So Beautiful.. ❤️ Dionne Warwick “That's What Friends Are For” Reaction | Asia and BJ

[@ericstratton7600]

That's What Friends Are For" is a song written by Burt Bacharach and Carole Bayer Sager. It was first recorded in 1982 by Rod Stewart for the soundtrack of the film Night Shift, but it is better known for the 1985 cover version by Dionne Warwick, Elton John, Gladys Knight, and Stevie Wonder. This recording, billed as being by "Dionne & Friends", was released as a charity single for AIDS research and prevention. It was a massive hit, becoming the number-one single of 1986 in the United States, and winning the Grammy Awards for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals and Song of the Year. It raised over $3 million for its cause.

[@kenpaden]

Perfect description, loved it then and love it now!!

[@billyeskin7529]

Thanks wiki lol

[@mokumboi19]

And by the way, that movie Night Shift is an absolute low key classic. One of the funniest movies I've ever seen.

[@Peter-oh3hc]

Thanks. I completely forgot about the AIDS charity. Really appreciate the reminder

[@5parra]

Also check the Whitney Houston, Luther Vandross, Stevie Wonder and Dionne Warwick live version.. Master-class! 🥰😀👍🏽

[@Sober2003]

Gladys knight comes in like she was being held back!!! Dynamic voice! ❤️💪

[@ShadowHawk4219]

Gladys knocks this out of the park, she has an incredibly beautiful voice.

[@DashcamRiprock]

She blew the rest of them out of the water on this.

[@Beerglass1980]

Yes!👍

[@tonyporenshenko425]

She's a powerhouse

[@BushidoBrownSama]

She should have had more to do

[@jthale481]

This song unlocks memories from the 80's

[@jir63]

All are absolutely ace,...but Gladys...wow...just wow.

[@redlikewineagain697]

Gladys Knight is on a whole other level!! The pipes on her!

[@rcgamer]

I mean, to me, this is one of the greatest songs of all time.

[@MrModel--CAPTURED-ON-FILM]

This is one of those "musical moments" that's exceptional. Elton was especially noted for how good his singing voice is in this.

[@keithespinoza2064]

Four superstars. They all blew it up. Elton’s power was like the anchor of a track team. Beautiful song, touching, chills.

[@Jack-xj5dj]

True about Elton. Even though I don't vibe with him, you cannot gainsay his exceptional talent.

[@Jack-xj5dj]

​@@keithespinoza2064" Four Super stars"! Precisely! A musical "Dream Team"

[@caroljohnston1319]

What can I say...the best of the best❤

[@tonyporenshenko425]

More talent with these 4 legends than all the new musicians of today combined

[@sizzlechestmcmurphy4365]

The talent level here is off the chart. But you should know that there are current artists with crazy levels of talent too. They don't get any traction, but they're there if you look around.

[@tonyporenshenko425]

@@sizzlechestmcmurphy4365 adele isn't too bad

[@ceciljames9860]

They did record the song together and won a Grammy for song of the year, they are legends

[@donnabruhn6907]

I really love Dionne Warwick she was the leading Lady of Motown To me in the 60's and 70's

[@MissJojo7682]

I've said it before, and I'll say it again... Gladys and Stevie's smiles are absolutely infectious and completely light up a room. They both seem like they just love every single moment of life. BTW, this song always gives me goosebumps too (every single time I hear it). There's just something about those four legends singing together that is so powerful. I saw one video where Dionne and Stevie sung this song with Whitney and Luther at an awards show, and still, not even they gave me goosebumps like Dionne, Stevie, Elton & Gladys do.

[@yonsetv5223]

Whitney and luthor no goosebumps? You lying on that one

[@MissJojo7682]

@yon setv Nope, definitely not lying. I get goosebumps on several of Whitney and Luther's songs, but for some reason, just not on them singing this. I guess it's that, for me, nothing can compare to this version. As for Whitney and Luther's songs I do get goosebumps every time I hear Luther's, _Dance With My Father_ and Whitney's, _I Have Nothing._

[@ShadowHawk4219]

@@MissJojo7682 Well said Missjojo7682

[@kevinkimbrough8010]

Classic. 4 iconic singers. Harmonica and Gladys...come through

[@MRoyClark]

This wasn't a solo song. It was released by ''Dionne & Friends'' as an AIDS benefit single in 1985, and was the only hit version. It was GINORMOUS. Dionne Warwick is a legend, but she's not a songwriter. This was written by the legendary Burt Bacharach (Dionne Warwick's primary songwriter for over 20 years, at this point).

[@cog4life]

One of the most beautiful collaborations ever!! ❤🎶

[@charlesweaver7350]

I'm 55 years old and every time I hear it makes me want to tell someone I love ❤ them....

[@goldilox369]

I'm 42, same. ❤️

[@surlechapeau]

Asia & BJ, Dionne's best were written by the team of Burt Bacharach & Hal David. "I Say A Little Prayer", "Walk On By", "Do You Know The Way To San Jose" and "Alfie". Warwick + Bacharach + David = Timeless music!!

[@futuregenerationz]

...Message to Michael, Anyone who had a heart, or ‎''(Theme From) Valley Of The Dolls''. This song was from the 80s, but she was a huge part of the sound that was the 60s

[@lynnepashley4281]

Heartbreaker Bee gees wrote for her

[@TheDivayenta]

This is a complete vocal master class! Yes, they are the original performers of this song.

[@lancejones290]

Top shelf all day long

[@donakmarie]

I love Dionne’s older music. “ I Say a Little Prayer” is my absolute favorite of hers. ❤️

[@DirtMaguirk]

and Walk On By covered by Isaac Hayes

[@Calamity_Jack]

Me too! I love her other older songs too like, "Anyone Who Had a Heart," "Walk On By," "Do You Know the Way to San Jose," "I'll Never Fall in Love Again," and on and on!

[@Kelly-just-kelly]

i'll never love this way again is beautiful

[@shyamnair786]

Love Dionne's version but Aretha's is the definitive version

[@marklee7236]

Legends ❤️❤️❤️

[@Northumbergull]

They ALL took this song to CHURCH, y'all 🙏💞

[@singingmanmd]

@2:15 to 2:20. The way Ms. Dionne phrased the line was music to my heart. I saw the two of you caught it to both of you said"mmm ooo". I feel you! Ms. Dionne can phrase her a** off!!

[@lavenderbluemama953]

I've been smiling through my tears to this song for over 30 years. Loved it then, love it still. Thanks guys!

[@yolandabrooksqueenofsevens]

I still love this song 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@TheDivayenta]

This was written by Burt Bacharach who wrote most of Dionne’s big hits like Walk On By, Do You Know the Way to San Jose, etc,😊

[@487shawntower4]

One of the most underrated singers of her time, problem for Dionne was the field of female singers was stunning at that time!! but man could she sing!!

[@TheDivayenta]

Stevie Wonder on harmonica! Dionne is Whitney’s cousin. A brilliant singer! Genius Gladys! This was written for all four of them as a fundraiser for AIDS.

[@marisagettas]

I hadn’t heard this in probably two decades, but I knew every word. What a beautiful throwback song. Great reaction Asia & BJ!

[@ArniePorter]

It really doesn’t get any better than this. The song, the message, those voices, the vibes, the love. No autotune. Perfection.

[@Gregg-ij4yk]

When each artist started singing their part, the gates of Heaven just flew wide open, wider and wider.. This particular era definitely produced the greatest vocalists of ALL times, hands down. These artists can literally snatch your heart out your chest without even trying hard with their angelical voices.🌹

[@Lokahi-fo-life]

People, rewatch this and watch Asia. It’s a reaction video in itself. I was in college and intoxicated, but what I remember it was released as Dionne and friends. Not not just a beautifully written song, it was beautifully composed and performed.

[@jeannieschmidt2217]

This song is simply PERFECTION in every way - sung by four musical ICONS.

[@ButOneThingIsNeedful]

What a truly incredible vocal lineup! Are you kidding me??!!

[@jailnurse]

You should do Dionne Warwick 'Heartbreaker'. Written by the Bee Gees and they also do the backing vocals.

[@russgilbertson8689]

Hello Asia and BJ this is one of the greatest song !! Dionne Warrick is the Best.

[@zanohoriamazo1]

Good that you mentioned writers credit. SUPER IMPORTANT: This song was actually written by a great composer songwriter by the name of Burt Bacharach, who along with a lyricist named Hal David, met Dionne in the ‘60’s & pulled her in to sing their music, of which several of the songs became major hits on soul & maybe bigger hits on pop radio stations. It was unusual because these 2:white dudes writing, & Dionne’s voice is so distinct, & just struck a sweet spot with audiences. Songs like What the World Needs Now, I Say A Little Prayer for You, & What Do You Get When You Fall In Love, just to name a few, became known worldwide, like mid to late ‘60’s. Back to this song, that it’s actually was recorded to raise awareness for the struggle with AIDS going on at the time. So it’s a type of charity effort, similar to the We Are The World project. Burt co-wrote the song with his wife Carol Bayer Sager, & iconic actress, Elizabeth Taylor also had a lot to do with public representation & promotion. Dionne is actually Whitney’s cousin, not her aunt. Cissy Houston, Whitney’s mom, is actually Dionne’s aunt. Trips me out when people watch We Are The World & they usually love how Dionne sounds on the 2nd verse of the song, but they don’t know who she is. Just speaks to how extensive music is & the legacy of black artists they laid such a deep foundation to build on & the music is timeless. 👍🏾

[@loisdunfee873]

All four sang in the song We are the World. This song will still be relevant a 100 years from now

[@DanHenderson-s8d]

Gladys and Elton weren’t on We are the World

[@tarahpeterson4696]

Elton and Gladys weren’t on it….but they DEFINITELY missed out not having them!!! ❤️🥰

[@ronaldelliott4373]

Hey guys, check out a song Dionne wrote and gave to Chicago. It’s called “Look Away,” and became one of their biggest hits. ( Which is somewhat surprising, since their catalog contains more than 25 plus albums.)

[@sharonkempf1276]

I'm super impressed that y'all recognized all 3 of the legends singing with Dione. Most of the reactors I have watched doing this song haven't recognized them all.

[@lisaa6755]

Gladys was on the Masked Singer. i want to say first season. and Kenan Thompson was the guest judge for her reveal. and it was hilarious watching him. he knew who she was and how magnificent she sings.

[@danjoda755]

You guys saw Dionne Warwick killing it in "We Are The World." 👼🕊️ Remember, not only were her vocals incredible, but she had the second coolest jacket next to Michael.Jackson 😁

[@rik4369]

Both of your reactions are priceless. This is why us old folks keep our albums. Makes your heart smile! Gladys just laud back and when it was finally her time, she put it out their. Elton, sung from his heart too. 4 of the greats!

[@leegriffin2582]

thank u BJ- yes- u knew ms dionne was whitneys aunt ! aww love it- me and bestest friend! if we hear it in grocery store! playin - we always text each other ! lol - our fav song ! ms dionne- sir elton - and ms gladys ! and stevie wonder ! plays harmonica AND sang too ! love ya

[@teri7398]

Great song and collaboration of singers. Dionne brought them in to sing as "friends", lol

[@timothyherring3211]

I wish they had a love button to push , and I could push it over and over again. Love love love it. Motown was great back in the day

[@deborahcornell171]

I'm in my 60's, older but not ancient. And yet I've already lost my two best, lifelong friends. One to cancer when she was only 52..the other to Alzheimers a few years later. I have one other dear friend from childhood but she lives far away. We were all each other's support systems during bad times & loads of fun always. My goodness, this song makes me miss them so much. Now, I often feel stranded alone somewhere. Those kinds of friends don't come along every day. Cherish your oldest & dearest friends. 💙☮💙

[@dasnyder31]

She’ll always be “psychic friends network “ !!

[@jhoeofhoe]

I dont know you or them but i hope that youre living your best life, same to your friends

[@deborahcornell171]

@@jhoeofhoe I'm trying but I know I need to try a little harder. And I feel sure my friends are in a good place. They were both beautiful souls. Thank you so much for such a kind reply. It made me smile & I appreciate your thoughtfulness so much.💙

[@jhoeofhoe]

@@deborahcornell171 were in this together deborah life is hard but we keep on pushing and im sure they were great souls

[@clintcalvert9250]

The world needs so much more like this

[@debbiechang5781]

I’m pretty sure it was marketed as “Dionne & Friends”. In any case, it’s a beautiful song! Great reaction. 🌺✌️

[@llschnitz]

Dionne Warwick: " I Know I'll Never Love This Way Again" is a very beautiful song and a top twenty hit.

[@TheMkamix]

Wow! Four Legends. I had never seen this video before. Thanks for the reaction.

[@woodchucknation]

I’ll Never Love This Way Again by Dionne Warwick, excellent. Also so is Heartbreaker.

[@thomastimlin1724]

Dionne is one of my favorite singers growing up...her voice so stylish and recognizable on the radio. You knew it was her within the first 3 notes. But to do a record with Stevie Wonder, Gladys Knight, and Elton John.... fabulous!! Stevie Wonder is the King!!

[@MyASMR777]

Great Great Great....period!! Makes you appreciate your friends. All of them killed it!! They are awesome!! Great reaction too!!!

[@dugdoll3295]

A most magical musical foursome Elton 👉Dionne👉Gladys👉Stevie Telling ya, Stevies harmonica puts tears in my eyes with it’s meloncholi feel

[@BlairandGeorgie]

4 legends singing such a beautiful song. One of a kind how lucky we are to have this to listen to. ❤

[@rodb9275]

Dionne Warwick is great. Please do more of her.

[@aloquicious]

Burt Bacharach wrote these amazing, emotional jerking melodies on his piano and then invited lyricists such as Hal David or his wife, Carol Bayer Sager to write the words. Its absolutely magical when the music and lyrics come together evoking emotions such as this one does.

[@geraldjackson3921]

This is the original version of the song and it's just says Dionne Warwick because it's on her album (Friends) And you guys should check out ( wake up everybody ) By brandy and various artists

[@Eowyn187]

What a great reaction. I had to back up midway and watch BJ twice, feeling Gladys' voice. I felt that!

[@travisrich3284]

The version with Luther Vandross and Whitney Houston live is just incredible as well.

[@Eowyn187]

Lord knows I love them both. But nothing touches this version right here.

[@yonsetv5223]

@@Eowyn187 Vocally Whitney and luther DEFINITELY touched it. It was live as well 🤷

[@markkarlosayo3714]

@@Eowyn187 definitely!

[@jayeell1253]

Yea that was good, but some originals will always be the best

[@carolynwilliams7701]

Please react to the one with Whitney and Luther live!!

[@Cynthia...]

It is a definite goose bump song.

[@crist67mustang]

I use to sing this song throw karaoke, headphones and nothing more, in my bed, alone in ny house. The most full of soul song ever. Dionne Worwick and Burt Bucharach are my spirit of live. Greetings from 🇨🇱 Santiago Chile SouthAmerica

[@paulhuggett7503]

A really great version of this song can be found on The Royal Variety Performance 1995 (I think) just enter the title and add Cliff Richard and friends. A whole load of mega stars sing on 'this' version too! I met Dionne Warwick in August 2004. She was very personable and quite good looking! Her male keyboard player Val, was a scream!😀

[@royschmidt675]

Both of you looked in awe ! As I did ! ❤️🙏

[@yvettemaldonado3725]

When pure talent gets together and melt your heart 😍😍😍😍

[@bobdelp2023]

I KNEW YOU'D ENJOY THIS YOU GUYS, HITS YOU RIGHT IN THE OLE HEART FOR SURE! :) AND ELTON'S THE ICING ON THE CAKE! :)

[@back2fla]

I hope the whole world never forget about this beautiful song, lyrics are a heavenly message to all❤

[@jet07son]

im so glad i grew up in this time period , the music / musicians were outstanding

[@garfield122010]

On the single it said Dionne and friends, it has been redone featuring Whitney and Luther too, this is the original and the best version ❤❤❤

[@shaunconnerley4345]

U so righr

[@shaunconnerley4345]

DIONNE WARWICK is Whitney Houstons aunt

[@billywatters2903]

@@shaunconnerley4345 Cousin.

[@brynneholt1990]

Dionne also had a solo in the USA for Africa - We are the World.

[@pffp6246]

Another beautiful throwback thank you so much , beautiful beautiful 🤩

[@rk41gator]

Such a beautiful woman with such a beautiful voice and beautiful friends! Dionne.

[@rodhanson7112]

This song will never get OLD and for a Blind man who writes all of his songs and sings and plays the harmonica and keyboards Stevie Wonder is a WONDER

[@aleyah_forlife]

Pure Beauty

[@rolandorojas3800]

I known this song as sang by Dionne Warwick and Friends.

[@juliesipes8007]

Beautiful, feel-good song. If this doesn’t give you chills then you don’t have a pulse!

[@rk41gator]

This is Dionne's song but a special performance. Don't get no more special than these singers! Singing from the heart.

[@krimmie1111]

JUST SOOOOOO GOOD.........Ahhhhh memories....:)

[@tokencitizen5511]

Dionne so smooth and effortless. Legend 🔥

[@minneyruth]

This is one of the best songs ever sung in my opinion. The world needs to listen to this. They all make your heart happy 😊 ❤❤

[@olliemerritt9279]

Makes me tear up every time!! 4 amazing legends who don't try and out sing each other!! Beautiful!

[@Whiteshark111]

The world needs more of this

[@audreys5651]

We had great music back in the day.

[@Kelly-just-kelly]

gladys knight, ahh, just superb

[@greganderson1445]

Freshman year in high school. Still a feel good song that is much needed today! Can't beat a true friend!

[@tinaburkhalter6111]

Asia , there are no bad questions ! The video is thats what friends are for ....daaah ... Great friends ! 😍😍

[@mistyanderson4567]

Oh I've always loved this song. They all have beautiful voices. Dion and Gladys have beautiful iconic voices. Thank you for reacting to this song🤗✌️

[@alansmithson6381]

Asia, your face says it all. How much you enjoyed it. 😊 great stars singing what we should all be singing about. 😊👍

[@donnabost4445]

This is one of my favorite performances, and FUN FACT She was one of the singers in "WE ARE THE WORLD".

[@tamarz]

Loved Asia reaction in this, just sat there enthralled the whole video. Beautiful song!!

[@David-l3i2f]

Beautiful.

[@ethanfox7457]

What a line up 💛 great song.

[@u.s.veteranandpatriot7511]

Dionne was in the WE ARE THE WODLD video- singing with Willie Nelson

[@lisazaccardimeunier8378]

She's in the We Are the World song, and was on the Masked Singer a few seasons ago. I believe this was released as "Dionne Warwick and Friends".

[@gilley58]

BJ is Right this is one of Dionne Warwick songs

[@Curraghmore]

Watching this video, it's nice to think that all four of them are still alive and well. That often isn't the case with classic music videos like this.

[@jimipalmer5041]

I'll Never Fall In Love again was ingrained in my mind many years ago...Dionne is something special.

[@loisrogers2511]

Always gives me chills too Asia

[@sharonchaput9705]

Wow! This was amazing!!!

[@darthraider3466]

Positive energy!! I miss the 80's