Phil Collins - In The Air Tonight LIVE HD - REACTION | Asia and BJ

[@jamesbarnettjr771]

Phil Collins is the Grand Master drum slayer.

[@paigeharrison3909]

I love people's reaction when Phil gets on those drums.

[@tradeladder146]

British Genius as usual. 😀👍

[@yyzwdm]

I saw Robert Plant in 1983, Phil played drums on that tour.

[@katking9246]

Shivers still and I've been a fan for longer than I'm willing to admit

[@marks0048]

I get goosebumps every time its the most amazing feeling ✨️

[@mandyhargraves8589]

Me to

[@LinkRocks]

One of the most iconic drum beats in music history.

[@clannad99germany70]

Indeed !!!!!

[@janetburrows137]

Most definitely ❤🫶🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@jackfoster501]

Without doubt

[@melvinturman5883]

One of the greatest songs ever made Phil Collins is a legend

[@crabkilla]

If only we had a count of how many people play the air drums on that song :-)

[@Benjamin_2307]

These young people are tired of social norms. They’re looking to bridge gaps and celebrate people for who they are. It’s awesome

[@CarloGoiff666]

Casually walking into drums never looked so good before.

[@oliviavillarreal9433]

Truly iconic artists of all time! GOAT! Simply amazing performance to sing/play drums!

[@Fallopia5150]

Thank you both for being so respectful and not interrupting that drum solo we were all waiting for. Genesis were an amazing band and Phil Collins is a great talent.

[@BitWrecker]

They always do it right! Love these 2

[@rubynelson8274]

The man is a LEGEND. He is considered one of the best drum masters of the 20th century.

[@joellenglass2344]

Facts!!

[@Chris_T_S]

"... the sound of the crowd... I feel like everyone was mesmerised right now..." That was the sound of that entire stadium "holding its breath" (which he milks for the entire time), waiting for that MOMENT, when he starts his drumming. Then the crowd goes wild. Your reaction was exactly the same as the crowd, and was fun to watch, as I waited for YOUR moment.

[@erikstrohl286]

Well said 👏

[@lellyt2372]

Exactly! Great comment 👏

[@Gunnerb52]

Yep...I was thinking the same thing. They are all waiting for that drum part. I was wondering if he was going to be the one that did it.

[@richp.7058]

That epic build and climax with the drums and Phil's voice is awesome!!!

[@unknownx7252]

The dramatic build of him walking down and up the steps.

[@oneplay]

The seemingly never ending teasingly slow buildup makes the payoff upon the ultimate beat drop all the more satisfying.

[@andrewgates9333]

New drum effect they used right at that time.

[@bravetitangrizzly]

Every time I see this I swear he’s gonna be late for the drum drop

[@Steph-uq9lh]

@@bravetitangrizzly same!!

[@juliacrabtree5198]

He's not a singer that drums, but a DRUMMER that sings❤

[@samseng9089]

Phil Collins is one of the best drummer in his era

[@lindasmalley5864]

How he maintains a strong and stable voice while beating on the drums is simply amazing….

[@deanlind2721]

What's remarkable is how difficult it is to drum and sing at the same time - while doing both so well. There are very few who've managed it and Phil Collins absolutely nails it it this, probably his most iconic performance. Amazing.

[@inekebaalman3320]

Another great example is/was Karen Carpenter, she nailed it!

[@kimmylou1965]

@@inekebaalman3320 Exactly! She was more comfortable behind the drum kit than in-front. Perfect voice and range.

[@phantomstratocaster]

don henly

[@normansawatzky4778]

Well said. I wasn't able to.

[@andrewdoctor6584]

@@kimmylou1965 oh I never knew that thanks

[@joearies8391]

Asia has childish exuberance and makes me feel so happy to watch her react to get music because I know she really appreciates it because she's a singer herself

[@walterhefty5618]

I appreciate seeing these young folks digging into the music I grew up with. I love sharing the love for this music.

[@lizwenzel5025]

Yes I totally agree! It’s a beautiful innocence & appreciation ❤

[@d_no_allyn_86]

So true. Very bright and fun. He has a good attitude as well.

[@tonymonaghan4068]

One of only three artists who have sold 100 million records as part of a group and 100 million as a solo artist.

[@SamdraJohnson]

80 thousand people came to see The drummer!

[@beltonite2243]

Phil Collins, another precious gift to humanity.

[@sarlina1]

That build-up to Phil`s drum sequence, is probably one of the most famous build-up and drum sequence by any artist, ever. Just incredible!

[@joanlajara3939]

Saw Phil in 1986 at Madison Square Garden and have seen nothing like it since! I thank God I grew up in the 70’s and 80’s!!! Such great music!👍👍👍👍

[@lizmagu3189]

So cool the way he just walks around the stage and up the stairs to meet the drums rising from under the stage in perfect timing!! AMAZING!!!

[@unklebacon44]

Every time I watch this I'm like he won't get there in time 😂😂😂

[@suzanneritter8001]

I know, right? I still hold my breath and mentally push him along!

[@kimmylou1965]

Can you just imagine the audience watching and waiting for him to get to the kit?

[@teijaflink2226]

The exicetement before he gets there and then the drop must have been such an amazing feeling, I would be so nervous too.

[@nenowheatley592]

I still get goosebumps when I play this song every time love it❤️❤️🇺🇸

[@bobbiehofer4924]

Every single time!!

[@lena-mariag.louis-charles3579]

I was blessed to work at a large concert venue ("Scandinavium", in Gothenburg, Sweden...) in my early 20's - and when it was announced that Phil Collins was coming to town, the tickets sold out in record time. Watching him (from the very front and center of the arena...) perform this track (as well as others...), and the music literally pulsating through your body, was an experience I'll never forget... He's an extremely musically talented individual (as well as conscientious to the plight of others...). No matter what other tracks (of his...) that you guys decide to react to, you can't go wrong!

[@spectrelead]

I saw him perform this live in 1997, when played in Champaign, Illinois. It was ELECTRIC.

[@bobbiehofer4924]

You witnessed a magical experience. I never had the chance to

[@Old_Man001]

He was 53 years old when he did this concert in Bercy, Paris in 2004. Truly an amazing performance by Brad Cole (keyboards, synthesizers, Vocoder), Daryl Stuermer (6 String Guitar), Leland Sklar (Bass Guitar), Chester Thompson ("Rhythm" Drums) and Phil himself (vocals, drums). It was performed in front of 20,000 + people at the "Palais Omnisport de Paris" and truly was, if not the greatest, close to the greatest live performance ever. It was from his "Finally... The First Farewell" Tour and this particular concert in Bercy started with an amazing "Drums, Drums & More Drums" track performed by Phil and his other drummer, the previously mentioned Mr. Thompson. Incidentally, this track ("In the Air Tonight") was the 17th in the tracklist sandwiched between Separate Lives and Dance Into the Light. Phil had the energy he had in this song all the way through to the end of the concert (as did his musicians). Now that he can no longer drum, his son NIcholas plays drums almost as well as the old man did--literally--Phil is 70 now. His son was on the Domino tour with Genesis recently. Oh and of course, his daughter Lily is rapidly becoming a famous actress in her own right. So, he's still doing alright I suppose (tongue in cheek).

[@rhondaweldonwells3798]

Saw him in Oklahoma City and the drums rose up from underneath the stage and i started screaming, he twirled the drumsticks in the air while playing and singing at the same time, truly one of the best concerts i ever went to in 2009.

[@davidmerritt2837]

This performance is considered to be one of the 8 wonders of the world in music history Just unbelievable thank you for having it

[@phobiaone306]

OK who else couldn't resist doing the Air Drums when THAT part kicked in? I never can resist...from the first (well second cuz you know it is coming) until the last.

[@PriestessOfNothing]

That drum break NEVER gets old. It's like opening a Christmas present every single time. If you don't love this song, you're an alien and I can't help you.

[@tubewatcher155]

Actually Any alien would be far too advanced to not love this song.

[@kimmylou1965]

I never get tired of these reactions! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ I’m just so happy that younger generations and tastes are discovering Phil Collins and other artists and music from earlier periods.

[@BinanceStuff]

I think i've watched about 50 reaction videos to this today 🙂

[@sylvester3018]

We have gta to thank for that

[@deelawson4551]

If you never heard the duet with Phillip Bailey(Earth, Wind, and Fire) called Easy Lover, it`s a Great one! Please do the official video. I think y`all will enjoy it! Keep On Rockin'

[@volbeatrules6528]

Fantastic song!

[@shaneyochim1818]

YES YES..... Great song

[@sheayankee]

Great song/video

[@larrywalling2844]

🤘🏻😎

[@AnnahRoberts76]

Yes! Easy Lover is a great song!

[@DosBear]

I definitely grew up with this song and never tire of hearing it. He just took it to a new level. I wasn't aware that he had written it in anticipation of divorcing his wife which gives it a whole different perspective about how he must have felt when it all went down.

[@traceysabuco1141]

Amazing! Phil is no spring chicken and it is very difficult to sing and play the drums, yet he made it look effortless!

[@ampthefreethinker5335]

Phil Collins...... Legendary 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@dragonmaster1963]

This song came out in 1981. A few years later I had moved from the midwest to south Florida. I lived in West Palm Beach. I don't know if it was because being inspired by the Miami Vice episode with In the Air Tonight playing on but I would remove the T-Tops off my new Trans AM and just drive all night only listening to this song. Some nights even going on down to Miami to hang out driving. There were even two times that I got so caught up to this song and found myself down in Key West. I agree with you both, this is one of those songs that will never get old. Love your channel guys.

[@paulamoya7956]

I’ve been listening to this for forty yrs . Never gets old and I listen a lot

[@joemorris9995]

Out of of all the songs to react to, I think when Phil gets on the drums and that mind blown face appears on the reactor is tough to beat.

[@st3wi3D]

This song and "Miami Vice" is forever linked! made that TV show special.

[@beriandavies2111]

That, and Cadbury's chocolate... if you know, you know 😉

[@sherryarflin726]

Man I still get chills when I hear this...great song. This so much better live!!

[@rk41gator]

Love the delight and disbelief when Phil quietly walks up, sits down grabbing the sticks and SMASHES those drums. You hold your breath to the end, amazed. Great performance!

[@quantockbeech]

Thanks Asia and BJ, great reaction. What a mesmerising performance from Phil. Didn't that instant explosion of cheering from the audience say it all?

[@pleutron]

best damn performance of this song i've ever seen him do. thank you guys for reacting to it. and i'm so glad you enjoyed this performance.

[@gerigowers8318]

I've watched this many times and the climax of him hitting those drums gives me chills and brings me to tears every time.

[@RAimotion]

same i hear ya :)

[@gerigowers8318]

@@RAimotion I just watched him tell the story of the song and he said that when it was recorded that was the one and only time he added that. It wasn't supposed to be in there. Can you imagine that song without that part?

[@Carson_Blu]

Damn.....I've watched this so many times. Watching y'all reacting to this his live performance of this song is awesome!!!

[@shooter4805]

One of the best Live Performances Ever.

[@candilumpkin1196]

Yaaasssss!!! Phil on those drums is epic

[@lellyt2372]

That drum run, man! From the first time I heard this song when it came out to right now 2022, gets me EVERT TIME 🤘👏👏👏👏👏 Love Phil Collins

[@STILL-KICKIN]

Many people don’t realize what an amazing drummer Phil Collins actually is… check out his drum duets with Chester Thompson from the Genesis concerts… they will blow you away!

[@erlingk4]

To this day I can still recall the feeling from the very first time I heard this song, waaaaaaaaaaaay back in the 80s, when the famous drumfill kicks in. And the song still gives me the same feeling today! This is one of my forever "go-to" songs.

[@arianablalock]

Over 500,000 people at his concert!!! Phil Collins is the GOAT!!!💯💯💯🔥🔥🔥❤️❤️❤️👏👏👏🏆🏆🏆

[@rosamorales5282]

I love your goosebumps. I got them too. Lol. This was a classic performance. I'm elderly now but when he gets to the drums I'm banging over here too. Love it

[@larrywt656]

One of my favorite songs of all time. Most people my age will immediately think of the amazing scene in the very first episode of Miami Vice in which this was playing in the background. One of the truly greatest moments in TV history.

[@JoeYo77]

Intensity on his face is something. You know this songs no joke. Brings him right back to that day! Btw you guys rock!

[@Psynister_PBP]

Holy crap. When he hopped on those drums... Appreciate the reaction even more since I've never seen this, and don't know that I would have otherwise.

[@littleogeechee223]

Phil was just THE ever loving bomb on this night! The voice was perfection, the emotion and the drama he put into his vocal performance, his facial expressions…just incredible, the timing of this whole sequence…knocks me right out every time! Love it! Love him!

[@maryanngarrimone1153]

This performance is one of greatest I have seen. He's awesome! Love Phil!!! 💞💞💞

[@robbo60h11]

This is one of the best songs of all times, the drum solo's timing and execution is brilliant! Never get bored of listening to it. Enjoy.

[@joellenglass2344]

I have his greatest hits album and my 5 year old knows this song!! I was raised on Phil, especially with the Disney movies soundtracks, most notably Tarzan which is one of our favorites!! He’ll forever be a musical legend!! Big Ups to PHIL!!

[@Edmundrs3rd]

This performance is the definition of compelling. You can't turn away.

[@martyluther4224]

80,000 people in that stadium that night. The man man is Iconic.

[@SIXX2772]

YES!!!!....The live version, he is great live yall.....I seen him live ..BADAZZ GUYS.....Another GREAT one by him is Home by the Sea, its a must guys

[@bigcatmueller]

Phil Collins started out with the band Genesis as their drummer in the late sixties, early seventies, after that he started his solo career.

[@robertwalker1803]

One of the best productions ever…he is so focused.You two are always the best …so respectful.

[@frankbauer5284]

what a brilliant genius .. he wrote definetly music history !!!!

[@becksullivan4796]

THIS is why we love a live concert!!!

[@patrickheffernan7798]

As Texans, y'all might be interested in knowing Phil is a huge fan of Texas and Texana. He recently donated an enormous collection of artifacts, including a cannon, to the Alamo museum. Damned talented musician. He was only supposed to be a drummer, but Genesis put a mic in his face and the rest, as they say, is history.

[@wagstaff6135]

This song was played everywhere, radio and shopping malls and wherever.... felt like I should have been sick of it, at 17 years old. But though I didn't get divorced (which is what this song was about), I went through all the huge changes that most people do, turning 17-18 years old... and this song was always on my mind with huge anticipatory changes. I kind of want to be tired of it and done with it, but this live version reminds me how good it really is.

[@joelwillis2043]

His great-grandchildren are going to be eating on this song.

[@Pomdownuder]

This is the antithesis of 80s pop/rock.The intro to the guitar rif,the drops in tempo,the anticipation of "THE" drum break unheard of for a break to be 3 minutes into a song, if any song sums up the 80s this is it {the link with Miami Vice didn't hurt either (pushed up jacket sleeves included)} Phil dueling drums with Chester Thompson (Genesis & Phils supporting drummer) is a good one to check out if you like drumming perfection.

[@wen-nz3sk]

Awesome to watch you two and that moment when he hits the drums, you react just as the audience does!! 👏🏽 Phenomenal live, blessed to have seen Phil in Genesis and solo. He was on drums with Peter Gabriel on vocals, he stepped out on his own and Phil moved to front. Then Genesis decided to venture in solo areas, all very successful but it's Phil who blew up. He ruled my 70s, entire 80s into the 90!! Absolutely adore Phil. ❤❤ This video becomes even more priceless as we learn Phil can no longer drum do to health issues, so cherish this. AWESOME!! ❤👍🏽👏🏽

[@tanweersharafuddin1919]

I love phil Collins. Hes a musical master from Britain. I've heard the audio or studio version millions of times and us my all time favourite. But I saw the live version today for the first time WOW hes fire ❤🌹👍🏾🔥

[@KirbyPooh]

there is such a beauty in the simplicity to even the complexity of this song. can bring one to tears.

[@kengregory6026]

Blimey..don't know how i'd never seen this before..nice one guys..loved Phil Collins and Genesis in the early days but my interest has somewhat waned over the years,so probably wouldn't have seen this if i wasn't watching your channel. You always look like you're having fun , you're yourselves,you are obviously great together (finishing each others sententences lol) , love music , and you have some very good points to make on the music.Im 57,from UK ,loved music (rock/jazz/soul/blues ,bit of electronica ,mainly) all my love and feel v lucky to be born when i was and being able to see all the great late 70s/80s bands,too many to mention. Btw, I got goosebumps with this one too! cheers,keep up the good work

[@bscott5965]

Just pick a song. Phil is a living legend that rarely misses. Solo, or with Genesis. His last studio album in 2010 was Going Back. Motown was one of his favorite love of music and this album was all covers of Motown. He even signed up all remaining Motown session members for the album. The single Going Back, brings tears to my eyes, every time I hear it. I got to see him for the fifth time 2 years ago in Denver for his Still Not Dead Yet tour. Absolutely phenomenal night! Coming up this Monday November 15th, I get to see him with Genesis for the third time at The United Center in Chicago. Can't freaking wait...

[@Teresia12]

Saw him in concert when he was with Genesis and as a solo artist. He always held me spellbound. The entire audience was in the palm of his hands. We would have done anything he told us to. There's just something about him that is so charismatic. You can't help but just stare with your mouth open. My friend told me " shut your mouth girl before you drool" 😂😂

[@Stoic-Col]

Now THAT'S how you make a reaction video. Great job guys; I absolutely loved this. So real, so engaging, so relatable. Thanks a bunch!

[@sandracole2578]

Asia....the look on your face was priceless. You look soooo pretty when you smile.

[@phineaspepper3530]

I love this song, and my other favorite song of his is "Against All Odds"--I'm a sucker for an angsty ballad.

[@massimo7219]

His voice hasn’t changed one bit, still rocks. Same with his drumming.

[@lestermcgee4746]

Phil Collins music never gets old!! So glad y'all did this live version. It just sets you up for his other famous songs...not only in his solo career, but with the group Genesis and the countless artists who have sampled his music. Blessings again to you Asia and to you BJ!!

[@kimberlygrimm7007]

LOVE Mr Phil Collins! I've never seen Mrs Asia smile so big afor so long! I was raised in the 80's! So, yeah Genesis & Phil Collins was a MUST ❤

[@helgar791]

30 years later that drum fill still gives me goosebumps. Try the gentler side of Phil with "One More Night", and his two heart breakers, "Against All Odds" and "Separate Lives".

[@JDogg1971]

Sure wish KZbin would give us a love button! Thanks for sharing!!

[@cheryljoseph2501]

Goosebumps everytime especially when he hits them drums 🥁 powerful one of the greatest 🙌 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@ladymnpls799]

Miami Vice...that's where I first heard this song, I have never stopped..never will...

[@kelleewolfe3570]

This song still gives me chills!

[@brianoliver4334]

During Live Aid, Phil performed @ Wimbley Stadium, then jumped on a Concord and performed in New York a few hours later!

[@bt9762]

I know everybody loves the drums on this masterpiece but for me it's the guitar. It's played so perfectly the delay is so mesmerising

[@lorinwold6473]

Daryl Stuermer really gives that sound to Phil's solo work and he played bass for Genesis after the original guitarist left the band

[@fay-amieaspen6046]

" Our Eyes & Ears Have Heard The Drop Beat Of His Drums, It Travels From Our Hearts, Right Down To Our Tums, It's His Legendary Drumming, That Will Always Endure, His Beats Keep Matching On, Glory Glory To Phil Collins, Glory Glory To Phil Collins, Glory Glory To Phil Collins, His Beats Keep Marching On "

[@Frostrazor]

YES YES YES!! This is such an epic performance! I'm so glad you read the comments and took the suggestions. Now for another live phenomenal (as in there are no words to really describe it) is Heart's Wilson Sisters singing Stairway to Heaven as a tribute to Led Zeppelin with them in the house, using their late drummer's son to play drums to honor his father's legendary band. It was live at Kennedy Even Center. Very very popular!

[@tanweersharafuddin1919]

Love watch you both such a beautiful couple, we grew up with such amazing music on cassettes. Phil Collins is amazing music master from UK. It's great watch new generation appreciating older music. Asia will love lisa fischer how can I ease the pain 1991. See the video then get more blown away by her live version. She does vocal notes that no one else can do !!!!

[@chimera9812]

This is one of my FAVORITE reactions to this song! Asia’s face when he hits the drums and goes off is so priceless! Thank you for reacting to this version!

[@CapricornQueen7425-g7u]

Phil is giving everybody goosebumps and chills. Incredible!

[@howiedavis2316]

When I was growing up ( i'm 55 now) this song was epic. You should hear the stories and made up tales about the words and lyrics to this song. There are so many Fables and urban legends about the hidden meaning of this song, and surrounding it lol

[@williamjamesayers7719]

Everyone that knows this song has a personal attachment and story from it, and why it means so much to them.

[@lado6718]

Just saw him again in concert 3 years ago, and he’s still phenomenal. This song has a true meaning to him. Look at why it was made…

[@rk41gator]

When I saw Asia and BJ's original reaction I commented about the background story: "Phil was about to go on a really long tour (9 months) and his wife said if you leave, I won't be here when you come back. She had two young kids....tough time. This was before Genesis was a hit band. She ended up having an affair with the interior decorator (one interview Phil put a paint can on his piano). He tried to get her back but no way, so he started writing his songs. I think this is directed at the 'other' guy. Otherwise the lyrics make little sense. He is getting ready to have it out with him (at least in his fantasy). That's why it is SO intense and dramatic. That's my take. Phil says he doesn't know what the words mean, only that he was bitter and angry at the time. Once again I think you nailed it! [oh, the drowning thing is absolutely NOT right. Mr. Collins said it was in no way about some guy drowning] I think the face in the video was that other guy."

[@tedter7200]

Phil Collins is one of the best live performers of all time. You should check out his performance of "Mama" with his band Genesis from 1987 at Wembley stadium. Also a mind blower.

[@geoffsullivan7902]

Ok so Genesis, definitely check out live anything Genesis, Phil is part of Genesis. They’ve had the same touring musicians for 35 plus years, talented- all of them. 😊 Enjoy! ❤️🎼🤘😎🔥

[@rk41gator]

Yes, Phil's drum playing on ANY of Genesis music is butter. He knows just what to do at the right times. The whole band is made up of great musicians and SO tight.

[@frankonthebike]

Grow up with this song, thats exactly what I did in the 80s when Phil released this banger, during he went through his divorce. I was on Sardinia/Italy, made some Camping Vacation at the Beach near the Sea with my Family. I ve heard this Song on my Ghettoblaster as me (12) and my lil Bro (7) went down a river as the Sun goes down and my body just explodes from the chills i got. Well guys, that Masterpiece now is a timetravel for me and i had the same explosions over my whole body like in those early Years before. Just a stunning timeless Masterpiece!

[@makkie211175]

Allthough this is a great song and his performance is amazing, its those damn lyrics that catch my breath every time again, that emotion, the anger, the frustration, i can feel this in every hair on my body... goosebumps.

[@grannyframmy]

I was 13 and this song was just out headbanging to it...I am 57 now! It is a classic and it doesnt get old yall right bout that!