Possession Obsession (1988) - Hall & Oates

Oct.14 (Tokyo)

[@Batpantaloons]

John's voice perfectly compliments Daryl's. I can't get over his voice.

[@lilamuzik3385]

Grace Straight

[@donfewell3721]

complements. yes.

[@leeklein4199]

Yeah!

[@kaderaider3089]

Las Vegas Turnaround is a great example

[@peterleeson1750]

John really shines in this song, his best H & O, lead vocal performance.

[@mikestevenson576]

I vote for Italian Girls.

[@leeklein4199]

Agree sir.

[@kaderaider3089]

Imo that title goes to Had I Known You Better Then

[@marcstevens3761]

I liked his old folk songs from the late sixties better, however, I greatly disagree with an old friend of mine that said this song sounds like Culture Club. I never commented on that. Guess He was used to hearing Daryl sing lead. Favorite song from them was She's Gone.

[@GBPLVR]

I didn't even realize John ever sang lead. This blew my mind!🤔🤯👏🏻🎵🎶💜

[@maryanncunningham3440]

I love how John sings this song. His voice really comes through. I listen to this over and over.

[@lisabaltzer4190]

I had no idea he could sing like this.

[@octavianapanait1918]

I did'nt knew what beautiful Voice has this guy..Darryl also but he was a very nice surprise..

[@chuckgriffin453]

Oates, NOT just a sideman

[@DONMASON45]

damn right

[@carolina303]

So right. LOVE him 💓💓💓

[@miguelperro614]

John once described himself as the most underrated, overpaid backup singer in the business.

[@robinlight]

YES GAWD!!!!!

[@tommiegirl2441]

This should be required viewing for those H&O fans who discovered the band in the 80s and thought John was just along for the ride. No guitar and no discussion... just John, out front with the mike, rocking the actual hell out of Possession Obsession with a killer range and a pair of sweet tight jeans (Sigh... Dear God!). Way awesome. Love it!

[@MsMissy314]

Yes!

[@mommabear6652]

Yeah he’s very nice looking!!! He got a nice bod🥰

[@michelepfaff5363]

John was always amazing

[@lilamuzik3385]

Totally agree.

[@maryellenshock]

I discovered them in the 70's. Been a huge fan since!

[@lilamuzik3385]

Here I am again....May 2024.....loving John' s fabulous rendition.

[@cccantlivewithoutfarrar5181]

John Oates performs Perfect

[@erikbedard713]

This was the last time they are sang this song live. They need to bring it back.

[@MsMissy314]

Yes!

[@RKaas1]

John oates' chance to shine and he does it so well.

[@sharronarturi7958]

Ooh yeah! Love this song💖❤”Possession Obsession” sing it guys! ❤🎉😍‼️✨😎👍

[@amalia5699]

Hall and Oats are match made in heaven. This song is so underrated. 🙌🏽

[@milagroslp9939]

Love it !! After I heard it has become my favorite😉💖

[@soldiersvejk2053]

now😢

[@cccantlivewithoutfarrar5181]

John Oates. I almost hear a little Smokey and Latin funk at the same time! BRAVO....

[@sandyherron4391]

I have watched every hall & oates interview I could find and one thing that I find rare is the healthy attitude these guys have for each other. Each one appreciates the other and has not let petty jealousy come into the relationship. I've heard Daryl praise the writing and the unique ability that John has to find the perfect note when harmonizing. I've also heard John remark on Daryl's extraordinary vocal range and he was glad that Daryl had the gift of entertaining because he tends to be more introverted. Maybe that is why they were so successful. John in no way ever express that he felt Daryl was egotistical. Both of them valued what they contributed as well as the contributions of the other members if the band.

[@MsMissy314]

Great post!!!!

[@vanessaperez794]

Sandy Herron so true. Nice post.

[@user-yd3kn5wx2y]

hall + oates = brother of art and best friends very goodness

[@mikestevenson576]

Well, Daryl has said he doesn't like being "half of something". But John, you're right. Considering this started as something of an equal partnership and Daryl emerged as the star, John has left remarkably no evidence of envy or resentment. I just read his autobiography and in 500 pages there wasn't a single word about this.

[@sandyherron4391]

@@vanessaperez794 thanks

[@perditioncomplication1242]

My favorite Hall and Oates song. Awesome! 2021 and beyond!

[@pjeltonlover]

He just came in to my work today...my mouth fell open and I had to say hello....amazing vocalist

[@markarmstrong6583]

pjeltonlover what? where do you work

[@johnboy2349]

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[@maryellenshock]

I'm jealous!

[@decacards5250]

Big 80's hair, I wish it could come back.

[@BlueEyes-gp8lg]

80's hair alone is responsible for leveling the ozone layer...

[@sophiakoulart]

@@BlueEyes-gp8lg 😂😂😂

[@fiercemakeup31]

Your wish came true love

[@xPlantpoTx]

absolutley brillant vocals from john, daryl can hit the high notes and all but john should of taken lead alot more often. long live H20

[@marcstevens3761]

Shame. The songs they released as singles with John singing lead just didn't sell. Do remember The Emptiness, How Does It Feel To Be Back & Italian Girls. All great songs.

[@dereka79]

John proves that he can really sing very, very well, too!!!

[@amandaxavier1508]

I just love John's vocal ❤️

[@tysongames2750]

Freakin'... Blown... AWAY!!!! Seriously never knew John sang, let alone this good. Why was he never allowed to sing??? I feel cheated!!!

[@maryellenshock]

John (in my opinion) never got the credit I thought he deserved -- maybe he wanted it that way. I agree totally underrated.

[@lakegirl451]

Can you believe that great looking hair?!

[@1995bisquick]

I normally favor the regular version of songs vs live but I actually like this version over the album

[@kaderaider3089]

John Oates let loose is something to behold

[@znichelle]

WOW! Loved it! I had never seen John in the forefront w/o the guitar. He is an even better singer than I thought. What a way to share the spotlight Darryl!

[@catolog96]

I got an obsession alright...with watching this video! Love ya John!

[@Rich1964]

Love this song, John Oates in a great performance.!

[@StarZendonna1687]

John Oates can really sing well. I am surprised that the label wanted Darryl to sing more than John that wasn't very nice.

[@Isotec1]

in an interview John revealed that is true and there was also reports it was causing bad blood between him and Daryl.He and Daryl should restructure their contract or go to another label.

[@rjackson3784]

he actually sang lead on one of their first big hits " sara smile"

[@iancook2497]

He leads on 'Italian Girls' too. It's the sum of the parts......the band comprised/still contains great musicians too. I guess you get that when you're the greatest duo ever!!

[@spyderj3756]

Susan Graham When they first started in the early 70's, John wasn't a very strong singer. And Daryl is so DYNAMIC!! It was a no brainier. John has improved soooo much in the past years. I absolutely LOVE this song.

[@spyderj3756]

R Jackson That was Daryl who sang lead.

[@creamlandstudios]

john looks nice in them jeans!

[@MsMissy314]

Love this one John!!! Thank you both for such great music. The lyrics really strike a chord in my heart,. just as they did when I was young. You guys totally rock!!!

[@JohnBoyBeattie]

John is such as great singer and songwriter. Love all of his live performance of this song, from the 1985 Liberty and Apollo concerts to the acoustic Live From Daryl’s House performance (if you haven’t seen that check it out, it’s incredible).

[@rosewallace3493]

I love John Oates so much and he's so sexy and I love his voice and the way he plays guitar is awesome and I love how he dresses!💙💙❤❤

[@sabrina2749]

Fabulous! They just never fail to make me smile! :))

[@GBPLVR]

I had this album in the 80s and loved this song along with others like Method of modern love, Out of touch and Some things are better left unsaid. I never knew John sang lead on this and just kinda thought he was the other guy. This was awesome to see. I didn't know John could sing like that! 😳👏🏻🙌🏻👍🏻 I grew up without cable TV and so I missed out on MTV. Seeing the videos now on KZbin is Awesome!🎵🎶💜

[@yatgrave1120]

Oww, tha's a interesting and lovely experience!🥰 thanks for sharing! Surely was a good surprise for you. John's voice is magic

[@ytyo4094]

ライブなのに、彼の声がCD音源と遜色ない。凄い。 Google Translate）Even though it's a live performance, his voice is as good as the CD sound source. amazing.

[@markbeall469]

Those two are like rum and coke- better than either beverage taken by itself

[@humboldt777]

Mark Beall yes sir.

[@daisydoodle73]

I love this...Oates gets to sing lead in his double denim rhinestones xx

[@paulpulcinello9478]

Tommie girls comment is spot on. John Oates is not just along for the ride!

[@lilamuzik3385]

Love John. Do under rated.

[@PRETTYtsKELLY]

( exhales and wipes away sweat and drool ) i just realized something .. I stopped breathing for 5 minutes and 21 seconds

[@kevinweeks2798]

^ like... !

[@MsMissy314]

Me too!!!

[@MsMissy314]

O my gosh love this band - - -

[@joettajohnson9701]

very very good performance by John!

[@lilamuzik3385]

Watching again, and again and again......one of my favorite videos.

[@SuperVodkaChick]

John Oates should have been on lead vocals MORE!! He is just so fine!

[@pathesselgrave6903]

John, oh John....sooooo fine!

[@Isotec1]

he is a good singer.He revealed it is the record company who wants Daryl's lead vocal songs to get more exposure than his.

[@donfewell3721]

The record companies want uncomplicated branding, and Daryl was already identifiable with prior songs on his part, singing lead.

[@indigojc]

great version!

[@campsjams]

I love the vocal breakdown on this track. Fantastic harmonies.

[@matheusborgesv]

If we had more sax solos in the music nowadays people for sure would have more sex

[@michelepfaff5363]

Love John's voice!!

[@yatgrave1120]

5:17 How could you just sing like thaat and then finalize with that serious face like nothing amazing just happened? haha I loveee John

[@billduncan411]

I attended Temple University and John Oates was a Journalism major at Temple. Glad to see that egomaniac Daryl Hall let nice guy John sign lead on a song.

[@isabel1983]

Legends! their voices are impeccable 😍

[@S3V3R3DH3AD]

Good lord, John is thicker than a bowl of oatmeal.

[@deanbrady2841]

Well I wasn’t expecting tht absolutely class wow !

[@youthyfagin5973]

“How you feeling...?”😂❤️

[@MsMissy314]

O m gosh this is good one!

[@vincentalorro4127]

my favorite

[@rastamouse1988]

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[@princenamor1939]

John Oates, Ladies and Gentleman. John Oates!

[@lindataylor5627]

John is one fantastic singer and the studio version to this really stinks and the released video to it also...!!!!. - So please guys start releasing all the sound tracks from the Concerts in Hong Kong onto New Cd's and other concerts because your heart and soul really give your Video Taped Concerts a real blast... Another is It's A Laugh, Sara Smiles.. Far Superior to the Studio Version.... BIG Please Daryl & John.... !!!!!

[@dingoledingus9039]

John had the velveeta cheese voice of the band, if we're being honest here.

[@CuSu-333]

To be honest, the live version of Possession Obsession is better than the studio album

[@miguelperro614]

Andrew have you heard the live one from The Apollo? Must be heard to be believed.

[@杨亚风]

Miguel Perro the live one from Apollo is definitely the best live cover ever of this song.

[@makhines431]

miss the 80s sound....

[@MANDALORETHEMGTOW]

The best version in my opinion.

[@slendus8363]

id suggest the apollo theater one in may 1985.

[@UPONAVON]

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[@NDW85]

Great performance from this gig. Also, who's playing the sax?

[@MsMissy314]

Would have loved to been front row on this one!!!

[@cateyez1980]

Amen!!!!

[@MsMissy314]

Yup sure miss those days!!!

[@cateyez1980]

Lol I agree with you. I probably would've wanted to jump on stage. Yes, they were such great times and I really miss those days too.

[@magicmanscott40k]

They killed it. Sounds exactly like the music video. Nice

[@jakobjackson1919]

My personal favorite Daryl Hall & John Oates song!

[@MariaE99]

My favorite H&O song!

[@lilamuzik3385]

Here i am again... Gotta have my John Oates fix.

[@---Johanna---]

This is in great quality. Thanks for posting this.

[@SylvieVERDI]

Many thanks for this post of the H&O concert in the Big Egg. Love Daryl !

[@ladyavalon79]

Their performance of this song at the Apollo was something else. Listening to them ask "Can I get my hands on it?" totally messed me up 😂

[@chrisandersen5635]

Check out the live 'BeBop Drop' clip from 1979 that is found elsewhere on here. Even as a dyed in the wool John fan, this was a revelation when first I saw it a number of years back. It's here on KZbin and easy to find: Bebop/Drop! I wish they would do more of the co lead vocals like on Whole Oates and Abandonned Luncheonette. They sound so free and fun and together!

[@danv_99]

does someone know where can I watch or buy the whole concert?? I really need to watch it😭

[@JonathanBrandonBissoo]

3:06 I just came

[@walkerb1734]

Such a great song. Not sure why it isn’t in the setlist every night!

[@humboldt777]

Super, super, super!

[@cristinaquintana7190]

IS MARK RIVERA ON THE SAX???

[@TomandBoo]

Yes it is. He's usually with Billy Joel.

[@sandyherron4391]

There was an earlier post I can’t find that says jobs vocal sounds like an angel yawning😂😂. This is not mean to be an insult at all. I just thought it was a clever analogy.

[@CarlosBuguenoPacheco]

Disco Waikiki Quintero recuerdo mis mejores años de juventud lo mejor de lo mejor

[@pierrelabrecque6961]

Yesssss 👍😀❗️

[@amyknarr2270]

Omg

[@janicepritchard4871]

Cutest jeans!

[@lilamuzik3385]

Here i am again...worshipping John Oates Dec 2023

[@marieboide7029]

Excellent John 😍😍😍😍

[@evangelistkennyhamptonjr]

These Are The Greatest Duo Of All Time Blue Eyed Soul Brothers

[@bwisnieski1335]

john oates ladies and gentlemen

[@angelica1358]

I love Hall and Oates!! ❤️❤️❤️🇨🇱

[@kharlos1981]

🇨🇱 tb 😊

[@kymelieleonard6490]

👏👏👏👏👏Goo John wit' yo' solo, Daryl and John, Goooo

[@yatgrave1120]

I loveeee the harmonies of the rest of the band

[@sharronarturi7958]

Ooh John can dance love ❤ this song Sing it John💥⭐️🔥💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕

[@AllahBronxJesusGod]

3:05 sounded like an angel yawning!

[@sandyherron4391]

Zachary Hocker this is my favorite post ever. I had to post a comment cuz it was getting close to the bottom of the comment list. I laugh every time I read it.

[@miguelperro614]

They killed this one Live at the Apollo.

[@nancyvergaramylifemyloveforeve]

Hermosa faceta de JOHN 😂❤

[@MsMissy314]

Back again!!! Love this band!!!

[@ericbriceno3750]

Beutifour music very very good song 👍👏👏🇨🇱

[@thatone8085]

Moustached singer.

[@MrTaurus48228]

One of my favorite song

[@user-yd3kn5wx2y]

GOOD ARTISTS

[@quad5186]

Forgive me if I repeat myself, saw this, Ooh Yeah! tour (?) damn they were good !!!