Crying! Linda Ronstadt's Emotional Vocal Techniques in 'Long, Long Time' Vocal Coach Reaction

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Vocal Coach reacts to reaction to analyses analyzes analysis of breaks down Linda Ronstadt - Long Long Time
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In this episode, I delve into Linda Ronstadt's mesmerizing performance of 'Long, Long Time,' exploring her intricate vocal techniques and emotional expression. From the difference between sob and cry sounds to the influence of emotions on vocal delivery, we break down how Ronstadt breathes life into each lyric. Also, learn how vowel and consonant management creates impactful singing moments. Join me for a detailed analysis and stay tuned for more insights into Linda Ronstadt's exceptional artistry.
00:00 Introduction to Linda Ronstadt's Diverse Singing Background
01:14 Analyzing the Lyrics and Composition
01:27 Vocal Techniques and Anatomy
02:38 Breaking Down the Song's Emotional Expression
05:39 Exploring Vocal Dynamics and Emotions
09:31 Artistic Expression and Vocal Techniques
Songwriter: Gary White
Producers: Elliot Mazer
Genre: Folk Rock
Origin: Tuscon, Arizona
Performed by
* Linda Ronstadt - Vocals
* Weldon Myrick - Steel Guitar
* Buddy Spicher - Violin
* Norbert Putnam - Bass
Date and Location
Glen Campbell Goodtime Hour 1970
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[@kenrigamer5813]

Reacciona a Luna de Ana Gabriel 😢

[@jackknudson-rk1uv]

Willie Nelson on Linda, "There are 2 types of men, those who are in love with her and those who don't know who she is,"

[@ericwalmsley6836]

I was/am completely smitten with her.

[@kallsop2]

Still am 50 years later.

[@timradde4328]

Yep, 67 and of the former.

[@RabbiSteve1]

Willie is a wise man

[@John_Locke_108]

I'm 47 and I've loved her for over 40 years. Such a beautiful voice.

[@rubroken]

One of the most beautiful/sad songs I've ever heard, sung by one of the greatest female singers of our generation

[@timradde4328]

She was amazing. Saw her in concert many times back then. What a voice.

[@randyventresca4152]

Linda Ronstadt is the greatest most versatile female vocalist of her generation

[@larrylindgren9484]

There were better singers in their lane so to speak. But none were better vocalist. To date She's number one on the female vocalist list and it's not even close. Because she could do more than 1 thing. Where someone who was a great singer Ann Wilson what only great at one thing and couldn't hold a candle to Linda as an all-round vocalist.

[@caroleathenacosta-songwrit9193]

Of any generation.

[@claytonberg721]

Beth has nice vibrato but it sounds pedestrian when she sings right after Linda. And Beth has better chops than a lot of folks on the radio.

[@alankinkle5207]

Linda could sing absolutely anything and break hearts at the same time.

[@firedoc5]

Linda was my first album cover crush, then hearing her voice just made me fall in love with her even more. Just as she was hitting it big with her solo career, some of her backing band decided they wanted to out on their own, so they asked Linda if they could, and she gave them her permission. Later, they became a little band called The Eagles.

[@carolmartin4413]

This song breaks my heart. Losing one's love is tragic enough...never having them in the first place is almost worse. LR...an American masterpiece. 👍❤

[@texasron9131]

I was in the military when the Stone Ponies began appearing on National TV. I immediately fell for Linda Ronstadt, just like all the other lonesome mopes. Saw her in concert twice, from the front row. Saw her again on Broadway in NYC! What a talent … her vocals never get old! I still love her.

[@Jeff_Lichtman]

"There are two kinds of men in the world: those with a crush on Linda Ronstadt, and those who have never heard of her." - Willie Nelson

[@VivaLaDnDLogs]

​@@Jeff_Lichtmantruer words have never been spoken.

[@mikefinity7129]

“Your musical soul is like facets of a jewel, and you stick out one facet at a time. I tend to work real hard on whatever it is I do, to get it up to speed, up to a professional level. I tend to bury myself in one thing for years at a time.” ~ Linda Ronstadt

[@WhizzingFish12]

Absolutely gorgeous voice. She just belts it out with such power and pathos. Ronstadt was a fantastic vocalist.

[@michaelpond6386]

She still wrecks me after all these years

[@tomrogers1305]

Willie is right. Everytime I see or hear Linda today, I'm reminded of how much I loved her in the 70s.♥️

[@ChrisDeWine]

Linda was very adept at coloring her voice. Close your eyes and listen to this and you can hear the heartache in every word she sings.

[@dolphin68ray]

Linda Ronstadt is the person who made me fall in love with the human voice. I used to hear Different Drum on the radio when I was three or four and how awed and opened I felt by her soaring vocal is one of my earliest memories. Long Long Time is one of my favourites of hers, also love Lose Again.

[@cmecre8629]

this song always makes me sad. Her voice still amazes me

[@CapAnson12345]

Every boy growing up in the 70s had some kind of crush on her.

[@BC-ui9yt]

Can confirm.

[@stephen8639]

I've followed Linda since 1967 she never sings a bad note and this is good but it's been abbreviated presumably for the live TV performance the best lines are missing Life's full of loss Who knows the cost Living in the memory Of a love that never was. All about unrequited love and then the really powerful ending to the song with that strong lamentful belting showing how strong her voice is.

[@GraciesMom]

She’s said in interviews that she grew up in a very musical family. They would sing at the dinner table at a very young age. Also they sang in English and Ranchero. She never knew what else to do-all she knew was music! Plus her ear is just phenomenal-she’s responsible for getting the Eagles together. Please listen to a live version of Blue Bayou. It’s so pretty.

[@danieltrickey9285]

When the perfect song meets the perfect singer. Timeless classic.

[@caroleathenacosta-songwrit9193]

BTW, she isn't lip syncing the song, she's singing it live. I can tell because, I have listened to this song countless times, and have memorized every nuance of her voice and every instrument, plus the second verse is missing and so is the harpsichord.

[@McDevittMike]

I've loved this heart-rending song and Linda for decades and was so happy to see it being reintroduced to a younger audience. 😎

[@myklegue3968]

the fact that it was used as the title of Episode 3 of Last Of Us as well as playing over the end credits has certainly given the song a real resurgence...but it's a song I've loved for a long long time (pun intended)

[@mistersnitty7721]

San Francisco has dedclared July 15 "Linda Ronstadt Day".

[@Chr1sWaterous]

That yodeling cry is used a lot in ranchero music, which she grew up with. You can really hear it in some of the songs from Canciones de mi Padre.

[@guitaleleoeuvre]

It is so sad that she is unable to sing anymore! Linda is a goddess!

[@jamezkpal2361]

Beautiful song, beautiful woman, beautiful voice, beautiful performance. I dont think Linda thought about it so deeply as you. She felt what she felt, and sang as she sang.

[@324cmac]

And then she's got those doe eyes that contribute to the emotions of the song. Just a wonderful singer. She can do it all.

[@Constantijn09]

Het voice was absolute magic, and I do not know many singers that can match her vocal talent, as she was the complete musical package

[@Jeff_Lichtman]

In addition to the vocal quality, Linda Ronstadt's acting in this video is superb. You can see the pain and longing in her facial expressions and body language.

[@spicymemes7458]

Thanks to HBO and The Last of Us for popularizing this song again ❤

[@wtimmins]

This song in The Last of Us absolutely wrecked me.

[@mikeconway9849]

Great reaction, Beth! As a young man, I was one of the many who fell in love with her voice as soon as I heard her sing. It happened to me when she sang Different Drum with the Stone Ponies. She is an amazing talent.

[@garyvandecar2580]

Long Long Time 1970 was Linda Ronstadts first solo single after the Stone Pony's disband. Song was written by Gary White it's just about my favorite Linda Ronstaft song.

[@bobpat56]

You should analyze Linda singing "La Charreada" and examine her mariachi background.

[@bruschettabanzai2772]

It’s your expressiveness and willingness to share your emotional as well as technical reactions to the pieces that is so special. It opens my heart and I fall in love with the music and with you. Beautiful! ❤ 🙏☺️

[@MrDoneboy]

One of the greatest female voices of ALL time. Along with Karen Carpenter!

[@lifelover515]

Like Linda, you're a marvel Beth. You never disappoint. Shoulda been a No.1 if I ever heard one.

[@billroettgen7099]

What a pleasure - greatest singer and greatest reactor - thanks much Beth.

[@chuckhafemann7094]

Beth - Thank you so much for featuring Linda Ronstadt. It's great younger people are getting to know her. I've loved her since 1967. I saw her in 1977 on the same tour as the live version of Desperado that you reviewed. Yes, it was that good. Please keep it up. It's truly sad about Linda's losing her voice. But I want to comment on something. You did one reaction to Eva Cassidy a year or so ago. I've gone back and forth on this for the last 25 years. Linda and Eva are my top 2, no doubt. Linda's voice is phenominal. But Eva's voice is the only voice I've ever heard that cut right through me. Like Linda, Eva could sing absolutely anything she attempted. Unfortunately, Eva lost her life to cancer before she started to get the recognition she deserved. I really wish you would revisit her. She didn't leave behind anything near the catalog we have of Linda's in quantity. And the few videos that we have are grainy, black & white. But please go back and take a listen to what she did leave. You won't ever regret it.

[@susanpeterson9947]

Her duets with Aaron Neville and James Ingram are WONDERFUL!

[@deadandburied7626]

Beth thank you so much for reviewing another Linda song. It is Linda's birthday on 15th July, she will be 78.

[@BethRoars]

Thats so cool! I wish I had realised that. I would have realised this then!

[@324cmac]

@@BethRoars There are plenty of other beautiful songs by her to choose from. How about Linda and Aaron Neville singing Don't Know Much?

[@user-el2nh5uo1w]

There is a place in the hearts of every man that grew up in the sixties and seventies reserved for Linda. Her voice was incredible.

[@deadandburied7626]

Thanks Beth, love your Linda appraisals ❤x

[@9211goat]

This song is perfectly made for Linda's voice.

[@johnhextall1136]

Pretty much everything she sang sounded like it was perfectly made for her voice!

[@skipwalker1954]

Way back (late '60's), TV sound was broadcast in mono. So not even stereo - let alone surround. Radio had SOME stations broadcasting in stereo. In the Sn Francisco Bay Area, there was a rock station called KFOG. They partnered with a local TV station occasionally to do what they called a "simulcast". The tv station would broadcast a live music event and KFOD would air the audio in stereo. I think it was in black and white as color tv was still not easy for a live event. The first simulcast I remember was a group called The Stone Ponies. Thats when I fell in love with Linda's voice.

[@pimark69]

I'm so glad you got to react to this song. I knew your analysis would be perfect and it was.

[@robertreese3523]

You are extremely, and I mean EXTREMELY good in the analysis you give of vocal performances and have a beautiful voice yourself.

[@Vontroll]

Check out the cover of "After the Goldrush" by Trio which is Dolly Parton, Linda Ronstadt, and Emilou Harris

[@alanFconrad]

Great analysis of Linda's amazing performance.....I love this song

[@AzDesertFoxx]

THE most beautiful song about unrequited love that has ever been made. If you get the chance, listen to the full studio version; the interludes are beautiful, and the zither gets me every time.

[@twentyfiveyears5010]

Nobody does a torch song like Linda. I used to wonder who broke her heart like that.

[@chuckhafemann7094]

It is great. But for a fair comparison you should check out Bonnie Raitt's cover of "I can't make you love me" live with Bruce Hornsby. It'll be a tough call. And of course there's Gary Moore's "Still got the blues for you" - pretty much any version but I'd go for one of the live ones.

[@JR-pr8jb]

This is so beautifully performed by Linda, it's easy to overlook the genius of the song itself, written by Gary White. Simple but musically interesting, a bit unconventional in that it starts on the sub-dominant. Touching lyrics as well, on the classic theme of unrequited love. Gorgeous.

[@angieday5183]

Shortened by one beautiful verse for TV time.

[@jeffevans9853]

Yeah, I hate that this is the "go to" video for reactions, since it's incomplete. Less of Linda's voice and my favorite line, "Living in the memory of a love that never was." 😢

[@angieday5183]

@@jeffevans9853 I do love this video but point out that about the line. There may be a live one where she sings all the verses. I think it may be from the Johnny Cash show. Most shows only allowed a certain amount of time back then. I think Johnny was a bit of a rebel about those kind of things.

[@ClandOp]

Linda's yodel is absolutely classic.

[@Progressive_Canadian]

Another hit from my dad's little work bench radio that I would hear as a kid.

[@catherinehoffpauir6323]

Love that description. Yes, that transistor radio let us take our music everywhere.

[@69wilmax]

One of my faves from her. Check out the full-length version.

[@netmeg]

This is one of the songs I used to sing into my hairbrush when I was a kid and imagining a career in music.

[@michaeloreilly2533]

This song added incredible poignancy to an instant classic episode of ‘the last of us.’ In addition to beautifully elevating that episode it also introduced a new generation to this incredible artist.

[@brucedillinger9448]

I've had the pleasure of seeing Linda live from about 1978 up into the 90's. She never once disappointed. Never off key or forgot lyrics. Sounded as good or better live than her studio work. Amazing! ♥

[@remmymafia3889]

My favorite of hers- beautiful.

[@nmt2k2]

Buy a wide, wide, wide margin this is by far the most achingly beautiful song on the topic of unrequited love.

[@ronnie237]

Wonderful Linda. Been a fan since she was with the Stone Ponies.

[@MissLibertarian]

She sings the meanings in part by enunciating the words.

[@URnickel_MY2cents]

Indeed, Linda is always amazing.

[@pamrenee6906]

I loved Linda growing up. My sisters teased me and called me little Linda. 😊

[@JeanneJ01]

That was a compliment

[@williamprokipchak]

I absolutely adore the 2 albums of old standards she did with the Nelson Riddle Orchestra, you would love them. Bewitched, Bothered, & Bewildered, When You Wish Upon A Star, and Lush Life are just to die for. Some of my favorite versions of those old songs.

[@deadandburied7626]

Linda did 3 albums

[@LindaEll]

In her autobiography, Linda said she never learned to really sing until 1980, when she took vocal lessons for the Pirates of Penzance. She was insanely famous by that point.

[@324cmac]

But she grew up around music and her father and brother were both good singers.

[@MrDoneboy]

Have to doubt that story. She was killing it with The Stone Poneys. Hell, she birthed The Eagles!

[@TheMotherofTacos]

@@MrDoneboy yeah, no. I believe it. There's having latent talent and then there's _training_ that talent.

[@mikedineen7857]

Just the best vocalist in history.

[@bellies1000]

Quality never fails to amaze!

[@VivaLaDnDLogs]

Can't imagine the stress the sound guy is going through for this song. The transitions between super soft whispers and these unbelievably powerful belted notes that probably didn't even need a mic to be heard. She shifts between them so suddenly! May God damn whoever hurt this woman to sing with this much hurt.

[@deadandburied7626]

I think Linda's emotions are spontaneous

[@jrdlabs]

Beth, thanks for another great reaction and analysis! It's not often I am compelled to use the comments section when watching reactions. There's another live performance of this song on YT, from the Johnny Cash Show, that was done during the same era. Video quality is much better as is her performance, IMO. She seems much more confident and does a better job with the higher notes at the end of the song. I sense that she was just a bit nervous here. That might explain a bit of that tightness you spoke of later in the song. Still, she delivers a memorable performance. She shows a great interpretation, great voice combined with emotion and an understanding of exactly what she's singing. I love that it's a very honest performance, done way before the ubiquitous use of pitch correction, which sucks the soul and honesty out of the song every time. That honesty, I believe, is Linda's 'secret sauce'. You spoke of the 'cry' in her voice. Reminded me of another (formerly) very popular American singer, Connie Francis, who predates Linda by about ten years, or so, and used the 'cry' to great effect. Maybe there's an 'influence' here? Ah...prolly not. :)

[@dvidgonzales8376]

Like these songs careless whispers, and unbreak my heart and breath again by Toni braxton

[@VIDSTORAGE]

Silver Threads and Golden Needles is another great one to check out if you can

[@smillstill]

That moment at 11:00 that you called imperfect was how she was able to produce that whistle high pitch moment, which was so beautiful.

[@edwardloomis887]

Linda's great voice softly addresses initial elements, then escalates and drives the most emotional parts in a very special way that penetrates.

[@OTHDogDad]

If you’re already down the Linda Ronstadt rabbit hole, please watch her duet with Aaron Neville or just react to Aaron Neville-a truly unique male voice.

[@greggcastro237]

OMG! I loved this reaction by you! Beyond Linda being my all time most favorite and highly rated vocalist, your explanations were absolutely unique, in depth and spot on! And hilarious ("Hamburger???" Lol!). Thank you for this one!

[@RJ-nz5jn]

I recall hearing that for this show that she had or was coming off a cold. This explains the breathiness of the tone.

[@chillaxin1926]

Excellent technical analysis of one of my all-time favorite songs! 👍

[@BethRoars]

Thank you!

[@johnkotches8320]

I'm not exactly sure when this particular performance is from, but this is quite early in her career. She kept on getting better for years and years. If you want to dig into her catalog, 1989's album "Cry Like a Rainstorm, Howl Like the Wind" has some great work.

[@StephenMarkTurner]

Break out the ice / roller skates. I was about 14 when this came out, always a top favourite ballad.

[@tom7471]

What a great breakdown of Linda Legend! Thanks!

[@BethRoars]

Thanks for watching!

[@dwightyoung8878]

I saw that Linda heard Emmylou Harris in an LA club and said she was doing exactly what I want to do - I can either hate her or support her and this was where her belief that women needed to support each other and industry controlled by men. This was years before she and Harris and Dolly Parton formed a trio to sing fold music.

[@meredithingram9384]

Thank you! It’s so interesting to learn about singing, a field I have NO talent in.

[@HoosierHawk]

My favorite of her songs is the duet "Don't Know Much" she did with Aaron Neville. You should check it out he has a very interesting voice.

[@hungadunga523]

One of the saddest songs I've ever heard, sung by one of the loveliest voices ever.

[@StarlightedWanderer]

This version leaves out what to me is the saddest verse: Wait for the day You'll go away Knowing that you warned me Of the price I'd have to pay And life's full of flaws Who knows the cause? Living in the memory Of a love that never was "Living in the memory of a love that never was." That hurts.

[@scottpiranian-gr5iw]

As always, another great reaction and analysis. Linda has been my favorite vocalist since she first arrived on the scene in 1967. It’s wonderful that you have (re)discovered her as she is too exceptional a talent to be forgotten. Another emotionally charged song from her early years is “Love Has No Pride”. Don’t miss her rendition of Roy Orbison’s “Blue Bayou” and, afterwards, you may be interested in an analysis of Linda’s vocal accuracy in performing this same song live as demonstrated by the gent at Wings of Pegasus on KZbin. In 50 plus years, I’ve never heard her miss a note.

[@davidgrubbs4480]

Beth another amazing reaction to one of my favorite songs of all time by the greatest voice of our times. I’m so happy you did this. ❤

[@linusa2996]

From what I understand, at the time she did this song was recorded and filmed, she was singing mostly from instinct and from the singing experience that she had to that date. The video itself was from a live broadcast She performed the song on both the Johnny Cash Show and the Glen Campbell Good Time Hour

[@debbiechang5781]

This is a shortened version of this beautiful song. Television spots, at that time, did not allow for complete songs if they exceeded time limits. I’ve only found one live version of this that includes the entire song. I highly recommend her live performance of “Down So Low” from Germany. It will leave you speechless. 🌺✌️

[@makwilson2050]

Great analysis as always, Beth. My year was made while working on Labyrinth and she and George Lucas past me and both said, “Good morning Mak”. Yeeha! ❤😊

[@johnheyrman]

The analysis of how her vocals and the lyrics match up in the first verse is great!

[@markmcgehee118]

And to think, her voice got better after the training she did for "Pirates of Penzance". This is where she said she learned the difference of singing into a mic, and sing to an audience without a mic. But, one of the most underrated songs is one Karla Bonoff penned for her. "Someone To Lay Down Beside Me" the live version in 1977, Atlanta. It has a beautiful piano intro by the late Don Groinick and little guitar solo by Waddy Wachtel. Beautiful, no dancers, no autotune, just her beautiful voice, and talented musicians around her.

[@KingoftheJuice18]

Well done, Beth. Music people, correct me if I'm wrong, but this song doesn't seem to end on the home tone of the key-which makes sense since the story of the song is so unresolved.

[@DoctorD250]

Johnny Cash brought a young Linda Ronstadt to sing inside of the Tennessee State Prison - for prisoners. And she sang so well that the men eventually stopped looking at her legs and listened to her voice. That was remarkable.

[@JKwakulla]

Long Long Time, my #1 L.R. song, out of many favorites. I first saw Linda in Orlando Fl in1972 when Niel Young had her as an opening act. I was third row dead center, right under the microphone. I feel in love.

[@user-wn8mg2jh1d]

WOW her Voice is so beautiful.

[@revpgesqredux]

That video was excellent

[@BethRoars]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@playnejayne5550]

Do "Blue Bayou". Linda is an extravagant singer.

[@brucer2152]

Her version, i.e. this original recording...ALWAYS gets to me....EVERY time...

[@psmolek7438]

Have you ever heard her sing Blue Bayou? My favorite of hers.