FIRST TIME HEARING PHIL COLLINS - "In the Air Tonight"

[@JayTDeion]

WHAT IS THE TRUE MEANING BEHIND THIS SONG!!? Y'ALL INFORM ME PLEASE!! ALSO, WHAT OTHER GREAT SONGS DOES PHIL COLLINS HAVE PUT THEM IN THE COMMENTS!!

[@Desu-Desu-Chan-San]

He wrote it following his failed marriage. The dark moody lyrics and music, angry drums, all represent how he felt during the time leading up to it. Also a fun side note, the bassist with the big beard is Lee Sklar, guy is credited on over 2000 albums and has played on well over 25,000+ songs. Dude is a legend in his own right

[@Isleofskye]

His wife cheated which is why he said if (the other Guy) was drowning that "I would not lend a hand" and why he said that he saw his face, which was the "first and last time that we ever met". I saw Phil and his old Group( he was the drummer)=GENESIS play their first ever Top Of The Bill performance in 1972 in South East London England. Phil is from London but can not play anymore after 50+ years. THE REASON that this is so memorable is ,partially, BECAUSE ,of the long build up and anticipation and suspense that you were becoming impatient with , my friend. LOL

[@Mary-xo7ue]

Get excited 😂 everytime for every reactors reaction when that nasty beat drops😂and they realize it's him😂❤

[@Desu-Desu-Chan-San]

@@Blank.Grandma The cheating guy bit is, yes. But he did go on the BBC and say he wrote it during his divorce, but would not elaborate on the reasons other than he was angry.

[@unndunn1]

@@Desu-Desu-Chan-SanI love Leland Sklar. His KZbin channel is great too.

[@downhomesunset]

He’s not a drummer, he’s THE drummer!

[@James-ce6ic]

F#$k yeah

[@rodneyhale9766]

Amen brother that was awesome 🙌🙌🙌

[@SolzhenitsynBoogie]

Bill Kreutzman is THE drummer, it says so on all the dead albums.

[@tammyharris6645]

I didn't read comments first, but this is exactly what I said

[@tlhamp0]

he was the drummer for genesis peter Gabriel was their original lead singer

[@samanthacarpenter987]

At the sound of those drums, an entire generation of people stopped dead in their tracks to do air drums...

[@Blaize24]

Heh. It's true.

[@robinlathim8221]

Amen 😂❤

[@rebeccakeesling3811]

It’s a call…

[@CatBanks-t1k]

Sure did! Lol not even sorry about it either

[@wretchedrue7859]

And we still do❤

[@user-dt2xm6rk1r]

I am so glad that a new generation is discovering real music!! This song will live on forever!!

[@user-bs6vk5il1x]

Phil wrote this song when his heart was broken...a real down time in his life. He found out his wife, whom he loved so very much, was cheating on him. He composed this song THEN big time divorce...Phil Collins is/was one of the BEST. I just turned 75, was THERE through all the years when the best artists were at the TOP❤

[@villiehaizlip7626]

Me, too.

[@lynetteeades9010]

My brother would have been around 70 now. May he rest in peace. This was his favorite. He was in a band in the late 70’s and then went out on his own. If I remember correctly. Phil Collin’s.

[@vickialbertson4068]

I heard this before. All I can say is he is one of the best, if not THE best drummer in my lifetime. I believe he started out with Genesis.

[@Dena1980_]

Im 43 and i agree! Love his music❤ A groovy kind of Love is my favorite, check it out ❤❤

[@valeriea5711]

I heard he wrote this song because his mother was raped when he was very young and he was forced to watch it .. not sure if that is true or your version is but either way its a great song!

[@hollypinkley]

You have just watched the most ICONIC drum drop in rock music!!!!! Middle age bald guy walked the stage & singing & drumming - This is just pure raw TALENT!!!!

[@McLeod2022]

Iron Mike respected Phil. Danmit... that appreciation.

[@bonnieplasha4684]

When someone builds the atmosphere like this for the opening of a concert... That's not just talent. It's pure showmanship. And Phil knew how to put on a show!!! 20k screaming fans do not lie.

[@McLeod2022]

@@bonnieplasha4684 he groomed the room. ☮☮ & 💜💜

[@gailcarmack2954]

Exactly!!!!

[@jimmydee935]

You are NOT wrong. That is SOOOO iconic

[@caseyb4425]

That crowd is loving it because they know what is coming... They are showing Respect to a Legend Everyone Please Pray for Phil Collins

[@pennypokey]

Bless him for giving us all the great music over the yrs! A legend indeed! He's no longer able to perform due to age/poor health. ❤ prayers to him

[@gailr8653]

When you know this song you understand the whole build up the anticipation-it's pure genius

[@ritajeansignore4298]

I think this coming up is my favorite part

[@chrisstringfellow5287]

One of the most iconic songs of the 80's. EVERYONE knew Phil Collins. Especially this song! Must be the BEST drum drop of all time! Respect to the man!!!!

[@quemalcy]

So many youngsters dont realise how often iconic music has been used in their favourite tunes..

[@gatekeeper65]

Yup, stolen.

[@tonic8945]

Everyone's waiting for those drums

[@marybrant9586]

💯

[@PotsdamSenior]

And while he slowly walks across... "You won't make it in time! Hurry up!" 😂

[@scottrackley4457]

He's making you wait for them on purpose of course.

[@hetzandreas3442]

the keyboard?

[@dagan2000]

even if you aren't aware they're coming

[@user-hc1ij5cz9s]

43 years ago he released this song so you could say he knows how to create history

[@KimberlyBrown-ud7wb]

Ouch! Hearing that was 43 years ago hurt so bad

[@beverlyoglesby1373]

Amen I'm 60 I know all these great bands I grew up with them😊😊😊

[@beverlyoglesby1373]

Sometimes your patience is worth it

[@hopea4346]

Let's not mention the number of years, please. Lol... You're making me feel old over here!

[@willaknotts1298]

Big memories hearing this song...well all his music. This one takes the cake. My hubby loved PC and played his cds all the time...still have them. I cry every time i hear this song. RIP JPA. You recognized great musical talent. ❤

[@juliegilland8869]

I miss the 80's...best music decade ever

[@pamelahughes341]

I would also add 60's & 70's!!

[@lindakarlson1026]

Don't forget the love songs of the 40s and the upbeat and romantic songs of the 50s!

[@BWolf00]

Got to represent 60's, 70's and 80's, then there's the 90's and early 2000's just puttering along...now it's an idle with an occasional blip on the throttle.

[@40stefanie]

I agree😢 Time has go e by too fast.

[@punkprincess773]

Agreed, the 80’s was the best time for music🎉

[@Angela-bc2ul]

Phil Collins is one of the greatest, writers, drummers, and performers period. 😊

[@darkpitcher5242]

"Oh he's a drummer" Lol Phil Collins is generally thought to be one of the best drummers in rock history!

[@ttrails1]

The Professor, John Bonham, Keith Moon, Phil Collins, Nick Mason. My personal top five of drummers.

[@Steely_Fran]

His drumming on Selling England By the Pound is brilliant.

[@morcova]

LMAO Yes that shit cracked me up. Yes..... yes..... he IS the drummer.

[@Dirtydeeds-donedirtcheap72]

@@rockzilla5150 You are so beyond reality if you have never grown up with the man. If you are 5150 by Van Halen standards, then you should know better;-)

[@donnaecroyd2473]

He's a bloody legend.🥰🥰

[@ameyer1970]

The most famous beat drop in music history

[@katiebrown5831]

Hell yeah!!

[@hippychick7638]

I love when the younger generations appreciate the music that I grew up listening to. Even if it does make me feel old!✌️💙🙂

[@czeshirecat6278]

By the time Phil sits down at his drum kit I’m fully flowing in tears, every time hehe

[@saturday35]

Glad I'm not the only one.

[@chabsrule.]

Me too.

[@LadyDoe17]

“Oh, he a drummer!” Understatement of the year so far! lol

[@Nem01]

I heard another thing today that might top your understatement of the year. A guy was reacting to Sabaton playing uprising live in Poland when the festival was still called Woodstock and said 'this could be great if the crowd is any good'. If you don't already know it or even if it's not your tipe of music I invite you to check the show and how the crowd reacted. This little crowd of 750.000 people.😅

[@jonelfilipek7848]

That’s like saying about Stephen King, “Oh, he writes books.”

[@Nem01]

@@jonelfilipek7848 So true.😅

[@SmashixMetal4Evah]

This song dropped in 1981 and you couldn't be alive in the 80s without hearing Phil on the radio 10 times a day. This song was featured in Miami Vice and a million movies, TV shows, and you name it. You can't imagine how often Phil or Genesis (his band) was on the radio or TV (when MTV played music) then.

[@margaretburnham5683]

I was born in '64 so I got to hear all of these great artists music on the radio as soon as it came out

[@The_Gallowglass]

When you out cruisin on a summer night and this comes on the radio or your playlist you're in another world.

[@karencox3235]

@@margaretburnham5683 I was born in '67 and Phil was so prevalent. he and Genesis were basically the soundtrack to my high school years. What an awesome time to be alive!

[@jeffupton8898]

Was listening t o this song in 81 on Okinawa, Japan. It was my phyc song. Got me going while running in and outside the base. CAMP KINSER, south but 1 mile north of NAHA CITY of Rt. 58. LOVE IT . BRINGS ME BACK😊

[@jeffupton8898]

This guy had so many hit songs. What a legend!😊

[@GLAlex9470]

Phil Collins is known to be one of the best drummers ever. He has so many songs, including songs for Disney movies! He is amazing.

[@gailcalderone5229]

Phil always said " I'm not a singer that can play drums, I'm a drummer that can sing."..I think this is the song he wrote after divorcing his first wife..Sounds very suspicious n angry.... Greatest!!

[@Nurse0981]

I love watching people realize Phil plays the drums.

[@runty312]

Everybody knows that drum solo is coming!!❤

[@contiflex]

Phil is now in a wheel chair, he's disabled and unable to play the drums, he's a legend.

[@gerahuey3706]

O goodness!! I pray he has good thoughts ❤

[@suzannedowning2356]

Sad 😞

[@sue2019]

Oh, didn't know. He was a hero to me when his daughter was born & he wrote & sang a song to her.❤ also when he took a long leave of absence to raise her. ❤❤❤

[@amyqotd5358]

Wasn't this one of his last combo performances? I feel like he quit drumming not long after, and its why the buildup was soooo extended.

[@dawnradel9008]

I didn't know. I hope his health improves.

[@helenbittinger5161]

An absolutely perfect performance! Agree?

[@DevInvest]

“Is he a magician?” Greater. He’s a musician.

[@mztweety1374]

Brilliant 😂

[@Mishy555]

Well said👏🏾

[@user-tv2bz2ci6b]

I like that

[@Kazeemi2810]

Mate, it’s called creating an atmosphere, as the people at the concert all wait for this iconic song and its build up gets everyone extra excited….🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️

[@Alice-xy3fi]

Exactly! It's part of the performance-- creating drama and anticipation, building suspense. We are now so conditioned to demand and receive instant gratification, we are unwilling to allow for a build-up...and missing a whole lot, like a lover who doesn't understand that the build-up can intensifie and prolong the pleasure...and can be fun! You said it yourself, when you were talking about the chills and excitement...the anticipation!

[@revgurley]

Patience is required!!

[@alanbeesby2220]

TikTok generation have zero patience 😢 Some things are worth the wait (especially that drum fill!) 😎

[@Kazeemi2810]

@@alanbeesby2220 😎 He got it in the end…that’s the main thing. It’s a new realm to him… I was impatient with my comment 🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️ 🇦🇺🐨🇦🇺

[@Nem01]

Not everyone it seems.😅

[@kimdimond5788]

This is my funeral song and my nephew is going to turn it up during the drums, that ought to make everyone jump!!❤❤❤ Love Phil Collins!!

[@hmbeak]

He is one of the best drummers in history! He was a drummer before he was a singer. I'm so gutted I never saw him live

[@shirleyweller9590]

I did Fantastic ❤

[@bscott5965]

Phil Collins is a legendary icon. He was EVERYWHERE in the '80s

[@Maishley]

The build up is part of the magic! Patience! He’s a drummer who sings a bit. Prowling that stage like a panther. ❤

[@janetmohn5376]

Exactly :)

[@tomcassille3356]

You have much to learn, young man.😊

[@Nem01]

He sings a bit... Talking about understatement.😅

[@Maishley]

@@Nem01I was being silly! 🤣

[@Nem01]

@@Maishley I know.😸

[@michelletysdal7214]

My husband and I saw him a few years ago...he no longer can play the drums but his son plays for him and I'm not kidding, he is an amazing drummer as well. One of the best shows I've ever seen.

[@kaakca]

I saw him in NYC (Barclay Center), amazing night, he was performing from a chair, unforgettable night for me and my girls.

[@Vee1music-lover]

Phil is a legend! U just witnessed GREATNESS‼️

[@kimberlywahl3624]

If you watched Miami Vice...you know this 😊

[@Alltheredroses]

Gives me goosebumps thinking about that scene!

[@jessescobieful]

Almost like the good old days

[@donwarner6925]

I just said that!

[@Lspacehopper]

​@@Alltheredroses Gets me emotional every time.

[@rk41gator]

Phil Collins can sing anything. His ballads are legendary, but if you like angry Phil check out "I Don't Care Any More"!

[@shannoncimoli8771]

This has been one of my favorite songs all of my life! ❤Phil Collin’s music

[@lisastark5716]

No matter how times you hear this you will ALWAYS get chills!

[@frndofbear]

Yes. I've probably listened to it over 40,000 times. Chills every single time.

[@russellw7785]

Dude, you need to do a deep dive into Phil. This was decades after what he really did. This isn't an original video. It's a live performance, 30 yrs later

[@py_a_thon]

South Park mocked him so heavily becaused they were pissed they didnt win some award. He is a good musician tho, yet definitely not my favorite 80's artist. I'm more of a Billy Joel kinda dude.

[@py_a_thon]

Does Aphex Twin count as 80's music?

[@nim4464]

@@py_a_thon nah, 90s

[@ianfortier6796]

@nim4464 - Phil's always been relevant since he started with Genesis in 1970, but he was EVERYWHERE all throughout the '80s. He's well within reason to specify the '80s in his comment.

[@nim4464]

@@ianfortier6796 i was talking about aphex twin, i know about phil

[@gailcalderone5229]

Phil said he wrote this song after he divorced his first wife.He also said He was a drummer that could sing,He said " Not a singer that could play drums".

[@Muck006]

Another one of his divorce songs is "I dont care anymore" ...

[@davida.737]

We had the best bands, best music from around 1968 on to 2001. Everything from Jimi Hendrix, Al Green, George Benson, from soul, the blues, Motown, and Bruce Springsteen,Bob Seager, Def Leppard, AC/DC, and the big sound was incredible. I saw all of them live, I doubt any other generation will ever experience this. It's a damn shame. Yeah, sae Phil Collins do this song and the other's he was known for. It was such a different time. You had to be there and sometimes waiting like this made it all the much better! Atmosphere.

[@genny5309]

9:11 Right here. The crowd starts to cheer. They have been waiting and waiting and waiting - and it’s about to DROP! I’ve watched several vocal coaches react to this and talk about how difficult it is to sing like he does while playing the drums like he does. Simply one of the best ever.

[@proofprof50]

Phil Collins is one of three artists who sold over 100 million copies solo and with a band, which was Genesis in this case. The other two are Paul McCartney and Michael Jackson.

[@eileencollins2536]

The crowd knows what is coming ❤

[@TheAwetist802]

I LOVE watching people discover Phill Collins for the first time!! Phil was the drummer and a back-up vocalist in the early line-up of Genesis, when Peter Gabriel was their lead singer and primary lyricist. They were all in their teens and early 20s then. It's totally worth looking up some of those videos of their performances and tv guest appearances. Phill took over singing when Peter left. Eventually, the line-up was just Collins, Mike Rutherford, and Tony Banks. In the 80s, Phill simultaneously recorded/toured with Genesis AND had a solo career AND also acted in a few tv shows and movies. AND he played drums on a few tracks on a few of Peter Gabriel's solo albums. He is one of the best percussionists to ever bang a drum. A real legend. PLEASE go down that rabbit hole and react to more of this amazing man's music. You won't be sorry.

[@nur_aryani]

Born in '72...I hardly listen to much current songs...but I will forever have these kind of songs in my playlist. Songs from the 70s, 80s, 90s for me were some of the best. Most of the best songs came right from the heart & soul of the songwriters & singers.

[@user-qz3wv7tq6v]

The reason he'd left the stage before the start of the song, was to have his head-mic and in-ear monitors fitted under his shirt. Hence the long, drawn out intro - to give him time. If you watch the rear catwalk as he's walking around the stage during the earlier part of the song, you'll notice that there are no drums on the catwalk. They came out of the floor when he was about 10 feet (3m) from them - just in time for that epic drum drop. Perfect timing. Finally, I take my hat off not only to the other musicians on stage, but the sound, and lighting, crews efforts that went into making this one of the best all-time live performances in musical history. Thanks for posting.

[@sundayze]

I can only wish I was a time traveller, I would definitely go back to watch this performance of the great Phil Collins.

[@cazzychaps]

This was usually done as am encore, thus the break

[@user-qz3wv7tq6v]

@@cazzychaps Actually, in this case it wasn't. According to interviews with PC I've seen, at THIS show it was played at about 60% through the show. The encore seems to have been 'Sussudio', in which he had his full percussion section, his backing singers, and his horn section on stage with him to accept the applause of the audience. In fact, I cannot remember him EVER using 'In The Air' as an encore. Yes, it's his most popular song, but the rest of the musicians would have felt 'cheated' to have not appeared onstage for the last song.

[@andyacker997]

Thanks for the explanation. I saw him in Hartford in 1987 while attending UMass

[@96tears600]

Really ?!! Impatient. This was a fantastic build up

[@suek.1507]

Phil is a legend. Period. ❤

[@user-vh9ei7bl3n]

Cannot deny watching a man lay his heart OUT THAT IS BRAT

[@joshuakinney3211]

The build up is a part of the show and the vibe. This song was the very first mainstream song to find its way to TV courtesy of a lil show called Miami Vice

[@jwsel]

This actually wasn’t the start of his concert. This was the 16th song he played (out of 24). The arena held about 20,000 people.

[@patrickwouters6568]

After a pause, it was the beginning of the second part

[@bobbiehofer4924]

It was actually 80,000 not 20,000

[@jwsel]

@@bobbiehofer4924 Not true. This concert was at the Palais Omnisports de Paris-Bercy, now Accor Arena. It holds 20,300 people for concerts. en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Accor_Arena

[@scottrackley4457]

Dude, you could only dream of seeing someone with Phil's talent in a 80k arena. Not for less than 1k.

[@jwsel]

@@scottrackley4457 not sure if that was directed at me, but I was part of the 56,000-person audience for Genesis at Dodger Stadium. Saw Phil solo and with Genesis at smaller venues too.

[@lianasokara3963]

Phil Collins is a LEGEND...❤

[@sue2019]

Phil's songs were consistently in the top tours, & on radio, and outstanding sales

[@Fallopia5150]

Good job for not interrupting that drum solo!

[@markweymouth6368]

Yes it is his original song it was sampled just like every other rock song for the last 30 years.

[@bowlingbill9633]

Phill colins is not just a drummer he is the worlds best drummer !

[@peggywahrer3130]

I loved your reaction to this song. He was in pain when he wrote it because he had been betrayed by his wife. It will always be a classic song, as everyone has felt his pain in their life. Phil Collins is a legend.

[@user-fl7ho3ir8c]

There have been many theories over what this song is about, but the truth is that Phil wrote this song while he was going through his divorce. This is a manifestation of the emotions he felt. It is by far the most famous song of his incredible career.

[@donawalker216]

And now you know why people love Phil Collins. A true presence from the moment he stepped on the stage.

[@Bob0sModelFabWorx]

You, Sir, just witnessed what my generation experienced EVERY DAY. First Gensis, (Mr. Collins original band), followed by his own numerous hits. And this is just one performer! The Eagles, Thin Lizzy, Lynard Skynard to name a few of the most awesomest bands that came out. I thouht it was respectful of you the way you relayed your emotions. Thank you.

[@uncommonsense5876]

Phil Collins is a LEGEND in music industry. He has been influential for numerous artists for decades.

[@396Cap]

Phil released In The Air Tonight in 1981. This performance was 2004 in Paris. Just keeps getting better. Whether he's with Genesis or solo, he is a great singer, great drummer. Check out the duet he does with Chester Thompson at the same concert. You won't be disappointed.

[@kylesummers1565]

Probably one of the best live performances ever. Peace, Love!!

[@Lindasmusings]

Phil Collins lots of great songs…..👌

[@jesnow22]

No he should not be hurrying up. This IS Phil Collins.. its what he DO man!!!!❤❤❤

[@TheDivayenta]

It’s all about the slow build, my man! ❤ This was written in the 70’s- the performance here was 30 years later. Timeless, timeless.

[@mztweety1374]

Angry Phil Collins is our favorite Phil Collins!🥁🎹🎸😄

[@Brightnessize]

This was His first performance in the concert… and you, my man, you should listen to ALL OF HIS SONGS. He is no ordinary drummer, he is a legend…

[@nodrogytsirk]

Seeing him live was a highlight! Back in the good old days! The entire experience was amazing! What talent!

[@spirosoikonomopoulos2651]

This is a Great Megastar and it's a deep rabbit hole my friend, the reason why he was dressing during the build up is because it was in the middle of the concert... I have been to this concert in Athens, this here is in Paris. He has a tremendous solo career as well as with the band Genesis, you won't get disappointed.

[@pamelalee1508]

Can you imagine how wide we were grinnng waiting for that drum beat to drop ?! 🤣🤣🤣... To see new people react for the first time..not knowing Phil was gong to hit the skins ?!...a thing of beauty... Phil Collins was the drummer with Genesis..who later went on to form Toto..when a singer quit and he became the lead singer... afterwards Phil went solo... an amazing performer..who today can't play the drums as the wear and tear have limited his talent..but is still revered around the world... Pick anything with his name attached..his music is varied depending who he's playing with or what decade it was created... Welcome aboard...🌿🌿🌿

[@debramckinnie1819]

Phil Collins THE GOAT 🐐 RESPECT

[@jamesbean9205]

That's rite! It's Phil's song !💯

[@markh.7650]

The title of this video should be "wait for it... wait for it... just a bit more... wait for it... BOOM!"

[@maruka1716]

Phil Collins started out as a child actor in the London theater in the 60s. He was one of the many round-faced kids who played the Artful Dodger in the musical Oliver! In the 70s he started playing drums with Genesis. Peter Gabriel was the lead singer of the band, but he quit the band and went solo and so Phil stepped up to sing lead. He could sing and play drums on the records because of multi-track recording, but they brought in other drummers to play on tour. He started a solo career in the 80s, and this song was from his first solo album. He became one of the biggest pop stars of the 80s. As far as technique, he was one of the team that invented the "gated reverb" sound you hear on the drums in so many 80s songs. You know that if you hit a drum and listen to the sound fade away, it drops off gradually until it's gone. But if you're playing it through a microphone, you can clip the electronic signal so that it cuts off after a certain point. So you hear the initial strike and a little bit of fade, and then suddenly (instead of a gradual fade) nothing. They had to do it with microphone placement and analog equipment initially, but eventually it became part of the digital production toolkit. You can hear it clearly on the studio recording of this song, and also on "Intruder" on Peter Gabriel's third solo album... Phil played drums for that. And then on like a million 80s recordings until people got tired of it and decided not to do it for a while. But now it's an option that people can use or not as they choose.

[@gailtaylor6488]

Brilliant 🎉

[@cnucklz09]

I love it. When you said, “Don’t play with me like that!” I cracked up. I feel you but I also know what was coming. I love that first little build up to get you ready. Great reaction.

[@joellenglass2344]

Phil’s talent is in a world of its own. He’s definitely a GOAT!! I’m grateful to have grown up listening to his music. He went from a drummer to lead singer in Genesis before he went solo. He did the entire soundtrack for the Disney movie Tarzan as well as songs on others. Phil is AMAZING!! I have his greatest hits album and I can play it over and over.

[@toots1568]

Watch him sing I don't care anymore!❤

[@elainekiskis2001]

That is an amazing performance! You can feel the passion. A great song to play extremely loud with headphones when you've had all the "it" you can take from whatever!

[@skullionchild]

That’s definitely one of my favorites.

[@ameyer1970]

No rapper today used their own music. They have to sample from true artists.

[@KimberlyBrown-ud7wb]

I loved listening to this song in my car when it first came out. It had to be loud so you could feel those drums. You need to hear the original studio version. It’s tighter and hits so hard

[@CTKApoBangpo]

I was born in 1979 and this is my childhood music. Just yesterday I spoke with my oldest daughter (20) how much influence Phil had in our lives. For me it was this song and for my 4 children (and me included) , the Disney songs he provided.

[@nellykoutelova3106]

My daughter's (33 y/o) first full sentence at age of 18 months was "My friend Phil Collins" when hearing a Genesis song on radio. She grew up with all classic rock and prog rock bands from 60s, 70s and 80s

[@stephaniegeer1691]

Phil is a master at building the suspense and anticipation that when he finally gets on his drums its all worth it,lol!!🎶❤✌

[@TexasDonna-xu6fq]

Phil is a master at commanding the stage and the audience! "Just Another Day in Paradise" is a must as it speaks to a social issue that just seems to never get resolved. Great reaction (eventually) lol. Stay strong and safe! New sub at age 66! 🤠

[@garymesser9065]

Phil started is professional career with Genesis 1971 as a drummer, and at one point, he was considered one of the best drummers in the world, his career expands almost 50 years countless awards, gold albums. Hits after hits….listen to Genesis.. Dance on a volcano, jaw dropping!

[@pagevaughn9194]

When the drums started, you got more chills! When song ended, You wanted more! The best reaction for Phil or any singer, leave them begging for more! I'm in my sixties, all this music from that time when I was young a lot of you react too! I love it, at that time, every single day there was new music from favorite bands and new bands! What a time to grow up! At least for all of us in that timeline, music runs in our vains!

[@return2earthvideochannel]

Fantastic build up .... anticipation ... Phil's best performance of this composition.

[@kimreed4468]

Fun fact, a few years ago the NFL surveyed the teams to find out what motivational song they played in the lock were r room before the game... Winner 'in the air tonight'

[@samanthamcgahan2066]

Straight up and honest, this had me on the edge of my seat!! Imagine being in that audience, and feeling that buildup?!? ❤❤❤Love Phil Collins!! ❤❤❤

[@nancytillotta3975]

Yes, he's absolutely fantastic

[@lisazaccardimeunier8378]

He was the drummer for the band Genesis. When their singer, Peter Gabriel went solo, Phil took on the role.

[@lorez71]

I still get chills watching season 1 episode 1 of Miami Vice with Crockett and Tubbs driving thru Miami in the Ferrari at night under the street lights with this song playing.

[@janinebain4375]

Best use of this was the episode with William Russell who ultimately dies. Song plays as Don Johnson is searching for Russell's character only to find him already gone. Epic.

[@kellyfitzpatrick2424]

Phil Collins was one of the greatest showman ever

[@user-sr4sk7vd9o]

This song has never lost it's powerfulness. "I was there and I saw what you did..."

[@roihesse9174]

He also sang this song at the "Live Aid Concert" at Wembley Stadium on July 13, 1985. A few hours later he sang "Against All Odds" in Philadelphia, USA. He flew to the USA on the Concorde after the performance in London. The concert, which lasted over 16 hours, was seen by over 2 billion people worldwide... "In The Air Tonight" was released in 1981.

[@eileencritchley4630]

correct.

[@markh.7650]

And queen, a last minute addition, came in and said "Hold my beer" and stole the show.

[@charlieb.7028]

The best part of a concert is the anticipation of knowing the song you have been waiting for starts!

[@user-es9ue5wx8m]

I am a 62 year of black male who graduated college in 1984. Then i went into U.S Airforce. I grew up listen to Phil when he performed 😮in his groups to include GENESIS and etc. Phil is a great 👍 live performer singer. May God continue to bless him🎉. Per his marriage history, phil was divorced X3 with 5 children. I wonder if this song had to deal with a divorce 🤔.

[@tyramasters-heinrichs921]

Phil was always The Drummer; the story was he wasn't supposed to sing, but the singer didn't show...lol. The rest is history.

[@TexasRose50]

I’ve watched this HUNDREDS of times and still get goosebumps!

[@thumpyloudfoot864]

Everyone freaks out about that drum fill.... Duuuuude listen the bassline, that sh*t is funky as an H an E and both of them are carrying hockey sticks....

[@tamiburden1532]

Phil Collins is the greatest music man we've ever known. Music professionals across the world go to him to get his help with there stuff so every piece of music or lyrics that has come out since his debut has had Phil Collins working on it or written by him. That's why they call him Midas because Phil Collins is the king of music and has the golden touch.