Yes! Who sounds better live then on the record??? Steve Perry!! No autotune, no in ears! You just went out and jammed!!! This was their most well known recognizable songs. But every song is a banger. Open arms, who’s cry in now, lights, loving touch in sqeezin, wheel in the sky. List. It goes on and on and on!!!!!
It was the BEST of times, hands down! We're all getting old now😅, but I wouldn't change anything for the chance to grow up back then. When we hopped in the car and turned on the radio, this is the kind of music we heard, ALL the time and we just thought it was supposed to be like that and always would be. This is why we older people just can't get the music today and keep of listening to the old stuff. Just glad to see all you young people enjoying it. Journey was everything back then and there were a lot more who followed. Perry was younger here than when they did Separate Ways. This entire concert in Houston was filmed for MTV when it first came on the air. Music videos were just beginning around this time.
@gamet101 LOL Like you, I hate being 77, but I would never trade being a teen in the '60s for anything. And yeah, he IS right, music today does suck. For me, it was the late '50s, '60s (when EVERYTHING changed in music), '70s and '80s, ALL had the BEST music.
The "VOICE" Steve Perry. God smacked him right in the throat. Sounds as good, if not better, live. Every single performance. Go down this deep rabbit hole. You won't regret it.
I was 6 in 1981. My mom’s boyfriend was a drummer and a really good one at that. Music was always playing. I started with super tramp breakfast in America album on the turn table. That’s where my music journey started. Journey was on the daily play list for my house hold. I wish I could have a week and relieve them days. lol we used to have MTV that actually played music all day. Imagine that lol
You're right. This song absolutely did take over the industry at it's time of release. To this day it is considered 'ICONIC'. And Steve Perry is considered to have the best voice in rock history. In fact, they call him "The Voice".
I was born in '74 & grew up in the 80s and 90s. You can't imagine how many like myself wish those days were still here. Unfortunately, that world can't come back, but I'm glad the song's a party of your life now, and it makes me happy to watch you appreciate it, young brother 🙂👍
Steve Perry, the voice, the best, Journey without him is no longer Journey. Watch the "Escape" tour live in Houston, they were so good live and perfectly coordinated. Neal Schon was perfect on guitar, Jonathan Cain was a hit on piano, Steve Smith was fire on drums and Ross Valory was super good on bass and then Steve Perry with his voice, charisma and stage presence. The Osaka Live tour in 1980 was also great, "Lights/Stay awhile" But also "Girl can't help it, I'll be alright without you" and much more
I saw them live in 1986 at The Spectrum in Philadelphia while I was stationed at Fort Dix in the Army. To this day the BEST live concert I have ever seen. Steve Perry was unbelievable live.
Check out Faithfully, Open Arms, Edge of the Blade, Any Way You Want It, Wheel In The Sky, Lights, Only the Young, Lovin' Touchin' Squeezing, Whos cryin NOw, Stone In Love......Journey was where it was back in the day, and their music is still insanely popular. You can't get around that kind of talent
This song has taken on a life of its own. Baseball games, weddings, rallies, you name it. The SF Giants play it in the 7th inning of home games if they are tied or behind, and they do "Lights" if they are leading. Steve Perry is a mad Giants fan. Occasionally at games he will lead what's known as the "world's biggest karaoke bar" in the song. 😍
Good music remains good music, regardless of it's era. I love Journey, unfortunately never got to see them live, though the 70s/80s were my youth. If you want some great contemporary artists, two of my favorites are The Avett Brothers and Ed Sheeran. Check out 'The Once and Future Carpenter' by The Avett Brothers. And check out 'Perfect' and 'The Shape of You ' by Ed Sheeran. No autotune or corporate music here. Genuine talent. And they write their own music as well as playing and singing. Music is amazing. What a gift.
I was a teen and young adult during the '60s, 70's We would go to concerts quite a bit, as it didn't cost an arm and leg back then. It was the very best of times. Popular groups would often do free concerts. It was great! I have so many memories and miss them.
SO glad you’ve discovered #StevePerry, aka ‘THE VOICE’😁, & #Journey!!!!🎉 Humbly recommend ‘Mother, Father’ from the same concert😊, & you mentioned you thought this was older than ‘Separate Ways’- this is from 1981, ‘SW’ dropped 2 yrs later in ‘83😊 THANK YOU for your reaction🤗, PLZ check out ‘Mother, Father’, same concert!!!!😊
I saw Journey 5 times live in the 80's....my favorite band. They always sounded amazing & Steve Perry was incredible! You should do "Mother Father" from this same concert. Also "Wheel in the Sky", "Lights" & "Open Arms" ( official videos) I could send you a long list of recommendations but those I mentioned are good ones to start with. 👍
My older sister snuckout to see this. She was about 14 and went with older friends down the street right here in Houston. Weird/Fun/Odd fact that this was at The Summit home to the Houston Rockets(lots of concerts there back in the days) and now it is Lakewood Church.🙄🤦🤣
Your comments were priceless 😅 There's some decent stuff today but remember back then no jacking with w/audio & everyone played instruments - most importantly Mr. Perry's voice. You're right ask any "celebrity" now to attempt this song 😆 🤣
A cool thing that happens at SF Giants home games is that midway through the 7th inning, if the Giants are winning the crowd sings along to Journey’s “Lights.” If they’re losing, we sing along to this song. Steve Perry is a fan and has led the singalong a few times from his seat in the stands.
Check out Feeling that way-anytime (Live from the midnight special) This was Steve Perry intro to the world of Steve Perry to Journey! At that time Greg Rollins was the leadsinger on piano! Gladys Knight is Introducing them to the crowd!
Of course, their songs sound different. Can you imagine how boring it would be if all songs had the same sound. Watch his feet when he walks, struts across the stage, he moves to the beat of the music 🎶. Check out his going up the steps. Check out Faithfully, Lights, and Mother Father.
I was 17 years old then this came out. We all had cassette players in our cars and wore this album out and we all knerw all the words. Whatever you think is cool now, multiply it by 2 and that was Journey when I was a Senior in High School.
They were one of the hottest bands in the 80's by far. Steve Perry has the most incredible voice of any singer. I've seen them in concert 3 times in the early 80's. One he'll of a concert!
I got to see journey live in concert here in New Orleans twice in the 80s and I was never disappointed. That’s how he sounds alive and that Steve Perry AKA The Voice given to him by John Bon Jovi give him that nickname.
I wasn’t at the Houston Live concert, but when Journey came to Los Angeles during the ‘Live 1981: Escape Tour’ I was in the first three rows!! The music and live concerts in the 80’s were the best! During the shows there were no dancers, choreographers or multiple costume changes, it was just pure Rock ‘n Roll! 😊❤
I was a high school senior when I attended this concert. I don’t recall how many times I saw Journey live, but this one stands out. Best live band I’ve seen in person hands down.
Steve has one of the best most powerful yet smooth voices of all time. Steve made Journey as great as they could ever be. This is a classic performance that is immortal. I can listen to this all day and it will never get old. One of the greatest songs ever made. Elvis was t entertainer and voice this world will ever see. Steve is up there with the he Greatest voices like Elvis, Freddie Mercury, Phil Collins and M.J. From eras when there was REAL TALENT!!!!!!!
Choosing some of the best recorded live concerts of the Rock era. Some were downloaded on youtube many years ago and low-def... still great to watch. Another GREAT LIVE is CHICAGO - 25 or 6 to 4 - 7/21/1970. In low-def on early youtube download yet also now the official video for the song. Also I will add one youtube under the video - ELVIN BISHOP - Fooled Around And Fell In Love (Live Midnight Special 1977), but the actual singer in the band is Mickey Thomas along with Reni Slais. It was Elvins band, but on this song Mickey shined and this LIVE performance is top-notch. There is another video of it that says from 1975... just that one is not as good a quality of HD probably recorded on professional film vs older videotape so the 1977 same version with the date 1977 is best with Wolfman Jack a big music record radio and TV show personality on that version as well.
This song is one of the most played rockers of the last century and it’s still a banger! I bought the DVD to this concert a while back. The entire show is amazing and you feel like you are there! Especially since I have a really big screen to watch it on!😂 I had to get Chicago’s 1970 Tanglewood show as well lol! Two groups that are just as good or better live.
As others have mentioned "Mother Father" from this same concert is an absolute MUST! Also, as much as you loved the Official version of "Separate Ways" know that it is actually chopped by a FULL MINUTE. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND you listen to the FULL 5:26 version, you will be even MORE blown away. Here it is: ruclips.net/video/TJc9MeEoEHY/видео.html
The 1981 track - which appeared on Journey's seventh studio LP 'Escape' - has gone 18 times platinum and officially become the biggest song in the history of music. Journey's founding member and lead guitarist Neal Schon wrote on X: "We now officially have the biggest song in the world ever in the history of music!3 days ago
Journey has a lot of amazing hits. Amazing live too back in the day. A newer group that is kinda great is called Lawrence - brother and sister group - check out any of their live acoustic versions. They dont disappoint and give hope to some good new bands.
This song is still a banger. It was back on the charts in the UK recently and was the most downloaded song of the 20th century. Steve Perry is a superstar.
One of the best things about 'classic' music is there was NO AUTO TUNE. It's all PURE TALENT!!!
Yes! Who sounds better live then on the record??? Steve Perry!! No autotune, no in ears! You just went out and jammed!!! This was their most well known recognizable songs. But every song is a banger. Open arms, who’s cry in now, lights, loving touch in sqeezin, wheel in the sky. List. It goes on and on and on!!!!!
It was the BEST of times, hands down! We're all getting old now😅, but I wouldn't change anything for the chance to grow up back then. When we hopped in the car and turned on the radio, this is the kind of music we heard, ALL the time and we just thought it was supposed to be like that and always would be. This is why we older people just can't get the music today and keep of listening to the old stuff. Just glad to see all you young people enjoying it. Journey was everything back then and there were a lot more who followed. Perry was younger here than when they did Separate Ways. This entire concert in Houston was filmed for MTV when it first came on the air. Music videos were just beginning around this time.
Watch EVERY Journey video with Steve Perry
You would not believe what it was like in those days. Every day new songs dropped that blew your mind. God, I wish I could go back.
I hate being 56, but would never trade being a teen in the 80’s for anything. You’re right, music today sucks.
@gamet101 LOL Like you, I hate being 77, but I would never trade being a teen in the '60s for anything. And yeah, he IS right, music today does suck. For me, it was the late '50s, '60s (when EVERYTHING changed in music), '70s and '80s, ALL had the BEST music.
Born in the 70s Raised in the 80s then rocked in the 90s and I'm still rocking today 😂
Mother Father from this concert is PHENOMENAL!!!!
100%
Yes!!! An absolute favorite of mine!!
Mother Father live escape tour. The best live vocal. Steve Perry kills it!!!
Yesss! MASTERPIECE!!!
Steve Perry..The Voice!
Steve Perry is the MAN
Who's crying now. Same concert!
Best journey song
Literally one of the best live performances ever imo🔥
Steve Perry !!! They call him "The Voice" ! My absolute favorite singer and band. ❤❤❤❤❤❤
The "VOICE" Steve Perry. God smacked him right in the throat. Sounds as good, if not better, live. Every single performance. Go down this deep rabbit hole. You won't regret it.
They called him " The Voice". The 80's was about talent. I was 8 when this came out.
After all these years still LOVE Journey
Easily top 3 male vocalist ever !! EVER !!! Who sings live like this anymore ???
Houston Concert most played EVER!!!!
Any way you want it, is banger 2
Patty-I'd like to suggest Still They Ride and Anyway You Want It. Same concert. You won't be disappointed.
I was 6 in 1981. My mom’s boyfriend was a drummer and a really good one at that. Music was always playing. I started with super tramp breakfast in America album on the turn table. That’s where my music journey started. Journey was on the daily play list for my house hold. I wish I could have a week and relieve them days. lol we used to have MTV that actually played music all day. Imagine that lol
Ahhhh, MTV!!!
Check out Who's Cryin Now, from the same concert. It won't disappoint....
Live in Houston is best concert ever.
Most downloaded song of the 20th Century.
Make me so happy seeing our younger generations enjoying our old timers music.. gives me hope that the music will never die.. ❤
Old timers? We aren't that old yet, lol.
You're right. This song absolutely did take over the industry at it's time of release. To this day it is considered 'ICONIC'. And Steve Perry is considered to have the best voice in rock history. In fact, they call him "The Voice".
They also enshrined this song in the Library of Congress!!
I was born in '74 & grew up in the 80s and 90s. You can't imagine how many like myself wish those days were still here. Unfortunately, that world can't come back, but I'm glad the song's a party of your life now, and it makes me happy to watch you appreciate it, young brother 🙂👍
Steve Perry, the voice, the best, Journey without him is no longer Journey. Watch the "Escape" tour live in Houston, they were so good live and perfectly coordinated. Neal Schon was perfect on guitar, Jonathan Cain was a hit on piano, Steve Smith was fire on drums and Ross Valory was super good on bass and then Steve Perry with his voice, charisma and stage presence.
The Osaka Live tour in 1980 was also great, "Lights/Stay awhile"
But also "Girl can't help it, I'll be alright without you" and much more
Steve Perry..
AMAZING...
I saw them live in 1986 at The Spectrum in Philadelphia while I was stationed at Fort Dix in the Army. To this day the BEST live concert I have ever seen. Steve Perry was unbelievable live.
Check out Faithfully, Open Arms, Edge of the Blade, Any Way You Want It, Wheel In The Sky, Lights, Only the Young, Lovin' Touchin' Squeezing, Whos cryin NOw, Stone In Love......Journey was where it was back in the day, and their music is still insanely popular. You can't get around that kind of talent
This song is officially the number one most purchased song in the history of music from any genre.
Also listen to "Mother, Father" Same Concert.
This is their signature song. It's like a freight train rollin'!
This song has taken on a life of its own. Baseball games, weddings, rallies, you name it. The SF Giants play it in the 7th inning of home games if they are tied or behind, and they do "Lights" if they are leading. Steve Perry is a mad Giants fan. Occasionally at games he will lead what's known as the "world's biggest karaoke bar" in the song. 😍
Faithful. ... and Open arms. You won't regret it.
Eagles next. ❤
So many singers don’t sound half as good live. He sounds exactly like he does on the album 🔥
Journey Mother Father live in Houston the vocal acrobatics are insane ❤❤❤❤
Good music remains good music, regardless of it's era. I love Journey, unfortunately never got to see them live, though the 70s/80s were my youth. If you want some great contemporary artists, two of my favorites are The Avett Brothers and Ed Sheeran. Check out 'The Once and Future Carpenter' by The Avett Brothers. And check out 'Perfect' and 'The Shape of You ' by Ed Sheeran. No autotune or corporate music here. Genuine talent. And they write their own music as well as playing and singing. Music is amazing. What a gift.
Mother Father, you'll be amazed
I was a teen and young adult during the '60s, 70's We would go to concerts quite a bit, as it didn't cost an arm and leg back then. It was the very best of times. Popular groups would often do free concerts. It was great! I have so many memories and miss them.
Loving touching squeezing live too is awesome
SO glad you’ve discovered #StevePerry, aka ‘THE VOICE’😁, & #Journey!!!!🎉 Humbly recommend ‘Mother, Father’ from the same concert😊, & you mentioned you thought this was older than ‘Separate Ways’- this is from 1981, ‘SW’ dropped 2 yrs later in ‘83😊
THANK YOU for your reaction🤗, PLZ check out ‘Mother, Father’, same concert!!!!😊
We will never see such talent again!
They don't have a bad song. It's so cool to see a whole new generation experience the epic music I grew up with. ❤
The Voice
Mother, Father sister from this concert
Mother Father same concert is a must!
I saw Journey 5 times live in the 80's....my favorite band. They always sounded amazing & Steve Perry was incredible!
You should do "Mother Father" from this same concert. Also "Wheel in the Sky", "Lights" & "Open Arms" ( official videos)
I could send you a long list of recommendations but those I mentioned are good ones to start with. 👍
I was blessed to see them on their "Raised on Radio" tour. One of the best ever!
Great reaction. Steve Perry is The Best! ❤❤❤ Greetings from Tandil, Argentina! 🇦🇷🤗
That entire concert (1981 in Houston) is still on RUclips and it's still awesome.
1981 Houston Escape tour. I grew up with them. They were AWSOME. Steve Perry is called the Voice.
The Voice aka Steve Perry! Love is smile, voice and his HAIR!
My older sister snuckout to see this. She was about 14 and went with older friends down the street right here in Houston.
Weird/Fun/Odd fact that this was at The Summit home to the Houston Rockets(lots of concerts there back in the days) and now it is Lakewood Church.🙄🤦🤣
Your comments were priceless 😅 There's some decent stuff today but remember back then no jacking with w/audio & everyone played instruments - most importantly Mr. Perry's voice. You're right ask any "celebrity" now to attempt this song 😆 🤣
I saw them in Atlanta during that tour. Wow.
I was at this concert! I was in 9th grade.
The era long before everyone recorded concerts on their cell phones was wonderful! You had the memories!
A cool thing that happens at SF Giants home games is that midway through the 7th inning, if the Giants are winning the crowd sings along to Journey’s “Lights.” If they’re losing, we sing along to this song. Steve Perry is a fan and has led the singalong a few times from his seat in the stands.
Lights is one of my favorites!!❤
Check out Feeling that way-anytime (Live from the midnight special) This was Steve Perry intro to the world of Steve Perry to Journey! At that time Greg Rollins was the leadsinger on piano! Gladys Knight is Introducing them to the crowd!
Mother Father and Who’s cryin now same show!!! They are a must! Will blow you away!!
SING!!! No auto tune, it will date you. SING!!
Of course, their songs sound different. Can you imagine how boring it would be if all songs had the same sound. Watch his feet when he walks, struts across the stage, he moves to the beat of the music 🎶. Check out his going up the steps. Check out Faithfully, Lights, and Mother Father.
I was 17 years old then this came out. We all had cassette players in our cars and wore this album out and we all knerw all the words. Whatever you think is cool now, multiply it by 2 and that was Journey when I was a Senior in High School.
Multiply it by 10😅
They were one of the hottest bands in the 80's by far. Steve Perry has the most incredible voice of any singer. I've seen them in concert 3 times in the early 80's. One he'll of a concert!
Best concert I ever went to!! There will NEVER be another Steve Perry!!
Neal Schon doesn’t get enough props in my opinion!! Excellent guitarist!! 🎸
I got to see journey live in concert here in New Orleans twice in the 80s and I was never disappointed. That’s how he sounds alive and that Steve Perry AKA The Voice given to him by John Bon Jovi give him that nickname.
This is live! LIVE! Unbelievable! My favorite is Open Arms.
I wasn’t at the Houston Live concert, but when Journey came to Los Angeles during the ‘Live 1981: Escape Tour’ I was in the first three rows!! The music and live concerts in the 80’s were the best! During the shows there were no dancers, choreographers or multiple costume changes, it was just pure Rock ‘n Roll! 😊❤
I was a high school senior when I attended this concert. I don’t recall how many times I saw Journey live, but this one stands out. Best live band I’ve seen in person hands down.
Steve Perry’s voice in concert is the same quality as in studio. Rare and beautiful. The Voice ❤️
True singer, true musicians!!! Legends!!!
Another great band I was fortunate enough to see in concert
Steve has one of the best most powerful yet smooth voices of all time. Steve made Journey as great as they could ever be. This is a classic performance that is immortal. I can listen to this all day and it will never get old. One of the greatest songs ever made. Elvis was t entertainer and voice this world will ever see. Steve is up there with the he Greatest voices like Elvis, Freddie Mercury, Phil Collins and M.J. From eras when there was REAL TALENT!!!!!!!
and this is live!! his voice is EPIC
Steve Perry has a great voice,for something a little harder, iron madian,BRUCE ❤
Choosing some of the best recorded live concerts of the Rock era. Some were downloaded on youtube many years ago and low-def... still great to watch. Another GREAT LIVE is CHICAGO - 25 or 6 to 4 - 7/21/1970. In low-def on early youtube download yet also now the official video for the song.
Also I will add one youtube under the video - ELVIN BISHOP - Fooled Around And Fell In Love (Live Midnight Special 1977), but the actual singer in the band is Mickey Thomas along with Reni Slais. It was Elvins band, but on this song Mickey shined and this LIVE performance is top-notch. There is another video of it that says from 1975... just that one is not as good a quality of HD probably recorded on professional film vs older videotape so the 1977 same version with the date 1977 is best with Wolfman Jack a big music record radio and TV show personality on that version as well.
Its nice to watch reaction videos of a younger generation liking music I grew up with.
This song is one of the most played rockers of the last century and it’s still a banger! I bought the DVD to this concert a while back. The entire show is amazing and you feel like you are there! Especially since I have a really big screen to watch it on!😂 I had to get Chicago’s 1970 Tanglewood show as well lol! Two groups that are just as good or better live.
As others have mentioned "Mother Father" from this same concert is an absolute MUST!
Also, as much as you loved the Official version of "Separate Ways" know that it is actually chopped by a FULL MINUTE. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND you listen to the FULL 5:26 version, you will be even MORE blown away. Here it is: ruclips.net/video/TJc9MeEoEHY/видео.html
The Voice ❤😊
The 1981 track - which appeared on Journey's seventh studio LP 'Escape' - has gone 18 times platinum and officially become the biggest song in the history of music. Journey's founding member and lead guitarist Neal Schon wrote on X: "We now officially have the biggest song in the world ever in the history of music!3 days ago
How could you not have heard this song before???
That the voice
Please try FAITHFULLY, the official video, it’s so goood🔥
Anything by Journey (with Steve Perry, A.K.A. "The Voice") is fire, as you can see, they are best appreciated in their live performances.
Journey has a lot of amazing hits. Amazing live too back in the day. A newer group that is kinda great is called Lawrence - brother and sister group - check out any of their live acoustic versions. They dont disappoint and give hope to some good new bands.
New subscriber. I'm 65. I saw Journey live several times. Never disappointed.
It was a banger in 1981 and still a banger in 2024
Check out these 3 Canadian bands " RUSH, APRIL WINE , TRIUMPH " I THINK you'll love them !!!!
I was at this concert in Houston. My senior year in high school. Still one of the best shows I ever attended
I love journey I was 25
This song is still a banger. It was back on the charts in the UK recently and was the most downloaded song of the 20th century. Steve Perry is a superstar.
Think, realesed in 1981 and still is a great song❤good music never die❤
I am a hopelessly devoted fangirl of this man to this day. Love your reaction! Live is always the best Steve Perry.
Johnathan Cain wrote my favorite Journey song, FAITHFULLY. Check out out the official video.
I saw Journey three times back in the day. Still my favorite youthful concert memories.
Mother/Father
For most of the first 2 decades of the 21st century this was the most downloaded song in the world.
You need to watch it live so you can see the killer guitar playing!!
Turn up the volume !!!!
I’m not trying to go deaf lol these headphones are loud as hell🤣
Youngings feeling it