FIRST TIME REACTING TO | The Manhattans "Kiss and Say Goodbye

[@MrTuberguber]

There were so many groups like this in the seventies we kind of took them for granted. They've been replaced with much less talent . IMHO

[@andreadeamon6419]

More like no talent. Music died around 93

[@chrisoakley5830]

​@@andreadeamon6419Agreed, modern music isn't even real, it's manufactured junk that sounds like it comes in a box, off an assembly line.

[@algallego]

@@chrisoakley5830 That's thanks to backing tracks being made by people stringing lines of pre-fabricated musical bars or tracks from a DAW or licensed loops. People are hardly even creating memorable melodies these days with their music tracks; it's just generic sounds to "accompany" an over embellished and auto-tune polished, ubiquitous singing style it would seem.

[@1980sPainTrain]

Class acts for real.

[@dtw63]

I think it’s fact! There’s nothing close to this music today.

[@sheltonedwards9960]

Man, do I miss the 70's. Such a great time to live.

[@chrisoakley5830]

Yes, the world's best decade.

[@StacyMoore241]

I was 18 by 1979. It was such a fun time to be alive!! It’s not the same anymore. Music isn’t music as this is. Great memories.

[@buck546]

​@@chrisoakley5830I'm with you there. Great time to be alive!

[@dianejohnson2644]

Yes, in deed the music,the clothes,the big afros best time ever. And we partied hard and just had a good time.

[@kevinl.johnson4549]

It was better to be 20 in the 70’s than be 70 in the 20’s… yes I stole this from a meme.

[@bryankoziar2867]

I was born in 1963 and grew up in the '70's with the best music ever. Every genre, I really miss it.

[@briany7658]

Same, born in '63

[@Bill-1370]

Yep, I was born in 62 and had a ball living my teens in the 70s

[@chrisoakley5830]

1966 here, and the 70s was music's best decade.

[@oldnerdreviews]

Same. 1963 here, too. I got the 60s, 70s, and 80s growing up. I could not have lived in three better decades for music.

[@robynhurley5119]

Born in 1967

[@Joseph-i1t]

Brittany, I am so happy seeing you enjoying old music. That’s soul. It warms you up.

[@stephenhuber1219]

O'Jays, Main Ingredient, 5 Stairsteps, Chi Lites, Stylistics, Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes & Spinners are a few more

[@justrob2656]

www.youtube.com/@stephenhuber1219 Yes if Britt doesn't already know these groups, she should really enjoy them. Nice recommendation's

[@briany7658]

Not to mention the four tops, the temptations

[@tjtampa214]

YES!

[@lucky4724]

Delfonics/ Temprees/ Black Ivory/ Dynamic Superiors/ The Moments/ Intruders/ Dramatics/ Skip Mahoney etc!!

[@janetpope1455]

Rose Royce's Car Wash album was a favorite of mine. Thank God I had older siblings that listened to the best music in the 60's & 70's.

[@MsRhodeman]

I was a baby boomer born in 1955 grew up in the 60s and 70s with the best music ever made... All groups back then did the choreography thing and the matching outfits... Oh the days of real talent!😊❤

[@DreamCatchr]

Sophomore year in high school (1980) The Manhattans came out with Shining Star - was one of the slow dance favorites and a great song!

[@kimmarievan-ever6599]

The groups in the 70's put on a show.. always dancing with the singing and matching outfits..the sound of Philladelphia..l was extremely lucky to be young then..

[@teriwilkinson7816]

The Manhattens were so soulful, I've always loved them.

[@americanaforever6725]

70s soul is amazing 🤩 and this is a banger

[@inezlozada3501]

it is really amazing how timeless the music of the 70s is. This brings back so many wonderful memories, cleaning the house and listening to oldies.

[@stpetie7686]

I became a metalhead about 1970 and was never a huge R&B fan. But I will always love certain R&B songs and this one most of all.

[@kingtutt3371]

Totally agree we took this stuff for granted. This is perfection...the vocal talent is off the charts.

[@joepowell7025]

I was in m y 20's in the 70's and yes it was a GREAT time to be alive xx

[@bobsylvester88]

You see why older people hate most of the modern music of today. There is no comparison between the raw talent of the past and the corporate, algorithm driven industry of today. From the male perspective, I’ve always looked at it as the guy came to his senses and is stopping the affair. He’s doing the right thing, and doing it as kindly as he can.

[@RickDib]

Preach!!!!! Absolutely no comparison...... There's hope for the generation when 100's/1000's of these music reviews who are emotional and dumbfounded when they hear songs for the first time from the soundtracks of our lives fron the 60-70s. God bless you

[@walterpanovs]

Love, love, love this track!!! A #1 Pop and #1 R&B hit in 1976. Sold 2.5M singles. (BTW, perhaps the greatest and most distinctive falsetto/soprano voice of that era belonged to Russell Tompkins of the Stylistics, who had a mess of dynamite hits in the mid-'70s, including "Stoned in Love with You" and "Betcha By Golly Wow." And another stellar cheating song from that time was "Me and Mrs. Jones" by Billy Paul.)

[@Ken-h5d]

Nice list

[@cynthiasnyder606]

I've loved Me and Mrs Jones since I heard it when I was a child and didn't really get the meaning, but loved Billy Paul's voice so much!

[@JorgeMartinez-ms7cl]

Poetry in music ......not garbage ......real heart felt for the ears and soul

[@PhunnyPhotos]

Gerald Alston is the lead singer. The Manhattans are from New Jersey and are named after the cocktail drink not the city.

[@mariebishop7357]

The simplicity of the choreography, the smoothness of the music all showcased the excellent vocals. We who grew up in the 70's took all these outstanding groups for granted because they were everywhere. I miss them.

[@scottrobinson4658]

Because it was all around us. It's what we knew. And real music touches us all.

[@carlbaker7242]

They honestly don't do it music like this anymore. The story of the song. The harmony. The music. The gentleman dressed up uniform together.

[@lutdesimpelaere2947]

I always knew this was about an affair, still so sad. Love the 70’s groups. They all had similar dance moves. Another great song about a similar subject is Me and Mrs.Jones by Billy Paul.

[@wmrichard9026]

Born in 1950!! Got to experience all the good music 50's, 60's, and 70's!!!! Then played music in a Blues and Southern rock band with my brother for 30 years!!!

[@SousChef77]

You need to write a book brother. But hopefully not as sad as "Turn it Up" Ron Eckermans' book broke my heart....lol

[@troysmom2132]

Yes girl...its called harmony and in the 70's the Manhattans were masterful.

[@frankh.4312]

Love those 70's harmony groups. This song is awesome. BTW, you are just the cutest...

[@NativeTexan-fm5dy]

Awesome reaction! This type of group choreography was the "s**t" back in the day. Love seeing young people learn the music I grew up with!

[@stevelucero9047]

They enlisted in the armed forces, and and came together as a group following their discharges from their respective branches. Respect.

[@BillGraper]

This brings me back to my 4 year old self. That talking intro was so memorable! This song went to #1 in 1976. They don't write songs like this anymore, which is sad.

[@DariaBilowus]

Flooded with memories with this song.

[@ChrisMehl-h2z]

You need. Gladys Knight, AND The Pips!

[@turdferguson3475]

Yep. "Neither One of Us" on the Midnight Special is a great performance.

[@chrisoakley5830]

​@@turdferguson3475Gladys is one of America's best singers ever.

[@juliestogner2542]

Midnight train to Georgia. Yes

[@robertcurry122]

BARRY WHITE... HIS DEEP VOICE WAS VERY WARM N VELVETY... RIP BW..!!!

[@KELLYKEITH3372]

The 70's was a great time for music and good vibes. It was all about freedom to just BE.

[@louiseasmith1336]

Remember Be-in's?

[@garyf45garyf45]

Getting old has its drawbacks, but so glad I grew up with 50s, 60s and 70s music ❤❤

[@garyf45garyf45]

Hi from Salinas, Ca where Bobby McGee slipped away.

[@melissaechols7521]

Me too! ❤❤❤❤❤

[@SandraSealySeawomanBDS]

Get what you mean, but I think EVERY decade has some greatness. For me it was 70s, 80s & 90s - so much variety and greatness.

[@angelomaurizio1668]

Four years later The Manhattans had another big hit called 'Shining Star' (1980) It wasnt big as the worldwide hit 'Kiss and Say Goodbye' but 'Shining Star' was another soulful ballad that won them a Grammy Award. And Britt, your reactions are entertaining 😆😆😆

[@rubroken]

I'm an old guy, and I'd never heard the word "trifling" until I started listening to young reactors. Sometimes I'm amazed at how language changes from generation to generation 😊🙃

[@patriciakeith6755]

I'm a old Southern lady and I have heard and used the word trifle for years- (trifle is a thing of little importance). But not trifling. Did trifling come from trifle?

[@thomastimlin1724]

@@patriciakeith6755 Isn't the word trifle a bit trivial? lol

[@disconnexionsdotcom]

I've been hearing "triflin" since the 80s. It was usually the worst thing you could call someone without cussing. Maybe it's just a Southern thing.

[@rubroken]

@@patriciakeith6755 I know trifle(as you say)as something insignificant, but as a term for cheating....nope

[@Lemonteadrinker]

Back in the day, a lot of groups used to lay the story out....this is a classic

[@kevincaulder96]

The Temptations were the model for a number of groups that followed in their very successful footsteps. Try these examples. PAPA WAS A ROLLING STONE, PSYCHEDELIC SHACK, BALL OF CONFUSION, SUPERSTAR (REMEMBER HOW YOU GOT WHERE YOU ARE). And as for a deep voice, the song for you is PRACTICE WHAT YOU PREACH by the Maestro of Love Barry White. Keep listening and enjoy

[@LoisChisholm]

Isn't this a fabulous song?!?!?

[@billpo]

Pure raw talent…so good

[@SousChef77]

No Auto Tune.

[@chrisoakley5830]

​@@SousChef77None was needed.

[@tonynascar3]

In the 70s on someone's "playlist", you could find this, the O'jays, Parliment AND Bob Seager... Life was GOOD!

[@thomastimlin1724]

I think just about everybody liked the Manhattans, they were so great. I mean, how can can you not? Are you deaf? the lead vocalist alone is out of this world!

[@tonimartim5056]

Great reaction. So full of joy. Switch is another group worth listening to along with the Stylistics and Chi-Lites if you're not familiar with them.

[@bgvan37]

Just love when youngins finally hear our music. She does love to interrupt a lot and gets easily distracted.........

[@victorlloydrichards]

Yeah i thought she was just gonna listen

[@timbong1871]

She can't just shut up and just listen to the music some times, always.

[@bgvan37]

@timbong1871 oh please she must. Talk after the video.

[@jojones1082]

I knew you'd lose it when they did that first spin! Loved watching you react to this.

[@jamesrawlins735]

This sound is what is known as Philly Soul. In many ways the best music there was.

[@davedavis6787]

At 70, I am thankful to have come up experiencing the music from my era. This, and most of the 60s and 70s music transcended all, without lines being drawn.

[@renee176]

Looking back on my life the 70's were Great times Musically!😊 Most all the Soul/RnB groups of that era had their own steps and matching attire. It was Wonderful!🤩

[@vickybrackin7483]

OMG, My ABSOLUTE FAVORITE song from the 70's!! ❤🎉 It ALWAYS takes me back!!

[@tonyherrera9329]

I am blessed to have been in my teens is the 60's and 70's when this music was on the radio all of the time. Albeit, transistor radios much of the time, but we didn't know any better, we just loved this music. Of course the Beatles, Rolling Stones, Steppenwolf, Cream and a myriad of others were there too. We never got bored with whatever the next song was on the radio. This is the soundtrack that I still love. Allow me to suggest an artist for your '70's dive: Jeff Beck Group "Ice Cream Cakes" and/or "Sugar Cane" (released in '72). You will not be disappointed. I love your reactions and would love to see you check these two out.

[@vickybrackin7483]

SO PROUD AND HAPPY...THIS is the kind music I got to listen to as a teenager!!❤🎉

[@lavenderhearts101]

The Delfonics. Didn’t I Blow Your mind this time? Another great group with an outstanding soprano, outfits, and choreography.

[@sharonsnail2954]

1968 "La-La (Means I Love You)" is where it started for me 😃

[@thinking6307]

GREAT REACTION!!!!!!! EVERYTHING you said was RIGHT ON!!!!!!!!!!!!! "I'm so happy to be here!" Yes Britt...I so agree!! ....and your Reaction made it even better!!!

[@jeffwhyte5867]

I have loved this song since the first time I heard it.... but I will never hear it again without thinking of your reaction! You are the best!!

[@lindamiller7399]

I came in to say the same thing, the pure joy you see on her face.

[@odiebryer2144]

Britt . . . We ABSOTIVELY had THE best music on the radio in the 70's!!! ❤❤❤ There were so many of these groups that were similar in some ways but had their own swagger. And ever so often, we actually got to see them on TV so we could see that swagger, not just hear their great vocals! It was not possible to see them whenever we wanted to like this so it was always a treat! ❤😊 Oh, and yes, those big collars were all the rage . . . EVERYBODY wore them! And I really mean everybody. 😂😅😂😅 9:44

[@rhondamcbath6279]

Omg...if you want to see an amazing motown group, 5 guys that all each sing differently, and while each singer, they incorporate each of their zodiac signs when singing their part.. THE NAME OF THIS GROUP IS CALLED: "THE FLOATERS" and even crazier the name of the sing: "FLOAT ON" YOU'LL LOVE IT!!!😂🎉🎉

[@bobbyparson9229]

This beautiful lady is by far the best out here reacting. She’s always spot on and she’s nice to look at!!!

[@hockemeyer1]

This should be followed by the Chi-Lites "Tell me have You Seen Her'

[@woodymoore6312]

There was nothing like seeing The Manhattans in concert. I got to do so twice - in 1976 and 1980. The harmonies, the choreography, and the lead vocals by Gerald Alston (the last living member). Brings back good memories.

[@ChuckDrennen]

The campfire scene in Blazing Saddles is better than modern music.

[@maldad9073]

Damn, that's a helluva reference. Can't argue with you though...

[@chrisoakley5830]

The Muppets and the Little Rascals is better than today's music.

[@brianblazer803]

😂

[@jefflast9489]

Is the hot mess they generate today classified as music?

[@BrianJohnson-bq9tr]

True singing groups are something so many younger folks just know nothing about. The Manhattan's are one of the best from the Classic Soul era of the '70s and I'm.do glad to have grown up.eith this music. Welcome to the party.

[@MaS-es9rv]

Obligations and ties don't always mean being married.

[@Lovegun-w4s]

Agreed 💯

[@lgeyser1]

Especially in this case, since several times he says that she'll "probably find another guy" ... sweetie pie ain't go in home to hubby!

[@wendell6468]

yea, right... weve been meeting here so long, i guess what we've done was wrong if they were married, i agree with BR...🤦🏿🤦🏿🤔🤔

[@rayjermyn4541]

Obligations may be to ex's, to children...

[@walterpanovs]

I've watched this a dozen times. Absolutely the best reaction video ever. Fabulous!! Thank you.

[@LarryYerton]

Well you found my fav song, well it's either this or the Three Degrees - When will I see your again. Love your reaction vids! ♥

[@LarryYerton]

This song was released March 1976 and yes the 70's were the BEST. And Yes I was roller skating to Disco baby!

[@trevd64]

0:48 “nail on the head”. Love your reactions.

[@commenceenavoirmarre]

A classic ..kids need to grow up with more general pop radio station in their home ! It's a crime to never ear this song !

[@DaRkHoRsE-_-]

You shine Britt❤ I love seeing it all afresh through your joy❤All of this era of songs 🎉🎉you cannot go wrong . They even made sun sound right 😂😂😂😂😂which is the gimmick right🙀😜😈

[@mrbaddog4749]

I always thought this was Barry White, until about 10 years ago when I looked to purchase it. You can google 70's one piece jumpsuits and find many varieties. Lol.

[@tameshawill9068]

This story to that song really happened. It was 1976 ish, I was 13, he was 15. He was visiting my aunt (by marriage) from another state, was a summer I won’t forget. He gave me this record (45) the day he left. I played it a million times and cried for hours! Unrequited puppy love. Sweet memories.

[@surfboard396]

Nice story. I’m the same age. What a great time to be a kid or young adult. 👋🏽

[@pamagnolia]

Awesome song!! Just beautiful!!

[@heinrich817]

Britt, I have admired this singing for so many years. So happy young people are getting so much out of this. Thanks, Jasmine. Follow what delights you and keep this thing up. Love it.

[@theresastuppiello9589]

70's were THE best!

[@matthewdooley7855]

You can tell this song is building to something. The string sound is awesome. The mix of voices is special. Each one of these guys could probably crank out hit records in today's music scene. This song reminds me a lot of "I Wish It Would Rain".

[@macalcord]

I had no clue what this song was about growing up..Now the whole thing is so cringe. AND I still love it! LOL

[@joeltowle2737]

Absolutely love this song! After my friend died, I listened to this song and cried like a baby! Kiss and Say Goodbye!

[@debbiebell1801]

Love them!

[@kerrypapworth1526]

This group was amazing. Love this song. 💕 Stunning voices and pure joy to watch and listen to. 💕

[@GS-xt8fu]

I just think so much of the older music had a focus on….ability. Can you sing? Bring it. Don’t stand on a stage grind and talk…..sing. Can you sing. Love it. Respect.

[@scubaspookryu]

Another GREAT 70's song from my high school years. I don't know if I even know another Manhattans song, but this song is one of my all time favorite songs. The song was written by the bass player and was released in 1976.

[@lisainfantes6583]

Unfortunately the gentleman singing lead (Gerald Alston) is the only one still with us. Check out Shining Star by the Manhattans , and Do it Baby by the Miracles ( Smokey Robinson's group led by Billy Griffin in matching pink outfits)

[@capicapuchino5675]

I recently started watching your videos and I am a fan (: Watching your reactions you make me laugh at times. 😊 I am a fan of old school jams myself.❤❤❤ Thank you

[@johnhickey4289]

Watch the live version of ‘My Girl’ by the Temptations, it has similar choreography

[@michaelleclair2387]

These types of motown sounds really bring back great memories and your reaction throughout the song was the icing on the cake

[@lesrichardson4971]

The most beautiful breakup song ever.

[@theblackboxpodcastshow1791]

my dad grew up with most of the Manhattans, as a kid I got to go to Sonny Bivins house, the time I went I remember seeing his gold Album on the wall. This song was one of their biggest songs. The group formed in Jersey City NJ, where I was born, the lead singer is Gerald Alston (Henderson NC) He is the nephew of Shirely Alston Reeves, former lead singer of the Shirelles. He is the only surviving member from the original group.

[@dagmar.6954]

The Manhattans are great R&B vocal group who started in the 60's. Their 2 biggest hits are "Kiss & Say Goodbye" & "Shining Star". But they had other good songs such as "There's No Me Without You", "Am I Losing You", "Forever By Your Side", "Just The Lonely Talking Again" etc.

[@Hey-Googootz]

I LOVE IT! I have always loved this performance by the Manhattens, especially the extended version one, where they keep singing the song as they are leaving the stage, but the singer goes super passionate and back-up comes back onstage to complete the extended passionate ending. Ahhhh, those were the days🕺🎶🎵

[@ridgemanron]

When you suffer from 'Attention Deficit Disorder', this is what you do when evaluate a performance.

[@alaskacpu]

One of my best songs of the 70’s. We had the best music in my younger 20’s. Thanks. For sharing 💞

[@abrock6215]

The dance moves aren't any funnier than the ones today with backup dancers jumping around all over the place in weird costumes. Every generation looks back at previous ones in amusement because it looks strange to us now.

[@matthewdever2118]

Ah, man. You are just the kind of beautiful joy my Sunday morning wanted.

[@roba7737]

There were just so many great singers and groups. We didn't realize what great music we had until later.❤

[@Random-Things]

The is one of my favorites of this genre- great reaction.

[@ag6424]

Another example of why the 70s is called the greatest decade in popular music.

[@ArlynMeylan-jo7hq]

This is one of my all time favs❤❤❤😊😊beutifull music heartfelt deepthanks Britt 😊

[@staceyolsen3996]

I loved this song by the music and harmony. I would hear it on the radio and didn’t see the video until years later

[@debibailey2968]

Oh this has always been just one of the very best,!!!! Loved this song!!!!!

[@Yorkiemom4ever]

Britt, your reaction is priceless! I love it.😉 I stumbled across you a week or so ago and I’m glad I did. You are one of my favorite reactors on KZbin. I’m almost 70 yrs old and absolutely love how younger generations on here are loving the music from the past. If you want a good laugh you should look up Chuck Berry’s song ‘My Ding-a-Ling’, it’s so funny, especially one of the live versions .. he gets the audience involved.

[@memorylane7068]

I wish I had that deep voice! Check out The Stylistics - You Make Me Feel Brand New. Alos The Chi-Lites or The Delfonics. Many of us miss this kind of music.

[@kevindavis7620]

When I was in jr high this was the last song they played at every dance. Great reaction!

[@JoseFlores-uw2tz]

I feel so blessed and so lucky to have been a teenager during the 70's. It seemed like every day a new incredible song came out. That musical era has never been duplicated. That is when music was really music and that music continues to make me happy because it brings back so many wonderful memories. All those singers were so blessed to have been given a talent that brought happiness to millions of people around the world.

[@cynthiachessani6788]

Oh Britt! I'm LOVING this reaction!

[@Mgarguemare]

Yes, lots of "Falsettos" in the 70s. I'm a 67 year old Hispanic woman who grew up and still living in Southwest Texas. Also, growing up in The 70s was THE BEST!!!! Regardless of being Hispanic, my high school was pretty diverse. We enjoyed, R&B, motown, rock and some country. High school in the 70s was great. My kids grew up listening to my type of music. My daughter grew up to be a band director and she knows the lyrics to most of these songs. We all subscribe to "Spotify" which has all sorts of genres and mine has tons of music from the 60s, 70s and some 80s.