James Taylor "You've Got A Friend" REACTION Video | performing with Carole King
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- Millennial reacts to old music. James Taylor reaction video, You've Got a Friend. First time hearing this song. Best reaction videos to music. Best reaction to 70s music.
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Carole king wrote it in response to his song, “Fire and Rain”, to let him know she was always there.
I rarely see anyone whose name is spelled like mine!
Mom had to be different. I’m 60 now, so many moons ago
That's her playing piano.
JT wrote "Fire and Rain" after a friend of his committed suicide. The refrain includes the phrase "I've seen lonely times when I could not find a friend". This was Carole's response.
Well, Mamma Gap, anytime you can insert some James Taylor into the mix you're doing the right thing. Most certainly a 1970's singer/songwriting icon still plucking away today. I had the opportunity to meet James and wife Carly Simon outside the American Express office in Paris during the summer of '73. JT in jeans and T-shirt while the glamorous Carly was dressed like a southern belle in white (including hat) with a protruding tummy due to her pregnancy with first child Sally. That baby-to-be is now 48. As their chauffeur-driven Citroen sped from the curb, James crawled half way out of the car's window and raising his right hand shouted "have a good one, man". I pretty much was floating on air the rest of the day. Here is Taylor saluting Carole at the Kennedy Center Honors...ruclips.net/video/vm7XEUH6JX0/видео.html
Wonderful experience! He seems like an amazing, down to earth person who happened to be gifted with musical genius and talent. Your description of the memory was also very vivid and I could picture it clearly.
I grew up listening to James Taylor, Carole King, Carly Simon, Joni Mitchell, Linda Ronstadt, this is definitely my type of music! James won a Grammy for Record of the Year and Carole won a Grammy for the Song (Songwriter) of the Year
I sang this song to my first daughter since she was a baby. It was our father-daughter dance at her wedding..
Carole King wrote “ you got a friend” it’s on her superb album Tapestry. You might like “ it’s too late “ from Tapestry, one of my favourite songs ever. Best wishes from the UK.🤓
Listen to Carol King singing You've Got A Friend as a solo artist which like many others she composed and wrote both the music and the lyrics from her first album of 25 'Tapestry' which sold over 30 million copies containing several hits including 3 #-1's, she's considered the best and most successful female songwriter/singer of all time.
James Taylor and Carole King performed this song together many times, including versions where they traded verses. In this version, James starts the song in his style and Carole does the second verse in her style, and they have lovely harmonies together. Such a joy to listen to: ruclips.net/video/7ySNPb9punk/видео.html
Carol and James are like bosom buds great folk singers/writers. James does a song Zach and Zach Brown Band. They actually have similar voices. James Brother has a great voice needless to say you can tell their bros. There are great vids of tv specials with them.
Folk music was a big part of the 60-70s. Bobbie Gentry, James Taylor, Joni Mitchell, Sandy Denny, Joan Baez, Judy Collins, etc.
I saw James Taylor in concert this summer, and the only thing he's lost over the years is his hair.
Carole is very modest but she said of this song that she will be the first to say it's a great song "because I don't feel like I wrote it. I just sat down and it kind of came through me."
She offered it to James to release before her own version, something James thanks her for onstage almost every time he plays it. He calls it maybe the best pop song ever written and then jokes "Of course I didn't know I'd be playing it every night for the rest of my life."
Dionne Warwick "That's What Friends Are For" It's very touching.
I first heard James Taylor in 1970 when I got home from serving overseas. As I recall this song, along with "Fire and Rain" were huge hits and got a lot of airplay. Carole, of course, wrote this song. His version seemed to get played more on the radio as far as I can remember. James was born in Massachesetts just nine days before me. I consider him a "brother from another mother". I simply love his voice and his guitar style.
#1 hit for James Taylor in 1971. even though it was Carole King's song, not his. The Beatles discovered James Taylor, and their friend Peter Asher [formerly of the duo Peter and Gordon in the 1960's] became his manager. Where Carole sang need some loving care, James changed that line to "nothing is going right" on his version. Keeping this in perspective, James may have been talented and cute, but had a terrible addiction problem with Heroin, and later Cocaine. His own father, a doctor, saved his life on the heroin when James called him on the phone or something.
Sweet baby James and Carole King - - talent oozing from every pore. Gobs and gobs of it. Two people you wish could live forever.
Carole composed the song and both her version and James' version were recorded simultaneously with the same musicians. They were released in the same year. If I recall, James' version was actually released shortly before Carole's. I met her briefly in New York a few years ago. Such a special, humble, down to earth lady.
I loved Carole King great song writer and singer .
@@1951woodygeo She still is. I saw her live in London a few years ago. Great show.
Never even knew she was over .
@@1951woodygeo Yup. BST Hyde Park 2016. Support acts were Don Henley and Michael Kiwanuka, and Louise Goffin joined her mum for a few numbers. She played the Tapestry album all the way through.
Carole released hers 1st, Feb. 10, 1971 & James released his April 1971. Also, when Carole was recording Tapestry (Jan 71) & James was recording "Mud Slide Slim etc" (Jan 3-Feb 28, 71), it was just part of Jan 71 that they were recording simultaneously. They didn't use all the same musicians, just a few, who went back & forth between them. Song credits show only James Taylor & Danny "Kootch" Kortchmar played on both versions of You've Got A Friend.
Glorious,beautiful warm tones,and the sentiment is so heartwarming.
Smooth 70s. JT has a beautiful baritone voice.
Carole and JT were superstars in their own right; together they were magical.
Ladies, I'd like to suggest my two favorite JT songs: "Carolina in my Mind" and "Shower the People".
I first heard this in 8th grade, '71 or '72 Carol King was known for her writing skills and the number of songs She wrote for others, more so than maybe her singing.😁
The amazing James Taylor. If you listen to his songs, he has an amazing repertoire. Yes he was adorable. ❤
The bass player James used here is still very active and still tours with James today - Leland Sklar. He's played on hundred of hits and thousands of sessions. He played on the original album and he was also Phil Collins' bass player for decades.
Both JT and CK have a special place in my heart. Thanks for this one.
ETA - yes Carole King wrote this song, music and lyrics!
Leland Sklar is prominently featured playing bass on Phil Collins' "In The Air Tonight" live video, all grey-haired and magnificent...that's one you should react to as well...
Came here to ask "Is that a young Lee Sklar?"
Thanks for the answer!
James and Carole two of the most talented and humble singer songwriters that have always been in my rotation!
That time of history in Los Angeles was magical for music
If I had an ounce of musical talent, I would want to be like James Taylor. Together with Carole King, there was not any one better than them. Just love them both. This song has meant a lot to me with longtime friends that have drifted away through time and miles.
Love Carol King, a great composer and wrote this song and released in '71. Never was much into James but I know he also was a pretty great writer. These two together is special.
Queen : "You're My Best Friend" 😁
Yes, Carole wrote "You've Got a Friend." It was on her masterpiece, "Tapestry." Carole and James' talents compliment each other so much. I love the song. It's folk rock with a dash of soul. Oh, James is a cutie. You might say he was a "sweet baby James." Sorry, had to do it. LOL.
Yes, James does have a voice that always sounded older and more mature than the actual age he was when he first sang these classic songs .. He has a wise, well-worn, and sincere character about his vocals that makes people feel warmth and trust when they hear him .. And I love the warmth, love and friendship you two show towards each other .. It's beautiful ! .. Wayne
James was the first artist to be singed onto Apple Records and it was owned by The Beatles . He wrote a song '''Something In The Way She Moves ''' and George Harrison wrote and recorded a song called SOMETHING about a year later ....You should do a reaction to those two in one video ...
Yes Carol wrote this. She also had a hit with it herself from her album "Tapestry"
Another of my favorite live James Taylor performance is "James Taylor and J.D. Souther - Her Town Too" (Note: J. D. Souther wrote many songs for the Eagles Linda Ronstadt etc. He also had a hit of his own, "You;'e Only Lonely")
Story teller deluxe, JT is such a huge influence on so many artists through the years.
Carole King is one of the most prolific songwriters in the Rock and Roll era. She did write this and performed it solo too. I just love her music - it's so real and relatable.
Yes Carole king wrote and performed this song which was a big hit for her. King has written many hits songs most she performed herself - So far away & it's to late and many more.
Love James Taylor. What a great singer songwriter. His style is more folk rock. He is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, having sold more than 100 million records worldwide. Some other hits were "Fire & Rain", "How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved by You)", "Handy Man", "Sweet Baby James", "Carolina in My Mind", "Shower the People" & "Your Smiling Face". He was married at one time to Carly Simon. They had a few duets together including "Mockingbird" & "Devoted to You".
James Taylor and Carol King. Either one on their own is amazing. Carol King wrote this song along with hundreds of others.
His voice and singing has gotten more dynamic that it was way back then, in my opinion, his inflections and how he sings the verses now is really sweet. Yeah, JT, the legend!
Sappy? Well, this mean old world could use a little more Sap! Great reaction ladies.❣️
LOL. Love the reaction to James Taylor with hair. Almost up there with Tom Jones.
Both very surprising!
#1 in 1971, Carole King wrote this song in response to Taylor's Fire and Rain, in particular to the line "I've been so lonely that I could not find a friend," (hopefully the line is right). It would be good to play more of King's 1971 BBC concert!
Both were recording albums and when James finished his session he joined in on his friend Carol's. He asked her for this song. She recorded it and included it on her "Tapestry" album but refused to release it as a single so he could
"You're My Best Friend" by Queen would make a good reaction as well. Great reaction!
The first James Taylor song I recall hearing on the radio WAY BACK in the early seventies was Sweet Baby James, which he wrote for his baby nephew. It’s a great song also. Thank you, ladies I enjoy your reactions.
PS, Carole wrote both the music and the lyrics to You’ve Got A Friend.
He was so good looking there ...
There is at least one video where Carole and James both sing together on this. I don't know if it is true but I remember hearing at the time this was released that when Carole first heard James' version of this she started crying. It was very well known that they were very good friends and that James was instrumental in her becoming as well known for her performing as well as her writing.
So nice to watch your reactions girls, and so nice to see how much you love each other....family is the best we all got...👍🏻👍🏻🌹good vibes for you from México city..
Is that a very young Leland Sklar at James's left hand? Awesome.
He was pretty cute!! My favorite is Fire and Rain.
Baby Gap, I really enjoyed watching you react to "You've Got A Friend" for the first time. Carole King wrote the song and gave it to James Taylor to record and it went to #1 on the pop charts in 1971. As Momma Gap said, everyone in our age group knows and remembers this song. It's an all-time classic song from the 70's. I've always been a major fan of both James Taylor and Carole King. I grew up on both of their music. Other great James Taylor songs for you to react to are "Fire And Rain", "Your Smiling Face", "The Secret Of Life", and "Shower The People.". Baby Gap, as you said, Carole King is iconic. I consider her the greatest female songwriter of the rock era. During the 1960's, she wrote many timeless classics such as "Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow", "Natural Woman", "Take Good Care Of My Baby", "Up On The Roof", "The Loco-Motion", "Crying In The Rain", "Oh No, Not My Baby" and "I'm Into Something Good." In 1971, she released her first solo record, Tapestry, which became one of the best-selling albums of all-time and contained great songs such as "It's Too Late", "I Feel The Earth Move" and "So Far Away". Anyway, I really hope you explore both of their extensive song catalogs.
So many great songs for me to listen to! I’m very excited
@@generationgapreacts With Carole King, I would highly recommend starting with the song "Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow". I think it's one of the greatest love songs ever written. A timeless classic that so many men and women can relate to. With James Taylor. I recommend starting with "The Secret Of Life". I think it's one of the wisest songs on the philosophy of life. It's concept is so simple but beautiful which all of us can follow.
Fantastic song and amazing artists who do not have to depend on all kind of special effects to enhance their performance. Carole king is also a brilliant singer/songwriter who does not have to go out on stage in fishnet tights and leather to perform.
Simply beautiful x
Taylor is also a consummate guitar player, especially finger picking.
Leland Sklar on bass as well. awesome
I've never seen the video before. Thank you for that!
Of course you know Carol King wrote this along with many other HITS for many artists.
Obviously Carole King wrote this song she is the Third Woman inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame two times along with Stevie Nicks and Tina Turner for performing and writing
Another excellent song and although James Taylor has kind of a voice that tends to be a little bit low and sad this is not a sad song it's generally a pretty upbeat song but it's definitely a great song about friendships.
When I was in HS a girl dropped a note on me. The words were the chorus to this song. It was sweet. of course I think a month later she wanted nothing to do with me. Lol.
Hello, Momulator & Babulator Gap: Great reaction to this song by you both. I checked my 45s and this one is tucked in right beside Fire and Rain. I'm sure glad that I still have them both. Yes, Carole King wrote it.
Nice flowery blouse, BG. All I have is 25 year old white t-shirts full of moth holes.😁
Lucky! I will have to find some James Taylor and Carole King records to add to my albums. You have to buy some new shirts to keep up with us 😊
@@generationgapreacts ruclips.net/video/7jzx664u5DA/видео.html
Aw,you two😊💕🇬🇧
One of the best folk singers of all time!
James Taylor a half century ago. James Taylor’s music is timeless.
Although Carole King wrote it for the piano, she let James Taylor release it first on guitar. They are close friends. My sister said in the 1970s she kissed the photo on his album cover a hundred times.
Awesome! Love your reactions!
Another great friendship song is Paul Simon's "Bridge over Troubled Water". So Hyang does a magnificient version of it.
omg I don't think I have ever seen this" young " of a James Taylor- geeh ❤
Always a lot of love and friendship on these shows. I think Taylor's father was an English Professor at a North Carolina College.
This was a big hit in the UK 🇬🇧 I love James Taylor Folk singer around the same time as Bob Dylan Janis Joplin Carole King early 70s Woodstock era
He’s a folk singer, yacht rock
Taylor also recorded Carole's "Up On The Roof". Good friends for years.
He was married to Carly Simon, they had some great songs too.
Christine McVey had a really good solo song called "Friend". Check it out.
"Folk" - definitely
You should do "Fire and Rain".
Love this song, James Taylor did a beautiful job, and on special occasions I even sing it on karaoke….and you really do Have A Friend here
You guys are great 😊
When are you too you ladies going to do a Roy Orbison in my opinion the real King of RocknRoll the man’s voice well it can’t be matched I drove all Night I actually did that from Glasgow to London to surprise my then Girlfriend the look on her face when she woke up with me nibbling her ear 😂😂😂😂 it’s true she’s sadly not with us anymore RIP Marion ❤
You've Got a Friend - Carol King & James Taylor, James surprises Carol on stage: ruclips.net/video/w4mNDS5rIRU/видео.html
He surprises her at 3:37, just a great moment between two old friends.
Such a beautiful song! Love James Taylor. His voice is so soothing. And yes, he did have great hair back in the day. Very handsome. I kept waiting for Carole King to jump in and sing with him. She is amazing, on the piano and as a singer/songwriter. Great reaction.
I was expecting that too! We will have to do another Carole video
Love it and so many memories growing up! Of course Carole King wrote it and this was a cover for James on his album.
the bassist you see at the end of the video is the same guy from Phil Collins video
Good Stuff!
Great job with the reaction beautiful ladies
Thank you for this reaction. Takes me back to my youth. Talk about a contrast. I was just watching to a reaction to Ghost of Perdition by Opeth.
I will ask Momma Gap again to play Phoebe Snow's "Poetry Man" for you, I just have a feeling you will like that song and it's "light rock"
Oh heck! I’m sitting here bawling my eyes out! This reminds me the time my mum passed and one of my close friends did so many wonderful things for me, when I was feeling so down! Thank you very much! Folk rock is my favourite genre! I’m not sure if you have reacted to The Seekers or not! My favourite group! Please can you sometime when you can react to I am Australian! Thank you! Peace and Blessings from Australia.
Hi Wendy, so happy to hear you had a wonderful friend during such a painful time in your life. True friends can be real treasures. We have a few reactions to The Seekers! We will definitely have to do more. They are wonderful.
Carole King definitely did right this song and she actually sang the first version of it before James Taylor got it and turned it into a mega hit. Carole King is written a lot of songs for a lot of artists over the years.
Please react to CHERISH by THE ASSOCIATION
The song was a favorite slow dance song at junior high dances in 1966. It was sually the last song so your strategy relied on split-second timing to be in position to ask a popular girl.
Most of the night, the sexes would cluster on opposite sides of the room.
When this song was announced, the boys would try to manuever into position to ask for a dance, then the DJ would start the song and you had about 5 seconds to ask a girl before it was too late and another guy got there first.
If you were slow or got turned down, you tried to look inconspicuous and non-chalant while navigating back to neutral territory.
React to Carole King singing Natural Woman a song She Wrote and performed but also performed by Aretha Franklin
You'll love this - James and his (then) wife, Carly Simon: ruclips.net/video/mjksn8mEt8M/видео.html
1969-1979 JT was the Original Chick Magnet
He and Carly Simon used to be married you should react to their song Mockingbird live also react to Carly Simon You're So Vain
Mud Slide Slim And The Blue Horizon (1971)
Could you play the original Beatles song Yesterday
Hi, have you ever heard of the song “Taxi”?
He could rock...try Steamroller.
From a time when men were men and women were women, it was magically natural.
I'm sure you already know but Carole King is the one who wrote this song