Rick Astley - It Would Take a Strong Strong Man (Official HD Video)

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  • Опубліковано 18 гру 2024

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  • @georgina1921
    @georgina1921 9 місяців тому +67

    One of the most incredible but most underrated voices of our times. Wow. Wow. Wow.

  • @11matt11
    @11matt11 Рік тому +35

    This song was #1 only in Canada. And we're gosh darn proud of that. Good man and a great singer.

    • @Ricksterny1
      @Ricksterny1 5 місяців тому

      Only Never Gonna Give You Up and Together Forever made it to #1 In Canada\USA

  • @lolabelle4959
    @lolabelle4959 9 місяців тому +76

    Wow what a voice for a 23 yr old. Talent beyond his years!

    • @carmeenwith2es868
      @carmeenwith2es868 4 місяці тому

      Larissa Melo eu vou pra formatura do Luís ?Larissa Melo eu vou pra formatura do Luís ?Bienvenido al portapapeles de Gboard; todo texto que copies se guardará aquí.

  • @jjayflash
    @jjayflash 9 місяців тому +23

    Man nobody writes and sings lyrics like these anymore.

    • @gregmeyer1805
      @gregmeyer1805 9 місяців тому

      They're too busy rapping about their vaginas to even pay attention to real music.

  • @nosman069
    @nosman069 3 роки тому +26

    God gave this man one of the best voices in music history. Please give thanks to God and Jesus for your gift Rick.

  • @lorenzothehandaforlifeplan435
    @lorenzothehandaforlifeplan435 10 місяців тому +20

    Decades have passed yet the song remains timeless.

    • @eggy1962
      @eggy1962 16 днів тому

      He sang it when i saw him last Feb in Cardiff

  • @elbichito24
    @elbichito24 4 роки тому +290

    It was the year 1988-1989 ... I really love this song. It reminds me of my childhood, my mom, my dad, my brothers, my aunts, my house, my dog, family parties on Saturday nights, and Sunday meals. They were such happy days when my only concern was to paint my drawings without getting out of line. Thank you very much Mr. Astley for making my childhood such happy days.

    • @merrybluegirl8930
      @merrybluegirl8930 3 роки тому +17

      I so love this comment. Me too. I remember my life when this song came out. Everything about it. Where I worked, going out, listening to the radio in my car at night. Such happy, sweet memories of a younger me.💙

    • @spendingtimetogether8428
      @spendingtimetogether8428 3 роки тому +10

      I'm sure your nice family had a lot to do with that, and Rick was the cherry on top. Amazing how some songs can evoke such memories.👍❤

    • @janinekloppers4937
      @janinekloppers4937 3 роки тому +9

      True story. We all have some great memories, thanks to Rick Astley.

    • @user-jv9is7iw2t
      @user-jv9is7iw2t 3 роки тому +9

      I am apparently your age. My 7th grade year was 88/89 and it's all still so meaningful to me. I absolutely love the way you worded your message. It just strikes a chord in me, there is nothing like this kind of song, filled with so much "yesteryear". Nostalgia runs high when these type of songs play. I look-back upon that time period so fondly, and I'm glad to be Generation X. Very glad to have grown up in that time period. Thank you for a great comment!

    • @pennwoman
      @pennwoman 2 роки тому +5

      Yes I loved those days too. I remember them well.

  • @Ernie1978
    @Ernie1978 5 років тому +305

    I truly believe in my heart that "It Would Take a Strong, Strong Man" was the classiest single record released in the 80s. That vocal performance coupled with that amazing guitar bit after the bridge and those backing vocals. An all-around flawless recording.

    • @RocStarr913
      @RocStarr913 4 роки тому +7

      It’s a wonder it was Astley’s American distributor that saw its potential as a single.

    • @m8852
      @m8852 4 роки тому +4

      @@RocStarr913 And strangely (at least to me), it was released as a single only in the US and Canada.
      Also interesting to me that no other artists have recorded their own version since then.

    • @dlee2033
      @dlee2033 3 роки тому +4

      @Ernie I totally agree! I've always loved that guitar solo and the wink to "Feels So Good" by Chuck Mangione (ua-cam.com/video/NDSBV0vTfTo/v-deo.html guitar solo starts around 5:20). I can't ever listen to this song just once...it's always gotta be a triple lol

    • @sccc6188
      @sccc6188 3 роки тому

      xd

    • @Ernie1978
      @Ernie1978 3 роки тому +5

      @@ronrossmore211 It reached No.10 on the Hot 100 and No.1 on the Adult Contemporary so no flop. Sorry!

  • @susiebell8496
    @susiebell8496 4 роки тому +259

    I just cannot get enough of this song!! One of his finest tunes!!

  • @DannyintheSpirit
    @DannyintheSpirit 7 місяців тому +34

    This sounds like a Motown song recorded in the late 80s by a young man from England with a soulful voice.

  • @mullinsjm1
    @mullinsjm1 3 роки тому +100

    Songs like this remind me of how much I miss the 80s

    • @jakeboado4370
      @jakeboado4370 Рік тому +5

      lets go back to the 80's❤️😛😸😔🙆🦜

  • @ifutureman
    @ifutureman 11 днів тому +1

    I still have this 45 (single). Wasn't into anything else he did, but THIS song... I can't explain the massive appeal it holds for me. The chord changes are so sweet - although the descending hook that starts the song and is heard under the words "to ever let you go" were lifted directly from "Walk Away Renee" but whatever ... pop music always tends to mimic itself.

  • @fabriziovpp
    @fabriziovpp 4 роки тому +224

    This is literally the best underrated song ever

  • @tis400
    @tis400 Місяць тому +4

    An underrated song and an underrated singer. Love the two girls and thier backing vocals.

  • @marcussmith3934
    @marcussmith3934 4 роки тому +59

    Happy 54th Birthday Richard Paul Astley!(Feburary 6, 1966)😀🎂🎉🎊🎈🎁🍾👍👏🙌

    • @nurultea2243
      @nurultea2243 3 роки тому +1

      Happy belate Brithday Rick. WUATB. My ex bf Germany also on....February 1966

  • @_chinmoku
    @_chinmoku 3 роки тому +65

    The fact my 8 year old son is bobbing his head to this song right now, made me smile so much!!

    • @charly9927
      @charly9927 2 роки тому +4

      good music is timeless and appeals to people any age

  • @-.Steven
    @-.Steven 3 роки тому +91

    Never get tired of listening to this song! God bless Rick Astley! One of the greatest voices ever!!

  • @janicejackson884
    @janicejackson884 2 роки тому +67

    I love this song. I have no idea how I missed this song until today when Rick Astley was on Kelly Clarkson's show. I just played it about 20 times. This is one of my all-time favorite songs already.

  • @patriciahelenadealmeida895
    @patriciahelenadealmeida895 5 років тому +26

    This is a beautiful declaration of love and your magnificent voice

  • @kap0928
    @kap0928 Рік тому +8

    Best song ever by Rick, loved it back then and still play it on my all time favourites. Brilliant performer and one of the best uk male singers up there with George Michael , Ed Sherran,

  • @EddieTorres-nb6km
    @EddieTorres-nb6km Місяць тому +6

    I love this song 🎵

  • @dannyblankenship8154
    @dannyblankenship8154 4 роки тому +36

    One of the underrated songs from Rick as you listen this is about love and pain that goes with relationships as life is tough and hard with love

  • @jaimehamm8999
    @jaimehamm8999 2 роки тому +13

    One of the best songs of the 80's. Rick is such an underrated singer. Oh and, BTW that's Boy George singing back up.

  • @bossmodl3thalpoppa484
    @bossmodl3thalpoppa484 Рік тому +4

    Surprises me this doesn’t have more views. Always loved this song…hell this whole album!

  • @stephencapillas1861
    @stephencapillas1861 4 роки тому +746

    The best Rick Astley song.

    • @danielle31109
      @danielle31109 4 роки тому +21

      I agree!!

    • @sergesanchez9067
      @sergesanchez9067 4 роки тому +13

      J'adore

    • @JavierMartinez-dk9qf
      @JavierMartinez-dk9qf 4 роки тому +16

      I agree!! It’s sooo romantic!! 👍

    • @DanielSantos-nz7ci
      @DanielSantos-nz7ci 4 роки тому +25

      Definitely his best song ever! Both the melody and the harmony freaking thrill me... and as for his voice in this song ... no comments needed. Outstanding song!

    • @willyhwang1059
      @willyhwang1059 4 роки тому +15

      100% agreed. It's my favourite.

  • @Caldinovin
    @Caldinovin 7 місяців тому +21

    It should be a crime to have a song this good be this underrated.

    • @roza.D.
      @roza.D. 7 місяців тому +2

      I agree

    • @Caldinovin
      @Caldinovin 7 місяців тому +2

      @@roza.D. Glad you agree! :)

  • @kkennedy3466
    @kkennedy3466 7 місяців тому +3

    More proof of what a fantastic decade this was for music. Nothing today is remotely comparable to talent like this and most garbage today will fade while songs like this will always be with us.

  • @melissaallen3918
    @melissaallen3918 5 років тому +74

    Rick Astley is the genuine true blue ultimate unique mega voice of phenomenal talent. He was a kid when he originally sang this song & he has only become better. This man has a voice that is a force to be recond with....& he is kind, giving, talented & a great husband & dad. Amazing!!! & soooo much happiness & fun. I am addicted to Cry for Help, Angels, Uptown Funk & much more. Thank you Rick!!!!

  • @mikeycrist5086
    @mikeycrist5086 3 роки тому +75

    How could "Never Gonna Give You Up" have a billion views, "Together Forever" have 136 million, and this gem have less than 500,000? Of all his songs this was the best!

    • @Speedrunner0218
      @Speedrunner0218 2 роки тому +8

      The first one was mainly due to the Rick roll meme

    • @Its_Jimmy_Time
      @Its_Jimmy_Time 2 роки тому +1

      @@Speedrunner0218 it was also in just dance

    • @gregmeyer1805
      @gregmeyer1805 9 місяців тому

      I think it's his best song but it's not his most popular, hence the astronomical views of Never Gonna Give You Up.

  • @大男孩-m2l
    @大男孩-m2l 3 роки тому +7

    1988年令人懷念的歌曲

  • @FreeSpirit47
    @FreeSpirit47 4 роки тому +8

    In his songs, he sounds sincere. That's a huge part of his appeal. Many guys will talk the talk never walk the walk. Just saying everything never meaning anything. The world needs more sincerity.

  • @fl1431
    @fl1431 5 років тому +40

    I was 16 when this song came out and I bought this album too. I met my very first love and she broke my heart. This song was played on repeat on my Walkman...bitter sweet memory!

    • @susancorgi
      @susancorgi 3 роки тому +1

      wow. at least you had this song. hope you are happy now somewhere :)

    • @sonia354
      @sonia354 3 роки тому +2

      You never forget your first love- apparently that’s just as true for men, as it is for women. 🙈

    • @juniourmasika460
      @juniourmasika460 3 роки тому +3

      Haaaaa....I remember the walkman hugs man all the way from kenya 🇰🇪.... Best of rick Astley I cant forget ....

    • @buddy3886
      @buddy3886 2 роки тому +2

      play the band bostons song don't look back that was my breakup song

    • @pennwoman
      @pennwoman 2 роки тому +1

      Oh my God I remember owning a Sony Walkman! Ha!

  • @1964moira
    @1964moira 7 днів тому +1

    Love this from Rick.😊

  • @patrickmichael3384
    @patrickmichael3384 11 місяців тому +3

    Rick’s best song is this! Thanks for doing this one, Mr. Astley!

  • @nenaagueroflores3064
    @nenaagueroflores3064 5 років тому +22

    Only one thing, you still have that wonderful voice that I heard in your beginning. Rick boy I will always love your music.

  • @Ricksterny1
    @Ricksterny1 5 місяців тому +7

    Rick should do more ballads like this. It matches his styles

  • @OnTheWaySoon
    @OnTheWaySoon 11 місяців тому +2

    On vacation from work and listening to some old freestyle. Rick is an amazing singer and we hope he is doing well. No one had such a strong voice like his.

  • @ktrnkrnkh
    @ktrnkrnkh 5 років тому +133

    It would take a strong strong man to... Never never give you up, never never let you down, never never run around and desert you 🕺

  • @petermadsen3181
    @petermadsen3181 5 років тому +23

    Amazing voice Mr Astley !!! Tremendous live as well !!!

  • @ianranger2026
    @ianranger2026 5 місяців тому +4

    Listen to this everyday. As an 80 year old. Rick has a magical voice

  • @karinaramirezchapiama9918
    @karinaramirezchapiama9918 3 роки тому +2

    HI....GOD IS TELLING YOU ...THAT HE HAS SOMETHING GOOD ...HEAR HIS VOICE ....BLESSINGS FROM MY HEART ..

  • @ronniemiller
    @ronniemiller 5 років тому +27

    love this song. one of my favorite singers

  • @brendarudman8806
    @brendarudman8806 19 днів тому +3

    The beauty of youth❤

  • @nurzakiahza7368
    @nurzakiahza7368 2 роки тому +10

    Whenever my heart breaks, i would listen to this song to know that I am worthy to be treated better.

  • @timetraveltvniles7650
    @timetraveltvniles7650 3 роки тому +31

    Rick is so underrated, except Never Gonna Give You Up, that song gets the recondition it deserves.

    • @mikekaraoke
      @mikekaraoke 2 роки тому +1

      How when all of his songs still play on radio, and his albums still sell and does sold out tours!

  • @zelaarauz2472
    @zelaarauz2472 7 місяців тому +225

    Who is still listening to this masterpiece in 2024?

  • @Maygan777
    @Maygan777 3 роки тому +2

    Wow total blanked out this song but suddenly somehow accidentally going through yr music I now remember this song when I was so so young.

  • @annieroland5882
    @annieroland5882 3 роки тому +3

    God willing you may see this someday... Regardless, it's truth in my perception. This is my favorite of your songs and, in my opinionz yours is the absolute best voice from the 80's or 90's. God bless you , Sir... And much love for your work. God bless.

  • @karenmatthews6092
    @karenmatthews6092 Рік тому +3

    I have enjoyed his music since 1989!! Strong , beautiful voice. Decent lyrics. Thanks Rick Astley & crew.

  • @janinekloppers4937
    @janinekloppers4937 3 роки тому +3

    Beautiful songs, sang by a true legend.
    Rick Astley's music was part of a good era of music that will never be outdated and will remain popular to future generations.
    Regards, Denver. DHK

  • @aprilcronin7157
    @aprilcronin7157 2 роки тому +21

    Such a huge voice. Now and even in his younger years his voice was way beyond his years.

  • @maxineyancy6944
    @maxineyancy6944 4 роки тому +7

    OMGoodness. this man can really sing. Go Rick....Love that voice. Yes!!!

    • @scottrichard5792
      @scottrichard5792 6 місяців тому

      Smile! He always leaves you with beautiful emotions🥰 Is this your favorite song?

  • @miriammramos2842
    @miriammramos2842 2 роки тому +8

    What a song! I WAS LOOKING FOR THIS FOR A LONG TIME. I LOVE IT. HIS VOICE IS WOW!!!

  • @pje723
    @pje723 6 місяців тому +12

    Guitar solo is legit!

  • @kimberlyelizabeth2049
    @kimberlyelizabeth2049 5 років тому +31

    Bring back the man. ❤️

  • @keren9322
    @keren9322 Рік тому +3

    I'm crying... wonderfully nostalgic. When this song was released, I was a university student, enjoying my youth while wondering about the future. The 1980s was the best time for music.

  • @sprintbass
    @sprintbass 11 місяців тому +5

    God I was 14 or 15...the melody is beautiful...he was much more than (never gonna give you up)

  • @maracollins8765
    @maracollins8765 5 років тому +39

    Gracias Rick que deleite escucharte que Dios te siga bendiciendo con tu potertosa voz 😘😘😘😘😘

  • @ramphissantana4311
    @ramphissantana4311 5 років тому +55

    Rick astley i really look up to you sir my respect i love this song.

  • @caroltaylor7894
    @caroltaylor7894 3 роки тому +13

    He still reigns with his music.

  • @celaine1970
    @celaine1970 Рік тому +2

    Great song by Rick❤ such a beautiful voice! Memories of fall 1988, ah to be young again!❤🥰🎶

  • @pamelapatsey5795
    @pamelapatsey5795 9 місяців тому +3

    His voice is awesome. I love this man ❤❤❤😎

  • @butterflygarden9098
    @butterflygarden9098 2 роки тому +27

    Love it. 🥰 Great song. This is my favorite Rick Astley song.

    • @achannel1286
      @achannel1286 Рік тому

      Never gonna give you up, together forever and whenever you need somebody is better I think

    • @TheGhostOnTaborVr
      @TheGhostOnTaborVr Рік тому

      the best song is never gonna give u up

    • @alfdom51
      @alfdom51 4 місяці тому +1

      Also my favorite

  • @adoricials
    @adoricials 3 роки тому +11

    This is one of my favorite Rick Astley songs!

  • @Joevenon
    @Joevenon 5 років тому +362

    *I'm pretty sure this is not HD, Rick. Thanks for the Rick Roll*

    • @thecorruptedbit5585
      @thecorruptedbit5585 5 років тому +8

      Absolutely blessed

    • @callaco3176
      @callaco3176 5 років тому +42

      Joeveno That’s because it’s upscaled, this video is obviously from the 80s/90s, there’s only so much upscaling can do.

    • @GABE_is_here
      @GABE_is_here 5 років тому +26

      @@callaco3176 i'm pretty sure they still keep the master recording (don't know what to call it) somewhere. they can scan the film in 4K like what they did to Dead or Alive video

    • @donnalynch1484
      @donnalynch1484 5 років тому +2

      gavetheguy. A break fools,

    • @SKRDELUXE
      @SKRDELUXE 5 років тому +2

      completamente de acuerdo AMIGO

  • @indigoabstract
    @indigoabstract 4 роки тому +5

    I keep thinking, maybe tomorrow... ha!
    Amazing song about unrequited love and Rick's voice can move mountains. Thanks UA-cam for adding the "Loop" button!

  • @shelley2511
    @shelley2511 10 місяців тому +2

    What a voice... Great voice and song!❤

  • @janec385
    @janec385 2 роки тому +3

    Saw you in concert in August in St Paul. You still got it. You have never let us down. 😍 Thank you for being you.

    • @scottrichard5792
      @scottrichard5792 6 місяців тому

      That’s massive! What’s your first memory of him?😉

  • @philliphue8338
    @philliphue8338 3 роки тому +11

    This is a certified hood classic

  • @magnoliamonkeyd4457
    @magnoliamonkeyd4457 5 років тому +4

    Quel bonheur!!! Elles sont toutes belles ses chansons ses clips..Rick Astley vraiment une légende vivante 😉 je suis fan depuis toujours 💖 un artiste accompli et une voix 😚😚😚😚😚

  • @darrylwhitebull8480
    @darrylwhitebull8480 3 роки тому +2

    Oh!!! Wow, Boston days, Rick, thanks for so, much beautiful memories, you are definitely the meaning of, A Class Act

  • @adrienneflowersscott9290
    @adrienneflowersscott9290 3 роки тому +10

    His voice is so rich and amazing. 🎶💗💗

  • @Rockmantika8__
    @Rockmantika8__ 5 років тому +21

    Rick Astley ❤️❤️❤️

  • @germanbg6223
    @germanbg6223 2 роки тому +7

    Man this song comes to me like an arrow straight to the heart❗

  • @lindaellinormikkelsen4148
    @lindaellinormikkelsen4148 Рік тому +2

    Rick Asley is the best singer ,he has so good woice . He has been my favorite since 80 ,s

    • @scottrichard5792
      @scottrichard5792 6 місяців тому

      That’s great! What’s your favorite song of him?

  • @elissel
    @elissel Місяць тому +1

    We will never let RICK go.
    Thanks for the pure delightfulness, you wonderful man. Really helping us thru these weird times...🫠😉🥰

  • @stevetrosok9438
    @stevetrosok9438 Рік тому +4

    Great song.very underrated.

  • @SoniaChamberlain-o3y
    @SoniaChamberlain-o3y 6 днів тому +1

    ❤ love this song ❤

  • @ernestopaz3155
    @ernestopaz3155 3 роки тому +4

    Wow Rick!!! You are a excelent artist!!!

  • @michaelbonacquisti5321
    @michaelbonacquisti5321 2 роки тому +3

    Brings back great memories of the summer of '88...

  • @alonzotanner1226
    @alonzotanner1226 3 роки тому +23

    I love this song. I saw the story where the writers composed this song to appeal to the US audience. It’s amazing what lengths the UK songwriters and producers went to just to captivate us out here. Still, I’m grateful for this. It’s probably my favorite song of his. Then Together Forever is my next favorite after this one.

    • @timothyaugustine7093
      @timothyaugustine7093 3 роки тому +1

      Love Hold Me in Your Arms as well due to the melody plus his deep manly British voice.

  • @vvilches1312
    @vvilches1312 3 роки тому +1

    I wanna cry. Extraordinary song. Extraordinary recalls. 🥺😢❤️🌹🙏

  • @Jeliar
    @Jeliar 4 роки тому +8

    Hello Rick .You are really so amazing and I love your voice and you are really so handsome.Thank you for sharing your video with me.God blessed you always.😍😍😍

  • @jessicadawson8669
    @jessicadawson8669 5 років тому +28

    I love his music nothing like it

  • @susancorgi
    @susancorgi 3 роки тому +3

    Just one of those songs that bring back so much memory of good old days. The 80s.

  • @lindaackerman3507
    @lindaackerman3507 2 роки тому +8

    Time won't stop me loving this gorgeous song...❤❤

    • @scottrichard5792
      @scottrichard5792 6 місяців тому

      How sweet 😊 He always leaves me with beautiful emotions🦋🤗💕 What’s your first memory of him?

  • @rheathesecond
    @rheathesecond 2 роки тому +6

    I believe that Rick Ashley should also be appreciated as a musician, not just a huge meme. Wonder why Rick Astley is so underrated without his signature hit.

  • @ToahNur
    @ToahNur 7 місяців тому +2

    Wonderful. Goose bumps again 😅❤

  • @alexalegado8743
    @alexalegado8743 2 роки тому +3

    THE BEST. I MISS MY HIGH SCHOOL DAYS..

  • @Mike-gt1cs
    @Mike-gt1cs 4 роки тому +2

    The backup singers are making that stage a BEAUTIFUL place to be!

  • @natashagomes-george2214
    @natashagomes-george2214 2 роки тому +16

    Yes this is Rick Astley's best song. The lyrics are amazing. It's a very underrated song. 🙂💓💓💓

  • @ratz822
    @ratz822 3 місяці тому +2

    Love the 80's! IMHO it was the best decade for cloths and songs!

  • @predragdjuranovic8039
    @predragdjuranovic8039 9 місяців тому +3

    Rick legenda 💪

  • @randomlifestyle7677
    @randomlifestyle7677 2 роки тому +2

    I was 4 when I heard this song from my aunt. Its 2022 now, Jm 36 and I still listen to this song

  • @Ruth_Styles
    @Ruth_Styles 9 місяців тому +5

    This is so good it makes my soul sway.❤

    • @scottrichard5792
      @scottrichard5792 6 місяців тому

      I feel same way Ruth! Always leaves one with beautiful emotions🦋🤗💕 Is this your favorite song?

  • @makuijmayke
    @makuijmayke 3 роки тому +1

    My man are you, Rick! ♥️

  • @noonenoone9256
    @noonenoone9256 5 років тому +26

    Rick i know you almost my hole life and you Are the Best singer in the World

  • @bobbiemarsden4340
    @bobbiemarsden4340 8 днів тому +1

    Screw rap . .I want more of this❤❤

  • @normajohnson2437
    @normajohnson2437 5 років тому +7

    Great video, great song, and a great singer.

  • @НаталияИгнатьева-ч6о

    Only you !!!❤❤❤❤😊😊😊