The human voice is the most beautiful instrument. It truly is connected to the heart. The Real Group is outstanding.

I never heard and never will hear anything like this ever again. there is so much musical detail in this one. the sadness of beauty is expressed musically and lyrically to its fullest. what an outstanding performance.

The arranger's harmonic imagination is sensational. And so is the group's tuning. Those complex chords and suspensions are just thrilling when sung by these musical perfectionists. Unreal!

@pedrosoares2253

8 ай бұрын

Right?? I mean, what is that levitating sensation that 1:16 chord gives me?

@fredericjeanmougin3399

7 ай бұрын

​@@pedrosoares2253 Not the more complex of the song (in my opinion) but yes beautiful. I think about a Dm 9 11 : D F C E G (leave a 10th between D and F).

@pedrosoares2253

7 ай бұрын

Hey, thanks mate! Well , maybe it's not the most complex but sure is the one that brings the most complex 'nasty face' from me... Uff!

This group came to my college during my freshman year at Goshen College. I was blown away because #1- the acoustics in the college were outstanding, especially since it was a relatively small college, and #2- how their voices ringed off of the walls of the halls when they sang was breathtaking. So mesmerizing!

May 21, 2020 I still come here from time to time, just to hear this soothing and magnificent interpretation. Thank you TheRealGroup

@GjaP_242

2 жыл бұрын

2:25

@GjaP_242

2 жыл бұрын

'There is reliable information that - most of the time - almost no one gets lost on the way back.'

@maiamesta

2 жыл бұрын

same here

@SusannaHopkinsWalther

4 ай бұрын

Again and again - hauntingly beauuutiful! 🙌🏼

This version of the song is purely amazing! While most versions are cheap covers, and somebody taking too much artistic license with the original, you've actually managed to add to the song, without taking anything away from it, as well as nailing the true emotion behind it. Absolutely beautiful!

@livergen

Жыл бұрын

So very true and well stated Jason, I was looking for a rendition of this beautiful standard to play lead guitar to, Something with true emotion and depth of soul, yet pure and innocent. This was breathtaking, and from watching & studying the faces from honored guests that were in attendance for this, the tears began to flow. I knew I had found the perfect piece to play along with quietly in the background. Absolutely beautiful as you stated, and timeless as a whisper in the wind....

@user-kn6tg3te6p

Жыл бұрын

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@HM55-77

Жыл бұрын

Very good comment !!

I love this song. Sometimes that makes me cry... From France!

Now that is what I call acapella at its best!

Just saw them last night in Jenison. They are sooo amazing. When they sang, the entire room was silent. You could see little kids, staring with awe. You could see old men and women crying as they listened. It was beautiful. I can't believe I was lucky enough to see them.

My son loved this song and definitely understood the higher law of love. Beautiful harmonies. Nat King Cole made it classic jazz back when.

@waynedeaton

6 жыл бұрын

Jessie Eleanor bless your son and nkc

It is fantastic, it's the best what I've heard from decades. THANK YOU !

Lyric There was a boy A very strange, enchanted boy They say he wandered very far Very far, over land and sea A little shy and sad of eye But very wise was he And then one day One magic day he passed my way While we spoke of many things Fools and Kings This he said to me: "The greatest thing you'll ever learn Is just to love and be loved in return" "The greatest thing you'll ever learn Is just to love and be loved in return"

@sitarnut

Жыл бұрын

Do you know that it was written for Nat Cole by Eban Ahbez.. his is quite a story.

I've been coming back to this regularly since 2015. Angelic work!

Had no other choice than to clap aloud, sitting alone in my bedroom = ) Flawless work!

@sitarnut

3 жыл бұрын

So happy you shared that.. me too, but in the kitchen reaching for the Kleenex.

It's just Wow! It's beyond, it's unreal 😍 it's magic, it's so beautifully performed!

Simply Beautiful. Nat King Cole would be proud to hear this arrangement.

Found this to be one of my favorites.

I can't believe 8 years have gone by. This rendition of the song still hits just as hard .

This is nearly 10 years old but loving it more every time I listen to it.

This must be the twentieth time I see this. I am still moved beyond belief. The middle part is incredible.

@michaelmiller1215

6 жыл бұрын

Sveinung Marvik I agree

This is exquisite. The black lead singer female voice is so well received. She favors the black actress and singer Lonette Mckee as to be like sisters. They don't need to be in a small pub doing this. They need to be in opera houses, because they are absolutely wonderful. What a divinely timeless and haunting melody that shall forever be ageless without flaw. ALL HAILS FROM THE MIDDLE EAST.

Just THANK YOU Real Group for being and singing and sharing it!

@pstrbn

10 жыл бұрын

Maaan.

Music at its best

Wow, shiver me timbers!

Love this music and this is the best interpretation EVER !

Wow... This take on a standard is exceptional... Very finely crafted.

Lovely arrangement. Exquisite Harmony and Perfect vocal execution!!

Amazing!

Hauntingly beautiful rendition of a classic song! Reflect...meditate... and appreciate ..what authentic love is: UNCONDITIONAL!

There are words for me.....but this song touched my very core of thoughts and emotions - majestic work of art

How could the audience experience this live without crying their eyes out? Incredibly beautiful arrangement and performance! ❤️

@MrDanamp

5 жыл бұрын

Ha! I made the same comment somewhere in these comments. (Or, since the audience are dear friends and family of the singers, they may have heard it enough times and been immune to feelings... I don't know, though, I've listened to this numerous times and gotten goose pimples and tears in my eyes every time!)

@lwcarr3879

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, I'd be afraid of ruining the recording with the sounds of my reaction!

Wonderful, wonderful!.. from an Australian in London :-)

Incredible! It made me cry...

This is my favorite vocal group, since the absence of Singers Unlimited. I have many of TRG's cds and I've witnessed the personnel change through the years, but the quality and absolute perfection of singing the song is still top drawer. This group nails it .... really!!!

This is a great version of this song. It was written by a "proto hippie" who lived under the "Hollywood" sign up in the hills of Griffith Park here in Los Angeles with his family. Hauntingly beautiful, short and sweet. I love Nat King Cole's version, I'm singing it tomorrow and hope to do it justice, it's just a wonderful melody and sentiment.

ネイチャーボーイで初めて鳥肌立ちました、素晴らしいです

MY GOD THE MUSICALITY OF IT ALL

Just to Love and be Loved in Return. Oh, my, my, my, my...

is one of my favourite songs. Not only the music is exquisite but also the b&w camera works are excellent. Thanks for this HQ video.

Truly magnificent. I absolutely adore the group's harmony . I've followed Emma's wonderful voice ever since Her and Laid's contribution to the Hed Kandi cd.

Brilliant. I always knew the Swedes were marvelously musical. Here, once again, is proof. Thank you :-)

words cant tell what music just did thank you

This is wonderful art. . . the best rendition of this difficult song I've ever heard!

Tack så mycket för musiken!

Beautiful. Simply beautiful.

Beautiful. Thank You.

@Pureheart_gentlesoul

2 жыл бұрын

Hello Debra..

Well that twisted me up... damn.

Always loved this song and this version took my breath away!

Absolutely AMAZING :)

The best version of this song that I've heard. Beautiful falsetto singing by Anders.

That middle part - DANG!!! Such great writing.

В бурном потоке музыки случайно наткнулся на The Real Group. Необыкновенное изящество, стиль и высокое академическое мастерство исполнения! Эталон аранжировки и музыкального строя. Одним словом: Швеция - сделано с умом!

I first learned this song in the late 50 and thought no one could sing it as good as Nat King Cole. Boy was I wrong! This rendition is beautiful!!! Thanks for sharing. Take Care, Dave

@christer8964

Жыл бұрын

Don't forget that Nat Cole was also an amazing playful piano player.

@daveelmer

Жыл бұрын

@@christer8964 thanks for the comment. He, Mr. Cole never thought he was much of a singer. Boy was he wrong. Take Care, Dave

@daveelmer

Жыл бұрын

Yes you’re right, he played a really good piano!!!

@christer8964

Жыл бұрын

@@daveelmer I think the voice came more or less naturally, but reaching that level on the piano and create your own style take you a lifetime in dedication. Take care, Christer

@daveelmer

Жыл бұрын

@@christer8964 yup you’re right. He has always been one of my favorite performers!!!!

That audience is so stoic! I would have had tears running down my face!!

@MrDanamp

5 жыл бұрын

I'll reply to my own statement: Could it be that they don't speak English?

@GathaFlora

4 жыл бұрын

It is their family

Singing their Nature Boy of The Real Gloup, great.

greatest song with the greatest group, who could ask for anything more?

Absolutely amazing!. It takes years to do something like this. Congratulations!

Beautiful! The Harmony's are Excellent. The tone. The Movement of the Song. ACAPELLA... BRAVO!

absolutely awesome!

Simply breath taking.

@lyricjay1

Жыл бұрын

They continue to do the same for me. I have sung jazz harmonies for years, and this group-even with personnel change, remains at the top of my list!

fantastic rendition of one of my favourite songs

WOW!!! Klasse Das ist UNGLAUBLICH!!! Hab es mehr als 10 mal angehört! WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Fantastic!

straight to the heart and soul....thank you

Real Group-du blåste oss undan ikväll i Ottawa. Brilliant - thank you. Lysande - tack.*

Outstanding!

A truly moving rendition. Thank you.

this is a completely brilliant, wonderful and exquisite arrangement beautifully sung. Thankyou !

It's obviously for the whole, but for me is that 1:16 harmony that sends me off the roof... uuuff 🥲

Perfection. Audial, visual, emotional. Speachless. Thank you TRG!

Chills, this is the best cover of this song I have ever heard ...and maybe the most moving Acapella piece ever to grace my ears as well. Amazing arrangement 🙌🏼

This makes me miss singing in an ensemble... ♥

Beautiful ensemble, thanks.

Oh my goodness, it's been a long time since my heart found its way into The teardrops of my eyes. I was simply looking for a rendition of this beautiful standard to play lead guitar with, I always choose music with emotion and depth to play along with, this just added teardrops to my fretboard as I play from my bone marrow of life. Thank you for your wonderful gift, I can only imagine being in this small gathering as an honored attendee, I would be the one with a lowered head in my hands.

Real Goosebumps I tell ya.

simply amazing!

ABSOLUTELY MAGNIFICENT!!! can never get enough of this song

I had chills. SO WELL DONE!

Wow!!!!! Stunning... brought tears to my eyes... thank you!!!

@Pureheart_gentlesoul

2 жыл бұрын

Hello Gill..

I have always come back to this song when I need a reminder that talent and pure musicality is important.

This is stunning - a real gem.

Superb all the way around!

Wonderful. Thank you for making this available...

So beautiful! Can't stop listening...

Just beautiful!

The start of this tune...the simple words there was a boy is so well performed that I listen to it almost once a month.

Excellently done. Thank you.

really wonderful - their voices - the blend/arrangement

Just beautiful.

Wonderful 😍 I love it.

Bravooo congratulans perfect!!!

Beautiful!

Just perfect like all your performances. I hope to see you live one day. God bless you all.

.....Beautiful harmony, thank you.

I love this... They sing so beautifully!!

Wow. Many thanks

...this is where the word "Eargasmic" suits perfectly...

It's always difficult to hear applause after such exquisite musical moments.

Such a beautiful interpretation!

WONDERFUL!