The Cars - "My Best Friend's Girl" | 2018 Induction

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  • Опубліковано 31 лип 2018
  • New Inductees The Cars perform "My Best Friend's Girl" during the 33rd annual Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony in Cleveland. The band is joined by Scott Shriner of Weezer on bass as a special performer.
    Looking for more Induction Ceremony memories from The Cars? Visit the band's official Hall of Fame online bio: rockhall.com/inductees/cars
    Dive into the full 2018 Induction Ceremony video collection at rockhall.com/inductees/classes/2018 and watch all videos, read from the official Hall of Fame program bios and view image galleries from the big night and archival materials.

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  • @phucknuts
    @phucknuts 4 роки тому +327

    We're also glad you made it into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame before you died Rick. Happy trails to you until we meet again

  • @1978garfield
    @1978garfield 4 роки тому +138

    I was always impressed at how Elliot managed to sneak straight rockabilly riffs in to a New Wave hit.

    • @Jonhobbs64
      @Jonhobbs64 3 роки тому +13

      And killer jazz fuezoid licks playing left hand telecaster! ..un real!

    • @backtoshallabal6662
      @backtoshallabal6662 3 роки тому +5

      testament to the brilliance of Elliot Easton

    • @GoldStandardGames
      @GoldStandardGames 2 роки тому +3

      So very good in deed. it just works wonders

    • @ericyell898
      @ericyell898 Рік тому +3

      I had the same thought.

    • @martron1962
      @martron1962 9 місяців тому +4

      Yes! And a bit of country. He explains that in an interview that I watched.

  • @paulya1269
    @paulya1269 2 роки тому +54

    Elliot Easton’s solos were pure gold.

    • @buccos2004
      @buccos2004 8 днів тому

      Ageed, sound man needed the guitar doubled and the keyboard, which sounded great, decreased by a half.

  • @Leah_F.
    @Leah_F. 4 роки тому +66

    He still looked great for his age. Thanks for the memories. Rest In Peace, buddy.

  • @LzCoda
    @LzCoda 5 років тому +101

    Robinson's drumming and Eaton's guitar riffs are spot on.

    • @lduranceau8046
      @lduranceau8046 3 роки тому +5

      However, there seems to be a base note coming out of the synthesizer which is not in tune, and is kind of annoying. It starts at 1:00. But the rest of the song is great, considering the guys are playing it live.

  • @jamsee1
    @jamsee1 3 роки тому +65

    Definitely should have been entered into rock & roll hall of fame way earlier but better late than never! Love how their songs are so simple sounding and just so catchy describing romance, heartbreak, fast cars to hot women... such a dream of a band. RIP to Benjamin and Ric. Think all of them are legends in this magical American band.

  • @musshwins412
    @musshwins412 4 роки тому +35

    the eighties was a magical time. im glad I got to experience it. Mtv played the cars videos at least twice an hour and it seemed like they were always on the radio. RIP Ric thanks for the memories.

  • @jenniferfelan694
    @jenniferfelan694 4 роки тому +245

    Ric Ocasek has died today at the age of 75. This is a real sad loss. Now he joins Benjamin Orr. Rest In Peace.

    • @mungofinalfi4480
      @mungofinalfi4480 4 роки тому +5

      It seems unclear how old he actually was.
      Some reports say 75, some say 70.

    • @peterzebot1795
      @peterzebot1795 4 роки тому +2

      @@mungofinalfi4480 It's not unclear. He was 75

    • @blakegilliam8223
      @blakegilliam8223 4 роки тому +1

      Yes RIP RIC, the age of death it's really irrelevant, but no it's not clear. He graduated highschool in 1963.

    • @jenniferfelan694
      @jenniferfelan694 4 роки тому

      Lisa Surlie idk. But still it's somewhat unknown.

    • @edrader
      @edrader 4 роки тому

      born in 49 = 70

  • @sylviayoung1901
    @sylviayoung1901 Рік тому +19

    Saw the Cars with the Motels back in 80. Rick Ocasek is not just a musical genius but a genius period. Thank God he used his immeasurable intelligence for the greater good...MUSIC!! The world is a far better place for it your choice. The Cars are a timeless and Legendary in their music. Rock on.

    • @damnyankee656
      @damnyankee656 4 місяці тому +1

      If it were not for Rics insightfulness. In music others m8ght not have been so successful, including No Doubt, Weezer and The Killer's

  • @nmraidernation.6092
    @nmraidernation.6092 Рік тому +15

    Loved every song they played in this LONG overdue induction!
    Ben is missed but the heart of the Cars is still rocken!!
    With Rics vocal rifs, Elliots master guitar playing, Greg's one of a kind keyboards and with David's rhythm this is what Rock and Roll is about folks, this music is sorely missed today!
    Ric you will are sorely missed, RIP!

  • @NoCoverCharge
    @NoCoverCharge 4 роки тому +65

    love how Elliot being a true guitarist...reaches over and turns the amp up..well done

    • @RF_Burns
      @RF_Burns Рік тому +7

      Yes, because he's been mixed out by some Ahole. Still can't here him here, the mix is way off!

    • @jamesmadison6650
      @jamesmadison6650 Рік тому +1

      Yep some A hole mixer turned that damn keyboard up to the hilt and that rockabilly lick was drown out !

    • @ericyell898
      @ericyell898 Рік тому +1

      Yeah, I noticed that also.

  • @sillyrabbit190
    @sillyrabbit190 4 роки тому +11

    Didn’t even notice Scott Shriner was in this until it was mentioned during an interview during an acoustic show. Nice to see Ric Ocasek was on good terms with Weezer before his passing. His work with Weezer (Producing The Blue Album, Green Album, and EWBAITE) introduced me to him and I’m so glad that Weezer could be a gateway to me discovering The Cars. Rip Ric Ocasek

  • @HarryWebb46
    @HarryWebb46 4 роки тому +20

    One of America's All Time Greatest Bands!

  • @mickey34jb
    @mickey34jb 4 роки тому +29

    I was glad to see the Cars were inducted into the rock hall in 2018___r.i.p Ric!!

  • @alimony812
    @alimony812 4 роки тому +66

    Love the cars. Rip Ric , Benjamin

  • @Ricky-br8ih
    @Ricky-br8ih 4 роки тому +85

    I came here to say goodbye Ric. Hope to see your star on the Hollywood walk of fame someday. RIP 🎸🚗🚗🚗🎸

    • @visualweb
      @visualweb 4 роки тому

      Richard I would love to see a star with him on it or even the group. Gary I know that's right

    • @visualweb
      @visualweb 4 роки тому +1

      It was when he went solo from the cars but emotion in motion is the song that touched me and I will never forget.

    • @Ricky-br8ih
      @Ricky-br8ih 4 роки тому +1

      Shelly Murray We listened to BOB fm every day for years at my old job as a prep cook which made me appreciate them and this genre of music over time. I’m only 24 and have been in love with The Cars and oldies to this day

  • @Fly4Video
    @Fly4Video 4 роки тому +51

    RIP Ric, You were the beat we danced to in the 7th and 8th grade.

    • @TheJoepeanut
      @TheJoepeanut 4 роки тому +1

      Jarret Fink 7th grade for me Schwinn beach cruiser with front pegs and my girlfriend in dolphin shorts riding on my handle bars. This song brings me back to those days

    • @joshcopeland5998
      @joshcopeland5998 4 роки тому +2

      I remember hearing these guys back in 1st grade

  • @soysaucefool
    @soysaucefool 4 роки тому +42

    R.I.P Ric and Ben. But let's take a moment to appreciate Scott Shriner's a plus bass playing.

  • @robertr333
    @robertr333 4 роки тому +9

    God, what a great band. Killer 80s. Ric, thank you for all those amazing songs. RIP

  • @angusmoffat
    @angusmoffat 7 місяців тому +3

    Saw The Cars in 1982 at the US Festival. Great music, great musicians, great people. Really deserve to be in the Rock and Roll hall of fame.

  • @whtajoke
    @whtajoke 4 роки тому +8

    This song got me psyched before every race I ran 1978-1982. Thank you Ric.

  • @LisaH73
    @LisaH73 4 роки тому +16

    RIP, Ric and Ben. Thanks for the music and memories.

  • @grease58
    @grease58 4 роки тому +36

    This world will miss you , Ric. RIP our Boston-based frontman!!!!!!!

  • @psychlos21
    @psychlos21 4 роки тому +10

    Thank you Cars for your great songs. Ric you are now part of Rock and Roll Heaven. You and Ben are now together writing more great songs and jamming with the best musicians.

  • @MSDOGS1976
    @MSDOGS1976 13 днів тому

    The Cars are the 80's. They were not necessarily my favorite band at the time but I listen to them more now than then. They just take me back in time.....

  • @markcouch7049
    @markcouch7049 Рік тому +5

    What can you say that hasn't already been said, I grew up listening to Rick and the cars back in the 70s and 80s, I'm so thrilled that they finally made to the rock and roll hall of Fame. Their music was timeless and eternal still is, it defined a generation. Rick you may be in heaven now performing magic for Jesus and the heavenly host, but rest easy my brother we will be there soon to sing all your timeless songs with you again RIP my brother❤️🌹🌹🌹

  • @kittykritic8113
    @kittykritic8113 4 роки тому +27

    Rip Ric always love you, thanks for the music

  • @grossoanthony
    @grossoanthony 4 роки тому +4

    I grew up listening to your music. Thank you for the fondest of memories. Rest in heaven, our friend, our musical genius. You will be missed, Mr. Ocasek, but never forgotten.

  • @King_Kenny66
    @King_Kenny66 4 роки тому +6

    One of the first bands I ever heard, and still one of my favorites to this day.
    God Bless Ric, his family and friends.

  • @cynthiasmith4130
    @cynthiasmith4130 Рік тому +4

    The best 80's band ever!!!! I am listening to them now in my car!!!! ❤❤💯💯🎶🎶🎶.....

  • @MarcoA1971
    @MarcoA1971 4 роки тому +2

    The cars were my first concert. 1984, pine knob in Michigan. The heartbeat city tour.
    The cars have always had a Special place in my heart for manyreasons.
    RIP Ric. Thanks for the music and the good times. .

  • @heidevanness2788
    @heidevanness2788 4 роки тому +3

    The Cars "Candy O" was the first record I ever bought, I was 16. I loved that album and played it all the time. Thank you for the great music Ric, RIP.

  • @perezoso9206
    @perezoso9206 4 роки тому +8

    RIP Rick, thanks for all the music.

  • @gregadams558
    @gregadams558 4 роки тому +30

    RIP Rick. We will miss you.

  • @rcpsammy7186
    @rcpsammy7186 4 роки тому +31

    Rest in peace, Mr Ocasek.

  • @Boblobblaw88
    @Boblobblaw88 8 місяців тому +1

    so. much. love. - when a band is true to their influences, and their pure love of rock....and they are rewarded w great success. That is the true story of the Cars for me.

  • @InsignificantNick
    @InsignificantNick 3 роки тому +5

    2:27, Benjamin Orr's son on the left. So happy The Cars were finally inducted!

  • @pauledwards3992
    @pauledwards3992 4 роки тому +3

    Rest in peace Ric. Thanks for your brilliant songwriting and music. My deepest condolences to your family and ex- wife Paulina. You touched lots of hearts as a musician, and for those of us that are musicians, that means everything. Love and peace, Paul Edwards.

  • @drewdrewmike9193
    @drewdrewmike9193 5 років тому +4

    My favorite all time band .... congratulations to the great band THE CARS!!! I would cruise to there album's all night long!!

  • @cherie3283
    @cherie3283 4 роки тому +49

    What is his age here 74 ?!Amazing! My parents had dementia and could hardly walk at that age . Thank you for your gift of song . Rest In Peace ❤️

    • @ValleyoftheRogue
      @ValleyoftheRogue 4 роки тому +3

      Yep.

    • @veegee916
      @veegee916 4 роки тому +1

      Did you see Ian Hunter perform at the RRHOF at eighty-years old? These guys are and were amazing!!

    • @dynjarren7523
      @dynjarren7523 4 роки тому +4

      Something about playing music keeps the body and brain together and healthy!

    • @veegee916
      @veegee916 4 роки тому +3

      @@dollysinn
      Didn't he have emphysema, too?

    • @veegee916
      @veegee916 4 роки тому +3

      @@dollysinn
      I saw him at the RRHOF in 2018...I just contributed his voice to old age...
      I'll never understand these singers smoking! Tom Petty was still performing and smoking like a fiend! He was found to have emphysema, also...

  • @andydkid
    @andydkid 4 роки тому +2

    if the were a hall of fame for most under rated bands, the cars would be first year inductees . they were the architects of new wave music . they never hogged up the spot light . they let there music do the taking . I feel as days pass, the passing of ric ocasek will sting more and more . rip mr ocasek . you were one of the greatest song writers of all time !

  • @soloist777
    @soloist777 4 роки тому +3

    Yes, iconic band! Vale Ben and Ric! Love the iconic songs just as much now as I did in the late 70s and 80s.

  • @yeahright302
    @yeahright302 6 місяців тому +1

    miss them good ole days rip rick and ben and my youth!!!!!them days are gone!!!!thanks cars!!!!!!!

  • @jgaff5559
    @jgaff5559 4 роки тому +41

    Rip Ric Ocasek, a music legend 🎸

  • @jamesmadison6650
    @jamesmadison6650 7 місяців тому +1

    I love it when Elliot turns his guitar up. That goes back to the days before your famous and have a sound guy. Of course I still have to turn mine up myself., but some habits are hard to break. He had to make sure that rockabilly lick was heard !! That’s awesome !

    • @vacantjosh
      @vacantjosh 2 місяці тому

      He probably got bitched at over stage volume at sound check and had to turn down to a level he wasn’t comfortable with.

  • @user-yk9qt4oo9y
    @user-yk9qt4oo9y 6 місяців тому +1

    Thank you for a music, Rick... RIP...

  • @stephaniemccord8677
    @stephaniemccord8677 4 роки тому +1

    The Real 80's sound. I was in love at first note Ric!!

  • @bernlin2000
    @bernlin2000 4 роки тому +1

    Total Legends...crafted their own distinctive sound in an era full of imitations.

  • @redflamered
    @redflamered 4 роки тому +2

    Had me in mind when he wrote this song. Thank you Rick.

  • @vinceruland9236
    @vinceruland9236 4 роки тому +19

    Ric was the epitome of cool in the 80's.

  • @robertallenzimmerman6967
    @robertallenzimmerman6967 4 роки тому +1

    THOSE LONG PLAYS, THAT MUSIC, THAT WEED....EVERYTHING WAS SO GREAT BACK THEN. WITHOUT CELL PHONES, AND SHIT. JUST PLAIN MUSIC. LISTENING TO RADIO STATIONS, WAITING FOR THE NEXT CONCERT...THANKS RIC , BEN...AND ALL THE BAND FOR YOUR MUSIC !

  • @frantisektkakafrankt634
    @frantisektkakafrankt634 Рік тому +3

    Excellent group. Great musicians.

  • @fire1777
    @fire1777 6 років тому +18

    Seen them in 1980 and they were great. This just makes me sad.

  • @shaninic
    @shaninic 4 роки тому +1

    RIP Ric. You were an amazing part of my life from jr. High to adulthood.

  • @charleysmith3870
    @charleysmith3870 5 років тому +21

    You do realize these guys have spanned close to 50 yrs ...bet y'all couldn't make it sound this good let alone any better..jusay8n

    • @maxx7743
      @maxx7743 4 роки тому

      And ZZ Top how long have they been going? Since 1969! With ALL original members, nice try however.

    • @natetheguitarkid
      @natetheguitarkid 4 роки тому

      I could turn the damn guitar up and turn down the keyboard bass.

  • @gearyheidinewaccount3237
    @gearyheidinewaccount3237 7 місяців тому

    I remember when my friend and his girlfriend pulled up in 1978 jumped out of the car and were literally jumping up and down excited about the new sound blaring out of his 69 beetle,this was in Harewood, Nanaimo B.C. I was intrigued had a listen and was blown away.We were lucky to come of age in those times...the Cars would be played everywhere cruising and at parties...those were the best of times

  • @jsurbanmanagement2833
    @jsurbanmanagement2833 4 роки тому +1

    Saw the Cars 1984 Chicago..... SMOOOOOTH!

  • @BlueEyes-ii4zz
    @BlueEyes-ii4zz 4 роки тому +1

    Ric you are one of my favorite singers. RIP

  • @melaniebrantner3871
    @melaniebrantner3871 4 роки тому +3

    What took so long ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME ???
    Love these guys ❤️
    RIP RIC Ocasek

  • @mikescampfire429
    @mikescampfire429 11 місяців тому

    I’m gonna miss the cars forever. But thank God their music is for the ages.

  • @genestippell1833
    @genestippell1833 5 місяців тому +1

    Elliot and Brian setzer went to the same high school as me. That's where the rockabilly influences came from, it was popular around here.

  • @markmontoya4140
    @markmontoya4140 4 роки тому +2

    Man what a great BAND.. REST IN PEACE MY BROTHER.

  • @6stringgunner511
    @6stringgunner511 4 роки тому +1

    HEARTBEAT CITY!!!!
    LOVE 'the CARS'!!!!
    MY CONDOLENCES to the family 💔😥🙏.

  • @MeiZu0606
    @MeiZu0606 6 років тому +6

    congratulations the cars 👏👏👏👏 well deserve 🖒🖒🖒 awesome !!!!

  • @annamariamalig6905
    @annamariamalig6905 4 роки тому +6

    Ric o ric...we miss you..along with ben rest in peace

  • @sisterearthful
    @sisterearthful 6 років тому +2

    Awesome song... Great Band!

  • @conniebarnett8713
    @conniebarnett8713 4 роки тому

    🌹💕🥰Glad you guys got inductee...Love and miss you guys!!😭😭😭🎊🎉🌹🥰🥰

  • @rickyrydell
    @rickyrydell Рік тому +2

    Ric died a year after this. Glad he was alive to enjoy this!

  • @visualweb
    @visualweb 4 роки тому +2

    You were truly a band to remember and a writer to never forget. Race on Cars. And you will live forever in our hearts Ric

  • @duaneho555
    @duaneho555 6 місяців тому +1

    So good.

  • @tonys8844
    @tonys8844 4 роки тому +2

    Goosebumps!

  • @simbad909
    @simbad909 Рік тому

    Fn A!!!! Cars were awesome...saw em twice before the 70s were out. 👊🙂....Rest well Ric...you deserve it!!

  • @RMUNOZ1963
    @RMUNOZ1963 4 роки тому

    RIP Ric thank you for all the memories!

  • @s46d45m17
    @s46d45m17 4 роки тому

    Thanks for the music it helped make memories

  • @artboston4787
    @artboston4787 4 роки тому

    I'm glad Ric lived long enough to be present for this. Now he can join Ben and make great music again and some day I'll be in attendance watching. RIp Ric and Ben and thanks for the childhood memories. 😢

  • @milugardeimagenysonido
    @milugardeimagenysonido 5 років тому +8

    Well... seems like not may people get what it took to be great back when The Cars were great. You had to come up with a whole new universe of your own, and that included sound, lyrics, looks, art, attitude, clothes, etc.

  • @jonathanklay8979
    @jonathanklay8979 4 роки тому

    RIP Ric! So many good memories right to the end with this performance.

  • @ningunojamas943
    @ningunojamas943 3 роки тому +1

    I watch This in 2018!! Was cool! This song was a covered in The last Nirvana's Show In Munich at '94 Is pretty Nice song!
    Epic Bands On 80's
    R.i.p. Ben & Ric!! The Cars Rules!!

  • @lawrencedavis5459
    @lawrencedavis5459 4 роки тому

    Thanks Mr Ocasek for some great music.

  • @GoldStandardGames
    @GoldStandardGames 2 роки тому +1

    Elliot is so under rated!

  • @nathanfrahm
    @nathanfrahm 4 роки тому

    Damn, I'm going to miss this.

  • @Duranmussic
    @Duranmussic 2 роки тому

    The best music ever!! 🤘

  • @Kerkopes
    @Kerkopes 6 років тому +32

    If you play it at 1.25 speed, it sounds almost like the LP version.

    • @cort_tempered
      @cort_tempered 6 років тому +1

      Even at .75 I still kinda dig it haha Maybe just me though

  • @metube2824
    @metube2824 3 роки тому

    I almost didn't watch this and skipped over it a lot.I'm glad I watched it now so I would have some closure.Bye Ric you were such a great Man.

  • @snippyj8820
    @snippyj8820 2 роки тому

    Some these induction ceremony performances leave a lot to be desired

  • @stonesfan413
    @stonesfan413 4 роки тому

    great era for rock and roll ,Great musicians.

  • @entrthedragon
    @entrthedragon 3 роки тому

    Timeless hits

  • @lourdesizquierdo7017
    @lourdesizquierdo7017 4 роки тому

    A great group ❤

  • @chrismaraone5504
    @chrismaraone5504 4 роки тому +9

    R.I.P. Ric Ocasek 🤘

  • @serenaleigh8418
    @serenaleigh8418 4 місяці тому

    The best band we miss you Ben Orr.

  • @user-pn5pw1lj3u
    @user-pn5pw1lj3u 3 місяці тому

    Oh so tight!❤

  • @johnsteeves6450
    @johnsteeves6450 3 роки тому

    SMILES.

  • @-covid-20
    @-covid-20 3 роки тому

    Sorely under rated musical geniuses.....THE CARS....

  • @acerjuglans383
    @acerjuglans383 4 роки тому +1

    These old guys were once world wide rock stars who had major hits and played Live Aid, and it really doesn't seem all that long ago when they were young punks....

    • @susannahmaughan1215
      @susannahmaughan1215 4 роки тому +1

      It wasn't, time is flying.
      The Cars music is fresh today as it was when it came out🤙🏻

  • @ghosttgirlghosttspook5478
    @ghosttgirlghosttspook5478 6 років тому +2

    great band!!

  • @robertaube3845
    @robertaube3845 6 років тому

    I always will love these men, this group. Best thing my brother ever turned me on to.

  • @dariusstanzion6287
    @dariusstanzion6287 4 роки тому

    Fantastica!!!

  • @frankdoyle3066
    @frankdoyle3066 2 роки тому

    Love you Rick and the Cars my first intro to music really after school had finished and my first bf. It's Tracey Drummond here from new Zealand

  • @srvfan454
    @srvfan454 3 роки тому

    I will always love the Cars. Ric Ocasek was so cool with his pink Jazzmaster. May he rest in peace.

  • @LeninVargasAvila
    @LeninVargasAvila 6 років тому

    One of the best pop rock bands. Elliot fantastic!