LINDA RONSTADT - BLUE BAYOU Reaction *First Time Hearing*

[@williamcabell142]

The voice, and look of an Angel...every young man back in the day was in love with her (me included😂). She is a generational talent, one of the giants! 😎👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 little fact: the Eagles were once her back up band before they struck out on their own!

[@j20tower]

Linda Is a legend with one of the purest voices. So many hit songs over the years. Hard to believe she’s about 74 now. If you want to hear more try “Your No Good” thx

[@everettewell6167]

Could sing anything from any genre!!!

[@seanhenman1078]

"Blue Bayou" was originally recorded by Roy Orbison on his legendary 1963 album In Dreams. While it only scored as high as #29 in the US (despite scoring #1 in Ireland and #10 in Norway), Linda Ronstadt took it to far greater fame as her only gold-selling single and her signature song. Linda Ronstadt has been called "the most successful and certainly the most durable and most gifted woman rock singer of her era" in Andrew Greeley's book God in Popular Culture. More images Linda Ronstadt - Blue Bayou Label: Asylum Records - E-45089 Series: Spun Gold Format: Vinyl, 7", Single, 45 RPM, Reissue Country: US Released: 1978 Genre: Rock Style: Country Rock, Soft Rock

[@ROG958]

One of the top voices ever.

[@musicairplanes4884]

One of the greatest voices of my generation. She can sing anything and sound fantastic!!!

[@wgdavis5353]

Ms. Linda is Great.. I want a Cozy III or IV.. ☺ ♠W.G.

[@PochoNews]

She was wonderful. My Mother, RIP, was a huge fan and we used to sing her songs while cleaning the house in the 70's and 80's. She reminds me of mom

[@dennishuxley747]

Linda was known among recording engineers as “One Take Linda”. She had perfect pitch and was so skilled as a singer that she didn’t need lots of vocal tracks.

[@kenhorlor5674]

"There are two kinds of men in this world, those who have a crush on Linda Ronstadt and those who have never heard of her" - Willie Nelson.

[@scottcrosby-art5490]

The greatest female voice of all time for me

[@c.henderson2663]

The lovely Linda no one can touch her, she was one of the top female artists of the 70's and 80's, she did this live, no auto tune artists don't perform like this anymore. She was a pure musical genius who explored multiple musical genres and was a smashing success in all of them!

[@TheGuerillapatriot]

Her Mexican album, Canciones de Mid Padre, will surprise you. Rock, country, Mexican folk music and she was great all of it.

[@david.j9.rabbithole808]

Great album.

[@mikefinity7129]

Billy Crystal bringing her out to sing at the Grammys in 1989: "everything she does is a classic" Yeah that's what I'm talkin about ❤

[@Tribblepuppy]

Linda is a wonderful vocalist with a great range. She does a lot of songs in Spanish and they are amazing. Her voice is beautiful, and so is she. ✌️😎

[@tomrobertson8362]

Great reaction. Linda is one of my favorites. She’s now 74. Tragically she suffers from Parkinson’s disease and can no longer sing.

[@joshualaird5303]

Is it Parkinson's or MS? Either way a sad ending for such a talented lady

[@bernard48]

That's so sad, she was one of the greats,,

[@wnsafford1854]

Linda has Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP), which has symptoms similar to other neurodegenerative diseases (like Parkinson's).

[@kens97sto171]

@@wnsafford1854 This is true.. And unfortunately there's no cure and it doesn't respond to the treatments for Parkinson's very well and unfortunately people that suffer from it have a shorter lifespan then parkinson's.. Really really sucks.

[@threeicys]

@@bernard48 IS one of the greats

[@daveebert1925]

I never thought anything could improve the beauty of that song until I watched you Dimash, listen to it! I can see the same honesty and emotion that Linda has in in you... God Bless

[@iche50]

It's such a beautiful song.....!

[@skyewilliams2247]

RONSTADT sigh. Rocking or crooning - gorgeous, natural pipes.

[@tomtomlinson2835]

Carole King; I Feel the Earth Move or pretty much anything from Tapestry really, amazing album from a woman who'd spent her life writing songs for other people. More recent; Radiohead, Muse, Pearl Jam or Stone Temple Pilots. The Pixies are really cool too, Where is my Mind or This Monkey. Nirvana are awesome, or Foo Fighters or The Queen's of the Stone Age. There's so much music I'd love to share with you, I'll just shut up, and let you be you, I won't even mention Ode to Joy from Beethoven's Ninth Symphony. Being quiet now, in the corner, like a good boy.

[@jamezkpal2361]

She was such a gifted vocalist that she was sought after to perform in various genres, even opera (Pirates of Penzance).

[@goldenruletv7301]

I just love Linda Ronstadt....I listened to her every day as a little tike...and Ann Wilson.

[@gallegaeyes]

She was a big, big star. She did some wonderful collaborations with Dolly Parton and Emmy Lou Harris and with Aaron Neville (of the Neville Brothers, also an outstanding group of singers).

[@jzander2966]

Linda was the only female rock star in the 70s that could sell out a stadium.

[@davidpost428]

yes she is a great vocalist and she rocks !

[@fpanpurrzachariah6290]

Saw her in 1974, opened for Neil Young.Beautiful girl and voice...

[@msmith5121]

One of the top five female vocalist of the twentieth century.

[@debbiechang5781]

You have discovered the most beautiful voice on the planet. Hers is the voice of an angel!! She has a huge catalogue in multiple genres. Please explore more of her music. Good luck with your channel.

[@danielmesery2904]

She has many beautiful songs throughout the years..... Different Drum L. R. 🌷

[@garronpresswood694]

Love your reaction!! A great singer

[@Darryl_Frost]

Two beautiful ladies, one singing and one reacting, thankyou, both of you.

[@TheMike_I]

❤️ Linda

[@jetsontheair]

One of the greatest female singers of all time

[@flinx1241]

A song and a singer that my dad really liked. Brings back memories...

[@frankensteinlives5451]

Great song. Incredible voice. Strong. Clear. And such control. Whether singing softly or full throttle.

[@JD_Cool]

Ronstadt's duet with Paul Simon on "Under African Skies" is stellar.

[@mrbear1302]

And this is live!

[@GB-ez6ge]

My first moment in Africa was when my friend's father, a high ranking Naval Officer, met me at the Lagos airport gate dressed in the finest Nigerian gown I have ever seen. Well known and revered, he led me to the front of the customs and immigration lines. We were out of there in a few minutes. Not yet knowing Nigerian custom, this oyeebo politely declined his offer to stay in his home. He took me to a hotel. After a quick shower, I went outside and took a taxi to Fela Shrine. I saw, perhaps, the best performance I have ever seen. The next day, I hit the road and took a bus to Benin City for a couple days, then Warri for a few more days. Next came the first city I really loved, Port Harcourt - tranquil and vibrant - I stayed there over a week. There are many things to love about Nigeria (Lagos is not one :) ) - the people, the food, the culture. One of my favorite things is the music. So, Oba Joy-Jean, I have listened to many of your first reactions to mostly American and UK music. Perhaps, you could kindly share some wonderful Nigerian music for your audience to react to. If you do, you will become my first subscription! For the first time, this year, Fela has been nominated to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. One of his great masterpieces might be particularly suitable.

[@mariorojas8424-r8v]

Thanks for doing this reaction, what a beautiful song, what a beautiful voice, i hope you react to more of this lovely lady.

[@carlossanchez6733]

Could not "like" this reaction more. Audibly gasped when I saw the title. One of my fav songs from my fav reactor, thank you.

[@dougyacker243]

Essential Linda Ronstadt - Long Long Time (Live)

[@timothycook2917]

You should react to her "Different Drum" (Stone Poneys) recording

[@kevinashley879]

I love that song . Thank you.

[@kevinashley879]

She has also been exploring her Spanish heritage in music

[@thekingcobra63]

Back in the day we ALL had a crush on Linda. I know they sold millions of her posters!

[@paulflores1144]

Someone once said, " The men who don't have a crush on Linda Ronstadt are men who've never seen her".

[@Rob394401]

Linda was here in Tucson, AZ her hometown about a month ago. I missed her!

[@michaels3067]

What a nice reaction video👍👍

[@erict956]

This lady could sing it all pop, rock, country and the American Classics. Two members of her backing band went on to become The Eagles and her singing with Dolly Parton and Emmylou Harris on the album Trio is the stuff of legends as they gave new life to blue grass. He vocal range is just amazing and she was definitely a singers singer.

[@tomaroni6670]

Hey E Thorn.....technically the Eagles were never her backup band....my understanding is 2 guys were looking to put a band together and after jamming with her band she suggested those 2 and 2 from her band that really clicked should play together and when they agreed she let the 2 from her band go......They became the Eagles....Thx

[@tomaroni6670]

Linda Ronstadt was a very good singer/songwriter.....but she was also very smart in the music industry and shared her knowledge throughout her circle of friends as a selfless supporter and fan of ALL music....Willie, Waylon, Johnny Cash just to name a few.......Once on tour she ran into a couple of musicians that were looking to put a band together so her and her band spent the afternoon jamming......at the end of the day she suggested 2 members of her own band join with the other two to start a band because they really played well together.....Those 4 musicians introduced to each other by Linda became The Eagles......and NOW....you know the rest of the story including how selfless Linda was to music.....

[@rullmourn1142]

When she sings, you can tell that it comes from a real place that she has been.

[@johndavidson5228]

I love Linda's voice and your reaction.

[@DashCamAdventures4U]

My grandmother on my mom's side favorite song. She had that song played during her funeral. I use to hear her playing that song in her home many times when I was a kid!

[@ridgemanron]

She was a special class of singer. Also, her kindness helped The Eagles when they were starting out and Don Henley says the people will never know how much she helped his group. I remember when she was with 'The Stone Ponies' and that goes back, before the year of the flood !

[@crsounddoctor4937]

Hi Empress Joy-Jean, What a wonderful reaction to such an iconic artist...Linda Ronstadt always sung her heart out especially when she performed "Blue Bayou!!!"

[@SteveInTheOC]

Great reaction Empress. 👍 your a Queen and have a lovely accent. 👑🙇‍♂️

[@ehaqqqqt4qeio6nzz4gff]

Hello!!! Thanks for your reaction!!!

[@EMPRESSJOYJEAN]

😊😊

[@276parpir]

MUY LINDA!!!!!!!

[@db2157]

I love the eyes lighting up!!!

[@justincowan7486]

Excellent reaction! First off, you look beautiful as ever and that wink at the beginning gave me butterflies. This song is a classic. Her voice is really impressive. It's honestly a song I've heard many times but never realized who sang it. Really great recommendation though. Don't know if you have reacted to the artist Shawn James, but I think you would do a great reaction to his music.

[@pamagnolia]

That was simply beautiful! Thanks Empress!! 😊💐

[@neilaslayer]

My sailboat is named Blue Bayou after Linda's rendition. It was written and originally sang by Roy Orbison. But it is Linda's song.

[@golddust79]

Empress so pretty

[@robb9395]

She had a magnificent voice, and a deep understanding of classic songs

[@Kagawongdog1]

5 platinum records, some of those multi platinum. First artist to have songs in 3 different music charts at the same time.

[@mikemaricle9941]

6 total, 5 of them in a row.

[@fjmugwump]

Empress Joy-Jean is just So Precious 🥰😍❤️

[@EMPRESSJOYJEAN]

🥰🥰

[@roberormonde]

I'm captivated thanks lord

[@drewkinninmont]

So good!!!

[@dennismccarty9459]

Even older, it was written in 1961 by Roy Orbison. Linda Ronstadt’s recording is the most famous. Listen to Linda sing “Different Drum” when she was the vocalist for The Stone Ponyes, her talent was obvious even then.

[@jameslam1759]

You should check out her beautiful renditions of traditional Mexican songs. She can really belt it out in English and Spanish.

[@SatansSimgma]

One of my all time greatest. Try her with Dolly Parton and Emma Lou Harris on the Trio album. Americana music at its best.

[@markmurphy558]

Linda is and always been the love of my life. Wwe just haven't met yet. If you want to hear her email, try "When will I be loved" or "You're No Good". For her take on Motown, "Tracks of my Tears", or "Heatwave"

[@sinboy26]

Awesome reaction

[@isaacfrost3928]

Love Linda. Please check out some of her other music. Don't matter what its all good.

[@beno7238]

i think you would love 'Different Drum' from when Linda was singing with the Stone Poneys, her voice is amazing, Carol King and Roberta Flack are fantastic as well.

[@russ4862]

Amazing song and voice! And you gave an amazing reaction as well. Here's to your next one! 🙏🙂❤️

[@fionnmaccumhaill3257]

Please do more Linda Ronstadt reactions.

[@markmark2080]

Good stuff, saw her live in the early 70's

[@ciceriuspanderius]

I knew you would enjoy this.

[@roberormonde]

Linda's big time

[@moneyinvestingwithvandi7727]

Great voice

[@EMPRESSJOYJEAN]

Hey Sis 😍

[@moneyinvestingwithvandi7727]

@@EMPRESSJOYJEAN happy new year 😍😍

[@Tweel_Weight_Plate]

Hi

[@moneyinvestingwithvandi7727]

@@Tweel_Weight_Plate Hi Bonjour

[@gsadventures678]

I want to go to the red Bayou, with you Empress!

[@jutwilton7363]

Linda ronstadt "your no good" live . Linda Ronstadt and Aaron Neville "I dont know much" live version x

[@rollomaughfling380]

Yeah there a double video from the same concert with her doing the Rolling Stones' Tumblin' Dice and then You're No Good back to back that would be great for a double reaction. The band (members of The Section) are especially on fire. That concert happened when I was 10 years old, about 20 minutes from where I lived, and I wish someone would have taken me.

[@Icurious14u]

She is one of my favorite women singers along with Stevie Nicks...Always sang cool music that even a guy could respect.

[@stanleynykaza9042]

Check out Linda Ronstadt, HEATWAVE.. and Tumbling Dice Live Atlanta 1977.. also Tracks OF my tears, AND different drummer,

[@itmesweepy7699]

love your shirt! And beautiful color on you!

[@jpovalle72]

She is awesome singing perfect spanish The Cicada ( Mexican song) you will be in shock !!!

[@Swampzoid]

Poor Linda has now lost her voice to Parkinson's decease. But, her immense talent will live on forever in her recordings.

[@thrummer1953]

The original version of this song was written and performed by Roy Orbison. You might want to check that version out.

[@richtensail]

linda got great pipes n such a cute mexican grl.

[@THEPATRIOT1000]

Try her songs When Will I be Loved...You're no Good.. .I Will Always Love You

[@y.y.alvarez347]

So, this my second video I watched of you... the first being Tom Jones - I'll Never Fall In Love Again. Your attention to detail in music has captured my interest in your reactions. I am subscribing... thank you, fellow music lover!

[@EMPRESSJOYJEAN]

🖤🖤🖤

[@philipcochran1972]

Try Linda singing 'poor wandering one' from the comic opera 'the pirates of Penzance'. Also 'the tracks of my tears'

[@richardbarrow4620]

Gifted

[@AWKnuden]

You said, that you like a good vokal. Then I would surgest that you listen to the Norwegian singer "Sissel - You raise me up”. The best voice ever.

[@wgdavis5353]

Ms. Linda has a Great voice.. Check out "Long Long Time"; "Don't Know Much"; "Somewhere Out There".. I like her cover of "My Funny Valentine", almost as good as Chaka Khan ☺.. Ms. Linda sang with the Eagles Band for a while, "Desperado".. ♠W.G.

[@martinfarquhar583]

She's got my tick along with Carol Carpenter ,just magi

[@1ANRS]

Please react to the Roy Orbison version of this. He is one of the greatest singers of all time. If you like great vocals, you'll love him. Try Pretty Woman, Crying, Running Scared and so many others too.

[@rranger1014]

SUPERB

[@richtensail]

eagles wre her early backing band. she was on johnny cashes tv show whn 16 n did a duet. his wife was weary haha.

[@fontainefitness5698]

Next check out Elvis live in Hawaii doing glory glory hallelujah

[@spll3906]

Love your post still need to check out Kansas Dust in the wind great lyrics

[@megarouge61]

Good vocals for sure, try Roy Orbison "In Dreams" from the black and white night concert

[@winslow551]

Now listen to her versions of Tumbling Dice and Desperado. She was the most popular female rock star of the 70's.

[@ronnie237]

She could sing the phone book and it would sound great.

[@pemirkovich9]

Was that Glenn Fry singing back up? At one point her band was composed of the core members of what later became the supper group "the Eagles"

[@hacksaw5918]

If it was released in 77 I doubt it