I vaguely, remembered this song from my youth and have recently remembered it after sad events..P.J. Your brilliant with a voice even stronger than Elvis X
I probably heard P.J.Proby thanks to Boom Radio and that was sometime in 2023 singing "Somewhere " He has a remarkable voice which lends itself to a powerful rendition of the song and for me that is more than enough.
Used to watch him on Top of the Pops in the UK. He was so different to other singers - so dramatic and this amazing song which at the time we didn't realize was from West Side Story. Still love his version of this song
Never heard of him. Elvis is my favorite. I don't count this person out as seems passionate at least. Rather than discount him I plan today to give more of a listen to his material. To each their own and enjoy music.
Worth noting that PJ Proby, when still in the States, would record demos for Elvis Presley. What happens there is that publishers or producers would record the tune to see what it would sound like were Elvis singing it. If it was good, it could be presented. Proby is actually from Texas; found fame in London; Jimmy Page (and possibly John Paul Jones) played on his early hits; and Led Zeppelin's first album was actually them back Proby on one of his.
Sad people on here commenting on his hairstyle,bollocks to that!! What a bloody amazing voice and talent. He had it all in every way that others could only dream about. Judge him on his talent!!! Wake up and smell the coffee,treasure him while we still have him!!
This is a very special song for me as my very good friend, DJ EMPEROR ROSKO played it on his BBC RADIO 1 show for PJ PROBY and me after I told him that Jim (PJ) and I were engaged.. many years ago. :)
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THANK YOU FANS! James Marcus Smith of Huntsville Texas USA is PJ real name! Im proud of my brother ! He and I would get drunk in Studio City by Sharons house BOY she would get mad at us! He told me all about the Eddie Cochran Days! WOW!
Nobody sings like PJ.You know it s him from the first note and i for one cant get enough of it.May he go on forever and bless us with that superb unique voice.
I don't want to get into any big arguments on here but I reckon some of the comments are a bit harsh. PJ was a massive star with a beautiful voice and that has absolutely nothing at all to do with the 'did he didn't he' benefits case
I don't know what you consider a "massive star" but a career total of 12 weeks in the UK Top 10 and no number 1 hits doesn't qualify. He didn't even make the top 50 after 1968. Using words like massive and legend to describe PJ Proby is even funnier than his hair.
steve FromEngland Not that it's any of YOUR business but I look at videos on youtube because it's free. You said you don't want to get into any arguments and then post YOUR opinions. Why read the comments if you don't want to know what other people think? For someone who doesn't want to argue you're doing a lot of it.
@@mltiusrenvrn but not bigger than his voice, remember great singers dont always have huge number ones...look it up..i am right..legend, no..great no, rememberable definitely
I heard somewhere his original stage name(early 60s in Texas) was "Jet Powers"...is this correct??? BTW, I still am awed by his "Somewhere" and "Focus con Proby" LPS...
PJ Proby, like the rest of us and I guess you, think, thought, he would never get old. He has and maybe you will. You comments have all the arrogance of a youth who thinks getting old is something that happens to other people. Actually the lucky ones get old. The unlucky ones die. To quote Rod Stewart "Youth is a mask, live now and live it fast" You mock the people on the oldies circuit, but they have achieved much more than you and I. Be more gracious for what will you do when you are old? Nothing? Or try to continue being you, the best you, you can be at 75. Reply ·
At 1:24, Pj makes a noise of inaudible distinction. It's as if he tries to say 'and I don't know more than this' then gives up halfway through as he realises his next line is approaching. Top quality improvisation from a musical genius.
PJ is still going strong and doing work with my dad who is an artist in the US! He’s cut several of my dads songs! Check them out! Lin Butler and PJ Proby!
At The Palomino Club IN North Hollywood PJ held my hand! I was shocked! I met Twiggy, she was fantastic! What a wild event! PJ is a SUPER STAR! Eon & Aunt Dottie & Sharon Sheely! WE LOVE PJ!
Someday Somewhere We'll find a new way of living We'll find a way of forgiving Somewhere There's a place for us Somewhere a place for us Peace and quiet and open air Wait for us somewhere There's a time for us Someday there'll be a time for us Time together with time to spare Time to learn Time to care Someday Somewhere We'll find a new way of living We'll find there's a way of forgiving Somewhere Somewhere Somewhere There's a place for us A time and a place for us Hold my hand and we're half way there Hold my hand and I'll take you there Somehow Someday Somewhere
I'm a fan,friend & collector of P.J.Proby.Not a "hoarder". I have a fantastic collection,whether it's the biggest I do not know.I am friends with other top P.J. collectors. P.J. is fine regarding money.....he does not rely on fans to subsidise him.He's got enough work coming his way.He's a WORKING LEGEND! You seem to know everything,you tell me how many P.J. shows I've attended in the last 5 years.LOL! Tell me how many P.J. magazine articles I've had published also.
Saw Jim on his uk tour in 1965 great voice an stage presence unfortunately his tour was cancelled due to his habit of bustinghis trousers fly during his performance
In the early sixties, songs from the 'West Side Story' were recorded by many artists. (a few years later, Burt Bacharach would have that effect too) But this version, coming after Proby's raucous 'Hold Me' and 'Together' rockers, was a total career change. I couldn't believe my ears! PJ, a born Texan, adopted for this 'Somewhere' recording an exaggerated British accent, and his voice went SO deep. I immediately bought his album (his second, the first one I found no earlier than the late sixties) and marveled over the fantastically arranged, big ballad song collection. Tom Jones had a hit with "With These Hands"; PJ's was much, much better! Hell, he had a better voice than Elvis! I also bought his single after "Maria", 'I apologize'. Story goes that he made it after the Trouser Split scandal... another operaic from bass to almost falsetto miracle performance! Imagine that he never had a singing coach... 60 years later, I discovered other male vocal favorites, but PJ Proby is still at the top of my list.
I once got PJ some spurs for his furry cowboy boots ge was drunk at the boars head in sta. monica CA Aunt Dottie and I pick him up then he went wild in the car! DRUNK! ha ha ha he was so cool so hip! I love wild ass PJ! what a super star! Eon Clare - Malibu with aunt dottie and cami and clay colbert! REMEMBER those times PJ?
PJ Proby and I had big fun in 1978 in Studio City Ca USA we partied with Sharon Sheely GF of Eddie Cochran I AM NOT JOKING! david john clare - wanna be songwriter age 61 in maimai usa I LOVE SHARON AND PJ PROBY & Aunt Dottie in Malibu! MY GOD PJ, what a great voice! WOW! EON Clare PS where is Bongo Wolf?
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I vaguely, remembered this song from my youth and have recently remembered it after sad events..P.J. Your brilliant with a voice even stronger than Elvis X
he always had a great voice. No comparison to the singers of today
I probably heard P.J.Proby thanks to Boom Radio and that was sometime in 2023 singing "Somewhere " He has a remarkable voice which lends itself to a powerful rendition of the song and for me that is more than enough.
Used to watch him on Top of the Pops in the UK. He was so different to other singers - so dramatic and this amazing song which at the time we didn't realize was from West Side Story. Still love his version of this song
my dear Mum loved this...someday we'll find a new way of living when humans actually start loving each other again.🕊🌌
Just an Amazing song !
This guy was brilliant the best voice of our generation
He was good in the day & I still like to listen to his music.🎉🎉
His hair is fab that was fashion then.amazing voice.l had this at my husband's funeralx
P.J.Proby....the most versatile & great singer ever! He's now 79 & still sings & looks amazing!
My husband and my favourite song, we have been married over 60 years now and it means a lot to us.
Absolutely fabulous 😊
He was as amazing with a superb voice.good night stu love youxxx
The myth, the legend, the voice... P.J.Proby. Haters need not apply.
From the musical west side story and pjp does this song to perfection
Still listening to you…
This guy has a voice second to none!! He's still going strong & begins a giant UK tour in September 2012.
No body can sing Somewhere like PG Probey brilliant xx
totally agree
Saw the guy in inverness singing 4.11 18 what a voice.dont care what he looks like he has a voice .I'm a metal fan but wow legend.
Never heard of him. Elvis is my favorite. I don't count this person out as seems passionate at least. Rather than discount him I plan today to give more of a listen to his material. To each their own and enjoy music.
Worth noting that PJ Proby, when still in the States, would record demos for Elvis Presley. What happens there is that publishers or producers would record the tune to see what it would sound like were Elvis singing it. If it was good, it could be presented.
Proby is actually from Texas; found fame in London; Jimmy Page (and possibly John Paul Jones) played on his early hits; and Led Zeppelin's first album was actually them back Proby on one of his.
What a voice!!
Sad people on here commenting on his hairstyle,bollocks to that!! What a bloody amazing voice and talent. He had it all in every way that others could only dream about. Judge him on his talent!!! Wake up and smell the coffee,treasure him while we still have him!!
fucking awful....
I presume you are talking about yourself!!
He's a pompous twat.
Please tell me this is a piss take- its bloody terrible, reminds me of Russ Abbot
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A unique talent!
that's my favorite song when I was 15 years old is very beautiful words
hand to the ear to make sure he is miming in tune, what a star
This is a very special song for me as my very good friend, DJ EMPEROR ROSKO played it on his BBC RADIO 1 show for PJ PROBY and me after I told him that Jim (PJ) and I were engaged.. many years ago. :)
Wow not heard Emperor Rosko's name for some time.
He is worth more than his fugal viewings..XXX
Greatest male voice ever in the history of pop music.Proby is certainly "Unforgettable".He's still going strong by the way!!!
scott walker had best voice but pjs great as well
Lovef this man since l was 13 years old, still do, xx
he is a great showman and people like him still all the negative comments on here are shit ! keep going Jim
I heard this song this morning and took me back to the 60s, I loved this man so much!!
Was one of my favorates. ....takes me back to my youth ...really enjoyed thank you
A hairstyle from the deep south! Forget about it , the voice is superb. Icon
Unique and superlative voce
that's my favorite song very nice words that
Still Beautiful....❤️
Amazing singer & what happened to PJ.
One or the best lost track of him now I’m happy I have found him good singer for sure
PJ had no singing lessons but his voice was amazing. 🌹
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The first single I ever bought, played it over and over.
A NUMBER ONE HIT IN THE SIXTIES/ I BELIEVE HE DOUBLED FOR ELVIS IN ONE OF HIS FILMS
THANK YOU FANS! James Marcus Smith of Huntsville Texas USA is PJ real name!
Im proud of my brother ! He and I would get drunk in Studio City by Sharons house BOY she would get mad at us! He told me all about the Eddie Cochran Days! WOW!
I believe Pj Proby still entertaining in and around England He is 85 and I suspect still in fine voice Wow!
What a voice. Brilliant, or what?
Nothing wrong with his hair it was fashion amazing voicex
He actually sang. Now they screech in a demented way.
Going to see him in the UK 2022
80 and still singing...
great voice!
Nobody sings like PJ.You know it s him from the first note and i for one cant get enough of it.May he go on forever and bless us with that superb unique voice.
Great oldie i like ti listen to them all. Over. 70 yrs old now so i remember.
what a voice
I don't want to get into any big arguments on here but I reckon some of the comments are a bit harsh. PJ was a massive star with a beautiful voice and that has absolutely nothing at all to do with the 'did he didn't he' benefits case
I don't know what you consider a "massive star" but a career total of 12 weeks in the UK Top 10 and no number 1 hits doesn't qualify. He didn't even make the top 50 after 1968. Using words like massive and legend to describe PJ Proby is even funnier than his hair.
mltiusrenvrn Each to his own. But why are you looking at this video then? You obviously don't like the guy so whats the deal?
steve FromEngland Not that it's any of YOUR business but I look at videos on youtube because it's free. You said you don't want to get into any arguments and then post YOUR opinions. Why read the comments if you don't want to know what other people think? For someone who doesn't want to argue you're doing a lot of it.
Well said Steve
@@mltiusrenvrn but not bigger than his voice, remember great singers dont always have huge number ones...look it up..i am right..legend, no..great no, rememberable definitely
Amazing
I heard somewhere his original stage name(early 60s in Texas) was "Jet Powers"...is this correct??? BTW, I still am awed by his "Somewhere" and "Focus con Proby" LPS...
Yes he did go under the name Jett Powers for a while but before that he also went under the name Orville Woods
PJ Proby, like the rest of us and I guess you, think, thought, he would never get old. He has and maybe you will. You comments have all the arrogance of a youth who thinks getting old is something that happens to other people. Actually the lucky ones get old. The unlucky ones die. To quote Rod Stewart "Youth is a mask, live now and live it fast" You mock the people on the oldies circuit, but they have achieved much more than you and I. Be more gracious for what will you do when you are old? Nothing? Or try to continue being you, the best you, you can be at 75.
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Makes me emotional buetefull voice
He knew how to split his trousers more than once
At 1:24, Pj makes a noise of inaudible distinction. It's as if he tries to say 'and I don't know more than this' then gives up halfway through as he realises his next line is approaching. Top quality improvisation from a musical genius.
there is always a place for us where we can be together
Wishing you a very happy 85th birthday today
Great voice
PJ is still going strong and doing work with my dad who is an artist in the US! He’s cut several of my dads songs! Check them out! Lin Butler and PJ Proby!
I was there, along with many others, when his over pants split! I did not scream.
At The Palomino Club IN North Hollywood PJ held my hand! I was shocked! I met Twiggy, she was fantastic! What a wild event! PJ is a SUPER STAR! Eon & Aunt Dottie & Sharon Sheely! WE LOVE PJ!
He invited my friend Kathy and me to a party at his home in Hollywood after one of his shows, when we were only 15 & 16! Yikes!
first time I have heard him very good
To Stewart till we meet again.x
Someday
Somewhere
We'll find a new way of living
We'll find a way of forgiving
Somewhere
There's a place for us
Somewhere a place for us
Peace and quiet and open air
Wait for us somewhere
There's a time for us
Someday there'll be a time for us
Time together with time to spare
Time to learn
Time to care
Someday
Somewhere
We'll find a new way of living
We'll find there's a way of forgiving
Somewhere
Somewhere
Somewhere
There's a place for us
A time and a place for us
Hold my hand and we're half way there
Hold my hand and I'll take you there
Somehow
Someday
Somewhere
What a voice, definittily a male voice ! Start to love this guy !
P.J. Proby had only one charting single in Ireland, "Hold Me," which peaked at Number 10 in the charts there in 1964.
vestiphobe, P.J. Proby's version of "Together" peaked at Number 8 in the UK.
I agree with you there, vestiphobe. Connie Francis' 1961 version peaked at Number 6 in both the UK and the US.
Somewhere a great record
I'm a fan,friend & collector of P.J.Proby.Not a "hoarder". I have a fantastic collection,whether it's the biggest I do not know.I am friends with other top P.J. collectors. P.J. is fine regarding money.....he does not rely on fans to subsidise him.He's got enough work coming his way.He's a WORKING LEGEND! You seem to know everything,you tell me how many P.J. shows I've attended in the last 5 years.LOL! Tell me how many P.J. magazine articles I've had published also.
I can remember that he had spit his trousers while singing at a concert good song
Maureen Staniforth I remember that
P J Proby the greatest.
He is 81 now still singing
The Kings little bro.
legend
Pj I adore you xxx
he was one talent
wondermooi uit onze tijd!
Saw Jim on his uk tour in 1965 great voice an stage presence unfortunately his tour was cancelled due to his habit of bustinghis trousers fly during his performance
great song , and great voice , and still singing wow , mr cool .
Only One!
Love him xxxxx
Superb voice. Should be spoken about in the same breath as Elvis. Posterity will view him very generously.
Too, too good...
Great
In the early sixties, songs from the 'West Side Story' were recorded by many artists. (a few years later, Burt Bacharach would have that effect too) But this version, coming after Proby's raucous 'Hold Me' and 'Together' rockers, was a total career change. I couldn't believe my ears! PJ, a born Texan, adopted for this 'Somewhere' recording an exaggerated British accent, and his voice went SO deep. I immediately bought his album (his second, the first one I found no earlier than the late sixties) and marveled over the fantastically arranged, big ballad song collection. Tom Jones had a hit with "With These Hands"; PJ's was much, much better! Hell, he had a better voice than Elvis!
I also bought his single after "Maria", 'I apologize'. Story goes that he made it after the Trouser Split scandal... another operaic from bass to almost falsetto miracle performance! Imagine that he never had a singing coach...
60 years later, I discovered other male vocal favorites, but PJ Proby is still at the top of my list.
coming to UK.2016.
Good
He's got his best Elvis-voice going for him. The late 60s and the 70s were so commical with all the 'straights' trying to put on the hippie look.
PJ PROBY came to the Mecca in 1973 and he was a diva , tiny man with really big wants , he carried a gun
and I did not hang around..
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♥️♥️♥️🌟✨
i'm here by johnny angelo !
Ah ! The Chip shop song 'There's a Plaice for us'. ha,ha,ha.
He puts his heart and sole in this 😊
I'd like to see him do Vincent, by Don MacLean, that would be the ultimate Pub singer performance,
Ouvi essa num CD de músicas românticas, descobri pelo app Shazam
you wont hear a better version
I once got PJ some spurs for his furry cowboy boots ge was drunk at the boars head in sta. monica CA Aunt Dottie and I pick him up then he went wild in the car! DRUNK!
ha ha ha he was so cool so hip! I love wild ass PJ! what a super star! Eon Clare - Malibu with aunt dottie and cami and clay colbert! REMEMBER those times PJ?
PJ Proby and I had big fun in 1978 in Studio City Ca USA we partied with Sharon Sheely GF of Eddie Cochran I AM NOT JOKING! david john clare - wanna be songwriter age 61 in maimai usa I LOVE SHARON AND PJ PROBY & Aunt Dottie in Malibu! MY GOD PJ, what a great voice! WOW! EON Clare PS where is Bongo Wolf?
+David John Clare What I´ve heard is he still around. Where is Dottie Harmony now (Dorothy Culbert) no contact with P.J. anymore ??
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