly notice it!
You gotta get his book, it is killer!! Just read it in about 2 days and going to read it again.
I'll never stop loving Joseph Williams
Joseph, you’re on of my favorite vocalists of all time. Much respect brother and Luke YOU DA MAN.....John
He nailed it!
So easy to sing in playback 🤦🏼♂️😕
@@Niko-rd2uz Do you really believe that it was meant to look like that he sings on the video realtime?🤨 First record the vocals and then a video and put them together... If you watch any official music videos, how many of them are "real" and not playback?
I finished building my time machine.Who would like to go back to the 80's and 90's with me?🙃
Ok ,, take me with you.
🙋♀️
I'm in for the 80's man
Count me in!
I am SOOOO f'n there, Dude. I'll bring snacks for the trip.
This is best thing to come out of 2020!
Thank you! For real thank you! Seen this makes me so fucking happy and gives me strength!
Ey! You know what should be awesome, If you upload a video without the backing band and let us (your fans) play with you! Haha but for real thank you!
absolutely !
Seeing Joe dance as if no one's watching is so wholesome.
Joesph's range is amazing. He can do David and do Bobby and yet still keep HIS distinctive sound and make it work. Great keyboards. Who did the bass?
I think that the bass was Joe, he used the keyboards just like in Chelsea
YES WHO PLAYED BASS???
I think Joseph did everything except for the percussion and guitar. That would include keyboards, bass, and drum programming.
Im guessing Steve
Actually all vocal tracks are artificially tuned
I can't imagine the world without this song, guys. Love you all!
Amazing every number one
One of the crappiest bands of the 80's that got big because of a bunch of tin eared morons.
@@lincolnguy1483 ?
Who would dislike this? Seek help fast.
My mom can't stand Toto but bought me a ticket to see them 2 years ago for my birthday. I've been trying to make my mom a fan for 20 years
Anyone who dislikes this really does need their head examined!
Because its autotuned af lol
Someone who's seen them live and know Lukather's voice is gone... namely me.
Those who do not like this is because they like Maluma and Bad Bunny, they certainly need urgent help !!!
Lenny Castro hitting the gong for the win! What a great expression on his face. You just have to smile.
Lenny is amazing. Saw Toto for my birthday 2 years ago. Loved Lenny's solo on Africa
Holly Irving Loved the touring lineup for the “XIV” era! I got to see them in 2016, I believe, with David Hungate, Steve Porcaro, and Lenny with them. Other than being able to see the original lineup with a time machine, I can’t imagine it getting much better than what I saw! Joseph, David Paich, and Luke were phenomenal!
This is great. The 266 that disliked this are probably fans of Cardi B.
born after 2000...nuff said about the 266
Cardi B has fans?
@@mikeydrookie351 or born before 2000 and objecting to autotune^^
I had to google her name to know who she is :D
@@mesutgundogan3543 sorry for that, lol
I’m still listening to this in 2022. I’ve always loved Toto and we need more of this from artists trying up lift us up in these dark days. This is absolute dynamite. I love how none of the band are really taking themselves seriously in this video, and it’s an absolute joy to watch.
When Toto does isolation music, they just sound better than anything out there!! And that bass line! Wow wow & wowwww!
There’s a deep sadness within all of these guys :(
@@DominicGaudious did they tell you that?
Who did the bass line for this video? Was it Lukather? (He did the bass line for Beat It, so why not?)
Toto did Isolation music as far back as 1986. heh.
"When Toto does isolation music.............."--uh, no pun intended?
With all respect to Kimball, but Williams is by far my favorite of the two.
Yeah but he really killed it on Rosanna.
Kimball’s voice has worn out over the years, Williams has only gotten better.
Joes voice is better..i love bobby, but joe is smooth
Kimball is the only one
@@bicimusic Bobby is the original singer, but he's suffering from dementia. Joseph is a phantastic singer and he managed to take care of his voice. ❤👍🔥
This is the best COVID performance I've saw on here....the lead singer is having a ball lol
Is this the original singer of the song?? He sounds fantastic!
@@miketabor2426 It isn't, David Paich and Bobby Kimball originally sung with song, with Kimball in the chorus but over the years Bobby has left the band and Joeseph has taken place and has done a few albums with them. He's done a mighty fine job on tour and here, Steve lukather however is as original as it gets with band members.
@@miketabor2426 no he is currently the lead singer for the upcoming tour he has worked with toto before this as well.
I love that Williams has an Artoo Detoo in the background given that his father composed all the SW music.
That's not Williams,that's David Paich the keyboard player,who takes lead vocals on this-Williams is doing B/V.
But see the 'John Williams' t shirt Joseph wears.
COVID has sucked, but at least it's brought us all these Zoom concerts!
Joe Williams rocks. One of my all-time favorite vocalist.
Loving Joe on this. I think he must have had a triple shot latte that morning. Lol.
Brilliant as usual Gentlemen. You can even make an impromptu sound like a masterpiece.
Joseph sounds great singing David and Bobby's parts. I'm just now getting into more of the bands catalogue and learning their history after only knowing Africa, Roseanna, and Hold The Line for years, lol.
Sounds great, but there is a ton of effects and auto tune on his track.
Joseph also sings a few of their "classic" hits as well, such as Stop Loving You, Without Your Love, Pamela, and Lea.
A lot of diamonds to be discovered. ❤👍🔥
I've known this song for almost 40 years now, it's been with me for most of my life, still sounds fresh and amazing after all these years.
God bless you guys, you make the world a better place, and you still rock!
I have been a TOTO fan all my life. The band keeps me moving and singing. Love you all from Chicago, Illinois
I will never forget the sound, the song and the melody of TOTO and especially all the songs, Thank you TOTO; you are always with me
I live in South Africa, have done since I was a baby, it's IMPOSSIBLE to describe how this song resonates with all of us down here..It's like our own "anthem" lol Wonderful
even if i'm from Italy i'll tell u same here
Yes.. I can clearly understand that...👍 one of the best piece of music man ever made.
Really? I always thought that people actually living in Africa thought of it as a rather annoying.
@@flops0317 If i play that song to someone who left sa, instant homesickness lol
And for us who left a long time ago brother. Never leaves you.
Thank you so much for this. It's July 4, 2023 and I still listen to this version at least once a month. It's timeless!
I love it, it was a GREAT idea to take off the pressure of the period. And Joseph, I've always loved your voice since you joined the band in the album "Fahrnenheit". You put a smile on my face. Al my love and repesct to you guys, and hope to see you again soon in Italy!
It's amazing just how much Joseph looks like his father!! Especially now that they're both older. (Joseph's dad is composer John Williams.)
Yes, true. Of the guys, Joe’s appearance, looks has really changed from his 1986-1988 days! He was so cute and sexy! Still love his voice!
Waooooo... ADN .
Thinking about David too - we know he's been ill, hope he's doing better now!
This doesn't sound any different than the original, which is a testament to how good they really are. Amazing.
@@mcgrath274 you clearly didn't listen to it.
@@mcgrath274 my 4 year old years the difference between the two.
It’s also super produced....
@mcgrath274 If you can’t hear the autotune then you’re deaf. If you think this is the original, then you never really listened to the original.
@@glenncourtney3733 the never said it was live, and that he was a bit of an engineer. So what?
Please Give my love to David. Praying for him and all of you. Joseph, your voice is still amazing!!!!
Always loved Lenny Castro's input to ToTo. He's not listed as a member, but to me he is.
I do agree!
He's not a member, but more than a member.🥰
Wow, I have to admit I am really impressed how much you folks from Toto still have power in your voices, music and your soul. I mean, even if Toto technically is "no longer", I'm still happy to see that you all are still in good relation and you still carry all the music in you!
Como alguém dá deslike no Toto? Tem que ser muito besta mesmo...
Se merecen muchos like,por qué son geniales me encantan y esta versión de ÁFRICA quedó buenísima 😇♥️
Verdade, só música boa .
Na infância eu havia vistos meus irmãos falarem, porém comecei a curtir agora.
Funkeiros de plantão
4 months into a worldwide pandemic and Lukather's hair still looks great.
He just stuck a knife in to a power socket to fix it up...lol
His hair does look good I guess, somewhere in between the hairspray :)
LOL. You mean his wig?
It’s no wig dude. There are a couple of vids here on the tube in which he proves it.
Lukather's hair should be separately inducted into the HOF
I'm only missing a
Leland Sklar cameo
Yes, indeed, Leland is the best bass player on earth for me! And a cool guy anyway!
We want a TOTO Réunion With SIMON PHILLIPS!!!!!!
Definitely!
Well, if COVID-19 brought us this, it ain't all bad.
Agreed, I’m 13 years old and I like this song. The first time I heard this song was when I watched Stranger Things
@@batmanbrucewayne8298 You have a good taste!
@@Max-Mustermann46 thank you
You are my spirit animal Joseph. This is what i do in my living room by myself to music i love, like this song! My fav! Love u!
the freaking Star Trek lunch box... That’s a bit rebellious towards daddy ain’t it Joe?!😂 Sounds fantastic! Have always wanted to hear you sing this in a studio.
Nah, he was covered with R2 in the background
Seeing this makes me want a new cut of Africa with Joseph. That does sound crazy but I believe it can show how well this song has aged.
Even to have this version on Apple Music to hold the fans over till another cut was done. I’d be blasting this driving on the open highway
@The Serious Thomas Collector I'd say that the song hasn't aged - it's timeless. It's everything else that has aged around it.
3:45 That's sound is undervalued. ☺️
Yes! With Simon Phillips on drums too
@@davidnissim589 YES
My two COVID-19 wishes:
#1 - Everyone stays safe and we find a vaccine soon, so that
#2 - I can see and hang with the *awesome* guys from TOTO again soon!!!
Thanks for doing this -- we love you!
#3-follow #'s1&2 ..
"I have a dream!!!!!" On connait la Fin!!!!!
#
Hello from Italy, hope TRUMP wins, otherwise forget other concerts. There is no vaccine, neither now nor ever. Paolo from Gorizia
TOTO, always on the soundtrack of my life. Steve Lukather & Jeff Porcaro were, are and will be two references for me. Thank you for this magnificent contribution in such difficult times. Long live TOTO!
They don't come much better than this. Huge 🙏 to Toto for posting this classic song.
TOTO gotta get back out there making music after the pandemic is over.
Stay safe, lads!
D announced today that they will
That was totally fun! You guys look great and I'm happy you are all fine. And the bobble heads hahahahha! Please will you do another? I love your jazzy stuff.
More than 4 decades the spells of Africa still active amongst this masterpiece.
This is spectacular! I hope you guys keep the music happening. It sounds better than ever. Joseph, do you give lessons to learn how to play the vacuum cleaner?
Hahaha, o Joseph não muda, sempre a mesma energia! Toto 4ever! 😍🤗❤🇧🇷
💝 You guys still got it, after all these years you'll always be my number one band. Joseph, you sound really great and I'm so looking forward to your new solo album. Roger / Stockholm, Sweden