No one ever looked better in a suit than Robert Palmer.Fantastic singer, and he pushed musical and visual boundaries. He was years ahead of his time. He went way too young.
@@ritchiec6317 I totally get what you're saying. He dressed professionally smooth and was clean-cut and dapper. Like he could have been a GQ magazine model. I just told someone recently that I could have even imagined him in films, like a cool James Bond-type character.
I love Robert Palmer's version of this tune. But a BIG special thanks to Cherelle, who recorded the original. She was perhaps best known for her duets with Tabu label mate, Alexander O'Neal.
He sure as hell did mean to! And yes, such a tragedy. I was about 10 when this came out and always liked him but I appreciate his voice so much more now.
[11 January 2022] You're so right! Of *COURSE* he meant to turn us on. You know, I've always found this to be an awfully rooguish, disingenuous song (you know, because Palmer's singing about how he didn't mean to turn us on, but we know, of course, he *DOES* mean to turn us on, and he knows we know, and we know he knows we know, etc., and of course that's the whole point of the song)...but that's what makes it fun, of course.
Everyone comments on how cool, classy, handsome, looks good, sounds good, elegent and stylish Palmer was. Those weren't his strengths in my eyes. It was how experimental he was. He created his own genre of music and created some original works of art. He converted other songs into amazing Robert Palmer versions. He later remixed his earlier work into newer, even better versions. This guy was an artist!
+Twosie76 Yea but what ABOUT MARVIN GAYE. OMG SO SEXY. GOT BETTER LOOKING AS HE GOT OLDER. Check out DARYL HALL HERE ON UTUBE DOING ME AND MRS JONES. UNREAL. AND HE IS 70 years young today and looks 45. Sexiest 70 year old man on the flat earth.
OH HEAVEN,,so this is what a real man looks like,,an amazing talent,handsome,suave,sexy WOW,well they must of needed another Angel to take him so young when he was bringing so much happiness to push away the misery,,RIP Robert,,pat mason
Had the pleasure of seeing him when he and Elkie Brooks fronted Vinegar Joe back in the early 70's. Great voice, stage presence and some really good funky/soul oriented tunes. Loved his music - died way too young. RIP Robert.
In 1987 Robert Palmer appeared on several awards shows. The American Music Awards, the Grammys and others. He performed I Didn't Mean To Turn You On each time.
I've always been pretty pragmatic & never understood women screaming & crying over the stars du jour. But then I saw him live in 1986, & I got it- it was like standing on an electrified grid. Such an understated cool, yet so incredibly hot- I thought I would pass out on the spot. 35 years later I still feel the same. He sang so many genres & did it perfectly, no other singer came close to his effortless style. Sad such a talented life was cut so short.
I listened to these songs in the 80s.. However I was more into club dance music at that time. I honestly have been watching Robert for the last 2 days. I didn't appreciate his talent back then. He had the 'it' factor. Back 4 years later. He ALWAYS wore a suit. So classy. I can't believe he's passed but people know talent when they see it. They even play his music on commercials now.
Come on man do your thing Robert you did mean to turn us on you left us to legacy beautiful music thank you you did mean a turn us on you didn't mean to turn us on..
He didn't mean too turn me on.... But he did with his music... R.I.P. Robert.. you'll be missed by lots of people on planet earth.... but as they say... you are up there with the stars.. shining down on us... hope we can meet up someday.... chris..
+HowDareThey1970 I saw an interview with him where he said that he was old-fashioned in that he thought an entertainer should dress to be presentable for a performance.
His style to perform is smooth and so much fun. I love the expressions he makes! So fun to watch, gets me into the song and atmosphere. Also, his smiles in between are priceless. I love this song, so catchy. For me one of the most interesting artists from the old times. R.I.P huge talent. I hope you lived a fulfilled life.
In his CD/DVD 'At His Very Best' (Brilliant compilation!) he introduces this song by explaining it was actually him finding the female versions, written by men, very sexist so he turned it to a male perspective...a bit of a piss take actually. He fooled me in this video though...he turns me on with very little effort indeed!
I Love this man!! I had the PLEASUE OF SEEING HIM LIVE with a Beautiful Black Lady, AAaaauugh!! What a performance they made!! What Style, Grace and Class the man had, it makes me sick to think that he is gone!!!! I call him THE GENTLEMAN OF ROCK-AND-ROLL!!! BEST DRESSED AWARD 1990; By MTV!! ANDY TAYLOR [Duran Duran] Said of his Friend ROBERT PALMER "My Friend Wore A Suit Everyday..." How Cool were these guys, ya know!? I wish I could have sat and drank with them and listened to the stories...
That Robert Palmer was one Cool Cat. He had class, elegance and one cool voice to melt the ladies...RIP in Robert, you will never be forgotten and thanks for your cool style in music.
R.I.P. Robert Palmer.......This Dude had Flavor and Swag!!! I loved this Masculine Version Of Cherelle’s “I Didn’t Mean To Turn You On!!” ❤️💯🔥🔥🔥🔥🙏🏽👊🏽👍🏽
Palmer? No one could ever be Robert. Miss that voice, that energy, that band, that talent...and still play the heck outta his stuff, especially THIS SONG!!
Robert you died tragically young ,I think about all the Absolute Bangers you would have released these last years ...but thanks for the gems you left that give us so much pleasure and to feel good about life! God .Bless RIP
At 60, this song got me out of bed and I couldn’t stop dancing. I was in collage when this song hit and my body still remember all the leg moves. I can dance all night but better be safe and dance tomorrow love. I love you Sir Robert ❤
I studied his life and career quite extensively, (well as much as the internet could provide). I was shocked at the diversity of his music. And I was shocked at the very songs that I enjoyed in my younger years came from a man 23 years my senior! In the study I found myself jamming on some of his songs and crooned by his smooth voice on others. One of my favorites is “Say you will” it’s not the one on his earlier album, but the one I found on UA-cam made in 2002. I was swooned!
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and God said: let there be elegance and style ... and Robert Palmer was made
Carlo: U said it!!!!!!2020.
well said !!!!
And Bryan Ferry
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Classic and suave
The smoothest, swanginest male singer in rock history
Robert Palmer is the best dressed man in Rock & Roll.
That is a very accurate statement.
No one ever looked better in a suit than Robert Palmer.Fantastic singer, and he pushed musical and visual boundaries. He was years ahead of his time. He went way too young.
Robert Palmer, a man who didn't mean to turn us on but still managed to turned us all on with his voice and elegance.
Exactly!!I was a junior in high school. I miss the 80’s, 90,s
So true!
😢@@Tad-For-Global-Peacesame here.
Devastatingly Handsome -
Still basking in the afterglow of his well deserved Grammy.
Always loved him-
Now looking back- he's as beautiful as Alain Delon
The James Bond of rock.
Any dislikes are most likely from jealous men who are intimated by the overload of funky smoothness exuded by this guy.
Says a jealous hag that hated Pamela Anderson fine ass 😂
The dude is much to cool 😎 to hate on.
Palmer hitting it big in the US with suave electro funk meets synth pop.
Seriously, crush on a Jimmy Jam/Jimmy Lewis song. Go Figure!
He always looked like a lawyer doctor or professor, not a Rock Star. And boy, he was AWESOME!
Only Palmer could pull off the song "I didn't mean to turn you on ..." coming from a guy. Lol.
le smooth avocat ❤salut
I don't know any of those professions who had his style, look & elegance!! You may want to have your eyes checked‼🤔
@@quentincrisp6933 lol. You know what I mean. He had a unique look
@@ritchiec6317 I totally get what you're saying. He dressed professionally smooth and was clean-cut and dapper. Like he could have been a GQ magazine model. I just told someone recently that I could have even imagined him in films, like a cool James Bond-type character.
Still one of the coolest songs ever. Timeless!
Checkout Cherelle's version.That's the original
@@burns32 Sorry but not even close! Palmer's production is far stronger.... and he's so cool! Just a matter of choice!
What a cool guy he was!!
I love Robert Palmer's version of this tune. But a BIG special thanks to Cherelle, who recorded the original. She was perhaps best known for her duets with Tabu label mate, Alexander O'Neal.
you mean smoothest.
I could watch this Man over and over again. He meant to turn us on!!!!! RIP ROBERT PALMER. I cried when he died.
He sure as hell did mean to! And yes, such a tragedy. I was about 10 when this came out and always liked him but I appreciate his voice so much more now.
Me too he was so handsome
[11 January 2022] You're so right! Of *COURSE* he meant to turn us on. You know, I've always found this to be an awfully rooguish, disingenuous song (you know, because Palmer's singing about how he didn't mean to turn us on, but we know, of course, he *DOES* mean to turn us on, and he knows we know, and we know he knows we know, etc., and of course that's the whole point of the song)...but that's what makes it fun, of course.
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🙏 amen
Everyone comments on how cool, classy, handsome, looks good, sounds good, elegent and stylish Palmer was. Those weren't his strengths in my eyes. It was how experimental he was. He created his own genre of music and created some original works of art. He converted other songs into amazing Robert Palmer versions. He later remixed his earlier work into newer, even better versions. This guy was an artist!
Absolutely!
❤
I so agree with your comment. He was a multi talented musician/man. Very missed😢
💯 % loved is instate musical style leaving your seeking out more.
He kept the Power Station sound going in his solo career & it really paid off.
He can be 007, he has the FLARE AND CLASS, AND THE LOOKS.. HANDSOME MAN. A TRUE ENGLISH GENTLEMAN.
Mid 80’s elegance and style Robert Palmer brought it to us.😎
How could anyone not love Robert Palmer? His music cuts through all musical genres. And he's cool as shit.
So true and nicely put Michael.
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@Patricia Thomas Why's there 334 haters of Robert Palmer? I'd curse out every one of them!
Well tailored comment..!!!
Just like he always was.
Period!
bet you say that to all the young catholic boys ~
That Smile reminded me of David Bowie. Miss them! RIP & Music 🌹🕯️
Smoothest White man to ever walk the earth
Smoothest man of any colour to ever walk the earth
+Twosie76 Yea but what ABOUT MARVIN GAYE. OMG SO SEXY. GOT BETTER LOOKING AS HE GOT OLDER. Check out DARYL HALL HERE ON UTUBE DOING ME AND MRS JONES. UNREAL. AND HE IS 70 years young today and looks 45. Sexiest 70 year old man on the flat earth.
Lara O'neal Agreed - Marvin Gaye was a beautiful man.
@lara o'neal: yes, marvin, robert and daryl all exude that smooth sexiness and all very handsome. daryl looks as good to me as when i saw him in 1985.
Yup..one of the smoothest white men to ever walk the planet..
The “best dressed man in rock and roll”!
I find Robert Palmer so classy, elegant. His voice and style... simply irresistible. Thanks for all your talent, Robert, rest in peace.
Raul, I agree and spot on. (Fast forward to 2024) ☮️
OH HEAVEN,,so this is what a real man looks like,,an amazing talent,handsome,suave,sexy WOW,well they must of needed another Angel to take him so young when he was bringing so much happiness to push away the misery,,RIP Robert,,pat mason
And what does a "real" woman look like??? Sexist pos
He was so handsome....such a shame that he's gone now....really enjoyed his music....
He would of been 67 on the 19th January (2021)
@@EmmaRiddle543 wow, still would have been so young. 😔
One of the coolest dudes to ever grace the earth .
A simple tune but so great.
You knew it when he stepped to the mic with his swag it was about to go down smooth and funky. Rip Robert Palmer
Yaasssss
His swag is dopeman don't nobody got swag like Robert Palmer what's up I didn't mean to turn you on !! 💋❤️♥️
que tal timing con el micro maxima elegancia
What a singer rip man i wish you were still here what a legend what a song .
Tore it up in 1987 with this song. Most underrated soulful white singer ever!
He looks sooo good; the hair cut, great suit, cool moves and has an amazing voice plus a kick ass band. What more do you need.
the smile at 2:43
Wackojacko?😂
Smooth
I needed him to not die so young.
Need him to still be here all of these years.
Had the pleasure of seeing him when he and Elkie Brooks fronted Vinegar Joe back in the early 70's. Great voice, stage presence and some really good funky/soul oriented tunes. Loved his music - died way too young. RIP Robert.
One of the fittest, most talented British musicians ever, a true talent, devastated in 2003!
In 1987 Robert Palmer appeared on several awards shows. The American Music Awards, the Grammys and others. He performed I Didn't Mean To Turn You On each time.
SWAGGER! SWAGGER! SWAGGER! RIP Mr. Palmer.
Swag is right, milady! Hi from 2024 ☮️
Gorgeous man with a gorgeous voice that left us way too soon........
Brilliant Robert Palmer 👍🏴❤️❤️❤️
He seems to wear suits and ties for most of his performances. The man has style and class. RIP Rob.
He had the kind of James Bond sophistication and cool that only an English gent can have
so so so smoooth. The face expressions say it all..
Some of the Best Blue Eye Soul ever!
And the man knew how to wear a suit!
Hard to believe that this timeless classic is almost 35 years old!! The wonderful Robert Palmer
Robert Palmer was the James bond of Rock and Funk!! Class and major talent! RIP Mr. Palmer.
👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
He would have made a great James Bond.
JN: HEEELL yeees!!!!2020.What a BIG fact.
What a fantastic idea - now I won't be able to get this out of my head fo-re-ver...
Yes he smooth
he was basically that, the Bond of music
That would have perfect !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Second to Sean Connery
Miss you Robert!..smooth as hell on this one.
Perfect combination of style, looks, smoothness. Not sure who compares
The Great Mr. Robert Palmer!!! RIP in The Great Gig in The Sky. I'm 70 still Rock n Roll!!!!!
Might as well face it, I’m addicted to watching my guy make it look easy! RIP to the goat Rob P!
the band members look so happy. love this song
😊😆😁
RP is quite possibly the coolest cat to ever live!
exactly
RootsRockRebel MEOW! 😉
Very cool Dean Martin holds the official title though ;)
I wish I could have met him to tell him that I didn't mean to turn him on....❤
I've always been pretty pragmatic & never understood women screaming & crying over the stars du jour. But then I saw him live in 1986, & I got it- it was like standing on an electrified grid. Such an understated cool, yet so incredibly hot- I thought I would pass out on the spot. 35 years later I still feel the same. He sang so many genres & did it perfectly, no other singer came close to his effortless style. Sad such a talented life was cut so short.
Robert Palmer was one elegant musician. This music video, 'Didn't mean to turn you on', the best!
Robert Palmer was a class act. He left us too soon….
He was such a great, talented, classy innovator of his OWN style. R.I.P. legend !!!
Why do i love him so much?
I listened to these songs in the 80s.. However I was more into club dance music at that time. I honestly have been watching Robert for the last 2 days. I didn't appreciate his talent back then. He had the 'it' factor. Back 4 years later. He ALWAYS wore a suit. So classy. I can't believe he's passed but people know talent when they see it. They even play his music on commercials now.
What a song, so smooth. Dearly missed talent.
Come on man do your thing Robert you did mean to turn us on you left us to legacy beautiful music thank you you did mean a turn us on you didn't mean to turn us on..
Palmer's best song; the most sexy, sutry, and catchy song of his.
When music lost Mr. Palmer, they indeed lost a bright star.
Can't believe my dad played this ALL the time, what a hoot he was
He didn't mean too turn me on.... But he did with his music... R.I.P. Robert.. you'll be missed by lots of people on planet earth.... but as they say... you are up there with the stars.. shining down on us... hope we can meet up someday.... chris..
He was one of the coolest dudes on the planet, gone too soon like so many great talents R.I.P.
One of the few big stars of the time who wore a suit onstage
HowDareThey1970 And, oh, the ladies loved it.
+HowDareThey1970 - Others included Billy Joel, Sting and Billy Ocean. It depended on what your music style was and what you were going to do on stage.
+HowDareThey1970 He wore classy well tailored suits as well none of those baggy crap ones..
+YourAnjl This lady LOVED IT! Sexy! 💋
+HowDareThey1970 I saw an interview with him where he said that he was old-fashioned in that he thought an entertainer should dress to be presentable for a performance.
Real talent and charisma...where is it gone
Funk out of your speakers,great voice...there you have it.....REAL MUSIC
His style to perform is smooth and so much fun. I love the expressions he makes! So fun to watch, gets me into the song and atmosphere. Also, his smiles in between are priceless. I love this song, so catchy. For me one of the most interesting artists from the old times. R.I.P huge talent. I hope you lived a fulfilled life.
vou sir de que lado
Absolutely 👏🏻👏🏻 well said
So handsome......this is the robert palmer i knew
The coolest man to ever walk across a stage. RIP
Like Bowie: a rare commodity: an English man who could sing soulfully!
One of the coolest gents ever to grace a stage.
I really like this song. It's reflective of a sensitive man trying to explain an awkward moment.
In his CD/DVD 'At His Very Best' (Brilliant compilation!) he introduces this song by explaining it was actually him finding the female versions, written by men, very sexist so he turned it to a male perspective...a bit of a piss take actually. He fooled me in this video though...he turns me on with very little effort indeed!
Twosie76 Apparently he was disgusted that Cherelle was only 16 when her version of this was produced.
so understated ,he knew less was more , fab performance xxx
I Love this man!! I had the PLEASUE OF SEEING HIM LIVE with a Beautiful Black Lady, AAaaauugh!! What a performance they made!! What Style, Grace and Class the man had, it makes me sick to think that he is gone!!!! I call him THE GENTLEMAN OF ROCK-AND-ROLL!!! BEST DRESSED AWARD 1990; By MTV!! ANDY TAYLOR [Duran Duran] Said of his Friend ROBERT PALMER "My Friend Wore A Suit Everyday..." How Cool were these guys, ya know!? I wish I could have sat and drank with them and listened to the stories...
One of the coolest dudes that ever lived .
An amazing vocal talent and a total class act who left this world way too soon.Sadly missed.
RIP, Robert Palmer.
one of the most elegant artists of this wonderful era
How could he NOT turn one on? Such a devastating loss- couldn't believe it when he died in his prime :(
Same here. Such a shame. Still miss him💔💔👄🎶🎶🌹
😢
Chain smoking got him
That Robert Palmer was one Cool Cat. He had class, elegance and one cool voice to melt the ladies...RIP in Robert, you will never be forgotten and thanks for your cool style in music.
R.I.P. Robert Palmer.......This Dude had Flavor and Swag!!! I loved this Masculine Version Of Cherelle’s “I Didn’t Mean To Turn You On!!” ❤️💯🔥🔥🔥🔥🙏🏽👊🏽👍🏽
I fell in love with him at the age of eleven. I still love him at forty-five. The most beautiful man I've ever seen to this day.
Robert Palmer's best song, It's brilliant!
Palmer? No one could ever be Robert. Miss that voice, that energy, that band, that talent...and still play the heck outta his stuff, especially THIS SONG!!
The man brought a little class looking sharp. Need more of that nowadays.
I agree. But try Mr Gerry Colvin.
Mr Robert Palmer a true class act what style ....
Robert Palmer was all over the place for a while an then went viral. RIP rock king.
Robert Palmer was a First Class Act and ahead of his Time. He is sorely missed...
First class the drummer and the guitars Rock
Had that Swagger. RIP MR. Palmer
The typical epitome of cool. This guy reeked of it. Fantastic artist and sorely missed
His music and style is timeless!
💯❤️🌍
I dont care what anyone says Robert was SEXY in the day! Suave!!! Something singers dont have and he could Sing!!!!
I never get tired of watching this video, it keeps him alive...I love U RP...
Classy, satin voice..a good writer helps....RIP both Allen and Robert..
Hot shaken beat, always love this song, it will never get old.
Robert Palmer: a true musical legend. Great production by Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis. They took the original song to another level!!!.
Robert you died tragically young ,I think about all the Absolute Bangers you would have released these last years ...but thanks for the gems you left that give us so much pleasure and to feel good about life! God .Bless RIP
This has to be one of the best songs ever made , it's better then simply irresistible, but that's great too . Rip Mr. Palmer😊
At 60, this song got me out of bed and I couldn’t stop dancing. I was in collage when this song hit and my body still remember all the leg moves. I can dance all night but better be safe and dance tomorrow love. I love you Sir Robert ❤
Super smooth , cool dude with such a great voice and style who did his own thing , top class
I studied his life and career quite extensively, (well as much as the internet could provide). I was shocked at the diversity of his music. And I was shocked at the very songs that I enjoyed in my younger years came from a man 23 years my senior! In the study I found myself jamming on some of his songs and crooned by his smooth voice on others. One of my favorites is “Say you will” it’s not the one on his earlier album, but the one I found on UA-cam made in 2002. I was swooned!
This Been my shit since the 80's the beat an swag was all there
One of the best real singers.