Guys, THIS SONG just so happened to be the theme song of the 1984 Summer Olympics held in Los Angeles that year; Richie performed it with a huge crew of dancers for the closing ceremonies. Sometimes it helps to be old(er) with a good memory.

@kazheadrest3626

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the beautiful memory Gator.

@theschnauzers

2 жыл бұрын

That performance ran on, not for the planned 15 minutes, but over an hour! It started the tradition of having a party for the Olympic athletes at the last act of the closing ceremonies.

@jdw5678

2 жыл бұрын

I remember that closing ceremony performance, it started with a giant flying saucer hovering over over the L.A. Memorial Coliseum, as the space aliens made contact to find out what this Olympic "party" was all about. It ended with several hundred break dancers performing on the field to this song. A television spectacle seen by millions around the world, and helped make this a worldwide hit, one of the biggest of 1983-84.

@brucecsnell

2 жыл бұрын

I was going to mention that. I remember that performance like it was last week. Felt like it would go on All Night Long -- the best arty ever in sports. By the way, that Olympic performance was the first-ever public performance of this song-- he saved it for that night..

@YZJY

Жыл бұрын

I loved that! I watched it live and was dancincing in my house with the Olympians on TV.

When music was great When music was positive When music was innocent When music touched your heart ❤️ When music touched your soul When music made you smile When music made you feel like falling in love

@juliewhite7469

2 жыл бұрын

🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

@reneepurdue5418

Жыл бұрын

🥰

@bobblowhard8823

Жыл бұрын

And... When music was magical When music was soulful

@ImranKhan-xu3qn

Жыл бұрын

Fax brah

I second all the votes for "Dancing on the Ceiling", as well as his immortal duet with Diana Ross, "Endless Love". But this is just the beginning of your Lionel journey. "Say You, Say Me" is a classic, as is "Running With the Night". Fun fact - this video was produced by Michael Nesmith of the Monkees!

@Shrykespeare

2 жыл бұрын

P.S. Y'all are coming up on a QUARTER MILLION SUBSCRIBERS!!!

@ailnecarter9440

2 жыл бұрын

say you say me is amazing song

@KathySandru

2 жыл бұрын

Michael Nesmith was the Father of MTV/Nickelodeon

@lawrencemoore3863

2 жыл бұрын

Hold on ,didn't know that Monkees detail

@allieren

2 жыл бұрын

“Dancing On The Ceiling” is soooo fun

80s music brings Amber to life, every time.

@grosbeak6130

2 жыл бұрын

I didn't know that Amber Heard was into hair bands.

@j6282

Жыл бұрын

@@grosbeak6130 amber in this video, not amber heard.

Lionel's "Dancing on the Ceiling" is another instant feel-good song.

@marinal.

2 жыл бұрын

yes

@vincentschmitt7597

2 жыл бұрын

That's the video where I learned what a gimbal(spelling?) was. The set rotates on it creating the illusion of "dancing on the ceiling".

@rebeccawilson9933

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, the official video is the only way to do "Dancing on the Ceiling."

@sarablack2547

2 жыл бұрын

They got the idea for the video for dancing on the ceiling from Fred Astaire film royal wedding in 1951.

@vickiroman189

2 жыл бұрын

@@sarablack2547 I did not know that - thanks!

Lionel Ritchie wrote over 100 hit songs for himself and various artists. The go to guy

@marinal.

2 жыл бұрын

yep yep

@michaelasay8587

2 жыл бұрын

And Karen Carpenter sang over 100 songs!

@BillGraper

2 жыл бұрын

Heck, Lionel wrote the huge #1 hit "Lady" for Kenny Rogers!

@billylimes988

2 жыл бұрын

Boy I missed the 80s 😅

@taylemgames2652

2 жыл бұрын

Him and Barry Gibb wrote so many ... Neil Diamond and Carol King also.

Wife here..When my Husband and I hear this we talk about the joy of growing up in the eighties.., going to the record bar to get AMAZING songs like this..One.. of both of our first "records"..!!..Stunning in soooo many ways!!

@tinapatterson5022

2 жыл бұрын

I still have My 70s & 80's Albums.

@Classicjack228

2 жыл бұрын

So cool!

Being a child of the 80’s I’ve probably heard this song thousands of times, but your reaction reminded me how huge this was, how fun it was… it represents the 80’s so well, and for the first time in 40 years it made me tear up and gave me chills.

@juliewhite7469

2 жыл бұрын

💖💖💖💖💖💖💖

I was born in 1955 in Alabama, so I graduated high school in 1974. Loved the Commodores and Lionel Richie's music. But after hearing part of his story, I really admire him as a person. One of his band members (and his girlfriend) had a real problem with drugs. Lionel and his wife offered to take care of their daughter until they could get clean and back on their feet. From what I understand, that never happened and after a couple of years they legally adopted the little girl. I don't know if you have ever heard of her. Her name is Nicole Richie.

@Classicjack228

2 жыл бұрын

I enjoyed listening to all their music Sweet Love is another great song!

@RestoredMedia

2 жыл бұрын

So that’s why she got money, very interesting story.

@urthboundmisfit

2 жыл бұрын

You don't wanna know how long it was before I learned that Nicole Richie is THAT Richie. I was amazed.

@missliss2581able

2 жыл бұрын

Nicole Richie’s biological aunt is Sheila E (“Glamorous Life”), I believe her brother Peter Escovedo is the band member you referenced

@jsl8905

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, I know at one time Nicole had a problem with heroin. I hope she has gotten past that. I have not heard anything about her for several years

This song is great. It brings everyone together no matter what music you listen to. When they started singing in Swahili it was fire.

@Augfordpdoggie

8 ай бұрын

jambo nipe centi moja jambo jambo youre welcome

I think I'd be completely star struck if I was anywhere near Lionel Ritchie. Greatest talent of our time.

@blackprix

2 жыл бұрын

I love Lionel with The Commodores that’s that 70s groove I always talking about, a decade with great music from various genres and we connected to most of them

Next Lionel Richie song you should listen to is "Running With The Night" or "Love Will Conquer All", they're both great.

@btgiv6009

2 жыл бұрын

I vote for "Stuck on You". How can they resist listening to Lionel singing a country song he wrote? But yeah, "Running with the Night" is awesome, too.

@emilymcpaul4204

2 жыл бұрын

@@btgiv6009 never knew he wrote Stuck On You! Beautiful song. ❤️

He was great with the Commodores and he ruled the 8o's on MTV and music awards. Love his music and your reaction. 👍

Love me some Lionel Richie!! He is definitely A GOAT

He did this during the closing celebrations of the Olympics years ago. With all the athletes of all the countries celebrating together. It was inspiring.

@promizkeeper

2 жыл бұрын

Best closing ceremony for an Olympics ever!

@lordwilliamstrickler179

2 жыл бұрын

1984 Los Angeles Summer Olympics.

@snowbirdlady8496

2 жыл бұрын

A great memory! The athletes were all dancing. Biggest party ever.

@barbaraburton8914

2 жыл бұрын

He sang this until you were like whoa!!! The athletes were partying like nobody's business! At the end it was "top this for a closing ceremony" I dare you!

"I just couldn't find the ending - I couldn't find all night long to save my life. I had everything, the verses, the middle part, all the stuff. I just did not have all night long. It took me forever to find it. And finally one night, the heavens opened up and came through." Lionel Ritchie.

A little over a year ago, I stumbled upon reaction videos, and found Jay by himself. Growing up in the 80s, I am convinced it's THE best music, artists, movies and overall entertainment of any generation, and I actually stumbled across Jay's reactions while watching videos on KZread for the nostalgia of it. I found myself coming home after work, watching your reactions. Adding Amber took it a notch higher, because her emotional and genuine reactions add to what many of us who have loved this music for years is feeling...it's like sharing a genuine part of who we are with you guys. I still come home from work, sit down, and watch you guys experience a piece of myself, my heart, and who I am...it's truly a joy. Thank you Jay for also sharing yourself, your beautiful wife and kids with us. You named it correctly...cause after sharing so much of myself with you day in and day out, you guys truly are family. Much love from Dublin, Georgia.

@juliewhite7469

2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful comment 💕

@teresajarrell452

2 жыл бұрын

WELL SAID !! ❣️😃👍

@okiewade917

2 жыл бұрын

well said!!

Running With Night, Dancing On The Ceiling....Lionel was a powerhouse for many years!

One of his biggest hits, it's the definition of a "feel good" song The video is also a perfect match for the song.

This was a HUGE hit for a long time on the charts!

Oh, gosh, when that little girl came out and you guys loved that so much, y'all made my eyes get all leaky. You two are just so sweet!! I bet your moms are so proud and happy! I'm 67 and remember vh1 & mtv first starting and watching it all the time, not even wanting to sleep or go to work. You two just fill my heart; thank you!

God I miss the JOY of the 80s. There is nothing Lionel can't do. Rock, Country, Dance, his knowledge musically is breathtaking.

People forget or just don't know how great and talented this man is and how BIG he was in the 70's & 80's. One of the greatest songwriters ever and he can play almost any instrument you please. Guitar, drums, bass, piano, horns, you name it.

Dancing On The Ceiling is another great feel good song by Lionel.

Your reaction to this song brought a tear of joy to my eyes. You're so right, music can bring people of all nationalitys and cultures together. Much love to all..!!!

@alisummers7984

Жыл бұрын

I loved when she said that.. music brings everyone together ❤

You can't go wrong with anything Lionel. Next try Stuck On You or Say You Say me. Both are excellent, but all his music is.😘

@reececoventree9849

2 жыл бұрын

Would add Hello to your list

Another one of Lionel’s greatest hits was the 1985 song “Say you, say me” written for the film “White Night” which starred two legendary dancers, Mikhail Baryshnikov and Gregory Hines. It went number one on the pop and r&b charts. Definitely should be on your list!

He was at the zenith of his career where every song just hit the heights. The most important thing about this song, and the others of this period, is that it has stood the test of time. Still so good in every way.

Another one of those feel good 80's tunes, this was Lionel at his best, and that's saying something from an artist with such a rich musical history.

I was living on South Padre Island when this hit the charts. I would walk my dog around midnight and this song would be blasting from every balcony! I was impossible not to dance to the beat.

Jay/Amber, you'll love his "Truly" and "Endless Love" (with Diana Ross) !!!!

@georgedominguez255

2 жыл бұрын

Yes so beautiful!

This is from his monster album "Can't Slow Down." This album competed for the number 1 spot back & forth with Michael Jackson's "Thriller" album for months. The whole album is awesome

@Classicjack228

2 жыл бұрын

Along with Def Leppard!

Lionel Ritchie performed "All Night Long" at the closing ceremonies of the 1984 Olympics in Los Angeles. All the athletes we dancing and everyone was having a great time. It was an amazing way to close out the ceremonies. It was such a joyous night. One of the best closing ceremonies I had ever seen!

@ericharris5384

Жыл бұрын

Listen to wild cherry play that funky music

I have always loved this song... This is what we need more of and I have noticed in this generation this is what's missing.

@juliewhite7469

2 жыл бұрын

Agree 💯 %!

My first introduction to this song was Lionel performing at the end of the 1984 Summer Olympics closing ceremony in Los Angeles. Literally an international party that seemed to last "all night long".

@marinal.

2 жыл бұрын

cool

This is my all time favourite Lionel Richie song from I think 1982, I think we had the best music 60s to the nineties. And love the fact you lovely couple appreciate the great music we enjoyed back then.❤❤❤.

A few of my favorite Lionel Richie songs that I'd recommend are: "Penny Lover," "Running with the Night," and "Stuck on You." I also love "Oh No" from the Commodores.

@akastarchild

2 жыл бұрын

Also, Sweet Love and Zoom by the Commodores.

This was a huge, huge hit for LR. This got everybody dancing! (The video wasn't too bad either!)

Lionel Richie sang this song at the opening ceremonies of the 1984 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. There were numerous moments from those opening ceremonies that gave me goosebumps, but seeing all of the athletes from all over the world dancing and enjoying this song was absolutely beautiful.

Back in this time (70's & 80's) my family always listened to Casey Kasem's American Top 40. It was always exciting waiting for our favorite songs & finding out where they are on the singles chart. I remember when this one hit #1. It was getting close, and I said to my sisters, "I think #1 is that song that says "Fiestsa Forever!" 😅

@Classicjack228

2 жыл бұрын

Yelp your right !

@dawg897

2 жыл бұрын

@@Classicjack228 I miss Casey Kasem and American top 40.

@BillGraper

2 жыл бұрын

@@dawg897 Ditto! That was one of the great things about hit music back then. The anticipation every week... Is my song going to take a giant leap? Is my song going to finally hit #1? Hearing that drum roll before he announces #1. It's a feeling today's generation can't understand, or don't even know existed!

@daveowens9849

2 жыл бұрын

I still listen to Casey Kasem's American Top 40 (70's) on my Sirius XM in my Ram!

@BillGraper

2 жыл бұрын

@@daveowens9849 I listen to it on iHeart Radio on my PC & phone. 🤘🙂

I would like to make a suggestion for female Friday, Dido (White Flag) or (I Want To Thank You) both songs are great, she has an incredible voice.

@kathleenmurphy6220

2 жыл бұрын

I agree..!!! A fantastic song.

@Shrykespeare

2 жыл бұрын

White Flag is a gorgeous song. Defintely second that one.

Awesome song. My mother had this album playing for years in her car. I always loved it when this song came on.

Lionel Richie is such a great performer! I saw him in concert 3 years ago before the pandemic hit. He interacts with the audience a whole lot. Probably one of the best shows I’ve seen.

This was popular when I was a young teen and brings back lots of fond memories! Glad to see you kids enjoy it!! Made me smile 😁

I'm surprised nobody in the comments mentioned the slow song "Hello" it was a huge hit in 1984

Always loved the Latin flare in this song from the percussion and brass to the bold bright colors... But those things also span other cultures as well. We got a little Island sound as well as some African influence too. Fun song and great reaction.

@goldenageofdinosaurs7192

2 жыл бұрын

That’s one of the things I loved about 80’s pop music. There was often an interesting rhythm from a different part of the world.

Lionel Ritchie’s song “ Dancing On The Ceiling “ is such a fun song too..

The dance sequence was used in a Simpsons episode. An evergreen song which never grows old! The whole Can't slow down album is a must own!

@kellylaflash1016

2 жыл бұрын

Yup. I bought it when it was first released - and still have it in my vinyl collection.

@keithroberts4952

2 жыл бұрын

@@kellylaflash1016 it is a masterpiece! One of the best black pop records ever made. Every song, if released could have been a hit!

This song literally never gets old - every time I hear it I groove as much as I did when it came out. It is hard to tell you where you may have heard it because it was so well known it could have been multiple places, on tv, in the grocery store, etc.

I think he sang this song at the Los Angeles Olympics ceremony. My Mom taped it off the tv on VHS. Wow, I feel old.

@tvgator1

2 жыл бұрын

This was the Olympic theme song and he performed it with a giant cast of dancers during the closing ceremonies.

Aww you guys are so sweet, we love you guys too and this song ABSOLUTELY embodies this channel- the joy, the fun, the emotion that we all feel with music.

@juliewhite7469

2 жыл бұрын

💖💖💖💖💖

Lionel Ritchie is the man

One of the 80s Best Party tones. Everybody Rock this number.

@sheilameyers152

2 жыл бұрын

We couldn’t help but rock to this song… “all night long!

Omgosh..this takes me back to 1984 Olympic Games, Los Angeles, closing ceremony.... Lionel killed it with this song...so good.

DANCING ON THE CEILING is another good song from him too !! You will love it !! 👍

My favorite Lionel track at last. His other big solo track is "Dancing on the ceiling".

This is one of my faves by Lionel Richie, followed closely by “You Are,” “Dancing On The Ceiling,” and “Say You, Say Me.” He is such an 80s icon, always on the radio and his music was always enjoyable.

"Endless Love" - Lionel Richie and Diana Ross teamed up to produce what is easily in the top 5 of pop song duets of all time, if not the best ever. I highly recommend reacting to that song. In my estimation Richie is like Elvis and Billy Joel - A ton of hit songs, or even lesser known songs, you can review and get plenty of views. The number of quality songs Richie made/sang lead for from the 70s-80s is rivaled by very few singers. I have more personal favorites from ELO, John Denver, Marvin Gaye, The Beach Boys, Simon and Garfunkel, Sam Cooke, The Platters, and Dion and the Belmonts, but I can easily listen to almost any Lionel Richie song at any time with no gripes and it'll brighten my day. And, at the moment, I really can't think of another artist/group who offers as much of a sure thing.

@linzzyy

2 жыл бұрын

I forgot about Endless Love!!! thank you so much for reminding me

He sang on the finale of American Idol Sunday night & he's still got it! Such a talent! He has written a ton of songs for other artists, as well.

This was massive in the UK & takes me back to clubbing in the early 80’s, we love Lionel here 😬🎶❤️

"All Night Long (All Night)" (1983) was Lionel Richie's 5th Billboard Hot 100 single peaking @ #1 for 4 weeks. It was his 3rd #1 as a solo artist after leaving The Commodores. "Endless Love" w/ Diana Ross & "Truly" preceded it @ #1. The record also peaked @ #1 on the R&B/Soul chart for 7 weeks & hit #5 on the Dance chart. "All Night Long (All Night)" was Grammy nominated for Record of the Year, Song of the Year, Best Male Pop Vocal, Best Instrumental Arrangement Supporting Vocals & Best Producer.

@Shrykespeare

2 жыл бұрын

I'm making it a point to look for your posts under every video.... :)

@markfadness9204

2 жыл бұрын

@@Shrykespeare Hey, thanks Patrick. I watch for & read your posts also. Very informative and fun, fun, fun observations.

@Shrykespeare

2 жыл бұрын

@@markfadness9204 Dude, I've been making music lists since I was a kid. Joel Whitburn is my patron saint. :) And also, thanks bruh.

@markfadness9204

2 жыл бұрын

@@Shrykespeare That sounds familiar. I "might" have done the same thing. ; )

OMG I saw him open for Tina Turner sometime in the early to mid nineties and what a show. His hair was closely cropped at the time but for one of his Commodores songs, he donned a huge Afro wig and just brought the house down! Such a huge talent and entertainer.

That reaction was so heartfelt. This is why I love this channel. You can truly feel it and make us feel it again. 😊❤

That little kid…the cutest child in the Universe at that moment.

@p.j.morris633

2 жыл бұрын

She is his adopted daughter Nicole Richie

Check out Debarge- rhythm of the night! It gives out the same vibe as this song!!

Endless Love -Lionel’s masterpiece duet with Diana Ross next please!

It wouldn't have been the 80's without Lionel Richie. X)

I just love Lionel Richie. He has written so many songs that everyone can enjoy. His songs have been used it so many movies too.

Love to see how you come alive to music. Your discovery of new sounds touches the heart. How lucky are we to have so many different genre’s of music? Music to fit every mood!

Love this song. You should now react to Janet Jackson "When I Think of You." That video has the same feel as "All Night Long."

Diversity in the80's was really good, we all had fun and knew how to respect each other!!!

There is more from Lionel yet. Fantastic artist. Dancing on the ceiling, Stuck on you, Say You say me. These are all awesome

Richard Marx "Right here Waiting" does the backing vocals on this song. Could you react to another Richard Marx song? "Satisfied" is a great song and his song "Hazard" is an amazing story telling song

Even though, usually, I listen to a completely different type of music, I must admit this song brings joy and love, and the video shows how we, just humans, not white, not black, not yellow, but just simply humans, can have fun together without prejudice and hate. :-)

@juliewhite7469

2 жыл бұрын

🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

This song was one of the songs that made the summer of 1984 so great. Lionel is the man! You have to react to "Say You, Say Me". It has very inspiring lyrics. Another one of my favourites by Lionel is Running With The Night".

This has always been one my all-time favorite Lionel Riichie songs. Makes me smile, and want to dance, and lifts my heart every time I hear it.😀❤

Please please please react to more Foo Fighters! You don't understand the greatness you're missing out on

Yesssss!!!!! Finally!!! Some Lional Richie. The greast love singer of all time!!!!

This album ("Can't Slow Down" 1985) was huge that year. Lionel Richie won album of the year that year at the Grammys. Oh you guys just HAVE TO react to his famous duet with Diana Ross titled, "Endless Love" (feat. in the movie of the same title). Oh, and y'all should also react to that movie as well. It is a classic love story. It was really, really good, and that's coming from a man who generally hates romance movies.

Such an underrated talent. The man is a music machine.

I’m not even a Lionel Richie fan but how can you not like that? The guy had some mega hits in the mid 80s, best decade ever!

🤩 wow, I had forgotten how beautiful this video was!! ❤️Lionel Richie is one of a kind 👏🏻🎼❤️

This song represents what the 80s was all about. Everybody came together and was one big family because of music. Music crossed all barriers and brought everyone together

Lionel has always been one of my favorites. Great singer great voice.

How I loved when Lionel can't out with a new song. He is so amazing!!!

(4:32) "Man! This is so human!" 😄 You're so right, Amber. There's a beautiful humanity about "All Night Long"---the song and the video. In 1983 the song went to #1 in the U.S., Australia, Canada, Germany, the Netherlands and South Africa.🌎

My fav Lionel Richie! He is so cool. Such a sweet man.

This man is a legendary and iconic person of all times had many great hits such as SAY YOU, SAY ME, HELLO, ENDLESS LOVE what a man he desrves to be inducted in the hall of fame

1000% 1980s !!! the sound, music, clothes. Love Lionel. Thanks, J and Amber.

Thanks for doing this song guys. As a drummer and music lover for over 40 years, 3 years, this is one of my favorite songs of all time! what a wonderful world beat song. How do you not fall in love with it from the 1st time you hear it? So much intementation. Percussion. Strings. Horns. Yet it is still uncluttered and breathes. Shout out to other viewers for mentioning other great Lionel songs.

Oh wow ..I'm turning 60 next month and I absolutely use to love dancing to this in 80's Exactly..an all encompassing song ...

Amber already has a gorgeous and infectious smile just sitting there. But when she gets into a song her smile widens and her eyes light up!!

Awww ... yes, the two from Lionel Richie that I really liked, everyone has already mentioned. "Dancing on the Ceiling" "Say You, Say Me"

This song took Mr. Richie from Star to Superstar. This song was everywhere in the 80's when I was growing up.

Lionel Ritchie ,so many amazing hit songs!

Lionel Richie is also my favorite "American Idol" judge!

One of the kids doing breakdancing i knew him. He was a friend of one of my cousins. I saw lionel in a boutique in west hollywood in the 80s. But what a small world. Hes Legendary Lionel Ritchie.

Well we love you too❤️ I love all night long. He also has another dancing on the ceiling and that’s a great one too.

this song so embodies the 1980's for me, it actually brings tears to my eyes

One of my fave Lionel.Richie tunes is a lesser known one called Ballerina Girl. He wrote it about his daughter and it is just gorgeous.