DramaSydETV: Phil Collins - In The Air Tonight LIVE HD Reaction Video

Phil Collins - In The Air Tonight LIVE HD Reaction Video
My reaction and thoughts on this classic
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[@dos-fslady3140]

Phil Collins isn't classically good-looking, but anyone who OWNS A PERFORMANCE like this is hot as hell.

[@yordeva258]

Yes!!!!!

[@erinhafer228]

If you don’t feel goosebumps from head to toe when he hits the drums then you ain’t human!!!! The drama of that performance was INTENSE!!!

[@sundayze]

Erin Hafer Goosebumps? It takes my breath away every time!

[@robzybex4197]

And in the intro..

[@suzannetodaro5494]

Can you imagine what the crowd felt like in that video some of which had their eyes closed to absorb the moment, if we watching third hand felt like that....wow

[@storybec]

Greatest "Air Drum" moment of all time!

[@serenasorensen6734]

This is one of my favorite live videos. It must have been amazing to be in that audience.

[@jamespoxon4606]

Its sad that in the UK he doesn't get the recognition he deserves. Despite the fact he is the biggest selling British artist excluding members of The Beatles. The man is a genius

[@dos-fslady3140]

Yep, and yet you Brits appreciated some of our R&B artists from the 60's more than they were liked here in the early days. I lived in London for a couple of years in the 90's, and Dublin for 6 months. I miss the UK every day. In fact, I'm puttin' on the kettle right now in your honor.

[@cndngranma8436]

It's ok we love here in the west

[@grahamkelly8662]

DOS-FS Lady your kettle comment, reminded me of a reaction , I watched last night. There’s a reaction channel, on KZbin called After Work Reactions. He reacted to an old British comedy show called Bottom, aired in the 90’s. maybe you’ve heard of or watched, while you was living in the U.K.? If you haven’t, it’s a bloody great show. Stars 2 main characters and they had the gas man show up to read their gas meter and well, I won’t spoil it but if you decided to watch it, you’ll get what I mean about the kettle. After watching the episode last night, I’m gonna see if Amazon has full box set. I forgot how much I loved the show. Tv in 80’s and 90’s was so much better then the shitty reality tv of modern times.

[@ericmorgan204]

James Poxon ironical the Queen song "I want it all" is all about Brian' May's divorce as well.

[@tradeladder146]

@@dos-fslady3140 Cheers Luv.

[@nordy2010]

Not gonna lie, this is easily my favorite version of this song. I'm so jealous of the people that got to be at that concert!!!

[@Alwaysherethere]

Sigh, me too

[@stephenbrown310]

Been a fan of Phils for 40 years, this is the best version of this song Phil Rocks 😀👍🥁

[@bencegabor648]

the intro and the drums on this version are from another world. but you could say that about the entire performance

[@souadmsissa8380]

I was 12 now 41 love u phil collins

[@bryonensminger7462]

Not to mention how hard to play drums and sing like that is extremely hard

[@ErikPortland]

@C L True but Henley never did anything intricate.

[@dhLotan]

If there was a short list of underrated musicians of our generation, Phil Collins is in the top 3.

[@dollofvoodoo]

That first guitar chord? OMG! The chills!

[@nancyberry1039]

The first time I saw this performance, I nearly had an anxiety attack. He's just casually strolling along the stage, no where near the drums. Um, Phil? Ya wanna hurry it up there? You're about to miss your own drum solo, buddy. :-)

[@evonne1957]

Nancy Berry the drums were hidden under the floor until he reached the top of stairs. Then all hell broke loose with the crowd cheering when the kit appeared. You can barely catch it as he he walks towards it.

[@dos-fslady3140]

@@evonne1957 Hey KS -- thank you so much for pointing this out to the rest of us. I did not realize the drum set was under the stage, but saw it coming up thanks to you. Spectacularly dramatic performance!

[@dmxdex]

How many times do you think he rehersed that? He was never going to miss it. He timed it to perfection

[@roderick617]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@dalehammers4425]

One of the greatest male vocalists in history.

[@johnnosiennek7066]

Would have loved Phil and Freddie do a song together

[@stephenbrown310]

Dale Hammers And one of the best drummers🥁

[@1GoldenBreeze]

I liked how they built up anticipation and layered the instruments in slowly.

[@anthonyyoutubefan7567]

And, that's exactly how it was constructed in the studio, in 1981. Then, on Miami Vice (Episode 1, 1984), this show became a hit for the second time.

[@johnlau5066]

One of the most iconic songs of the 80s. Incredible live performance. You did ABSOLUTELY the best thing letting it play out. Thank you for that.

[@waynebarber0665]

This live version of this song is just plain BADASS! He is awesome! He has a ton of great songs!

[@janetranslates]

Had no idea Phil Collins was such a showman! Never saw him perform, even on TV. But his songs are mesmerizing. And the moment when the crowd realized that he was about to sit down behind the drums--magic!

[@kens32052]

I think he needs to be Knighted just like Elton John was.

[@ggbel3320]

kens32052 he’s british ?

[@sherrifrazier5722]

Yes!!!

[@proudarmymom8657]

There is nothing that this guy can’t do whether it was with Genesis or when he went solo this guy is just awesome, he’s an awesome drummer an awesome singer an awesome songwriter LOVE Phil Collins!!

[@januzzell8631]

Also not a bad actor ;)

[@panda9144]

Jan Uzzell Phil started out as a child actor.

[@brittanygidley1291]

Take me to the 80’s please 🙏🏼 I grew up listening to the 80’s thank god to my parents 🙏🏼 I’m a 90’s kid and I’ll be 29 in October, but I absolutely was born in the wrong time lmao. No one can do a soundtrack like Phil Collins does in Tarzan 💯✊🏼 If you don’t get chills listening to this and just dance to any of his songs, let alone any 80’s songs, you have no soul.

[@jeffbanfieldsflwr3537]

I have listened to this song literally 10,000 times and still love hearing it. I heard it live last year and it was a spiritual experience.

[@kathylivedinthe80s14]

Every time he hits them drums instant goosebumps

[@gabrielnarducci2573]

When you see legend walking on stage.... the one and only Phil Collins✨

[@mzliz1249]

“I don’t care anymore” is another great one. Enjoyed your reaction.🤙🏼

[@markcastellanos9678]

You got it, That scene from Miami vice is Iconic.

[@heidicross6878]

The song is either directed to his wife or the Interior designer, whom she had an affair with. The designer was employed by Phil to design certain rooms in their house.......but, the designer and the wife got it on while Phil was on tour. It broke Phil's heart but it gave us one brilliant album.

[@jenbill]

Ahh Yeah! Crocket and Tubbs rolling down the boulevard middle of the night to go do their thing, this song blasting away the only time both not sure if they where going to live through it, so much so Crocket has to stop and make a call to the ex had to know if any of what they had was real or not, has to be one of all time greatest scenes of all time.

[@2HRTS1LOVE]

All us 80s kids think of that scene when we hear this song. I've yet to be as cool as them, lol!

[@nicolerucker6880]

They even played this song when they were together on the boat Crockett driven speedin omg both those scenes was my favorite because they played Phil Collins song In The Air Tonight ❤❤❤❤

[@RexKarrs]

The song made the episode cool, and the episode made the city cool. Nice work.

[@samanthagerbrandt7543]

My mom loved playing drums before she was diagnosed with Primary Progressive MS. Phil Collins was always her inspiration. And she loved the Tarzan soundtrack because of him.

[@moorek1967]

There is no reason to give up what she loves, just adapt it for her. I also have MS so I understand. But don't ever give up what you love if you can adapt it.

[@Shawney-jf6kc]

Phil is screaming his hurt from his heart to his lungs and more.

[@worldwidebirthdaycelebrations]

Phil Collins is a treasure! Agreed!

[@romelnegut2005]

The entire moment is so beautiful but that guitar moment gives me the goosebumps. The drums moment is something else man.

[@christinaalvarado1983]

He's actually listed as the greatest drummer of all time. Look it up. He gets his props.

[@edwardvanleppard2774]

Wow...never seen this performance before! Epic!!!!

[@coreyvegar9152]

I went to his concert in when he went to Australia earlier this year and even though he couldn't really do anything because he hurt his back or legs or something like that but in the end it was a kick ass show and his son played the drums.

[@chesterdrawers8754]

Saw him in Adelaide this year. Awesome concert!! 👍👍

[@MiriahBruce]

He broke his back and can't play anymore. 😢

[@psafety9355]

This is a real god damn performance!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Wulfegang]

This is 1 of 2 reasons I became a drummer. When that drum fill hits....pure emotion.

[@reginaross6719]

This was my mama boy........ she said that man can sang!!!! She loves her some Phil Collins!!! May she rest in peace.....

[@MegaMAWG]

Years ago, my wife and I scored tickets to one of his shows in Las Vegas. I am also an entertainer and I got booked on the night of the show and couldn't attend. My wife worked for NBC in Vegas at the time and came home to tell me, because of her press credentials, she was invited to watch the show from the sound team's platform behind the mixing board!!!! Needless to say, I was pretty heartbroken that I missed that one!

[@letitbesummer6536]

This song always gives me chills after all these years. And you have to play it really, really loud! Love your reactions, love your channel.

[@der_Basaltmann]

YES, VERY LOUD!! 👍👍👍

[@RAimotion]

excatly.... the effect of this sone intensifies the louder you play it.. for me it gets full cranked up when im home alone lol :)

[@mollywright6371]

Due to some nerve damage Phil can not play drums anymore but tells his fans he can still sing Godspeed Phil Collins 👍💜🙏💖

[@serenahenry4468]

I love love Phil Collins💕I was born the year after this song was released, always loved him as a drummer & singer. One of the best 💕🥰

[@endocry]

Man, while the legendary drum fill in this song is worthy of its status, I feel like people sleep on the bassline following it. It is equally as legendary. If you've never really taken note, go back and listen and really pay attention. I'll bet you've been bobbing your head and tapping your feet to that bassline this whole time and never realized it!

[@savetommyrobinsonfreespeec7660]

Brilliant, respectful response, to another, great, British artist! 🇺🇸❤️🇬🇧 👌🏾👌🏻👌🏼

[@arnoldsherrill6305]

This song literally grabbed you by the throat and the Heart. Everyone remember this was back in the 80s when Real Performance was King, no Auto-Tune or special effects. The writing of lyrics, music had to stand on its own and this song is a perfect example of that, not to mention the fact that the entire band literally blew the roof off the building during this song. It is Iconic because it is , nothing more nothing less. With this song He Set a musical standard

[@therealhaemony]

One of the highlights of my life was being able to see Genesis live. Never been to a solo Phil concert, but I got what I could. Thank you for this reaction.

[@suzannetodaro5494]

Yeah, me too Roundhurst Park knee deep in mud lol

[@tuijakarttunen9164]

This performance, his voice, the song, the drumming: pure dynamite. Absolutely incredible.

[@kathigreen1479]

"You have to let it cook. Let it simmer." 💯‼️💥💃🏻✨ ABSOLUTELY!

[@rickrhoden1]

Agree wholeheartedly with everything you said! That is just a great live performance, and you were right just to let it "cook" without interruption. Not long ago, Questlove, great drummer with the Roots, on the Tonight Show played while Phil Collins sang that song, and he was sweating bullets that he would get that drum intro right, it is so iconic (he nailed it fine). It's fortunate that we have KZbin and reactors like you to let younger folks know about these great songs and artists.

[@DaveLeach697]

January 1981 Phil wrote, produced and performed this single in a very subdued UK environment with 'some' attention but not at the the level it's risen to today. The concert we're watching here was at the Palais Omnisports Paris Bercy, in June 2004. At the beginning he recalls a meeting with someone for whom he obviously has no respect (Well if you told me you were drowning, I would not lend a hand. I've seen your face before, my friend, but I don't know if you know who I am. I was there and I saw what you did...I saw it with my own two eyes (In his mirror). So you can wipe off that grin...I know where you been. It's all been a pack of lies.) He's referring, of course, to himself and not to some imaginary other. His lowest point in life (drowning) through his answered prayers for success (I can feel it comin' in the air tonight, oh Lord) to his eventual stardom (I've been waiting for this moment all my life) brought him here to share with you and me the one thing that we're all afraid of...failure vs success. The melody is haunting, the atmosphere follows suit, the lyrics touch all of our hearts and the drum climax is...well, you tell me!

[@dannyholden6042]

He's one of the best drummers in the world...period

[@dreamfury2351]

8:19 Literally, understanding the same thing, feeling it together, black and white, we understand the same feeling, at least right at this second. Thanks for sharing!

[@NyleveEiramLofasm]

Let's talk about anticipation of this song, the layers and to the moment he bangs on the drums. In this moment history would be made. And a legend would be created. One Creator said he never seen someone drop a beat 3 minutes into a song. neither have I. This song is just pure epicness.

[@meliplay]

Mmm I think his vocal in this performance is better than the studio version whoo I have to add his look is so deceptive he looks like your math teacher but then he busts out those vocals and drums and holy shit

[@joelong7448]

The build in that song just pierces you. You're right, he is a treasure.

[@echochambers8418]

Between watching reruns of Miami Vice with my Mom and Listening to Genesis and Phil,I’ve heard this song 1000 times..Love it.I think I was about 6 when it came out(I’m 38).Drummers who sing amaze me.Phil and Don Henley and believe it or not Karen Carpenter are 3 of the best.

[@tinab5119]

You sir are a genuine man and I respect your intelligence and emotional investment in music. It's beautiful isn't it?? My son is a talented musician and I love that his father and I recognized that in him at an early age ( 2 yrs old) much love to you ❤

[@ashemobaby]

I get the chills every time I hear this live version. I’ve heard it about 100 times in 2 days. Phil is a GOAT.

[@bumper321]

Usually reaction videos, at least ones I've seen, are from people who have never heard the song before, but seeing you mouth the words along with the song, raise two fingers for the line 'saw it with my own two eyes' and brace yourself in anticipation of the drums was really awesome! I saw this tour in person and it was incredible! In case you can't really see it on the video, the drums rise up from the floor, so the audience wasn't sure he was going to make it to a drum kit in time for the solo and it was nerve-wracking! Lol! Thank you for posting, great video!

[@karend1577]

This brought back memories. I really like this song. As I watched this video, l can’t believe he was still able to sing it like it should. (Sometimes singers in live doesn’t sound like the singing in studio.) He’s great! Thanks.

[@dos-fslady3140]

Syd -- This is the first time I've watched one of your videos, and man, you took me to CHURCH!!! Watching this vid with you was beautiful -- thank you so much. Love from Albuquerque. Subscribed!

[@raymcarthur3870]

Who would have thought the live version could be better than the Great job they did in the studio. Musical Genius!

[@bstb1958]

the arrangement alone is unreal

[@Old_Man001]

He was 53 years old when he did this concert in Bercy, Paris in 2004. Truly an amazing performance by Brad Cole (keyboards, synthesizers, Vocoder), Daryl Stuermer (6 String Guitar), Leland Sklar (Bass Guitar), Chester Thompson ("Rhythm" Drums) and Phil himself (vocals, drums).

[@Mistilou]

He started drumming at 5yrs old!! That's how long he's been a drummer!!!❤🌹✌

[@rowenanunn590]

This song takes me back to being 16ish again ❣

[@hellhound551]

Phil Collins is a multi talented musician, song writer, and singer and he has an amazing legacy in the music world. To be able to be successful in a big time band(genesis) and then go on to a solo career and be equally successful is no small feat. Sadly, his health has declined in recent years and his performing days are over but his legacy will always be there as well as his great music. A true talent.

[@minimalistasp05]

One of the greatest musicians of all time and I am very grateful to have managed to go to a show here in Brazil my country, It's a shame I didn't see him play the drums because his health doesn't allow it but the show was amazing Long live this music monster

[@nickblack4661]

Can I just shake your hand for not stopping the video to give a reaction , a song think this played Soooo brilliantly is one just to let play and stand back in wonder

[@spectrelead]

I saw this gentleman live in April 1997, at a concert in Champaign, Illinois. This song was in the center of the playlist, and that entire place was ELECTRIC as soon as this song started.

[@adamdodgshon638]

You’re so right. He’s a treasure. His drum skills are just incredible and this song is, as you say, just one of many classics. I saw this video some time ago but every time I watch it it makes me cry. If you haven’t heard it yet, and I’m sure you have, but there’s 2 songs on his second album that may be slightly lesser well known and worth a listen. Like China, and I Don’t Care Anymore. Anyway, I love your reactions and this channel so whatever you choose I look forward to it :-)

[@bettybaby63]

I don’t care anymore is one of my favs.

[@sandrasanders706]

I dont care anymore is on an Miami Vice Episode season 1 called No Exit featuring Bruce Willis..he won an Emmy for his performance.

[@jamessweet5341]

Phil's drum skills were well known. He did most of the drums on Peter Gabriel's second solo and helped establish the gated drum sound as a standard in rock.

[@sarahholland1375]

One of my favourite songs ever. Also reminds me of Don Johnson driving round at night to this in Miami Vice. Looking fit as.....

[@saflynn14]

Did you notice how he slowly walked down the steps then across the stage and up the opposite steps? I thought that was so awesome!

[@denisejacob2032]

You are SO right, Phil Collins IS such a treasure…… what a Legend!

[@PrincessLaMala1]

YES!!! THANK YOU!!! Phil Collins IS a great treasure to the music world and us!!! TRUTH!!!!!

[@JKM395]

Somehow, he's gotten underrated recently. I have no idea why. His body of work is excellent and he's a wonderful musician, writer and vocalist.

[@rogeratkinson592]

I was just over sixteen years old when this song came out. I am from the south and didn't listen to anything but country and Elvis for years. To be honest, I went out of my way to avoid music out of my categories, but this was one song that I really loved. That sound is awesome, and the music seems to pull you in and keep you on the edge of your seat. It makes me want to know the story.

[@TheBlaster54]

DramaSyd, I’ve been a Genesis and Phil Collins fan all of my adult life and I’m in my 60s. Phil is a consummate performer and song writer. He has the “Midas Touch” when it came to song writing and his performances. There are untold numbers of song writers that can only dream of having the unprecedented success with writing as many chart topping hits as Phil has and for as long as he did it. Phil and Peter Gabriel had tremendous individual success after they left Genesis.

[@RukiMoogle]

Woaahh.. you probably get this a lot but your eyes are stunning!

[@KCATWIL]

aren't they tho. I was thinking the same thing.

[@crazya3466]

This is pure Phil Collins, his masterpiece and one rocks most iconic songs from that most iconic era of the 80s, they just don't make em like that anymore, pure gold👏💪🖒👊.. cA

[@ohsure07]

Yip another beautiful classic. It really is amazing how spoilt we were for great music, or should I say you have to look a lot harder for great music. 👍

[@katherinemorelle7115]

It’s still there, but yeah, you do have to look a little harder.

[@dagnelpaula1]

New subscriber, here. And I HAD to comment, for two reasons. The first, because this is probably my all-time favorite song by Phil Collins. What a talent! The second reason is because I couldn't believe it when I heard you say where you heard this song for the first time, 'cause that's where I heard it, as well. Miami Vice. (My favorite show of that time!) Thanks for this song, and even though you were very familiar with the song, you had a great reaction as you enjoyed it along with the rest of us. Also kudos to you for doing this song for the guy requesting it; you could have said you'd already heard it. But you did it anyway, and still had a wonderful reaction. 'Cause when music is this great, no many HOW many times you hear it, you can't help but react to it. Wonderful video. I'm now a fan.

[@pikeevans8559]

I feel sorry for those who are not my same age. Little do they know the music they missed out on. I was born in the late 40's and that music was being played when I was old enough to remember it. Glenn Miller and all the old big bands. In country music, Hank Williams was the big star at that time. In the 50's we had The Platters , and a bunch of what we would call boy bands today. The Four Aces and other groups like that. There was folk music to be heard, and Peter, Paul, and Mary topped the charts. Then Along came Elvis...he helped develop What we call Rock and Roll today. He gave way to the Beatles and all the bands that invaded America back in the 60's. 70's had disco, 80's had Classic Rock . I got to listen to it all...and today I get to listen to Angelina Jordan. I can't imagine it any other way.

[@dos-fslady3140]

Pike -- thanks so much for sharing your story. I'm not quite as old as you, but almost. My dad loved Glenn Miller, and all of the jazz singers: Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughn, and too many to remember now. Mom and I loved 60's R&B, and my brothers leaned toward rock. Yep, those days will never be matched. Respect! from Albuquerque

[@ArtamStudio]

I'm a decade older and love music of all eras - the 20s, 30s, 40s - jazz, Big Band, true country - through to trance and house of the 00s. What a musical legacy!

[@cajun812]

I believe I was a junior in high school when this episode came out. Miami Vice was my show at that time and you're right, it brings me back to the mid-80's, the girl I dated, the truck I drove and a set of friends, most of which I haven't seen in decades now. Memories.

[@kathys6402]

I was wondering if he was going to play the drums, could not wait to see & hear that iconic drum beat drop in! Wow what a talent Phil Collins is. I forgot how much I love his music, so thank you for doing this song, it is going right on my playlist. Thinking I will have to dive back into Phil Collins & Genesis, see what else I remember.

[@JoeSmith-iv3sf]

It's funny that ppl can forget how great some stuff is. I am guilty of this all the time.

[@realbser1956]

Yessssss. Miami Vice. First heard it there and loved it ever since. You know the drums are coming and it still makes you stop in your tracks when Phil starts.

[@krissanders987]

Not many artists in history was able to create goosebump type songs, but Phil definitely pulled one off. Awesome ass eyes btw. I too also was lucky enough to be born with baby blue eyes lol.

[@gardnersoul3149]

When he came to Las Vegas recently, I felt so honored to be his follow spot. One of the high lights of my career.

[@V12BenzAMG]

I saw this same performance live in Florida on his "First Final Farewell Tour"...simply AMAZING in person...the whole show was fantastic!!!! He ran around stage without seeming to get tired at all...and actually SANG (not synced like many current stars) and he sounds exactly like his albums in person....this is a legend for sure :) *if you aren't doing the drums/singing with him by the end, there's something wrong with you hahaha

[@thebackyardbear]

Lots of people talk about guitar licks and argue about who has the best... everyone KNOWS this is the most iconic drum beat EVER... hands down.

[@indianboy72]

I remember this song waking me up when I was a kid. To a wrong set alarm@ 3:00am. Back in 1982

[@tracitacoface1531]

Confidence, talent.....I could watch it 100 times. Feels.

[@shawndenty6038]

Best driving song ever and my first time hearing this was as well miami vice. first episode I believe! Damn I wish I had a Daytona to drive with this at night!

[@albamartinez4987]

I was a teenager in the 80s. I totally get what you're saying. We were so lucky! I feel blessed.

[@shanbadg697]

Yes!!! MIAMI VICE!!! I play that video all the time. Crocket and Tubbs. Sitting at home on a Friday night, waiting to watch this episode. We didn’t have ‘on demand’ back then. You HAD to wait for it to come on the radio, buy the cassette, or the album. I was a huge Phil Collins fan before this. Awesome.

[@danm2144]

Saw him in the old Montreal Forum. This song was worth the price of admission. Also saw him with Genesis in Toronto and Mama live was worth the price as well.

[@davidcohen4536]

This song is so smooth.......some of the best music comes from personal experience, this song is no different....divorce is never easy

[@grahamkelly8662]

I grew up on this music. Not listened to anything like this, in bout 20 yrs. I’m gonna start buying Phil Collins and Simply Red albums, on vinyl. 👍

[@dtrix10kc]

First time I heard this was when it was the theme for the pilot episode of Miami Vice back in the 80s. Phil is an absolute badass and a genius.

[@savetommyrobinsonfreespeec7660]

Miami vice ❤️ loved it! Phil Collins, another Great British Musician! 🇺🇸🇬🇧🇺🇸🇬🇧

[@danasixty4012]

Every time I hear this song , it takes me back to Miami Vise .

[@jeancharlesnavet]

What a performer , he still 100 even on the drums

[@the1andonlyknudsen]

So glad I got to see him live in 2018. Hoping he will do another tour in the next couple years...I am there!

[@pamelajohnson6199]

You looked a little annoyed initially for a minute~~~but I knew you'd fall in-step with the rest of us. I've seen this a million times...and still feel the anticipation and chest thumping at drum drop. Iconic~~