FIRST TIME HEARING Howard Jones - What Is Love REACTION

FIRST TIME HEARING Howard Jones - What Is Love REACTION
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[@StASiA70]

"Things Can Only Get Better" and "No One Is To Blame" are great choices from Howard Jones too!

[@cherylhurst7093]

Oh I forgot about Things Can Only Get Better - one of my favs too.

[@davidmhewett44]

No one is to blame is one of my favorite songs from the 80s.

[@StASiA70]

@davidmhewett44 I love it too. Reminds me of my friend who died a long time ago. She loved that song. ❤️

[@meliplay]

I was gonna say noone is to blame

[@JandiCandy]

Yesss no one is to blame is my fave

[@foreveralone11w]

“No one is to blame” is a Howard Jones MUST! ❤ (Totally different than this one)

[@Sportsref13]

must not forget .. "Like to Get to Know You Well" ... great toe tapper, and put to good use in the 80's movie Better Off Dead.. with that stunning 70's Camaro Super Sport

[@reallymysterious4520]

YES !!!

[@alhollywood6486]

Sorry your mom blew up, Ricky...

[@statnerd9263]

Yes!

[@pfcampos7041]

Oh Yes, My favorite!

[@surlechapeau]

Jay & Amber, you'll love his "Things Can Only Get Better", "Like to Get to Know You Well","Life In One Day", "New Song" and "No One Is To Blame"!!!! He's an 80s singer/songwriter/synth Pioneer!!

[@kcstewart671]

YES !!! DO THESE !!!

[@W4TB]

I agree with everything in this comment

[@rsccostarica]

Things can only get better, Is the best.

[@theresatrapp4532]

Yep....all those songs mentioned. He had quite a string of hits. But I would say this probably wasn't the best pick to reel you in. Definitely next one should be "Things Can Only Get Better"...that will make you want to hear more.

[@BlackVultureX]

Yep, this wasn’t the best song to start with. Now it’ll be a year before they do another song from him lol.

[@jackie_jrml]

Things Can Only Get Better and No One Ever Is To Blame are excellent songs. I’m actually surprised this song was the first choice but glad you enjoyed and hope you check out the other two songs!!

[@gershman23]

Actually not that surprising, In most other countries, including his native UK, this was his most famous song, followed by "Like to Get to Know You Well".

[@HG-cv4ru]

Exactly the songs i would recommend. Much better than "What is Love". Also i would recommend "Like to Get to Know You Well".

[@proudmoon3]

Agreed! Both better songs they should check out.

[@gailbrown4205]

Agree

[@ArturioEmerys]

Both of these are better songs and bigger hits for him in the US. And there is another song called "What is Love" by Haddaway that is a much more well known song, more of a disco thing.

[@wheeltrish]

As a matter of fact, Howard Jones definitely figured out what love is. He and his wife, Jan, have been married for more than 40 years. ❤

[@paulgarcia1566]

Good for HoJo, and his wife. Always a fave!

[@Lee_yourboylee]

This needs to be read in the voice of Alan Partridge!

[@liamthompson9090]

I guess anybody does love anybody, anyway.

[@seasurfer10]

Being a kid of the 70s, teen of the 80s and 20s in the 90s… I feel truly blessed. Such great music to grow up with! New Wave and Punk in the 80s clubs was something to experience for sure. Good times!

[@michelleheacock6326]

We must be around the same age. It was an AMAZING time to grow up and I'd kill to go back and do it again. Lol. My parents liked 50s/60s doo-wop - early70s lite rock/country, my sister was Bob Seger, etc and brother was Led Zepplin, etc. I was the new wave/punk music girl. I grew up listening to, appreciating, and loving it all, and raised my girls on it all as well. As much as I like seeing the reactors discovering our music, their experience can never compare to ours. The excitement of a song coming on the radio for the first time, or the brand new music videos, or running out to buy the album or cassette, playing them over and over learning every word. We were truly very lucky.

[@seasurfer10]

@@michelleheacock6326 you are so right. Back in the day when you bought an album you listened to every song. I never kept a journal when I was young but I can listen to a song or an album and it can take me right back to that place in time and I can remember where I was and what I going through in that particular time. Good or bad it was great and so diverse. Depending on your mood you could be listening to punk one day and soft rock or pop the next.

[@joskokrstulovic1258]

Me same!

[@samuelepipoli]

i was born in 2004, i wish i was born in 70s too 😭

[@JimButler1234567890]

Absolutely. I had the same experience and I couldn't be more grateful.

[@Jabberwok28]

Howard Jones was one of those individuals like Thomas Dolby who really knew how to make synthetic music really soulful. Loved his work.

[@glamourisbest]

Great description. So true.

[@keithroberts4952]

A true synth playing trailblazer who is still blazing trails even now! Howard Jones, legend!!

[@surlechapeau]

also a master of musical hooks, so catchy!!

[@ruthlef]

YES!

[@debbiewashabaugh9891]

Finally! Howard Jones is a musical genius. You will love No one Is To Blame! That should be your next from him.

[@jay-bt2lu]

the sounds you get from 'no one is to blame' is just amazing....its the 80s version of alanis morsettes 'ironic'

[@nickhaswell6011]

So many great songs of his but what is love and yes the lyrically brilliant masterpiece no one is to blame New song to hear his full flow of keyboard sounds along with others showing of keyboard sounds in full flow

[@nickhaswell6011]

Yes finally and this not a very good start this song has much more weight to it and sounds thin and soft and giving it no lift Plus should have done extended version which not only awesome youtube extended that jamal does reaction to the audio is miles better in quality with much more weight how it should be

[@nickhaswell6011]

HIDE AND SEEK is a must

[@nickprince8611]

MY CHILDHOOD !!!!! Saw him life ... brilliant musician ,,,

[@ws3764]

Glad you enjoyed this. This man is really talented, so I'm glad you were able to recognize it. Great reaction.👍

[@oscaryee9493]

Howard Jones is one of my favorite artist from the 80s. The first song I heard from him was "New Song"... Many hits have been mentioned like "No One is to Blame", "Things Can Only Get Better"... I'll add "You Know I Love You... Don't You?" and "Life in One Day"...

[@kevinm1601]

Howard Jones "Dream Into Action", "No One is to Blame", etc. You guys have to do a deep dive into his works. He was one of the first 80's one-man bands. He was a synth innovator and used technology to set up his musical sound. Along with being the vocalist, he played keyboards, drums, piano, and others.

[@DerekDominoes]

It would be cool if they could react to one of his live performances. He always put on good live shows.

[@keithcarper8809]

When i think Howard Jones, I think 'No One is to Blame.' ☮🧡🎶

[@talon8537]

Some other great Howard Jones songs are : Life In One Day Things Can Only Get Better No One Is To Blame

[@maha77]

Lets not forget *New Song*

[@txheadshots]

Omg, yes. Life in One Day and New Song… Gods, I love HoJo

[@kelqueen9998]

LIfe in One Day is the song I always forget about! Love that one!

[@talon8537]

I remember the song from today. However by the time Life In One Day was released as a single I had already moved on in my keyboard skills (10yrs piano) and let me just say that song has always been a challenge for me to play. Gotta love musicians that write complex material .LoL

[@ENDTIMEsVideoLibrary]

There's a big special place in my 80s heart for Howard Jones!!

[@floridaboy6051]

Another big vote for No One is to Blame. One of the best songs from the 80's and it still holds up well.

[@ruthlef]

My absolute FAVORITE artist from when I was a teen. Went to every concert summer after summer. I crushed on HoJo big time. Met him a couple times when he did PeTA shows in DC. Messed up my vocal chords screaming at one of the shows: I LOVE YOU HOWARD! And he replied "I love you too" Hide and Seek Life In One Day Things Can Only Get Better New Song Everlasting Love Is There A Difference He's really the king of synth pop. One of the pioneers of multiple keyboards and he's a wonderful pianist. ❤️ No One Is To Blame

[@nickhaswell6011]

Yes good song list and the not so well known but fantastic, Is there a difference

[@IanHodgetts]

My all-time favourite song from anyone EVER is "Hide and Seek". Not one I would suggest to someone as an initial listen but absolutely one of his best. The 12-inch "Extended" version is the ultimate!

[@eriqglyptis8816]

Howard Jones was the first concert I ever went to.

[@artmorris8899]

Love HoJo and saw him in concert when I was stationed at Plattsburgh AFB, NY in '87. Amber, I think what you're referring to is how the '80s was a musical Renaissance. Digital instruments like synthesizers with hundreds of instrument voices, digital sampling and multi-track recording to layer, digital media like CDs, and MTV changed music like never before. Everything was experimental and fresh. The '80s were also called the 2nd British Invasion because of all the new groups from Great Britain coming over on tour and appearing on MTV. It was an AWESOME time to be a teenager.

[@HassanGay]

Hey Jay & Amber, you guys should check out "No One Is To Blame" by Howard Jones. Another one of his great songs.

[@blue-sc1se]

One of my fav Synth -pop songs!

[@BM-hb2mr]

I was 10 when this song came out, the skating rink days

[@KatherineGanzel]

I have to say, I've been watching this channel since almost the beginning and my most favorite videos have been the 80's ones because that was my time, 16 to 26 years old. My favorite was New Wave but I also listened to club, rap, hip hop, punk, and a bunch of other genres. I never really realized how diverse the music was until I watched your channel and you pointing out how wide-ranging the music was. So I wanted to THANK YOU for opening my eyes to how great the music I grew up with really was. Keep rocking! This was a favorite song too. 😊

[@elainebeioley4636]

Just love Howard Jones

[@DUKECITYCREW]

Another request I’ve made 100 times so happy to finally see you get around to this amazing artist Howard Jones was sadly Underrated

[@stephenulmer3781]

"New Song" and "Life in One Day" are my favs by HoJo(as they used to call him back in the 80s) ☺😁

[@MrMambott]

Howard Jones also performed one of his concerts - maybe All ( 1983 _ playing ALL Music himself with a circular Synth and one other person who was a Mime on stage, He is one of my all-time 1980s music Geniuses

[@anthonyblakely399]

One of my favorite artist of the 80's. I had the privilege of seeing him perform in concert!!! Excellent performance!!!

[@dalee72]

Where was the concert?

[@wheeltrish]

I’ve seen him several times, and after 40 years, I finally got to meet him in 2022. He and his wife seem to be very nice people.

[@wolfe6220]

Me too! Geez, I'm old! Lol!!

[@beatrice2236]

I am soooooo jealous

[@dougiemilnephotography756]

His was one of the weirdest concerts I have ever attended - not the gig itself, but the venue: a circus tent on the top of Calton Hill in Edinburgh, after the Jim Rose Circus (which if you don't know it, is basically a Freak Show).

[@hmsweet5227]

I love Howard Jones! Met him twice! You've got to see more from him!!

[@Julieroo28]

I listened to this a million times when I was in high school. Still love it!!

[@nickhaswell6011]

Yep my favourite incredible song listened to it millions of times and what a howard jones song to start with his biggest hit in his own country And a lot of his superb hits to come

[@nickhaswell6011]

He crafted new sounds out of keyboards that where unique at the time and still are today The keyboard wizard

[@dannyc8041]

So good!! Check No One is to Blame and Things Can Only Get Better. I had Howard Hair in '82!!

[@paulcwalina7910]

He had a nice run in the mid-80's. His two biggest (I believe) were 'Things Can Only Get Better' and 'No One Is to Blame.'

[@eon1968]

Things Can Only Get Better is my fav Howard Jones song.

[@EchoesDaBear]

Howard Jones is a rabbit hole well worth going down! Absolute constant in the 80's, and is still making amazing music now! Future considerations: New Song, Hide & Seek, Everlasting Love (absolute MUST!), The Human Touch (from 2015), Hero In Your Eyes (from 2019), No One To Blame, Things Can Only Get Better, Life In One Day. The guy is a synth MASTER!

[@annahanguiano8931]

So glad you guys discovered Howard Jones.. so many great songs he had in the 80's

[@txheadshots]

HoJo! His album Dream Into Action was amazeballs Things Can Only Get Better and No One is to Blame are must listen music

[@nickhaswell6011]

New song a must superb synths he redifined new synth sounds to a new level He was massive in the 80s

[@ChandraLeigh]

This was always one of my faves in the 80s….. such a vibe to sing to in the car. Love Howard Jones..💛🦋✌🏼

[@davidbcarter]

Yes! HoJo! Although I was more of a hard rock kid growing up in the 80s, I do love Howard Jones. So many good songs! The most famous is “No One Is To Blame,” but he had many, many hits!

[@alejandrobojorquez6181]

Everlasting Love 1989 by HOWARD JONES is yet another super mega hit song with some amazing beautiful sounds that from the moment it starts right away it catches the ear by surprise with it's creativity

[@TimDickinson]

A good friend of mine manages a few '80s stars, including Howard Jones. When I went to my friend's wedding in a small venue in Wales, the house band at the reception included Howard on keyboards and Nick Beggs (bass player from Kajagoogoo). It was a great time.

[@jeffcappelletti1986]

Howard Jones programed and played all the synthesizers and drum machines. The bass is a synthesizer. Howard Jones is still active and released a new album in 2022. Howard Jones is on tour.

[@PatiAnn]

I love the messages in Howard Jones music ..

[@trjbrew]

"No one is to blame," and "Things can only get better" would be great to follow up with. From the same era Naked Eyes with "When the lights go out" is worth a listen.

[@nickhaswell6011]

And like to get to know you well and pearl in the shell

[@cruisingfanatic]

Love Howard Jones what an artist ,,,, Hide & Seek a masterpiece

[@jennifermorris6848]

And the super fun Things Can Only Get Better.

[@Pianodean]

YES! No One is to Blame" is my all time fav song.

[@Bucketheadgoat]

so glad i grew up in this era

[@jonnno243]

I love this fantastic 80s synth classic by Howard. The best way that I enjoy it is when he plays it live,surrounded by his Roland Jupiter 8, and Roland Fantom 8 synths, such as at The indig02 London. And, as was said, for one of the best ballads ever, please try his, "No one is to Blame" (playing Steinway grand piano at The Prince's Trust Rock Gala 1986)

[@fuzzydan4544]

The New Wave era was really so much fun. The Brits 🇬🇧 brought a lot of great music to the states then. 💞

[@alexweiss388]

Howard's music always hits me in the feels. I can't explain it. He's got this emotional way of expressing himself. Musically and vocally. Very talented man.

[@useyourillusion6996]

Things Can Only Get Better. Oh oh ohhhh oh oh ohhhh

[@beatrice2236]

OHhh, Ho Jo!!! I love him, I love this song as well as Like to get to know you well! Still rocking them to this day! Good songs never die.

[@misterdoe]

My first time hearing this. His song "Things Can Only Get Better" is funky, with plenty of horns and piano. You'll like it.

[@Larold13]

i saw Howard Jones when he was touring with the Eurythmics as an opener! It was a very cool concert!

[@FFF666GP]

‘New song’ (1983) was his debut hit, ‘What is love’ (1983) was a follow up and ‘Like to get to know you well’ was released in 1984. All 3 songs epitomise the new wave-crossover-with-synthpop sound. Classic 80’s

[@nickhaswell6011]

Yep, along with other hits

[@RITWINS]

This is one of the greatest songs of all time. Howard Jones was brilliant.

[@trex19681]

He's an incredible talent and a really nice person when he meets his fans. His music is a time machine for my wife and myself.

[@annewoodard6803]

Things Can Only Get Better should be your nextHoward Jones song. Thanks for listening to one of my favorite songs ever. 😁❤️

[@chriswiedeman2956]

This guy was HUGE on MTV back in the day.

[@helindove2237]

Howard Jones played at Live Aid 1985. He canceled a few concerts in the US and flew to London. Leaving his bandmates and his usual equipment behind, he sang and played the piano (no synths) on his own.

[@IanHodgetts]

He was also meant to do a 2nd song (I think it was "Life in One Day") with his backing singers (Afrodiziak) but the whole show was over-running and they had to drop this 😞

[@GroovyDJ]

I remembered it was either the "83 or "84 Grammy where he, Thomas Dolby and Stevie Wonder perform together. Incredible talent all on one stage together.

[@tammyhastings5761]

He has been one of my favorites since the '80's, I just adore him 😍

[@ToeTag1968]

Thanks for getting around to HoJo! Some of his other hits were/are "Things Can Only Get Better," (I think you'd probably like that one the best) "Like To Get To Know You Well," and "No One Is To Blame." If you like quirky voices, upbeat 80's tunes, and outrageous 80's styles, you should really check out the group Dead or Alive and their hit song "You Spin Me Round" (the official video). That'll put a smile on your face. lol. I also notice you haven't checked out Frankie Goes To Hollywood. Their song "Relax" played in dance clubs all the time. It might be a little too spicy for the channel, I don't know. hahaha. I know you're good Christian folks.

[@nozzlechief36]

Love that Howard Jones...He was a one man band in that he could program all that music in his keyboards then take off to playing while singing as well...Thanks guys.

[@IanHodgetts]

So glad you got around to listening to HoJo. This was from his first album when he was effectively a "one-man band" on stage; just him and a load of synths (plus an occasional visit from mime artist Jed Hoile). He later expanded to a full band set-up. I strongly suggest you check out "Things Can Only Get Better" from his second album. It features some REAL horns and I'm sure you'll love the vibe! He's still recording and touring to this day.

[@nickhaswell6011]

Totally agree

[@righdowncharlie]

I’m glad you guys finally discovered Hojo. He was one of the pioneers of synth pop.

[@jennifermorris6848]

Yes! I have been asking for HoJo for awhile. Also please listen to No One Is To Blame. Really meaningful lyrics.

[@vincentcilano9461]

I have no clue how I missed this one. Howard Jones played at my University in 1985. I actually met him. He is a very personal man. There is is a song of his with a great message called the new song. You should listen to it. I think our society should really listen to it and take it to heart.

[@timoteo950]

Suggestions for Howard Jones: "Things Can Only Get Better," "No One Is To Blame," " Everlasting Love, "New Song."

[@steph990]

Welcome to the sweetest, most optimistic artist of the 80s.

[@kingsdrummer]

1st time commenting! I love your channel and watching your reactions. Howard Jones is one of my favorite 80's artists. His songs are always so positive, hopeful, and uplifting. Things Can Only Get Better, No One Is To Blame, and Life In One Day are some of his best songs!

[@paulam408]

I'm 63 years old & was in my 20's during the 80's. It was truly the best time of my life & I loved the music of the 80's the best. I'm so glad to see younger people listening to the stuff I still love to listen to. I'm not real familiar with Howard Jones but always liked this song. Check out Scritti Polliti (Perfect Way is their best song). The 80's was a unique time for the music industry. The stuff that is new today can't hold a candle to the 80's.

[@AdrianDeVore]

Wood Beez and Absolute are other Scritti Politti songs to check out.

[@Harpadzo]

This is the guy that wrote "Everybody Knows Your Name" theme song for the TV sitcom CHEERS.

[@Whatchu_lookin_at7]

No, Gary Portnoy wrote it with Judy Hart Angelo.

[@nickhaswell6011]

Mouth wateringly good those keyboard sounds flow like liquid gold and the lyrics flow so well with it Something about this song is incredible and not because it was his highest chart position of number 2 in his home country, there is something very special about this song always has been for me But all his others are absolutely class as well

[@joesmith8725]

Howard Jones! He was new wave/synth pop genius. He's from the UK. Even had the new wave/punk hair style. lol. He had many hit songs/videos during the '80s and early '90s. Many upbeat songs from him. Played at dance clubs and skating rinks. He reminded me of ABC, Thompson Twins, The Human League, Kajagoogoo, Book of Love, Pet Shop Boys, Tears for Fear, etc. Check out his other hit videos/songs from him like " Things Can Only Get Better", "New Song", "Everlasting Love", "Lift Me Up", etc.

[@LarryFleetwood8675]

For solo artists, Nik Kershaw is another UK name that ruled 80s' synth pop.

[@IanHodgetts]

I recently saw Howard performing as a three-piece with Nick Beggs (of Kajagoogoo) on bass/Chapman-stick and Robin Boult on acoustic guitar. I love the way Howard's songs stand-up in these stripped-back formats.

[@mozzetti1]

Love Howard Jones. Things Can Only Get Better is my favorite song by him. It always makes me happy. No One is to Blame is also good. 🎶❤🎶

[@maureenwagg5305]

Truly one of the best from the decade. I still have my vinyl and I love his voice. There are no bad songs. Dance floor in the clubs would be full to capacity when this song was played.

[@b.slocumb7763]

Hojo made me want ALL the synthesizers and drum machines. Now you guys have to watch the movie Better Off Dead with John Cusack for 80s experiences. PS, Hojo is fab on a boombox!

[@lisemzarate4029]

Awee, I love Howard, such a sweet and wholesome vibe, love his voice

[@aks4204]

This is a great song. Love Howard Jones!!

[@angelataylor2049]

I saw him live twice in the 80’s in England. He has so many great songs. This time was amazing for the amount of fantastic bands in the UK…..will never be this good in my opinion again. ❤️

[@CousinWhatIsIt]

He is one of several great artists from the killer soundtrack of the 80s comedy, Better Off Dead.

[@kobrien2424]

For my 8th birthday, I received a tape player and two tapes... The Pointer Sisters and Howard Jones!! He has such a great voice and is a VIBE!!! Try listening to "Like to Get to Know You Well"... great tune!

[@daleperkins4901]

I can't believer that nobody below mentioned "Everlasting Love". That was the song that first turned me on to the magic of Howard Jones.

[@e745052]

Yes! My favorite Howard Jones song and one of my all-time favorite songs period.

[@nickhaswell6011]

Everlasting love hell yeah brilliant song and the prisoner

[@richardcurtis5281]

I have to agree with everyone else, "No One is to Blame" is a must listen.

[@stephenulmer3781]

This is the "New Wave side of the 80s ☺

[@ajruther67]

Howard Jones is a British musician, singer and songwriter. He is one of the defining figures of mid-'80s synth-pop and is associated with the 1980s Second British Invasion of the US. He had ten top 40 hit singles in the UK between 1983 and 1986; six of those 10 singles reached the top ten, including "What Is Love?", "New Song", and "Things Can Only Get Better". Jones had 15 top 40 hit singles between 1983 and 1992. The 1986 hit single "No One Is to Blame" reached No. 4 on the US charts. Four others placed in the US top 20. he only uses synthesizer for all of his music.

[@LMmccallL57]

If you guys want him to show out on the keyboard, listen to "Things Can Only Get Better" (there's at least one extended version that I like) Two more of his songs... "No One Is to Blame" "Everlasting Love"

[@jeffgebarowski4808]

"Things can only get better" & "Everlasting love" are good to

[@minxiv7]

YES! This is an artist to deep dive from the 80’s ❤ I was absolutely obsessed with him back in the day 😂 P.S. Loving the hair, Amber ❤

[@briansredd]

Yes, Howard Jones is a VIBE. Surprisingly big catalog of hits, and not a bad track amongst them :)

[@BuzzPatio]

Essential 80’s

[@tombreeden595]

Saw him live - one man band with everything electronic

[@julianortiz4151]

The album this song comes from, Human’s Lib, is excellent all the way through. You could pick any song and you’ll love it. Howard’s big album in the U.S. was the album just after this called Dream Into Action. It’s also very good. This is peak New Wave.

[@dr725]

“Things Can Only Get Better” is my all time favorite from him.

[@scatton61]

I used to play this alot when I was a DJ. Worked well with Thompson Twins, Blancmange, Yazoo, Depeche Mode, Visage, Tears for fears and OMD... So many more

[@johncook2765]

No One Is To Blame is probably my favorite from him. It's truly an 80s classic.

[@mmille10]

I remember this as a first, of sorts. It wasn't the first time a singer had heavy synth like this, but his use of synthesizers in this song was really unique. Another of his songs I've liked over the years is "The Prisoner." I think it still stands up well today. Interesting bit of trivia: When I first heard of him, his name was Howard Johnson. It was funny, because it reminded me of the hotel chain. Perhaps like with Prince, trademark lawyers caught up with him, because not too long after that, he changed his name to Howard Jones. Incidentally, it was a mystery to me at the time why Prince changed his name to a symbol. I thought he was doing it just to get attention. I learned many years later that a fruit company called Prince didn't like him using that name. So, rather than fight them in court, he changed his name.