I remember this like it was yesterday. I was 15y.o. He did a drum clinic in my country. After the clinic there was an autograph signing. I brought all my Mr. Big albums which were all cassettes. However, the organizer said he can only sign 2 items per person. After Pat signed 2 of my items the organizer was pushing us away and I told Pat that I have always been a fan ever since I was a little boy. And he said these exact words 'If you can wait, I will finish up all these people in line then I will sign all of yours'. I waited but the organizer pushed us away and out the door. As Pat finished, I was out the door but was able to yell loud enough for him to hear me. I yelled 'Hey Pat, I waited as you told me' He called me back in and took me with him to his dressing room and signed all my Mr. Big memorabilla. There was a funny moment when I brought out all my cassettes and a VHS tape of their Live in San Francisco concert. Pat's reaction was 'Oh my God, where did you get all these cassettes? You dont seem to be old enough to have all these'. He did sign all of them. He was larger than life. He was a rockstar but never acted like one. He was so down to earth. These are the types of memories that artists should leave to their fans. Not attitude issues. Each time I see Pat on video, I remember that time when I met the Late, Great Pat Torpey. I still get teary eyed each time I see tributes to him and when reminded that he is gone. His music will live forever in my heart and to the millions who's lives he has touched. But on hind sight, I still wish he was still around. Even if he did not play anymore, I'd be happy to know he is still alive and well. Thank you for all the music and for being a giant of a human being PAT TORPEY!
Mr. Big was one of the best bands that came from the late 80's and early 90's. I loved their style and sound. They were and are one of the best supergroups I've ever heard. Pat was hands down the best and most underrated drummer during this era of music. He will be sincerely missed in the music world. His playing style is unmatched. I literally cried when I read that he passed. God bless his family and I hope that Mr. Big keeps on rocking.
Damn ritchie and paul on the same stage, if only we could mr big with 2 guitarist ritchie and paul and of course pat on drums Rest in peace pat torpey, you're an amazing human being
I warmed up for Mr Big in Hammerjacks in Baltimore .... watching Pat play from the side of the stage was a lesson I'll never forget... power, finesse and double bass funk !! He'll be missed .
Damn that sucks. I didn't realize that he was gone. One of my all time favorite drummers and so inspiring in the way that faced his challenges with a big smile and determination to keep living life as well as he could. He played and recorded some phenomenal drum performances. RIP.
Omg...............I'm the exact same way !! I sure didn't know Pat passed in February !! Was shocked and saddened when i came across a tribute video for him.
I'm on a quest to get Mr. Big inducted! Write to: Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame / 1100 Rock & Roll Blvd / Cleveland, OH 44114, USA. We the F-A-N-S owe it to them & to the memory of Pat Torpey to make this happen. They are long-deserving of this 31+yrs of appreciation & recognition. Get your friends to write in also, the more nominations that are sent in, then they WILL get inducted, finally, where they belong!! Thank You!!
...just listened to WISH I COULD SAY I LOVE YOU from 1979, Carmel days. No Torpey Tama drums but there's a Pat Torpey tamed vocal and I think it was his first(?). Googled his name and DAMN IT!! Life/death? I'll miss those days hanging with Pat, his toothbrush and that bright beautiful smile/lit up happy face. One of the few drummers I NEVER got to experience the ORGAN/DRUM duo jam with...DARN! (any repeats or do overs?)
Love to see Richie and Paul together.
I remember this like it was yesterday. I was 15y.o. He did a drum clinic in my country. After the clinic there was an autograph signing. I brought all my Mr. Big albums which were all cassettes. However, the organizer said he can only sign 2 items per person. After Pat signed 2 of my items the organizer was pushing us away and I told Pat that I have always been a fan ever since I was a little boy. And he said these exact words 'If you can wait, I will finish up all these people in line then I will sign all of yours'. I waited but the organizer pushed us away and out the door. As Pat finished, I was out the door but was able to yell loud enough for him to hear me. I yelled 'Hey Pat, I waited as you told me' He called me back in and took me with him to his dressing room and signed all my Mr. Big memorabilla. There was a funny moment when I brought out all my cassettes and a VHS tape of their Live in San Francisco concert. Pat's reaction was 'Oh my God, where did you get all these cassettes? You dont seem to be old enough to have all these'. He did sign all of them. He was larger than life. He was a rockstar but never acted like one. He was so down to earth. These are the types of memories that artists should leave to their fans. Not attitude issues. Each time I see Pat on video, I remember that time when I met the Late, Great Pat Torpey. I still get teary eyed each time I see tributes to him and when reminded that he is gone. His music will live forever in my heart and to the millions who's lives he has touched. But on hind sight, I still wish he was still around. Even if he did not play anymore, I'd be happy to know he is still alive and well. Thank you for all the music and for being a giant of a human being PAT TORPEY!
Such an underrated band, they were all powerhouses. RIP pat torpey, your legacy lives within us Mr. Big fans 🙏
Mr BIG is more than band, it's family
Mr.Big was/is my everything. The soundtrack to love, life, tragedy and sorrow.
Rest in peace Pat. I always marched to the beat of YOUR drums!
RIP Pat torpey - from Indonesia🇮🇩
Tearjerker, Pat was a beautiful man inside and out.
Born in 80s.. Mr Big is my favorite band..such a big losing..i love you Pat
Matt Sorum n Pat Torpey..Amazing Drummer!!
I miss you Pat!! I will never forget your drumming , singing and.. smile.. RIP.
Fan from Korea.
Pat Torpey will always remembered. Regards from MR. BIG fans in Indonesia
Mr. Big was one of the best bands that came from the late 80's and early 90's. I loved their style and sound. They were and are one of the best supergroups I've ever heard. Pat was hands down the best and most underrated drummer during this era of music. He will be sincerely missed in the music world. His playing style is unmatched. I literally cried when I read that he passed. God bless his family and I hope that Mr. Big keeps on rocking.
innalillahi wa innailaihi rojiun ..... we miss u Pat ....
Me being 12 years old but i love this band Mr. Big might be underrated but it is one of the best band ever fly high our lovely drummer Pat!
I LOVE YOU WITH MY SOUL AND BONES PATTY
Love Pat Torpey. Most underrated drummer
Damn ritchie and paul on the same stage, if only we could mr big with 2 guitarist ritchie and paul and of course pat on drums
Rest in peace pat torpey, you're an amazing human being
I warmed up for Mr Big in Hammerjacks in Baltimore .... watching Pat play from the side of the stage was a lesson I'll never forget... power, finesse and double bass funk !! He'll be missed .
Rest in peace pat torpey from phillipines here
Damn that sucks. I didn't realize that he was gone. One of my all time favorite drummers and so inspiring in the way that faced his challenges with a big smile and determination to keep living life as well as he could. He played and recorded some phenomenal drum performances. RIP.
Omg...............I'm the exact same way !! I sure didn't know Pat passed in February !! Was shocked and saddened when i came across a tribute video for him.
Mr.Big was is underrates band, they were all powerhouses. R.I.P. Pat Torpey, your legacy lives within us Mr. Bing fans 🙏
He was such a beautiful and talented man X X
Wauw , my 2 favorit singers Jeff Scott soto and Eric Martin,
2 of my top 5 guitarists , Paul, and kotzen. ❤️❤️🙏🙏
Pat an amazing talent your gone to soon but you left us with a whole lot to practice to, rest in peace!!
Thank you guys for this! I hope Mr. Big can keep going, Pat would have liked that. There's still a lot of songs to sing, even after all these years.
RIP Pat Torpey! We always love you!
Never say goodbye to Mr.Pat Torpey,,and we always love you👼
Best Band Mr Big R. I. P :PAT TORPEY
I've only just released he has died. I am gutted i met him way back after a Mr Big show in 1991 U.K with the band he was a really humble guy.
I'm on a quest to get Mr. Big inducted! Write to: Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame / 1100 Rock & Roll Blvd / Cleveland, OH 44114, USA. We the F-A-N-S owe it to them & to the memory of Pat Torpey to make this happen. They are long-deserving of this 31+yrs of appreciation & recognition. Get your friends to write in also, the more nominations that are sent in, then they WILL get inducted, finally, where they belong!! Thank You!!
I love Pat torpey! 😍
Thank you Pat Torpey.
riposa in pace caro Pat 🇮🇹
you are gone
but you will never be forgotten
Big Love for Pat Torpey..
Pat, you always be with us...T_T
Awesome tribute to one of my favorite drummers! RIP, Pat
Brasil!! yeah!! We love Mr Big! Tks Pat
Legendary night for a legend..
GREAT TRIBUTE. REST WELL PAT!!!
We love you Pat
I don't know why but this version got much more emotional than original....R.I.P Pat Torpey
...just listened to WISH I COULD SAY I LOVE YOU from 1979, Carmel days. No Torpey Tama drums but there's a Pat Torpey tamed vocal and I think it was his first(?). Googled his name and DAMN IT!! Life/death? I'll miss those days hanging with Pat, his toothbrush and that bright beautiful smile/lit up happy face. One of the few drummers I NEVER got to experience the ORGAN/DRUM duo jam with...DARN! (any repeats or do overs?)
Great tribute.
Forever Pat.....bye my friend!
Q hermoso ver a Richie y Paul together
Carlos Leon iba a comentar exactamente lo mismo
RIP 🙏🙏🙏Mr.Pat Torpey
R.I.P Pat Torpey.The Greatest Rock drummer!!
Cuanto amor allí reunido...seguro Pat estaba feliz con los suyos...
If I were there I'd have cried.
banyak memory untuk pat torpey dan MR. BIG.band barat prtama yang saya punya albumnya. big love from indonesia.
Hendrik Siskaryanto hallo om.... Sy jg fans mr.big tp sy kok gk tau ya kbr drummernya. Mang pat torpey knp ya?
dia kena parkinson bro.lumpuh beberapa tahun sempat sembuh sekarang udah meninggal.
Terbaik smua dgn karakter yg khas masing masing di permainan
classic band and music
Thank you.
Is the man with sunglasses,playing tambourine, mat sorum???
If it is, pat is a famous legend
Rest In Peace,Pat Torpey.
Ecuador !!!
Brasil!
Fabiana Ribas o dia que esse cara me respondeu sobre esse assunto eu quase não dormi hehehehe
O print aí - ibb.co/gCLhCd
Tô com uma inveja mortal de você! Adoro ele!
Fabiana Ribas hehehehehehehe ele é foda
Rip Pat Torpey
Tributo a un grande
Ecuador !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Que triste !! 😭😭
hik.. hik.. hik.. RIP Mr Pat.. We miss U so much
Taiwan！ ＹＥＳ！
Pat Torpey ＭＩＳＳ ＹＯＵ！！
ポールとリッチーが一緒に歌ってる😭
RIP pat topey
Mr big is big band
Best sounding live guitar solo Paul ever played. Primarily because he's not using a cheap Ibanez with a razor thin sound.
r.i.p
😭😭😭😭
TAIWAN!!!!!!!
That’s hot
Not the same without Pat.. R.I.P
パットも喜んでいるやろう
:(
Now that's how you murder a great song.. RIP to be with you
He'd be looking down saying what the he'll is this crap? Sounds terrible 😮
RIP billy..😢😢😢😢😢😢
Wet Dream you mean Pat? Get it right!
Wet Dream please watch this video then comment.
Eric sadly has joined the couldn't sing anymore club :(
Bs saw the band this week in London March 2024, he and the band were on 🔥
I love Mr. big but there is a plethora of videos of Eric trying to perform this song while people around him fuck it up
Tearjerker, Pat was a beautiful man inside and out.