Jeff Healey - See The Light*DayOne Reacts*

[@erik814u2]

He’s in my top 5 guitar players of all time. So glad I got to see him live before he passed. Being blind makes it even more mind blowing!! 🤯

[@bluesmike100]

Here with ya'. Lucky enough to see him in very small clubs .

[@xboxrules8472]

Canada produced five legendary guitarists , Jeff Healey, Rik Emmet , Alex Lifeson, Neil young and Joni Mitchell.

[@harbscantina]

I saw him live in the UK just after Road House was released. Such an amazing performer.

[@Petestanton]

Saw him in the Healey Bar in Toronto, was a surreal experience, RIP JH

[@ThatColeGuy]

Jeff was one of kind. Gone too soon. RIP. Legend.

[@ramonalfaro3252]

Seeing these performance makes me want to cry sometimes.

[@robinbeerman4726]

The greatest. Rip Jeff and his family. Was in Roadhouse.

[@jerryadkins5418]

Jeff Healy was a master of playing and singing. Watch him and Stevie Ray Vaughn play LOOK AT LITTLE SISTER.

[@silgen]

Too much awesomeness...

[@edprzydatek8398]

Even Stevie was impressed. Hendrix never saw him.

[@farmerbill6855]

The one and only Dr. John on the piano.

[@ALong-fo5so]

Jeff Healey is right up there with the greats. Not well known in the pop world but he is widely respected by blues aficianados and recognised as one of the greats by guys like Eric Clapton and Stevie Ray Vaughn.

[@kimberlinibambini1988]

Hi Angela! Please do his HUGE hit “Angel Eyes.” Beautiful song! You will love it- I believe it’s his biggest one- 💖✌️👍

[@stepheng.3054]

Dang guy played that guitar Like it was a piano!!!

[@ravenize9655]

The guy on the piano is the legendary Dr John!

[@bigbobvub]

Imagine her surprise when she discovers Jeff is blind! I had the distinct privilege to see Jeff Healey play while stationed in Germany 🇩🇪 in the 80s. We were the a group of Americans in a small German beer haus with approximately 200 Germans. I say we're probably the only 8 Americans because as we stood 10 feet from the stage we were the only ones going bezerk after every song! Actually after a couple songs Jeff announced the names of his band mates and as we were screaming and carrying on Jeff point down at us and said'"These people here must be Americans because they are carrying this whole venue so thank you for being here you guys!" I was stunned!! Being recognized by the Great, and I do mean GREAT, Jeff Healey!! It was an incredible evening one which I'll never forget! R.I.P. Jeff!!!!

[@AvroBellow]

He made it look so easy... Now consider that he plays that way because he's both blind AND self-taught!

[@davespears2241]

Nice to see younger people appreciating older music.

[@EchoOne67]

I loved his cameo in Road House with Patrick Swayze...RIP Jeff and Patrick.

[@johnenglish1955]

🤠 "That guy" on the piano was the one and only, legendary Dr. John, a New Orleans institution. 🎹👍

[@richierich4538]

"Angel Eyes" has YOUR name written all over it Angela!! Please have a listen. 😍✌🏼

[@smith041958]

An amazing Canadian guitarist who became blind at a very young age. His band The Jeff Healey Band was featured in the movie Roadhouse with Patrick Swayze.

[@thor8580]

Forget about being blind there is maybe a hand full that’s ever been born with sight that can play at that level. Thank you Jeff for sharing with us such poetry beauty and magic. 🔥🎆❤️🙏🏼

[@MadrigalDream]

Jeff Healey was GOD 😍😍😍😍😍

[@robertleemon5440]

RIP ! You do know he is blind! Incredible musician !

[@kencrumb5472]

To add what was said below, he died in 2008 from ocular cancer (cancer of the eyes, the same cancer that caused his blindness). But yeah, he was phenomenal. He was from Toronto (my hometown). One night my buddy (who knew Jeff personally) and I went to a tiny club to watch another bluesman named Dutch Mason and Jeff showed up near the end of the first set. After a short break, Jeff did the second and final set with Dutch. It was incredible. Even more interesting, a few years later, Jeff switched from blues guitar to jazz trumpet and was equally incredible at that, too. He was a giant recognized by music giants, but gone way too soon. He was only 40 when he died. He's still talked about in Toronto.

[@Jeffbambam]

I always loved Jeff Healey he had some beautiful songs ,born in Canada a jazz player he gravitated to the southern rock/blues and excelled. Being blind just elevates his status, he played at an exceptional level and definitely a top 10 player in my opinion. You are as beautiful as always, thanks for keeping Jeff's music out front for the world to experience.

[@dgoodman1968]

Jeff overcame so many health issues and let nothing get him down.....Gone to soon!

[@markfichera469]

What can I say. He is so many things. Just to say a couple, he is inspiration and talent wrapped up in one incredible package

[@donlowe105]

He was in the movie, Road House

[@irenelopez7555]

❤️Jeff. RIP

[@danielbenincasa770]

One of the top dogs in guitar play. Blind since he was an infant. A legend! Taken to soon from us.

[@59elgreco]

The legend Dr. John on Piano !!!There is a video with Stevie !!

[@jasoncook4008]

Jeff Healey was considered a musical prodigy because he lost his eyesight to cancer when he was 8 months old & by the time he was 3 or 4 years old he started learning how to play the guitar .

[@charlesf2804]

That good, and he's blind on top of it. Amazing! I think I need to pull out his album and play it.

[@LostMyMojo100]

I saw this live watching TV.... I have NEVER seen pro musicians having this much fun..... It RIPS!!!!

[@Harpo.jr70]

Jeff is pure talent. Loved him in Roadhouse. I'm sure Jeff was well respected by the other great guitarists.

[@geoffreymarston5948]

He was a force of nature ! A gift from god ! Not having sight did not slow him down ! Appears in movie Roadhouse ! Thank you for reaction that was just like mine !

[@vicprovost2561]

Yeah, the amazing Jeff Healy, the blind, musical savant, who created a different way of playing that suits him. He was here then gone too soon but left a nice musical legacy. He does a great cover of the Beatles' While My Guitar Gently Weeps. Also try I Think I Love You Too Much and Hell to Pay. Enjoy! 🎵

[@southroncross]

The two exact songs I was going to recommend as well. Along with 'Confidence Man.'

[@davidbrock2450]

Cancer took his eyesight at 1 and his life two weeks before he was to turn 42 and 1 month for his first studio album in 11yrs was released. Played a lot with Stevie Ray Vaughn. Oh he started teaching himself to play at 2 yrs old.

[@tonydelapa1911]

Somehow I didn’t see your Jeff Healey/Night Music until today. I think it is one of your best reactions. Thank you, I really enjoyed it. I sold CD for 10 years and promoted live concerts for 7. The Road House Soundtrack sold consistently over that entire period.

[@timothygustafson3944]

Jeff Healey As The Years Go Passing Bye is a must see

[@cletusmorraies7564]

Jeff was PURE CLASS!!!!

[@kevincaulder9001]

Now you need to follow-up with him and Stevie Ray Vaughn as they combine their respective talents on LOOK AT LITTLE SISTER. The trade off between the two is legendary!

[@ramondwilliam1307]

And he was blind on top of it. Jeff and Stevie are at the top of my best guitarists.

[@scottbaldwin7133]

being blind makes him the best[GOD BLESS]

[@christywhitehead3171]

He's one of my favorites he proved that you can be something special rest in peace my brother Jeff Haley

[@alanjones4358]

As others have mentioned, "Angel Eyes" is another great one. Healey liked to sing about eyes and seeing light for a guy with two glass eyes.

[@vincentfilteau5782]

RIP. Jeff We miss you Bros.

[@nbell817]

Jeff Healey lost his eyesight to a rare cancer when he was ony 1 year old. They actually removed his eyes and he wore ocular prosthetics. I read that he was given his first guitar when he was 3 years old and played it on his lap because his hands were too small at that age to wrap around the neck to reach the frets. A truly amazing guitar virtuoso! So sad cancer came back into his life and finally killed him. I think he was 41 when he died. You should definitely check out all the songs recommended in all the comments! Loved watching your sincere amazement! ✌❤

[@MickLoud999]

I was fortunate to be able to see Jeff play several "open mike" nights on Yonge St in the early 80s. I clearly remember one night attending one such night at the "Upper Lip" A few friends were in a band that played there. We got there early and Jeff played by himself. He was simply amazing. He used to take the TTC to Yonge St and go to his usual haunts to see if they would let him play. We were once sitting on a patio at the Eaton Centre and heard him playing at the Colonial. We ended up watching him play that evening. He is such an inspiration even without knowing how determined he was in those days.

[@scooter196439]

He touched your soul, that's why you can't put it into words . Watch the video with him & SRV.

[@barrybritt2210]

saw him live at a ride for sight rally RIP JEFF

[@Prozak63]

I swear every time I see this Jeff forgets he's blind at the end. 💞💯🔥

[@88wildcat]

Something that never gets mentioned in the comments of reactions to this is that Healey was also a very good jazz trumpet player.

[@stephensuddick2557]

He was so special. I saw him open for Little Feat. I knew who he was but I was never the same after seeing him live that night. God blessed him and he blessed me.

[@gerryfairchild9450]

Now the Jeff Healey Band's 'As The Years Go Passing By' is a must.

[@russ4862]

Great reaction, Angela!

[@ATAH69]

R.I.P. Gone way to soon Was an amazing guy, Talented in every way. Loved your reaction, Thank you for doing this. Cheers from Canada

[@martinsmusic1724]

I had the good fortune to see him a couple of times at his club in Toronto. Amazing.

[@williamcochrane6255]

Enjoyed your reaction. I remember when he was getting really big my friend who was in a Montreal band was at my place and I said have you heard of this guy Jeff Healey and my friend told me he knew him and sometimes did gigs with him. Then he told he was coming to town soon and if I wanted to go meet him. Of course I said yes and not only did my date and I meet him but we were seated at his table with the band but also with a few other members of other bands. One of which was a member of Supertramp. He was a really nice guy to get to know a bit that night.

[@onepieceofgumleft]

Cheers from Canada. Love seeing people discover Jeff. Great reaction.

[@miltonslocum8957]

Great reaction Angela! And rightfully so! Jeff's artistry and talent was remarkable to say the least. Others have already mentioned you should react to Little Sister with him and Stevie Ray Vaughn. It too is mind blowing! Also, that was the legendary New Orleans artist, Dr John on piano. You should react to one of his biggest hits, Right Place Wrong Time. I think you'll like it.

[@googogler]

he can hear the light😎😀😀💖

[@ivankaleoniefuchs333]

BTW...Jeff Healey was blind. He was one of kind und was up there with das greats of his time. He played shows with almost all of them. He only had a few hits that he personally composed...He mostly covered other musician's tunes. Like your reactions much. Have a fun day. :-) Auf Wiedersehen aus Wiesbaden

[@chrissawyer8548]

The guy on the piano is Dr John used to check him out too

[@davids2096]

I've never heard this one! It gives me that Lynird Skynird vibe! It does boogie!

[@funkspinna]

Legend

[@bramcurtis6900]

His cover of While my guitar gently weeps is amazing. And get this. Both George Harrison and Jeff Lynne play acoustic rhythm guitar on his cover. How freakin' cool is it to have the Beatle who wrote the tune playing on your cover version?

[@williamfox1203]

he was in the Patrick Swayze movie Roadhouse as the live act in the club

[@ThatColeGuy]

The bass and drums really tied the song together the way they melded together.

[@jrshelton3398]

Yeah that drummer is a badass

[@loilt5091]

Your reaction was priceless...literally lost for words 🙊 Once again, great attention to detail, yes, the band was smokin'...the late, Dr. John on keys, including some of NYC's top session players. So much better than his own trio👍 A virtuoso guitarist, with a singular guitar technique, great voice & composer, including his jazz trumpet abilities...one of our greatest 🇨🇦 ♡ Back in the mid-'80's, we caught him in a smaller establishment, before his breakout, fame. The last time I saw him alive, he walked into our local blues club, alone...like the Red Sea parting, by himself...just as Rick Derringer finished his show. Unfortunately, they never jammed.

[@patrickbateman7369]

Well she doesn't have that great of attention to detail if she didn't even realize he is blind

[@loilt5091]

@@patrickbateman7369 🙈 🙉 🙊 Someone might figure it out

[@drichards7217]

He did make it look easy, Jeff is also Blind !

[@gordr223]

Awesome!!

[@michaelhayes7471]

You need to see Jeff and stevie doing little sister those two together is amazing

[@paulfuller8985]

Jeff Healy is up there with the greats . He just left us must too soon .

[@scottbaldwin7133]

love him

[@rickysechler1625]

jeff healey is blind, and has passed away and we lost one of the best guitar players in the world r.i.p.

[@davidbordonaro1631]

You mentioned the guy playing the piano that's Dr John you need to check out his Right Place Wrong Time the studio version

[@Diggerdog2nd]

He lost his sight from a very early age & learned to play guitar like that because he didn't know you don't play with it on your lap normally.

[@KL-nm6nl]

All I could think of is your in for a treat!!!!!, Jeff Healey is a marvel to watch, by the way check out Jeff and SRV playing together the only bad part the performance is way to short. Love the look on your face great reaction great appreciation. Peace and Love later.😂😂

[@NoneYaBidness762]

Jeff was a Monster on the guitar.

[@pureheaven8647]

Love this guys guitar playing 🎸

[@suecook1326]

Jeff got cancer in his eyes as a baby and went blind. When his parents gave him a guitar, he had never seen the proper way to hold it. He was self-taught and held it his way. He did a great job doing it that way too!

[@clintjo2377]

Man had a voice to wow can he sing miss his sound god got him to good to be here with us he wanted him there bet !!!!

[@LillyMarz777]

Have you done his Angel Eyes?

[@ramonalfaro3252]

Tons of hard work and hours woodshedding is how You get to this point

[@jonahb1987]

great reaction!! Idk if you knew he was bilnd

[@karthain5742]

He is up there with the greats, and Stevie Ray Vaughan is the one that discovered him.

[@alishagates4727]

he is one of the best, and he is blind!

[@bluesmike100]

Seen him many times. And yes he's blind and a great friend of Stevie Ray. God's to me.

[@rogueleader4181]

All star band Jeff, Dr John, Marcus, and Omar : )

[@vocalize60]

An incredible talent Jeff was. Maybe one of the Best renditions of See The Light ever! Reinforced by the team of Marcus Miller,Omar Hakim & Dr.John really helped. Love your authenticity of emotion to how music can be so moving.

[@steveh7108]

He is up there with the greats but often some of the greats are only known by other musicians. Like Tommy Emmanuel for example. Probably the greatest of all time but most people never heard of him. Or Joe Satriani who is the mentor or influence of many of the greatest rock guitarists.

[@davidallen9538]

I believe he is blind but plays a laying down guitar better then most. Been listening to him forever.

[@georgeryerson5788]

stevie ray promoted him . i new jeff in toronto . not well bet we hung with a group , chicagos bev and queen . R.I.P. TO BOTH .

[@allendesalme197]

"The guy on the piano" was just Dr. John, famous from New Orleans.

[@finkster1969]

Jeff lost his eye sight at around 1 years old, his parents wanted to get him a piano but couldn't afford it so the got him a guitar. His arms were to short to play normal style so that's why he plays with it in his lap!!!

[@southroncross]

Your reaction is pretty much the same one we all had after seeing this video for the first time. 🙂

[@hunchbackaudio]

When you see Marcus Miller and Omar Hakim, you know it's gonna be good.

[@stevenbromley1191]

His this the guy from the film Roadhouse with Patrick swayez? He looks like him.

[@hunterns37]

That is the same guy..

[@stephenbarrass7496]

@@hunterns37 As Patrick Swayse say "Not bad for a blind guy"

[@louisleroy4580]

And he's blind , he was in the movie Roadhouse with Patrick swayze

[@kenbarbour4105]

Hi great reaction great song try angel eyes by jeff healy thanks

[@allendixon7700]

❤

[@lesliescott4491]

He’s blind as you know so he did not know how to hold the guitar he learned to play it on his lap until somebody showed him he could stand up and play it a rest in peace Jeff Healey

[@johnmontgomery2784]

Doctor John played piano... check out Right place wrong time