@@shirleycameron7718 Certainly by far the best, but far from the original. It was written for a very forgettable movie named Unchained. A man in prison pining for his wife.
This song , which also appeared in the movie Ghost , has been covered over 670 times ......but Bobby Hatfield absolutely nailed it .... Righteous Brothers inducted into the R and R Hall of Fame in 2003 . [ or 2004 ] .
This is what live T.V. used to be like, what you saw and heard was happening right then. No auto tune, no overdubbing, no splicing together several takes. It was all live, and it was fabulous.
Bobby was just 24 years old when this was was performed. He was a counter-tenor, which is the rarest male voice, who can sing as high as a soprano or mezzo-soprano. He doesn’t change from his chest voice to a falsetto, he is able to run up and down the scales easily. He doesn’t have to strain to hit those highs.
Yes! No falsetto here! Just a natural, unearthly beautiful, high-register Tenor. And Bill.. one of the greatest Baritones ever. That night I'm sure he was singing to his bride to be, Joy. But Bobby always put his heart and soul into all his Performaces. As did Bill. That was just one thing that set them apart.
Nobody... nobody sings this song like Bobby Hatfield imho. His vocals are just stunning... the control, the range, the vibrato, the sweetness, and the ease at which he hits those high notes is unbelievable.This was live... and at that time there was no autotune, nor engineering trickery. What you heard was all him... pure raw talent...awesome performance! Loved your reaction Taylor fam.!!
Bobby Hatfield's glorious, captivating vocals bring out the magic of this beautiful song. He pours his heart and soul into very word, note and nuance making the song and its emotion resonate in us. To me, this is the most beautiful, moving performance ever! Never fails to give me chills. Appreciate your comments and reaction to this song. For a change of pace, Bobby Hatfield singing Summertime live is worthwhile checking out. 🕊💜 🕯
Leslie, I feel exactly the way you and a hundred others do after hearing this version of the song. In my book it is THE most romantic song ever. It draws out the most powerful emotions. There is a reason the ladies reacting to this song start tearing up and some of us guys too. The lyrics are poignant, the background music is so smooth and evocative and then you add Bobby's voice. Incredible experience.
A great singer doesn't need to show off, just live inside the song and know when to hold back, and when to burst out, which is what Bobby did, and gave the vocal flourishes at the approproate places, and held back the volume and range for the climax of the song. American Idol and other programs, and singers, need to take note, and understand, excellence is NOT about the singer, it's about the song. Bobby died at age 63 in a hotel room from a heart attack in Kalamazoo MI, just 50 minutes from my house, 20 years ago in fall 2023. While on tour with Bill. That day really shook me, I heard the news on the radio on the way to my music teacher job at school, and I had to pull over for a few minutes and cry. I grew up with this music...
He was amazing. I was watching that night in 1965. I was 22 years old and fell in love, along with millions of women in the world. Bobby was a counter_tenor, an amazing, rare vocal range. Together with Bill, they were the best duo ever heard. Bobby passed away in 2003, age 63. 8 months after their induction into the RnR Hall of Fame. Bill is still touring with a new partner. He's 82. Bobby will always be sorely missed. But he let a legacy of beautiful music for the ages to come. There will never be another Bobby. Or another duo like The Righteous Brothers. I could give you a long list. But other commenter will too. Happy hunting. Your reaction made tears come to my eyes. Thank you.
Thank you so so so much for playing this version of the Righteous Brothers. Watching Andy Williams this day was a blessing but when they came on my mom could hardly keep me down, lol. That was a double swoon night for me.
Bobby Hatfield's voice was magic. This is the first real song and piece of music I fell in love with as a child. My Dad loved music, and played this one day. I was entranced by it, and love it to the this day. I still have my Dad's 45 of this song. Not a scratch on it.
Beautiful,soulful and the most perfect version ever presented. This performance by Bobby Hatfield was even better than the studio cut which charted twice.
He was so, so talented! I was in high school in 1965. I heard this song when it was first released. Beautiful! This is THE best version of this song, nobody sang it like Bobby! I'm 75 years old. I still get goosebumps and even shed a tear everytime I hear it, even now. Thanks for a great reaction. My generation had the best music ever, hands down!!!
21 years ago, I married my husband and my friend who was playing piano, was also the one who had introduced us. We married at my elderly fathers house which helped him mentally since my mother died 1 year earlier. My friend asked what music I wanted played and I let her choose. But I walked down aisle to my husband to Unchained Melody. Everyone was smiling due to the wedding, but once they recognized this song, they smiled wider. I swore I'd never walk to Here Comes The Bride, when I learned in college that it was written as a joke for Midsummer Nights Dream. I felt that was bad luck. So, I chose a song that was out of the box and was mine and my husband's song anyway. Thank you sir for your reaction. May God bless.
This was live!! I’ve heard a lot of people cover this and like you, I think his is hands down the best. Bobby Hatfield owned this song, and will forevermore.🤗❤️🐝
This group is fantastic! They were known as Blue-Eyed Soul. It is beautiful yet haunting. I've always imagined that this song would fit deployed soldiers or others that have to work long distances away from their significant others. "Time can do so much. Are you still mine?" Your reaction was great and exactly what I do when I hear it and I've heard it countless times.
YES. You will love "Ebbtide". It's a recording solo again by Bobby Hatfield but the emotions his vocals brings sweeps you in and out like the tide. Besides the R.Bros. songs the commentators recommended you will also love hearing both brothers on the Ed Sullivan TV show singing "You'll Never Walk Alone:". Your reaction is heartfelt and on point. This version of Unchained Melody is so pure, unbeatable & timeless. I subscribed and am looking forward to your reaction to more of the incredible Righteous Brothers.
Best version hands down of this classic song. Absolutely loved the Righteous Brothers. Sadly we lost Bobby Hatfield about 20 years ago. He had a beautiful one of a kind voice. Home Free recently did a great version of this song. And Austin Brown also did a very beautiful tribute of this song about a year ago.
A classic masterpiece that has withstood the test of time. Anybody who listens to these magnificent vocals and not be drawn to tears is pretty tough. The accompanying orchestra with the wonderful strings just magnificent. Great reaction Craig. Beautiful. Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦
I could see how much his voice and this song affected you. Home Free did this song justice, and I loved what they did with it, but Bobby Hatfield is the GOAT. There isn't anyone out there that can sing this song like him. RIP, Bobby. The Righteous Brothers have so many great songs. Their harmonies are smooth as butter. Thank you for sharing this 😊
FYI - the song was originally a song from a 1955 prison movie titled Unchained. It was covered many times before the Righteous Brothers released their iconic cover in 1965. The Righteous Brothers change the original from an introspective song about a prisoner longing for his family to a beautiful love Ballard. Your are right this is the standard by which all other version will be judged. Great reaction, you and your family have a blessed day
Ohhh thanks for this info! I just posted that I imagined that it was being told by a soldier on active duty and wondering about his girl back home but this makes sense.
@@SA-hf3fu It's my understanding that Bobby dedicated it to the guys serving in Vietnam. The lyricist didn't want to mention prison so it's relatable for anyone away from a loved one.
.. The music was composed by Alex North and lyrics by Hy Zarat in 1955.. The Righteous Brothers did not change the original lyrics, they only gave their own version of singing the song.. The lyric are the very original..
Thank you for your grateful praise and decisive descriptions. My feelings exactly about the Righteous Brothers...both of them have unique talents i n singing.
Growing up in that era, and remembering the Righteous always had that extra special something that touch me deep down in my soul like not to many others did or have to this day. They were one of a kind and we will never see or hear the likes of them again. I'm just thankful I was there in that time and have my memories of those days.
I remember the Andy Williams' show and all of the great singers of that time. The RB's were so popular. I had all of their music. Bobby is no longer with us but Bill still performs.
5:13 This song playing during the movie, Ghost, is one of the most iconic movie scenes ever. This song is just so powerful, it makes everything it’s connected with memorable.
This song Bobby sings with so much soul is about a man waiting to be "Unchained" from prison. He's begging his lover to wait for him. He wants to know if she still loves him. This song brings me to tears everytime I hear it.
I was 15 yrs old when I watched him sing this beautiful song on the Andy Williams show in 1965. No one sang this like Bobby did. He owns this one along with others. A must you listen to Sunmertime. He was so talented! RIP Bobby! We miss hearing your beautiful voice! ❤
not only was this done live in 1965 with no gimmicks just a guy on stage with a mic and a band ... the fact he did it effortlessly makes it even more wonderful ... this performance not only massages your ears it melts your soul
This was originally released in 1955, movie was called Unchained . Bobby did it in 1965, According to the song's publishing administrator, over 1,500 recordings of “Unchained Melody” have been made by more than 670 artists, in multiple languages. Bobby had a head cold during this performance. They agreed that each would have a solo on each album.
Thank you so much for reacting to the full Andy Williams Show performance. A classic! Susan Boyle did a very beautiful rendition, also. "Soul and Inspiration" is another great by the Righteous Bros.
I was fortunate enough to see Bobby sing this live at the opening night of their night club "The Hop" in Fountain Valley, CA. Far as I'm concerned this is the most beautiful song of the 60's era. 👍
Hard to believe that he even had a bad cold during this performance. Unbelievable!! So angelic, so beautiful.. just simply Amazing!! It’s crazy in a way, you hear something like this, it really makes you stop and think…..
Just after the song ends, Bobby flashes a little smile. He knew he had nailed it. Sadly Bobby died in 2003. Bill Medley is still going strong, touring and concerts. He and Jennifer Warnes had a number 1 hit in 1987 with " Time of My Life", from the movie "Dirty Dancing".
This beautiful melody was written by award winning music composer Alex North with Lyrics by Hy Zaret for the 1955 Prison movie "Unchained." Ten years later in 1965 on the "Andy Williams Show." Bobby Hatfield of the "Righteous Brothers" in collaboration with the "NBC Studio Orchestra." Gave a (Live) television performance of "Unchained Melody" that was one for the ages. Together they performed the greatest (live) television performance ever! The orchestra's string section was off the charts enchantingly beautiful. It was epic...Note: When Bobby Hatfield finished singing 'Unchained Melody.' Andy Williams said it best...Beautiful!
I don't remember if you've checked out any of their other songs on your channel, but if you haven't, check out "you've lost that loving feeling." That's another of their absolute top songs and you get to see the other brother shine!
This song will be around for centuries as people can relate to it and how he puts emotions into the words He manages to transcends the emotions into the words to evoke them out of the public To top it of apparently he had a bad cold and when you hear him talking struggling to breath But he's parents traveled there for the first time seeing their son sing and he wasn't going to let them down By singing it that night he had to change how he sung it due to the cold and it was better and then sang it like that every time after that night is from what others had written over time cheers mate 🦘🇦🇺👍
No, the changes from the studio recording were because he liked the acoustics of the theater. He took advantage of them working with the orchestra conductor and arranger. As far as the cold, it was the end stage of it, according to Bill Medley. The shortness of breath was likely a combination of remnants of the cold and really bad nervousness which was not unusual for him. It seems when he would begin to sing the nervousness would vanish. Edit: not to be picky (but I guess I am), Anaheim, where his family lived and Burbank aren't that distant from each other. It's not even a 40 minute drive. From what you said people could think they traveled a great distance.
Guys, get the chills, too. It's been the #1 for over 55 years. Bobby was a tenor and Bill a bass. Try "You've Lost That Lovin Feeling." It'll knock your socks off. ❤❤❤😢😢😢😎✌️
When the song was first released in 1955 when the movie “Unchained” came out - 3 different singers/acts charted with it. But Bobby made some changes to it and made it his own…perfection!
I love your reaction to this, so much emotion from a man which you don’t expect from men. So in line with the emotion conveyed by Bobby in this song. Great reaction.
Elvis did an incredible version of this song. You should react to the live version he did at his next to last concert. It's even more emotional when you think just 6 short weeks later he was gone 😪
Fantastic reaction!! This is one of two songs Elvis played (the other was Blue Eyes Crying In The Rain) at his piano in his home racquet ball building the night before he died. His cover of course is wonderful, but this one....nothing can beat it.
My husband came into the room while I was watching your video and he just told me that back in the 80s he got to see at one concert, the righteous brothers and BJ Thomas and Kenny Rogers all on the same night
Bobby Hatfield will always be remembered for doing the best version of this song ever recorded. Just listen to his range. He's incredible.
Yes, and he had a head cold at that time.
@@rebeccamcvey8600 I never knew that. Thank you. 😊
They played this video at Bobby's funeral. What a special way to honor this amazing singer!
I DID NOT KNOW that. Thank you!!!! I think many didn't either... 💔💔💔💟💕💞💓💗💖
Let's slowdance❤❤❤❤debbie
Hundreds of artists have recorded this song. It will forever be Bobby Hatfield's. RIP Bobby.
Absolutely
Live with no auto tune and his parents were in the audience. One of the best performances ever.
Beautiful to the core.....I'm tearing up....❤❤❤
This is the original the best.....!
This certainly set the bar so very high that it will be near impossible to top
@@shirleycameron7718 Certainly by far the best, but far from the original. It was written for a very forgettable movie named Unchained. A man in prison pining for his wife.
It is the best performance ever and always will be.
What a voice, live...no fancy electronics or gimmicks...talk about pressure & Bobby nailed it flawlessly. Nobody...Nobody, will ever top that
I’m 70 years old and this was our music, along with The Beatles, Rolling Stones, Jimi Hendrix, Janice Joplin. What a delightful time to be a teenager!
Me too. 76 and still kicking.
There's something about how raw it is. It might be the greatest song.
This song , which also appeared in the movie Ghost , has been covered over 670 times ......but Bobby Hatfield absolutely nailed it .... Righteous Brothers inducted into the R and R Hall of Fame in 2003 . [ or 2004 ] .
This is what live T.V. used to be like, what you saw and heard was happening right then. No auto tune, no overdubbing, no splicing together several takes. It was all live, and it was fabulous.
When entertainers were true professionals.
Bobby was just 24 years old when this was was performed. He was a counter-tenor, which is the rarest male voice, who can sing as high as a soprano or mezzo-soprano. He doesn’t change from his chest voice to a falsetto, he is able to run up and down the scales easily. He doesn’t have to strain to hit those highs.
Small correction: He was 25 by a couple of months. Also, thought I'd throw in that he got married several days after this performance.
@@Aurora-tp3dy thanks for that I didn't know that about his marriage.
Yes! No falsetto here! Just a natural, unearthly beautiful, high-register Tenor. And Bill.. one of the greatest Baritones ever. That night I'm sure he was singing to his bride to be, Joy. But Bobby always put his heart and soul into all his Performaces. As did Bill. That was just one thing that set them apart.
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Diese Ehe hielt nicht aber seine zwei Kinder stammen aus dieser ersten Ehe.
@@utatriebel2211 Das stimmt. Er hat auch Kinder aus seiner zweiten Ehe.
The single greatest live vocal performance ever in the history of "rock and roll"!
The greatest solo performance of all time imo.
The greatest performance in history .
Just an effortless performance for the ages. That song will always be linked to Bobby Hatfield.
You get it. Absolute perfection. Bobby Hatfield absolutely slays it.
Nobody... nobody sings this song like Bobby Hatfield imho. His vocals are just stunning... the control, the range, the vibrato, the sweetness, and the ease at which he hits those high notes is unbelievable.This was live... and at that time there was no autotune, nor engineering trickery. What you heard was all him... pure raw talent...awesome performance! Loved your reaction Taylor fam.!!
Bobby Hatfield's glorious, captivating vocals bring out the magic of this beautiful song. He pours his heart and soul into very word, note and nuance making the song and its emotion resonate in us. To me, this is the most beautiful, moving performance ever! Never fails to give me chills. Appreciate your comments and reaction to this song. For a change of pace, Bobby Hatfield singing Summertime live is worthwhile checking out. 🕊💜 🕯
Leslie, I feel exactly the way you and a hundred others do after hearing this version of the song. In my book it is THE most romantic song ever. It draws out the most powerful emotions. There is a reason the ladies reacting to this song start tearing up and some of us guys too. The lyrics are poignant, the background music is so smooth and evocative and then you add Bobby's voice. Incredible experience.
The most iconic song of the Viet Nam war era, brought to life again in the movie Ghost. This song will just never go away.
I don't care who you are that's pure talent.
It has been my favorite song for 54 years. Thank you.
Danced to this song at my wedding❤ wonderful❤❤❤
Your reaction to this version brought tears to my eyes. No one will ever be able to top this one!!! EVER.....
🎼 It's Beautiful, Beautiful... To infinity. From Cucuta city in Colombia 🇨🇴 South America
A great singer doesn't need to show off, just live inside the song and know when to hold back, and when to burst out, which is what Bobby did, and gave the vocal flourishes at the approproate places, and held back the volume and range for the climax of the song. American Idol and other programs, and singers, need to take note, and understand, excellence is NOT about the singer, it's about the song. Bobby died at age 63 in a hotel room from a heart attack in Kalamazoo MI, just 50 minutes from my house, 20 years ago in fall 2023. While on tour with Bill. That day really shook me, I heard the news on the radio on the way to my music teacher job at school, and I had to pull over for a few minutes and cry. I grew up with this music...
From one music teach to another...I get you. I felt the same way.
His voice is mesmerizing.
Nobody has or will ever do it better. I have no interest in hearing any other.
Great reaction.
No matter who does it, you'll always compare it to this. And unless there is something more perfect than perfect, you've heard the best of all time.
He was amazing. I was watching that night in 1965. I was 22 years old and fell in love, along with millions of women in the world. Bobby was a counter_tenor, an amazing, rare vocal range. Together with Bill, they were the best duo ever heard. Bobby passed away in 2003, age 63. 8 months after their induction into the RnR Hall of Fame. Bill is still touring with a new partner. He's 82. Bobby will always be sorely missed. But he let a legacy of beautiful music for the ages to come. There will never be another Bobby. Or another duo like The Righteous Brothers. I could give you a long list. But other commenter will too. Happy hunting. Your reaction made tears come to my eyes. Thank you.
Thank you so so so much for playing this version of the Righteous Brothers. Watching Andy Williams this day was a blessing but when they came on my mom could hardly keep me down, lol. That was a double swoon night for me.
Bobby Hatfield's voice was magic.
This is the first real song and piece of music I fell in love with as a child. My Dad loved music, and played this one day. I was entranced by it, and love it to the this day. I still have my Dad's 45 of this song. Not a scratch on it.
This will always be the best and it's live TV. Just pure greatness.
This was my parents music and I remember when it filled the house. Great memories.
Bobby sang it beautifully and seemingly with no effort❤
Beautiful,soulful and the most perfect version ever presented. This performance by Bobby Hatfield was even better than the studio cut which charted twice.
He was so, so talented! I was in high school in 1965. I heard this song when it was first released. Beautiful! This is THE best version of this song, nobody sang it like Bobby! I'm 75 years old. I still get goosebumps and even shed a tear everytime I hear it, even now. Thanks for a great reaction. My generation had the best music ever, hands down!!!
A class act. Beautiful voice. U have to do more from these guys. They were soooo talented.
The most listened to song of the 20th century was sung by the Righteous Brothers. You've Lost That Loving Feeling. It's a must as well 🥰
Phenomenal. A duo without compare. Even though this was only one of them. Please continue this journey and you will be happy
21 years ago, I married my husband and my friend who was playing piano, was also the one who had introduced us. We married at my elderly fathers house which helped him mentally since my mother died 1 year earlier. My friend asked what music I wanted played and I let her choose. But I walked down aisle to my husband to Unchained Melody. Everyone was smiling due to the wedding, but once they recognized this song, they smiled wider. I swore I'd never walk to Here Comes The Bride, when I learned in college that it was written as a joke for Midsummer Nights Dream. I felt that was bad luck. So, I chose a song that was out of the box and was mine and my husband's song anyway. Thank you sir for your reaction. May God bless.
This was live!! I’ve heard a lot of people cover this and like you, I think his is hands down the best. Bobby Hatfield owned this song, and will forevermore.🤗❤️🐝
Pure talent. ❤❤❤❤❤
This group is fantastic!
They were known as Blue-Eyed Soul.
It is beautiful yet haunting.
I've always imagined that this song would fit deployed soldiers or others that have to work long distances away from their significant others.
"Time can do so much. Are you still mine?"
Your reaction was great and exactly what I do when I hear it and I've heard it countless times.
ABSOLUTELY THE GREATEST!!!!!!!!!
Please react to the Rightous Brothers singing: you’ve lost that Lovin Feeling
Soul and Inspiration, Ebb tide, Somertime, Rock & Roll Heaven
YES. You will love "Ebbtide". It's a recording solo again by Bobby Hatfield but the emotions his vocals brings sweeps you in and out like the tide. Besides the R.Bros. songs the commentators recommended you will also love hearing both brothers on the Ed Sullivan TV show singing "You'll Never Walk Alone:". Your reaction is heartfelt and on point. This version of Unchained Melody is so pure, unbeatable & timeless. I subscribed and am looking forward to your reaction to more of the incredible Righteous Brothers.
Best version hands down of this classic song. Absolutely loved the Righteous Brothers. Sadly we lost Bobby Hatfield about 20 years ago. He had a beautiful one of a kind voice. Home Free recently did a great version of this song. And Austin Brown also did a very beautiful tribute of this song about a year ago.
A classic masterpiece that has withstood the test of time. Anybody who listens to these magnificent vocals and not be drawn to tears is pretty tough. The accompanying orchestra with the wonderful strings just magnificent. Great reaction Craig. Beautiful. Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦
They were the best. Gloriously, the best.
I could see how much his voice and this song affected you. Home Free did this song justice, and I loved what they did with it, but Bobby Hatfield is the GOAT. There isn't anyone out there that can sing this song like him. RIP, Bobby. The Righteous Brothers have so many great songs. Their harmonies are smooth as butter. Thank you for sharing this 😊
FYI - the song was originally a song from a 1955 prison movie titled Unchained. It was covered many times before the Righteous Brothers released their iconic cover in 1965. The Righteous Brothers change the original from an introspective song about a prisoner longing for his family to a beautiful love Ballard. Your are right this is the standard by which all other version will be judged. Great reaction, you and your family have a blessed day
Ohhh thanks for this info! I just posted that I imagined that it was being told by a soldier on active duty and wondering about his girl back home but this makes sense.
@@SA-hf3fu It's my understanding that Bobby dedicated it to the guys serving in Vietnam. The lyricist didn't want to mention prison so it's relatable for anyone away from a loved one.
@@Aurora-tp3dy Oh nice, thanks!
.. The music was composed by Alex North and lyrics by Hy Zarat in 1955.. The Righteous Brothers did not change the original lyrics, they only gave their own version of singing the song.. The lyric are the very original..
You've Lost That Loving Feeling is the other huge hit by (both) of The Righteous Brothers.
And to know he had a head cold when he did this performance, blows me away. Unbelieveable!!! such a talent. Awesome duo.
Thank you for your grateful praise and decisive descriptions. My feelings exactly about the Righteous Brothers...both of them have unique talents i n singing.
I was 16 in 1965, and I wanted to be Bobby Hatfield. This song has stuck with me all though the years. Good job👍👍👍
Growing up in that era, and remembering the Righteous always had that extra special something that touch me deep down in my soul like not to many others did or have to this day. They were one of a kind and we will never see or hear the likes of them again. I'm just thankful I was there in that time and have my memories of those days.
I remember the Andy Williams' show and all of the great singers of that time. The RB's were so popular. I had all of their music. Bobby is no longer with us but Bill still performs.
It’s been said more babies were conceived to this song than any other song in recording history. Easy to believe!
Great version of this song. Always makes me tear up.
Best live performance ever🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Yeah, spent some, um, steamy nights dancing to this in darkened gyms, rec rooms & basements when I was young.
I love your emotions❤ this song is a masterpiece for eternity 👏👏👏
You were captivated from the get go. Welcome to those generations of people completely mesmerized by the sound of Bobby Hatfield.❤
Amazing song sung with amazing talent.
Wie Bobby schon spricht....❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
My then to be husband and I danced to this when it came out. It's a great song. Loved the Righteous Brothers
That high note sends shivers down the spine. Terrific voice control from Bobby. To sing live like that is wonderful. The original and the best.
Love this song and the Righteous Brothers. Thanks for sharing.
5:13 This song playing during the movie, Ghost, is one of the most iconic movie scenes ever. This song is just so powerful, it makes everything it’s connected with memorable.
This song Bobby sings with so much soul is about a man waiting to be "Unchained" from prison. He's begging his lover to wait for him.
He wants to know if she still loves him. This song brings me to tears everytime I hear it.
This is the best review of this song. The video technique is the best by far. The sound quality is excellent. He is the best reviewer.
His reaction to the song was so honest it was making me tear up. I got his reaction completely and it was moving me to tears, and I'm an old man.
Such talent, I love to WATCH Bobby sing this, so smooth and he makes it look effortless. So glad you checked out this particular video.
I was 15 yrs old when I watched him sing this beautiful song on the Andy Williams show in 1965. No one sang this like Bobby did. He owns this one along with others. A must you listen to Sunmertime. He was so talented! RIP Bobby! We miss hearing your beautiful voice! ❤
This is from 1965 and it was a hit. It was used in a 1990 movie, Ghost, ans became a hit again! He was 24 years old when he did this song.
not only was this done live in 1965 with no gimmicks just a guy on stage with a mic and a band ... the fact he did it effortlessly makes it even more wonderful ... this performance not only massages your ears it melts your soul
This was originally released in 1955, movie was called Unchained . Bobby did it in 1965, According to the song's publishing administrator, over 1,500 recordings of “Unchained Melody” have been made by more than 670 artists, in multiple languages. Bobby had a head cold during this performance. They agreed that each would have a solo on each album.
Thank you so much for reacting to the full Andy Williams Show performance. A classic!
Susan Boyle did a very beautiful rendition, also.
"Soul and Inspiration" is another great by the Righteous Bros.
Perfect indeed! Powerful indeed! Poetry indeed!❤❤❤
This is my favourite song of all time. The feeling and sound will never be equaled by anyone. It still makes me feel young and in love.
Best reaction to this song by far!!! Thank you! Love from Texas!!!
I was fortunate enough to see Bobby sing this live at the opening night of their night club "The Hop" in Fountain Valley, CA. Far as I'm concerned this is the most beautiful song of the 60's era. 👍
Hard to believe that he even had a bad cold during this performance. Unbelievable!! So angelic, so beautiful.. just simply Amazing!! It’s crazy in a way, you hear something like this, it really makes you stop and think…..
Just after the song ends, Bobby flashes a little smile. He knew he had nailed it. Sadly Bobby died in 2003. Bill Medley is still going strong, touring and concerts. He and Jennifer Warnes had a number 1 hit in 1987 with " Time of My Life", from the movie "Dirty Dancing".
If I knew I could only pick one song to hear before all is gone..This would be the song..The best song of all time...
Perfect in every single way…the best live vocal performance ever! I love your reaction…from one Brit to another Thanks for this 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Beautiful music from back in the day that still sounds good today.
Super awesome Bobby Hatfield. This song melts hearts . Tx for reaction
This beautiful melody was written by award winning music composer Alex North with Lyrics by Hy Zaret for the 1955 Prison movie "Unchained."
Ten years later in 1965 on the "Andy Williams Show." Bobby Hatfield of the "Righteous Brothers" in collaboration with the "NBC Studio Orchestra." Gave a (Live) television performance of "Unchained Melody" that was one for the ages. Together they performed the greatest (live) television performance ever!
The orchestra's string section was off the charts enchantingly beautiful. It was epic...Note: When Bobby Hatfield finished singing 'Unchained Melody.' Andy Williams said it best...Beautiful!
Hard to believe he was sick when he sang that RIP😇
I get emotional when watching this. Perfect pitch, great song, no technology involved. Original and the included storytelling is wonderful.
Absolutely deserves a place of its own at the top
A CLASSIC. you're so right, many covers but this is the one an only👏❤💖
I don't remember if you've checked out any of their other songs on your channel, but if you haven't, check out "you've lost that loving feeling." That's another of their absolute top songs and you get to see the other brother shine!
This song will be around for centuries as people can relate to it and how he puts emotions into the words
He manages to transcends the emotions into the words to evoke them out of the public
To top it of apparently he had a bad cold and when you hear him talking struggling to breath
But he's parents traveled there for the first time seeing their son sing and he wasn't going to let them down
By singing it that night he had to change how he sung it due to the cold and it was better and then sang it like that every time after that night is from what others had written over time
cheers mate 🦘🇦🇺👍
No, the changes from the studio recording were because he liked the acoustics of the theater. He took advantage of them working with the orchestra conductor and arranger. As far as the cold, it was the end stage of it, according to Bill Medley. The shortness of breath was likely a combination of remnants of the cold and really bad nervousness which was not unusual for him. It seems when he would begin to sing the nervousness would vanish. Edit: not to be picky (but I guess I am), Anaheim, where his family lived and Burbank aren't that distant from each other. It's not even a 40 minute drive. From what you said people could think they traveled a great distance.
Best ever. You would love You've Lost That Loving Feeling by them.
Guys, get the chills, too. It's been the #1 for over 55 years. Bobby was a tenor and Bill a bass. Try "You've Lost That Lovin Feeling." It'll knock your socks off. ❤❤❤😢😢😢😎✌️
When the song was first released in 1955 when the movie “Unchained” came out - 3 different singers/acts charted with it.
But Bobby made some changes to it and made it his own…perfection!
Definitely the best version I have ever heard. Loved it since the first time I heard it, possibly in the movie Ghost.
That was the best slow dancing song ever. Just cuddle up to your honey and take tiny steps, barely moving. I was madly in love with Bobby Hatfield🥰
I love your reaction to this, so much emotion from a man which you don’t expect from men. So in line with the emotion conveyed by Bobby in this song. Great reaction.
Elvis did an incredible version of this song. You should react to the live version he did at his next to last concert. It's even more emotional when you think just 6 short weeks later he was gone 😪
This is also one of two songs he played at home the night before he died.
This was Bobby’s song, he nailed it. Bobby Hatfield was so underrated at the time, his vocal range cannot be compared to anyone else from any era.
Fantastic reaction!! This is one of two songs Elvis played (the other was Blue Eyes Crying In The Rain) at his piano in his home racquet ball building the night before he died. His cover of course is wonderful, but this one....nothing can beat it.
Check out Bill and Bobby on the Ed Sullivan Show singing You'll Never Walk Alone.
My husband came into the room while I was watching your video and he just told me that back in the 80s he got to see at one concert, the righteous brothers and BJ Thomas and Kenny Rogers all on the same night
This is a great song and was the perfect song for the movie "Ghost"...