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Unfortunately maurice had severe colon disease, and by the time it was discovered, he was gone much soon in early 50s being a twin,Robin immediately went to dr.and found he suffered the same disease and was saved only to die also to young of a later cancerous event.😢
OMG! In my younger days I had up close seats to a Bee Gees concert! When young Barry sang this song he caught my eyes numerous times! I'm 69 now, but I was ready to just "jump on that bus" 😜 and never leave! Geezo! Sigh..... 🥴
It's crazy seeing Barry so young and without his beard and realizing how much Andy is like a little mini Barry. They look like twins that are actually years apart.
I once saw a photo of Andy with a beard. I really thought it was Barry at first. In an interview, Barry actually said that for him Andy was his twin brother. Both are also said to have been very similar in character. For example, Barry and Andy were crazy about tennis, which Robin and Maurice were never interested in.
How gorgeous , young handsome Barry looked...he looked like a rich middle class gentleman singing sweet love song to a lady ....🎉😊❤ attractive.. awesome.. with classic awesome melody.....❤❤
They WERE a 5-piece band at that time and were marketed that way. They also had a full band in the 1970s. In the 1980s and beyond, they worked with session musicians.
This was when the Bee Gees were a five piece band. Colin Petersen (drums) and Vince Maloney (guitar) were friends of the Bee Gees during the time they lived in Australia. Robin Gibb primarily played a variety of keyboards, notably piano, organ and Mellotron on the Bee Gees album Odessa (1969); he also played acoustic guitar and organ on his debut solo album Robin's Reign (1970). But he never played live (that I know of) from the early 70s onwards.
Barry’s teeth. I don’t think anyone’s ever had better choppers than he does. I heard someone else say his teeth smile even when he isn’t, lol. Such a handsome man.
Thank you for your kind reviews of Bee Gees songs. I have been a fan of the Bee Gees since I first heard Words on the radio when I was a kid. That is going on 55 years! My words can hardly express my gratitude for all the beautiful music they gave us over all these years. I am so glad younger people are discovering their music; it is timeless and brilliant. RIP Maurice and Robin as well as young Andy. God bless Sir Barry Gibb.
I adore this song. I saw them in 1978. When he sang the first word “smile” the crowd screamed sooo loud you could barely hear the rest of the song. Beautiful masterpiece!!
This became Barry’s signature solo spotlight song for concerts. It’s interesting to see this, then the 1979 performance, then 1989, then in Vegas, and now his duet with Dolly Parton. Elvis recorded a version, but Barry’s is my favorite.
Ahhh... This song made me cry the first time I heard it many years ago and it's made me cry a few times since today included. They were just so very talented singers and songwriters. Lovely reaction Harri! Blessings from Alberta Canada!
I've known the Bee Gees since the 60s and I was one of the people who thought they sold out during the disco era. I much prefer this song and "Massachusetts", "I've Got To Get A Message To You" and "How Can You Mend A Broken Heart". I've grown to like SOME of their disco hits but this era is still my favorite.
@@lizholewa8881 The "they" you are talking about included me. I lived through it. It was disco. Bee Gees were considered the kings of disco and Donna Summer was the queen.
Elvis also did a great version of this song during his Vegas shows of the 70’s, but this version by the Bee Gees is easily the best one I have seen/heard.
One of 2 songs my lovely stepdad sung (perfectly) to my mum to help convince her. They have been married 48 years on 22 February this year. Their other song is Suite: Judy Blue Eyes which he also sang to her, again, perfectly. Just his voice, no music. They still adore each other. I am blessed.
@HarriBest Reactions --- Harri, Colin Peterson, the drummer, and Vince Melouney, the lead guitarist, were in fact officially part of the Bee Gees, from 1967 through 1969. Both were mates from Australia who were summoned early on in 1967 after the Brothers had arrived back in England and Robert Stigwood had signed them. Both Peterson and Melouney are pictured on the Gibbs' first albums, "Bee Gees' 1st," "Horizontal," and "Idea." The two musicians were also part of the Gibbs' fourth album, the massive "concept" LP, "Odessa," but were not pictured, as the album contained no photographs of the group, but simply a luxurious gatefold red velvet cover. But one can clearly hear both Colin Peterson's drumming and Vince Melouney's guitar playing on that album. Peterson left the group in 1969. Vince Melouney left the Bee Gees after his final concert with them on December 1, 1969. You had asked if the Bee Gees recorded every song that they wrote... Well, the answer would technically be "No," but even most songs which they wrote and never officially released as recordings were recorded by them at least as demos, as that was their preferred method of songwriting, rather than, say, jotting down sheet music, as they were not proficient at reading and writing musical notation. But even their elaborate and glorious string and horn arrangements, which were written early on by their Musical Director, the great Bill Shepherd, were often generated by ideas in the form of humming and strumming, by Barry, Robin and Maurice themselves. This was a practice they continued pretty much to the end. As to the obverse question, "Did the Bee Gees' only record their own compositions?" the answer would be "primarily." Early on in Australia, when they were first testing their songwriting wings, they also did record a number of compositions written by others. And once, early in their international career, they recorded a song written by their lead guitarist, Vince Melouney, called "Such a Shame." It appeared on the U.K. version of the album, "Idea," but was replaced with "I've Gotta Get a Message to You," on the American release. Later on the Gibbs were involved in movies and other projects (notably the "Sgt. Pepper" movie), where they recorded some Beatles songs, and they also in 1995 recorded the Shirelles' 1964 hit "Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow," written by Carole King and Gerry Goffin.
One of the most gorgeous songs ever written. The production values on the recording were superb and this performance was excellent. Doesn't hurt that Barry was probably one the the sexiest rock stars of the era.
My father, definitely old school music lover ( like Sinatra, Nat King Cole and big band tunes), yet this may have been his favorite "modern music" song. RIP, Dad, this one's for you. And thank you for turning me onto Bacharach, Nat King Cole and most important, our precious Judy Garland. Hope you are finding many yellow brick roads to stroll with Mom on in heaven. And "its only words, and words are all I have, to take your heart away" or to say I loved both of you.❤❤❤❤❤
There is an affectation in both Barry and Robin's voices that I can not get enough of. It is on display in this magical song. So, at times, their voices sound like they are in an echo chamber or a "reverb effect". It is natural to their voices and not a tech made thing. It is awesome and i have never heard it from any other musician. Does anyone know what I am talking about musically? Is there a better word that describes what my ears are hearing??❤❤❤❤
No! Take a look at their Aussie-times from 1960 up to 1966, with 'Spicks And Specks' at the end, going to Nr. 1 in Australia. 'New York Mining Desaster 1941', (leadvocals together with Robin), 'To Love Somebody', 'World' (again leads together with Rob) and on many tracks, to hear on the albums, so these were only the singles. The sharing of leadvocals between Barry and Robin is so great. Makes them unbeatable, so Maurice always came in with tremendous feeling for a perfect three-part-harmony.
"Words" was actually written for Cliff Richard's by the Bee Gees but Cliff for some reason was unable to record it so the Bee Gees recorded it and it became Barry's signature song.
I always loved the earlier Bee Gee songs,long before the disco craze.Massachusetts,1st of May,Got to get a message to you,How can you mend a broken heart ect.Absolute diamonds and still great to listen to today.A wonderful band.
Great reaction Bee Gees always considered themselves first and foremost song writers before being vocalist, an amazing British group, I attended a live Bee Gee concert in Las Vegas they we’re absolutely amazing!
This is Barry's signature song. The video you are watching is from a 1968 performance on the Ed Sullivan show. I was watching that night at 11 years old. I love the song even more today. Some of the 70's concert live versions are also stellar, slowed down and a little more r&b. Love them all. BTW, Vince on guitar and Colin on drums were members of the Bee Gees at this time in the late 60s.
I Sing myself, this is a terrific Love Song and one of My Best Numbers. The other one is Marie Osmond's "Paper Roses 🌹". I used to Sing "Massachusetts" as a duet with an Old Family Friend. He was the Dad of one of My Three Closest Friends from when We were Teenagers. Unfortunately He developed Alzheimers and couldn't Perform anymore 😪. Last year He passed away in His Sleep. I remember the evening He discovered I could Sing. Another one of My Friends from back then and I were spending the night with His Daughter at Their home. We were going to a party across the street. I was ready early so I decided to hang out with Her Parents. He got out His Guitar and started singing "Massachusetts" and I started Harmonising with Him. He was sorry to see Me go that evening.
Your comments from Mike Miller also speak for me. I would add I Started a Joke to the 60s songs by them, that I love. Nice reaction Harri. Please do more BeeGees. Preferably the early stuff. But, you can also do Fanny( Be tender with my Love).Lol. Peace
This song is, to me, their most symphonic, meaning it would be awesome backed with choir and orchestra. Now, it sounds awesome as is, but with an orchestra, it would be ethereal.
One thing. I have always noticed Barry,'s hypnotic voice has an almost reverb or echo chamber in it, especially at the end of his vibrattos. Beautiful. Does anyone else notice this effect?
Barry used tremolo, a variation in volume, to create an echo effect. Robin had vibrato, a rapid variation in pitch which is a natural physiological vocal trait.
This was written and originally recorded by Bee Gees. The songs they wrote for others was in the 80's generally during the Disco backlash when they basically couldn't show their faces.
@@AlamoDame7 I know. I'm still mad about it but I'm glad they are finally getting the love the so very much deserve again. It's unfortunate Robin and Mo aren't around to see it.
I love the Bee Gees early music especially 60's-70's. Some of my favorites are "To Love Somebody", "Holiday", "Massachusetts", "World", "And The Sun Will Shine", "Really & Sincerely", "Words", "The Singer Sang His Song", "I've Gotta Get A Message To You", "Lonely Days", "I Started A Joke", "Melody Fair", "First of May", "Give Your Best", "Lamplight" etc.
When they went to England they took two of their friends with them to play the drums and guitar. They were a part of the Bee Gees in that time frame, so yes there were five of them. Check out their early album covers.
If you look closely, you will find that Robin is only slightly brushing the keys instead of really pushing them down. On film and during live performances he never played instruments, even though he could play the piano/keyboard to some extent. Check out any footage of Robin playing an instrument and you will find he is just mimicking. The only two instruments he really mastered on and off stage were his writing skills and his voice. And that was more than enough for the world (and me) to fall in love with their music 😊
This is the pre-Saturday Night Fever Bee Gees. My friends thought they were a new band when Saturday Night Fever revived their popularity. They were very surprised when I told them, these guys aren't new but their popularity had faded and SNF was a big come-back for them, and they never faded again after that. If you slow the play-back down, you can really hear his vibrato. I'm going to listen to that Boy Zone version, I"ve never heard that one.
This song was introduction to Bee-Gees some 50 years ago. I was blown away by Barry Gibbs' voice then, already, and he'd never even dreamed of the amazing falsetto range he'd later discover. Great reaction!
Patty-in the beginning they had a gutarist and a drummer as part of the group. Robin played piano, guitar, keytar, pump organ, accordian and the harp. Robin said he preferred to use them to write music rather than perform with them.
As an instrumentalist, Robin Gibb primarily played a variety of keyboards, notably piano, organ and Mellotron on the Bee Gees album Odessa (1969); he also played acoustic guitar and organ on his debut solo album Robin's Reign (1970). 👍🏻🤩🏴
The "Brothers Gibb", which was what they first called themselves..they were born in the UK..but grew up in Australia.. Redcliffe.. Queensland..in my opinion..they were as good as the Beatles in the early days
They WERE a 5 piece band then. Colin Peterson on drums and Vince Melouney on lead guitar. When they were young Robin played piano, dad Hugh on drums, Barry guitar and Maurice bass. On his own early LP's (Robin's Reign and Sing Slowly Sisters) Robin played piano, accordion, organ and mellotron as well as on some Bee Gees songs (mellotron on "World" for example). They're miming it here but believe the vocals are live. They hated to lip synch. I enjoy Robin's cheeky smile at the start. Their dad always said "Tell Robin to smile!"
While Barry Gibb does an outstanding performance on this song, it was also sung live by Andy Gibb. I don't know why but I prefer Andy's version. He even looked so much like Barry with a light beard. That was the only time I saw him with one. Either way, they each sing "Words" beautifully. Thanks for the reaction. You are always a joy to watch.
YES!!! He needs to react to Andy’s version of words!!!! It’s one of the few times you will see Andy with a beard. He’s wearing a tux and looks sooooo much like Barry.
The original artist is always the best....Andy did a good job but he slowed it down too much.....just like Elvis.....he sped it up and Elvis butchered "Words"
And this was pre-falsetto days for them so another version of the Bee Gees. Massachusetts is another good one from this era that shows their talents. It's fun seeing them in the early days too in how they looked and dressed, etc. So enjoy all eras of the Bee Gees...Andy looks like a younger Barry. And notice no one is plugged in either so just for a TV show, voice over, with added musicians on the side. And this is more of a solo without backup of the twins so not the normal. There are songs out there from Robin but didn't see many from Maurice.
Note Robin playing the piano. Maurice is on guitar. People forget Robin, too, was a musician. Robin played guitar on Sgt Pepper's, film. And a few of their early songs.
Colleen Peterson-drums, Vince Melone -guitar; they were part of the 60’s Bee Gees (they were a couple of their Aussie friends). Colleen was fired and replaced and eventually Vince wanted to do other things snd he left. Later in the 70’s Alan Kendall-guitar ( he was with them up through the 2000’s) Barry joked that he has been a Bee Gee longer then all the brothers! Blu Weaver on Keyboards and synth., I forget the drummers name off the top of my head. But once they landed back in Britton they wanted to have a band and had one since.
Collin Peterson, drummer in the sixties, followed by Geoff Bridgford in the early seventies and then Dennis Bryon, from 1973 up to 1979. In 1975, Dennis, who played formerly in a band, called Amen Corner, involved his bandmate from that time, Blue Weaver, who's been arround then with Mott The Hoople, to talk with the Gibb-bros. And he did, they met on the Isle Of Man and Blue, who came in with no ambitions to be member of the Bee Gees band, so he saw himself more as a Rock'n Roller, was fascinated from the familiar atmosphere he's been included at once. The rest is musical history.
This is the Bee Gees at their finest. In the 60's . In interviews Barry states that the 60's was their 1st fame. Then the late 70's after Saturday Night Fever came out that was known as their 2nd fame. I preferred their 60's hits much better than their disco era hits.
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Andy Gibb sings this live and he's growing a beard. It's insane how much he and Barry look and sound alike.
I always loved the Bee Gee's, there's no other group compared to them.
Depends on what your compare them to and your own ability to determine good music.
I totally agree! Bee Gees are the best ever!
Unfortunately maurice had severe colon disease, and by the time it was discovered, he was gone much soon in early 50s being a twin,Robin immediately went to dr.and found he suffered the same disease and was saved only to die also to young of a later cancerous event.😢
They deserved better❤❤❤they are the greatest!
Gegy from Milano Italy
OMG! In my younger days I had up close seats to a Bee Gees concert! When young Barry sang this song he caught my eyes numerous times! I'm 69 now, but I was ready to just "jump on that bus" 😜 and never leave! Geezo! Sigh..... 🥴
It's crazy seeing Barry so young and without his beard and realizing how much Andy is like a little mini Barry. They look like twins that are actually years apart.
I once saw a photo of Andy with a beard. I really thought it was Barry at first. In an interview, Barry actually said that for him Andy was his twin brother. Both are also said to have been very similar in character. For example, Barry and Andy were crazy about tennis, which Robin and Maurice were never interested in.
How gorgeous , young handsome Barry looked...he looked like a rich middle class gentleman singing sweet love song to a lady ....🎉😊❤ attractive.. awesome.. with classic awesome melody.....❤❤
Love this song since i was a teenager. Words is one of my favourite Bee Gees songs. So simple, so nice. The simple songs often are the best ones.
The Bee Gees are one of the best singer/ songwriters of our time.
Words is my favorite BeeGees song. They were so young when they wrote this, and yet it is beyond romantic…even 50-55 yrs later!
My favorite song by Bee Gees
They WERE a 5-piece band at that time and were marketed that way. They also had a full band in the 1970s. In the 1980s and beyond, they worked with session musicians.
This is a contemporary song.written by the Gibb brothers.❤❤
Beautiful song and performance by Barry. The Bee Gees are the greatest songwriters and performers ever and forever ❤
This lovely song is Barry's trademark song. All versions of Barry singing this sonh are awesome. Check out his 1979 version too.
This was when the Bee Gees were a five piece band. Colin Petersen (drums) and Vince Maloney (guitar) were friends of the Bee Gees during the time they lived in Australia. Robin Gibb primarily played a variety of keyboards, notably piano, organ and Mellotron on the Bee Gees album Odessa (1969); he also played acoustic guitar and organ on his debut solo album Robin's Reign (1970). But he never played live (that I know of) from the early 70s onwards.
Barry’s teeth. I don’t think anyone’s ever had better choppers than he does. I heard someone else say his teeth smile even when he isn’t, lol.
Such a handsome man.
ALL the older hits are masterpieces............
Words Huge hit fifty years ago. Yes I am old.
Thank you for your kind reviews of Bee Gees songs. I have been a fan of the Bee Gees since I first heard Words on the radio when I was a kid. That is going on 55 years! My words can hardly express my gratitude for all the beautiful music they gave us over all these years. I am so glad younger people are discovering their music; it is timeless and brilliant. RIP Maurice and Robin as well as young Andy. God bless Sir Barry Gibb.
No other band could harmonise like the Bee Gees, sheer brilliance
The original songs are always the best.
This is my favorite Bee Gees song. It always wraps me in love and security. Beautiful, beautiful song.
I adore this song. I saw them in 1978. When he sang the first word “smile” the crowd screamed sooo loud you could barely hear the rest of the song. Beautiful masterpiece!!
This became Barry’s signature solo spotlight song for concerts. It’s interesting to see this, then the 1979 performance, then 1989, then in Vegas, and now his duet with Dolly Parton. Elvis recorded a version, but Barry’s is my favorite.
This was in the 60's.
I absolutely love the Bee Gees earlier music. This song is one of the reasons for that. Great choice Harri 🌺✌️
So sad that Barry Gibb, the oldest brother, is the only one left. They were a unique band that have left a legacy on popular music.
Ahhh... This song made me cry the first time I heard it many years ago and it's made me cry a few times since today included. They were just so very talented singers and songwriters. Lovely reaction Harri! Blessings from Alberta Canada!
Bee Gees write all their songs. This is one of favorite songs by them. Thanks!!
My favorite song by Bee Gees.
Love old Bee Gees! At this point he didn’t even know he could hit those notes he did in the disco era! 😃
I absolutely adore the BeeGees, the words to their songs always get me and I love the strings.
I've known the Bee Gees since the 60s and I was one of the people who thought they sold out during the disco era. I much prefer this song and "Massachusetts", "I've Got To Get A Message To You" and "How Can You Mend A Broken Heart". I've grown to like SOME of their disco hits but this era is still my favorite.
They considered that music R&B not disco.
@@lizholewa8881 The "they" you are talking about included me. I lived through it. It was disco. Bee Gees were considered the kings of disco and Donna Summer was the queen.
Their post-disco work was good also.
I wouldn't include theirs among the best disco performances.
@@mikemiller3069 I meant The Bee Gees considered that music R&B. I also lived through it.
@@lizholewa8881 I don't think they were proud of being disco. But that's what EVERYONE else called it. Have a great day!
One of the most beautiful songs that's ever been written.
Beautiful. 🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶. But all the Bee gee songs are great.💕💕💕. Harri,. Robin played most instruments but chose not to. Even the harp. 💞💞💞
Elvis also did a great version of this song during his Vegas shows of the 70’s, but this version by the Bee Gees is easily the best one I have seen/heard.
I noticed that too, about Robin on piano. I didn't know, after all these years, that he played piano. And Maurice on bass, another new revelation.
Yeah most of the time we see Robin not playing an instrument. Maurice usually jumps on the keyboard.
One of 2 songs my lovely stepdad sung (perfectly) to my mum to help convince her. They have been married 48 years on 22 February this year. Their other song is Suite: Judy Blue Eyes which he also sang to her, again, perfectly. Just his voice, no music. They still adore each other. I am blessed.
@HarriBest Reactions --- Harri, Colin Peterson, the drummer, and Vince Melouney, the lead guitarist, were in fact officially part of the Bee Gees, from 1967 through 1969. Both were mates from Australia who were summoned early on in 1967 after the Brothers had arrived back in England and Robert Stigwood had signed them. Both Peterson and Melouney are pictured on the Gibbs' first albums, "Bee Gees' 1st," "Horizontal," and "Idea." The two musicians were also part of the Gibbs' fourth album, the massive "concept" LP, "Odessa," but were not pictured, as the album contained no photographs of the group, but simply a luxurious gatefold red velvet cover. But one can clearly hear both Colin Peterson's drumming and Vince Melouney's guitar playing on that album. Peterson left the group in 1969. Vince Melouney left the Bee Gees after his final concert with them on December 1, 1969.
You had asked if the Bee Gees recorded every song that they wrote... Well, the answer would technically be "No," but even most songs which they wrote and never officially released as recordings were recorded by them at least as demos, as that was their preferred method of songwriting, rather than, say, jotting down sheet music, as they were not proficient at reading and writing musical notation. But even their elaborate and glorious string and horn arrangements, which were written early on by their Musical Director, the great Bill Shepherd, were often generated by ideas in the form of humming and strumming, by Barry, Robin and Maurice themselves. This was a practice they continued pretty much to the end.
As to the obverse question, "Did the Bee Gees' only record their own compositions?" the answer would be "primarily." Early on in Australia, when they were first testing their songwriting wings, they also did record a number of compositions written by others. And once, early in their international career, they recorded a song written by their lead guitarist, Vince Melouney, called "Such a Shame." It appeared on the U.K. version of the album, "Idea," but was replaced with "I've Gotta Get a Message to You," on the American release. Later on the Gibbs were involved in movies and other projects (notably the "Sgt. Pepper" movie), where they recorded some Beatles songs, and they also in 1995 recorded the Shirelles' 1964 hit "Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow," written by Carole King and Gerry Goffin.
Andy Gibb sang this song beautifully. Elvis also recorded.
One of my favourites of theirs
This song is the first one I heard from the bee gees when I was 17. I'm now 68
One of the most gorgeous songs ever written. The production values on the recording were superb and this performance was excellent. Doesn't hurt that Barry was probably one the the sexiest rock stars of the era.
The BeeGees did have a 5 piece band in the early days in Australia
Listen to their concerts later years with these older songs. Their voices just get richer and richer.
They, along with the beatles, wrote some of the most beautiful melodies ever heard on this earth.
Walk with angles, guys. You were loved.
I really like Massachusetts and Holiday. The 60's Bee Gee's were some of the best Pop music of that era.
Been waiting for this!!!!!!!! Love it. Incredible writer-BeeGees. Barry one of a kind voice
My father, definitely old school music lover ( like Sinatra, Nat King Cole and big band tunes), yet this may have been his favorite "modern music" song. RIP, Dad, this one's for you. And thank you for turning me onto Bacharach, Nat King Cole and most important, our precious Judy Garland. Hope you are finding many yellow brick roads to stroll with Mom on in heaven. And "its only words, and words are all I have, to take your heart away" or to say I loved both of you.❤❤❤❤❤
There is an affectation in both Barry and Robin's voices that I can not get enough of. It is on display in this magical song. So, at times, their voices sound like they are in an echo chamber or a "reverb effect". It is natural to their voices and not a tech made thing. It is awesome and i have never heard it from any other musician. Does anyone know what I am talking about musically? Is there a better word that describes what my ears are hearing??❤❤❤❤
I can't afford being a patron but you won't regret listening to Lonely Days!
A real Bee Gees golden oldie, that still gives me goosebumps. 💕💕💕🎶🎶🎶👍👍
One of Barry's first turns as lead singer.
No! Take a look at their Aussie-times from 1960 up to 1966, with 'Spicks And Specks' at the end, going to Nr. 1 in Australia. 'New York Mining Desaster 1941', (leadvocals together with Robin), 'To Love Somebody', 'World' (again leads together with Rob) and on many tracks, to hear on the albums, so these were only the singles. The sharing of leadvocals between Barry and Robin is so great. Makes them unbeatable, so Maurice always came in with tremendous feeling for a perfect three-part-harmony.
"Words" was actually written for Cliff Richard's by the Bee Gees but Cliff for some reason was unable to record it so the Bee Gees recorded it and it became Barry's signature song.
Patty-I can easily see Ciff Richard's singing this song.
I always loved the earlier Bee Gee songs,long before the disco craze.Massachusetts,1st of May,Got to get a message to you,How can you mend a broken heart ect.Absolute diamonds and still great to listen to today.A wonderful band.
There is a new duets version of Words
Barry Gibb shares vocals with Dolly Parton no less
One of my all time fav:... gorgeous song you wrote Barry ..it's a masterpiece..tons of other artists have covered this fab: song....luv our BGs..
Great reaction Bee Gees always considered themselves first and foremost song writers before being vocalist, an amazing British group, I attended a live Bee Gee concert in Las Vegas they we’re absolutely amazing!
This is Barry's signature song. The video you are watching is from a 1968 performance on the Ed Sullivan show. I was watching that night at 11 years old. I love the song even more today. Some of the 70's concert live versions are also stellar, slowed down and a little more r&b. Love them all. BTW, Vince on guitar and Colin on drums were members of the Bee Gees at this time in the late 60s.
I Sing myself, this is a terrific Love Song and one of My Best Numbers. The other one is Marie Osmond's "Paper Roses 🌹". I used to Sing "Massachusetts" as a duet with an Old Family Friend. He was the Dad of one of My Three Closest Friends from when We were Teenagers. Unfortunately He developed Alzheimers and couldn't Perform anymore 😪. Last year He passed away in His Sleep. I remember the evening He discovered I could Sing. Another one of My Friends from back then and I were spending the night with His Daughter at Their home. We were going to a party across the street. I was ready early so I decided to hang out with Her Parents. He got out His Guitar and started singing "Massachusetts" and I started Harmonising with Him. He was sorry to see Me go that evening.
I forgot about this song. Beautiful, as always.
The Bee Gees were a FIVE piece band up until 1969
Your comments from Mike Miller also speak for me. I would add I Started a Joke to the 60s songs by them, that I love. Nice reaction Harri. Please do more BeeGees. Preferably the early stuff. But, you can also do Fanny( Be tender with my Love).Lol. Peace
This song is, to me, their most symphonic, meaning it would be awesome backed with choir and orchestra. Now, it sounds awesome as is, but with an orchestra, it would be ethereal.
At one time there were 5 band members. The tire brothers and two other guys. 1960's.
One thing. I have always noticed Barry,'s hypnotic voice has an almost reverb or echo chamber in it, especially at the end of his vibrattos. Beautiful. Does anyone else notice this effect?
Barry used tremolo, a variation in volume, to create an echo effect. Robin had vibrato, a rapid variation in pitch which is a natural physiological vocal trait.
This was written and originally recorded by Bee Gees. The songs they wrote for others was in the 80's generally during the Disco backlash when they basically couldn't show their faces.
I laugh, but back then, it was no laughing matter to shut them down. Actually, I still feel the unfairness of it.
@@AlamoDame7 I know. I'm still mad about it but I'm glad they are finally getting the love the so very much deserve again. It's unfortunate Robin and Mo aren't around to see it.
@@RandomJane104 - Yes, sad the twins aren't here to feel the love too. 😔
Robin has my favorite voice.
One of the greatest songs ever by the fantastic Brothers Gibb!! Thank you for the reaction, Harri!
I love the Bee Gees early music especially 60's-70's. Some of my favorites are "To Love Somebody", "Holiday", "Massachusetts", "World", "And The Sun Will Shine", "Really & Sincerely", "Words", "The Singer Sang His Song", "I've Gotta Get A Message To You", "Lonely Days", "I Started A Joke", "Melody Fair", "First of May", "Give Your Best", "Lamplight" etc.
Also "Country Lanes"! PS .... and "Black Diamond".
First of May is a fave
Amazing songwriters and performers, with incredible longevity. Maybe even right up there with.... you know who!
When they went to England they took two of their friends with them to play the drums and guitar. They were a part of the Bee Gees in that time frame, so yes there were five of them. Check out their early album covers.
The Bee Gees write every song... LOL
If you look closely, you will find that Robin is only slightly brushing the keys instead of really pushing them down.
On film and during live performances he never played instruments, even though he could play the piano/keyboard to some extent.
Check out any footage of Robin playing an instrument and you will find he is just mimicking.
The only two instruments he really mastered on and off stage were his writing skills and his voice. And that was more than enough for the world (and me) to fall in love with their music 😊
This is from the Ed Sullivan Show. Excellent. 🙂
This is the pre-Saturday Night Fever Bee Gees. My friends thought they were a new band when Saturday Night Fever revived their popularity. They were very surprised when I told them, these guys aren't new but their popularity had faded and SNF was a big come-back for them, and they never faded again after that. If you slow the play-back down, you can really hear his vibrato. I'm going to listen to that Boy Zone version, I"ve never heard that one.
This song was introduction to Bee-Gees some 50 years ago. I was blown away by Barry Gibbs' voice then, already, and he'd never even dreamed of the amazing falsetto range he'd later discover. Great reaction!
Back in the day the Bee Gees were almost as big as the beatles.
What a voice and talent
I love this song so much
I love this song. I love their disco period but I really love their pre-disco. Absolutely beautiful wonderful analysis Harri.
Patty-in the beginning they had a gutarist and a drummer as part of the group. Robin played piano, guitar, keytar, pump organ, accordian and the harp. Robin said he preferred to use them to write music rather than perform with them.
As an instrumentalist, Robin Gibb primarily played a variety of keyboards, notably piano, organ and Mellotron on the Bee Gees album Odessa (1969); he also played acoustic guitar and organ on his debut solo album Robin's Reign (1970). 👍🏻🤩🏴
The "Brothers Gibb", which was what they first called themselves..they were born in the UK..but grew up in Australia.. Redcliffe.. Queensland..in my opinion..they were as good as the Beatles in the early days
They WERE a 5 piece band then. Colin Peterson on drums and Vince Melouney on lead guitar. When they were young Robin played piano, dad Hugh on drums, Barry guitar and Maurice bass. On his own early LP's (Robin's Reign and Sing Slowly Sisters) Robin played piano, accordion, organ and mellotron as well as on some Bee Gees songs (mellotron on "World" for example). They're miming it here but believe the vocals are live. They hated to lip synch. I enjoy Robin's cheeky smile at the start. Their dad always said "Tell Robin to smile!"
Enjoy your reviews Harri, thanks
There is a great video on youtube, where The Bee Gees are singing words together with boyzone!!!
While Barry Gibb does an outstanding performance on this song, it was also sung live by Andy Gibb. I don't know why but I prefer Andy's version. He even looked so much like Barry with a light beard. That was the only time I saw him with one. Either way, they each sing "Words" beautifully. Thanks for the reaction. You are always a joy to watch.
YES!!! He needs to react to Andy’s version of words!!!! It’s one of the few times you will see Andy with a beard. He’s wearing a tux and looks sooooo much like Barry.
The original artist is always the best....Andy did a good job but he slowed it down too much.....just like Elvis.....he sped it up and Elvis butchered "Words"
Thanks, Harri !!! Patty
I believe that is Robin's twin brother playing the piano.
Definitely Robin on piano. Maurice was on bass.
I've said it before and I'll say it again, the early BeeGees is so beautiful. I much prefer it over the disco era.
A perfect song. ❤ Sung perfectly. ❤️
MASTERFUL!!!
And this was pre-falsetto days for them so another version of the Bee Gees. Massachusetts is another good one from this era that shows their talents. It's fun seeing them in the early days too in how they looked and dressed, etc. So enjoy all eras of the Bee Gees...Andy looks like a younger Barry. And notice no one is plugged in either so just for a TV show, voice over, with added musicians on the side. And this is more of a solo without backup of the twins so not the normal. There are songs out there from Robin but didn't see many from Maurice.
My favorite from Mo is "Above and Beyond". "Hold her in your hand" is good too.
Note Robin playing the piano. Maurice is on guitar. People forget Robin, too, was a musician. Robin played guitar on Sgt Pepper's, film. And a few of their early songs.
Great choice Brandon. BeeGees never let you down. 👍🔥🕊️💟🙃
I know I've fallen in from behind but I'm so pleased to have found your Reaction page Harri..
I love your choice of music you play..
im sure they have a sister who was in the band for a short time when one of the twins left temporarily
Colleen Peterson-drums, Vince Melone -guitar; they were part of the 60’s Bee Gees (they were a couple of their Aussie friends). Colleen was fired and replaced and eventually Vince wanted to do other things snd he left. Later in the 70’s Alan Kendall-guitar ( he was with them up through the 2000’s) Barry joked that he has been a Bee Gee longer then all the brothers! Blu Weaver on Keyboards and synth., I forget the drummers name off the top of my head. But once they landed back in Britton they wanted to have a band and had one since.
Collin Peterson, drummer in the sixties, followed by Geoff Bridgford in the early seventies and then Dennis Bryon, from 1973 up to 1979. In 1975, Dennis, who played formerly in a band, called Amen Corner, involved his bandmate from that time, Blue Weaver, who's been arround then with Mott The Hoople, to talk with the Gibb-bros. And he did, they met on the Isle Of Man and Blue, who came in with no ambitions to be member of the Bee Gees band, so he saw himself more as a Rock'n Roller, was fascinated from the familiar atmosphere he's been included at once. The rest is musical history.
@@francisxray9900 thanks, no idea why spell check changed Patterson’s name…but oh well.. I forgot all about the interim drummer. Thanks 😊
Love the Bee Gee's
This is the Bee Gees at their finest. In the 60's . In interviews Barry states that the 60's was their 1st fame. Then the late 70's after Saturday Night Fever came out that was known as their 2nd fame. I preferred their 60's hits much better than their disco era hits.
They were a five-piece ban earlier in their career. I'm not sure when.