1979 I was driving a tractor trailer when this came on the radio. The DJ said "you're traveling south on A1A with The Doobie Brothers" and I was. The beat sounded like a big ol' machine and MMs voice was as smooth and laid back as the view of the Florida coast. Great song and great memory.
This is not the Doobie Brothers as far as I'm concerned. I don't know why Michael McDonald was taken into the band, but his music all but ruined the Rock&Roll Doobies that I loved. Thankfully the band went back to what they did best minus you know who. Rock on Doobie Brothers!!
@@stophittingyourselvesI agree with you , they do. It's just a shame though because it isn't promoted anymore through mainstream radio. Soo much music now , which is good and bad. You have to search for the gems. Not to say all radio music was great back in the day but if your favorite songs were played the memories of listening to them on the radio with your friends is timeless/priceless. Theres just something about a tune being played on the radio that elevates how it's perceived.....to most anyways. Agree with you though, so many great musicians and music will never be known famously.
No one is better at singing about love and loss than McDonald. Incredibly recognizable, one in million voice and being an older person, almost painfully nostalgic. Great singer. Great band.
blue eyed soul. back in the day before we saw Mcdpnald we thought he was black. his voice and vocal delivery arr so smoothe you can sip it through a strae
I had the same thing when I first heard what a fool believes. But then I found a video of them performing it and I was kinda surprised. But man what a voice. Of course Tiran being on the album cover also made me think that 😂 super talented group of guys.
We are in the presence of greatness. These guys are the absolute best, this is LIVE and it sounds identical to a studio recording. Absolutely amazing talent here, it doesn't get any better, these guys are legendary.
Seen them a couple of years ago in St. Louis, they sounded EXACTLY the same 🤯 Straight 🔥💯 I haven't enjoyed something like that in a very long time🤩🤩❤️
One thing we know For Sure there Will never be a another Michael McDonald's voice or the Doobie brothers Either this is True music it Still sounds Awesome to my Ears May All the bands and musicians of our Time continue to Rock on as long as they can MINUTE BY MINUTE GOD BLESSINGS. ❤❤
Don't forget about Earth, Wind & Fire. They were incredible song writers , musicians, harmonies and vocal. Especially vocals. Just had say that because they were ahead of their time. But Doobie Brothers, Chicago, Hall and Oates were awesome as well. Hall and Oates won the most awards of any duo in history. And they had fantastic vocals too. Man-eater, Private Eye, Sara Smile, Method of Modern Love. They were all great. I miss that era. Music just isn't the same anymore.
Lester Abrams wrote this song. The intro is what he remembered his grandma play....playing scales upward to warm up her fingers i.e. chord progessions. Lester is now a music director for a large San Diego church Wonderful man.
I was baffled by the count for decades! Couldn’t find the 1. I figured it out by listening to the pre bridge. The count starts at the last word “I’ll be holding ONE 2 3 4 ONE 2….(or ONE and a 2 and a…..) Most of y’all knew this. I couldn’t get it click for some reason.
@@LadyCypher54 Music allows us a tight grip, though. I write and record music to affect listeners' emotions, one way or the other. Hang in there and enjoy your favorite sounds.
Another smooth groove from the legendary Doobies. Their harmonies r INSANE!!!!! Michael McDonald's lead vocals r always irresistible!!!! Shoulda been a WAY bigger hit. Title track from their very best album.
New Year's Eve, 1978. The album had only recently been released and my cousin brought it to our family party ... I have loved it ever since! I have owned this album in every form...vinyl, 8-track, cassette, CD....
The album was nominated, they competed against themselves with Minute By Minute and What A Fool Believes at the Grammys that year. What A Fool Believes won Best Record and Best Song. Minute By Minute won for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group. Just incredible talent all coming together. It was and still is a joy to watch and listen to. Doobie Brothers with Michael McDonald are on tour this summer. Hoping to see them live.
1st concert I EVER saw. The Doobie Brothers in Tulsa, 1976. Snuck in the bong! Had the time of our lives! Copeland, we got oofed, didn't we? 😂 Michael McDonald would have been only 24 years old..... Just saw them in T-Town, again. Awesome. 🎉
Obviously MM is a once in a generation talent, but the talent level of that whole lineup is so high. Skunk Baxter was on a lot of records, but really any one of those guys could've been professional session players they're all that good.
This is 1 of the most handsome, talented, & soulful, white man that I’ve heard n my time on this earth, & that sexy deep voice of his is so amazing…a round of applause ladies & gentlemen 4 Mr. Michael McDonald.👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
I took my time and mastered the keyboard section of this song. This kind of music structure hands down separates the pros from the auto tune generation of music. I'm from the old school of which before you got on stage to perform you how to read music. This is a song that no remix can be done. It's a well written composition.
Great music. I saw Doobie Brothers this year in Adelaide, they rocked. they may be old but hey they rocked so much. They put a lot of these new artists to shame. Keep rocking DB.
Underrated...Mike had 5_6 yrs f absolute bliss in the music industry late 70s 80s.....w DB and solo....one yr he won almost every music award....you got some nerve saying their underrated as MJ sings chorus
Listen closely to the part @2:16 Pay attention to how Mcdonald goes into a polyrythmic groove with the rest of the band while playing that intro progression from the beginning of the song. Then they all go back in sequence with a 4 note break @2:25. It's fucking brilliant. These guys were and still are top-tier quality musicians. This is such a simple and steady groove that just moves all over the place and almost seems to "pulsate." They're so in pocket with each other it's unbelievable.
Hey, don't you worry, I've been lied to I've been here many times before Girl, don't you worry, I know where I stand I don't need this love, I don't need your hand I know I could turn, blink, and you'd be gone Then I must be prepared any time to carry on But minute by minute by minute by minute I keep holding on Oh, minute by minute by minute by minute I keep holding on You will stay just to watch me, darlin' Will away on lies from you Can't stop the habit of livin' on the run I take it all for granted like you're the only one Livin' on my own Somehow that sounds nice You think I'm you fool Well, you may just be right But minute by minute by minute by minute I keep holding on Oh, minute by minute by minute by minute I keep holding on Call my name and I'll be gone You'll reach out and I won't be there Just my luck you'll realize You should spend your life with someone You could spend your life with someone But minute by minute by minute by minute I keep holding on Oh, minute by minute by minute by minute I keep holding on
Just saw him & the Doobies last night, Brandon Mississippi Amphitheater 😎🥃 Just and brought tears to our eyes, just as awesome and talented as always🌅🌴I’ve seen them in NOLA 77’, when I lived in Glen Ellen, CA could hear them practice through my windows, when they’d hang out @ Cohn Winery in 80s-90s, saw Michael solo @ Konocti Resort, Clear Lake, CA in 88’😎🥃🥰👍🏼👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 AM DAMN GLAD THEY ARE STILL GOIN STRONG!!!❤️🌴🌅
Personal opinion, but when this guy took over the vocals the Doobies stopped being the Doobies and just became a backing band for a middle-of-the-road singer. The Doobies lost their rock edge and signature sound.
I was in high school when this gem came out. I have been a fan forever and never tire of listening to their music. It speaks to and soothes my soul. So beautiful.
Iconic Voice, no matter where you are, if he sings, you will know who it is, and pay attention
i agree!! nearly 60 yrs old and it is still minute by minute!!
I agree !
That is the truth!! ❤
Also credit to Michael Jackson joining on background vocals for the hook.
1979 I was driving a tractor trailer when this came on the radio. The DJ said "you're traveling south on A1A with The Doobie Brothers" and I was. The beat sounded like a big ol' machine and MMs voice was as smooth and laid back as the view of the Florida coast. Great song and great memory.
This is not the Doobie Brothers as far as I'm concerned. I don't know why Michael McDonald was taken into the band, but his music all but ruined the Rock&Roll Doobies that I loved. Thankfully the band went back to what they did best minus you know who. Rock on Doobie Brothers!!
@@jamesmcdaniel9540 correct
Haters gonna hate😢
Hammer down driver!
@@gilbertp.9851 You a driver?
The amount of talent on this stage is almost I overwhelming. What incredible musicians
And the chill guitarist in the chair really gets me.
@@s.r.9320Jeff "Skunk" Baxter did lots of work with Steeley Dan. I was a kid when he left the band and it was big news.
Wow. I'm a budding scholar of Steely Dan (at 55!) and I'm going to look him up! Thanks for your comment!@@kawirocket88
Also credit to Michael Jackson joining on background vocals for the hook.
At 78 in 2024, I'm still holding on "Minute By Minute." Thanks Michael for another great tune.
Me too brother!❤
At 75 still living the sound....
@@janedow1319 😃
Still with us?
@@mikereez6 Sho nuff.
Absolutely PERFECT vocal, no autotune, this is when people sang without phony electronics. If only they made music like this today, if only.
I had to listen to MM singing the first part again a perfect human voice, no bullshit no computers
Listen to some Aloe Blacc my man.
Used to be able to get a burger, fries and a drink, plus change back from a dollar. Also, hey you kids, get off of my lawn
@@stophittingyourselvesI agree with you , they do. It's just a shame though because it isn't promoted anymore through mainstream radio. Soo much music now , which is good and bad. You have to search for the gems. Not to say all radio music was great back in the day but if your favorite songs were played the memories of listening to them on the radio with your friends is timeless/priceless. Theres just something about a tune being played on the radio that elevates how it's perceived.....to most anyways. Agree with you though, so many great musicians and music will never be known famously.
The singing style reminds me of Greg Allman. Always loved the Dobbie Brothers.
Incredible. Steely, Eagles, and Doobies. Most amazing songwriters, musicians and harmonies.
Chicago
@@shesgg-maker8987 they dont compare to the 3 groups listed above. They’re still great though
You are very limited ....
Yeees. Classic. Blue eye Soul. Michael McDonald Sang Baby sang.🎤 🎙 🎹 🥁 🎸 🎵 🙏🏾🤏🏽❣🖤💚
Yes!!! All of them... real musicians that gave us classics thank God!!!
No one is better at singing about love and loss than McDonald. Incredibly recognizable, one in million voice and being an older person, almost painfully nostalgic. Great singer. Great band.
blue eyed soul.
back in the day before we saw Mcdpnald we thought he was black.
his voice and vocal delivery arr so smoothe you can sip it through a strae
"his voice and vocal delivery arr so smoothe you can sip it through a strae"
Long before Jon B !
I had the same thing when I first heard what a fool believes. But then I found a video of them performing it and I was kinda surprised. But man what a voice. Of course Tiran being on the album cover also made me think that 😂 super talented group of guys.
I always thought Bobby Caldwell was black
The same with Hall and Oates
I got overwhelmed and felt a tear fall down my face in amazement of Doobie Brothers live talent and Michael McDonald vocals.
“Call my name and I’ll be gone.” “You’ll reach out and I won’t be there.” Very powerful lyrics.
When he comes in with that it gives me chills every time! SO powerful!!
Does anyone else think this song is amazing?🖐🏼
🎉🎉🎉amazing 👏
my top ten all day
,❤7h
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@@philippianstamps2874 👋🏽
Absolutely
This is when music 🎶 was good for your soul
We are in the presence of greatness. These guys are the absolute best, this is LIVE and it sounds identical to a studio recording. Absolutely amazing talent here, it doesn't get any better, these guys are legendary.
Seen them a couple of years ago in St. Louis, they sounded EXACTLY the same 🤯 Straight 🔥💯 I haven't enjoyed something like that in a very long time🤩🤩❤️
@@Farrah_76/ I bought tickets to see them this agost 7 / 🎵🐱
Michael McDonalds unique voice.. the talent this band has!
Was really worth the time to enjoy.
Just love that electric piano intro.
Amen 🙏🏽
One of the greatest bands of all times
One thing we know For Sure there Will never be a another Michael McDonald's voice or the Doobie brothers Either this is True music it Still sounds Awesome to my Ears May All the bands and musicians of our Time continue to Rock on as long as they can MINUTE BY MINUTE GOD BLESSINGS. ❤❤
God, I love this man and his voice. This was one of his best, played it over and over many times.
True!!!
I agree!!
Me too Cheryl, love this man so much.
Notice this ISN'T the studio recording--they're playing it live to make an official video. Not too many bands good enough to do that.
Right!!?
@@bobbydanzie8850 0
Most were forced to do playback
Facts!
especially n 1978
Michael McDonald is amazing singer this track is really amazing.
amazing
I just know nothing about there back grounds but i know he sings good tunes
What about his keyboard skills ? Equally amazing .
The dude is a triple threat 😁
I love his voice that's some blue eyed soul right there. Can't help but move when you here this👏👏👏👏👏❤
GO HEAD MICHAEL MCDONALD!!!👏👏👏👏👏🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🎵🎵🎵🎵
Don't forget about Earth, Wind & Fire. They were incredible song writers , musicians, harmonies and vocal. Especially vocals. Just had say that because they were ahead of their time. But Doobie Brothers, Chicago, Hall and Oates were awesome as well. Hall and Oates won the most awards of any duo in history. And they had fantastic vocals too. Man-eater, Private Eye, Sara Smile, Method of Modern Love. They were all great. I miss that era. Music just isn't the same anymore.
ME TOO. Gawd, I miss the 70's...
EWF horn section was ridiculously good!!!! Understated
Michael’s voice has its own spot on the stage of velvety honey soaked voices. Special.
❤
I've just seen the Doobies live in New York and this still sounds amazing today. I love these guys very much, been a big fan for 53yrs.
That intro gets me every time !!!
Gospel chord progression in the intro. Real talk.
Lester Abrams wrote this song. The intro is what he remembered his grandma play....playing scales upward to warm up her fingers i.e. chord progessions. Lester is now a music director for a large San Diego church Wonderful man.
Me too
I was baffled by the count for decades!
Couldn’t find the 1.
I figured it out by listening to the pre bridge.
The count starts at the last word “I’ll be holding ONE 2 3 4 ONE 2….(or ONE and a 2 and a…..)
Most of y’all knew this. I couldn’t get it click for some reason.
Michael dominated the airwaves back in the days
That piano riff at the beginning is everything life has to offer 🔥
The black church stole that! Lmbo😅
This one and What a fool believes are so damn good.
Same!!!
Takin' It to the Streets..
Real love was nice too!👌🏾💕
It seems like we are all holding on, minute by minute, day by day.
Ain't that the truth!
@@LadyCypher54 Music allows us a tight grip, though. I write and record music to affect listeners' emotions, one way or the other. Hang in there and enjoy your favorite sounds.
Amen 🙏🙏🙏
This band is legendary, there will never be another band as good been following this since 1970's just brilliant
Except Steely Dan…
If the Doobie Brothers and Michael McDonald started out in 2024...
they'd be famous all over again.
Seem them a couple years ago and they sound exactly like this 💯 No LIE!
@@Farrah_76Good to know!!!
I dont think so ... the worlds changed, music has changed ...
michael mcdonald: one of my all time favorite male vocalist/musician :) Love the quality of his voice.
That groove is simply ridiculous. I love this song.
Fuckin perfect
One of the best tunes from The Doobie Brothers :-) ROCK ON!!!!!!!!
Agreed!!!!
Oh they had A LOT of great tunes. Check out their stuff from the early years.
I miss 1979.
and..Indeed
I miss the 70's........
Me too.....
If only we could all go back to 1979 and meet up there.
The doobie brothers are life
YES. They. Are!!!!
Another smooth groove from the legendary Doobies. Their harmonies r INSANE!!!!! Michael McDonald's lead vocals r always irresistible!!!! Shoulda been a WAY bigger hit. Title track from their very best album.
Its 2021 and Micheal McDonald and the Doobies are STILL THE MOST LEGIT SHIT OUT HERE.
I love the way Jeff Skunk is relaxing on the swivel chair. FANTASTIC
New Year's Eve, 1978. The album had only recently been released and my cousin brought it to our family party ... I have loved it ever since!
I have owned this album in every form...vinyl, 8-track, cassette, CD....
Michael McDonald’s voice gives me goosebumps. And that intro! Genius!
The album was nominated, they competed against themselves with Minute By Minute and What A Fool Believes at the Grammys that year. What A Fool Believes won Best Record and Best Song. Minute By Minute won for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group. Just incredible talent all coming together. It was and still is a joy to watch and listen to. Doobie Brothers with Michael McDonald are on tour this summer. Hoping to see them live.
Mike's voice is amazing, he's been underrated, he songs on some of the most famous songs in history of rock and pop
Kenny Loggins said in an interview he tells MM to open his eyes while playing! I love them.both
Michael digging deep, those closed eyes coming from the soul 💯❤️
1st concert I EVER saw.
The Doobie Brothers in Tulsa, 1976.
Snuck in the bong!
Had the time of our lives!
Copeland, we got oofed, didn't we?
😂
Michael McDonald would have been only 24 years old.....
Just saw them in T-Town, again.
Awesome. 🎉
That opening gospel-revival keyboard intro is one of my favorite intros of any song.
God almighty!!! Amazing. Do it Michael!!!
Just love the soulful pipes of Michael McDonald...Smooth
Steve Tavao Michael brought the jazzy funk groove to the Doobies during his time with the band.
Manny Canaday thanks Manny😊😊🖒🖒
The Santa Barbara Uni concert from 1982 is fabulous.
Absolute voice of magic
Still love this 1978-1979 hit by The Doobie Brothers with Michael McDonald on lead vocals!
i think it's from 1979-80. mm has a distinctive voice.
@@karlhelm875 1978. Look it up.
Obviously MM is a once in a generation talent, but the talent level of that whole lineup is so high. Skunk Baxter was on a lot of records, but really any one of those guys could've been professional session players they're all that good.
My 11 yr old son and I love the Doobie brothers and so excited they finally got in the Hall of Fame. About time
The syncopation in this song has always gotten me! Every part of my body moves to a different beat - in unison, so dang cool! 🥰🥰
That's the best possible type of song. The one that forces you to dance from head to toe
Agreed!! Lightning in a bottle!
This is 1 of the most handsome, talented, & soulful, white man that I’ve heard n my time on this earth, & that sexy deep voice of his is so amazing…a round of applause ladies & gentlemen 4 Mr. Michael McDonald.👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
Adore Michael's voice 💕💕💕💕
This what you get when you have real pros in the band.
Love this so much ❤ im inlove with his deep voice he makes the song sounds so good
Thanks to Twinkie Clark, I can’t unhear Expect Your Miracle when listening to this 🫣
Can't wait to see them this weekend with my son! ❤
I took my time and mastered the keyboard section of this song. This kind of music structure hands down separates the pros from the auto tune generation of music. I'm from the old school of which before you got on stage to perform you how to read music. This is a song that no remix can be done. It's a well written composition.
Took my Sister an Brother in law to see them last year at the Youngstown Amphitheater what a wonderful evening of Rock and Roll!!
Looks like Becker on guitar. These music greats all recorded here and there with each other.
so good
Absolute brilliance and pure talent.
Michael McDonald has so much soul
I have all Doobie brothers greatest hits
This song was sitting at the #14 position on the Billboard Hot 100 charts 40 years ago this week, 6/23/1979.
Michael McDonald, when he is performing with the band, brings a more mellow, soulful sound to the music. And you can hear it in this song.
Great music. I saw Doobie Brothers this year in Adelaide, they rocked. they may be old but hey they rocked so much. They put a lot of these new artists to shame. Keep rocking DB.
My son, 19 , says, " These Old Timers hit the stage with spot on notes like were highlighting the previous night, as well!"
Beautiful blue eyed soul, fantastic sound👍🏻
SO underated
theirs that stupid word again in 1979 -80 this was maasive
Underrated...Mike had 5_6 yrs f absolute bliss in the music industry late 70s 80s.....w DB and solo....one yr he won almost every music award....you got some nerve saying their underrated as MJ sings chorus
Listen closely to the part @2:16
Pay attention to how Mcdonald goes into a polyrythmic groove with the rest of the band while playing that intro progression from the beginning of the song. Then they all go back in sequence with a 4 note break @2:25. It's fucking brilliant. These guys were and still are top-tier quality musicians. This is such a simple and steady groove that just moves all over the place and almost seems to "pulsate." They're so in pocket with each other it's unbelievable.
the doobies really transitioned smoothly from rock in their early years to funk pop and I love both sides.
Smooth as silk
One of my all time favorites. Saw Michael McDonald last year such a great voice
Absolutely love this live version. Can’t take my eyes off just the main man though!❤
@Officialmichaelmcdonald0009 Thank you ❤️
@Officialmichaelmcdonald0009 I was in hospital both times you came to Oxford in the UK!😞 ❤️❤️
Such talent. Michael McDonald one of my favorite all-time artists
Hey, don't you worry, I've been lied to
I've been here many times before
Girl, don't you worry, I know where I stand
I don't need this love, I don't need your hand
I know I could turn, blink, and you'd be gone
Then I must be prepared any time to carry on
But minute by minute by minute by minute
I keep holding on
Oh, minute by minute by minute by minute
I keep holding on
You will stay just to watch me, darlin'
Will away on lies from you
Can't stop the habit of livin' on the run
I take it all for granted like you're the only one
Livin' on my own
Somehow that sounds nice
You think I'm you fool
Well, you may just be right
But minute by minute by minute by minute
I keep holding on
Oh, minute by minute by minute by minute
I keep holding on
Call my name and I'll be gone
You'll reach out and I won't be there
Just my luck you'll realize
You should spend your life with someone
You could spend your life with someone
But minute by minute by minute by minute
I keep holding on
Oh, minute by minute by minute by minute
I keep holding on
Genius song
Great tribute, and well deserved. Skunk Baxter loved this bass player, and that’s as high a compliment as you can get!
Gospel chord progression in the intro. Keep up!
SKUNK PLAYED WITH EVERY BODY IN THE 70S !
Voice of sweet honey....and the Band of Doobies...Timeless, Lord Bring Back Real Music in Jesus Name....
Love it. Every childhood memory summed up.
My favorite song of this group
And big-time kudos to San Diego composer Lester Abrams for putting this song together!
Just saw him & the Doobies last night, Brandon Mississippi Amphitheater 😎🥃 Just and brought tears to our eyes, just as awesome and talented as always🌅🌴I’ve seen them in NOLA 77’, when I lived in Glen Ellen, CA could hear them practice through my windows, when they’d hang out @ Cohn Winery in 80s-90s, saw Michael solo @ Konocti Resort, Clear Lake, CA in 88’😎🥃🥰👍🏼👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 AM DAMN GLAD THEY ARE STILL GOIN STRONG!!!❤️🌴🌅
I traveled America while this song was a hit.
It's a song about my memorable love❤️
treasure of memory✨🌟✨
With great love ✨🤍✨
♾🌈🌏🙏🏻❤️🌌♾💫💫💫
Who is here in 2024 listening to this awesome music?
Me I'm here
Me 72yrs old and still rocking with the boys, and in New York at MSG.!!! FABULOUS as always.❤😊😊❤
Me! Still rockin from Idaho! ♥️
Just saw them perform live yesterday! Had a great time.
ME
Woo, that bridge.
Phenomenal Doobies. Michael's voice..❤❤
Personal opinion, but when this guy took over the vocals the Doobies stopped being the Doobies and just became a backing band for a middle-of-the-road singer. The Doobies lost their rock edge and signature sound.
Another great song by The Doobie Brothers !!! 🙂
Hi
SING THAT!!!❤
When music was music. Cheers
Great Band!!
I was 12 when this album came out. Love this song! God bless the Doobies...
I was in high school when this gem came out. I have been a fan forever and never tire of listening to their music. It speaks to and soothes my soul. So beautiful.
I love this song and they and Michael Mcdonald rock. And the keyboard sounds cool.
Masterpiece
THIS IS MY FAVORITE DOOBIE BROTHERS SONG. ME TOO. I NEED FRIENDS. WHO WOULD I TRUST?? WHO?? NO FOUNDATION. WHO DO YOU TRUST???