BEAUTIFUL!| FIRST TIME HEARING The Rascals - A Beautiful Morning REACTION

[@timward3116]

"People Just Got To Be Free" is a great Rascals hit, too! That one is a MUST!

[@davidevans3175]

YES!!

[@Lfg117]

🔥

[@sjd5750]

Good Lovin' as well!

[@christines1709]

My favorite song by this group is How Can I Be Sure!

[@ultracalicokittycat]

beautiful

[@DerekDominoes]

Yep. That's the Rascals song they should react to next.

[@goldilox369]

Oh. Mine too! Definitely need a reaction to this.

[@lisarainbow9703]

Mine too!! Those vocals get me...

[@user-ii4zf5iq3t]

My Favorite Too! 💕

[@gkiferonhs]

One of the World's best "get your day off to a good start" song!!! You'd also like. "Good Lovin'"

[@JamesBond-ib9tq]

Radio stations loved playing this in the morning on your way to work or school.

[@LoveOldMusic808]

"Good Loving" had classic guitar chords; C, F and G. Such a fun song for kids to learn.

[@vvcougar71]

"How can I be sure" is another beautiful song and "People Got to be Free" was one of my favorite songs when it came out.

[@dennytaylor1005]

This one. This one, this one, this one!

[@richmendez7962]

Don't be fooled they were a great group. They competed in the 60's with the greatest groups of our time. And they held their own.

[@surlechapeau]

Jay & Amber, you'll love their "People Got To Be Free" and"Good Lovin' " !!!

[@richardrump4926]

I agree...

[@jhood758]

Yes!!

[@empire7179]

Did we have some good music back in the days or WHAT!!!

[@beefoneeto]

They didn't do the original Good Lovin,

[@richvitale8405]

Two must songs to listen too

[@rrailguitar2211]

There's a story that one day The Rascals were recording in the Atlantic studios in New York. The studio door opened and Otis Redding stuck his head in. "I wanted to see if you guys were really white," Otis said. The Rascals are one of my favorite 60s bands. Felix Cavaliere was the lead singer here; he also played keyboards, mostly Hammond organ. Dino Danelli was one of the great drummers of the time, Gene Cornish played guitar, and Eddie Brigati was the second vocalist and also cowriter with Felix of the group's hits. Onstage they set up like The Doors with no bass player. Felix got bass with the organ pedals. The backing vocals you hear were Eddie and his brother David who was an uncredited fifth member. My other Rascals faves are "People Got To Be Free," "Lonely Too Long," "What Is The Reason," and "Carry Me Back." Some live clips of the band show what an amazing drummer Dino was.

[@nathanwahl9224]

I wonder who was the studio bassist then, this sure as hell is NOT pedals. Whoever it was, was incredible, what a fantastic line!! Very funky, bouncy, running a counter-melody the whole time. Not way under-rated, it's totally unknown, adds so much. What a shame. Sorry to hear that their live performances didn't have it.

[@rrailguitar2211]

@@nathanwahl9224 In their early recordings Gene Cornish would dub in simple bass parts. Later they brought in session players, probably based in New York. The two names I remember reading about are Richard Davis and Chuck Rainey. There may have been a couple others. Richard Davis had a jazz background, played on Van Morrison's "Astral Weeks" LP and early Springsteen records. Chuck Rainey played on a ton of records (such as "Aja"), and was a favorite of The Rascals. When the Brigatis left and Felix Cavaliere was trying to take the band in a jazzy direction Chuck was made a band member, though The Rascals didn't last much longer.

[@sf0tacticalguy]

I had heard that Otis Redding story before.

[@judydalton3812]

How CanI be Sure is a good one from the Rascals

[@greg2976]

My favorite by far !!!!!

[@deborabielik6017]

I like this one too Judy. The Rascals had a lot of good hits. This is back from my time. Yours too, Judy?

[@michaeldowson6988]

'How Can I Be Sure'.

[@greg2976]

Their best !!!!!!

[@williamarmstrong7721]

Most people think the song "You Better Run" as being a Pat Benetar song, but The Rascals wrote and recorded it first!

[@flamingostringfellow5399]

Love this tune. One of the Rascals best tunes. Blue eyed Soul at its finest.

[@sassymess7111]

"PEOPLE GOT TO BE FREE" was the number 1 song in America the day I was born on September 15th 1968.

[@stevenjohnson3883]

They had a LOT of great hits, try ", "Good Lovin!". "You better run", "Come on Up", "I've been lonely too Long", "A girl like You " , "Mustang Sally", and many others!!!!!

[@oldiesgeek454]

It wasn't until just a few years ago, that I heard their version of You Better Run. So I assume the Rascal's version is the original? 😊

[@stevenjohnson3883]

@@oldiesgeek454 Yes, it was written by group members Eddie Brigati and Felix Cavaliere,

[@greg2976]

"How can I be sure" is my favorite one!!!!!!

[@wilelowman]

Young Rascals - I Ain't Gonna Eat Out My Heart Anymore (1966), Lonely Too Long (1967), You Better Run (1966).

[@robertzimmerman2513]

I ain’t gonna eat my heart out anymore there’s a song cowritten by Pam Sawyer Motown, song writer. Who cowrote Love Child for, The Supremes.

[@donnakubiski5572]

I am putting in another vote for "How Can I Be Sure" which is my favorite of theirs. It's just a beautiful song that I could listen to over and over again and never get tired of hearing. I think you will love it.

[@flamingostringfellow5399]

Jay and Amber: The band would bill themselves as the Young Rascals for the last time with the single release of "It's Wonderful"; from that point on they were known as simply 'The Rascals'. Their first official single release as "the Rascals" was the optimistic 1968's "A Beautiful Morning", which reached #3. Internationally, the band was exceptionally popular in Canada where "A Girl Like You", "How Can I Be Sure?" and "A Beautiful Morning" all reached #1. But they struggled in the UK, where they only twice reached the top 75, with "Groovin'" (#8) and "A Girl Like You" (#35).

[@RuthKing-wm9nw]

So soulfull. Give a listen to all their songs..feel good and groovin music for sure!

[@hiawathasmalls3397]

"...each bird keeps singing its own song..." --- beautiful

[@stephanieo2509]

Always happy to see a Rascals reaction! They don't get enough recognition.

[@timward3116]

The [Young] Rascals had a very soulful sound. When I was growing up and they were popular, I had always just assumed they were a black group. Only years later did I discover they weren't. They had SOOOO many great hits, too, and often with really meaningful lyrics.

[@SugahShy]

How Can I Be Sure, Groovin' and Good Lovin' are required Rascals listening.❤

[@helgar791]

The original blue eyed soul band. I loved this song, but I loved their more soulful hits such as "I've Been Lonely Too Long", "A Girl Like You", "Good Lovin' ", and "How Can I Be Sure". It's a shame these guys broke up because they couldn't stand one another. Some other so called blue eyed soul groups may have been seen as appropriating a culture, but these guys were always respectful and always seemed to add to it. I saw them live twice during this era and they were great performers and great people.

[@user-ii4zf5iq3t]

💕 Love *"How Can I Be Sure"*

[@MetFan37]

I think the Righteous Brothers happened first, Bucko.

[@helgar791]

@@MetFan37 Well Bucko, the Righteous Brothers were not a group, Bucko. They, Bucko, were a duo, Bucko. And believe it or not, I saw the Righteous Brothers twice as well in the early 60's at the same Murray the K shows I saw the Young Rascals, at the Fox Theater here in NYC. Bucko. By the way, I also saw Smokey Robinson 5 times, The Temptations 3 times, The Supremes twice, Dusty Springfield, Dionne Warwick. and The Four Tops once, Martha and the Vandellas twice, Marvin Gaye once, and numerous do-wop bands. Bucko.

[@richardmartin9565]

"I've Been Loney Too Long". "Ain't Gonna Eat Out My Heart Anymore"

[@MrRiverfeverwa]

This is a total summer song! I love the feel.....

[@Citizenesse8]

This is a lovely song. You really should listen to Spanky and Our Gang, the song Like to Get to Know You. That's an overlooked gem and make sure you listen to the very end. I would be surprised if you didn't enjoy that one too.

[@proudmoon3]

You haven't heard these guys until you've heard "How Can I Be Sure?" 💜 Beautiful song!

[@landreaulover]

This song captures a beautiful Summer morning better than even a photograph can. Timeless classic!

[@christinewaide5249]

I literally sing this every time I go outside in the morning and the weather is beautiful. ❤

[@cosmiccowboy7764]

I think I’ll just go outside and smile Just take in some clean fresh air, boy 🎼🎶🎼🎶🤠

[@cosmiccowboy7764]

How can I be sure - is a vocals delight by Eddie Brigati

[@garyneilson3075]

The Rascals were sooooooo goooooood!!!

[@louisdellavalle2159]

“it’s a beautiful morning, think I’ll go outside a while, and just smile “

[@robbielux8353]

This group is something special Felix Cavalier, Eddie Brigitti, Dino Danelli, and Gene Cornish. Some of the best music of the decade with plenty of hits to discover for you two…I recommend I’ve Been Lonely Too Long, How Can I Be Sure, You Better Run, I Ain’t Gonna Eat Out My Heart to name a few. They had two lead singers in Felix who you’ve only heard so far and Eddie who was more of the tenor soulful voice in the band.

[@djdac7451]

The Rascals are one of the best bands....EVER!

[@col-hiwildcats6717]

First off, another great reaction to a great song Amber and Jay. This one is a blast from the past for me. I've always loved this song as a huge Rascals fan. One spring morning in 1969 I was walking into a college building for an 8:30 class. This guy came walking out of the building from a 7:30 class and looked around as he was leaving the building and broke out into this very song. He sang out loud "It's a beautiful morning. I think I'll go outside for a while." Without thinking I responded in song "And just smile." He grinned at me, and we stood 3 feet apart on the sidewalk in Tahlequah, OK and sang this complete song. He sang lead and I sang the background/harmony vocals. A few people stopped to watch and listen, but nobody said anything. We finished, gave each other a high five and went on our way. I went to my class, and he went wherever it was he was headed. Have no idea who the guy was and have never seen him again. But it was an incredible memory attached to an amazing tune. Thanks for letting me share this. Keep up the terrific reactions guys. You rock! Peace out.

[@Falstaff-mr8fk]

Somewhere in listening to The Rascals, you need to listen to How Can I Be Sure.

[@staffsblue3812]

"Good Lovin'," the live version is a must.

[@stephentoto6564]

Yes "How Can I Be Sure" Rascals!

[@wpollock1]

"How Can I Be Sure" is so GOOD! Highly recommended as are the others noted below.

[@stevehovsepian3168]

Felix Cavaliere one of the greatest lead singers for one of the most iconic groups of the 60’s. Their song ‘Good Lovin’ is a must listen.

[@Markrealguy51]

A girl like you and love is a beautiful thing are 2 more Rascals songs very much worth playing,enjoy

[@horacerobinson7149]

Thanks for getting back to me Rascals guys. Here’s a couple of suggestions Good Lovin (1966) How Can I Be Sure (1967) Thanks as always Jay and Amber 😊

[@floridaboy6051]

Good Lovin’ by them is an altogether different vibe, fast paced and rocking big time.

[@kathyrizzi8754]

I love this song & never gets sick of it. The Rascals were so good, every song!👍👏👏👏💜💜

[@MommaHub1966]

I'm so glad you finally got around to listening to this group because my dad was friends with Felix Cavaliere back in the day and my parents used to bring me to the venues when I was little and I was in a little car seat carrier and he would sing to me and I think that's the reason why I love music so much well and of course my dad played drums and my grandmother had a piano at her house so I was always playing with her piano and music definitely soothes the soul.

[@GaryKing-by4mb]

“How Can I Be Sure” and “Good Lovin” are both outstanding!

[@tinamilroy8983]

I've wanted Amber to hear this song for awhile! Everytime Amber says just make someone smile, I think of this song.

[@barrydobby1047]

Wonderful!....It's like Mom gently whispering "It's OK honey...everything's going to be alright..." right in the middle of the Vietnam war. We still desperately need to hear it! It's delightful watching you two discovering great music....it really is a blessing!

[@jimcerqua]

Felix Cavaliere lead vocal and keyboards on this one. Next try "How Can I Be Sure." Eddie Brigati takes the lead on that one. You won't be disappointed.

[@FavoriteMovieDate]

How Can I Be Sure by the Rascals is one of my favorite pop songs of all time. I must have played that 45 record 50 times in a row one afternoon. I love these guys and light hearted pop like this. 10 out of 10 for sheer happiness!

[@kevincook4279]

Just wanted to relay sad news. The other half of the group Stealers Wheel, (of "Stuck In The Midde With You" fame), has passed away. Gerry Rafferty & Joe Egan were songwriters, and their harmonies were wonderful. "Stuck In The Middle With You" is an iconic track, but the song "Star" by them is really good, and Joe Egan sings lead vocals on that song, before harmonising with Gerry Rafferty. May Joe Egan rest in peace

[@rosannerizzo3070]

Is is my favorite song of theirs. It always makes my happy.

[@CarterG-n2c]

According to Wiki: The band initially went by the name “The Young Rascals.” However, they encountered a conflict with another group called the “Harmonica Rascals.” To avoid confusion, they dropped the “Young” and became simply “The Rascals”.

[@Gloren50]

The Rascals were probably my favorite group in High School. Everyone else was into the Beatles and the Stones, but not me. I loved their Summer in the City and all the other 'softer' rock/pop songs they had. Nothing made me feel as good as a Rascals song.

[@CarterG-n2c]

Love the Rascals! People Got to Be Free was another major hit from them.

[@t.r.1708]

Thx y’all! Yes People got to be free! Also, “How can I be sure?” Any Rascals!

[@trishwoodward4229]

This is another happy song that makes me feel good just hearing it

[@gpxo11]

Another great sunny feel good song is Spanky & Our Gang's Lazy Day!!

[@dudieb]

This song has been used in a lot of movies, TV shows, and commercials.

[@jamiefeliciano4874]

Another of my favorites by the Rascals (1967) is, "I've Been Lonely Too Long." Another monster classic!. I highly recommend it 😊

[@user-cd7ds7cs3z]

My fellow Jersey boys! The Rascals had hit after hit in the 1960's. Just feel good blue eyed soul!

[@rghilino6734]

One of the best groups of the 60s. New Jersey based.

[@waltw4537]

Thank you. Jay! Stop! Helped define a generation. Yeah "People Got To Be Free" and "Good Lovin'" are both great songs. Thanks!

[@gregokray6465]

One of the all time song's of summer.

[@jacqueline4514]

One of the happiest hits ever; much needed today! ❤

[@artiewithers6980]

“You Better Run” will tear the place down. They started as a rock and soul bar band, and drifted toward pop because they were so talented and versatile. Plus that’s where the money was then.

[@DarqJestor]

Another vote for "How Can I Be Sure". !!!

[@KevinOkimura]

How can I be sure!!! Must listen

[@kokostevens1071]

In Philly the morning radio stations would play this as you are getting work or school. That was the first thing most of us did, turn on the radio to put some pep in our step and this song did it.

[@joshs4594]

I was a kid when this song was released. I remember going outside on a gorgeous morning while my sister played her new record on her record player which I heard from her open window. I always think of that morning when I hear this song. 💖

[@pjmurphy920]

Love The Rascals and, like you both said, it's such a positive, loving, upbeat song. There other great songs were: How Can I Be Sure, Good Lovin', People Got to Be Free, I've Been Lonely Too Long and more. All of their songs were really great! Thanks Amber and Jay!! Peace & Love

[@Jims_Camera_at_dawn]

How can you not smile to this classic? 🌞🌞☕️☕️🎶🎵🎶

[@tomsales263]

GOOD LOVIN IS THE BEST SONG FROM THE RASCALS

[@TerryBurtner]

Lead singer, Felix Cavalier, had a solo hit called " Only a Lonely Heart Sees."

[@caryriggs5719]

Great song

[@ediefolta9494]

Saw the lead singer and songwriter Felix Cavalleri in performance right before the pandemic. He's still got it!

[@rayj1011]

What a great singer!

[@josephmilitello647]

Cavaliere

[@david_aloni]

Another great (Young) Rascals song is their top 10 hit, "How Can I Be Sure?"

[@unjaded2]

GREAT GROUP so many good songs to sing along with and just drive

[@marcnovellino2028]

Great band with a lot of hits great written songs

[@kaizer1903]

Great band, Felix Cavaliere has a tremendous voice.

[@jackempson3044]

Felix is an awesome singer. Many hits from them.

[@daddyguerrero]

This is exactly why the Beatles never allowed any of their songs to be used in commercials. They did want their songs to be connected to any products like shoes or cereals. That’s why Paul McCartney was livid when Michael Jackson used Revolution in a Sony commercial. Jay just proved the point.

[@jacqueline4514]

So many songs I don’t like to hear anymore, precisely because of them being used in commercials; it ruins it. What ever happened to jingles? 😂

[@UncleQue]

I think Revolution was actually used for a Nike ad.

[@juliemnm8273]

@@jacqueline4514 That's because they got to steal songs from artist, since they don't have any creativity themselves.

[@landreaulover]

@@jacqueline4514 Honestly, I don't really pay attention to the ads -- just the music. I'm an advocate for keeping great music alive - even if it's in a commercial. The song will be remembered long after the product is forgotten. There are exceptions -- I still think of Heinz ketchup whenever I hear Carly Simon's 'Anticipation'. Hope she made a killing on that ad!

[@Patrickrivasticksdrums]

Finally! Such a good song!!👍 👍 What memories!!! I'm reliving those times!

[@FunsongsMusicByPeterRahill]

One of my all-time fave bands of their era; glad you found them.

[@cog4life]

This is a feel good song and it’s lifted my spirits forever! 😊❤

[@rayd635]

When I use my wake up alarm on my phone, this is the song I use.

[@lilliansantiago3533]

Thanks this is a great idea!

[@joshsmith302]

Amber and Jordan you may like Allan Sherman (Hello Mudda Hello Fadda) 1963. Keep up with the good work 😎👍

[@cosmiccowboy7764]

Camp Granada

[@ENDTIMEsVideoLibrary]

This is Definitely an Open The Blinds and the Sun fills the room, have a Great Day kinda Song!! Love this one so much!

[@lindawhite5006]

THESE WERE SUCH SIMPLER TIMES...I MISS THOSE DAYS!!!

[@canarsie56]

Best blue eyed soul band from the 60s

[@jacketjim1]

The Rascals were a great 1960s band. What a decade! For something different from the Rascals, check out their high-energy “Good Lovin’).

[@bernardk5189]

I knew how good and loved them back in the day. But when I hear them now I really hear how great they are and don't get enough say that they deserve. Happy you guys appreciate them.

[@cakebakerb1846]

Love the harmony in this beautiful ❤️ song. Great tune to start your day!

[@cindysimpson1046]

This is running through daisies in slow motion on a cool summer morning.

[@gtr-player]

I really enjoy what you do. Your introducing a new generation to the great music of my era. Keep doing what you're doing.

[@grandillusion4258]

This is a 'must have' on any beach music playlist.

[@icmman7]

they have soooooo many good songs.

[@robertspitz9832]

This brings back great memories! I love the bouncing bass!

[@greglegakis4177]

One of the great feel good songs of that era

[@user-el4vl7ms2p]

This song to me is a 'summer song', it reminds me of summer in my (much) earlier years. Windows open, this music playing....

[@deb4578]

Multiple names: Johnny Cougar - the record label stuck him with that moniker, then John Cougar Mellencamp - they wouldn't drop 'Cougar', finally Mellencamp had enough and he began recording as John Mellencamp. YaY!

[@Zentrix-24]

So many memorable songs from the 60's/70's and most have been hit songs! Rascals were another fav group.