These were good times man. No auto-tune. Just solid talent.

Billy was also always the nicest, soft spoken, humble, and always the most talented person in the room. He used to say putting the tambourine on a track was to ‘sanctify’ it, as he always stayed close to his Gospel roots. We all have our demons we fight.

No frickin' auto tune or bullshit...this is entertainment and talent!!! RIP, Billy P.

One of the best to ever do it. This man was a MAJOR talent. Rest in peace King.

This man was a genius. Incredible piano player, fantastic vocals, fabulous writer, sense of humor, energy, humble guy... I adore him. Pity he left us too soon 😢

Nothing but JOY. I was fortunate to see Billy perform three times: As an opening act for Grand Funk, with George Harrison in 1974, and with the Rolling Stones in 1975. He was brilliant in all three capacities - so thankful for him.

God, can you imagine anyone doing this on American Idol? The man was so talented. Can't believe he's gone.

@revwahfair

3 жыл бұрын

The 5th Beatle. He played in the later albums and was live in The Abbey Road Rooftop Concert.

@coldstoli1

2 жыл бұрын

Great point. All that staged and carefully planned "spontaneity." Then you watch this. Fucking guy is cranking and singing without any computerized bullshit.

@perfectfan2006

Жыл бұрын

yes very sad was with him when he did the last shows with Clapton he was very sick we were all very concerned .. we love you bill always

@tulayamalavenapi4028

Жыл бұрын

@@perfectfan2006 happy new year! 2023! Billy went with George Harrison to the White House in 1974... 🥰🥳🎈🌟

@perfectfan2006

Жыл бұрын

@@tulayamalavenapi4028 right on think about them lots sick as he was he stole the show in l/a at the staples center blessings

I was fortunate enough to see Billy Preston with George Harrison in 74 at Detroit's Olympia Stadium. Awesome concert.

I was born in that era, the music was great. This Sunday I’ll be 77 years old and my heart will rock on the beach in Brigantine, New Jersey. Family and friends will eat, drink and listen to many Rock & Roll Bands, toes in the sand and my shaken body in my wheelchair.💃❤️✝️🇺🇸

Brilliant musician, singer, performer.. I am forever in awe of Billy Preston.

if I could wake up tomorrow and play the piano like anyone 100% Billy Preston. My lord. Incredible.

Saw Billy Preston as the opening act for Carol King at the Greek and he blew everyone’s mind! Stole the show.

honestly this type of performance could inspire *anyone* to be a musician. Billy and his group really loved what they were doing and you can see that here.

@THEJ0KER0815

2 жыл бұрын

and he loved the cocain.

Billy Preston brings happiness to people like it's nobody's business

I love how good he sounds live

100% pure talent. ❤👍

Mr. Billy Preston...a brilliant artist, classicly trained and kicks ass in Rock Soul and Funk by sheer talent from a higher power. his songs just make me wanna smile...just look at him, he's smiling and having a awsome time, pure fun for him...effortless fun

The GREAT Billy Preston, NEVER to be duplicated. We miss you soooooo much!! Love, Light & Positive vibrations forever~❤🕯☮🙏🏽❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

Billy and I grew up in the same part of Los Angeles, although I am 30 years younger. And as a huge Beatles fan, I always admired him. The most talented of the "fifth Beatles" :) (Sutcliffe, Martin, Best, etc.)

Très frais, très joyeux, très swing bref après 45 ans c'est devenu un grand standard.

man this guy is so charming

Love you Billy Preston may you make sweet music in Heaven!🙏💝

Wow. I had such a crush on him when I was a teenager. That voice, that hair! He was just the epitome of cool.

I love how encouraging he was to his band member. Made my day again, Billy. RIP

Billy, I admire you! Your voice, your talent with the piano, and your songs, specially "my sweet Lord" thanks. I would like to know you

I had the privilege of meeting Billy at a Beatlefest so humble it was amazing I was the one who was humble. Left us way too early

Now that is some FUNKY stuff....nice one Billy!

Love's me some Billy man!!! Great guy and great chops. I give anything to play one tune with him! RIP buddy...see ya soon.

I was 11 years old in 1974 listening to this song on 77 WABC in New York.

@Michael-no6jw

Ай бұрын

I listened with Tony Pigg,wplj,NYC

I'm a soldier in the war on poverty!

this was one of my 1st r&b tracks that caught my attention way back in 1974, aged 12. Still is a favorite of mine. RIP Billy!

@revwahfair

3 жыл бұрын

Saw him live in 74 with George Harrison. Billy Preston was good enough to back George and he did all his hits.

I love how fast this version is. Right on the cusp.

Thanks Billy for bringing music to life for me !! Still makes me go Wow !!

PURE GENIUS!!! May God Bless your soul Mr. Billy Preston! ❤️🙏🏽💎🎶💕🌺

Damn what a badass band nothing but the best of backup Billy Preston that's for sure

Brought me back so many good memories saw him many times the positive energy and charisma RIP Billy thanks for making me smile and honestly you couldn't not dance

@tulayamalavenapi4028

Жыл бұрын

Hare Krishna! 🥳🎈🌟🎈🥳 Happy new year 2023!

@janetcallanan7020

Жыл бұрын

@@tulayamalavenapi4028 thank you In Terra Pax Hominibus Bonae Voluntatis 🕊

Dang sounded just as good as in the 70's.love ya Billy.

Classic 👍🤗

u rock! ... U can't be more respected by me! luv to ya!... u can b my hero! ty for awesome music!

Grandioso!

Billy is jammin' in heaven!

One of the best!!

ALL I CAN SAY IS THANK YOU MAC MILLER FOR THIS COVER AS THIS MAN BILLY PRESON IS PURE JOY!!! CAN SEE WHY YOU COVERED THIS MANS MUSIC!!

@Youtubehandle579

Жыл бұрын

Totally.

He was a legend in his own time. All his music is timeless!!! Boy it so fits in with the times right now!!!

Brilliant lyrics too. Simple & deep.

LOVE IT, LOVE IT, RIP BILLY

Oh man, I love you! You make me happy even when I am sad.

Great song.

this song always keeps me in good mood

Such a beautiful and alive artist!! : )

This guy is contagious!

Love ya Billy RIP. You definitely had somethin brother. Peace and prayers to the family.

These guys are having a goodtime playing that for sure. Love that funky stuff !!!

this is a great song, i love it

One of my very favorite performers ever!!!!!!!

Billy Preston has been my idol forever!

JUST PURE GOD GIVEN TALENT, SADLY LACKING TODAY

Billy Preston, nació genio. Qué tema más maravilloso y qué ritmo. Me encanta.

you hear his gospel background when you listen to him talk. (for those of you who know about that traditional baptist church). cool

I agree and the lyrics are excellent "I'm not trying to be your hero 'cause that zero is too cold for me."

qué época maravillosa cuando la música era preciosa

This is my favorite song of all time. Why isn't billy preston in the rock and roll hall of fame yet?

@JAMESMOM1989

23 күн бұрын

This is a good thing. My family went out to dinner at Sizzler in (MARIN, CALIFORNIA). SPACE RACE COME ON. THEY GUY AT THE NEXT TABLE AND I WERE JAMMING. MY MOM DIDN'T KNOW I KNEW. R.I.P. BILLY. Have my son on old school music.

Grandiosa rola y grandioso Músico!!!!!!! De mi juventud en los 70´s WOw!!!! que recuerdos!!!! Por algo The Beatles le llamaron para participar con ellos en las grabaciones del Let it Be, y por algo The Rolling Stones lo llamaban para acompañarlos en sus giras, que Dios te bendiga, Billy!!!!!!!!!

IT;S AN HONOR TO watch mr;Billy preston.one of the reasons i became a keyboardist..AWSOME

@hinnelein1

6 жыл бұрын

Herbert Hofmann III Amen!

This is GOLD AND PRICELESS! 😀😀

this is pure GROOVE !!!

Sept. 2: Happy birthday Mr Billy Preston. (1946-2006) Thank you and God bless. R.I.P.

@debbiedickerson2315

5 жыл бұрын

MR. PRESTON HAPPY BIRTHDAY IN HEAVEN. YOUR MUSIC LIVES ON.

This dude was so awesome!!

heard this song on my drive to ottawa. had to shazam it! great tune, billy preston has a new fan in me. cant wait to look more into his work

My teenager loves this Song!!!

This bring so much delight to my soul. Thank you

Dang ! Bring it Brother !!!

The real fifth Beatle. What a talent.

the funk and soul just flows through

cool that funky yes makes you feel happy, remind happyness - party!!!!

Oh man, I love you! You make me happy even when I am sad. I hope there is an afterlife, because I would like to meet you one day.

He was the best and it...does hurt...when people like Mr. Preston is taken away. I know we will all miss him. But like he said: "nothing from nothing" right, my soul hurts.

Along with "Then Came You" by Dionne Warwick & The Spinners, this song took the furthest jump from the Billboard Hot 100's #1 position. After a single week at #1, it went directly to #15, & is one of the 9 songs to leave the Hot 100's top-10 directly after being at #1.

He sounds good live

@zakiaelmaaloumi7696

8 жыл бұрын

the best singer of hears 70

Fue un gran éxito en el año de 1970 excelente tema.

This was the best performance by any band anywhere in the world for the year 1981. You can Wiki that

What a great lesson for the young people who want something without putting something in. Listen people. You get out according to what you put in -- over time.

this don't get you going, nothing will! solid as a rock.

PURE GENIUS!!!!!!!!

they don't come any funkier than bad ass Billy

@Admin-py1fl

3 жыл бұрын

I love Billy

Such a good Music hes a Talent. Musik from today is a pain to hear 😞

Красавец! Заводной! Любимец публики! ❤❤❤

I saw him with the stones in Ft. Collins 1975. He played keys for them and did a couple of his hits. Another person also played piano at that show, some guy called "Reg from Watford." Mick never said his stage name, but I had met him a year before and recognized him.

fantastico !!!! saludos desde veenzuela

Saw him play keyboards for Eric Clapton in 2001. Amazing!

Billy for ever!

Can see why the Beatles and the Stones and so many other rock starts looked up to him

Great song 👍🏼

What a Master..He even has the Germans rockin' to the funk.

Cuando las. Cosas mevan mal pongo este tema y meabre una sonrisa. Fenquiu

God’s Blessings ❤🙏🇺🇸. Truly gods blessings on the blessed man Billy Preston ❤

Liked B.Preston since I was a little girl.. Thanks a lot for the upload😎

thank you for this video....never knew who sang this song from my childhood days.....now i know.....bless the good old days...no Dj are superstars....who wudda thought

The last Beatle... excelent.

I Love this song since i heard it in the Movie "Be kind rewind"