BEST PARTY SONG EVER!!!! GEORGE BENSON - GIVE ME THE NIGHT (REACTION)

[@pauls.arts.and.craft.]

George Benson gets little recognition compared to others, but he is a living legend....Great guitar player, super smooth voice.

[@clevelandtyler2]

Absolutely

[@craigedwards2940]

The songwriter get's even less, but George did a great job.

[@karensamuel1139]

I agree 100%

[@bassblvd3065]

You can’t go wrong with this track, when you have legendary musicians and artist adding their talents, legendary Bassist Louis Johnson, the Brothers Johnson period, Patti Austin doing background vocals, George Duke,Herbie Hancock, etc. too many to mention on this album, George Benson is a phenomenal Guitarist,

[@laurierosejones9531]

Damn! That lineup, whew, legendary.

[@myownchannel247]

He’s literally playing the scatted notes simultaneously while singing them. Whoever made this video definitely did not do him justice

[@tarafied7322]

George Benson is an amazing jazz guitarist. He did several collaboration albums.with Earl Klugh in the early 1980s that are pure fire. Most of his charted hits are jazz flavored pop which kind of downplay his guitar playing. His cover of "On Broadway" is probably his biggest hit and definitely worth a listen.

[@LiverpoolFan74]

Released in 1980, it was written by Rod Temperton, the man who wrote "Thriler". So, you KNOW it's a CLASSIC!!

[@brgreg8725]

And all the songs from Heatwave (Boogie Nights, Always and Forever) of which he was a member

[@LiverpoolFan74]

@@brgreg8725 ABSOLUTELY!

[@ingekjetilbratset8839]

And Michael Jacksons number one hit Rock With You. Strange to think he was an old white guy from England.

[@DiscoDee74]

On Broadway is another good one from him!

[@brigitte9999]

He’s on tour, go see him!

[@anthonyjames4648]

Loved George Benson growing up in the 70s and 80s ❤

[@SweetThing]

This song was 1980. The awesome back-up bass guitarist on this song was Louis Johnson from the Johnson brothers. If you want to hear Louis Johnson's hits with his brother, George aka George ("Lightnin' Licks") and Louis E. Johnson ("Thunder Thumbs"), react to: "Strawberry Letter 23", "Stomp", and "I'll Be Good to You". RIP Louis. x

[@TheDivayenta]

Isn’t he gorgeous? He’s long been recognized as one of the greatest jazz guitarists in the world. This vid is ‘80. A disco hit!

[@ajruther67]

This is from 1980 and roller skating was still very popular.

[@1118alpet]

LOVE George Benson!! This was the jam back then! This was 1980. The 70's & 80's were the BEST years for music IMO. lol

[@ericsmith6615]

Wife here..., My Husband and I are "Disco Babies"..Late 70's and we Looooove this song!!!..SOOOOO SMOOTH...JUST AWESOME!!!👍🌹

[@grifone2800]

Jazz funk at it’s finest💯

[@extracaliber432]

Yes she is bro. Lucky man. "Turn Your Love Around". another good one by him.

[@Gary-my9ko]

Bought the album in Spain 1980, every song is a hit, best album ever.For UK soul boys and girls if it's not jazz it's not worth a funk 😅

[@ryanfeit1420]

This song was released in the summer of 1980 but still had that 70's sound. Roller skating was huge around that time. Fun fact: the woman who George Benson was romancing in the video is Ola Ray, who was in the Michael Jackson "Thriller" video. I definitely recommend listening to Benson's "Turn Your Love Around" released in 1981 and "On Broadway" released in 1978, which are two more of his biggest songs. Also, since George Benson is known as a jazz artist, another rabbit hole you should start is Herb Albert. He had his biggest hit in 1979 called "Rise" which is an instrumental that you would love. It's jazzy with a touch of disco to reflect the era. You two would love it. He also has been going at it since the 60's I believe and is known for the Tijuana sound. His comeback hit that got younger people knowing his music was "Diamonds" with Janet Jackson released in 1987. That was a huge club song and I recommend listening to that one also. You guys rock!!!!!!

[@rcschmidt668]

Thanks for referring to Herb Alpert. Great talent.

[@cainealexander-mccord2805]

Gotta back up the commenter below. "This Masquerade" will not disappoint. Been listening to it steady since 1976. (I'm old.)

[@citypaintersllc2874]

My mama's favorite singer...she had a crush on him.

[@johnnyb8399]

One of the biggest stars in the music business ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿

[@dalee72]

This song was released in the summer of 1980 back when skating was still popular.

[@19chucki74]

This actually came out in 1980. One of his biggest hits. Grew up listening to this as a little one about to head to school. Love it.

[@deanajamroz1182]

It's the middle of the night -- and how I've always loved this song! George Benson is simply the best!

[@joannevincent2035]

George Benson is from the Hill District of Pittsburgh. He earned his chops at the Hurricane Bar and the legendary Crawford Grill, where Earl "Fatha" Hines, Lena Horne, Art Blakey, and many others graced the visitors with their music.

[@Victoria-kv9oz]

One of my high school crushes. Love, love, love George Benson! FYI, GIVE ME THE NIGHT came out in 1980. You can also check out TURN YOUR LOVE AROUND, THIS MASQUERADE, ON BROADWAY, MOODY’s MOOD, NEVER GIVE UP ON A GOOD THING and THE GREATEST LOVE OF ALL. More George Benson standouts.

[@lionheartroar3104]

Saw him live years ago. GREAT show. George started as a jazz musician and started singing on his records in the early 70's when he crossed over to become a multi format star. A rare gem of a talent.

[@mdennis9496]

A VERY talented guy who struck GOLD with this gem. Working for a Major airline I had the pleasure of having him and his entire band on my flight to Europe. Not only gifted, but in person funny a s****! Give ME the Night

[@thomasmcdonough6642]

G.B. was a phenomenal entertainer

[@VelveteenRabbitinRedFern]

I love George Benson! My music. On Broadway was Awesome too!

[@brooklynknightss]

I loved this song when I was a kid... I bought the 45

[@normaalexander27]

I love George Benson Beautiful song

[@paulojusto203]

George Benson is a genius 👍

[@mccproc]

George Benson is one of the giants of music. He is originally from my hometown of Pittsburgh Pa. I used to watch him play at the “Swizzle Stick” Lounge in Pittsburgh many years ago. Since you guys Are from Baltimore, I hope you still like George since he is from Pittsburgh! He is the total package. Great singer, great musician and outstanding performer in person. I was pleased that you recognized another group from Pittsburgh, The Skyliners. “Since I don’t Have You” and “This I Swear”. You 2 have excellent musical taste!

[@clarencewalker3925]

I'm from PIttsburgh, too. And you're right. He is one of the best.

[@francesthompson593]

George Benson is one of the Guitar Greats. He is a master of the instrument. I have seen him in Concert and he’s amazing!

[@mariaportengen2959]

Awesome number from a great musician.

[@pamelawertz498]

So glad you found George Benson! U knew y'all would love him. Now do On Broadway and This Masquerade, two of his earlier hits.

[@Lovejazz01]

Definitely a Quincy Jones production, always so classy, you can always tell! LA style, California style , recorded in 1979 and released on 1980, the video made me want to visit LA! That was probably Venice Beach where they were roller skating, I bet people were trippin to see this man I nice clothes roller skating and playing the guitar. and speaking of which, that scat he was doing , he was scatting along to match his guitar playing, that’s one of George Benson’s signatures, as he is also a jazz guitar virtuoso, he is known for that as much as he is known for his smooth jazzy singing. He was already a Jazz legend when this was released, and this became his best selling album.

[@neilgayleard3842]

Great jazz guitarist.

[@ckobo84]

I remember "Give Me The Night" and "Into The Night" by Benny Mardones both battling it out at the same time on the Casey Kasem top 40 countdown.

[@brigitte9999]

This should be your anthem!😍

[@miguelosuna1401]

Turn You're Love Around was another big hit for him.

[@gillian5005]

This came out in my last year of high school. Showing my age now! Lol. We loved this down here in New Zealand. Thanks guys! ❤️

[@glenrushing5361]

The multi talented George Benson

[@laurierosejones9531]

I had the absolute privilege of listening to George Benson and Minnie Rippertonthankful. Good times. Roller skating, heck yeah. In that Er thankful aaa, check out William DeVau thankful

[@scottmurray3490]

Much talent- happy & upbeat💪

[@suzie4417]

Thanks for reacting to the very handsome George Benson, when I first heard his guitar & voice I was hooked & went out and bought his LP’s, still have them !! He is sooo groovy 🕺💃💜💥🎸☮️

[@mauri6137]

Affectionately known as "Georgie B" here in the UK. The man was massive in his hey day.... I have so many of his songs on vinyl Great tune then, and a great tune today, great music never fades away 🎶

[@terribanks8633]

One of the greatest jazz guitarists alive!

[@terribanks8633]

80's

[@SunShine-qk4rb]

Great song I don’t hear it enough

[@GinaGeeILuvu]

I love this song and George Benson’s voice is sexy! This is very R&B/ contemporary jazz! This was a huge hit when released in 1980! We just had so much great and different music to choose from in the eighties! ❤❤

[@g.dubyou6263]

You already reacted to this song, but, not the video. Love seeing the younger generation discover the music from yesteryear. Love GB. I grew up on this. ❤

[@clarencewalker3925]

I love the Seventies music as well. As a matter of fact, I was there. I won't say it!

[@jacqueline4514]

My all time favorite George Benson song ❤. He is a jazz guitarist as well as fantastic singer; please react to his music only song “Ascension”; it’s fire. “This Masquerade” is so elegant and “Love X Love” is 80’s light R&B perfection ❤

[@anthonyjolly2066]

This George Benson Hit Song was in the Summer of 1980 which was no pun intended was... HOT🔥 in two ways R & B Music and weather.😂🎵

[@michaeltaylor8835]

George is a legend

[@angelado3]

Love George Benson !!

[@richardrichard9631]

Ahh I remember the first time I saw George in concert. I was 18 in 1983. He came out and did 30 mins of jazz guitar ... I was a fan for life. Listen to his original version of ... the greatest love of all.... or on Broadway or Beyond the sea... I could go on for ever lol

[@francismedina4547]

This was actually a 1980 song. Another great song off this album is Love X Love, the first track on the album. Give Me The Night sounds like something off the Michael Jackson's album Thriller and that's because it was produced by the same person, Quincy Jones.

[@redrum482]

yeah george benson incredible. love that groove.

[@lindarenee2198]

He has a beautiful ballad called " Kisses in the Moonlight" Absolutely wonderful.

[@yvonnestarr8933]

Check out "On Broadway". It is brilliant and highlights his excellent guitar playing.

[@feliciagonzalez]

My childhood memories 💯

[@davidbarnes1113]

My mom had the album with this song on it! George used to wrk with the great Quincy Jones too. This song might be from “The Dude”, not sure. Quincy did a great song called “Betcha Wouldn’t Hurt Me “ featuring vocals by Patti Austin . I’m sure y’all would love it.

[@TheDivayenta]

I believe it’s on the “ Give Me the Night “ album- I have it still! 😊

[@ronbruno5942]

The Dude on be The Dude album is fantastic.

[@lindaulloa4786]

Saw him a few times! Always a great show!

[@christinalikoski4937]

I also love George Benson ❤️ He actually was a very romantic his style and sound Australia 💕 Christina

[@garyparker9970]

The team of Quincy Jones and Rod Temperton wrote and produced this song. They also wrote and produced a lot of Michael Jackson's hits.

[@terriertz5134]

George Benson had another banger called On Broadway that you should check out.

[@kathyrizzi8754]

I love this song today & when it came on the radio in the 70’s, so good!👍🎶🥁🎸🎷🎹🎵🎼💙💖

[@jabreck1934]

Cruising Highway one, listening to George Benson. Fond memory of 1980

[@kitcatsaunders]

George Benson one of the greats, one of my all time fav jams ,thanks for another awesome reaction! Love and good vibes.🤗💃❤️🙂

[@ramonalfaro3252]

I have vivid memories of playing with my Star Wars toys and singing along to this song. Also, George Benson Singing On Broadway is pure 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@alistairmcdougall8390]

Great song totally timeless, very close to the 70s this came out in 1980

[@13chigrl]

That bass came and ate it up!!!!!

[@michaelway7936]

Need to check him out doing On Broadway(where the neon lights are bright)

[@stephaniejones4749]

Love, George Benson heck of a guitar player that particular song came out in 1980. He had some really good music

[@maryhubbard4373]

! I love this song, thanks for sharing with us

[@susanelkins3068]

AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The FUNK!

[@mykeygostupid]

How can you not dance to this ❤

[@ajruther67]

FYI, The female back up singer was playing bongos, not drums. Drums use drum sticks. Bongos use your hands.

[@mimimusick9734]

Love me some George Benson. His version of The Long and Winding Road is beautiful, well worth a listen.

[@rmathis268]

Nostalgia hits me every time I hear this song, being a kid I heard this often on the radio

[@ReneChewbaka]

WOW! ..... one more time..... WOW!

[@KC-ns9do]

One of the best songs EVER. Flawless and so dang happy!! ❤❤❤❤

[@ifstatementifstatement2704]

That 70s sound is unbeatable

[@kimberlinibambini1968]

Absolutely LOVE this song, and I have since I first heard it as a kid. Glad y’all did the video. He’s smooth as butter on those skates. (And off) So much charisma! 🙂💝💙

[@michelekarl1411]

My mom would listen to this song all the time…love this song❤

[@sharoninglima1217]

George Benson is a master singer, songwriter and guitarist-/ unreal talent!

[@kevcall]

An amazing song, GB still going strong

[@kurtadams3021]

The Genius of the LEGENDARY Iconic musical Genius Mr Quincy Jones

[@memorast]

Shawn you are a lucky man!!!

[@dwainwilder7337]

They don’t do it like this anymore! I could hear the Quincy Jones coming out of this. I am sure this was produced by “Q”. This was from 1980. You need to hear GB do “This Masquerade”. Fantastic!

[@mayLibertyprevail1a]

You can't sit still to this groove! 🎶🎵 ♥ Another amazing song by this gentleman is "On Broadway." Funky beats and more of that smooth scat singing that he's so good at. I rarely listen to jazz, but I happily put this on my playlist!

[@kurtadams3021]

The LEGENDARY Iconic Mr George Benson

[@jeaninelong624]

On broadway is a good song and also Breezin

[@lydmarl.475]

Do I love the video, him on the roller skates with the guitar playing and singing, so cool! He is a legend, for real!! I just saw him a few months ago, where he did most of his famous hits!! Yes it was in the 70’s!

[@tapduff]

Great song, great artist! Check out his live version of On Broadway!

[@sharoninglima1217]

George Benson is amazing and soooo cool!

[@johnd.8224]

Saw him live in the 90's in Dallas! GREAT!!!

[@cassbumk3565]

Happy Sunday. Love this song.

[@FUBAR1986]

This was played every party, and then every club❤❤🎉🎉🎉