I played this song for my stepson's funeral after he died of Cystic Fibrosis at the age of 12. As this song was playing, pictures of his childhood happy times with the family were flashing across the video screen for the audience. It was very touching for all and still brings a tear to my eyes more than 19 years later. To me this song is far deeper than just expressing love for a partner, its also about being an individual and someone special within the lives of others.
I'm an American music lover. A friend in Australia shared this song with me today. I absolutely fell in love with it! So much so, that I ordered a CD with this song on it! Its now one of my favorite songs! Sad to hear the bassist has passed away. Bass guitar is my favorite. My fiancée's himself is an ex bassist in the UK! RIP
Vale Glenn Wheatley, passed away today 2nd February 2022. Bassist for the Masters Apprentices and icon of the Australian music industry as a manager and promoter. A selfless and skilful entrepreneur who guided the careers of so many great artists. Go quietly into the night brave soul. "Do what you want to do, be what you want to be."
Glenn Wheatley - gone too soon. My introduction to rock was this band when I was 10 and I have loved it ever since. I am so sad for the loss of a wonderful man. Peace and love to his family.
Glenn Wheatley was a man so many of our politicians and other authority figures could learn from. He made mistakes during his life, but at least he admitted to them and took full responsibility.
Proud to be an Aussie. Reminiscing.....great era of music that was the 60's and 70's. Thank you Jim, Doug, Colin and Glen for music that we'll never forget!
I love this. This was my song for my beloved Peter. Who was tragically taken in a motorcycle accident 1994. I love you Pete...always did and always will. xxxxxx
Hello future person, yes we are still listening to It's Because I Love You in *[insert date here]* . You have great taste in music too. Have a fantastic day!
I was there when they started up in Adelaide. Had their hit records 'Because I Love You', 'Undecided', 'Buried and Dead' and 'Turn Up Your Radio'. We had another amazing group in Australia at that time, 'The Easybeats' from Sydney.
I saw them live a number of times - if they were in America and not Australia they would have been huge. Leaders in their day. Jim Keyes the lead a great singer. Later he was in a 3 piece collaboration called Keyes Cotton and Morris. ua-cam.com/video/j0BSrkrdNws/v-deo.html
I know I'm late to the party with this comment, but ... here in Australia, we still hear the chorus "Do what you wanna do, be what you wanna be, yeah" played from time to time in TV commercials for various things. In fact, at the moment, the national public broadcaster (the ABC) is playing that chorus in one of its channel promotions. This song came out when I was a teenager, so it's quite "contemporary" to me, but it amazes me that it's still being used fifty years on and heard incidentally on TV by people whose parents weren't even born when it came out.
this song is an absolute classic, first released in 1970 and here we are in 2011,41 years later and the songs sounds as fresh today as it was when it was first released
It took me four days to find out who sang this song,,and it turned out to be someone on youtube, I am 43 years old living in Chicago, and I have never herd of this band, or this song, and I HAVE TO SAY OH MY GOD,,,,UNBELIEVEABLE MUSIC,,JUST INCREDIBLE, IVE NEVER HEARD ANYBODY WITH THIS KIND OF SOUND THANKS
Find out more about Jim Keays and the Masters Apprentices here: www.themonthly.com.au/issue/2014/november/1416806997/robert-forster/what-s-difference-between-rock-star-and-pop-star
AND tragically, almost impossible to get international recognition. We were so proud of our music, but felt very offended that the international market showed no interest in anything from down under, as if we didn't exist. AND more sadly, our market wasn't big enough to sustain all our wonderful bands. BUT it is so good when our music gets discovered here on YT by music fans all over the world and they 'rave' about it, just like we did and do. Stupid US record companies, and radio stations that couldn't be told, what we thought was a real good thing.
RIP Colin Burgess the drummer who has passed away at the young age of 77. Had the pleasure of seeing them only once in Sydney in the mid 80's when they reformed and put on a fantastic rock n roll show, which had lots of other musos in the audience to see a band of legends and they didn't disappoint at all.
I was so privileged to see these guys in Sydney in 1986 - having been too young to have seen them live in 1966! The 1986 show was tight, loud and such a celebration...this song performed , was beyond all of that: reading Kimball's story brings home just how much heart and soul this song possesses.The feeling in the room was so powerful...how lucky we are to have an Australian band such as this.
Listened to The Masters Apprentices when they won the Hoadlys Battle of the sounds in the early/mid sixties. Just wish you could turn back the clock to hear this fantastic band in all their glory again. What a great era to grow up in. Be what you want to be!!!
Fair to say if Masters Apprentices had been US or UK based or had they come along now ... could have been one of the biggest bands in the world - they were great ... take some time out and check their other songs.
Yes I can appreciate that.Its captivating and thoughtful at the same time as being happy.Cheers, John.Wish it was out there more.Excellent orchestration as well.
I stood in front of them in a bondi wine bar mid week, after they returned from England, hardly anyone was there it was like I had them all to myself ! Wonderful experience . The guitar was enormous they were so heavy Great band MAJICAL MOMENT in my life.
Such a great song. I was in London 1971 at Grand Funk railroad/Humble Pie concert and as walking through crowd who comes towards us but the Masters themselves. Me and my brother said hi and had a brief chat. Made my day. Many years later Jim was Dj at some place in St Kilda. Told him about our breief chat. Ended up having a longer talk to him about London and concert.. So sad him and Glenn have now gone but the music lives on.
Unreal music. I love how UA-cam makes it possible to discover this brilliant music from before you born that I'd never hear if it were left to radio and record companies.
There are a number of classics from this era, Its because of love you is one.What a great legacy from the band, This song never fails to nspire, the music and words are just fantastic.
Played this song in acoustic duo for years. Always a crowd favourite, The songs of a time, a generation , our teenage years, are slowly loosing there owners and Masters but are left behind for us to enjoy. RIP Jim Keays
His funeral was the greatest I have ever been to, they way it was all organised was amazing. The songs from Russell Morris were amazing. So many talented amazing people in the one place.
Occasionally, during my lifetime I have met a male who is just a really nice, kind person with no ulterior motives. Glen was one of these people. Way back in 1968 when I was just 15, I had the good fortune of meeting Glen, who at the time had a tiny bit of fame which had not gone to his head. Over the years, have followed his increasing fame which always had the important ingredients faith and kindness. Deepest sympathy to Glen's wife and children and his good friend John Farnham. 🦋♥️🌹
OMG - why have I never heard this before. Just listened to this and Future of our Nation showing this to be one of the great progressive bands, skilful in soft and heavy. And what musical talent! Thanks for the post I am going to hear some more.
The Master's Apprentices were a great band and played at my high school Social/Prom for the night. I think we had booked them early because they were pretty big by the time they played at our local hall. A fantastic night, we were all into the music then.
Always dreamed about doing what I want. That's getting harder and harder nowadays. Worked with a band member for a few years..very inspiring and great cook. ❤️
Awesome! This 60s revival band of mine in the 80's tried to cover this song but it was just beyond us - we were just kids, really, & we were biting off way more than we could chew. We all so admired those guys - total legends! I was fortunate enough to see the Masters perform live in two reunion concerts. I met Jim Keyes and Doug Ford in Mildura in 1999 for the CD promo tour and Jim stayed to talk to me over a beer (he won't remember) but he shook my hand and sign my copy. Top bloke, top band!
Just heard today Jim Keays passed away. The Masters were a great ozzie band & he will be sadly missed. RIP Jimmy boy, & thanks for the memories of my youth.
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When we die off these kinds of songs will sadly be forgotten as the newer rubbish diseased junk music takes over.
all on you weird post WTF
@@steviejohn9502 go back to school. Your grammar is WRONG!
I'll still be floating and surfing the internet like now waiting to be discovered by future generations.
Still amazing and chilling in 2024.... Love it.
God, I can’t explain how important and meaningful this music era was to us in Australia. Just so brilliant.
And it is great in the movie Holding the Man from Australia. That is where I first heard it.
I was just in my teens when this came out, I lived thru 3 decades of the best music
Australian music is fucking awesome
Big flex the guitarist lives next door and he teaches me
F...in..oath...great stuff
I played this song for my stepson's funeral after he died of Cystic Fibrosis at the age of 12. As this song was playing, pictures of his childhood happy times with the family were flashing across the video screen for the audience. It was very touching for all and still brings a tear to my eyes more than 19 years later. To me this song is far deeper than just expressing love for a partner, its also about being an individual and someone special within the lives of others.
That's beautiful ❤️
well put
Bless you all.
Sorry for your loss.
Beautifully said. I'd like to have this played at my funeral.
I'm an American music lover. A friend in Australia shared this song with me today. I absolutely fell in love with it! So much so, that I ordered a CD with this song on it! Its now one of my favorite songs! Sad to hear the bassist has passed away.
Bass guitar is my favorite. My fiancée's himself is an ex bassist in the UK! RIP
Absolutely amazing! 51yrs old, 9 days clean and sober. Miss my girl Bek...for you bébé.
One of the best Australian songs...certainly stands the test of time.
agree
One of the very best Aussie songs ever. Absolutely awesome.
Vale Glenn Wheatley, passed away today 2nd February 2022. Bassist for the Masters Apprentices and icon of the Australian music industry as a manager and promoter. A selfless and skilful entrepreneur who guided the careers of so many great artists. Go quietly into the night brave soul. "Do what you want to do, be what you want to be."
Jim Keys..lead singer also gone..both brilliant..
RIP...my kids love the masters
😭😭😭😭😭is this really my account.who are you?
Hacking my account was my happiest time but how could you leave me with misery.guilt burden etc.
2/2/22 what a day to go!
❤❤❤❤ another iconic song and Aussie band❤❤❤
Glenn Wheatley - gone too soon. My introduction to rock was this band when I was 10 and I have loved it ever since. I am so sad for the loss of a wonderful man. Peace and love to his family.
Sadly missed and never be forgotten 💔😭
Condolences to Whitley family 💔💔💔
Rest in Peace Glenn and God bless 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Glenn Wheatley was a man so many of our politicians and other authority figures could learn from. He made mistakes during his life, but at least he admitted to them and took full responsibility.
@@sharonjensen3016 very true. He was one person I wanted to meet, but I never got the chance.
Legend in his own right, gone too soon.
This is so romantic 💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓
One of the most under-rated bands in Australia. Their music was ahead of their time and it was a shame that they broke up so soon. RIP Glenn.
i just heard collin Burgess passed at 77
Proud to be an Aussie. Reminiscing.....great era of music that was the 60's and 70's.
Thank you Jim, Doug, Colin and Glen for music that we'll never forget!
My dad was in this band!!!!!
this is by far my favorite song they did!
Saw them perform Just a few hours ago. Still awesome. Who was a your Dad?
Shauna O'Brien I was at the same gig as you mate , they played at the Gov last night it was so awesome 🇦🇺
Who’s your dad mate ? Awesome band they rock
Leandro Machado this guy commented 10 years ago the dude probably lost his account
Really ? . . . Who was your dad ?, " great song ".
AUSSIE MUSIC AT ITS FINEST!!!
How good would it be to go back in time ?!
Australia had the best rock bands ever🌺
We sure did !!! :)
And in the race to top of the list of Greatest Australian songs ever? This has got to be top 5.
Definitely Top 5; I'd even go so far as to say Top 3. Mind you, I'd have Supernaut "I Like it Both Ways" somewhere in my My Top 20 too.
@@channeltoam2893 Christ I remember that one!😆
It's beautiful, poetic ❤🦘🐨
Number one love song
But don’t forget Billy Thorpe and the Aztecs. Somebody left me crying
I love this. This was my song for my beloved Peter. Who was tragically taken in a motorcycle accident 1994. I love you Pete...always did and always will. xxxxxx
we played this song at my dad's funeral in December last year, when the photos of his life came up on screen. love you dad.
One the first songs I heard
When I was a kid
Rip Glenn
Always be a Masters apprentice
Condolences to his family🙏🏼🌹🙏🏼🌹
Yes for sure
Hello future person, yes we are still listening to It's Because I Love You in *[insert date here]* . You have great taste in music too. Have a fantastic day!
Here, yet again, in Feb. 2024. The music doesn't get any better than this.
Australia 🇦🇺 2024 ☮️
Proud to be Australian with music like this!
I’m American and every time I meet a Aussie, I’m like do know Masters Apprentices? From old to young the answer is yes!
Amazing aussie band
I was there when they started up in Adelaide. Had their hit records 'Because I Love You', 'Undecided', 'Buried and Dead' and 'Turn Up Your Radio'. We had another amazing group in Australia at that time, 'The Easybeats' from Sydney.
I saw them live a number of times - if they were in America and not Australia they would have been huge. Leaders in their day. Jim Keyes the lead a great singer. Later he was in a 3 piece collaboration called Keyes Cotton and Morris. ua-cam.com/video/j0BSrkrdNws/v-deo.html
I know I'm late to the party with this comment, but ... here in Australia, we still hear the chorus "Do what you wanna do, be what you wanna be, yeah" played from time to time in TV commercials for various things. In fact, at the moment, the national public broadcaster (the ABC) is playing that chorus in one of its channel promotions. This song came out when I was a teenager, so it's quite "contemporary" to me, but it amazes me that it's still being used fifty years on and heard incidentally on TV by people whose parents weren't even born when it came out.
two words, Choice Cuts !
this song is an absolute classic, first released in 1970 and here we are in 2011,41 years later and the songs sounds as fresh today as it was when it was first released
And now, 53 years later still. 😊
So true.
Listeni g in 2023 and loving it.
RIP Glenn Wheatley
Thank you for the music
An era that has come and gone, but never to be forgotten.
One of my favorite Australian Music Anthems. Love always.
Great Australian talent with an equally great song!
I could never get sick of the fantastic guitar work at the start of the song....brilliant.
RIP Glenn Wheatley. Thanks for the music. Thoughts go out to his beloved family and friends.
Best song ever from Australia
This is one of my all time favourites songs ever....
Beautifully haunting!
Mine too. It's fabulous 👌
I loved them then as I love them now....I play their CD in my car...thank u for the wonderful music guy’s.
It took me four days to find out who sang this song,,and it turned out to be someone on youtube, I am 43 years old living in Chicago, and I have never herd of this band, or this song, and I HAVE TO SAY OH MY GOD,,,,UNBELIEVEABLE MUSIC,,JUST INCREDIBLE, IVE NEVER HEARD ANYBODY WITH THIS KIND OF SOUND THANKS
Find out more about Jim Keays and the Masters Apprentices here: www.themonthly.com.au/issue/2014/november/1416806997/robert-forster/what-s-difference-between-rock-star-and-pop-star
im glad you discovered a great australian band, theres more....
A fantastic period for Aussie bands..
Great AUSSIE band of the 60's&70's when Aussie artists and bands had to go oversesas to get recognition
AND tragically, almost impossible to get international recognition. We were so proud of our music, but felt very offended that the international market showed no interest in anything from down under, as if we didn't exist. AND more sadly, our market wasn't big enough to sustain all our wonderful bands.
BUT it is so good when our music gets discovered here on YT by music fans all over the world and they 'rave' about it, just like we did and do. Stupid US record companies, and radio stations that couldn't be told, what we thought was a real good thing.
RIP Colin Burgess the drummer who has passed away at the young age of 77.
Had the pleasure of seeing them only once in Sydney in the mid 80's when they reformed and put on a fantastic rock n roll show, which had lots of other musos in the audience to see a band of legends and they didn't disappoint at all.
I remember hearing this in 1970 when I was 8. Music legends.
strange because the recorded is from 1971
This song is so beautiful.
I agree.....
IT WAS SO GOOD GROWING UP IN AUSTRALIA IN THE 60 ANTHE 70
Without questioning , i couldn't agree any more 🙂👌
This one is one of my top-favourite ALL time !!!! 🙂👌
Watch this video in color: ua-cam.com/video/Qju7s9-CyM8/v-deo.html
A great band that never quite made it as big as they deserved
Happy Australia day everyone Australian music is best and rocks!
I shed a tear when hearing this and its always stuck in my head lately ,,I think I'm coming to the end , beautiful song and fond memories for me : )
A true masterpiece...ethereal rhythm and hauntingly romantic lyrics...
Sad to hear of the loss of Jim Keays...always the Master never the Apprentice...rest In Peace
Can't really listen to this song without crying anymore...
Jonathan Kosyjana
Same here man.
Me too
Me too.
Bro the guy who played in this band taught me guitar
RIP Glen. A great Australian
Masters and Apprentices great band, song is timeless reminds of youth and so many possibilities!!
Rest in Peace Jim Keays. Thank you for the music, the memories and your loyalty to Australian music.
RIP Colin Burgess who passed away on the 17/12/23 aged 77. He was the original drummer.
I was so privileged to see these guys in Sydney in 1986 - having been too young to have seen them live in 1966! The 1986 show was tight, loud and such a celebration...this song performed , was beyond all of that: reading Kimball's story brings home just how much heart and soul this song possesses.The feeling in the room was so powerful...how lucky we are to have an Australian band such as this.
Crank it right up! magic song, love it one of Aussies greatest bands!
Needs more views and attention...
I think this is hidden gold for most good music lovers. ♥️
Yeah i agree i dont think enough people know about this song!
ABSOLUTELY TIMELESS!!!!
Wish I could re-live the 60's now - was only a baby then. Love the music & lifestyle from that period. Love Master Apprentices and this song!! ...
This hits close to home everytime i hear it.
Me too, it's a tug st yr 💓 heart, my 50th today, was asked my most influential music, for myself, this is up there at no. 1 cheers all , Oz 😎
Listened to The Masters Apprentices when they won the Hoadlys Battle of the sounds in the early/mid sixties. Just wish you could turn back the clock to hear this fantastic band in all their glory again. What a great era to grow up in. Be what you want to be!!!
This is a 70s icon better than those 50 years later.
Such a beautiful song
Fair to say if Masters Apprentices had been US or UK based or had they come along now ... could have been one of the biggest bands in the world - they were great ... take some time out and check their other songs.
Absolutely
Met them raffles Perth rehearsing, auntie ran the place old raffs
One of my favourite songs
The Raff's band ha ha perth
Miss the old raffles, what a pub
One of my most favourite songs ever. Nice that there was a generous amount of close ups on Glenn Wheatley. RIP Legend.
This song seems to be revived quite often in advertisements. A milk ad, a car ad, and superannuation.
Yes I can appreciate that.Its captivating and thoughtful at the same time as being happy.Cheers, John.Wish it was out there more.Excellent orchestration as well.
This song is from the heart, to the soul :)
One of our great Adelaide bands .
I remember the days when a boyfriend sung and played this to me..:)
lucky you
Now it’s just you and the cat...
Did it get you wet?
Duncan Mcfadden 💀💀
One of the absolute greatest songs from that era and I'm meaning greatest from anywhere in the world.
So long, and thank you for coming, Colin Burgess.
Beautiful song...
Great memories...
Just reminds me of Holding The Man. Good movie. This song makes me sad though.
Simply a masterpiece. Timeless. Love this song was in my my my early teens.
First song I learned to play on guitar early 70's and still a fav
Absolutely priceless …go Aussies
This was such a brilliant period in the Australian music scene. Great bands and songs that became classics in The Great Australian "Songbook" 💕💕💕
Loved the wild Masters songs and never realised that Jim had such a great voice.
This is right up there with the best love songs.
I stood in front of them in a bondi wine bar mid week, after they returned from England, hardly anyone was there it was like I had them all to myself ! Wonderful experience . The guitar was enormous they were so heavy Great band MAJICAL MOMENT in my life.
Master's Apprentices - Great Music!!
Rest in peace, Jim Keays. Always remembered.
makes me proud to be an aussie!
I second that
Such a great song. I was in London 1971 at Grand Funk railroad/Humble Pie concert and as walking through crowd who comes towards us but the Masters themselves. Me and my brother said hi and had a brief chat. Made my day. Many years later Jim was Dj at some place in St Kilda. Told him about our breief chat. Ended up having a longer talk to him about London and concert.. So sad him and Glenn have now gone but the music lives on.
Simply mind blowing
Unreal music. I love how UA-cam makes it possible to discover this brilliant music from before you born that I'd never hear if it were left to radio and record companies.
There are a number of classics from this era, Its because of love you is one.What a great legacy from the band, This song never fails to nspire, the music and words are just fantastic.
I loved this song so much as a little girl... I still love it to bits
I am a slightly pre baby boomer and lived through a lot of different styles, but this eras' music still blows me away and brings back many memories
The chorus hit me hard. sometimes I laughed and sometimes I cried.
RIP Gavin Webb. Thanks for the music.
Played this song in acoustic duo for years. Always a crowd favourite, The songs of a time, a generation , our teenage years, are slowly loosing there owners and Masters but are left behind for us to enjoy. RIP Jim Keays
One of the greatest pop songs ever. Period.
Amazing band and a stunning song arguably the best Australian song of all time along with Great Southern Land - Icehouse.
His funeral was the greatest I have ever been to, they way it was all organised was amazing. The songs from Russell Morris were amazing. So many talented amazing people in the one place.
Occasionally, during my lifetime I have met a male who is just a really nice, kind person with no ulterior motives. Glen was one of these people. Way back in 1968 when I was just 15, I had the good fortune of meeting Glen, who at the time had a tiny bit of fame which had not gone to his head. Over the years, have followed his increasing fame which always had the important ingredients faith and kindness. Deepest sympathy to Glen's wife and children and his good friend John Farnham. 🦋♥️🌹
And that's where he should have stayed - making music not making money. Heart and talent is in the right place at the right time. Sorry
OMG - why have I never heard this before. Just listened to this and Future of our Nation showing this to be one of the great progressive bands, skilful in soft and heavy. And what musical talent! Thanks for the post I am going to hear some more.
Australian rock legends.
The Master's Apprentices were a great band and played at my high school Social/Prom for the night. I think we had booked them early because they were pretty big by the time they played at our local hall. A fantastic night, we were all into the music then.
Great period . Great song . Great Aussie band .
Always dreamed about doing what I want. That's getting harder and harder nowadays. Worked with a band member for a few years..very inspiring and great cook. ❤️
Awesome! This 60s revival band of mine in the 80's tried to cover this song but it was just beyond us - we were just kids, really, & we were biting off way more than we could chew. We all so admired those guys - total legends! I was fortunate enough to see the Masters perform live in two reunion concerts. I met Jim Keyes and Doug Ford in Mildura in 1999 for the CD promo tour and Jim stayed to talk to me over a beer (he won't remember) but he shook my hand and sign my copy. Top bloke, top band!
Amazing Legends!❤🔥❤️🙏
I have memories of a Concert on the Gold Coast, 12 December 1970, my 21st!
Takes me back to my young days.... Soooh loved them....
RIP Glenn Wheatley. Love this song. Timeless. Has a loop to it that makes you able to list to it a couple of times in a row.
Love it all on YT. Playing all the great songs.
RIP Jim Keays, thank you for the music x
Just heard today Jim Keays passed away. The Masters were a great ozzie band & he will be sadly missed. RIP Jimmy boy, & thanks for the memories of my youth.
Love this song. First heard it on Seachange just recently. Unbelievable that I never listened to them growing up in the US in the 1970s.
every parent should play this to their children when leaving school in order to inspire them
Reminds me of the Mobil TV adverts from the 1970's ;-)
I remember hearing this song on SeaChange a few years ago. And I saw that episode on ABC again yesterday. Amazing song. I love it!!!!