"Happy Man" (Chicago Cover) by Leonid & Friends, Reaction/Analysis by Musician/Producer

[@mgalego4729]

I love this song. And I love the way L&F put some new color on it! Great!

[@napagirl48]

Yes thank you Jeff and Meg!! this is one of my favorites of Chicago, I believe one of their lesser appreciated songs! So thank you for doing this one, just wonderful!!! 👏👏👏🏖🎶

[@mitchridder4071]

Apparently, Peter Cetera wrote this song in his head, while riding his motorcycle down the 405 Freeway from Los Angeles to Newport Beach, in Orange County for a date with a woman. He then later rushed home and wrote it down to become the song we know and love.

[@dotlund1096]

Such a great rendition! A very beautiful song. ❤️

[@megstsauveur6881]

Thank you Jeff! This was great! 🩷I love this song. Again, thank you! Have a great vacation! 😊

[@michaelbradley7529]

One of my favorite songs from Chicago, and I didn't even know the name of the song. Embarrassing but true.

[@KC-ro7zp]

A wonderful display of talent and respect for the band Chicago, this, a favorite Peter Cetera vocal of mine. Absolutley fabulous🎶 Nice job Leonid& Friends

[@DOC36121]

The best...that's all one can say, the very best!

[@vegasatc]

Listening to L&F makes ME... a happy man! Enjoy the vacay Jeff! 👍

[@gregharmon3797]

Haven’t seen them do this before

[@alanreynolds4944]

Thanks Jeff, great reaction as usual. Can I suggest East River by Leonid and Friends when you have a slot. It’s amazing, thanks. Have a great vacation. Best regards Alan from UK

[@Sixwheelin]

OMG I just felt tingling all-over! One of my favorite 80's Chicago songs and of course it was done masterfully. Thanks Jeff!

[@geneobrien8270]

This was a 70's tune, from Chicago VII originally. Released in March of 1974

[@davidlevine1697]

once again, they nailed it! Jeff, i have a self serving request. when you go to see them this fall it would be cool, if it could be arranged, if you did a livestream with Roman and the band. as always, TYVM for posting. ☮❤🙏

[@keithdrewv1161]

I second that request! A live interview or backstage access would be awesome!

[@roykliffen9674]

I don't know this song, but I love the syncopation, the jazz-inspired chord developments, the laid-back atmosphere.

[@jeffthompson4911]

Hello Jeff Castanon. When one goes on vacation it is to get that Happy Man result. You already seem to be that happy man. That was a great song. Love your passion. Love this channel. Hope you have the best vacation ever. Jeff Thompson Rockford Illinois

[@ndpd11]

Really nice song and perfectly done by L and F. Have a nice vacation.

[@kirkkimball-martinez2402]

Sergey and Serge are so dearly missed. As you can tell, Sergey has that gifted Cetera Voice like no other.

[@sandrisjansons1515]

Love any song with sounds of so cool Rhodes piano !

[@KerryNelsonART]

Love this Chicago gem, and, i really enjoyed this cover! 😊

[@tashihishey34]

King Leonidas, "This is Sparta!" King Leonid, "This is Chicago!"

[@TheoSmith249]

haha

[@matto9734]

All I can say is... it´s good that music is in this world and people that really take that art to a level that makes a difference in my/our lives...

[@robertlieb4399]

This song came out during the Covid "stay at home" season. It really was a big help in getting through these days.

[@Straydogger]

I've been waiting for this one! 🙂

[@TheCybertiger9]

I heard this song when it came out and I knew it was Chicago but didn't know the name of the song and it took years finally when You Tube came into fruition and EUREKA to find it. So.....thank you KZbin🙂

[@Isalsero1]

Beautiful voice that is uncannily reminiscent of Peter Cetera’s…great job!

[@DerekGarner-km4fj]

Kinda fun to see Oleg putting his energy into the bongo's. Is it just in my mind, or does Sergey's acoustic guitar have a really sweet tone? And of course, Ksenia... the most lovely "shaker" ever... :) Zahhhh

[@davidlevine1697]

Oleg is an awesome musician.

[@naknaksdadn572]

They make cool... "cool".

[@janicemartin2016]

I actually think Serge’s voice is better than Cetera’s.

[@jimbizness3864]

Timbales on Igor's left. Not typically used with drum set. Part of the Latin percussion being used here.

[@Aeronca11]

The Fender Rhodes could have used a bit more bass in the mix.

[@jimbizness3864]

Was it really necessary for Ksenia to play a shaker? ;)

[@TheCybertiger9]

Ha...you're kidding right ? Of course it was.