El DeBarge Talks "Rhythm of the Night," Maintaining His Voice and Upcoming Show in Anaheim

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  • Опубліковано 30 сер 2017
  • Iconic R&B singer El DeBarge talks about his 1983 hit song "Rhythm of the Night" and tells us how he maintains his voice after all these years.
    He also talks about his upcoming show at Pearson Park Amphitheater in Anaheim on September 9th. For tickets to see him perform live, visit HomeTicketBox.com.
    This segment aired on the KTLA 5 Morning News on Wednesday, August 30, 2017.
    This post was corrected after only a small portion of the interview was shared.

КОМЕНТАРІ • 549

  • @loyauhl
    @loyauhl 6 років тому +510

    this man is 56 years old...... 56!!! he looks amazing

    • @tinatiller3371
      @tinatiller3371 5 років тому +6

      Its called hair color. He needs to stop chewing that gum. He really made a mess of his life and career with those drugs. Sad!

    • @stephanies8122
      @stephanies8122 5 років тому +25

      😵 He looks younger than anyone

    • @Michelle-pn9xt
      @Michelle-pn9xt 5 років тому +6

      He was not 56 years old here.

    • @gwendolynhall2573
      @gwendolynhall2573 5 років тому +5

      Yesmy baby look good for his age

    • @gwendolynhall2573
      @gwendolynhall2573 5 років тому +28

      I dont care if he was on drugs i love my baby eldebarge i don't look at his pass i look at his music what in his heart people need too leaving el debarge along and his family i love my baby el debarge

  • @wtf8020
    @wtf8020 6 років тому +278

    you just cant help but wish the very best for him...

    • @michmex220
      @michmex220 3 роки тому +7

      This is so true!! Yes ! And I wish him the same with all my heart ❤️

    • @lovingatlanta
      @lovingatlanta 2 роки тому +4

      👍⭐️🤩🙏💝Agreed. I don’t know exactly what happened to cause him for fall off the charts but I wish him the absolute best. Anybody with 12 kids have to be a loving person. He just seems to be a genuine loving kindhearted person. I hope all of his kids feel loved by him. 🙏🙏🙏💝💝💝

  • @gial.1854
    @gial.1854 6 років тому +223

    His voice is still phenomenal, & he still looks great and very humble.

  • @jazzymoni7750
    @jazzymoni7750 5 років тому +112

    I love when you can tell that the interviewer has so much respect for the artist. You can tell he was genuinely excited and studied up. He also did his best to make El, who is clearly very introverted, feel comfortable. This was good vibes. I wish him success and the ability to regain all that has been lost. I can still see his pain, but anything is possible with faith.

    • @bbrown333
      @bbrown333 3 роки тому +4

      I felt that too.

    • @elijahhill6602
      @elijahhill6602 Рік тому

      The bigger and closer the fan you are, the more respect you promise to give that guest and study for it.

  • @donnabanks7656
    @donnabanks7656 5 років тому +147

    I am hoping nothing but health and success for El and his family. They have been through so much. Remember there is always hope.

    • @fcrawford8615
      @fcrawford8615 5 років тому +1

      Yes!

    • @kandikane923
      @kandikane923 4 роки тому +7

      yes their white father put them through hell! Read Tommy Debarges book There’ll Never Be, A story of forgiveness..so compelling and heart wrenching.

    • @jeneenbuchanan8891
      @jeneenbuchanan8891 3 роки тому +1

      Absolutely, Amen 🙏👍

  • @citygirlingraham
    @citygirlingraham 3 роки тому +35

    El De barge is a icon and he deserves every blessing and I hope he gets gigs all the time. I’m glad he still gets gets the love and respect he deserves.

  • @risaandjesus
    @risaandjesus 6 років тому +84

    I'm glad his voice is so maintained!!!!!! His voice is golden! His looks as well..... love his wisdom and humbleness!!!!!!!

    • @juliedavis7445
      @juliedavis7445 4 роки тому +5

      Yes he looks and sounds amazing considering all he's been through. I hope he stays with us for a long time

    • @theycallmeflaco
      @theycallmeflaco 11 місяців тому

      Genetics wow

  • @KennettaXMoon
    @KennettaXMoon 5 років тому +49

    I love you unconditionally since i was 12. I am 48 going on 49 now. And i will never lose love for you, EL! I pray you peace, love and respect!💕

  • @AuntyKinu
    @AuntyKinu 5 років тому +201

    Someone said he looks like Clark Gable and he sure does.

    • @rogers5622
      @rogers5622 5 років тому +15

      AuntyKinu yes..the called him The Black Clark on the cover of Ebony😊

    • @Tiberius291
      @Tiberius291 5 років тому +4

      Frankly my dear, I don't give a damn.

    • @AuntyKinu
      @AuntyKinu 5 років тому +8

      @@Tiberius291 As God is my witness, I'll never go back and forth with trolls again. The End...... cue theme song.

    • @sherenay3109
      @sherenay3109 5 років тому +3

      Yes, I thought I was the only one who thought that.

    • @chaideelove1819
      @chaideelove1819 5 років тому +2

      He does...

  • @itsjusme6447
    @itsjusme6447 5 років тому +96

    I sense a little shyness... With his fine self ❤️ I love you El!!!!!!! My favorite song is "Second Chance..." ❤️❤️❤️

    • @rogers5622
      @rogers5622 5 років тому +2

      Let'sgo Crazy agree about the shyness..from what his family says I think he is off stage.😊

    • @artiswilkins306
      @artiswilkins306 5 років тому +1

      Let'sgo Crazy I love El-but he’s not shy. How is someone shy when he has 10 to 12 kids. One vid said that he had 14 kids. In a different vid, Bunny said that El had his 1st baby @ 14. That is not a shy person. Shy-🤣🤣🤣Not

    • @jaygon9272
      @jaygon9272 5 років тому +2

      Artis Wilkins prob anxiety induced by long term drug abuse.

    • @aGwEENapple
      @aGwEENapple 4 роки тому +2

      @@artiswilkins306 He's probably just more comfortable around certain people.

  • @lhawkins40
    @lhawkins40 5 років тому +48

    I am still crushing on El. Still looking handsome as ever😍

  • @diannamarie837
    @diannamarie837 6 років тому +128

    Wow, this man still looks gorgeous, he's in amazing shape for his 50's! I'm thrilled his vocals are still so clear and beautiful...always loved "Rhythym of the Night"

  • @LynRuiz
    @LynRuiz 5 років тому +85

    Oh my goodness he’s still handsome!! His hairline is still luscious and full.

  • @Zach-sx8cm
    @Zach-sx8cm 5 років тому +20

    DeBarge had some REALLY, REALLY good music. its rare to have so much talent AND such amazing music at the same time. and they were consistent too. there is something special about them and it shows with how much we love to see El

  • @bsquared4604
    @bsquared4604 5 років тому +24

    I love their enthusiasm for him

  • @FacheChanteDeux
    @FacheChanteDeux 5 років тому +33

    Bless him. I never knew he had been through so much until recently. I hope he lives a good life going forward.

  • @migatron1
    @migatron1 6 років тому +111

    I want to look this good at his age

    • @Felix-M.
      @Felix-M. 3 роки тому

      Stay thin ... Good eating and cardio .

  • @danny71966
    @danny71966 5 років тому +19

    That 80's hit, Rhythm of the Night, was so beautiful that I still playing it every day...

  • @Spiritualchick82
    @Spiritualchick82 6 років тому +57

    Wow, he looks Awesome! So youthful and as always, Very Handsome.

  • @zaharaazure73
    @zaharaazure73 6 років тому +150

    El has beautiful hair😍💓

  • @QKJM19
    @QKJM19 6 років тому +111

    He still fine💖😘😍

  • @Biblicalgiants
    @Biblicalgiants 5 років тому +17

    God bless El DeBarge! It's great to know he's still around and doing well!

  • @Hibiol-of-my-decay
    @Hibiol-of-my-decay 6 років тому +208

    Ok. I'll start drinking more water

  • @tricia1114
    @tricia1114 6 років тому +51

    Very handsome El Debarge!😍

  • @georgiaj5301
    @georgiaj5301 3 роки тому +10

    What a talented, humble man. I pray the best in life for him.

  • @jackgadiano9405
    @jackgadiano9405 5 років тому +32

    Man he is smooth even when speaking!

  • @vanxl9
    @vanxl9 5 років тому +20

    A legend definitely. He definitely is like a twin of his legendary older brother the late Bobby Debarge

  • @aaline02
    @aaline02 5 років тому +18

    El Dabarge is still the man! I love him.

  • @pythomas29
    @pythomas29 4 роки тому +16

    He looks and still sounds amazing!!! His spirit is still strong! I feel so terrible for the pain that this family has endured, but he is a WALKING TESTIMONY!!!
    I’m of darker skin tone, but I drink ALOT of water!! Just like El said, so much you can’t sleep at night! I even drink water out of a wine glass at night! Lol! I always have a gallon by my bed at night and 5 8! The garage! I LOVE water!
    It’s incredible how many singers and entertainers are shy, but when that music plays, a alter ego comes out and we are blessed to hear their gifts!! He has a soft voice like Michael Jackson!

  • @TheRuby13red
    @TheRuby13red 6 років тому +49

    He wore that red suit.

  • @jerbojones
    @jerbojones 5 років тому +30

    See yhis was a good interview! They didn't bring up his drug problems like when he was on The View. They just talked about him and his music. Great job guys on not having him on there and recognizing his talent instead of his past drug problems.

    • @Diving4pearls81
      @Diving4pearls81 3 роки тому +3

      Facts! 🙌🏾

    • @winniejohnson5559
      @winniejohnson5559 3 роки тому +3

      👏👏👏👏

    • @roxannemiller6961
      @roxannemiller6961 Рік тому

      Amen, just recognize his amazing singing talent.

    • @cherylfernando518
      @cherylfernando518 Рік тому

      He is the 1st to admit to his drug addiction. and prison time . A lot of folks can learn from him, he is much graced!!

  • @christopherwoods891
    @christopherwoods891 3 роки тому +10

    All of Debarge got that IT factor. Black, Indian, French mix. One of my favorite artist of all time.

  • @AshTheDuke
    @AshTheDuke 6 років тому +38

    His voice is smooth

  • @shellyg7598
    @shellyg7598 3 роки тому +8

    I will stand in line for an El DeBarge concert anytime anywhere.

  • @MsMatten9322
    @MsMatten9322 6 років тому +128

    He is so cute to me, skinny and all, I just like this man.

    • @Ianisatool
      @Ianisatool 6 років тому +14

      priscilla chambliss he is very cute

    • @trendygirl3489
      @trendygirl3489 5 років тому +13

      I agree! I’ve had a crush on El since 1983.

    • @chaideelove1819
      @chaideelove1819 5 років тому +4

      He is a good looking skip...Lol...

  • @opethdan2408
    @opethdan2408 3 роки тому +9

    He still looks great! Love him

  • @ohheybih
    @ohheybih 6 років тому +74

    He looks healthy. 🙏🏾

  • @mel-a-nin
    @mel-a-nin 6 років тому +153

    Very handsome guy. Always been slim. Nothing wrong with him here. You guys are reaching with these comments.

  • @michellm371
    @michellm371 3 роки тому +7

    I hope to see more of him. He’s still got it and then some, especially for his age. He looks good. He’s killing me with that hair and just his speaking voice. Good luck to him in the future.

  • @LaCheleWallace
    @LaCheleWallace 6 років тому +52

    Go 'head, Uncle El. You look good and you can still sang. God bless. Be well.

  • @AfroJuku
    @AfroJuku 6 років тому +43

    Loving the hair, El!! I'm rooting for you!!💜

  • @MrMaxismybaby
    @MrMaxismybaby 6 років тому +94

    His speaking voice is similar to his brother, Bobby, but deeper.

    • @prerog9585
      @prerog9585 6 років тому +7

      His voice is better than Bobby's.

    • @kmauryo
      @kmauryo 6 років тому +2

      Horrible hairstyle for a straight man

    • @josevasquez4080
      @josevasquez4080 6 років тому +10

      he outlived bobby plus as you get older your voice thickens and deepens.

    • @kitkatt430
      @kitkatt430 5 років тому +3

      @@prerog9585 not to me because they sound so similar

    • @shortlilma125
      @shortlilma125 5 років тому +5

      K. Ma. Did you forget that his mom is black and his dad was a white. His hair may just be naturally like that. Either way, it works for him.

  • @rhdtv2002
    @rhdtv2002 5 років тому +65

    These guys had that Puerto Rican look

    • @wileyjohnson5681
      @wileyjohnson5681 3 роки тому +8

      White French dad and black mother

    • @wileyjohnson5681
      @wileyjohnson5681 3 роки тому +3

      I guess Paris feels that connection with El Debarge since his dad is of French descent.

    • @jeneenbuchanan8891
      @jeneenbuchanan8891 3 роки тому +3

      When I first 👀 him & his siblings back in the early 80s, thought they were half Latinos/Indians/African/& Caucasian. I was half right & wrong but then again it's good to check your ancestry. 👍

    • @devyhnwiggins5589
      @devyhnwiggins5589 3 роки тому

      I thought they were Puerto rican to

    • @JasShanelle
      @JasShanelle 3 роки тому +1

      They were the original “pretty ricky/ Rico Suave” all of them Debarge brothers were fine

  • @thequeenofhope4006
    @thequeenofhope4006 4 роки тому +7

    He’s come so far your fans truly love you El!

  • @elysehenderson7170
    @elysehenderson7170 6 років тому +26

    Glad Eldra is healthy and looking great. Supporting HTown. Come on over here! God bless.

  • @ibukayov
    @ibukayov 3 роки тому +6

    Why is El so cute! Oh my goodness 😫😍😍❤️

  • @btywithin
    @btywithin 5 років тому +82

    That damn hair!!! 🤤😍

  • @kingmont5839
    @kingmont5839 2 роки тому +5

    Wow el seems like a real nice dude..GOD BLESS HIM🙏🏽

  • @NinjaDash360
    @NinjaDash360 5 років тому +10

    I'm glad he's doing better, he looks great!

  • @michellerichards9948
    @michellerichards9948 6 років тому +20

    You Have A Beautiful spirit Your Eyes are Very Caring❤

  • @OGomez-vw6xj
    @OGomez-vw6xj 6 років тому +51

    Everything he did with dj quik was 🔥

    • @homecookteresagreen
      @homecookteresagreen 5 років тому +2

      What did he do with DJ Quik

    • @romonarucker3405
      @romonarucker3405 4 роки тому +1

      Yeah he did a song with dj quik it was about all about the (v) it was 🔥 the part El did i kept going back too here what he was singing. All i can say yesssssss babyyy look it up .he one sexy man.

    • @Diving4pearls81
      @Diving4pearls81 3 роки тому +1

      @@homecookteresagreen You betta youtube it. You missing out lol

    • @TrumanStalls18
      @TrumanStalls18 3 роки тому +1

      Yup!

  • @annettejenkins383
    @annettejenkins383 6 років тому +22

    I still love this guy.

  • @glampreda3803
    @glampreda3803 2 роки тому +4

    I wish El Debarge and his family the very best. He and his family have been through Soooo much tragedy. I wish he and his family nuttin' but love and success.

  • @valenciawallace1726
    @valenciawallace1726 6 років тому +56

    Folks talkin on these postings that they have a problem with El looking not well. Huh... he's GORGEOUS! We're used to him dressed for the stage, instead of a shirt showing support for the Hurricane efforts. I love the longer hair too! Let's keep positive vibes going his way... he doesn't need the negative ones! 50's LOOK GOOD ON YA EL!!!!

    • @sherrisolomon8673
      @sherrisolomon8673 6 років тому +2

      Niesha McCoy He just need him one of them hefty Down South or Caribbean woma n to fatten him up wit some EXTRA food. lol!

    • @nieshamccoy9419
      @nieshamccoy9419 6 років тому +1

      Sherri Solomon 😅😅😅 Lol..

    • @nieshamccoy9419
      @nieshamccoy9419 6 років тому +3

      Valencia Wallace El is naturally skinny but it's all good.

    • @AndromedonThanks
      @AndromedonThanks 6 років тому +1

      Some of us are just worried. We know how that addiction demon is.

    • @thanddi
      @thanddi 5 років тому +1

      @@AndromedonThanksRight. I was shocked to see him looking like this. :-(

  • @chaisroom6631
    @chaisroom6631 5 років тому +14

    You can tell he is so shy...

  • @jocelyndriver7228
    @jocelyndriver7228 6 років тому +30

    You are so damn fine! Still looking good sweetie! DeBarge the best of 1980's!😘❤️

  • @PhuckHue2
    @PhuckHue2 5 років тому +6

    Incredible talent. glad he's still here

  • @kishajenkins8542
    @kishajenkins8542 6 років тому +36

    Looking good El 😊

  • @MajorWednesday
    @MajorWednesday 5 років тому +5

    Great interview. Love that it focused on the positive. El looks great, and thank god for that.

  • @brendarobinson1656
    @brendarobinson1656 7 років тому +31

    Love him!

  • @because0011
    @because0011 5 років тому +8

    El is still so adorable may god bless him

  • @richalex6785
    @richalex6785 3 роки тому +4

    He looks great. You can see that he is sober in this interview. I’m so happy for him.

  • @juliejewels9208
    @juliejewels9208 3 роки тому +5

    I love his voice. Always have always will.

  • @kupanapay837
    @kupanapay837 4 роки тому +4

    One of timeless singers i was born in 1988 but i love his songs

  • @thnxrj2
    @thnxrj2 6 років тому +15

    We LOVE El!!!

  • @Annabee399
    @Annabee399 5 років тому +5

    Sounding, looking good and healthy. God bless you El!

  • @omeccaasep8045
    @omeccaasep8045 5 років тому +6

    Love you El Debarge, you are such a beautiful soul!!!❤❤❤

  • @TruthSayer2007
    @TruthSayer2007 5 років тому +4

    He looks the same, amazing guy as he did 20 years ago AND he’s still humble. Love my generation 🥰

  • @XxBabyGurlLovexX
    @XxBabyGurlLovexX 5 років тому +5

    The man is still beautiful and very healthy! Love his speaking voice 😍❤❤

  • @birchmahogany2718
    @birchmahogany2718 5 років тому +6

    God bless the DeBarge family and keep them safe and strong.

  • @thewill7266
    @thewill7266 3 роки тому +4

    EL is always surrounded by his Ancestors. We love him !!!!!

  • @lmckinney4303
    @lmckinney4303 5 років тому +8

    Much Respect to El✊❤

  • @smackinbaits6693
    @smackinbaits6693 6 років тому +31

    The 'stache is immortal...

    • @dapatman9827
      @dapatman9827 6 років тому +1

      DILLI GAF He could be Dr. Strange

  • @wendileona
    @wendileona 6 років тому +32

    The constant water consumption must also help his looks, cleanses impurities, keeps the skin hydrated, kidneys running top notch which regulates blood pressure, etc. if you're ever in the hospital and they pump you with intravenous-rehydration liquid, especially after a few days, trust me your skin will baby soft any blemishes, erased! Anyway, El should of added staying away from smoking, smoking anything that is, AND watch your diet because of acid reflux, which can damage and scar the vocal chords. Also, I think maintaining the voice is constant singing, keeping those vocal chords and other neck and throat muscles in top form to keep hitting those high notes etc. is important as well. I agree, seeing that video also takes me back to a wonderful time in Hollywood, Sunset Blvd before all the over development, it really was like that! Great interview, class act El Debarge!
    .::Gary

  • @kennettabradford6566
    @kennettabradford6566 2 роки тому +4

    El is a fine as hell 😍

  • @pinkcashmere573
    @pinkcashmere573 5 років тому +7

    He stays gorgeous

  • @katriceshaw-charles249
    @katriceshaw-charles249 5 років тому +11

    He ain’t that shy ☺️ the guy has 12 kids 🤣 Love me some DeBarge, especially Chico 😘

  • @mysticakhenaton1701
    @mysticakhenaton1701 9 місяців тому +1

    THANK YOU/KTLA 5 for having my boy EL DEBARGE on. a music legend.

  • @lucyvazquez3026
    @lucyvazquez3026 2 роки тому +3

    He's so talented and SO Handsome ♡

  • @Sean-me4fv
    @Sean-me4fv 6 років тому +12

    Such a nice guy

  • @troyarrington5485
    @troyarrington5485 4 роки тому +4

    A legend!!

  • @menaj2954
    @menaj2954 6 років тому +5

    This beautiful man is a classic even with all his troubles his looks and voice has maintained. God bless the debate family. Someone do a movie this will be a great story on this family.

  • @strauqq1
    @strauqq1 6 років тому +11

    Good questions and interview.

  • @sunflowerpwr.8821
    @sunflowerpwr.8821 5 років тому +3

    beautiful person and is still touring that is a blessing given all their challenges...respect

  • @lisagiles
    @lisagiles 5 років тому +7

    That's one good looking man....

  • @ShawnieASMR
    @ShawnieASMR 6 років тому +17

    Let me tell ya'll something! If I were there at that concert seeing El in that shiny red outfit, I would have been watching from the floor and folk would be picking me up off the floor or walking over me. I can only watch him on tv or the computer. I would not be able to take a concert. LOL!! No way.

  • @traceyg.1690
    @traceyg.1690 4 роки тому +3

    EL is truly one of God's beautiful Blessings🙏🙏. I love him so much💖💞💋 God Bless you Always EL🙏💖💞💋

  • @clbzone
    @clbzone 2 роки тому +2

    Gorgeous. He's my favorite DeBarge. 🎵💃🕺❤💯🎵

  • @naturalkinkycurlymarie7496
    @naturalkinkycurlymarie7496 5 років тому +4

    This was only 1-1/2yrs ago, he looks good!
    Yes, drinking lots and lots and lots of water is very beneficial to the body.

  • @aurorabirchfall4554
    @aurorabirchfall4554 6 років тому +8

    Looking great!!!

  • @riansfn5380
    @riansfn5380 3 роки тому +3

    He a badass

  • @katrinaevans9133
    @katrinaevans9133 3 роки тому +3

    I love me some El Debarge he is still so fine!!!!

  • @elizabethgalligan1805
    @elizabethgalligan1805 3 роки тому +2

    Wow. Great interview . Good to see him looking so well😊😍👏

  • @andrewsmith1784
    @andrewsmith1784 5 років тому +4

    True legend, an icon!

  • @fcrawford8615
    @fcrawford8615 5 років тому +3

    Wow! I love love love El! I grew up listening to his beautiful voice and beautiful music/lyrics. I'm so happy to see he is well. I purchased Second Chance a while ago and it is amazing! El's incredible vocal skills still give me goosebumps inciting my imagination that he is singing to me and me only! 😂 Which one of us ladies did not do this? LOVE You El Forever! 🌹🌹🌹🌹

  • @Rue100
    @Rue100 5 років тому +5

    LOVE YOU EL..SO HANDSOME AND CLASSY

  • @sweetlady3651
    @sweetlady3651 6 років тому +12

    I love so what a smile

  • @exploregreer1048
    @exploregreer1048 5 років тому +2

    Looking great El. Refreshed.♥️♥️♥️

  • @antoineturner1606
    @antoineturner1606 5 років тому +13

    Im DEFINITELY gonna start drinking more water...

  • @melodyhall6886
    @melodyhall6886 2 роки тому +1

    I find myself listening to him more. 2022.