A 3+ Octave Countertenor and a 3 Octave Baritone…both with amazing soul, vocal and breath control…and fabulous overlap on their ranges for harmonizing…one of the most remarkable vocal duos in recording history.
It's that they both have (and use) their range which makes this performance definitive - to even approach it would require similar ranges. Add in Bill's rasp and Bobby's gymnastics and it's an unapproachable target.
My guys! I'm 73 yrs old and this song brings back so many memories when I was 15 yrs old when they came out and swept us teenagers off our feet! Love them! 💞
This song is probably THE classic example of the Phil Spector “Wall of Sound” technique. In spite of his many personal failings, Specter was a genius producer. This in no way minimizes the contribution of the Righteous Brothers, but, as so many things, the whole is much greater than the parts. Thank you for reacting to one of my favorite songs.
Absolutely, I think I remember hearing that Barry and Cynthia paid for their house from the proceeds of this song and credited Spector for coming up with the “bridge” in the track that made it a huge success
Note that at the time of this performance (1964) Bill and Bobby were 24 years old. Their technical polish as individual vocalists, and as a duo, is even more remarkable considering their youth.
@@rollomaughfling380 This video is indeed synced to the recording by the person who posted it to TH-cam, but I've seen the original video of this performance. It was live, with a different orchestral arrangement, but their voices sound the same. In fact their singing was so meticulous, this live performance still syncs perfectly to the record track, even though that wasn't their intention.
The Righteous Brothers are not lip syncing. They were regulars on the great Shindig and sang this song live on the show. This video to TH-cam replaced that singing with the recording which was a hit produced by Phil Spector with his "wall of sound", which couldn't be played live anyhow. I personally don't like such manipulation, which is not authentic and causes such misleading confusion.
Bobby Hatfield hitting those "Bring it on back" lines reminds me a lot of the legendary James Brown. Absolutely mind-blowing that he was able to get his voice to reach that pitch so strongly. The Righteous Brothers were a one of a kind act.
Young lady can YOU believe the music we grew up with???? Songs and performers like this were common. They were on the radio, the TV, the front of magazines, etc... Such great music Thirty years latter and we still listen & watch.
Legend has it that very, very early in their career while performing at a small venue a guy in the audience walked up to them and said "Brothers, you guys are Righteous." The rest is history. This is one of their biggest hits, along with Unchained Melody, and {You're My} Soul and Inspiration. I have loved them for years and love your reactions to them.
The legend is true. Bill has said in an interview that they were performing at The Derby in Santa Ana and there were marines there from El Toro Marine Air Base. As told by Bill, there was an African American marine that yelled out, "That was righteous, brother". The rest is history.
Yes, there is a interview with the righteous bros they tell this story, right before Bobby performs unchained melody. Unfortunately most you tubers don’t react to this version with the interview that also explains why Bobby is performing the song by himself. Then without the context TH-camr reactions asks, I thought there were two.. lol
I have been singing this most of my life. As a boy I could do Boby's tenor part really well and sang that part in concert. Then I became a baritone-bass like Bill Medley. That's when I began to really appreciate what a wonderful job he does in the performances and recordings I have heard of this song. I am not as good as Bill but I have gotten applause for singing his part. I do love this piece of music. I sing with it everytime I hear it.
Anyone notice at the beginning when Hatfield first stands up, you can see in his face "This is great but buckle up because the ride has just started"? Their confidence, control and talent was remarkable... Thanks Beth Roars, loved it, take care.
I'm glad you mentioned the "space" between their voices. It makes it really easy to pick out who's singing what. Most groups, the harmony can get so close that you can lose track of which singer is doing which part, and I've never found that to be the case with the Righteous Brothers. Also, I'm pretty sure every guy my age or older has tried to sing this song. But when we try, even if we can sing the notes, somehow we can't make the music.
Oh yeah, hitting the notes vs making the music. ~~ I sang "Crying" for my "recital" for a voice class at the Old Town School of Folk Music (Chicago) Roy did it in D, I sang in C, I hit all the noes, I did not make the music.
I remember this song when it first came out. Impressive then and more so now. There is no fackery here. No electronics, nothing. Just a microphone. Having these memories is fantastic. What memories will come from todays music.
Thank you for your critique as a coach, it is so important to understand the dynamics, and also to know that Bobby studied with a coach for 2 years to fine tune his skill, control the song, and move his jaw ever so slightly. I heard this song on the Andy Williams Show as a young teen, and there many shows of the day like Ed Sullivan, who would support amazing singers; unlike today's over marketed musicians with less talent. Check out Bill Medley's solo of IVE HAD THE TIME OF MY LIFE from DIRTY DANCING, compared with Bobby Hatfield's solo of UNCHAINED MELODY. Bravo to the Blue-Eyed soul of the 60's, instilled in my mind and in my life.
I have heard this song so many times and never get tired of it. I also love watching different people react to it. I've probably been through most reacts to it.
I love how unafraid you are: to be you, to smile, to dance, your love for the song and immersion into it is why I stick around. And the rawr. And you being an incredibly smart beautiful redhead.
Wow..."That 'space' between them"...I LOVE that I learn so much from you. Not as a singer, I'm 64 now, but just knowing WHY great music is so great and why I love the songs I do. Thank you Beth x
I have always loved this song. The beautiful harmonies of Bill Medley and Bobby Hatfield, the delicious contrast of their highs and lows in the call and response segment. Utterly fantastic. I remember how every time we would hear this song on the radio, my mother and I would both sing along--really belting it out in a way we didn't do on other songs. I was able to cover Bill Medley's part very well, and Mum did an amazing rendition of Bobby Hatfield's part. I usually don't like to talk about my own singing as I believe I am now mediocre at best (I readily admit that I had an amazing voice as a child, having impressed quite a few music teachers and choir directors, but since puberty, meh, at least in my own opinion, though a number of people have disagreed with me), but on that specific song, when I would just let go and have fun, really letting myself get lost in the music, and with Mum accompanying me, I have to admit that we ALWAYS sounded truly great.
Oh my God, I’m excited! This is probably my favorite song by the righteous Brothers, something so sexy about the way Bill sings… This was the most popular song of the 20th century for a reason. I also enjoy unchained melody. What voices these men have, yet so completely different!
Beth, Try to imagine this being on mainstream radio growing up. I feel so blessed that this was the case in my life. These men were musical masters in a very special time of song. So Good.... Take care and enjoy.
Huge fan of theirs. This was the #1 song requested to radio stations to play in the 20th century. Incredible timeless song. FOR ONCE IN MY LIFE is actually similar to this, one of my favorites of theirs. Keep up the good work!
You bring such joy to my heart and soul when you enjoy these performances. These men and this song are classic. Such skill and talent. Don't need autotune or other studio tricks. Just great, well written music sung flawlessly. Plus these men had a ton of raw skill and talent. I sound like an old man at times when I say things like today's artists can't even carry these men's water. GOOD STUFF!!!!!!!! I grew up back when this was mainstream. I am blessed.
My voice changed when I was around 12yo and honestly it's as deep and probably deeper than Bill's. I don't mind it now (mid 40's) but try calling up a girl your age with that voice when a parent or older sibling answers calling you a pervert and to never call again.
I completely sympathize. My voice started changing in 5th grade and instead of cracking like other kids it would suddenly drop into this Barry White low fog horn sound.
They recorded so many fantastic tunes in the mid 60s, & part of what makes them sound so great is their producer, Phil Spector and his “wall of sound” that enhanced so many other great artist back then like the Ronnettes. Love your reactions!
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Anytime I see a reactor doing this song....I have to watch! lol. The funnier ones are the younger black kids that have never heard any of their songs! When this video starts off you cant see them....then when Bill is finally seen...they freak out cuz its a white man! lol. Its hilarious! When Bobby hits the high notes ...oh boy! Talk about surprise!!! 😂
Between this and your other personal-adventure channel, you're the coolest (and frankly hottest) vocal coach and TH-camr out there, Beth! I don't often revisit reaction videos, but here I am again, since this came up, happy as a lark. What a treasure!
The living in the sound that Beth refers to is clearly evident in the studio version of this song. In the studio version, this is clearly a Phil Spector wall of sound production. This wall of sound can be found in another RIghteous Brother;s song penned by Carole King, Just once in my life
I always thought Bill had a Low voice, and it would be hard for me to hit his low notes. Then when I tried to sing along I realized his voice is not so much super-Low as it is super-Deep, and it is harder for me to hit his high notes than the low ones. His deep voice makes even the higher notes "sound low." Dunno if that makes sense.
Beth....so Glad you have the Musical understanding that is able to Explain the Excellence of what we're hearing. You understand WHY people and songs sound so Good. There are FAR TOO MANY TH-cam channels that just want to have an emotional orgasm when they hear class--and classic--songs. We don't need that nonsense. Keep up the good work !!
This is such a great song that from the moment Bill Medley's voice kicks in with the opening note, this became as much a couple of guys with great voices singing to a beautiful girl as it is a vocal critique of a tremendous live rendition of a great song. And for that, thank you, Mr. Medley (my bass hero) and Mr. Hatfield (RIP). You should check out The Righteous Brothers' very bluesy rendition of "I Just Want To Make Love To You." One of my favourites by these guys. And I love that you caught the part that sounded like it came out of "Grease." I instantly thought the same thing. That is so 1950s-early 1960s. Awesome reaction, as usual.
When i was young i used to try to soing both parts but could never hit that high note , I should mention that after my voice broke i sounded like Kermit the frog. I went from a choir boy to a frog ? Can you imagine how good this would have sounded with modern recording equipment that could even make a frog sound like a Prince ?
A 3+ Octave Countertenor and a 3 Octave Baritone…both with amazing soul, vocal and breath control…and fabulous overlap on their ranges for harmonizing…one of the most remarkable vocal duos in recording history.
prob the BEST duo
They bracket the middle don’t they.
@@daviddempsey8721 -yes indeed
It's that they both have (and use) their range which makes this performance definitive - to even approach it would require similar ranges. Add in Bill's rasp and Bobby's gymnastics and it's an unapproachable target.
The Righteous Brothers were my all time favorite singing duo back then and now. Hands down! The 1960's music wouldn't have been the same without them.
A young Cherilyn Sarkisian was one of the back-up singers for this performance. You'd probably know her better as "Cher".
Cher lost that lovin' feelin... a long time ago. 🫣
Was Cher doing this backup here. Sonny did some of the percussion, as a studio member of the "wrecking crew"
Can you point Cher out on that long shot with the backup singers all out there???????
Bobby Hatfield by himself doing Unchained Melody live on TV with his parents in the audience is mind blowing.
This is why many of us older people only like 50's and 60's music! There was the best music!
okay Beth this has got to touch your soul
My guys! I'm 73 yrs old and this song brings back so many memories when I was 15 yrs old when they came out and swept us teenagers off our feet! Love them! 💞
This song is probably THE classic example of the Phil Spector “Wall of Sound” technique. In spite of his many personal failings, Specter was a genius producer. This in no way minimizes the contribution of the Righteous Brothers, but, as so many things, the whole is much greater than the parts. Thank you for reacting to one of my favorite songs.
It was the biggest song in top gun
Love hearing it with Brian Wilson from the Beach Boys. Glad he got inspiration from Phil. Such great sounds. Ain't like it used to be.
Absolutely, I think I remember hearing that Barry and Cynthia paid for their house from the proceeds of this song and credited Spector for coming up with the “bridge” in the track that made it a huge success
@Miles Doyle you need help.
Specter murdered Lana Clarkson and died in prison.
One of the great "breaking up" ballads. Their pain is so evident in their voices and in the lyrics (I'll get down on my knees for you").
Note that at the time of this performance (1964) Bill and Bobby were 24 years old. Their technical polish as individual vocalists, and as a duo, is even more remarkable considering their youth.
This "performance" was purely a video one-them lip-synching to the taped track for a television show, wearing nice suits.
@@rollomaughfling380 This video is indeed synced to the recording by the person who posted it to TH-cam, but I've seen the original video of this performance. It was live, with a different orchestral arrangement, but their voices sound the same. In fact their singing was so meticulous, this live performance still syncs perfectly to the record track, even though that wasn't their intention.
The Righteous Brothers are not lip syncing. They were regulars on the great Shindig and sang this song live on the show. This video to TH-cam replaced that singing with the recording which was a hit produced by Phil Spector with his "wall of sound", which couldn't be played live anyhow. I personally don't like such manipulation, which is not authentic and causes such misleading confusion.
Beth Roars, by far the most informative 'reactor', the most enjoyable 'reactor' to watch (her reactions), and the best looking.
Bobby Hatfield hitting those "Bring it on back" lines reminds me a lot of the legendary James Brown. Absolutely mind-blowing that he was able to get his voice to reach that pitch so strongly. The Righteous Brothers were a one of a kind act.
Yeah he gives me Sam and Dave vibes on that part.
Young lady can YOU believe the music we grew up with???? Songs and performers like this were common. They were on the radio, the TV, the front of magazines, etc... Such great music Thirty years latter and we still listen & watch.
One of the greatest songs ever recorded by the greatest duo ever. Bill & Bobby's voices complemented each other perfectly.
Just a perfect pop 45 single !
Legend has it that very, very early in their career while performing at a small venue a guy in the audience walked up to them and said "Brothers, you guys are Righteous." The rest is history. This is one of their biggest hits, along with Unchained Melody, and {You're My} Soul and Inspiration. I have loved them for years and love your reactions to them.
The legend is true. Bill has said in an interview that they were performing at The Derby in Santa Ana and there were marines there from El Toro Marine Air Base. As told by Bill, there was an African American marine that yelled out, "That was righteous, brother". The rest is history.
Actually,, The Comment Yelled Out Was "THAT WAS RIGHTEOUS BROTHERS!!" & The Rest Is History.
Yes, there is a interview with the righteous bros they tell this story, right before Bobby performs unchained melody. Unfortunately most you tubers don’t react to this version with the interview that also explains why Bobby is performing the song by himself. Then without the context TH-camr reactions asks, I thought there were two.. lol
I have been singing this most of my life. As a boy I could do Boby's tenor part really well and sang that part in concert. Then I became a baritone-bass like Bill Medley. That's when I began to really appreciate what a wonderful job he does in the performances and recordings I have heard of this song. I am not as good as Bill but I have gotten applause for singing his part. I do love this piece of music. I sing with it everytime I hear it.
I've been singing this song since I was a child back in the 70's. I remember my mom singing it to me when I was sick. God, I miss those days!
Anyone notice at the beginning when Hatfield first stands up, you can see in his face "This is great but buckle up because the ride has just started"? Their confidence, control and talent was remarkable... Thanks Beth Roars, loved it, take care.
Thanks David
I'm glad you mentioned the "space" between their voices. It makes it really easy to pick out who's singing what. Most groups, the harmony can get so close that you can lose track of which singer is doing which part, and I've never found that to be the case with the Righteous Brothers.
Also, I'm pretty sure every guy my age or older has tried to sing this song. But when we try, even if we can sing the notes, somehow we can't make the music.
I still can not tell which Everly brother is singing (when they're singing together).
Oh yeah, hitting the notes vs making the music. ~~ I sang "Crying" for my "recital" for a voice class at the Old Town School of Folk Music (Chicago) Roy did it in D, I sang in C, I hit all the noes, I did not make the music.
I remember this song when it first came out. Impressive then and more so now. There is no fackery here. No electronics, nothing. Just a microphone. Having these memories is fantastic. What memories will come from todays music.
Music that moves your body through moving your emotion is masterful.
Thank you for your critique as a coach, it is so important to understand the dynamics, and also to know that Bobby studied with a coach for 2 years to fine tune his skill, control the song, and move his jaw ever so slightly. I heard this song on the Andy Williams Show as a young teen, and there many shows of the day like Ed Sullivan, who would support amazing singers; unlike today's over marketed musicians with less talent. Check out Bill Medley's solo of IVE HAD THE TIME OF MY LIFE from DIRTY DANCING, compared with Bobby Hatfield's solo of UNCHAINED MELODY. Bravo to the Blue-Eyed soul of the 60's, instilled in my mind and in my life.
The Bros will never be duplicated. Iconic once in life time talent! ❤️😎👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
I have heard this song so many times and never get tired of it. I also love watching different people react to it. I've probably been through most reacts to it.
I love your smile and how much you enjoyed these two fine performers.
That call / response section is so amazing!
Absolute mastery of singing ability
I just realized that I never skip your intro. I love the ascent and the "rawwwr."
I saw an older one with a different intro and I felt cheated.
'They're not actual brothers'
No but they are righteous
Their lockstep harmony is what impresses me most
I love how unafraid you are: to be you, to smile, to dance, your love for the song and immersion into it is why I stick around. And the rawr. And you being an incredibly smart beautiful redhead.
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@@adamkeane2622 Right? Whatta creep. 🤮
Beth's joy is infectious.
I come for critique and breakdown, and also get this huge side serving of just feel good vibes.
Love it.
Right? She's the perfect Scottish lad for all of us 😊.
Exactly.
You can completely fall for Beth just watching the joy in her eyes and her love for the music she's listening to.
Love the way Bobby chills back there in the opening
Bobby asked what I should do during the first verse, Phil Spector said "start counting the money....❤
When Bobby Hatfield asked what he was supposed to do while Bill Medley sang the lead Phil Spector retorted "You can go directly to the bank".
Wow..."That 'space' between them"...I LOVE that I learn so much from you. Not as a singer, I'm 64 now, but just knowing WHY great music is so great and why I love the songs I do. Thank you Beth x
Whenever I can listen to great music and learn something new, I’m all in.
Soul and inspiration is one of my favorites.
I have always loved this song. The beautiful harmonies of Bill Medley and Bobby Hatfield, the delicious contrast of their highs and lows in the call and response segment. Utterly fantastic. I remember how every time we would hear this song on the radio, my mother and I would both sing along--really belting it out in a way we didn't do on other songs. I was able to cover Bill Medley's part very well, and Mum did an amazing rendition of Bobby Hatfield's part. I usually don't like to talk about my own singing as I believe I am now mediocre at best (I readily admit that I had an amazing voice as a child, having impressed quite a few music teachers and choir directors, but since puberty, meh, at least in my own opinion, though a number of people have disagreed with me), but on that specific song, when I would just let go and have fun, really letting myself get lost in the music, and with Mum accompanying me, I have to admit that we ALWAYS sounded truly great.
Oh my God, I’m excited! This is probably my favorite song by the righteous Brothers, something so sexy about the way Bill sings… This was the most popular song of the 20th century for a reason. I also enjoy unchained melody. What voices these men have, yet so completely different!
Look for Bill Medley's solo on "Old Man River". Gives me chills.
Beth,
Try to imagine this being on mainstream radio growing up. I feel so blessed that this was the case in my life. These men were musical masters in a very special time of song. So Good.... Take care and enjoy.
Huge fan of theirs. This was the #1 song requested to radio stations to play in the 20th century. Incredible timeless song. FOR ONCE IN MY LIFE is actually similar to this, one of my favorites of theirs. Keep up the good work!
This is an AMAZING CLASSIC !! LOVE, LOVE, LOVE ❤❤❤
You bring such joy to my heart and soul when you enjoy these performances. These men and this song are classic. Such skill and talent. Don't need autotune or other studio tricks. Just great, well written music sung flawlessly. Plus these men had a ton of raw skill and talent. I sound like an old man at times when I say things like today's artists can't even carry these men's water. GOOD STUFF!!!!!!!! I grew up back when this was mainstream. I am blessed.
My voice changed when I was around 12yo and honestly it's as deep and probably deeper than Bill's. I don't mind it now (mid 40's) but try calling up a girl your age with that voice when a parent or older sibling answers calling you a pervert and to never call again.
I completely sympathize. My voice started changing in 5th grade and instead of cracking like other kids it would suddenly drop into this Barry White low fog horn sound.
I know your pain all too well!
It could have been like Tom Waits..🤣😎
A classic duo that was a favorite at a dance when you held your girl in your arms.
Those were the days...
That was what we called..
"BELLY RUBBING DANCING"...MUSIC...😊
"SOCK HOP", in the gymnasium...😊
This was an absolute MUST after having done Bobby’s solo “Unchained Melody” 😃👍🏻🍾
At one time this was the most played song of the 20th century
Everything they did was truly amazing. Several rockers as well. Little Latin Lupe Lu, Coco Joe.
They recorded so many fantastic tunes in the mid 60s, & part of what makes them sound so great is their producer, Phil Spector and his “wall of sound” that enhanced so many other great artist back then like the Ronnettes. Love your reactions!
My wife's favorite song! There are not too many baritones around today. Beautiful song. Sad but beautiful. Art!
Home Free 👍 Bass, Baritone, Tenor and more
HELLO BETH, I APPRECIATED YOUR COMMENTS TO THIS GREAT SONG BY THE RIGHTEOUS BROS.
I TOTALLY AGREE WITH YOU IN THAT YOU HAVE 2 GUYS WITH 2 DIFFERENT VOCAL RANGES, BUT SING SO WELL TOGETHER.
TAKE CARE FROM EMILIO IN ADELAIDE CITY IN AUSTRALIA
Thanks for the memories, back in my day, this was the song you put on the hi-fi to make out and “Bring Back That Loving Feeling”!
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Anytime I see a reactor doing this song....I have to watch! lol. The funnier ones are the younger black kids that have never heard any of their songs! When this video starts off you cant see them....then when Bill is finally seen...they freak out cuz its a white man! lol. Its hilarious! When Bobby hits the high notes ...oh boy! Talk about surprise!!! 😂
is amazing that all these decades later people still think they were really brothers.
One of the background singers is a young unknown teenager named Cher.
What a wonderful reaction video. I enjoyed your comments and especially that you enjoyed the song so much.
Love that song. It came out when I was in junior high school and they always played at school dances. (BTW I love your smile.)
Cher was a backup singer on the studio recording of this song. Your trivia for the day.
Between cancer and drugs we've lost SO many one-of-a-kind performers. Great reaction tho, stunning as always.
Your channel is brilliant. I love your reactions. I learn something new every time I watch.
Pls react to Bobby Hatfield‘s live version of Unchained Melody, probably one of the best live performances one will ever listen to.
Great analysis and reaction, the best so far, you know what your talking about, keep it up!
Amazing song awesome singers, Thank you Beth
My brain always has the image of a F-14 Tomcat blasting into the California setting sun in Miramar even thought Topgun is now in Nevada.
A perfect song perfectly performed.
this was the most played song on the radio and TV in the entire 20th century....
When music was music. Great words, and melody, no auto-tune or pitch correction. True artists who could actually sing.
Everyone knows there was no Autotune in 1964. No need to ever post such a banal, clichéd comment.
You were one of the first reactors ever that recognize that Bobby Hatfield is a countertenor. Thank you.
love seeing you enjoying the song beth
Rumour is that a young Cher is one of the backup singers on this piece.
It is not a rumour, she was also on the recording...
"Baby baby I'd get down on my knees for you." Gets you every time.
I think that part of their blending is how tight their stylings are. There's not a millimeter between them!
Edit: of course, you covered this!
It always amazed me that the boys were both only 24 yrs old when they did this and by then they were such consummate professionals.
Between this and your other personal-adventure channel, you're the coolest (and frankly hottest) vocal coach and TH-camr out there, Beth! I don't often revisit reaction videos, but here I am again, since this came up, happy as a lark. What a treasure!
The living in the sound that Beth refers to is clearly evident in the studio version of this song. In the studio version, this is clearly a Phil Spector wall of sound production. This wall of sound can be found in another RIghteous Brother;s song penned by Carole King, Just once in my life
Beth you are an absolutely gorgeous woman ! Not only on the outside but on the inside also. Keep up the good work.
Blue-eyed soul!
Went they were first starting together, they came off stage and were told ( That Was Righteous!!! ). That's where their name came from.
🤦♂️
Great reaction and incite into the Righteous Brothers.
I believe this was the most requested song of the 20th century!
I always thought Bill had a Low voice, and it would be hard for me to hit his low notes. Then when I tried to sing along I realized his voice is not so much super-Low as it is super-Deep, and it is harder for me to hit his high notes than the low ones. His deep voice makes even the higher notes "sound low." Dunno if that makes sense.
Six god damn letters appeared in my mind when I heard this:
T.O.P. G.U.N.
Barrel rolls into the sunset ...
She's lost it Goose..... That Yes! is outstanding.
I hate it when she does that!
Beth....so Glad you have the Musical understanding that is able to Explain the Excellence of what we're hearing. You understand WHY people and songs sound so Good. There are FAR TOO MANY TH-cam channels that just want to have an emotional orgasm when they hear class--and classic--songs. We don't need that nonsense. Keep up the good work !!
Love you and your reactions !!
Ok, the end of the song's "whoo" was so good.
Beth is terrific in her analysis. Really enjoy these vids. (also her Wicked Game)
i love Beth Roars
Yes indeed I heard that summer loving beat just like you did
As Always,, Great Reaction My Music Lovin Sister. 🎵❤👧❤🎶
This is my favorite ❤️ girls night out😊
This is such a great song that from the moment Bill Medley's voice kicks in with the opening note, this became as much a couple of guys with great voices singing to a beautiful girl as it is a vocal critique of a tremendous live rendition of a great song. And for that, thank you, Mr. Medley (my bass hero) and Mr. Hatfield (RIP). You should check out The Righteous Brothers' very bluesy rendition of "I Just Want To Make Love To You." One of my favourites by these guys. And I love that you caught the part that sounded like it came out of "Grease." I instantly thought the same thing. That is so 1950s-early 1960s. Awesome reaction, as usual.
Hi Freckles, love your analysis.
The surround sound was due to Phil Spectors recording, genius. I sidenote, the background singers included the very young Cher at the time.
Cher is one of the backup singers in this video
They are tge greatest duet
When i was young i used to try to soing both parts but could never hit that high note , I should mention that after my voice broke i sounded like Kermit the frog. I went from a choir boy to a frog ? Can you imagine how good this would have sounded with modern recording equipment that could even make a frog sound like a Prince ?
Aww, you can easily tell you grew up with this song by your facial feattures and happiness.
Please do Vince Gill and Alison Krause trying to get over you. They blend so well together as well
In other words Beth...it’s a gift from God!
This was the most requested song of the 20th century.