Bonnie Raitt and Bruce Hornsby - I Can’t Make You Love Me | REACTION

[@jamelakajamal]

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[@coolcpa3321]

Love this live performance. Thanks for the reaction. You outta' react to Johnny Cash and Linda Ronstadt performing "I Never Will Marry". She was only 23 when Johnny let her appear on his weekly TV program. It's a lovely vignette.

[@wrightwinger85]

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[@davidogg5269]

Okay Jamel, here is another live performance of Bonnie Raitt and Bruce Hornsby, doing Raitt's hit "Thing Called Love". Gotta see this... kzbin.info/www/bejne/qZnReaBueZKLiM0. Bonnie rockin' with slide guitar, and Bruce on the "squeeze box" accordion. Amazing!

[@nunyabinniss201]

You nailed it in your comments after the song. Dead-on bullseye. If you know, you know.

[@danitempest]

This song doesn't make a whole lot a sense does it? It does when you actually hear the original version Jamel. No woman would write this. A man actually did. Listen to it again, but actually listen and you will get it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/f52kZKeDlr1sfaM&ab_channel=PhivePhivoSteve

[@donna25871]

Bonnie’s voice and Bruce’s piano is a heavenly combination.

[@johnboehmer6683]

.... Performing easily one of the most emotionally intense songs ever written no less...

[@heydayma10513]

I concurr..love 1st..the guru is within you! #yaItIs!

[@fire12wife]

@@johnboehmer6683 I agree! Another highly emotional song is 'Stay' by Sugarland. The vocal and video performance that Jennifer Nettles gave was incredibly beautiful, was incredibly excruciating for her. She was divorcing her cheating husband at the time. She had written the song and was in production with it for her next album when she found out her husband was cheating on her. That's why the video is so emotional for her. Definitely a must-see on this channel! @jamelakajamal gave a great reaction!

[@talltulip]

From Wiki: For Raitt, the song was notoriously difficult to sing, due to its required vocal range, difficult phrasing and breathing, and the emotional content involved. At the televised Grammy Awards of 1992 Raitt performed it in an even more austere setting than on record, with just her and Hornsby highlighted. As she negotiated the final vocal line, she let out a big audible and visible sigh of relief that she had successfully gotten through it. Her live performance of the song was released on the 1994 album Grammy's Greatest Moments Volume III. Raitt has continued to sing the song in all her concert tours: I mean, 'I Can't Make You Love Me' is no picnic. I love that song, so does the audience. So it's almost a sacred moment when you share that, that depth of pain with your audience. Because they get really quiet, and I have to summon ... some other place in order to honor that space. - Raitt, 2002 NPR interview

[@TheArchangel911]

Back In the 90s, Bonnie Raitt is the one who reintroduced blues into pop music. After hearing her album, I went down the rabbit hole all the way down to Muddy Waters and all the OGs that created what we call now Delta Blues.

[@Russ_Keith]

It's great when an artist sets you on that journey and you discover the music you didn't even know you needed in your life. Mine started back in the 60s when The Rolling Stones introduced 13 year old me to the Blues with their earliest recordings in the same year I saw Sonny Boy Williamson on a 12" black and white TV. Then Billie Holiday did the same to 18 year old me and started me down the road to Jazz. A lifetime of Blues and Jazz later and then it happened again just a few years ago when I discovered Pentatonix and through them, a capella.

[@djbc64]

This song. So heart-wrenchingly beautiful. Tears welling...

[@RicoBurghFan]

Co-written by Mike Reid, a great defensive lineman for the Bengals in the 70's who retired early to pursue his true passion, music. He wrote several hits for country artists and others, including this. A true all-around man.

[@charleswoolley8367]

Her voice and lyrics...I cry every time. Bruce Hornsby's piano takes it to another level.

[@neildonley9626]

Bonnie's cover of John Prine's "Angel From Montgomery" is another "must".

[@billiebob5315]

Yes! And the best version out there - in my opinion - is a live version with Bruce Hornsby and in the backing vocals, Bryan Adams and Jackson Browne. But the quality of the version on youtube is not so good alas.

[@Bamaboompa]

Her duet with John is the only version I listen to. When she hits “How the HELL can a person…” it just drills right through me. Gonna go listen to it right now!

[@TracyfromNC]

Greatest!!!!

[@joshuaherndon7380]

I agree. I believe I heard John say in an interview once that he wrote Angel for Bonnie although he didn't know that at the time. I believe him.

[@Peter-oh3hc]

Oh yes. Please

[@mrnobody9104]

i adore Bonnie Raitt, been crushing on her for 40yrs. beautiful woman with all the talent in the world!

[@stevenwasserman9729]

Magnificent, isn't she? Just taps straight into your heart and soul...

[@rk41gator]

One of her best songs! The official video is also a fine work of art. "don't patronize" is so good, along with "I'll feel the power, but you won't" Yes, goosebumps. Oh, Bonnie, I love you (and Bruce too).

[@capcolombie3834]

I've seen Bonnie live and believe me when she did this it was mesmerising, a spiritual experience.

[@maryneff686]

I am a trained and experienced mental health and marriage and family therapist, and I have met colleagues who do not have the insights you showed at the end of this reaction. Remarkable. Much respect.

[@sirclinksalot6023]

I saw Bruce and Bonnie do this live like 28 years ago. Still one of my favorite all-time concert moments.

[@beedeegee9374]

One of the most beautifully sad songs, ever.

[@kevinlane7555]

I worked a Bonnie Raitt concert in the 90's and got to meet her...She was incredibly warm and gracious....oh yeah, and talented

[@jennyhagemann5159]

This is one of the most beautiful songs ever,they did this song beautifully.

[@robertm.8608]

You NAILED IT.....Brother this song kills my heart. Love your spoken words.

[@leahdickinson3813]

I’ve had a crush on this woman’s voice for forever . Nothing like it .

[@DJHolte]

I don't think it's possible to quantify just how much I adore Bonnie Raitt. Her music has touched my soul, made me get up and dance, and held my hand through some tough times. We are so lucky to have had her music all these years. Just as a quick aside, her really early music is quite different than her later music. I would love for you to hear her song "Love Me Like A Man" from 1972, or the similarly-themed "Finest Lovin' Man" from 1971. They are more bluesy, and just sublime.

[@frankiebowie6174]

It has to be the most heartbreaking ballad written in the last 30 years.

[@helgar791]

It's about time. Recency bias has skewed listening and perception toward other versions of this song and none of them hold a lick to Bonnie's. This is a woman that has clearly been through something, and it shows here. Her version is not about over singing, but about real adult emotions. The production here kills any other version and Hornsby's piano is the icing on this bittersweet, heartbreaking cake. Glad you finally found this.

[@kylethompson6648]

Excellent comment! Her voice and the emotion that it carries is absolutely second to none in this song! Damn, music is fun!

[@cnatview]

Well said, Hel Gar!

[@shells500tutubo]

Nancy Wilson's version rivals Raitt's own song. She was also an older woman while singing this, and it felt very personal.

[@helgar791]

@@shells500tutubo I'm a big Nancy Wilson fan, and an even bigger Dinah Washington fan, who was one of her vocal mentors. Although I agree Nancy's version is very good indeed Bonnie's, to me anyway, just has a bit more a plaintiveness, a bit more resignation and desperateness in her version. Maybe that's just me.

[@johnboehmer6683]

Bonnie Raitt's version lS the best, but I would not say no one else can touch it. The song itself is so much bigger than any performer that does it that anyone with a good voice and solid production can at least be in the same room with Bonnie's.

[@Lorre16]

I just looked back at the original video, I then noticed it was Bruce on the piano for it. No wonder it was great as well.

[@djsilent01]

I absolutely love Bruce Hornsby’s playing. He is the only playing that makes me feel like a piano is speaking when he plays.

[@armadillotoe]

There have been many covers of this, but Bonnie does it better than anyone. She rips the tears out of my eyes with this performance. I hope Bonnie knows how much she is loved and appreciated by her fans.

[@bobschenkel7921]

One of the two of three best female vocalists and one of the two or three best keyboardists on one stage. This is the result. Perfection.

[@tomcollens4621]

Her voice & timing are impeccable (and incredible!).

[@jim8252]

I saw Bonnie Raitt live years ago at Constitution Hall in DC. She sang this song and got about a 2 minute standing ovation. It was incredible. She needed that 2-3 minute break to regroup. Bonnie is the best.

[@sroevukasroevuka]

Did bruce play the piano at the show?

[@msmithrandir561]

Bonnie was the first woman to be on the cover of guitar player magazine 1976. Gotta check out her guitar playing. Try her and Keb Mo. 'No Gettin over you'

[@melvynmarshall5737]

The best female singer in the world. I cry every time i hear this song . I,m a 75 year old man and it reminds me of the one true love i lost. Heartbreaking.

[@coletonbrown8211]

Bruce wrote the piano part for the song originally. He's always been there.

[@joannecooper4592]

Bonnie's father, John Raitt, was a great singer. The apple did not fall far from the tree. She is absolutely great. And Hornsby--my goodness, what God-given talent. Thank you for highlighting this wonderful rendition of such an emotional song.

[@marvinboswell6889]

Beautiful voice and piano Bonnie has always been the real deal

[@MicahFoxxMusic]

Bonnie Raitt puts on the best sounding show I’ve ever heard at any live performance, and I’ve seen hundreds of the greats. Her sound is dialed in perfectly: vocal, guitar, band. On top of her talent, she speaks to the crowd as if every word is meaningful, with anecdotal stories and an inspiring message. Bonnie Raitt is a live music vibe for all ages.

[@sroevukasroevuka]

Good singing Good instruments bruce hornsby on piano and good engineering made this sound like a top tier studio recording.

[@michaelmahoney3806]

You so hit the nail on the head..."How can this be live?". TALENT, TALENT, TALENT. We are all so fortunate arn't we?

[@franciscoserrano7313]

One of the most beautiful songs ever from a remarkable women. Powerfully sad at the same time. I also love her song " In the Nick of Time". This is music that touches the spirit. Jamal, you are the best and most honest reactor. This is the place to come.

[@neatdesign]

It's amazing when you can recognize a musician by the way he plays an instrument without singing. Bruce Hornsby on piano, The Edge on guitar, etc.

[@lindawilliams2211]

Carlos Santana comes to mind. First stroke.

[@surlechapeau]

Jamel, you'll love her "Something To Talk About", "Angel From Montgomery" and "Thing Called Love". She's known for her voice and slide guitar.

[@taylormartin107]

This reaction is what makes you one of the best out there. Spot on commentary at the end.

[@peggyw172]

That song breaks my heart. It’s so hard to let go of a love when inside you know no matter what do that person just t doesn’t feel it. Beautiful rendition.

[@gennyyelton4392]

One of my favorite songs. I always think what a beautiful grown up love song. This is on my music list for my son and special people to remember me and my love of music after I have graduated from this school called Earth and go home. I started it when I was helping my mom choose what she wanted to play. Now I have to change the version. Much love and light sent

[@amberandrews6842]

This woman is one of my favorites.

[@GJW2]

Bonnie Raitt & Bruce Hornsby are phenomenal. Awesome accompaniment. This song is one of my favorite ballads.

[@DebbiesWorld]

Favorite live concert is Bonnie Raitt...her voice is perfection! Exactly her voice in concert makes you cry... I saw her a few days after her dad died she sang this and you could hear a pin drop.

[@MicahFoxxMusic]

Amen

[@kathrynyoung4919]

I saw Bonnie sing this live. I was about 10 rows from the stage. Small venue. You could hear a pin drop. It was amazing! I saw Hornsby do a solo show in a smaller venue. It surpassed my expectations. He was brilliant. This version is magic.❤

[@kimhenderson7416]

I love “well seasoned voice.” Best description ever. She’s timeless and so is this song.

[@joshkeeling82]

Bonnie Raitt has such a beautiful voice. This video and her voice gave me goosebumps. Just amazing.

[@timelliott1033]

She's been making great music for a long time. I'm glad she is getting some love in 2021. She did a live album called Road Tested and the band's quality was as good as some studio music. Thanks for the reaction.

[@daveingrey2615]

Bonnie was part of a group of friends that used to hang out with Jim Croce that included James Taylor, Arlo Guthrie, Jimmy Buffet and more. So yeah she’s been doing this for a while

[@lindawilliams2211]

I love Bonnie. ❤. I have been seeing live shows since the early 70's .my sister took to to a 3 dog night concert at 13. I have seen so many in my 64 yrs now. But being from Memphis I love the blues, southern delta blues. I have seen Bonnie at least 10 to 15 times live. Greg Allman and AB about 10+. Saw her twice in Denver once at Red Rocks. No body better than Bonnie. She is a straight up blues Queen. Jamel, go to 2012 Kennedy Honors Awards show. Same one with Led Zepp and Heart. They honored Buddy Guy also on that show. Bonnie , Jimmy Vaughn ( Stevie Ray's Big brother) Beth Heart, etc. Great show. Watch both LZ & Buddy Guys entire segments, well worth the time. Shows the other side of Bonnie. Enjoy... Love 💘 ya. Find Bonnie and Alison Krauss on Bonnie's song "You" Perfect Song. On UT.

[@monicahope3615]

The musicianship of this pure live recording is astonishingly beautiful. And oh look - no naked dancers.

[@Treasacello]

Been getting goosebumps from this song for 30 years. Another great one is her and Alison Krouss singing "You"

[@ElaineKronhaus]

Wow, music done at this level has the ability to transcend the intellect and connect directly to the soul.

[@framusburns-hagstromiii808]

Bonnie is a national treasure! What a beautiful song performed so soufully. So now you need to react to her live duet with John Prine doing Angel from Montgomery......anything she has ever done is pure gold.....you won't go wrong with anything from Bonnie.... Also props to Bruce Hornsby...fantastic keyboards.

[@turnerdan53]

Bonnie's voice made me fall in love with her.

[@tomcollens4621]

This song breaks my heart every time. I’ve been there. Hell, maybe someone I was with felt that about me, & I had no clue. Power of love. Thank God I have felt it, and still do today at 76 years.

[@ruthcrawford3015]

Was dating a guy, he left town to work, called and said he missed me, sent me gifts from the area, ....then found out he'd been in town for a almost a week and I hadn't heard from him. Went for a sad drive....heard this song on the car radio for the first time. OMG. Bulls eye, straight to the heart. Saw Bonnie Raitt in person at a small theater. The crowd of about 200 stayed on their feet for the entire concert, but stone cold silence while she sang. Incredible.

[@brucewaite8133]

Love to hear that lady sing!

[@chestrockwell8328]

And Adelle gets so much hype, this is twice as good as anything Adelle could ever do.

[@Easy_Skanking]

And Bonnie plays a mean slide guitar, too.

[@kimhesketh2016]

It is not a competition. They are both wonderful singers.

[@mancuniancandidatem]

Adelle's music sounds like it was written by a focus group.

[@sroevukasroevuka]

For sure.

[@gl15col]

She gets to that high note and the audience makes the first noise they have the whole song, and you know they've been drawn along in their head the whole song, and acknowledge that note that hardly anybody else could hit so smooth and perfect. And the minute the piano starts at the beginning, my eyes are full of tears. If only I'd seen the signs, and saved myself so many years of a one-sided love...

[@chef8]

Jamael the look of complete joy on your face while listening to this makes me humble...... enjoy brother

[@johnpbh]

Every time I watch this performance... and it is quite a lot as I have the DVD... a tear comes to my eye every time she starts to sing... she has made this song her very own...

[@nolebuc1]

Two of the greats! Both artists defy classification. Love them both. Heard this song a million times and never tire of it. It makes my soul ache each time. Great video.

[@rogerfroud300]

Such passion, and such a beautiful song. Absolutely gorgeous.

[@PerthTowne]

Bonnie Raitt is just amazing. Love her voice and her phrasing. And Bruce Hornsby, another fave. Glad to see you playing more Bruce Hornsby, and I'm also glad you've also discovered Bonnie Raitt. 👍

[@dixiechatty958]

This was my go to broken heart song of the 80's.

[@marleinasmom]

It came out in 1991.

[@wildsmiley]

More Bonnie Raitt, please. She’s absolutely wonderful.

[@Kiomarys]

This song is heartbreaking, every single time I hear it, brings me to tears. You don't always get your entire heart back... My dude, your words have me in tears...

[@carollittle1059]

Love Bonnie Raitt, her and her dad were great. Bonnie has some huge hits.

[@benj1955]

Another tearjerker is Love has no pride. But Bonnie Raitt sings many brilliant upbeat and bluesy songs. A wonderful artist.

[@stephenjstclair]

And I will give uuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuup this fight. Goosebumps moment.

[@josephgiustiniani2834]

............. Your comments after the song was truthful and wise. You hit a bullseye with me. Thank you for your thoughts.

[@scotthendren6862]

It sounds like a top shelf studio session because they are the best of the best!! Look up “ The other ones”. This version gives me chills EVERYTIME I listen!!

[@sroevukasroevuka]

My fav Bonnie Raitt song. This is the best live version of this i've seen.

[@ouchka-witit8845]

Jamal, I think you're wonderful. I also would like to hear Bonnie Raitt cover of John Prine "Angels from Montgomery. 😁❤️

[@DanFan2042]

That song always makes me cry....so lovely and sad.

[@elaineh7993]

Love this song, but it reminds me of when my ex left me.. I met a great guy after our divorce and I have no regrets. Best thing that could have happened to me! We have 7 kids now. This song is so beautiful. I still love it and have it on my Playlist! She is so great. Watch Bonnie on Urban Cowboy. One of the greatest movies ever! John Travolta! Love him! Love your channel!

[@sroevukasroevuka]

Bonnie knew exactly what she was doing when she decided to ask Bruce to help her with this classic beautiful song. Her voice combined with bruces piano and a great band. Combined made the perfect song. Thats just my opinion.

[@behindenemylines9033]

Absolutely beautiful rendition w Bruce on piano. Bonnies voice is unique.

[@Murp268]

She basically wrings out her heart of all emotion and spills it out into the crowd. Beautiful and melancholy. Stunning.

[@RedSinter]

There are many...many voices that sing well and wonderfully, but for me... Bonnie is at the Top of that list. And tears...trickle...down... They were there all along they were just demonstrating their respect and reverence. And your analogy is excellent and right on the Money~

[@anneboban2002]

I love listening to you. You give such wise advice. It was just what I needed to hear.

[@kylethompson6648]

I absolutely love your reactions for their sincerity, vulnerability and grace that you ALWAYS come through with! You're excellent to watch and listen to. Keep on keeping on, my dude! God bless you, brother!

[@lynnelle66]

One of my favorite songs by Bonnie! Check out more of her songs. Thanks for sharing another great singer.

[@angelagygi]

Her catalogue is large and wonderful and will give you all the feels.

[@douglasdegraff8335]

When I first heard her sing this, I fell in Love with her. There's only a few that do that for me and she is one of them. Thanks Jamel!!!!

[@carolespinoza8469]

Wow. 🎶🎶🎶🎶🎹. And her voice💔💔💔. Beautiful together 💕💕

[@sharonpate5481]

I’ve been a huge fan of Bonnie Raitt for years!! “Mighty Tight Woman” “Storm Warning” and “Guilty” are all great and her duet with John Prine “Angel From Montgomery” is a classic. Please do more Bonnie Raitt ☮️🌺❤️ I’ve seen her in person a few times and she’s perfect on stage. She plays awesome slide guitar 🎸 😎 She’s done duets with John Lee Hooker and Keb Mo and many others since the 70’s

[@findingthefearlesslifeamy7625]

one of my favorite songs. beautiful tune, melody and almost a haunting sound.

[@tinamarief51]

Bonnie is my ❤ I have loved her for decades My favorite female musician She is incredible

[@thedessertarchitect8680]

The best!!!!! What a collaboration!!

[@leticiaflores9842]

I got goose bumps and ALLL the feels with this one..❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@kaafromoz]

My Friend you nailed it, if this does not move your heart and soul (when you know what it is too love and be loved eternally) then you have no heart or soul. Love, true love, can never be forced it can never be a bargain it is or it isn't because the idea that you must beg someone to love you just hits me like a truck. I can say fortunately I am one who has been blessed with a true love who will last with me through time itself. TY for playing this incredible LIVE version of this powerful song, Bonnie and Bruce wow. Keep Safe Keep Strong My Dear Friend

[@drumr72]

The saddest lyrics, this one gets to me when I hear it. She sings with so much feel on this one. Bruce's piano accompaniment is outstanding with her too. So moving.

[@GeraltofRivia5150]

Im a metal guy but this is beautiful.

[@AlmostHomestead]

Incredible song and performance.

[@drummerboy12353]

Two Hearts, One Bed...No Future. Love your reaction Jamel. Thank you.

[@JDanBarry]

This is one of those times and singers that know when you dont over sing a song. You let the song convey the message it's supposed to and you keep it all on check. Her voice is pure silk.

[@joelliebler5690]

One of my all time favorite songs! It touched my soul!

[@georgesheffield1580]

Jamel ,the Philosopher

[@landpirate1968]

I'm so excited to see you react to a performance by Bruce Hornsby. Bruce is a native of Williamsburg, Virginia, and my cousin married a studio musician who's good friends with him. When my second cousin was born, they snapped a picture of Bruce of holding him. That picture is still hanging in my aunt's home to this day. As I've said about another native Virginian(Roy Clark), I feel blessed to have met Bruce in person, and he's super humble and genuine. There's a lot of good music and great musicians here in the Commonwealth, and I really encourage you to check out some more of them. You won't be disappointed. The combination of Bruce and Bonnie is just heavenly, and you did a great review.