SIMPLY RED - Holding Back the Years (LIVE) FIRST TIME COUPLE REACTION

[@dbaggers59]

In my humble opinion Mick is the best white soul singer this country has ever produced. The striking thing is, he still sounds like this now. Phenomenal. Simply Red's first album 'Picture Book' is outstanding. Start there. I promise you won't regret it. Love you two by the way!

[@KarlOwen-ju1kl]

The best white soul singer The UK has produced in my humble opinion is Steve Winwood, He was belting it out and topping the music charts age 17 with The Spencer Davis Group.

[@jaimegarcia6114]

I absolutely love this song, however it is bittersweet for me. At the time it had come out, what I didn't know is that my ex wife was having an affair with one of my best friends. I recall vividly he was in the back seat of our car. She was in front holding my hand. This song came on and I was enjoying it. She then let go of my hand and the mood changed, it was their song. Shortly afterwards it was finally out about their affair and they both left together, leaving me to raise our three girls myself. Out of this betrayal came good things. The best and toughest job was raising the girls alone but I wouldn't trade that experience for nothing. My kids are very close to me because of it. Now when I hear this song, I do not think about what transpired, rather I listen to it for it's own meaning and what it really means to me. It is one those songs I never tire of in spite of it all. Thank you both for this reaction and I'm really glad you both love the song as much as I do.

[@RabbiSteve1]

Wow. What a story. Thanks for sharing it. It actually shows the power of both song and story. For even in it’s negative energy, it shows how powerful it is as a landmark. And as you say, bittersweet, both sides of the equation.

[@NicknLex]

As Steve said, thank you for sharing your experience. While I am sorry to hear of what happened, I am a firm believer that all happens for a reason. As a child of a mom who also left my dad and I for another man, I can tell you my dad and I are super close and I admire the hell out of him. I also got two amazing sisters out of my moms new relationship and a stepfather who always loved me as his own. Sending love to you and your girls!! 💗

[@penelopehornswaggle102]

Hi guys!! I'm loving the long hair, Nick.😅The reaction was awesome, as usual.

[@g.e.5723]

You're a Good Man.

[@jaimegarcia6114]

@@RabbiSteve1 Thank You.

[@anitaphelps8715]

That’s when artists could actually sing! No auto tune so they sounded just as good live!

[@kylekerwin4993]

This is the most incredible performance of this song. Mick looks great and sounded beautiful and hit the notes clean. Great reaction to this classic.

[@wendyhaynes4991]

He was the blue eyed soul singer of his generation. A tour de force 😂

[@uncletom618]

Simply Red- If You Don’t Know Me By Now A spectacular cover of the old Harrold Melvin and the Bluenotes!

[@gailsmythe8476]

must listen.

[@jeffstevens4262]

@@gailsmythe8476 An absolute banger. 🙋‍♂

[@twylotwo]

His voice is impeccable. It's a studio voice that sounds like a CD.

[@gavinallan7897]

Haven't heard this version of an amazing song Phenomenal performance❤

[@andyt5116]

Fricken amazing guy!! I had the privilege to see Simply Red live when they toured NZ.. one thing crossed off my to do list in my lifetime.

[@lamusiclover2264]

All of his live performances, even now, are like this, or even better than the original recordings. There are numerous full concerts of Simply Red on KZbin. Well worth watching.

[@carolreed5944]

The lead singer and songwriter - Mick Hucknall - wrote this song when he was 17. He came up with the chorus 7 years later. This song was on their first album "Picture Book" in 1985. So, the Montreux Jazz Festival 1992, was 7 years later. This song continues to be a favorite amongst the fans. I will be seeing them for 3 concerts in England in 2025 - their 40th anniversary tour. Mick is now 64 years old and still has the awesome voice full of soul. There are many albums out there - each a little different - because Mick likes to move forward and make changes.

[@twofarg0ne763]

I live in France and I was at the Montreux Jazz Festival in 1992 when he sang this. He is an incredible performer who sounds as good, if not better live, than on his albums.

[@flollopy]

I saw Simply Red in the 80s, in Manchester England, my home town too, and to this day he is the only singer i have ever seen who sounded even better live than on the record - i have been to lots of other gigs in the last 40 years but that experience has never been repeated.

[@glennkolano4717]

It's so nice to see young people discover this talented man!!! I was so fortunate to see him perform live on the 21st of September 1987 in London Ontario!!! It was a week night and there were only around 200 in the audience. It was the most incredible concert!!! The audience was on its feet the whole time dancing!!! Something I will always remember and cherish!! Love the man!!!!

[@jeffstevens4262]

Mick is an amazing vocalist. I'm not sure, but I don't think they had 'Auto-Tune' back in 1992, and if not, he was actually singing live, it was an outstanding performance. Guys, please check out Mick's incredible version of 'If You Don't Know Me By Now', the old Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes track from way back. It's a stunning rendition, both on video and live. Mick Hucknall will never let you down. Pure quality. 🙋‍♂ Thanks.

[@mickkeeble3079]

At that time he had a Ruby set in his tooth reflecting his nickname "Red" and of course the band name, but later had it changed to a Diamond at the new Millenium.

[@infinitesam5880]

I'm fortunate enough to have seen Simply Red about 20 times in concert over the years. First when I was 16, and a couple of years ago, when I was 48. Always brilliant 😊

[@NicknLex]

wow you're so lucky!!

[@margaretknight8690]

‘Money’s too tight to mention’ is a great song of his.

[@richardconnolly4835]

June, 1986, I was sitting in the Admiral Benbow Inn in Penzance, Cornwall, England and a warm breeze was blowing through the door and the song came on the jukebox and the hairs on my arms and neck stood up on neck. It's one of those songs that invokes a visceral reaction. The pain and anguish are palpable. Got to see them perform live at Massey Hall in Toronto. One of the best concerts ever.

[@supasoulproductions]

Their track Stars is a good place to go next.

[@jml-rj5re]

Life and Stay are incredibly underrated!!

[@efibrilovski6374]

Unmatched Vocals!!!, My favorite band when growing up

[@davehess1019]

Great video, wow, he's in concert in Mexico, Auditorio Nacional Mexico, DF, Distrito Federal, Mexico, Feb.28th, March 1st, 2025, could you imagine a beautiful romantic evening, dinner and a great Simply Red show, sounds like a perfect evening to me.

[@NicknLex]

Thank you David!

[@davehess1019]

@@NicknLex you're welcome, Love you guys.

[@darrenwestbury8569]

@@NicknLex check out simply red doing a song called picture book live! This song was used in a episode of Miami vice

[@arielbahia]

The most satisfy Live music of all time, he doesnt change anything important in the music, he do the same of the digital audio… But after all, his voice, omg, his voice, his scream… another level…

[@canonfodder2068]

His voice sounds great even in later years, so watch him live on any song and you will be moved. But for more jazzy soul goodness from the early 90's try Sad Old Red live in Hamburg 1992.

[@Brosef19]

Mick makes more tears in his listeners. Absolutely beautiful ❤🇦🇺

[@Reba-123]

He wrote this at 17 all about his mother leaving when he was 3 years old

[@Reba-123]

He is now 64 and sounds just as good and him singing live is even better seen him in concert 3 times

[@leeellis950]

He has to be up there with one of the most distinctive best live voices ever

[@scottanderson8420]

Hey guys it’s great to see and hear that you explored this song a little deeper. A great version. I’m way off the grid in Canada camping and fishing and got a little window of reception. Can’t wait for you to hear more from Simply Red, Simply Red Standing bye . Great reaction NicknLex you know my history about this song. With you two everything has the chance to be good. He sings with such ease and beauty. I’ll be back in August “Holding Holding Holding, aaaaaahhhhh yeah yeah yeah.

[@davehess1019]

The next Simply Red song you guys should really react to is " If you don't know me by now" absolutely incredible song

[@docnflossie7351]

Only if they listen to Harold Melvin and the Blue Notes in tandem 🎉❤

[@davehess1019]

@@docnflossie7351 they recorded the song first.

[@nunnarij]

Mick one of great voices of our time!!!!

[@sarasotarebel2445]

You should check out his most recent concert videos. He doesn't have the long hair but the music and the vocals are still amazing.

[@cemetarygates2800]

A memorable performance indeed!

[@rosamariamartosbotella5490]

He is touring now 2024, is just the same...❤

[@kevincallahan7113]

Thank you loved the reaction.

[@M_J_Hammer]

Great reaction guys! What a fantastic live performance. Money's too tight (to mention) was their debut UK single, it's a cover but really great. They do it superbly at the same Montreux concert. UB40 were from inner city Birmingham (UK), where they grew up influenced by the local Black music, especially Reggae. Cheers.

[@benjamindesantis723]

omgg the best voice I have ever heard I’m stunned

[@albaduran5404]

Gracias chicos por reaccionar a mi banda favorita, tuve la gran suerte de escucharlos en vivo 3 veces en Buenos Aires y les aseguro que escuchalo cantar te deja la piel erizada! Y si suenanben vivo como la version de estudio. IMPECABLES!!

[@blastingweevil2968]

he sounds just as good and just the same as he did when he was 17 and now 30+ years on...

[@johndegouveia9616]

this was the first song me and my late wife dated too. I lost here in 2017 and I always simply red at least once a week. when you have te could you please play for your babies

[@kmach1000]

I've just subscribed to your channel to see your reactions to Simply Red's songs! Their catalogue is huge! Please, don't let me waiting too long!😅

[@oldmankell]

A consummate musician. Genius before our eyes.

[@reintype]

You guys should also react to his live version of If You Don't Know Me by Now and You Make Me Feel Brand New. They both exude the same energy as Holding Back the Years, which I know, you guys love so much.

[@mkg59]

I discovered this video a few months ago and listen to it at least 3-4 times a week. It's simply beautiful. I'm so glad you guys found it and reacted to it. It's one of the best "Live" performances of Mick's by far.

[@patriciosuau9479]

Nick , Lex , suenan igual que en estudio, son originales y reales. La gran virtud de la música de antaño. En Chile vienen siempre la última 4 conciertos llenos y para 2025 5 ya están completos y vendidos. Saludos desde Santiago de Chile.

[@turnerdan53]

His later live video has more vocalization on them. UB40's biggest hit was written by Neil Diamond. They added the Jamaican beat to it.

[@raiderfan346]

What an amazing voice. He really makes you feel his vocals. Thanks for another winner Nick & Lex! 😀

[@oldmanmickfunker]

always loved this song always makes shed a tear , every ones life xxxx

[@micamaimoun]

So emotional, love this song, love simply red, thank you so much to share with us. You have to listen together "you make me feeling brand new" live

[@jimfrederick3907]

It's as pure as the original!

[@MythicalMystic]

NicknLex, you said you wondered what Mick sounded like now, well, Mick and Simply Red did their full album live, including Holding Back The Years in october 2017 in a gig called Symphonica In Rosso at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam in the Netherlands (Holland), Mick has the huge crowd eating out of his hand and his band is backed up by a full orchestra. Its amazing and his voice is still magical and the crowd are fully immersed in the experience and sing to Mick and the band word for word. Check it out to see and hear Micks wand of a voice, you cant miss him, hes the one wearing the tux....lol xx😊❤

[@nunnarij]

Oh A New Flame too

[@jasonhoff6407]

That was soooo good!

[@riccottrell7179]

Simply Red's breakout hit was a remake of 'If you don't know me by now' by Harold Melvin & the Blue notes (Teddy Pendergrass) just an FYI & the original was out in 1975. So it was new to most people. It's a great job, I've never heard anything from them that I didn't think they nailed it, or wrote a great song. Love the channel. Stay in love & don't allow anything or anyone get between you. You two deserve forever with each other. 💜

[@stevemurrell6167]

First time I've seen this performance.....truly impressive.

[@Ericmeredith3209]

Such a great performance! Literally gave me goosebumps in spots! ❤

[@kendudley3553]

Nick & Lex - wow! What a cool experience. I truly feel like I just attended a Simply Red concert with you as my guests. Tears running down my face, just like when we listened to the studio version together. My friends, you truly bring it out in me and sometimes, when it hurts, you make everything feel better. Thank you. P.S. - Have you listened to Charlie Freak from the Pretzel Logic album? Another song that makes the tears flow. Ken

[@carlogns932]

I was 19 and all radio (and MTV) played this one every hour, It's a beautiful song and, after 40 years, still remains. But I have a little (?) question for both of you: can you say, with only one listen, that song is a masterpiece (like My way) or a simply good song (like this one)? I don't waiting for an answer! Love you guys! 😍😍😍

[@NicknLex]

Masterpiece!!! We are currently obsessed with it after that one listen!! ❤️

[@bertusvanhal8855]

Look at him in Symphonica in Red, as an older man.

[@stephencaruso760]

A good tune a fixture on adult oriented rock...i appreciate the anecdotes of songs having impacted lives or moods...this one i can see why people were affected

[@kathrynchamberlin3405]

Mick could sing the phone book and I would listen to it

[@stephenhayes8793]

6 stars out of 5 !!!!!!

[@penelopehornswaggle102]

He sounded better as he aged... like fine ass wine. So gorgeous. ❤

[@infinitesam5880]

Mick had a ruby embedded in to his front tooth, then changed it to a diamond a few years later 😊

[@Latinnpassion]

He have incrusted a star of gold or diamond in that tooth.

[@roxyita]

Grande reazione per una voce e una canzone straordinarie ❤❤❤

[@gerardo1979]

He did an amazing show in Cuba in 2006, you should listen that version too.

[@sethioustani5546]

J'adore Simply Red 👍" Jericho " à écouter absolument.

[@47Diddy]

The man landed a number 1 in the US charts with this track shortly after its release! As a white man in a genre that is usually only reserved for black people! In my opinion, that had never happened before, and never again after him! That makes this song absolutely unique! And the man sings this number with the same intensity, frame by frame, even after almost 38 years! He has long since created a monument for himself for eternity! 🎤🎶😊👌

[@JulioHernandez-chico]

Before anyone knew what ADHD was . Simply red was the only thing that would calm me down

[@wendyhaynes4991]

Lex would love 'stars' and 'for your babies' very romantic ballads. Watch the official videos. They show off his locks to perfection ❤😂

[@kthor]

He has a ruby (maybe a diamond now!) on his tooth!

[@bethking7348]

Watch "If you don't know me by now". SR is one of a kind ❤❤

[@francisedwards4069]

This song came out in 1986 if I'm not mistaken

[@raycewilliams3300]

Mick Hucknall had a diamond planted on his tooth. Originally it was a ruby but he had it replaced with a diamond. This is the "jazzier" version of this song which I like a bit more than the original studio version. Take care..

[@mattpotter8725]

I don't know if there's any footage of it here on KZbin but i remember watching on tv, maybe 10 or 20 years ago, a live show of Simply Red performing with the Buena Vista Social Club and it just blew me away. If you can find this I'd love to watch it. I'll see if i can find any of it, but other than that please react to their song called For Your Babies, it's an absolutely beautiful song.

[@ronbisschop1567]

Hello, Well this is a life performance from 1992 i think you said but the real surprise is that in the present day he still sounds like in 1992 i was at there concert in the ziggo dome Amsterdam in 2022 and it was still amazing how they sounds there was almost no differents with then, i do understand that you are not reacting to this song again but you should listen to it from the concert symphonica in rosso that was recorded in 2018 and they still has it. Greetings from the Netherlands

[@Kouros-t6d]

Simply Red...Level 42....Kajagoogoo...Spandau Ballet....Go West.....Jamiroquai......Jackie Graham....Simple Minds....etc...LOTS of SOULFUL great pop masterpieces from UK.

[@jonnno243]

Another favourite of mine by Simply Red is For Your Babies

[@SanJoseBob]

The reason we mentioned unusual look was that we all thought he was a Black singer by the sound ( Lex got it right) and then later, the video came out and even or should I say especially the African Americans were shocked to find out he was White. You still should see his Original Official Video (this is how we were all introduced to him). BTW, check out his cover of Harold Melvin and the Bluenotes “If You Don’t Know Me By Now”…. SanJoséBob

[@marcoszalazar5948]

genial canción soy fan

[@tonybaker55]

I used to work with a guy who was the spitting image of Mick, but he could not sing like that! He used to get stopped in London often by fans, thinking he was Mick.

[@nunnarij]

It's Only Love please

[@NeburOiram]

Es el tema más famoso del colorado. ¿Tiene algún otro tan bueno? Mi primer comentario en sus reacciones en ingles. Creo que me gusta en general la música a la que reaccionan. Me da un poco de pereza leer los comentarios. Pero de vez en cuando los escucho

[@darkmatter6714]

You should only react to simply red live. Mick’s vocals are unbelievably rock solid.

[@julieculshaw4031]

He has a star on his tooth.

[@infinitesam5880]

It was a ruby, he then changed it to a diamond a few years later.

[@michaelstone5523]

Hi guys. You know that there is a much longer version, also live much later like a few years ago. He still looks amazing, and still has the pipes. It's here on KZbin somewhere. Excuse an old man's ignorance. Enlighten me Lex....what are Hog Warts? Is that a Harry Potter reference? Know nothing about the franchise.

[@NicknLex]

Yes Hogwarts is the school for wizards in the Harry Potter books and movies. We will check out the other version too

[@marktizzard47]

Thanks

[@jcsmixer]

Check out "Money's to tight to mention" great soul song.

[@AntonioSanchez-td6bk]

Stars o The Real Thing canciones enormes

[@nunnarij]

Fairground please

[@davehess1019]

hey NicknLex, when was the last time a singer and his or her songs has touched your hearts and souls so deeply? I'm thinking Bonnie Raitt's song Just like that...

[@NicknLex]

We are obsessed with Mick!

[@davehess1019]

@@NicknLex he's fantastic

[@andersgranstrom7128]

😍😍😍

[@RabbiSteve1]

Another great reaction to a classic iconic performance. I would slightly (ever so slightly) disagree that it sounds just like the studio performance. I think it’s even better. Very similar, but not identical. And just as a slight correction, while the lead singer of UB40 is a white guy, I think you’ll see that the ethnic makeup of the band is actually diverse, or at least the original lineup.

[@penelopehornswaggle102]

I disagree with you that this sounds the same as the original recording... It is 10 times better.❤😊

[@Slumbert]

May I recommend Souvenirs de Chine by Jean Michel Jarre. Video shows images from China.

[@Silvermachine7]

Before you move forward with new songs. Please check out this live version, it is from about five years ago. He has still got it all these years later. kzbin.info/www/bejne/omiqn4l-ormcf5o

[@Tarkus7]

STRONGLY AGREE!!!!

[@yatestom4845]

Picture book best simply red album

[@micky470]

❤

[@Stoic-Col]

I get frustrated with reaction videos when you think that seeing a larger image of you than the actual content. Why? It should be the other way around. If you look at your shot, most of the screen is filled with your background, not you. If you swap it around, have the video clip as the larger screen, nothing would be lost; you would still see your faces, expressions, reactions.