I love this song. She didn't actually do him wrong because there never was any kind of relationship between them. "She, had a place in his life. He, never made her think twice. As she rises to her apology, anybody else would surely know...". The guy thought they had something once, and she had no idea so she is apologizing if she ever gave him the wrong impression. He's the fool, and this is something only a fool would believe.

@trjbrew

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly.

@Mus1c1luv

2 жыл бұрын

Perfect. Poor Jordan never seems to get the lyrical meanings right.

@TheDetailsMatter

2 жыл бұрын

What a fool believes he sees, no wise man has the power to reason away.

@richmiddlebrook3103

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheDetailsMatter "the" wise man has the power to reason away. If no man had the power, we'd all be fools. 🃏

@TheDetailsMatter

2 жыл бұрын

@@richmiddlebrook3103 "No" wise man can make a fool see the truth by means of reason, because reason is the exact quality a fool lacks. The wise man can reason until he's blue in the face; it will make no impression on the fool, who sees only what he wishes to see.

This is the all time Michael McDonald at his Finest. There are no words to describe this Man’s Voice. Except heaven. My above all favorite singer

@primeminister66

Жыл бұрын

Certainly one of the best vocal performances I’ve heard

@philtyschuk

Жыл бұрын

Yep. BLUE Eyed Soul at its BEST!!!

@GetzGoth

Жыл бұрын

Check out the one of Mike singing/playing it solo a few years back. He’s 65 at the time and sounds better than ever. His voice, like Sinatra’s, mellowed and became more full as he aged and added significant body mass. Cheers!

@thewarrior5486

Жыл бұрын

Word

@IlliniPicker

11 ай бұрын

We will probably hear him singing when we walk through the pearly gates way into the future!

"She had a place in his life, he never made her think twice". Brutal, just brutal.

@dondonner1095

Жыл бұрын

Been there

@CrystalM1917

Жыл бұрын

Everybody has. You'll be ok.❤

@klub5158

11 ай бұрын

Such a fantastic song. But so depressing if you actually listen to the lyrics.

@ujohnlynch2341

10 ай бұрын

It's a poem.

@jrobertlysaght

8 ай бұрын

Amazing what our hearts can put us through. He thinks she was the one that got away. But for her, he was just a old boyfriend, she probably barely remembered till this meeting.

The falsetto on this song is in-sane. I'm a soprano and it's high for me. Michael McDonald's voice is just sublime.

@timbishop9062

2 жыл бұрын

Sublime is the perfect word.

@calibanjr

2 жыл бұрын

He's the only person that I know that can still have "smoke" when he's in falsetto

@lilgreenmomo

2 жыл бұрын

@@calibanjr I know right! It's just gorgeous.

@smoothALOE

2 жыл бұрын

What’s interesting is that it’s one of the few songs I can sing the falsetto with as a bass level singer, haha! That’s one of the reasons I like it so much. McDonald is the man 👍

@rebeltvr6046

Жыл бұрын

For you to say that means a lot.

And yes Amber, Michael McDonald is considered “blue eyed soul.”

@davidbrannon2627

2 жыл бұрын

His solo stuff is great also

@rmhanseniii

2 жыл бұрын

Van the man as well

@lucindagoodwin3139

2 жыл бұрын

True!! He did a duet with Patti LaBelle titled "On My Own " which was a big hit

@clarencewillingham3030

2 жыл бұрын

I hate that term....lol, soul is soul

@jwmson7791

2 жыл бұрын

@@clarencewillingham3030 You’re so right and he has it! ♥️

So in the 70s most of the music was "cross over". It was Rock, R&B, Country, Disco, Funk (and more) - all rolled into one. Radio in the 70s and 80s was amazing.

@bethshadid2087

2 жыл бұрын

Second that synopsis 😁

@rossadams5753

2 жыл бұрын

You are right. Then it gradually got sucky.

@donferoce5652

2 жыл бұрын

The country-to-pop crossovers began in the the late seventies with Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton. Sometimes a song is so good and such a big hit every station has to play it!

@vegasbaby3669

2 жыл бұрын

Facts

@mariawhitehead1489

2 жыл бұрын

Fact!! Good times!!

“I Keep Forgetting” is a Michael McDonald masterpiece! ❤️😁

@michaeltipler5674

Жыл бұрын

Real love

@valmircmoraes

Жыл бұрын

I couldn't agree more

@Kevonutube303

Жыл бұрын

Its that Jay and Amber can hear the transition to the Michael McDonald era, like we did. Both era's we're exceptional!!!

@bigsims2k

Жыл бұрын

Hell yeah

@edwardcarter5724

Жыл бұрын

Taking it to the streets

song was written by Kenny Loggins and Michael McDonald. Two music legends

@carltonbakerii8274

2 жыл бұрын

And they should really hear Kenny's recording of it, too!

@rogerhuggettjr.7675

2 жыл бұрын

Both recorded it. If I remember right, they sing background vocals on the other's version.

@carltonbakerii8274

2 жыл бұрын

@@rogerhuggettjr.7675 You are correct!

@MechaJoezilla

2 жыл бұрын

And this song won the Grammy for song of that year. That’s when the Grammy’s still meant something.

He did a duet with Patty Labelle called “on my own“ absolutely beautiful song. Your lady there is going to like this one.

@mschill5575

2 жыл бұрын

I was just about to suggest this song.

@kimbare7434

2 жыл бұрын

Omgoodness, YES!!!

@clare1061

2 жыл бұрын

@@mschill5575 you have a good taste in music

@laliz7025

2 жыл бұрын

Love

@susiealles5878

2 жыл бұрын

What a great song

The group Hall and Oates fall into their own as well......give them a sample.

@kimcutts6153

2 жыл бұрын

Love Hall n Oats. One of the most successful groups of all time. Sang some awesome songs. And Daryl wrote some fabulous tunes for other stars also. 😀

@akastarchild

2 жыл бұрын

They have to hear Sara Smile and She's Gone.!!!

@davidtcpa1

2 жыл бұрын

100% agree. One of my favorites is Sarah Smile.

@kimcutts6153

2 жыл бұрын

@@akastarchild , and D Temp 62. I agree, but my favourite is "You make my dreams" xxx

@rachelhutchison8093

2 жыл бұрын

👏👏👏

Michael McDonald’s transition to falsetto is so seamless, so smooth. Plus it’s husky enough to make you think….IS that falsetto or is it his natural voice??? Amazing voice. The Doobie Brothers in general have always had fantastic background vocals from “Listen to the Music” to “China Grove” to “Minute by Minute” and of course “What a Fool Believes.”

I’m basically a hard rocker and metal head but I’ve always appreciated the Doobie Brothers and loved their musicianship, these guys are the real deal!👍🏻

@shanefraser7764

Жыл бұрын

Salute🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤟

Michael McDonald: "Some of the verse’s lyrics I wrote on an envelope while flying from New York to L.A.: “He came from somewhere back in her long ago / The sentimental fool don’t see / Tryin’ hard to recreate / what had yet to be created once in her life.” I also had a vague sense of the song’s concept: A fool believes what he believes, and you can’t change his mind. I used this idea as the basis for the song’s story. It was about a couple who had broken up and, after a period of absence, they reunite to talk. At their sit-down, he’s foolishly optimistic and believes they’ll get back together. For her, it’s just a cordial get-together to have a drink. In the song, I wanted to have the two of them express how they felt from their different perspectives."

@boomer37

2 жыл бұрын

@janice Duke, the meaning is even sadder than that. They never had a relationship at all. It was only in his head. They say "She had a place in his life. He never made her think twice." She was his crush, and she had no idea he existed. A very sad story.

@KayeWhye

2 жыл бұрын

@@boomer37 nailed it! I lived this song. It took me decades to listen to the wise man. I still love her anyway. (R. I. P. SweetNess)

@patriciahopey1384

2 жыл бұрын

stil play the alblum, 2 days ago infact. thanks for the info. 3 cheers from Atlantic Canada

@rossadams5753

2 жыл бұрын

@@patriciahopey1384 Take off ehh lolol counldnt resist.

@pauldevito7476

2 жыл бұрын

@@boomer37 Not so sad, but very real and very true. The dream girl who looks at you in the school hallways and sees nothing. Hahaha. But we all get it in the end. The sadness only comes from wantings and cravings. Expect nothing, and embrace uncertainty, 🙏.

The guy in the middle with the dark beard is Michael McDonald- the lead singer who is hitting all those high notes. Such a great catalog of songs to dive into. Black Water, Long Train Running, Takin It to the Street....

@laritownsend2527

2 жыл бұрын

Jesus is just alright was number one on the NewYrs Eve countdown when I was 16. Loved that one too

@danielcreed2418

2 жыл бұрын

Yes! Taken it to the streets is an awesome song. The live version is the best!

@rossadams5753

2 жыл бұрын

You probly know this. Michael Mcdonald wasnt in the band for Long Train runnin, China Grove, eyes of silver. Listen to the Music and i think Black Water also hhhmmmmmmm?

@Bassplayingypsy

2 жыл бұрын

Nope. It' Kenny Logins hittin high notes.

@kenperk9854

2 жыл бұрын

! For some reason, NO ONE dives in. It's just the same 4 or 5 songs over and over. It was fun but this is getting old.

The Doobie Brothers - some of the best harmonies ever!

Doobie Brothers with the soulful sound of Michael McDonald's falsetto has finally made it into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as of 2020.

Michael McDonald joined the Doobies a little later. He is lead vocals on this song he brought a whole different sound. Check out some of the earlier stuff too. 'China Grove', 'Black Water' .

@mjsmith1965

2 жыл бұрын

Yep. He took over most of the lead vocals when Tom Johnston left the group

@mikek5958

2 жыл бұрын

"Long Train Running" too for sure.

@erikparker6501

2 жыл бұрын

Also, "Listen to the Music" was pre-Michael McDonald. Am I correct???????? Also, "It Keeps you Running"

Must hear Doobies: Takin it to the streets, Black Water, Listen to the music, Long train runnin' . GOLD.

@karenscigliano9787

2 жыл бұрын

Any Steely Dan song was a mix of genres...Listen to "Any World"... any song on the albums Pretzel Logic or Katy Lied

@CodeBleu724

2 жыл бұрын

The Doobies are a must listen. Even Re-Run had to record their concert.

Michael McDonald has one of the most recognized voices in pop music history. Not only did he front this band, he can be heard singing backup for Michael Jackson and many more. A truly unique vocal talent.

@essco2152

8 ай бұрын

With Patti LaBelle, Steely Dan, solo, Kenny Loggins, James Ingram, Toto, Nicolette Larson, Christopher Cross, etc.... His voice was everywhere once upon a time.

It's hard to describe the feeling, hearing younger people, especially from a different culture than myself, enjoying some of the greatest music of my generation. From Pink Floyd to Johnny Cash, they really seem to appreciate the same things about the music I love. Thanks

@nickfiorenza5930

2 жыл бұрын

It is nice to see, the younger generation really appreciate great classic songs. My 4 grown children and 5 grandchildren, are great examples of loving these old classics. My children and grandchildren, grew up listening to these great classics, we are a music loving family. LOL.

Black Water by The Doobie Brothers is the vibeiest vibe that ever vibed

@ms.dirtybird7779

2 жыл бұрын

Can't like this one enough. My favorite Doobie Bros BY FAR

@timbillings6884

2 жыл бұрын

Mississippi moon won't you keep on shining on me! 👍👍👍👍

@BCANZONERI

2 жыл бұрын

Black Water was prior to Michael McDonald joining the Doobies.

@jskit92380

2 жыл бұрын

Patrick Simmons is the vocalist on Black Water.

Songs: Black Water - Pat Simmons sings lead China Grove - Tom Johnston sings lead Long Train Running - Tom Johnston sings lead Take Me in Your Arms - Tom Johnson sings lead Taking' it to the Streets - Michael McDonald sings lead Michael McDonald solo I Keep Forgetting Sweet Freedom

@klaptongroovemaster

2 жыл бұрын

Add Let the Music Play to your list.

@timbillings6884

2 жыл бұрын

😁👍👍

@carriechilders4416

2 жыл бұрын

Also On My Own with Patti Labelle is a good one. And he is also part of Toto's I'll be Over You.

Doobies were one of the few bands that had different lead singers and were great with all of them.

There are SO many great songs from the seventies. It was and still remains for me the Golden Era of music.

You are about to go down an awesome rabbit hole. The Doobie Brothers are one of the greatest American bands of all time!!

Michael McDonald, sings this one. Check out older Doobies- Jesus is Just Alright You’ll love it!!

I saw Michael McDonald in concert about 3 years ago and he really sounds just as good as ever! I've always loved the texture of his voice.

The best song ever in the history of life!

The one and only Michael McDonald. I could listen to him sing all day. You do need to get familiar with him.

@walterrutherford8321

2 жыл бұрын

I was going through a break up and hadn’t realized how many break up songs are on the radio. Then Michael McDonald came on singing, I Keep Forgetting. It perfectly fit my situation. Great song, but I hate that song. 😆

@susanhumphrey6427

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely!! Amazing voice.

Great choice! Love The Doobie Brothers! Next time do Black Water,it is such a good song,you will love it.I promise.

@StaciaAmnaber

2 жыл бұрын

Agree!!

@stevedotwood

2 жыл бұрын

yeah Black Water is great

@karensilvera6694

2 жыл бұрын

You read my mind! Black Water is such a different groove than this one. Both great but so different. And now I've got that chorus in my head!

@bettypogue7021

2 жыл бұрын

Agree 100%

@m.a.robbins4907

2 жыл бұрын

Black Water is so unique

This song is one of those slow-burn songs. It didn't take the scene by storm but bit by bit, it gained popularity, and the rest, as they say, is history. Winning Record of The Year and Song of the Year was the beautiful icing on the cake!

Michael McDonald is the incredible falsetto, also sang with Steely Dan & had his solo life as well.

The saddest upbeat song. These words are so harsh. "He came from somewhere back in her long ago The sentimental fool don't see Tryin' hard to recreate What had yet to be created, once in her life She musters a smile For his nostalgic tale Never coming near what he wanted to say Only to realize It never really was She had a place in his life He never made her think twice As he rises to her apology Anybody else would surely know He's watching her go But what a fool believes he sees No wise man has the power to reason away What seems to be Is always better than nothing And nothing at all keeps sending him... Somewhere back in her long ago. Damn, and its all up beat and danceable. Love the song, but it's so sad.

@channelneo7519

Жыл бұрын

The precursor to "Hey Ya"

@anthonyconlon7990

11 ай бұрын

I was going to write this, best opening line!

Just about everything the Doobies did with Michael McDonald was worth listening to. Just about anything Michael McDonald did, with or without he Doobies, was worth hearing.

@angier5775

2 жыл бұрын

Everything the Doobies did with and without Michael McDonald was great!

@martingrey2231

2 жыл бұрын

@@angier5775 with TOTO.

@Wordsmyth8

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed.

I love and miss the 70's and 80's. Love the Doobie Brothers...Love them!!!✨💜💜💜🙏🏾🌺

This song debuted on the charts January 20 1979. I was born October 9 1979. While my mom was pregnant with me. This song played on the radio & she just so happened to be throwing up from morning sickness. She doesn’t like the song to this day. Funny thing, it’s my favorite Doobie Brothers song.

This song was before music was broken down into a hundred genres and sub-genres, but for classification purposes, The Doobie Brothers were a Rock band, and are now considered "Classic Rock."

Check out Michael MacDonald's "I Keep Forgetting", another song where he just can't take no for an answer.

@AmBaCaDaFa

2 жыл бұрын

And a really good tune! Michael Mcdonald has a unique voice - and he has done a lot of vocals (and superb backning vocals) on many other artists recordings (e g Steely Dan’s ”Peg”).

@spacecardinal

2 жыл бұрын

Please!

@user-or1ye3iz6d

2 жыл бұрын

❤️🙏

@TheFairyintheFishBowl

2 жыл бұрын

One of my best! 👏🏻👏🏻

Please sample Michael on his own! His voice is one of the most iconic through many decades!

@kellabeck

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! Michael on his own (I Gotta Try, I Keep Forgetting, one By One, as well as Michael with others- Patti LaBelle, Kenny Loggins, Chris Cross, James Ingram… So lucky to have seen him at the Beacon (with Boz Skaggs) and the Apollo Theatres. Amber, he’s the handsome guy in the middle.

The Doobie Brothers remind me of my Mom playing records when I was young. I miss my Mom so much, thank you for choosing this song.

Michael McDonald caused this band reach to increase in my opinion, when he joined in 74. A song from a later ablum of the Doobie's "Takin it to the Streets" is uptempo and has a great groove and doesn't really have a genre, per se, but has pop and R&B influences and a great Sax solo.

Jesus is just alright with me is another good song from them 👏👏

Thank you God for having me grow up in the 70’s and listening to this incredible music!!! All of us are blessed.

I was 16 in '79 when this song came out, and I was going through my first "real" breakup. This song was played more than you can imagine.

Christopher Cross fits in this category. "Sailing" and "Ride like the wind" to name a few

@kenperk9854

2 жыл бұрын

Ride like ....

@psiclone23

2 жыл бұрын

Michael McDonald sang backup on Ride Like The Wind by Christopher Cross.

@dusty3913

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, and Arthur's Theme.

@estills4768

2 жыл бұрын

Ooo, I think Amber would LOVE Christopher Cross!!!

@Kazeemi2810

2 жыл бұрын

@@dusty3913 Yass, my favourite! Cheers from Australia!!

One of my favorite bands. You gotta listen to Black Water or Long Train Running.

Charles and Eddie "Would I Lie to You?" Fantastic duo with a killer falsetto and wonderful beat.

Loving Amber's hair in this one.

the unmistakable voice and keyboard playing of Michael McDonald a true genius of a singer/songwriter.

❤️Yes yes yes!!! The Doobie have 2 distinct periods; one pre-Michael McDonald and one post; he’s the lead singer. Excellent song!!! If you like this, you MUST hear “Minute By Minute”! For their older sound, please do “Blackwater” or “Long Train Running”❤️❤️❤️

My dad knew them and i remember going to a house and hearing them play. And this song is about loving someone who doesnt feel the same way about you And you gotta let go.

@jakeblack212

Жыл бұрын

That must have been so cool

The Doobies are a national treasure!

Michael McDonald from the early 7o's to the middle 8o's was a monster in music. Whether performing any number of classic recordings like Steely Dan, the Doobie Brothers, or Patti Labelle, to his own solo music, he is considered by many to be any excellent musician as well as one of the best singers in history. Turn your ears to find him backing up his old mates in Steely Dan on "Time Out of Mind". The heartbreaking sense of loss that pulls at your heart ❤ on "On My Own". And the refusal of acceptance that love is gone in "I Keep Forgetting". All these beautiful gifts of musical magic that will last forever.

@melodymcdonald2140

2 жыл бұрын

One of the best voices ever. SO many good songs. He could sing with anybody and his voice just blends perfectly. Its well worth the time to check out his many, many collaborations.

@gp8209

2 жыл бұрын

Its perfection and grace

@walterrutherford8321

2 жыл бұрын

You never notice how many breakup songs are on the radio until you go through a bad breakup. I remember once wanting to scream at the car radio because two out of three songs were break up songs that day. One of them was Michael McDonald singing, I Keep Forgetting. And strangely, I’d heard the song dozens of times before, but had never REALLY listened to it. That day it hit me hard.

If that voice sounds familiar Michael McDonald also sang background vocals on a lot of Steely Dan songs including Peg. He's the guy in the middle with the black hair and beard.

@janleonard3101

2 жыл бұрын

Also does backing vocals on "Ride Like the Wind" by Christopher Cross and "This Is It" by Kenny Loggins and probably more I'm forgetting.

@Keith_KC8TCQ

2 жыл бұрын

Steely Dan, another group with an absolute plethora of fabulous songs blending soul, jazz. blues. funk etc.

I went to their concert in 1977 they were so good 👍 and now I am a 66 year old woman

Michael’s piano work here is outstanding rhythm and melody.

Michael McDonald is one of the best voices of the 70's. His solo albums are so good. Check out his duet with Patti LaBelle, "On My Own".

The next Doobie Brothers reaction should definitely be Black Water

@HandleTakenlol

2 жыл бұрын

I agree

@sherrywade7439

2 жыл бұрын

Probably their best song!

@colibri1

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, especially for these Southern kids. Plus, that was my fourth-grade teacher's favorite song back in the mid-seventies.

@CharCanuck14

2 жыл бұрын

Yes yes yes!

@eclconsulting

2 жыл бұрын

Best Doobie song!

My favorite male vocalist along with Barry White.

Love this song! 👍♥️🌞 This song is about a guy who is in love with a woman who doesn't even know him. It's all in his mind, hence, what a fool believes is whatever he wants to believe, whether it's real or not.

Michael McDonald did so many cameos on other artists songs because his voice was so darn good. Check him out on "Ride like the wind" by Christopher Cross. Think you will really enjoy it.

@group-music

2 жыл бұрын

He also sang backing vocals on Peg by Steely Dan.

@RichKuni

2 жыл бұрын

@@group-music another great song with a lot of depth. Good call.

@darthmoll499

2 жыл бұрын

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Y’all gonna love the Doobies. Some awesome musicians making awesome rock grooves.

Michael McDonald’s first solo album was the first CD I ever bought. In 1982! I still play it all the time. What a fool believes is a masterpiece of blue eyed soul.

The Doobie Brothers only Grammy's came from this one song. The song won both, Song of the Year, and Record of the Year in 1980.

If you want to hear more great falsetto, among the very best, then give Frankie Valli and the 4 Seasons a listen when you can, especially “Who Loves You”, December 63’ Oh What a Night, and many others from their long list of hits …

@JK_Clarke

2 жыл бұрын

Frankie Valli’s Four Seasons Falsetto : Dawn Go Away, Rag Doll, Got You Under My Skin !!!

@honorsilverthorne7227

2 жыл бұрын

Or Leo Sayer 💁

That voice is the incomparable Michael McDonald. They have sooo many great songs, but you should listen to his song, "I Keep Forgetting" It's just so beautiful.

So glad that you young folks are finding this moving and soulful music that molded my childhood. It was such a good hippie era full of love and peace. I feel so lucky to have been born in 1970. Gen X baby!

Rich Middlebrook had it exactly right. Thanks for explaining it to them.

Michael McDonald has more talent in his fingernail than most artists then and now….legendary

@theodoreritola9758

2 жыл бұрын

The song SLOW RIDE by The band FOG HAT from 1975 ,, A big Play list song for Driving on a long Road trip ,, Have fun to this 70s JAM

@Noelle0026

2 жыл бұрын

Michael is just amazing. His voice and he is an excellent musician as well.

Amber would love Black Water by the Doobie Brothers... If you decide to do it, choose the live version with 2.6 million views.

Honestly, one of the best songs I’ve ever heard. Absolutely flawless!

1979 Grammy winner Record of the year. This is still my all time favorite record. Michael Mcdonald and Kenny Loggins are doing the harmony vocals.

I was a senior in high school when Tommy Johnston left the band and they brought Michael McDonald into the mix. Their music took a major turn but, it was totally a great thing for music. Michael McDonalds voice and piano playing is unbelievable and he blended perfectly with that band.

Michael McDonald...One of the best rock vocalists EVER! I love their groove and everything about them! thx for sharing Rob Squad :)

Who doesn't love the Dubes as we called them back then. Especially when Michael McDonald came on board. His voice is incredible. Check out his single career and collaboration with other artists. I saw their farewell concert. Memory lane with you guys. Glad to share these amazing groups with you. Grooven in the living room. Canadian Grandma Lori. C.

The song came out in the height of the disco craze and everybody was jumping on board the disco craze.Groups like KISS("I Was Made for Loving You), The Rolling Stones ("Miss You") and Blondie ("Heart of Glass") were coming with songs that had disco beats to them. They were even releasing these songs on 12-inch singles that were remixed as longer versions for the DJs to play at the dance clubs.

Black Water after this for sure. But this one is my favorite with Michael.

He says..."She had a place in his life, he never made her think twice "... "what a fool believes, he sees."

Your child will be so lucky to have parents like you. Much 💘

This is my first time seeing this reaction. I first heard the Doobies in elementary and Jr. high. This came out in my senior year in high school. I realized the Doobies transitioned and matured. Unfortunately some fans did not.

The song is about “what a fool believes”. Not even a “wise man has the power to reason away”. This “fool” always had a thing for her. “She had a place in his life. She never made him think twice”. She apologizes because she doesn’t mean anything to him. While he images “what has yet to be created”.

@rickelliott9441

2 жыл бұрын

I always thought it was “He never made her think twice”. Great lyrics either way…

@sarahdixon1943

2 жыл бұрын

@@rickelliott9441 - He does say that ..

@sarahdixon1943

2 жыл бұрын

"He never made her think twice" ...

@daverhoden445

2 жыл бұрын

You got the sentiment right but it looks like you got some of your pronouns crossed.

"It Keeps You Runnin'" is probably my all-time favorite of theirs.

@davidcopson5800

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely agree. It's my favorite DBs song as well. In fact it's one of my all time fav songs by anyone.

@brovold72

2 жыл бұрын

@@davidcopson5800 Hell yeah, I love how it sorta fools you with the almost-corny sounding keyboard riff and totally reels you in from there.

@davidcopson5800

2 жыл бұрын

@@brovold72 You are so right. I think it was 1976 when I first heard it. It knocked me out. Brilliant song.

Classic.

I was 5 at this time this song reminds me of my grandmother who introduced us to our first poutine here in Montreal. Such strong memories. She passed away in 90 but I'll never forget the fun times we had. This song is so emotional for me.

Another one for Black Water and Taking It To The Streets.

"Black Water" is a great Southern anthem by the Doobie's - check that one out next. It's fun and upbeat!

The Doobie Brothers were amazing and Michael McDonalds voice is everything...so soulful!!

It's impossible not to like The Doobie Brothers. This is one of their classics! I like that you two enjoy listening to music together 👍

Black water is one of my favorites! Back then 70's no band wanted to sound like another, which is why there are so many different sounds. ROCK ON!! Jeff

My favorite Doobie Brothers song is "Minute By Minute". Before Michael joined them, they had several hits, but blew up when he got there. His solo career, and background vocals are everywhere.

The kind of song that INSTANTLY gets you. I bet listening to the playback in the studio the band knew they hit the jackpot.

The leader singer is Michael MacDonald. One of my favorite groups. Brings back so many good memories from my teenage years. Thanks for the trip down memory lane !

More Doobies!!! "Jesus Is Just Alright" and "Black Water" are fabulous. "Long Train Runnin' " and "Listen To The Music" are too.

The first lead singer was suffering health issues so he had to drop out of group. However they were still required to record another album or two, so one of the band members called up a friend that he worked with before and asked him to be the new lead singer and he could also write songs. Now with Michael McDonald as the new song writer/lead singer the band sounded much different than before. With both lead singers that had hits.

This song is so spiritual and other worldly. Pure love and brings chills. A revival!

Doobies are all good from start to finish.

A group with a similar, "genre-less" sound, really a sound that changed with time like this group did, is Steely Dan. Like the Doobie Brothers, their early seventies stuff is very different from their late seventies stuff. Late seventies songs from Steely Dan with a similar sound to this one, and thus maybe "genre-less' by today's standards, include the 1977 hits "Peg" and "Josie."

@jandunn3075

2 жыл бұрын

Walter Becker played with both steely Dan and Doobie Brothers. (my mistake was pointed out to me I meant to write Michael McDonald not Walter Becker)

@jacksonmorganfroghin4815

2 жыл бұрын

Michael McDonald joined up with Donald Fagen of Steely Dan to form a new group called The Dukes of September. You can read all about that in Fagens book, EMINENT HIPSTERS.

@group-music

2 жыл бұрын

Michael McDonald sang the chorus backing vocals on Steely Dan's "Peg".

@johnwoodworth9127

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah Steely Dan would be a great band for them listen to, that tends to not fit in any one genre.

@thechomiji

2 жыл бұрын

Steely Dan actually makes an interesting contrast in tone, though. I love both groups, but Steely Dan tends to be cynical and world-weary in tone, while the Doobie Brothers tend to be much more optimistic, even when things go sour, as in this song. I do think these guys should do some Steely Dan reactions. "Kid Charlemagne," based on a real-life crime story, might make a good reaction topic.

The go-to Doobie Brothers song for me is "Listen to the Music." It keeps me alive when my chronic depression is telling me that its not worth it and I should take the easy way out. That song has *never* let me down.

Disco all the way. Love Michael McDonald and the Doobie Brothers. All day, everyday.

Picture yourself in a pair of old-school rollerskates with 4 metal wheels under each foot or on an old bike back in the late 70's during the summer...this was THE perfect song to skate to or bike around during the summertime to. Definitely a GREAT song. GREAT band!