Journey - Open Arms (Escape Tour 1981: Live In Houston) | First Time Reaction

[@patd4317]

Yessss Journey. Steve Perry’s voice is like liquid Gold 🤩

[@cjturner370]

Facts!!!

[@giselamesquita5124]

One of the greatest voices ever ... Steve perry's voice is from another level!

[@corazonyee7717]

Bon Jovi said he s d Voice.. Brian May said he s one n a million voice.. Randy Jackson said he s d golden voice.. Kenny loggins said he was blown away when he heard Perry performed live❣️

[@carolyngregory9092]

And this was live!!!!

[@jimbojumbo5805]

I was at this very concert when I was 13 years old...what a great night that was! And, you can't imagine how huge this song was at the time. "Open Arms" was played at every Jr. High and High School dance across the country that year. The decade of the 80's was a great time to be a teenager!

[@SallySharp-w9u]

I'm the most jealous of every thing ever

[@shonnamay8331]

He's not called The Voice for nothing ♥️♥️♥️ How his voice moves me 💕

[@alicejohnson9382]

Doesn't matter how many times I hear this song.... especially this live version...I still get chills. Definitely touches the very soul. As a group the song is well rounded... but the magic is the very heart and soul of Steve's vocal performance and energy... I love the way it captured you, Hap....priceless. ha 😎✌❤🤘

[@stan4800]

One of the greatest Rock Vocalists of all times, and probably The Cleanest Rock Vocalist of all times

[@andreascala2663]

one of the greatest singers of all times (regardless of genre) and in my opinion the best ballads singer ever

[@janiemarshall7928]

Oh, and "lovin, touchin, squeezin ", by Journey

[@K9WATCHER]

To be able to do that so effortless, concert after concert....IS incredible!!!! That's why we LOVE STEVE PERRY & JOURNEY!!!!😉👍❤️

[@theordinarydude2104]

This has been one of my favorite songs for more than forty years, and it still draws me in.

[@nancyhawkes3531]

My all time favorite

[@davidmalebranche8522]

Greatest rock vocalist ever.

[@dbsti3006]

This was live. That's what's crazy. Most bands do it in a studio after many takes, but never replicate everything at first try when live. Perry nailed it on stage just as on album. Doesn't happen very often.

[@joymaxs2874]

My first time hearing this song and i absolutely loved it !!! Thanks for your wonderful reaction Hap ❤

[@monalisaganser5813]

One of my favorite Journey! Music taps into our hearts and mind ! Not to discount art, music is art artist! In your words I'm off on a tangent ! Love your channel! MUSIC unites us universally 😀🎶!

[@HAP3SPEAKZ]

Appreciate you loving the channel too 💜💜

[@cindyjohnson6303]

Such a beautiful song. Steve Perry’s voice is just amazing.

[@jeannetaylor4848]

This is also one of my favs gives me chills everytime I hear it ! Steve's voice is iconic!!!!!!!

[@sumerfluffy]

A Timeless song it is! Love is in the air! Blissful endeavors 💕 The reaction to this song was on point! 💕💕

[@HAP3SPEAKZ]

Appreciate that 🎵🎵

[@karenparsons7788]

Love this song ❤️❤️❤️❤️ Hap 😊👍🏻👍🏻😁❤️

[@patriciatolliver4057]

Patty-I think you might like one pf his solo songs called missing you. That one almost the listener in tears.

[@darrenmiller6927]

That song was out my junior year in high school. What a voice. Great band, amazing singer.

[@lisac7965]

What a great tune!! This is my favorite journey song💯🎙️🎼🎶🎸👍

[@danajohnson1189]

Yes! My favorite journey song!

[@tamerarudy6334]

Thank you for the reaction Hap! Love Journey and appreciate all your reactions to their music. Your honest thoughts on the lyrics and band are great! Keep them coming.

[@HAP3SPEAKZ]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@berdy5064]

A fav of mine by Journey and a wonderful reaction by you Hap! If you want another great live Journey performance try "Still They Ride" from Tokyo, Japan 1983.

[@MidwestLife87]

I saw Journey live in April 1983 … & I swore Steve Perry looked at me directly one time during the concert , lol 😂 … probably was my teenager self wishing that … I have a Forever Crush 💗 on Steve Perry , lol 💗💗

[@kathiyow6801]

Love journey

[@elizabethstops1574]

Sreve Perry's family is from the Azores, islands off of Portugal. those islands are fairly close to North Africa( Tunisia). Probably they have influences from there you can hear in his voice.

[@nancywyatt821]

They have a vocal style there called Fado, kind of operatic folk music that tells a story. He blended it with R&B and Soul and came up with something unique.

[@victorialw1]

Steve is also a drummer, so what you noticed with his stride isn't too unusual. He was originally a drummer/singer in his younger days. Journey management, at one time, talked about setting up two sets of drums on stage. That never happened.

[@livetoyourfullest7207]

Steve Perry also plays bass guitar.

[@victorialw1]

@@livetoyourfullest7207 Yep! That is true. I was just explaining his stride in pace with the drums that was mentioned though.

[@brandimodrak461]

I love Steve Perry he has always been been nice to me we have mutual friends and I have met him a few times he is a humble guy and he gives to charity's, but he doesn't put his name on them he is a great Father and he loves to cook,and his favorite food to make is Italian and Brazilian cuisine he was born in Hanford California about 35 miles from me ,but his Mother and Father are from Brazil ,and he has a small house there, and LA, Hanford, Lemoore about 10 minutes from Hanford California, and San Francisco. Not every big house's and he only buys a car when they start to break down. He really watches his money. He has never been married, and has 5 children. He also has a solo career and the his newest album is album is about Kelly who passed away to cancer ,and his last album was detected to her in 2017th I didn't think she had any kids. She was a Therapist, and Steve took very good care of her till her death. I'm not sure, but I think she had Cancer of the Brain. It's amazing to me that in his 70's he can still sing and write music. Love you Steve. XOXO Brandi Modrak XOXO means hugs and Kisses to you and your family.

[@vjfeefeecat586]

Lol you don't know him at all ... his parents were Portuguese from the Azores Islands and he has one child and two grandsons ...when you claim to know someone at least get the easily researchable facts right

[@gingers.5933]

Yes!!, I'm sure Steve Perry did a lot of men many favors. That was a great comment. LOL ;)

[@pegajense]

Walks like a lady Osaka live is really good too

[@davislsherry]

Would love to see you react to music videos from Steve Perry's 2018 album "Traces." Check out "No Erasin" and "We're Still Here."

[@wendyhowe2178]

Steve Perry is truly amazing! I’m 100% a diehard Journey fan. I have loved this band for 40 years. No one compares or comes even remotely close to Steve’s range and vocal abilities. Pure perfection. I never...NEVER get tired of their timeless music. Thank you for such a heartfelt reaction Hap...we feel the same way.

[@donellefeltham]

He is a Drummer so he meshes very well with the Drums. Nobody does a better love song than Steve, he puts his heart and soul into every song he sings and this song just shows you why he is the Voice.🎼❤️🇦🇺❤️🇬🇧🕺🏻💃🎸☘️

[@nuschlerclark895]

Best reaction video regarding Steve Perry I’ve ever seen! Thanks mate!

[@denikennedy6675]

An absolutely beautiful song, sung by yes, the heart and soul man himself STEVE PERRY! this is the song that could convey it all to someone! that is in one's heart and soul. very deep and emotional! Thanks Hap that was a extremely heart-felt awesome reaction!! 💜💜💜🎶🎵

[@HAP3SPEAKZ]

Appreciate that 🔥🔥🔥

[@lcbcreative]

His voice is truly timeless. He makes it seem so easy. Their songs are timeless also! I think every wedding I've ever attended has had Journey songs on the DJ's playlist. Thank you HAP. Great reaction.

[@brendagrothier967]

Steve Perry is an amazing rock vocalist.

[@andreascala2663]

Steve is one of the best singers ever

[@peevee605]

It’s effortless, it’s emotional and it’s no AutoTune. It’s Steve Perry and he knocks it out of the park every time.

[@marshabailey772]

Telling a story with his voice is Steve Perry's special gift.

[@trudywolfe2795]

That was a great reaction. You captured what we all think about Steve Perry. Thank you. Beautiful song . I still love you Steve Perry.

[@jillmcilwain2633]

What an amazing reaction Hap.💕🎶 This was played at my wedding and again at my husband's funeral, and a thousand times in between.. yes, it was "our song". One of the greatest love songs ever. Yesterday was his birthday and seemed a fitting tribute.❤ To me, this is Journey at their best. The official lyric version is actually better, due to some additional vocal inflections. It absolutely gives me chills every time I hear it. No one can sing this song, like Steve Perry. He is incomparable. Peace J ✌ ☮

[@jillmcilwain2633]

@HAP3SPEAKZ. The catalogue is still very deep and deserves more exploration. While I am a fan of the popular "Don't Stop Believin", some of their other tracks are deserving of attention...when time permits, such as "Stay Awhile" and "Be Good to Yourself" Thanks Hap 🎶

[@HAP3SPEAKZ]

I had no idea it was his birthday when the video dropped. What a coincidence. A very deep and meaningful song I think we all agree on. I certainly will ascertain to do more Journey reactions in the future. Thank you.

[@jillmcilwain2633]

@hap3speakz Be Good To Yourself would be a great follow-up to Open Arms kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4G9qZuFqbRjZ8k

[@janipooh4290]

Hard to believe in 1982 this song only reached #2 on the US Billboard hot 100 and stayed there for six weeks...The 2 songs that prevented it from reaching number 1 were Centerfold by J. Geils band and I Love Rock and Roll by Joan Jett. VH1 placed it at #1 on their 25 greatest power ballads list. The reason why I am a die hard fan and why so many others are is because we grew up listening to them and have special memories. Plus, without a doubt one of the greatest vocals I've ever heard...

[@jamesgatlin4162]

It’s even harder to believe that don’t stop believin didn’t do well at all on top 40. It’s bigger today than back when it came out

[@mmay2669]

Steve biggest influence was Sam Cooke and Motown. Please check out earlier live performances from Osaka Japan concert in 1980, Walks Like Lady, Lights, Stay Awhile, Dixie Highway, Lovin Touchin Squeezin, I'm Cryin, Line of Fire, Too Late.. Steve can rock. It's not just ballads.

[@montrelouisebohon-harris7023]

Loving touching squeezing yes yes an awesome song or another awesome song by Journey. Send her my love open arms loving touching squeezing and separate ways Worlds Apart are my favorites if I really had to count them. Separate ways is lyrically beautiful but the band and musicianship is INCREDIBLE! If the musical instrumental part alone doesn't grab somebody the lyrics definitely do it

[@debra7105]

Absolutely flawless.

[@Terri6868]

In my opinion it’s one of there best. It’s amazing how many great bands & solo artists there were in the 70’s & 80’s. 🔥

[@richardgraves958]

A great way to cross from words to hearts, it really opens mine. Great feeling Hap….👍

[@tammyf.7864]

"Send Her My Love" is your favorite? What about "When You Love a Woman"? That one had you in tears, but still not your favorite? Just joking with ya! I just love that you are finally understanding the magnitude of this group! Anyway, if you watch other Journey videos, you'll find that Steve keeps time with the drums quite often. That's because he's also a drummer. He played drums in high school, and in a couple of other groups he was in before joining Journey. So he's still a drummer at heart.

[@cricketpitts3744]

Love Steve's voice 😍❤

[@heyjude1920]

I saw them live with Steve Perry. Phenomenal!

[@tonihagan8438]

May I suggest reacting to loving, touching squeezing

[@Sparkly-Unicorn]

Great reaction HAP!! Yes, this is one of the most popular love songs out there and I personally know at least 4 couples who consider it “their song”. Imagine how many couples in just the US have this amazing song as “their song.” This is very popular during the wedding dances too. Steve Perry is just an amazing artist with such a pure vocal talent. 🌻🌻 Please react to “Don’t Stop Believing”!!! Another amazing Journey song!!!

[@denikennedy6675]

NOW THAT YOU MENTION IT PHOEBE, DON'T STOP BELIEVING IS A FANTASTIC SONG FOR A REACTION, HAP!! I THINK YOU WOULD LIKE IT!

[@HAP3SPEAKZ]

Appreciate that. 👍🏽 Don't Stop Believing is one of their big songs ... so in time I shall. Thanks all.

[@robertaclark3286]

I love Journey., especially Steve Perry. I love this song!. Thank you HAP3SPE.

[@lexymich3647]

Totally agree with you. I was thinking when you said you only really liked one of their songs...has he heard open arms bc that is a song I feel when someone says journey this song is what I immediately think of. I'm not sure if you had this in the UK but we used to be able to dedicate songs to people on our local radio stations. This one was dedicated a whole lot.

[@HAP3SPEAKZ]

Yes some stations would allow that. I think they still do.

[@montrelouisebohon-harris7023]

I was surprised when he said he only likes about two songs from Journey! What? Queen is my favorite band overall and definitely my favorite British band.. journey is one of my favorite American bands.. I'm trying to think there are others I like it as well.. as far as bands, I like Linkin Park and their lyrics are pretty awesome. Heartbreaking what happened to Chester and the suicide and all. It happens with anyone and even famous people are not immune from anxiety & severe depression. I just flipped out when he said there were only two journeysongs he really really likes "send her my love" and I guessing this one and maybe another one now... Fleetwood Mac is my favorite American British band Duo.. damn they're awesome

[@daizeofgrace]

My understanding about Steve is when he loved he did so with his whole heart so when he sang love songs it was genuine.

[@johnmedrano9922]

Please Brother Listen To Something To Hide, Winds Of March, Daydream

[@johnmedrano9922]

Patiently, City Of The Angle, Still they Ride, Lay It Diwn, All These Songs Are With Steve Perry At Is Best

[@janiemarshall7928]

Please react to "Foolish heart ", by Steve Perry. "Foolish heart " was one of Steve Perry's most popular songs during his solo career 🌼

[@cricketpitts3744]

My sister got married in the 90s she put my in charge of the music for her to walk down the isle!! So she walk down the isle to this song!!!!

[@Sawdoff2]

Take a listen to Walk Like A Lady live from Osaka. I love the way Steve kinda mocks Neil's guitar in this live performance. They were having fun. It is early Journey, Gregg Rolli is still in the band.

[@suzannestivason2933]

MY Favorite love song ever OPEN ARMS

[@denikennedy6675]

Great choice , Jill! 🌷

[@jillmcilwain2633]

Thanks Deni! It holds great meaning for me💕

[@missd9785]

Cor blimey! That was gorgeous!!! Thank you! I think u may be on ur way (dare I say journeying) to being a die hard Journey fan after all. I grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area so LIGHTS by Journey is a big favorite. Please react to LIGHTS. also... LOVIN TOUCHIN SQUEEZIN WHO'S CRYING NOW

[@brandothecatmeow]

This song...Steve's voice...nothing on the planet can ever match his voice.

[@debigiroux1811]

My favorite singer, simply a gift!

[@Jihavoh777]

He was a drummer. So of course he feels the rhythm

[@HAP3SPEAKZ]

Perry was the drummer once before?

[@Jihavoh777]

@@HAP3SPEAKZ I don’t think he ever played drums in any professional bands. He always focused on his singing, but yeah, he’s a drummer and he knows what he wants as a drummer. After the Infinity album (the first Journey album he was on) he wanted the drummer fired because Ansley Dunbar was more of a jazz/fusion drummer and wanted to push the song, but Perry wanted a more groove drummer who laid back a bit more. That’s when they hired Steve Smith. He also plays bass when he writes.

[@marniethedyslexic6445]

Great Reaction HAP. I agree with you this is a perfect love song if you just want to tell somebody how much you love them. My husband and I we’re in a long distance relationship when we first got together for about a year and a half. When I would hear this song during that time I would miss him so much it was almost unbearable. Although I think it made for a stronger relationship in the long run we’re still together after 30 years. Thanks for bringing back that memory.😀👍❤️✌️🌼

[@HAP3SPEAKZ]

Thanks for sharing that. A long distance relationship can be hard but as you know music acts as the means for connection. When we allow it.

[@LadyGator1983]

I am so blessed to have grown up listening to Steve Perry with Journey!!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@reneeheknowsmyname6771]

That's my Classic Journey!!!! My brother was at this concert, just in case I didn't tell you already!!...lol...

[@carolnewsome554]

Please review Who's Cryin Now from this same concert. Steve is a drummer. Notice he always goes to the drum kit to start a song. Drums are his happy place. If he could have run all over the stage and drum at the same time, he would have been one happy man😄

[@sassy59750]

You've only scratched the surface, my friend.

[@snjezanasiklic8934]

A grand, magnificent, completely sincere declaration of love! To be honest, I am not a fan, most of their songs (that I've heard on your channel) were just vaguely familiar to me and still not as memorable afterwords but this one.. If I had to choose, this would be my favorite Journey song! Thank you for providing and sharing the first time listen experience for this one!

[@lindabergman3127]

Steve Perry's voice is a treasure 😁love journey and been to 3 of their concerts 😍sounds just like the Radio👏👏👏

[@billallen1307]

Heavy Metal midnight showing. Girl walks in and disrobes. Guy in the back yells "Sure doll!". What would life be without music and memories?

[@cricketpitts3744]

Steve perry is 72 now and still has that beautiful voice!! 😍

[@velvetangeldevangelist2722]

I love it when he does that to me! Thats my baby,STEVE(THE VOICE)PERRY!Do it again?!!SING,sing,sing...! STEVIES GIRL, VELVET💖💋👏

[@brianshepherd9740]

#HAP3SPEAKZ, thank you so much for reacting to this song! Liked and subscribed.

[@HAP3SPEAKZ]

Thanks 👍🏽

[@terrilabeth7366]

This was my high school years. I don’t remember the guys being aware enough to put “Open Arms” on cassette player in the car? I think they had other things on their mind but didn’t know how to get there via music? 😂 By 2nd year of college they had figured it out? Maybe they discussed it? ❤️

[@dianajennings7767]

That is perfection

[@proudarmymom8657]

This is mine and my husbands song it was our song when we dated back in high school! I met my husband almost 38 years ago in high school and in November we will be married 34 years and while we dated my husband used to play this in his car when we’d park! Both our wedding rings have an Open Arms inscription and this will always always always be my favorite song EVER not just from Journey but all songs!! No one and I mean NO ONE can sing this song like Steve Perry!!!!!!!!!! ❤️❤️

[@tanaforet8684]

Hey my Friend, I am loving watching you get into Journey and Steve Perry! Steve’s voice in my opinion is absolutely flawless. His soulful tenor style and crystal clear soaring vocals are amazing. Sam Cooke was one of his idols and you can tell by his style. His voice is one of the few that when you hear it, you KNOW it’s him. If you enjoyed this, you need to check out another power ballad called Why Can’t This Night Go On Forever. It’s from The Raised on Radio album. Another beautiful soulful love song by Steve Perry is Missing You. You should definitely check them out. You won’t be disappointed. Enjoy and keep them coming ♥️♥️♥️

[@nanner3200]

100% agree. There are very few bands/artists that I'm a huge fan of and will listen to most of their songs over and over. I like songs individually. Journey is a beautiful band and I do agree he deserves the title of "The voice" but there are only a handful of their songs I can say I would listen to often though. This is one of them. (and hey. It's almost 3 am. Are we getting into trouble? :) )

[@49er1619]

Told ya, wait till you hear Why Can't This Night Go On Forever. Listen to After the Fall too. Enjoy!!!!!!!!!

[@lauraautry6992]

Awesome great voice 🎶❤️ one of my many favorites

[@janicepowell2188]

Journey is my favorite group and open arms is my favorite song

[@lavarande5951]

Steeve Perry is just fabulous !! Hélène from France 🥰

[@brendahipsher273]

Absolutely fabulous!!!

[@korinalacount2664]

LOVE LOVE LOVE this song!!!!

[@peggiebradley7434]

This is known as the greatest love song ever! You said it!!!

[@tonianderson7341]

This is just the song that GETS me. It says everything with words I feel in my heart when I think of my life, my marriage and my family. He was magic on a stage and I miss him🔥 🙏😭

[@Elizabeth-yp8re]

Brilliant!❤️😎🇺🇲☮️😁

[@brendamartin4555]

Love this song and Steve Perry ❤️❤️❤️

[@Elizabeth-yp8re]

They were great in 1982 in California, as well. That's when I saw them live.😘😎Lights is good, as well. Also, Faithfully.

[@leslieduncan2405]

Truly BEAUTIFUL!!! Saw Journey twice... He Really is Fantastic!! Try a song called Faithfully It will BLOW Your Mind

[@edu456]

His voice is just absolutely beautiful.

[@keimahane]

Live! All that needs to be said.

[@jtoland2333]

This song always makes me cry..... Although Steve Perry is synonymous with Journey, the whole band line-up during this era are extremely accomplished. Guitarist Neil Schon started his career at FIFTEEN with Santana! Jon Cain was with The Babys, Ross Valory from Montrose, and Steve Smith is considered one of the most talented, versatile drummers of his time, able to play absolutely any genre. One of his biggest fans was none other than Rush's Neil Peart. Nuff said.

[@penyorfeas84]

The best voice I've ever heard.

[@barbaraburton8914]

Earlier today I listened to someone else sing this song. I stopped it 1/2 thru. It wasn't even close. There is Steve Perry and no one else with this beautiful song and you did it justice.

[@fabianaalba3268]

The journey Man legend perry forever The Golden voice The Big one oregenality absolutely amazing man The Best perry anymore promise ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@jayneharmon550]

I laughed out loud when you said, "blimey." So British.