I can't tell you how many times I cried to this song in 1984, after the loss of my first love when I was 16 because the song described how strongly I felt about my 1st love. I was in love with her from a distance for a year before I worked up the courage to call her and ask her for a date. 40 years later, I'm still in love with her and think about her every day. The song isn't about a man falling in love with a blind woman, its about someone falling in love with someone that doesn't yet know they exist. It's love from afar. Its about obsession.
Who out there has never loved someone from afar??? Crushed hard on someone who you knew had no idea you existed??? Or so you thought? Or maybe they never loved you back....so what? It is ridiculous that so many want to turn a normal human experience into something evil or suspect.
I was a teenager when this song came out. To watch it through fresh eyes, so beautiful. Exactly how I felt when I saw this in the 80's I share the same as you. Thank you for posting. Does my heart good to see the young enjoy such a classic 😊
I too remember watching this video as a kid…and not realizing how Lionel came off like a creepy Stalker who should be under 24 hour surveillance by law enforcement
One of the best videos to come out of this time. It still makes me cry, and I've seen it countless times over the years. Lionel has some great work, but this is #1 for me.
This was my favorite song when I was in the 6th grade. I remember when it was #1, I was trying to get my classmates to buy the single, so it could stay at #1. I was always such a huge top 40 music nerd. I have even funnier stories. 😁
Lionel is an amazing talent. If you want to hear & see another great performance, that he did in 2012 with Kenny Rogers you should find their performance of 'Lady'. So, so good. The song, their performance & their obvious deep friendship.
I adored this song when it came out. Being in my late teens at the time, I dreamed about a guy like this. Wishing I would meet someone who was the same way...
I still Remember when i 1st seen this video at 8 years old way back in 1983'' Its now 2023'' 40 years later And im 48 years old. This song still sounds good til this day. 80s babies music will always be timeless, And songs like these will get you in your feelings real quick. I felt the same thing yall felt as both of yall was watching the video Great Reaction yall.🎶👍😎
My favorite love song. This brought back memories of being a teenager and young adult. No feelings like crushing on someone and hoping they will pay attention to you. This is an amazing song. Love Lionel Richie so much still. What a fabulous song.
I know this song and it just now made me cry, because i am in love with a woman that is disabled too. And him singing about how he just wants to make her happy and show her how beautiful life can be when loved right.❤️
I honestly think this is the greatest reaction video i have ever watched. Reliving this song through your eyes was magical. It brought back all the memories of seeing it for the first time. We have all felt this way about someone and this was incredible. Thanks.
His love songs are so emotional. Love him and his voice. Please react to more of his songs...you will love them. Thanks so much. You guys are just beautiful together.
"can music save your mortal soul" (McLean), "come together" (Beatles), "imagine all the people living life in peace" (Lennon). Every song has a meaning to someone. The more we share music, the more peaceful we become. I'm not saying it will cure all the world's troubles but music will certainly soothe you if you let it.
I love reaction channels I am a fan I watch them often. However I watch you guys everyday over and over and over again even ones I've already seen. Shawn and Mel you guys are by far number 1.
Almost as a subtle underlying current in this song & video was Lionel Ritchie's talent for "seeing" into the heart, & creating an artistic musical masterpiece of what he "saw" there.
I've heard this song hundreds of times but never saw the video. This adds so much depth to the lyrics. Wow. Thank you for another beautiful, perceptive reaction.
Finally, two people reacting to this video who GET the right context off the cuff. So many channels reacting to this video and accusing Lionel Richie depicting himself as a stalker or a weirdo - it's like" you assholes, this is Lionel's INNER monologue, he's not really singing it to her. GET it already." I refuse to believe someone hasn't admired someone from afar and never said anything to them, as depicted in this video. It's called being human.
"Can't Slow Down" was my first real album, I was 10. And Lionel gave me love and kindness. "Hello" destroys me always. Ya'lls reaction is blessed! LOVE YOU BOTH, love all the fam if I am allowed to say that! Hope to meet ya! #WearingBLMshirt Every day at work! I have 4, don't worry washed and clean! Love you 2!!!!
I was a little kid when this video dropped and I felt the sweetness in it then. God we had some good @ss music in the 80s! I still mostly listen to older music.
One of my favorite songs of all from my childhood I was lk 8 when this came out and it still moves and I have on rotation on my phone .I cry listening to it at times idk why it moves me lk it does from the time I heard it..
My favorite girlfriend and I loved this song in high school. When she left me I couldn't listen to it for over 10 years. I still miss her. I never recovered.
When I saw this the first time back then I thought Laura Carrington , who played the blind student , was the most beautiful woman I had ever seen! Wow! 😍😍😍😍😍
You need to do more songs by the commodore : they made a whole Lotta hits! Do my number one favorite , Sail On , he did it with the commodores but my favorite is when he song it with Tim McGraw, other songs are : brick house, just to be close to you, easy like Sunday morning, Jesus is love All night long , & so many others.
I remember watching this video with my sons one day, and when the video was over they said to me, how was this video allowed to be on TV?….it’s about a teacher lusting after his student which is inappropriate, so I watched the and I started thinking OMG…have I been looking at this video all wrong….I was a teen when this song first came out and I always looked at it as a love story (and besides, I liked the song), but after watching you guys reacting to the video, I’m glad there is someone who sees the video the way I did growing up….Thank you.
It makes me sick that our kids have been taught to think of what is essentially a NORMAL human emotion or desire -- crushing on someone from afar and hoping they like you back -- is somehow dirty or suspect. It makes our boys doubt their own actions and emotions for women and our girls afraid of or disgusted by the boys around them..... I have never thought ill of this song or this video. Essentially it shows two grown people in love with each other from afar. That is all.
This came out before the world got weird. I thought this was so romantic back in the day. I never thought a bit about it being wrong in any way. I love Lionel!
A teacher lusting over his student is absolute pedo behavior. If she is not his student I will apologize, but it looks pretty straightforward to me. Beautiful song sick video. Of course a teenager would see it differently, but I’m surprised everyone seems to think the video is fine.
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I can't tell you how many times I cried to this song in 1984, after the loss of my first love when I was 16 because the song described how strongly I felt about my 1st love. I was in love with her from a distance for a year before I worked up the courage to call her and ask her for a date. 40 years later, I'm still in love with her and think about her every day. The song isn't about a man falling in love with a blind woman, its about someone falling in love with someone that doesn't yet know they exist. It's love from afar. Its about obsession.
Who out there has never loved someone from afar??? Crushed hard on someone who you knew had no idea you existed??? Or so you thought? Or maybe they never loved you back....so what? It is ridiculous that so many want to turn a normal human experience into something evil or suspect.
many a time, especially in the younger years,
Every teenaged boy
I'm sure she noticed me... 🙄
He's stalking a blind girl... That's the whole song
In the 50s, there was a term for this the term was Johnny Angel
The power in this song - an emotional masterpiece. All kinds of feelings, absolutely
I was a teenager when this song came out. To watch it through fresh eyes, so beautiful. Exactly how I felt when I saw this in the 80's I share the same as you. Thank you for posting. Does my heart good to see the young enjoy such a classic 😊
I too remember watching this video as a kid…and not realizing how Lionel came off like a creepy Stalker who should be under 24 hour surveillance by law enforcement
Me too, It is great to see these young adults discover music we grew up listening to.💗💗💗
Same here agreed
"Fresh eyes" is exactly why I love these kinds of videos.
so good to be around other folks the same age range.
Love this video. Love this song. Nothing creepy about it. Two grown adults attracted to each other. Moving right along.
Exactly
YESSUH😊😊😊❤
"Still" is my favorite Lionel Richie song but you can't go wrong with Lionel Richie.
I fell in love with this song when it first came out and I am still in love with it today.
Good
Lionel wrote some beautiful songs!!
Lionel is so talented and a great guy. I had the pleasure of driving him. He’s been inducted this year to the Rock&Roll HOF. 👏 👏
One of the best videos to come out of this time. It still makes me cry, and I've seen it countless times over the years. Lionel has some great work, but this is #1 for me.
This was my favorite song when I was in the 6th grade. I remember when it was #1, I was trying to get my classmates to buy the single, so it could stay at #1. I was always such a huge top 40 music nerd. I have even funnier stories. 😁
Y'all doing something that should never be forgotten. Thank you ❤️.
Several of us were watching MTV when this video came on for the first time. Everybody cried.
So Romantic. Lionel Richie is still an amazing musician. Such an amazing artist.
You two are so soft hearted! It's nice to see you enjoy the music that was so much a part of my life.
Lionel is an amazing talent. If you want to hear & see another great performance, that he did in 2012 with Kenny Rogers you should find their performance of 'Lady'. So, so good. The song, their performance & their obvious deep friendship.
1978 , actually .
Long before 2012.
@@dizzyrider6207 I meant a specific performance at an awards show, shortly before Kenny's passing. Kenny called Lionel up from the audience.
@@cathybrookeburt2616yes- it was the Country Music Industry honoring Lionel’s contributions - def 2012! ❤
Correct. Kenny was in his 70's. I realize they also performed together earlier as well. Not the performance I was recommending.@@TheDivayenta
Seeing your reactions, makes me feel this song again.
I adored this song when it came out. Being in my late teens at the time, I dreamed about a guy like this. Wishing I would meet someone who was the same way...
Your reactions are so beautiful. You really show your emotions. You’re great. Thanks for the great reactions.😊🇨🇦
Right ✅ 😊
6/9/2022
I was so excited to see Lionel Richie in concert. He opened up for Tina Turner.
I still Remember when i 1st seen this video at 8 years old way back in 1983'' Its now 2023'' 40 years later And im 48 years old. This song still sounds good til this day. 80s babies music will always be timeless, And songs like these will get you in your feelings real quick. I felt the same thing yall felt as both of yall was watching the video Great Reaction yall.🎶👍😎
*One of the best videos he did & what a song.*
My favorite love song. This brought back memories of being a teenager and young adult. No feelings like crushing on someone and hoping they will pay attention to you. This is an amazing song. Love Lionel Richie so much still. What a fabulous song.
He is one of my all time favorites. Love all of his songs, so amazing.
lionel is a national treasure, and we would be so much less without him. THANK YOU FOR YOUR MUSIC,
I know this song and it just now made me cry, because i am in love with a woman that is disabled too. And him singing about how he just wants to make her happy and show her how beautiful life can be when loved right.❤️
This song always moves my heart. So sweet💗💗💗💗
Just let the words reach your heart and sink in. Beautiful.
I love your reactions. Pure and honest. You both feel the music.
I'm digging how you feel this music brother... my new fav reactors. 😎
I honestly think this is the greatest reaction video i have ever watched. Reliving this song through your eyes was magical. It brought back all the memories of seeing it for the first time. We have all felt this way about someone and this was incredible. Thanks.
His love songs are so emotional. Love him and his voice. Please react to more of his songs...you will love them. Thanks so much. You guys are just beautiful together.
I often wonder if those folks on American Idol have any idea how much of a talented genius Lionel Richie is. Great song and artist.
My mom had this in vinyl and I would play it over and over just laying there by the record player
I LOVE how you focus on the feelings of the music and not over analyze the the actual technicalities of the tune.
"can music save your mortal soul" (McLean), "come together" (Beatles), "imagine all the people living life in peace" (Lennon). Every song has a meaning to someone. The more we share music, the more peaceful we become. I'm not saying it will cure all the world's troubles but music will certainly soothe you if you let it.
I have loved this song for as long as I can remember but this is the first time I've seen the video! WOW ❤
Took me years to realize that she wasn't blind in real life. I was so relieved! 😊
I forgot how this video was like wow. Lionel Richie is amazing
Yeas ago when I first saw this I had the same reaction I would cry every time I viewed it ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Lioness voice was so easy to recognize when he comes on radio. Love q thing he has sang. A great voice and song writer.
I love reaction channels I am a fan I watch them often. However I watch you guys everyday over and over and over again even ones I've already seen. Shawn and Mel you guys are by far number 1.
He is a classy singer! Another beautiful song.
Known this song for years,,,never saw video,,,WOW!!😮😮😮
Almost as a subtle underlying current in this song & video was Lionel Ritchie's talent for "seeing" into the heart, & creating an artistic musical masterpiece of what he "saw" there.
I've heard this song hundreds of times but never saw the video. This adds so much depth to the lyrics. Wow. Thank you for another beautiful, perceptive reaction.
Finally, two people reacting to this video who GET the right context off the cuff. So many channels reacting to this video and accusing Lionel Richie depicting himself as a stalker or a weirdo - it's like" you assholes, this is Lionel's INNER monologue, he's not really singing it to her. GET it already." I refuse to believe someone hasn't admired someone from afar and never said anything to them, as depicted in this video. It's called being human.
"Can't Slow Down" was my first real album, I was 10. And Lionel gave me love and kindness. "Hello" destroys me always. Ya'lls reaction is blessed! LOVE YOU BOTH, love all the fam if I am allowed to say that! Hope to meet ya! #WearingBLMshirt Every day at work! I have 4, don't worry washed and clean! Love you 2!!!!
I've always loved this song. even when it first came out.
They we’re looking for each other and felt that connection!
This song is so beautiful. I've been stuck in it lately.
This is why we didn't get in trouble in my youth. We were all planted in front of MTV. Back then music videos 24/7.
I want my MTV back! Sniffle
Beautiful reacction beautiful song 😂😂
Mmmmmmm this song can bring anybody to tears just like that. Lionel richie is the greatest ever in music
I'm an old Marine and disabled but you all had me crying.. how?
Listening to the song is easy 🙏
Watching the video while listening will make a full grown man cry 😭
Lionel is Pure Talent
You will know that the older songs are always deep and meaningful, that is what makes them timeless classics, todays music struggles to compete.
Omg...thank you for the memories...
You 2 are an amazing couple. Keep sharing with us.
I don't think anybody was ready when this video came out. This was mind blowing. A great song, but the video actually made the lyrics make more sense.
I was a little kid when this video dropped and I felt the sweetness in it then. God we had some good @ss music in the 80s! I still mostly listen to older music.
I remember when the song came out in the 80s I was a metals guy but I always loved Lionel Richie's voice and this music video was fantastic
I love watching your reactions! This song I grew up with.❤
One of my favorite songs of all from my childhood I was lk 8 when this came out and it still moves and I have on rotation on my phone .I cry listening to it at times idk why it moves me lk it does from the time I heard it..
Shawn & Mel I enjoyed watching you watching the videos, you a beautiful couple....perfect chemistry between you,
Yes, thank you! This is definitely a 10!
Classic Song 🎶
That whole album is wonderful!
My favorite girlfriend and I loved this song in high school. When she left me I couldn't listen to it for over 10 years. I still miss her. I never recovered.
Fell in love with this beautiful young lady
Oh my gosh. Isn't this the sweetest song ever. Hard not to tear up.😊
Great love n romantic song..BLIND LOVE
Lol you guys are great I love you
Lionel Richie is one of the best song writers to have ever lived.
Lionel is the boss at writing songs. Been listening to him for over 30 years. A genius.❤❤❤
This song is so beautiful ❤❤❤
Made me cry and I never cry.
A melhor música romântica de todos os tempos
lionel is in a class all his own. I love his songs.
The narrative of the song and video that the essence of love is truly blind. Yet emotions have a mental insight that sees love as well.
Thank you for share...
One of the greatest love songs ever
Sharing, and caring..
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Lionel Richie is 🤭🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Yes very beautiful song
When I saw this the first time back then I thought Laura Carrington , who played the blind student , was the most beautiful woman I had ever seen! Wow! 😍😍😍😍😍
Awesome song and video!
You need to do more songs by the commodore : they made a whole Lotta hits! Do my number one favorite , Sail On , he did it with the commodores but my favorite is when he song it with Tim McGraw, other songs are : brick house, just to be close to you, easy like Sunday morning, Jesus is love All night long , & so many others.
Lovley iam from germany thx for this video🇩🇪❤️❤️❤️❤️
Moving sweet romantic!!!! Wow!!!
I didn't know the girl was blind. Lo
Lionel Richie is the man. So totally Romantic.
Love y'all !!! I roll with y'all.
I love the song I always have I wish I hadn't seen the video. I hope it doesn't change the way I hear the song.
Some favorites by Lionel and the Commodores are "Still", "Stuck on You", "Sail On"
Great song!!!!!!!!!!!!
This is the best video Lionel Richie ever put out in his entire career this was him at his best
I remember watching this video with my sons one day, and when the video was over they said to me, how was this video allowed to be on TV?….it’s about a teacher lusting after his student which is inappropriate, so I watched the and I started thinking OMG…have I been looking at this video all wrong….I was a teen when this song first came out and I always looked at it as a love story (and besides, I liked the song), but after watching you guys reacting to the video, I’m glad there is someone who sees the video the way I did growing up….Thank you.
It makes me sick that our kids have been taught to think of what is essentially a NORMAL human emotion or desire -- crushing on someone from afar and hoping they like you back -- is somehow dirty or suspect. It makes our boys doubt their own actions and emotions for women and our girls afraid of or disgusted by the boys around them..... I have never thought ill of this song or this video.
Essentially it shows two grown people in love with each other from afar. That is all.
This came out before the world got weird. I thought this was so romantic back in the day. I never thought a bit about it being wrong in any way. I love Lionel!
I’m glad there are other people who look at this video the same way I did growing up.
A teacher lusting over his student is absolute pedo behavior. If she is not his student I will apologize, but it looks pretty straightforward to me. Beautiful song sick video. Of course a teenager would see it differently, but I’m surprised everyone seems to think the video is fine.
❤love Lionel
So touching