MY REACTION TO: The Bee Gees - Alive (1972)

[@rwilson7197]

Ooo this hits hard for me- an average Jill who never "arrived." Ouch. Wonderful, thoughtful & humble song.

[@HeatherMyfanwyTylerGreey]

It's the closeness of their voices that gets me and that Robin comes in to support Barry when the going gets that bit higher and louder. This was before Barry started putting air in his chest voice to get greater range.

[@josephinegomez2466]

I just heard this and I love it..Barry's amazing here☺️

[@jamihede4440]

I have to agree with the person who commented on the phenomenon that happened when Barry and Robin sang in unison. Their voices blended so perfectly that it was almost like the two individuals merged into a third, completely different entity. And Maurice's piano -- just one more example of the perfect musician. And never a lesson to be had!

[@michellemargaret7784]

'I know I should be going somewhere, I just can't arrive' --That line gets me every time.

[@JoAnna-cv2yz]

It does me, as well.

[@RK-gg4dd]

They are very young here. Barry is 26, the twins younger. Serious ballads were who they were until they changed it up mid 70's. That brought a new surge in their music then.

[@sole.81]

Barry was always very ambitious. And they were struggling during that time. I love this song, we all know the feeling..

[@Georgia__Girl]

The shirt Robin is wearing. Fits him PERFECTLY 🔥🔥🔥

[@dp3396]

Barry was known to just write songs in real time - the words just came from somewhere inside - so the lyrics are sometimes more personal than commercial. From what I’ve pieced together from a variety of sources, interviews, etc... His near-death experience as a toddler has never left him, even though he can’t remember it, the experience changed him. He was never the average kid. He knew from 8 years old what his destiny was, and didn’t feel it had been achieved in the 60’s/early 70’s, so it was especially hard to be out in what he referred to as the Pop Wilderness, with his whole family looking to him for everything. How easy it would have been to give up, but it was not really an option because they had no real education to fall back on. Music was all they knew and all they wanted to do. Many of their/his songs - ALIVE, SONGBIRD, STAYIN ALIVE, ALONE, LIVE OR DIE, IMMORTALITY, HOME TRUTH SONG (from his 2016 solo album)- carry a theme that seems to come from deep inside, and harken back to the child who almost died, and the child who knew his destiny. Theirs is a fascinating story, and their music is like a diary written in code.Please consider reacting to BEE GEES 1960, and also BARRY GIBB HOME TRUTH SONG.

[@dp3396]

If you react to the live performance of Home Truth Song with Barry in a black hat, his eldest child Stephen (with beard and tats) does the guitar solo at the end.

[@amepl9763]

Very good analysis, Home Truth Song says a of of how he felt all his life, "with the weight of the world on my shoulders", "there must be a reason for living" very deep and kind of sad song with an upbeat melody, have a nice day

[@dp3396]

Some positive, too... feeling forever young!

[@MyCarlson1]

Chad you have taught me to listen and learn about the lyrics of the Beegees.. I've always been a fan of their music but now I am a lover up their music I've learned there's more to the Bee Gees than just staying alive.. thank you Chad so much

[@Georgia__Girl]

Thank you. Thank you for reacting to this one. Robin has never looked more gorgeous. Every time I see this video. I want to touch Robin’s hair so bad😋😋😋

[@kaythomas3171]

He was one handsome hot babe......

[@Georgia__Girl]

@@kaythomas3171 Yes he was!!!

[@patriciaeddy7629]

He was such a hunk of man. Robin was something that wasn't meant for this world, he was too Good to be trapped here.

[@kaythomas3171]

@@patriciaeddy7629 Agreed MOST unusual artist/composer/lyricist/singer/ etc...that I've ever come across.....one of those "ugly ducklings" at first, ( a little odd/different...sometimes geeky).. and turned out to be one sexy turn-on!!! (until he got sick and got so thin,,,boo hoo)

[@susieq9801]

@@kaythomas3171 - I thought he was cute even as an "ugly duckling". Sad eyes, except when he smiled. Odd is interesting. Everyone likes a mystery and he sure was one from day one!

[@cynthiadaves1933]

It was amazing how Robin and Barry could sing together in regular voices and falsetto as well and sound like one person and the 3 of them could do the same thing. Robin and Maurice sounded like one person at times......if you didn't see them singing a song ....you would think it was just 1 person singing. AMAZING 😍

[@ronneranthonylutasemais8923]

Hi my friend, I always watch your Channel, thanks for always react Bee Gees. I am from Brazil. Today I went the first comments.

[@debbielemons1576]

BEE GEE CONNECTION music. Wow Barry's strength in his voice in the 70s always amazing💙🏆👏👏👏 Timeless words, timeless meaning.

[@lindalotfi3203]

Thanks for this one Chad!! So glad you enjoyed this song as much as I did. When I first heard it I played it over and over. I just love the lyrics! But then I just love the Bee Gees! 🥰💖🥰💖🥰💖🥰💖🥰💖

[@robertaclark3286]

Happy Father's Day Chad. Thank you for this.

[@iamhere4now980]

Ah, three beautiful Angelic ones. Even tho I was born in 68., I still had the opportunity of getting into them even before my time. Thank you for these awesome reactions to these beautiful ones and 👀 and 👂 will take you higher ✌️❤️

[@stephaniebuie2750]

First time hearing. Really like! They had no idea what was ahead for them.

[@tonicursio]

One of my favorites from a fantastic album. I interpret this song as an expression of humility - that they’re human.

[@evedavis235]

Another great reaction to our Beloved Bee Gees, best reaction channel! Happy Fathers Day Chad X

[@janicetrimmell6897]

Thank you so much for doing this reaction. It is one I requested also. I have watched this Carson clip many many times. There is also a version of the Carson clip with studio sound dubbed in. This song hits me in the heart. First, I just love Barry's beautiful voice. This particular song was written by Barry and Mo. I think the writing happened during the breakup, but it was not recorded until "To Whom It May Concern." This was during the start of one of their "valleys" and left them questioning if they had run their course. The name of the album reflects that they wondered if anyone was listening. And yet, this and other amazing songs like "Run to Me" were on it. They remastered and put "Alive" out on Tales of the Brothers Gibb, so I have a decent recording of it. The lyrics are spectacularly sad for me, like they are just putting one foot in front of each other, and nothing they do is working. However, the bridge is more hopeful to me. "That I'm alive and that's all. That I can get up just as fast as I fall." Interestingly, Barry says he doesn't remember writing the song. I hope he meant doesn't remember the actual writing session, because these lyrics don't just make themselves up. Geoff Bridgford left in 1972, I think before this performance in November, so I'm not sure about the drummer on the show. On a lighter note, how about Alan's fashion choice?? Thanks Chad.

[@giannafrancis5176]

@Diana Gero The Bee Gees brought their good vibes to the Royals today at the K. During Jarrod Dyson’s 3rd inning very long at bat the Royals played Stayin Alive. He then hit the double with the 2 go-ahead RBI’s! It was a great game!

[@janicetrimmell6897]

@@giannafrancis5176 I saw the at bat. He fought every one of those pitches off like a champ. Then hit in the go-ahead runs. I didn't hear the song. I guess I'll have to turn the sound up. That makes the win even better. It was good to see Mike Minor do well too. Have a good week.

[@giannafrancis5176]

Janice Trimmell Thanks, you too.

[@lauriebarnes2999]

Chad, we're half way through our marathon weekend and this was just a perfect song to start our Sunday morning off with. Yes, in my opinion, your interpretation about the lyrics is spot on. This was the beginning of their slump between their phenomenal 60's success and their explosion into the disco world later in the 70's. Even the title of the album "To Whom It May Concern" was a tell-tale sign that they knew that things had to change because the ballads that had launched them so successfully in the 60's (my favorites by the way) were no longer what the listeners wanted. They wondered if people were even listening to them at this point. Well, we all know that they were always able to reinvent themselves when it was necessary and the rest, they say, is beautiful Bee Gees history! Happy Father's Day, Chad!

[@susieq9801]

Laurie Barnes - Just saw your comment after writing a similar one myself. Big surprise! As I said in that, the public is fickle and can drop you like a hot rock. Carson loved the guys.

[@artiegloucester532]

they were 13 times in the Jonhy Carson show

[@susieq9801]

The drummer is Geoff Bridgford I believe. It looks like him and the style is very similar to "My World". I think you are bang on! The lyrics represent the slump in popularity they had in the early 70's when they had to work in clubs in the UK just to pay their taxes. Public taste is a fickle thing. Not the first time, nor the last. They had ups and downs from early on in Australia to the end! Like Rodney Dangerfield, they "couldn't get no respect". They were such a hard luck band at times but just kept persisting because music was all they knew or ever wanted. Other bands would have given up (plus they were family). Thank god they didn't. "There's a reason for believing that I've never been alive". They had success and then seemed to evaporate. They wondered if they made a mark or would even be remembered and were treading water no matter how hard they tried. "I know I should be going somewhere, I just can't arrive". They were often on Carson and he really liked them as a group and as individuals. I agree with someone else here.....ROBIN'S HAIR! Gimme, gimme, gimme. @5:00 he ALMOST broke into one of his famous dances, LOL!

[@michellemargaret7784]

Robin's performance of Living in Chicago during that same Johnny Carson episode is absolutely amazing, you should check that one out too

[@tonicursio]

I love living in Chicago 🙂

[@kwarnock8151]

I think you are "right on the money" with your interpretation of the lyrics and a very well written and performed piece. Never heard this before so nice surprise!

[@zoo9830]

Wow. I love love this song. Going to buy the vinyl to this song To Whom It May Concern. The lyrics in this song are amazing. Chad, did you know Barry said he has no memory of writing this song for whatever reason? I love Barry. He was one hot man and still is. Neer group ever in my book. Thanks Chad!!

[@pearlegates7079]

This brought tears to my eyes first thing this morning.

[@barbaradunn1778]

Another good selection, Chad!!! This song is another one of their gems for sure!! Thanks for sharing your reaction with us!

[@AlecMajerison]

Such a beautiful resolution to this song. “....I’m alive.”

[@mariemac3608]

Masterpiece 🎶

[@dubivxler]

bee gees our love will save the world

[@LillyMarz777]

Very nice. Robin looked good. When he got older, he was so painfully thin, long before he got sick.

[@christinestornable1816]

Happy Father's day and have a great time to spend with your daughter. Being a parent gives you the feelings in this song daily. You find yourself trying to measure up to other parents almost daily. I went thru this always as a single mother of 4 daughters. My 1st daughter was born on the 1st Father's day in 1972. Richard Nixon was responsible for making a holiday by declaring it in 1972. So much for history . This is something Robin was so much into especially early European history ergo the reference to kings and queens and others in high society. Europe has those monarchies where there is the division in classes and the constant struggle of the lower classes to add up. Also these lyrics are part of a song that Robin sang. The guys often had words separately and put them together for one song. The lyrics I'm not lost but I'm not searching ", are lyrics in a much different song that Robin sings in another song. I picked up on a memorial video to Robin in which he sings Days of Wine and Roses.

[@natashyahendrix2]

Awesome reaction. Another favorite of mine. I love his voice here and lyrics.

[@giannafrancis5176]

Happy Father’s Day Chad! All the best to you today! How great to wake up to this gorgeous and intriguing song. For me this is one of those that I forget how much I appreciate it until I hear it. The meaning of the lyrics are beyond me too. You’ve got a little less time to go I can’t change the wind and make it blow the other way There’s a reason for believing that I’ve never been alive It seems the lyricists (credited to Maurice and Barry) are contemplating mortality. I’m sure the topic was on Robin’s mind also having survived the horrific train crash. To Whom it May Concern came out at a lower point in their careers. Barry and Robin both look and sound like they are giving their all, Barry tucking his chin and singing in such a strong voice, Robin with his usual emotional voice also. Both with arm gestures appealing to their listeners. I can get up just as fast as I fall I can walk and run but I’ll never Thanks for another wonderful reaction. Enjoy your day with your lucky daughter!

[@gillianjones6242]

❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@Ladyviv1509]

Happy Father's day Chad🥂

[@gaylaliles7983]

Thank you so much for reacting to these older and more obscure songs. Love this song from the brother's younger days.I think they might have been feeling some insecurities, as their career was in a bit of a slump at that time. Of course, they were obviously "going somewhere" or they would not have been on the Carson show.

[@mokimoki2231]

Alive è una delle mie preferite! Grazie mille Chad!♥️🇮🇹

[@dylanmart6007]

so the drummer should be Dennis Byron who was their drummer after Colin Peterson. and this album was crafted during a slow period for them, going from their major 60s hits into the mid to late 70s hits. They're 1972 album along with a few other albums were very transitional

[@ullabuch4769]

❤❤❤

[@jennifertaylor6197]

I think the drummer is Geoff Bridgeford that they brought over from Australia with them and then left the group in 1972. Dennis Bryon was from Wales and joined the Bee Gees in 1973. By The Way Happy Father's Day!!

[@susieq9801]

@@janicetrimmell6897 - It was Colin and Vince who had the work visa problems.

[@lizabetharmenta9297]

🥂HAPPY FATHER'S DAY CHAD!! HOPE YOU HAVE AN AMAZING DAY WITH YOUR DAUGHTER!🥂 Good job on the reaction, keep it up

[@cynthiadaves1933]

Happy Father's Day Chad.....we all have felt like we don't measure up to our own expectations in life as well as what other people expect of us and what we feel life itself expects us to become. I know I have personally felt that way at times and it's tough to juggle all of those feelings and thoughts of what can I do ....either different or better.....to be what is expected of me. Life is hard enough without feeling like you don't measure up sometimes. The Beegees once said in an interview that not all songs that artist write are about themselves or an incident in their own lives ....but in their case it can be songs about human nature and the trials and tribulations we as humans go through. But with this song .... I'm not sure if it is about them or humans in general.,. But whoever it is about and supposed to reflect.....it is a beautiful well written song .....as all of their songs are. It could certainly be a song reflecting upon their own personal tragedies and how they survived and the feelings that go along with that. The Beegees once said in an interview that they were very poor growing up and their dad worked two jobs and they sang at a car racetrack to earn money to help support the family....then their father quit his jobs and became their manager. I remember Robin saying that they would get a plastic trumpet or something like that for Christmas....and they joked about not having a TV so they watched the neighbors TV through the window of their house and had a remote and would sometimes change the channel....which really pissed their neighbors off . They were millionaires by the time they were teenagers. They quit school for a career when they were about 10/12......but they said they always had fun together. So this song could be a reflection of this time in their lives. Have a great Father's Day Chad and enjoy your time with your daughter....our children grow up so fast and time spent with our children is special and precious no matter what age they are.💕. Take care and I can't wait for the next reaction of the Beegees marathon weekend.

[@tonihagan8438]

That is really cool. That was facinating to watch. I too love those lyrics. It was a time when they were in the valley between their 60s success and their mega monster Saturday Night Fever album success. You may be right on Chad about your speculations. We may never really know for sure.

[@eaccristo]

Amazing….I wonder how I missed this? This is the year I graduated High School…😂

[@eaccristo]

I am slowly building up my BG collection. Boy, do I miss record stores. But having a daughter with free shipping is a plus!!😛

[@Scuderia_Fan]

Thanks for this reaction! One of my favorite songs with Barry on lead. The audio isn't that great, but it's awsome to see this video for the first time. Top!

[@janicetrimmell6897]

Hi Maarten. Here is a link to a promotional video they did for Dutch TV. I think it was released just before Christmas in 1972. It's studio sound, so a little better. I can listen over and over.kzbin.info/www/bejne/aWqqqqh4qNWtodk

[@iamhere4now980]

Their letting you know from us human spiritual beings to Angelic beings. Sent here to make a difference , no other way to explain. You'll awake and the veil will hit the bell. ❤️✌️ P.s. I love your take on it.

[@lt6134]

For me the meaning isn’t about the lyrics, but brought back the memory of mom letting me stay up late to watch this. And how my friends and I would sing with our right hand up to our ear. Thanks Chad!!!!

[@carollowery2416]

Brilliant!! 🤩

[@janicewright6213]

Your on the right track and I agree you should listen to Living In Chicago from the same show.

[@jeremycole3008]

God's favorite boy-band

[@spudjohnsonn8122]

At this point in their career was a hard time, Barry once said they thought they might just be a 5-year group! from "67" to "72" the lyrics show this feeling indirectly as with the unreleased lp "Kick In The Head" the song "Jesus In Heaven" people might take that tune out of context & think they aren't Christians but this is not true, as the Brothers were struggling to find their footing in their music careers and they found it in 1975.

[@isabellabourchier3498]

This is one of the few songs that Barry doesn’t remember them writing.

[@ullabuch4769]

They go so dieb in my hertil ❤

[@trishafaulk2067]

Don't we all wonder sometimes if we are just not going anywhere? If we are just not measuring up somehow to what we are meant to be? I think this song is the age old question song about those sort of things. I like it. We all have those moments when we ask ourselves questions. Some people more than others. It is healthy to assess ourselves, as long as we get up and keep moving on. Music 🎶 it's a beautiful thing, some more than others 😉 Have a great Father's day!

[@singluna888]

I've never heard this one. Not sure how to feel about it. Your interpretation sounds good to me. It took me over 30 years to figure out it's not Rod Stewart singing "Your Pizza's burning". It's The Stones and "Your Beast of Burden". How funny! I use to sing it as loud as I could. A guy on FB told me last year. I'm too old to be embarrassed so I just laughed.

[@buchholtzmathieu1810]

Wow, I didn't know this flabbergasting live TV rendition of this song. This gem is one among the masterpieces of the LP. Listened to it so many times. Here the powerful Geoff Bridgford's drumbeat is fantastic. But compared to the studio original version, I miss here the crazy bass lines played by Mo that are so impregnate in my ears.

[@MA-oy3sx]

Robin is handsome

[@isebmazo2140]

Road to Alaska, studio version

[@KCoda1248]

I kind of know the feeling.

[@gabyehebrecht7435]

Great song choice

[@danielnavarro4085]

Great reaction, Chad. Barry once said, regarding lyrics, that everyone can come up with their own interpretation of what the song is about. The Gibbs are very abstract with their lyrics. Also, Barry sounds and looks a lot like Andy in this clip.

[@BeeKnown]

Terrific wording.. hadn't heard this song before but think it might be a new favourite from their catalogue, thanks for sharing! Would love to see you react to the song Mulberry Street by twenty one pilots

[@susanhunter7124]

Barry overshadowed Robin's voice. I wanted to hear Robin.

[@dubivxler]

👏🤜👏

[@vandoraginther6421]

I found a jewel it's Sweetheart. Where are you Chad???

[@allisons3663]

An OK song, which actually went Top 40. The drummer is Chris Karan who was their tour drummer during this time. I would love a reaction to 1969's "Bury Me Down By The River" - a great Barry & Mo gospel number.

[@carolespinoza8452]

Chad, im sorry i couldnt concentrat on the lyrics. That music was so in my head.🎶🎶🎹🎹🥁🎸💞💞

[@sitpahtb4731]

A personal speculation on the lyrics: being in a hard carreer period, maybe they were just asking to be let alone, away from all critics/advisers (kings and queens around my room...) who claim to know what's the best for them/ wich next musical direction to take ('then you know me very well 'to me is sarcastic). They know what to do (i ain't lost and i ain't searchin/ i can get up as fast as i fall/ i know i should be going somewhere), but people are too demanding (i can't change the world...). In the end the whole song could be a request to be free from various conditionings around...

[@francisxray9900]

Hey Chad, where are you? Hope you're doin' well! Maybe lil vaccation this weekend. You know, we Bee Gees fans are also fans of you and how you're doin' this fantastic job! Hope you're on board next weekend.

[@francisxray9900]

It's about not knowing kinda normal way of life. Grew up with and on music, so that's a different world, you're in. But in the end they've got their families, so everything went on good routes. Just got down to earth. They sang "I'm alive and that's all and I can get up just as fast as I fall". And so they did!

[@mrsannprofits1965]

When will you do "More Than A Woman" and "Night Fever"?

[@buchholtzmathieu1810]

And also, but before "If I can't have you", so terrific for me! ...

[@jackielh1]

Thanks for pulling this one out, I forgot how I stayed up late to watch the Bee Gees on Johnny Carson, senior year in high school. It's a beautiful song. You are doing a great job pulling songs from their vast songbook. Here is the more of that appearance kzbin.info/www/bejne/jpyYoIyroduMra8

[@ronneranthonylutasemais8923]

Very good!! REACT MADLEY BEE GEES LIVE MELBORE 1989...

[@royroberts2313]

I remember Barry stating that he has no memory of writing this song. Good melody and lyrics. It is a bit slow for my liking but it takes a lot for me to hate a song. I like this song a lot because it is a Bee Gees song. Drums are way too loud in this mix. Barry's voice is so wonderful and strong here. This song is a result of their ballad style of the early 70's.

[@cynthiadaves1933]

Would you please react to While I Play today.... I've waited a long time to hear it.... it would mean a lot to me. Please please. I think you will like the song. Thanks Chad.

[@mokimoki2231]

PLEASE REACTION TO " SWEET SOUND OF THE SUMMER "

[@mujahidamin8504]

You could have chosen a better recording for this classic!

[@chancer55]

Chad can you do ESP