Jesus Christ Superstar(1973) I Only Want To Say - Gethsemane-REACTION VIDEO

[@gretchenmerrick8963]

OMG ....Ted Neeley ...one of the best ...I encourage you to see the whole movie some time...

[@williamallen3715]

Watch this movie. Wait til you see and hear Carl Anderson as Judas.

[@MikeWilliams-uh8ii]

Yeah, love that whole movie. Amazing!

[@glimmeringhope4520]

Neeley was good, yet, no one ever sang this with the perfection and emotion of Ian Gillan (lead singer of Deep Purple). Ian was handpicked by Andrew Lloyd Webber/Tim Rice and is on the 1970 LP of Jesus Christ Superstar. He brought a level of soulfulness and range unmatched. kzbin.info/www/bejne/lXyvp5WHjMp-opo

[@stedgar369]

Carl Anderson (RIP) as Judas is brilliant. "Heaven On Their Minds": is one of the best songs of all time, IMO. You really need to see the entire movie; life-changing to those who appreciate music. My Grandmother was the original "Church Lady" and watched it with us at the drive-in, and she LOVED the film.

[@tylerbuckley2092]

I do miss Carl Anderson he was one of the best singers and actors along with Ted Neely too

[@tylerbuckley2092]

Great film too

[@annb8296]

No one can compare to Ted Neeley. He was, is and always will be the best in portraying Jesus Christ that there has ever been 🙏🕊️💕. Thank you for reacting to his magnificent performance.

[@kat1be]

OMG, this was such a nice surprise. Jesus Christ Superstar is one of my favourite musicals ever. I had the great fortune of seeing the amazing Ted Neely perform this live a few years ago and he was still able to bring me to tears. Thank you for your great reaction! ❤

[@toriboy25]

I got to see him and Carl Anderson in the early 90's Liked them both way more live than in the movie.

[@gypsycaravan]

The only person I feel did it as well as Ted is Steve Balsamo

[@patriciadowning4036]

This is a rock opera and was filmed in the actual Holy Land.

[@krisstiebee9688]

Ted is my favorite out of all the performances I've seen. The others were good technically hitting notes, but Ted has so much emotion. I can feel his pain when he sings. Beautiful.

[@suee9059]

I first saw the film of Jesus Christ Superstar when I was 25 . I am now 74, and beyond thrilled to have rediscovered the AMAZING TED NEELEY still killing it . He hasnt lost one iota of his extraordinary vocals nor his spirituality which, i believe has helped him stay fresh and able in his ongoing presentation of this character. He owns it ! Thank you Ted!❤️

[@59elgreco]

Yvonne Elliman's version of "I Don't Know How To Love Him" from the movie is a must view

[@vickiherrman7623]

Our girl from Hawaii was the best singer of these parts. They were smart enough to cast her in the movie

[@janerubeo8318]

I grew up listening to this "album". Love Jesus Christ Superstar! Ted Neeley is amazing! Thanks for your great reaction!

[@j.c.a2872]

what a powerful performance by the amazing Ted Neely; for some reason, I have to watch this every Easter and this scene gets to me every time !!! Thank you !!!!

[@gino1587]

Of all these Jesus Christ Superstar, nobody could beat this version. All of their voices and acting there is gold!

[@suee9059]

I am 74 yo. I saw the movie when I was 25 yo. I remember every bit. Ted Neeley was and is extraordinary. I was beside myself to find all of this on you tube!!! Thank you Thank you. And I am finding much more of Ted to listen to and enjoy. He is a teasure! Much love and thanks.

[@farmersteve661]

I’ve talked to Ted literally for hours about the experience of shooting this film . He is an amazing person . A rocker who took the role in a film and was personally transformed by it. You should see him with fans after a show. I’ve never seen him leave one fan wanting for a signature or a photo or one of his famous Ted hugs where many melt and begin to weep. ‘Why are you crying ?” TED will say . I’ve seen it many times... there are many different answers. Ian Gillians performance on the original studio recording was amazing as well . Neely though took it and brought it blazing into our consciousness for the soundtrack & movie directed by Norman Jewison and filmed in Jerusalem in some amazing heat. If you watch it 1000 times you will see and feel and think more every viewing. I still listen to both double album versions often. Love you TED . 🙏🎸❤️🎧✌️

[@WoncoTheSane]

Carl Anderson as Judas Iscariot was GOSH DARN amazing in the 1973 film. The whole story changed a generation, by if nothing else, making them curious. I was born in 1972 and don't pretend to be a religious scholar, or a scholar of any other kind. The play just asks a lot of questions about what has been driving the Western world for 2000 years. I have no answers, but have loved these questions ever since I've heard of them. Hope you enjoy the ride of discovery as much as I have. God bless.

[@Manup2day]

Absolutely the best portrayal of a suffering Christ. Ted's delivery is something to behold indeed.

[@claudiaalvarado9878]

Ted Neeley is complety amazing. I love his voice! It's incredible

[@leeswhimsy]

I think you would really enjoy the whole movie...so much talent!!!! Give it a shot.

[@telynns8490]

Ted Neely played this part on stage until into his 70's. He only just recently retired from the role. The guy you saw right there at the end was Judas and the next scene is him going up to Jesus and betraying him by kissing him on the cheek.

[@epiphany519]

Sounds like your favourite genre (like mine) is Good. Good music doesn't come in just one style, one type. Music is in the ears that hear, the heart, mind, and soul that feels. Music transcends race, creed, colour, language. Good Music is anything that reaches someone. Good is one of those relative things. It varies person by person, moment by moment. Listen without prejudice and feel. Great reaction as always. Re: This song. The Garden of Gethsemane is where Jesus Christ had a moment questioning his role. Asking God is this truly what you want from me. He knew if he stayed what would happen, that he could run away but he also knew what the price would be for that. It's where Jesus Christ accepted his role, his sacrifice.

[@michellecole6325]

Well said!

[@suee9059]

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[@thegorn68]

"And this guy comes out of nowhere at the end..." LOL! That's the face of the late, great Carl Anderson who played Judas. Just before he kisses Jesus on the cheek and Ted Neeley sings, "...must you betray me? With a k---i---s--s?" In many ways, the character of Judas is the real star of this musical. You should hear Carl sing too. What a soulful voice he had. I highly recommend watching the whole thing.

[@queenrosered]

The black male actor you saw the image of at the very end was the actor who portrayed Judas in this film. He was also totally excellent! Thanks so much for this reaction. I've been a fan of JCSS since its release in 1973. ❤

[@dianedavies8291]

I was lucky enough to see this live.

[@leeswhimsy]

Me too....got to meet the guy who played Judas. I still remember every lyric to every song in the movie.

[@toriboy25]

Me too with Ted Neeley and Carl Anderson. Not a fan of them in the movie (I learned the Musical listening to the London cast recording. But they killed it live! The whole cast was amazing!

[@toolfankrk]

One of the greatest rock opera ever

[@ogkrieg]

Everyone has the same first reaction! The first part of the song, its 100% a "meh." And then he throttles up those pipes and just HAMMERS your brain space with that middle! Probably the fastest 180 a person does on anything ever is how fast their opinion changes on this song from that moment!

[@annb9422]

You are only one of three reactors reacting to this singer and song that I have found on you tube. Thank you for reacting to this.

[@emilygracey]

Crazy thing? He sounds just about the same and that cat's almost 80! Great review! I'm glad you liked it!!

[@HRConsultant_Jeff]

50 years later Ted still performs this. Such a strong song with real humanizing of the anguish involved in this part of the story.

[@ericanderson8886]

webber and rice, pure classic, but the whole thing must be listened to.

[@toriboy25]

It is probably my fav musical. Followed by Chess and Les Mis.

[@ErisRising]

JCS is my favorite musical of all time, and this is one of my absolute favorite numbers from it. Neely is sublime in the role, which isn't to take away from any subsequent performers.

[@roz7056]

Ted Neely set the bar in the stratosphere

[@gabrielbusu45]

Thank You, thank you, thank you Ted...thank you!

[@irishangel5689]

I grew up watching this musical. I must have seen this movie at least a hundred times, probably more. It was probably my favorite as a young child because of the music. I am so excited to see you react to this. I haven't listened to this album in a good 20 years, but because of this, I am going to go dust off my old LP and get the turn table spinning so I can listen to the whole thing. Love it. I can't believe I remembered all the words. LOL. I don't remember the name of this lead actor, but I did remember what an amazing singer he was and every time he gets to that end, OMG, I cry my eyes out because he does it so well I can feel his pain and confusion. In my opinion this was masterfully done. Thank you so much for bringing back some of these memories. I may have to go find the movie and watch it too while I am digging out things from the past. This was originally a Broadway production turned into this movie and if I am not mistaken, it is the 50th Anniversary of the opening of the Broadway Production.

[@theresaendsley5973]

I too have this LP and listen to it quite often. It is one I never get tired of. You are correct about Ted Neeley he did this movie such justice and even though I have seen and heard others play Jesus Christ this is still my favorite. I agree with you DramaSyde you can feel his anguish and it hits you in the center of your being!

[@GinnyRobertsonLLC]

I bought the album in college and memorized every word. haven't visited it in some time. Thanks for this. Still gives me chills.

[@sarahvetoe8134]

Ted Neeley is the one and only. The man is in his 70’s still performing this role.

[@masarusenpai1952]

What a legend

[@Frankincensedjb123]

It is a rock opera, so thus the rock / scream vocals. Rockin', baby

[@ellenhulslander2897]

Jesus Christ Suoer Star gave me a much deeper understanding, not of just what happened, but how it was necessary. And the music I'd phenomenal.

[@ichhabe330]

"Heaven on their Minds" from the same movie. Unbelievable.

[@realbser1956]

Nice change of pace. Saw this when I was 17 but had forgotten all about it till now. Really nice to hear this again. TY.

[@kathyastrom1315]

Oh, I grew up with this movie and Godspell on tv at Eastertime, and both movie soundtrack albums on constant play on the turntable. My sister and I were always arguing over who got to sing Judas and who was stuck with Jesus. I had asked for tickets to see JCS live in Chicago in 1976, and later in my 20s volunteered as an usher at the Chicago Theatre when Ted Neeley, Carl Anderson, and Dennis DeYoung (from Styx) were on tour. Fantastic show!! There was a really neat tribute album that came out of alt-rock SXSW festival in the ‘90s, when a bunch of the artists realized that they were all big fans of the play. The two women who are the Indigo Girls played Jesus and Mary Magdalene, and the woman who plays Simon Zealot does a really cool, laid back version of that song.

[@dionnecoburn134]

Saw this when it came out,all I can say is wow!! You need to experience the whole play!!

[@anitamorgan366]

I never even thought of this. I loved this as a child thank you for the memories

[@Mrs.park_parsley]

*Tears everywhere*

[@denisbriggs2992]

I love Jesus Christ Superstar Film I also had the original album I like this song because it shows what Jesus inner feelings might have been in Gethsemene

[@systemofadownonlyfan]

My Momma raised her kids watching Jesus Christ Superstar since the movie came out, and I'm so grateful she did. There is not one bad song in the whole thing, and if you think Ted Neely's voice is bomb, you should hear the guy who plays Judas! OH MAN Looking forward to seeing what our choices are. I'm like you, I won't sugar coat it either

[@tylerbuckley2092]

This song really makes you think if Jesus really thought this way but the first one who played the part was in the play first that was Ian Gillian from deep purple he was the first offered the role im the movie but declined it due to his commitment with his band deep purple then ted was offered it and started this train a rollin he sang this song at carl Andersons funeral but brought it back at his farewell show in 2006 with out rehearsing it and nailed it at 78 years old surprising both cast and audience members alike the true feelings in the song came out this was in New York gala celibrating his retirement from the show he still occasionally performs and still has his great vocals when he sings i met him at tgat show and he is one of the most down to earth actors who is very kind and enjoys talking to his fans we shook hands i thanked him for his entertainment with hus acting and singing he appreciated that with out asking he signed my ticket stub shook hands once again and parted ways like we were friends

[@dagneytaggart7707]

I was in 2nd grade in Catholic school complete with nuns in the full penguin, when JCSS came out. Sister Mary Imelda walked the rows of desks, and promised us we would be going to hell if we went to see it or sang the songs.

[@annb9422]

Great reaction. You are one of only two reactors on you tube that I could find that reacted to this 1973 version of Jesus Christ Superstar. I hope you will react to the other singers in this version such as Judas (Heaven on their Minds), Caiaphas (This Jesus Must Die) and Pontius Pilate (Trial before Pilate and Pilates Dream). Thank you.

[@sumerfluffy]

I had the album. It's one you need to listen to all of it. But there are tracks on it that really stand out. Great memories! Thank you!

[@januzzell8631]

Oh Gosh - Remember watching this when it came out - vulnerable, haunting, breath-taking - thank you

[@snakeguy76]

Music is used to tell a story. Notice the highest note is on the word "Why?" He then hits high notes again on "Alright, I'll die!" In the last part, he goes up the scale on "Nail me to your cross" and again high notes on "Kill me". Remember, this whole aria is based on a short passage from the Gospels where Jesus asks if this cup can pass him but accepts to drink of the cup as thou will. I know that is a mashup but you get the idea.

[@jeffmatthews6672]

You should listen to the original sung by Ian Gillan, former lead singer for Deep Purple, while Ted Neeley did a wonderful job in the film, the writer and producer wanted Ian for the part, but Ian had commitments with recording and touring with Deep Purple, who were at the top of their game. Remember seeing this at the theater with my Mother, good memories during a time of dissent in this country.✌🤘

[@vanyadolly]

I couldn't choose a favourite between the two versions. They're both amazing in their own right. Ian is an incredible singer and it's such an emotional song, and Ted's acting brings so much to his performance as well.

[@toriboy25]

@@vanyadolly I could choose and I say Ian but Ted killed it live!

[@arnoldbandy1867]

@@vanyadolly"Ian Gillan", hands down...

[@charlottebailey1024]

((I had to come back and watch this reaction after you posted the John Farnham live version)) I was raised in a similar home church where there was concern with some of the "creative liberties" they felt were being taken with "THE story". Thanks for sharing again! love love love

[@paxonearth]

The "dude" at the end is Judas, played amazingly by the late Carl Anderson.

[@connieleighton4375]

Saw the movie when it came out in theatre's I was 10 or 11 and my Mom had the album, great rock opera movie you should really check it out sometime...♡

[@caroleb.9387]

Wow... this took me back. I was in high school when this came out. Was very controversial. Never saw the play but I enjoyed the movie. It did start a lot of conversations about the theological aspects and human motivations and reactions . I do recommend watching the whole movie! The guy at the end was Judas. Thanks for the reaction and looking forward to the other performances.

[@GMAMEC]

Every single note and movement represents an emotion…sadnesses, hurt, fear, uncertainty, purpose, anguish, anger, frustration, death, dependency, faith, strength.

[@Krrrimmi]

6:38 CLASSIC ROCK BABY! \m/

[@clarebirschel4100]

Ian Gillan is the only one who matches this performance. This was so moving… and when he hit the “money note”… yeah, wow… what more can I say? A master class in how to perform this. And I loved your reaction The musical score, the lyrics, the performance… perfection. Ted’s performance always moves me deeply

[@VampsOnCrack]

I absolutely love jesus christ superstar, both the 1973 version and the 2000 version. I'd recommend heaven in their minds, either version (1973 or 2000). They're both great in their own right Also, fun fact: this musical helped me pass my literature exam. I had to comment on a extract from a book (can't even remember what book it was now). The main theme you could pull out of it was that the protagonist was being compared to jesus. Luckily bc of this musical I knew enough about the story of jesus to get the top grade in my class!!

[@systemofadownonlyfan]

haha that is the bomb!!

[@chino6816]

There are some live Versions of him singing live this very Song!! Great reaction..

[@stanschanuzer5875]

Saw Jesus Christ superstar live with the original cast from the movie and it was absolutely amazing

[@chrissiegle1065]

I was never into musicals at all...And even tho I was raised in a catholic family, I have never considered myself religious.. I graduated high school in 83 and that was the year I saw this. To this day, I can't make it thru this movie without breaking down a few times.. It's so emotional for me. I'm glad to see someone reacting to the original... There's just so many things about it..

[@VJ_9014]

This play is phenomenal! You should hear Judas!! I've seen this play about 20x over the yrs since it's release, by professional groups & college students. I've also seen the remake with John Legend. Altho I enjoyed every performance, nobody comes close to Ted Neeley here, except for Ian Gillan. They're both incredible! I loved it so much, I had to buy the album way back when it was released. If you get the chance to watch this entire movie, do it. Btw: the low budget campiness of this was intentional. In the beginning, the troupe shows up in a school bus as hippies, & they set up the entire show while singing an intro that blows your socks off at the get go! There are very little props used. It's all about the scenery, music, & lyrics. Very stripped down. Loved that you did this! Thx!

[@LetItBeSummer-1]

The music for this play I’ve always loved. Very haunting too. I remember my parents listening to the album from the musical growing up. It was amazing. Thx 🙏 💕

[@DebVit]

I was very lucky to see the original Broadway production back in '73. It was my first Broadway experience. Wow! Vocally, I wasn't that thrilled with the film version. The original soundtrack features Jeff Fenholt as Jesus and Ben Vereen as Judas. I played those records to death!

[@diegoalfonsogonzalezsoto9963]

I'd search other ghetsemane reaction. This is the one that I could find. Great reaction. My favorite musical movie by far.

[@sylviafarese8837]

Such a powerful voice and movie! I saw in 1974 MULTIPLE times as I would take different people with me cause I felt they had to see it!

[@t-man78]

Thank you for choosing this "original motion picture" version! There have been many many "jesuses" through the years, but in my opinion, there's been none like Ted Neeley. He's on a different level the anybody else, and still now more than 45 years after this movie was recorded, he still does like no-one. ...and Carl Anderson as Judas Iscariot is just as amazing. Talk about a power duo!

[@t-man78]

Nope, he apparently reprised his role as Jesus a couple of more times after his "Farewell Tour" in 2004. Here he is again in 2015, 42(!) years after the movie was recorded. Surely very few 71 year-olds can sing as heart-felt, powerful, and those high notes like 30-year-old metal singers... OMG, this guy!

[@me-pm6mx]

Thumbs up

[@mamalook99]

I loved this Movie I was young and newly wed. Ted Neeley did a great job . I loved the girl who played Mary (Yvonne Elliman ) She was wonderful. She sang " I Don't Know How to Love Him " Good reaction

[@cathybeige3603]

The guy at the end was Judas he was about to kiss Jesus to give him to the Roman soldiers. I haven't seen this since the 70s and forgot how powerful it was I need to go and rewatch the whole movie, thank you Dama Syd for showing it, I usually only watch your Home Free reactions, I need to start watching more.

[@nightthornkvala94132]

They show Judas and it segues right into the kiss. Jesus' next line is "Judas, must you betray me with a kiss?" which I can't help singing in my head even through the video is stopped. I have the DVD of this movie, the 2000 stage version, and the 2012 Arena Show and I adore each one of them even though each has a different feel to it due to the cast and venue differences. (My JCS marathons usually end with the original movie Godspell.)

[@deirdremarcrum7752]

A beautiful reaction to a beautiful performance. Thank you

[@michellecole6325]

Personally, I like the way you operate your channels...and they are YOU channels, so you run 'em the way you want. I'm one of those who just gives a miss to the ones that don't appeal to me. No need to be nasty or unsubscribe...there's always another that I appreciate :)

[@vickiroman921]

I was fortunate to see Carl Anderson as the original Judas in Denver in the early 90s. Stunning.

[@aprilperlowski9050]

Great review. Glad you enjoyed it. Please, watch the whole film. It is one of my favorite musicals - actually a rock opera.

[@Gittoplo]

Thanks for reacting to this. This production was fun but the real thing is epic. Seen modern production at O2 in London and the whole place was in tears. And me.

[@OronOfMontreal]

The brilliance of this Rock Opera is that the lyrics either quote or perfectly paraphrase what was said and eventually written down in the Gospels.

[@jagjag739]

This song gets me every time....goosebumps.

[@StefanScripca]

I love the way you say "genre" with the sort of "django" (the d is silent) sort of "g"!

[@juliecrane9647]

U GOT it... U GET it. Beautiful reaction.

[@katiesimmonds4873]

No one, I repeat NO ONE, does it better than Ted Neeley!!!❤

[@jodieturner6350]

I saw Ted do it live. It was amazing experience! 💛🎶💛

[@ladykemma3]

See you blinking back tears at 9:45

[@hamacus]

I LOVE Jesus Christ Superstar. Please check out Carl Anderson. Any video.

[@pangeatruth7773]

I love Teddy and have met him. Ian Gillan of Deep Purple also knocks it out of the park as a member of the original cast recording.

[@noblepenn4816]

I'm shook! This is my favorite musical (besides ALW's Phantom of the Opera). I'm subscribing.

[@Krrrimmi]

What I love about this movie is the hippie influence of it. Because it was shot in 1973 - the Flower Power era. That tells their costumes are hippie. ;-)

[@kjfury]

Great song great vocals great reaction 👍

[@MrJohnTeacher]

Great reaction, and perception of the play/story. Jesus Christ Superstar was originally produced in the late 1960s as an album...it was the first 'rock opera', it was then turned into a Broadway play, and then a movie. About two years ago, it was presented 'live' as an Easter TV special with John Legend in the role of Jesus. In its time, it was a bit controversial for a number of reasons. The way the story 'humanized' Christ...presenting him as a man with doubts, fears, flaws, and emotions went against the tradition view of Him as 'near perfect'. It also presented the other characters (Mary Magdelene, Pontius Pilate, Caiphas, the Sanhedrin, Peter and the Apostles, even Simon Zealot in the same vein. The dialogue was given a 'contemporary slant, (i.e.: "...but You hold every card...") to make the story itself more approachable for the late 1960s audience. Some...actually many...loved it and the album sold millions of copies. Some...especially those of a more 'conservative and traditional' view of Christ objected to humanizing him, and making him appear doubtful in this scene in the Garden of Gethsemane. Quite a few (myself included) felt the movie was a disappointment. Also, some scenes didn't quite follow the Biblical timeline either. The scene you just viewed was supposed to have occurred in the evening, after darkness had fallen on the city of Jerusalem.

[@garnet0101]

I saw Ted Neeley live in 2010. If you think hes good check out Carl Anderson as Judas. Amazing. Heaven On Their Minds. RIP Carl.

[@maureenb.8517]

I liked the stage production better than the movie but one thing is for sure the music has stood the test of time and remains powerful.

[@jglow8337]

Best movie (Opera) ever. Chills everytime i see or hear it...

[@Krrrimmi]

PLEASE REACT to "Heaven In their Minds" scene by legendary Carl Anderson as Judas. :))

[@farbotnik]

Great reaction! I think the face right at the end is the guy who played Judas. You should definitely watch the whole thing. Parts are “campy” as you said but the overall production is really cool.

[@dizdozpurpleproductions]

I heard it said that theatres were stunned into silence at the end of this film, and I can totally appreciate that. The 1973 version set the bar so high it simply cannot be beaten, not least for the performances of the players but the screenplay as well. For example, check out the brief freeze-frame during the predominantly optimistic 'Hosanna': "Hey JC, JC, won't you die for me?" which encapsulates the realisation of impending death perfectly. It is a producer's masterpiece that briefly suspends the illusion of reality enough to question what is really happening. A split second can sometimes elevate a great performance into art. Ted Neeley's performances are insane, especially when you consider he was still able to perform this song into his '70's in the same key! Everyone should watch JCS at least once in their lives, at least for the total experience if not the subject matter. It is incredible.

[@vanyadolly]

I loved this! Looking forward to the other performances, I'm assuming Ian Gallagher is one of them.

[@mikek5958]

One of my favorite song excerpts from JC Superstar: "Simon Zealote/Poor Jerusalem" Simon There must be over fifty thousand Screaming love and more for you Everyone of fifty thousand Would do whatever you ask him to Keep them yelling their devotion But add a touch of hate at Rome You will rise to a greater power We will win ourselves a home You'll get the power and the glory For ever and ever and ever You got the power and the glory For ever and ever and ever Amen! Amen! Jesus Neither you Simon, nor the fifty thousand Nor the Romans, nor the Jews Nor Judas, nor the twelve Nor the priests, nor the scribes Nor doomed Jerusalem itself Understand what power is Understand what glory is Understand at all Understand at all

[@doldi5400]

I am an atheist and watched JCS a number of times. It just gets me every time. It was just that good or probably the best.

[@jimmyramos6814]

this is the best version bar none teds the man and hes still doing it on broadway there are other great songs done it that movie you should check them out

[@АлександраБакульманова-у8п]

It would be very interesting if you can listen the same singer, Ted Neeley, in the same aria in 2006. He was 30 in 1973 and 63 in 2006. And I prepare you to listen Steve Balsamo. His performance in 2004 was full of feelings.