Let's not forget the brillant Jay Graydon, he's the one who brought Al to those heights in terms of creativity, musicianship, and most of all in terms of joy recorded on acétate, or cd, or mp3, or whatever. Jay and Al formed a pair for a few years , and a few albums that produced albums that are unique and stand the test of times like few.
I envy you 😌 This incredible man was soulful in the pure, literal way. Well, I should write he *is* soulful. His music will be by my side until my life ends.
Excellent performance. Al Jarreau has always surrounded himself with stellar musicians. This band is incredible. The flugelhorn solo is spot on. The rhythm section is grooving like a freight train. Thanks for the upload.
I have always lived Al. My first album was roof garden. I have never missed a concert in LA from the Greek Theatre to the last Long Beach concert in August from the age of 25-52. Love you Al old friend.
Parabéns Fernando por apressiar esta maravilhosa voz e os músicos pena que ele nos deixou,mas tenho certeza que ele está cantando lá em cima se tivermos sorte um dia poderemos estar com ele.
Vocally Al Jarreau had no competition. His unique voice coupled with this professional group was remarkable. One of the greatest singers the world ever produced. Recorded in Italy in 1982. Bobby Lyle on Fender Rhodes.
OMG the sounds of the Fender Rhodes and flugelhorn brings back memories when I was courting the girl I eventually married ❤. RIP brother Al. Love to all the musicians!!
You can't fake a performance like this, you have to love doing this! I have played with some great musicians in my time, and the best were the ones who let their love of creating the music step in and take over from all else. I played a practice session with this man, and I can tell you that he WAS music! Talk about a master class in performing, OMG this guy was the real deal and the truth, all in one! I miss you, Mr. Jarreau!
1982, a freshman in college was trying to find his way when I started getting in Al so I bought the Breakin' Away cassette and that tape assisted a brother in so many ways. While friends were vibing with rap, Al was offering me perspective on life, love, relationship and spirituality. I awakened to this cassette for an entire semester. So happy for the gift of music and what it has meant on a highly personal level. That is the true menaing of art, IMO.
I have a family (a sister and two brothers I met in high school) who’ve been tremendous, amazing friends to me for 45 years. When I hear this song, I think of them! I think God for this relationship! 😊
This song is so personal to me, I was stationed in Egypt in the Army from 1983 to 1983. I would listen to this cassette every morning for 6 months , thinking about my girlfriend in Pittsburgh.💞💞💞 Thanks Al.....RIP.
This song was written by Richard Page and Steve George. At that time they had an excellent but little known group called Pages. Steve Gadd, Abe Laboriel, Jay Graydon and I think David Foster were on the recorded version of this song.
Hi, the bass player is George Hawkins, Bobby Lyle on Rhodes, Jim Studer on keys, Michael Patches Stewart and Michael Paulo on horns....Alex Acuna on drums....the name of the guitar player escapes me for the moment.....can't see the percussion player.....it's nearly the same band which performed early 80'ies in Germany's ROCKPALAST ( with Icarus Johnson on guitar...) thanks for the music ...does anybody have the whole concert ?
....Let's not forget Jay Graydon's Major Major contributions and "stamp" to AJ's pop.R&B sound. He set the production and arranging mark very high for any other Producer coming after him with 'our old friend, Al. cnnmusic
Beautiful, my ole friend rest easy Al..your music will live on forever in hearts and minds, great songwriter and great singer, you are deeply missed..rest on my friend (02/12/2017)
+Cledwyn Tyler Cool! Thank you. He can never be thanked too much...such a wonderful, unique, beautifully talented soul. A blessing to the world, indeed.
LYRICS (YEAR 1981): I can recall those warm summer days No decisions, child's play Did they slip away? Gone forever, gone forever Lost to yesterday From the beginning you've been Always there my old friend True until the end of time As I walk down streets full of amber leaves I see nothing's really changed at all We're just older now Still together, still together After all these years And from the beginning you've been Always there my old friend True until the end of time My old friend From the beginning you've been Always there my old friend True until the end of time Still together, after all these years! And from the beginning you've been Always there my old friend True until the end of time My old friend From the beginning you've been Always there my old friend True until the end of time My old friend From the beginning you've been Always there my old friend You' ve been true until the end of time
AL JARREAU I HOPE TO SEE YOU AGAIN...THE LAST TIME I SAW YOU WAS IN VIRGINIA 2010, AT THE FERGUSON CENTER FOR THE ARTS. YOU ARE A GREAT TALENT. HAVE BEEN A FAN FOR 35 YEARS. BE WELL.
Met him once in New Haven, Ct. back in the early 80's. Worked for a Top 40 radio station and he was our guest star. Real down to earth and oh so humble. Was a treat.
Every musicians journey begins with his/hers voice, and then it usually transforms into a physical instrument that fits the soul. Al's instrument kept to its purest form... rhythm, voice, melody, mind, body, and spirit... the physical instrument is nothing more than Al. I met Al (of all places) when I was shopping at the Gelson's market in Tarzana, CA. in 2002. What a humble man... I was so happy to finally meet him. I was really lost for words, but so happy to shake his hand. Thanks Al !
Heavy lyrics, heavy melody lot's of emotion. Hope this song touches your heart and allows love to come in. Thanks Al. Peace and Blessing to everyone worldwide from chocolate city..
malefik63 era lì..io purtroppo no.. avevo 17 anni all'epoca..lo amo da allora..grande Al sei stato sei e sarai fonte di immaginazione, creazione, vitalità. Video straordinario questo, voce inconfondibile, sempre più eterna.
Im so glad I was one of those kids born in the 80s just before the crappy music took over the airwaves... as a baby growing up I still got to hear Al on the radio.
Ooooo, thank u - I was looking hi & lo trying to figure who the flugel man was! It's my most fave instrument, then Fr horn, then everything else somewhere along the way! (Brass is the one inst family I haven't played. Weird, huh? Who else does he play with??
I can recall those warm summer days No decisions, child's play Did they slip away? Gone forever, gone forever Lost to yesterday From the beginning you've been Always there my old friend True until the end of time As I walk down, streets full of amber leaves I see nothing's really changed at all We're just older now Still together, still together After all these years And from the beginning you've been Always there my old friend True until the end of time My old friend From the beginning you've been Always there my old friend True until the end of time Still together, after all these years And from the beginning you've been Always there my old friend True until the end of time My old friend But from the beginning you've been Always there my old friend True until the end of time My old friend But from the beginning you've been Always there my old friend You've been true until the end of time My old friend From the beginning you've been Always there my old friend True until the end of time
Cosa dire? Ci sono parole forse? ... Per una nuova consapevolezza..questo è un video musicale dedicato..semplicemente.. all'Umanità. Grazie Al..Sei nel mio cuore. Uno cone me. Uno con tutto cio che E'.
I am a Milwaukee native just like my dear brother Al Jarreau. He has always made our city proud. May his sweet soul rest in peace. ❤️
Mister Quincy Jones... You are the best musician ever🎉
Parabéns meu brother!!!👍👍🍺🍺
I dedicated this to my old friend what a friend we have in Jesus he's always there by myside until the end of time Amen
There's few things better than being at an AL Jarreau concert
Let's not forget the brillant Jay Graydon, he's the one who brought Al to those heights in terms of creativity, musicianship, and most of all in terms of joy recorded on acétate, or cd, or mp3, or whatever. Jay and Al formed a pair for a few years , and a few albums that produced albums that are unique and stand the test of times like few.
Jay Graydon is a wonderful musician himself, played the guitar-solo on "Peg" by Steely Dan. 👏👍
Al Jarreau met Jay Graydon at the his right Time ♥️♥️♥️
I remember walking into a "record" store in 1981 or so as a seventh grade kid and buying Breakin Away. Jarreau at his best ...
I was there!!!! It was June 11, 1983!! I even have pictures !
Beatrice Missadin Lucky sob!!!
Fantastic .... and you saw Bobby Lyle on Fender Rhodes.......incredible concert
I envy you 😌
This incredible man was soulful in the pure, literal way. Well, I should write he *is* soulful. His music will be by my side until my life ends.
What City ?
Very Nice lucky you cheers
Unforgettable!!!
Excellent performance. Al Jarreau has always surrounded himself with stellar musicians. This band is incredible. The flugelhorn solo is spot on. The rhythm section is grooving like a freight train. Thanks for the upload.
Absolut the BEST vocalist !!! Renember all these wonderfull Concerts last 25 Years.
Great delivery! Brilliant live musician.
I woke up with this song on my mine...I couldn't find it until I came here.
Thanks
I still have this album! Still play it!
I have always lived Al. My first album was roof garden. I have never missed a concert in LA from the Greek Theatre to the last Long Beach concert in August from the age of 25-52. Love you Al old friend.
One of my absolute favorite songs by Al Jarreau that stand the test of time. Lyrically and instrumentally. Never seen it live. Amazing.
Old friend Bramwell who passed away Tuesday 9/19/17 comes so much in my mind when listening to this magical song...RIP dear friend.
This is one of my old favorites. It's sooo good to hear it again!! Thanks for posting this.
Al Jarreau,uma voz,um ser humano...,expõe seus sentimentos da forma mais doce,genial,My Old Friend!!!
Parabéns Fernando por apressiar esta maravilhosa voz e os músicos pena que ele nos deixou,mas tenho certeza que ele está cantando lá em cima se tivermos sorte um dia poderemos estar com ele.
Saw you in Gainesville Florida back in the 80s. This song and a beautiful woman made my night and many other nights. Thanks God bless you.
big session...big musicians AL AMAZING
what a beautiful story. God bless!
Beautiful writing...really, great, smooth changes.
Vocally Al Jarreau had no competition. His unique voice coupled with this professional group was remarkable. One of the greatest singers the world ever produced. Recorded in Italy in 1982. Bobby Lyle on Fender Rhodes.
❤❤❤❤
sua música ,e ,sua voz....,emociona...nos faz acreditar que a vida é linda.....
Oh my this is simply the best music ❤😊
Great song, great voice.
This is one of Al's Best!!! Thank you --HOT!
OMG the sounds of the Fender Rhodes and flugelhorn brings back memories when I was courting the girl I eventually married ❤.
RIP brother Al. Love to all the musicians!!
YOU ARE THE BEST SINGER IN MY EAR, BABY..
luv it
Bobby Lyle on Fender Rhodes. Love his music as well
Quelle belle musique ! Quelle époque !
Get well soon. Today this is MY SONG to you.
sweet!
@ONLY1PEA I think you're absolutely right. Thanks :-).
супер!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Who's playing the flugelhorn on this I wonder?
Michael 'Patches' STEWART
@@Wilhelm666666 Thank you. Another totally professional musician.
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First instrument
Transcription here :
m.ruclips.net/video/a7EgV6Gyf2I/видео.html
You can't fake a performance like this, you have to love doing this! I have played with some great musicians in my time, and the best were the ones who let their love of creating the music step in and take over from all else. I played a practice session with this man, and I can tell you that he WAS music!
Talk about a master class in performing, OMG this guy was the real deal and the truth, all in one!
I miss you, Mr. Jarreau!
1982, a freshman in college was trying to find his way when I started getting in Al so I bought the Breakin' Away cassette and that tape assisted a brother in so many ways. While friends were vibing with rap, Al was offering me perspective on life, love, relationship and spirituality. I awakened to this cassette for an entire semester. So happy for the gift of music and what it has meant on a highly personal level. That is the true menaing of art, IMO.
Life Love Relationship and Spirituality =Jewels
Well said i agree
I have a family (a sister and two brothers I met in high school) who’ve been tremendous, amazing friends to me for 45 years. When I hear this song, I think of them! I think God for this relationship! 😊
This song is so personal to me, I was stationed in Egypt in the Army from 1983 to 1983. I would listen to this cassette every morning for 6 months , thinking about my girlfriend in Pittsburgh.💞💞💞 Thanks Al.....RIP.
May this song bring thoughts of love and peace into the hearts of everyone who hears it. #musicheals
This song was written by Richard Page and Steve George. At that time they had an excellent but little known group called Pages. Steve Gadd, Abe Laboriel, Jay Graydon and I think David Foster were on the recorded version of this song.
Listening again now on this day of his transition and passing...UNTIL THE END which is never ever and eternally we will HEAR you angelic voice. RIHP
Will miss you always My Old Friend.
Wow.....what an amazing musician and one of the most accomplished singing voices EVER. RIP to a great musician xx
Al Jarreau.....a spiritual and musical influence on my being. Greatest vocal stylings ever....totally unique.
milano teatro tenda lampugnano 1984!!!!!!!!! indimenticabile.
marvellous Al, you are always the best.
Hi, the bass player is George Hawkins, Bobby Lyle on Rhodes, Jim Studer on keys, Michael Patches Stewart and Michael Paulo on horns....Alex Acuna on drums....the name of the guitar player escapes me for the moment.....can't see the percussion player.....it's nearly the same band which performed early 80'ies in Germany's ROCKPALAST ( with Icarus Johnson on guitar...) thanks for the music ...does anybody have the whole concert ?
Bobby is on my friends list Facebook
Minneapolis native we are proud of him!.
I love Al Jarreau's music and lyrics. This is one of my all-time favorites.
....Let's not forget Jay Graydon's Major Major contributions and "stamp" to AJ's pop.R&B sound. He set the production and arranging mark very high for any other Producer coming after him with 'our old friend, Al. cnnmusic
So true, Jay Graydon produced Al's best records. 🥰
Beautiful, my ole friend rest easy Al..your music will live on forever in hearts and minds, great songwriter and great singer, you are deeply missed..rest on my friend (02/12/2017)
Bobby Lyle on Keys
A friend is gift for god! Excellent song, unforgettable!
Love everything Al Jarreau
When Richard Page & Steve George write a song, you know it's gonna be smooth
And then have Toto help playing it on top of this.
Yes!!!
I love Al Jarreau his music will be produced and orchestrated his music will live on forever rest in peace. Cobb.
Met him last Year at his press conference ... Jazz Festival At The Cape Sun Hotel... Shook His Hand... "My Words To MR Al... THANK YOU!!!
+Cledwyn Tyler Cool! Thank you. He can never be thanked too much...such a wonderful, unique, beautifully talented soul. A blessing to the world, indeed.
Might be my favorite cassette of all times. Memories of Paterson New Jersey 1981!!!
CCP!
Houston's own Bobby Lyle and Patches Stewart.
He will always be my idol :)
me 3......
LYRICS (YEAR 1981):
I can recall those warm summer days
No decisions, child's play
Did they slip away?
Gone forever, gone forever
Lost to yesterday
From the beginning you've been
Always there my old friend
True until the end of time
As I walk down streets full of amber leaves
I see nothing's really changed at all
We're just older now
Still together, still together
After all these years
And from the beginning you've been
Always there my old friend
True until the end of time
My old friend
From the beginning you've been
Always there my old friend
True until the end of time
Still together, after all these years!
And from the beginning you've been
Always there my old friend
True until the end of time
My old friend
From the beginning you've been
Always there my old friend
True until the end of time
My old friend
From the beginning you've been
Always there my old friend
You' ve been true until the end of time
Please give props to the sidemen...that's Bobby Lyle who has been doing it for a long while!
rest my old friend!!
one of my fav's from Sir Al!!! i fell in love with music as a young man cuz of him Thanks! i had this album!! A youngee...lol
New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival 2014! I will see you Mr. Jarreau!
AL JARREAU I HOPE TO SEE YOU AGAIN...THE LAST TIME I SAW YOU WAS IN VIRGINIA 2010, AT THE FERGUSON CENTER FOR THE ARTS. YOU ARE A GREAT TALENT. HAVE BEEN A FAN FOR 35 YEARS. BE WELL.
Still listening!!! LOL
I love you and your music and your voice forever, dear Al.... Rip near Lord
Just think, AJ was going to be a Psychologist. Thanks J. Stansbury for turning me on to his music back in '78.
My OLD FRIEND MILDRED
THIS SONG IS THE WAY I FELT ABOUT HER
MUCH LOVE MY FRIEND
My favorite Al Jarreau song, after "Easy"!
Met him once in New Haven, Ct. back in the early 80's. Worked for a Top 40 radio station and he was our guest star. Real down to earth and oh so humble. Was a treat.
Thanks for all Al...I you are my old friend forever.... I hope to see you in Paradise once a time.... Rip
Every musicians journey begins with his/hers voice, and then it usually transforms into a physical instrument that fits the soul. Al's instrument kept to its purest form... rhythm, voice, melody, mind, body, and spirit... the physical instrument is nothing more than Al.
I met Al (of all places) when I was shopping at the Gelson's market in Tarzana, CA. in 2002. What a humble man... I was so happy to finally meet him. I was really lost for words, but so happy to shake his hand. Thanks Al !
Heavy lyrics, heavy melody lot's of emotion. Hope this song touches your heart and allows love to come in. Thanks Al. Peace and Blessing to everyone worldwide from chocolate city..
that song....I am really miss my old friend...
Brilliant upload Gammaseven - thanks! Please give us more of this concert if you have it.
Looks like Micheal "Patches" Stewart on Flugelhorn...
AL your the man still love hearing your tunes after all these years simply the best .................................KEV from Newcastle UK
The way he sings is amazing! I wish I could sing like this one day.
true friendship singing about it.
He don't need no music...his voice is an instrument . When you coming back to Central Florida??
This is one of the bast artists of all of times!
malefik63 era lì..io purtroppo no.. avevo 17 anni all'epoca..lo amo da allora..grande Al sei stato sei e sarai fonte di immaginazione, creazione, vitalità. Video straordinario questo, voce inconfondibile, sempre più eterna.
Al Jarreau is my favorite singer ever. He is so smooth and great to listen to. Love it!
Im so glad I was one of those kids born in the 80s just before the crappy music took over the airwaves... as a baby growing up I still got to hear Al on the radio.
i love it! its my wedding song
Great choice for a wedding song!
Juillet 2022 🇨🇵
EH!!!!
MY OLD FRIENDS.
Tu me manques...
À moi!
Repose en paix
Alvin Alvarez...Jarrau
🙏🌌🌠🤞
Ooooo, thank u - I was looking hi & lo trying to figure who the flugel man was! It's my most fave instrument, then Fr horn, then everything else somewhere along the way! (Brass is the one inst family I haven't played. Weird, huh?
Who else does he play with??
I can recall those warm summer days No decisions, child's play Did they slip away? Gone forever, gone forever Lost to yesterday From the beginning you've been Always there my old friend True until the end of time As I walk down, streets full of amber leaves I see nothing's really changed at all We're just older now Still together, still together After all these years And from the beginning you've been Always there my old friend True until the end of time My old friend From the beginning you've been Always there my old friend True until the end of time Still together, after all these years And from the beginning you've been Always there my old friend True until the end of time My old friend But from the beginning you've been Always there my old friend True until the end of time My old friend But from the beginning you've been Always there my old friend You've been true until the end of time My old friend From the beginning you've been Always there my old friend True until the end of time
Novembre 2023 🇫🇷 1:44
Maintenant tu est part les tiens là haut 🌟⭐️🌠
Repose en paix alvin Lopez jarrau
@MasterBlasterMusic I agree. I real emotional ditty too. You can weep as this it's so well crafted
oh man! Boy did we jam Al back in my Air Force days (Ramstein GE) ....where you at fellas?
@gjbigelow Best love story I've heard in a long time... may you continue to live happily ever after!!!
Cosa dire? Ci sono parole forse? ...
Per una nuova consapevolezza..questo è un video musicale dedicato..semplicemente..
all'Umanità.
Grazie Al..Sei nel mio cuore. Uno cone me. Uno con tutto cio che E'.
Amazing voice.
I love this album (Yes, it was an "album" when I bought it!)
I love this song so many good memories.just got out the airforce travis afb. and moved to oakland ca. age 22 and carefree.
Truly, a classic. Thank you Al. Thank you for gammaseven for uploading.