British guitarist analyses The Righteous Brothers live in 1965!

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  • Опубликовано: 3 ноя 2019
  • Tonight I'm taking a look at The Righteous Brothers' Bobby Hatfield performing 'Unchained Melody'!
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  • @thomvogan3397
    @thomvogan3397 4 года назад +800

    This was recorded live without benefit of auto tune. Vocalists in those days didn't need it, they had this remarkable thing called talent.

    • @TheShootist
      @TheShootist 4 года назад +12

      you should try live opera

    • @Ursaminor31
      @Ursaminor31 4 года назад +6

      Bobby Brady the satanic cabal isn’t interested unless it’s evil mindless programming

    • @gibbopg
      @gibbopg 4 года назад +10

      While I agree ... I think there are very talented vocalists around, but they are not allowed to fly without a net on some tv performances. after a while the pressure of always sounding perfect sneaks into every performance. I really admire those who back themselves...

    • @Christobanistan
      @Christobanistan 3 года назад +5

      @@Ursaminor31 "he satanic cabal" Oh lordy, another nutjob.

    • @meganwilliams2962
      @meganwilliams2962 3 года назад

      @@Christobanistan Nurse!!!!

  • @dawnaberry8452
    @dawnaberry8452 3 года назад +55

    Perfection. I'll never forget that evening when my parents were watching this show, October 1965. Daddy was amazed by Bobby. Dad had been a professional singer in the 1930's, a "Crooner," and a Bass- Baritone. He made us all not talk until it was over, then said he had never heard anything that came close to Bobby's voice.

  • @edhorton2766
    @edhorton2766 Год назад +43

    Bobby Hatfield owns this song. He absolutely aced this live performance.

  • @drumguy1960
    @drumguy1960 4 года назад +315

    No song has ever been sung more perfectly than this performance

    • @tomvance8522
      @tomvance8522 3 года назад +7

      Don McLean’s Vincent is right there for me. Both just spectacular.

    • @SteviePaints
      @SteviePaints 2 года назад +2

      I would say Jay Black’s “Cara Mia” comes very close.

    • @garyechols9458
      @garyechols9458 2 года назад +2

      I believe he did a magical description of Vincent van Gogh. One of my favorites.

  • @rhwinner
    @rhwinner 4 года назад +657

    The word, 'epic' is thrown around a lot, but how he sings this song is *_epic..._*

    • @dianemccrea3605
      @dianemccrea3605 4 года назад +24

      No Argument There ! 👍

    • @gibi498
      @gibi498 4 года назад +1

      Hi There.. can you please check my cover of this song.. Thanks.

  • @beefonweckeastside3323
    @beefonweckeastside3323 4 года назад +588

    A man with a voice and a song and the world stopped and listened

    • @chronic2001n
      @chronic2001n 4 года назад +17

      It's amazing to see an audience in total awe.

    • @jojosewist8921
      @jojosewist8921 4 года назад +20

      And listened and are still listening

    • @celiagorleski2716
      @celiagorleski2716 4 года назад +15

      REST IN PEACE, BOBBY.

    • @dianeolsen33
      @dianeolsen33 4 года назад +6

      @@jojosewist8921 well said .

    • @keithcaserta
      @keithcaserta 3 года назад +6

      @@celiagorleski2716 Rest in happiness, Bobby. You earned your place in heaven from this performance. You used the talent you had to great effect, and awesome impact.

  • @MaxwellFaro
    @MaxwellFaro 4 года назад +266

    Is it just me or is it incredible that he can hit all of those notes with no visible strain on his face? He’s 100% killing it and he looks like he’s just speaking.

    • @StratMatt777
      @StratMatt777 2 года назад +27

      You have discovered the secret to singing. If you are visibly straining you are pushing too hard and need to adjust your technique (learn how access your upper range with your chords and throat and soft palate instead of by pushing).
      When you stumble upon how this works it is magic. It's like unlocking a door.

    • @rbeck3200tb40
      @rbeck3200tb40 2 года назад +14

      I read that Bobby actually had the rare ability to hit 4 or 5 octaves which is rare in a singer

    • @justmep61
      @justmep61 2 года назад +19

      He's so casual, calm, and relaxed when he sings that it's soothing to listen to. It's rare. Can you imagine hitting those high notes without that straining look on your face? I can't. And trying to sing this would make the average person's throat sore lol.

    • @oldhillbillybuckkowalski
      @oldhillbillybuckkowalski 2 года назад +13

      The smooth, unstrained transition from one end of his vocal range to the other that always seems to be just as powerful as needed , yet never overpowering, and occurs with apparent ease.

    • @williambergman3840
      @williambergman3840 2 года назад +12

      His voice was mind blowingly gorgeous

  • @AzaleaLuna
    @AzaleaLuna 4 года назад +115

    I can't get enough of this song. His voice is angelic.

  • @rickjason215
    @rickjason215 4 года назад +1434

    This song was done by dozens of artists including Elvis. Hatfield makes it completely his. No one else is close.

    • @gsd4me00
      @gsd4me00 4 года назад +18

      Over 1550 cover versions of this song, apparently.

    • @debbystacy4784
      @debbystacy4784 4 года назад +59

      Definitely agree..its Bobby

    • @rickjason215
      @rickjason215 4 года назад +10

      David Hunn It’s a very old song and there is even a version of an elderly Bill Medly doing it. My favorite part of this version is when the horns come in.

    • @LightningDogg
      @LightningDogg 4 года назад +32

      No...No.... No one else has ever done this song.👍😎

    • @Vigilant53
      @Vigilant53 4 года назад +31

      Right on. It brings tears to my eyes!

  • @yangerjamir0906
    @yangerjamir0906 4 года назад +206

    The vocal gymnastic in this performance is insane. Bobby Hatfield was one of a kind. RIP, you Legend.

  • @maryanngarrimone1153
    @maryanngarrimone1153 Год назад +57

    OMG the late Bobby
    Hatfild. This is his song. I was 15 yrs when I watched him sing this beautiful song in 1965. No auto tunes just pure raw talent! Pure raw talent! RIP Bobby...we miss your beautful voice!!! 💖

  • @danaparker3628
    @danaparker3628 2 года назад +94

    This version is better than any other Bobby did and it was live!! Nobody has ever been able to come near to this performance!!

  • @richdiddens4059
    @richdiddens4059 4 года назад +484

    I love the way he bites his lower lip and gives a little smirk at the end. He knows he absolutely NAILED it. That's confidence!

    • @MarcusP52
      @MarcusP52 4 года назад +87

      Confidence yes, but maybe also relief that he did indeed nail it. I read that he was especially nervous prior to this performance because his parents were in the audience and he wanted to do well for them. I'd say he made them proud. I think this one-take live performance was far better than the studio release. An absolute triumph.

    • @catherinelynnfraser2001
      @catherinelynnfraser2001 4 года назад +48

      It is so absolutely sweet and memorable. Bobby owns this, perfectly and absolutely

    • @marianstroup1
      @marianstroup1 4 года назад +41

      Bobby actually suffered from severe stage fright. He would sometimes be so nervous before a performance he would throw up. One of the best singers EVER!

    • @rickjason215
      @rickjason215 4 года назад +41

      Marcus P You are right. They say he was very nervous. It was being recorded. Full orchestra. Family and friends were there. He could not move, because of the cameras and sound set up. Yet, with all that pressure, he absolutely nails it. He probably had sung the song dozens of times and knew exactly how to sing it.

    • @wozzielfc401
      @wozzielfc401 4 года назад +41

      Ive never seen something so perfect live and to do it effortless like that is dam scary ! I'm glad I got to see this video

  • @joeguerra7751
    @joeguerra7751 3 года назад +192

    This song, Unchained Melody, sung by Bobby Hatfield, is perfection from the first note to the last note, from beginning to end. What a gift this song sung by Bobby Hatfield is, an unmatchable gift, a timeless example of what is right in the world, an enduring gift to humanity.

    • @maryharvey6909
      @maryharvey6909 2 года назад +2

      I heard Bobby Hatfield plus the other righteous brother talking with Dick Clark I think. The other guy was not involved in this song because he thought it wouldn’t be good or a hit. He was joking and saying it was the worst mistake he ever made.

    • @zanhar7688
      @zanhar7688 2 года назад +5

      @@maryharvey6909 yes… he was joking…neither of them thought it would be a hit. It was an album cut for ‘Hung on You’, the single that Phil Specter was producing. Bill produced all their albums even those for Specter. Phil always put a “throw away’ on the B side of his intended hits and he thought so little of this song he used it on the flip side of ‘Hung on You’. When the deejays flipped the record and made Unchained Melody a hit he apparently was really ticked off….😁

    • @richardangers2566
      @richardangers2566 2 года назад +1

      I think everyone realizes and respects the knowledge and skills it takes to understand music. Anyway, you have to admire the person who arranged the song for "Bobby" if it wasn't him.

    • @zanhar7688
      @zanhar7688 2 года назад +3

      @@richardangers2566 I did read in an interview of Bill Medley that he did the initial arrangement and Bobby changed the ending … adding the high note on ‘I NEED your love’ which is what subsequent covers added …. Or at least tried to. Bill also played the piano on the studio recording.

    • @richardangers2566
      @richardangers2566 2 года назад +2

      @@zanhar7688 thank you. I am ignorant no more. Due to your kindness...I did see Bill in Western MA. At the big E. To think I saw a giant performer and arranger in the music industry.

  • @petemahler4784
    @petemahler4784 3 года назад +136

    This was filmed Live, no electronic stuff, and his mother was in the audience. When he bite his lip he know he nailed it.

    • @georgemaster4225
      @georgemaster4225 2 года назад +1

      His mother is like "That's my boy,Robert!"

  • @chronic2001n
    @chronic2001n 4 года назад +25

    This guy blew this song away. Pure soul. And you see almost how effortlessly he makes it look. Pure brilliance and ability.

    • @doloresschultz8393
      @doloresschultz8393 9 месяцев назад +1

      Have yoù heard Bobbÿ sing "Sùmmertime"? Oŕ "Someŵhèŕè", or "briñg ìÿ on homè to mè" where he makes Bill smile? So ðarn good!!

  • @fawnebrown4619
    @fawnebrown4619 4 года назад +114

    Not only does he nail this song live, which is pretty awesome in itself; he makes it look so effortless.

  • @michaelnettles2570
    @michaelnettles2570 4 года назад +791

    He KILLS this. Not even Elvis could touch him.

    • @erniemcgowin4637
      @erniemcgowin4637 4 года назад +28

      Michael Nettles He and Elvis were two completely different singers but given that Elvis could not have sang this song any better or maybe not as well but Elvis was a one of a kind singer and performer. There will never be another like him.

    • @patriciasnyder6915
      @patriciasnyder6915 4 года назад +12

      Mmmmmm. Both are great singers. I am not sure he can top Elvis. But, I am definitely taking away from this guy’s talent. Elvis Forever. 😀

    • @williamludlow3788
      @williamludlow3788 4 года назад +8

      There is no way that Hatfield could compete with Elvis. Not a chance.

    • @patriciasnyder6915
      @patriciasnyder6915 4 года назад +7

      William Ludlow They were amazing. I will stick with Elvis as the best. ❤️❤️❤️😂😂

    • @bigdogpete43
      @bigdogpete43 4 года назад +9

      Fat Elvis belting this song, sweating over a piano, owned this song.

  • @chevy266nova
    @chevy266nova Год назад +25

    As I have said, When Bobby sings this song, you can feel his voice in your soul. RIP Bobby, you are missed.

  • @tessawells7734
    @tessawells7734 8 месяцев назад +13

    2023 Unchained Melody is still Bobby Hatfield's song.

  • @Bluesboybiggie
    @Bluesboybiggie 4 года назад +89

    Bob Seger said that Bobby Hatfield had the perfect rock and roll voice. I concur.

  • @deedlerock
    @deedlerock 4 года назад +201

    Bobby was from my home town Anaheim California. He was the president of my sister's senior class. Nicest guy ever. Humble and real...and just a GREAT singer.

    • @thekingsdaughter4233
      @thekingsdaughter4233 3 года назад +4

      @@lesliegeddes7896 we all have bad days; the best of humans is only a human at best, as the saying goes. I can't even imagine the pressure of a life in the limelight.

    • @lesliegeddes7896
      @lesliegeddes7896 3 года назад +9

      @@thekingsdaughter4233 Yes you are right. I wrote that comment when I had just begun to be aware of Bobby Hatfield's talents and legacy...and have just deleted the comment . Since then I have seen and read all I can find about him from multiple sources which indicate that Bobby Hatfield was as 'deedlerock' wrote. genuine, humble, kind, and obviously gloriously talented.

    • @alrightbal9190
      @alrightbal9190 Год назад

      Thanks so much for sharing this personal note about Bobby!

  • @janetgallo5720
    @janetgallo5720 2 года назад +39

    Everything about him is perfection. His voice, range, breath control and his looks.

  • @turdlingjenner9361
    @turdlingjenner9361 3 года назад +54

    No auto tune. No tribal beat. No bitches and playahs. No studio fakery. A band and a singer. Singing bout love. Welcome to true art.

  • @mikemcgee4298
    @mikemcgee4298 4 года назад +127

    This guy doesn't need a band.
    All I hear is his voice

    • @npkrn6764
      @npkrn6764 4 года назад +2

      Yes I was thinking the exact same! And then I instantly thought of how I feel the same about listening to SRV playing guitar ❤

  • @robduncan2816
    @robduncan2816 4 года назад +562

    im not sure this singing performance has ever been equaled

    • @kevin7151
      @kevin7151 4 года назад +31

      it is absolutely astounding

    • @lordmegatron7359
      @lordmegatron7359 4 года назад +14

      rob duncan This song is definitely his to sing and it’s a gem. I do believe even Elvis Presley attempted to sing this, but Elvis couldn’t hit the high notes as well as he could. Also Elvis unfortunately sang this song when his health began to deteriorate.

    • @robduncan2816
      @robduncan2816 4 года назад +10

      @@lordmegatron7359 ya ive seen that video. Elvis's passion is there, as always in every performance he ever did. but i agree, he just couldnt hit the notes anymore

    • @cindypaukner6357
      @cindypaukner6357 4 года назад +9

      When they both sing together... You just ache.

    • @riccoreid5946
      @riccoreid5946 4 года назад +6

      Perhaps not; but Leanne rimes performed the song when she was 13 or 14 and on the crescendo carries three consecutive notes, each note for several seconds without taking a breath. It is incredible and worth listening to. Sinatra was famous for how long he could carry a note; but i don’t think he could match Leanne rimes in how long she could carry a note. Perhaps not as good as booby hatfields, at least as far as interpretation, to say nothing of his hitting a note comparable to a soprano, but Leanne rimes version is definitely worth a listen.

  • @jonathanbartron3658
    @jonathanbartron3658 4 года назад +125

    The main reason why I love your analyses is you'll take a song or a musician that I already love and explain to me exactly WHY I love them. You've been dead center spot on so far. I also love that dopey grin whenever someone proves their greatness, like when you watch Stevie Ray play or Bobby Hatfeild sing. RUclips is a richer place with you in it. Keep it up, please.

    • @wingsofpegasus
      @wingsofpegasus  4 года назад +7

      Thanks!

    • @genedong
      @genedong Год назад +4

      I agree with Jonathan Barton the analysis is super.

  • @debbeborders5762
    @debbeborders5762 2 года назад +19

    Bobby sang this better than everyone else, no contest. His voice is so beautiful and his performance is perfect. His breathing is so controlled. You can tell by Bobby's expression when he finishes, that he knows he nailed his performance, absolute perfection. Great analysis.

  • @JBugz777
    @JBugz777 4 года назад +71

    I can never really believe he's actually singing live, it's that perfect

  • @ViperJon
    @ViperJon 4 года назад +65

    This song and this performance transcends time....it will stand forever.

  • @raffaellahayes7681
    @raffaellahayes7681 Год назад +18

    Masterpiece by Bobby Hatfield, my favorite voice ever. It wasn't only Bobby gifted with that voice, the gift was ours being able to listen to it.

  • @socalmonk
    @socalmonk 4 года назад +60

    You obviously enjoyed the performance as much as I did. Loved the Righteous Brothers, and...when I worked for the City of Ojai, Carl Hatfield was Mayor...Bobby's brother. So we got Bobby to sing for us one year at the city Christmas party. Yes, it was incredible. His voice is as clean, pure and powerful live as in the studio, even better.

  • @davidward3122
    @davidward3122 4 года назад +176

    I really don't think there will ever be another voice like Bobby Hatfield. When you add Bill medley, it is magic.

    • @afattori316
      @afattori316 3 года назад +7

      Greatest duo ever. Change my mind.

    • @waynedurham1997
      @waynedurham1997 3 года назад +9

      Bill had the good sense to stand aside on this song and let Bobby shine....great move. Unselfish

    • @leslieortenzi8875
      @leslieortenzi8875 2 года назад +1

      I adore Bill on Ebb Tide! Stellar duo!

    • @alrightbal9190
      @alrightbal9190 Год назад

      @@leslieortenzi8875 Bobby actually sang Ebb Tide.

  • @fastpony8127
    @fastpony8127 4 года назад +193

    When talented artists mostly sang with heartfelt lyrics and with such soulful passion.

    • @aylbdrmadison1051
      @aylbdrmadison1051 4 года назад +1

      Nothing has changed other than corporations getting closer to taking over. But even that's not changed and has been happening since before any of us were born.

    • @rookmaster7502
      @rookmaster7502 4 года назад +2

      @@aylbdrmadison1051 I agree. Unfortunately such singers nowadays rarely get signed by the major labels and so they are stuck with performing at small venues and with little to no promotional backing. But they are most definitely out there, if you know where to look.

  • @alangreenley3257
    @alangreenley3257 4 года назад +86

    its all about the voice, this is real talent, never to be repeated, no one will ever sing this song better, 10 out of 10

  • @stevenellers1939
    @stevenellers1939 Год назад +15

    I saw this on TV live. Yes I’m that old. He mesmerized me. I was lost in the magic of the song and his delivery. When it was over I looked at my mother and she was crying like a baby, deep sobs and tears flooding down. I never met Bobby but did meet Bill in Las Vegas. He was kind and gracious as I told him my story. It was one he had heard many times before but appreciated that the song and their many hits were so dear to me and so many.

  • @dannysgirl1549
    @dannysgirl1549 4 года назад +112

    Bobby's voice gives me chills. Sad that he died when he did. RIP.

  • @carlswenson5538
    @carlswenson5538 4 года назад +175

    Blue eyed soul. The Brothers were HUGE for a while. Everything they touched was gold. There's kind of a phenomenon happening these days on RUclips with 'reactors'. Younger listeners across all genera who never heard of them watch their vids and their faces melt. Can't believe their ears. This has to be one of the greatest 'pop' performances of all time. Live! No auto tune! Just a fabulous singer at his apex. Other artists including Elvis sang this tune and ALL fell well short of Bobby's performance.

  • @johannesbridges1341
    @johannesbridges1341 4 года назад +155

    This song could be recorded a thousand more times by a thousand different artists and they'd all just be trying to copy Bobby's performance. It is IMPOSSIBLE to imagine anyone ever improving on this.

  • @jamesboyd5305
    @jamesboyd5305 4 года назад +137

    We are over 50 years of Unchained Melody by Bobby Hatfield and noone has touched the range he reached on multiple levels...and noone will.

    • @howie9751
      @howie9751 2 года назад

      Peter Noone? :)

    • @MrTheswayzeexpress
      @MrTheswayzeexpress 2 года назад +1

      Dimash has about three more octaves. Not being negative to Bobby, its such a beautiful performance. He is amazing.

    • @janetgallo5720
      @janetgallo5720 Год назад +4

      It’s not just the octaves, it’s the richness of his voice

    • @JeanetteFaith
      @JeanetteFaith Год назад

      @@howie9751 Bee Gees.

    • @howie9751
      @howie9751 Год назад

      @@JeanetteFaith ??

  • @mikebetts2046
    @mikebetts2046 4 года назад +205

    I am a knuckle-dragging mature man; yet this song can bring me to tears. And Fil, you have yet again brought into the light the otherwise esoteric technicalities of a great song.

    • @JohnRodriguesPhotographer
      @JohnRodriguesPhotographer 4 года назад +2

      Depending where I am in life that day, yeah I hear you and shed tears as well.

  • @jerrykinnin7941
    @jerrykinnin7941 4 года назад +150

    Beautiful music is timeless.
    Some is the words.
    Some is the music.
    This is both.

  • @au131951
    @au131951 2 года назад +26

    If anyone out there has not read about Bobby and the sweet soul he was, see if you can find posts from those who knew him. He was beloved.

    • @laurennaudain7912
      @laurennaudain7912 2 года назад +3

      His kids have a Facebook page dedicated to him. The deep love, admiration, and feelings of loss they express for their dad say it all.

  • @karenmiddleton995
    @karenmiddleton995 4 года назад +66

    No one can sing it like Bobby. Who doesn't love this song.

  • @sorrystaunton
    @sorrystaunton 4 года назад +73

    Bobby Hatfield sang it, his partner Bill Medley produced it ( even though Phil Spector would try to take credit, he wasn’t even there the day they recorded it. It was to be an album cut, which by contract had to be produced by Medley. It wound up a B side on a single...someone turned it over and the rest is history) and Bill Medley played the piano on the recording. Bill has said if he knew it was going to be such a hit he would have hired a better piano player. What’s brilliant is Bobby is singing it live and not just singing to his recording.

  • @willthorson4543
    @willthorson4543 4 года назад +26

    Remember, this is 1965, no dubbing, no anything but voice and instruments. Personally, I think it is one of the most perfectly sung songs around. Pitch perfect, and the instrumentation is on point. Go watch people on RUclips watching this for the first time...shock...lol...on top of that, his voice is crystal clear. Phenomenal song and performance.

  • @tessalmario8180
    @tessalmario8180 Год назад +13

    Perfection to the highest degree, thank you Bobby Hatfield. No one can do this track, till now. Range, voice, melody, a masterpiece, God's gift indeed! Exceptional... thank u bobby

  • @livetosurvive4558
    @livetosurvive4558 3 года назад +66

    This song is a very close, and emotional song for me. I am a man's man, but...I cry every time I hear it. My mom passed away 3 years ago. She had me record this song (her all time favorite) over and over again on a cassette so she could hear it over and over again. Everytime I hear it, I think of her. I miss, and love you so very much mom.
    Live to Survive!

    • @SteviePaints
      @SteviePaints 2 года назад +4

      God bless you.

    • @sandraatkins2539
      @sandraatkins2539 2 года назад +3

      ❤🙏🙏🙏

    • @leslieortenzi8875
      @leslieortenzi8875 2 года назад +4

      You're such a dear son. I'm sure it meant the world to her. ❤

    • @margareth1504
      @margareth1504 2 года назад +5

      I was already having an emotional time crying upon hearing this song today, as usual, then on reading your comment Im a disaster in tears. Its a great comment, your mum had such good taste in music, and a very loving son it seems.

  • @ronaldlivington137
    @ronaldlivington137 4 года назад +219

    As a 64 year old Black man born and raised in MOTOWN I love music,especially Rock , Soul / R&B and Funk. In the Black community there are VERY,VERY few white performers that we would acknowledge have “IT”. The Righteous Brothers and TEENA MARIE , hands down would be “invited to the cookout “ !!!!!! They ,without a doubt have SOUL. Peace.

    • @HELLH0WND
      @HELLH0WND 4 года назад +7

      What do you think of Dusty Springfield?

    • @deedeehellovadame5797
      @deedeehellovadame5797 4 года назад +4

      @@HELLH0WND First person I thought of too.

    • @stevevalkos6308
      @stevevalkos6308 4 года назад +12

      Black Marines at a local base started calling Bobby and Bill the Righteous Brothers, that's how they got their name, yes.

    • @pdogone1
      @pdogone1 4 года назад +4

      they adopted the name after black marines commented on their gospel like quality as Righteous.. hence the name..the other story i heard they got it while performing at the apollo..

    • @DerGlaetze
      @DerGlaetze 4 года назад +9

      You might want to check out Steve Winwood with the SpencerDavis Group singing Gimmie Some Lovin’, or Steve Marriott singing with Humble Pie with the accompaniment of the Blackberries singing Black Coffee.
      I guarantee you will be astonished at these white dudes too.

  • @redcrabsc1149
    @redcrabsc1149 4 года назад +117

    I've NEVER heard such a perfect vocal- I agree with everyone who said Bobby OWNS this song. No one can top this! CHILLS. Thanks, Fil, for this lovely analysis of a sublime vocal LONG before autotune started messing things up.

  • @40aterules
    @40aterules 4 года назад +80

    All the Ladies melt when they hear this song" no matter their race culture or background!

    • @40aterules
      @40aterules 4 года назад +9

      Probably played at more proms" than any other slow dance song.

    • @beverlysmith8025
      @beverlysmith8025 4 года назад +6

      A lot of babies named Bobby...

    • @snake57
      @snake57 3 года назад +6

      Panty dropping music

  • @brently2009
    @brently2009 4 года назад +53

    This is Bobby's masterpiece alone , Phil Spector did not produce it, Bobby did. Was lucky enough to see the brothers, a classic!

    • @zanhar7688
      @zanhar7688 2 года назад +2

      Actually Bill produced and arranged it … and played piano on the studio recording. Bobby changed the last verse by adding that high note on ‘I need your love’.🙂

  • @MrRondonmon
    @MrRondonmon 4 года назад +86

    The Grin at the end was "Hey folks, that was damned good, I will never do better".

    • @chipurBillWhite
      @chipurBillWhite 4 года назад +4

      MrRondonmon Sure was.

    • @99somerville
      @99somerville 3 года назад +2

      There is a story that when Bobby recorded this in the studio he said he could do it better. Bill said no you can’t. He knew it could not be done any better.

    • @thinking6307
      @thinking6307 3 года назад +1

      YEAH...it's like he might be thinking..."What else...can I do with this?"

  • @kasperkjrsgaard1447
    @kasperkjrsgaard1447 4 года назад +26

    The best love song ever. Brings tears in my eyes everytime.

  • @psw4763
    @psw4763 4 года назад +45

    Bobby Hatfield with this signature song. He owns it and always will. The best ever. A forever fan.

    • @jeanpreston4142
      @jeanpreston4142 Год назад

      It's Bill Medley not Bobby Hatfield.

    • @psw4763
      @psw4763 Год назад +1

      @@jeanpreston4142 This is Bobby Hatfield.

  • @loumiller1328
    @loumiller1328 3 года назад +34

    I never tire of listening to Bobby sing this song.... And the lip bite at the end! 🥰 He makes it look so effortless. (I've always been a huge Righteous Brothers fan... Blue eyed soul ❤️❤️❤️)

  • @LonskiBig
    @LonskiBig 4 года назад +151

    .....That crazy high note at " I neeeee- eeed your love" every singer aspires to......I can't imagine anyone sitting down in 1955 and saying, "I am going to write unchained melody" for a movie and "it will go down as one of the premier songs of all time."

    • @DDios-ih9de
      @DDios-ih9de 4 года назад

      Lonnie Christopher Terry Reid could of

    • @szqsk8
      @szqsk8 4 года назад +3

      Lonnie Christopher Yet the movie went nowhere...it was meant to be.

    • @G_Cs
      @G_Cs 2 года назад

      >"I can't imagine anyone sitting down in 1955 and saying, "I am going to write unchained melody" for a movie and "it will go down as one of the premier songs of all time.""
      The version for the movie didn't sound like this, and left that way may never have been as successful as it ended up being; the popularity really came about when Bobby Hatfield sang this version. Bobby Hatfield changed the ending, and his rendition became so popular that most covers after his attempted to duplicate his rendition, even quoting that the song is a Righteous Brothers song.
      Regarding the original, the lyrics were written by Hy Zaret. The music by Alex North. Both were descendants of Russian immigrants.
      The majority of Hy Zaret's work was jingles, short comedies, and some children's songs and books. When Alex North asked him if he could help with some lyrics to the song Alex had composed, Hy was too busy painting his house. He did get some time to write the lyrics, but had no idea they would be his most popular works.

  • @randomvintagefilm273
    @randomvintagefilm273 4 года назад +38

    The widest range of vocals in one song I've ever heard. He is amazing!

  • @suetaylor9637
    @suetaylor9637 3 года назад +53

    I don't know any of that technical analysis stuff . I just know that Bobby Hatfield's performance has NEVER been matched by anyone else , on this song.

    • @cherylhay4394
      @cherylhay4394 2 года назад +1

      I fell in love with him by the time he came to the line “are you still mine?” I’m shouting at the video, “Yes, I’m yours, Bobby!” *sigh* Such a remarkable talent.

  • @lauraschneider1039
    @lauraschneider1039 4 года назад +37

    Bobby Hatfield made this song his own .
    No autotune back then , just live performances , pure talent & amazing vocals. Concerts in heaven must be special with Bobby .R.I.P.Bobby 😇🥰

  • @jnixa1010
    @jnixa1010 4 года назад +41

    How tf is this performance even possible? I cannot believe what his voice can do

  • @durangomcmurphy1529
    @durangomcmurphy1529 4 года назад +48

    Gets me every time . In a World full of amazing performances , this to me , is the Greatest vocal performance of all time . Expression , vocal range , emotion and SOUL .

    • @joycebrannen1943
      @joycebrannen1943 3 года назад +5

      Innocence is big part of his performance!!!

  • @claraconlan6557
    @claraconlan6557 Год назад +10

    As a rule songs don’t make me cry but Bobby Hatfield gets me every time.

  • @Sunny-jz3dy
    @Sunny-jz3dy 2 года назад +15

    His voice is so incredible! The control & range he has is just phenomenal! I've always said he makes it look so easy! But doing it live and no auto tune! He truly was gifted! You are so knowledgeable..its great you are sharing this with us all! Ty! No one compares to Bobby! Imo

  • @Wulfdane
    @Wulfdane 4 года назад +48

    The power in his voice is surreal. I’ve heard so many different singers from so many different genres over my lifetime, few have achieved that kind of power and emotion rolled into one.
    Don’t get me wrong, there are a lot of great singers past and present. But to sing with such power so flawlessly, is mind boggling.

  • @stevenmiller7747
    @stevenmiller7747 4 года назад +39

    The single best male vocal in a song ever. My God what a voice but in particular this song.

  • @petec9686
    @petec9686 2 года назад +16

    So sweet and tender, yet powerful where he needs to be. One of the greatest singing performances in history.

  • @victoriateague9012
    @victoriateague9012 3 года назад +44

    This will always be his song. No one can touch it ever.😍😍😎

  • @Terminus1962
    @Terminus1962 4 года назад +12

    One of the epic vocal performances of all time. This is one of those songs that will be still circulating 100s of years from now. This performance does eclipse the recorded versions. Bobby Hatfield just cannot be beat on this one.

  • @gnosticmom2805
    @gnosticmom2805 4 года назад +28

    Notice how those wild wacky people in the live audience had the respect to let Bobby finish the song before applauding? Oh - and no cell phones. How did they manage back in those primitive days?

  • @raggeragnar
    @raggeragnar 4 года назад +31

    Live
    No auto-tune
    Very controlled singing
    Almost the whole register
    Singers like this don’t come by very often.
    How many couples have been conected , by this version of the song , on the dancefloor , through the decades ? Brilliant stuff. No matter what style of music you like. There’s no denying to it. Fantastic analysis of the song , my good man.

  • @arrowjsmith153
    @arrowjsmith153 2 года назад +17

    My mother would cry every single time Bobby Hatfield sang this song. She was so happy.

    • @SteviePaints
      @SteviePaints 2 года назад

      I was in high school when this song came out, and it was the ULTIMATE slow-dance song. It brings back so many wonderful memories.

  • @johnskycrow1954
    @johnskycrow1954 4 года назад +34

    You'd think this song and vocals was found with the dead Sea scrolls. Absolutely phenomenal. Thanks from the world you left Bobby. Love and magic!

  • @RBNightlinger
    @RBNightlinger 4 года назад +328

    Oh, Fil. I’ve been sitting here trying to figure out what words could possibly come together in such a way as to adequately express my feelings about your videos, but keep falling so short of the mark. Your appreciation for others’ talents is astounding and, because of your commentary, my own appreciation for the music I grew up on has grown exponentially. I’ve no musical talent whatsoever, but I’ve always admired those who do. Now that I’ve been watching this channel, you’ve taken that appreciation to all new heights. My sincerest thanks for sharing your insight and enthusiasm. Much love from Los Angeles.

    • @lynndow3185
      @lynndow3185 4 года назад +25

      You came pretty close to the mark!! I'm grateful to read what you wrote and feel just the same way...also from LA.

    • @aylbdrmadison1051
      @aylbdrmadison1051 4 года назад +21

      @RBNightlinger : You put it quite adequately as far as I'm concerned.

    • @redwoods7370
      @redwoods7370 4 года назад +21

      I know. Fil is the best. I've learned so much and enjoyed so much from watching his videos.

    • @jamesgordonakacrazylegs8222
      @jamesgordonakacrazylegs8222 4 года назад +13

      the professor is a sparkling gem as is this song and performance

    • @DS40764
      @DS40764 4 года назад +6

      Well said

  • @virginiaalmon8389
    @virginiaalmon8389 11 месяцев назад +3

    Bobby Hatfield always seems to be singing with his entire body, every single cell and fiber dancing, moving, vibrating with the music. He was so relaxed this was probably actually happening. You can really see this in his faster songs. He looks like he can hardly keep himself from dancing, and sometimes doesn't.

  • @MrSleazey
    @MrSleazey Год назад +3

    For me, the entrance of the "shimmering strings" at the same time the lyrics refer to "lonely rivers flow to the sea, to the sea, to the open arms of the sea" is also meant to echo the shimmering of light on the ripples of flowing water. This reinforces in the listener's imagination, the mental images of water flowing to the sea. Very perfectly done!

  • @b42baritone
    @b42baritone 4 года назад +147

    What a singer Bobby was. Great vocal range. I use to see both Bobby and Bill at Bill's club called Medley's, in Fountain Valley Ca. Great times. Also, Bobby is related to the Hatfield clan from the Hatfield and McCoy's.

    • @lawrencetaylor4101
      @lawrencetaylor4101 4 года назад +33

      So this Hatfield was the Real McCoy? LOL

    • @chriscornelius2518
      @chriscornelius2518 4 года назад +5

      @DLAnder a bit off topic, but if you listen to Jewel's interviews she talks about her family's ability to sing, play and write when they were out doing cattle runs.

    • @janicenicholls5924
      @janicenicholls5924 4 года назад +2

      I have wondered about that, if he was related.

    • @EleanorofAquitaine42
      @EleanorofAquitaine42 4 года назад +1

      So I guess the Hatfields won?

    • @szqsk8
      @szqsk8 4 года назад +3

      Timothy Butler I used to go to that club all the time in the 70s! I grew up in Fountain Valley, went to FV High School. Living in HB now and still loving this song.

  • @ronvk100
    @ronvk100 4 года назад +19

    This is without doubt one of the all time great singers with a great song that will never be topped.

  • @ginnystark7227
    @ginnystark7227 3 года назад +18

    Many have sung this song, but Bobby Hatfield owns it.

  • @mathewtoepfer1893
    @mathewtoepfer1893 4 года назад +12

    You’re the one one I don’t mind talking over track. Intelligent, informed and composed

  • @robertcarson2365
    @robertcarson2365 4 года назад +15

    You know you're in for good singing when they have to do nothing but stand there and sing and you're still riveted.

  • @scottdittenhaffer2303
    @scottdittenhaffer2303 4 года назад +28

    this is the best vocal, without a doubt, I've ever heard.

  • @donrudd1358
    @donrudd1358 4 месяца назад +2

    I saw the brothers in Reno and the simple truth Bobby's voice was a gift from GOD. No autotune needed dude could just flat out sing. Live was as good as the records, Bobby and Bill just blended so well together.

  • @sharonsocoloski5485
    @sharonsocoloski5485 23 часа назад

    Everytime I hear this song, it brings tears to my eyes, Bobby's voice is so Incredible! I'm 68yrs old now and it "Still" gets to me!❤

  • @baggerchicforever2687
    @baggerchicforever2687 4 года назад +41

    You've played my favorite song. ..who cannot love this guy's vocals. ..amazing. ..it will go down in history as one of the all time greats...nobody comes close. ...I can remember when I was in 8th grade and my teacher was asking us what our favorite song was. I stood up and said Unchained Melody and it has been since that time and that was way back in 69'. ..

  • @CrystalShaman
    @CrystalShaman 4 года назад +73

    Best slow dance song - EVER...🎼🎵🎶

  • @larryclark4297
    @larryclark4297 3 года назад +25

    Who could even attempt to sing like Bobby today 🥇

  • @sallylapradd2900
    @sallylapradd2900 4 года назад +49

    Seriously who hears anything but Bobby's voice.

    • @teresavasey1041
      @teresavasey1041 3 года назад +3

      I never did hear the orchestra before this analysis but now it's a different performance for me.

    • @kenwilliams3208
      @kenwilliams3208 3 года назад +3

      Likewise, I was never aware of the orchestra until he discussed it....!

  • @soulman.9835
    @soulman.9835 4 года назад +26

    This was my deceased wife's and my favorite song and by this artist. For me...it is the best. It was my deceased wife's favorite song. It tells me that only time is keeping us apart...something I do believe. I know she is waiting for me, but I am in no hurry to get there just yet. Margaret, will still be there waiting. I am 70 now, so not so long for her to wait. When she died, this was an old song even the, but I kept hearing it played all over the place. She is waiting.....

  • @vulcanman64
    @vulcanman64 4 года назад +13

    Elvis has always been my favourite singer but I have to say..... this song was Bobby’s and Bobby’s alone. Absolute perfection.

  • @priscillachung-hacker5923
    @priscillachung-hacker5923 3 года назад +19

    It doesn't get any better than this! Pure magic! Tremendous!!!! Bobby Hatfield's vocals were perfection.

  • @electoplater
    @electoplater 4 года назад +15

    THE VOICE , GREATEST INSTRUMENT

  • @shirleymuhleisen683
    @shirleymuhleisen683 4 года назад +93

    The voice control👏👏👏He is like a musical instrument! One of the most beautiful performances ever-has to be on a 100 best list. Thanks for another great analysis Fil😎(Bill’s voice is deep-don’t think it would have had same impact as Bobby’s performance on this one )

    • @hectorsmommy1717
      @hectorsmommy1717 4 года назад +7

      A smart arranger knows where to use the voices and a smart partner will keep silent when it is best for the song. Look at "Bridge over Troubled Water" Paul Simon knew the song would be best served if he let Art do the singing (and only coming in for some harmony in the last verse).

  • @fredloos6998
    @fredloos6998 4 года назад +197

    Single greatest male singing performance of all time. No other singer comes close. Not Frank, not Roy, not Tony, not anyone.

    • @TrojansOwl1
      @TrojansOwl1 3 года назад +1

      Uhhh what about Adam Lambert???

    • @dawnaberry8452
      @dawnaberry8452 3 года назад +8

      @@TrojansOwl1 nope

    • @TrojansOwl1
      @TrojansOwl1 3 года назад +1

      @@dawnaberry8452 🤣

    • @usermo
      @usermo 3 года назад

      Gene Pitney? 🤔

    • @johnparker8588
      @johnparker8588 3 года назад +12

      This is the best recording (done live) of this song. What a talent.

  • @andyandcallie
    @andyandcallie 2 года назад +8

    I will never get tired of hearing how he goes from a strong chest voice into a head voice on that first"mine." Sooo smoothly and perfectly. People don't realize how difficult that is to do.

  • @HMB-us1sb
    @HMB-us1sb 4 года назад +3

    Not only the sweetest smile you will ever see, but commentary that teaches you something! Bravo!

  • @skywolv
    @skywolv 4 года назад +111

    Best vocalist performance of all time, hands down! Wow! Your background and commentary is priceless as well, Fil, as usual.

  • @barbaradownie3265
    @barbaradownie3265 4 года назад +46

    LOVE RIGHTEOUS BROTHERS 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍THIS SONG GIVES ME CHILLS

  • @gatoquisquilloso
    @gatoquisquilloso 4 года назад +15

    The two Righteous Brothers, along with Judith Durham of the Seekers, were probably among the most underrated singers of the 20th century.

    • @chuckburns3633
      @chuckburns3633 4 года назад +3

      Agree completely, Judith was amazing.

    • @dogbirdgun
      @dogbirdgun Год назад +2

      Vocal cords.
      And a pink suit.
      Needed nothing else.
      Legend.

  • @johnobrien4029
    @johnobrien4029 4 года назад +19

    Why on earth 🌍 didn’t bobby sing more ? More hits ? The most amazing underrated singer ever! 3 octaves ? 2o notes in one performance! Legend !