The Doobie Brothers - South City Midnight Lady (+ lyrics 1973)

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  • Bought this fine album 'The Captain And Me' when I was just a lad, how well it still sounds. Written by Patrick Simmons. Produced by Ted Templeman.
    Musicians listed on album at this time :-
    Tom Johnston - guitars, harmonica, vocals
    Patrick Simmons - guitars, synthesizer, vocals
    Tiran Porter - bass, vocals
    John Hartman - drums, percussion, vocals
    Michael Hossack - drums, congas, cymbals, timbales
    Bill Payne - piano, organ, keyboards
    Jeffrey 'Skunk' Baxter - guitar, pedal steel guitar, steel guitar
    Ted Templeman - percussion
    Nick DeCaro - strings arrangement
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  • @Duckfan707
    @Duckfan707 5 місяців тому +6

    One of 70’s greatest ballads,and we had lots of them.🎸🎹

  • @richardhughes512
    @richardhughes512 Рік тому +8

    Absolutely the best Dobies brothers song ever in my mind👍👊❤️

  • @sherrismith6109
    @sherrismith6109 5 років тому +30

    Tap if you love the DOOBIE BROTHERS

  • @bellrob54
    @bellrob54 6 років тому +14

    I'm 63 years old, and I always go back and listen to this song.

  • @bernardtaruvinga7950
    @bernardtaruvinga7950 Рік тому +25

    This is one of the greatest rock songs ever written and played by some of the finest rock stars ever to walk on this planet,the Doobie Brothers.A true masterpiece written by Pat Simmons..

    • @bowennarrose
      @bowennarrose 5 місяців тому +1

      This is not a rock song but otherwise agree. This is a bunch of styles but not rock.

  • @thomasoakes1794
    @thomasoakes1794 4 роки тому +9

    the 70's were the best.....miss those days so much

  • @sterlingfury7970
    @sterlingfury7970 3 роки тому +6

    Something magical about this song, one of the most beautiful on so many levels...this iteration of the doobies was very very special...🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

  • @johnbuford7163
    @johnbuford7163 4 роки тому +6

    Jeff "Skunk" Baxter on pedal steel guitar.

  • @leslienye375
    @leslienye375 Рік тому +5

    Pat Simmons is musical genius. This is one of my favorite songs of all time. The bridge in the middle that reaches the crescendo always gives me complete body goosebumps. The orchestration, the singing, the tune, the words everything is perfect.

  • @jameschambers1126
    @jameschambers1126 11 років тому +22

    Wonderful song. Great lyrics and beat. It seems like when you hear these classics, you go back to a time when things were much more easy going, and you think about things that happened in your life when they were played on the radio.

    • @carlweaver3243
      @carlweaver3243 Рік тому +1

      Another Great song from the Best Era in Music, '65 to '75.

  • @jonpage4029
    @jonpage4029 5 років тому +59

    This song is a true classic. Pat Simmons underrated writer. Love this

    • @ShelleeGraham
      @ShelleeGraham Рік тому +1

      Amen - Love ❤this song so much. Love Mr. Patrick Simmons’ writing, singing and awesome guitar 🎸 playing.

  • @karencox8039
    @karencox8039 7 років тому +54

    still as beautiful as the first time I heard it!!!

    • @coachoperator1
      @coachoperator1 6 років тому +1

      It's an always road trip song..

    • @bernardtaruvinga7950
      @bernardtaruvinga7950 Рік тому +2

      True it has stayed at number 1 on my rock chart for the past 50 years! Absolutely amazing.👍

  • @dankaradave
    @dankaradave 5 років тому +5

    Breath of fresh

  • @rockdog2584
    @rockdog2584 6 років тому +13

    Can I PLEASE give this multiple thumbs up!?!?!? This is one of those tune that I TRULY wish I could play on my guitar...maybe even in front of people!!!

    • @BaronVonShrapnel
      @BaronVonShrapnel Рік тому +1

      here, we can all click the thumb for you on your comment. One of their best!

  • @sturs100
    @sturs100 4 роки тому +6

    The most beautiful song I ever heard, the Doobie brothers should of been in the hall of fame thousands of years ago

  • @trestabernae2795
    @trestabernae2795 8 років тому +5

    So sweet...much obliged indeed.

  • @CJDobson-w6o
    @CJDobson-w6o 5 місяців тому +1

    And that South City lady was a fine lady indeed. This brings back so many excellent memories of the days when we were young and didn’t have a care and just fell into love each other. But time is a thief and those days are long long gone yet it’s good to hear this and reminisce of days gone by.

  • @UncleWiggily.
    @UncleWiggily. 5 років тому +13

    I wore this album down to where you could almost see through it.

  • @JohnSmith-ex3pz
    @JohnSmith-ex3pz 9 років тому +39

    You pressed thumbs up because this song reminds you of a place and time being with someone you loved or still do! And that's just fine!

  • @flurriesoffairies
    @flurriesoffairies 5 років тому +7

    Who didnt love the Doobie Brothers???...

  • @Tiremanwms
    @Tiremanwms 12 років тому +10

    This music is priceless no matter how old you are.

  • @kingmdlprt
    @kingmdlprt 11 років тому +59

    THE best Doobie Brothers song EVER!!!

  • @bobbygreene7485
    @bobbygreene7485 3 роки тому +4

    I was just scrolling down the comments and couldn’t find a single thumbs down, that’s great! This is probably my all time favorite song of the 70s & 80s.

  • @gregwain
    @gregwain 8 років тому +101

    This song and Another Park, Another Sunday bring tears to my eyes...great times and memories so long ago...

    • @jameswood3977
      @jameswood3977 7 років тому +6

      Yep I agree with you on both of those two songs Greg

    • @Sulkanator
      @Sulkanator 6 років тому +1

      You have exquisite taste, Greg.

    • @pb6652
      @pb6652 6 років тому +2

      ditto.

    • @broski3372
      @broski3372 5 років тому +1

      Michael M. Thank you for your service ! Much obliged and three of the best period !! #3 made all else work cause if you didn’t listen you missed the beauty of it !
      God bless

    • @samr9994
      @samr9994 5 років тому +3

      Add “It keeps you running” and you have my favorite doobs trio as well.

  • @philipbelsey4792
    @philipbelsey4792 10 років тому +5

    First heard this album when I was 18 and living in Paris. Blew me away. The musicianship is outstanding and the songs are superb. But South City will always haunt me the sound track to my first real love............................sob.

  • @philiptucci2458
    @philiptucci2458 5 років тому +33

    Absolutely Beautiful Magnificent Masterpiece from the Legendary Doobie Brothers, fan since 1970

  • @randypiquette8524
    @randypiquette8524 6 років тому +7

    MASTERPIECE! AM I WRONG?

  • @catchinbass86
    @catchinbass86 9 років тому +50

    My favorite Doobies' song. Always brings back great memories.

  • @tenequestansbury9626
    @tenequestansbury9626 5 років тому +35

    Real music. I really miss the seventies & it does not help that my boyfriend at the time passed away. This kind of music brought us together. Now, all I have got is sweet sad memories. Hey Doobie! Thank you for the music. Teneque

    • @alansmith7626
      @alansmith7626 5 років тому +5

      their music seems to make everything ok...been with me for a Very long time, got me thru some hard times...

    • @mickhernandez2553
      @mickhernandez2553 4 роки тому +2

      Sorry for your loss. Sad. Hope the memories keep him alive

  • @scott51064
    @scott51064 5 років тому +28

    Songs like this and Another Park Another Sunday and many more that never lose their appeal speaks to The Doobie’s tremendous talent; keep making the magic guys!

    • @elizabethchristle2294
      @elizabethchristle2294 3 роки тому +2

      I have seen the Doobies sing both of these songs in concert- I was so happy to hear them play them!

    • @ShelleeGraham
      @ShelleeGraham Рік тому

      I am going to see The Doobie Brothers concert on June 15, 2023! I’m excited to experience their live show. I’ve been researching them and am currently reading their book 📕 “Long Train Running (Our Story of The Doobie Brothers) by Patrick Simmons and Tom Johnston.

  • @ronditchen6664
    @ronditchen6664 5 років тому +9

    This is by far my favorite Doobie Brothers song another Park Another Sunday is my second

  • @zolemica
    @zolemica 8 років тому +73

    One of the most beautiful songs from the 1970s...

    • @carrie0123210
      @carrie0123210 7 років тому +2

      The build-up of the strings from 2:45 ...is really incredibly beautiful.

    • @dominicdevereaux1712
      @dominicdevereaux1712 6 років тому +2

      Jeannie E. Hess
      I agree sweetie and I just came to this country from Alsace,France in "65" Amour, Nicky.

    • @benparker7773
      @benparker7773 5 років тому

      Ya what happen

    • @tom.hoffmann6585
      @tom.hoffmann6585 4 роки тому

      Yes it is 😀

  • @jc4evur661
    @jc4evur661 Рік тому +2

    Play this on a good stereo, with good headphones, thru a good equalizer and you'll pick some amazing musical nuances...Brilliant!

  • @glennmiller5687
    @glennmiller5687 7 років тому +5

    I love this song makes me remember being a kid in the 70s ,good times.

    • @glennmiller5687
      @glennmiller5687 7 років тому

      I got the chance to see them with my son I will always cherish the memories.

  • @cziprick
    @cziprick 6 місяців тому +2

    Of all the great songs of the Doobie Brothers, this is likely my favourite.

  • @JM-vk3qg
    @JM-vk3qg 4 роки тому +5

    Yes Sir; I was a sophomore and had a quad 8 track system and I played this over aver - great times to live in. Amen

  • @pattycake1962
    @pattycake1962 10 років тому +5

    i was 11 years old the first time i heard this song and i played it over and over on my little stereo in my room.

  • @johnr2297
    @johnr2297 7 років тому +28

    Steel guitar sounds great.... Always adds soul and depth to a song.

  • @ninstone3457
    @ninstone3457 4 роки тому +7

    One of my all time favorite songs...

  • @sherrismith6109
    @sherrismith6109 5 років тому +16

    Love guitar lead & WORDS from a child growing up in 70”s

  • @lauriepanzicabeal7566
    @lauriepanzicabeal7566 4 роки тому +5

    I was just telling my son that the 70's were the best of times for me anyway those were the years I grew up in The music the friends the fun wish times were like that now I guess thats life don't know what you have till its gone

    • @MIKECNW
      @MIKECNW 4 роки тому

      You gotta realize that's just your opinion and someone back then felt the years before the 70's were better.

    • @carlweaver3243
      @carlweaver3243 2 роки тому

      Laurie
      You're exactly right. I was born in '60 and the 70s were the best. Great Decade.

    • @lauriepanzicabeal7566
      @lauriepanzicabeal7566 2 роки тому

      @@carlweaver3243 I was born in 1960 , I wish my kids had a different world

  • @marcwwoods
    @marcwwoods 9 років тому +55

    Love to end my night with this tune back when music was great not like the shit nowadays

  • @kenmadison6193
    @kenmadison6193 10 років тому +47

    One of their best songs. Brings back great memories.

  • @pamnichols7877
    @pamnichols7877 8 років тому +6

    love this... Best song ever!!!!!

  • @popsishere1
    @popsishere1 9 років тому +73

    I have been married for 34yrs. Im 56yrs. old and grew up with the Doobies. This song will be played when I pass on in dedication to my wife Chrystal, she saved my life. Great tribute to her and all she has done for me....

    • @johnmorris1225
      @johnmorris1225 9 років тому +4

      +popsishere1 I too was saved by a very special friend. She is an Angel sent from God. I'm sure of it! The song is perfect.

    • @philipbrindle867
      @philipbrindle867 8 років тому +1

      good for you, best wishes...

    • @wingnut337
      @wingnut337 7 років тому +2

      Married for 39 years after she saved me, Thank you, Nancy

    • @marcusw00ds36
      @marcusw00ds36 6 років тому +1

      popsishere1 amen bro been married 35 years my wife sue saved my life to

    • @rogerhwerner6997
      @rogerhwerner6997 6 років тому +1

      popsishere1, your post rang true with me. I lived in san Jose 1974 and 1975. I had my south city midnight lady who pulled me back from the brink. This is a sweet, lovely song. saw some of the Doobies play it at Chateau Liberte' in the santa Cruz mountains with her.

  • @BigHunny61
    @BigHunny61 11 місяців тому +1

    Still listening in October 2023. ❤

  • @poosala8821
    @poosala8821 5 років тому +6

    From a time when music was music.

  • @garyabbondanza9050
    @garyabbondanza9050 6 років тому +4

    this goes out to the woman that saved my soul! I love you joey! western pa. lady!

  • @jameshigginbotham4535
    @jameshigginbotham4535 Місяць тому +1

    Is there anything better than this??? Luv the 70's

  • @amayf1953
    @amayf1953 10 років тому +56

    One that always needs to be turned up and sung along with whether you can sing or not. Roll down the windows and belt it out.

  • @bricharloe4337
    @bricharloe4337 5 років тому +5

    The Doobies changed my life. My Brothers in music

  • @tuff47
    @tuff47 5 років тому +8

    What a great song. Great memories of my teen years.

    • @hnslvn
      @hnslvn 2 роки тому

      Me too

  • @aumu24fan
    @aumu24fan 11 років тому +4

    I'm always amazed that this song didn't get more radio play back in the day. Love this song!

  • @rockdog2584
    @rockdog2584 6 років тому +10

    That crescendo near the end...okay...the WHOLE end of this song...just gives me goose-bumps.

  • @kevinsisboy9913
    @kevinsisboy9913 5 років тому +10

    now this is my favorite song and for sure the most underrated song they have

  • @908kingt
    @908kingt 9 років тому +10

    It was the late '60s. I was a young husband. A bunch of us went to Roosevelt Stadium in Jersey City. It was an old dust bowl in the summer heat. We spread a blanket on the field to hear Chicago and the Doobie Brothers. Those were great days of our youth I'll never forget. They tore the place down soon after but the memories remain.

    • @MIKECNW
      @MIKECNW 4 роки тому

      You couldn't of heard the Doobie's then since they didn't form till 1970.

    • @jerryfeigelson4728
      @jerryfeigelson4728 4 роки тому

      @@MIKECNW chicago for sure at that venue,,,,,Guess Who may have opened

    • @kingt9088
      @kingt9088 4 роки тому

      @@MIKECNW Place was the same. Got the dates wrong. Been along time.

    • @kingt9088
      @kingt9088 4 роки тому

      @@jerryfeigelson4728 Opening act was Ozark Mountain Daredevils.

  • @29cyd1
    @29cyd1 9 років тому +45

    My husband turned me on to this song about a month ago. He loves Doobie Brothers. Anyway, I can't stop playing it. LOL! I LOVE it!!!!

  • @aliciarios8575
    @aliciarios8575 5 років тому +7

    my sentiments exactly!!!😍another park another sunday bring back memories of first love ...

    • @ramiromorin7175
      @ramiromorin7175 5 років тому

      Alicia this song takes me back when my little brother was alive, and I was figuring in the war,brings back sad and happy thoughts,may your life be filled with happiness and joy,as for me my life is coming to an end,due to cancer, peace out

  • @bunnysemmler2006
    @bunnysemmler2006 5 років тому +9

    When the Doobies were the Doobies, AKA pre Michael McDonald.

  • @sarahthomas5405
    @sarahthomas5405 7 років тому +12

    I'm a huge fan of the Doobie Brothers. They are so underrated as a band. One of the best bands of all times. They had a lot of versatility in their music. I love this beautiful song. Pat Simmons is great. I grew up on their music. They were like storytellers. I love them. Peace and Love!!!!

  • @sunnysayshi1903
    @sunnysayshi1903 8 років тому +25

    What a treasure this tune is! Words & Music!! Soothes my Soul!

  • @lindahamm4501
    @lindahamm4501 8 років тому +51

    Favorite Doobie' s song.

    • @carrie0123210
      @carrie0123210 7 років тому

      Mine too... wouldn't it be nice to have a man think of you in just this way...?

  • @scottstruble570
    @scottstruble570 9 років тому +19

    I wore out my 8 Track waiting for this tune to come aroumd again.
    Timelessly beautiful.

  • @rogerwilliams9148
    @rogerwilliams9148 8 років тому +19

    God this brings back memories of days long past. Good times and bad I would not have missed the ride

    • @plainwornout3964
      @plainwornout3964 6 років тому +2

      I agree. You had to be there as it's hard to explain. Everything just magically lined up perfectly.

  • @StageParades
    @StageParades  9 років тому +29

    Google+ track of the day, still sensational after 42 years.

  • @jasctt
    @jasctt 8 років тому +16

    One of the truly great, late night tunes.

  • @dashjeffreys6998
    @dashjeffreys6998 4 роки тому +5

    The Doobie Brothers were certainly a part of the magical time called the 70's. Always looked forward to their records. This is a great album.

  • @sandrabrannon1547
    @sandrabrannon1547 Місяць тому

    One of the best songs ever! This song holds special meaning for me and my husband. Will always be one of my favorites! ❤❤❤

  • @ginschrader8512
    @ginschrader8512 10 років тому +36

    Absolutely their best song ever

    • @rorydavis3992
      @rorydavis3992 9 років тому +2

      This along with Real Love are the best two by far

    • @fastponygt1511
      @fastponygt1511 9 років тому

      Gin Schrader and +Rory Davis Make it a trifecta!

  • @msims5712
    @msims5712 9 років тому +45

    Timeless song.

  • @billl9175
    @billl9175 5 років тому +5

    I bought this album when it first came out, I still love this song... (46 years ago? OMG) Thank you Doobies!!

  • @lisamarieliddell1123
    @lisamarieliddell1123 Місяць тому

    I so so love this song I love most every song by The Doobie Brothers but this one just really didn't get as much play as some of the other songs and it became a favorite of mine the moment I heard it still in this day of August of 2024 I still listen to The Doobie Brothers seen them three times can't wait till they come back to South Florida love the Doobie Brothers keep on rockin down the highway y'all❤❤❤❤❤

  • @timminer208
    @timminer208 10 років тому +28

    One of the best tunes by the Bros!!

  • @MyzDefy
    @MyzDefy 2 роки тому

    My boyfriend back in the day used to play this and dedicated it to me. I miss that music man and love this song!

  • @taylordunn5166
    @taylordunn5166 8 років тому +16

    This song is timeless in that one never gets tired of hearing it although it touches us all differently it touches deep.

  • @sunchild9481
    @sunchild9481 8 років тому +32

    This might very well be my all-time favorite Doobie songs. I so love that sweet-sounded rhythm guitar that makes you feel like it's simply running through the fibers of your very being. Thanks for uploading this awesome track.

  • @DJBroNeal
    @DJBroNeal 7 років тому +6

    One of my most favorite Doobie Brothers songs!

  • @michaelwest9025
    @michaelwest9025 8 років тому +3

    My favorite and most underrated doobies tune...Thank you Micheal West 1951-2016 giving me the gift of music...Love you,Dad

  • @StevenDonarski
    @StevenDonarski Рік тому

    Saw them 7 times in the 70's----not often enough.

  • @martha8555
    @martha8555 8 років тому +14

    oh my God... this is so Me!! i¨m this South City Lady.............. and still!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 2016!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    • @alansmith7626
      @alansmith7626 5 років тому +1

      are you single??? LOL..Doobies transcend everything, just such good music~!

  • @dicanio1404
    @dicanio1404 11 років тому +16

    Fantastic song from a fantastic album. What a great songwriter Pat Simmons is.

  • @ShelleeGraham
    @ShelleeGraham Рік тому

    Love ❤this song so much. Thank you 🙏 Patrick Simmons and all of the Doobie Brothers. Beautiful work.

  • @thomasoakes1794
    @thomasoakes1794 5 років тому +6

    Love this song!!!!

  • @alicechilds3298
    @alicechilds3298 6 років тому +3

    Magic band the best in my teens, loads of beautiful memories Thank you Doobie Bros :)

  • @pb6652
    @pb6652 6 років тому +2

    God damn I love this fi...ng song...saved this lad many a time!

  • @kevinharrington2078
    @kevinharrington2078 5 років тому +7

    That peddle steel reeks of Skunk, Hellava Guitarist playing on a helluva song by a helluva band

    • @carlweaver3243
      @carlweaver3243 4 роки тому

      Skunk on Pedal Steel and Billy Payne on Keys

  • @gregwest2028
    @gregwest2028 4 роки тому +2

    Such a highly underrated song...This is my favorite Doobies song,hands down...The Medal Steel is beautiful

  • @cricket77166
    @cricket77166 9 років тому +27

    always love this special song

  • @OlymPigs2010
    @OlymPigs2010 5 років тому +5

    ....the best long ending ever in a song !

  • @70Kenny
    @70Kenny 9 років тому +16

    The Doobies were on the radio all the time when I was a young child in the '70's, and I loved their music from then on. "South City Midnight Lady" didn't have any particular meaning for me until 1992, when I met a girl named Allison. No, it didn't work out. I only play this song when I can be alone and afford to get a little emotional.

    • @philipbrindle867
      @philipbrindle867 8 років тому

      sounds good, I'm happy for you... best wishes...

    • @coachoperator1
      @coachoperator1 6 років тому

      You my friend are a renaissance man... Well done..

  • @micheleparker8123
    @micheleparker8123 4 роки тому +3

    One of the loveliest pieces of music I've ever heard. Thank you, Doobie Brothers!!!!😍

  • @johnmorris1225
    @johnmorris1225 9 років тому +34

    It will never age! South City Midnight Lady has special meaning for me. She is not my girlfriend nor is she my wife. She is a very special friend whom I love with all my heart. Thank you Amy, I'm much obliged indeed ~

  • @joannejesko4205
    @joannejesko4205 2 роки тому

    What a lovely song. Patrick Simmons, thank you.

  • @nitaline5993
    @nitaline5993 5 років тому +1

    To my Sister, Linda, I miss you! For the way we were. Remembering all our Doobie Brother Concerts! I know it's too late, but I love you.💔

  • @pattycake1962
    @pattycake1962 10 років тому +10

    love this song so much.. and for so long.

  • @brettbrignac7591
    @brettbrignac7591 5 років тому +4

    The best song of the Doobies!!!!!!

  • @DJBroNeal
    @DJBroNeal 7 років тому +12

    Love The Guitar Solos!!!!

  • @Karenski
    @Karenski 8 місяців тому

    This song is mesmerizing and touches the soul. Love the instrumental build-up, just Ahhh-mazing ❤

  • @philipbrindle867
    @philipbrindle867 8 років тому +21

    The Doobie Brothers, to me are rather iconic, if you will... gee, I so much appreciate all those that served in Vietnam...was this music then, maybe I'm too young. Sorry, I'm Canadian, and when I think about all the problems there, the Doobie Brothers music some how has a distinct sound, was it then, I don't know. For all of you that served your country, you have my heart, I am so proud of you. God bless, where would be without people like you.... Thank you so much....

    • @ronbecchetti3772
      @ronbecchetti3772 8 років тому +7

      From a Vietnam vet,I thank you ! It's a time to both forget and at the same time never forget ! :)

    • @tomgarrett687
      @tomgarrett687 6 років тому

      I'm almost 70 and my deepest thanks to the 10,000 Canadians who crossed the border and enlisted in the U.S. military and volunteered to Vietnam service. My hat's off to you all...

  • @frankhays5425
    @frankhays5425 10 років тому +15

    Smooth. Love tis song!