What Makes This Song Great? "Don't Stop Believin'" JOURNEY
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- Опубликовано: 21 июн 2019
- In this episode of "What Makes This Song Great? Ep.69" we explore the music of JOURNEY.
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If Rick Beato isn't the coolest guy alive, I don't know who is. These shows are phenomenal. Talk about going down a rabbit hole - I could watch these all day!
During this pandemic stint in "unemployment", I feel (almost) guilty for enjoying at least 2 of these vids per day now! This has become the Summer of Beato!
I love all the mechanics of the music broken down and explained. I can't stop believing. . . I mean watching.
Beautifully put man !
I'm on hour 5 today.
100% agree.
The first guitar solo ( 8:52 ) is "the midnight train." Neil is painting us a picture of a train with the guitar. The harmonic is the locomotive engine releasing steam. The four repeating notes is the "clickity-clack" of the train, which gets faster, and ends with the horn, "Whoooooo..."
I LOVE this comment!
Guitarburt How have I missed that for all of these years?
That's an awesome observation and like most of us I completely missed it's significance. Thank you!
Right On
Great comment!
I always wondered about that, especially how it speeds up out of tempo, which is pretty unusual in rock...makes perfect sense now!
Steve's vocal presence is amazing, unique tones, he had a special voice that made the band shine.
Agree. And that is why I am surprised that Rick Beato did not speak overtly about Steve Perry's singing and vocal clarity. Those two things were a big part of this band's success and I think this is the only Journey song that is covered in Beato's series. He demonstrates his appreciation for the singing and vocal sound throughout, but he never actually mentions Steve Perry's name.
@@Markothunder I saw Journey live in concert back sometime in 2020, I was one of those people who was doubting whether or not they would *really* sound like Journey since Steve Perry left, but I got to say that Arnel Pineda is genuinely incredible with how similar he sounds and sings compared to Steve Perry. I was astonished because he was that good in concert.
Steve Perry's vocals isolated are an ear-gasm.
^ This. The vast majority of pop/rock singers, *especially* today, would sound like absolute crap if they weren't buried in over-produced, wall-of-sound music.
@@danbale4160 and autotuned to oblivion.
He has such a beautiful, pure voice with just enough rasp to it to give him that perfect rock sound. Just gorgeous.
Dayum....you took the words right out of my mouth.
YES....Steve Perry is like adding the BEST musical instrument of all time to a symphonic orchestra !
“No Johnny, don’t stop believing”
I almost broke down in tears.
Think about it. A son asking his dad for advice. A father giving his son the encouragement to pursue his dream...with a poetic line that becomes the inspiration for a song that’s now a classic. Great story.
it's almost too great if you know what I mean. I'm not sayin' I'm... hehe... not believin'... but yeah, sometimes these stories are little too perfecto
Right...?
absolutely awesome and poignant little " liner note" only Rick could deliver all these years later!!
fukin' Love me some Beato!
I wish my dad sayd one time "No boy, don´t stop believing".... all I ever heard was "I told you before dummhead"... so i became a drummer
How come this comment doesn't have more likes?
Man, you telling it that way almost made me shed a tear. =')
@@Virtualnoaidi I would believe it, my frequent dealings with Jonathan gave me the impression he was a straight shooter, and not driven by ego. He certainly never bs'ed or ego-tripped me, although I never asked the origins of that song. He was not Hollywood
Only Rick can take a song you’ve heard a thousand times and make it sound brand new.
Troy Davis Alcohol is even better at that.
True fact
Sean Matthew King *LSD
And I could watch his face all day. Seeing the delight while he’s enjoying music is joyous.
@A Design Not that many, but true. I have a friend with a Ph.D in music and she analyses everything to a ridiculous degree, rather than just enjoying it.
I was substitute teaching at a high school last year. They had a pep rally, and were playing music as the kids came in. They played Don't Stop Believin' and the ENTIRE SCHOOL sang along. It was surreal for an 80's kid who was in junior high when it came out.
What you have found my dear is rarer than the eagle thrusted hilltop woodpecker.
Music that touches all hearts.
GenXers have done a remarkable job of teaching their kids about music and keeping the good stuff alive.
Soo Cool!
A lot of times in crowds when Don't Stop Belivin' is played everyone sings along. 2 months ago i was at a Stryper concert and Separate Ways (World's Apart) Comes on over the speakers and most of the people in the crowd singing along. I had cold chills. Also, it felt like those 5 minutes slowed down...I guess because I was in the moment. I am like whenever I see Journey I'd love for time to just go slow as possible! But time flies when you're having fun.
If any other band came out with this song, I honestly don't believe it would've become the classic icon it is. Steve Perry's voice is what truly escalates this song to "utter greatness".
I think it might have been as good, if not better, if Boston had recorded it, and almost as good if REO Speedwagon, or Styx had done so. All three of these groups could have done it well, I believe.
@@imkluu they're all pretty freaking great, for sure, but the song literally originates with Steve Perry, and his vocal stamp on it is indelible.
@@imkluu Nah
Or Jonathon Cains.. piano lines that structured the entire tune..
but yeah, Steve helped...he also tried to break up the band..so there's that..Still a great song and a great band.
@@imkluu Of course they all could have "done well," they're all very talented artists, but there's only 1 Steve Perry and he is the definitive sound of Journey's most popular songs.
Man I love Steve Perry's voice. He should definitely be mentioned in the same conversation as Freddie Mercury and Robert Plant when listing top rock vocalists of all time.
So many great ones, Lou Gramm, Brad Delp...
Add Paul Rogers too
Without question.
@@PorcelainLeigh def lou. Glad u repped him
He often gets overlooked when talking about "rock" singers because many feel his style is not rock. One of the all time greatest voices and talented singers? Yes, but the guys in Journey referred to him as a "crooner" and details like that often are why people don't make certain top ___ lists. Journey is/was a rock "band" but the question remains if that means Perry is a "rock singer". Personally, I agree and feel he is in part a rock singer but more than that. A more typical rock singer might be characterized as a Paul Rogers, Brian Johnson, Roger Daltry, etc., but I agree singers like Perry can also be classified as "rock" as well.
True story. I first stumbled across Rick’s WMTSG series back around Episode 17, Boston. So, March of 2018. I immediately told my brother about these, and we quickly consumed the previous episodes and eagerly consumed each new episode as they came out. Somewhere along the way, I casually remarked to my brother, “You know, if Rick ever does an episode on ‘Don’t stop believing,’ I’ll die a happy man.”
Fast forward to June 2019, and I’m scheduled to have heart surgery. It’s a routine, low-risk procedure, but, you know, HEART SURGERY. The Sunday before the procedure, I wake up to find that Rick has posted Episode 69, the band is Journey, and the song is . . . Don’t Stop Believin’.
So thanks, Rick, for simultaneously focusing on the song above all others I wanted to see AND making me fear I was about to die. Spoiler Alert, the surgery was a success, and it’s all good. Don’t Stop Believin’ . . .
Charles!! Sooo glad you are still kickin, my friend!!! Now, keep yourself social distanced, we’ll all return back to normal in a few months!! I love hangin out in this channel during this a bit stressful time, for sure!! Take Care!!
Now THAT was tension.
And finally you'll survive with your dream came true the life is nice to you ain't it?
I hope this message finds you in good health.
Omg. This is hilarious and so heart warming.
I got 'the scar' myself last year.
Use the whole year to build back up, build new routines, try out new, BETTER food. Enjoy the hell out of the next year.
Your best medicine.
Congrats! and Good Luck!!
You probably won’t see my comment Rick, but Neal Schon is my cousin ! I grew up going to journey concerts with my dad. I’ve hung out with Neal many times backstage and it’s always a great time. I loved this video so much. Thank you
Awesome Adam! I'm a little jealous! Been a Neal and Journey fan since the 70's!
Well Adam, tell Cousin Neal I can't wait to see them when they come around my town (Montreal) next March. In the meantime, tell him to pamper his fingers and all their throats so we can have the best show! Thank you kindly.
Cool, Neal is one of the top 5 guitarists of all time, hands down!!!!!
That is so awesome to say you're related to a LEGEND!!! I am also jealous you grew up going to Journey concerts. I can only say I grew up listening to Journey since I was a baby. My parents would play the greatest hits CD often on the weekends when I was little. Out of all the bands they listen to I have found to really like and enjoy Journey the best. Out of the bands I grew up on I've only seen The Doobie Brothers. We will be seeing Journey for the first time in February!
Seeing Journey and Neal tonight in Saskatoon, SK!!
Steve Perry has to be one of the greatest singers of all time. His ease and power in his mixed voice are stunning. He sounds just as good live too.
In case you were wondering why Steve Perry’s nickname was “the voice” now you know why.
The most overplayed song ever still sounds amazing. What a masterpiece.
Freebird and Stairway to Heaven are the most overplayed
@@PhonePole Not hardly.
@@PhonePole , Thanks for the laugh.
@@jonrudd4733 Love those, too!
@@rubyparchment5523 I do too, but mainstream radio ran them, and still do in the ground.
Have to give Steve Perry major props for his effortless ability to nail any note when singing live.
I love that Candlestick Park video where he is singing along with the crowd.
He went to school here, and comes around once in a while, since he still has family here.They owned a dairy and the local Radio station on East Lacey. Seems like they changed their name from Peria. Use to hear him sing at HHS. He had a powerful voice for a tiny guy.
I said "had" a powerful voice, because we're pushing seventy.
Great voice, but the way he constantly mispronounces words drives me up the wall. "Yust a small-town," "Yivin' in a," "Stain-jurs" "Ruppen down the Boulevard," "Steetlights," etc.
@@NoBrakes23 I think you have a heawing defect
You want to see a grown man enjoy what he does? Watch the joy Rick experiences from 18:46 right up to the main chorus of the song. You can tell Neal Shon is definitely one of his favorite lead guitarists of all time.
Universe: We need a guy that can explain, simply, every note and nuance of every great song ever recorded, and that can play each instrument discussed with great aplomb. Rick Beato: Hold my beer.
Very well said
And Even the Name is dope. Imagine his name would be Rock Beatle
David Bennett Piano does a great job with musical nuance as well. He's also a huge Beatles fan. English fellow with the face of a 12-year-old and the musical knowledge of a 60-year-old music theory professor. However, he doesn't play along the way Rick does.
He is not the guy then.....Notice how he doesn't play Neil Schon''s intro lick on guitar?? Cause it's to hard for him. He can't. That's what annoys me about this video . He acts like a virtuoso . Instead of just saying .. "This part right here ? This 4 note pattern? Which is a repeating pattern that starts slow then speeds up to sub light speed as it fades in. Is played on the 2nd 3rd strings...... Frets 17,16 on the 2nd string . Frets 18,16 on the 3rd string. He can talk the talk he can't walk the walk. First and last video of his i will watch. All he does is talk and play the easy parts. Its easy to hear why the easy parts are great. Break down why this hard part is great. Breaks down every part hahaha
😅
The pure, nerdy joy on your face during this song is what is so great about music!
I had more or less the same thought when he broke into air guitar for a few seconds.. Someone as talented as Rick playing air guitar to a Journey tune.. Doesn't get much better!
The thing is, that song appeals to the magic in all of us. This is the #1 song downloaded off of the internet!
DIRECT HIT SIR!👍😬
I love how your face lights with joy. I caught it, and my face is lit with joy. Thanks, Rick!
I think that is cool too
Beato is a cool cat. This is what youtube was meant for. Good content that entertains, educates, and gives some money to the content provider.
@@piteusx8440 it was meant to be a dating site
@@tommyhili6805 That's the entire internet. No joke.
Sooo good seeing someone so into it
I don't trust anyone who claims to not like this song. It's beautiful and epic and Steve Perry has the voice of a freaking angel.
If there was ever a perfect song, this would be it. ❤
Love Steve Perry, but *cannot stand* this song!
With emphasis on "freaking"
@@resaboutb.9566I love Steve Perry but I can't stand his voice 😂
I think moat who don't like it are just tired of hearing it for the thousandth time
"When I was having dinner with Jonathan Cain" like we all just have dinner with one of the all time greats on a regular basis.
Right, I mean jonathon cain stopped by my house last night and brought some Taco Bell but I wouldn’t go around saying we had dinner together.
Lawrence, not kidding, once I had dinner with both Steve Smith (Journey) and Brian Forster (child/actor/drummer) of the Partridge Family TV sitcom days. You talk about from one extreme to another....I kid you not. The rules for dinner was you couldn't talk about S. Perry at all. I found Brian Forster to be a very cool and funny guy...way down to earth. Steve Smith was cool too, but no talking about you know who....... taboo! ":^)
@@RUHDD4HVN
Perry is basically universally loathed. And not just by the guys in Journey. People generally don't like him.
@@jamesrudd8705 We'll have to kindly disagree, but I know there are those that don't get him much and hated the drama of Journey, solely blaming him. My respect for him has grown over the years and now can understand more why things happened the way they did after they all had their personal struggles with keeping a hugely successful band like Journey at the top. Looking at a mans shoes is one thing, walking in them can give you a whole new perspective of which to view from. I'm glad they're all still believin...... Blessings.......
(Name Drop Horn blast)
It's just crazy how well written this song is.
On every level
Veteran experience. If you want to get good at something, PRACTICE.
they worked on a simple melody to make the best out of it, cause the scale as also stated by rick is not comlpicated at all, but the delivery by journey makes it sound way bigger
Wow - hearing the isolated vocal tracks made me even more of a fan of Steve Perry - insanely talented - Thanks Rick - love this series!
Absolutely. Clear pure big tone. Damn....
Absolutely, stellar vocalist!
Voice as clear as a bell.
I would recommend checking out Steve Perry's latest Solo album 'Traces', if you haven't already.
Don't expect the same exact voice but it's still great to hear new music from "The voice".
@@IPoopOnYouEveryLastOneOfYou he has access to the isolated tracks, no software can isolate individual pieces of a mix that clearly
Man nothing makes me happier than hearing the greatest song of all time played for 20 plus minutes and broken down properly.
Never knew so much went into a song. Journey is not Journey without Steve Perry best rock singer of all time!
When people are driving in their cars and those old Journey songs come on the radio everybody starts to sing.....and we all sound horrible.
Steve Perry was just amazing.
Not me, first off, I rarely listen to the radio, and if I happen to and Journey comes on, I change the channel. Loved Neil Schon, couldn't stand their music.
And you took the time to watch a video about them and tell us how you don’t like them. You must have tons of free time.
@@brianmccaffrey8285 Boom
Maybe da324 was looking to get won over and once more it didn't happen.
I agree as have the song cranked and think I am harmonizing beautifully and cut song volume to hear myself. Mistake, turn back up immediately and back to thinking I'm a rock star!
You're the best, Rick! Don't stop... this series! Please :)
surfitlive lol true
Rick, really goo guy. Suggestion, for what it' worth. The analysis of the song is perfect. But it's difficult to hear the continuity of the entire song while breaking it up first. You get to hear the breaking up the song into analysis before you hear the entire song. You left with tie bits of the whole, while I was begging to hear it in full context. Never heard anyone do such fine analysis on songs you would not usually done. I'll probably get your book when my finances blossom a bit. Your RUclips sight is terrific.
@@robertwest2198 Not sure if there would be copyright issues in showing the whole thing. As it stands, I'd guess it fits within education/analysis, because it isn't played in its entirety.
Brilliantly analysed. So much more to it than just an awesome song.
Steve Perry live in concert during Journey’s heyday was awe-inspiring! I never missed a Journey tour with Steve when it came to my town. I will never forget those concerts or Steve’s incredible vocals. We’ll never see performances or hear music like this again.
Steve Perry's isolated vocal just opened the floodgates
I'm a big Schon fan as well but hearing Steve Perry isolated is just stunning. What a talent he was. Escape was a huge record in my life, instantly taken back to so many good times whenever I hear any of those songs.
@Doctor Detroit I think it's journey as a whole the whole group was a great group that's why they sold millions of records people still listen to them today
@Doctor DetroitI disagree Steve Perry was journey Steve Perry made journey.
@@alanduncan1980 LOL!
@Doctor Detroit ... yeah and Steve made it big....
'Was'? He still is!
This show should be called “What Makes Rick Beato Great”
the channel could be called that tbh.
When I tell you what makes Beato great, Your not gonna like it,.. but, when we isolate his vocals, can you hear it?... that's right., that's the distinctive sound of Autotunes! And when we remove the all the autotune aides and listen.. now Rick's voice sounds like Mickey Rourke 5 days into a Coke bender, averaging half a carton of non filters a day..
Auto-Beato had us all fooled....
👉😥
@@shawnseal1762 Domo Arigato, Auto-Beato
@@shawnseal1762 really, that's all you got is auto tune??? I dont think Rick is trying to impress anybody with his voice here. It's his understanding of music, recording, instruments etc. etc. etc. I guess you were unimpressed.
@@nbt3663 bro?.. I can't believe I have to ask this.. but here we go. Do you think that I actually isolated Rick Beato's vocals?. And then I actually accused him of using auto tunes when making his RUclips video breakdown of a song?... or, do you think maybe it was an attempt at levity? With the intent of making a few Beato fans (like myself) laugh, or at least smile. Even coming up with a rhyming nickname for the faux vilan, "Auto-Beato"... but clearly my attempt at humor has missed the mark for you.. Consumed by shame, I vow to do better next time!
One of the best parts of the opening verse is Perry's rhythm at "anywhere;" the dotted quarter, eighth-quarter combination, which he repeats at the second half. It adds to the atmospheric feel of the words, painting the picture. So overlooked, too.
Don't Stop Believin' is an overall masterpiece of Rock Music. Steve Perry's vocals on this song are out of this world amazing!
Everybody loves this song, it's SO GOOD that it's become cliche. It's gotta be the #1 cliche rock song ever. Now here's Rick, showing us why we love it so much all over again, in a way that only Rick can do. I love watching this guy, he's so enthusiastic about music and you can tell that his favorite thing in the world is to share it with others.
I disagree with the most cliche song ever assessment. My vote would be for I Wanna Know What Love Is
Neil Schon’s 16th-note guitar entrance is the midnight train getting closer, ending big with the train whistle blowing as it passes by
Wooow
Yes! and as the bend fades it's whammy'd down in the fade
Wow, thanks for pointing that out.
Neal slays.
Cringe
Damn fine dissection of this amazing song. Steve Perry’s voice is so incredible, and to hear it isolated was the most incredible experience. Shon guitar playing is so stellar, understated and powerful. That ostinato that introduces his part is badass. Top notch band.
The piano riffs by Cain, "The Voice" - Steve Perry's UNBELIEVABLE vocals, Neal's vision on guitar, the change ups, the unique arrangements on drums by Steve Smith, and this song is STILL the SH*T 41 YEARS down the road!!
And these guys recorded the song in one take!!! ... Say WHAT!!?? Wow!!
It is an incredible, positive, and extremely uplifting song!!
It is just STUPID great stuff!!
Episode 70: Stone In Love?
CURSE YOU, RICK! I GOTTA GO OUT INTO THE WORLD AND BE PRODUCTIVE AND YOU MAKE ME WANNA SIT AND LISTEN TO YOU ALL DAY!!!
On the serious side, thanks for what you do... ;-)
hendrsb33 - hahaha - indeed!! This rabbit hole of musicology is far too deep!!
Greatest karaoke song of all time. Nothing beats Steve Perry's voice. Irreplaceable.
Well, maybe Sam Cooke could have, but wait... ;-)
Steve Perry was called, "The Voice," in the 80s, a well deserved nick!
If i had had a music teacher like you in high school my life may have taken a different path. Always enjoyable and interesting.
I'd be a professional musician rather than an engineer, for sure!
I totally agree with this comment and I feel the same way.
It’s never too late!
Don’t stop believing (;
We have him now
Definitely
I agree , my dream was to play the drums . Sadly in Fiji , no teachers , no drums , no go . Love music though , I wonder what could have been 🎶🎶🎶
I don't know if I am the Only One... But I have the sense that Rick Beato put a lot of heart and soul on this Review... Rick you nailed it... God Bless You!
His love , passion and appreciation really came through. Really a wonderful experience.
Steve Perry is a vocalist nonpareil, there’s simply no one who could sing in his vocal range with such ease and tonal quality. He set a bar so high ,what a force of nature! Great analysis.
Between Steve Perry, Freddy Mercury, and Robert Plant, you had the best male voices for decades in either direction.
Steve and Freddie were the best!
I been playing this song pretty much every weekend since ‘04 w/ my band. Our singer crushes it every time and as overplayed as it is I never get tired of playing Steve Smiths part. It’s a challenge to nail it cleanly and to make it groove. Great song😉👍
@@chrislittle1222 - 100%, that is my list of greatest rock and roll voices, and in that same order!
He named his daughter "Layla". My respect for him just went to 11.
@Steven K I almost fell out of my chair when he said "Layla!"
Other daughters name is Lennon
Layla Lennon and Dylan
Fantastic.
Yeah! Also as cool, Zakk Wylde named his kid Sabbath Page :)
Journey had perfect melodies that were very appealing along with incredible vocals, harmonies and a incredible guitar player.
@Doctor Detroit Agreed!
Yup, I'm a metal guy and even in metal circles Journey's vocals and guitar are well respected.
Doctor Detroit 😍 My husband was from Detroit! Love Detroit dudes!! And I love Rick❤️
🧞♂️ Annie
everything about the band worked really well, super solid drums, nice rythmic bass and great hooks from the keys
I have a soft spot for this song. It was the only song, i could remember by heart, when my daughter asked me to sing her a song to go to bed. I've been singing this song to her for i think 7 years now. She called it "small town girl" and i will forever think of my daughter when i hear this song. I love the depth of knowledge i now know about this song and i will forever be grateful to content creators like you Rick. You give me so much more to the story and the music than i ever could think to ask about. As a music lover and musically inept... Well i can carry a tune, but i have a rather deep voice, making most songs hard to sing along to. But i digress. I've been watching your videos for a while and i love the content. Please never stop. I hope this brightens your day even a little. Rock on brother, and don't stop believing.
1981…the year we moved to California and I turned 13 years old…40+ years later, never ever get sick of this song or album. Thank you for this!
Todays music just can't compete with music from my youth. My kids listen to all of the old songs. Timeless. Thanks for the breakdown, I loved it.
Mine too- because I still do. It's weird seeing your kids digging on Journey, isn't it?
I agree and my parents did the same played the old songs which from that out of all the bands they listen to I like Journey the best and Huey Lewis & the News 2nd and 3rd The Doobie Brothers. From branching out from what they had on tape and CD and I discovered Boston I really like them too along with Foreigner. Out of the bands that my parents listened to before i was born and they would still listen to it after i was born the band I have seen and twice is Doobie Brothers and we will be seeing Journey next year!!! :)
What makes WMTSG great, in order:
(1) Being able to hear the individual tracks.(2) Rick’s enthusiasm for the music.(3) Everything else.
I so agree with you. I absolutely love to hear the individual tracks and Rick's enthusiasm for all things music is so contagious.
I’m glad I grew up in the 1970s. Steve Perry is one of my favorite rock singers of all time!
Lucky man. Grew up in the 90s. Not the same. At all. Our main guys killed themselves at the 3rd 4th record.
I always enjoyed Greg Rollie’s vocals when he was in Journey and the split leads he shared with Steve !
I love Steve’s voice so much! There’s so much emotion there that sometimes I tear up from listening to his (Journey and his own music) songs
Man, if this song doesn't get you pumped, nothing will.
At 64, it's my "getting up" jam.
Roll With Changesh.
Soooooo true !
Rick is such a fan. Just like us. Eternal teenagers. 😎👍
He's like a more sophisticated up-to-date version of the Dick Clark in all of us.
He's like a more sophisticated up-to-date version of the Dick Clark in us all.
@@danielmconnolly Lol! Heck yeah!
Steve’s (The Voice) melts my heart every time!!
These videos REALLY point out the thought process...the hard work...and countless hours these bands put in to get their songs exactly right and THAT is what is missing in today's music!
You have a gift of teaching, as well as, explaining, that makes your videos one-of-a-kind!
Steve perry vocals are sublime.
Journey ROCKS !!! I'm 68 years old, a drummer, and this song is one of my all time favorites. I can listen to Steve Perry's vocals, with Neil, Smith, and Cain all day long.
Hearing that piano introduction still gives me chills and makes me emotional after all these years. Like you Rick, born in '62, this music is part of my inner being. It's like being back in '81 all over again.
Same here! Such a great piano intro and the same for Faithfully....cold chills. I saw back in May a Journey tribute bands called Separate Ways and they sound amazing, when the final 2 songs were Faithfully and Don't Stop Believin' I was actually getting emotional and trying not to cry. I tell ya, whenever I see Journey no doubt I'll be doing so much crying!
Jesus. I’ve heard that song thousands of times in my life, and hearing him isolated just brought me to tears. Wow.
I love that you do this series. It's just a pure celebration of music
YES! That is exactly it, isn't it?
😎😎😎
Steve Perry in my opinion was one of the best singers ever. I loved Neil Schon in the original Journey best. Superb guitarist
Was? IS.
You should check out his guesting in the Sodajerker podcast... about his songwriting...
Always had the best guitar tone for the time. Very tube lover friendly even after production.
I wasn’t particularly a fan of his solo work, but he’s a really entertaining guy... really passionate about music.
Sam Cooke with a rock band
Killer vocals. No auto tune here!!!
I love Rick's puppyish enthusiasm. This track is, if anything, even better live - the 1981 Houston concert in particular.
When the video started I saw the enthusiasm and I was like yeah, he either really likes this song or he's a fan of Journey and can't wait to introduce the video. I was thinking more than likely it's Don't Stop Believin' and it was.
To see Journey live was on my bucket list and I was able to see them at the Houston Livestock Rodeo March 2022. Man I had an Awesome seat😃
@@mamadee66 Journey is on my bucket list as well and I will finally get to see them next month!!! I'm so excited!!! I am more excited to see them than Trans-Siberian Orchestra and Stryper who both were on my bucket list and have since seen them TSO 2016 and Stryper 2023. There's been about 3 times I almost saw Journey and then either couldn't go because of something else going on and the pandemic canceled a show that we planned on going.
Rick, didja ever notice how Steve Perry ALWAYS finishes his words in his songs? Doesn't drop endings, or the "-ing"s, or whatever. He always cleanly enunciates all the words he sings. Amazing. Most singers would just slop their way through, "adding feeling," but Steve didn't need to do that to bring the tingling. How cool.
Thanks for an incredibly listenable program. Your videos are all solid gold, no wasted moments. Thank you!!!
Just one more reason I love Steve Perry is his diction. His consonants give me life!
Cue in James LaBrie who nowadays only sings the first syllables in a concert and just hums the rest.
Lovin' touchin' squeezin' would like a word with you. Hahahha
Justin Wickliffe Aww there ya got me!😬
Well.... it was written that way?
You should do a series called “what makes this song so bad”. I would like to understand why I hate most of today’s music.
@Art Lady there hasn't been music with musicians that you found, because there's lot of good music out there actually, it's just that's not mainstream.
Just search Greta Van Fleet on youtube and you'll see.
Inspiration flew eastward.
Today's pop "music" is mostly garbage that caters to today's youth, which are mostly tasteless imbeciles.
Bahahaha......no kidding!!!!!!!!!
@@EliseoCaporale Greta van fleet is mediocre.
This channel distracts me from doing other things entirely too much 😂
Hahaha mee too lol
To be in the studio while they were recording the final cut of this song must of been like painting a masterpiece.
So much cool nuance. Steve Perry was insane. Neil tears this thing up so beautifully. It's hard, no impossible, not to sing along.
Rick : I don't even think I can bend that note that high.
Later : Bends note pretty high when playing together with song.
Steve Perry in the song : Don't stop, believin!
Steve Perry has an incredible tone and vocal control 👌👏
Rick I saw the tour, I remember they had a green lazer light for the wheel in the sky song. First time I'd seen a laser show. It was in a square pattern, and they made sure they touched everyone in the Arena. They had the show perfectly geared up... Thank you Journey all these years later...
Steve Perry doesn't get the praise he deserves...his voice is incredible!
He was taking volce lessons
Jon Bon Jovi called him "The Voice"
Yeah, Journey without Steve Perry is just a Journey cover band.
Well people know him as a one of the best 80s voice 🎶🎵🤔😉👍
Didn't he get something done on his vocals because there was something wrong (my bad I totally forgot what it was) and he couldn't sing for years? It has just been recently, during the past 5 years or so, he tried singing after a while. I grew up with hearing classic rock and I remember listening to a lot of Styx and Journey from my dad's CD's
EVERYONE knows and loves this song!!
There probably isn't a day goes by I don't play this but i never in 30 odd years realised that don't stop believin isn't sung until 3 minutes plus into the track.
Steve's voice omg ++++
Another great analysis.
once again, the great things (songs) are the simplest ones.. couldn't love this song more! and Rick's analysis engraved it much deeper in my memory! Thank You, Sir!
Being of mechanical mind this has been so eye opening to me. I have always had to know how everything works. This includes mechanics /machining/chemistry. These videos have opened my eyes to the people who always say "I don't not care how it works just fix it". This is exactly what my view of music has been until now.
Insanely popular band, but underappreciated in rock circles, I feel.
No autotune??? LOL! Unreal power behind Steve's vocals. Thanks for finally breaking this one down.
Rick's breakdowns are so incredible. I would love to see one for Mother, Father from the Escape album. I believe that it is one of the most amazing songs Journey ever did. Perry's vocals and Schon's incredible guitar solos are elevating.
I love the fact that Nick makes it so that I listen to songs I've heard 1000+ times I hear in a completely different way. Thank you Nick
Steve Perry’s voice is so pure. It is amazing to listen to.
It’s past 2:30 am in the UK and I should be asleep but Rick just posted a new WMTSG...
Who needs sleep anyway?
right.... sleep is overrated. lol
Rick Beato is truly a master musician. I just watched him breakdown one of Journeys hits by isolating 20 or 30 second sound bites and explains what's going on with each instrument. He highlights the added flair or nuance adopted by the original artists which gives you a sence of appreciation that you perhaps don't have coming in. Keep doing what your doing Rick, it works..
If there’s any song by Journey that I would love to see picked apart, I would go for Mother, Father. Oh my dear sweet holy God, Neal Schon goes from a slow blues outro on Who’s Crying Now which was simple and sublime to this two solo song where he’s an absolute face melter. The first solo was enough for me to sit slack jawed then he shreds the second solo and goes to some other place. The angelic outro vocals by Steve Perry are just ridiculous. Seeing Mother Father in concert 5 rows back from the stage in front of Neal Schon was amazing, seeing it with my son next to me and getting a picture with Neal, I can die happy lol
The whole song is a hook. There’s no part that’s NOT a hook. Lol. That’s why they could milk the whole thing for so long, without revealing the instruments, and the “Don’t Stop” line. The whole song was so damn strong, they didn’t need to.
They knew what they had, and had the wisdom to be patient.
Ryan Duran Yeah, just about every melody could be a chorus for a potential song.
I first got hooked on the chorus, but its become so oveplayed its lost some of its magic, and I prefer the last prechorus now. And I wasnt even born in 81, which is a testament to how ubiqutous this song has been since the 2000s.
The point of the song is to build to a chorus and finish big with it. If every song was structured this way there would be nothing unique about it.
Well the whole thing is very melodic
Your "What Makes This Song Great?" series is an inspiration and gave me vision/insight into the intricacies of the rock music I grew up with and loved so much but never really understood at this level. I'm in my 70's now and still enjoy every note! Thank you Rick Beato.
There is something so perfect about a guy who clearly loves all types of music writing (esp rock) and how it can make you feel when done right. These episodes are so bingeworthy... :)
Great video and breakdown of a Song that continues to grow even 40 years after it was written. Neal Schon is my guitar hero. I was 11 years old in 1979 hearing the song Lights on my brothers radio. Neal’s solo inspired me to wanna play. I had no idea who was playing guitar or Journey was. I begged my parents for an electric guitar. And 41 one years later Neal is still the biggest influence in my playing. And Journey is my favorite band.
I saw Journey when they toured promoting this album, and that song had a "new" sound to it. I was into progressive rock (being a huge Steve Morse fan) and it showed why Journey was ahead of their time, and was a group comprised of excellent musicians. The friends I hung around with back then were musicians who had the same taste in music as I did, and Journey was on a short list of "popular" groups we listened to, and went to their concerts. I always find it amusing when some people don't understand just how good they were just because they got a lot of air time. One of the top lineups of all time who simply put out great music. Thanks for the video!
This has quickly become my favorite Music Channel on RUclips, or anywhere else for that matter.
I have never witnessed this level of joy and excitement for great music from someone so well versed in it.
Watching these videos is such a positive experience in so many ways. 100 thumbs up lol.
The song is so great because it has something for everyone - killer base lines, a leading keyboard, quirky drum fills, signature guitar riffs and the opportunity for everyone to sing their heart out.
Ricks deconstruction of songs is so cool, his knowledge of music is impressive.
...in my view, Perry's unique and incredible voice is the MAIN thing that makes this song great...yes, the piano, guitars, bass, drums, production...all contribute beautifully to this track...but that voice...without that, this would never be a great song...
Rick, your passion has a beauty...and I'm moved by your admission ( during your interpretation of the solo) that you 'don't have the strength to bend it up that high'...even though in a subsequent attempt, you play it well!...THAT'S what makes THIS SEGMENT and your sharing all of yourself with us, GREAT! Thanks man.
I can't support your channel as I'd like, but I bought something from your store. Just enjoying you and your love of 'all things music' so much...this world is much more interesting and beautiful place with you in it sir...
Loved this YT recommendation. I am such a Journey/Steve Perry fan (older generations are always surprise when they know my love and joy for them). When Steve's vocals came trough I got teary eyed😢 but with good emotions behind it.
Steve's album Traces is *such* a treat. I sure love SP so, *SO MUCH*
The building riff, story telling, and saving the chorus til the song's end is also what makes the Diana Ross version of "Ain't No Mountain High Enough" a bona fide classic!
My favorite element of this record is Ross Valory's bass part during the pre-chorus. That chorus effect that Rick mentioned really makes the section jump out of the speakers.
that is a very specific, special bass and i don’t think i’ve heard that tone on any other song since. it’s ross’s secret weapon.
Every time I hear Neil play that bent high note at the end of his solo in Don't Stop Believin', it gives me chills.
I get tense with that last bend - the string's gonna break! :-D
Omg yeah me too. I don't think any of today's guitar players could do it. He makes it seem easy too that's the part that my fists get balled up for even though I know he'll get there I still find myself all tense&then relax on the down like "phew ,he made it! ".
The bass playing in this song gives you that thousand yard stare every time.
"Let me play along with the track..."
"I don't have enough frets...I don't even think I can bend that note high enough..."
Oh no, Rick, you stopped believing! ;) :D
(Great vid as always!)
I picked up this album, as did my childhood friend Keith on the day of it's release. We had seen Journey on their previous tour in 1980, DEPARTURE TOUR.
We were huge JOURNEY fans (also BABYS fans. Particularly Head First- the two JONATHAN CAIN era albums, UNION JACKS & ON THE EDGE. EXCELLENT!!)
Anyway, back to the point.
It was a beautiful summer day and I was 17, Keith, almost 16.
We took the album home to his house and this song is the opening song on Side 1. It was polished and as bright a sunlight in its production. But also undeniably excellent.
In retrospect, it wasn't straight rock. It was Pop/ Rock. But REALLY GREAT pop/rock.
I knew it was time for Journey to hit the stratosphere.
They did.
But as we learn in life and the story of this band after this album.
When you reach the stratosphere there is only one way your band is going from there...
Beyond a place of time or space. A place of timelessness.
This was their true ESCAPE. A Masterwork from a hard working road band that had all of the pieces fall together in 1981.
It only would have been matched had the singles and B-sides from their follow-up album FRONTIERS had actually been part of Side 2 of that album.
ESCAPE is the pinnacle.
I feel their best all around COMMERCIAL/meets COMPOSITIONAL albums from each KEY era are:
LOOK INTO THE FUTURE (1976)
INFINITY (1978)
ESCAPE (1981)
ARRIVAL (2001)
REVELATION (2008)
* Trial By Fire was too long and lacked cohesion and focus.
It should have been 10 or 11 songs. No filler.