America - You Can Do Magic (Official Music Video)

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  • Опубліковано 16 лип 2019
  • REMASTERED IN HD!
    Official Music Video for You Can Do Magic performed by America.
    Follow America:
    Facebook: / americaband
    Instagram: / americaband
    Twitter: / americaband
    Website: www.venturahighway.com
    #America #YouCanDoMagic #Remastered

КОМЕНТАРІ • 10 тис.

  • @threemooseqateers9689
    @threemooseqateers9689 3 роки тому +4711

    The 1.2k dislikes are from people who can’t do magic

  • @Improvisionary1311
    @Improvisionary1311 Місяць тому +483

    Who's here in April of 2024?

  • @michaelleroy9281
    @michaelleroy9281 2 місяці тому +477

    Who's here in 2024 with one of America's best from 1982?

  • @SK-ho5dj
    @SK-ho5dj 4 місяці тому +416

    Lost my dad at 9 years old, this was one of the songs that he would play on the radio when we would drive together. I miss you dad ❤️ ❤️❤️

    • @bruceanglais7584
      @bruceanglais7584 3 місяці тому +10

      He obviously had great taste...Much love to you

    • @MaryChairez-sn9wj
      @MaryChairez-sn9wj 3 місяці тому +6

      ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ 3:48

    • @a.bsantos6517
      @a.bsantos6517 3 місяці тому +8

      My condolences friend

    • @XPHALCON
      @XPHALCON 3 місяці тому +2

      Blessings & Cheers! from Muskegon, MI

    • @jjzendejas5630
      @jjzendejas5630 3 місяці тому +6

      Keep the good thoughts in your heart of him and he will always be with you 🙏💪👊🌞

  • @vincentaguihon1934
    @vincentaguihon1934 3 роки тому +2115

    Dear whoever is reading this, we don't know each other and there is a strong possibility we might never meet, but I wish nothing but the best and happiness for you ❤️🤙

    • @brianmichellebowling599
      @brianmichellebowling599 3 роки тому +52

      That is so sweet thank you I wish you the absolute same god love you

    • @mechanoid2k
      @mechanoid2k 3 роки тому +47

      Same to you friend. Keep your head up.

    • @brodylocke7901
      @brodylocke7901 3 роки тому +34

      Thanks brother. All the same to you as well

    • @leonidasretaevion9689
      @leonidasretaevion9689 3 роки тому +19

      R.I.P. my dear dear Vincent, I'll miss you my child

    • @deborahmartel7352
      @deborahmartel7352 3 роки тому +19

      Thank you Vincent much happiness to you

  • @Madziolza95
    @Madziolza95 7 місяців тому +499

    This is one of the most innocent songs I've ever heard, pure magic

    • @YahYesh777
      @YahYesh777 7 місяців тому +7

      Practicing magic will send you to hell, it aint so innocent however great song :D

    • @renjii1758
      @renjii1758 7 місяців тому +26

      @@YahYesh777dude your taking it too far it’s not literally meaning u can do witchcraft it’s just a supplemented word to make the song flow better

    • @dogperday
      @dogperday 7 місяців тому

      @@renjii1758 I don't know. I like the song too, but Samwise might be more right than wrong. Take a quick look at the band "Coven," which also came out of Laurel Canyon just like these pretentious pretty boys.

    • @geerterri
      @geerterri 6 місяців тому +3

      @@dogperday They got together at an Air Force Base in the U.K. not Laurel Canyon.

    • @frankpeter6851
      @frankpeter6851 6 місяців тому +1

      ​@@YahYesh777
      Especially when you hypnotize with those eyes

  • @user-sb5ti8hx6c
    @user-sb5ti8hx6c 6 місяців тому +489

    Timeless CLASSIC! Listening to it in 2023 and it still sounds so great!

    • @melissarichardson9126
      @melissarichardson9126 5 місяців тому +2

      Did you know that the guy in the stripe shirt died

    • @marybillups8901
      @marybillups8901 5 місяців тому +4

      No! I did not know that! 😢

    • @cw2256
      @cw2256 5 місяців тому

      No, that is Dewey Bunnell and he is very much alive. The one who died was Dan Peek. @@melissarichardson9126

    • @tlaw8992
      @tlaw8992 4 місяці тому +2

      Yes and all you can do is smile when you hear this while riding down the highway

    • @Daniel-nr2uf
      @Daniel-nr2uf 4 місяці тому +3

      Can’t help but love it.

  • @NYCRocks
    @NYCRocks Місяць тому +25

    You can do magic, you can have ANYTHING that you desire!🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

  • @99oildrops
    @99oildrops 2 роки тому +681

    As a 26 year old who just discovered this song today... Holy heck, I'M HOOKED!!

  • @KOHF34
    @KOHF34 4 роки тому +3566

    It’s a crime that America isn’t in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

    • @markserour9115
      @markserour9115 4 роки тому +223

      Neither is Kansas and that is the crime of all crimes.

    • @toddwieland7664
      @toddwieland7664 4 роки тому +80

      They are in mine..this whole album comes out of my dashboard weekly

    • @toddwieland7664
      @toddwieland7664 4 роки тому +90

      @Cheslie well, they couldn't make it sunday cause they got so damned depressed

    • @porkfied
      @porkfied 4 роки тому +21

      @@toddwieland7664 Good one,lol.Great material.

    • @cockshield
      @cockshield 4 роки тому +67

      Yeah, but the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is in America. Just saying!

  • @CareyHarris-zg5pm
    @CareyHarris-zg5pm 29 днів тому +27

    Thank God for another beautiful day🥳🔮

  • @HerculesCoronaBorealis
    @HerculesCoronaBorealis Місяць тому +100

    This group is absolute MAGIC! They transcend

    • @Jay1bad1
      @Jay1bad1 2 дні тому

      You can do Magic They Taught us

  • @daniellelewis943
    @daniellelewis943 8 місяців тому +155

    The innocence of this video brings me so many
    wonderful memories of the 70’s.
    I loved this band back in the day.

    • @socorroquinchochavez5859
      @socorroquinchochavez5859 2 місяці тому +3

      No literal sus letras,buenaza❤❤❤

    • @James-xf6ov
      @James-xf6ov 12 днів тому +2

      True this particular song was from 1982

    • @daniellelewis943
      @daniellelewis943 12 днів тому +1

      Yes I remember seeing this video on MTV in the 80’s but the most memorable songs were from the 70’s in high school for me 💕

  • @lauco9044
    @lauco9044 3 роки тому +594

    Too bad this band was so underrated nowadays. However, for those of us who like good music, it will always be among the best.

    • @aaronevangelista3712
      @aaronevangelista3712 2 роки тому

      Yep

    • @debbiegarner870
      @debbiegarner870 2 роки тому +5

      you are so right.

    • @buckrogers6581
      @buckrogers6581 2 роки тому +5

      Too bad your musical knowledge is so crap!! (with all due respect). This band was huge!!

    • @mattsavage3258
      @mattsavage3258 2 роки тому +6

      It wasn't underrated at all. If anything, it was overplayed on the radio. I dare say it was overrated (although I do like this song!).

    • @williambandyk327
      @williambandyk327 2 роки тому +1

      @@DJKinney U have a point but when compared 2 Elton John, America's DEFINITELY UNDERR8D!!!!!! I base it on their similar musicals styles & chart success. Since the MAJORITY of America's members r from England (& the fact that America & Elton John r classified as "soft rock/pop", America was the far superior talent but Elton John got the accolades. There4, the term "underr8d" RE: America is very accur8 indeed.

  • @fabianestrada9810
    @fabianestrada9810 3 місяці тому +74

    This song... like a lot of classics...ages better than fine wine

  • @user-nr2yh9lo5s
    @user-nr2yh9lo5s Місяць тому +12

    America should have been given with far more recognition. My favourite band!!! I do hope songs like these stand the test of time..

  • @RoRaiRaIz
    @RoRaiRaIz Рік тому +2472

    Anyone here thinks they should be inducted to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame? they've been snubbed for a very long time , I think they deserved such recognition

    • @gregh7400
      @gregh7400 Рік тому +63

      Yes. A long time ago.

    • @justiceryan6215
      @justiceryan6215 Рік тому +66

      IT'S A TRAVESTY,THEY WERE ONE OF THE BEST GROUPS OF THE 70'S TO MID 80'S , HOPE THEY MAKE IT!!

    • @lucy661000
      @lucy661000 Рік тому +13

      ❤️

    • @salsasoul4112
      @salsasoul4112 Рік тому +45

      America should've been inducted at their inception. Lol! One of the first bands I remember hearing in my life. They're the heartbeat of the soundtrack of life ❤️

    • @frankdambra6028
      @frankdambra6028 Рік тому +1

      @@gregh7400 is.

  • @starflord
    @starflord 7 місяців тому +660

    I think it’s one of the best songs ever created. It can be heard in a loop, easy to sing, neither too slow nor too fast, it speaks of love on several levels of reading, and more than anything: it is timeless.

    • @Ariovistus1
      @Ariovistus1 7 місяців тому +15

      Abolutely!

    • @AgnesVivarelli
      @AgnesVivarelli 7 місяців тому +20

      I agree, when people sang and no “voice correction” pure raw feel good music from 70’s!

    • @deathknight1239
      @deathknight1239 7 місяців тому +20

      It is magic

    • @Frenchblue8
      @Frenchblue8 6 місяців тому +10

      Well put 👍
      (by the way Happy Halloween, it's October 31st 2023! 🎃)

    • @danielacalfapietro8727
      @danielacalfapietro8727 6 місяців тому +10

      Allora non sono la sola ad ascoltarla in loop. Mi fa piacere ❤️

  • @trich119
    @trich119 Місяць тому +26

    Always loved this song. Went to Vegas last summer and this was played in almost every casino. Now I can't stop listening to it. These dudes are legends,

  • @DeeganGroene
    @DeeganGroene 2 місяці тому +81

    I know I'm kind of late, but this is when people made REAL music

    • @Jeff-xy7fv
      @Jeff-xy7fv 2 місяці тому +1

      People still make real music today. It's called bluegrass!

    • @TheMapkiss
      @TheMapkiss 2 місяці тому +4

      Better late than never. I'm late to the party too but a song like this is timeless and can be complimented any time!

    • @wininspn
      @wininspn 2 місяці тому

      People have never stopped making real music. Genres are constantly developing, but we have an increasingly vast catalog of music available to choose from.

    • @yoshie8706
      @yoshie8706 Місяць тому

      It's never too late yo. Welcome 😊

    • @daniellelewis943
      @daniellelewis943 12 днів тому

      YES !!!!

  • @sirkeithvincent3574
    @sirkeithvincent3574 3 роки тому +2322

    I know It's soon to be 2023 but... nothing beats the 80's. ✊

  • @robertogonzales8649
    @robertogonzales8649 3 роки тому +684

    Yes it's sad that America didn't get the recognition they deserved. Ask anyone they will tell you that they are a part of our childhood memories.

    • @juliusnepos6013
      @juliusnepos6013 3 роки тому +8

      Agreed

    • @lisaryan6505
      @lisaryan6505 3 роки тому +6

      YESSSSSSSSSSSSSS

    • @ACGUZMAN777
      @ACGUZMAN777 3 роки тому +6

      This song Makes me travel to the time when i Was a teen...oh those years

    • @randypinter2020
      @randypinter2020 3 роки тому +2

      So true.

    • @Golfing422
      @Golfing422 3 роки тому +2

      Long car trips listening to “in the dessert,” I remember that.

  • @dmc1093
    @dmc1093 Місяць тому +19

    You cant beat true talent, not regurgitated music , original and magical music each song has a message , love these guys from an 80s lady, they will never age and their message will always ressonate ...

  • @djjess9553
    @djjess9553 5 місяців тому +286

    America is very underrated!!!!! One of my favorite bands....it's just a statement..what's up with all these personal shots at me? I love this band.. literally have them on my personal playlist w bands like bread .england Dan ..Paul Davis..firefall...taking personal shots at ppl for there statement or opinion is overrated 😂 have a good day ' America'

    • @annemcintosh2568
      @annemcintosh2568 4 місяці тому +9

      Absolutely right - definitely underrated ...... their discography is amazing and Maybe they didn't wreck hotel rooms on tour, flash their junk at women, or get into fights!!!!

    • @MsMars.
      @MsMars. 3 місяці тому +6

      @djj: Geez where were you during their peak popularity and by whose standards are they underrated? America in the 70s was definitely NOT underrated. Their music was ubiquitous and they were lauded for their unique sound. ❤❤❤

    • @juliapoblete2146
      @juliapoblete2146 3 місяці тому

      Me too

    • @kimberly-gm9nq
      @kimberly-gm9nq 2 місяці тому

      ​@@MsMars.❤❤❤❤❤❤

    • @kimberly-gm9nq
      @kimberly-gm9nq 2 місяці тому +2

      37 million views.

  • @Dead-Ball-Situation
    @Dead-Ball-Situation 2 роки тому +398

    Seriously, the 80's had music that took you somewhere I can only describe as a kind of paradise.

  • @Christie-gp2cy
    @Christie-gp2cy 3 роки тому +1313

    Their music was magic, pure and simple. No pyrotechnics, no screaming, no dirty lyrics. God, I wish we could go back to that great time.

    • @themetalhead1463
      @themetalhead1463 3 роки тому +23

      Fuck yeah!

    • @olgafit176
      @olgafit176 3 роки тому +19

      Best time ever!!!

    • @gigiarmany4332
      @gigiarmany4332 3 роки тому +22

      It is a great song💥💖, but if you're talking of the entire time of the 80s ,THEN yeah there were lots of screaming, yelling,dirty lyrics going on in that time period by the metal bands & rappers ,so it wasnt a simpler time ,just a cooler music genre, like cool jazz & funk or classic...beautiful tune though👍🏼💓

    • @hotpopcorncake
      @hotpopcorncake 2 роки тому +8

      I listen to those song. But I consider this safe space music..

    • @eduardo0796
      @eduardo0796 2 роки тому +20

      Well, they do say "darn" in this song.

  • @deborahmann2926
    @deborahmann2926 2 дні тому +3

    The intro is pure magic……you know darn well when you cast your spell.

  • @watsonwanderer8306
    @watsonwanderer8306 Місяць тому +8

    I agree with most of comments here; they portray an aura of love and warm in a sometimes stone cold world.

  • @82394forrest
    @82394forrest 3 роки тому +490

    America is one of the best bands period. Real musicians.

    • @alessandrobonicenha5597
      @alessandrobonicenha5597 Рік тому +2

      Your canal is beatufy

    • @alessandrobonicenha5597
      @alessandrobonicenha5597 Рік тому +1

      Seu canal é legal,boa sorte nele 🙂

    • @mikedoctor3224
      @mikedoctor3224 Рік тому

      Really 🤭

    • @ecartbunch8562
      @ecartbunch8562 9 місяців тому +1

      There's still a comma, they are Americans. My wife and I watched their concert twice here in Reno, Nevada.

    • @Leela11116
      @Leela11116 Місяць тому

      I am glad there are others that feel as i do. Best band in my top 3 for sure

  • @karanmachendranath7162
    @karanmachendranath7162 Рік тому +555

    I'm 27 and I went to see them live yesterday in Tunica, Mississippi. Man they've still got it. Opening it with "Tin Man" and closing it with "Horse with no name". just wow!!!!!! We used to listen to them in a Radio speaker back in India with my brothers and seeing them live yesterday was just the dream man!!!. Probably me and my friend were the only one's in our 20's when the whole crowd was 50,60+ lol. The beer was good and so was the music!!!!!

    • @christinebethencourt6197
      @christinebethencourt6197 Рік тому +25

      How lucky you are !! They were, are and will be te best ever with Hall & Oates 🤷‍♀️ i pity young people of your generation with the c………nowadays music

    • @pamelakain4879
      @pamelakain4879 Рік тому +11

      Awww you are so lucky!!

    • @PeterBaker-kl5yp
      @PeterBaker-kl5yp Рік тому +16

      @@christinebethencourt6197 you mean "music" where the C fell off the front (RAP) Kids today have no idea.

    • @ns8644
      @ns8644 Рік тому +13

      Coming from India and like you listening to these gems on radio...I can feel your feel when you watched them live 🙂..stay blessed

    • @wsfwsf1497
      @wsfwsf1497 Рік тому +6

      You are so lucky!!!!

  • @DavideVitoTelesca
    @DavideVitoTelesca 22 дні тому +11

    Amazing ❤...21 april 2024
    This song is awesome, beautiful sound
    ❤️🇮🇹🇺🇸❤

  • @user-cw3xs9kt1k
    @user-cw3xs9kt1k 16 днів тому +32

    I'm here in 2024. America was one of the all-time wonderful bands of the 70s

  • @moonlover6042
    @moonlover6042 Рік тому +508

    One of the great classics that never gets old.

  • @tracyseymour7553
    @tracyseymour7553 3 роки тому +407

    This song reminds me of my late husband Adam. Missing him everyday... 1965-2016

    • @swatterbirdwatts6680
      @swatterbirdwatts6680 3 роки тому +27

      I hear you. Lost my younger only brother. 1979-2002. It's weird this music brings me back to when I had a brother. So sorry for your loss. God bless you.

    • @kimberlykuda2207
      @kimberlykuda2207 3 роки тому +24

      It reminds me of my mom. She passed on in 2017. She loved this song. I was young but I loved it then and still. Great song 🎵

    • @netgutmat3580
      @netgutmat3580 3 роки тому +10

      All most my ege Im still listening to this beatyfull melody for you an your great Man¡!

    • @abatree3103
      @abatree3103 3 роки тому +11

      God bless you sorry forma you loss

    • @tracyseymour7553
      @tracyseymour7553 3 роки тому +4

      @@swatterbirdwatts6680 Thank you

  • @brewc2355
    @brewc2355 2 місяці тому +75

    How can a song like this have dislikes?? Cmon man!

  • @daveparsons589
    @daveparsons589 5 місяців тому +47

    My favorite America song of all time is "Horse with No Name," about the foray in the desert. This song is number two for me. What an AWESOME GROUP with timeless appeal!

    • @whoohooles123
      @whoohooles123 4 місяці тому +5

      Ventura Highway is up there too !

    • @daveparsons589
      @daveparsons589 4 місяці тому +2

      Absolutely Agreed buddy! @@whoohooles123

    • @unassailable6138
      @unassailable6138 3 місяці тому +2

      What about Tin Man? America's finest song, they were very prolific.

    • @nicholasjolt6200
      @nicholasjolt6200 Місяць тому

      My favorite America song is "You Can Do Magic." The runner up is " Daisy Jane."

    • @daveparsons589
      @daveparsons589 Місяць тому

      @@nicholasjolt6200 YES! Daisy Jane's a good one for sure as well Nicholas! Cheers.

  • @gigiarmany4332
    @gigiarmany4332 3 роки тому +415

    This song AND "horse with no name" are the epitomies of the perfect song..this band was magic 👍🏽❤❤❤❤❤

    • @lynnlansley9833
      @lynnlansley9833 2 роки тому +20

      And Ventura highway💜🦋🌈🌟🐝

    • @d33j4ybf
      @d33j4ybf 2 роки тому

      'Rainy Day.'

    • @phuquoc3012
      @phuquoc3012 2 роки тому +14

      @@d33j4ybf Tin man too

    • @ninidaniels2881
      @ninidaniels2881 2 роки тому +8

      Ventura highway magic horse with no name wonderful songs

    • @royvenegas1974
      @royvenegas1974 2 роки тому +7

      Tin Man and Lonely People are great too.

  • @helenedarvalics5511
    @helenedarvalics5511 Рік тому +522

    This Song will never get old to me.. LOVE LOVE LOVE!

  • @sandrahawes-lx7gj
    @sandrahawes-lx7gj 2 місяці тому +8

    I always come back to listen to this beautiful song ❤

  • @priscilaalves2200
    @priscilaalves2200 2 місяці тому +13

    Magic!! 🤩🤩👏🏻👏🏻

  • @jamiemcwilliams4503
    @jamiemcwilliams4503 9 місяців тому +66

    Love this song so much. My ex husband sent me this link, reminding me that I used to sing it to my son when he was a baby on the changing table. When I used to say 'You can do Magic" I used to say "Bing Bing," in a high voice and he would giggle and giggle. A beautiful memory... unfortunately, he was killed in April 2002 at the age of 20. I always wanted to recreate this memory with my grandchildren. We'll see...hopefully soon now that my daughter has found her forever love. ❤️

    • @bobmoore20
      @bobmoore20 8 місяців тому +9

      ❤ beautiful story. sorry for your loss

    • @nomadrat
      @nomadrat 7 місяців тому +5

      ❤️🙏❤️

    • @sharonbraselton4302
      @sharonbraselton4302 6 місяців тому

      mag8c item sperl vring o8ver back top you on the magic vine shop

    • @robertcoveney5459
      @robertcoveney5459 5 місяців тому +7

      Amazing but sad story and yet here we all are. Yes America has music unlike any. It's nice to see ya some positive through just a song to get through....God bless ya🙂

    • @pecc26
      @pecc26 5 місяців тому +3

      ​@@bobmoore20Thank you so much. He was the sweetest guy ever. Made a great deal happen in his memory.

  • @theoarsman1
    @theoarsman1 Рік тому +171

    This was magic, nobody makes such beautiful and melodious music anymore.

    • @johnmccay9815
      @johnmccay9815 Рік тому +2

      I love the manic Psychotic way you bring it baby.

    • @irysbrassens1239
      @irysbrassens1239 Рік тому +4

      surrely, kisses, from France.......... And LOVE

    • @mddell58
      @mddell58 Рік тому +2

      And, with NO
      auto-tune crap! 👍

    • @saranilsson4901
      @saranilsson4901 Рік тому +1

      "You Can Do Magic" is a song by singer-songwriter Russ Ballard that was recorded as a 1982 single by folk rock duo America from their album View from the Ground.

    • @sharonbraselton4302
      @sharonbraselton4302 6 місяців тому

      yes they do ausyun amd ally baióy cidey

  • @Jolers63
    @Jolers63 17 днів тому +10

    DAMN!! These handsome hunks can sing and melt your heart. Amen

    • @Jolers63
      @Jolers63 17 днів тому +1

      Sorry for @SK-ho5dj
      Sad for your loss of your Dad. Now, just you listen, your Dad would want the utmost of happiness for you. Listening to the quiet.

    • @FranciscoAnguiano-li1dk
      @FranciscoAnguiano-li1dk 7 днів тому

      Asta magia con esas bonitas rolitas en las disco inolvidables tiempos 70

  • @KevinRook-ge3vm
    @KevinRook-ge3vm 2 місяці тому +6

    Anyone who dislikes this trailblazing song that never gets old does not know music!!! Some people just do not understand it’s these groups and songs that set the music world on fire at the time !! Angelia Denise you can do magic ! You transformed my entire life with your magical love!! I love you !!

  • @FFab-DD68
    @FFab-DD68 2 роки тому +214

    Today's music airwaves is desperately lacking in this type of music. Music that is raw, melodic, emotionally uplifting, and resonates with our feelings.

    • @BrentLabasan
      @BrentLabasan 2 роки тому

      check out Mayer Hawthorne - Crime

    • @RobertJones-ux6nc
      @RobertJones-ux6nc Рік тому +8

      Heck today music most lacks anything good in it, musicians who lack any talent except the ability to scream in to a microphone or cuss and call that good music.

    • @williampride6008
      @williampride6008 Рік тому +1

      perhaps not so much with the younger on average though listener's yes, they may see as well as we just individually and more.

    • @samycascadelapaix8289
      @samycascadelapaix8289 Рік тому

      . . . check out Alizee or Joyce Jonathan. . .quality music has a universal sound. . . you don't have to speak or understand French. . .but you, if you are open to new sounds, can sense and feel the pure magic in the next generations and their transcending music that will blow away stuff from the 20th century. . just wait a decade or so. . .(the comments above are IMHO) & the fact that historically all music evolves, changes & progresses into new sounds & genres by observing & practicing the previous generations works AND then thru hard work, some luck & inner inspiration from their selves or their friends take music to the next level. . . have faith that things WILL improve & get better. . .the BEST is yet to come. . .

    • @yipperskipper
      @yipperskipper 11 місяців тому

      Oy Vey!

  • @terrylangkammer3632
    @terrylangkammer3632 8 місяців тому +371

    No auto tune,no curse words,no tats n body piercings etc... Just 5 guys (and offstage keyboards) playing INCREDIBLE music.This music really is magic

    • @elenamoschini1916
      @elenamoschini1916 8 місяців тому +5

      Vero❤

    • @davidhallett8783
      @davidhallett8783 8 місяців тому +1

      CAUSE THE TIMES THEY ARE A CHANGING

    • @davidhallett8783
      @davidhallett8783 8 місяців тому

      Dewey bunnell

    • @redteamla
      @redteamla 8 місяців тому

      They're only disappointed that bands today don't have 36 guitarists. They were working towards that future and it didn't really work out.

    • @harlefj28
      @harlefj28 7 місяців тому +2

      Concuerdo contigo, la música ahora es basura excepto por algunos

  • @edgarfrank5712
    @edgarfrank5712 3 місяці тому +6

    This band was underated because they were clean cut, well dressed, apolitical, not into pot, LSD, controversial relationships, etc, etc.

  • @user-rs8zb1tu5i
    @user-rs8zb1tu5i 6 місяців тому +9

    The main singer with the glasses and dimples is very sweet.

  • @FernandoSilva-fs8uw
    @FernandoSilva-fs8uw 3 роки тому +30

    "A heart of stone can turn to clay", "whit a word you dry my tears". This guys were the best poets of his time.

  • @tradewindsonthebay8667
    @tradewindsonthebay8667 3 роки тому +375

    Just 5 guys on a stage with guitars and drums, no fancy clothes or fancy anything but yet this is one of the best bands to ever exist! there are so many from this era but these guys are way up in the top and best of the best!

  • @norriscain2835
    @norriscain2835 Місяць тому +6

    This was my very best America song. You can do magic." I have their music collection and continue to play it.. Outstanding band America 😊

  • @garymathena2125
    @garymathena2125 Місяць тому +5

    Great song, one of the best. From a time when you could understand the song and it wasn't about violence, no profanity and the music made you feel good.

  • @Dave-cv1th
    @Dave-cv1th 7 місяців тому +183

    These guys had a warm, magic way of their own. It never gets old, and helps me feel better about aging out!

    • @Laidengizer011
      @Laidengizer011 5 місяців тому +8

      I can easily say that the best thing about being old right now is that we got to experience the late 20th century. It'll just never be beat in terms of exciting new entertainment. Especially music.

    • @Dave-cv1th
      @Dave-cv1th 5 місяців тому +4

      I'm in their age group, so if they can rock on, so can I.

    • @lucimarbaiano1462
      @lucimarbaiano1462 4 місяці тому

      ❤❤

    • @JoleneSailer
      @JoleneSailer 4 місяці тому +3

      @@Laidengizer011 The 60's and 80's. America, especially this song just is so beautiful how they are in sync with vocal's and body movements. What also makes them stand out is they are innocently being HOT! Much Blessings to them and family!

    • @Laidengizer011
      @Laidengizer011 4 місяці тому +1

      @@JoleneSailer What about the 50s, 70s and 90s?? Still some great new stuff there.

  • @allansacatropez7470
    @allansacatropez7470 Місяць тому +6

    I just discovered them and they are just pure magic. Amazing.

  • @wildbutterflytiedye
    @wildbutterflytiedye 3 місяці тому +18

    *This song IS magic! Such beautiful harmonization and heartfelt singing.Perfection*

    • @MrWierchawsky
      @MrWierchawsky 3 місяці тому +1

      What a pretty and most fascinating woman ,hello my darling ?

    • @wildbutterflytiedye
      @wildbutterflytiedye Місяць тому +1

      *The song is just so pretty.I'm from Illinois*@@GrillDavid-01

    • @wildbutterflytiedye
      @wildbutterflytiedye Місяць тому

      *I had a great day! I was able to spend time shopping with my daughter and grandson.Then came home and listened to great music with the hubby*@@GrillDavid-01

  • @chetp8423
    @chetp8423 2 роки тому +107

    Late 1970's at the town pool in a small midwest American town on a warm summer day, America playing on the pool speakers for the teenage lifeguards. I was around 10 years old and the summer seemed long - no school in sight, there was nothing but the pure freedom of childhood and summer play, tomorrow and the next days would be the same, as far as my youthful eyes could see. I can remember that feeling of blissful freedom, but I will never experience it again. This band and a few others are tangled up in those good memories.

    • @animaljustice7774
      @animaljustice7774 2 роки тому

      Niiice

    • @larrydavid6575
      @larrydavid6575 2 роки тому

      Can you name the other bands? Would love to get some recommendations

    • @chetp8423
      @chetp8423 2 роки тому +6

      @@larrydavid6575 Thanks for the invite to walk down memory lane. Let's see... I remember Fleetwood Mac, the Eagles, Paul McCartney and Wings, Heart, Aerosmith, Jimmy Buffett, REO Speedwagon, Steve Miller Band, the Who. The 70's were great for pop music. Since then its been a horror show, imho. Cheers!

    • @davidclifton1390
      @davidclifton1390 2 роки тому +1

      Well summed up. The late 60s - 70s were surreal and the music was as well.

    • @davidclifton1390
      @davidclifton1390 2 роки тому +1

      @@larrydavid6575 - try the Eagles. They were similar

  • @drumdust
    @drumdust 4 роки тому +181

    Listening to this is like being wrapped in a soft, warm blanket.

  • @user-jq1qv6lq4z
    @user-jq1qv6lq4z 2 місяці тому +6

    This band is one of my favorites from the 70s still today

  • @timhorne425
    @timhorne425 Місяць тому +4

    Only America can produce such a brilliant piece of art.

  • @grantchow13
    @grantchow13 3 роки тому +306

    Incredibly underrated band of the 70-80's

  • @coolcat6303
    @coolcat6303 3 роки тому +442

    America did some Magic when they wrote this great song.

    • @MichaelCorreya
      @MichaelCorreya 3 роки тому +2

      Hope their Magic works now 🙂

    • @charlottemartinez9602
      @charlottemartinez9602 3 роки тому +15

      Russ Ballard wrote it!!!

    • @geerterri
      @geerterri 3 роки тому +9

      They didn't write this song. Russ Ballard wrote it.

    • @chuckbaranoski4788
      @chuckbaranoski4788 3 роки тому

      @@geerterri Yes, you needed to clarify it!. They sang it, maybe better than magic Russ!

    • @thinker17171
      @thinker17171 3 роки тому +3

      2020 for the lonely people American as apple pie

  • @cesarebizzarri1176
    @cesarebizzarri1176 Місяць тому +5

    The beautiful music goes on over the time ❤

  • @elsantaclarenoausente5263
    @elsantaclarenoausente5263 16 днів тому +7

    The thing is: MAGICK IS REAL and exists in the real world! with magick we can do almost ANYTHING and reshape our reality.

  • @Fornax2008
    @Fornax2008 2 роки тому +839

    2022 and still one of my favorite all time songs! It's pure magic!

    • @jeremiah2401
      @jeremiah2401 2 роки тому +3

      Hi there how are you

    • @markyounger1240
      @markyounger1240 2 роки тому +13

      I miss this type of music so much! Music died with rap!

    • @Toncor12
      @Toncor12 2 роки тому +11

      You must be an amazing chick if you like this type of music!!

    • @beardymcbeardface69
      @beardymcbeardface69 2 роки тому +4

      Same.
      I love me some Boz Scaggs too. Miss Sun.

    • @travelingjohn69
      @travelingjohn69 2 роки тому +3

      @@markyounger1240 Hey why the negative energy towards music from my community. I love all music but no need to target mine if you don't like it.

  • @rw8733
    @rw8733 7 місяців тому +64

    Sometimes, simple is best. No gimmicks, just a great song. Best wishes from England 🇬🇧 👏

  • @floydchusset3143
    @floydchusset3143 5 місяців тому +84

    America another song i grew up on when i was young everywhere i went that song was playing & there i was singing it like crazy a song of memories still enjoy listening to America the best song , off topic but i have been curious for a while, I intend retiring/working much less in 5 years and keen to know best, how people split their pay, how much of it goes into savings, spendings or investments? I earn up to $180K per year, but nothing to show for it yet

    • @grinjohnson6452
      @grinjohnson6452 5 місяців тому

      My younger days song, for someone who needs some catch-up, consider the 80/20 model. Needs and wants / Investments

    • @marcmiller6367
      @marcmiller6367 5 місяців тому

      There are a lot of people like this. Im 52 and just getting serious about retirement. Its sad because the time to get serious was 20 years ago or even younger.

    • @adamweah8037
      @adamweah8037 5 місяців тому

      For me, I'm quite lucky exposed to financial planning at early age, started work at 21 and invested to my 401k through my employer, going forward I purchased first home at 33, unfortunately got laid-off afterwards, amid 2020 covid-outbreak. At once, I hired an advisor to help stay afloat, and as of today, I'm only 25% short of achieving my 7-figure ballpark goal after subsequents investments.

    • @michelleabraham1732
      @michelleabraham1732 5 місяців тому

      bravo, this is striking! mind sharing info of the advisor guiding you pleas? i'm in dire need of growing my reserve

    • @adamweah8037
      @adamweah8037 5 місяців тому

      My advisor is Laura Grace Abels, a renowned figure in portfolio diversity. I recommend researching her further on the web, she's well established with over two decades of experience in her line of work.

  • @chrisevans8330
    @chrisevans8330 4 місяці тому +24

    Wonderful song. Thank you so much. Happy Holidays to everyone!

  • @i94yeh2p
    @i94yeh2p Рік тому +534

    Masterpiece! Nobody makes music that lasts anymore. Kids, this is what actual talent sounds like. 😁

    • @desmondmorrison7317
      @desmondmorrison7317 Рік тому +14

      I know today’s Music is just trashy Old School Music is the best

    • @Richard-Allen
      @Richard-Allen Рік тому +19

      excuse me I'm 13 and love this soft rock music from late 70's early 80's about 79-82 this is my favorite song my dad introduced it to me he grew up in a great time he graduated in 1981

    • @billgonzales8978
      @billgonzales8978 Рік тому +3

      Amen to that

    • @Laidengizer011
      @Laidengizer011 Рік тому +9

      It's more of a cheap, disposable product these days. Just another commodity to be churned out as quickly and easily as possible.

    • @Laidengizer011
      @Laidengizer011 Рік тому +4

      @@Richard-Allen Your dad graduated the year I was born. I've recently had a bit of a focus on the time period you referenced. A little wider though. But the early 80s was the last time we were really quaint and old fashioned like that. Before things got more modern and digital and flashy in the 80s. The Jackson Browne, Robbie Dupree sort of days.

  • @rhondahoward1928
    @rhondahoward1928 Рік тому +470

    This song takes me back to the late 70s when skating rinks were popular. Makes me think of sun and wind blowing through my hair...I love this song!

    • @MrPizza063
      @MrPizza063 Рік тому +36

      this song was released way back in 1982

    • @vonbee22
      @vonbee22 Рік тому +6

      Love it! 🛼

    • @veganvocalist4782
      @veganvocalist4782 Рік тому +4

      I would looove to run a business like that ;D Skating is so much fun especially to music Rhonda

    • @MrWierchawsky
      @MrWierchawsky Рік тому +2

      What a pretty breathtaking woman ,hello my darling ?

    • @citygirl5705
      @citygirl5705 Рік тому +11

      Spent 4 weeks at #8 on Billboard in 1982.

  • @treyayim2581
    @treyayim2581 2 місяці тому +3

    This song was only presented to me within the past year but it’s quickly become one of my favourite songs ever. Only 30 years of age myself and this song makes me happy in ways today’s music never could. Love to America 🇺🇸

  • @oziaso9655
    @oziaso9655 5 місяців тому +25

    One of my all time fav bands. They could do magic ❤️‍🔥

  • @thomasmarthinussen8978
    @thomasmarthinussen8978 3 роки тому +35

    Sadly, this would prove to be Americas only Top 10 hit during the 80s. They ruled the 70s and deserved more recognition for their 80s output. Thankfully they're still touring and are today held in high regard as masters of Soft Rock!

    • @mrconancat
      @mrconancat 3 роки тому

      I'd consider them lucky to pull this off in the 80s

    • @emilymalden3310
      @emilymalden3310 3 роки тому

      Are they all still living?

    • @thomasmarthinussen8978
      @thomasmarthinussen8978 3 роки тому +2

      @@emilymalden3310 America were originally Dan Peek, Gerry Beckley and Dewey Bunnell. As a trio they would score several hits between 1972 and 1977. Dan Peek left the band in 1977 and America continued on as a duo, Beckley and Bunnell, and they would release several albums between 1979 and 1985, still only one single, You Can Do Magic became a big hit. The other players in this video were their backing band, both on record and in live settings. Beckley and Bunnell has kept going and are still active in 2021, although there's been 10 years since their last album. Dan Peek became a successful Christian contemporary artist but sadly died in 2009. America is a great band, in fact one of my all time favourites!

    • @thomasmarthinussen8978
      @thomasmarthinussen8978 3 роки тому +1

      @@emilymalden3310 Just in case you're not familiar with the band here's some info: America basically were a close harmony Folk Rock trio inspired by Crosby Still and Nash and hit the big time with their first single on Warner Brothers, the now classic A Horse With No Name. Although they would would score a couple of follow up hits in 1972/1973, things really went into the stratosphere when they got Beatles producer George Martin to produce their albums, starting with Holiday in 1974 and Hearts in 1975. Massive hit singles like Sister Golden Hair and Lonely People made America arguably the equal of The Eagles in term of commercial and artistic impact. Things begun to go sour in the late 70s, after losing Dan Peek to religion and the music climate was changing as well, moving away from the Soft Rock of America to New wave and Disco inflected music. Still they were a popular touring ensemble and would get a comeback hit in 1982 with You Can Do Magic, a more hook laden synth popper. More or less not a functional concern in the mid/ late 80s, Beckley and Bunnell resurrected America in the mid 90s and have been relaxing albums sporadically ever since. As a touring band, they're massively popular and they're first class artists, singers and songwriters, writing more or less every song they record themselves. Their to date latest album Back Pages, however, consisted of 12 cover songs and it's a fine album. God bless America! The band, that is!

    • @thomasmarthinussen8978
      @thomasmarthinussen8978 3 роки тому +1

      @@emilymalden3310 I'm a huge 60s/ 70s poprock fan and I would like to point you to my favourite artist of all time, Gilbert O'Sullivan. Are you familiar with him? An English/Irish pop artist who was one of the biggest pop stars between 1970 and 1975. Hits such as Alone Again Naturally, Clair and Get Down were all charttopper either in Britain or America. He blended Beatle esque pop songcraft with music hall sensibilities and wrote some unique songs! He's still going strong in 2021!

  • @sergior.393
    @sergior.393 2 роки тому +345

    "We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of our brother and beloved drummer of 41 years.
    "Willie (Leacox) was an integral part of the America family and we cherish the time that we shared with him through this crazy journey."
    Rest easy, Willie Leacox. Your drumming was excellent. 🙏🏽

    • @woodykelleher9253
      @woodykelleher9253 2 роки тому +10

      WTF?! OH, MAAAAN!!! He was live in MT in 2000!

    • @marilynsnider8183
      @marilynsnider8183 Рік тому +14

      Rest In Peace, Willie. You're gone now, but will never be forgotten.

    • @vaquera9368
      @vaquera9368 Рік тому +12

      He lived in Stockton Ca! I live close to there. Sad of his passing. He was still young only 74 years old.

    • @uwuzawuwuzaw5191
      @uwuzawuwuzaw5191 Рік тому +1

      cool 😎😘

    • @JOHNWLOUCKS
      @JOHNWLOUCKS Рік тому +8

      A wonderful drummer and true pro ! I loved the way he and David would really lock it down when they played live.

  • @javierbarbieri7039
    @javierbarbieri7039 Місяць тому +2

    I had the privilege to see them face to face in a concert here in Lima back in 1994. Simply awesome and unforgettable !!

  • @user-wr3dl8kh6w
    @user-wr3dl8kh6w Місяць тому +3

    ❤❤❤😂😂😂🎉🎉🎉As a United States citizen living in NZ this song reminds me of the times i studied at home and in Switzerland. William. ❤❤😂😂🎉🎉🎉

  • @RC_31
    @RC_31 Рік тому +25

    the 80s were the golden years of music! PERIOD!

  • @jceja87
    @jceja87 2 місяці тому +2

    Looks and sounds like they are playing directly from Heaven ✨

  • @lilylee5924
    @lilylee5924 Місяць тому +4

    Love this song in my teens! Brings back so many memories.Still love this song!

  • @bradtdarius
    @bradtdarius 3 роки тому +45

    America !! "A Horse With No Name" and "You Can Do Magic", "Sister Golden Hair "....💥💥💥
    Also can't forget "Tin Man" and "Muskrat Love". My teen and early 20s were blessed with music like this. Was never ashamed to tell anyone I loved this stuff 😍

  • @kak3r0o
    @kak3r0o 4 роки тому +329

    Make AMERICA Great Again. We need this type of music nowadays. 😀

    • @margaretortiz7855
      @margaretortiz7855 4 роки тому +11

      I fell in love with him. I mean I fell in love with his music!!!

    • @kak3r0o
      @kak3r0o 4 роки тому +8

      @@margaretortiz7855
      Me too. I fell in love with the music

    • @margaretortiz7855
      @margaretortiz7855 3 роки тому +2

      I don't even know you. Don't be creepy!

    • @kak3r0o
      @kak3r0o 3 роки тому +11

      @@margaretortiz7855
      What you talkin about?

    • @mfrerkes
      @mfrerkes 3 роки тому +7

      You know darn well, when you cast spell, you'll get your way, when you hypnotize with your eyes, a heart of stone will turn to clay.
      NOBODY WRITES SO ELOQUENTLY LIKE THIS ANYMORE!!!

  • @AngryMike808duh
    @AngryMike808duh 28 днів тому +2

    Timeless perfection! When you finally see them, you KNOW there's no doubt, pure magic

  • @johnshields6852
    @johnshields6852 4 місяці тому +9

    Huge rock fan from 1960's and these guys didnt get much hype but their songs were always on the radio back yhen, for good reason.

  • @rhondamoore9842
    @rhondamoore9842 Рік тому +142

    Still one of my favorite bands of all time.

    • @MrWierchawsky
      @MrWierchawsky Рік тому +2

      What a pretty breathtaking woman ,hello my Beauty ?

    • @factsoverfeelingspam2220
      @factsoverfeelingspam2220 Рік тому +1

      @@MrWierchawsky what a breathtaking scammer😂⬆️

    • @kubenpillay2279
      @kubenpillay2279 Рік тому +2

      agree.. Rhonda is gorgeous.. ❤

    • @factsoverfeelingspam2220
      @factsoverfeelingspam2220 Рік тому

      @@kubenpillay2279 Rhonda is a bot. Rhonda is not real.🤦🏼‍♀️

    • @mikedoctor3224
      @mikedoctor3224 Рік тому

      Hello fans of America VEVO, I'm sorry for writing you here 😊 hope you don't mind,I was here when I saw your beautiful profile and I decided to write with you 🥰🤝

  • @michelehaynes1112
    @michelehaynes1112 2 роки тому +102

    I was 12, loved this song, always come back to it throughout my 52 years and believe it.

  • @CarolinaLaquinn
    @CarolinaLaquinn 21 день тому +1

    This song makes me believe in myself... thank you

  • @neptunusatalanta2330
    @neptunusatalanta2330 4 місяці тому +16

    Timeless music!

  • @805livin4
    @805livin4 3 роки тому +66

    Thank you Mr Flores(my 3rd grade teacher) not only did you not give up on a bunch of low life’s that came from bad backgrounds but you also introduced many of us including myself to great music. I will never forget and will forever appreciate what you did for me and my brother

    • @r.marian6277
      @r.marian6277 2 роки тому +1

      What a wonderful post! I am a teacher as well so this is extra special for me. I am sure you and your friends had a positive impact on Mr. Flores as well.

    • @rustyshackleford1114
      @rustyshackleford1114 Рік тому

      When I was in the fourth grade, my teacher would hit me in the head with a metal chalk holder, lol.

    • @sharonbraselton4302
      @sharonbraselton4302 6 місяців тому

      màster chef girl friñd 3 grad first day schol got ebfeamént rubg

  • @thom8536
    @thom8536 Рік тому +329

    This song is truly magic!

  • @canopyfields
    @canopyfields 2 місяці тому +3

    Still sound so fresh after all these years❤

  • @BLU.-.J
    @BLU.-.J 2 місяці тому +3

    I was in the 4th grade when I fell in love with this...still love it at age 50,,2024. So, magic. Magic

  • @EpicLebaneseNerd
    @EpicLebaneseNerd 2 роки тому +177

    in 1991, i was looking in my mom's old stuff , i found a tape and this song was in it, fell in love with it without even knowing anything about the band, not even the name....still love it in 2021.

    • @santamara
      @santamara 2 роки тому +10

      🥰 Your Mom has great taste in Music.!😍

    • @williampride6008
      @williampride6008 Рік тому +1

      how cool is school again hope it never ends just gets better like it has and like you are experiencing every breath

  • @mstanley97
    @mstanley97 8 місяців тому +97

    This song just brings the stress down. Nice and easy to sway your stress away.

  • @DontTreadOnMe-pu5rd
    @DontTreadOnMe-pu5rd 2 місяці тому +4

    Its All Magic!!!!❤

  • @warrennelson825
    @warrennelson825 2 місяці тому +5

    Such a happy song! Simply Magic

  • @user-uj2hm2mt5i
    @user-uj2hm2mt5i 9 місяців тому +72

    They were brilliant. Pity they dont make bands like this anymore. We had the best era of music and are so grateful. You legends rock and are definitely magic.

  • @davidclifton1390
    @davidclifton1390 2 роки тому +23

    Why is this song never played anymore or hard to find on their greatest hits? This is one of their best performances.

  • @ryanbarnes9579
    @ryanbarnes9579 3 місяці тому +6

    A positive message for humanity. Take care, be wise, and mindful of others.

  • @SloopyDog
    @SloopyDog 4 місяці тому +5

    THIS SONG IS MAGIC.🤠

  • @tomsnyder6955
    @tomsnyder6955 4 роки тому +181

    This song is a classic from the'80's. Still listening to this in 2019

  • @zghani2410
    @zghani2410 Рік тому +176

    REAL music with REAL instruments! It's simply FANTASTIC!

    • @reinerdxb
      @reinerdxb Рік тому +11

      CORRECTION: It's Magic 😉

    • @ghaeros
      @ghaeros Рік тому +1

      @@reinerdxb bwahaha

    • @stephend9899
      @stephend9899 Рік тому +3

      Forever an awesome song, vocals, and beats!

    • @squirrelbutler2119
      @squirrelbutler2119 11 місяців тому +1

      @@illuminator777 Nope.

    • @squirrelbutler2119
      @squirrelbutler2119 11 місяців тому

      @@illuminator777 Oh, little man, did I disturb your imaginary world where Magic and Magick are different?
      Little man, hush now.
      Adults are talking.
      Hush