The Robert Cray Band opened up for Huey Lewis and the News when I saw them for my first concert in St.Louis, March 23, 1987. This song didn't come out until 1991.
He's an absolute legend. I love that song. Vocals, guitar, fills... brilliant. I love how he imposes his will on the fretboard to make that beautiful clean tone pop.
A girlfriend took me to a medium size venue, upper row, east side of downtown Dallas (98% odds The Majestic, the Dallas classic, most worthy of Cray), circa 1988/89. Phenomenal. Still my favorite concert of all time. 1 unrelated amazing musical too. But Cray shines, despite the dark blues.
Who's here in 2020 enjoying this fabulous guy and his marvelous Song? Edit in May '22: THANKS soooooo much for all ur likes 'n comments so far❗ Rob & Band will be playing in D-Hamburg soon and - guess what - I've got a Ticket! Hope to see you there! Have a good time and .....don't be afraid of the dark! 👋🏼
Robert Cray has been playing for 40 years. He's a master of the blues. This is probably his best song. Next to my idol Stevie Ray Vaughn his my second best.🙏🏼🎤🎸💯🤟
He is a perfect fusion of what people call white rock and grassroots blues He gives me hope that tribes can meet so beautifully and create a human blend Utterly delightful
Oh, Robert don`t sees himself as a bluesman.So do I . His music is also full of soul and there is blues in his music, but it`s not blues and he is no bluesman.
ROBERT CRAY's stylings seem to complement Jazz and R&B although some songs are "Bluesy." Bet, he'd prefer to be acknowledged as 'AMAZING,' which is True!
without any words one of the BEST SINGERS OF THE WORLD with HIS BAND. ALL is perfect for me: the singer, the composition, the band, the moment, the songwriter, the song text, the intonation, the situation, the feeling, ALL ALL .. YEAH. I am an older woman with 58 years but the song gives me many POWER; thank you Robert Cray.... and I love it, many members of my family have the same surname of the singer, wow I like it. Playing this song is a party, a big moment, powerful, being stronger and stronger...
Anyone notice the almost-stationary bass guitarist in the background? What with everyone else moving in time to the song you would have thought he detracts from the performance but for some reason he lends a solid seriousness which just adds to the ambience.
i was introduced to Robert Cray back in 1997 by a friend who recorded a mix , get this a (cassette tape) never got tired of listening to strong persuader , and still listen to that album in full everyday when i play my online golf game . now with you tube i get to watch all the concerts i could never have gone to. God Bless Robert Cray...
Old thread but Robert Cray is definitely a living legend. Such a killer skilled guitarist with such a unique style, sound and tone. You know you’ve arrived when people can recognize your music by simply hearing it without seeing the player or being told who they are. 👏👏👏
Robert Cray invited me to watch his band rehearse this song in the Ballroom of the Portland Marriot. . I spotted him walking thru the lobby. I had seen him open for the Dead early in the summer. Told him I bought his album after that show and he said thanks Man & invited me to listen to this. I will never forget it. Richard Cousins was his Bass Guitar player back then. They really had a great sound.
I have been listening to Robert Cray since 1973.....when he began his career in Eugene, Oregon and I NEVER get tired of him. He was wonderful then and has only polished his style with time. Sing it young Bob!
Rebecca Randleman Yup, for me since then too. He and the boys worked for a while with the great Albert Collins, touring mainly up and down the West Coast. A brash young Curtis Salgado also comes to mind as a sometime member of the group. These boys have paid their dues and are always a treat to see/hear! RIP Albert, too soon :(
Robert Cray show was Awesome, got to see him back in 1996 he did this song. It was at the river at the park in Spokecane Washinton. One of the best shows I'VE EVER SEEN
I’m Australian I have been listening to rock & blues for 50yrs I know thousands of songs word for word and timing I don’t say I can sing I’m a very good mimic I can mimic pearl jam through to John Farnham I can’t tell you why but this song is on a loop in my head for decades every empty moment at work or shopping anywhere it’s playing when someone is trying to intimidate me I’m singing “I’m at my best in a pitch black room” it’s enough to make them think this might not be the right bloke to fuck around with when I’m trying to be smooth consoling but future next ex it’s a whisper‘Don’t be afraid of the dark’ what a gift it is this fkn song I can’t get rid of even though I’d be lost without it I have even used his other classic in the morning to remind me to get out of there before the cuddling starts ‘ get this still hot smoking gun out of here he’ll put 2 and 1 together and I’ve had my fill of her kind of fun’😎😢
I am so envious of you, Kai. I have loved Robert Cray band for about 20 years. Still not seen them in concert in Australia. :( Such amazing talent.....
@@juliedove8141 Hi Julie , I saw Young Bob about 30 years ago at the Entertainment Center in Sydney . Great gig . He was here last year and I missed it . Would have been nice to see that great band again .
Silk slick and sick and smooth and all what a song 😍💖 all i can say to be blessed and part of the greatest decade of all time never to forget miss it so much oh hail the 80s 80s
I love this man and wouldn't be afraid of the dark if he was there to hold me! ♥ Robert cray is even better in concert than on CD,he is one artist who can duplicate his sound in person,just awesome on that guitar! ♥
I WENT TO A BAR IN FRESNO CALI AND ROBERT AND HIS BAND WAS PLAYING 😮😮 I ENDED UP ON THE STAGE DANCING TO SMOKING GUN WHEEEEE WHO I HAD A WONDERFUL TIME. I LOVE HIS MUSIC AND THE WAY HE SINGS IT. 🙋🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽😃😃😃🔥🔥🎵🎶🎵🔥♥️♥️
First time I heard this...I could not Not move. Great beat, class (if need be) similar to Mr. Buddy (my) Guy. So many greats displaying such emotion with eloquent skill. Lord!!!
This whole album was so underrated, it's sickening to me! The record label should've pushed heavy airplay on it. It would've been in the top 40 pop albums of that year!!!!
This Song should been huge it blows nearly anything and everything the last 20-30 years since the pinnacle of all the 80s left no words to describe the list is endless return in spirit and never leave 80s live on forever
Heyyy ii lookk for thiss nice love song aa maybe longer then 7a 11 years and i founddd himmmmmmmyygooddddddddddddddonttt beee Afraid of the dark OOooooNooooo babyy noooo dddddddonttt beee Afraid of the dark
"Put on some music, Marvin Gayes real nice" WOW what a reference to another sensual blues magic man. Robert Cray just like Marvin Gaye seem to know exactly where my heart is and how I feel about Ladies.
I just saw Robert Cray and Band last week in Dublin`s National Concert Hall and i can honestly say i cannot remember a more pitch perfect vocal and band that sounded so tight. `As tight as a nut` was this classic 4 piece rock band. And a brilliant encore delivered some more magic....what a night, pure class from the great bluesman Robert Cray.
I remember my dad playing this song on a road trip from NYC to Charlotte NC. As soon as this track started you could feel the car take off. Dad loved to play "dodge a ticket". I sure do miss him.
@@BlackPrimeMinister Thank you. You don’t know how much your words mean to me. I lost him 12/29/06 and for you to reach me this week has got my heart fluttering. Thank you. Wishing you ❤️ and happiness 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
Found this album on tape in my Dad's collection, put it on one night late 80s on headphones, whilst watching TV with my family. Been a fan ever since, seen Bob three times, legend!
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I love everything about this man. His voice and his equally impressive guitar style
Grew up listing to him because of my father. Thank god. He’s incredible.
🍺😚👍im that guy live for ever everyone be how 😳did he manage too ,he should be dead 💥ill say cheap beer wats in the box 💯goon 💥😂😅bahahaaaaa
Absolutely everything about him between him and the 3 kings Albert, BB & Freddie I have my top shelf fill of the blues ❤❤❤
He told me he thinks you're very cool as well
And the way he looked at Tina Turner 30 years ago
I love this guy's blues he's one hell of an artist!
The Robert Cray Band opened up for Huey Lewis and the News when I saw them for my first concert in St.Louis, March 23, 1987. This song didn't come out until 1991.
He will be in Salem, OR at the Elsinore Historic Theatre on April 26, 2025--can't wait for the show. Yes. tickets in hand.
He's an absolute legend. I love that song. Vocals, guitar, fills... brilliant. I love how he imposes his will on the fretboard to make that beautiful clean tone pop.
Great songs never get old
The best music ever 😊greetings from Holland 🇳🇱 🎉
Danke. Erinnert mich an Fairness.
Still awesome in August 2024!
true
I concur!
YES!!! ❤❤❤
Defo
It will always be awesome!
A girlfriend took me to a medium size venue, upper row, east side of downtown Dallas (98% odds The Majestic, the Dallas classic, most worthy of Cray), circa 1988/89. Phenomenal. Still my favorite concert of all time. 1 unrelated amazing musical too. But Cray shines, despite the dark blues.
Who's here in 2020 enjoying this fabulous guy and his marvelous Song?
Edit in May '22: THANKS soooooo much for all ur likes 'n comments so far❗
Rob & Band will be playing in D-Hamburg soon and - guess what - I've got a Ticket! Hope to see you there!
Have a good time and .....don't be afraid of the dark! 👋🏼
Me i love his voice
It's 2021, Im listening to this view. Awesome singer
In 2021 smooooth .....it's a new world!
March of 2021 actually this guy Rocks!!
2021 I love this song!
Robert Cray has been playing for 40 years. He's a master of the blues. This is probably his best song. Next to my idol Stevie Ray Vaughn his my second best.🙏🏼🎤🎸💯🤟
I was in Wisconsin when he, Clapton, and Stevie were touring. One of the choppers crashed, and Stevie Ray was among those who were killed.
Top of the list for me as one of my favorite blues singers
He is a perfect fusion of what people call white rock and grassroots blues
He gives me hope that tribes can meet so beautifully and create a human blend
Utterly delightful
It was GREAT music back then!
Rock was never white. Wtf are you talking about 😂
@@allybrosia3725 Ok. The Motown was white. And yes, IT REALLY WAS!!! Look at Rare Earth, but that's before your time, youngster!!
How nice to hear someone really sing instead of rap crap.
👍🏽👏🏽👏🏽😃😃🙋🏽 YESSSSSS BABY 😅
Robert Cray is a blues specialist, untouchable, cool vocals also. One of the greatest blues performers of our time🎸🎤
Oh, Robert don`t sees himself as a bluesman.So do I . His music is also full of soul and there is blues in his music, but it`s not blues and he is no bluesman.
Eu adoro, é muito elegante!
Had tickets for Young Bob tonight in Nashville 👍💕not gonna make it as I lay in the ER with a back injury! Love you , Rozanne ( lil ole gal)
ROBERT CRAY's stylings seem to complement Jazz and R&B although some songs are "Bluesy."
Bet, he'd prefer to be acknowledged as 'AMAZING,' which is True!
Yes I agree
He’s the best . Had the chance to Watch him twice live and to talk to him face to face . That was one moment I will never forget ❤
That's really cool. I've seen him couple times also. Great guitar player. But I never got to talk with him. 👍👍👍
@Jeff
You have a chance, he's still on tour 😉
❤
I got to meet him once. Real nice guy. Cool.
without any words one of the BEST SINGERS OF THE WORLD with HIS BAND. ALL is perfect for me: the singer, the composition, the band, the moment, the songwriter, the song text, the intonation, the situation, the feeling, ALL ALL .. YEAH. I am an older woman with 58 years but the song gives me many POWER; thank you Robert Cray.... and I love it, many members of my family have the same surname of the singer, wow I like it. Playing this song is a party, a big moment, powerful, being stronger and stronger...
Pp0
Just don t be afraid od the dark
You're forgetting one thing😅
wonderful
2021 and still not afraid of the dark😂
Robert deserves an Gold Metal for his Fabulous Music.
Zeitlos schön
One of his best and that is saying lots. This song never gets old. NEVER.
Always liked Robert Cray. Very soulful singer and very tasty guitar player!
Anyone notice the almost-stationary bass guitarist in the background? What with everyone else moving in time to the song you would have thought he detracts from the performance but for some reason he lends a solid seriousness which just adds to the ambience.
He makes me grin every time. 😂
The guitar part from, 2:53, to, 2:56, was VERY NICE. The three words RIGHT AFTER that which went, "don't be afraid," made it even more mellow.
Love his voice.... a blend of Otis Redding and Sam Cooke. Smoothhhhhhh!
You know, you're right. And it's important to acknowledge how much soul music informs Robert's blues. Love this song and the album is terrific. ❤
i was introduced to Robert Cray back in 1997 by a friend who recorded a mix , get this a (cassette tape) never got tired of listening to strong persuader , and still listen to that album in full everyday when i play my online golf game . now with you tube i get to watch all the concerts i could never have gone to. God Bless Robert Cray...
Old thread but Robert Cray is definitely a living legend. Such a killer skilled guitarist with such a unique style, sound and tone. You know you’ve arrived when people can recognize your music by simply hearing it without seeing the player or being told who they are. 👏👏👏
Awesome blues!!! Love his music 💙💜💚
Robert Cray invited me to watch his band rehearse this song in the Ballroom of the Portland Marriot. .
I spotted him walking thru the lobby. I had seen him open for the Dead early in the summer. Told him I bought his album after that show and he said thanks Man & invited me to listen to this. I will never forget it. Richard Cousins was his Bass Guitar player back then. They really had a great sound.
Blessed brah 🔥
Richards still rolling with Bob.! I got to shake both of their hands after the show in Beverly Mass this past November
@@G.F.Browning Happy to hear he's still playing with Robert Cray! I'm sure you had a great time listening to the Blues that day!
@philtheduck09 yeah it was awesome being that close to a legend.!!
Love this man and his band. Saw him in Ashland, Oregon in 1980 at a cozy bar. What a fabulous night.
What a Voice! And he's can play the Stratocaster pretty good too.....
I have been listening to Robert Cray since 1973.....when he began his career in Eugene, Oregon and I NEVER get tired of him. He was wonderful then and has only polished his style with time. Sing it young Bob!
Rebecca Randleman Yup, for me since then too. He and the boys worked for a while with the great Albert Collins, touring mainly up and down the West Coast. A brash young Curtis Salgado also comes to mind as a sometime member of the group. These boys have paid their dues and are always a treat to see/hear! RIP Albert, too soon :(
Robert Cray show was Awesome, got to see him back in 1996 he did this song. It was at the river at the park in Spokecane Washinton. One of the best shows I'VE EVER SEEN
Listening to Robert Cray in 2020...still get goosebumps listening to his music 🎶
Nearly 2022 here, takes me back to my student days in the 80's, he was all over the radio, because he was appreciated then.
2021
he got his start at the blue moon in seattle playing nitely
Listening to him in 2022 Love it!!
Don’t be afraid of the dark
This man has been kicking ass for 35yrs that I know of
Been a fan of his music since the 80's. Wonderful blues.
Listening to Robert Cray in summer of 2023...still get goosebumps listening to Robert's music 🎶
I just discovered Robert Cray tonight. Oh My God what I have missed for so long.
What a great voice❤
So Underrated........................
Beautiful
One of the best if not the best of all time. I'm a Stevie Ray Vaughan fan and will be forever. But Robert Cray is a legendary 🎸🎤🎧🎹🎷🙏
They helped revive blues music, RIP SRV
💯 percent with you.
Roberts blues style is clean and romantic than other blues players
The best thing about the blues is that you find the best people on earth sharing this music with you.Robert Cray keep up the great work.
I’m Australian I have been listening to rock & blues for 50yrs I know thousands of songs word for word and timing I don’t say I can sing I’m a very good mimic I can mimic pearl jam through to John Farnham I can’t tell you why but this song is on a loop in my head for decades every empty moment at work or shopping anywhere it’s playing when someone is trying to intimidate me I’m singing “I’m at my best in a pitch black room” it’s enough to make them think this might not be the right bloke to fuck around with when I’m trying to be smooth consoling but future next ex it’s a whisper‘Don’t be afraid of the dark’ what a gift it is this fkn song I can’t get rid of even though I’d be lost without it I have even used his other classic in the morning to remind me to get out of there before the cuddling starts ‘ get this still hot smoking gun out of here he’ll put 2 and 1 together and I’ve had my fill of her kind of fun’😎😢
He one of my all time favorites, this song reminds of a girlfriend I dated for several years. We had some good times, I still miss her.
Still have this on vinyl....geezz, i'm getting old I guess, LOL! Great album that never gets old!
my technics record player is from 1982😥
Just saw him live tonight for the first time. Guy is an absolute legend on the guitar and his voice is still silky smooth.
I am so envious of you, Kai. I have loved Robert Cray band for about 20 years. Still not seen them in concert in Australia. :( Such amazing talent.....
He's one of the legends
Saw him a few times his group is tight
so lucky aroha tino
@@juliedove8141 Hi Julie , I saw Young Bob about 30 years ago at the Entertainment Center in Sydney . Great gig . He was here last year and I missed it . Would have been nice to see that great band again .
Silk slick and sick and smooth and all what a song 😍💖 all i can say to be blessed and part of the greatest decade of all time never to forget miss it so much oh hail the 80s 80s
I have been listening to this song since 1985 it never gets old, I still crank it up in the charger !!
I bet you want to blow your tires off - it has that affect, all the intruments makes this another of his songs that will do the same thing
God damn, me too, reminds me of my days in Holland!
1991?
@@shannon14068 el bunrside
1988 perhaps
Robert's voice pure smooth, cool, and caress....
One of the greatest blues master with iconic past legends like my favorite Stevie Ray Vaughn. Truly a great artist🎸🎸🎸🎷🎷🎺🎺
He is simply "The Great One" ...
This is the Aston Martin of blues singing / playing.
My favorite musical artist of all time. Have seen him in concert and have all his CD’s.
I love this man and wouldn't be afraid of the dark if he was there to hold me! ♥ Robert cray is even better in concert than on CD,he is one artist who can duplicate his sound in person,just awesome on that guitar! ♥
Just saw him last night at celebrity theater. Awesome!
I WENT TO A BAR IN FRESNO CALI AND ROBERT AND HIS BAND WAS PLAYING 😮😮 I ENDED UP ON THE STAGE DANCING TO SMOKING GUN WHEEEEE WHO I HAD A WONDERFUL TIME. I LOVE HIS MUSIC AND THE WAY HE SINGS IT. 🙋🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽😃😃😃🔥🔥🎵🎶🎵🔥♥️♥️
Robert Cray- One of God's most beautiful creations.
Love Him
@Isaiah Cropp what has " Gay "got to do with his talent ???
@@KayWEstes WHAT - can you read? His name is CRAY not gay daahh!
Isaiah Cropp He’s married to a beautiful woman and has a son!
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Smoothin', oozin', closer! Uwwwuuu!
First time I heard this...I could not Not move. Great beat, class (if need be) similar to Mr. Buddy (my) Guy. So many greats displaying such emotion with eloquent skill. Lord!!!
Gotta love Robert Cray band he has a ton of good music.
Loved this young master since I first heard him years ago.
He is excellent!
Great, Great Song.
I love Robert Cray always~
Amazing never gets old love him
I really love this song and others. I wish he would come back to Madison, Indiana . Robert Cray is incredible.
I still loving this song.... Its too good to be forget...
Beautiful Blues song!
One the best blues guitarists to breathe air. This man's singing & playing style is unique.
Robert Cray u rock brother
Been listening to him since I was a child I saw him and Eric Clapton live in 2006 will never forget it! Definitely a blues Legend
Very smooth style - Robert Cray has such a beautiful stage presence and his soulful voice just carries you away.
Saw him a few times, your right..
john pelkey Must have been an awesome experience!
john pelkey I saw him up close in Utica, NY. He is beautiful
Jude Anne Gossin I bet he is - I am so jealous!
He does carry you away, Lorraine.
Robert cray, is for me a great guitarist and singer one of a kind, very unique have loved his music for years 🎸🎸🎸🎸
Saw them last Saturday, they opened for The Doobie Brothers. Loved it.❤
Soulful smooth Robert Cray
Nice
Peppermint
Tea
Love Robert cray ❤❤❤
Young Bob…what a guy!
This whole album was so underrated, it's sickening to me! The record label should've pushed heavy airplay on it. It would've been in the top 40 pop albums of that year!!!!
This Song should been huge it blows nearly anything and everything the last 20-30 years since the pinnacle of all the 80s left no words to describe the list is endless return in spirit and never leave 80s live on forever
Very, wery good...!!!
Loving it on this cold day in New Zealand 06/05/20
And also in NZ in a lockdown 15/02/21 :)
Heyyy ii lookk for thiss nice love song aa maybe longer then 7a 11 years and i founddd himmmmmmmyygooddddddddddddddonttt beee Afraid of the dark OOooooNooooo babyy noooo dddddddonttt beee Afraid of the dark
My all-time favorite Robert Cray song.
2025 and still great
"Put on some music, Marvin Gayes real nice" WOW what a reference to another sensual blues magic man. Robert Cray just like Marvin Gaye seem to know exactly where my heart is and how I feel about Ladies.
i use close the night off @ 2am as a DJ, this was one of the songs...brillant ...Katherine NT Kirby's Bar
Just discovered this song, absolutely love it, Robert’s voice is smooth a silk!!!!
Give "Night patrol" a listen it's beautiful!
So true.
I just saw Robert Cray and Band last week in Dublin`s National Concert Hall and i can honestly say i cannot remember a more pitch perfect vocal and band that sounded so tight. `As tight as a nut` was this classic 4 piece rock band. And a brilliant encore delivered some more magic....what a night, pure class from the great bluesman Robert Cray.
Very distinct voice and underplayed lead guitar, allowing the whole band to roll along, very Robert Cray !
Fender Stratocaster!!!!
Two masters, Clapton and Cray... This areThe SuperMans of Guitar players...
Saw Robert Cray opening for Eric Clapton back in the late 80's. I've been a fan ever since...
I remember my dad playing this song on a road trip from NYC to Charlotte NC. As soon as this track started you could feel the car take off. Dad loved to play "dodge a ticket". I sure do miss him.
My condoleances, may he rest in peace
God bless your family. The Lord is looking after your Dad. Don’t worry! He’s fine xx
@@BlackPrimeMinister Thank you. You don’t know how much your words mean to me. I lost him 12/29/06 and for you to reach me this week has got my heart fluttering. Thank you. Wishing you ❤️ and happiness 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
Found this album on tape in my Dad's collection, put it on one night late 80s on headphones, whilst watching TV with my family. Been a fan ever since, seen Bob three times, legend!
Great song!
Does anybody else remember when they used this song in commercials for Michelob Dark?
CLASSIC
MASTERPIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIECE !!!!!!!
Robert Cray TRUE OLD SCHOOL BLUES what a master he is with the guitar
Why cant I get my Strat' to sound like his? They both have 6 strings and we both have 10 fingers but its just not the same........
blues/rock or blues jazz, its not really plain old blues.
jason king Your right, you might add a little soul music in there too.
When did the 80's become old school?
Steven A. Button Since about 2005. I was in college when this album was released so I feel the same way.
I've been ripping thru his albums lately. Great stuff
Cool never goes out of fashion...................................and this is just so so cool.
He is so relaxed, and yet his playing and singing are great