Journey - Don’t Stop Believin’ (Escape Tour 1981: Live in Japan)

[@DeborahLGrunn]

When rock bands were true rock bands ‼️☝️

[@robertleeluben]

See kids... a real singer who can sing the same live as on the record, no auto tune required.

[@aguscavedo4721]

Robert Luben disagree. he could sing even better live ! :D

[@sdjklsdjksdjklf]

Agus C He sounds the same... I'm guessing you've never listened to that recording outside of the quality of an MP3.

[@westboy52]

That's The shit! I hope music like this comes again!

[@johnboy8266]

FreddieUltraPro YT good kid 👍

[@MultiSandra47]

Now that's a voice !

[@carolray9156]

This is why they call him "THE VOICE"!!

[@dibujaanimehoy]

​@Steve22PerryHI😮❤

[@andrewphilbrick1790]

Steve was so awesome, one of the best voices of the rock era.

[@MagnumMuscle1000]

No Auto tune, no tape tracks, just pure musicianship, talent, and emotion. These guys are the epitome of professional. We don't see that often these days.

[@dantetuquib638]

Magnum Muscle ;N

[@steveocallaghan7734]

And hair

[@a.barnard3205]

No, we don't see "that" at ALL, theses days....

[@liladanhernandez]

NOOOOO ONE CARES!!!! That music is still good, sure a lot of it doesn't have serious meaning but the songs are fun and people want to have fun, which is a normal human being experience. And sometimes I'm the mood to be sad as shit so I come to songs like this. You can try to appreciate both.

[@mindcontrol67]

What the heck is a tape track? please explain.

[@KaiMax_23]

Haha, the Japanese crowd is so different. They're so respectful and remain quiet. But make no mistake, they're loving the performance. :)

[@brooke7750]

Mr. Hyde thanks for clarifying, they looked bored before I knew this😂😂

[@jenkeaton4535]

Mr. Hyde Hbjhhhgggggghhhhhhhhhuuuuuhuhhuuu

[@gfexc]

They appreciate music. They are there to listen to music. Not to scream, make noise and be stupid like the gringos, making it harder for the singers to perform. Notice how comfortable is for Perry to do his thing without killing himself, thanks to this crowd

[@julsc2106]

@@gfexc 😂😂😂😂

[@frank1513]

In the United States this place would be exploding there would have already been elevendyseven people dead and like everyone is wasted

[@marlenebiles2966]

I'm 74 and I'm in love with Steve Perry

[@patriciatolliver4057]

Patty-I'm 74 and am still in love with Steve.

[@juliadomac3807]

I'm 73 and I'm right with you! He's so cool

[@juliadomac3807]

❤

[@juliadomac3807]

I'm. A pianist and I've been trying to do a piano only version of this and it's not really easy to keep that riff and the voice line going on piano at the same time. I got so many requests at work for Journey that I'm listening all the time. Steve has such an amazing voice.

[@donnademarino4845]

What a voice.,.,Love this even more in 2024.

[@CarlFormby-r9r]

Steve Perry im 38 and your are the best singer of ANY GENERATION like if you agree ❤u Steve!!!

[@CarlFormby-r9r]

@SteveRay.Perry.9 oh my God! My idol! THE GREATEST ARTIST EVER!

[@Huntercoplin747]

I’m 12 and this is my kind of music that is how good Steve is

[@TsubasaBengia]

When you have a voice like this you don't need fireworks half naked women dancing behind you.

[@eoinMB3949]

Jesus Steve's hair is fucking perfect. I think i have a man crush on that magnificent mane

[@SHAWNEESKYWALKER]

@ Eoin, I know right. It's always so shiny and beautiful. I would love to have his hair.

[@lillyingram2739]

No one could ever replace Steve Perry than himself he is the original and classic journey singer !!!!🤩

[@carolcornell6332]

His voice is such a gift

[@carlosjaviermendoza3678]

Lo mejor de los 80’s

[@trx1093]

Reggaetoneros did not like your comment

[@carladaniels7910]

Perfection to the MAX!!!!

[@elkekasubke6714]

​@@carlosjaviermendoza3678❤

[@kiyote67]

There will never be another Steve Perry..... GREATEST song of all time.

[@CarlosHernandez-kd2vb]

I agree, "the greatest song of all time" on so many levels!

[@mariongeisendorf9518]

Absolutely 💯😘es ist meine Hymne.

[@donnablanchard9218]

STEVE PERRY ROCKS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The old Journey was totally AWESOME!!!!!!!!!! Neal is an amazing guitarist.......but, Steve made him so much better......they played off each other!!!!!!

[@geemcdoom]

Agreed Donna.... Love, love, loved this era of Steve Perry/Journey 🤘❤️🎶

[@frostskate4751]

I heard that Neal only cared about money

[@calebrebold4837]

Pineda ruiend journey there not even good anymore they need perry back

[@patriciasuich5039]

Awesome, original band!!

[@pseudowoodo5010]

I heard Neal is a colossal douche

[@nadiaikehara9985]

Simply the best❤

[@starrama7711]

something very sweet and innocent about this dude.

[@caiosilveira2143]

I just thought the same thing... he looks kinda happy haha

[@Goodbyeeveryonehere]

he doesnt mask his true personality. he's around 70 now and still as happy i think he always just appreciated the fact that he could do the job he was doing cos of his love of music.

[@ThiagoSFFranco]

He is an ENFP. Gives that vibe

[@angelamaier-yq6ql]

Steve Perry has the most unique voice I’ve ever heard, it’s so stunning, love watching him ❤. 2024

[@teresaedwards6119]

DON'T EVER.. STOP BELIEVING !!!!😇😇😇

[@carlabrown4523]

Steve perry will always remain this way, he rules it😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@cherrytate7149]

❤❤1st January 2024.... STILL LISTENING TO YOU STEVE PERRY ....LUV YA..FOREVER .💋💋💋

[@evandronavarro5573]

Beautiful thing, I really miss when there was real rock

[@Archieretrowrld]

Anyone listening to this during quarantine? This is literally my favorite song!

[@penny_the_wiser413]

I was actually listening before then. I usually have a Journey marathon once a week

[@doloresgrandes2536]

@@penny_the_wiser413 Journey marathon: great idea!

[@penny_the_wiser413]

@@doloresgrandes2536 maybe I'll do that today

[@doloresgrandes2536]

@@penny_the_wiser413 Greetings from Aruba!

[@mandymercer4089]

Me! 28 year old single mom lol my dad sung this to me all my childhood ♥️♥️

[@strawberryseason]

He is wearing the same shirt from the Houston performance

[@0okamino]

I'm sure they got some laundry done somewhere between Texas and Japan. :D

[@arkangel7j]

+0okamino rofl

[@strawberryseason]

But he's rich. I think he needs a new top for each performance.

[@0okamino]

strawberryseason Maybe that was a new one, but he bought the exact same kind of shirt again. The pursuit of novelty should not get in the way of a rockin' style once it is achieved so completely.

[@seitashiratori3391]

Maybe he doesn't wanna show off how rich he is

[@susanaquino3792]

Such powerful voice! I don't get tired of listening to him.

[@MelisssaBai]

If you are watching this in quarentine you're a LEGEND.

[@simonenovaes2009]

He loves this t-short hehehe same in the Huston performance

[@davedyer2308]

@Steve22Perry hi

[@simonenovaes2009]

I Love you Steve Perry ❤❤😍😍😍

[@naveenappelzoller8945]

Lyrics: Just a small town girl, livin' in a lonely world She took the midnight train goin' anywhere Just a city boy, born and raised in south Detroit He took the midnight train goin' anywhere A singer in a smokey room A smell of wine and cheap perfume For a smile they can share the night It goes on and on and on and on (Chorus) Strangers waiting, up and down the boulevard Their shadows searching in the night Streetlights people, living just to find emotion Hiding, somewhere in the night. Working hard to get my fill, Everybody wants a thrill Payin' anything to roll the dice, Just one more time Some will win, some will lose Some were born to sing the blues Oh, the movie never ends It goes on and on and on and on (Chorus) Don't stop believin' Hold on to the feelin' Streetlights people Don't stop believin' Hold on Streetlight people Don't stop believin' Hold on to the feelin' Streetlights people

[@stingrayphil4771]

THIS IS LIVE! NO ELECTRONIC ENHANCEMENTS! NO CORRECTIONS BY “AUTO-TUNE!” REAL RAW TALENT! TALENT! TALENT!

[@journeyon2489]

I really like this version of Don't stop believing! Steve has such a flawless voice! No comparison to other singers at all! Just the voice and the voice alone! Little did they all know and the world know that this song would become their biggest hit ever 40 plus years later!! "Timeless music takes time" like Steve used to always say:)

[@ritchellcarlson9329]

I like this version they are so good

[@juanperales7814]

How lucky the people in Japan were to see Journey and Steve Perry live in concert!

[@javiertorres7537]

I miss the times when the people just enjoyed the music and the performance, no smartphones, no selfies... jut enjoy and live your own experience.

[@cherylhowe1541]

Amen! I refuse to pay the high ticket prices nowadays to go to a concert and not be able to clearly hear the performances.

[@caroldozier1956]

He has perfect pitch and knows how to work a room, puts his whole being into his work! Nobody before or since can match him no one!!🎤❤️🎶🎼

[@XPhantomLord]

Man, that voice...

[@London-bridge22]

How does he sing this song every concert it’s so impressive that he smiles while singing

[@Jd-im4my]

Great times and memories. When we had actual Rock BANDS, that could actually sing and play instruments. That's a real freaking voice!!!!

[@bobbilluck2222]

Hello Jd 🥰❤️, hope you having a nice day, God bless Steve

[@Mistereify]

Because it’s not the case anymore ? You are misunderstanding personal nostalgia with reality

[@Jd-im4my]

@@Mistereify I don't think so. In the world of music today you don't even have to know how to sing to become a star. They can do it all in the studio. Look around you can probably count on one hand how many singers have actual musicians backing them up. Most just use music tracks. Thats today's reality. Thanks for the comment.

[@MikeBCNU]

Theres some talent coming back though.. thank God for the Rock Band game..... :)

[@murraychadwick9362]

@Jd 80's bands were Nothing but pure tallant 😎

[@BonnieMcKeePickard]

Steve Perry with that awesome voice, amazing talent, and everything that dreams are made of.

[@BonnieMcKeePickard]

@Steve22Perry it’s always great to see Steve Perry. I just wish I could see more of him so videos have to do. I have a lot of things. I have to tell him that I think he would fine very interesting. I’m not just another girl chasing him for obvious reasons. This is something more. I’m presently looking for a place, to post my story of my life and I just find the parallels with his unbelievable. I just thought We would make good friends. I think right now we could all use more friends that truly know how we feel.

[@BonnieMcKeePickard]

@Steve22Perry I know it says you are, but I’ve met a lot of Steve Perry’s. Always try to get things of benefit of a doubt it’s just hard for sure. I mean, after all the scams we can get a little cautious.

[@janicemichaelsedona1146]

Every time he sings it, it's perfect! Unbelievable vocal talent. The best male vocalist ever. Also, Steve always looks so happy when he sings. What an angelic voice! Love, love , love....I never get tired of hearing Steve sing!!!!!

[@Hydrogirl54]

The best voice and hair in rock.

[@Omi_Kapoor_xD]

I wish I lived at that time. I would love to hear Journey live. Steve is phenomenal, I love his voice. P.S. Why seeing Steve smiling is making me smile...

[@roxettesc]

I love this song!

[@jcee6886]

No autotune pure talent.

[@eriser95]

That light in his eyes 😍

[@bournemouthlass]

I never realised what a profound song this was until I read the lyrics. This is far more than just a catchy riff with a great chorus it's a very moving homage to damaged and frustrated lives.

[@OriginalPuro]

And then compare it to the text of today's so-called musicians.

[@leo50perez]

+PuroYO i mean there are still a few good musicians today.

[@twilightsparkle3547]

+leo50perez like who?

[@leo50perez]

Princess Twilight Sparkle Brendon Urie for one. That boi can sing like a mofo.

[@RyanIdlett]

there really isn't any good ones anymorw

[@mariaaraujo6314]

The best song of the 80's.

[@natedawg3855]

One of the best voices of all time.

[@burgundyjayde]

Pure magic in the air that day in Japan... Nostalgia at its finest. Imagine being there that day. So special.

[@yuanitagh]

I love this music!

[@AB-tv2rm]

If you're listening this in 2022, you've got a very good music taste.

[@hardcoretruth9254]

The best voice in Rock and Roll without a doubt. Die hard Journey fan!

[@michnativ2-mn6ib]

When I was 17 This song came out. That year I seen em. That was almost 50 years ago.

[@Mr1152451]

In my 26yrs of existence, none had rivaled Steve's talent. I can only desire to have this kind of voice. Many can sing but only a few can be really exceptional.

[@TrueCore08]

That voice is legendary!

[@MrDrummer3321]

Steve you are the best rock singer ever!!!!

[@stevem5787]

He sets the gold standard

[@blackmetalandspanishrapmix7345]

I don't care what nobody says I love this song.

[@ritchellcarlson9329]

I love the song and emotions and his face reaction

[@krosebranche1502]

I was born in September 1981. I first learned that they had come to Japan a few months before I was born. Now I'm addicted to his voice!

[@BarbaraHill26]

I wanna take the midnight train back to 1980 and dance with you onstage Stevie!

[@UNbowed62]

Barbara Hill , I will already be up there, hahaha🎶💕

[@terrinew9474]

Me too, had/have a huge crush on him.

[@niknikktm]

Yeah, but not to this song. It wasn't written yet. in 1980 Journey would be out on their Departure tour with Gregg Rollie still in the band. Then you would see them at their absolute peak.

[@DVH1149]

Steve Perry's voice was a miracle!!!

[@rozycantsay3587]

Pure talent, non of the lip syncing and BS artist now do...this is real talent 🥰

[@VickiBee]

This song will forever remind me of my sister before her accident. She used to like Journey in 1981 and that's when this song came out. She was 16, I was 3 years younger.

[@classiccarsclassicrock9433]

+Vicki Bee I am so sorry.

[@Goblin_Hands]

Oh no...did something happen to her?

[@javiergonzalez1163]

There WILL NEVER BE ONE LIKE HIM!

[@thealexsabio]

there are not concerts like this one today...

[@Earthaluigikidcompany]

CONCERTS IN 2020 A-HA IS COMING TO JAPAN PLUS TOKYO 2020

[@thanos123]

Coronavirus:Hi

[@wp1953]

Steve Perry always pulls it off perfectly live!! I've probably been to 50 Journey concerts & he was always perfect.

[@caroldozier1956]

That’s still my Steve! Even at 74 my baby can still do it!! Go my friend!!!❤❤

[@viuckymanp]

Que voz grande Steve lo mejor siempre ❤

[@MariaSilva-zd3fi]

Eleita melhor música de todos os tempos ❤️❤️❤️

[@MariaSilva-zd3fi]

@Steve22Perry 🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@ohnesorgen4642]

Performed 35 years ago to the date: Jul. 31, 1981.

[@ahnguyen1]

Was this concert before Houston or after?

[@coocoo4826]

Even though you dont care but the date is the same as my birthday lol.

[@BracePredatorizing]

Vinh-An Nguyen This video was basically at the start of the tour. Houston was about mid-tour before they took a break. They continued the tour in early 82’ and finished it in July. This video in Japan was before Houston.

[@piensedocumental6285]

Happy 35 years !

[@josephjoshua5882]

I have a whole concert of it in mp4 format with a 1080p resolution.

[@myrnasulit5984]

Steve you are terrific and fabulous!! 🌹🌺💕💋

[@juanmaken]

Me encanta 18 de octubre 2024 ❤ temazo que te pone las pilas 🎉🎉

[@neutral6941]

A great song, sung by the best male voice in Steve Perry & 1 of the best bands in Journey.

[@murraychadwick9362]

OMG The music of the 80's has yet to ever be matched. The artist in our time didn't need voice enhancing machines to make them sound so amazing 😎. It is pure tallant.

[@teresarose2824]

One of the best vocals ever!! A truly untouchable voice! True Perry fan from the beginning!

[@StevePerry-xz3ee]

Hello Teresa, how're you doing? Your comments caught my attention and that is why I am reaching out to you. Your fan love for me warms my heart, Thank you! It's nice meeting you here.

[@germainewright7348]

In my opinion, Steve Perry has the most incredible, amazing, beautiful voice in this entire world!!!! ❤❤❤

[@theantdeezy]

It goes on and on and on

[@e.pateto4814]

That hair, That voice, no one like him ,unique Steve perry .

[@nicolefournel-hartery8187]

Love him, gorgeous and what a voice.

[@nicolefournel-hartery8187]

OMG! Seriously, I've been wondering the same about you since your hip replacement , I hope it was a success? My husband had 4 left and 2 right hip replacements as well as 2 right elbow replacements. So it's been a long haul for him. I'm bed ridden 95% of the time and just wanted you to know how much your songs, your videos and your voice have meant to world to me, they keep me entertained and so positive. Wish you were still touring with the band, it's just not the same without you, but I understand we have to chose the path that makes us happiest. Thank you for sharing your talent, gift, courage and personality with all of us. I live in Canada, keep checking to see if you will ever tour again, solo or with the band. For now, I really enjoy your youtube posts too! Always remember you are so loved from your fans and I wish you the very best life has to offer. You are a very special man, always good looking too! lol

[@nicolefournel-hartery8187]

@Steve22Perry absolutely, you made my day. As mentioned before, I've been mostly bedridden for 19 yrs due to medical malpractice. A doctor wrote the CT report for the wrong patient. Basically he took my results and gave them to another person and I got theirs. Based on this information, a last resort was to try traction for my lower back injury. This caused my discs to shatter. I was only 36 when this happen so they tried a new technique instead of fusing my spine. Unfortunately, I got the worse kind of infection on that first surgery and it took 3 more to save my life. So every time I move it's vertebras hitting vertebras but when they shift and lock in an unnatural position I become bedridden. As if that wasn't enough I got breast cancer 5 years later. I had been given 9-12 months to live but thankfully this was over 13 yrs ago. I've had to raise my kids thru this, often from my bed, and had to fight for my husband's rights after an at work accident that occurred just 3 months after my back went. Everyone faces life struggles, some more than most but you have to find a way to keep getting up and say "today is gonna be a great day", whether it lasts for 5 minutes or the whole day. Your attitude throughout the struggles you go thru, has a huge impact on your quality of life. You have been such an inspiration, to me and countless people around the world. Never forget that you deserve all the love and happiness this world has to offer. I always tell people to enjoy their health, do what you can today don't wait, do the things you love now. I hope you take time to enjoy life and do the things you want to do now, don't wait. I wish I could have seen you in concert in person. Your voice, the songs you write and sing are timeless. So much talent and the fact that you choose to take the time to share them with people, makes you very special. I hope you have a great week! Thank you so much for reaching out, it meant the world to me.

[@Youme-s2e]

Rock on ! Love you ❤Steve Perry!

[@30secondstomarsMBH]

I will never, in my LIFE be able to thank Glee enough for the enjoyment and pleasure and sheer joy that I've gotten from this song and the 80s music it introduced me to. One of the greatest songs on the planet.

[@RyanFischer1990]

Steve looked like he was having so much fun. I’ll never understand why he left.

[@charlizewinslow5284]

Blame the manager. Journey toured way too much, burnt out Steve Perry. Manager refused to reduce number of shows.

[@latsnojokelee6434]

If my memory serves correctly, initially the band with Neil at the head was going to be an instrumental. Neil didn't want a singer but his management said that if you want to sell albums you better have a singer. So they got Steve but if I remember correctly he was never treated that well.

[@bradyjessup8835]

he got throat cancer so he couldnt sing this good anymore

[@charlizewinslow5284]

@@bradyjessup8835 that’s a total lie. He never got throat cancer. He said in an interview that people thought he had cancer because he was taking his terminally ill mother to specialists and recognized him waiting for her at hospitals. He never lost his voice and still sounds great. He left in 1987 because he was burnt out from overtouring and needed time to grieve the loss of his mother and breakup with longtime girlfriend. His mom died while they were recording Raised on Radio.

[@ZenSSound]

That intro kills me every time. It is so amazing I have to sit down and listen closely.

[@debbiewaterfield4277]

Same!!!!!!

[@bobbilluck2222]

@@debbiewaterfield4277 hello Debbie 🥰❤️ God bless Steve

[@robbynweimann5709]

I love the bit where Steve stands next to the guitarist and sings a very high note, he is just amazing being able to hit that note effortlessly ❤

[@AshAlmond1]

This is a must performed Journey song during live concerts. What a good song to finish a concert with a strong message to the faithful audience: DON'T STOP BELIEVING!

[@strawberryseason]

Love his hair

[@mr.quality8808]

Great song... not many songs can give you an uplift the way that does.

[@Cheerful1971]

Never stop believing 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻😇😇😇💯. Listen to that amazing voice dam love that shirt Roll the 🎲

[@staceyschidleman8436]

Thank You Steve Perry for having a beautiful voice and talent for singing... Listening to you sing is infectious... ;-)

[@vochogirl]

I love his hair! Best singer ever! I love him!

[@julsc2106]

Yes its a tie Steve perry Michael jackson Freddie mercury

[@nicolecutri1590]

I will always love you Steve Perry your the best 🇹🇹♥️😘 this Trini love you like crazy hugs and kisses 😘

[@espino661]

Perry is the BEST!!! Can't be replaced by ANYONE!!!!

[@juanperales7814]

I totally agree!

[@capitantestosterona]

Included that chinese guy 🤭🤭🤭🤭

[@WeaponsEducation]

It took me 35 years to realize the chorus is at the end. That was Steve Perry's idea. He never took a singing lesson and plays drums also BTW

[@itwasthecatsfault5422]

Wow I didn’t know that! It’s so good this song!!

[@giulianacr2638]

He got singing inspiration from Sam Cooke. He learned from the best and he even referenced that Cupid song in his 94 solo concert, he sang a lil snippet. It was so cute

[@giulianacr2638]

Btw I'm a new fan and fell in love with Steve's voice. He has talent and perfect technique, he writes his songs, knows how to convey emotion and has great energy on stage. He is a one of a kind

[@kgunitkeese17]

He does have choir ensemble experience in him so he knew the required techniques for singing.

[@yojimboeastwood5602]

Keys too

[@Thats_Unfortunate]

love the way steve crafts this performance, pure emotion sprinkled throughout

[@asianfireflie]

Yep

[@groundedgameplayx]

They are so locked in here. Everyone sounds perfect. Neil Schon's guitar playing is amazing

[@karinro1646]

Amo la introducción de esta canción, Dios!!..Yo no soy de esa época, pertenezco a las nuevas generaciones y es imposible hoy en día encontrar bandas que suenen tan bien en vivo y por sobre todo, con un vocalista con tremendo vozarrón como Steve Perry ..

[@demolinadM]

He has such a unique voice and such talent at singing.

[@carolray9156]

He's voice is absolutely FANTASTIC and he makes it look so easy!! I never tire of listening to him !!!!💯💪

[@mjg.659]

Let’s go

[@6182gianluca]

One of the greatest rock song of all time!!!

[@sris.5699]

What a clear and strong voice!