This is the type of song, when you 1st hear it on the radio you know you have to head to the record store to buy it, which I did, never get tired of hearing it.
The Motels were so different at the time , their vintage look. I wouldn't say they were a feel good band at all. They were the best musically and visualizing the stories to the songs. The stories were about a woman' s life . Moments of passion and shame which tough us all.
Actually I think all their big songs were really goood, Shame, Suddenly Last Summer, Only The Lonely.....I felt like there was a least one more...but didn't I find it...
I was in San Francisco in the 80s. We were just cruising around the city and went by an old small theater. The marquee read The Motels Tonight. I realized after a few seconds the band was hanging out in front of the place. We parked got out and talked with them for a while. Martha Davis was so beautiful and friendly! It was a memorable day.
The summer of 1985 had a lot of great songs, but none better than 'Shame'. I loved this song from the first few notes. And the video is as perfect as the song is, with Martha looking as beautiful and hot as she ever had/has. Another great song from the album 'Shock', is 'Cries and Whispers'. It took a long time to show up on RUclips, but it's up now and it's a great listen.
Hi, I'm No. 60 Like on your Comment! And I absolutely agree with your statement! This song never ages and is still meaningful. Here's hoping that the 2020s will be the 1980s Part 2!
Hi Greta - I agree that this is the best song from The Motels. I just saw Martha in concert - she sang very well - but she omitted "Shame" from the setlist - I really do not know why. She also left out so many songs from her first solo album which are great. That is a great album if you have time.
andrew1236 I absolutely agree with you, Greta Burg and andrew1236. Shame is The Motel's best song. Shame on them for not performing it in their concert. It reminds me of a Kiss concert last year where they didn't perform "Beth." As we were walking back to our cars after the show, someone in the crowd started singing "Beth" and everyone joined in. It was awesome!
Martha's impeccable vocals, and this video is stylized so spot on for the era. By that I don't mean "the 80's" but that very specific period in 1985 with the pastel matte lipstick and that "scrunchy bob" hair that everybody had.
About the video, all the scenes are perfectly synchronized with the music....I love how the name of the group lights up to the musical notes at the very beginning of the video, how the fan turns at the right speed, how the insect runs at the edge of the window, how Martha seems to blame the woman (herself) on the billboard and how the later doesn't seem to care, how Martha speaks with her eyes, how the title of the song is clearly visible on the billboard. This video is a true winner!
As the unofficial scorekeeper of this video for the past year, I thought it was pretty far-fetched that it could actually reach a 1000+ perfect score. Thanks to everyone who voted, for proving that decent people still outnumber any trolls on YT. Martha and The Motels deserve this honor. The song and video are quintessentially '80s, but they both still have a timeless and haunting feel.
The great David Fincher directed this video. The lighting and editing are both so well done. It holds up well today, and it stood head and shoulders above most of the hits back in 1985, which was when this was released. Fincher's eye for detail, like the dead bugs on the windowsill, is fantastic.
Always loved Martha’s voice. It’s like some sort of magical and delicious Syrup. I fell for it from the first moment I heard it in 85. 😍 So wonderful that she still has it today. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
This song sounds as good as it does when it first came out when I was a freshman in high school. Yes...it does have a deep meaning. An ironic one for me.
Shame certainly is a character builder and useful in growing up. I certainly think a lot of people do things knowing rather well that they shouldn't....figuring they'll deal with the consequences later or simply lay blame else where. Whereas in earlier times they went about things in a naive, stupid fashion thinking that consequences would never bruise them.
I saw The Motels completely blow The Cars off the stage on the Panorama tour. The Motels had just released their second ( and in my opnion best ) album and they tore it up. Martha ended up out in the crowd at one point and when they did Total Control it brought me to tears it was so intense. This is a band that deserves a second life. They were so good.
Ok hard to believe that. Both bands on the same stage great but no way the Motels took the stage. The Cars have a huge library to pull from. The Motels? Nope. The Cars a power house thru the late 70s in to the 80s. The Motels? Nope.
I can see your point, but I remember going to see Aerosmith in the mid-80's and Dokken, who didn't have too many songs and I was amazed at how good they were. They were full of energy and rockin' out, and Aerosmith was fantastic, but they were a little low key that day. Who knows?
Probably one of the 'finest' videos of the 1980s. Although I'd extend myself to say: one of the most esthetic music videos I've seen in 30 years. Brilliance!!
Shame on me for liking this song so much that I can listen to it over and over. Shame on the radio for not playing this song anymore. BTW, internetizens, I have my own interpretation but I would like to hear your take on the "only one thing we can do."
I put this song in the same category as Danny Wilson’s “Mary’s Prayer” - it’s an emotionally deeper tune that expresses regret about a failed relationship and the possible loss of true love. You don’t see these kinds of beautifully bittersweet songs being produced today
To all of those who gave a thumbs down to this song:Shame on you for not knowing what real music is! 2021 music in any modern format is complete and utterly trash compared to what was done in the 80's.I was there in the 80's in my late teens and early twenties.I lived it,loved it,an experience like no other.80's forever!The Motels.....Forever Gold!
Isn't ~2:26 about the best part ever? I love that part of the song. I could listen to that over and over on repeat. This whole song is so unique. I love it.
RIGHT ON!!! FIVE HUNDRED TO ZERO. To think that in three years and over 86,000 views, NO ONE voted a dislike, not out of pettiness, not out of spite, NOT EVEN BY ACCIDENT. A big thanks goes out to everyone who has voted this video correctly. Whatever happens to the score beyond this point, take pride now, in what must be one of the highest perfect scores on ALL of RUclips!!! And congratulations to THE MOTELS for creating and helping with this artistic masterpiece!!!
I just LOVE that video so much! This is not only my favorite Motels' song, but it is also my favorite Motels' video.....and also one of my favorite videos by ANY artist. Everything is perfect about the song....the music, the rhythm, the lyrics, Martha Davis' voice and performance. Now, for the video, it is a masterpiece. The first time I watched it back in the '80s, I fell in love with it immediately. Don't have enough space for more comments about the clip, so I will add another comment.
As perfect today as it was all those years ago. Remember hearing this as a kid and desperately trying to find it on the radio. Think this is/was the Motels best song.
this classic reminds of my first love she died 1979 broke my heart her freckles face and smile is all I have of her I've moved on she's always there ❤🎉🎉
Thank You, A Million Times, for This Gift💝🤝& I may have played it over,& over,& I will till Infinity...( Helped me outta dark places,& brought me joy. In Happy Times,THIS SONG❣, Has Such Tremendous POWER👊🏼😫👍🤝👏🥂🥂
I keep reliving the motels every few years....they hold up like no other 80's group that I can think of. Actually they improve and the deja vu enhancements kick in, like some summer that never ends nor begins......most haunting......
I remember back to the concert I went to with some high school friends. The Motels were the opening act. We managed to meet Martha Davis for a brief moment as she headed back stage prior to the final set. All I remember is how beautiful and elegant looking she was. I know one or all of us told her that she was beautiful, she was graceful and down to earth in her reply. With that, I am a fan forever.
I remember hearing this song while on holiday In Australia-Heard song on radio and saw music video loads of times during them 2 weeks-My dad bought me the single on Cassette from the record store + played it again and again on my walkman :-) While he bought the hit album Shocked when it came out 1 week later-very good timing Was also a hit in New Zealand, U.S and in Canada :-)
I’m turning 60 next and I’ve been reminiscing about the 80’s all weekend, great memories! We were fabulous
Same here. This music reminds me of a time right before my life when to.shiz.
I will also be turning the big 60. How time flies. I have never left the 80s. Yes, we were fabulous.
Yes, yes we were. 😁😁
Nous sommes toujours fabuleux,les choses ont changés mais nous somment encore la (62) :)
Siempre tenemos que recordar nuestra mejor época sería bonito juntarnos todos y bailar en la discoteca ASTURIES. 34
This is the type of song, when you 1st hear it on the radio you know you have to head to the record store to buy it, which I did, never get tired of hearing it.
That was exactly the reaction I got when I first heard "Shame". Perfectly said!
The Motels were so different at the time , their vintage look. I wouldn't say they were a feel good band at all.
They were the best musically and visualizing the stories to the songs. The stories were about a woman' s life . Moments of passion and shame which tough us all.
Check out Southern Sons Lead me to water. Their whole CD from that song is fantastic. CHEERS!
Actually I think all their big songs were really goood, Shame, Suddenly Last Summer, Only The Lonely.....I felt like there was a least one more...but didn't I find it...
@@brettsprang7991 Take the L
I was in San Francisco in the 80s. We were just cruising around the city and went by an old small theater. The marquee read The Motels Tonight. I realized after a few seconds the band was hanging out in front of the place. We parked got out and talked with them for a while. Martha Davis was so beautiful and friendly! It was a memorable day.
This band seriously needs more love!
They are one of my absolute favorite bands from the 80s with so many great, underappreciated songs.
@@greggriffin8020 👍
I highly agree, i love this band ♥
🙏 👍 🤝 👌 💯 💝 🇦🇺 💪
They need more hits.......................
The summer of 1985 had a lot of great songs, but none better than 'Shame'. I loved this song from the first few notes. And the video is as perfect as the song is, with Martha looking as beautiful and hot as she ever had/has. Another great song from the album 'Shock', is 'Cries and Whispers'. It took a long time to show up on RUclips, but it's up now and it's a great listen.
Marta David .
Hermosa .he icono 80.
Una voz para enamorar .
Sigue hermosa al paso de los. Años.
Siempre bella Marta David.❤️🥰
And the title track “ Shock” is a rocker too!
EL mejor verano en música que he escuchado .Saludos
in 1985 appears a lot of a albums and songs emblematics from those decade
1985 is a great year
Incredible...this song is just as perfect now as it was then.
OMG, I TOTALLY AGREE WITH YOU!!!
🎼Take The L From Lover And It's Over And It's Overrrr...💕🤗
The Motels....from day #1 until now and always!🎼😍☝
Hi, I'm No. 60 Like on your Comment! And I absolutely agree with your statement! This song never ages and is still meaningful. Here's hoping that the 2020s will be the 1980s Part 2!
Why did 80s singers were so beautiful! They had so much personality
Ahí esta tenían ese toque con clase
If you have finally gotten here, this is a VERY rare 80's track. Welcome.
It's a SHAME you have 7 dislikes. They're absolutely not from the 80's. This is feel good music.
Yeah it is. It's from 1985. Look it up.
@@MrSS8864 I believe he is saying the dislike douchebags are not from the 80s
@@SuperBoomshack I love this song but "feel good music"???
@@mariaquiet6211 Any music that reminds us of our youth is feel good music.
@@SuperBoomshack sure, whatever.
I grew up with suicide songs. I still listen when I need to cry. But I'm never calling it feel good stuff.
My favorite Motels song 1985. Such a good tune!!
mine too
This Song Went To Number 21 On The Billboard Hot 100 Chart In 1985.
what a shame! It deserved a top 10
It was one of my favorite songs🎼 that year. Not going to #1 was a SHAME cause it was that good, I take that back it's GREAT📀💖👍
@@kendollgt It was still a hit so can't crumble, but should of been at least top 20 like it was in Australia, + New Zealand!
God bless the 80's. Amen
what a great decade, so much optimism.
The best decade ever
@@garymarquett7989 The best.💕
Makes me want to jump from a cliff, sad song
Yeah, so much optimism. The Cure, Depeche Mode, this song...
@@garymarquett7989 Yeah, right after the 70s.
This is a fantastic and immortal song!!! I adore The Motels!
enrico bianchin Agree with you there! This song will always be one of my faves!
This deserves an HD restoration.
Directed by David Fincher, a truly masterpiece from 80's ❤️
This video rocks! I freaking love the 80s!!
Love this video
The 80’s were the best!
I believe Martha Davis has said this song is about adultery. She always had a knack for making the unpleasant things in life sound so pleasant.
Martha Davis.. the most beautiful (literally) and classy singer from 80's era.
I hope Martha Davis reads this.
I would call this my favourite song from the Motels . I like your singing in this song. You have a pretty face.
Hi Greta - I agree that this is the best song from The Motels. I just saw Martha in concert - she sang very well - but she omitted "Shame" from the setlist - I really do not know why. She also left out so many songs from her first solo album which are great. That is a great album if you have time.
andrew1236 I absolutely agree with you, Greta Burg and andrew1236. Shame is The Motel's best song. Shame on them for not performing it in their concert. It reminds me of a Kiss concert last year where they didn't perform "Beth." As we were walking back to our cars after the show, someone in the crowd started singing "Beth" and everyone joined in. It was awesome!
I was there! Wouldn't trade the memory for anything. The 80s was beautiful! Thank you Martha for being part of it!
Martha's impeccable vocals, and this video is stylized so spot on for the era. By that I don't mean "the 80's" but that very specific period in 1985 with the pastel matte lipstick and that "scrunchy bob" hair that everybody had.
synth pop/rock on it best level, ..such a masterpiece from 80's era.
About the video, all the scenes are perfectly synchronized with the music....I love how the name of the group lights up to the musical notes at the very beginning of the video, how the fan turns at the right speed, how the insect runs at the edge of the window, how Martha seems to blame the woman (herself) on the billboard and how the later doesn't seem to care, how Martha speaks with her eyes, how the title of the song is clearly visible on the billboard. This video is a true winner!
Directed by David fincher
martha is absolutely gorgeous..grew up loving her and her music
Yep
Cool
Beautiful voice and a complete hottie give me back my 80’s music
a subestimated gem from 80's.. my fav track by The Motels and Martha
I agree
As the unofficial scorekeeper of this video for the past year, I thought it was pretty far-fetched that it could actually reach a 1000+ perfect score. Thanks to everyone who voted, for proving that decent people still outnumber any trolls on YT.
Martha and The Motels deserve this honor. The song and video are quintessentially '80s, but they both still have a timeless and haunting feel.
I never get tired of hearing this song. Always enjoy the video too!
Me neither!! LOVE IT!!
Those eyes, that voice, that face, that body, that stage presence... It is impossible not to love Martha Davis!
The great David Fincher directed this video. The lighting and editing are both so well done. It holds up well today, and it stood head and shoulders above most of the hits back in 1985, which was when this was released. Fincher's eye for detail, like the dead bugs on the windowsill, is fantastic.
i hope there is a higher resolution copy of this, it appears it's been lost
Always loved Martha’s voice. It’s like some sort of magical and delicious Syrup.
I fell for it from the first moment I heard it in 85. 😍
So wonderful that she still has it today.
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
one of the best songs from the summertime of 1985....awesome 80s! i wish i could turn back these beautiful years.
LOVE THIS SONG IN 1985
This song sounds as good as it does when it first came out when I was a freshman in high school. Yes...it does have a deep meaning. An ironic one for me.
Just an Awesome “AWESOME 80's TUNE”..............EVEN KICK-ASS FOR 2014!!!!!!!!
Got to love this song! And shame is something our society has lost... people used to be classy instead of rehabbing and lawbreaking for photo ops.
You definitely didn't go to the same clubs I went to in the 80's!
I suppose I also idealize my past. Maybe that’s how I can live with myself.
Shame certainly is a character builder and useful in growing up. I certainly think a lot of people do things knowing rather well that they shouldn't....figuring they'll deal with the consequences later or simply lay blame else where. Whereas in earlier times they went about things in a naive, stupid fashion thinking that consequences would never bruise them.
One of the highly unrecognized GREATS!! Love Martha!!
ONE OF THE GREATEST SONGS EVER PRODUCED BY THE MOTELS PERIOD!!!!!!!!!
Awesome song and video. somewhere in the world there are 6 very sad people.
***** Oh my, we are up to 11 sad people now.....
Shame on them.
Shame on those who dislike this song.
I saw The Motels completely blow The Cars off the stage on the Panorama tour. The Motels had just released their second ( and in my opnion best ) album and they tore it up. Martha ended up out in the crowd at one point and when they did Total Control it brought me to tears it was so intense. This is a band that deserves a second life. They were so good.
How friggen' amazing is that!? I've always wanted to see both of them! Thanks for sharing that!
Ok hard to believe that. Both bands on the same stage great but no way the Motels took the stage. The Cars have a huge library to pull from. The Motels? Nope. The Cars a power house thru the late 70s in to the 80s. The Motels? Nope.
I can see your point, but I remember going to see Aerosmith in the mid-80's and Dokken, who didn't have too many songs and I was amazed at how good they were. They were full of energy and rockin' out, and Aerosmith was fantastic, but they were a little low key that day. Who knows?
@@jamesdelahantyboth bands ld have liked to see my self. if they blew the cars off the stage thatd be just wow.
@@jamesdelahanty probably coked out. Had a lot of shows like that.
Probably one of the 'finest' videos of the 1980s. Although I'd extend myself to say: one of the most esthetic music videos I've seen in 30 years. Brilliance!!
what a voice!!!! Incomparable!!!
I’m so obsessed with this song!!!! Someone HELP 😭😭😭😭😂😂😂😂😻😻😻😻🥺🥺🥺
Shame on me for liking this song so much that I can listen to it over and over. Shame on the radio for not playing this song anymore. BTW, internetizens, I have my own interpretation but I would like to hear your take on the "only one thing we can do."
Don't really know..either break up, live honestly and make up ..idk
I put this song in the same category as Danny Wilson’s “Mary’s Prayer” - it’s an emotionally deeper tune that expresses regret about a failed relationship and the possible loss of true love. You don’t see these kinds of beautifully bittersweet songs being produced today
One of my favorite voices of the 80's
Marta Davies sera siempre una de las grandes voces femeninas del rock.
Vero!!!
Hermosa. .linda.
Totalmente de acuerdo
Song and video so dark. I love it
To all of those who gave a thumbs down to this song:Shame on you for not knowing what real music is! 2021 music in any modern format is complete and utterly trash compared to what was done in the 80's.I was there in the 80's in my late teens and early twenties.I lived it,loved it,an experience like no other.80's forever!The Motels.....Forever Gold!
This is a VERY deep song and video. All I can say is it helped me greatly through a very difficult time in my life.
One of the first videos directed by David Fincher. It’s so amazing.
Martha's Singing/The keyboard/guitar the entire arrangement of this song ALL F@#kin ROCKS
The 80's are gone. What a shame. Long live the 80's.
Best song ever,the Shock album was purely fantastic!!!!!!!
amo este tema!!!!!
yO TAMBIEN AMO ESTE TEMA TENIA 13 AÑOS CUANDO LE OÍ POR PRIMERA VEZ
@@mariachilosbravosdeguayaqu5946 en 1985 también?
80 best music ever, is just magic
Agree, excellent video and one of the greatest tracks of the 80's ...a great pop song with a rock attitude.
My favorite song from the Motels
Bonita, fabulosa lindísima canción, todo un clásico de los 80
This was one of those 80's videos that defines that time, She was a heartbreaker. This song is a guilty pleasure.
Isn't ~2:26 about the best part ever? I love that part of the song. I could listen to that over and over on repeat. This whole song is so unique. I love it.
Agreed, yet the entire track is infectious.
I think I watched the video 50+ times over the past two days.
the Motels hit #21 in Billboard, 9-14-85. Thanx, emi, for postin' it.
I love this song and video
This song was played a lot in Brazil in the 80s.
I miss the 80s so much!
tremendo clasico, recuerdos que inmediatamente te atrapan y no tienes chance de escapar
veo en vídeo y me siento como si volví a l año 1986jajaja
Temaso Marta Davis minasa vos vkn unica
Un clasico de los 80
Sin punto de comparación. Hoy siento VERGÜENZA por las letras y música actuales
one of my fav pop rock song , Jan 01/'18
Reminds me of solo Belinda Carlisle. Very 80's keyboard pop sound.
This song was all over Aussie radio around August - Sept 1985 :)
Martha Davis is simply excellent, the Motels are a great musical experience. Well produced.
This song by The Motels is about what happens in Motels
She found forever. Forever this women young.😘
One of my favorite videos and songs of all time. I remember seeing this on MTV when it first aired, and I was only 22. Thank you!
RIGHT ON!!! FIVE HUNDRED TO ZERO. To think that in three years and over 86,000 views, NO ONE voted a dislike, not out of pettiness, not out of spite, NOT EVEN BY ACCIDENT. A big thanks goes out to everyone who has voted this video correctly. Whatever happens to the score beyond this point, take pride now, in what must be one of the highest perfect scores on ALL of RUclips!!!
And congratulations to THE MOTELS for creating and helping with this artistic masterpiece!!!
I love the Motels. Where art thou?
Such an underrated band, btw this masterpiece is my fav of them 💗
Martha Davis, oh how I miss you.
Oh wow, I had forgotten this song, I had it on a 45. I miss the music and the natural beauty of the people then.
Summer 1985, my sophomore year. Boy I remember this song. My heart was a total mess! The wonder Years !
I just LOVE that video so much! This is not only my favorite Motels' song, but it is also my favorite Motels' video.....and also one of my favorite videos by ANY artist. Everything is perfect about the song....the music, the rhythm, the lyrics, Martha Davis' voice and performance. Now, for the video, it is a masterpiece. The first time I watched it back in the '80s, I fell in love with it immediately. Don't have enough space for more comments about the clip, so I will add another comment.
Underrated band and song.
Thank god we have the 80's to look back to .Sometimes it's best to go forward by looking backwards!! This motels song is fabulous.
As perfect today as it was all those years ago. Remember hearing this as a kid and desperately trying to find it on the radio. Think this is/was the Motels best song.
this classic reminds of my first love she died 1979 broke my heart her freckles face and smile is all I have of her I've moved on she's always there ❤🎉🎉
My heart aches for the 80s. What I wouldn't give to go back for even a day.
I loved this song when I first heard it in the eighties when it was so new. Still love it so so sooooo much. Wish I was a teen again.
Thank You, A Million Times, for This Gift💝🤝& I may have played it over,& over,& I will till Infinity...( Helped me outta dark places,& brought me joy. In Happy Times,THIS SONG❣, Has Such Tremendous POWER👊🏼😫👍🤝👏🥂🥂
Me too.
I was the fan in 1982
I'm a fan for life
I keep reliving the motels every few years....they hold up like no other 80's group that I can think of. Actually they improve and the deja vu enhancements kick in, like some summer that never ends nor begins......most haunting......
Good lord, those green eyes Martha....36 years later they still make me melt....
Still love it in 2017
I remember back to the concert I went to with some high school friends. The Motels were the opening act. We managed to meet Martha Davis for a brief moment as she headed back stage prior to the final set. All I remember is how beautiful and elegant looking she was. I know one or all of us told her that she was beautiful, she was graceful and down to earth in her reply. With that, I am a fan forever.
This has to be one of the greatest music videos ever made - a work of art!
I love Martha. Beautiful woman and voice/interpretation. A great group. Miss them!
Wow. My. Glory. Days. Pat. Benetar. The. Motelss. Arghgggg. Coors. Lightsss
Heart
Obviously you didn't own a Speak and Spell🤣
Great song,i never ever hear it played on the radio,another lost treasure of my youth slipping away.
A rear song, I wish I could start an 80s rear song collection. Timeless the classics.
What a great topic, how can I not remember it, without a doubt I think that the 80s are one of the best eras.
Hadn’t heard this in forever and then it was on XM and I realized how much I missed it. Such a classic.
I remember hearing this song while on holiday In Australia-Heard song on radio and saw music video loads of times during them 2 weeks-My dad bought me the single on Cassette from the record store + played it again and again on my walkman :-)
While he bought the hit album Shocked when it came out 1 week later-very good timing
Was also a hit in New Zealand, U.S and in Canada :-)