He was a pretty good drummer, but this song isn't a shining example of his capabilities. The arrangement and beat of this song are pretty basic and standard. Far cry from the technical drumming from Genesis.
And this is why I love watching people react to this song - when that beat finally drops, everyone's jaws drop and they finally GET it. This is one of the greatest tunes of all time.
40+ years later I STILL get chills and I still smile when those drums kick in. I saw Phil Collins in the 90s, in the round, at the Orlando Arena. He entered down the steps right beside me. We could hear him singing, but couldn't find him. My husband nudged me and he was standing next to me. I've never felt that feeling before or since. Took my breath away.
Idolatry. He's Just a Man who's Shit stinks, gets bad moods, terrible breathe in the mornings and a bad attitude when life gets on top of him. He does happen to be a Good talented Artist but he isn't worth losing a Heartbeat over. Wake up.
Absolutely..... probably the most recognized tune around the planet..... 7 billion doing air drums all at once!!!! and I still get chills as well... and don't know if I have never not done the air drums .... even driving....
When Phil wrote this song, his marriage was failing and he understood that it was going to end in divorce. He decided to write this song to capture all the feelings. The hatred, mistrust and resentment he was feeling. The best songs are the ones written from the heart. When you can just let go and spill your heart out on a page, you'll write something special every time.
@Bob Quickenden you can say what you about the solo, but it adds a lot to the song and is upbeat and gets you kinda jumping to the beat. It's funny to see that those who are used to their music listen to real music!
The sound of the drums in this song was “invented” by Bob Clearmountain the recording and mixing engineer legend by a happy accident. Then the sound got mainstream and known for as the 80’s gated drum sound.
Too many people forget that Phil Collins was originally the drummer for Genesis, when Peter Gabriel was the lead singer, back in the 70s. Drums, piano/keyboards, vocals, stage presence...this man has it all!
As a child of the 80's, I've heard this song many, many times. To me, the opening couple minutes are a seething anger, gritting his teeth and fighting to stay calm, and at the drum breakdown that anger breaks out and rages. It's powerful because the quiet anger is so menacing, and the last minute or so is the storm breaking.
@@nelliekniftonthats why I always thought till one of his interviews. He says that its not anything specific. He just started started singing one day and wrote the words as he went.
Another person who reacts to songs she's never heard like this (but breaks them down from her perspective as an opera singer and vocal coach) said "It shouldn't be possible" to describe the quality of his singing while playing the drums ... you can find her take on this song here: ua-cam.com/video/gGKgklIV7Ko/v-deo.html Perhaps @IAmNotFamousAnymore should check it out
@@marypeyton2461 Kris Myers, Levon Helm, Don Henley, Roger Taylor, Dave Grohl, Ringo Starr, Jimmy Sullivan, Mike Portnoy, Karen Carpenter... Don't ever try and challenge me when it comes to music, you're just going to end up embarrassing the shit out of yourself.
I loved to watch you going from not knowing THE PHIL COLLINS to seeing the shock in your face when he started drumming. Those of us over a certain age knew it was coming, but to see someone watching him for the first time was such a joy. Thank you!
My mom loved Phil Collins so much that she gave me Collins for a middle name. A tribute to a great artist she said. There will never be another artist like him. Those drums get you every time! Get chills listening to it.
Phil is a musical genius. He obviously sings but he also plays every instrument in that band. He wrote the lyrics, wrote the music, composed, arranged and performed all of his own material. The guy is absolutely a legend. In the pop world, this was an unexpected thing to happen. Many pop songs back then were light and cheery and fluffy and the lyrics didn't really mean much (don't get me wrong, some people actually wrote good lyrics but not many, so pop music in general was hot air). This song came in swinging a sledge hammer. It was dark and moody and catchy and has GREAT lyrics. It was about his divorce; he was a very bitter person when he wrote this, it was a very low point in his life. He got better over time but it is weird that this one turned out to be one of his biggest hits.
@@nancymjohnson It IS rock, yes. And it is Metal. And that is why it shocked everybody listening to the Pop genre. Genesis had been considered Pop and when Phil went solo, his music had been considered Pop. Right up until this song. The guy is SO talented and skilled and artistic! :)
@@Kevin-in2tl Yes, I am aware. Too bad, too. He is greatly missed. I really wish he was in better shape so he could enjoy himself in his retirement but he really ONLY retired because he is no longer physically capable of any of it. I bet he still writes tunes, even if only in his head.
It makes me so happy to see a younger generation who may have never heard music like this in their lifetime be moved and inspired by the passion in this music
I first heard this song in college, in 1981. 40 freaking years ago. It's amazing how timeless this song is. Also, to watch Phil's popularity go up, then deep down and then up again (thanks to UA-cam) has been quite something.
I’m a 62 year old woman who grew up with this song. Saw Genesis in concert 4 times and this song always blew me away. I’m so glad to see a young person getting into this. I’m glad this video popped up for me to watch. Love your reaction!!
You lucky bastages!!! I wish I could have seen either Phil or Genesis in concert. I am in my 50's, but they only played large stadiums, and unfortunately the closest 'large stadium' is more than a 6 hour drive for me. I think they played Toronto and Vancouver which are more than a days drive.
Phil is one of very few artists who sold 100 million albums as part of a group (drummer for Genesis) and as a solo artist. Phil is huge and his music stands the test of time.
Watching people hear that drum fill for the first time always makes my day. Epic! I was lucky enough to see Phil Collins live in his prime about 30 years ago. Still ranks as the best concert I have ever seen
There's also a story how he joined Genesis. Literally, they needed a new drummer and they posted an add in newspaper, saying that they're seeking a drummer. Phil Collins saw it, cut it out and went there and said that he's there to join as a drummer. Band looked him over, gave him a test and said "You're good, and you're hired". So yeah, joined through newspaper ad :) When Peter Gabriel, lead singer left the band, they needed a new singer but didn't quite have one right out of the blue. Phil Collins said he can do it and he did, but during all that time, they considered that a "temporary solution". They had a tour to deal with and so on. Once thing calmed down, they started to look for a new lead singer, after all they were missing one and their drummer had to fill in. But after several tries and candidates, they just couldn't find anyone who would have given them the "feeling" and style what they've become used to with Phil Collins singing. At some point they said "why do we actually waste time on this when we've got the right singer, right here?", referring to Phil Collins and well, the rest is history. No, a legend. Especially since technique wise, singing and drumming are very different and yet he can combine both. Not only that, but he is so good that his singing didn't affect his drumming and his drumming didn't affect his singing and both are physical and very demanding roles. So yeah, Phil Collins is amazing. A legend.
Phil wrote this while going through a divorce. You can hear the emotion edging on anger in not just his voice but in his drumming as well. Fantastic piece of music.
I heard one time he had seen a guy drown a kid in camp. Don’t if it’s true. But he somehow gave free ticket for his show and he turned up Phil had the cops grab him.
You didn't think Phil Collins 'had it it him"? Young man, this is PHIL COLLINS! Drummer extraordinaire. He's not only a passionate singer as this song attests, he's also a soulful singer, a man of dignity. He blew you away, as is appropriate. He's now in a wheelchair though, and his son takes his place on the drum set. Sigh. But these videos render him immortal.
I love to watch young people like yourself give this music a listen..it's what I grew up with. Perhaps it's something that happened in his life..Good job man!!🎉
this is definitely one of those Timeless songs that spans the generations and whoever hears it....GETS IT....a simple hook, a simple message, and a huge impactful meaning. Can't nobody replace him no matter what.
I’m happy you like Phil Collins! I listen to his music on a regular basis! I do chuckle though at how people always go crazy on the famous drum part. It’s not a solo, it’s a a drum break/fill. Very famous one for sure!! 👍👍
It goes without saying that Collins is a musical genius. What I want to comment on is the very well-thought-out production of this number, from the lighting, the echoing effect of certain repeated phrases that gives them a new nuance, his outfit, the walking, the guitar scream to take you out of the trance the beginning build-up has lulled you into before Collins is even on the stage. It's just a total package of magnificence.
Young man, your reaction to this song made my heart smile. 🥰 It was also refreshing to hear your interpretation of the lyrics and how spot on you were. Thank you! 💕
Phil Collins is one of the most amazing composers and singers of all time. He’s got an amazing repertoire of music. This is just one of his many hit songs. He is a giant in the music industry.
I have heard this song 1,000 times and loved it every time. But to have you react and pause and make comments made me emotional! I never really took in the words nor the expression of how Phil sang this until NOW! THANK YOU! I really need to appreciate the music I love to hear by breaking it down into the reasons why it was written and produced.
This sixty year old woman has seen many reactions videos to this song but yours is truly the best and most genuine! When Phil starts playing the drums the pure unadulterated ecstasy on your face says it all! You also know your music. Great job!
One of the greatest live artists that ever lived. It doesn't matter who you are or what your genre is, his music and big drum duos with Chester Thompson are epic.
Phil Collins is a timeless, unbelievably talented composer, musician and vocalist that will always stand out from the rest, along with my other favourite, Eric Clapton. Their music spans all ages, as can be seen from the reaction of people, like this young guy and makes me proud to be British.
Im 65, an came across this video one day at work. I didn't realize I had started singing along with it, as I had headphones on, and didn't realize others could hear me. I got an applause! This song just goes thru me! I hadn't seen the video, but when he got on those drums.......WOW! Check out the rest of his music!
What an awesome reaction when Phil sat down to the drums, it couldn't have been any better! Thank you so much for letting me sit in and watch your pure joy! FABULOUS!
Pure naked talent!!! A true legend!! Original. Its not violent. It’s not disrespectful. But you can feel the power and the agony. This is why almost everyone knows his name40 years later. And he’ll continue to be a legend!
There are so many great Genesis and Phil Collins songs. "I Wish it would rain down" is a classic, lots of famous faces in the video too, like Eric Clapton.
When this was playing, that was the most bad ass scene's. The part that really got me was Crockett was driving and Tubbs was loading his shotgun and they didn't expect to come back alive. You can find that clip on UA-cam.
@@ertted1295 it was used in only two scenes: the pilot (Brothers Keeper) which is the iconic one where they are silently driving and then later in the opening car chase in 4x20 (A Bullet for Crockett). But somehow it has stuck in peoples memories as it being used multiple times.
I'm a huge rap fan and also a phil collins fan. He's the only artist to have an entire album of his songs covered by hip hop and r&b artists called Urban Renewal.
I'm always amazed that people don't know or forget that Phil is a DRUMMER who can sing. And also how steady his voise is when he plays is also AMAZING. The dark lyrics and moody drum sounds reflected the anger and sadness the musician felt leading up to and following their 1980 divorce. Collins has explained that the drowning is symbolic, representing the pain and anger he was feeling at the time. The line really connected as a rebuke, entering the lexicon along with sayings like "I wouldn't give you the time of day" and "not if you were the last person on Earth."
Phil Collins was actually in the audience when The Beatles filmed their movie A Hard Day's Night.. That was when he decided he was going to be a singer, and he also decided to learn the drums. Another fact, in case you had forgotten, was Paul McCartney was in The Beatles; and you had reacted to one of his songs yesterday. Yet another reason to thank The Beatles!! 😁😁
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Erm, no. Phil was given a toy drum set when he was 5, Phil`s uncles made him a drum set when he was young, he always wanted to be a drummer. At 14, he went to the Barbra Speake stage school, his first major role was HDN, but then went on to play the Artful Dodger Oliver Twist on the West End, he didnt really start singing, as in a band, until he joined the band Flaming Youth, even though he was not the lead singer, he was the drummer, but he did sing lead on a few of their tracks. He was certainly in the audience in Hard Days Night, but his sceen was cut! The Beatles were a major influence to him, but he certainly didnt decide to be a singer because of HDN, and definately didnt decide to learn the drums because of it.
DUDE! You made me cry! Wow! Your reaction to when the beat drops and Phil starts Killin it on the drums brought huge tears to my eyes. The sincere shock and pure joy on your face made me well up with tears. This is at least the 11th reaction video I've seen of this song in 2 days and you're the only person who made me cry! Such a great reaction video man. I'm so happy you loved it as much as we do! I grew up on Phil Collins. This is my favorite Phil song. It ALWAYS gives me goosebumps and this LIVE version is the absolute best one of all. So happy I came across this video of yours. Love you man.
He's an ICON!!! a God of the 70's and 80's!!!! Research Genesis, the band he was with before he went out on his own!!!! The best era for music ever!!!! Kids are remaking these iconic songs because nothing has ever taken a nation like the 70's and 80's heart felt songs of the working people!!!! You have to be blue collar to fit in!!!! Music theses days is made with hate, which is sad, because we all have a song in our heart if we just can remember!!!! I love this country, love my fellow Americans.......we have a fight coming to defend this country, I hope you young kids know how to fight!!!! We fought wars at 18, can you??
Ok, I know something about this song's history, so I'll spill the beans. He wrote this as an "ode" to the guy that cheated with his first wife. Dude was an interior decorator doing work on Phil's house. Legend is that he saw them having sex, but never said a word at that time, just left. He later saw the man, confronted and fired him, then divorced his wife. The album this song was released on had a speaker with a paint can on it. Since then, he said in multiple interviews it wasn't about that. But the band member ALL said it was. ... gives new meaning the the "uh, uh, uh, uh, uh..." part, aye? He saw it. Watch his face, even decades later, the contempt is still visceral.
I also heard she wiped out his bank account and took off with the kids. Also his 2nd and 3rd wife cheated. Him $the 3rd wife reunited but then didn’t want to move out the mansion even after he found out she was secretly married. They just all used him. So sad, he’s now in his 70’s and can’t hold a drum stick due to neurological issues. He later in a wheelchair due to chronic back pain. He is a music legend who knows how to play all instruments. I just love him
As a drummer, I can tell that's not the amazing part. What is truly amazing is just how out of sync what he is singing is from what he is playing, and he keeps it all together flawlessly. That's the very hard to do part.
Phil Collins was one of my favorite artists from the time I discovered him with Genesis, when I was an early teen watched him evolve as his own solo artist throughout my teen years, then watched my own children enjoy the Tarzan soundtrack that he wrote and sang most of the songs as well. The man is a musical genius. Obviously, I grew up with this man…lol. I’m glad you have an appreciation for him. I love your channel..
From a 63 year old woman. I have loved Phil Collins and Genesis from the first record that came out. This is my favourite. Gives me goosebumps every time i hear it. Glad you liked it young man. Love from the UK ( England ).
All I could say while watching you was.. waaaaait for it - your reaction to his drum solo was PRICELESS!!! 😬👍🎉 .. Phil’s perfectly choreographed walk to his iconic moment - EPIC! This song, no matter who you are, no matter t genre you love, no matter your age… you can’t help but feel a connection and excitement here. Phil rocks!!!
I saw Phil Collins with Genesis, he's outstanding! Can you imagine how difficult it would be to be able to sing like that at the same time he's drumming his heart out like that? I'd barely be able to breathe just doing the drumming, let alone singing on top of it.
Phil Collins is one of the greatest singers of his generation AND one of the greatest drummers. To be able to do both at the same time is just........ phenomenal
In the Air Tonight was played during a key scene in the pilot episode. Absolutely brilliant tv cinematography that changed television forever. All those hits songs seamlessly stitched into tv shows over the years? Thank Miami Vice, Michael Mann, and Phil Collins for that.
Your reaction when Phil hit the drums was EPIC!!!...Not only that, but you clearly felt the music and made pauses in the beat to look deeper into the soul of its creation and meaning...You watched and studied the passion that Phil Collins had as he was singing and drumming...That was the best reaction video I have ever seen..You made my day!...You had stars in your eyes!...I will forever link this song, In the Air Tonight, with Miami Vice...Season 1, episode 2 (Brothers keeper) end scene with Tubbs and Crocket driving down the road in a Ferrari Daytona Spyder....Thanks for the great reaction and the walk down memory lane!
Phil Collins has been in the top 5 wealthiest drummers since the late 80s. Started as the drummer for Genesis, then moved to singer after Peter Gabriel went solo.
I had the exact same reaction to that drum solo as you did when I first heard it. I think everyone does. It gave me goose bumps in 1980 and still does to this day. Great Reaction!
The live performance has the best sound.. We saw his last tour in 2019. He showed up with the cane and still performing as always. His son at the drums. Perfect!
I'm a classic rock DJ and I've spilled a few folks' beers in my time playing this track rather quietly then cranking it RIGHT up for the drum hits! The look of shock on their faces is priceless!
That drum solo was what everyone was watching for. He was the drummer for Genesis a band. He went solo here. We all knew he was heading to the drums. I loved your reaction!
Yes, we saw him in concert at The Echo Arena in Liverpool when he walked on and nobody recognized him until he sang. UNFORGETABLE evening! It was also great to see his son following in his dad's footsteps on the drums.
That was freaking great!! I have been waiting for you to get to this song. You did not disappoint!! I had to watch your reaction to him wearing the drums out a couple of times. Priceless!!
It’s so cool as a child of the 80’s to watch these young ones experience the mastery of music we were spoiled with back then. Before autotune there was the vocoder which Phil Collins used in this live performance. Can’t wait for you to discover more bro 💜 big love
One of the best drummers from my era. Still listen to him today. How many people listen to this song, hands up, when Phil drumming they air drum. I do. Excellent song, excellent performance.
One of my favorite songs of all time-no need for any cheap frills. Just watching this intelligent young man’s enjoyment of a timeless classic actually made me tear up. As a musician I love when a song lights up and gains momentum or captures a special moment. I was on the edge of my seat and he didn’t disappoint. His excitement was so infectious-I fell in love with this version all over again. Thank you 🙏🏽 ❤❤❤❤❤❤
I want you for my little brother. You fly!!! I'm an (almost) sixty two year old Jewish grandmother. I heard this when it first came out! You are a pure, particular sweetie!! Love you man.
I was fortunate enough to see them perform at the old Forum in LA years ago. I can still remember how the drums felt. I swear it was a vibration that came out of his drumset, ran thru the floor and up through your feet and legs. Spectacular vocalist, drummer and performer.
Those drums are still unmatched to this day. Not only a talented singer and lyricist but also a phenomenal percussionist.
He was a pretty good drummer, but this song isn't a shining example of his capabilities. The arrangement and beat of this song are pretty basic and standard. Far cry from the technical drumming from Genesis.
The man, the legend, the myth. A great song.
Prince
And this is why I love watching people react to this song - when that beat finally drops, everyone's jaws drop and they finally GET it. This is one of the greatest tunes of all time.
Omg, I couldn't wait for his reaction, I almost fast forwarded!! 😂😂😂
Right
Most certainly the best ever DIVORCE SONG!
The main course always tastes better when the Chef makes you wait for it.
Absolutely 💯
40+ years later I STILL get chills and I still smile when those drums kick in. I saw Phil Collins in the 90s, in the round, at the Orlando Arena. He entered down the steps right beside me. We could hear him singing, but couldn't find him. My husband nudged me and he was standing next to me. I've never felt that feeling before or since. Took my breath away.
WOW 😳
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I smile, cry and sing my fool head off !!!!!!
Idolatry.
He's Just a Man who's Shit stinks, gets bad moods, terrible breathe in the mornings and a bad attitude when life gets on top of him.
He does happen to be a Good talented Artist but he isn't worth losing a Heartbeat over.
Wake up.
That’s awesome, had a similar experience with Rob Halford of Judas Priest.
Absolutely..... probably the most recognized tune around the planet..... 7 billion doing air drums all at once!!!! and I still get chills as well... and don't know if I have never not done the air drums .... even driving....
When Phil wrote this song, his marriage was failing and he understood that it was going to end in divorce. He decided to write this song to capture all the feelings. The hatred, mistrust and resentment he was feeling. The best songs are the ones written from the heart. When you can just let go and spill your heart out on a page, you'll write something special every time.
It was actually when he came home from his tour, and his wife said basically I’m getting a divorce, and taking the kids. He was devastated.
Saw a commentary last nite w phil he says nots what’s means. He actually just improvised as he went along
@@kathymorgan4233 Remember where you saw the commentary? I’d like to watch that. 😃
@@hensmom6473 face value documentary, I think it was
I think it was in a video of the top 2000 agogo yt channel where he exactly told how and why he wrote this song, you spot on👍 @@kathymorgan4233
No tracks. No autotune. Live in an arena. That is how it’s done.
No matter how many times I hear that drum solo, it still gives me chills, so frickin coooool.
I'll air drum it every time, and never get it right, but I'm ok with that.
Absolutely!!!! My dad is a drummer and he would play it and it was so great
Everyone in the world either at home or in the car or on a plane or train waits for that part and we all play the drums!!!!
@Bob Quickenden you can say what you about the solo, but it adds a lot to the song and is upbeat and gets you kinda jumping to the beat. It's funny to see that those who are used to their music listen to real music!
The sound of the drums in this song was “invented” by Bob Clearmountain the recording and mixing engineer legend by a happy accident. Then the sound got mainstream and known for as the 80’s gated drum sound.
Too many people forget that Phil Collins was originally the drummer for Genesis, when Peter Gabriel was the lead singer, back in the 70s. Drums, piano/keyboards, vocals, stage presence...this man has it all!
I've thought the same thing.
As a child of the 80's, I've heard this song many, many times. To me, the opening couple minutes are a seething anger, gritting his teeth and fighting to stay calm, and at the drum breakdown that anger breaks out and rages. It's powerful because the quiet anger is so menacing, and the last minute or so is the storm breaking.
I heard it was written after his first divorce… might be one of those urban myths but hey.
@@nelliekniftonthats why I always thought till one of his interviews. He says that its not anything specific. He just started started singing one day and wrote the words as he went.
The look on your face when Phil lit up the drums lit up this grandmas heart. Iconic musician, iconic song. Your appreciation was delightful. ❤
I was thinking the exact same thing! I love it when younger people actually get "our" music!
Wasn't just him on the drums. Razzy Bailey was his drummer on the back up band.
he was acting
And can we talk about how amazing it is that he can SING while playing the drums??? Mad skill.
I know, I always had great respect for him for that
There's literally thousands of drummers who can sing while playing.
@@IAmNotFamousAnymore
Name 1?
Another person who reacts to songs she's never heard like this (but breaks them down from her perspective as an opera singer and vocal coach) said "It shouldn't be possible" to describe the quality of his singing while playing the drums ... you can find her take on this song here: ua-cam.com/video/gGKgklIV7Ko/v-deo.html
Perhaps @IAmNotFamousAnymore should check it out
@@marypeyton2461 Kris Myers, Levon Helm, Don Henley, Roger Taylor, Dave Grohl, Ringo Starr, Jimmy Sullivan, Mike Portnoy, Karen Carpenter... Don't ever try and challenge me when it comes to music, you're just going to end up embarrassing the shit out of yourself.
I loved to watch you going from not knowing THE PHIL COLLINS to seeing the shock in your face when he started drumming. Those of us over a certain age knew it was coming, but to see someone watching him for the first time was such a joy. Thank you!
My mom loved Phil Collins so much that she gave me Collins for a middle name. A tribute to a great artist she said. There will never be another artist like him. Those drums get you every time! Get chills listening to it.
Love your story! Yes Phil is LEGEND!
Love this
Phil is a musical genius. He obviously sings but he also plays every instrument in that band. He wrote the lyrics, wrote the music, composed, arranged and performed all of his own material. The guy is absolutely a legend.
In the pop world, this was an unexpected thing to happen. Many pop songs back then were light and cheery and fluffy and the lyrics didn't really mean much (don't get me wrong, some people actually wrote good lyrics but not many, so pop music in general was hot air).
This song came in swinging a sledge hammer. It was dark and moody and catchy and has GREAT lyrics.
It was about his divorce; he was a very bitter person when he wrote this, it was a very low point in his life. He got better over time but it is weird that this one turned out to be one of his biggest hits.
This is rock and roll!! You are going to “pop” hell for calling it pop LOL. Rock on! 😎☮️❤️
@@nancymjohnson It IS rock, yes. And it is Metal. And that is why it shocked everybody listening to the Pop genre. Genesis had been considered Pop and when Phil went solo, his music had been considered Pop. Right up until this song. The guy is SO talented and skilled and artistic! :)
He's retired now
@@Kevin-in2tl Yes, I am aware. Too bad, too. He is greatly missed.
I really wish he was in better shape so he could enjoy himself in his retirement but he really ONLY retired because he is no longer physically capable of any of it. I bet he still writes tunes, even if only in his head.
When you are AUTHENTIC you get a hit. And why he had SO many. Phil is real. AND real good!
It makes me so happy to see a younger generation who may have never heard music like this in their lifetime be moved and inspired by the passion in this music
same here!! My grown children all knew this song at a young age. ✌️
I first heard this song in college, in 1981. 40 freaking years ago. It's amazing how timeless this song is. Also, to watch Phil's popularity go up, then deep down and then up again (thanks to UA-cam) has been quite something.
Yea I'm a 84 guy and this song is catchy . He's a treasure to the music business
I’m a 62 year old woman who grew up with this song. Saw Genesis in concert 4 times and this song always blew me away. I’m so glad to see a young person getting into this. I’m glad this video popped up for me to watch. Love your reaction!!
I seen them at Wembley 87. I was r en in the fan club jeeez ha ha
I am 68 and forwarded this video to my 31 & 34 year old daughters !!!!!! They flipped the hell out !!!!!!! LOVE ❤️😘
You lucky bastages!!! I wish I could have seen either Phil or Genesis in concert. I am in my 50's, but they only played large stadiums, and unfortunately the closest 'large stadium' is more than a 6 hour drive for me. I think they played Toronto and Vancouver which are more than a days drive.
Me too ❤ 9:38
Still after all these years STILL gives me chills 😱😱😱
In The Air Tonight
Phil is one of very few artists who sold 100 million albums as part of a group (drummer for Genesis) and as a solo artist. Phil is huge and his music stands the test of time.
Rare company indeed. The other two are Paul McCartney and Michael Jackson
100 million here, 100 million there, and pretty soon you are talking about a lot of albums.
Watching people hear that drum fill for the first time always makes my day. Epic!
I was lucky enough to see Phil Collins live in his prime about 30 years ago. Still ranks as the best concert I have ever seen
Me too, I saw him in Tacoma WA in 1983. Wow!
No auto tune, no components, no four letter words, just 100% pure music by a master!!!
Lord?
And 200% pure passion.
Well there is a Roland VP330 vocoder on his voice.
Go back and listen old Genises, Abacab, I forgot how awesome it is
An encoder is almost auto tune…. Just saying…
now you have experienced one of the greatest drum transitions/fills in music history. just so iconic
Love it when you young folks discover and appreciate this type of musical talent!
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This is how real music is meant to sound!
If I'm a croud of people I have to give myself a minute to go listen to that drum solo
Amen!
There's also a story how he joined Genesis. Literally, they needed a new drummer and they posted an add in newspaper, saying that they're seeking a drummer. Phil Collins saw it, cut it out and went there and said that he's there to join as a drummer. Band looked him over, gave him a test and said "You're good, and you're hired". So yeah, joined through newspaper ad :)
When Peter Gabriel, lead singer left the band, they needed a new singer but didn't quite have one right out of the blue. Phil Collins said he can do it and he did, but during all that time, they considered that a "temporary solution". They had a tour to deal with and so on. Once thing calmed down, they started to look for a new lead singer, after all they were missing one and their drummer had to fill in. But after several tries and candidates, they just couldn't find anyone who would have given them the "feeling" and style what they've become used to with Phil Collins singing. At some point they said "why do we actually waste time on this when we've got the right singer, right here?", referring to Phil Collins and well, the rest is history. No, a legend. Especially since technique wise, singing and drumming are very different and yet he can combine both. Not only that, but he is so good that his singing didn't affect his drumming and his drumming didn't affect his singing and both are physical and very demanding roles. So yeah, Phil Collins is amazing. A legend.
Lol! I was just going to suggest Peter Gabriel to him as another song of the past to review.
Drummer first, singer second, Legend Phil Collins, love the reaction x
A GOOSEBUMP SONG !!TIMELESS!!
Young man,you just witnessed the magic of the greatest drummer,ever.
Phil wrote this while going through a divorce. You can hear the emotion edging on anger in not just his voice but in his drumming as well. Fantastic piece of music.
His bio is good to read
Similar with Midge Ure - 'Answers to nothing' had a similar theme, but maybe less pointed
I heard one time he had seen a guy drown a kid in camp. Don’t if it’s true. But he somehow gave free ticket for his show and he turned up Phil had the cops grab him.
@@elizabethbriggs5283 Good on him if it is true.
@@dondiego2262 unfortunately or fortunately it's not he talked about it on a talk show he said it wasn't true.
You didn't think Phil Collins 'had it it him"? Young man, this is PHIL COLLINS! Drummer extraordinaire. He's not only a passionate singer as this song attests, he's also a soulful singer, a man of dignity. He blew you away, as is appropriate. He's now in a wheelchair though, and his son takes his place on the drum set. Sigh. But these videos render him immortal.
Agree we saw him do this live in the U.K. and also Genesis , he’s the master ❤️
Joanne he’s became a legend
Heros get remembered legends never die he in his own right has became a legend
I mean honestly cheesy line from the sandlot but the great bambino honestly hasn’t died
I didn't know he was in a wheelchair, that's so sad
The drum hook gets me every time I hear it. Goosebumps
I love to watch young people like yourself give this music a listen..it's what I grew up with. Perhaps it's something that happened in his life..Good job man!!🎉
Love how he looked bored as hell at the beginning then he started feeling it and then the drums blew him away! 🤣
To me it looks like Phil took you on an emotional rollercoaster. I love that you are listening to these songs and appreciate them.
this is definitely one of those Timeless songs that spans the generations and whoever hears it....GETS IT....a simple hook, a simple message, and a huge impactful meaning. Can't nobody replace him no matter what.
And crazy drums, you don't hear anywhere else.
All truly great music is timeless
Thank you for sharing this great song.
His ex-wife. Bad divorce.
Especially after The Hangover
I’m happy you like Phil Collins! I listen to his music on a regular basis! I do chuckle though at how people always go crazy on the famous drum part. It’s not a solo, it’s a a drum break/fill. Very famous one for sure!! 👍👍
It goes without saying that Collins is a musical genius. What I want to comment on is the very well-thought-out production of this number, from the lighting, the echoing effect of certain repeated phrases that gives them a new nuance, his outfit, the walking, the guitar scream to take you out of the trance the beginning build-up has lulled you into before Collins is even on the stage. It's just a total package of magnificence.
Young man, your reaction to this song made my heart smile. 🥰 It was also refreshing to hear your interpretation of the lyrics and how spot on you were. Thank you! 💕
Phil Collins is one of the most amazing composers and singers of all time. He’s got an amazing repertoire of music. This is just one of his many hit songs. He is a giant in the music industry.
The delight on your face is worth a $Million. Love your react videos. As someone who grew up on the 60's & 70's, this music runs in my veins
Still gives me chills every time I hear this song!!!! Amazing!!!
I have heard this song 1,000 times and loved it every time. But to have you react and pause and make comments made me emotional! I never really took in the words nor the expression of how Phil sang this until NOW! THANK YOU! I really need to appreciate the music I love to hear by breaking it down into the reasons why it was written and produced.
This sixty year old woman has seen many reactions videos to this song but yours is truly the best and most genuine! When Phil starts playing the drums the pure unadulterated ecstasy on your face says it all! You also know your music. Great job!
twinsthenewtrend channel had a great reaction to this video as well.
Cute young man
One of the greatest live artists that ever lived. It doesn't matter who you are or what your genre is, his music and big drum duos with Chester Thompson are epic.
Loved your face when he started playing the drums. Even when you have heard this 100 times it is still awesome
If you’re like everyone else, you crank the volume at that point because you want to hear every beat.
So I’m not the only one? Geeez!! I feel heard!!😅😂😂😘
It's in just about a million movies every millennial has heard this song before I promise you
Phil Collins is a timeless, unbelievably talented composer, musician and vocalist that will always stand out from the rest, along with my other favourite, Eric Clapton.
Their music spans all ages, as can be seen from the reaction of people, like this young guy and makes me proud to be British.
I’m just gonna say it -when the beat drops and he hits those drums it’s just about orgasmic,lol
EARGASM!!!!!!!
Im 65, an came across this video one day at work. I didn't realize I had started singing along with it, as I had headphones on, and didn't realize others could hear me. I got an applause! This song just goes thru me! I hadn't seen the video, but when he got on those drums.......WOW! Check out the rest of his music!
What an awesome reaction when Phil sat down to the drums, it couldn't have been any better! Thank you so much for letting me sit in and watch your pure joy! FABULOUS!
OMG, thank you so much, your pure joy when he hits the drums just brought the biggest smile to my face, brilliant 👏.
Pure naked talent!!! A true legend!! Original. Its not violent. It’s not disrespectful. But you can feel the power and the agony. This is why almost everyone knows his name40 years later. And he’ll continue to be a legend!
There are so many great Genesis and Phil Collins songs. "I Wish it would rain down" is a classic, lots of famous faces in the video too, like Eric Clapton.
yup that is in my top 3 with ''against all odds'' and ''paradise''..
'Follow me, follow you'. Used to play it on repeat. Love it. From the album 'Then there were three'
They way your eyes went wide at 8 37 that was precisely and perfect. Thank you for that reaction perfect and precisely
It’s been over thirty years and I still get chills listening this to this. He captured the emotion in an incredible manner.
This was a vicious backdrop song for Miami Vice...revenge, anger, payback...that stuff we all feel at times, but rarely express
When this was playing, that was the most bad ass scene's. The part that really got me was Crockett was driving and Tubbs was loading his shotgun and they didn't expect to come back alive. You can find that clip on UA-cam.
@@eddavis9704 many many times they were moving fast whatever they were in when this song
@@ertted1295 it was used in only two scenes: the pilot (Brothers Keeper) which is the iconic one where they are silently driving and then later in the opening car chase in 4x20 (A Bullet for Crockett). But somehow it has stuck in peoples memories as it being used multiple times.
@@Henrik_Holst It was also on the soundtrack for the show.
I'm a huge rap fan and also a phil collins fan. He's the only artist to have an entire album of his songs covered by hip hop and r&b artists called Urban Renewal.
Going to have to find that album!
As a 50-something music fan really love how the younger generations are "discovering" classics like this... xoxo
& then PC drops the drum beat...
I'm always amazed that people don't know or forget that Phil is a DRUMMER who can sing.
And also how steady his voise is when he plays is also AMAZING.
The dark lyrics and moody drum sounds reflected the anger and sadness the musician felt leading up to and following their 1980 divorce.
Collins has explained that the drowning is symbolic, representing the pain and anger he was feeling at the time. The line really connected as a rebuke, entering the lexicon along with sayings like "I wouldn't give you the time of day" and "not if you were the last person on Earth."
Listening to this song EVERY TIME I see Crocett and Tubbs driving at night ......:) love it!
He makes you feel every word. Then, add the drum solo. Absolutely amazing!
Phil Collins was actually in the audience when The Beatles filmed their movie A Hard Day's Night.. That was when he decided he was going to be a singer, and he also decided to learn the drums. Another fact, in case you had forgotten, was Paul McCartney was in The Beatles; and you had reacted to one of his songs yesterday. Yet another reason to thank The Beatles!! 😁😁
Agreed. :)
And Bob Dylan introduced the Beatles to "Dr ug s" and they introduced him the the sound of the electric guitar. Or the legend goes lol
And "THE FATHER'S OF IT ALL' "❗❗❗Lil Richard, Chuck Berry, Muddy Walters. ALL WHOM THE BEATLES AND FRAMPTON. IDOLIZED N READILY "ADMIT" THEY LEARNED NEARLY EVERYTHING FROM ❗❗🔺 (((((THEY' ADMIT IT READILY N "ALL" OF THE TIME‼️‼️‼️❗)))))) THE PUBLICIST JUST TOO SHALLOW TO GIVE THE "REAL ROOTS" THE PROPS: N some maybe don't know Rock and all American music roots originated with one group being on this shore! Historical Fact:. They were NOT JAMMIN in the "old country"! You THINK most strong enough to hear THE WHOLE' TRUTH❓‼️‼️ JUST ASK PAUL MCCARTNEY N PETER FRAMPTON ON ANY' GIVEN' DAY'‼️‼️‼️‼️
@@bonitahobbs2374 Great job with all the stupid censoring. Nobody knows what in all the fucks you just said. :P
Erm, no.
Phil was given a toy drum set when he was 5, Phil`s uncles made him a drum set when he was young, he always wanted to be a drummer.
At 14, he went to the Barbra Speake stage school, his first major role was HDN, but then went on to play the Artful Dodger Oliver Twist on the West End, he didnt really start singing, as in a band, until he joined the band Flaming Youth, even though he was not the lead singer, he was the drummer, but he did sing lead on a few of their tracks.
He was certainly in the audience in Hard Days Night, but his sceen was cut!
The Beatles were a major influence to him, but he certainly didnt decide to be a singer because of HDN, and definately didnt decide to learn the drums because of it.
"Just Another Day in Paradise'' by Phil Collins is one of my favourites. So talented. :)
DUDE! You made me cry! Wow! Your reaction to when the beat drops and Phil starts Killin it on the drums brought huge tears to my eyes. The sincere shock and pure joy on your face made me well up with tears. This is at least the 11th reaction video I've seen of this song in 2 days and you're the only person who made me cry! Such a great reaction video man. I'm so happy you loved it as much as we do! I grew up on Phil Collins. This is my favorite Phil song. It ALWAYS gives me goosebumps and this LIVE version is the absolute best one of all. So happy I came across this video of yours. Love you man.
He's an ICON!!! a God of the 70's and 80's!!!! Research Genesis, the band he was with before he went out on his own!!!! The best era for music ever!!!! Kids are remaking these iconic songs because nothing has ever taken a nation like the 70's and 80's heart felt songs of the working people!!!! You have to be blue collar to fit in!!!! Music theses days is made with hate, which is sad, because we all have a song in our heart if we just can remember!!!! I love this country, love my fellow Americans.......we have a fight coming to defend this country, I hope you young kids know how to fight!!!! We fought wars at 18, can you??
Ok, I know something about this song's history, so I'll spill the beans.
He wrote this as an "ode" to the guy that cheated with his first wife. Dude was an interior decorator doing work on Phil's house.
Legend is that he saw them having sex, but never said a word at that time, just left.
He later saw the man, confronted and fired him, then divorced his wife.
The album this song was released on had a speaker with a paint can on it.
Since then, he said in multiple interviews it wasn't about that.
But the band member ALL said it was. ... gives new meaning the the "uh, uh, uh, uh, uh..." part, aye?
He saw it. Watch his face, even decades later, the contempt is still visceral.
I also heard she wiped out his bank account and took off with the kids. Also his 2nd and 3rd wife cheated. Him $the 3rd wife reunited but then didn’t want to move out the mansion even after he found out she was secretly married. They just all used him. So sad, he’s now in his 70’s and can’t hold a drum stick due to neurological issues. He later in a wheelchair due to chronic back pain. He is a music legend who knows how to play all instruments. I just love him
They probably had an NDA clause in their divorce agreement.
he was smart not to get pulled into some Depp shit naming them lol
I feel like I remember an interview a few years ago and someone asked him what this song was really about and he said his 1st wife
Wrong, he didn't write it as a "ode" to the guy his wife cheated on him with, I believe it was to his wife/ex-wife.
Great reaction! That look on your face when he went over to the drums was priceless! I loved seeing your reaction to that drum section.
9:08 "I was not expecting that!"
Neither was the rest of the Free World.
Those drums get me every time! ❤ If any y'all played the drums you know how physical it is. He sings flawlessly even while drumming. Legendary
As a drummer, I can tell that's not the amazing part. What is truly amazing is just how out of sync what he is singing is from what he is playing, and he keeps it all together flawlessly. That's the very hard to do part.
The look of confusion on your face when the crowd was cheering for the drum entrance. Priceless
The most famous drum break in music history! Phil Collins!
I could see the moment when the chills set in... It's a surreal almost other worldly experience listening to this song 😱🥰
Phil Collins was one of my favorite artists from the time I discovered him with Genesis, when I was an early teen watched him evolve as his own solo artist throughout my teen years, then watched my own children enjoy the Tarzan soundtrack that he wrote and sang most of the songs as well. The man is a musical genius. Obviously, I grew up with this man…lol. I’m glad you have an appreciation for him. I love your channel..
From a 63 year old woman. I have loved Phil Collins and Genesis from the first record that came out. This is my favourite. Gives me goosebumps every time i hear it. Glad you liked it young man. Love from the UK ( England ).
I'm 70 and still get chills!!
8:30 He knows something is coming.
8:35 The reaction we all came to see.
YEEEEES!!!!!
Just found this now and I was DYING !!! You were hilarious. Saw him in concert. No words
All I could say while watching you was.. waaaaait for it - your reaction to his drum solo was PRICELESS!!! 😬👍🎉 .. Phil’s perfectly choreographed walk to his iconic moment - EPIC! This song, no matter who you are, no matter t genre you love, no matter your age… you can’t help but feel a connection and excitement here.
Phil rocks!!!
Phil Collins will always be the king of drum solos. There is always so much soul put into his music. Been a fan of his for many years.
I saw Phil Collins with Genesis, he's outstanding! Can you imagine how difficult it would be to be able to sing like that at the same time he's drumming his heart out like that? I'd barely be able to breathe just doing the drumming, let alone singing on top of it.
Ya, it's not easy, but Karen Carpenter was also a amazing drunmer and could do that while singing. Both are great.
Yeah.
Phil SMASHES drums bro.
And sings at the same time.
Best in the business.
Get you some!!!
Watching your reaction…..priceless!
Phil Collins is one of the greatest singers of his generation AND one of the greatest drummers. To be able to do both at the same time is just........ phenomenal
This song always reminded me of Miami Vice. Phil and Genesis have always been my favorite. Such happy childhood memories when I hear their songs.
In the Air Tonight was played during a key scene in the pilot episode. Absolutely brilliant tv cinematography that changed television forever. All those hits songs seamlessly stitched into tv shows over the years? Thank Miami Vice, Michael Mann, and Phil Collins for that.
Really love this guy's enthusiasm .
Makes you relive what you take for granted.
Yeah great music and Phil Collins is quite something too.
Listen to Another Day In Paradise, it’s a very moving song that brings me to tears .
Your reaction when Phil hit the drums was EPIC!!!...Not only that, but you clearly felt the music and made pauses in the beat to look deeper into the soul of its creation and meaning...You watched and studied the passion that Phil Collins had as he was singing and drumming...That was the best reaction video I have ever seen..You made my day!...You had stars in your eyes!...I will forever link this song, In the Air Tonight, with Miami Vice...Season 1, episode 2 (Brothers keeper) end scene with Tubbs and Crocket driving down the road in a Ferrari Daytona Spyder....Thanks for the great reaction and the walk down memory lane!
Phil Collins has been in the top 5 wealthiest drummers since the late 80s. Started as the drummer for Genesis, then moved to singer after Peter Gabriel went solo.
I had the exact same reaction to that drum solo as you did when I first heard it. I think everyone does. It gave me goose bumps in 1980 and still does to this day. Great Reaction!
The live performance has the best sound.. We saw his last tour in 2019. He showed up with the cane and still performing as always. His son at the drums. Perfect!
OMG...I love seeing ur reaction...priceless
At 8 34 your reaction was excellent and perfect. That one part made my day. Thx
I'm a classic rock DJ and I've spilled a few folks' beers in my time playing this track rather quietly then cranking it RIGHT up for the drum hits! The look of shock on their faces is priceless!
That drum solo was what everyone was watching for. He was the drummer for Genesis a band. He went solo here. We all knew he was heading to the drums. I loved your reaction!
He was one of the best singers of his time. His hands and body finally gave out and he had to retire. Just the BEST!
Yes, we saw him in concert at The Echo Arena in Liverpool when he walked on and nobody recognized him until he sang.
UNFORGETABLE evening!
It was also great to see his son following in his dad's footsteps on the drums.
Now this is true Showmanship❤
Hey lill dude I’m amazed by your knowledge and feeling for music. The way u express yourself ✅🦁
That was freaking great!! I have been waiting for you to get to this song. You did not disappoint!! I had to watch your reaction to him wearing the drums out a couple of times. Priceless!!
Probably the best live version of any studio track in history.
This is my favorite live version. Love when he’s walking up the stairs to the drums and he stops at sings I remember don’t worry. He meant it.
It’s so cool as a child of the 80’s to watch these young ones experience the mastery of music we were spoiled with back then. Before autotune there was the vocoder which Phil Collins used in this live performance. Can’t wait for you to discover more bro 💜 big love
One of the best drummers from my era. Still listen to him today. How many people listen to this song, hands up, when Phil drumming they air drum. I do. Excellent song, excellent performance.
One of my favorite songs of all time-no need for any cheap frills. Just watching this intelligent young man’s enjoyment of a timeless classic actually made me tear up. As a musician I love when a song lights up and gains momentum or captures a special moment. I was on the edge of my seat and he didn’t disappoint. His excitement was so infectious-I fell in love with this version all over again. Thank you 🙏🏽 ❤❤❤❤❤❤
Hands down one of the best songs ever written! Phil Collins is a living legend!
I want you for my little brother. You fly!!! I'm an (almost) sixty two year old Jewish grandmother. I heard this when it first came out! You are a pure, particular sweetie!! Love you man.
Phil Collins is also a well known percussionist...watch his live concert fantastic drum battles and duets with Chester Thompson...
I was fortunate enough to see them perform at the old Forum in LA years ago. I can still remember how the drums felt. I swear it was a vibration that came out of his drumset, ran thru the floor and up through your feet and legs. Spectacular vocalist, drummer and performer.