"Blue Eye Soul" for ever!

Who'd ever thought the Righteous Brothers would still.be breaking hearts in the year 2023............... Incredible talent.......

Remember these are their real voices, no vodaphone or anything.

These are pure artistes, knew their stuff , boy they unbeatable!! believe me there is no comparison to these guys!

100% agree with your mom’s memories and your reactions, a much more civil and elegant time.

Teary eyed daughter, welcome to the wonderful 60s; beautiful mother, keep feeding your girl with the good stuff!

@generationgapreacts

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That’s a beautiful thing to say. Thank you so much!!! 🥰

@generationgapreacts

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Wonderful experience for both of us so far!

I was born in '53. But I guess I am a hopeless romantic. I guess the way I was brought up, that you were to grow up get married and raise a family! I have been told the world ain't!ike that anymore! Well, I never follow the crowd and I'm happy with that!😉

Remember listening to this song while serving in Vietnam.

Even the 80s people took pride in how they looked

Mother and daughter are beautiful women!

As a 75 yr. old male watching you both experience the Righteous Bros. you bring back wonderful memories. Working every day after school & Sat. at the super market at 14 to buy my 1st car (1957 Chev. 2-dr. Bel Aire). meeting girls from other schools at the community dance on Sat. night. There was a lot of "slow" dancing & "dirty" dancing with the lights down low. The girls wore dresses & the boys wore a sport coat & tie. I wore my hair exactly like Bobby's. It was a very romantic time & boys back then felt that way too!. I must admit reliving this puts a tear in my eye.

@generationgapreacts

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Wow Duane, those are amazing memories. Sounds like I would have really enjoyed growing up in those times. We’re happy that our videos help bring back some of those memories for you. Community dances sound like a fun way to dance and meet people! Wish I had things like that 🙂

@generationgapreacts

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BTW Duane, I think it’s amazing that you worked every day plus Saturdays to save your money for a beautiful first car. Great character, work ethic and pride!!! I don’t know of any 14 year old that does that now. 😃

@duanelavely5481

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@@generationgapreacts The 60's were a great era. In Texas you could get your driver's license at 14 if you took driver's ed. A typical date to the movies included being grilled by the girl's father, reservations at a nice restaurant (white table cloth & all), drive downtown to 1 of 3 movie theaters, & get your date home by midnight. We would sit in the balcony so we could make out. Mix in stopping at the "in" drive-in hamburger joint, stoplight drag racing, and going to drive-in movies and it was well worth working after school. I mentioned that the girls wore dresses but left out that they wore stockings & heels! By the time I was 20, I was married & serving in Vietnam during the Tet Offensive.

@generationgapreacts

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@@duanelavely5481 I had no idea you could drive at 14. I’m sure you looked great in your car with you girlfriend sitting next to you. It sounds like you had a wonderful life as a teenager, until you went to Vietnam. What a contrast. I had a military father who served in the Korean War, so I understand the sacrifices you had to me.

@duanelavely5481

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@@generationgapreacts In Texas in the 60's, law enforcement HAD to stop you to write a speeding ticket. They couldn't take down your license plate no. & mail one to you. The question then became whether or not you could out run the law. However, it could also work the other way. A lot of "Yes sir & No sir" could get you a long way. I was pulled over one night & the Office said that he had clocked me at over 100 mph before I slowed down & he caught up. I didn't know he was behind me. We got to talking & he wrote me up for 40 mph in a 30 mph zone. My mother told me to always be nice & polite to the police. By the 70's they had changed the law!

I love how Mom reaches out to her baby girl when she can tell she's getting emotional. Very sweet.

@generationgapreacts

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Hi Daniel, aww… thank you for noticing! 😃

Blue Eyed Soul....the greatest.

One of the best concerts I ever saw.

And as good, or great, as these two were back in the day they were not considered to be anything special. We were so spoilt for talent back then, we just didn't realise it. But in the 21st century we sure know now just how how special those days were !

The Brothers buried the needle on this one. My personal favorite of theirs. Daughter, I do believe you were swept off your feet. This song can do that. Thank you ladies as always for the reaction. 🙏☮❤

@generationgapreacts

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Very swept off my feet! Thank you for watching ☺️

Another awesome song from this amazing duo

The truly great musicians understand "dynamics" --- build up and ease back and build to a higher crescendo and taking you along with them.

@generationgapreacts

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We’ll said Ralph! 😃

I love how the daughter (sorry didn't catch the name) looks so profoundly moved by the song and every song each time. Finding out about great music always makes her so excited it's entrancing. The mom (sorry didn't catch her name as well) is more subdued and that's cool too!

I remember in the mid ‘60’s and early ‘70’s, my parents taking me and my siblings to broadway shows, and we were dressed to the nines.

@generationgapreacts

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Sounds like wonderful experiences! I do love and appreciate the attire from that time

@StevenW1958

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@@generationgapreacts my Father was a holocaust survivor, and old school European and my Mother was first generation American born. They were very much into proper etiquette, whether at the dinner table to when I started dating. Remember, I was only around 10 years old when my parents took us all to the Broadway shows in NYC.

When you combine a wonderful bass/baritone with a counter/tenor of Bobby's caliper and back that with a wall of sound (thanks to Phil Spector) this beautiful soul grabbing song is what touches and embraces you. You two are very lovely ladies...glad to introduce the daughter to these magical songs by the Righteous Brothers...

@julien.4617

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They had left Spector by this time. Thank Bill Medley for the background sound.

This is what real singers sound like.

Great reaction to this classic hit. And I'm amazed at how emotional daughter gets at the lyrics of the song. Most reactors get sentimental when hearing songs but not you, it's as if you feel the singer and the song are both talking to you. And that's a good nay it's a great thing you have there. Nowadays people seem to not appreciate words either spoken or sung. Let alone written as nobody writes letters anymore, and i feel that is the reason why love has become shallow in this day and age. This song connects to a lot of people back then because people would write letters to family or loved ones and in the letters one can feel the outpouring of one's heart. Plus it felt or feels more exciting to receive a letter or a love letter. Ahhh how simple life was back then, I'm just glad that a lot of reactors are young and tired of the current songs of today. They have begun to appreciate the music of yesteryear and have a deeper understanding of how their parents, grandparents, uncles and aunts lived. It's always refreshing to see mom live her life thru the music you both have listened to and how open both of you are to each other's music. This is a great journey you and your mom are on. Keep it up guys.

@user-gt2uf8cq9y

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Their other bi hit is also an emotional journey: "Rock and Roll Heaven".

Real music real talent I grew up in the 50's and 60's and there will never be this kind of music again

Maybe it is time for some Roy Orbison... Perhaps his song "Walk On". Fortunately, you can't go wrong with Roy.

When Baby Gap talked of feeling gypped at missing out on the 60's music scene, it reminded me of a funny comment that I read appended to an oldies song. This young person said, "It's not fair! My grandparents got this and I got Cardi B!"

I agree with your perception about what is missing today from the dating scene. The music, the dancing, the respect for one another, dressing in your finest when going out. Our society/culture today doesn’t have much of that.

A masterpiece going back to 1966,I believe. Bill and Bobby, Bill is the tall lean one, Bobby is the smaller one. Bill had the powerful baritone and Bobby was the tenor/ falsetto,their voices were so different yet they blended so beautifully. You should react to Dream On & The White Cliffs Of Dover.These gentlemen were admired the world over.Well done.

Try the song "Rock n Roll Heaven they did in the 70's. It was a great song from the duet about singers who had passed on.

To really see the difference in their voices,you need to listen to You'll never walk alone from the Ed Sullivan show

@generationgapreacts

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Hi Colette, I’ll definitely check it out. Thank you for the suggestion. 😊

Blue eyed 👀 soul 💙

In the early days even way back as early as the thirties you had clubs that were called supper clubs. You could eat, drink and dance while listening to big bands and later groups.

Wonderful song .. So powerful and melodic .. Love it ! .. And on the subject you discussed of people getting dressed up and taking pride in their appearance, I would like to say that the 2 of you always look terrific ! .. You're both great looking women, and when you also clearly put an effort into what you wear in these vids, it just takes you to even higher levels .. As well as the great music and analysis, it's a joy to see you both in every new reaction.

@generationgapreacts

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Hello Wayne!!! I’m honestly all choked up and almost in tears. What a beautiful compliment. Thank you so much!!! 🥰

@generationgapreacts

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Thank you Wayne! We really enjoy dressing up for these videos and coordinating our outfits. Mom has all her lovely jewelry too which she really enjoys matching with her pretty tops. She has always dressed nice and that passed down on me. I would have loved to experience the attire of the 60s and 70s though!

@wayne_twentyfive

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@@generationgapreacts Yes, after the first couple of vids, I could see that it was more than just an occasional thing that you both dressed so nicely and were so well co-ordinated together .. You have a lot to thank your mother for : Great genetics, fashion sense, and a wonderful love and appreciation of music .. It's beautiful to see the relationship you 2 have .. It has fun, understanding, and clearly love .. You're both very lucky !

@generationgapreacts

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@@wayne_twentyfive Thank you Wayne! 😊

You're My Soul And Inspiration went to #1 on the charts in 1966. The Righteous Brothers were really on a roll in the mid-60's. With this song, you've now reacted to their 3 most famous songs. However, that's not the end of their great catalog of music. Other songs of theirs definitely worth checking out are Ebb Tide, For Once In My Life, Rock And Roll Heaven, and Bill Medley's duet with Jennifer Warnes, I've Had The Time Of My Life from the movie Dirty Dancing.

You guys are listening to some kick ass music! Also I really love the way you match your colors 😁

WOW another great song. I really enjoy seeing both of your reactions.

@generationgapreacts

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Thank you!

I’m old enough to remember them on local programs like “The Lloyd Thaxton show” a musical show for teenagers in L.A. we would rush home to watch. There’s a really fun song they performed that’s called “Little Latin Lupe Lu” where’s there’s a lot of the dances of that period. kzread.info/dash/bejne/npiKqKVppLOoodo.html

One of my favorites, and for me their best song.

They gained their name when an African-American Marine shouted out "That was righteous, brothers" at the end of a show.

Oh these guys will never disappoint you in what you hear them sing. I was in high when they came out in 1964. As a teenager we went crazy with them. Their voices were incredible. White soul music!!! RIP Bobby! We miss your beautful voice! 💖

In 1965, my high school sweetheart & love of my life Sharon & I saw the Righteous Brothers in San Diego at the Community Concourse. They were AMAZING. Tuxedos & orchestra. One of the best nights of our lives. Yes, we are together!👍👍👍

Please keep in mind there was a war going on. Young men were being drafted. There was always a chance they would never make it home from Vietnam. I think that is responsible for a lot of the more romantic music. The Righteous Brothers were my first concert nearly 60 years ago. Loved them then. Love them now.❤️

A blend that maybe God will let us hear it in heaven.

All I have are chills all on my body ❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥. Loved these guys since the 60s

Yeah when Bobby starts talking it gets to you

You know they are good singers when they move you to cry....

Look up “I love you for sentimental reasons “ by the Righteous Brothers. It’s Bobby singing solo. It’s really nice.

I love watching the younger generations react to these guys and the Bee Gees. Most of them can't believe the vocal range. Love your reactions.

2 to check from these guys. Just Once in my life with both Bobby and Bill, and Bill on his own See that Girl

Another dou of singer's that I have not seen anyone react to is Jan and Dean. The song dead man's curve was released in December of 1963. Ironically in 1966 Jan Berry suffered brain damage from an auto accident on Whittier Boulevard in Los Angeles.There is a 1978 movie called Dead man's curve that is about their rise and what happens after Jan's accident. The movie depicts that Jan was speeding down the road and loses control then slams into a semi trailer. In the movie he is upset after hearing that he can't get out of being drafted into the army. At least that is the way I remembered it.

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I believe you'd like the duet with Bill Medley and Jennifer Warnes singing ( 'I've Had') ' The Time of my life '.

Thanks again. I love that song, and I knew you would also. I am amazed by the Bros voices also, and because they both have such prominent parts in this song I particularly love this one. Great reaction.

@generationgapreacts

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Yes that’s right! Prominent parts then the harmonies. Amazing

I grew up in the 60s, and I loved it! During the day you were never in the house (unless it was raining) you played out side until the street lights came on. That was your signal to go home for dinner.

I grew up then. Suit and tie was being adult back then like my parents. Hippie clothing started around 67. And 71 up jeans and tee-shirt. But best music was back then. Try Young Rascals: Grooving.

At the start this is a good example of Phil Spector's "Wall of Sound", a producer's formula when recording. There's a whole list of Bands that used Phil as their producer.

@Aurora-tp3dy

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This is their first record after they left Spector

Listen, you need to go down a few rabbit holes. Linda Rondstat, Garth Brooks, ELO, REM , Cranberries.... so many. Bob Seger is a must.

Ok ladies Amy Lee “Speak to Me” is a perfect song for you to react to

Love it !! This was "our" song in 1967 !! I still love and miss her !! Tear up everytime I hear it !! Keep it up !!

Decades after their peak popularity, I'm glad to see that people are discovering the Righteous Brothers. In the world there is two-part harmony, then there are Bobby Hatfield and Bill Medley. The Everly Brothers were also in that class, but no one else.

Wow, what a great, healthy discussion. Graduated from High School in 1962. Righteous Brothers were my favorite music. Good job ladies.

It is both remarkable and understandable that women of all cultures have similar reactions to first experiencing the Righteous Brothers. Even today, almost 60 years later. It is great to watch Generation Gap Reacts.

I think we're up to 5 generations of women have gone gooey over this pair of singers. That's something not many can claim.

This song was called a Belt Buckle polisher because the dancers held so close to each other that the guys buckle got a new shine, every time.

Bill Medley had a great baritone voice, and he could control it with precision. Bobby's high tenor and falsetto voice were also amazing! Bobby's voice is really showcased in the song "Unchained Melody". They were the originators of what was known as "Blue-Eyed Soul". They captured the hearts and souls of people of all races. In fact, they got their name from a black guy in the audience at one of the performances when he stood up and yelled "that's righteous brother"! The name stuck and the rest as they say is history! Great reaction video again you two. So sincere in your evaluations. Love it!

@generationgapreacts

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That’s a great story of how they got their name! I’m glad it stuck, it’s such a memorable name now. I love blue eyed soul!!

@julien.4617

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Bobby did not sing falsetto. His voice is all natural. At no time are his high notes forced.

“The Righteous Brothers” are considered by most to be the Greatest Male Vocal Duo Of All Time. I agree. Between Bill Medley’s Lows and Bobby Hatfield’s Highs they can hit every note on a piano. No other male singers can do that. Legendary. “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feelin’’ was the most played song on radio in the 20th Century "Unchained Melody" - Bobby Hatfield Live 1965 Andy Williams Show (with his mother sitting right behind him) Considered by most as The Greatest Live Male Vocal Performance In History... I agree. Bobby’s use of “Runs” is masterful. He created the style and set the table that all others have fed off of for decades. 7 notes just to say the word “I” is melodic brilliance. Their name came from doing a show near a marine base in So Calif and a black marine said to them…. You two guys are Righteous Brothers. In 1983, in Newport Beach O.C. Calif. Bill and Bobby at the Jolly Roger Restaurant . I was 13 feet away for... "Unchained Melody"- "You've Lost That Lovin Feeling" - "Soul And Inspiration".... They were perfect, awesome, amazing, incredible......

I know I have everyone of their albums with the exception of one. I've been told they released a Christmas album in mid 60s and can't locate one. Anyway they truly complimented each other and gave us some beautiful music

@generationgapreacts

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The hunt for their Christmas album begins! They are truly special artists

@dennisprice2603

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Phil spector ,who produced the early righteous bros. Did made a Christmas album with many of his acts .including the righteous bros.maybe it's this album

@fredmarinovich5477

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@@dennisprice2603 you know…you might be right, and that’s suppose to be a good one..thanks

@dennisprice2603

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I have just checked the Phil spector Christmas album.but the Righteous bros are not on it, the only Christmas album I can find is by Bill Medley called Christmas memories, but was released in 1996.

I'm a Boomer and I remember those 1960's beautiful songs from the Righteous Brothers, Tom Jones, The Temptations, Supremes, the rest of the Motown groups. Ronettes, Crystals, etc. and both men and women did fall in love because of these songs. It wasn't a fantasy then because wanted to be lovers like in the songs We went to nice clubs to hear good groups and not the concerts of today. Music and clothing styles lost their class and started going to the dogs with Rap, Heavy Metal, Punk, etc. The poor New Millennium kids have nothing like we did and my heart goes out to them.

Yes Ladies, you have just been hit by The Righteous Brothers' "Thunder & Lightning!!!" Bill Medley (Deep Baritone voice) is "Thunder" and Bobby Hatfield (R.I.P.) (High Tenor voice) is "Lightning." They sing amazing individually and as a dynamic duo...Their voices just go perfectly together like "Peanut Butter & Jelly," "Macaroni & Cheese," "Fish & Chips," "Burgers & Fries," "Biscuits & Gravy," "Corned Beef & Cabbage," "Shrimp & Grits," "Rice & Beans," "Chips & Salsa," "Cake & Ice Cream," "Milk & Cookies, "Coffee & Donuts," etc. You get the picture and it's easy to see why they are considered to be one of the greatest duos of all time...Hands down!!! Mic-Drop!!! 🎤

@generationgapreacts

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Very well said!!! And now you’re making me hungry. 😊💜

I don't know your names, but daughter, you look a lot like your grandma. Same face. Great reaction.

I have always enjoyed the Righteous Brothers, they are remarkable they both have such great voices. They work so well together to make these beautiful songs. Love your reactions!!! A great sound out there is sung by the group Home Free an Acapella group that makes their own music he song is ...When a Man Loves a Woman. I'm sure you would enjoy it, you get it in the heart.

The Dynamic Duo knocked it out of the park! Huge fan of them since the start in 64. Tough choice but this may be my favorite.

There has not been a male duo of this talent since them. no one comes even close to their harmony and voice qualities.

Bill Medley did "(I've Had) The Time of My Life" from Dirty Dancing with Jennifer Warnes. I'm sure you've heard it.

They start out singing about feelings. After Bobby does his 'talking part' they both bring out emotion and power. Marvelous.

they are called thunder and lightning

Please react to "You'll Never Walk Alone" sung live by The Righteous Brothers on The Ed Sullivan Show--it's another powerful display of their vocal talents!

Thank you for airing this song. It's one that doesn't really get played much now (in the UK at any rate, don't know about the USA), which is a shame, because it is a very good song and a strong vocal performance from both of them. Once again the harmonisation is truly excellent. And as you have both mentioned in other videos of them, the vocals are effortless. On another tack, do either of you listen to the Walker Brothers? "The Sun Ain't Gonna Shine Anymore" and "No Regrets"" are two of their songs that were quite big back in the day and their harmonisation is also very good. One of them (I think Scott Walker) also is able to reach quite low notes vocally, particularly in "No Regrets".

@generationgapreacts

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I assume this song gets overlooked because of Unchained Melody, but I absolutely loved this one! I’m not familiar with the Walker Brothers so we will definitely check them out!

@wayne_twentyfive

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@@generationgapreacts I second the suggestion by Mark ! .. The Walker Brothers are not as well known now as The Righteous Brothers, but they had some excellent songs, all featuring the fantastic low baritone lead vocals of the recently passed Scott Walker .. "No Regrets", "The Sun Ain't Gonna Shine Any More", and "Make It Easy On Yourself" are their 3 biggest hits and I am certain you would both really enjoy them.

@joenewman6494

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@@generationgapreacts Yep as all their songs do

Hi ladies, miss hearing music like this , not only their stellar voices but the content of the song just as much . Thanks for this .

What a Beautiful song! Every time I hear this it puts a tear in my eye and I’m a Senior Male who was a teenager and lived in the Sixties. Just one word “Harmony”!….. SanJoséBob

Listen to just once in my life,beautiful!

Your reaction to the Righteous Brothers is spot on. I just love all your reactions. You are such a dynamic duo- so natural, sweet and the love between you two is obvious and heartwarming. Would you be able to react to one of the greatest singers, EVER!- Karen Carpenter. Since it was such a rainy, dreary day this past Monday where I live in NYC , why don't you start off with "Rainy Days and Mondays". There are so many, many Carpenter songs in addition to this one that are phenomenal that you should react to as well. Keep doing what you are doing- it's great. :)

@stephenhanft1226

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Outstanding suggestion. I grew up on The Carpenters music during the 1970's. They are one of the greatest duos of all-time. Karen Carpenter is my all-time favorite female singer. She has the sweetest, most angelic, naturally beautiful, female singing voice I've ever heard. I think Generation Gap would really enjoy the Carpenters music and would love to see them react to some of their songs.

@generationgapreacts

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Thank you Bob! We will definitely put Karen Carpenter on our list, starting with Rainy Days and Mondays :)

@sheayankee

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@@generationgapreacts thanks so much, ladies

@sheayankee

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@@stephenhanft1226 Yes, Stephen, Karen was one of a kind- a true superstar!

great reaction ladies..Bill and Bobby were two of the best in the 60's...

I have seen your reactions to the 3 most popular songs by The Righteous Brothers. All 3 of these songs were recorded on Live performances in '64, '65 and '66, in an era of BEFORE auto-tune and computerized special effects for voice enhancements. This cannot be stressed enough. Just pure, raw and amazing talent.

I would love to see your reaction to any Pentatonix cover.

My suggestion for you guys is Michael Ketterer Singing on AGT, the song "To Love Somebody"...But please see the whole performance and see his family and six kid's..

I always thought this song was a follow-up to She's Lost That Loving Feeling & she is now leaving.

@generationgapreacts

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It could be, or she realizes that she loves him and wants to come back to him. I love a happy ending. 😊

Nightclubs up to the mid-60s were a big thing. The picture looks like they were in one

@Aurora-tp3dy

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They are on stage of the TV show Hullabaloo. It does kind of look like a club after closing.

Love This Song 👍,Nice Reaction Ladies 😍

Here is another song you might like... Oak Ridge Boys, "Make My Life with You".

1966. The greatest year and decade for music.background music make this song

Check out "You'll Never Walk Alone" that they performed on The Ed Sullivan Show.

Everything from the 60and early 70's is live .

Never heard this before, thank you for finding this gem. 1966 was truly an amazing year 😁, Great reaction as usual ladies. And totally agree how people only seem to dress-up for special occasions these days.

I grew up in this time period and I found it there is no other music like it it brings out everything in your soul and then some. I have been listening to music all my life and nowadays my favorite is Jeff castellucci. You should listen to some of his songs

As you like deep voices take a listen to Paul Robeson. He did 'Old Man River' but he was an amazing man who worked all his life as an activist to help people. He even went to Scotland to support the miners there.

Watching the daughter, well her getting emotional just broke my heart! Everytime I hear this song it kinda makes the tear machine start up. I'm just wished the music would make a big comeback. I guess I am a sentimental fool, just sayin'😉

@generationgapreacts

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Thanks for watching Tommy! This type of music definitely makes my sensitive soul tear up

I like your reactions, please react to The Capris singing There's a moon out tonight, The Casinos singing Then you can tell me goodbye, and finally, The Flamingos singing I only have eyes for you. Thank you.

Hey Kids, I'm a new subscriber and I'm enjoying every minute. Glad I found y'all. Hey, you want a different view/version of The Righteous Brothers watch Bill Medley sing "Brown Eyed Woman", I'm not sure exactly where it was done, but I think it was at the Playboy Mansion. Anyway, Bill was obsessed with one of the Ladies, forgive me I can't remember her name, she was Black and he was trying to "date" her? Anyway, watch the live version and it's great but you'll also get a glimpse of Donald Trump and Melania in the crowd. 🤔🤗😎

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