El DeBarge Talks "Rhythm of the Night," Maintaining His Voice and Upcoming Show in Anaheim

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  • Опубликовано: 30 авг 2017
  • Iconic R&B singer El DeBarge talks about his 1983 hit song "Rhythm of the Night" and tells us how he maintains his voice after all these years.
    He also talks about his upcoming show at Pearson Park Amphitheater in Anaheim on September 9th. For tickets to see him perform live, visit HomeTicketBox.com.
    This segment aired on the KTLA 5 Morning News on Wednesday, August 30, 2017.
    This post was corrected after only a small portion of the interview was shared.

Комментарии • 549

  • @loyauhl
    @loyauhl 6 лет назад +510

    this man is 56 years old...... 56!!! he looks amazing

    • @tinatiller3371
      @tinatiller3371 5 лет назад +6

      Its called hair color. He needs to stop chewing that gum. He really made a mess of his life and career with those drugs. Sad!

    • @stephanies8122
      @stephanies8122 5 лет назад +25

      😵 He looks younger than anyone

    • @Michelle-pn9xt
      @Michelle-pn9xt 5 лет назад +6

      He was not 56 years old here.

    • @gwendolynhall2573
      @gwendolynhall2573 5 лет назад +5

      Yesmy baby look good for his age

    • @gwendolynhall2573
      @gwendolynhall2573 5 лет назад +28

      I dont care if he was on drugs i love my baby eldebarge i don't look at his pass i look at his music what in his heart people need too leaving el debarge along and his family i love my baby el debarge

  • @wtf8020
    @wtf8020 6 лет назад +278

    you just cant help but wish the very best for him...

    • @michmex220
      @michmex220 3 года назад +7

      This is so true!! Yes ! And I wish him the same with all my heart ❤️

    • @lovingatlanta
      @lovingatlanta 2 года назад +4

      👍⭐️🤩🙏💝Agreed. I don’t know exactly what happened to cause him for fall off the charts but I wish him the absolute best. Anybody with 12 kids have to be a loving person. He just seems to be a genuine loving kindhearted person. I hope all of his kids feel loved by him. 🙏🙏🙏💝💝💝

  • @gial.1854
    @gial.1854 6 лет назад +223

    His voice is still phenomenal, & he still looks great and very humble.

  • @jazzymoni7750
    @jazzymoni7750 5 лет назад +112

    I love when you can tell that the interviewer has so much respect for the artist. You can tell he was genuinely excited and studied up. He also did his best to make El, who is clearly very introverted, feel comfortable. This was good vibes. I wish him success and the ability to regain all that has been lost. I can still see his pain, but anything is possible with faith.

    • @bbrown333
      @bbrown333 3 года назад +4

      I felt that too.

    • @elijahhill6602
      @elijahhill6602 Год назад

      The bigger and closer the fan you are, the more respect you promise to give that guest and study for it.

  • @AuntyKinu
    @AuntyKinu 5 лет назад +201

    Someone said he looks like Clark Gable and he sure does.

    • @rogers5622
      @rogers5622 5 лет назад +15

      AuntyKinu yes..the called him The Black Clark on the cover of Ebony😊

    • @Tiberius291
      @Tiberius291 5 лет назад +4

      Frankly my dear, I don't give a damn.

    • @AuntyKinu
      @AuntyKinu 5 лет назад +8

      @@Tiberius291 As God is my witness, I'll never go back and forth with trolls again. The End...... cue theme song.

    • @sherenay3109
      @sherenay3109 5 лет назад +3

      Yes, I thought I was the only one who thought that.

    • @chaideelove1819
      @chaideelove1819 5 лет назад +2

      He does...

  • @donnabanks7656
    @donnabanks7656 5 лет назад +147

    I am hoping nothing but health and success for El and his family. They have been through so much. Remember there is always hope.

    • @fcrawford8615
      @fcrawford8615 5 лет назад +1

      Yes!

    • @kandikane923
      @kandikane923 4 года назад +7

      yes their white father put them through hell! Read Tommy Debarges book There’ll Never Be, A story of forgiveness..so compelling and heart wrenching.

    • @jeneenbuchanan8891
      @jeneenbuchanan8891 3 года назад +1

      Absolutely, Amen 🙏👍

  • @LynRuiz
    @LynRuiz 6 лет назад +85

    Oh my goodness he’s still handsome!! His hairline is still luscious and full.

  • @risaandjesus
    @risaandjesus 6 лет назад +84

    I'm glad his voice is so maintained!!!!!! His voice is golden! His looks as well..... love his wisdom and humbleness!!!!!!!

    • @juliedavis7445
      @juliedavis7445 4 года назад +5

      Yes he looks and sounds amazing considering all he's been through. I hope he stays with us for a long time

    • @theycallmeflaco
      @theycallmeflaco 11 месяцев назад

      Genetics wow

  • @KennettaXMoon
    @KennettaXMoon 5 лет назад +49

    I love you unconditionally since i was 12. I am 48 going on 49 now. And i will never lose love for you, EL! I pray you peace, love and respect!💕

  • @diannamarie837
    @diannamarie837 6 лет назад +128

    Wow, this man still looks gorgeous, he's in amazing shape for his 50's! I'm thrilled his vocals are still so clear and beautiful...always loved "Rhythym of the Night"

  • @itsjusme6447
    @itsjusme6447 5 лет назад +96

    I sense a little shyness... With his fine self ❤️ I love you El!!!!!!! My favorite song is "Second Chance..." ❤️❤️❤️

    • @rogers5622
      @rogers5622 5 лет назад +2

      Let'sgo Crazy agree about the shyness..from what his family says I think he is off stage.😊

    • @artiswilkins306
      @artiswilkins306 5 лет назад +1

      Let'sgo Crazy I love El-but he’s not shy. How is someone shy when he has 10 to 12 kids. One vid said that he had 14 kids. In a different vid, Bunny said that El had his 1st baby @ 14. That is not a shy person. Shy-🤣🤣🤣Not

    • @jaygon9272
      @jaygon9272 5 лет назад +2

      Artis Wilkins prob anxiety induced by long term drug abuse.

    • @aGwEENapple
      @aGwEENapple 4 года назад +2

      @@artiswilkins306 He's probably just more comfortable around certain people.

  • @migatron1
    @migatron1 6 лет назад +111

    I want to look this good at his age

    • @Felix-M.
      @Felix-M. 3 года назад

      Stay thin ... Good eating and cardio .

  • @citygirlingraham
    @citygirlingraham 3 года назад +35

    El De barge is a icon and he deserves every blessing and I hope he gets gigs all the time. I’m glad he still gets gets the love and respect he deserves.

  • @lhawkins40
    @lhawkins40 5 лет назад +48

    I am still crushing on El. Still looking handsome as ever😍

  • @Hibiol-of-my-decay
    @Hibiol-of-my-decay 6 лет назад +208

    Ok. I'll start drinking more water

  • @FacheChanteDeux
    @FacheChanteDeux 5 лет назад +33

    Bless him. I never knew he had been through so much until recently. I hope he lives a good life going forward.

  • @QKJM19
    @QKJM19 6 лет назад +111

    He still fine💖😘😍

  • @jerbojones
    @jerbojones 5 лет назад +30

    See yhis was a good interview! They didn't bring up his drug problems like when he was on The View. They just talked about him and his music. Great job guys on not having him on there and recognizing his talent instead of his past drug problems.

    • @Diving4pearls81
      @Diving4pearls81 3 года назад +3

      Facts! 🙌🏾

    • @winniejohnson5559
      @winniejohnson5559 3 года назад +3

      👏👏👏👏

    • @roxannemiller6961
      @roxannemiller6961 Год назад

      Amen, just recognize his amazing singing talent.

    • @cherylfernando518
      @cherylfernando518 Год назад

      He is the 1st to admit to his drug addiction. and prison time . A lot of folks can learn from him, he is much graced!!

  • @Zach-sx8cm
    @Zach-sx8cm 5 лет назад +20

    DeBarge had some REALLY, REALLY good music. its rare to have so much talent AND such amazing music at the same time. and they were consistent too. there is something special about them and it shows with how much we love to see El

  • @TheRuby13red
    @TheRuby13red 6 лет назад +50

    He wore that red suit.

  • @bsquared4604
    @bsquared4604 5 лет назад +24

    I love their enthusiasm for him

  • @danny71966
    @danny71966 5 лет назад +19

    That 80's hit, Rhythm of the Night, was so beautiful that I still playing it every day...

  • @mel-a-nin
    @mel-a-nin 7 лет назад +153

    Very handsome guy. Always been slim. Nothing wrong with him here. You guys are reaching with these comments.

  • @jackgadiano9405
    @jackgadiano9405 5 лет назад +32

    Man he is smooth even when speaking!

  • @zaharaazure73
    @zaharaazure73 6 лет назад +150

    El has beautiful hair😍💓

  • @ohheybih
    @ohheybih 6 лет назад +75

    He looks healthy. 🙏🏾

  • @Spiritualchick82
    @Spiritualchick82 6 лет назад +57

    Wow, he looks Awesome! So youthful and as always, Very Handsome.

  • @tricia1114
    @tricia1114 6 лет назад +51

    Very handsome El Debarge!😍

  • @MsMatten9322
    @MsMatten9322 6 лет назад +128

    He is so cute to me, skinny and all, I just like this man.

    • @Ianisatool
      @Ianisatool 6 лет назад +14

      priscilla chambliss he is very cute

    • @trendygirl3489
      @trendygirl3489 5 лет назад +13

      I agree! I’ve had a crush on El since 1983.

    • @chaideelove1819
      @chaideelove1819 5 лет назад +4

      He is a good looking skip...Lol...

  • @christopherwoods891
    @christopherwoods891 3 года назад +10

    All of Debarge got that IT factor. Black, Indian, French mix. One of my favorite artist of all time.

  • @pythomas29
    @pythomas29 4 года назад +16

    He looks and still sounds amazing!!! His spirit is still strong! I feel so terrible for the pain that this family has endured, but he is a WALKING TESTIMONY!!!
    I’m of darker skin tone, but I drink ALOT of water!! Just like El said, so much you can’t sleep at night! I even drink water out of a wine glass at night! Lol! I always have a gallon by my bed at night and 5 8! The garage! I LOVE water!
    It’s incredible how many singers and entertainers are shy, but when that music plays, a alter ego comes out and we are blessed to hear their gifts!! He has a soft voice like Michael Jackson!

  • @Biblicalgiants
    @Biblicalgiants 5 лет назад +17

    God bless El DeBarge! It's great to know he's still around and doing well!

  • @rhdtv2002
    @rhdtv2002 5 лет назад +65

    These guys had that Puerto Rican look

    • @wileyjohnson5681
      @wileyjohnson5681 3 года назад +8

      White French dad and black mother

    • @wileyjohnson5681
      @wileyjohnson5681 3 года назад +3

      I guess Paris feels that connection with El Debarge since his dad is of French descent.

    • @jeneenbuchanan8891
      @jeneenbuchanan8891 3 года назад +3

      When I first 👀 him & his siblings back in the early 80s, thought they were half Latinos/Indians/African/& Caucasian. I was half right & wrong but then again it's good to check your ancestry. 👍

    • @devyhnwiggins5589
      @devyhnwiggins5589 3 года назад

      I thought they were Puerto rican to

    • @JasShanelle
      @JasShanelle 3 года назад +1

      They were the original “pretty ricky/ Rico Suave” all of them Debarge brothers were fine

  • @shellyg7598
    @shellyg7598 3 года назад +8

    I will stand in line for an El DeBarge concert anytime anywhere.

  • @AshTheDuke
    @AshTheDuke 6 лет назад +38

    His voice is smooth

  • @georgiaj5301
    @georgiaj5301 3 года назад +10

    What a talented, humble man. I pray the best in life for him.

  • @vanxl9
    @vanxl9 5 лет назад +20

    A legend definitely. He definitely is like a twin of his legendary older brother the late Bobby Debarge

  • @aaline02
    @aaline02 5 лет назад +18

    El Dabarge is still the man! I love him.

  • @MrMaxismybaby
    @MrMaxismybaby 6 лет назад +94

    His speaking voice is similar to his brother, Bobby, but deeper.

    • @prerog9585
      @prerog9585 6 лет назад +7

      His voice is better than Bobby's.

    • @kmauryo
      @kmauryo 6 лет назад +2

      Horrible hairstyle for a straight man

    • @josevasquez4080
      @josevasquez4080 6 лет назад +10

      he outlived bobby plus as you get older your voice thickens and deepens.

    • @kitkatt430
      @kitkatt430 5 лет назад +3

      @@prerog9585 not to me because they sound so similar

    • @shortlilma125
      @shortlilma125 5 лет назад +5

      K. Ma. Did you forget that his mom is black and his dad was a white. His hair may just be naturally like that. Either way, it works for him.

  • @LaCheleWallace
    @LaCheleWallace 7 лет назад +52

    Go 'head, Uncle El. You look good and you can still sang. God bless. Be well.

  • @btywithin
    @btywithin 5 лет назад +82

    That damn hair!!! 🤤😍

  • @michellm371
    @michellm371 3 года назад +7

    I hope to see more of him. He’s still got it and then some, especially for his age. He looks good. He’s killing me with that hair and just his speaking voice. Good luck to him in the future.

  • @chaisroom6631
    @chaisroom6631 5 лет назад +14

    You can tell he is so shy...

  • @OGomez-vw6xj
    @OGomez-vw6xj 6 лет назад +51

    Everything he did with dj quik was 🔥

    • @homecookteresagreen
      @homecookteresagreen 5 лет назад +2

      What did he do with DJ Quik

    • @romonarucker3405
      @romonarucker3405 4 года назад +1

      Yeah he did a song with dj quik it was about all about the (v) it was 🔥 the part El did i kept going back too here what he was singing. All i can say yesssssss babyyy look it up .he one sexy man.

    • @Diving4pearls81
      @Diving4pearls81 3 года назад +1

      @@homecookteresagreen You betta youtube it. You missing out lol

    • @TrumanStalls18
      @TrumanStalls18 3 года назад +1

      Yup!

  • @opethdan2408
    @opethdan2408 3 года назад +9

    He still looks great! Love him

  • @AfroJuku
    @AfroJuku 7 лет назад +43

    Loving the hair, El!! I'm rooting for you!!💜

  • @elysehenderson7170
    @elysehenderson7170 7 лет назад +26

    Glad Eldra is healthy and looking great. Supporting HTown. Come on over here! God bless.

  • @ibukayov
    @ibukayov 3 года назад +6

    Why is El so cute! Oh my goodness 😫😍😍❤️

  • @valenciawallace1726
    @valenciawallace1726 7 лет назад +56

    Folks talkin on these postings that they have a problem with El looking not well. Huh... he's GORGEOUS! We're used to him dressed for the stage, instead of a shirt showing support for the Hurricane efforts. I love the longer hair too! Let's keep positive vibes going his way... he doesn't need the negative ones! 50's LOOK GOOD ON YA EL!!!!

    • @sherrisolomon8673
      @sherrisolomon8673 6 лет назад +2

      Niesha McCoy He just need him one of them hefty Down South or Caribbean woma n to fatten him up wit some EXTRA food. lol!

    • @nieshamccoy9419
      @nieshamccoy9419 6 лет назад +1

      Sherri Solomon 😅😅😅 Lol..

    • @nieshamccoy9419
      @nieshamccoy9419 6 лет назад +3

      Valencia Wallace El is naturally skinny but it's all good.

    • @AndromedonThanks
      @AndromedonThanks 6 лет назад +1

      Some of us are just worried. We know how that addiction demon is.

    • @thanddi
      @thanddi 5 лет назад +1

      @@AndromedonThanksRight. I was shocked to see him looking like this. :-(

  • @richalex6785
    @richalex6785 3 года назад +4

    He looks great. You can see that he is sober in this interview. I’m so happy for him.

  • @thequeenofhope4006
    @thequeenofhope4006 4 года назад +7

    He’s come so far your fans truly love you El!

  • @glampreda3803
    @glampreda3803 2 года назад +4

    I wish El Debarge and his family the very best. He and his family have been through Soooo much tragedy. I wish he and his family nuttin' but love and success.

  • @NinjaDash360
    @NinjaDash360 5 лет назад +10

    I'm glad he's doing better, he looks great!

  • @jocelyndriver7228
    @jocelyndriver7228 6 лет назад +30

    You are so damn fine! Still looking good sweetie! DeBarge the best of 1980's!😘❤️

  • @kingmont5839
    @kingmont5839 2 года назад +5

    Wow el seems like a real nice dude..GOD BLESS HIM🙏🏽

  • @wendileona
    @wendileona 6 лет назад +32

    The constant water consumption must also help his looks, cleanses impurities, keeps the skin hydrated, kidneys running top notch which regulates blood pressure, etc. if you're ever in the hospital and they pump you with intravenous-rehydration liquid, especially after a few days, trust me your skin will baby soft any blemishes, erased! Anyway, El should of added staying away from smoking, smoking anything that is, AND watch your diet because of acid reflux, which can damage and scar the vocal chords. Also, I think maintaining the voice is constant singing, keeping those vocal chords and other neck and throat muscles in top form to keep hitting those high notes etc. is important as well. I agree, seeing that video also takes me back to a wonderful time in Hollywood, Sunset Blvd before all the over development, it really was like that! Great interview, class act El Debarge!
    .::Gary

  • @katriceshaw-charles249
    @katriceshaw-charles249 5 лет назад +11

    He ain’t that shy ☺️ the guy has 12 kids 🤣 Love me some DeBarge, especially Chico 😘

  • @smackinbaits6693
    @smackinbaits6693 6 лет назад +31

    The 'stache is immortal...

    • @dapatman9827
      @dapatman9827 6 лет назад +1

      DILLI GAF He could be Dr. Strange

  • @annettejenkins383
    @annettejenkins383 6 лет назад +22

    I still love this guy.

  • @mysticakhenaton1701
    @mysticakhenaton1701 10 месяцев назад +1

    THANK YOU/KTLA 5 for having my boy EL DEBARGE on. a music legend.

  • @MajorWednesday
    @MajorWednesday 5 лет назад +5

    Great interview. Love that it focused on the positive. El looks great, and thank god for that.

  • @kishajenkins8542
    @kishajenkins8542 7 лет назад +36

    Looking good El 😊

  • @michellerichards9948
    @michellerichards9948 6 лет назад +20

    You Have A Beautiful spirit Your Eyes are Very Caring❤

  • @TruthSayer2007
    @TruthSayer2007 5 лет назад +4

    He looks the same, amazing guy as he did 20 years ago AND he’s still humble. Love my generation 🥰

  • @brendarobinson1656
    @brendarobinson1656 7 лет назад +31

    Love him!

  • @lisagiles
    @lisagiles 5 лет назад +7

    That's one good looking man....

  • @PhuckHue2
    @PhuckHue2 5 лет назад +6

    Incredible talent. glad he's still here

  • @kennettabradford6566
    @kennettabradford6566 2 года назад +4

    El is a fine as hell 😍

  • @XxBabyGurlLovexX
    @XxBabyGurlLovexX 5 лет назад +5

    The man is still beautiful and very healthy! Love his speaking voice 😍❤❤

  • @thewill7266
    @thewill7266 3 года назад +4

    EL is always surrounded by his Ancestors. We love him !!!!!

  • @because0011
    @because0011 5 лет назад +8

    El is still so adorable may god bless him

  • @thnxrj2
    @thnxrj2 6 лет назад +15

    We LOVE El!!!

  • @kupanapay837
    @kupanapay837 4 года назад +4

    One of timeless singers i was born in 1988 but i love his songs

  • @lmckinney4303
    @lmckinney4303 5 лет назад +8

    Much Respect to El✊❤

  • @birchmahogany2718
    @birchmahogany2718 5 лет назад +6

    God bless the DeBarge family and keep them safe and strong.

  • @Annabee399
    @Annabee399 5 лет назад +5

    Sounding, looking good and healthy. God bless you El!

  • @juliejewels9208
    @juliejewels9208 3 года назад +5

    I love his voice. Always have always will.

  • @pinkcashmere573
    @pinkcashmere573 5 лет назад +7

    He stays gorgeous

  • @omeccaasep8045
    @omeccaasep8045 5 лет назад +6

    Love you El Debarge, you are such a beautiful soul!!!❤❤❤

  • @strauqq1
    @strauqq1 6 лет назад +11

    Good questions and interview.

  • @ShawnieASMR
    @ShawnieASMR 6 лет назад +17

    Let me tell ya'll something! If I were there at that concert seeing El in that shiny red outfit, I would have been watching from the floor and folk would be picking me up off the floor or walking over me. I can only watch him on tv or the computer. I would not be able to take a concert. LOL!! No way.

  • @elizabethgalligan1805
    @elizabethgalligan1805 3 года назад +2

    Wow. Great interview . Good to see him looking so well😊😍👏

  • @menaj2954
    @menaj2954 6 лет назад +5

    This beautiful man is a classic even with all his troubles his looks and voice has maintained. God bless the debate family. Someone do a movie this will be a great story on this family.

  • @antoineturner1606
    @antoineturner1606 5 лет назад +13

    Im DEFINITELY gonna start drinking more water...

  • @Sean-me4fv
    @Sean-me4fv 6 лет назад +12

    Such a nice guy

  • @lucyvazquez3026
    @lucyvazquez3026 2 года назад +3

    He's so talented and SO Handsome ♡

  • @fcrawford8615
    @fcrawford8615 5 лет назад +3

    Wow! I love love love El! I grew up listening to his beautiful voice and beautiful music/lyrics. I'm so happy to see he is well. I purchased Second Chance a while ago and it is amazing! El's incredible vocal skills still give me goosebumps inciting my imagination that he is singing to me and me only! 😂 Which one of us ladies did not do this? LOVE You El Forever! 🌹🌹🌹🌹

  • @musiclover4ever854
    @musiclover4ever854 6 лет назад +17

    @KTLA 5 The song "Rhythm of the Night" was not released in 1983, it was released in 1985.

  • @troyarrington5485
    @troyarrington5485 4 года назад +4

    A legend!!

  • @sunflowerpwr.8821
    @sunflowerpwr.8821 5 лет назад +3

    beautiful person and is still touring that is a blessing given all their challenges...respect

  • @traceyg.1690
    @traceyg.1690 4 года назад +3

    EL is truly one of God's beautiful Blessings🙏🙏. I love him so much💖💞💋 God Bless you Always EL🙏💖💞💋

  • @naturalkinkycurlymarie7496
    @naturalkinkycurlymarie7496 5 лет назад +4

    This was only 1-1/2yrs ago, he looks good!
    Yes, drinking lots and lots and lots of water is very beneficial to the body.

  • @katrinaevans9133
    @katrinaevans9133 3 года назад +3

    I love me some El Debarge he is still so fine!!!!

  • @aurorabirchfall4554
    @aurorabirchfall4554 6 лет назад +8

    Looking great!!!

  • @clbzone
    @clbzone 3 года назад +2

    Gorgeous. He's my favorite DeBarge. 🎵💃🕺❤💯🎵

  • @riansfn5380
    @riansfn5380 3 года назад +3

    He a badass

  • @lisat-wright99
    @lisat-wright99 5 лет назад

    I love that he is still slight of build--so cute! Tbh, when I saw the thumbnail, I thought we were going waaaay back. I'm 2 years younger than Sir El. He's definitely keeping it right!! 😍😍😍

  • @starlisejun.from.1799
    @starlisejun.from.1799 4 года назад +2

    Omg how does he look so goooddd to be that old

  • @exploregreer1048
    @exploregreer1048 5 лет назад +2

    Looking great El. Refreshed.♥️♥️♥️

  • @andrewsmith1784
    @andrewsmith1784 5 лет назад +4

    True legend, an icon!