Let It Be Me - Betty Everett & Jerry Butler

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  • Опубликовано: 18 янв 2025

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  • @southerngirl1960
    @southerngirl1960 Год назад +249

    I'm 😭 crying... Singers these days 2024, don't write or sing songs like this anymore... For many people it might have been the good, the bad or the ugly time in their life... But Thanks to God Almighty we made it to 15 Jan 2024🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

  • @thomasdowns1117
    @thomasdowns1117 Год назад +81

    I remember when this tune came out on the radio in 1964. I was amazed at what a beautiful sound Jerry and Betty had in recording this classic love song. 60 years later it is still as rich.

    • @justinekarcher5045
      @justinekarcher5045 11 месяцев назад +1

      That's when I found out who kept playing this song, you see I was a waitress during the midnight shift and every night this song was played on the jukebox. Then I met him and we dated and got married. We was married for 24yrs 6 months and then he passed away.

    • @carolgoldfinger6381
      @carolgoldfinger6381 9 месяцев назад +1

      Beautiful music. Lovely couple.

    • @justinekarcher5045
      @justinekarcher5045 9 месяцев назад

      @@carolgoldfinger6381 Thank you Carol, that was me ,Judy Duda, Karcher

  • @darryleavenjr.2171
    @darryleavenjr.2171 11 месяцев назад +124

    I'm old school, as I'm 71 and yes i remember these beautiful love ballards. Our generation had the best love songs and the best songs to dance to . Sure a lot of singers have been called home, there music lives on.❤

  • @debradixon3222
    @debradixon3222 Год назад +96

    I just Love Jerry Butler ❤Betty still got that Beautiful Voice 😊😘🙏

  • @beverlyford3818
    @beverlyford3818 Год назад +70

    I remember my mom and dad dancing to this song RIP mom &dad love ❤️ you

  • @clapolla
    @clapolla Год назад +84

    I remember purchasing the DVD from PBS when this show aired. I purchased it because of THIS performance. It was really touching and Jerry Butler was a complete gentleman, giving so much of the spotlight to Betty. Her voice never failed her and, yes, I'd say this was THE most special moment of all your PBS specials. I've watched all of them on PBS. Thank you, TJL.

    • @solraclarkin4375
      @solraclarkin4375 Год назад +12

      Beautiful.
      So sad. They found her in retirement for this show as TJ tried to memorialize a lot of these aging oldies masters on video for us.
      This PBS show was in 2001 I believe.
      Betty passed just months later.😢😢

    • @clapolla
      @clapolla Год назад +6

      @@solraclarkin4375 TJ did a remarkable job bringing so many of these classic artists back into the spotlight (for many of them - one last time). I miss the specials he would put together for PBS.

    • @MaSTaFiaX
      @MaSTaFiaX Год назад +7

      @clapolla this was my Parents favorite song, But mine was “Walk Easy My Son” because my Dad sung this song to me when I was a kid 9 years old. Every since then I started listening to Doo-Wop on PBS in 1979

    • @HeavyHaul51
      @HeavyHaul51 9 месяцев назад +2

      This was Betty's last performance with the ICE MAN she passed soon after this Performances. They were super good Friends. Betty passed away in 2001. Jerry is 84 and lives in Chicago. In 1991 he was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame as a member of the Impressions with Curtis Mayfield and the rest of the group. As of 4/24 he hasn't been as a solo act. Also as of 4/24 Betty Everett has Not. Jerry Butlers voice was as smooth as Ice, Hence the name the "ICE MAN"

    • @barrycole6162
      @barrycole6162 6 месяцев назад

      I have just listened to 4 versions of this song, Betty &Jerry, Kenny Vance & Johnnie Maestro, Don & Phil, and Art Garfunkel & his son, can't pick the best, don't need to, love them all

  • @brilliantdiva5068
    @brilliantdiva5068 Год назад +43

    1-17-24 Ah The Ice Man Cometh and he has stayed with Betty Everette. Please bring back these soulful live songs. The world is in need.

    • @isaiahcoleman-s8u
      @isaiahcoleman-s8u 11 месяцев назад +2

      That is so true they are better than this stuff they are singing now.

    • @IanTurner-po7oi
      @IanTurner-po7oi 9 месяцев назад +1

      Amen

  • @RussellSchlegel-tc1zn
    @RussellSchlegel-tc1zn 9 месяцев назад +43

    Can't beat this, always takes me back, love these love ballads, I'm 73 now but hearing this I'm 16 again!

  • @fannyferreira7331
    @fannyferreira7331 Месяц назад +2

    My God, there's anyone there would like to dance this song under the rain or the moon with me. I'm dreaming with you.❤

  • @jim-xj4ub
    @jim-xj4ub Год назад +60

    RIP Betty. You are missed. If I remember...Betty passed away shortly after this performance.

    • @AvDominguez74
      @AvDominguez74 5 месяцев назад +4

      @@jim-xj4ub she passed a year later after this performance! She died in August 2001

    • @samcmahan6515
      @samcmahan6515 4 месяца назад

      She didn’t look well here, and I noticed graciously Jerry’s part, she sang instead ❤️one of my favorite songs and they performed it beautifully as always

  • @lisaatkins9797
    @lisaatkins9797 10 месяцев назад +40

    I’m getting chills. 2/28/24 would have been my parent’s 60th wedding anniversary. This was their song. They made it to 50 years but my mom was ill and died on March 4th 2014. My dad passed away in 2020. I miss you guys so much! Rest now I love you ❤

    • @brenelross3336
      @brenelross3336 5 месяцев назад +3

      My Mom graduated high school with Jerry Butler...Mound City H.S. 1947!

    • @amadorvalentin9586
      @amadorvalentin9586 Месяц назад +2

      😪😪😪

  • @sybilblake-zd8gl
    @sybilblake-zd8gl 11 месяцев назад +26

    I am still dreaming, can't get over those sweet old days. Lord! Have mercy.

  • @chuckebgood1
    @chuckebgood1 Год назад +80

    A magic moment captured for the ages, brings tears to my eyes it is so beautiful...

    • @josephinejohnson7548
      @josephinejohnson7548 6 месяцев назад +1

      Bring back some sweet , sour memories,bring tears to my eyes❤❤❤

  • @theoriginaldab
    @theoriginaldab 2 месяца назад +5

    The saddest part of this is she was in extreme pain during this show but didn't want to let her fans down... she passed from cancer about 2 weeks after this show for pbs was recorded ...I love the song and particularly this live version

  • @torontosdoowopmusicguy
    @torontosdoowopmusicguy Год назад +65

    What a wonderful moment in time preserved for everyone to enjoy. A great song done justice by two beautiful voices. Thanks for making it happen TJ and for sharing it with all of us.

    • @chuckpatton8600
      @chuckpatton8600 8 месяцев назад +1

      I am also 71. This song was my wedding song in 4/14/73. It was sung by our classmate, Sharon Johnson. Beautiful memories. ☆Chuck Patton☆

  • @jamesorsby7553
    @jamesorsby7553 10 месяцев назад +53

    R.I.P to the late, great Betty Everett.

  • @bigredd6684
    @bigredd6684 11 месяцев назад +61

    One of the most beautiful duets in music.❤

    • @rickmarshall18
      @rickmarshall18 10 месяцев назад +2

      It’s easy to sing such a beautiful song like this but these two hit it way out of the park. Magnificent ❤❤

  • @LorraineDiZazzo
    @LorraineDiZazzo 7 дней назад +1

    What a treat to watch these two greats!

  • @charlesedward5216
    @charlesedward5216 Год назад +32

    Thanks for this. Truly a great moment for those of us of a certain vintage.

    • @roxanne5766
      @roxanne5766 Год назад +3

      We had and still have great music and great taste 😊😊

  • @deirdreyearwood3383
    @deirdreyearwood3383 Год назад +29

    I have know of this song since childhood. Betty and Jerry sung it beautifully. What a classic tune ❤❤❤

  • @ramonagoodman3811
    @ramonagoodman3811 Год назад +25

    Beautiful song

  • @BetsyRanelli
    @BetsyRanelli 10 месяцев назад +7

    jerry held bettys hand tight through the entire song i think she was ill great stuff legions being made

  • @pj2614
    @pj2614 10 месяцев назад +33

    The best. The very best. So glad to have been born in that generation. The music now days is pure shyt.

  • @iamnottito
    @iamnottito 2 месяца назад +10

    This is one of the greatest duet and singers of all times.Fantastic songsters and song.

  • @graworth41
    @graworth41 2 месяца назад +8

    Their song just pulls all of your emotions to the top. Chills remembrance and love. ❤

  • @vodkamarie
    @vodkamarie 7 месяцев назад +28

    It does not get better than this.

  • @deborahcaesar7196
    @deborahcaesar7196 Год назад +19

    I fell in love with this song in the 8th grade. I decided then, that I wanted it at my wedding.
    I married, but no wedding! I think it’s one of the most beautiful songs ever. ❤

  • @lillianwilliams5510
    @lillianwilliams5510 10 месяцев назад +10

    I am a BABY BOOMER. THIS WAS A FAVORITE IN MY TEENAGE YEARS AND MARRIAGE.
    MANY YEARS LATER, IT STILL IS SPECIAL.
    TEACHING MY GRANDCHILDREN AND GREAT GRANDDAUGHTERS TO LISTEN TO LYRICS AND MUSIC, SO THEY WILL UNDERSTAND WHAT IS GOOD MUSIC AND NOT TRASH.

  • @stillstanding6031
    @stillstanding6031 Год назад +37

    I blieve this is Miss Everett's final performance. RIP dear Betty.

    • @conniewolf7300
      @conniewolf7300 Год назад +4

      Yes I believe you are correct.

    • @carolynharrison6987
      @carolynharrison6987 Год назад +3

      She was ill when doing that performance.

    • @stillstanding6031
      @stillstanding6031 Год назад +4

      @@carolynharrison6987 Bless her. ❤‍🩹

    • @cuffeear1
      @cuffeear1 11 месяцев назад +5

      Yes, and she passed the following year. That's why this video is so bittersweet to me. She was so nervous because she hadn't performed in many years. And she knocked it out of the box!!! Continue to RIP sweet Betty.😔🙏

    • @carolynharrison6987
      @carolynharrison6987 11 месяцев назад +2

      @@cuffeear1 yes she did! I love her performance as well.

  • @lynngray2960
    @lynngray2960 Год назад +16

    They were fantastic!!

  • @shirleytravis7828
    @shirleytravis7828 3 месяца назад +5

    I’m crying now. I’m so happy that I grew up during a time when love was celebrated and the “ woman” was the prize in the relationship.

  • @annettejamison5565
    @annettejamison5565 Год назад +17

    I miss the days when all singers could/would sing. The days when the lyrics had such meaning. Couldn't give us a better demonstration . Thank you, Betty and Jerry, and all involved. ❤

  • @kaycee5129
    @kaycee5129 25 дней назад +1

    Love this version- it brings tears to my eyes- it’s so beautiful. The best love song 🎵 ❤

  • @MarjorieFarquharson-j2j
    @MarjorieFarquharson-j2j 8 месяцев назад +16

    One of the GREATEST DUETS EVER! The INCOMPARABLE Jerry Butler & Betty Everett!!

    • @jessedylan6162
      @jessedylan6162 4 месяца назад

      Luther Vandross and Maria Carey aren't bad either.

  • @davidgoveia8613
    @davidgoveia8613 Год назад +20

    And That is a WOW.............Absolutey Beautiful

    • @Kat-ko4hj
      @Kat-ko4hj Год назад +3

      Omg ! Amazing… beautiful duet … ❤

  • @vernwhite568
    @vernwhite568 6 месяцев назад +7

    Betty passed Way just after this performance so sad she went out on top rest in peace sweet soul

  • @timmurphy9312
    @timmurphy9312 7 месяцев назад +21

    Beautiful Legends, Beautiful song ❤

  • @maryellenlukosevage
    @maryellenlukosevage 10 месяцев назад +6

    the duet of all time

  • @ruthannelackey8624
    @ruthannelackey8624 Год назад +11

    Absolutely awesome

  • @kurtbaptiste4889
    @kurtbaptiste4889 3 месяца назад +15

    Listening to the Jerry Butler & Betty Everett in 2024❤❤❤❤❤ Beautiful Rendition so pure 🙏🙏🙏

  • @mercydixon1958
    @mercydixon1958 16 дней назад +1

    Wow, just wow. beautifully done ❤❤🎉🎉 still sweet in 2025. good job excellent skills. beautifully Done. wow wow wooooooooooo wooooooooooo.

  • @anndandy9
    @anndandy9 9 месяцев назад +21

    This makes me cry. Beautiful song, what a blessing they were able to do this before Betty passed. Love to both, miss you Betty.❤

  • @andreaedwards3865
    @andreaedwards3865 7 дней назад

    Who's here listening 🎶 in 2024 never appreciate these song back in the days but now I do mighty how time fly

  • @juliehill3590
    @juliehill3590 7 месяцев назад +16

    Timeless perfection!

  • @KrisSwistak
    @KrisSwistak 4 месяца назад +6

    This song is very heart touching I'm dedicating this song to the man I have lost we been together for 24 years the day I lost him ❤❤❤❤

  • @BetsyRanelli
    @BetsyRanelli 10 месяцев назад +6

    so beautiful it brings tears to my eyes magic together

  • @isaiahcoleman-s8u
    @isaiahcoleman-s8u 10 месяцев назад +4

    they could still sing that song well, sweet song by two great people.

  • @juanitaensign8100
    @juanitaensign8100 5 месяцев назад +13

    I was 14 but my sister was 17 and played this ALOT in our bedroom so I remember this song and it makes me cry evertime I hear it its so beautiful Jerry butler voice UNREAL 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

    • @MsKmw15
      @MsKmw15 5 месяцев назад +1

      me too!!🥲

  • @lovelight...1940
    @lovelight...1940 8 месяцев назад +6

    Oh so beautifully done. They look like a pair of Angels❤❤❤❤❤I remember this song. I was a baby when it came out. I can hear my mama singing it as she did her house chores. She had a beautiful voice. She went home to be with her Father in heaven on the 27th day of December 2017. I miss her and always will remember her lovely voice singing through the house while she worked.🌹❤😇♥️ SIPP Momma! I love you always!

  • @ellisisland1374
    @ellisisland1374 Год назад +23

    Classic duet!❤🙂

  • @dooley_walker9046
    @dooley_walker9046 Год назад +19

    In 1996 I got to see a moment like this live at the Rhythm & Blues Foundation's Seventh Annual Pioneer Awards where Betty was one of the honorees. When the two of them came out on stage I almost started crying. It was definitely my favorite performance that evening, along with Bobby Womack who also was honored. Sadly, the video made was not aired on TV. So happy that this video is here for me to reminisce. Thank you.

  • @deloresboudreaux2755
    @deloresboudreaux2755 7 месяцев назад +10

    A beautiful Duet.

  • @stanleysolomon8594
    @stanleysolomon8594 5 месяцев назад +8

    Very poetic! nice and clean! no B word nor N word in those days. Thank you for sharing.

    • @MsKmw15
      @MsKmw15 5 месяцев назад +1

      Why can't kids have music in this style? Miss those days.

  • @AvDominguez74
    @AvDominguez74 Год назад +16

    I love and miss you grandma. Your only grandchild! ❤

    • @snuffleufagus9771
      @snuffleufagus9771 5 месяцев назад +1

      ((((hugs)))) 🙁

    • @clapolla
      @clapolla Месяц назад +1

      Was Betty Everett your grandma?

    • @AvDominguez74
      @AvDominguez74 Месяц назад +1

      @clapolla yes I'm her only grandchild

    • @clapolla
      @clapolla Месяц назад +1

      @@AvDominguez74 Cool. Love her music. Her classic "Shoop Shoop Song" cemented her legacy as one of the greats.

    • @AvDominguez74
      @AvDominguez74 Месяц назад

      @@clapolla thanks for being her fan!

  • @lenoraprimus1407
    @lenoraprimus1407 4 месяца назад +5

    I love this clip, Betty died less than a year after this show. I miss duets like this. No more real singers. Thanks for these precious moments.

  • @snhongo1
    @snhongo1 3 месяца назад +4

    Jerry Butler is a True treasure to the world ...👏👏

  • @cathyrivenburgh1987
    @cathyrivenburgh1987 4 месяца назад +3

    One of the best duets ever sang.No one comes even close. They put there heart and soul in this song. Beautiful.

  • @charlenecasoli4172
    @charlenecasoli4172 7 месяцев назад +13

    So beautiful ❤

    • @joycemartin7516
      @joycemartin7516 4 месяца назад

      It’s 9/8/24 in Austin, Tx! Great song and singers! I’m 75 and still rockin to the oldies🥳🎶

  • @joycemcclure9158
    @joycemcclure9158 9 месяцев назад +4

    Nice 👍 love song ❤

  • @herbertbarney1863
    @herbertbarney1863 5 месяцев назад +5

    Without a doubt, those were the good ole days.

  • @kayapene8532
    @kayapene8532 3 месяца назад +4

    Reminds me of my Grandparents 😢 my Grandmother grew her wings in 2016 and my Grandfather in 2023. I know they’re happy up yonder but it’s is down here that miss them terribly. I love you both ❤

  • @deborahjames8251
    @deborahjames8251 7 месяцев назад +11

    Such a beautiful song

  • @dawnwoodruff7358
    @dawnwoodruff7358 11 месяцев назад +5

    Brings back my happy years

  • @Noomz-of-Earl
    @Noomz-of-Earl Год назад +14

    I grew up a big fan of Chicago soul and had multiple records by these two, including their exquisite 1964 hit duet version of this Gilbert Be'caud 1950s French pop classic "Je t'appartiens" ("Let It Be Me"). With Jerry Butler I go back to "Moon River" (1961) and "Make It Easy on Yourself" (1962); with Betty Everett it was "You're No Good" 1963). This incredibly moving PBS TV performance decades later took me completely by surprise. Its back story alone is emotionally overwhelming. Notice how Betty holds on to ultimate gentleman Jerry the whole time for the strength to make it through.

    • @sulevisydanmaa9981
      @sulevisydanmaa9981 Год назад +1

      @Noomz-of-Earl DO YOU HAVE ANY TYRONE DAVIS quality footage from late 70s period w his superb and rare band ? Why dont cha release it here if so ? Just some brief excepts availbale on the forum. Suggest read the PRUTER book CHICAGO SOUL. Got any Johnny Sayles footage. Oer

    • @Noomz-of-Earl
      @Noomz-of-Earl Год назад +1

      @@sulevisydanmaa9981- Sorry, I don't have any footage (and have never posted a video). I have read the Robert Pruter book and found it enjoyable and informative.

  • @sandy6660
    @sandy6660 Год назад +12

    Love hearing them sing this beautiful song and have on DVD. They sing it the best. 🎶😍❤️

  • @barbarathomas1768
    @barbarathomas1768 10 месяцев назад +5

    This is real music ❤😂😊🎉

  • @roxanne5766
    @roxanne5766 Год назад +10

    So touching and beautiful 😊😊. Thanks TJ for bringing us memories of great music.

  • @carrienixon6663
    @carrienixon6663 11 месяцев назад +8

    That’s what I’m talking bout. A blast from the past duet. Still sounds good in 2024. Memories it is. 🩷🧡💜💚💛❤️💙🩵

  • @janownes9676
    @janownes9676 8 месяцев назад +10

    I remember this song back in the day.❤️🤙😇That love shines even in the darkness. Thanks for sharing beautiful.😻

  • @adamcompson7747
    @adamcompson7747 Год назад +11

    I Remember this Song From Your PBS Special VHS I love hearing this song Again TJ it's a really beautiful song

  • @ClaireJohnson-te4jd
    @ClaireJohnson-te4jd Год назад +7

    A song for my wedding ❤

  • @rosebolanos1541
    @rosebolanos1541 Год назад +11

    The best ever!!!

  • @marthamattocks2202
    @marthamattocks2202 Год назад +10

    Thank you,for this beautiful moment❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @roychavis5115
    @roychavis5115 6 месяцев назад +7

    The best version of this.

  • @randybad11
    @randybad11 6 месяцев назад +5

    I wish Jerry Butler was performing near where I live. DARN IT....Have always loved his singing and this is so great....RIP, Betty......

  • @timstein9779
    @timstein9779 6 месяцев назад +5

    His voice at its zenith

  • @WilliamBowling-m6q
    @WilliamBowling-m6q 5 дней назад

    I get goosebumps listening to this beautiful song. Such great talent.

  • @anthonyconcadoro6266
    @anthonyconcadoro6266 Год назад +6

    I cannot find the word s for this song,all I know is yi love it puggy

  • @ilonafrissina5617
    @ilonafrissina5617 Год назад +6

    There singing is the ultimate.❤❤❤❤

  • @hermanlaidlaw5678
    @hermanlaidlaw5678 2 месяца назад +3

    Classical stuff, will never grow old ,trust me

  • @JeannieHeck-x3e
    @JeannieHeck-x3e Год назад +6

    Beautiful

  • @barbaradorton5213
    @barbaradorton5213 Год назад +4

    So beautiful!!

  • @BetsyRanelli
    @BetsyRanelli 9 месяцев назад +2

    two of the best it doesnt get any better than this

  • @haroldsullivan8173
    @haroldsullivan8173 5 месяцев назад +4

    Wonderful

  • @gloriaking9131
    @gloriaking9131 Месяц назад +3

    Nov.27,2024, still love this song ❤

  • @patm11236
    @patm11236 10 месяцев назад +3

    This performance was beautiful.

  • @georgiamcneil1661
    @georgiamcneil1661 2 месяца назад +3

    They had beautiful voices together.🙏🏽👍🏽❤️❤️❤️❤️🤗💯

  • @gamingwithjayla312
    @gamingwithjayla312 Год назад +9

    Betty Everett! RIP

  • @TomM-kl7uc
    @TomM-kl7uc 15 дней назад

    Priceless.....SUPERSTARS! Sadly, beautiful Betty Everett passed away in 2001...R.I.P. Jerry Butler, born in 1939, in January 2025 resides in Chicago.
    Jerry Butler has done this song with other people, but with Betty Everett it's magic.

  • @phyllisadelyne5885
    @phyllisadelyne5885 8 месяцев назад +3

    One of my all-time favourites! Absolutely beautiful; soulful and passionate. They brang it!

  • @joycemcclure9158
    @joycemcclure9158 4 месяца назад +3

    Nice love song

  • @saadiqtua7461
    @saadiqtua7461 2 месяца назад +1

    This song reminds me of my grandparents. They have both grown their wings now. I get nostalgic thinking of them and the times we've shared. I know one day, somewhere and somehow I will see them again.
    RIP Nan (24-9-2016) and Pa (06-12-2023) I love you both......

  • @geraldinelapide2077
    @geraldinelapide2077 7 месяцев назад +3

    Great song n singers. Beautiful.

  • @terrygarcia897
    @terrygarcia897 Год назад +6

    God its nice to be home. Tears rolling down my cheeks. Texas

  • @joycemcclure9158
    @joycemcclure9158 6 месяцев назад +4

    Nice love ❤

  • @alicewright4888
    @alicewright4888 7 месяцев назад +4

    Always loved jerry butlers singing

  • @JudyOverbey-pz1ct
    @JudyOverbey-pz1ct 5 месяцев назад +2

    Loved them. Growing up

  • @stephaniecannon410
    @stephaniecannon410 Год назад +6

    My first time hearing this Beautiful song 🌹

  • @delmahnori1582
    @delmahnori1582 Год назад +6

    Wow I love this couple how they sing my favourite song. This is what love should be.

  • @Quitealways
    @Quitealways 11 месяцев назад +3

    Beautiful song and perfectly sung.