Looking Glass - Brandy (You're A Fine Girl) | REACTION

[@ViewsFromThe502]

Just for the record, this was one was recorded before the One Hit Wonder Marathon! Thanks 🤙

[@jgsrhythm100]

Considering the View are seeing Marathon through - I suggest "Jackie Blue" by Ozark Mountain DareDevils Toodleydoo

[@leetroy3129]

Brandy is their only hit song that I know of. A one hit wonder. Ifyou like this song as much as I do, check out Ride Captain Ride by Blues Image. Another good one is Hold Your Head Up by Argent. ✌️❤️

[@rogervondrasek5677]

If you're doing one hit wonders from this time, I'd like to see a reaction to Troglodyte by the Jimmy Castor Bunch.

[@ShonnaSaunders]

Pop Muzik by M is a one-hit wonder of epic proportions.

[@spawn4582]

You waited so long that this entry might not have made it into the marathon.😂

[@paulmurphy8993]

The seventies was possibly the greatest decade in the history of recorded music. So much so that when this song came out it was just another Tuesday in 1972. Another beautiful, perfect Tuesday.

[@savageman2194]

Agreed

[@submandave1125]

Without a doubt, it was the pinnacle of pop radio. In the course of an hour you’d hear a gem like this, heavy rock, an instrumental, some soul and funk, something with a metropolitan country sound, bubblegum, Motown…

[@judysmith6563]

💯 Agree

[@frankiebowie6174]

@@submandave1125 It forced people to step outside of their musical bubbles. It was wonderful.

[@chriscornelius2518]

If you are truly objective, I think you have to give it to the 70s music. The intermix of so many types of music while keeping them ear friendly with wonderful melodies was a real accomplishment.

[@AllenDM]

"Brandy" and "Dancin' in the Moonlight" are linked in my mind as the epitome of great early 70s music. I think they came out the same year. They're like two bottles of fine, aged wine that should always be enjoyed together.

[@stevebrien1041]

Completely agree

[@stevecontini5386]

Definately !! The finest of 70s soft rock also baby comeback ! 😎✌

[@bobthebear1246]

Yup, and they are both primary examples of the Jersey Shore Sound!!!!

[@AllenDM]

@@stevecontini5386 It's funny how big the difference is between early-70s music and mid to late-70s music. For me, early 70s was Three Dog Night, Carpenters, Melanie, leftover 60s acts, and a whole lot of one-hit wonders. By the end of the decade, these acts were either totally forgotten or had fallen into disfavor (particularly Carpenters) while disco dominated and new wave was on the rise.

[@maryreilly5092]

I fully agree with you! One bottle of the best red wine and one bottle of the finest white wine!!

[@donneumann6546]

One of the finest songs of the 70's!

[@joes2514]

This is one of those songs that cannot be improved upon. It's perfection.

[@Twotontessie]

They're killing it. Every player, all the voices, the lyrics. Production. Kicks total ass.

[@rayeckert242]

Pure seventies gold. If you had your radio on , you were gonna hear “Brandy”. Clean sound, great lyrics, sweet brass. A tremendous hit that evokes cherished memories.

[@michellejones-zu1kq]

Gentlemen i wore my silver chain til it broke beyond repair. Yes he was a sailor and yes i love him still, no we could not be together. It was what it was. This is a bittersweet memory. Glad you liked the song.❤

[@donaldduck2139]

life goes on huh

[@captainskinnybutt]

You’re Brandy now!

[@michellejones-zu1kq]

It sure did feel like that at the time. But no my name is Michelle. But I wore a silver chain with a gold cross (not a locket) with his name on it till I wore it out, literally. He was in the navy, we were childhood sweethearts, but we couldn't be together. Loved each other but then once in the military, things happened.

[@lisalovemc717]

This song is pure perfection and the epitome of 70s smooth rock.

[@sourisvoleur4854]

To my ear the song that is closest to this is "Dancing in the Moonlight" by King Harvest. That early 70s sound. So good.

[@marcusjaybrode2129]

I hear you… they remind me of each other

[@Ms.Therisa]

Excellent music , excellent era. LOVE it.

[@MelissaPalmer-zy5nh]

Please remember that in the 70's there was no such thing as autotune. This was all pure talent.

[@lindazee]

Every element of this song and recording is sheer perfection. Takes me back to the carefree summer of 1972 at the beach ⛱️ ❤

[@TheCornishCockney]

The 70’s !! Us boomers were truly blessed.

[@sierraridgereaper]

I remember when this hit the radio. Really was one of the best songs of the 70's and hasnt really aged. Definitely shows that perfection is timeless... 😉

[@flubblert]

Great song. Never gets old. One hit but they knocked it out of the park.

[@oldmusclecars9419]

Simply stated, one of the best songs ever written. One of the songs that you never ever change the radio station when it comes on.

[@Ginny-t7y]

Sit in the car even if it's late for work, just to listen to it.

[@kikialdrich4574]

One of my faves!!! I was born 1970. And found it in my 30’s.

[@jerryward3311]

The definition of a one hit wonder. Back in the day this song was all over the radio.

[@donaldduck2139]

could hear it way over here in New Zealand it was that good

[@Ilikeryche]

@@donaldduck2139 🤣

[@Ilikeryche]

And it's still awesome. I know a one hit wonder I wish these guys would react to, It's called "Mama Let Him Play" by a band called "Doucette", the late Jerry Doucette on guitars and vocals. Absolutey has to be the studio version, never seen a good live version.

[@Danandrea919]

Thank y'all for the flashback memories of my childhood. 😁 I'm turning 60 this year, but in my mind I'm still that kid. 💓 Much Love!

[@theodoreritola7641]

Me 2 im 63 It was a blast being a teen in the 70s

[@brandyhawkins2043]

I was born in 72 and my mother named me Brandy after this song. It has been a blessing and a curse! I have always been amazed at how many people Love this song. I love it too but have been teased all my life for my name. Mostly negative things lol but that's ok because I'm a one hit wonder too! I'm glad yall did it. There is another Brandy by the OJs too. It's great. Love the reaction. Thanks yall

[@lisat9322]

You're no one hit wonder. I've always loved the name Brandy. It says you're a warm, spicey gal and that's just in your name. You should love your name and don't let people tease you. Some people are just miserable and have to make others miserable too...bless their little hearts lol. I was 10 years old when this came out. We kids lived at the skating rink every weekend, in the summertime and this is one of the songs they played for couples skating. I learned how to skate the Hialeah backwards to this song. Great memories.

[@richardnoggin1904]

Mmmm... That's the 'O-Jays'. OJ is a totally different kind of OJ.

[@sgt.blkdog3840]

Try being about 12, when little Willy (won’t go home) comes out, and your name is Will

[@markdicesare7936]

@@sgt.blkdog3840a great song Sweet is so underrated.

[@sgt.blkdog3840]

@@markdicesare7936 oh I dig it now. But back in the day? 😡

[@j.wesley4398]

I knew you guys would like it!!!! I remember singing this while it played on AM Radio and still remember EVERY SINGLE WORD.

[@CherylHughes-ts9jz]

When I was little this was on the radio all the time ☮️❤️☮️❤️☮️

[@williamjones6031]

BEST OHW on the planet EVER. I'm a retired Sailor so this is right down my alley. I've never seen or met anyone NOT enjoy this song.

[@teej-h7w]

True story . . . my mom really liked this song. Dad sent us to the local "Woolco" to buy the album for her. My younger bro and I did this. The album had the Looking Glass album cover, but some other band's album inside. Days later, we took the album back, and came home with the same wrong band inside the album cover.

[@carriekoehler1986]

This was my late husbands favorite song. He picked Brandi for our daughters name. She's 28 now and works at an ol' English bar in Ashland Oregon. She tells everyone that Brandy is her song.

[@theodoreritola7641]

WOOOW I live up in Seaside Oregon USA

[@yambo59]

One of my favorite songs of all times, I have the album still to this day. We were so sad it was just a one hit wonder, this song was SOOO good both musically and lyrically.

[@Ina-Lori-tm2zh]

I am sure everyone has a story...related to "Brandy" song !

[@Ginny-t7y]

Perfect one hit wonder. Will not disappoint!

[@leetroy3129]

I love that lyric My life, my love, and my lady is the sea. 🧜‍♀️

[@garytom1935]

Fire, awesome cool song yay, I remember hearing this song on the radio 📻 🔘 🎶🎵🎤🕺💃

[@markmontgomery5418]

Great song. Elliot Laurie, singer, went on to enormous success in the film industry scoring/writing music for countless TV shows and movies.

[@SWLinPHX]

Wait, they not only don't know that "Mandy" was Barry Manilow's breakout hit song but ALSO that it charted the same time as this song and it was a cover of a British song called "Brandy" but he renamed it "Mandy" not to be confused with this Looking Glass hit charting simultaneously.

[@penelopehornswaggle102]

"Your eyes could steal a sailor from the sea", thats a good line. Those are fire eyes😂.

[@GaryM-d6i]

I can still remember the record spinning but I can't remember how old I was. I remember being surprised how descriptive the song was and how unique it was. I grew up in Northern Alberta with not much to go on when I came to the area so this song painted a picture of what it was like to be there. I still consider it one of the most unique songs I've ever heard

[@no2all]

This song's success is why Barry Manilow had to rename his song, "Mandy."

[@rhondaserges5136]

Barry Manilow's song was about Melissa Manchester I do believe.. why it is named Mandy..

[@no2all]

@@rhondaserges5136 Actually, Manilow's "Mandy" was a cover by an earlier song named "Brandy." co-written and performed by a British act by the name of Scott English (hard to get more British than that) in 1971. Manilow decided to cover the song but due to the success of Looking Glass's completely different song in 1972, Manilow - at the advice of his label - changed the name to "Mandy." While Scott English hit only 91 on the US Billboard 100, Manilow hit number one in 1974. The English/Manilow song was covered a lot...by a lot of different acts.

[@rhondaserges5136]

@@no2all many teenage girls want to argue with you. Lol

[@no2all]

@@rhondaserges5136 Sorry. I will go hang my head in shame...😁

[@mariaportengen2959]

Great song, great memories! 🎶🎶 Great choice!

[@jenniferjohnson319]

One of my favorite songs.

[@janetf23]

This is an old favorite, of course it is, and I was smiling along with you two while you listened, but then I had to pause the vid to recover! Woah, I wasn't ready for the tears that literally gushed from my eyes at 4:52💧 My dad used to wear Old Spice back in the 50s & 60s and that whistle brought on a tsunami of emotions🌊 I miss him so much💙 I was hoping you'd get around to this one and I guess that release was just what I needed from all the sentimental buildup that was suddenly happening to me, yikes!!

[@traceycater]

Who couldn’t like this song!

[@brendamisenogle5447]

This song came out when I was young. When I was a bit older a teen my uncle tommy who passed away had nick names for all of us, my name is Brenda but he called me Brandy. This song of course makes me smile. I think of him Every time I hear it!!!!

[@maryreilly5092]

How cool! Cheers to Uncle Tommy!!

[@jimmysmith-xb7vm]

Hey guy’s im a Jersey native and yes there is a “jersey shore sound”. It’s worth it to check out Trapped Again by Southside Johnny and The Asbury Jukes. It has a nice horn section in it. Great reaction to Brandy👍

[@gerib4234]

Classic song! Very memorable, great story, great vocals and great groove. Y'all will love it❤

[@marcbenjamin9436]

Like “Drift Away,” one of the catchiest songs of the ‘70s.

[@micheleparker3780]

Have they done "Drift Away "?

[@theodoreritola7641]

AND THERE WHERE 10000000000S

[@maryreilly5092]

Oh, WOW! I nearly forgot that little nugget of happiness song from Doby Gray!!

[@MrCRayAnderson]

Great song, and used in Guardians of the Galaxy 2!

[@michaelyount3176]

Song writing and story telling doesn't get much better than this. And the horn arrangements....oh my. If they come to you and tell you - there's just gonna be one hit, you can't do much better than this.

[@philunderwood8553]

This was such a great period for story songs, there are tons from this period. One is Tanya Tucker's early hit "Lizzie and The Rainman", great drums on that song as well. A really cool oldie.

[@ChicagoDB]

I was very young when it came out…but it’s always been an old favorite 🙂👍🏻

[@sooutrageous007]

Looking Glass also hit the top 40 with "Jimmy Loves Maryanne."

[@DrummerDanVa]

They also recorded Jimmy Loves Mary-Anne which did chart up to 33 in the top 100. So close to a one hit wonder.

[@donbeckman884]

Their follow-up single "Jimmy Loves Mary-Anne" peaked at #33 for 2 weeks in Sept - Oct 1973.

[@MaxxRemKing1]

EVERYTIME I MEET A GIRL NAMED BRANDY I CANT RESIST... they usually roll their eyes 😆

[@DanielYoung-jl5st]

This song was in Guardians of the Galaxy 2, and was actually worked into the movie quite cleverly.

[@joelliebler5690]

This was a big hit and played on radio stations for decades and still so occasionally!

[@jdw5678]

This song went all the way to Billboard #1 for a week in 1972. The Looking Glass had a second minor hit, "Jimmy Loves Mary Anne," in 1973. It was a good song too, but barely broke the Top 40, and after that they were not heard from again.

[@alchemy-oi8xf]

I've loved this since it was first released, and it still stops me in my tracks when I hear it. Same with "Smoke From a Distant Fire". So glad both songs have found their way to the two of you (and, hopefully also Ty!).

[@claudiadavies5110]

Yes to Smoke from Distant Fire, gorgeous song too 😊

[@cherylwoodward]

This will be a favorite. It’s an oldie but a goodie!

[@theodoreritola7641]

WHO ELSE MISSIS THE FANTASIC 1970s Just me?

[@giniwalters8401]

I just now subscribed to this channel!!! I loved your reaction to "Brandy" one of my favorite songs!!!

[@landreaulover]

Candidate for the best one hit wonder of the 1970s. Song never gets old.

[@timtravasos2742]

Great story, vocals, composition, and production.

[@guinkoo]

This was in The King If Queens one night ‘Doug’ was singing this at a Kareoke Bar! It was hilarious!

[@anthonyfoster6737]

I seen a poll only through public voting ranking the top One Hit Wonders of all time, and "Brandy (You're a Fine Girl" topped out as the best, and i for one conquer!

[@debrayarbrough696]

I was 12 years old when this song was released. It is my all time favorite!! Such talent!! Perfection!! 😊❤

[@imavibe]

Great Fun! Great Tune! I think you will probably really like this one. Fire Fall - Strange Way ✌

[@ZitaZone]

I loved this song. It was easy listening and put you in a better mood👍👍

[@shellzmoe8966]

One of my childhood favorites, love a song that tells a story, and his voice is so different and distinctive. I'm expecting you guys to love this one!

[@reneeheknowsmyname6771]

I'm going to show my age, because I totally remember this song as a little girl!!! And it has always been my favorite song!

[@MelanieAF]

Another good one is Pat Travers’ “Boom Boom Out Go The Lights”-the live version from his album “Live! Go For What You Know” I remember listening to the King Biscuit Flower Hour” (a play on “flour”, it was originally sponsored by King Biscuit Flour)-heard some great music, including my first New Wave music, on this show. I think there are some episodes of it on YT.

[@taun856]

This song features prominently in the movie "Guardians of the Galaxy Part 2", in fact it was actually part of the plot.

[@oceanbluebandflorida]

Our band played this and nailed it every time - great song!

[@oh4sox]

This is my sister's and my favorite karaoke song to do together!. She sings lead and I come in with the back-up and harmonies.

[@christarpley6861]

My dad liked this song and has it on a record again the 60s through the 90s were the best to me and the guy who is standing the tallest on the album is the lead singer

[@steelehere1]

Yacht Rock classic. This one is gonna be well received.

[@soniabawa8635]

Its a perfect song.u r right about perfect lyrics

[@Caren329]

This is such a great song!!!

[@claudiacolmorgan2894]

This is one of my all time favorites.

[@ellenfaulkner5070]

Absolutely love this song! If it seems a bit familiar, you may have encountered it if you've watched Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol 2. Thanks for doing this reaction :)

[@elainemarsh5170]

This just doesn’t get old! So glad you liked it! (There is a KZbin video floating around- fairly recently - of Elliot Lurie singing this with an a capella group. It’s fantastic!)

[@b.j.thomas9754]

Love this song

[@johnandrews3151]

Barry Manilow/Mandy. This is a former #1 hit from the 1970's😮😊!

[@sandylee6025]

You guys make me smile every time. 😊 I remember this on the AM radio when I was 7. Remember every word and have loved it ever since. I wonder how many girls were named Brandy due to this gem.

[@maryreilly5092]

I'm now Googling "Finest Silver from North Spain!" I want a chain from there!!

[@SWLinPHX]

Brandy ended up as an old maid because she held out for the one man who wouldn't leave his ocean home for her. So sad.

[@Cardoo46]

The Jersey Beach towns were full of night clubs with live bands during the 70’s and probably still today.

[@marygoodson4920]

Including BRUCE!!!

[@Cardoo46]

@@marygoodson4920 I remembered that after the fact! 😵‍💫

[@289hipo]

Living in South Jersey 50+ yrs, Jersey Shore still has the same vibe, small shore towns with someone's favorite bar that has live local bands👍

[@tgforty5]

After Elliott Lurie left, Looking Glass morphed into the power pop band Starz, which had a decent hit with the song "Cherry Baby" in 1977.

[@maryreilly5092]

I need to look that song up as it sounds familiar to me.

[@garyjohnson7133]

Just a fantastic song! Perfection!

[@KarlPlesz]

Possibly the perfect pop song.

[@pommie5093]

And a huge hit at the Karaoke bars! Another fun song, so fun to sing to. EDIT-you might already have this on your list but, one of my favorite songs ever is Spirit in the Sky-a one hit wonder and one of the best rock tunes of all time. Highly recommend it, if it isn't already on the list!

[@richardconnolly4835]

Makes me think of Starbuck's Moonlight Feels Right. Another great tune and similar vibe.

[@mysticvirgo9318]

Such a bittersweet kind of ballad :)

[@robing9278]

Came out when I was 16. It makes me teary. And of course I love it.

[@sylvialopez5928]

Looking glass has always been on my playlist. They’re an awesome band. I love this song.

[@claudiadavies5110]

Top notch, brilliant and engaging, love this song, and the singer's voice soooo much ❤

[@johneldridge8678]

Fire song!!! Excellent reaction!!!

[@mono_was-here]

Have you listened to Dancin' In The Moonlight by King Harvest Or Hot Child In The City by Nick Gilder?

[@terryjones3827]

I really enjoy watching your reactions! You three have such an authentic appreciation for so many different genres, and recognize that good music crosses all boundaries. Well done again, guys!

[@williamcabell142]

Love this tune! Great one hit wonder! 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@carolmckay9067]

Love this song, one of my Top loves Of the 70's !!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@joekuul8769]

I listened to Brandy this morning at work. It's the first song on a particular playlist, and I never really tire of it.

[@dionysiacosmos]

Yep! In 1972 we 12 year old girls had great taste! 🧓😎

[@theodoreritola7641]

YEP I WAS 11

[@Kimberliss42]

I was 12... It's always been a favorite..

[@firecracker8071]

One of the best songs ever🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@scottjones758]

Popcorn by Hot Butter ,one of the first synthesizer song. Another cool instrumental.

[@bobthebear1246]

Yeah, this song is absolute perfection. Good catch on Nick's part BTW for catching that intro similarity to that of "Right Down The Line" by the late, great Gerry Rafferty!!!! I had honestly never caught that before myself, so major kudos to Nick for that one. The Jersey Shore sound was typified by this and other classics, such as "Green Onions," "Dancing In The Moonlight" and anything by Bruce Springsteen, Southside Johnny & The Asbury Jukes and John Cafferty & The Beaver Brown Band. After an unsuccessful album following their debut, lead singer/guitarist Eliot Lurie left the band and was replaced by singer Michael Lee Smith from Atlanta GA and guitarist Richie Ranno, took on a much harder direction and changed their name to *Starz.* You should definitely check out their two biggest songs "Cherry Baby" and "Sing It, Shout It" (but play the 5 1/2 minute full-length album version of that one). You are definitely going to thank me for this later!!

[@MelanieAF]

“Brandy”, to me, always sounded like it was set in one of those New England port/ fishing/ formerly whaling towns. Kind of like the town from which the ships sailed in the movie “The Perfect Storm”. If I recall correctly, a lot of Portuguese fishing people settled there, and the lead singer always looked like he had Portuguese heritage, to me. He sounds like he has that accent when he sings. But I’m from the Deep South so what do I know😊