J D Souther Youre only lonely (music reaction) He sounded just like R Orbison! First time hearing

[@ApricotRse]

RIP JD (9/17/2024). This loving homage to the sound of the late, great Roy Orbison was a highlight of songs from my senior year of high school.

[@zorak1704]

Check him out with James Taylor on Her Town Too.

[@errol-ih4jy]

BEAUTIFUL, GLAD YOU PUT THIS ON.

[@maureenchavez9719]

He wrote for Linda rodstant opened for Elvis love this song

[@marybaillie8907]

From the 1979 album, You're only Lonely, this was J.D.'s only top 10 hit. It was heavily influenced by Roy Orbinson's hit " Only the Lonely". His back up singers on the song were Phil Everly, Jackson Browne, and Frey, Felder and Henley from The Eagles. J.D. also wrote or co wrote at least 6 of The Eagles hits. This beautiful song made it to Number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100's and 18 in Canada. Great song. Great reaction Harri. Thanks Harri and John. 👏👏 Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦

[@John_Chu]

Thanks, Mary.

[@dalejohnson4256]

Souther's voice is enough to do the melody credit, but WOW ... even if the song was bad, how could you go wrong with back-up singers like those?!

[@Exotic3000]

No. This song did not hit Number 1 on Billboard. It did hit Number 7 though.

[@marcussmith3934]

Rest In Paradise JD you will definitely be missed gone but definitely not forgotten!!!

[@carolespinoza8469]

Harri, I love this song so much.💕💕💕💕💕🎶🎶🎶🎶

[@cspringer333]

If you check all of the "Greats" albums from the 70's and 80's you are sure to find J.D. singing harmony on some songs. He's singing background with the greats in Roy Orbison and Friends: A Black and White Night. "Male background vocals and some guitars were provided by Bruce Springsteen, Tom Waits, Elvis Costello, Jackson Browne, J.D. Souther and Steven Soles. Female background vocalists were k.d. lang, Jennifer Warnes and Bonnie Raitt. Not all the stars were on stage."

[@Noelle0026]

Love JD!

[@davidlocke2601]

From his Wikipedia bio: "Souther was born in Detroit, Michigan, United States, but raised in Amarillo, Texas. As a musician and songwriter, he was greatly influenced in his formative years by fellow Texan Roy Orbison."

[@TheCkent100]

J.D. Souther was a frequent collaborator with Glenn Frey and Don Henley of the Eagles. He is credited as a co-writer on the Eagles hits "The Best of My Love", "James Dean", "Heartache Tonight", "Victim of Love", "New Kid In Town" and Don Henley's solo hit "Heart of the Matter". As to your Roy Orbison observation, on the 1980 "Long Run" tour, Roy Orbison opened for the Eagles. On the 2014 "History of the Eagles" tour, J.D. Souther was their opening act. I had the pleasure of seeing shows from each of those tours in L.A. Oh, and by the way, Glenn pronounced his name "Fry" NOT "Fray".

[@hectorsmommy1717]

Don't forget his musical and romantic collaboration with Linda Ronstadt.

[@oldarpanet]

He was also part of the Black & White Night Roy Orbison show.

[@danielwriston1848]

Harri you got it right my friend 😆

[@johncooper5124]

Hear another side of JD with the group The Souther Hillman Furay Band - TROUBLE IN PARADISE.

[@doriwiljt]

JD and Linda Ronstadt were an item for a while in the 70s. He has such a beautiful voice.

[@angieday5183]

He was a big fan of Orbison

[@karowak1]

JD was in a band Souther Hillman and Furay

[@deniseg812]

Poco?

[@dirish709]

Could never figure out why he wasn't bigger than he was. Good looking, great voice and a network of very talented peoples.

[@joelliebler5690]

Probably the timing of his songs that he wrote and the fact that his hits were done by the Exgles.

[@dirish709]

@@joelliebler5690 Yes I realize he collaborated with MANY talented people (Henley and Frey were two of them). He wrote MANY songs that MANY talented people sang (James Taylor, Linda Ronstadt, etc). He also sang many of his own songs. That was the point of my statement.

[@mikecaetano]

Great tune. J. D. Souther co-wrote some of the biggest hits for the Eagles, including "Best of My Love", "Victim of Love", "Heartache Tonight", and "New Kid in Town". The harmonies sound so great on this song because they're sung by Phil Everly, Jackson Browne, Glenn Frey, Don Felder, and Don Henley.

[@tommonk7651]

Souther is a fine, fine songwriter. He was friends with all the guys in the Eagles and wrote some of their hits. A friend of mine has done songwriting sessions with J.D. in Nashville. He has nothing but great things to say about Souther. I always loved this song. I bought the album when it came out - my freshman year of college....

[@kenvarnold3659]

LOVE this song...can't imagine anyone else doing so well...

[@eugenehechler8608]

jimmy fortune did a great cover as did raul malo.

[@shawn1432]

This song when it came out was and still is on fire I was lucky to have been raised post WW2 ….let me say the 50’s 60’s….and then the magical 70’s now it’s 2023 there’s not a song today that can compare to this classic

[@mlockette8084]

He wrote 10 songs recorded by Linda Ronstadt and co-wrote several Eagles songs in addition to songs on his own albums. In his 2011 album “Natural History”he recorded songs he either wrote or co-wrote, accompanied by only acoustic guitar and piano. It’s beautiful.

[@HarriBestReactions]

Wow!

[@Hobodeluxe960]

Yeah JD hung out in LA with the scene there. He was basically an Eagle for a little bit.

[@angelbulldog4934]

J.D. and Linda Ronstadt were a thing for a couple of years in the 70s. Such a voice he has. I can tell how much you enjoyed it. Well done!

[@mikeherrick549]

How can anyone listen to this song without shedding heart felt tears

[@PaintingandExercise]

I really appreciate that you stray from the "obvious" choices in songs to react to. Thank you. JD Souther and Jackson Browne have sung some songs together.

[@Daisy_982]

And James Taylor.

[@jamestaylor2920]

And The Eagles, Linda Ronstadt... all lived, played, and worked together.

[@brendadickson1864]

RIP John David Souther - you will be missed! He co-wrote and/or wrote several of the Eagles greatest hits: Heartache Tonight, New Kid in Town, etc, etc, etc. He almost became an Eagle, but he said it was not a good fit! He wrote and produced When You're Only Lonely.

[@cynergy4]

One of my all time fave songs! Love JD! He wrote so so many songs as others in the comments mention. He wrote Faithless Love for Linda Ronstadt, another big fave

[@BarbaraGricus]

A song that makes my heart easy. 🦜

[@Cynthia...]

I mentioned just how much I love JD Souther earlier. It does have a bit of a Roy Orbison sound. Nice pick John and Harri.

[@John_Chu]

Thanks, Cynthia.

[@carolcobb1131]

I missed this one. Didn't know he was gone. One of my favorites. Fine actor. RIP.

[@maureenchavez9719]

Doesn't matter where you get inspired what matters is what you do with it

[@janetwickes3774]

I just discovered thus song last week... don't know how I missed this in 1979 ... I love it so much.. he's so amazing.. can't stop listening to his beautiful voice and the lyrics touch my soul 💝😍❤.. I did research too amazing.. beautiful ❤️

[@theodorabruin4601]

One of the handsomest and dreamy/ sexy singers ever! What a great vocalist! Makes me swoon!!! At 77, he's still a dream boat...especially since I'm only a few years younger than him. Wonder if he's looking for a lady friend❤

[@chrisoakley5830]

JD and James Taylor had a hit together in 1981 with a song called...Her Town Too.

[@jerrypost9651]

Just a beautiful song. And with respect to the Eagles connection, he received co-writing credit on their first single, "Take it Easy."

[@ricktelander8049]

Love the comments and enthusiasm for beautiful music. I have always loved this song. Being an old boy I remember this when it came out, the retro sound, the high tenor of Souther’s voice--and yes a touch of Orbison, but also the age-old C-Am-F-G simplicity of earliest rock. Souther and the Eagles were pals--but to hear that Jackson Browne and Phil Everly--of the EVERLY BROTHERS-!!-sang on it too--wow. Gorgeous.

[@rescuelover7891]

Such a beautiful voice. He wrote New Kid In Town for the Eagles and you can hear the similarity in the music.

[@humphreygruntwhistle3946]

The Eagles’ vocals on New Kid in Town are flawless. Glenn Frey never sounded better. The harmonies are gorgeous.

[@Treechris23]

This song brings tears to my eyes every time I hear it. Straight to the heart lyrics beautifully rendered by JD’s soulful voice❤️

[@terri8988]

He also sounds like his friend Glen Fry 😊

[@John_Locke_108]

Another great reaction to another great tune.

[@joelliebler5690]

The sweet smooth and soothing voice of J.D.! R.I.P. Yes definitely has that Roy feeling. J..D. Sang back up for many folk, rock, and pop artists such as Adan Zfogelberg and James Taylor.

[@BOOMNERD51]

RIP influential Roy Orbison, but J D Souther turns 78 this coming November . Wikipedia write up is good!

[@linwoodkent1246]

I was 33 when this came out, thank you for this treasured memory. Linda

[@robjohnson5872]

JD was also one of the respected few called on to perform as backup on Roy Orbison's In Dreams "Black and White" Concert - another great way to spend some time listening.

[@marias8007]

such a beautiful, romantic song

[@robjohnson5872]

Also, a great backup vocal on James Taylor's "Her Town" - well worth the listen.

[@angelicamichel9392]

RIP JD 🕊️😢

[@Sactown5472]

J D Souther also wrote Faithless Love that Linda Ronstadt recorded so beautifully, he also recorded it it almost sounded like two different songs his was a lot slower than her version but also beautiful.

[@tmr626]

James Taylor and JD Souther also do a nice duet together titled "Her Town Too."

[@Daisy_982]

The best.

[@frederickgallegos2047]

Great recommendation!

[@MN_Cozy]

Oh yes!! Great song!! ❤️

[@johndavidson5228]

Love this song by J D Souther. Raul Malo (of The Mavericks) has a wonderful cover of this song too--and just as great of a voice. This is also one of my go to Karaoke songs.

[@truthtriumphant]

He does a great live version of this song in 1986 at the FarmAid concert in Austin, Texas. You should check it out!!

[@luckyboyswwi]

i think you have it backwards. jd souther wrote songs for, and in collaboration with, roy orbison and james taylor plus many more for the eagles. he had a heart of gold which is sadly missing in today's "popular" music. real instruments too!

[@enea3820]

You’re absolutely right, my man! You’re rockin, Bro… You were spot on noticing the ‘60’s vibe and Roy Orbison! Very Nice Review…

[@ewetoobblowzdogg8410]

Nancy will always be in my top 5 lady jazz singers! Here's a quik list that were at the heart of 50's/60's jazz. Anita O'day Abbey Lincoln Dinah Washington Etta Jones And the late, great Nancy Wilson

[@VEGASJIM_]

When i was in highschool I loved the eagles and all the music coming out of laurel canyon at the time. I remember a jd souther with credits on the eagles albums, but we never saw him. He was a ghost as far as i was concerned. Then i started to follow him and realized the he was a big influence on those performers. This song is timeless and beautiful and demonstrates the talent that is jd souther. ( By the way Glen Frey is unmistakable at the end of this song with his trademark "oh my my my".

[@jameshaner8084]

Roy Orbison's 'Black and White Night'--1988, JD Souther was one of the backup singers. I believe JD had a lot of respect for Roy Orbison. Who wouldn't?

[@janinerichardsfink1903]

Great song! Very Roy Orbison

[@DavidBrown-hw3yd]

He went to high school with my brother and he grew up in my hometown, I see him every once and awhile

[@toniw725]

JD Souther wrote a beautiful song named Faithless Love. There is a good live version of that song by Linda Ronstadt in concert.

[@richardmather1906]

I saw a video of her doing Faithless Love where she says, of Souther, "He ought to know." Ouch.

[@douglasdegraff8335]

What a GREAT album!!!

[@Exotic3000]

You are 100% correct. It's a reworked version of the Roy Orbison song!

[@stacyjaye6350]

No, he was influenced by it. There is a big difference between writing an original song that was influenced by a sound, and reworking a version of the song. This is an original song, written by JD Souther.

[@jvsmith7888]

JD Souther almost became a founding member of The Eagles but decided to pursue other interests. He did write a few songs for them over the years. In the mid 70's he decided to be part of a project David Geffen was putting together. He joined Chris Hillman from The Byrds and Richie Furay from Poco and formed The Souther Hillman Furay Band. They made some great music (2 albums) but Souther never really got along with anybody, and they split up. The SHF Band is really worth checking out. Souther, Hillman and Furay did blend well in their harmonies. Some great songs from them include "Fallin' In Love", "Believe Me", "Lay Down on the Line", and "The Heartbreaker."

[@louiscapozzi1143]

he also did a duet with james taylor her town too

[@debrablumrogers5096]

Love JD Southern ❤️🎵🎶❤️

[@isuppoze]

This is the BEST Roy Orbison knockoff there Is ( and certainly- the smoothest ). :)

[@loisrogers9042]

This is such a nice song that I haven't heard in years.

[@dagmar.6954]

J.D. Souther is a great singer & songwriter mostly in the field of country rock. He has written & co-written songs for Linda Ronstadt & the Eagles. He co-wrote some of the biggest hits for the Eagles, including "Best of My Love", "Victim of Love", "Heartache Tonight" & "New Kid in Town". Souther recorded two major hit songs in his solo career: "You're Only Lonely" & "Her Town Too" a duet with longtime friend James Taylor.

[@gioconda43]

Roy Orbinson's voice is one of my favourite's of all time! 😊😊

[@karenj3611]

Such a beautiful song, thank you

[@redensign24]

I've always loved singing along. this song came out when I was in grade school and I learned to sing falsetto just for it. gorgeous song. and yeah definite orbison influence.

[@urmawebb-ue8ww]

It's such a beautiful Song!!! 🥰 I remember the music and words but nothing else so I decided as I was listening that you chose this one with me in mind especially because it was done in 1979, the year I was hit by a car and lost my memories and had none to think or feel about as I listened. At least this way if I ever hear it again I'll have something to memory with!!! That does make me feel lonely. 😢

[@jamestaylor2920]

You have an opportunity to experience the and 70's again, but now, for the first time in the 21st century. Take this journey along with Harri. The internet allows for this type of pseudo time travel. There are movies, albums, photos, and news articles to provide a structure to your missing memories. They cannot replicate your memories, but they can help you to be able to pull from this new store of experiences when asked "do you remember the song 'Your Only Lonely'?" Now you can give a valid answer. Do not feel alone. It has been said many times that the people who remember the 60's or 70's were not really there. There are millions of people who do not remember ... you have a leg up on them because you know how and why you do not remember ... meanwhile, the rest of us are stumbling through life thinking that we remember. Please understand that this was not meant to belittle the most traumatic event. I understand just a little of what you live with. I have a mild case of PTSD. I can not forget my experiences and relive some of them on a recurring basis. They are twenty years in the past, until I wake up screaming. I feel the effects of frequent panic attacks and difficulty dealing with people. You are not alone....

[@urmawebb-ue8ww]

​@@jamestaylor2920 This is absolutely beautiful. 🥰 You are so compassionate, caring and understanding and it has left me wordless but heart filled. 🥰 I will now be traveling with Harri and your wonderful words in my heart making memories!!! You are a Beautiful Heart and Soul Filled Man ... God Bless You!!! ❤️

[@jamestaylor2920]

@Urma Webb may a Gracious God watch over you and yours. We who are broken need to stand up for each other. We all have bad days when the darkness within us seems to swell and obliterate all that is good. This is usually the result of a chemical imbalance in our brain. If so, then it can be treated. Reach out to the mental health professionals that are open to you. The only shame in asking for help is the shame that we take so long suffering needlessly. Too many are ignoring the signs until they end their own life in the attempt to stop the pain. We who are broken need to help each other. If only to remind the other that they are not alone. I've been there and it's not a happy place. Seek assistance from mental health professionals. The absolutely worst outcome is being told that you are ok and require no treatment. Regardless, take this journey along with Harri and his Harri's Bestees. You will have fun. All the best for you and yours!

[@urmawebb-ue8ww]

​@@jamestaylor2920I have done just that many years ago so I know what you are saying. My Doctor/Therapist was the Teaching Psychiatrist at UCLA here in California and I couldn't get much better than that anywhere here in the U.S. Thank You for your kindness and beautiful 🥰 loving words. I will be enjoying this ride into wonderful and fun music with Harri and His Besties. ❤️

[@Gernansky]

Awesome. Loved watching you work through the history of the song!

[@jamestaylor2920]

This album contained many great songs. "Your Only Lonely", If You Don't Want My Love", "White Rhythm and Blues", "The Last in Love" J. D. Souther and Jackson Brown were part of the Eagles long before the band even formed. He plays and sings "The Last in Love" in the movie "Always". Appears in the movie "Purgatory".

[@kevincooper2317]

He was also in the movie “My Girl”. Great little cameo.

[@debbiechang5781]

JD Souther was Linda Ronstadt’s boyfriend off and on through the seventies. She also recorded several songs he had written. I love his voice and this song. Thanks John and Harri🌺✌️

[@John_Chu]

Thanks Debbie.

[@carlajolly2480]

70s. He wrote lots of music. With Linda rondstadt and Jack Brown and The eagles played his music. Thanks

[@raycewilliams3300]

His voice reminds me of The Eagles which makes perfect sense since he co-wrote several songs for them as well as Linda Ronstadt. I just read another post below and apparently several members of The Eagles sang back up for this song.

[@flawlessbydesign7284]

Yep, J D Souder wrote the song... i remember it well from my youth. I am new subscriber to your channel.. Curious: have you listened or reviewed JAMES TAYLOR version of, "you've got a friend" ?? (written by Carol King, I believe lol. I am 65). Dang, I didn't know there was so much talent behind this! Both vocals and instrumentals.

[@garyseven5791]

Harri, you are absolutely right! I had not thought of Roy Orbison, but as soon as you mentioned it I realized of course! why didn't I notice that? May God continue to bless you Harri, and may your path always rise up to greet you!

[@Mark-lk5fj]

Please check out his duet with James Taylor. Her Town Too.

[@carolinasbeauty]

This song has been on my favorites playlist since early 1980. I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@bobtnner]

Great singer-songwriter and pretty good actor too. He played a fairly important part in My Girl 2.

[@davebzen795]

Yes, Souther was greatly influenced by Texan Roy Orbison. In fact, JD'sis biggest hit as a solo artist was the 1979 Orbison-influenced song "You're Only Lonely" Following his move to Los Angeles in the late 1960s, he met a young guitarist from Detroit named Glenn Frey. They bonded over their Detroit roots and a shared love of country and R&B music. In short order, they began working together while sharing a small apartment in Los Angeles' Echo Park area (their downstairs neighbor was Jackson Browne with whom both Souther and Frey would collaborate on numerous projects). J.D. Souther is a personal favorite. He is an American singer, songwriter, and actor. He has written and co-written songs recorded by Linda Ronstadt and the Eagles. Souther is probably best known for his songwriting abilities, especially in the field of country rock. He co-wrote some of the biggest hits for the Eagles, including "Best of My Love", "Victim of Love", "Heartache Tonight", and "New Kid in Town". "How Long", which appears on the Eagles' Long Road Out of Eden, was written by Souther and originally recorded on his first solo album in 1972. Souther recorded two major hit songs in his solo career: "You're Only Lonely" (1979) and "Her Town Too" (1981), a duet with his longtime friend James Taylor. John Chu, this was an outstanding submission, and Harri, your thorough review was terrific.

[@John_Chu]

Thanks Dave!

[@alexcastillo8892]

Hearing this song takes me back to my high school senior year ! 1978 - 1979.

[@lgeyser1]

Great song - thanks for playing it and for your astute reaction, Harri! I was one of many who bought this lp when it was released in '79. JD has had quite a career, well-earned. A very talented artist.

[@maureenlacore2461]

I have always loved this song, but never realized how much it sounds like Roy O. I wish Roy had done a cover of it.

[@beeseewill2407]

J.D.Souther sang with James Taylor on "Her Town Too",A beautiful tune.

[@ronbrown912]

Love Souther. JD heavily influenced the sound of the Eagles. He was one of their favorite sonwriting partners. Same with Jackson Browne. Another gorgeous tune of his is White Rhythm and Blues also recorded by Rondstadt. He and Linda were an item for a while. There was so much talent floating around SoCal at that time. All part of what they call the Laurel Canyon sound or the California sound

[@davidmaholchic6146]

Thank you

[@lauriebutler4115]

Love love his voice. You must listen to his duet with James Taylor - a version of It Used to be Her Town. Their voices are fantastic together.

[@russellewandowski843]

The Orbison observation is quite astute. Definite Eagles vibe as he was a contributor to the Eagles catalog as a songwriter. Nice voice.

[@benmobi]

JD Souther was one of the greatest songwriters of all time. He co-wrote some of the Eagles best songs, most notably of which is "New Kid In Town" . You can pretty much mix & match songs of he and Glen Frey interchangeably, they sounded that much alike.

[@librarylady13]

[@cornpop8299]

Souther told us that Roy Orbison, who had a hit with "Only The Lonely," was a big influence on this song. Said Souther: "I was a little kid when I first heard Roy Orbison, but he was magic. He's the guy that you turned out the lights and listened to his records by yourself - or with a girl - because he was just completely other-worldly. He had sarcastic and adventurous songs and great arrangements, and then that beautiful, almost operatic voice. Beautiful, natural deep echo on it. He is one of half a dozen or so rockabilly musicians that I really loved. When I was in junior high school was the first time I really started listening to that. But then I started playing drums all the time, and I got so fascinated with jazz, I didn't really think much about singing or making rock and roll records for quite a few years. The first song I ever heard called 'Only the Lonely' was this song that Frank Sinatra sang. It's a Johnny Mercer song; it's on a Sinatra album called Songs for Only the Lonely. There are a lot of songs with that name. But the beat that I used for 'You're Only Lonely' is that rockabilly beat. That sort of break in it was taken from another Roy Orbison record called 'I'm Hurtin'' that I really love."

[@gypsypearl38]

Some fun trivia , J.D. played Watty White on Nashville. He was the perfect person to play the part, plus he added some drama with Powers Boothe.

[@lukeknowles5700]

Great shirt, great song.

[@jackbrown8181]

Love the shirt Harri ......

[@littleogeechee223]

He also harkens back to a vocalist named Jimmy Clanton who had some hits in the ‘50s and ‘60s. Letter to An Angel and Just A Dream are two I can think of.

[@maureenchavez9719]

Doesn't matter where inspiration comes from what matters is what you do with it he wrote for Linda rodstant

[@errol-ih4jy]

JD Souther wrote this.