Doobie Brothers - It Keeps You Runnin’ | REACTION

[@denisesf5]

"No auto-tune in sight. This is when real talent shows." No truer words have ever been spoken.

[@danapaul3216]

Denise SEVIER-FRIES yep nowadays they are a cabal. The same handful of people write the songs and are seeking a certain look. Technology will fill in the blanks. That’s popular music in this age. That’s not to say there aren’t talented people out there, there are, they just have a harder time breaking through.

[@wyomingmike2379]

@@danapaul3216 so true friend. Good heartfelt singers nowadays are few and far between. Its all about flashing lights pyrotechnics fire and booms . True singers can still be found in the folk and blues songs .. I live in Wyoming now and have for over 30 years , born in the Mississippi delta . Im a white man raised up listening to delta blues and southern bluegrass. I call it my roots my heritage. Lost BB King a few years ago one of the best blues guitarist ever .Brother Ray Charles could send chills down my back once he really got into a song . Georgia on my mind or seven Spanish angels with Willie Nelson. True singers

[@danielolson5378]

Words 👊

[@coffeefish]

And people with real talent play with heart.

[@rstrid5505]

Actually they did have a type of autotune back then. At least for studio albums. It is a very old trick of studio engineers. They would record multiple vocal tracks and overlap them to smooth out sour notes. It's still done today.

[@gman3451]

Michael McDonald doesn’t sing, he paints a masterpiece with those golden pipes. It’s other worldly old soul!

[@catherinelynnfraser2001]

He takes you to church

[@waningmooncancer9628]

Tell it.

[@adrianarencibia7780]

You're absolutely right!! G-Man@ but he's better than that Michael McDonald doesn't only sing!!!!! He paints a masterpiece he doesn't only paint or draw a picture or draw a landsape or paint a landscape. or even still life on a canvas he makes a recipe he cooks something delicious so everybody can hear his beautiful valuable golden pipes he's not only a soul he's an old soul!!!!!!!! This is the time when singing is actually singing there was no garbage crap autotune like today's music today's music is garbage crap and rubbish there's no value in the music it's not valuable there's nobody that sings good in today's era everybody is garbage today believe it or not pepe today Welles some don't use autotune & believe it or not i Do know some of themes anyway cars is also garbage they say that they want to keep you safe but they're all made from plastic back then is pure Steel and there was no plastic involved and also crashes are less common.

[@michellerjackson5776]

My ♥️ music! Michael McDonald..beyond!

[@hlbjazz]

And he still sings live in concert - and is fantastic.

[@jimchitown8781]

The 70's was the BEST decade for music.

[@wyomingmike2379]

I agree ! 70ies into early 80ies was the best music.. I can listen to 70ies soft rock hours on end

[@abc456f]

60's, 70's, into the 80's. No way you can discount the 60's for one reason alone, the Beatles. They changed everything. But I agree that the 70's brought us such a variety of great music. It's funny because I pay every month for SiriusXM in my car and 99% of the time, I have it on the 70's channel.

[@wyomingmike2379]

@@abc456f lol hey dont feel funny about listening to the 70ies channel i do same thing .. Dont get much better than John fogerty and CCR jamming while im driving down i80

[@abc456f]

@@wyomingmike2379 👍

[@CaptainFALKEN]

I'm 23 and I can agree with that. Heart, LZ, Black Sabbath, etc

[@christopherwoods6777]

Truth. Every era has great music, but the 60s and 70s we’re an amazing time in music history.

[@kathycuster1714]

A great.time to be alive! A whole other feeling in the '70's. Today is just drudge! 70's were so lite!

[@psa10hunter94]

I love Michael McDonald, he just drips of soul in everything he sings,

[@lastchance2303]

So underrated.

[@devinthierault]

And his beard stays clean. How??

[@davida6889]

Good to see the younger gen grooving to the classics 🖒

[@3John16]

Being an 80s kid MM was everywhere but JAMEL you sir have made me a fan! This cut is amazing his voice is full of soul! Thanks for giving him your flowers!

[@craigedwards2940]

@@lastchance2303 I'm not sure that he's underrated. Maybe by idiot's.

[@davidhapka5483]

I'm an aging baby boomer... this was the music we had. I could cry for what happened to music in recent decades.

[@888jimm]

We thought this was normal 🤣🤣

[@reiver569]

There’s still great music out today; you just have to dig a little.

[@kathycuster1714]

Amen!

[@pattisimmons67]

Jamel, you're such a beautiful soul. You have to do things the right way and that may not always be what everyone wants but you do it right. Don't stop being you. Ever.

[@TJ-id6ee]

That's beautiful!

[@bunerabbit3125]

and so true

[@3John16]

100.

[@pmar27]

Yes! I'm on a mission to watch every reaction video of his. It's good for my soul

[@melodyhall6886]

I grew up on this music. Real music 🎶. 2022 Still listening 🎶.

[@ksjanetka]

I want a t-shirt of Jamel_AKA_Jamal wearing a t-shirt with Michael McDonald on it.

[@lastchance2303]

Hahahaha!

[@nancy9478]

Yes!

[@dennystewart3238]

Me too!!!

[@sharonsmith696]

I also would like 2. 🤣🤣

[@HandleTakenlol]

Same... But who would be on Michael McDonald's t-shirt?

[@mikearst2940]

No auto-tune in sight. "This is when real talent showed." Amen to that.

[@brodocbetty4856]

TALENT and everyone was bringing it back in the day.

[@shotelco]

...and today, No talent in sight.

[@charlesbowman129]

There is no doubt about who's singing when it's Michael McDonald. Such a distinctive voice.

[@markjackson6134]

I have McDonald, Sting, Lutha, Sade', Boz, and Stevie Nicks on that unique voice list. Steve Perry was on it until the group found a dude that sounds almost just like him.

[@Ayce1955]

As a former bassist, and an "old" guy, I know where Jamel is coming from. With Auto tune, computerized instrumentation that's always "perfect" and quantified drum tracks, I have to borrow a lyric from Rush. "All this machinery playing modern music..."

[@BRO77TX]

Good reference to RUSH!! Geddy also said that “modern” music sounded like empty calories on the radio!!

[@loki6253]

Michael has such a smooth voice. It's like creamy peanut butter. Jamal I just noticed there is never any negative or ugly comments on your post. 💝 to your followers and posters.

[@debs3957]

I had exactly the same thought about two minutes ago!

[@jeffkopher3468]

We appreciate the "goodness", y'all!

[@nancy9478]

We just liove our Jamel.

[@loki6253]

@@jeffkopher3468 Ain't it the truth?

[@ga0425]

I come here for the music reactions. I stay for the SuperLove!!! Everyone down for music, sharing great, personal stories related to the individual tunes & sharing this young Brother’s musical journey. No political nonsense. No racist bullshit. No ageism. No superiority complexes. No exclusions. A gathering of like-minded little geniuses feeling & sharing one of the greatest things about being alive.....music! Y’all are the best people I have never met in person. I truly have love and respect for each one of you. Health, Happiness & SuperLove to all y’all!

[@Schnorgldorf]

Yeah, Michael McDonald. One of the most unique, most smooth voices ever fronting one of the greatest bands.

[@andreadeamon6419]

When Myspace was active i talked to Michael several times. He's so down to earth. A true gentleman ❤

[@Goatllama]

That's so cool!

[@alphajava761]

I miss Myspace, Facebook is too nuts for me

[@andreadeamon6419]

It's amazing who all you can talk to online. They're just trying to live their lives also.

[@wyomingmike2379]

@@alphajava761 i agree about fakebook/Facebook i deactivated my Facebook account almost 4 years ago . I dont miss it especially with this an election year . I can imagine the bickering going on ..

[@mikegillaspy1721]

Is MySpace still a thing? I ditched fb

[@raspasfaja5733]

It's coming from deep with in his soul....can't bring that voice up from anywhere else..

[@closeencounter1954]

I think most people here also have "old souls"...... and old bodies too! (including me) :))))

[@robertlear2735]

Amen, brother

[@BighornShaver]

LOL!

[@waningmooncancer9628]

Yep.

[@kath6252]

Me too!

[@condoguy710]

I'll never forget listening to Aja by Steely Dan and hearing his voice for the very first time as a backup vocal and I had never heard a voice like that before. You can't mistake it. I was a huge Doobie Brother fan before he joined the band and Minute by Minute came out and every song was a gem. He made the Doobie Brothers even better if that was possible.

[@linzirainbow6577]

Michael McDonalds voice is just delicious. He is from an era when all musicians had to know their craft because there was nowhere to hide when performing live, and vocalists existed that could produce such top quality beautiful sounds. We now live in a world where a lot of mediocrity is classed as entertainment and image and deluded egos are rewarded and have become the norm.

[@jeff88701]

Wow I am in my 60s when I here youngsters say they like our music from my day we’ll blow me away your the best you and the king boomer love you brother 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@hubkapp7400]

Michael McDonal's "Shine Sweet Freedom" from the move "Running Scared" featuring Billy Crystal and Gregory Hines, you will LOVE this song and video, tons of fun. 👍😀

[@bradsmack1]

Good one, Hub! A karaoke fave...."Sweet Freedom"!!

[@Allencartercomix]

@@bradsmack1 Hands down, my favorite Michael McDonald song, written by the late funky brit Rod Temperton. And that video with McDonald, Hines and Crystal in the bar always brings a smile to my face, as they look to be having so much fun.

[@katemaxwell2804]

Lived Sweet Freedom!! Used to play it On my way to work as a nurse on evening shift...thought about that bar scene in the video 😎

[@whatsuphotdog]

yes!! perfect pop song!

[@miketscott]

Isn't great to think that there was a time when Billy Crystal and Gregory Hines were action stars?

[@maureenpate6662]

You so right!! No autotune! 50's, 60's, 70's best music ever! I was lucky enough to grow up to this fantastic music!! Wish I could go back! Music these days is just not the same.

[@kimkramer1932]

You need to check out his version of "You belong to me" with the Doobies.

[@timmmahhhh]

Both the Doobies and Carly Simon versions are great in their own ways. Carly and Michael co-wrote the song.

[@gregory46236]

Omg! Good call.

[@gregory46236]

@@timmmahhhh I just watched that video with Carly Simon. She had a beautiful voice

[@Zofer-1920]

Heck yeah, “You Belong To Me”

[@johnabbott257]

Carly Simon has a recording of this song as well. Pretty good, but the lyrics were changed for proper English.

[@NBAballToWalls]

Michael McDonald is a LEGEND. Should be thought of and recognized up there with the all time great singers.

[@charlesburris6314]

I know what you mean. Bob Seger said it best. "Today's music ain't got the same soul." Once you get a taste of real honey, the corn syrup you've always known is permanently pushed aside. And you said it. Sink or swim. The rare ones that we didn't like didn't make it. We were filthy rich with good music. Hope your day is blessed man.

[@deborahcornell171]

That man's voice still turns me on. Hell, just looking at him still turns me on.💙🌿💚

[@jerrypetrillo2903]

Don’t forget : need to check out Michael McDonald / James Ingram ‘ Yah Mo B There ‘ - do the original studio version first

[@tigerback62]

I second your mention!!!!!l

[@bradsmack1]

He must.....Lay that hammer down....."Yah Mo B There"! C'mon Jamel! James'n' Michael will take you ta "chuch" (and, yes, I meant to omit the "r")!

[@memphisrogues]

YES!!! ABSOLUTELY!!!

[@lastchance2303]

I quadruple that!!! ✊🏽✊🏽✊🏽

[@mrchrisk36]

This needs an upvote!

[@kimnewton1205]

The man has so much soul, swear he's part black. I was so happy when he joined this band. I especially when turned gray.

[@JonHop1]

He was graying at 25.. Pretty sure he is 26-27 here in this video..

[@jodan4]

"This is It" live with Michael and Kenny Loggins. You'll like it.

[@tigerback62]

I believe he did a reaction to that song. It was about a month ago.

[@51Lorie]

@@tigerback62 not the live version

[@tigerback62]

@@51Lorie This is true.

[@carolgerlt7183]

Heart to heart is a good one too!

[@barryanderson3910]

@@51Lorie Also interesting is Kenny and Daryl Hall's version on LFDH. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hKScdp5ujrmqY5Y

[@tinahairston6383]

Your feeling about today's music is how I feel. I RARELY listen to mainstream. My 23 year old niece wishes she grew up in the 80s for the music. I'd rather listen to anything prior to about 1995 and I'm a very happy woman! Glad you're discovering all the good stuff :)

[@lisaa8795]

I always say that I am stuck in a time warp. Sure do not feel bad about that... radio is finally catching up to us, we can listen to the 50s-80s music whenever we want.

[@Coolrockndad]

"Real Love" by Doobie with McDonald at lead is a must react.

[@wesleydonnasson838]

That entire One Step Closer LP is one gem of a song after the other.

[@kbusby4824]

Couldn't agree more!!

[@FrankHudsonbass]

I love the "McDoobies" era of the Doobie Brothers

[@philipbaldwin2078]

I still have the vinyl of that album. The lyrics to Real Love are great! “Here, darlin’, stands another bandit wanting you”

[@FrankHudsonbass]

@@philipbaldwin2078 that Michael McDonald sure has a way with words

[@andrewpetik2034]

"I'm an old soul".... Me too brother. Pretty much everything pre 1990 I have affection for..... I can't help but think how much I would enjoy meeting you one day! God bless you and your family! ✌️🙏

[@josephandreano2708]

"South City Midnight Lady" another great Doobies song

[@daveingrey2615]

That is such a beautiful song.

[@fifi5672]

Awesome song!!!

[@fastpony8127]

Amen, most underrated tune by the Doobs. My favorite by them too.

[@1bigrowdy]

That and Another Park Another Sunday are super tasty tubes

[@CongoBoz]

yes please my favorite song of that time, I played that song for my now wife on our first date!

[@scot60]

Michael McDonald and the Doobie Brothers got me through high school. His voice is so soulful.

[@melvinwomack3717]

Brother you don't have to explain anything your integrity shows in what you do.keep it up

[@Mariko0624]

A little Michael trivia. In 1974, McDonald became a member of Steely Dan's touring band, singing lead and backing vocals. He also became one of the many in-studio adjunct members of the band, providing backing vocals on tracks for 1975's Katy Lied. He appeared on subsequent Steely Dan recordings including 1976's The Royal Scam and 1977's Aja. He also played keyboards on some Steely Dan tracks. McDonald continued to provide backing vocals for Steely Dan through their 1980 release, Gaucho. In 2006, he joined Steely Dan on the band's summer tour, both as the opening act and as part of the band.

[@GeeCdiaz]

His voice, OMG “AMAZING”!!!! and that harmony, good Loooooord!!!!!!

[@greggross8856]

Some folks resented it when Michael McDonald came into the Doobie Brothers and changed their direction. Me, I think he elevated them

[@keithbrown7685]

Also, they should remember, MM didn't barge in, he was invited to join.

[@Samuel-I]

DOOBIES.... YOU BELONG TO ME !! You gonna dig it mightily!

[@Javelina_Poppers]

Seeing Jeff "Skunk" Baxter work those strings was an added bonus. I was blessed coming of age in the 60s and hearing and seeing all these great groups and performers in the 60s, 70s and 80s.

[@TheDivayenta]

His signature staccato notes which can also be heard on his solo in Steely Dan’s My Old School.

[@TheCaulfield1]

This guy's voice is just sooooo soulful....I close my eyes and he gets to my heart!! I just love him ❤🎹❤🎹❤🎹❤🎹❤🎹❤🎹

[@eikbike]

I listened to this as a young boy in the 70's and just heard this again after more than 40 years....I am blown away how incredible the artistry and beautiful this music is! These guys are fantastic!

[@TheDivayenta]

It was all Steely Dan and Doobies for me back then. Check them and Michael separately out on Soul Train!

[@Bellawhite1]

I so agree with you Jamel 100% about the music today all sounds the same and yesterday's music was artful and masterful. I want to let you know that I appreciate you and your knowledge and wisdom for such a young man. I love Micheal and have been listening to him and the Doobies for so long. I wish you could have been around during the 70's and early 80's.

[@bigjay123]

'Skunk' Baxter on that solo. He played with a few bands.

[@mikelawson6456]

Now he works for defense contractors

[@fordp69]

Cool dude to talk to as well.

[@MrGilperc]

Met him at a NAMM show. A really nice guy. Also played with Steely Dan. And Michael sings on some Steely Dan tunes. Just listen to Peg.

[@CongoBoz]

@@mikelawson6456 and had a muppet fashioned in his likeness

[@sybilgrieco5592]

I keep thinking "Man, this man has done so many reactions to songs. I know a lot if them have been pulled, but your soul has been so enriched with hearing these. It's a win win situation for you. Thsnk you for making us realize how great our past was!

[@coolskyangel6263]

When singers really sang! Iconic voices, now at days few singers use their real voices... SAD..... ... excellent vid😉👍

[@elizabethfrench1884]

Jamel, you nailed it..they needed talent to succeed. Doobie brothers are a legend. When I'm driving on the highway, their tunes are cranked! ☮❤

[@ricktassone6529]

Yes some Throwbackness. 🎧🎶. Michael McDonald at the helm. This live version sounds so good. Thanks Jamel. Real talent for real! The sink or swim analogy is perfect

[@susanhoh1414]

I went to see Doobie Brothers 3 times and just was blown away. I miss my generations music, when no frills and thrills going on stage just performance solid syraight up talent.

[@MrTech226]

Jamal Speaking of Jeff "Skunk" Baxter, he has an interesting second career after Doobie Brothers, Jeff does classified work for national security and government. Stuff that are off limits for those who don't have top to ultra top clearances.

[@armadillotoe]

I watched a video about that. I love it when musicians turn out to be major brains.

[@vinniemoran7362]

Whah?!

[@bethmerryfield7186]

That's cool and interesting

[@veracinicola4354]

Definitely an old soul! He speaks the TRUTH

[@mneff69]

"What A Fool Believes" is another good song from Michael McDonald.

[@lisaa8795]

One of my favorites.

[@BoneyWhy]

That voice! One of the most unique in history! Anyone can recognize a mile away! The feel of this band was never surpassed. They had a couple incarnations and all good.

[@pem5034]

Keep doing what you're doing brother. You're helping. Appreciate you.

[@Rocdag]

Thank you for appreciating this guy and his band. Imagine…these dudes are still singing and they are old enough to be your g-pa!

[@frankmerris8821]

your doing a great job brother and if you keep reacting to music like this i predict a million by christmas

[@pamelahofman1785]

You're such a nice man, Jamal. Thanks for being so genuine.

[@katfran492]

All praise the sweet-soulful pipes of Michael McDonald 🙏 That mans voice was sexy AF.

[@NBAballToWalls]

One of the few singers who as soon as they start singing its HITS

[@pamelahunter987]

I once heard someone say that Michael McDonald has a voice that women want to make love with. He didn’t actually say “make love with”, but you get the idea!

[@benarmentano3799]

That was actually said by one of McDonald's former Doobie Brothers band mates- I think Keith Knudsen or John Hartman I believe...

[@TheDivayenta]

And he’s gorgeous.

[@joewolfe5370]

Just finished listening to your comments I know this was a while ago but it holds true about music today. Everything sound manufactured. The package is more important than the music. And that's where I tap out !!!

[@mcgruff3309]

Jamel, It must be time to put on brother Steve Winwood.

[@deaconblue949]

Talkin' Back to the Night and Arc of a Diver for me please...

[@corkycobon1481]

Especially some of the Spencer Davis Group days.

[@recyclerhopkins]

Traffic stuff too, a lot there

[@ALVIEDZANE]

My Love’s Leavin’ - breathtaking heartbreak. While You See A Chance (100%, Winwood) - If you’ve heard this song, you’ve watched the sun come up Higher Love - Some Chaka Khan in the background. Takes over the song at the finish.

[@kbrewski1]

Yep, Winwood has a GREAT blue eyed smooth soul voice. While You See a Chance, Arc of a Diver, Low Spark etc. And don't forget his great stuff from the Go project with Stomu Yamashta, ie Crossing the Line, Winner/Loser, great progressive rock.

[@johnfranco3866]

That's beautiful my ,brother Jamel! You my favorite reaction video analyst.

[@rayeckert242]

This is one of the tunes that played while Forrest Gump ran across the USA. Run Forrest, run!

[@renee176]

So proud of being a kid who grew up in the seventies and eighties and having music like this and similar to this to be the background of the story of My Life. A time when real singers, with real talent were making real music! So glad I was there to see it, listen to it, and experience it firsthand! This type of music has definitely lasted and stood the test of time...and still sound Fantastic... lol! 🤗🎶 With all the music reviews I see younger people, such as yourself doing these days, it gives me hope that future generations will be able to learn again with real music sounds like and to be able to experience it within their own generations music! 🙂

[@barblc3202]

we are here for the long-haul, Jamel, so we will be here when you get around to everything you will react to.

[@franciscobarbizu7052]

Loves this version, what an amazing talent, the whole band is awesome. This is Michael earlier years with the band, when he was replacing the original vocal that was ill Tom Johnston. Thank you Jamal I enjoy watching you watching such beautiful music.

[@illuminateyourlife3401]

It's about time they got into the Rock n' Roll Hall of Fame 💪😎 2020

[@frankrobertson7325]

I watched this last night. So good! I had to watch it again today. Chills all over. This man taking us to church. Love it.

[@briangregory6303]

Both incarnations of The Doobie Brothers were pretty damn good.

[@veracinicola4354]

Reliving my youth with with these amazing tunes I am 76 yrs old, and enjoying every reaction videos!

[@wyomingmike2379]

Willie Nelson and Ray Charles seven Spanish angels. 2 of the greatest. Brother Ray could sing with anyone willie did sing with just about everyone those two together wow!! Great song

[@nancy9478]

Another great song.

[@maryc.3161]

Jamel, you do what you can about getting reactions out and we’ll be patient. We know you have a life to live as well so don’t worry about us. I’m just glad you’re enjoying the ride! Us old souls need to stick together to keep this wonderful music alive!

[@jonathanlewis6408]

Hey, just found your channel love what your doing I consider myself a HUGE 60's - 90's fan, just thought I would suggest some songs I doubt you have heard, or that I haven't seen you review. 1.) Tin Man, or Another Try - America 2.) Band on the Run, or Nineteen hundred and eighty five - Paul McCartney and the Wings 3.) A Whiter Shade of Pale - Procol Harum 4.) December 1963 - Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons 5.) Sail On, or Easy - The Commodores

[@lizhall746]

"Band on the run" is one of my staple albums that live in my car..

[@bethmerryfield7186]

A whiter shade of pale, incredible

[@TeresaMount-t9o]

My favorite song by the Doobies, they are my favorite band still listening in 2024 and I turn 74 this year! Michael McDonald is my favorite male vocalist

[@Lavastorm77]

Minute by Minute and What a Fool Believes.

[@antoinettelopes]

I didn't realize he hadn't reacted to "What a Fool Believes" yet. What an egregious error! 🤦‍♀️

[@kennethv5250]

@@antoinettelopes he has reacted to it... kzbin.info/www/bejne/b4SUiqWDetCJa5I

[@kennethv5250]

jamal has done both songs. search the channel

[@antoinettelopes]

@@kennethv5250 oh ok. Thanks.

[@tobykenobe]

I still say he needs to react to The Doctor, their first single after the return of Tom Johnston

[@scottweinstein8908]

Jamel: you have saved me over these past several months!! Watching your reactions to the greasiest music ever made brings me back to the first time I heard these songs. Your joy and enthusiasm makes me smile each time I watch a post. I can’t thank you enough!! Please keep them coming!!

[@dreamweaver8913]

The face and voice of an angel!! Love Michael!!

[@lisazaccardimeunier8378]

I think today, music executives are more concerned with physical appearance than musical ability. With all the technology, they can make anyone sound good, but they can't make anyone look good. This is also my favorite era of music. It's all so original and authentic. It comes from the heart, not a machine.There a few artists today that transcend, but not many.

[@Mona.555]

That intro he plays sounded like the intro to “Minute by Minute”. Auto-tune ruined music. Everybody sounds good using A-tune. Therefore, the music industry didn’t have to find real talent like Michael McDonald and the Doobie Brothers. That’s why most of today’s popular music sounds like crap.

[@cindyharrington5958]

I agree.

[@lastchance2303]

Compared to the real deal, autotune sucks. Then, real talent was required.

[@gracechapman3412]

I love your reference too a old soul.Young people have old souls. They can see things and feel things. U gotta live ur life, no ones going anywhere. Appreciate all the good vibes u spread. And the positivity. Have a great day.

[@StanleyRodgers]

Let's not forget that a lot of these auto tune performers use a ton of backing tracks live as well. Remember when Milli Vanilli was a scandal? By today's standards, that was tame. Business as usual even.

[@WarrenPDavis]

That is why I love Grace Vanderwaal, the 12 year old(Now 16) who won America's Got Talent....she writes her own music and refuses to lip sync or use auto tune....she is special and I hope Jamal will listen to some of her stuff some day. Check out her channel. It has stuff from the AGT show up to her newest....some really good stuff there in her latest EP album kzbin.info/door/2qc1KM4zgRoOpysqVEaNbw

[@lxhobson]

GOD his voice is SO beautiful!! I can't figure out what makes his voice so unique, but I think it may be because he can somehow sing with power, yet with a breathiness that makes it feel not only srong, but 'warm and fuzzy' at the same time -- Ya know? This may be the first time I've seen him sing live when he was with the Doobies -- He looks younger here than I've ever seen him. Great song too!

[@TheDivayenta]

And he has deep dimples! Mike doesn’t sing falsetto. Those high notes are chest and head tones! That’s why he sounds so unique.

[@marshabass3393]

Yah Mo be There come on Jamel!Michael&James Ingraham

[@sheiladrucker6872]

Michael has a "unique" soulful voice with a lot of "feeling" and the power and pitch!!!!

[@imshannonnottellin7882]

Loved so much by my mama RIP.

[@cheryljackson6088]

Yaaasss!!! Michael Mc!!! Master!!! Doobie Brothers the band on a while. The group itself ona whatsinever ever! I know I had the album. Im a 64 year youngn' black hippy. These songs never die. Never. These guys, Journey, Boston, EWF, Van Halen, The Eagles etc. RAW talent artists and MUSICIANS.

[@kimkramer1932]

Brother, please.. Another park, another Sunday !!!

[@Matagot90]

Yes, this one please.

[@tigerback62]

That's a great song!

[@mrmedallis]

Yessssss

[@nancy9478]

Yes!

[@sassymessmess9110]

YES!

[@GreatCircle360]

Seeing the Doobies live was the best. The most integrated audience, just there to celebrate together. What a great time to grow up. I do like the more deliberate pace of the studio version, but MM really delivers the goods here as well! Thank you, old soul.

[@justina77]

One of my favorites by Michael McDonald is "I keep forgetting, We're not in love anymore". Soo good!

[@twinkle2679]

I was 18 in 1972. I love reliving the music that I cherished through your perspective. Rock, pop, funk, blues, my generation was surrounded and spoiled for choice with such incredible music. And, as you point out, no auto-tune.

[@helenhelmke2051]

Honey Baby you just don’t even know the tip of the iceberg yet. You were born in the wrong decade but you can go retro. We love you 💜

[@lastchance2303]

👍🏼💐💖💛💋

[@helenhelmke2051]

Doug Kirk That’s a good one !! I’ll. Have to tell my husband that one

[@lastchance2303]

@Doug Kirk Why? Are you eye candy??? 😉

[@ehcmier]

"Skunk" Baxter on guitar solo. You heard him with Steely Dan.

[@x0539p]

Michael was with Steely Dan before the Doobie Brothers.

[@scootertab]

Who doesn’t love the Church of Michael McDonald! He is pours his soul into every song he sings. Thanks for playing the live video to witness his keyboard skills. Their sound is tangible!

[@karenandersen127]

Keeps you running so sweet. His voice is so calming and clear. I got to see him at a park. I’m 68 and love all the songs you give us. I love soul and R&B. Thank you so much lifting me up everyday!

[@cherylfugate7517]

Thank you for your breakdown of this song and your heartfelt feelings about this music. The comparison to the today’s music to the virtuosity of the 1970s music really warms my heart that you understand the difference between the decades. Thanks sweetie !

[@todd8414]

I was born in 1966 so I was blessed to be growing up and listening to the music of the 70's and 80's. It was a magical time and won't be duplicated!

[@herbearle9247]

Hey Jamal, I really appreciate what you are doing and why you're doing it. I'm 66 and love listening to all these great songs along with you. Many of them I haven't heard since the seventies. And some are completely new to me. So thank you for doing what you're doing. Keeping the music alive. Peace.

[@i8rmnky]

You can’t go this far down the Doobie Brothers rabbit hole without reacting to the TV Show “What’s Happening” - What's Happening S2 E16 Doobie Or Not Doobie - Its generational time stamp moment that so many of the 45 and older crowd remember.

[@sharonsmith696]

Lawd have mercy. That man gives me goosebumps. 💞

[@terryesrom4607]

Yeah, you know what I have been a Doobies fan for 44 years and I still get that feeling of awe when I listen to them, Michael McDonalds voice is so pure and clean and yes without the auto TUNE involved. Awesome.