First Time Reaction | Righteous Brothers -- Unchained Melody (Live, 1965)

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  • @Rosiepooh75
    @Rosiepooh75 Місяць тому +277

    With due respect to Elvis, this version is untouchable

    • @susancrouthamel760
      @susancrouthamel760 Місяць тому +15

      Bobby Hatfield sang this only. Best tenor n that last note many women can't hit it. The other guy Bill Medley bass. I met Bill several years ago n he loves his fans. Bobby diedmany years ago but Bill is still singing in his 80's. I've Lost That Loving Feeling is another of their best songs n both sing this together.

    • @tiaelina1090
      @tiaelina1090 Місяць тому +7

      Amen

    • @jonnylumberjack6223
      @jonnylumberjack6223 Місяць тому +17

      Pretty sure Elvis would have agreed that on this occasion, he came second place.

    • @jomariewilkins4900
      @jomariewilkins4900 Місяць тому +6

      Agreed but I don't think I could go wrong either way

    • @felixdom9693
      @felixdom9693 29 днів тому +5

      Ngl bobby way way better than Elvis sorry not sorry this in fact how skilled incredible bobby Hatfield better

  • @wildk4tmc421
    @wildk4tmc421 Місяць тому +131

    You’ve lost that loving feeling has them both singing .. it’s stunning

  • @daveloboda1769
    @daveloboda1769 Місяць тому +120

    No question, this is THE best version of this song.

  • @LillyMarz777
    @LillyMarz777 Місяць тому +142

    Bobby owns this song. ❤

  • @DallasPsyborg
    @DallasPsyborg Місяць тому +141

    This was live, no retakes, no autotune. Bobby was sick when performing this and his mother was in the audience never hearing him live before. Bobby owned this song.

    • @dianefiske-foy4717
      @dianefiske-foy4717 24 дні тому +1

      Yeah, she was sitting right behind Bobby, dressed in blue, I believe.

  • @browniewin4121
    @browniewin4121 Місяць тому +45

    Hands down best performance of this ever. Amazing pure talent.

  • @susaniserhoff9361
    @susaniserhoff9361 Місяць тому +77

    This is still the best version of all time 🎶❤

    • @Ididnotwanttojoin
      @Ididnotwanttojoin Місяць тому +5

      Exactly! Their studio versions were both great (they redid it after Ghost since there was an issue with the rights to their original), but this surpassed them.

  • @cyu5251
    @cyu5251 Місяць тому +98

    Love Elvis, but Bobby outshines him in the song ❤❤❤

  • @nanettehardy6634
    @nanettehardy6634 Місяць тому +48

    Bobby had a cold when he performed this & he was nervous cuz' this was the first time his Mom saw him on stage too! Soooo beautiful!👏

    • @debbiewashabaugh9891
      @debbiewashabaugh9891 Місяць тому +1

      I’ve always thought those pressures made him more emotional for this song/performance. Because of all his performances, this one is by far the best.

  • @andreaschmall5560
    @andreaschmall5560 Місяць тому +93

    The host Andy Williams actually had a beautiful voice as well. Moon River is his signature song but he had many hits.

    • @juliecrane9647
      @juliecrane9647 Місяць тому +8

      Yes !!!! My dad had a beautiful tenor voice and he and mom would dance while dad sang this song to her. They taught us how to dance close but not one of us 5 can sing like dad. When mom passed last yr at 88 y/o she'd been missing him for 16 yrs. I told my brothers we owed them staying well bc it was the 1st time, since they were 18, they'd been alone with no kids around. I told my brothers dad would say to us...wth you guys could we have an hour maybe ? 😂😂😂
      My dad taught me how worthy I was and I deserved to be treated with kindness and tenderness.
      I get teary eyed when I hear this song and any by Sinatra and Andy W.😢

    • @MariuV-nc1rq
      @MariuV-nc1rq Місяць тому +2

      Absolutely.

    • @SCash-rl5ee
      @SCash-rl5ee 27 днів тому +1

      This song never fails to move me. Love the Righteous Brothers.
      I'm really enjoying your exploration of music beyond rap.
      The man who hosted this show, Andy Williams, was also a very talented singer. I highly recommend Speak Softly Love.

    • @pflynn581
      @pflynn581 26 днів тому +2

      Yes,he had a great voice.You should check out his trio of Scarborough Fair with Simon and Garfunkel.

    • @karenfortner6537
      @karenfortner6537 23 дні тому +1

      I always loved his variety show

  • @jacksmith9937
    @jacksmith9937 29 днів тому +19

    I am a huge Elvis fan and he has songs that no one can touch, but Bobby owns this song. Guess what, Elvis agrees with me and said so.

  • @anneharley5319
    @anneharley5319 Місяць тому +53

    Righteous Brothers sang
    the best version ever. No contest

  • @jefflanaghan6327
    @jefflanaghan6327 Місяць тому +29

    If you heard it in Ghost, that was their original studio version release from 1965 in the soundtrack. This live performance takes it up a notch.

  • @batrn7236
    @batrn7236 Місяць тому +41

    After all these years this song still can make me cry.

  • @loisvansciver9194
    @loisvansciver9194 Місяць тому +52

    The Righteous Brothers have the greatest version of this song. The Righteous Brothers’ version is the version you hear in the movie Ghost ❤

  • @sandralorenz1796
    @sandralorenz1796 Місяць тому +22

    Yes. 1955. This song will always and forever be Bobby Hatfield's song. Live performance, his parents were in the audience and he had a cold. No pressure there. It is all down to one's own preference. Check out The Righteous Brothers' "You'll Never Walk Alone" and "Ebb Tide".

  • @maureenalder8905
    @maureenalder8905 Місяць тому +35

    This is Bobby Hatfield owns this song..BEST EVER VERSION ❤

  • @BarbaraVale-t5e
    @BarbaraVale-t5e Місяць тому +30

    You had to have talent to sing back then .. no auto tune, no re-takes, no gimmicks .. just pure God given talent. Bobby is a counter tenor know as blue eyed soul! Check out You've Lost that Lovin Feeling (most played song of the 20th century) also Bobby singing Summertime and both singing When you Walk Through a storm

    • @pharamathews5152
      @pharamathews5152 23 дні тому

      "When You Walk Through A Storm" is actually called "You'll Never Walk Alone" and the Righteous Brothers performed it live on The Ed Sullivan Variety Hour" TV show. "You Lost That Loving Feeling" was performed on the TV show Shindig. That's also where Bobby did his solo of "Summertime".

  • @dougieyou
    @dougieyou 29 днів тому +9

    Cliff..notice at the end ...he just smiled like it was nothing...no sweat... Also...no auto tune...just pure talent . Your right.: "It's Perfect" !!!

  • @kathleenmayhorne3183
    @kathleenmayhorne3183 Місяць тому +7

    This was very popular with soldiers overseas at the time. They told their girls, this is what i want to say. He was the guy who sang it in the movie ghost.

  • @DonnaNable-s2g
    @DonnaNable-s2g Місяць тому +30

    I am so glad that you watched this version, with longer intro. It adds so much to this rendition, hearing their personalities is such fun! Thank you for learning about My generation's music!!

  • @dudeski55
    @dudeski55 29 днів тому +18

    Elvis is a king of music without a doubt but this song has always belonged to them

  • @thomastimlin1724
    @thomastimlin1724 23 дні тому +2

    The Righteous Brothers were known as "Blue-eyed Soul" music. They were first popular locally on the west coast, had local hit record and hosted a local teen show off and on. 60 years ago they were asked to be one of 3 opening acts for the Beatles first big tour of America. But after a few weeks they left, they had gotten a recording contract, and the rest is history. Bill is still alive. Bobby died from a heart attack at age 63 in 2003 in a Kalamazoo MI hotel room on tour with Bill. Just 60 minutes from my house. as reactors on youtube go, the girls and women still melt in their seats when they see and her this performance. From the grave Bobby still has an extraordinary effect.

  • @michaelsmith6313
    @michaelsmith6313 25 днів тому +15

    This may be the best ever live performance in the history of live TV.

    • @lindalightfoot9837
      @lindalightfoot9837 25 днів тому +1

      Live. No auto tune or fancy electronics. Just pure talent

  • @tinalouise1764
    @tinalouise1764 Місяць тому +26

    He did so well singing this whilst he had the flu. His Mom was in the audience.

  • @JulesfromHouston
    @JulesfromHouston Місяць тому +15

    This performance and You've Got That Loving Feeling were responsible for a second baby boom. 🤠

  • @slovett7543
    @slovett7543 Місяць тому +17

    Yes, perfect. But it's also joyful. Brings you to tears of joy.

  • @judithboggs2196
    @judithboggs2196 Місяць тому +14

    No one can stop Bobby on this, or ever top him. I was twelve when I heard this on the Andy Williams show, and I cannot un-hear his voice. To this day it belongs to the Righteous Brothers.

  • @margaretsimmons1598
    @margaretsimmons1598 25 днів тому +10

    Nobody sings this better than the Righteous Brothers

  • @mamaalaska
    @mamaalaska Місяць тому +13

    What was so awesome was this was the first time that Bobby Hatfield got to sing to his mom in the audience listening! People not a vera get upset when they see live music and no one’s dancing around or enjoying themselves, but there were rules for TV back then and you were told to sit quietlyhe had dress appropriately, etc. just as you were going to the opera or something you know. Bobby had a very special. He had a five range and could switch in and out so smoothly and quickly. They were an awesome team together.

  • @JLP-WFTx
    @JLP-WFTx Місяць тому +16

    First verse when he sings "I need your love. I need your love. Godspeed your love to me." My eyes always tear up and stay wet to the end. Every. Single. Time. Absolute perfection.

  • @nanook8721
    @nanook8721 29 днів тому +3

    When you think about it, this was a live performance, no auto tune. Just pure talent and beautiful backing music.

  • @nonofinn7136
    @nonofinn7136 27 днів тому +4

    You nailed it. That one love, who still and always will, hold a piece of your heart. Beautiful.

  • @ruthcrawford3015
    @ruthcrawford3015 Місяць тому +14

    This performance is considered one of the best LIVE performances EVER recorded. Remember, no enhancements back in those days. YT has shared that this video is among the most listened to ...globaly, if not THEEE most listened to. This song, by Bobby Hatfield was on the radio alll the time during the Veitnam war....many many young couples separated and yearning for each other. This was a BIG TIME WEDDING song in those days. Bobby was 25 when he performed this live, and his Mother was in the audience. He had a bit of a cold, and was so glad he got thru the song. So so so so so beautiful.

    • @doloresschultz8393
      @doloresschultz8393 Місяць тому +2

      When Andy asked them how they got their name and Bobby è😮, you can tell by his breathing that he was suffering not just a cold but serious stage fright.

    • @doloresschultz8393
      @doloresschultz8393 Місяць тому +2

      But as someone said "Hand him a mic and he is ready to go. He became more than a singer, he became a great entertainer.
      Thanks to utube, he cañ hear or see him at will. So I am no longer mad at Steve Jobs? (Except sometimes)
      .

  • @AnnQlder
    @AnnQlder 23 дні тому +1

    There’s no debate, this is THE version. We need to get back to having singers and musicians like this, genuine talent performed honestly

  • @reggiefokes6677
    @reggiefokes6677 27 днів тому +5

    This performance is among the top five vocal performances of all time.

  • @46ChickRock
    @46ChickRock 23 дні тому +5

    You can't beat the 50's and 60's for real music and talent. I am so blessed to have been brought up with it. I was born in the 60's.

  • @belvagurr403
    @belvagurr403 Місяць тому +15

    Bobby Hatfield was a counter tenor, could reach those high notes!!!

  • @CBB672
    @CBB672 21 день тому +1

    I think it’s a beautiful song for a first dance wedding

  • @Jude_196
    @Jude_196 Місяць тому +18

    CHILLS: EVERY TIME I hear this song!! SO BEAUTIFUL!! LOVE THEM!!! ❤❤❤❤

  • @jonathancadorin9714
    @jonathancadorin9714 Місяць тому +25

    More from the best duo in music history.
    You’ve lost that loving feeling
    Soul and Inspiration
    Summertime
    You’ll never walk alone

  • @rosekelly1097
    @rosekelly1097 27 днів тому +4

    the best version, an pure talent just 100% pure raw talent,just his voice nothing else no auto tune nothing, a real star. ❤❤❤

  • @lizetteolsen3218
    @lizetteolsen3218 24 дні тому +3

    Straight up raw talent--no embellishments. Bill has the bass voice--right from out of the joists.

  • @stevecrisell108
    @stevecrisell108 Місяць тому +40

    The Definitive Version.

  • @charlesghent2485
    @charlesghent2485 Місяць тому +8

    They have the most requested song in the 20th century. Which is surprising with people like Elvis ,the Beatles. Just asked google.

  • @belvagurr403
    @belvagurr403 Місяць тому +13

    Bill Medley, the tall one, and Jennifer Warnes sang the song in DIRTY DANCING, (I’VE HAD) THE TIME OF MY LIFE.

  • @skwervin1
    @skwervin1 Місяць тому +3

    His mother was in the audience and was in tears by the end.
    Try their song "You've Lost that loving feeling " with Cher as a backup singer ... it is a heartbreaking duet.

  • @larissaarnold2288
    @larissaarnold2288 Місяць тому +12

    Summertime, You've Lost That Loving Feeling....so many!

  • @noplacelikehomecrochet5335
    @noplacelikehomecrochet5335 Місяць тому +5

    Bill did a tribute to Bobby singing this song that will really make you cry ❤

  • @berniewatts5028
    @berniewatts5028 Місяць тому +22

    Andy Williams show back in the day was, real popular 👏👏👏👵🏼

  • @johnrodrigues5974
    @johnrodrigues5974 Місяць тому +27

    This is the original by Bobby Hatfield.
    The best you’ll ever hear❤❤

    • @Ididnotwanttojoin
      @Ididnotwanttojoin Місяць тому +5

      There had actually been a few versions before Bobby, but the fact that everyone thinks his is the original version tells you all you need to know!😀

  • @NickiKash
    @NickiKash Місяць тому +3

    Such a amazing voice ❤

  • @tammyfinnemore
    @tammyfinnemore Місяць тому +13

    He had a cold when he was singing this, and my fav song with both of them is Soul and Inspiration

  • @belvagurr403
    @belvagurr403 Місяць тому +11

    Watch this again and again and find your own way.

  • @patchavez7146
    @patchavez7146 Місяць тому +11

    NO ONE CAN TOUCH. THESE TWO MEN.ON THIS SONG

  • @germainefisher1632
    @germainefisher1632 25 днів тому +1

    Hear both guys sing You’ve lost that Lovin’ Feeling. Another beautiful song.

  • @daveking9393
    @daveking9393 Місяць тому +15

    Very enjoyable. thanks for sharing.

  • @sherigrow6480
    @sherigrow6480 25 днів тому +2

    Elvis was a big fan of the RB, knew them very well. Elvis and Bill ended up very close friends until Elvis' passing. The RB were named by the black marines out of El Toro. It's a beautiful song, and fits Bobby.

  • @JaquelineGoodspeed
    @JaquelineGoodspeed Місяць тому +8

    Best version of this song hands down.

  • @CatherinePatriciaOConnell
    @CatherinePatriciaOConnell 24 дні тому +3

    My generation dancing to songs like this.
    Actually holding each other, get each other's arms and moving very slowly, very romantically.❤❤❤❤❤

  • @maryannweitzel5636
    @maryannweitzel5636 Місяць тому +4

    First time I heard this song was this performance on the Andy Williams Show. And for me this one is best. ❤

  • @Pam-jh5dm
    @Pam-jh5dm Місяць тому +1

    This is one of my favorite songs that I’ve watched reactors react to. Then I discovered Dimash Qudaibergen . He has a six octave range and the most beautiful voice ever. He sings in 14 languages and plays 7 instruments. He is now 30 and has been classically trained, basically since he was five. Many reactors start with the French song SOS. Many reactors get chills all over their body with his singing. Also, I would recommend Sinful Passion. Every song has its own beauty and shocking surprises. His fans across the globe will flock to your channel when they notice you’re going to react to him. Good luck. ❤😊

  • @hollypinkley
    @hollypinkley 26 днів тому +4

    I so remember watching this performance as a teenager - we ALWAYS watched
    The Andy Williams Show, it blew us all away!!!! It was LIVE - No autotune, no retakes, no smoke, dancers, light show - just a man with his mic & a performance which is considered the absolute best live version ever!!!!

  • @KarenBond-t7y
    @KarenBond-t7y Місяць тому +2

    No autotune!

  • @theresastuppiello9589
    @theresastuppiello9589 Місяць тому +7

    More Righteous Brothers please. They are just so good.

  • @BarTGila
    @BarTGila Місяць тому +4

    This is pure, long before auto tune or anything else. Just his voice. I remember watching this when it was first broadcast. The one thing about being old is we had some damn good REAL music and I got to see a lot of it live in the day.

    • @lindalightfoot9837
      @lindalightfoot9837 25 днів тому +1

      His range and the effortless shifts between octaves is incredible.

  • @brianmasinelli9694
    @brianmasinelli9694 Місяць тому +2

    Even Elvis had to tip his hat to Mr. Hatfield after this performance.

  • @karenstrong8887
    @karenstrong8887 Місяць тому +11

    The Original was recorded in 1955 before Bobby sang it for a movie called unchained by Hy Zaret. It was recorded by over 670 singers worldwide. I love Elvis but no one can ever take this song from Bobby Hatfield. I grew up to this and I watched Bobby sing this the night it was on The Andy Williams show. No one has sung it with Bobby’s range.
    Bill was joking when he said he didn’t think it would be a hit. He has the deeper voice of the two. They often sang alone but together they were amazing and called Blue Eyed Soul. Try You’ve Lost That Loving Feeling or Soul and Inspiration to hear them together. Thank you.

    • @franciebush5731
      @franciebush5731 Місяць тому +2

      Watch the UA-cam clip from the movie Unchained and then the lyrics really come alive!

    • @charleskasson6385
      @charleskasson6385 24 дні тому

      Whenever i watch the movie ghost it always makes me ,im being honest i cant help but shed several tears.
      .its a
      Very emotional sentimental song...its very strong with a lot of sentimental meaning...its one of the best love songs of all times, and there is guite a few, but im sure a lot of people dont remember, like from the movie Love Story, or Too Sir WITH Love...Which was a Big Hit At Every Highschool Graduation when i was in school, and that was like 30 some odd years ago...but if you get a chance to ever want to see a real true tearjerker movie than watch To Sir WITH Love...Starring Sidney Portia. But i might have spelled he's last name wrong. But please its a down right wonderful family movie to watch...You need a box of tissues 😢

  • @lisajames3359
    @lisajames3359 25 днів тому +4

    This is the best version full stop. Elvis at his best could not have emulated the emotion and passion that Bobby gave to this song. He sung it live, no auto tune and nailed it.

  • @mytiggertat
    @mytiggertat Місяць тому +4

    Many have shed tears during the Ghost movie. I was with my friend watching Ghost. It helped her heal from the recent loss of her husband. She said she seen 'the light' when her husband passed. I am glad I was there to help her heal and lend a shoulder for support and to cry on.

  • @sarahberry4389
    @sarahberry4389 Місяць тому +10

    So beautiful...stunning! What a voice ❤

  • @swimlaps1
    @swimlaps1 23 дні тому

    Saw this on TV, at 6. My young mom watched the Andy Williams TV Show. We need more of this music style back!

  • @patvp73
    @patvp73 Місяць тому +2

    Righties brothers hands down

  • @philipconnolly2494
    @philipconnolly2494 28 днів тому +2

    The best ever singing of this song ..watched that Andy Williams show..happy days then❤

  • @LoveCats9220
    @LoveCats9220 25 днів тому +5

    Andy Williams, who was a mega star himself, shook Bobby’s hand at the end of the song. I may be wrong, but to me that shows Andy respecting Bobby’s performance. Bobby owns this song

  • @mikebzdusek8754
    @mikebzdusek8754 23 дні тому +1

    This song has stood the test of time

  • @erikduggins228
    @erikduggins228 Місяць тому +3

    IMHO This was the best version hands-down.

  • @marcellinasfigaro9364
    @marcellinasfigaro9364 28 днів тому +5

    This live performance is EPIC! No one did it better.

  • @sharonkirkpatrickcowzer9410
    @sharonkirkpatrickcowzer9410 18 днів тому

    Thank you for your heartfelt commentary and recognizing the great Bobby Hatfield.

  • @berniewatts5028
    @berniewatts5028 Місяць тому +12

    🔥🔥🔥They were RIGHTEOUS ❤️❤️❤️👵🏼

  • @tessasnow
    @tessasnow Місяць тому +4

    This is the only performance as far as I’m concerned 🖖🏻🇨🇦

  • @JoDean1545
    @JoDean1545 Місяць тому +5

    I was 13 when this song came out. LOVE it. Bobby does it best! 🎉😊

  • @Emilie-one
    @Emilie-one Місяць тому +5

    I cried through the movie Ghost. Any movie that touches on someone losing a spouse or a beloved pet always makes me cry… so this song always makes me tear up when I hear it.

  • @lindsaycrellin4588
    @lindsaycrellin4588 Місяць тому +4

    This definitely is the best version from the Righteous Brothers ❤ Yes some Tony Bennett would be good his duet with k.d. Lang Moonglow or Blue Velvet are AMAZING ❤ x

  • @hackermusic3355
    @hackermusic3355 27 днів тому +3

    I have always said this is the best vocal performance I ever heard.
    Just hitting the notes in the melody would be hard enough but the control in the runs is insane.

  • @wombatwilly1002
    @wombatwilly1002 8 днів тому

    This along with Elvis's "If I Can Dream" and Journey's "Don't Stop Believing" with Steve Perry are probably the three best live performances you'll hear.

  • @meandcaryn
    @meandcaryn 3 дні тому

    Bobby Hatfield was a countertenor with a very large range. He was getting over a cold plus his mom was in the audience to see him live for the very first time. His live version is untouchable.

  • @mgass1354
    @mgass1354 Місяць тому +4

    Nobody covering the song could match Bobby for the pure raw talent, the clearness of notes, the range, the breath control, the pure ease of which he sings it. Bobby's is by far the best version of the song. This performance is also the best live performance of a song ever. No, not for showmanship, because he wasn't a showman, but for the raw talent of his singing of the song. No male singer has been able to match Bobby's level of pure god given talent. Few female artists have been able to match that level of pure vocal talent. Remember this was 1965 and yes, it was cleaned up, but, not enhanced. This was what you got from Bobby in a live performance.

  • @Pam-jh5dm
    @Pam-jh5dm Місяць тому

    This is one of my favorite songs that I’ve watched reactors react to. Then I discovered Dimash Qudaibergen . He has a six octave range and the most beautiful voice ever. He sings in 14 languages and plays 7 instruments. He is now 30 and has been classically trained, basically since he was five. Many reactors start with the French song SOS. Every song has its own beauty and shocking surprises. His fans across the globe will flock to your channel when they notice you’re going to react to him. Good luck. ❤😊

  • @annieknight71
    @annieknight71 Місяць тому +4

    You e right about the date. It was in a movie about a man in prison wondering if his girl was waiting for him.

  • @safariloverinnc5156
    @safariloverinnc5156 Місяць тому +1

    So effortlessly!!!!!!

  • @robinbeerman4726
    @robinbeerman4726 Місяць тому +3

    No body can touch the righteous brothers.

  • @debbiewashabaugh9891
    @debbiewashabaugh9891 Місяць тому +4

    The song was written for a movie about a prisoner. The movie scene showed a black man sitting on his bunk singing about his lady and all of the inmates listening and missing their own ladies.

  • @billn7183
    @billn7183 Місяць тому +1

    That dude can sing!

  • @barnowl.
    @barnowl. Місяць тому +2

    This one IS the BEST -- and Bobby did it with a very heavy cold as shown by his labored breathing in the conversation before. Also, he was extremely nervous because his mother was in the audience, seeing him perform for the first time. Bobby's huge vocal range is known as counter-tenor. On a metaphysical level this song touches us deeply as it is the call of the loved to the Great Beloved.

  • @sharonlanteri2537
    @sharonlanteri2537 27 днів тому

    We used this song for our wedding dance back in 1989❤

  • @jamesmorgan9280
    @jamesmorgan9280 24 дні тому +1

    Great reaction video! Thanks!

  • @annepinkerton6280
    @annepinkerton6280 27 днів тому +1

    Great reaction ... Thanks!

  • @TheEricthefruitbat
    @TheEricthefruitbat 21 день тому

    And that note at the end was just effortless.

  • @MariuV-nc1rq
    @MariuV-nc1rq Місяць тому +4

    Now go to check The Righteous Brothers &The Blossoms The Night Time is The Right Time...... no regrets.. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻