Billy is a British rock icon from the 80's with so many great songs. Eyes without a face, White Wedding, Rock the cradle. Most notably he became a naturalized US citizen after living in and out of NY for decades. He said receiving his citizenship was one of his greatest accomplishments.
80's Punk Rock. Billy Idol is an Icon. Other songs and videos to check out by him is the concert version of MONY MONY, EYES WITHOUT A FACE, DANCING WITH MYSELF, CRADLE OF LOVE. He's got a rabbit hole. You'll enjoy.
Billy idol is British and his first band was"generation x" definitely punk! Another good song is"eyes without a face, flesh for fantasy, white wedding, cradle of love.......etc✌️
Although their third album Kiss me Deadly I would say is more New Wave than Punk. And includes the classic Dancing with myself. Billy always kept a little punk in him though👏👏
I wouldn't really call Billy Idol "punk". I mean there is a touch of that, but blended heavily with new wave and rock n roll. He kind of had his own sound and style, like Elvis gone 80s.
He also hold dual British and American Citizenship. His family spent several years living on Long Island New York when he was very small(his sister was born in the US) before moving back to the UK when he was around 7 or 8.
An 80's rocker who was known for partying hard. He partied soo hard one time, they had to call the military to get him out of a hotel room, escort him onto a plane, strap him down, and fly him out of the country.
Billy Idol Mony Mony for crowd participation! Their sound is really music driven. Big shout to the band members! Steve Stevens really shreds that guitar and still tours with Billy.
Not wrong about the Elvis vibes. He´s always been a big fan of the King. You want to give "To Be A Lover" a shot. It´s pretty clear to hear on that one.
Imagine Billy pointing to you in the crowd and singing this song to you. Have a young lady feeling some type of way. I'm surprised yall didn't comment on the strong drums here now that yall are really into drums. Also Billy Idol did have a few Cameos in movies back in the day
80s punk rock, you came on the scene maybe almost halfway through the Disco era. I was in my twenties during the '80s, it was the greatest time for music and clubs ever.
@@jenniferfoster1692 she's telling me this with me sporting spiked hair of my own at the time hahaa Best was I was seeing this metal dude in HS, he came by my place & my dad is a total character, sees the guy's spiked bracelet & asks to put it on... then snarls and yells "FLESH! FLESH FOR FANTASY!" the bf says "Billy Idol is a dick" aaaaand exit!! Dad said after the awkward silence, "ok then... we'll be seeing you, almost time for dinner here" then later tried bragging that he threw him out for talking shit about Billy!!😂🤣😂
I'm a full-blown metalhead have been for forty years. I love punk and rock'n'roll and Billy is a fucking rock icon. never been disappointed with a single song!
I got to see him live in the 80s. Came to my college. Got everyone up on a frenzy for an encore and then just walked of the stage. I was mad, but on the other hand it was inline with his personality. You may want to check out White Wedding and Mony, Mony.
And when you mention it, he definitely gives off a unique vibe. He almost sings in a older, crooning style, but still hits high notes. Despite belonging to the rock genre, of course.
Definitely worth checking out more Billy Idol he was such an important part of the alternative 80s in the UK and was part of the Bromley contingency who were famously on television with the sex pistils in the 70’s.
Prior to going solo, Billy Idol was a punk icon as he was in the punk band "X". I think that is what you are picking up on. However, he does also seem influenced by Elvis, in his low tones and his upper lip curl. His sex appeal was just as great as Elvis too! Except more raw and edgy. My brother cultivated his look for a while in his teens. I, on the other hand, love the guitarist Steve Stevens. I love that ray gun sound he makes, the all black vinyl outfit, jet black crazy hair. I got a BA in music, with major instrument being classical guitar, but I love his solo's. Steve Steven's is the embodiment of an 80's guitar god. He also did the solo in Michael Jackson's "Dirty Diana". I love the solo in "Eyes without a Face", which is my favorite. Idol and Stevens complemented each other so well.
I totally love how honest and respectful you guys are! Even if 9 out of 10 videos would never be on your personal play lists you keep it real and I love that!
One of the BEST ARTISTS to come out of the NEW WAVE movement from the 80's. Other GREAT 80's bands: Depeche Mode, U2, Talking Heads, Oingo Boingo, X, Prince, THE CURE, BIG AUDIO DYNAMITE, VILENT FEMMES, MINISTRY, BAUHAUS, DEVO, THE RAMONES, THE CULT, P.I.L, THE SMITHS, TEARS FOR FEARS, THE ENGLISH BEAT, MADONNA, ECHO AND THE BUNNYMEN, B52's, BEASTIE BOYS, RUN DMC, PSYCHEDELIC FURS, REM, THE CLASH to name a few. Lol. 💯🔥🤯🤞✌
If you’re into Punk Rock,you would of heard of Billy Idol,and like the bloke below,yes ,Billy is a Rock Icon,who can still fill Stadiums Anywhere In the World..🎸🎸🎸🎸.Yes ,he did admire Elvis,and imitated him abit..
Rebel Yell was played throughout the 80s. It's just one of those songs that stick a liftime with you. Yes this dope song was used in movies it was massive back in the day. Rebel Yell was released by the end of 1983 but as I said a hit through the entire decade. Billy was one of the greats of the 80s and he had a lot of hits also into the 90s. You may try Sweet 16... Elvis...yes that was him doing Elvis absolutely! He was inspired by a lot of great guys. I love his version of L.A.Woman(The Doors).
Billy Idol was and still is one of my favourites . He is British . His music is glam rock and new wave Its not typical rock music . Please nothing like Elvis Presley.
Good point. I grew up with this but just realized how much he crafted his image to be Elvis from the voice to the sneer. Of course, the name IDOL was also clever.
I've seen a lot of these rebel yell videos and I have never seen someone not bounce the ole noggin a little bit! 😊 She must be distracted by something! And yes Elvis vibes😂 Guitar dude is Edward Scissorhands Hands😂
One thing about the 80s our music was diverse we had lots of sub genres inside of Blues, Rock, Pop, Punk, Country, Rap and there was lots of crossover. You could hear just about any genre on a pop station. We didn’t feel obligated to own a certain genre of music. We just appreciated good music. Billy idol was more punk with rock edge. Billy was so hot! 😉
Billy Idol was quite the performer, with a kill ass guitar player. Say, guya, m Rupp, of the a capella group Home Free, does an amazing beat box solo drum act. You'll love it, I swear.
Thank you sooo much for this reaction...took me allll the back to high school...i blasted this song everytime it came on the radio....love yalls reactions!!
Punk Rock was a thing at that time...the style of clothes ..the music..etc. The "Elvis Vibe" ... He keeps curling his upper lip and some of his moves give off that vibe! lol
I remember all girls loved Billy That made me jealous at the time He had a lots of energy and carisma... They still love him, but they won't tell you, bro😜
This type of rock is called "Punk Rock" and Billy was the king of it in the early 80's. He and his lead guitar player, Steve Stevens, are still out there rockin' it. They just don't jump around like they used to. I don't either. lol
You're right about the Elvis reference...Elvis had a distinct "crooning" style of vocal as does Billy Idol - very low pitch and sustained. A lot of rock/punk singers adapted this same crooning approach to their vocal style such as Jim Morrison of The Doors, Glenn Danzig of The Misfits/Samhain/Danzig, and Michael Paulson of Volbeat. To validate my statement here, you should really react to the official video by Danzig called "Mother"....I think you'd really vibe to that one!
I got kicked out of my senior English class for missing class on the day of the midterm exam because I went to the Billy Idol concert the night before and got all fucked up. I didn't graduate on time because of that stunt. Totally worth it
I said it when we first saw this song/video on MTV. He reminds me of Elvis. Bad ass Lead Guitarist White Wedding and Mony Mony are great songs of his. British Punk Rocker
Billy Idol started out as punk rock before going more main stream. Elvis was an early influence and he does have a very famous sneer like Elvis did as well🤘🏼
I love that keyboardist's look xD. God the 80s were wild, just looks amazing and fun. You're 100% right on the Elvis vibes, there's a few other 80s bands and songs that had a 50s rock n roll vibe to then
Billy is a British rock icon from the 80's with so many great songs. Eyes without a face, White Wedding, Rock the cradle. Most notably he became a naturalized US citizen after living in and out of NY for decades. He said receiving his citizenship was one of his greatest accomplishments.
80's Punk Rock. Billy Idol is an Icon. Other songs and videos to check out by him is the concert version of MONY MONY, EYES WITHOUT A FACE, DANCING WITH MYSELF, CRADLE OF LOVE. He's got a rabbit hole. You'll enjoy.
Mony Mony, White Wedding, and Hot in the City are his other huge hits. ALL worth a listen.
..and "Flesh For Fantasy"
@@martinsv9183 yes sir
"Dancing With Myself"
Great song. Now time for "White Wedding" by Billy Idol. It's a banger
Billy idol is British and his first band was"generation x" definitely punk! Another good song is"eyes without a face, flesh for fantasy, white wedding, cradle of love.......etc✌️
Although their third album Kiss me Deadly I would say is more New Wave than Punk. And includes the classic Dancing with myself. Billy always kept a little punk in him though👏👏
I wouldn't really call Billy Idol "punk". I mean there is a touch of that, but blended heavily with new wave and rock n roll. He kind of had his own sound and style, like Elvis gone 80s.
Alot of great hits, good band.
He also hold dual British and American Citizenship. His family spent several years living on Long Island New York when he was very small(his sister was born in the US) before moving back to the UK when he was around 7 or 8.
An 80's rocker who was known for partying hard. He partied soo hard one time, they had to call the military to get him out of a hotel room, escort him onto a plane, strap him down, and fly him out of the country.
That's the most 80s thing I've ever heard.
This song was used in The Wedding Singer. Billy Idol did a cameo appearance at the end of the movie as well.
If you ever seen the legend of billy jean it's on there as well, and if you haven't seen it I recommend it, it a good movie.
Also recently in American Horror story. 1984 . Richard Rameriz dancing to it .
Billy Idol Mony Mony for crowd participation! Their sound is really music driven. Big shout to the band members! Steve Stevens really shreds that guitar and still tours with Billy.
Agree, shredds pretty good.
I agree! When he says that “he lives in his own heaven” in that deep voice it really does sound like Elvis
Not wrong about the Elvis vibes. He´s always been a big fan of the King. You want to give "To Be A Lover" a shot. It´s pretty clear to hear on that one.
Ooooh! That’s one of my FAVOURITES!!! Yes! 👏🏻👏🏻
He also has the Elvis lip curl.
Imagine Billy pointing to you in the crowd and singing this song to you. Have a young lady feeling some type of way. I'm surprised yall didn't comment on the strong drums here now that yall are really into drums. Also Billy Idol did have a few Cameos in movies back in the day
“ Dancing with myself “ should be your listen by dude 🤞🏾🔥🔥
80s punk rock, you came on the scene maybe almost halfway through the Disco era. I was in my twenties during the '80s, it was the greatest time for music and clubs ever.
This was a Club Banger way back when!!!! It hyped it up when played, Man! What a BLAST!!!
Y'all should've seen it!😎🔥✌
Billy is the MAN!❤ my entire family loved him, even my grandma used to say he was cute if he would do something with his hair!🙄😂
Haha, his face is absolutely beautiful but his hair is awesome too!
@@jenniferfoster1692 she's telling me this with me sporting spiked hair of my own at the time hahaa
Best was I was seeing this metal dude in HS, he came by my place & my dad is a total character, sees the guy's spiked bracelet & asks to put it on... then snarls and yells "FLESH! FLESH FOR FANTASY!" the bf says "Billy Idol is a dick" aaaaand exit!! Dad said after the awkward silence, "ok then... we'll be seeing you, almost time for dinner here" then later tried bragging that he threw him out for talking shit about Billy!!😂🤣😂
The wedding singer. Billy makes a cameo appearance
This was my era, 80's Rock had a strong r 'n' b twist, and can jive with hip hop!
Billy said one time in a concert I went to that Elvis was one of his influences and idols
I'm a full-blown metalhead have been for forty years. I love punk and rock'n'roll and Billy is a fucking rock icon. never been disappointed with a single song!
Great song and reaction listen to his song white wedding I love some billy he’s like 80s punk rock
He was the lead vocalist in a punk band called Generation X in the 70s
I got to see him live in the 80s. Came to my college. Got everyone up on a frenzy for an encore and then just walked of the stage. I was mad, but on the other hand it was inline with his personality.
You may want to check out White Wedding and Mony, Mony.
@@michaelasay8587 Old? I don't feel old. Is 58 old? Not for me. 🤣
Bro you puttin them reactions up Billy Idol was my 1st exposure to Rock when I was a kid 80s classic jam!
Saw him live twice in NZ. Last time was in 2019. They are both still good (Billy & Steve)!!
I just googled, he looks just the same now as he did then! Pretty impressive for a rock star from that time! Try White Wedding next
Listen to Elvis from 1968. He did a concert that was fantastic. Nothing like Billy.
idol is a great artist , steve stevens top 10 guitar heros ever , he transcended billy idol are a icone
This band was a mixture of Glam Rock/ Punk Rock and he does the lip thing like Elvis!
Yeah kinda like Elvis but mostly got it from Sid Vicious. His spiked hair too.
He was a rocker.fire reaction.yes he got that from Elvis,he liked Elvis.
Billy Idol made a huge impact when he first cam onto the scene back in the day ... try "Flesh For Fantasy"next, for a different vibe of his.
Billy was one of Many 80's Icons. Wish I could Transport You All to the Early 80's Era. You would Love it!
🤘🤘 Billy is an 80's staple!!! He's STILL going too!!! Just dropped an album recently!!!! Check out the song Eyes Without a Face!!! 😉❤✌🏼
And when you mention it, he definitely gives off a unique vibe. He almost sings in a older, crooning style, but still hits high notes. Despite belonging to the rock genre, of course.
Billy had tons of hits back then. My favorit is Flesh for fantasy
This is 80s Punk Rock
Good pick up. He loves Elvis 👑 That's were Billy got the lip from.
Definitely worth checking out more Billy Idol he was such an important part of the alternative 80s in the UK and was part of the Bromley contingency who were famously on television with the sex pistils in the 70’s.
Billy Idol was a banger in the 80's "Eyes without a Face" "White Wedding" but my favorite song was "Fatal Charm"
Prior to going solo, Billy Idol was a punk icon as he was in the punk band "X". I think that is what you are picking up on. However, he does also seem influenced by Elvis, in his low tones and his upper lip curl. His sex appeal was just as great as Elvis too! Except more raw and edgy. My brother cultivated his look for a while in his teens. I, on the other hand, love the guitarist Steve Stevens. I love that ray gun sound he makes, the all black vinyl outfit, jet black crazy hair. I got a BA in music, with major instrument being classical guitar, but I love his solo's. Steve Steven's is the embodiment of an 80's guitar god. He also did the solo in Michael Jackson's "Dirty Diana". I love the solo in "Eyes without a Face", which is my favorite. Idol and Stevens complemented each other so well.
Billy has IT!!!! 😍😍😍❤️❤️❤️
Cradle of love
Dont need gun
Listen to Cradle of Love......I think you'll bang to it.
Billy Idol is great in his small role in the Wedding Singer movie.....
It's the lip curl that billy is doing that's giving Elvis vibes.
I totally love how honest and respectful you guys are! Even if 9 out of 10 videos would never be on your personal play lists you keep it real and I love that!
Best snarl since Elvis! Great live band, great band too.
The word you're looking for is ENERGY!!!!🤘🤘🤘🤘
My entire crew was down with Billy idol back in the day. Most definitely dope.
Billy mfcking Idol !!! True Rock Legend
One of the BEST ARTISTS to come out of the NEW WAVE movement from the 80's.
Other GREAT 80's bands:
Depeche Mode, U2, Talking Heads, Oingo Boingo, X, Prince, THE CURE, BIG AUDIO DYNAMITE, VILENT FEMMES, MINISTRY, BAUHAUS, DEVO, THE RAMONES, THE CULT, P.I.L, THE SMITHS, TEARS FOR FEARS, THE ENGLISH BEAT, MADONNA, ECHO AND THE BUNNYMEN, B52's, BEASTIE BOYS, RUN DMC, PSYCHEDELIC FURS, REM, THE CLASH to name a few. Lol. 💯🔥🤯🤞✌
"Dancin' with Myself" was used in the movie "Can't Buy Me Love". Billy has about a dozen hits that I enjoy 40 years later.
That's probably my favorite song of his
Now let's all practice our Billy Idol sneers.
If you’re into Punk Rock,you would of heard of Billy Idol,and like the bloke below,yes ,Billy is a Rock Icon,who can still fill Stadiums Anywhere In the World..🎸🎸🎸🎸.Yes ,he did admire Elvis,and imitated him abit..
You are right about this "Elvis" voice part.He is immitating the king in this specific part.Very detailed remark,bravo!
This Rebel Yell concert...my 11th bday present....was amazing!💜
Billy Idol is ABSOLUTELY for REAL!!!🤘🤘🤘🤘🎵🎼🎶🎸🥁🎹🎙💜 Major guilty pleasure!!!!
Rebel Yell was played throughout the 80s.
It's just one of those songs that stick a liftime with you.
Yes this dope song was used in movies it was massive back in the day.
Rebel Yell was released by the end of 1983 but as I said a hit through the entire decade.
Billy was one of the greats of the 80s and he had a lot of hits also into the 90s.
You may try Sweet 16...
Elvis...yes that was him doing Elvis absolutely!
He was inspired by a lot of great guys.
I love his version of L.A.Woman(The Doors).
what an energetic performance---tha guitarist was shredder supreme on that solo fo sho!!
80s rock has all the raw power and energy!
Billy Idol was and still is one of my favourites . He is British . His music is glam rock and new wave Its not typical rock music .
Please nothing like Elvis Presley.
Love Billy Idol so much, loved him since I was a kid
Good point. I grew up with this but just realized how much he crafted his image to be Elvis from the voice to the sneer. Of course, the name IDOL was also clever.
HIGH ENERGY!!❤ Loved Billy Idol!!
Yes! Good on you! Definitely Elvis vibes with the lip action and the voice intonations.
My fave song by him with Dancing with Myself, and Flesh for Fantasy. He played a cameo in the Wedding Singer.
I like this song and “White Wedding” by him.
He was in the move The Wedding Singer playing himself. 🤘🤘
Billy Idol was also in a movie " THE WEDDING SINGER " as himself (toward the end of the movie ) !
Juice mentions 'Billy Idol' in his song "U Wouldn't Understand," you should really check it out🔥🔥🔥
I got to know him through Grand Theft Auto series. Always on the radio.
Dancing with Myself :)
You got to stop pausing after every verse for nothing
I've seen a lot of these rebel yell videos and I have never seen someone not bounce the ole noggin a little bit! 😊 She must be distracted by something! And yes Elvis vibes😂 Guitar dude is Edward Scissorhands Hands😂
One thing about the 80s our music was diverse we had lots of sub genres inside of Blues, Rock, Pop, Punk, Country, Rap and there was lots of crossover. You could hear just about any genre on a pop station. We didn’t feel obligated to own a certain genre of music. We just appreciated good music.
Billy idol was more punk with rock edge.
Billy was so hot! 😉
Billy Idol was quite the performer, with a kill ass guitar player. Say, guya, m Rupp, of the a capella group Home Free, does an amazing beat box solo drum act. You'll love it, I swear.
He was giving Elvis vibes! You are spot on! Not an accident. Peace to you guys.
Thank you sooo much for this reaction...took me allll the back to high school...i blasted this song everytime it came on the radio....love yalls reactions!!
It's basically pop punk
Good to see your switching it up to some British classics. We was running the music industry till the mid 90's
Punk Rock was a thing at that time...the style of clothes ..the music..etc. The "Elvis Vibe" ... He keeps curling his upper lip and some of his moves give off that vibe! lol
I remember all girls loved Billy
That made me jealous at the time
He had a lots of energy and carisma... They still love him, but they won't tell you, bro😜
This type of rock is called "Punk Rock" and Billy was the king of it in the early 80's. He and his lead guitar player, Steve Stevens, are still out there rockin' it. They just don't jump around like they used to. I don't either. lol
You are bang on bro....Billy was our 80s Elvis.
Swagger, lip curl, high energy. Pretty sure his appeal is more to a female audience. Love him.
White Wedding is another great one of his. Thanks for the vid!
His guitarist Steve Stevens played on Dirty Diana by Michael Jackson! Punk Rock! Loved it!
You're right about the Elvis reference...Elvis had a distinct "crooning" style of vocal as does Billy Idol - very low pitch and sustained. A lot of rock/punk singers adapted this same crooning approach to their vocal style such as Jim Morrison of The Doors, Glenn Danzig of The Misfits/Samhain/Danzig, and Michael Paulson of Volbeat.
To validate my statement here, you should really react to the official video by Danzig called "Mother"....I think you'd really vibe to that one!
I got kicked out of my senior English class for missing class on the day of the midterm exam because I went to the Billy Idol concert the night before and got all fucked up. I didn't graduate on time because of that stunt. Totally worth it
One of my favorite songs of all time
Wedding Singer lol it was on that movie, and Billy Idol was also in that movie. They also played White Wedding.
I said it when we first saw this song/video on MTV. He reminds me of Elvis. Bad ass Lead Guitarist
White Wedding and Mony Mony are great songs of his. British Punk Rocker
Billy Idol started out as punk rock before going more main stream.
Elvis was an early influence and he does have a very famous sneer like Elvis did as well🤘🏼
You've seen Steve Stevens before....he played the guitar for Michael Jackson, Dirty Diana. He's an absolute beast of a player!
He was the headline punk rock act of the 80s. Good Elvis sound pick up! Lol. Billy Idol definitely had his own distinctive growl though.
yes I think you are spot on - Billy Idol is definitely chanelling old style Elvis
Billy had serious stage presence... so much charisma and talent. Cool guy too
“Sweet Sixteen” ,”Cradle of love”,”Eyes without a face” next pleeeeease- 👍🤘🏼
This does have that Elvis echo in there...part of what I like about Billy Idol
This is 90s, pure.
Rock Star! Certainly not the only one, but definitely in the club.
I love that keyboardist's look xD. God the 80s were wild, just looks amazing and fun. You're 100% right on the Elvis vibes, there's a few other 80s bands and songs that had a 50s rock n roll vibe to then
Billy Idol played himself in the Adam Sandler movie called The Wedding Singer .Some of his songs are in the movie also
You are reminded of Elvis because of the "Lip Curl". Plus the dancing in black leather. Elvis did that a lot in the late 60s.