Africa - MonaLisa Twins & Mike Massé (Toto Cover)

[@carlosdegol8751]

Great song, great singers, great guitarists, GREAT.................................... ! ! !

[@astrigal18]

The harmonies are outstanding.

[@trevorfromengland]

Outstanding..... this is the best cover of Africa I've heard 💛💜❤💚💙🧡

[@francisjanes6319]

Toto performing Africa live is magical especially with David Paich as the lead singer. However, there is a simplicity and beauty when three ultra talented musicians come together to replicate a masterpiece like Africa. I'm grateful that they have put this iconic piece of music here for the world to enjoy again and again.

[@kennrothman205]

There are NO words I can say to describe how INCREDIBLE this sounds. EACH AND EVERY ONE OF YOU ARE AWESOME !

[@malclee6246]

I couldn't agree with you more, where do I see these live? I'd love to see them and would willingly pay for a gig!😃🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🤩🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🎸😁🎼

[@rodneycaupp5962]

SYMPHONIC SWEET BABES..... voices o0f Angels

[@stanwagner4788]

Ladies.... absolutely fantastic....

[@peterglynn2128]

MonaLisa twins. Africa. Perfection !!

[@bettyswunghole3310]

I never cease to be amazed by the girls' talent.

[@kennrothman205]

This should be SOMEWHERE in HALL OF FAME !!! Just AMAZING!

[@phildean4375]

I’ve just searched and listened to 10+ Africa covers in a row. THIS is simply far and away THE best one!!

[@shaadydog1]

Did you listen to the one he did with Jeff Hall in the pizza shop 10 years ago?

[@tonygraham9232]

Incredible XX

[@phildean4375]

@@KASPA-KEY On your recommendation I’ve just revisited the Pizza Shop. Out of my original 10, I think that was #9! Great version. I was looking at the weather through the window behind them thinking, wouldn’t it be just great to be there with a warm pizza and a cold beer?

[@DanPurdy1]

Choir Choir also has a great version.

[@DemocracyManifest]

It's criminal this has under a million views. Absolutely stunning rendition.

[@matthewhackett1710]

indeed, compared to some of the "clickbait" rubbish. This is uplifting, always a pleasure to the ears.

[@SystemExclusive]

Getting closer! 😊

[@Rickimusic]

Working on it.

[@MrVenona]

Only 2,000 more to go!

[@PapaCuse]

Africa reached ONE MILLION VIEWS today Friday March 17, 2023 during the Noon Hour Dallas / Ft Worth time

[@tomd7504]

The harmonies truly gave me chills!

[@louiegassen6237]

What Harmony!!! Love the MonaLisa Twins!!

[@carlosm.devasconcelllos3939]

👏"i bless the rain down in Africa". And I pray to God to keep blessing you.

[@dne50]

Never heard of these people. I thought "what can a couple of acoustic guitars and a bass and three vocals do with this great song??". I wasn't going to bother watching. WoW!!! Am I glad I did. Nice job!

[@daviddemar8749]

Welcome to the club. Please subscribe and take the time to check out the MLTs Beatles covers. I promise you that you will love them

[@DougRayPhillips]

And check out Mike Masse's covers of a whole wad of music from the 50s on forward.

[@jphilli7929]

Agree'd

[@salort2934]

With Monalisa Twins you can expect the best on any song they cover

[@wjh8881]

This guy and these women are just plain good. I'm so glad I stumbled into them. I heard them cover a Beatle's song and didn't miss a note, which is nexto impossible. It was "Baby You Can Drive My Car." I

[@Lara-wr2nm]

The chorus gave me chills. This made me appreciate this song more than I ever did Beautiful!!! 💙

[@MattsBrabus]

Totally changed the way I heard this track

[@2amasiusgemini2]

Dear Mike Masse, this is by far the best version of this song you ever did. Congratulations on the idea to invite the MonaLisa Twins to play and sing with you.

[@liner011f7]

It's the kink of video that I wish I could give more than one upvote.

[@melomanstaruszek9455]

There's another brilliant song with Mike and these wonderful ladies, called: If I Needed Someone

[@caelachyt]

His version with Jeff Hall was better, and has 13 million views.

[@garybekhor7707]

Weezer are probably the only other cover that works

[@022358A]

@@caelachyt that was ten years ago. When you were five!

[@ziplock4711]

WOW.... WOW...WOW....CHILLING....MOVING....SOUL TOUCHING....

[@dougrose2452]

The way the split from unison into three-part harmony is special.

[@russherrell9225]

I would like to point out that a strong unison segment like that is usually harder to do well than the harmony parts, and few groups do them live anywhere close to as well as this ad hoc trio did. These three are extremely talented and really nailed this part. Just watch some awards show where a couple of big names try to do a song together with just a couple days of rehearsals.... This performance is a whole new level of professional.

[@rangerb4xguard]

The harmonies are so amazing! So glad I found this!

[@tommymoon306]

How many times have I heard to this song? But, this was like listening to it for the first time. I can't believe it took me 4 years to find it! Breathtakingly beautiful.

[@kennrothman205]

Had to hear this one again!!!

[@pgm3]

Good lord, that was LIVE!

[@rafaellacera7193]

Mona Lisa Twins and Michael Masse , the perfect combination. Wow !

[@glencarson2635]

Three of the most talented musicians on youtube... no question.

[@Mr-Foad]

the vocal power in this blows me away ... best version !

[@johnshyer6287]

Mike Masse's smile every time the twins sang told the whole story.

[@tdswift4172]

Us geezers love the attention of younger women.

[@SS-qo4xe]

Am I allowed to come back and give more praise. Just so good.

[@fazaoaii]

the best cover i've ever heard of this song.

[@ral7013]

The pleated skirt/dress with black stockings and red hair looks *so* pretty!

[@kennrothman205]

It amazes me how three voices can sound like a choir at times...and the guitars are just amazing as well! THANK YOU!!!

[@ViaticalTree]

Chills when that chorus hit.

[@4thArmoredVet]

Most spiritual version I've ever heard. The harmonies are transcendental!

[@jk11463]

Great cover version! Hearing this song always reminds me of my childhood growing up in Hartford, Connecticut, USA. Toto’s founding members Jeff, Mike and Steve Porcaro were our next door neighbors before the family packed their bags and moved to Los Angeles to pursue their musical dreams. They were great neighbors and friends.

[@thomas49368]

The ladies are superbly talented. And Mike has some pipes too.

[@paulmannes8748]

SO NICE to see musicians having fun and appreciating each other. The Twins clearly enjoy singing together, and enjoyed Michael's great feel for this song. Well Done!

[@kennrothman205]

Back again, and I have to say, of all the versions and all the groups I have heard doing this song....Y O U have done it THE BEST and I will ALWAYS come back to watch and listen to this again!

[@dalgaboyu]

incredible vocals - perfect THANK YOU THANK YOU

[@doc5380]

Great harmonies, one of the best I have heard in the twins catalog. The twins voices are a great blend with Mike Masse's. Definitely should do another.

[@888biblestudy]

creativity, personality and presence. Need I say more?

[@pjmurphy920]

I never liked this song very much until this version with Mike Masse' and the Mona Lisa Twins!!! WOW!! They are all awesome musicians (and people)!

[@brucejoslen2021]

Outstanding !! My hair stood on end ! When you get a physical reaction like that you know that there's a winner right here.

[@stews9]

This harmony made me tear up. Fantastic.

[@mikereilly8306]

That's just fabulous. Wow!

[@saticonthree5050]

This is simply OUTSTANDING!!!!!

[@leroymcquay7592]

DAMN!!! That is some tight, beautifully blending harmony!!!

[@alphabravo76]

Mille bravo from France-Normandy

[@leonprice2467]

I'm in love with the harmonies.

[@ValhallaBeckons]

Chills, y'all... chills.

[@charlesrobert9527]

That was brilliant. Really, really good.

[@tracyavent-costanza346]

you guys nailed that. Emaj/Bminor

[@andrewmorrison-young4906]

Wow. Stunning. The blend of voices and instruments are beautiful. Thank you.

[@hugh-johnfleming289]

Tutorial on actual harmony, not the current trend of just singing together...

[@xenocephalus]

Performance equally good to the original while not being just a copy. Outstanding.

[@robertstammer5943]

Everything that is, ever was or will be, can be soo much better by adding The MonaLisa Twins. I am enamored!

[@yves2075]

Strumming that 12-stringer for that long, Kudos Mona!

[@wardenweaver3320]

I have an old man's crush on the MonaLisa Twins which brought me to this song, but OMG, Mike Masse, your vocals are absolutely amazing! I must have listened to this song several times a day for a couple of weeks, and will probably continue doing so. Thank you for posting this.

[@garyodom474]

😏 U2? I just love these girls too! And this song is beautifully done.

[@ck-mystic]

The walking bass, hum, listen!. The voices!

[@kenhanson4015]

Wow, just WOW! Whenever I think the twins couldn't get any better, they do something like this. The future of music is in good hands. And Mr. Masse...respect well deserved.

[@DrRussPhd]

Simply stellar. Thanks you all.

[@rodneycaupp5962]

I think that in Spirit, and under GODS LAW.. of love..., Love..., LOVE..., these 2 are the most beautiful duet in all time.... I am 73, so the Beatles taught >>> us and them.... LOOK AT MONA LISA TWINS. These 2 have grown into the absolute best people in ROCK and ROLL and in every music they touch. So beautiful too mine eyes, such glory Ladies. ( Dad and Mom did good..., and still rock with their angels.

[@jeffthebracketman]

This video should prove once and for all that today's noise is ANYTHING BUT music - here are three people, playing REAL instruments instead of a computer, they are playing their OWN instruments, singing BEAUTIFUL harmonies with nary an AUTOTUNE plugin in sight, THANK YOU MIKE, MONA, & LISA!!!! You have given me hope that REAL MUSIC is not dead!!!

[@TheFULLMETALCHEF]

One of the best covers I’ve ever seen

[@richardheley3524]

Wonderful, Thank you.

[@wagonmaster1974]

I am astounded by this! Pluck Mike out of his environment, sprinkle just a bit of MonaLisa Twins dust over him, sit the girls and him down and listen to the magic. Absolutely bowled over by the harmonious way yall's voices blend + an Ovation and a Maton 12 string, along with the fiddle bass....I don't think it gets any better than this. Thanks for recording it and putting it on KZbin for all of us to wonder at. Wow!

[@6StringPassion.]

I'm a thrill seeker - which explains why I keep coming back and listening to this again and again. It's guaranteed to do the trick, every time.

[@jungroe]

What a breathtaking performance! This is what you get when 3 remarkable artists give it their best. Beautiful musical perfection to blow you away. This would make Toto proud!!! Indeed.

[@samuelrodrigues5343]

Fantastic singing.

[@brianstaugust]

This is just a fantastic cut and everyone deserves kudos, but I have to send out a special applause for Lisa Wagner's bass playing on this cut. I think Lisa has grown into one of the best lead guitarists around, but hearing her on bass makes me wonder just how incredibly talented this lovely lady is... just amazing. And everything she does is understated ... leads, licks, anything ... it's always perfect, but never done in an egoistic manner. I have total respect for both of the girls, but Lisa really did a wonderful job here.

[@rosstodorovic4438]

This is like the 10th time I've come back to watch this. Great stuff

[@kaelsimoes]

The best crossover of singers who I knew thanks to KZbin.

[@jamesrviar526]

Speechless...

[@stevenvicino8687]

Seems like almost everyone has covered this. Wasn't expecting much but I was very surprised. Simple yet powerful treatment. Well done one and all.

[@timtv2826]

I like Mike's smile at 00:58 when he hears The Twins voices. Seems like he is thinking this is going to be special. He was right.

[@piggly-wiggly]

They play that like they've been a trio for years.

[@gregorybarr6112]

Wow! Who could not like this sound?

[@GDTRFBBB]

Wow. The chorus harmonies are sublime!

[@hjmmjh4566]

Just amazing!

[@dizpatcher01]

This is outrageously great. Loved Toto and what an addition you are to Mike's classic rocker. It must have been a great thrill to play along. Unbelievable harmony!!

[@ottoklarn2014]

Mike Masse' and the Monalisa Twins.....Such a great combination. Once again some folks have made a cover fully equal to the original, with the vocals soaring so tight, playing all of three instruments flawlessly. I WANT MORE!!

[@nblackmore]

Fantastic rendition of a great song. I love how Mike smiles when the twins come in with their harmonies. Amazing talent.

[@tdswift4172]

What vintage man would not smile surrounded by these talented lovelies?

[@welightonmoreira7582]

I heard this version for the first time, and I just couldn't stop listening. You surprised me again. Wonderful vocals and arrangements. Congratulations for another excellent work.

[@sallysings7766]

OMG this sounds insane! Wow, I’m speechless!!!

[@williampitman5831]

I agree

[@karllemburg8605]

It's just heartwarming....amazing well done .... these harmonies fit in so well ... Great performance the girls with Mike Massé !

[@sidavies3921]

This made the hairs on the back of my neck stand up , and that is a sign of a great song for me. Not since Bobby did the original have i heard such a strong male vocal , and even the great Joseph Williams struggled to hit the high notes , Great job Mike. Great job girls also , the harmonies are beautiful . Wishing you all the best x

[@dinilsonmichelin2931]

two beauties and a beast, splendid performance 👏👏👏👏

[@reedjarvis3824]

Mike great vocals and I love the way the girls harmonize lower than Mike... great off set! Terrific!

[@giorgiotronconi4136]

Amazing!!!!!!!!!!!

[@gerardgalletta6943]

The base line in that performance was great

[@rafaelaguiar1365]

lovely version...regards from Brazil

[@bobbyo111]

this is just stunning...talk about killing harmonies, wooahhhh

[@Sesquihoral]

utterly awesome

[@carlwilder6105]

Once again, a beautiful song standing the test of time. Then Mona & Lisa sing it at it is suddenly even more beautiful than before. Awesome job.

[@dennisgrover3008]

The 3-part harmony is as good as it gets, and I love the way it was produced. My favorite part is the way Lisa ends it on the bass - very nice. I wish I could have been there to see it live.

[@michaelbernard9800]

I don't know if I have commented on this one or not, but this is one of my favorite tunes on the radio from back when. And you girls provide such an excellent chorus and melody it could not hardly be any better done by Toto, themselves. Thoroughly enjoyed this rendition!!! Thank you for sharing!

[@eddriver7815]

Beautifull ... simply beautifull .... more ... more ....

[@kevtekmagnum]

This is Awesome. .

[@tomsmith833]

I find myself playing this video everyday, perfect cover

[@hs7695]

The same thing happened to me. Great performance.

[@EJBing]

It’s not a cover, it’s a tribute ❤️

[@kennrothman205]

I am back because this song is just AMAZING! With headphone on and volume at the top...WOW!

[@nevilledarman8n21]

Beautiful version and as always beautiful twins👌😍😍😍🇦🇺❤️❤️❤️

[@moodylicious]

@Rob Pritzlaff Yes! "Never Comes the Day" would be killer! Or "Land of Make Believe"

[@kennrothman205]

3 voices yet I am hearing an entire choir of amazing talented people!