Fun fact…. In 1997, a Guinness World Record was set for the longest held musical note when Kenny G used circular breathing to sustain an E-flat on a saxophone for 45 minutes and 47 seconds…
Saw him at the Gorge Amphitheater in George, Washington. Most romantic setting listening to Kenny G and gazing at the sunset over the Columbia River. ❤
Yep, I played tenor sax. Both Tenor and Soprano are in the key of B flat. I always wanted to switch to Soprano for the convenience of the smaller instrument 😂. Got tired of carrying the big case to school and home everyday 🤷♀️. Was told NO, we don’t do Soprano sax in marching bad 🤔.
There are more than 4 types, for example, I also play the C Melody sax (which slots between the Alto and Tenor saxes). There is also the bass saxophone, and several more.
There’s nothing more romantic than Kenny G music turned down low with the lights off in the bedroom. There is no telling how many kids were conceived to his music.
FUN FACTS regarding this song and artist. 1) In the CARS movie this song made the semi truck fall asleep. 2) KENNY G played the sax on JOHNNY GILL's "MY, MY, MY" that you reacted to yesterday. 3) KENNY G is also the featured sax player on Peabo Bryson's "By the Time This Night is Over," Michael Bolton's "Missing You Now", and Lenny Williams' "Don't Make Me Wait For Love"
Kenny G is from my neck of the woods here in Washington! Isn't this the same song that's played during one of the "Cars" movies on the highway to get the big rig to fall asleep? So funny - but Kenny has some duets with singers that make a great pairing. Check out his collabs with Toni Braxton, Michael Bolton, Celine Dion, Peabo Bryson, Whitney Houston, Aaron Neville, Smokey Robinson, Babyface, Lenny Williams, Richard Marx, and even Earth, Wind & Fire!!! So many great songs to relax to and a few bops in there too! Kenny G gets a bad rap sometimes or his music is called "corny" or elevator music - but to each their own - Kenny G is a huge success in his own right. Some other instrumental artists to consider would be George Winston and Yanni (both pianists) - Winston's "December" album specifically is magical! Although Yanni tends to land in the "corny" category - also John Tesh - but the talent and beauty of the music is what counts!! Love y'all - keep smiling!! 🎹
Jay I'm so proud of you. I'm 54 years old and I have loved different genres of music all of my life. For you to have come from a lover of rap to embrace jazz and r&b especially the slow jams does my heart good. Never be pigeon held to one form of music. Your soul will tell you what you like and don't like. Thisnis a Kenny G classic and I'm glad y'all enjoyed it.
Another great sax player is Candy Dulfer. Her biggest hit is "Lily Was Here" and there's a live version of that song featuring Dave Stewart from Eurythmics.
'Forever in Love' will always be my favorite from Kenny G. It came out the year I met my husband. Every time I hear it, it brings back memories of him and all the wonderful years we shared together. If you plan on getting back to Kenny G, I highly recommend this stunning piece of music.
A lady friend of mine bought tickets for me, her and her daughter. She paid for 8th row tickets, but was given 3rd row, right seats (8th, 9th and 10th seats from the aisle). Wow, it was an incredible performance, and he dd several solos about 10-15 away from the us while either standing or leaning back up against the side stage wall. At one point, while Kenny was doing his usual "walk amongst the crowd and play", he started out in the 3rd balcony, so the lady sitting to my left (seat 7 from the aisle) told her girlfriend that she needed to go to the bathroom and that she was going now because it would take a while before he got down to our level. While she was gone, the bass player and guitarist decided to come down to OUR level and took turns sitting in her seat ... WHILE she was gone. It was amazing but, they got done and returned to the stage, then Kenny emerged on our level and played to our side of the floor, stopped right at the edge of our row and played to us. By the time he returned to the stage, the lady returned from the bathroom and started to sit down and her friend told her about what had happened, and she refused to believe her until everyone ... who had heard her conversation and seen the events unfold while she was gone, turned to her and said, "No, it really happened !!!" She was devastated. So, if you ever go to a Kenny G concert, HOLD IT !!! BTW, yes, this is a Soprano Saxophone. The type your most used to is most likely either the Alto Saxophone (big, round horn at the base) or Tenor sax, the different being the size of the lower opening at the base which loops back up towards the front. However, there are 14 diffe3rent types of saxophones. Now, you NEED to know, this song was written as a love song to a girl, and yes, he DOES do some songs with lyrics, but he doesn't sing them ... he has guest singers for that, like Lenny Williams (Tower of Power), Michael Bolton, etc.
I’ve seen Kenny in concert several times. One thing he does during his concerts is hold single notes for a very long time (like a minute or more) because he can play the note and breathe at the same time. He is one of the best saxophonists out there.
I saw Kenny G open for Whitney Houston at Reunion Arena in Dallas back in, I think, 1989. The stage was set up in them middle of the floor for the two performers to perform "in the round," and Kenny G took off into the audience and walked all through the arena, and even up the stairs into the upper sections on the side. It was a phenomenal experience. And then, of course, after he was done, we saw a pretty young Whitney Houston do her magic. I had backstage passes that night and got to meet 'em both. (Although I had already met Kenny G when he came by the radio station I was working at back then.)
You guys should check out some of John Williams' live orchestra. He did the music for Star Wars, Indiana Jones, Harry Potter, Jurassic Park, Superman, Home Alone, ET, Jaws, Hook, Schindler's List, etc... and even composed four Olympic themes.
One of my most favorite quotes of all time came from Kenny G. Keep 2 things in mind - I am not Christian. I'm pagan. And second, Kenny G is Jewish, not Christian. One year he put out a GORGEOUS Christmas album. His Jewish friends - and people in general - asked him why he would put out a Christmas album when he's Jewish. His response (and I'm para-quoting because I can't remember his exact words) was: "Christmas music is some of the most beautiful music ever written. And one does not have to be Christian to enjoy beautiful music." Truer words were never spoken.
Kenny G. from seattle,wash. a jazz musician played with another jazz group the jeff lorber fusion before becoming famous on his own that instrument he's playing is a soprano sax also play's the tenor sax check out his debut album which this song is on is called duotones lot's of good instrumental jazz songs !
@@deezerbee81 you're right i don't know what i was thinking i used to like the song and played it since I'm a musician the tune the shuffle on am I right his debut album Kenny 82"
If you like sax players, try David Sanborn's "High Roller" and Gato Barbieri's 'Europa", And also another jazz musician you should check out is Tim Weisberg. He plays flute "Party of One."
Go all the way back to beginning with Kenny G on his first album called G Force....He neat song called Tribeca and song with singing ...Hi, How You Doing, Hey What's Happening Baby......Also, another great Soprano Saxophonist like Kenny G is a guy named George Howard. Listen to George Howard with Johnny Gill on song from 1988. Just like Kenny G, George Howard was really good...
I've been trying for years to get them to listen to Smooth Jazz. They often talk about loving the sax, piano, flute, trumpet, etc, solos in other songs, but won't dive into the world that truly features those and other instruments. 🫤
I love Kenny G! Songbird is one of my favorites! I'm glad you were finally able to give him a listen! He was playing a soprano saxophone in this video.
Saxophones aren't horns. They are classed as woodwind instruments. It has nothing to do with the material they're made from (flutes are made of metal), it's how the sound is produced. Woodwinds need to either blow across or down a mouthpiece and many use a reed to make the sound. Brass instruments require embouchure, a way of using the lips to create a sound. Kenny G uses a straight through soprano sax, looks a little bit like a clarinet or oboe.
Another great instrumental for you to check out is The Seduction, by James Last. It’s got sax for you Amber and piano for you Jay, and if music can be called sexy, this is it!
And by the way, if you love this song, you will love the entire genre of "Smooth Jazz." Why? Because this is one of the biggest smooth jazz hits of all-time. Just know that it has nothing to do with jazz (jazz fans are quick to point that out -- it is closer to R&B than it ever could be to jazz).
Squad, look for the vocal support for Kenny G's earlier albums (mid-80s). One great one is "What Does it Take", which is on this very album. Kenny does not sing but in the 80s he surrounded himself with some great vocal talent. Ellis Hall (from Tower of Power) is the vocalist on this song, a remake that is solidly made for Kenny's style as well as the late 80s vibe.
I cannot begin to tell you how EVERYWHERE this song was when it came out. We drowned in this song. Instrumentals weren't popular then, but he took us by storm.
Thank you. One of my dad's favorites. Kenny came to my town a couple years after my dad passed and my mom and I got to meet him. This was the first song he played and I was in tears throughout the whole show. Just like now.
That was a deep breath and a joy. Sax is such a versatile instrument. Fancy seeing a player playing two at the same time? It's in a solo (duet?) of "Hit me with your Rhythm Stick" by Ian Dury and the Blockheads which was a UK number 1. It's a riot and will put a big smile on your faces. Maybe someone could enlighten me which two saxes were being played? Then go back to Kenny G to calm down again.
Toni Braxton and Kenny G in concert was great! How can an angel break my heart is really good on Toni’s album which he played. Anything from the Secrets album is great and might be playing the sax on.
I have requested her before also along with Kenny G. So when I saw this I hoped to remind them. Toni is one of the BEST. Unbreak my heart is a fav along with Your making my high.
Growing up in the 90s, there were 2 Kenny G songs that I have visceral memories of hearing EVERYWHERE. "Forever in Love" and "Sentimental". I found them again like a year or 2 ago and was hit with the hardest nostalgia wave.
OH - THIS MAN!!! SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO GOOD!!! Was SO HUGE!!! ...and, you can see why - WHAT a TALENT!!! :) HUGS, YOU-GUYS!!! Thanks for reacting to this one!!!
Kenny G is a very gifted sax player. I saw him in Portland when he was the sax player for jeff Lorber who is a fine musician in his own right, mostly specializing in funk fusion jazz. Love me some jeff lorber. He also helped launch the career of the gifted sax player and Grammy winning artist Dave Koz. Kenny G is a soft player in general. Check out The Wedding Song. It’s haunting and sweet. My fav Dave Koz album is the work he did with his brother Jeff Koz who mostly accompanies his sax playing with acoustic guitar.i think you will love his upbeat toetapper song Flat Feet to his smoothe jazz tribute to his late father Remembrance. Also that album treats you to Dave’s voice in the very sweet song, That’s the Way I Feel About You. My Back Porch is very fun. I love every song on the album and that’s rare. The song that really made me a Dave Koz fan was hit first hit I ever remember Together Again from his album, The Dance. Dave was also the sax player for Richard Marx who if you’ve never reacted to, you totally should. He’s such a great song writer and singer
Kenny! There are a lot of people that make jokes about Kenny's music. Jealousy, I guess. People made fun of Celine's music too. A badge of honor imo. He is awesome. You have to check out his christmas albums too. Huge sellers....
I was always into instrumentals. Even back in the 70s when I was a kid. I was stunned when the synthesizer-wizard Jean-Michel Jarre had his european breakthrough in 1976/77 with 'OXYGENE IV' taken from the even successful album 'OXYGENE'.
Most ppl are used to seeing the mid-sized saxophone called the Alto Saxophone, slight bigger is the baritone saxophone, Kenny G plays the soprano saxophone
This song played EVERYWHERE when it came out. Gotta love that soprano saxophone!
The 80s. Most of it. Was jazz on radio. Kenny doesnt sing . Try another amazing saxophonist David Sanborn. My favorite.
@@mstewart109 Love David Sanborn, but my favorite is Boney James.
Literally EVERYWHERE (malls, doctor offices, restaurants, department stores, vehicles, etc) 😎
Yep, even The Weather Channel used it for their background music ALL DAY LONG for must've been a year or two.
Tru Dat
Fun fact…. In 1997, a Guinness World Record was set for the longest held musical note when Kenny G used circular breathing to sustain an E-flat on a saxophone for 45 minutes and 47 seconds…
Saw him hold a note while the band sat and ate pizza on stage! 😄
I heard about this.... amazing
Kenny G. is the definition of Smooth Jazz in the 80s
The Quiet Storm 🌧
I loved Smooth Jazz.
Not a word was spoken, but a million words were said.
Michael Bolton And Kenny G ,........"Missing you"
I'm shocked! You guys finally reacted to Kenny G. I'm a big fan. I've been to 24 of his concerts,
That's 1 concert on my bucket list.
@@vince4871 , They did because of their recent Johnny Gill My My My reaction in which they were floored by the Kenny G sax in there.
Saw him at the Gorge Amphitheater in George, Washington. Most romantic setting listening to Kenny G and gazing at the sunset over the Columbia River. ❤
24? That’s impressive
Kenny G was everywhere back in the day...he was like Michael McDonald, but with the saxophone. Love this instrumental!
Silhouette is another hit, my favorite Kenny G song is "Forever in love".
That's a soprano saxophone. There are 4 types of saxes, from highest register to lowest, soprano, alto, tenor and baritone.
You reminded me of the prominent baritone sax in "Shake It Off" T. Swift.
Yep, I played tenor sax. Both Tenor and Soprano are in the key of B flat. I always wanted to switch to Soprano for the convenience of the smaller instrument 😂. Got tired of carrying the big case to school and home everyday 🤷♀️. Was told NO, we don’t do Soprano sax in marching bad 🤔.
There are more than 4 types, for example, I also play the C Melody sax (which slots between the Alto and Tenor saxes). There is also the bass saxophone, and several more.
@@corsa180 True, though you don't hear those very often.
There are 5 types actually. You forgot the "bass" saxophone.
There’s nothing more romantic than Kenny G music turned down low with the lights off in the bedroom. There is no telling how many kids were conceived to his music.
Unless they see J.'s crime theme. 😆
FUN FACTS regarding this song and artist. 1) In the CARS movie this song made the semi truck fall asleep. 2) KENNY G played the sax on JOHNNY GILL's "MY, MY, MY" that you reacted to yesterday. 3) KENNY G is also the featured sax player on Peabo Bryson's "By the Time This Night is Over," Michael Bolton's "Missing You Now", and Lenny Williams' "Don't Make Me Wait For Love"
Toni Braton
Thanks I didn’t know he did all of that. I know he is amazing.
@@videovoryer Braxton.
Kenny G is from my neck of the woods here in Washington! Isn't this the same song that's played during one of the "Cars" movies on the highway to get the big rig to fall asleep? So funny - but Kenny has some duets with singers that make a great pairing. Check out his collabs with Toni Braxton, Michael Bolton, Celine Dion, Peabo Bryson, Whitney Houston, Aaron Neville, Smokey Robinson, Babyface, Lenny Williams, Richard Marx, and even Earth, Wind & Fire!!! So many great songs to relax to and a few bops in there too! Kenny G gets a bad rap sometimes or his music is called "corny" or elevator music - but to each their own - Kenny G is a huge success in his own right. Some other instrumental artists to consider would be George Winston and Yanni (both pianists) - Winston's "December" album specifically is magical! Although Yanni tends to land in the "corny" category - also John Tesh - but the talent and beauty of the music is what counts!! Love y'all - keep smiling!! 🎹
THANK YOUUUUUUU…FOR KENNY G!! He is our home boy!
Herb Alpert during the disco era with a top 10 hit: "Rise"
It is one of the best instrumental hits of the past 50 years.
They reacted to it already.
The last instrumental to hit #1 was "Miami Vice Theme" by Jan Hammer. "Chariots of Fire" by Vangelis also hit #1 in the 80's.
@@stephentaylor6617 Last instrumental to hit #1 was "Harlem Shake" in 2013
Kool & the Gang-Summer Madness
Jay I'm so proud of you. I'm 54 years old and I have loved different genres of music all of my life. For you to have come from a lover of rap to embrace jazz and r&b especially the slow jams does my heart good. Never be pigeon held to one form of music. Your soul will tell you what you like and don't like. Thisnis a Kenny G classic and I'm glad y'all enjoyed it.
Another great sax player is Candy Dulfer. Her biggest hit is "Lily Was Here" and there's a live version of that song featuring Dave Stewart from Eurythmics.
They’ve done it.
If you’ve seen Pretty Woman, this song is playing when Edward returns to the hotel and Vivian is wearing nothing but the tie she got him lol
This. Whole. Album!!! Was great!!!
LOVE KENNY G, saw him in concert in the 80s. He would walk up the aisles playing his saxophone!🎷
I saw him once in the late 80's too with Michael Bolton, and he walked up and down the aisles playing while Michael sang. Awesome!!
You can never go wrong with Kenny G but Silhouette is another great song by Kenny G
Don’t make me wait for love Kenny G sings in this one
Kenny G is the Eddie Van Halen of Sax. He can shred it
'Forever in Love' will always be my favorite from Kenny G. It came out the year I met my husband. Every time I hear it, it brings back memories of him and all the wonderful years we shared together. If you plan on getting back to Kenny G, I highly recommend this stunning piece of music.
A lady friend of mine bought tickets for me, her and her daughter. She paid for 8th row tickets, but was given 3rd row, right seats (8th, 9th and 10th seats from the aisle). Wow, it was an incredible performance, and he dd several solos about 10-15 away from the us while either standing or leaning back up against the side stage wall. At one point, while Kenny was doing his usual "walk amongst the crowd and play", he started out in the 3rd balcony, so the lady sitting to my left (seat 7 from the aisle) told her girlfriend that she needed to go to the bathroom and that she was going now because it would take a while before he got down to our level.
While she was gone, the bass player and guitarist decided to come down to OUR level and took turns sitting in her seat ... WHILE she was gone. It was amazing but, they got done and returned to the stage, then Kenny emerged on our level and played to our side of the floor, stopped right at the edge of our row and played to us.
By the time he returned to the stage, the lady returned from the bathroom and started to sit down and her friend told her about what had happened, and she refused to believe her until everyone ... who had heard her conversation and seen the events unfold while she was gone, turned to her and said, "No, it really happened !!!" She was devastated.
So, if you ever go to a Kenny G concert, HOLD IT !!! BTW, yes, this is a Soprano Saxophone. The type your most used to is most likely either the Alto Saxophone (big, round horn at the base) or Tenor sax, the different being the size of the lower opening at the base which loops back up towards the front. However, there are 14 diffe3rent types of saxophones.
Now, you NEED to know, this song was written as a love song to a girl, and yes, he DOES do some songs with lyrics, but he doesn't sing them ... he has guest singers for that, like Lenny Williams (Tower of Power), Michael Bolton, etc.
*Michael Bolton* & *Kenny G* How am I supposed to live without you !!! 🔥🔥
I used to listen to a mix of Kenny G n Richard Marx while I wrote short stories.... that was my free time ❤
Kenny makes his Sax sing. He shows as much emotion while playing as the great balladeers do when singing.
David Sanborn and his song Let’s Just Say Goodbye is smooth jazz sax ecstasy
YES!!
I love Chicago Song.
You really should do one instrumental every week on the channel, you would discover a whole new world of awesomeness !
I think once every couple blue moons they should do an original song and a cover of it to compare which they liked best.
I’ve seen Kenny in concert several times. One thing he does during his concerts is hold single notes for a very long time (like a minute or more) because he can play the note and breathe at the same time. He is one of the best saxophonists out there.
I saw him in concert. Toni Braxton opened for him. She stole the show.
The instrument is a SOPRANO SAXOPHONE.
The whole live album is fantastic!!
I saw Kenny G open for Whitney Houston at Reunion Arena in Dallas back in, I think, 1989. The stage was set up in them middle of the floor for the two performers to perform "in the round," and Kenny G took off into the audience and walked all through the arena, and even up the stairs into the upper sections on the side. It was a phenomenal experience. And then, of course, after he was done, we saw a pretty young Whitney Houston do her magic. I had backstage passes that night and got to meet 'em both. (Although I had already met Kenny G when he came by the radio station I was working at back then.)
You guys should check out some of John Williams' live orchestra. He did the music for Star Wars, Indiana Jones, Harry Potter, Jurassic Park, Superman, Home Alone, ET, Jaws, Hook, Schindler's List, etc... and even composed four Olympic themes.
We used his song in our wedding Forever in Love. I walked down the aisle to it. Our 28th anniversary was this weekend.
My 86 year old mother listens to Kenny G every night while falling asleep..
Reminds me of my 73 year old mother saying back then she liked his music. I was shocked.
My mom took me to see him when he came to Tulsa back in the day.
Literally giving the people what they want 24 hours later. My, My, My, what a surprise.
They couldn't get enough of Kenny G back in the day, very popular
One of my most favorite quotes of all time came from Kenny G. Keep 2 things in mind - I am not Christian. I'm pagan. And second, Kenny G is Jewish, not Christian. One year he put out a GORGEOUS Christmas album. His Jewish friends - and people in general - asked him why he would put out a Christmas album when he's Jewish. His response (and I'm para-quoting because I can't remember his exact words) was: "Christmas music is some of the most beautiful music ever written. And one does not have to be Christian to enjoy beautiful music." Truer words were never spoken.
I have that Christmas CD.
This song was everything 🙌 😍 ❤️
Kenny G. from seattle,wash. a jazz musician played with another jazz group the jeff lorber fusion before becoming famous on his own that instrument he's playing is a soprano sax also play's the tenor sax check out his debut album which this song is on is called duotones lot's of good instrumental jazz songs !
Duotones is his fourth solo album
1982-Kenny G
1983-G-Force *(My Favourite)
1985-Gravity
1986-Duotones
@@deezerbee81 you're right i don't know what i was thinking i used to like the song and played it since I'm a musician the tune the shuffle on am I right his debut album Kenny 82"
@@JoeCruz-hs2yt
Yep...
.I loved The shuffle too
...stop and go...
Tell me and come close off the album
I bought this CD when it came out, the whole album is amazing
Love me some Kenny G… his music is beautiful and relaxing ❤
If you like sax players, try David Sanborn's "High Roller" and Gato Barbieri's
'Europa", And also another jazz musician you should check out is Tim Weisberg. He plays flute "Party of One."
If you’re going sax, then David Sanborn is a must…Chicago Song, Pearls, list goes on
I suggested this when he passed away. But they were so anti instrumental, which is odd. Great jazz is mostly instrumental.
Exactly! @@blackblake3658
Yes, there’s so much great jazz out there @@blackblake3658
This man album back then was a vibe and still is
Kenny G, the Wedding Song, brings me to tears
Go all the way back to beginning with Kenny G on his first album called G Force....He neat song called Tribeca and song with singing ...Hi, How You Doing, Hey What's Happening Baby......Also, another great Soprano Saxophonist like Kenny G is a guy named George Howard. Listen to George Howard with Johnny Gill on song from 1988. Just like Kenny G, George Howard was really good...
That''s his second album.....also my favorite
"I Wanna be yours" is my jam on there...
jammed to Tribeca as well
Smooth jazz!! I love this stuff so much. Give us more.
I've been trying for years to get them to listen to Smooth Jazz. They often talk about loving the sax, piano, flute, trumpet, etc, solos in other songs, but won't dive into the world that truly features those and other instruments. 🫤
@@LMmccallL57 Maybe after this video they will see and hear what they have been missing.
This song gives me strong memories of grocery shopping with my mom as a child in the 80s. 😂 I feel like it was played EVERYWHERE!
Yippie!!! I am so glad you are finally getting around to reacting to Kenny G.!!!
Next up John Tesh.
Great stuff! He has two Christmas cds that are fantastic! They are played every year in my home.
Actually, saxophones are considered woodwinds and not horns. Mangione played a flugelhorn, similar to a French horn and is considered brass.
I love kenny g. My 2 favorite songs of his are THE MOMENT and SENTIMENTAL
This reminds me of Snow White and Bird of paradise.
Just beautiful smooth jazz. Love Kenny G
I love Kenny G! Songbird is one of my favorites! I'm glad you were finally able to give him a listen! He was playing a soprano saxophone in this video.
Kenny G was the bomb!!! I think everyone enjoyed his smoothie and captivating music!!❤❤❤❤
That is a Soprano Sax that is why it looks that way, it is a higher note Sax. Kenny G brings back so many memories and has so much nostalgia attached.
Thank you for diving into the world of contemporary jazz. It's not recognized enough.
Saxophones aren't horns. They are classed as woodwind instruments. It has nothing to do with the material they're made from (flutes are made of metal), it's how the sound is produced. Woodwinds need to either blow across or down a mouthpiece and many use a reed to make the sound. Brass instruments require embouchure, a way of using the lips to create a sound.
Kenny G uses a straight through soprano sax, looks a little bit like a clarinet or oboe.
(& just for J. & Amber's knowledge, clarinets & oboes are ALSO "woodwinds" - woodwind instruments.)
Dave Koz and Najee are two other artists that play sax and have some great music.
Should try Herb Alpert his an amazing horn player and musician along with his wife, who has done so much for children and humanity with his success!
It's about time. I've been suggesting him for over a year. He's great
Kenny g is fanastic
Another great instrumental for you to check out is The Seduction, by James Last. It’s got sax for you Amber and piano for you Jay, and if music can be called sexy, this is it!
This was HUGE when it came out, and it's still good!😊
U wanna check out a lead singer who not only plays the sax but also sings? Then check out "Take Me To Heart" by Quarter Flash.
And by the way, if you love this song, you will love the entire genre of "Smooth Jazz."
Why? Because this is one of the biggest smooth jazz hits of all-time. Just know that it has nothing to do with jazz (jazz fans are quick to point that out -- it is closer to R&B than it ever could be to jazz).
Yes, Song Bird was played a lot when it was new. Kenny G is a great saxophonist
Squad, look for the vocal support for Kenny G's earlier albums (mid-80s). One great one is "What Does it Take", which is on this very album. Kenny does not sing but in the 80s he surrounded himself with some great vocal talent. Ellis Hall (from Tower of Power) is the vocalist on this song, a remake that is solidly made for Kenny's style as well as the late 80s vibe.
And Toni Braxton, Why Did An Angel Break My Heart.
Omg Yas!!! You gotta do Kenny’s Midnight Motion as well, that’s my fave 🔥
OMG, I was 22 and heartbroken when this was a hit. Comes right back to me.💔
Junior Walker and the Allstars!
First time I heard Kenny G it was with Michael Borden saw them in concert together
I cannot begin to tell you how EVERYWHERE this song was when it came out. We drowned in this song. Instrumentals weren't popular then, but he took us by storm.
So dreamy. Ultimate relaxation tune. Beautiful ☺
Thank you. One of my dad's favorites. Kenny came to my town a couple years after my dad passed and my mom and I got to meet him. This was the first song he played and I was in tears throughout the whole show. Just like now.
You guys will love "Midnight Motion" and "Sade"
That was a deep breath and a joy. Sax is such a versatile instrument. Fancy seeing a player playing two at the same time? It's in a solo (duet?) of "Hit me with your Rhythm Stick" by Ian Dury and the Blockheads which was a UK number 1. It's a riot and will put a big smile on your faces. Maybe someone could enlighten me which two saxes were being played? Then go back to Kenny G to calm down again.
Always loved Kenny G for oh so many many years
Saw Kenny G and Michael Bolton in concert in Louisville, KY. Awesome!
I bet that was awesome!
Kenny g the legend his greatest hits is fire its on my play list
Love Kenny G.... Check out Grover Washington Jr. and Bill Withers- "Just The Two of Us"
Soprano saxophone is a B flat
Tenor saxophone is a B flat
Alto saxophone is a E flat
Baritone saxophone is a E flat concert
Here in Brazil, many weddings had the entrance to the church to the sound of Kenny G., many songs for the brides to choose from.
I had the pleasure of seeing Kenny G in City Music Hall back in the 90's. He gave a great show.
Toni Braxton and Kenny G in concert was great! How can an angel break my heart is really good on Toni’s album which he played. Anything from the Secrets album is great and might be playing the sax on.
hard to believe they haven't done Toni Braxton yet. "Un-Break My Heart" and "Breathe Again" would be a good start.
I can't believe they have never done Toni and I request her every day.
I have requested her before also along with Kenny G. So when I saw this I hoped to remind them. Toni is one of the BEST. Unbreak my heart is a fav along with Your making my high.
Saw Kenny G at an amphitheater in Santa Fe under a cloudless moonlight. He was fantastic!
Very few musicians play the Soprano saxophone, but Kenny G made it very popular. Kenny G is the man!
Growing up in the 90s, there were 2 Kenny G songs that I have visceral memories of hearing EVERYWHERE. "Forever in Love" and "Sentimental". I found them again like a year or 2 ago and was hit with the hardest nostalgia wave.
kenny g is one greatest performers ever this one of my favorites here been a fan since 1987
OH - THIS MAN!!! SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO GOOD!!! Was SO HUGE!!! ...and, you can see why - WHAT a TALENT!!! :) HUGS, YOU-GUYS!!! Thanks for reacting to this one!!!
you guy would love Euge Groove Chillaxin
Kenny G is a very gifted sax player. I saw him in Portland when he was the sax player for jeff Lorber who is a fine musician in his own right, mostly specializing in funk fusion jazz. Love me some jeff lorber. He also helped launch the career of the gifted sax player and Grammy winning artist Dave Koz. Kenny G is a soft player in general. Check out The Wedding Song. It’s haunting and sweet. My fav Dave Koz album is the work he did with his brother Jeff Koz who mostly accompanies his sax playing with acoustic guitar.i think you will love his upbeat toetapper song Flat Feet to his smoothe jazz tribute to his late father Remembrance. Also that album treats you to Dave’s voice in the very sweet song, That’s the Way I Feel About You. My Back Porch is very fun. I love every song on the album and that’s rare. The song that really made me a Dave Koz fan was hit first hit I ever remember Together Again from his album, The Dance. Dave was also the sax player for Richard Marx who if you’ve never reacted to, you totally should. He’s such a great song writer and singer
for amber Chuck Mangione. give it all you got. you will love this song
Kenny! There are a lot of people that make jokes about Kenny's music. Jealousy, I guess. People made fun of Celine's music too. A badge of honor imo. He is awesome. You have to check out his christmas albums too. Huge sellers....
If you were ever in a dentist office or a department store in the late 80s and 90s, you have heard this song.
I was always into instrumentals. Even back in the 70s when I was a kid. I was stunned when the synthesizer-wizard Jean-Michel Jarre had his european breakthrough in 1976/77 with 'OXYGENE IV' taken from the even successful album 'OXYGENE'.
Most ppl are used to seeing the mid-sized saxophone called the Alto Saxophone, slight bigger is the baritone saxophone, Kenny G plays the soprano saxophone