Vocal Coach reacts to Lita Ford & Ozzy Osbourne - Close Your Eyes Forever

[@BethRoars]

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[@somestupidname3266]

"He's a really high singer" is probably the most apt description of Ozzy ever. In so many ways.

[@yarddawg8287]

LMFAO! I miss the 80's so damned bad💯

[@davidnierzwick2775]

😅

[@kelleychilton2524]

So many meanings behind that statement!!! 😂😂🤣🤣

[@jeffreymcrae3853]

🤔 Bwahahahahaha 🤣🤣🤣 good one 😂😂😂

[@butter5144]

🤭🤭🤭🤭🤭🤭🤭

[@ooo_Kim_Chi_ooo]

Lita Ford was a powerhouse in the 80s. Kiss Me Deadly was all over the place.

[@Patterner]

both are still two of my favourite songs.

[@raymo6795]

personified 80s cheese metal...turn it up

[@davidareeves]

As a teen, if I died and woke up with either of Lita Ford or Doro Pesch I would have been a happy man

[@martinkasper197]

@@davidareeves and Lee Aaron and Vixen...🤘👍

[@fenderboy68]

That's not a "Powerhouse In The '80's"....She had 2 songs...This and "Kiss Me Deadly". Joan had more hits than Lita on the radio

[@VegasAlien1]

Lita came into the record store I worked at in the late eighties in Crystal, Minnesota. She was playing in Minneapolis that night and her luggage hadn't arrived yet. So her hair was pulled back and she didn't have any makeup on. She was absolutely gorgeous without it. I got a great picture of me and her together and we look like a couple. It's pretty awesome. I met her again a few years ago and had her sign it. She was blown away about how we looked back then. Her drummer made fun of my hair.

[@leehanson1416]

I know Bob. He used to drum for Nelson and Vinnie Vincent. He's from Houston, and he gave drum lessons at a music store I worked at.

[@trossk]

so neat a story, Im jealous.

[@6Haunted-Days]

Ummm she looks the same same type clothes same style all of it…..Even her hair is the same 😂🤷🏼‍♀️ Course she’s old and her arms are saggy among other saggy things…..just not sure what you mean about her weird clothes….

[@desrever1138]

Wow, after 35 years since this song was released you are the FIRST person I've heard recognize what struck me way back when I was 12 years old. This entire song was produced with swapped gender roles for the time. From the keys they are each singing in, to the lyrics themselves, any other two artists would have changed the lead and backup vocals. But both Ozzie and Lita said to hell with that. Now you need to check out Kiss Me Deadly!

[@marchitibang2]

"He's a naturally high singer." I don't know about naturally, but high - often. 🥳

[@jay1334]

Not only one of Lita’s best songs but Ozzy’s as well. 🤘🖤

[@raymo6795]

i prefer almost ANY of Ozzy's other songs, particularly from his first 2 solo albums...I disagree my friend...respectfully bro

[@fenderboy68]

LOL

[@mr.brenman2132]

​@@raymo6795Wow, you're really going out on a limb there....

[@A5p3r07h]

8:04 She did not care which side anyone decided she was on. She was Rock and Roll incarnate. Her voice was (almost) just as strong as Ozzy's. That's all that matters.

[@vovindequasahi]

Nobody with any knowing about singing will fuck with Ozzy's vocals on this song. He sings great! Lita Ford is always awesome!

[@IronMathew666]

If you like Lita's voice, then "Kiss Me Deadly" is a must for her vocal range - truly amazing 😲

[@johnhmaloney]

For anyone who speaks or sings publicly on any kind of a regular basis, I think it's so important to repeatedly record yourself to get a sense of your own voice. What you hear when you speak or sing isn't what's coming out iof your mouth. It doesn't loop back around to your ears. It's what's reverberating around your skull, so it sounds a lot fuller than what other people hear or what a recording would pick up. It took me years of editing my own podcasts to get accustomed to my speaking voice and figure out how to adjust it into something that I like. I'm still working on that with my singing, so I do multiple test recordings for everything to make sure that I know how it actually sounds as I'm working on it.

[@antivanti]

My favorite song by her is "Lisa" which is about her mother. And speaking of The Runaways. RIP Sandy West who passed away this weekend and was the drummer of the band

[@KiwiExpressCream]

Er, Sandy died in 2006, super young at 47. Loved the Runaways though so still sad.

[@davidmeyer5409]

maybe they were trying to say she died around this weekend date (10-21-2006), but 17 years earlier???@@KiwiExpressCream

[@BanselHansel]

Up the 80th! 🤘👍

[@tommytrixter]

Close My Eye's Forever Was Lita's Masterpiece.Should Have Been A # 1 Hit.

[@daniellarsson7919]

This song is still one of the best powerballads ever made! Teenagememories from the '80s ❤️

[@Redneck_Rockstar]

I saw Lita by accident (Ratt was scheduled to open for the Crüe but due to Pearcy having laryngitis they had to cancel and Lita filled in) during Motley Crüe's Dr. Feelgood tour. She was flat out amazing!! When she did this the audience did Ozzy's part and by the end they had drowned out the entire performance so she just sat down on stage and allowed the crowd to finish it. Gave us a round of applause, she was so classy about it. To this day its still one of the best opening shows I've ever seen. She was my first high school crush too.....for what it's worth. 😉😎🤘

[@briangreen9677]

This is an incredible song, even if Sharon was furious about that night. It is history. One of my favorite songs of Ozzy's is a song that no one ever mentions when it comes to his singing, yet it is one of the more unique vocal songs that he's done. It's off of The Ultima Sin album, an album Ozzy doesn't really like (aside from the song "Shot In The Dark" which he played in most of his concerts), but the song I like is called "Killer of Giants" which has incredible guitars and Ozzy singing like he's only done a few other times. It's a good song and deserves a lot more praise than it has received.

[@Vee1music-lover]

I absolutely adore Ozzy! Been a diehard fan since Black Sabbath. He’s got an unmistakable voice!✌🏻😎

[@greenstreak238]

Thank you Beth for bringing back a lot of good memories. Love Lita Ford's "HUNGRY" and "BACK TO THE CAVE". Love Your Album! It's Amazing!

[@andresdur]

first time I heard this song, the solo, the I was able to watch the video, Lita playing the solo me and my friends had a total breakdown! it was the best ever 4 us!

[@tonyard6063]

Lita is still beautiful and still has the voice. She is currently on a world tour and is working on a new solo album that is supposed to come out sometime in 2024.

[@EnervatedSociety]

It's not a song I listen to regularly, nor have i ever been a fan of Lita Ford, never really looked into her honestly, but every now and then I hear this song and it always gave me chills.

[@colej.banning2419]

Saw Lita in concert for the first time a couple of months ago. Had a good time, and was glad to be able to check another name off my "see them before they die” list.

[@scottkossack5155]

I honestly think this is Ozzy's best vocal performance.

[@iutchube]

Certainly

[@soundhealer6043]

"Sleeping Village", first Sabbath album.

[@mora1948]

Second part of megalomania after that cowbell hits is ozzys best. Ur welcome ;)

[@edwardmunoz7853]

In my opinion Diary is his best 💯🔥

[@tylerreisinger734]

​@@mora1948The entire Sabotage album was Ozzy flexing his high register on everyone.. look at Hole in the Sky lol. Immaculate album. Megalomania needed more mainstream love.

[@paulsauer2381]

My apologies if someone else has already mentioned this, but there is a version of this song by a band called Device that you should check out. The lead singer of Device is David Draiman from Disturbed, and their cover of this song is a duet between David and Lzzy Hale from Halestorm.

[@BethRoars]

Thanks for the info Paul

[@matthewgoodA1206]

This has to be one of the greatest collbabs/duets in metal history, even all these years later. Part of me always wondered who came up with it. Interesting to know that alcohol was involved, but so good that Lita & Ozzy followed through and recorded it. People have described her singing here as soulful, and how cool it is she plays an instrument. I am seeing a bit of the more popular female musical artists of today, and in my opinion there’s more focus on looks than performing/songwriting. And as one veteran female rocker put it, “I’d like to see less twerking and more power chords.”

[@Ieeho98]

I saw Lita in an interview talk about this. She said Ozzy and Sharon brought her a house warming gift and Ozzy and Sharon were not getting along good then, so Sharon left and Lita and Ozzy went into her little studio she had and came up with this song. If you have never listened to The Warning you should. Three sisters from Mexico who play straight forward rock/ hard rock. They don't wear skimpy clothes and are not that concerned with how they look. They write their own music and have some really great songs and are great live. Check them out at a concert they recorded in 8/2022 at The Warning Teatro Metropolitan.

[@raymo6795]

Apparently, Lita was dating Toni Iommi when Ozzy was with Black Sabbath. They wrote the song years later, probably about 1986?…I alway liked the BC Rich Double neck, she also used the 10 string , experimental BC Rich “ Bitch” on other tracks, very cool, very custom, very valuable piece, and somehow appropriate. …not saying Lita was a bitch or anything.

[@ernestrimbeck7630]

Kingslayer best metal collaboration

[@adrianvella7661]

I get goose bumps whenever I hear this song...a great ballad

[@williamwalton9167]

A very young Gen X me was in love with Lita Ford and Doro Pesch. Would love to see a reaction to Doro.

[@BanselHansel]

Love the 80th! 😍😍

[@TravisTaylorWriter]

Hands down my absolutely favorite song of all time. Glad to see someone finally reacting to it. Thank you for this!

[@brianfuller757]

This is one of the greatest duets in music history.

[@carolmartin4413]

She's still touring...and Ozzie's dealing with medical issues. This was certainly a unique time in rock history and this touching duet was a perfect example of the softer side of heavy metal artists. Sweet.

[@joespradley2323]

From the first time I heard this song, I automatically Loved it! Bought the song and wore it out listening to it. It still has the magic that these two bring out in this song that sounds so absolutely amazing. Thanks for reacting to this. It’s been a while.🙏🏼🌹💕

[@BethRoars]

Thank you Joe!

[@Berziefireheart]

One of my favourites, always puts a tear to my eyes

[@patrickhughes3855]

2 great musicians !!! Fukn awesome tune !!!!!

[@CaericArcLight]

Been a Lita fan for a long time (before this song came out) and never thought she got enough credit as a vocalist. Nice to see this

[@billtroxell2148]

yes, this was a great song they did together, true classic rock. Also Liliac an Mercury Cross did a cover of this song and did the best cover of this song that I have ever heard, it was truly amazing.

[@debbiecollier4665]

Thanks for reacting to this Beth,this duet is epic & listened to this all time,I had Lita Ford's album in the late 80s & another track worth listening to is kiss me deadly,Lita & Ozzy sound great together on this track,great reaction ❤❤🎸🎸🦇🦇

[@MicheleNicole]

Love your review of this. 80's music is my thing, so I'm glad you did this one. Always been a great one.

[@JeremyMiller-sn6nh]

I had a huge crush on Lita Ford in the 80s as a teenager ❤ This by far is my favorite rock duet of all time

[@Uriel-Septim.]

This song is just sooo good.

[@tntcyclespdx]

best duet ever, thank you for reacting to it. Ozzies facial expressions during the video scarred her so much, she swore to never do a song with him again.

[@bigtbone4469]

Great reaction Beth.👌 Awesome to hear you recognising both artists vocal abilities, in particular Ozzy, who I don't think has really ever received his just rewards as one of rock and metals finest ever vocalists. 🤘Rock on!🤘

[@kajlennartsson4234]

Your new song is amazing Beth🎶🎶❤❤

[@BethRoars]

Thank you!

[@lancerx1759]

Lita Ford is the Real Deal

[@steenjrgensen715]

Saw an interview with Lita where she tells small funny stories about Ozzy..and she told about this number that she was really surprised with Ozzys singing...as he can really hit those high notes 🙂

[@gizme10]

Great song and they sound wonderful together

[@pegajense]

I haven't heard this song for a long time thank you ❤

[@BethRoars]

Thank you for watching!

[@drjag1155]

This song is fantastic ! Awesome duet 😊

[@stephenharding3782]

Best duet song ( by anybody ) ever .

[@blazinstars6660]

saw lita supporting bon jovi new jersey tour back in day n from front row it was amazing/ amazing guitar player,had edit n add its the ultimate goosebump tune for me

[@BryanH63]

Rumor is Ozzy came in and did this all in one take! AMAZING

[@zannebrazeau]

l always liked ozzy's ballads and l loved this collab with lita ford

[@beadybaby]

One of my favorites in early MTV days!

[@justitia257]

Beautiful 80's Song. Grazie Beth

[@rimisark]

One of the classics from 80's.

[@shaneeslick]

G'day Beth, I loved the 80's Metal & once I got a job would buy the magazines like "Hot Metal" that came with a Cassette & later CD to get mix tapes for the latest hits & new music. Not only did I get to read about the Bands I liked but it was cheaper than buying Cassettes/CDs from the music shop. I had to adjust my "Australian Brain" when you referred to "It's very Ozzy" as I heard "It's very Aussie" 😂

[@thedirtygot9570]

I saw them perform this on the no rest for the wicked tour!

[@treetooone]

One of my all time favourites 🎶🤩

[@monikarossi650]

Metal have the best Ballads! Love this song really. Lita looks a little bit like Doro. Doro is always my favorite female singer but Lita came as next. Thanks for this beautiful song . You know White Lion? Maybe you will react? A great song from W.L. is when the children cry or Lady of the valley. Only a little wish.....

[@AL13NM]

Lita Ford is a milestone in Female Rock History, no doubt! But I have LOVED Ozzy and his singing since I was a young teen in the 80's! I grew up hearing and Loving his Rock N Roll antics, and was LUCKY enough to see him and BLACK SABBATH in 2013, and it was AMAZING! This song is one of the Best Rock Duets EVER!

[@robperry5293]

Beth I met Lita, Joan and the rest of the Runaways before they became big (Yep I'm old). I had friends that put on their own shows & they had the Runaways open for them a couple times. I had a truck and would help them haul, setup, they would use my ear for sound checks & I would help them breakdown. For a 3 hour show you end up hanging out for 5-6 hours so I got to know the girls... they were cool & I didn't see any of the drama they showed in the movie... Beth I love your new music! Joan Jet's cover song "Dirty Deeds" is worth a listen-reaction.

[@giljensen1132]

This whole album is outstanding

[@EuphoriaDeep]

Love that song. Brings back so many memories. Also, love Power of the Wolf. If you people haven't heard it, hear it!

[@hoagsmash4188]

This IS the 80's lol in the best possible way... Ozzy is obviously Ozzy, and Lita Ford is SUCH a beast!! So good

[@Jasper0o0]

One of my favourite songs from the 80’s. And, like a lot of teen guys, I had a massive crush on Lita lol

[@karlsmith2570]

0:23 Hey Beth, one of the biggest reasons why Lita Ford collaborated with Ozzy was partly because Ozzy And Lita were both managed by Ozzy's wife Sharon Osbourne

[@marzinjedi6437]

I own the studio test tracks that they did on cassette tapes lol recorded in my area . Including the unreleased tracks found them in the garage at a car wash near pidgin forge Tennessee .

[@michellebell5092]

And I’m loving your analysis of these two very difficult rock singers duetting. Ozzy is or was a more interesting vocalist than some might think.

[@4152576687]

OZZY only have a few Planned duets, this is one of those. Plenty of times other singers get on stage with him, but only a few has the privilege to record with him. His own daughter has to practically beg for him to duet with her. The result was Great

[@MoroVanator]

Lita Ford. Amazing and the voice holds up. I truly believe that Lita is the direct cause of my love for Lizzy Hale and Dorothy. Miss the Misery, and the ULTIMATE POWER VOCAL FEMALE SONG EVER, Dark Nights.

[@tonyv.8781]

Lita is so amazing.

[@robertserafin-uc3qn]

Still an 80's favorite, one of a hundred 😅

[@nikosalmpanis-ty3jt]

So beautiful song

[@GilbertClark]

Lita Ford is an amazing singer and guitar player from the 80s/90s and of course is till touring. My favorite song of hers is Kiss Me Deadly.

[@GS-xt8fu]

To be honest, I am a singer, and I don’t always appreciate Ozzie and some of his 2:33 because he was stoned. The reason I didn’t appreciate it. It hid his true ability. You are correct he’s sing pretty well.

[@eddieaicken5687]

"Are we on the other side of women being rock stars?" Absolutely yes. I'm heading to Dusseldorf from the UK this weekend to Doro's 40th Anniversary Concert. Regarded as the metal queen of the world. See 'Love me in black' - the classic night version.

[@philosophicsblog]

I had the pleasure of working with Lita Ford in the '80s. I had the displeasure of seeing Ozzy in Boston the week after Randy Rhodes died. He couldn't carry a tune in a bucket. Kudos to Brad Gillis for stepping into Randy's shoes before departing for Night Ranger.

[@edwardmunoz7853]

That's Brad's on SOTD right?

[@kevinsimpson8336]

Fantastic!!!

[@russpendergraft5057]

This original is great! Another great rendition of this is by LILIAC!

[@ryant3600]

I believe the story behind this, is Sharon managed both and they were in the studio together one night while Lita was working on her album and they began drinking a lot one night and they both wrote the lyrics to this song. Which became her biggest hit of her career.

[@tywinders7628]

There will never be another decade like the 80's. Musically, or otherwise

[@sputnikalgrim]

The music of my youth, the older I get the more I want to go back.

[@Knards]

Joan Jett was also in the Runaways with Lita Ford

[@LN-Lifer]

As a 12-year-old rock n roll junkie going through puberty I don't think I need to tell anyone the impact Lita Ford had on me when this video was released

[@baromareq356]

This is the 80s. I was in love with Lita at the time and Ozzy was in his prime

[@7thArcher-th1ks]

I remember being in love with lita Ford😀

[@benbarrett1324]

Great reaction. Showing my age here, but this was one of my favorite songs, still is. Speaking of female vocalist, check out Devilskin. Jenny’s voice is kind of unique. Keep them coming and have a wonderful day.

[@IronMathew666]

Another awesome Lita song is "Hungry" - again her vocal range is massive 😲

[@henrikharbin5521]

There is a really good cover of this song, done by David Draiman's side band Rrvice, with a guest vocal by Lzzy Hale.

[@sagefoole]

Lita is still so damned beautiful today!!!

[@thomaslazarek6835]

My sister saw Halestorm and Lita Ford. Lzzy did this song with Lita.

[@danielcrow4247]

Always loved this song. I'd be curious to hear your opinion of a cover to this done by Liliac, featuring Mercury Cross.

[@itsmeagain1745]

Naturally 'high' singer - good one Beth!

[@TheSpud1129]

This is a very under-appreciated song, may be the best ever. Yes, I said it.

[@mattpentifallo4283]

It’s the best selling single for both artists. Not underrated at all in the genre but to the general population maybe.

[@n5iln]

This will date me horribly, but I saw her perform this live the same year it was released. She was on tour with Yngwie J. Malmsteen's Rising Force. And yes, she CAN play and sing, even better than it sounds in this video.

[@Steen55]

Just listen to your new song: Power Of The Wolf, WOW girl what a absolut great song love it so much

[@michellebell5092]

I’ve just paused this video to listen to Anxiety Society and Power of the Wolf . Very nice , I’ve “liked” them . I’ve just watched Strictly it takes two. I think you could do a nice Tango to Power of the Wolf,.

[@rogerberonius782]

I don't know if you heard it yet, but you talk about Bonnie Tyler and I think you must check out total eclipse of the heart with Doro and Rob Halford!

[@tmr626]

Beth and commenters, I would suspect that many of you don't know about the great bands and rockers that we've had in Canada since the late '50's. If you like women rocker's you may want to check out the music of Lee Aaron who is known as Canada's Metal Queen. Her best songs to look up are: 1) Metal Queen 2) Powerline 3) Sweet Talk 4) Only Human (Great power rock ballad!). Enjoy!