I know the 1970s were something for another generation I wasn't in. But being born in 1971, the 80s sure were the best: good music, good movies/series (Back to the Future, Top Gun, Miami Vice and so many others). Always looking back at this time - 2020s are a sore!
You made this 70 yr's old, man fall off his chair, with laughter. Watching you learn that Phil Collins plays the drums, is like someone learning rice is white. (most rice.) Hello my brother from another mother.
I don't think we all understand how difficult it is to play the drums like that and still get the pitch he is singing with. A legend is a legend. Hats off Phill
People don’t notice how the drums come up from the lower stage and Phil’s timing is impeccable. That’s why there is a light for the audience to follow! He has his drumsticks with him all along. Sits down and starts pounding on the drums!
He was a drummer first and foremost, and he is also one of only three recording artists, along with Paul McCartney and Michael Jackson, who have sold over 100 million records both as solo artists and separately as principal members of a band
As an old chick, I giggled watching you think this was a singer who plays the drums. Then I was delighted watching you discover that you just watched a legendary DRUMMER who can also sing!!
No lip-synching no auto play no glitter cannons, no ass shaking. You might be looking at a masterpiece of what a performance might wanna look like truly iconic.
I've been playing drums for 15 years. I've tried on and off for probably the equivalent of 5 years to sing and play at the same time. I can't do it. I lose my limb impendence when I try to sing. I can may do a song or 2. It's insanely hard.
@@kdailey4315 Indeed. The drums and voice are in completely different layers of the song. That is of course why we see so few singers that also drums. Or drummers that sings.. however you want to put it.
Throwing out a few retro names of drummer- singers Karen Carpenter, played drums AND sang until Richard forced her out front. ( Carpenters) Mikey Dolenz - The Monkees , took lessons to learn to play drums AFTER he got the role. So, he didnt know that it's very difficult. Ignorance is bliss, yah? Don Henley- the Eagles- no further comment needed😮 Of note- P Collins punctuates his vocals like he is drumming them. Once you detect it, you can't un-hear it. But, that's a GOOD thing, yah? Because he owns that rhythm.
Darn right , great drummer Multi genuine talent. This real talent does not exist in the music industry. Only 1 independent artist matches this kind of talent. "Tom Macdonald "
When I heard you question the headset my instant reaction was "he doesn't know Phil is the drummer." So satisfying to see your reaction! Phil is a legend!
I know... I watched it waiting for his reaction.. ' any minute nooooow.!'. Boom.. There it was, the look.. Brilliant.. I'm 62 and a big fan. Someone tell him watch Mr blue sky elo. 😁
"He plays the Drums?!?" - Phil Collins started in this industry as a drummer. He played the drums on a ton of tracks for Genesis (the band he was in before he went solo.) So yes, Phil Collins plays the drums.
I grew up as a kid when Phil played on everyone’s records and Michael McDonald sang on all of them, too. 🤣 And you would actually know this because - liner notes. I’m that old. ❤
@@caseyh8386 Really? I know people don't see the same things watching the same thing, but I didn't realize we don't hear the same thing listening to they same thing.
I dont want to correct you, that may have happened just after this happened. However, I watched a documentary where Mike and Tony were explaining how Phil started singing. They said they auditioned loads of people. Phil would lead them in, help them out, do a bit of singing to get things going. Mike and Tony said at the end of the day none of the candidates were better than Phil! So I guess they asked him in a round about sort of way :)
He was originally just the drummer way back when the band Genesis first started out. At that time Peter Gabriel was the lead singer. When Peter left the band to pursue a solo career, the band started auditioning for a new lead singer. In the meantime, the plan was for Phil to temporarily take over the lead singing duties. Turned out they never hired a replacement lead singer, and it was Phil ever since. This particular song came from one of Phil's solo albums.
Not really. Much like dancing and singing, or playing piano or guitar. Simply another motion added to what you are already doing. Playing any instrument while singing is equally challenging. I actually find backup and harmony singing tougher than the lead. Playing stuff off and complimentary to the lead. Interjected part lyrics often instead of the whole logical line. Enjoyable challenge.
Phil Colin’s was the drummer in Genesis, Peter Gabriel was lead singer. When Peter left Phil remained as one of the drummers and became lead singer. He created the double drums in his music. There was always him and another person playing drums.
Back in the 80's, sitting at a red light with this on the radio. You look around just as the drums hit, half the other drivers play air drums with you.
So true. I'd hear this song starting on the radio, then I'd put all the windows down in my Hearst Oldsmobile and crank my Blaupunkt up to 11. I'd hope I'd get stuck at a light when the drums kicked in just to treat whoever was stuck at the light with me. Good times!!!
Phil Collins was the drummer for the iconic rock band Genesis. Genesis, known for selling over 100 million records, was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Phil Collins not only played the drums but also took over the role of lead singer after the departure of Peter Gabriel. His distinctive drumming style and soulful vocals left an indelible mark on the music world.
Followed PC from the 80s and love your expression. For us back then it was normal but not to take anything away from him, he's one of a kind and pretty intense.
🇬🇧 Phil was a drummer before he was a singer! Now in his 70s and unfortunately can no longer play the drums due to a bad fall a number of years ago. Please try "Mama" by Genesis, it really shows off his vocal ability. 🥁🩵🇬🇧
Kane Brown has a Song called In the Air, and he reached out to Phil about playing THE drum solo at a live performance at a music festival. PC said he was flattered, but couldn’t really do it anymore. THEN offered to have his son play instead; stating that Nicholas was actually a better drummer.🤣 IDK what happened in the end, but it’s a relevant story.
Thank you so much for bringing the music of my childhood and teenage years to a new generation of listeners. Seriously the best type of music ever - IMHO.
That isn't strictly speaking true. He was in musical theatre as a child. In 1964 at the age of 13 he played the Artful Dodger in the first West End production of Oliver (he was not however the first person to have the role, the show opened in 1960). Phil also appeared in films as well. But you are right that he rose to fame as a drummer in Genesis before becoming known as a vocalist.
He plays lots of instruments! I believe he wrote this while going through his divorce. She initiated it because She was in an affair! He was on the road getting his career started & she Thought he was fooling around but in the bio I heard that he didn't have time for it with trying to make it big. & Make It, He Did!❤
@@marshawargo7238 id read that his first wife was having an affair with a local decorator, and had been overheard in a pub talking to her friends about how this decorator earnt a decent income while Phil Collins and the others in Genesis were doing the pub/club rounds not earning much. And that being the reason he often sat a paint pot on the stage at the start of any concerts, ie just to stick up two fingers at them lol
Its wild that a lot of people still don't know Phil is a drummer but he honestly is known mostly for his singing to mainstream audiences not deep into the stuff he has been involved with over the years. The big 80's gated snare huge drum room sound? Phil Collins and the boys literally invented it because Peter Gabriel forced him to play without using cymbals of any kind so they had to fill the drum mix with something. Dude pioneered a whole ass decade defining production technique that is still used to this day and one of the core components of the sound of the 1980's
You miss the point, you forget he was the lead singer and drummer in Genesis. I only know one more more band with the lead singer to be a drummer, its a Finnish band called the hurryganes, good band by the way, look it up.
It brings me such great joy to watch you appreciate this track... When Peter Gabriel left Genesis, Phil Collins doubted he had the vocal chops to take the lead vocal spot. Phil, and in particular with this song, is widely credited with the iconic gated reverb drum sound. Bassist Lee Sklar (on that trippy Dingwall with fanned frets) is a serious session and touring first call guy. Man, you made me smile with this one...
Just watching your reaction was priceless. Phil is a very gifted man. He's wrote many many songs for himself and others. There's only one Phil Collins.
This was one of the most epic performances of this song. He can not only sing but his drum playing is on point and damn if he can’t do both at the same time !! TALENT!!!
Omg this gives me goosebumps every time I watch it he is amazing singer and even better on the drums 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
8:17 One of the beautiful parts of this performance is his precision on walking to get to the drums at THE exact right time. And you can hear the cheers increase the moment the drums show up in his spotlight.
I have been waiting to see your reaction to THIS performance. It was fire!!! Have watched it a 1,000 times and NEVER tire of seeing young people's reactions to his raw talent.😊
That's why he had a headset on. He was the original drummer for Genesis and not the lead singer until Peter Gabriel left, he's also quite the comedian during his concerts. I was lucky enough to get to see him years ago wonderful.
It still kills me to see peoples reactions when they first find out Phil was a drummer before he went solo. He was known as THE drummer back in his day.
He was a singer before he went solo, and a drummer after he went solo. His solo career has no real bearing on his time in Genesis and what he did then :)
The look on your face when you heard his voice was Great! I cracked a smile from ear to ear. But when he walked upstairs to his drums and you realized he played that cracked me up... as a 65yr old I grew up with this Classic rock and Country music. Keep investigating because there is way More songs out there for you to learn about. 😅
This was from yeeeeeears ago; he's 71 now! (just retired last year due to health) Gives me chills every time I hear this Live version. Phil Collins started out as the fantastic drummer for Genesis; he wasn't actually a singer until later, and not "trained". You should really be saying, "HE SINGS TOO?!" I'm from his time (I'm 60 now) and it gives me joy that someone your age enjoy and appreciate this.
Probably one of the most iconic drum sequences in any song. This song was also featured in the original Miami Vice TV show. Nonpoint redid the song for the Miami Vice movie and it's an awesome remake.
I saw him in an interview and he talked about being in a lot of pain from his performances, I believe a lot of it is from playing the drums. He's Amazing! I think his son is doing the drums also. That very much a Phil Collins outfit. He was also in Mike and the Mechanics. Amazing!
I was puzzled at first about your reaction to the headset, cuz I knew Phil Collins first as Genesis' drummer/lead singer. Then as I understood you didn't know what was coming, I was anticipating both his drumming & your reaction. LOL. I'm still grinning over it. Phil Collins was a great performer. I saw him in 1984 (Genesis, Mama tour) and it was FANTASTIC. Ya know... my dad always said you should learn at least one new thing every day. I enjoyed watching you learn. :)
The look on your face when you realised the legend that is Phil Collins plays the drums is priceless! Phil could put his shoes under my bed anytime. Love him.❤🦘🇦🇺
That performance shows exactly why I'm so happy to be 70 years old and have lived through some, if not all, of the most important and best music from Buddy Holly to Elvis, the Beatles, Rolling Stones all the way through to today's somewhat different styles of music like Rap and Ren. I like to think that somehow there is more great music to come, but I find it difficult to imagine what that might sound like. I mean, I've heard it all, haven't I!?!?
Actually there is someone new to hear. His name is Dimash Kudaibergen and he is acknowledged by voice experts the world over as having the best voice today if not ever, then in generations. He has a seven octave range, multiple genres, and can literally sing anything. He’s highly educated, does world tours, tall, dark, and handsome, and known for his kindness and humanity and he’s still only 29 years old. There so much to know about him and he has an extensive catalog of music.
Me too! I am 65 and I loved the musical journey of my life. The talent we have witnessed! I feel sorry for ppl who weren't exposed to it all like we were.
Every aspect of this performance is perfect. The timing, the lighting effects, the camera work, his voice and his drumming all blend together perfectly in the best performance I have ever seen by any artist. And I’m 77 and have a lot to compare him to.
Life goes full circle, if you live long enough, as I saw Phil and his original Group: GENESIS play their first ever Top Of The Bill performance with 3,000 others in Croydon, South East London,England in 1972 and now 52 years have passed since...
The first time I saw it I was stressed he wasn’t going to make it to the drum kit in time because he was so nonchalant about it lol! So glad you got to experience it. Great reaction!
TWO years ago in March. He has devastating nerve damage that makes it impossible to play drums, let alone hold the sticks, and neck surgery was no cure. He has to walk with a stick.
Anybody else appreciate growing up in the ‘80’s more as you grow older?
The 80s were amazing. The 50s would have been amazing as well, but for the innocence of the nation with some pretty decent music, as well.
I know the 1970s were something for another generation I wasn't in. But being born in 1971, the 80s sure were the best: good music, good movies/series (Back to the Future, Top Gun, Miami Vice and so many others).
Always looking back at this time - 2020s are a sore!
Yassssss. Phil is a drummer 🎉
Hell, I grew up in the 60s and 70s. I was about fifty feet back from the stage at Woodstock. I wouldn't trade that for anything.
Oh HELLO YES!
I’m 67 I believe I have lived through the best music eras that we have witnessed.
Can’t agree with you more. 😊
You still are, tho you may not appreciate that
Exactly... I just turned 51 and became a widow all within a week of each other. We had the best music
And at 76 and a retiree from the music bis...it was the greatest era.
@@frannibarr116 when you start thinking like that it's just a sign your brain is shutting down, most people do it before they're 30, it's horrifying
You made this 70 yr's old, man fall off his chair, with laughter. Watching you learn that Phil Collins plays the drums, is like someone learning rice is white. (most rice.) Hello my brother from another mother.
Hi - at 65 years old, I was laughing too! You said it better than I - my thought was, "You didn't know he *played the drums*?? Oh, you youngster!"
Right there with ya, Dave. Phil Collins is one of the greatest rock and roll drummers to ever twirl a stick!
🤣🤣🤣
I'm 62 and saw Robert Plant at the SF Cow Palace back in '82 or '83, & Phil was on drums.
69 and just waiting for that moment when you realised Phil isn't just a good voice... Classic reaction... You didn't let me down
I don't think we all understand how difficult it is to play the drums like that and still get the pitch he is singing with. A legend is a legend. Hats off Phill
Him and Don Henley-icons💜
People don’t notice how the drums come up from the lower stage and Phil’s timing is impeccable. That’s why there is a light for the audience to follow!
He has his drumsticks with him all along. Sits down and starts pounding on the drums!
He wrote this song after finding out his wife was cheating on him
Incredible performance and talent
But not for him. This is his natural ability. Very few have it. Just saying!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
As Phil once said, "I'm a drummer that can sing a little". He's a legend now and forever.❤❤
So true. Long live Phil through his masterpieces.
Karen Carpenter said the same thing.
nahhhh he is a singer that can play the drums either way he is a legand
He wrote the song about catching his wife with another man.
The recording was not as good as this recording live. My heart.
"He Plays the drums?"... - Dude, he started as drummer, he entered the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a Drummer.
One of the best drummers ever!
His surprise made me spit my water lol. It would be nice if reaction ppl did just a LITTLE research on the bands they review
maybe he should watch a video with the Foo Fighters and ask the same question, when Dave Grohl takes over the drums :)
He was the drummer for Genesis.
@@devwoman180 its better that he doesnt know anything, you get better reactions... that why we are here... THE REACTIONS.
He was the original drummer in Genesis before Peter Gabriel went on to pursue a solo career...great performance to react too!
i luv "no son of mine", by genesis
He was actually the 3rd drummer for Genesis. He joined them for their 3rd album Nursery Cryme.
He plays the drums?! 😀 ☮️❤️😎
He was a drummer first and foremost, and he is also one of only three recording artists, along with Paul McCartney and Michael Jackson, who have sold over 100 million records both as solo artists and separately as principal members of a band
Definitely need to react to genesis
Phil COLLINS is One of the Greatest DRUMMERS of All Time.
He sure is!!!
One of? He's the GOAT !!!!
Phil was the brst!!!
The fact that he does left handed is amazing too. Like the Paul McCartney of percussion.
So so true !!!!
As an old chick, I giggled watching you think this was a singer who plays the drums. Then I was delighted watching you discover that you just watched a legendary DRUMMER who can also sing!!
me too
Me 3! I was almost in tears at my delight!!
Same here😂😂
❤💯🎯
Me too😅😅😅
Yes the entrances were everything back in the day...teaches patience and the anticipation is amazing.
No lip-synching no auto play no glitter cannons, no ass shaking. You might be looking at a masterpiece of what a performance might wanna look like truly iconic.
Probably the best live performance of any song anywhere ever. ...oh to have been there!!!
@@rayaqueen9657i have seen him perform that song live during that tour. Still get goosebumps.
@@Brickmark_brick Oh my!
For certain!
One of the best Drummer's in history.
The Drummer that can sing.
This is called legendary talent, my friend, something we are in short supply of these days.
It’s not allowed anymore…..only those that will follow the devil will succeed
A lot of people don't realize that to be a drummer and lead singer you'd have to be a musical genius
I've been playing drums for 15 years. I've tried on and off for probably the equivalent of 5 years to sing and play at the same time. I can't do it. I lose my limb impendence when I try to sing. I can may do a song or 2. It's insanely hard.
@@kdailey4315 Was it Neil Peart of Rush who had trouble learning to ride a motorcycle even though he was a fantastic drummer
Don't forget uber-successful Songwriter/Composer.
@@kdailey4315 Indeed. The drums and voice are in completely different layers of the song. That is of course why we see so few singers that also drums. Or drummers that sings.. however you want to put it.
Throwing out a few retro names of drummer- singers
Karen Carpenter, played drums AND sang until Richard forced her out front. ( Carpenters)
Mikey Dolenz - The Monkees , took lessons to learn to play drums AFTER he got the role. So, he didnt know that it's very difficult. Ignorance is bliss, yah?
Don Henley- the Eagles- no further comment needed😮
Of note- P Collins punctuates his vocals like he is drumming them. Once you detect it, you can't un-hear it. But, that's a GOOD thing, yah? Because he owns that rhythm.
Yes, he plays the drums.
One of the best drummers of our lifetime, without question.
And the outfit always gives me the secluded billionaire vibe.
That's it! Secluded billionaire look. I was trying to think of something other than priest.
He always does an amazing job. He writes songs, and I think this was one of his.
@@ademoss80 Kung Fu fighter. Beast on drums.
Love it! Love it!
Darn right , great drummer
Multi genuine talent. This real talent does not exist in the music industry.
Only 1 independent artist matches this kind of talent. "Tom Macdonald "
Everyone in the audience KNEW what was coming… such a great performance!
It's like watching Lynard Skynyrd playing Freebird and the anticipation of the crowd as the tempo increases prior to the guitar solos.
That's why you could feel the energy through the video. I can only imagine actually being there!
Oh yeah, we knew!!!!!
If you weren’t grown in the 80’s, it’s hard to comprehend just how great the whole music scene was. Loved your reaction brother ❤️😂🫵🏿💯
One of the best ARENA ROCKERS to ever grace the stage❤
When I heard you question the headset my instant reaction was "he doesn't know Phil is the drummer." So satisfying to see your reaction! Phil is a legend!
I know, right?? 🤣😂
I know... I watched it waiting for his reaction.. ' any minute nooooow.!'. Boom.. There it was, the look.. Brilliant.. I'm 62 and a big fan. Someone tell him watch Mr blue sky elo. 😁
Jepp! I was like "Wait for it!" 🤣
Yep 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Same!
Dude on one of his albums he literally plays every single instrument in every song, and did all of the production work. Guy is a beast.
What album was that?
@@theeggtimertictic1136 Both Sides
@@themontecristo1985 ok thank you 👍
For his vinyl albums, he would hand write the liner notes ...
He also quite more often than not does 1 take on his song when recording being the perfectionist that he was musically.
He doesn't just play the drums. HE PLAYS DA DRUMS! Amazing talent!
Getting chills hearing this song........never gets old......... his voice is AMAZING.........
He is one of the world’s best drummers ever! The whole build up is to take him to the drums!
"He plays the Drums?!?" - Phil Collins started in this industry as a drummer. He played the drums on a ton of tracks for Genesis (the band he was in before he went solo.) So yes, Phil Collins plays the drums.
😂 I was so shocked and laughing! Poor BP!
I grew up as a kid when Phil played on everyone’s records and Michael McDonald sang on all of them, too. 🤣 And you would actually know this because - liner notes. I’m that old. ❤
couldnt have put it better
Didn't he play all the instruments on " can't hurry love" and recorded the drums first?
@@NoCanDu
Micheal McDonald never sang on any of Phil Collins or Genesis tunes.
I wonder how many people in the audience were "I've been waiting for this moment for all my life" :)
In case you weren't aware, Phil Collins is a master musician - he can play just about any instrument you throw his direction - no kidding...
If this guy didn't know who Phil Collins is, how is he qualified to judge him? Show how stupid old boy is.
So true ohh so true , seen him in concert 3 times he is amazing, his shows are great not as good as iron maiden but so good
I am from this generation of music, Thank you for honoring it. I just love your reactions.
One of the best drummer's of all times !!
Everyone knew Phil was the drum man back in the day. Awesome! ❤
Your face..priceless. Phil is a master of drums and voice and a total enigma by playing both.
The only other one that comes to mind is Levon Helm with The Band.
@@dogsoldiertoo1099 Don't forget Dave Grohl. Drummer for nirvana before lead vocals and guitar for foo fighters 👍
And - then there's Don Henley
Brann Dailor from mastodon also plays the drums while singing.
A left handed drummer, world class. The intro and slow walk around the staged was perfectly timed to showcase the talents of the entire band.
Left handed!! Wow, just like Ringo Starr. It seems left handed drummers are amazing!
@@Shasha-yg1mmyes we are 😊 and stage hands hate us 😉
@@EmmaBadOne Maybe that's why Ringo always used right handed drums.
Despite seeing this a million times I am always afraid he isn’t going to make it to the drums in time.😂
@@marquisdelafayette1929I know me too 😂😂
He was always a drummer, when the band needed a singer Phil said I'll try, and the rest is history.
What blows my mind is... What were the chances his singing voice would sound so much like Peter Gabriel?? What a stroke of great luck
@@caseyh8386 Really? I know people don't see the same things watching the same thing, but I didn't realize we don't hear the same thing listening to they same thing.
@@carolmorgan6734 🧐😳😅🤣
I dont want to correct you, that may have happened just after this happened. However, I watched a documentary where Mike and Tony were explaining how Phil started singing. They said they auditioned loads of people. Phil would lead them in, help them out, do a bit of singing to get things going. Mike and Tony said at the end of the day none of the candidates were better than Phil! So I guess they asked him in a round about sort of way :)
@@HDCYT Yeah I just condensed all that. Sorry I left you with the impression that I didn't know.
This has to be the 2oth time I have rewatched. I can never get enough of Phil Collins and now you.
He was originally just the drummer way back when the band Genesis first started out. At that time Peter Gabriel was the lead singer. When Peter left the band to pursue a solo career, the band started auditioning for a new lead singer. In the meantime, the plan was for Phil to temporarily take over the lead singing duties. Turned out they never hired a replacement lead singer, and it was Phil ever since. This particular song came from one of Phil's solo albums.
It's counterintuitive to sing lead and play drums simultaneously. It's a rare talent only few master. Phil Collins is a master.
Not really. Much like dancing and singing, or playing piano or guitar.
Simply another motion added to what you are already doing.
Playing any instrument while singing is equally challenging.
I actually find backup and harmony singing tougher than the lead. Playing stuff off and complimentary to the lead. Interjected part lyrics often instead of the whole logical line.
Enjoyable challenge.
Paulina (Pau) of The Warning sings and plays drums too. She is very young and is already great so she will only improve with age.
And Roger Taylor of Queen!
Don Henley.
Peter Criss
Thats gotta be the quote of the day!!!! " He plays the drums?"
Phil Colin’s was the drummer in Genesis, Peter Gabriel was lead singer. When Peter left Phil remained as one of the drummers and became lead singer. He created the double drums in his music. There was always him and another person playing drums.
Back in the 80's, sitting at a red light with this on the radio. You look around just as the drums hit, half the other drivers play air drums with you.
I still play the air drums on this one.
Truth
So true. I'd hear this song starting on the radio, then I'd put all the windows down in my Hearst Oldsmobile and crank my Blaupunkt up to 11. I'd hope I'd get stuck at a light when the drums kicked in just to treat whoever was stuck at the light with me. Good times!!!
Still do!!
Best song to blast with the windows down!!
Phil Collins was the drummer for the iconic rock band Genesis. Genesis, known for selling over 100 million records, was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Phil Collins not only played the drums but also took over the role of lead singer after the departure of Peter Gabriel. His distinctive drumming style and soulful vocals left an indelible mark on the music world.
I've seen Genesis at Peoples' Park in Bezerkly.
His finest drumming can be heard in his other band, Brand X.
Yes, that Phil Collins
he not only plays drums, he reinvented drums sound... Absolute legend
He’s always been a drummer , just so happens he’s a great singer as well🥰
Man, that was a perfect reaction to finding out Phil is a worldclass drummer. I'm jealous you get to experience that for the first time as an adult.
Yes he's has a voice back in the day everyone could actually sing. That's why we had the best of music 70th 80th And 90th
Right on !!!✌
The reaction to the drumming WILL NEVER get old. 😂
It's fun knowing what's coming up and just watching the face.
Never
Followed PC from the 80s and love your expression. For us back then it was normal but not to take anything away from him, he's one of a kind and pretty intense.
Even if you've heard the song before, this live performance is in another dimension
One of the greatest drummers of all time. Phil's 100% verified GOAT.
John Bonham & Neil Peart might want a word, well, they would if they could.
@@glennjones2635and Keith Moon
🇬🇧 Phil was a drummer before he was a singer! Now in his 70s and unfortunately can no longer play the drums due to a bad fall a number of years ago. Please try "Mama" by Genesis, it really shows off his vocal ability. 🥁🩵🇬🇧
He's been suffering with a spinal injury since 2007 so can hardly walk very sad .
Also folow you follow me genesis
Mama! my favourite track 😃
I remember that song. It's great!
@@janolafulI heard. Maybe the goal is to admire what he did accomplish.
Phil Collins has such a beautiful history in music. A true icon.
Phil‘s body has given out on him. But his mind is still there. He’s now retired. But he gave the world some wonderful music.
I heard his son has followed in his footsteps as a drummer!
❤
Kane Brown has a Song called In the Air, and he reached out to Phil about playing THE drum solo at a live performance at a music festival. PC said he was flattered, but couldn’t really do it anymore. THEN offered to have his son play instead; stating that Nicholas was actually a better drummer.🤣 IDK what happened in the end, but it’s a relevant story.
I'm so greatful I had the pleasure of seeing him live
He's just had his recording studio done out this year so there may still be life in the old dog.
"Different layers to music" love that. Phil Collins is a legend here in the uk, has been for decades.. Peace & Love from Liverpool Uk ✌🏼
Try legend worldwide... U just being modest lol
He doesn't just play them; he's not just also playing the drums, dude. He IS the drummer. Moreover, he is THE drummer.
Exactly!!! So glad we grew up with that great music!!!
THAT part!
Someone should tell this guy about Genesis.
Thank you so much for bringing the music of my childhood and teenage years to a new generation of listeners. Seriously the best type of music ever - IMHO.
He was first a percussionist.
His drums are like Santana's guitar...unmistakable!
That isn't strictly speaking true. He was in musical theatre as a child. In 1964 at the age of 13 he played the Artful Dodger in the first West End production of Oliver (he was not however the first person to have the role, the show opened in 1960). Phil also appeared in films as well.
But you are right that he rose to fame as a drummer in Genesis before becoming known as a vocalist.
@@petervenkman69 I didn't know his earlier background. Thanks!
He IS a drummer...who became a singer!!🎶🥁🎶🎵💙
Sounds like Karen Carpenter story as well eehh!!
He plays lots of instruments! I believe he wrote this while going through his divorce. She initiated it because She was in an affair! He was on the road getting his career started & she Thought he was fooling around but in the bio I heard that he didn't have time for it with trying to make it big. & Make It, He Did!❤
@@marshawargo7238 id read that his first wife was having an affair with a local decorator, and had been overheard in a pub talking to her friends about how this decorator earnt a decent income while Phil Collins and the others in Genesis were doing the pub/club rounds not earning much. And that being the reason he often sat a paint pot on the stage at the start of any concerts, ie just to stick up two fingers at them lol
Its wild that a lot of people still don't know Phil is a drummer but he honestly is known mostly for his singing to mainstream audiences not deep into the stuff he has been involved with over the years. The big 80's gated snare huge drum room sound? Phil Collins and the boys literally invented it because Peter Gabriel forced him to play without using cymbals of any kind so they had to fill the drum mix with something. Dude pioneered a whole ass decade defining production technique that is still used to this day and one of the core components of the sound of the 1980's
You miss the point, you forget he was the lead singer and drummer in Genesis. I only know one more more band with the lead singer to be a drummer, its a Finnish band called the hurryganes, good band by the way, look it up.
Levin Helm from The Band, he sang and played drums and Don Henley, The Eagles
@@Mr_Seppo Don Henley of The Eagles and Kelly Keagy both shared lead singing duties while drumming.
@@sharona256 also many forget
Karen Carpenter also sang and played the drums
both exceptionally well
{:-) PAV UK
It brings me such great joy to watch you appreciate this track... When Peter Gabriel left Genesis, Phil Collins doubted he had the vocal chops to take the lead vocal spot. Phil, and in particular with this song, is widely credited with the iconic gated reverb drum sound. Bassist Lee Sklar (on that trippy Dingwall with fanned frets) is a serious session and touring first call guy. Man, you made me smile with this one...
Just watching your reaction was priceless. Phil is a very gifted man. He's wrote many many songs for himself and others. There's only one Phil Collins.
Amen to that!!!
Yep this song was about him witnessing his friend drawn and the man who did go to jail.
Your reaction to Phil sitting down, priceless, knew it was coming, you will never unhear that.
If you’re at a light and someone’s playing the drums, you know it’s Collin’s doing ITAT.
OMG! You had the best reaction to this video. YOU were speechless. Phil Collins made you speechless. Mark this day down in history!😆🤣🥳😱🫣
This is SICK!!! What an incredible performance from none other than Phil Collins!!
Not only does he play the drums, but he’s unequivocally one of the top drummers in the world… The GOAT!
Wait till he finds out how many other artists he played drums for. And how many drum machines he programmed for other artists.
It's a tie for me. Phil Collins and the drummer for Rush
KAREN CARPENTER was FIRST!!
Period!
You just watched one of the best live performances in musical history. Every time I watch it I find myself forgetting to breathe.
😂😂😅😊 Me too!
I agree %1000!!!!
Yes!
100% agree Whole concert is an absolute joy
Yes!!!
I find myself holding my breath every time I watch a new reaction to this!!
This was one of the most epic performances of this song. He can not only sing but his drum playing is on point and damn if he can’t do both at the same time !! TALENT!!!
Omg this gives me goosebumps every time I watch it he is amazing singer and even better on the drums 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
I love how the audience gets hyped up as he approaches the drums, they know whats coming.
One of the best drummer singers we have in my opinion 🎉
Most people have no clue how incredibly difficult it is to sing (and at THIS level) and drum at the same time. Special, special talent.
Yep, just ask Don Henley.
I've tried and I failed. 🤣 I now know my limits as a musician!
I can drum but not both
Check out Karen Carpenter, she could sing and play drums too at highest level!
Apparently Phil's a left handed drummer...apparently makes a difference when playing and singing
8:17 One of the beautiful parts of this performance is his precision on walking to get to the drums at THE exact right time. And you can hear the cheers increase the moment the drums show up in his spotlight.
If you listen to the bass player Leland Sklar, Phil made him nervous that he wouldn’t get to the drums on time. “Get your sticks!”
Phil Collins is a musical genius. ❤
I have been waiting to see your reaction to THIS performance. It was fire!!! Have watched it a 1,000 times and NEVER tire of seeing young people's reactions to his raw talent.😊
I get chills every time I see this !! 🔥🔥🔥
Phil is a LEGEND!!!!! And his team was out of this planet! Just hear that clear, crisp sound!!! AWESOMENESS!
That's why he had a headset on. He was the original drummer for Genesis and not the lead singer until Peter Gabriel left, he's also quite the comedian during his concerts. I was lucky enough to get to see him years ago wonderful.
He was actually the 3rd drummer for Genesis. He joined them for their 3rd album Nursery Cryme.
Phil on the drums is THE moment of the entire song haha. Great reaction, loved how it took you by surprise
It still kills me to see peoples reactions when they first find out Phil was a drummer before he went solo.
He was known as THE drummer back in his day.
He was a singer before he went solo, and a drummer after he went solo. His solo career has no real bearing on his time in Genesis and what he did then :)
The look on your face when you heard his voice was Great! I cracked a smile from ear to ear. But when he walked upstairs to his drums and you realized he played that cracked me up... as a 65yr old I grew up with this Classic rock and Country music. Keep investigating because there is way More songs out there for you to learn about. 😅
The man is a legend and a national treasure here in UK... this performance is phenomenal.. Thank you for making my evening great
This was from yeeeeeears ago; he's 71 now! (just retired last year due to health) Gives me chills every time I hear this Live version. Phil Collins started out as the fantastic drummer for Genesis; he wasn't actually a singer until later, and not "trained". You should really be saying, "HE SINGS TOO?!" I'm from his time (I'm 60 now) and it gives me joy that someone your age enjoy and appreciate this.
His son is fantastic on drums now in his place
Probably one of the most iconic drum sequences in any song. This song was also featured in the original Miami Vice TV show. Nonpoint redid the song for the Miami Vice movie and it's an awesome remake.
I saw him in an interview and he talked about being in a lot of pain from his performances, I believe a lot of it is from playing the drums. He's Amazing! I think his son is doing the drums also. That very much a Phil Collins outfit. He was also in Mike and the Mechanics. Amazing!
'He plays the drums?!' Oh wow bro that is brilliant. Mr Collins IS a drummer!
I was puzzled at first about your reaction to the headset, cuz I knew Phil Collins first as Genesis' drummer/lead singer. Then as I understood you didn't know what was coming, I was anticipating both his drumming & your reaction. LOL. I'm still grinning over it. Phil Collins was a great performer. I saw him in 1984 (Genesis, Mama tour) and it was FANTASTIC. Ya know... my dad always said you should learn at least one new thing every day. I enjoyed watching you learn. :)
Phil Collins is an outstanding Drummer!
One of the greatest drummers the world has seen, so glad Phil Collins performed when I was young how lucky were we, he was and is a real artist.
YES!!
HE PLAYS THE DRUMS!!
that's what we all were waiting for ...
His "DRUM SOLO!"
How blessed we were in the 70's and 80's. Amazing music was all around us. Phil was there.
I'm so grateful to the time I grew up in. The music and musicians were incredible. No autotune. Sheer talent.
The look on your face when you realised the legend that is Phil Collins plays the drums is priceless! Phil could put his shoes under my bed anytime. Love him.❤🦘🇦🇺
You have made my day! “He plays the drums?” Brilliant! He was originally a drummer, but stepped up as vocalist when no one wanted to do it!
That performance shows exactly why I'm so happy to be 70 years old and have lived through some, if not all, of the most important and best music from Buddy Holly to Elvis, the Beatles, Rolling Stones all the way through to today's somewhat different styles of music like Rap and Ren. I like to think that somehow there is more great music to come, but I find it difficult to imagine what that might sound like. I mean, I've heard it all, haven't I!?!?
Actually there is someone new to hear. His name is Dimash Kudaibergen and he is acknowledged by voice experts the world over as having the best voice today if not ever, then in generations. He has a seven octave range, multiple genres, and can literally sing anything. He’s highly educated, does world tours, tall, dark, and handsome, and known for his kindness and humanity and he’s still only 29 years old. There so much to know about him and he has an extensive catalog of music.
Me too! I am 65 and I loved the musical journey of my life. The talent we have witnessed! I feel sorry for ppl who weren't exposed to it all like we were.
That was freaking hilarious that you didn't know he was a drummer. Made my night smiling ear to ear. Thanks so much!
Yeah, he was a world-class drummer before he was a singer-songwriter. This guy oozes music. Thanks for a great reaction!
Every aspect of this performance is perfect. The timing, the lighting effects, the camera work, his voice and his drumming all blend together perfectly in the best performance I have ever seen by any artist. And I’m 77 and have a lot to compare him to.
That is what 50 plus years of professional live musical performance experience looks like. Phil has been star of the show for a LONG time.
Life goes full circle, if you live long enough, as I saw Phil and his original Group: GENESIS play their first ever Top Of The Bill performance with 3,000 others in Croydon, South East London,England in 1972 and now 52 years have passed since...
@@Isleofskye It has been 60 since he first stared in the West End.
@@Michael_Biggs_ He was more of a Dodger than "Artful" in those days.:)
U just Discovered A LEGEND..We were ROCKING to this Jam in the 80s!! What an Incredible Era it was to be ALIVE!!🎉😊❤
The 80's were amazing! Class of 89!
Your not foolish sir Your Young! I'm 63 and grew up with phil collins ❤
The first time I saw it I was stressed he wasn’t going to make it to the drum kit in time because he was so nonchalant about it lol! So glad you got to experience it. Great reaction!
You just watched the performance of a lifetime. My favorite Collins song. He wears loose stuff because its cool and loose. They wear battery packs.
He is one of the most talented musicians ever. Acting, singer, drummer, keyboard and many more. Endless talent.
Loved your reaction. The best live performance ever!!!!
Nice Reaction, He just announced last year he will not be playing the drums live anymore. Age catches us all.
Didn’t he have a stroke several years ago?
TWO years ago in March. He has devastating nerve damage that makes it impossible to play drums, let alone hold the sticks, and neck surgery was no cure. He has to walk with a stick.