Righteous Brothers - Unchained Melody | FIRST TIME REACTION | (Live, 1965)

[@BisscuteReacts]

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[@rickhoag7491]

You are a 'peach'!!

[@BERGIE59]

You're awesome!

[@perryallan3524]

Real musicians playing real instruments live. Real vocals only - no modern special effects. Pure talent! That is what makes older music so special

[@sharonjosefik766]

Absolutely

[@witchhazel4135]

Today's music has become too formulaic.

[@speedy692]

True. In 10 years it'll be programmed Robots singing to a quantized backing track.

[@perryallan3524]

@@speedy692 It won't take that long. Someone's AI will start to kick out "average" songs because all AI can do is determine averages. - and a bunch of fools will call it good. AI can't sort out the spectacular from the bad in its learning database; and in many other cases what applies or does not apply to a problem.

[@maikailoa808]

Absolutely.

[@OcotilloTom]

I'm 77 years old and was blessed to have grown up with this music. Today there's social media and influencers and anyone who makes a recording is a "star", every person who is in a movie is a "star". People, with no talent or little talent come to believe it themselves. There are sill great artist out there today it's just you have to wade thru the back water static of continuous media to find the actual talented ones.

[@rcinsley]

I'm 76 and agree 100%! Too much of today's music is manufactured in electronic factories -- it's a product, not art. Today's music consumers are being manufactured, too. We listened to whatever the AM disc jockeys played on the air. If we enjoyed an artist, we bought his/her/their records. Today, consumers are "trapped in the playlist." They stream songs online and then AI "learns" and "remembers" their preferences and feeds them an endless stream of recommendations of songs that are just like the favorites. New artists and ideas don't stand much of a chance. Today's playlist system wouldn't take a second look at breakout songs like "Bohemian Rhapsody."

[@dlmullins9054]

I am over 70 too and i am blessed to have lived during the times of great music. So many great songs and all were unique.

[@1teamski]

@@dlmullins9054 Spot on!

[@mauricenarducci3929]

Me too

[@RobertJones-ux6nc]

I am 65 and agree with you. I remember listening to the great artist of the 50's, 60's and 70's with my Mom and Older Sister. I would steal their albums to play them.

[@noobsaibotx6187]

no autotune needed..just pure talent

[@frothyjazz7425]

Back when you actually needed to be talented to be famous. What happened?

[@Tijuanabill]

Not just talent. The artists of today are talented as well. It was the WORK he did in rehearsal, that made sure he didn't miss a note. If you couldn't hit it every time, you didn't get to be a professional. That goes for every instrument as well. Perfect or fired. That was the standard.

[@DavidVanmeterDutch]

People that are actually music fans, musicians or just good people would not find ways to tear any artist or musician down in any way. No matter who it is, they have either talent or have put in a lot of work to get to any level of success. If you have worked to play in even a band that plays for 20 people in a dive bar still requires you to be able to play or sing. A real musician or music lover would appreciate all facets of the music world. Plus the things people say like this only shows bad things about yourself and that you are actually quite ignorant to the world of music since the world is bigger than the USA...

[@Tijuanabill]

@@DavidVanmeterDutch You seem to have a lot of judgments to hand out yourself, friend.

[@ravenfeader]

Masters of their era and well beyond and many since have gained immortality as well I love that they still do.

[@muzicgr8]

This is real talent, no computers, just real voices.

[@M3ow_pawzz]

Arguably the greatest male vocalist of all time... This has to be the most beautiful live solo ever recorded and 60 years later, Bobby Hatfield is still breaking hearts.... Perfection personified and no mistake 👌

[@lesliegeddes7896]

No argument from me. Bobby Hatfield stands out as the greatest - and certainly the most beautiful and heartfelt - I have ever heard. 💖

[@paulcrawley5687]

Gene Vincent from 1956 is far better but that's my opinion

[@lesliegeddes7896]

@@paulcrawley5687 I listened -I thought it was good - some of his low notes very nice. I am in awe of every moment when Bobby Hatfield sings it. It's a totally different song and experience for me.

[@mitre1955]

@@paulcrawley5687 I had to listen to Gene Vincent's rendition following your recommendation and while he does have a great voice he does not get the same emotion that Bobby Hatfield does, but again that is a personal opinion. At any rate the singers of this generation are not on the same level as those of the 50's, 60's and 70's.

[@bobearly3653]

Presence and presentation. You could see it in this woman's eyes before she said, 'He's beautiful.' From there you could see the involvement - immediate acceptance and engagement. The voice from that guy is what sold. I thought Janis Joplin's voice was awesome by recording until I was a few feet from her in '69. She went from being a homely weird girl to one of the most potent females I've ever seen. And did it in a flash. Beautiful because she believed every bit of herself and her ability. And that is contagious.

[@petec9686]

Bobby's voice control is off the charts. There simply isn't anything that needs tuning.

[@artseger6891]

His voice truly was "unchained".

[@charlesmarkley220]

One of the greatest vocal performances ever.

[@monicabeatrizferreiro6163]

yes you re right .. there was no other vocal performance like that... Bobby Hatfield ( 25 years old in those days) told that he was very nervous :) because his mother was there..listening to him... :)

[@exkingjohn]

@@monicabeatrizferreiro6163 Did favouriteI hear it was the first time his parents had seem them perform live. This performance sometimes moves me to tears.

[@garysullivan3144]

No Doubt!!!

[@angelagardner5230]

true

[@waynermareno1081]

Amen is only thing said further. Wow I remember so well this performance. I'm 75 and this great in a great music era the best era being the 60s period. R&R; R&B; Blues and Righteous Bros Blue Eyed Soul...😮

[@quentinmichel7581]

Bobby was only 25 when he did this and was a consummate professional. What many people don't know is that he also had profound stage fright and would usually throw up violently before every performance...and then he & Bill Medley would go out in front of the audience and sing their hearts out. True performers with talents on loan from the gods.

[@mikemaricle9941]

Also his mom was front row for this performance.

[@Cannon-Fodder]

@@mikemaricle9941 And he was just getting over a cold.

[@kenmitchell443]

As people have said Bobby Hadley was a tenor with the voice quality of some one that was trained for many years but was not trained. The true quality of his voice was from God. The performance was live on TV the Andy Williams show small studio very little backup music small live audience. I watched the show with my mom and dad and several anties. what great performance. Great song has been in heart ever since that day.

[@quentinmichel7581]

@@kenmitchell443 That was Bobby HATFIELD, not HADLEY. 😏

[@finallythere100]

Another Bobby she might like around same year is Bobby Gentry - Ode to Billy Joe. I think she'd love it, and it is live. BG wrote, sung and produced the song, too...

[@Al-rs2rr]

His smile at the end, he knew he nailed it even better than he could ever hope for. Especially with his mom in the audience.

[@robertcampopiano6001]

Bobby Hatfield had a slight cold, suffered from stage fright, it was a live performance, so no do overs, and his mother was in the audience and seeing him sing in public for the first time. What he did is a performance for the ages. No Autotune, no enhancements, no backup singers, just him, a microphone, and a talented orchestra composed of fantastic musicians.

[@christiaang.theron.1731]

The fact that he had a cold is what made this performance so special. The cold made this extraordinary, never to be repeated!!!!

[@Hockeistguyalive]

One of the most beautiful songs ever written, you can feel every word.

[@lesliegeddes7896]

I agree the lyrics are very beautiful, and it is Bobby's performance that makes me feel every word.

[@maryanngarrimone1153]

I was 15 years old when he sang this song on the Andy Williams show in 1965. I'm 74 yrs old and never get tired of listening to him this song. Bobby owned this song. No one sang this better than he did. No auto tune, just pure raw talent! He had a voice. You need to listen to his other songs, such as summertime. RIP Bobby! We miss hearing your beautiful voice! ❤️

[@barbedwire_lace2160]

@Maryann Garrimore I was 10. I'm truly blessed to say I got to see them in Dallas, TX in concert. 😍 We were all older, but the crowd was huge and their pitch was perfect!

[@geebrewer8186]

Summertime was good too

[@komments]

That show also explains why it’s a solo. kzbin.info/www/bejne/o2Goc6Zsqreaqtk

[@PrivateNotes]

Yes, just today I played Bobby’s version around 8 times!!! Just so much talent…

[@nursedro2373]

It was also LIVE!

[@denisvulliez2064]

"You've lost that lovin' feeling" is a song where you see both of them perform.

[@Trendkiller196]

1000%

[@ShanLiB]

She asked for a link.

[@denisvulliez2064]

@@ShanLiB kzbin.info/www/bejne/q4DRioxvgtxlfMk

[@carytakagawa2760]

@@ShanLiB Here is a link for You've Lost That Loving Feeling: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q4DRioxvgtxlfMk

[@rcinsley]

Live performance: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q4DRioxvgtxlfMk

[@dougturngren5027]

Bobby Hatfield was a once in a lifetime talent. He had an incredible voice and range.

[@MichelleHuff-wk1ui]

Absolutely! One of the truly best that sang from his ❤️

[@51Dss]

Yeah but - this right here is Bill Medley.

[@Lichtenstein1961]

Has got to be one of the greatest vocal performances of all time.

[@andrearegan8223]

No one can sing this song like him

[@markgrove2030]

Of. All. TIME!! Full orchestra, LIVE for Gods sake. Incredible.

[@dwightdodd3734]

Is....THE greatest,beyond question !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! in my opinion .......

[@1teamski]

The stroking of your hair was exactly the response the song wanted to provoke. This is exactly why songs today cannot hold a candle to anything done from the 1950's to the 1980's...... THAT was talent.

[@graemepeters5717]

And biting her lip!

[@mrdougeran1]

And other things it did to women that I can't say on here but it's a 3 letter word that starts with w and ends with t!

[@saladdays180s9]

Yep. Profoundly noticed it as well.

[@dark_wolf1092]

I love watching females react to this video. The ALL get that smile on their face and start blushing.

[@graemepeters5717]

@@dark_wolf1092 Then you'll really love this one! kzbin.info/www/bejne/rXnVqHdsaaaUirs

[@Hardrock1a]

No auto tune, live national television broadcast on one of the biggest shows of the time, hosted by one the greats (Andy Williams), with his parents in the audience. Just pure talent!

[@michaelmarrone8753]

Not to mention that Bobby had a cold at the time also. You could tell it when he was speaking, but not when he sang.

[@noteverton]

@@michaelmarrone8753 .....and his mother was sitting behind him!!

[@georgerowe9166]

I don't know what he was thinking at the end of the song, but to me, when he smiled, he was thinking "I owned that song" and brother he did! I would love to go back in time and watch this performance in person!

[@brandonwatson3631]

You nailed it. No auto tune, just pure vocals. Chills and tears when you here a voice so pure and clean

[@32a34a]

Personally its why the 60s and 70s were the best music. Men and women just slaying it on stage.

[@kitespongan]

There’s still millions of tracks with vocoals recorded without any pitch correction (which started in the 70s) today. But at this time it was common for artist to lip-sync for tv shows and live performances. I think we should understand, since the invention of recording there is some kind of manipulation and editing done for major release. Technology shouldn’t really determine an artist greatness.

[@brandonwatson3631]

@@kitespongan yes, but there are true vocal recording, unmolested by tech, before what we hear now. Any pop music today is so computerized it’s almost fake if not totally fake when it’s live. If it’s sounds just like a studio song when it’s live it’s a recording. The little “errors” when it’s live is what makes it special.

[@kitespongan]

@@brandonwatson3631 Yes you are right! The little errors and mistakes is what I live for as a music producer! The thing for me is pop music is only one fraction of the endless musical genres out there.

[@brandonwatson3631]

@@kitespongan from the natural vocal errors, to miss-singling their own lyrics! It’s why I prefer live versions of songs and love seeing my favorite artists live!

[@nfarezoco]

Back in the 60’s and 70’s the singers had something that none of todays singers have. It’s called talent!!

[@sandybruce9092]

YES!!! Not all that crappy background performances, auto tune, etc. And Bobby and Bill were perfect together. We have lost Bobby abut Bill is still around last I heard. No one can match them!

[@AriesLanding]

Glad I'm not the only one that was thinking this!

[@lolopunzel4130]

Yes and melody

[@elsfane]

I amazed at the chutzpah of today’s artists. They will say they were inspired to write the music; code for copy. Some of it is so obvious. At least Moby says samples obscure stuff.

[@mrthoughtful1669]

Looks like you have never heard of Freddy Mercury now he was special

[@roberteckhardt6653]

Simply the greatest live solo performance of all time

[@thewatchman6074]

The difference was that in those days bands and artists weren't manufactured by the music business, they came up the hard way by doing their apprenticeship touring the clubs and smaller venues long before getting air time on TV and radio. They were already skilled musicians and performers, with their own unique characters and style. Only those who had the raw talent were able to hit the big time in those days.

[@Wrangler-fp4ei]

That's very true. Music became an Industry, where its hunger for profits drove to manufacture music than create. That part of the problem where it started Now? Autotune was just tuning instrument which was used beyond what it was intended for. Additionally, commercial advertises control what left of Radio, the once pure musical medium for the most part and drive older songs to DEATH for sake of making money for commercial adds. I think there talented people, many who can write these gems like this one. Where artists whom have chops to sing them can them on and make them memorial ones. Its just way music made today, closest thing you'll see to an original emotional song, no one will notice unless people up thumb and frankly hard get rid of autotuning unless someone causes it to be trend and musicians can make fare living making such music.

[@jonathanwetherell3609]

Back when there were clubs and small venues for them to perform in.

[@Stevefor1776]

@@jonathanwetherell3609 And I believe these two boys grew up singing Gospel. Very practiced by the time they were heard by a larger audience.

[@ericholdsworth6611]

Thats not true, it was done back then too. The monkees, the association, every band that came out of Capitol records barely played their own instruments. Dick Clark created Chubby Checker because he thought Hank Ballard, the actual writer of many of the songs was too rough around the edges. We tend to look back and see only the good, which there was a lot of, but there was a lot of bad and some bullshit thrown in. The Beach Boys didn't play the songs on the record, it was The Wrecking Crew, you can watch the documentary, it's free on KZbin right now. We just have better equipment today, yet we have little in the way of real good musicians.

[@wesbaumguardner8829]

Yep, now all they need is good looks and a "kernal" of talent the studios can build a sound around artificially. Being vapid and insecure is an asset to the music studios as this means they can easily control the output.

[@MidwestRevue]

Our minds were blown on a weekly basis. Talent like this is the reason there were so many live variety shows on television. I am so happy I grew up in the 60s & 70s!

[@thejohnbeck]

The bigger any industry gets the more it ruins the art it runs

[@thorbeorn4295]

The soul in his voice is out of this world.

[@bbb462cid]

Angelic voice

[@lynnarcher39]

Sadly this beautiful, soulful voice was only on this earth a short time. This young man who gave us so much of himself died in his sleep of a heart attack in 2003, at the age of only 38. He had extreme stage fright and would throw up before performing on stage and yet his singing was so calming.

[@bbb462cid]

@@lynnarcher39 Hi. There's some confusion. Bobby was born in 1940 and died in 2003. He didn't die at age 38. He died *38 years after this 1965 performance* though.

[@lynnarcher39]

@@bbb462cid Thank you very much for correcting my error. I apologize to all for my mistake.

[@green_acres_7240]

Yes- the quality of artists in the 60s and 70s was insane with talent!

[@durwinlafleur737]

I was very lucky to hear the Righteous Brothers live in 1965. I consider Bobby Hatfield one to the greatest male vocalist of all times. His range and control were remarkable.

[@WayneTheSeine]

Same here...Natchitoches, La. at Northwestern University...they were awesome.

[@lesliegeddes7896]

He is the greatest I've heard.

[@burkanuck]

Bobby was the very best! Apparently this was the first time his mother had ever seen him sing live. Imagine how SHE must have been feeling!

[@BisscuteReacts]

Oh didnt know that ❤️

[@karenminyard517]

Nobody can do this song like Bobby Hatfield.(God rest his soul) He was Awesome!! Thank you for your reaction.

[@TheUprightLuthier-1959]

There is no god. Time to grow up.

[@PGLAMB1978]

agree but Elvis's take on it is pretty awesome too.

[@karenminyard517]

@@PGLAMB1978 That is so true! ❤

[@mikehaight8664]

One of the greatest vocals of all times!

[@denisvulliez2064]

This music was made when there was no manipulation of the voice. It was all natural talent.

[@dougmacdonald3678]

Bobby's still melting hearts, I see.

[@BisscuteReacts]

Haha still❤️

[@jaybennett7242]

Just one of many 60’s classics and one of my favorites, you couldn’t have picked a better one. WOW OUTSTANDING

[@danastearns7939]

You are spot on - this is a "live" performance. In 1965 there was no auto-tune or other computer gizmos to adjust for tone or voice or any of that. this is just pure talent. His 3-octave range is amazing and he reaches the high notes with ease, clarity and full tone control. Others have covered this song since 1965, but Bobby (RIP) owns this song. The numerous vocal experts that have listened to this live performance all agree- voice, tone and pitch control are absolutely superb! Your reaction is wonderful. Thank You.

[@BisscuteReacts]

Thanks ❤️

[@Matt-zs6qx]

You're absolutely right, I must have an old soul because I love this old music from my parents genre. What a wonderful live performance, they say he was completely nervous also before performing this, because his mother was in the audience.

[@julieenslow5915]

@@Matt-zs6qx He was very nervous for just that reason. But watch his face when he finishes. He KNEW he had done his best and he was happy with it! I am as sure as anything ever that she loved it too!

[@southwind3]

@@julieenslow5915 We attended A concert in Southern California of Bobby & Bill, WOW, what A performance, also met Bobby's mother, beautiful, classy & sweet lady, I'll always remember that night!

[@debbiethomas3687]

@@Matt-zs6qx This song is timeless, and this version is peerless.

[@Drew_73]

Today's artists will not stand the test of time. There is a reason we still listen and react to the songs of our past.

[@phantomaudits]

The difference between then and now is they were true musicians. Each member could play every instrument and each member had a wonderful voice. That's why they were so good in concert and that's why their music is still better than anything you will hear today as far as quality goes and talent.

[@BisscuteReacts]

Right ❤️

[@PrivateNotes]

Now some “singers” just talk….😢. No real talent.

[@PabloDiegoJoséFranciscoLadrón]

It was amazing to watch you fall in love with a song you have never heard, beautiful.

[@cheriemonami]

This song, by the Righteous Brothers, has always given me chills.

[@russelljoslinjr4387]

Just talent and hard training! These guys were INCREDIBLY gifted!!

[@ahmedmahmoudmohamedel-saie9408]

One of the all time classic love songs ever made. Thank you for bringing this classic to a new generation. You need to check You lost that loving feeling from them. Shows you the two guys, and you really see the voice/sound talent that made them legendary ❤️

[@ShanLiB]

She asked for a link.

[@mikelarsen5836]

You thank her for bringing this classic to a new generation....but it's been reacted to by hundreds of people before her. Search YT to find them.

[@ahmedmahmoudmohamedel-saie9408]

@@mikelarsen5836 I'm aware of that, but I very much enjoy her reactions to the old classics, hence why I follow her

[@ahmedmahmoudmohamedel-saie9408]

@@ShanLiB m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/q4DRioxvgtxlfMk This is it 😎

[@herrzimm]

It goes beyond just "no auto-tune".... You are talking a LIVE performance recorded on ANALOG (not digital) format, using microphones that are based on technology that is 50 years old AND were more "omnidirectional" (or picking up sound from all around) compared to unidirectional (from one source) and he is STILL killing it in front of a live audience.

[@duckducknight]

Should have heard it there.

[@budcunningham6732]

The Righteous Brothers were and still sound better than any singer or group today . They didn't need auto tune back then because they had talent and class . The " music " today is nothing but trash . I would put the 60s music up against any genre of music. Rap is horrendous ..... no talent and definitely no class . Country music had been unraveling over the years. " Pop " music today , has lost its fizz . T V commercials use the oldies in their ads ....not todays trash . I was raised on oldies and Motown and I have watched the music deteriorate over the decades and the industry has hit rock bottom. It can't get much worse than it is now . There are a few good songs out today, but not like it was when singers had hit after hit .

[@limitedmark]

Probably the greatest performance in the history of live music.

[@thewindroad7794]

yup

[@TxDan100]

You are absolutely correct... real, authentic talent..is rare

[@brantheavner9770]

I remember seeing this gentleman performing on the color TV my second Dad I just bought in 1965. I was 9 years old. I grew to love and appreciate the Righteous Brothers music. With respect always, Brant Heavner 😁❤️

[@richardmagnuson2131]

This my era and my wife and I saw them in person. This is why today when we hear the first couple of notes of a sone from that era we can identify it. This is another reason when in today's movies you hear so many 60's & 70's songs in the background.

[@paulm114]

Bobby had an incredible vocal range. That last note was just unreal such a great talent.

[@barbaraettorre1151]

And, those last notes weren't falsetto. Bobby was a genuine countertenor. Beautiful voice, all his own.

[@liviia305]

I'm a senior citizen who listened to a lot of early-60's music while struggling to get to sleep. Imagine being lulled to slumber by the Righteous Brothers, Motown, and especially Sam Cooke. I was in heaven.

[@merlinnesiba1531]

Wonderful song, thanks for playing.

[@johnkelly-gx6go]

Almost 60 years and Bobby still owns this song, unmatched. And she's right, back then no auto-tune, no enhancements, you had to be truly talented and devoted to be a star.

[@toddkitner670]

I was born in 1965. My mother used to listen to this & I enjoy listening too. His voice is like silk.

[@mjc1389]

This song is actually a cover of the original that was part of the soundtrack for a 1955 prison movie titled Unchained. Since then, this song is one of the most covered songs in music history. The Righteous Brothers cover is considered to be the Gold Standard however. This version of the song made it onto The Billboard Hot 100 twice. Originally after its release in 1965 and again after another re-recorded version and the original version both charted after the re-recorded version being in the movie Ghost’s soundtrack in 1990. In 1990 the original recording hit #13 on the charts. The re-recorded version hit #19 on the charts but sold enough copies to be certified as a platinum recording. The newer version of the song had much more success outside of the US topping the charts in several countries. If you listen to both versions back to back you’ll pick out the differences especially the ending of the song. I personally prefer the 1965 version you reacted to.

[@lizlarsen1653]

Everyone wants someone in their life who makes them feel the way this song, sung by this man, makes them feel......LOVED!

[@passerby107]

I wish more than anything I had someone in my life that could make me feel the way this song, and your gentle words made me feel. I would truly be a lucky man.

[@OldLugnutz]

The Righteous Brothers: Voices sent to us to hear, from heaven.

[@Nastyfinger1444]

Perfect performance. Cannot be duplicated.

[@zurnie]

I was born in '64. I can guarantee from personal experience that this song was in heavy radio airplay rotation well into the '70s. a true classic date song from years gone by.

[@Tijuanabill]

Hell, in to the 80s even. This was on the "soft" stations all the time.

[@jessieball6195]

@@Tijuanabill not just into the 80s, to this day it is considered arguably the best performance of all time.

[@Tijuanabill]

@@jessieball6195 Yeah, you are probably right. I'm just not riding in my mom's car as much these days, now that I'm old myself. 😄😄

[@aredub1847]

you mean a "parking" song

[@natmanprime4295]

What a fantastic reaction to a classic performance!! It's one of your very best reactions!!! Wow wow wow 🙌 👏👏👏

[@lindalandry2519]

Sweet pitch perfect and soulful talented delivery by Bobby Hatfield. This live version was even better than the studio cut which charted twice. Thanks for sharing your youthful reaction to the beautiful talent and music us boomers grew up hearing.

[@davidwayne9982]

Yes- the artists back then were REAL--- no fake voice software cleaning it up-- and no special effects.. just REAL TALENT!!!

[@johnafirth]

Thanks to Ghost, that hit number 1 in the UK in 1990, 25 years after its initial release. Ended up the best-selling single of the year. 12 year old me was rather impressed at that.

[@bbb462cid]

Hatfield re-recorded the song for the film

[@PortaPooper]

This was my parent's wedding song. Hearing it makes me miss them. I am glad you you enjoyed it.

[@marilyncatterall402]

That smile, right at the end, when he realises that he's nailed it, with his mother watching from the audience.

[@Patterson101]

The greatest song of all time in my opinion. This is live and although the studio recording is my favourite. This is still incredible. No chills, check your pulse.

[@claudiahansen4938]

Agree!

[@fubartotale3389]

I would say it's a tie with Richards Thomson's "1952 Vincent Black Lightning"

[@chuckcarles8288]

I am 81 and have heard several artists before Bobby’s version and several after. No one comes close to this, Bobby owns it. This version came out as I was headed for Viet Nam. You can feel the loneliness in the words and the way we felt as we were away from our families for one long year. Bill and Bobby always did one solo on each of their albums and while on tour. They both wanted to do “Unchained”, so they flipped a coin. The music was written as the theme for the little-known prison film “Unchained” (January 1955), hence the song title. Todd Duncan sang the vocals for the film soundtrack. It has since become a standard and one of the most recorded songs of the 20th century, most notably by the Righteous Brothers. The movie “Unchained” is about a man in prison and longing for his wife and children. Hoping his wife will still be there when he gets out. So you can now understand the meaning of the song. The movie was not very good, or so my friends told me. But we were all teenagers so what did we know. Several artists sang it and it made the billboard top 100. But no one can come close to Bobby Hatfield’s version. Bobby’s version hit the top ten chart. And did it again when it was used in the movie “Ghost” It has since become a standard and one of the most recorded songs of the 20th century, most notably by Bobby. According to the song's publishing administrator, over 1,500 recordings of "Unchained Melody" have been made by more than 670 artists, in multiple languages.

[@mitre1955]

Thank you for all the background information. I agree this song belongs to the Righteous Brothers.

[@geoseward]

Same here in September 65 and later with 1st Brigade of the 101st Airborne in Vietnam Great songs and artists at that time. One terrible place to come of age

[@bobearly3653]

There is this weird moment when it looks like this guy from long ago was singing directly to THIS woman. That's because the raw openness and sincerity of the performance grabbed her faster than the physical appeal. I think if you were to ask her she felt 'love' of sorts from watching. That is the power of 'being' a song. There's a strange power music has to unify a human being. Athletes and intellectuals talk about 'the zone'. I've experienced it - anyone passionate about a discipline or art is capable of reaching a zone experience. To watch somebody do it consistently by nature (he had just gotten past a chest cold - you can kind of hear the stuffiness when compared with the clear studio version - this was his first TV performance and his mom was in the audience. So he's under max pressure here - and it's effortless. Because here he IS the song.) is a moving event every time. Tell most artists now to 'be the song' and it's huh?

[@stevenewstart7918]

Thank you dear veteran for your service ! It was the song many took with them into that war to give them inspiration to “I’ll be coming home. Wait for me.” RIP to those who did not return home alive.

[@clydehoppers6375]

It doesn't get any better than this! Bobby Hatfield Had a beautiful voice and a lot of talent.

[@alou1484]

60s and 70s were the golden age. When musicianship and virtuosity mattered

[@healthfreedomandjustice5414]

IMO, this live music performance was the greatest male vocal performance of the twentieth century (1965). From the years 1955 to about 1968, I would rank this period of time as the center and peak of the many quality performances from other music groups as well. Music lovers were spoiled rotten during that time. RIP Bobby.

[@GinMae]

Thanks, Biss! Bobby Hatfield was amazing... such a perfect voice, no "screaming or straining".. just calm, and perfect! (he was apparently nervous b/c his mother was in audience.. I'm sure she was proud!) - Yes, back "in the day" people had to have actual talent.. you didn't have to be perfectly "beautiful" - and there was no autotune... lol

[@GS-xt8fu]

Agreed. Amazing artist who could truly sing with no assistance. True talent.

[@j20tower]

What more can you say about one of the finest live performances of all time. Covered by more than 670 artist but this is the gold standard by The late great Bobby Hatfield. His vocal range is unbelievable. This is performed live on the Andy Williams Show. Along with his partner Bill Medley make up imo the greatest duo of all time. If you want more of their songs you need to listen to You’ve Lost That Loving Feeling which was the most played song on radio and tv in the 20th Century. Another big hit Soul and Inspiration. Also try Rock and Roll Heaven which is a tribute song to stars that have passed. There are so many more but I don’t want to take up your message board. Thanks for playing this masterpiece.

[@JimBagrowski]

Love you’re reaction. You’re reaction actually brings tears to my eyes.

[@janflipkens4719]

I was born in 1950 and so I had the privilege of growing up with this incredibly good music, unfortunately little of it has survived today. ( you no longer get goosebumps from a performance but from the number of decibels )

[@matthewgoodA1206]

Absolutely one of the all-time greatest love songs and ballads, a timeless classic. This is a solo piece for Mr. Bobby Hatfield, countertenor. In other songs you will get to see/hear the other half of the duo, Mr. Bill Medley, bass-baritone. Bobby’s voice is quite high as you heard, and Bill’s voice is actually quite low. But their harmonies were always excellent, and their voices always complimented each other so well. Long before my time but these guys and their music are eternal.

[@nickyhobbs6739]

Your exactly right, the bands and artists were a class above compared to modern day artists. I love your reactions.

[@christopherrobertson8098]

True talent from the legendary Bobby Hatfield his song partner mr bill medley is on the piano in the shadow but had an equally impressive voice

[@Aurora-tp3dy]

No, Bill isn't playing any instrument during this performance. It was the Andy Williams show orchestra accompanying Bobby. Bill played piano, sang barely audible backup and produced the studio recording.

[@wdtaut5650]

@@Aurora-tp3dy I think he said, "Bill Medley is on the piano". Did I miss something? I know I have seen a version of this same performance in which Bill is visible playing the piano.

[@coffeebreakcoaching]

Your reaction to this song, is just the best, watching your face light up and enjoy it so much. And you comments and compliments to the artists of that day, before technology became such a feature in music. Loved watching your reaction, thank you.

[@danielmatthews1522]

I don't like live versions as a rule, but this one was tremendous. It just shows you how much current artists rely on technology. He actually sang it VERY close to the studio version, almost identical, which does not happen with current artists.

[@Andermander429]

I used to feel the same way yet I implore you to look up your favorite artists and listen to their live performances. If they blow their respective studio recordings out of the water they cement their spot as your favorite. Also it doesnt matter if they have to be an exact same as the studio version, people don't go to concerts to literally listen to something they could just play in their car or phone. If the artist/band can elevate their songs with twists, flares or something to change up while maintaining the essence of the song they prove that they are true performers and musicians. I'm not bashing you, just asking to listen for yourself. All I ever listen to from my favorite bands are usually live performances.

[@ugadawgs1990]

Well said. This was a very mature and accurate synopsis of one of the greatest live song performances ever. Pure talent.

[@johnvicky]

This era had the best music, period.

[@cheryld1710]

And the best cars!

[@paulobrien9572]

Bisscute back in the 60's and 70's the only way to become successful was through airplay and live performances. To even get noticed you first had to be good live and develop a fan base which then allowed you to get airplay on the radio. Back then there were fewer acts that rose to fame, but those that did were the most talented and had paid their dues. It's simply quality over quantity

[@sheldonbermont9373]

Bisscute...Thank you for being one of the very few reviewers who are mature and sophisticated enough to talk about the voice of the artist and the soul and emotion they are able to exude. So many of the other reviewers are hung up on the stuff that doesn't matter...the pink sport coat, the cuteness factor, etc. They don't begin to understand the extent of his technical range and incredible control. Some of the reviewers literally giggle during the playback and attempt to sing along. Thank you for adding a large dose of intelligence and reality to this format.

[@finnmcool2]

I love that one of the iconic performances of the 20th century is a young man showing off for his parents. This was the first time his parents were in the audience seeing him perform live.

[@jackielitten2865]

A phenomenal performance. Bobby and Bill were each great in their own way. Singing together, they were unstoppable.

[@bobstaudt3018]

They were special,but this song by Bobby is without question,the greatest life performance ever done.RIP Bobby,you are not forgotton

[@andrewmadeloni7173]

Love your reaction, "You've Lost That Loving Feeling" is a must for you...

[@nigelbrooks9615]

No auto tune ,no gimmicks recorded live one take TALENT

[@deehart2228]

I had the same reaction when I first heard it back IN 1965 !! Still one of my favs.

[@jurgenburger1165]

When all young people hear this, they would know what true Musik is!!!

[@BisscuteReacts]

This song is great

[@jurgenburger1165]

@@BisscuteReacts You must listening from Kate Bush ( this womans work )

[@focalized]

Time goes by so slowly and time can do so much. My favorite lyric ever. It like a law of physics and part of the universe. Written so innocently.

[@mmckenzie8085]

I love watching these reactions from young people like yourself, to discover talent I grew up with. A whole new audience all these years later still appreciating the talent.of these musicians and keeping them alive. These were simpler times and it is great to see your emotions watching and listening to a beautiful voice. The 60s and 70s were times of amazing talent. You should check out Gene Pitney too. Another talent of the 60s but a completely different voice.

[@glenncamus7527]

It was a magical time filled with beautiful heartfelt music. Glenn Camus

[@burrichgrrl57]

Beautiful man, beautiful voice, beautiful song, beautiful accompaniment, hell, even beautiful suit, lol. It was a perfect moment.

[@mirjamvond1731]

I freaking love this song, I cannot help singing along even though I can't

[@iap-ug3oy]

Keep singing ….We need more songs like this ……

[@vallee3140]

me too, my husband just came in and said, another song you have ruined.

[@AndyViant]

everyone can sing. If it makes you happy, sing. If other people don't like it tell them to sing louder.

[@sliderdriver1]

Singing comes from the heart, as long as you feel good doing it, it matters not what others think... Go for it!

[@baz0348]

And it's a live performance which is the best version by far

[@meamartirenifi9477]

One of the most love songs, full of lyricism, taken up in "Ghost", wonderful movie with Patrick Swayze and Demi Moore. You will love this song... Bisscute 😊

[@richardmattix5322]

It`s not very often when the right singer comes together with the right song to create a one of a kind master piece that will go down in history as one of the most beautiful songs.

[@michaelfreeman6390]

Your Biscuit, I truly enjoyed you putting the song on your show, as you may or may not know, the Righteous Brothers were the first of The Blue-Eyed Soul. . . It was truly a remarkable era! Biscuit, I replayed this video and pay particular attention to your response. . . I believe you fell in love with more than just the song! :-)

[@FrancisP-b5u]

Your analysis is spot on about the artist of today. There has been over 670 Artist who have performed this song and there has been no one who could out perform Bobby in his solo performance. Bobby's is the Gold Standard for all to follow.I remember dancing to this song at our school dances on Friday night's.The 60s were great times to grow up in,.I wish you good luck and a good life.

[@BisscuteReacts]

Thank you, glad you liked this

[@nelitasciretta7101]

Bobby was very unique, one of a kind, and his voice was definitely a gift from God. When he sang you could actually feel the music, the emotion, the pain, the happiness, the love. This song will always be Bobbys, and all of his solos are amazing. I could listen to him 24/7. Try I Love You (For Sentimental Reasons, or For Your Love, or Crying in the Chapel. And if you really want to cry some more, listen to his Stay With Me, I believe he is feeling every single sad note he is singing, but he's like that with all his songs!) As a side note, he could have been a professional baseball player, he chose his music instead!

[@BisscuteReacts]

He is amazing, thanks for the suggestions ❤️

[@johnlafontaine4003]

Wow I didnt know about his baseball ability

[@nelitasciretta7101]

@@johnlafontaine4003 yep, he was being scouted when he was in college!

[@terrynorman9622]

Love your reaction! The song Unchained Melody is a theme song based on the 1955 film Unchained, hence the song title. It is one of the most recorded songs of the 20th century but most notably by the famous Righteous Brothers. Bobby Hatfield's solo became the juke box standard. Hatfield changed the melody of the final version, and many covers of his song was based on his version. He sang the song live and flawlessly, which makes it even more amazing. Hatfield was one of the greatest singers of all time!

[@petequesada2936]

Watching the joy on your face was worth more than any spoken reaction. Thank you!

[@terrystrand]

Perfect analysis of a perfect song by a perfect singer... I saw him perform this live here in Chicago and it melted my mind... they just don't make songs/singers like this any more. Amen. Thanx !!

[@rg20322]

What was in the water back then is that you really had to take it to the next level, true talent, you had to be very good. You had your voice, your presence and promotion. I really appreciate your commentary and have subscribed.