Blue eyed soul. He had a cold. His parents were in the audience. His mother was a vocal teacher. It was the first time they saw him perform. One take. Live. No editing, mixing or over voice. Raw real talent. R.I.P. Bobby.
@@Aurora-tp3dy Yes she was. It was the FIRST time she ever saw him perform professionally, and also the only chance she would have ever had to see him live ON T.V..
@@mikeh8416 Your response has nothing to do with my comment. Maybe you should reread the entire thread. [Any, by the way, the entire world knows that it was her first time, but by no means the last time, seeing him in a professional setting...TV or otherwise.]
Bobby Hatfield was a countertenor. A countertenor is a male singer who can sing as high as a soprano or mezzo-soprano. The countertenor is the rarest of all voice types. His vocal gymnastics on the song “Summertime” is something to behold.
Elvis wouldn’t want a “pity” vote. It’s Bobby Hatfield all the way on this one. And that is not taking away from other versions that were beautiful. It’s just that Bobby Hatfield and this song were a once in a lifetime thing. His vocal range is extremely rare. 🥰
Elvis sang it 'because' of his love for Bobby Hatfield's version. & Even though The Righteous Brothers didn't write it. (you're correct it's an old movie soundtrack. Well done!) & The Righteous Brothers didn't own the rights to the song. You can bet Elvis asked Bobby Hatfield for permission to sing the song. (Probably sent a copy for approval.)**Michael Bolton sent "Georgia on My Mind" to Ray Charles' widow after she said no one will ever get permission. She listened & said OK, you have my permission... It's also worth a listen.
@@atlanticantiquesltd7372 He reportedly had a 4.5 octave range, and yes, he was hitting the soprano or mezzo-soprano range in his head voice at the end. Incredible.
He had a cold, his parents were in the audience seeing his professional performance for the first time, and he dealt with stagefright -- he was nervous and excited. He and Bill Medley had just immediately preceding that introduction sang a song "Look At Me". And they sang another immediately following this song with Andy Williams "What'd I Say", where Bobby sings with exhilaration after delivering what would become the masterpiece performance-of-a- lifetime. Both of those song videos are available on RUclips. 🎶
You're right. It's the best. Elvis's version is lovely but this TV performance by Bobby is even better than his own studio release. Thanks for the emotional reaction.
Bobby Hatfield had the voice of an angel when he sang this song. He was a countor tenor with a 5 octave range. This is pure talant, pure vocals, no auto tune, no lip syncing. This is a love song and Bobby sang it with soulful feeling. This is not how his original recorded version goes. That recording was used in the movie, Ghost. On this particular performance ( which we are blessed to have through the taping of tv shows) it was Bobby wanting to show the viewers his vocal range. He had wanted to show more of his range on his recorded version but was told it was perfect as it was. It was the B side of a 45 record, but once a radio D.J. played it, other stations started playing it too and the A side got little playing time. Bobby was nervous on this show as The Andy Williams Show was a huge weekly tv show with an audience of over 1 million tv viewers (at the time. In the 60's not everyone had a tv, especially in rural areas, and in most places people were limited to 2-3 stations; unlike people who lived in metro.areas who had 5-7 channels) plus being in front of a live audience, where you had to be perfect ; no second takes. He had a cold and his mother was in the audience. ( no pressure there, right) Bobby nailed it! You can see the expression on his face that didn't change until near the end where he smiled to himself because he knew he was killing it......and the lip bite when he finished. Notice too there was no face wrinkling to hit the high notes; its like he wasn't even trying to hit them. You should check out the rest of this performance where Bobby, Bill and Andy sing "That's What I Say" together. Righteous Brothers songs: "You've Lost That Loving Feeling" ( video) *"Soul And Inspiration". (Video) "Walk On" (video from Ed Sullivan Show) "Rock & Roll Heaven" ( video) "I just want To Make Love To You" ( Bill Medley solo from album) "Summertime" ( Bobby Hatfield solo, video from their tv show) Also check out Andy Williams. He sang mostly movie theme ballads "Love Is A Many Splendor Thing" "More" The Shadow Of Your Smile". Andy has a long list of songs. One that I'm sure you've heard is the Christmas song, "Its the most Wonderful time of The Year"; its a Christmas classic. Enjoy your music journey.
He changed up the arrangement because he liked the acoustics in the theater from which the Andy Williams show was broadcast. For the recording when he said wanted to do another take because he could do it better, Bill said no you can't. In 1964, 93% of US households had 1 or more televisions.
@@Aurora-tp3dy …but not very many channels! My grandma used to watch the Lawrence Welk Show. 😉 We got The Andy Williams Show & The Ed Sullivan Show. The very risqué drama “Peyton Place” came along before I graduated from high school in 1969. but then I had seen Simon and Garfunkel in concert as well as Jimi Hendrix and The Fifth Dimension. (It is the dawning of the Age of Aquarius…”) Amazing music!
Hundreds of singers have sung this song but none do it better than Bobby Hatfield. The studio version was used in the movie 'Ghost 'and was great but this live version is stupendous. No auto tune or gimmicks just pure talent. He had a cold at the time, his parents were in ther audience watching him sing live for the first time and he suffered with stage fright. Notice that when he sings the high notes at the end he does not contort his face as other singers do when hitting a high note. He just bites his lip and smiles as if to say I nailed it.
The song can be about lost love ones as well. when I sing this for senior homes I always think of my family mom and dad, and my younger brother who passed away 4 years ago. Ciff, you did a fabulous job reacting to this, intelligent words etc. I was a music teacher.
This is the gold standard of this song by the late great Bobby Hatfield. What else can you say. This was covered by over 670 artists. I love Elvis by no comparison. Try Soul and Inspiration, Rock and Roll Heaven and of course You’ve Lost That Loving Feeling which was the most played song in the 20th Century. I hope you will try them out.
There are dozens of reaction videos of people falling out over this white guy in a pink suit ripping this song. Anybody debating who did it best, obviously haven't seen this guy go.
This isn’t only the best live performance of this song, but quite possibly the best live performance ever! You’ve lost that loving feeling, soul and inspiration, summertime are a few others you might enjoy
Every time I watch this performance, I’m amazed how effortless he makes it look. ❤ I get chills every time. I love when he stretches time into I of the next line.
No one can do this song like the Righteous Brothers. Best recording I have ever heard. I have the vinyl album too. Absolutely am amazed everytime I hear it.
He was a counter tenor, the rarest type of tenor with an amazing range all the way to soprano, at least 5 octaves, you can hear him at the end of the song in soprano range.
Side Note - the host introducing them - Andy Williams = was an adored singer in the day. He did sing with his brothers but then developed a wonderful solo career. He was a star. I think Moon River is probably the song he is best known for. Definitely worth listening to Moon River - it was omnipresent for years
This song was actually made for a movie called unchained. The movie is centered on a man who contemplates either escaping from prison to live life on the run or completing his sentence and returning to his wife and family.
Bobby Hatfield - Righteous Bros LIVE version on the Andy Williams TV show is the BEST performance of Unchained Melody EVER DONE!! I’m a few months shy of 80 and remember watching this live in 1965 and still love seeing it and young people appreciating it! Thanks for reacting to it honestly.
the lyrics mean so much to me after all these years . im 71 now and it was a vinyl record my first boyfriend bought me .he worked away and didnt see each other for months on end ...hes passed away now ..but i still have the vinyl
It was written for the 1955 prison movie "Unchained," in which an appropriately subdued rendition was provided by Todd Duncan who played an incarcerated prisoner, Thus, the poignancy of the lyrics, subsequently performed by many, but none, before or since, as beautifully as Bobby Hatfield live in '65.
Amazing, wasn't he? They were 25. A live performance. No second takes and his parents were in the audience. Nobody sang this like Bobby Hatfield. He passed away in 2003. Bill Medley is still living.
This was the Master at work. Both men had amazing, unique voices and when they performed together it was magic. There weren't enough piano keys for what they were capable of, especially Bobby Hatfield. He wouldn't even break a sweat when he was inventing new notes like in his version of "Summertime". They had great hits, many featured in movies, but don't miss out on their live R&B performances on the old Shindig Show videos. Their personalities, versatility and energy were captivating. You might even catch a prank or two that will have you laughing. Thank you for recognizing the greatness of this legend.
This was my mom & dad's song. They were together for 55 years, until my dad passed in 2009 from cancer. He was a US Navy fighter pilot for 27 years and they were apart (dad at sea) for half their married life until he retired in 1977. I know they are slow dancing (or making love) to this in heaven.
The song was written for a movie about a guy in prison. Bobby Hatfield was a counter tenor which is very rare and is why he had the incredible range he had.
You've Lost That Lovin Feeling and "Soul and Inspiration" are amazing songs and great examples of both of their voices. Great reaction Cliff. Keep them coming.
Over 670 artists recorded this song worldwide. I don’t have to hear them all to know Bobby will always own it and I love Elvis. When I shut my art room door I listen to all of Elvis’s Gospel music because it was his first and main love. His voice changes and it is beautiful. I also listen to the Righteous Brothers, they are both amazing and I grew up to this version of the song plus all of their others. They were called Blue Eyed Soul and every woman was in love with those voices. This song will always be timeless. Thank you and I loved your reaction.
Bobby sang this differently than anyone before him 55-65. Everyone after this sang it like Bobby. Elvis was friends with Bobby and Bill and he (Elvis) sang a number of their songs. Please react to the song Summertime. Look up Bobby Hatfield Summertime live performance 1965. He will blow your mind with his soulful vocals. His vocal range and control is amazing. It's totally different from his silky smooth vocals here. Check it out.
The late great Bobby Hatfield. I was in high school when I watched him sing this beautiful song on the Andy Williams show in 1965. No suto tunes, pure raw talent. RIP Bobby. We miss you! ❤❤
The song was originally in a 1950's prison movie ("Unchained") but it was the Righteous Brothers who popularized it. Their songs "Soul & Inspiration" and a live rendition of "You'll Never Walk Alone" are simply fantastic. Remember - no autotune, no backing tracks, no ridiculous studio polishing. Rest in peace Bobby Hatfield.
That is the greatest live performance of all time. Such a beautiful song. My wife and I danced our first dance in our wedding to this version of the song.
I'm a HUGE Elvis fan but I agree with you on this one, Cliff. Bobby knocked this out of the park and across state lines. Big E is right behind him, though!!
Another dimension to this song is that it was at the end of the Korean War, the beginning of the Vietnam War, and there were a lot of humans going to distant places unsure if their loves were going to be there for them when they got home, IF they got home. All those feelings-the longing, insecurity and everything that goes with it are there in that song. Oi, what a song for the age.
Without a doubt, Bobby Hatfield owns this one. Elvis was fantastic, too, but this one will always be remembered as Bobby's song. Back in those days, a "single" was released on a 45 rpm record. The "A" side, was the song that was being featured. The "B" side was usually a song that basically "filled the empty side". "Unchained Melody" was on the B side of the record released. When radio stations acquired the release, they started playing the B side on the air instead of the A side. Listeners loved it and it has since become what we know as one of the most iconic songs ever recorded.
Nobody can sing it better than the original singers the Righteous Brothers and as other people have commented You've Lost That Loving Feeling by them is on a whole other level😊😊😊 it is my favorite favorite Righteous Brothers song of all time😊😊
Bobby was what they call a counter tenor. It's very rare as most men with voices like his were castrati, meaning they had been castrated to preserve their voices. They were Italian opera singers, usually. He had a 4 and a half octave range.
This is a classic performance that never gets old. He was a massive talent.
Bobby OWNS this song!! Nobody did it better..
Blue eyed soul. He had a cold. His parents were in the audience. His mother was a vocal teacher. It was the first time they saw him perform. One take. Live. No editing, mixing or over voice. Raw real talent. R.I.P. Bobby.
No she wasn't. Mama worked in the family dry cleaning business.
@@Sue-zf5uu, I believe you are correct about his Mom being in the audience, and yes, Bobby did have a cold while he sang this song.
@@Aurora-tp3dy Yes she was. It was the FIRST time she ever saw him perform professionally, and also the only chance she would have ever had to see him live ON T.V..
@@mikeh8416 Your response has nothing to do with my comment. Maybe you should reread the entire thread.
[Any, by the way, the entire world knows that it was her first time, but by no means the last time, seeing him in a professional setting...TV or otherwise.]
@@Aurora-tp3dy Maybe you should re-read your comment "No she wasn't" was in reply to his mother being in the audience.
Bobby Hatfield was a countertenor. A countertenor is a male singer who can sing as high as a soprano or mezzo-soprano. The countertenor is the rarest of all voice types. His vocal gymnastics on the song “Summertime” is something to behold.
Steve Perry of journey is a countertenor too.
@@debbiefabro887 As is Mitch Grassi of Pentatonix.
Back in the day when people could actually sing LIVE. Flawless.
Without autotune
@@brendatighe392 do you think everyone sings with autotune?
U have to remember this was LIVE, no auto tune, nothing. Just pure raw TALENT
You’ve lost that loving feeling by the righteous brothers is a fantastic song you would love to hear Great reaction as always 👏👏👏👏
That would the next one that he needs to react to.
@@scm0717 SECONDED!!!!
❤ absolutely
This is HIS song. He owns it. 😊
This is the version that grabs you by the heart and pulls it out.
It is the best version. Period.
Elvis wouldn’t want a “pity” vote. It’s Bobby Hatfield all the way on this one. And that is not taking away from other versions that were beautiful. It’s just that Bobby Hatfield and this song were a once in a lifetime thing. His vocal range is extremely rare. 🥰
Elvis sang it 'because' of his love for Bobby Hatfield's version. & Even though The Righteous Brothers didn't write it. (you're correct it's an old movie soundtrack. Well done!) & The Righteous Brothers didn't own the rights to the song. You can bet Elvis asked Bobby Hatfield for permission to sing the song. (Probably sent a copy for approval.)**Michael Bolton sent "Georgia on My Mind" to Ray Charles' widow after she said no one will ever get permission. She listened & said OK, you have my permission... It's also worth a listen.
He was a counter tenor with an incredible range at least 5 octaves. In the end of the song he goes into soprano range.
@@atlanticantiquesltd7372 He reportedly had a 4.5 octave range, and yes, he was hitting the soprano or mezzo-soprano range in his head voice at the end. Incredible.
Bobby’s version of this song is one of the reasons a whole generation was born. 😊
These lyrics are powerful. I was in high school at that time. He could have melted the panties off any girl back then.
When it comes to this song the late GREAT Bobby Hatfield is second to NONE..Perfection ❤
Bobby owns this...from the grave he is still wooing women with this song...
@@thomastimlin1724 agree
Amazing how he had trouble catching his breath telling the story about their name, and then he is able to do what you just heard.
He had a cold, his parents were in the audience seeing his professional performance for the first time, and he dealt with stagefright -- he was nervous and excited. He and Bill Medley had just immediately preceding that introduction sang a song "Look At Me". And they sang another immediately following this song with Andy Williams "What'd I Say", where Bobby sings with exhilaration after delivering what would become the masterpiece performance-of-a-
lifetime. Both of those song videos are available on RUclips. 🎶
"You Lost That Loving Feeling" is a great song to hear Bill and Bob's voices.
I don't care about anyone else BUT Bobby!! He does own it!
He has a rare gift from God.
Did you notice the little smile on Bobby Hatfield's face right at the end? That's the look of a man who knows he just killed it.
I loved Elvis, but nobody can sing this like Bobby Hatfield. Bobby had the voice of an Angel. You should listen to Bobby sing Live “Summertime.”
his reaction at the end with those high notes is priceless....you can almost hear window panes cracking
This gives me chills no matter how many times I hear it.
No question in my mind - Righteous Brothers own this song.
Next...."You've Lost That Loving Feeling". Most requested song on the radio in the 20th century.
You're right. It's the best. Elvis's version is lovely but this TV performance by Bobby is even better than his own studio release. Thanks for the emotional reaction.
No one sings this better than Bobby, he owns this song
Bobby Hatfield had the voice of an angel when he sang this song. He was a countor tenor with a 5 octave range. This is pure talant, pure vocals, no auto tune, no lip syncing. This is a love song and Bobby sang it with soulful feeling. This is not how his original recorded version goes. That recording was used in the movie, Ghost.
On this particular performance ( which we are blessed to have through the taping of tv shows) it was Bobby wanting to show the viewers his vocal range. He had wanted to show more of his range on his recorded version but was told it was perfect as it was. It was the B side of a 45 record, but once a radio D.J. played it, other stations started playing it too and the A side got little playing time.
Bobby was nervous on this show as The Andy Williams Show was a huge weekly tv show with an audience of over 1 million tv viewers (at the time. In the 60's not everyone had a tv, especially in rural areas, and in most places people were limited to 2-3 stations; unlike people who lived in metro.areas who had 5-7 channels) plus being in front of a live audience, where you had to be perfect ; no second takes. He had a cold and his mother was in the audience. ( no pressure there, right) Bobby nailed it! You can see the expression on his face that didn't change until near the end where he smiled to himself because he knew he was killing it......and the lip bite when he finished. Notice too there was no face wrinkling to hit the high notes; its like he wasn't even trying to hit them.
You should check out the rest of this performance where Bobby, Bill and Andy sing "That's What I Say" together.
Righteous Brothers songs:
"You've Lost That Loving Feeling" ( video)
*"Soul And Inspiration". (Video)
"Walk On" (video from Ed Sullivan Show)
"Rock & Roll Heaven" ( video)
"I just want To Make Love To You" ( Bill Medley solo from album)
"Summertime" ( Bobby Hatfield solo, video from their tv show)
Also check out Andy Williams. He sang mostly movie theme ballads
"Love Is A Many Splendor Thing"
"More"
The Shadow Of Your Smile". Andy has a long list of songs. One that I'm sure you've heard is the Christmas song, "Its the most Wonderful time of The Year"; its a Christmas classic.
Enjoy your music journey.
He changed up the arrangement because he liked the acoustics in the theater from which the Andy Williams show was broadcast.
For the recording when he said wanted to do another take because he could do it better, Bill said no you can't.
In 1964, 93% of US households had 1 or more televisions.
@@Aurora-tp3dy …but not very many channels! My grandma used to watch the Lawrence Welk Show. 😉 We got The Andy Williams Show & The Ed Sullivan Show. The very risqué drama “Peyton Place” came along before I graduated from high school in 1969. but then I had seen Simon and Garfunkel in concert as well as Jimi Hendrix and The Fifth Dimension. (It is the dawning of the Age of Aquarius…”) Amazing music!
@@Grammichal The "tons" of channels didn't exist until cable TV. 😀
Hundreds of singers have sung this song but none do it better than Bobby Hatfield. The studio version was used in the movie 'Ghost 'and was great but this live version is stupendous. No auto tune or gimmicks just pure talent. He had a cold at the time, his parents were in ther audience watching him sing live for the first time and he suffered with stage fright. Notice that when he sings the high notes at the end he does not contort his face as other singers do when hitting a high note. He just bites his lip and smiles as if to say I nailed it.
This song is great, a classic, but "you've lost that loving feeling" showcases both of their voices in the best way.
This is the version I know and love ❤❤❤❤❤
Come on ! Watch it again and again! While you’re watching Ghost! Guess who’s singing?! Perfection! Far exceeds Elvis! My beautiful, lovely Elvis!
This is the song we grew up with. The “classic”. I believe it’s also the one we hear on Ghost. Nobody sings it like him.
This was my parents song when he was deployed in the Air Force in the 50s.
My father sent s music box of this tune to my mother
The song can be about lost love ones as well. when I sing this for senior homes I always think of my family mom and dad, and my younger brother who passed away 4 years ago. Ciff, you did a fabulous job reacting to this, intelligent words etc. I was a music teacher.
No Autotune..just pure talent and note how classy he looks. Hope we get back to that kind of talent someday instead of the sorry state of music today.
Bobby had a head cold when he sang this song live and he still did a great jpb.
This is the gold standard of this song by the late great Bobby Hatfield. What else can you say. This was covered by over 670 artists. I love Elvis by no comparison. Try Soul and Inspiration, Rock and Roll Heaven and of course You’ve Lost That Loving Feeling which was the most played song in the 20th Century. I hope you will try them out.
Bobby Owned that Song!!!!!
This may be the best performance of ANY song
Dude's voice is something else - I've always loved this performance so much
He goes up ultimately three octaves!!
There are dozens of reaction videos of people falling out over this white guy in a pink suit ripping this song. Anybody debating who did it best, obviously haven't seen this guy go.
God Bless You!
This isn’t only the best live performance of this song, but quite possibly the best live performance ever! You’ve lost that loving feeling, soul and inspiration, summertime are a few others you might enjoy
Every time I watch this performance, I’m amazed how effortless he makes it look. ❤ I get chills every time. I love when he stretches time into I of the next line.
Live. No autotune. And, he did it night after night. It warms my heart to see young people see the talent that used to be abundant.
I heard these guys perform it first, and I still haven't heard a version that evokes the same emotion as the Bros.
Bobby Hatfield 'owns" that song, the way Aretha Franklin 'owns" Respect.
U need to hear Bobby sing "Summertime ". It's amazing.
Your reaction is spot on. It leaves one speechless. Bobby Hatfield owns this song.
No one can do this song like the Righteous Brothers. Best recording I have ever heard. I have the vinyl album too. Absolutely am amazed everytime I hear it.
This is Bobby Hatfield's song. Period!
And I love Elvis, he is my cousin!
🤍🤍🤍🤍
He was a counter tenor, the rarest type of tenor with an amazing range all the way to soprano, at least 5 octaves, you can hear him at the end of the song in soprano range.
Side Note - the host introducing them - Andy Williams = was an adored singer in the day. He did sing with his brothers but then developed a wonderful solo career. He was a star. I think Moon River is probably the song he is best known for. Definitely worth listening to Moon River - it was omnipresent for years
This song was actually made for a movie called unchained. The movie is centered on a man who contemplates either escaping from prison to live life on the run or completing his sentence and returning to his wife and family.
Bobby Hatfield - Righteous Bros LIVE version on the Andy Williams TV show is the BEST performance of Unchained Melody EVER DONE!! I’m a few months shy of 80 and remember watching this live in 1965 and still love seeing it and young people appreciating it! Thanks for reacting to it honestly.
the lyrics mean so much to me after all these years . im 71 now and it was a vinyl record my first boyfriend bought me .he worked away and didnt see each other for months on end ...hes passed away now ..but i still have the vinyl
I would urge you to checkout their live performance in the Ed Sullivan tv show of YOU’LL NEVER WALK ALONE . Fantastic!❤
Bobby OWNS this song! RIP Bobby Hatfield
Love the way you just let this tune play Cliff. Bobby Hatfield was just unique and perfect as you say. So glad you loved it. 🥰
It was written for the 1955 prison movie "Unchained," in which an appropriately subdued rendition was provided by Todd Duncan who played an incarcerated prisoner, Thus, the poignancy of the lyrics, subsequently performed by many, but none, before or since, as beautifully as Bobby Hatfield live in '65.
Check out the two of them together in "You've lost that loving feeling," and "soul and inspiration."
I love their humor. And the way he goes straight from a conversion to this performance, as if it was nothing at all. 🔥
Amazing, wasn't he? They were 25. A live performance. No second takes and his parents were in the audience. Nobody sang this like Bobby Hatfield. He passed away in 2003. Bill Medley is still living.
This was the Master at work. Both men had amazing, unique voices and when they performed together it was magic. There weren't enough piano keys for what they were capable of, especially Bobby Hatfield. He wouldn't even break a sweat when he was inventing new notes like in his version of "Summertime". They had great hits, many featured in movies, but don't miss out on their live R&B performances on the old Shindig Show videos. Their personalities, versatility and energy were captivating. You might even catch a prank or two that will have you laughing. Thank you for recognizing the greatness of this legend.
The joy on his face as he sings and the way the song flows from him always leaves me feeling like I witnessed something more than a music performance.
This was my mom & dad's song. They were together for 55 years, until my dad passed in 2009 from cancer. He was a US Navy fighter pilot for 27 years and they were apart (dad at sea) for half their married life until he retired in 1977. I know they are slow dancing (or making love) to this in heaven.
Bobby Hatfield will forever own this song. It was this song that taught me as a little girl that music can be magic.
The song was written for a movie about a guy in prison. Bobby Hatfield was a counter tenor which is very rare and is why he had the incredible range he had.
You've Lost That Lovin Feeling and "Soul and Inspiration" are amazing songs and great examples of both of their voices. Great reaction Cliff. Keep them coming.
Over 670 artists recorded this song worldwide. I don’t have to hear them all to know Bobby will always own it and I love Elvis. When I shut my art room door I listen to all of Elvis’s Gospel music because it was his first and main love. His voice changes and it is beautiful. I also listen to the Righteous Brothers, they are both amazing and I grew up to this version of the song plus all of their others. They were called Blue Eyed Soul and every woman was in love with those voices. This song will always be timeless. Thank you and I loved your reaction.
Bobby sang this differently than anyone before him 55-65. Everyone after this sang it like Bobby. Elvis was friends with Bobby and Bill and he (Elvis) sang a number of their songs.
Please react to the song Summertime. Look up Bobby Hatfield Summertime live performance 1965. He will blow your mind with his soulful vocals. His vocal range and control is amazing. It's totally different from his silky smooth vocals here. Check it out.
Totally mesmerizing!! 💜💜RIP Bob and Bill!!💜🎶🎼🎵
The late great Bobby Hatfield. I was in high school when I watched him sing this beautiful song on the Andy Williams show in 1965. No suto tunes, pure raw talent. RIP Bobby. We miss you! ❤❤
What were you doing at 25? This is what this guy was doing and that, my friends, is mind-blowing.
You've Lost That Loving Feeling -should be next
I love what he did with his vowels.
The song was originally in a 1950's prison movie ("Unchained") but it was the Righteous Brothers who popularized it. Their songs "Soul & Inspiration" and a live rendition of "You'll Never Walk Alone" are simply fantastic. Remember - no autotune, no backing tracks, no ridiculous studio polishing. Rest in peace Bobby Hatfield.
Bobby's voice and his control of his voice is amazing. Bill Medley has a wonderful low tone. The two together are something you need to hear.
Very much enjoyed your take on this soul wrenching song - Best performance and I loved Elvis ‘s rendition as well! 👵🏽✌🏾🍃🦅🍃💚🍃
"You've lost that loving feeling" shows off their brilliant harmony's
That is the greatest live performance of all time. Such a beautiful song. My wife and I danced our first dance in our wedding to this version of the song.
You showed as much emotion as Bobby did. Great reaction. You've got my vote!
His octave levels are insane
The best and greatest version of this song! Not only his voice, his delivery! What he does with one breath is AMAZING! RIP Bobby! We miss you!!!!😢
I'm a HUGE Elvis fan but I agree with you on this one, Cliff. Bobby knocked this out of the park and across state lines. Big E is right behind him, though!!
The emotions he evokes with his voice
Legendary ❤
Another dimension to this song is that it was at the end of the Korean War, the beginning of the Vietnam War, and there were a lot of humans going to distant places unsure if their loves were going to be there for them when they got home, IF they got home. All those feelings-the longing, insecurity and everything that goes with it are there in that song. Oi, what a song for the age.
Without a doubt, Bobby Hatfield owns this one. Elvis was fantastic, too, but this one will always be remembered as Bobby's song.
Back in those days, a "single" was released on a 45 rpm record. The "A" side, was the song that was being featured. The "B" side was usually a song that basically "filled the empty side". "Unchained Melody" was on the B side of the record released. When radio stations acquired the release, they started playing the B side on the air instead of the A side. Listeners loved it and it has since become what we know as one of the most iconic songs ever recorded.
I cry every single time I hear their recorded version. The music and his voice is just angelic
Nobody can sing it better than the original singers the Righteous Brothers and as other people have commented You've Lost That Loving Feeling by them is on a whole other level😊😊😊 it is my favorite favorite Righteous Brothers song of all time😊😊
Bobby was what they call a counter tenor. It's very rare as most men with voices like his were castrati, meaning they had been castrated to preserve their voices. They were Italian opera singers, usually. He had a 4 and a half octave range.
This was released in the 1960s during a long war and many soldiers related to the feeling of separation from a loved one that this song portrays.
People use the word "iconic" too easily describe performances. THIS is iconic.
ooo sent this to my mom lol she will love this :)
This version always gives me chills 💙👵🏼✌🏼
Hi Cliff, they are amazing, the Righteous Brothers...👍☝️🙂
Elvis was a huge fan of the Righteous Brothers. He attended several shows of them.
The Righteous Brothers are known for this song more than any other artists. Stupendous job.
This is THE definitive version of this song... Bobby Hatfield still melts women's hearts to this day with this song...
❤❤❤ still one of the best songs ever and thus live is the best performance
This was in 1965 during the Vietnam War. A lot of lovers were separated.
Pure Talent!!!!