British guitarist analyses Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton live in 1983
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- Опубликовано: 5 окт 2024
- Following the sad news of Kenny's passing yesterday, here's Kenny and Dolly.
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Just looking at their faces you can see them thoroughly enjoying singing this Bee Gee's classic. Their voices and chemistry were phenominal.
Kenny was my teen heart throb (yeah I'm Old). His voice is something you recognize immediately, masculine, distinct and unique. Ruby, my favorite back then, shows off the rasp you speak of. Lady, later, really shows his range. Bless him, will miss him. And Dolly, well, she is a national treasure. She can sing anything, with anybody.
This duet works so well because of the friendship and respect they share. they are having fun and the audience joins in.
I once heard Kenny say in an interview that he didn't feel he was a good singer but he did think he was a good story teller. Thanks for all of your stories, Kenny.
It was a real tragedy when the world lost Kenny Rogers. I've been listening to him in the cradle as my Mum loved The First Edition and when he turned country, my Granny played him nearly every day. Besides the Gibb flair in this song, I get the fact these two were just having so much fun singing this. I just love their video You Can't Make Old Friends. It brings me to tears knowing Kenny is gone, but it's such a great song...about them.
My husband and I went to a Steppenwolf concert in the late 60's and Kenny was the opening act for them. We soon forgot Steppenwolf but never forgot Kenny...he saved that night!!! He sang "Ruby, don't take your love to town" and a few others, too.
I heard Barry Gibb say they gave this song to Kenny and Kenny said that it ought to be sung as a duet and he knew the perfect person to sing it with him: Dolly Parton!!!
Loved Kenny's raspy voice..what a sweet guy.
We will miss him 💔
Kenny and Dolly make it look easy. That is talent.
One of the best duet live performances of ALL TIME!!!
Gosh, they seemed be having so much fun singing together.
@V8 fool -I never heard about that one. Elvis was a great talent too. There'd be no real reason for her to refuse to do that. In fact she was ok with him singing one of her songs but Tom Parker messed that one up with his demands and it never happened.
They have such great chemistry, you can tell they are friends in real life. I loved the christmas movie they starred in A Christmas to Remember.
RIP Kenny💞💞💞
Dolly is like a puppy and Kenny is having a hard time not cracking up to her antics.
Total professionals so free to enjoy their craft ❤️
If anyone can do a great tribute, it’s you Fil. Thank you!
Thanks!
I loved the chemistry of these two in this song and Dolly’s playful asides during the performance. They looked like two good mates just having fun. ❤️
They had incredible chemistry. Dolly came out onto the stage like a BOSS! 2 sparks burst into flames. Just can’t help but smile while watching this performance. Kenny Rodgers was such a pro!
I love them so much. Separate they are great but together they are something special. You can't fake that chemistry. They seem like the type of instant friendship that you don't find often. I pray he rests in peace. 💜
Kenny sang a cover of Bob Seger's "We've Got Tonight" in a duet with Sheena Easton, and during a live show around this time frame he brings out Dolly to help him sing on "We've Got Tonight". During the performance towards the end where they both take turns singing the lines, instead of, "Who needs tomorrow", Dolly sneaks in a, "Who needs Sheena Easton" and Kenny has a big laugh but somewhat of a nervous one since she puts him on the spot in front of the audience. They truly were very close friends and it shines through in their work.
Gotta love Kenny and Dolly. Great song from Barry Gibb! RIP Kenny
Such a wonderful lady! Dolly is a National Treasure. “Excuse me Kenny” she stepped on his foot and apologized mid-song
Plus, she has the best “giggle”
Why would she do such a thing?
@@CoasterMan13Official - She didn't do it on purpose!
One thing I love about Dolly, she never sings a song the same way every time. They are made for each other.
That key change is incredible. She nails it without any time to get her ear in. That is incredibly difficult. So impressive. I feel like Dolly is really under rated as a musician.
That performance can’t help but make you smile. It’s infectious. They are both in their absolute groove.
Underrated as a genius songwriter too, amazing talent
@@cindiekelcey3578 Barry Gibb and his production team of Karl Richardson and Alby Galuten was responsible for the key change,
but when they performed this themselves in 1997 for the One Night Only concert in MGM Grand, there was no key change
Their friendship is so incredible when they performed together 💙
Kenny was wonderful. Thanks for the tribute to Kenny. Many of the younger people probably would be surprised what a huge star he was.
And that is why Islands in the Stream became alive as no. 1 country top charts the way how Dolly brought this song to life . The world just went crazy with this 2 legendary performers.! Thanks for as perfect analyses. RIP Kenny🙏💕💋
Just saw a little phone message from Dolly. Poor lady heard about the passing of her dear friend Kenny, while watching the news on television. This was such a great duet by two completely different styles of vocalization. Rest easy old friend.
Amen to that.😭☹.
Dolly was devastated...her sorrow is so great
And just today Charley Pride passed
Another legendary country artist and old friend of Dolly
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My Mom at 89 has outlived all but one close friend I am sad to say COVID has kept her at arms length from grandkids too. It’s so hard but her recent Christmas Special was well received.
Barry Gibb proved his status as a musical visionary by wanting Dolly to sing this with Kenny. Talk about a perfect paring. And she was recording in the same building with Barry and Kenny were working on this!
You can hear the Gibbs style / flavor in this song ..i can hear the Gibbs singing it... I think thats why he suggested to bring in Dolly..
I also heard that Kenny actually only agreed to record the song if she agreed to do it with him! Glad she did! ❤️
Kenny didn't like the song, absolutely didn't want to cut it... Barry suggested a duet with Dolly and yes she just so happened to be at Middle Ear Studios! Plus you have to give credit to Albhy Galutan and Karl Richardson. The Gibbs were really musical geniuses. I honestly believe that this song would have brought the Bee Gees out of the Disco backlash had they cut it for themselves.
This ended up being the greatest #1 Kenny ever made....
In fact, originally the songs wasn't meant as a song for Dolly and Kenny. The first idea was to make it a soul song for Marvin Gaye. But for whatever reason Gaye wasn't able or didn't want to record it. Then Barry got in contact with Dolly and Kenny and the Gibbs rewrote it into a country song to match Kenny and Dolly's style. A rewrite that was going to make history.
Wonderful to see two performers enjoy each other so much. I’ve seen duets where two people stand on opposite sides of the stage and never even acknowledge the other one is there. Two gems here.
RIP Kenny. This duet is magical, I am swept away by the lyrics. Kenny was very talented, and it seems one has to be able to adapt to survive in the music industry.
Another great song written by the legendary Barry Gibb.
RIP Kenny Rogers.
This was my favorite song and Ruby next.
Yes it was ❤
Dolly is so sweet, giving and professional. You can tell she really really enjoyed Kenny's company, she has a much more powerful voice but she never tries to overpower Kenny.
I saw Kenny and dolly parton at dollywood back in 1985. They were both great. The women went nuts when Kenny did Lady. The didn't call him the panty dropper for nothing. Thanks for sharing.
You are class act Fil. Thank you so much. RIP KR
Thanks!
Soul mates come in different forms. The chemistry and friendship between these two is such an example. I’m so glad they did the song “You can’t make old friends”. I’m sure that’s a very bittersweet song for Dolly, as it talks about the show going on once one of them is gone. They both know that in the next life they’ll surely see each other again, as said in the song because “you can’t make old friends.” Such a divine gift and connection that these two used to share their beautiful talents and chemistry with the world. Two of my favorite people since a very little girl. RIP KENNY To echo Reba, “Dolly, he sure loved you”
Wonderful commentary and analyses as usual Phil. I remember the night this aired on television and it was quite an experience. From the moment Dolly stepped onto stage, the room couldn't be quiet as everyone was exclaiming throughout the performance. It was so powerful in such a CHARMING way, and everyone was talking about it for days. I can't imagine anyone watching this without becoming elevated.
They have great energy together and I love her giggle!
His songs left a lot of good memories for many.
I think this period of time was when Kenny looked sooo handsome and after the plastic surgery he was never this good looking again. Some celebrities went under the knife and it was like the Mona Lisa had been defaced. Kenny Rogers is a good example of this and another example is Priscilla Presley. Before her plastic surgery she was a GORGEOUS woman and the surgery ruined her looks. It's a shame that celebrities don't make the decision to look their age and maintain their beauty instead of trying to shave five or ten years off of the way they look and in the process totally destroy their looks.
Of course, regardless of the way he looked Kenny had a great voice and I loved his songs "Coward of the County", "The Gambler" and "Ruby Don't Take Your Love to Town". In answer to George Jones' question of "Who's gonna fill their shoes?" I would say in regard to Kenny Rogers, NO ONE will fill his shoes. RIP, Kenny. We will be playing and loving your music for a long long time to come.
I grew up on this. So many of those memories have his soundtrack.
I absolutely love your analysis style and your expertise and relatable manner in all things music, voice and performance 👍👍👍Cheers from 🇦🇺
Well said. Fil has an uncanny way of capturing the essence of not only the song, but, the artist(s).
Thanks!
Very interesting input. Greetings from Perth.
Fil, thank you for covering so much country and western content. I know at heart you are into rock but I have huge respect for you covering Kenny and Dollly.
The music world lost a real talent. Thanks Fil! 👍💖
Their live performances together were simply amazing.
Incredible talents and skills. The song sung by them is still so fresh. Dolly is such a powerhouse!
Is there anyone who doesn't love Dolly's and Kenny's version of this song??? It's impossible for me to hear this song without singing along at the top of my voice. Some songs just make you happy...this is one of them! 😊
Two complete and unique pros. A privilege to see this and be reminded of this. Thanks Fil!
Fil, this video was the best eulogy anyone could have been given! Godspeed, Kenny.
I grew up with two icons as personal idols. There was and never will be any better than these 2! Thank you so much for reacting!
Kenny's songs have been rolling in my head all day. He and Dolly together are fantastic. The song is wonderful, but them together enjoying what they are doing is over the top. Thanks Fil.
Fil. I needed this. Live in NY. This is fun. And really smile here. Some difficulties for me but good to be positive
@J Carver Thank you. You as well
Hang in there, Sue....keep listening to music that makes you smile and stay protected.
I am in NY too and please stay safe . Have faith we shall all persevere.
2 great singers and great analysis by a genius gentleman, Mr. Fil what more can you ask for? Try to have a good week.🙂🍎☕🐣.
Best wishes from just north of the border in TO !
Best duets ever performed to perfection! Classic, their voice and emotion fully released here. Will forever be the best country duet of all time. It is sad to know these two won’t be on the same stage again. Two beautiful people and their great music. Rest In Peace sweet music man. Thank you for countless love songs. ❤️❤️
Hallmark of professionals is making it look both easy and fun.
yep spot on!
RIP Kenny Rogers, a great man with a great voice, i have great memories with his song with Sheena Easton, We've Got Tonight
Im not from the 80s, i heard that song in 2015, i got good memories from that year
More of the genius of Barry Gibb, not only did he write this song he produced the album... Kenny didn't like, didn't want to cut this song until Barry suggested a duet, again pure genius getting Dolly Parton... The rest is history, Robin Gibb always said the Bee Gees gave up the song that would get them back to #1 in the 80s
The Bee Gees live version from 1997 is a slightly faster than the original studio recording, which I think benefits the pace of the song.
@@allisons3663 Barrys original demo of the song is incredible, had the Bee Gees cut the song I think it would have pulled them out of the disco backlash.
@@allisons3663 and it doesn't have the key change before the second verse.
Fil, your analyses are always spot on, thanks for the respectful tribute to Kenny!
Wonderful analysis & tribute, Fil. Thank you.
The duet "You can't make old friends" is so very appropriate a video to see now - Kenny & Dolly explain their friendship. It wasn't just some convoluted thing for the industry.
Godspeed, Kenny. God bless Dolly.
Stay well, Fil. 🇺🇸💜🇬🇧
"You Can't Make Old Friends" is such a sweet song ♥
Hi Fil !!!!
Just dropped in to see what condition my condition was in ..... =^>
David Cantwell Something’s Burning
I know, it’s not the song you were referring to. 😁
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Yeah I know, but try telling that to Lucille.
@@davidcantwell2489 Or Ruby
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Smashed the like button before the video started :D
rphnick I did the same thing I love this song and Dolly always makes me smile, Dolly and Kenny were magical together, Kenny will be so missed.
Me too.
Hahaha!!! So. Did I
Once again, I learned so much, and once again, you've taught me how to appreciate the artistry. Thank you!
I love that you take the time to ❤️ our comments. I don't know if you actually find the time to read every word, but dang, it's very gracious of you to acknowledge your fans.
No problem!
Thank you thank you Fil. Such a feel good song from two wonderful singers❤️
I just started watching this video and I love it already.
When this song came out I was working at a country radio station here in flyover country, played this (a 45 on a turntable) many times.
People LOVE this song.
I loved Kenny. Such a class act always. He’ll be missed.💙
Not only do you have a great eclectic taste in music, you are quite talented at articulating the essence of each song. Well done, sir!
Thanks!
And Fil is such an likable guy !
One of the timeless duets ever,RIP Kenny. Sad moment for country music. Thanks Fil,hope you are coping OK in these difficult times with covid19. These videos help a lot in a dark time for so many!
Dolly is the real deal. 100% God given talent, a natural. And just a genuinely likable person. After watching the Grammy awards, I really miss when stars were stars and would wow you.
Yes Dolly is the real deal and a real wiz in business-- doesnt tolerate nor give BS. Read her book; you will deepen your respect her even more.
My favorite duet ever. Every time they did it, they just had so much fun.
Dolly always makes everyone smile, even you!!! Love your smile
Two fantastic artists. Your smile reflects my own watching this. So joyful.
You REALLY need to analyze Kenny and Dolly's last duet together...You Can't Make Old Friends!! It always brings me to tears!!❤😢
Awesome analysis Fil. Love Kenny and Dolly, RIP Kenny!!!!
Thanks Kenny. A true star performer and songwriter. Dolly is, well, Dolly. She fills your heart with joy
I remember Kenny with the First Edition on their TV show Rollin'. Kenny had long hair, an earring and played bass guitar. Thanks for the tribute and background info re the First Edition.
They were magical together. I love both of them either separate or dual. This is a teachable moment for upcoming singers. He left me with some wonderful moments.
God bless Kenny
RIP.
Side note - I am totally impressed with your knowledge of this.
You have a real gift. God bless you young man.
I remember this song.It was a big hit in the early 80s.It was playing on the radio almost everyday , and was a hit.Made by the Gibb Brothers.Kenny and Dolly was doing a fantastic Job with this song.It was awesome , and still is.I love IT.♥️
Thanks professor...
R.I.P. Mr. Rogers...
God bless you guys...
Brotherrrrrrr
Big Lebowski...did not know that Kenny did Checked My Condition tune while The Dude was tripping scene....thanks Fil
Heres a good one from Christchurch New Zealand Live!!!! ruclips.net/video/BCNORo_tmKs/видео.html
Finally!!! Been waiting for someone to do this one!!! Thank you!!! 😊 R.I.P. Kenny Rogers!!! Thank you for the childhood memories!!! 😥
Two of my most favorite artists from my childhood! The 70s and 80s were a great time to grow up! :) Rest peacefully, Kenny!
Great analysis of a great performance. Fil, your appreciation and knowledge of music is an antidepressant.
Another nice tribute to two "old-school" giants Fil! Classy as always. So sad we have Kenny Rogers no longer, but we still have his music.
I'm not the only one who waves back at the top of the video when Fil waves and says 'hi' - am I? Am I?!
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You never tire of seeing Dolly Parton show why she is just such a phenomenal talent- in a league of her own. Kenny was the consummate professional- a master of what he did with a great voice that delivers on the lyrical component of the song- as he proved with his version of "Ruby" no maudlin histrionics- just a mastery wrought from years of experience. You really need to do an analysis of Roger Miller. It was his version of Ruby that Kenny tweaked to have that monster hit. Roger was unquestionably a musical genius- a man of so many talents. Here he does his biggest hit and you can see Thumbs Carllile on Telecaster- playing it flat in his own idiosyncratic but brilliant way. Thumbs is worthy of a video of his own but to do justice to Roger, you would need quite a few. ruclips.net/video/oKF-712iz9w/видео.html Here he is- being totally zany and you get a glimpse of Dolly Parton before she left Porter. This is hilarious: ruclips.net/video/wS0ToIJv_P4/видео.html
When Kenny and Dolly recorded “Islands in the Stream” in the studio, it was only the second time they ever met. Previously he appeared on her 1970s TV show.
And it turned into one of the greatest friendships in country music. Love the pair of them.
Thanks for sharing man! Kenny Rogers had such a great career. Dolly, well...she’s Dolly! Two gifted musicians, songwriters and performers. This is one of those moments when a great song (thanks Barry Gibb!) could be performed by multiple artists and it’s fantastic. Kenny Rogers and Lionel Richie worked together on “Lady” which became a massive hit for both! ✌🏻🙂
They had such incredible chemistry on stage! Their voices complimented each other’s with amazing ease! Just beautiful to watch and listen to! RIP Kenny! Cheers Mario! 👌👏
The Gambler was a childhood favorite. Thanks Fil. Always great.
That is HOW you SELL it, kids! Thnx, Fil!
I love your passion for music. You love and respect all musicians across all genres.
Wonderful to see this with your excellent comments. They were so obviously enjoying themselves and so comfortable with each other. I’ll miss him. Thanks for giving us this video!
This guy had amazing voice control. In addition, he would turn on his “distortion pedal control”. Some singers, like Joe Cocker, had a naturally hoarse voice, ie he sang this way all the time. And many singers have a vocal loss with age - a good exemple is Robert Plant, he just cannot reach those levels of Led Zeppelin songs anymore - but Kenny kept his voice accuracy ‘till the end. Such a phenomenon ! Great Fil
Two prolific Stars in their own right makes for a Super Duet Performance. Great analysis Fil.
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Far out! Written by the Bee Gees for Marvin Gaye! Wonderful learning that about this exquisite song. A perfect song for these two pros. Thanks Fil.
Kenny and Dolly. Can't get any better than that. Love Kenny.☹😭🙏🙏
A great tribute to this duet. When they performed together it was a feel good moment to watch. Thanks, Fil!
I look forward to watching the analysis videos you put out Phil, when you are 81.
He was a man with a unique sound, a distinctive voice. Same thing with Dolly. And as you said it so well, Kenny Rogers was BIG in his day. As always, your insight into the music itself, the performers, and performances, taps heart and mind. Your channel is a bright spot in an complex, unreasonable, confusing, annoying, ify world. Tuning into your channel, spotlights how similar in appreciation of others... different others... we truly are, and I love it.
Thanks!
Well said, D'Lou... very well said.
What a fantastic analysis.
Thank you.
I have seen Barry Gibb say that the song was actually meant for Ottis Redding. Thanks for your great videos. RIP KENNY. What a shock. Just on of those that would go on forever. He has IT all. Voice, looks, personality and relatability.
Brother Fil, I am feeling old because another one of the greatest singers/artists of my childhood has passed away. As I have said before Dolly is from a hour or so away from where I was born & Kenny is a favorite of mine from my childhood so as far I am concerned, music is dying with the autotune, etc. Spot on as usual. 👍👍
"Love Or Something Like It", "Lucille", & "I Just Checked In" are my favorite Kenny Rogers songs.
I also like his duets with Dotty West.
I am a racing fan and "You Picked A Fine Time To Leave Me Loose Wheel" is a standard.
He was in a racing movie and I can't remember the name of the movie except for the line "No shit Dick Tracy what's your next case?"
The last time I remember seeing him was in the Geico commercial.
Six Pack was the movie. Saw it in a drive-in.
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Yes that was the name of the movie. We still have a drive-in in my home town. It's about 1/2 mile from my house.
Bringing up nailing the key change note, in pitch, time, tempo - Thanks Fil.
Thank you, Fil, for such a wonderful and insightful analysis of Kenny Rogers & Dolly Parton. It was enjoyable and interesting (as your analyses usually are). Also, congratulations on 122k subscribers. Shared!
I love ”Just dropped in…” and Ruby, that’s is a very sad history. It’s about injured soldier coming home, he can’t walk, and Ruby just leaving him.
when she says excuse me kenny - look where her hand was. the beegees wrote this song Rest in blissful peace - miss you already
Mistakes and bloopers are all part of a live performance and what makes it special and entertaining.
I love these two together! Dolly is from my home state, Tennessee😘💕