Rapper FIRST time REACTION to Chicago - Make Me Smile!! The horns are CRAZY...

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Rapper FIRST time REACTION to Chicago - Make Me Smile!! The horns are CRAZY...
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[@TheTomcory]

Terry Kath.........that's all. You really want to see something special, check out 25 or 6 to 4 live at the Tanglewood. Terry was one of the best to ever do it.

[@Cchan53]

Yes, it's incredible !!!

[@michele-33]

Yes! One of the top guitar solos ever recorded..💪🏼 So grateful we're able to watch the whole live concert ✨

[@Cchan53]

Bought into them as a teen when they were called "CHICAGO TRANSIT AUTHORITY" before they had to change the name for obvious reasons...

[@dianesorensen2549]

Still doesn’t hold up to the studio version…as great as it is.

[@matthewplowden8610]

It holds up and surpasses it 10x over imo.​@dianesorensen2549

[@RandoReport]

Chicago originally had three singers --- Peter Cetera, Robert Lamm, and Terry Kath. This is Terry, who was also a fantastic guitar player. He passed away very young in January 1978, and the band was never the same after that.

[@xtrmfc]

Facts !!!! .. 👊🏼

[@dannymoore6886]

AMEN! Terry Kath is all you have to know. After Terry's passing, Chicago degenerated into an AM pop rock band that no true rock and roller would get caught dead listening to.

[@thecasper911]

Terry Kath was the true soul of Chicago! After his passing, they still put out good music, but it lacked that soulful touch that made it amazing music!

[@paulwaring5290]

Cetera was a big part for many years until the new producer pushed him towards his solo career. Pankow kept them alive, but without those two voices plus Peter's Bass and Terry's guitar, they've never been the same. I quit buying albums after C17 or 18...

[@waltw4537]

Had forgotten what a great voice Terry had.

[@ZacCostilla]

Their cover of “I’m A Man” is OUTSTANDING! Terry and the boys playing and singing with as much passion as they have ever had!!!

[@netwinters5943]

We definitely had more "happy music" back in the day. Love Chicago.

[@AVGuyhall]

The tragic loss of Terry Kath left a huge hole in their sound. I love all their music, but the early stuff with Terry was amazing.

[@robertmoraga1501]

Indeed!

[@rhondaserges5136]

Chicago is always great .. Saturday in the Park .... A perfect song

[@jenniferneuensmorgan9272]

Waiting on the Fourth of July.

[@cindipossidento5688]

I can remember going to weddings in the 70’s and the #1 song the band would play is COLOR MY WORLD ….

[@lindasalvaterra1304]

My favorite!

[@barbaracline9064]

That was the theme to our high school prom. 😄😄😄😄

[@_Koach]

Colour my world and Saturday in the Park are great next steps here.

[@morganmcintosh7859]

My brother turned me on to these guys when I was 12 years old I'm now 67 and they were part of the soundtrack of my life I actually cried when Terry Kath died

[@kimcutts6153]

🫂🫂🫂

[@Navarre-i1j]

Horns make EVERY song better! They just do.

[@cindipossidento5688]

Yes !!!! Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone !!!!!

[@gilliansl]

Now you MUST do Blood, Sweat, and Tears w. David Clayton Thomas. Spinning Wheel or Bless the Child. LOTS of brass. "Make Me Smile" is a song written by James Pankow for the rock band Chicago with the band's guitarist, Terry Kath, on lead vocals." They were from Chicago and started as the Chicago Transit Authority until Chicago (the city) told them they couplen't use that, so they just shortened it to Chicago. Released 1970, the year I graduated.

[@partndn]

Yes, BP please take this recommendation!

[@MicheleVittitow-lk3gd]

One of my fav BS&T songs LeCretia McEvil!!!

[@laurarominger2073]

Don’t forget “And When I Die”

[@lovesmusic0845]

Great recommendations 🎉

[@sueharviel6510]

BS&T were amazing!!!!!

[@benthompson7139]

Jimi Hendrix called Terry Kath, the guitarist for Chicago, "the best guitarist in the universe"

[@mrsphughes]

I feel like Chicago went a different direction after Terry Kath died. Loved his soulful vocals. If you haven’t yet, “Color My World” ❤

[@laurarominger2073]

Great, simple, beautiful song

[@bjw0515]

Saturday In the Park is one of my all-time favorites by them !

[@greynoise1409]

If he wanted a picnic song....

[@Fbarts]

I haven't heard this song in at least 40 yrs and it came back to me immediately. It also made me SMILE to hear it again. Thanks....

[@kbrewski1]

Why would you deprive yourself of hearing this great music for 40 years?!!😮

[@Fbarts]

@kbrewski1 🤷‍♂️

[@kennethbrown5164]

Terry Kath, Terry Kath, Terry Kath.... what a soulful performance!!

[@Mko007]

Saturday in the Park is SUCH a good song, this of course is great too 🎉

[@waynemoon5359]

I always felt this was Chicago's best song. Incredible horns, phenomenal bass, killer drums, outstanding guitar solo, and Terry's from the guts vocals. Thanks for the reaction!

[@MarioBattaglia-yx4cb]

The band "Chicago" has a huge catalog of music from starting in 1967 through touring today. Terry Kath singing (lead guitar/vocals) on this song had a deep, soulful sound, white Peter Cetera (bass guitar/vocals) was higher pitched and Robert Lamm (keyboards/vocals) in the middle. All 3 men shared singing lead vocal on different songs. Only Lamm is still with the group, among two other original group members.

[@kbrewski1]

The first album CTA came out in 1969.

[@gtplumbing2004]

This is one of their best songs

[@kbrewski1]

If you like this, you need to react to more early brass heavy stuff: 1. INTRODUCTION (first song on 1st album CTA) (KATH vocal) 2. BEGINNINGS (CTA album, LAMM vocal) 3. QUESTIONS 67+68 (CTA album, CETERA vocal, heavy brass). 4 .SATURDAY IN THE PARK (Chicago V wood) (LAMM vocal) SIGNATURE TUNE + exactly the kind of tune you described you wanted to hear! 5. FEELIN STRONGER EVERY DAY (Chicago VI CETERA vocal)

[@Lisagal57]

My high school band used to play Chicago during the football games. They always bring me back to the 70s.

[@lordessducky8494]

Mine too and me too! For me it was early 80’s. 😅

[@graciezundt4201]

70's band geek here, I can't hear a Chicago song without being transported back to high-school marching band 😅.

[@laurarominger2073]

Whenever I hear 24 6 to 4 I have memories of hearing the high school band practicing this song. I think it’s the only song they did. Hahaha

[@dahuffy]

@@laurarominger2073 "25 or 6 to 4"

[@NotBenCoultry]

Man Terry Kath is gonna make you *feel the thing whether it's with his guitar or his voice.

[@mandarinlearner]

The duet of Chicago with the Beach Boys on Wishing You Were Here is truly beautiful

[@michaellockhart554]

This "single" is part of a suite that includes Coulor My World, written by trombonist Jimmy Pankow called Ballet For A Girl From Buchanon

[@annamariadelillo2916]

The HORNS! The HARMONIES! THE VOCALS! - LOVE me some CHICAGO!!!

[@pamacree3890]

Pure creativity and talent. RIP Terry Kath

[@jimbro5223]

Terry Kath the lead guitar in the band is singing. The first 7 albums were with Terry. Then he died and the band took a turn to more Pop music. Peter Citera is the band member you're thinking about. Peter later left the band to go solo.

[@kbrewski1]

Cetera

[@kbrewski1]

Actually Terry was on 8 and 10 (9 was the hits album). 7 was the last great album.

[@lynncasciotti2156]

One of my favorite Chicago songs❤ Terry Kath❤

[@angieday5183]

The whole band was top tier musicians

[@gwydion56]

You never knew what to expect with Chicago, but you knew it will always be good. So much variety, so much goodness.

[@Frankincensedjb123]

The Terry Kath years were magical, such great rock, soul, blues, jazz. They were THE premier band of that era, even Hendrix was a huge fan and said Kath was the greatest guitarist he'd ever seen.

[@LoraHauschildt-d4e]

I love pulling up Chicago when on a long drive....no matter the traffic conditions or delays I stay mellow ❤❤❤❤

[@unjaded2]

THIS LINEUP IS THE CHICAGO THAT COMES TO MIND WHEN I THINK BACK TO MY EARLY DAYS.. SATURDAY IN THE PARK......

[@MikeOstrowski-iq8wf]

Terry Kath…. The one and only ! ❤️🔥🎸

[@subwaygoddess1]

This was the first song I ever heard by Chicago, and it has always been my favorite. I’m so happy you reacted to it!

[@pamnicklas5536]

I used to play this song in band haha....I have always loved Chicago! Danny Seraphine is one of my favorite drummers. Terry Kath R.I.P. who is the singer on this song also plays lead guitar. Even Jimi Hendrix admired him. I did see Chicago back in 1982 but unfortunately it was after Terry Kath's passing. Great show of course!😊

[@bobelliott9426]

One of the only self-described as a "rock and roll band with horns," their songs often also combine elements of classical music, jazz, R&B, and pop music. Give a listen to 25,6,4 and color my world.

[@leilanijarrett7002]

Terry Kath one time Jimmy Hendrix said he was the greatest guitarist. I love the depth of his voice. He tragically died messing around with his gun. They hailed from Chicago. Colour My World is mostly instrumental and my favorite. The very few lyrics say everything. Keep up the good work. You are awesome

[@kbrewski1]

Color My World is a ballad, sung by Kath. The entire "Ballet" Suite has much more music. A shame he didn't know that and play the entire Suite.

[@jahl14]

Question 67 and 68 is killer!!

[@Augirl78]

Omg, my favorite!!!! Chicago Transit Authority. Sooooo good

[@randyallaben9900]

Chicago II. LEARN IT. LIVE IT. LOVE IT! Terry Kath. Hendrix’s favorite guitar player.

[@Kram62]

I’m a bassist, this is in my top five favorite songs to play.

[@danastearns7939]

the song & lyrics were written by the trombonist - James Pankow. this song is part of "A Ballad for a girl from Buchanon", consisting of 3 songs - all written by the trombonist, on the album - Chicago II. Kath is the lead singer - harmonies/background vocals of Peter Cetera and Robert Lamm. Kath's vocals, low/gravelly sound and soulful - he was often referred to as "the white Ray Charles". The brass section consists of trumpet and trombone; their woodwinds guy plays sax and flute. Cetera (bass) and Lamm (keyboards) were the other singers for the band. The horns, woodwinds and keyboards players all went to music graduate schools - they know how to layer music and compose. They called themselves "The rock group with horns" and mix rock/R&B/Jazz with some classical leanings. The most successful rock group of the 70's - had more top 10 hits in that decade than anyone. Over 40 tops 100. The 2nd most successful and long-lasting American group of all time - only The Beach Boys have sold more albums/earned more/lasted longer. Had several Grammy nominations - won one for "If you Leave me now" (1976) The success of that ballad made way for future music directions of the band - especially after Kath's death, with Cetera singing most of the love ballads. In 2015 Billboard ranked Chicago as #15 rock band of all time. Chicago is in Rock Hall of Fame , and the 3 songwriters of the group - Lamm, Cetera and Pankow are in the Songwriters Hall of Fame.

[@bluetopguitar1104]

A Great song from those optimistic times when we were making progress. We need to get that spirit back.

[@kbrewski1]

BRASS = JAMES PANKOW>Trombone, wrote most of the brass charts, leader of the band LEE LOUGHNANE>Trumpet WALTER PARAZAIDER>wind instruments, saxophone, flute, some reed inst

[@missst4063]

One of my favorites by Chicago is a bit underappreciated - "Just You 'N' Me", which is also an upbeat (happy) song. But there are so many great ones, really. "Beginnings" is another one; "Saturday in the Park" is another.

[@bobdelp2023]

OHHHHHH YEAHHH!!! 😊CAN'T GO WRONG WITH THIS BAND ROBERT! 💯👍

[@johnnyd5285]

They were some of the most talented musicians in a band ever! It’s Terry Kath, the guitarist singing on this one.

[@johncheney950]

Rock and Roll with a big band sound.

[@kimgrueber4229]

Cry sweet tears of joy, touch the sky!! My favorite line in my favorite Chicago song.

[@jacqueline4514]

Grew up as a kid in the early 70’s with my very very young parents playing the BEST music; Chicago albums were on regular rotation, as was Led Zeppelin, Creedence, Janis Joplin, Motown, Beatles, so much more. This song brings me back to happy Saturdays in our apartment in the Bronx ❤. Please consider reacting to 25 to 4, Beginnings, Stronger Every Day, Saturday In The Park, if you haven’t already; they are all great!

[@LisaPoole-z6r]

Same here, only it was with my older siblings playing the music.

[@michelelawshe4025]

I was born in 1967!

[@jacqueline4514]

Same’ 1967 😊

[@angelaolson2025]

They are so awesome & thank you for this one! We need some happy music 🎶 right now! 😊😊😊

[@stuarthornsby7023]

One of the best groups of that era. I have seen them several times & already have tickets to see them in 2025 down at the Hardrock in South Florida. Do the vocals sound the same? No, but I don't sound the same or move the same. Love them. Thanks Mr. P.

[@ddraiss]

If you haven't checked out Leonid and Friends, you need to. They are a primarily Chicago tribute band that sounds like Chicago use to, just with better recording equipment.

[@michaeldinsen7641]

Saw them in 2017. The trio of brass was astounding. Especially considering they were in their 70s

[@catherinekoch3735]

Chicago always blew me away. They were so original and innovative. Nothing else like them.

[@lisaborel7714]

Thanks for making me smile. I started today feeling a little blue with everything going on in our country today and worrying about our future. I think I’ll listen to some more Chicago. It’s such great music! 😊

[@danastordalen623]

Right? Same here😂

[@LauraLVTGW]

Don't worry Trump's got this!! USA!🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@timbo7457]

I was lucky to see them on a small stage, just after Terry Kath passed away. This song is from the Terry Kath era, Jimi Hendrix said he was the best guitarist he had seen. Nothing better on a Sunday morning than a good fix of Chicago.....

[@Cchan53]

That was the best era in my opinion...

[@jamescox9427]

I will also add this song was actually the first and seventh parts of a suite named "Ballad for a girl in Buchannon". The change up you heard was the splice was made to create a single for radio play. The entire suite was written by James Pankow, the trombone player. It was his attempt to win back a girl form Buchannon. "Colour my World" is another single's hit that is from this suite.

[@kbrewski1]

It's BALLET

[@jamescox9427]

@@kbrewski1 You're right. Please forgive this old man.

[@cindipossidento5688]

In the 70’s it was always BLOOD SWEAT & TEARS CHICAGO EARTH WIND & FIRE !!! My top 3

[@DeniseNicarry]

Great picks. I would have to add CCR & Three Dog Night & make them the top 5.

[@jamescox9427]

When you asked is that a trumpet or a trombone, I had to laugh and answer yes, and a little bit of saxophone.

[@JeanetteFaith]

Color My World is my favorite by Chicago.

[@DonnaKubiski]

Mine too, only it's Colour.

[@JeanetteFaith]

@@DonnaKubiski I didn't know Chicago was from England. lol....

[@DonnaKubiski]

​@@JeanetteFaithNever knew why James Pankow spelled it that way. Guess it's one of the mysteries of life. 😊

[@JeanetteFaith]

@ hmm...maybe he wanted to be fancy.......

[@whatlolawants2167]

Definitely ❤❤❤❤❤

[@jimbrown868]

BP: You should listen to "Dialogue Parts 1 and 2". Two young people talking about the problems in the world and what they can do to solve them. It's amazing how some things never change. I know you'd love it.

[@jonk6513]

If you haven’t done “Introduction” yet, try it out. It is the first song on the first Album, Chicago Transit Authority, from ‘69. It truly introduces this band into existence. It was written by Terry Kath who is the guitarist, the Ray Charles sound-alike singer from “Make Me Smile” and the soul of the, at least, first 8 albums (all worth review, imo). Terry died in ‘78. Peter Cetera is the bass player and the voice of ‘80’s Chicago. Digging what you’re doing. Thanks

[@armorer94]

I remember as a kid one of the local stations used this song as the intro music for their newscast.

[@DonnaKubiski]

Love this song! I'm from Chicago, and I saw them in concert twice. The first time was in 1973 at the Chicago Stadium with Terry Kath and Peter Cetera and the second time in 1992 on a double bill with the Moody Blues without the two of them. I thoroughly enjoyed both concerts. And BP, to answer your question, yes, they are from Chicago. Five of the seven original members were either born in the city or a surrounding suburb, and the other two moved here with their families at age 8 and 15. I actually grew up in the same Chicago neighborhood as drummer Danny Seraphine. I agree with everyone who recommended "Colour My World" for a reaction. Terry is the lead singer on it also and it's a beautiful song which I think you will love.

[@kbrewski1]

I think they went to DePaul and that's where they met Lamm.

[@DonnaKubiski]

@kbrewski1 Lamm attended Roosevelt University. Pankow, Loughnane and Parazaider went to DePaul.

[@kbrewski1]

@DonnaKubiski Yep, wasn't sure about Lamm, but they met while in college that led to forming the band. Probably doing gigs around the Chicago area.

[@z-man2343]

This was an edited-down-for-radio version of this song, which is only part of the suite titled "Ballet for a Girl from Buchannon" composed by the trombone player James Pankow. It is off the absolutely epic Chicago ll double album...one of the best albums from that, or any era.

[@landiahillfarm6590]

We lost Mr. Kath far too soon, he was truly one of a kind. Been loving Chicago for as long as I can remember, I think I was 7 or 8 years old and spent HOURS listening to their album as soon as I got permission to use the [nice] family stereo all on my own, this was back in 1970.

[@jakesbel8237]

Their talent just shines! They were well trained musicians in instruments and vocals. Never a bad song. I’ve seen them live multiple times back in their heyday.

[@BernieEngel]

I Love your channel, you and Chicago put a big smile on my face this morning.

[@jameslhota3712]

Terry Kath (lead guitarist) era 69-78 he is the lead singer on make me smile .

[@GloriaRinker]

Saw Chicago at the Spectrum in Philadelphia in November of 1975. My 1st concert. Saw them 5 times. Seats were behind the stage but they were good. Thx for the reaction!

[@ClearlyBlissful]

One of my favorite Chicago songs. The older music with Terry was the best in my opinion.

[@KennyFisher-io4dm]

IDK if you read these comments or no! I am 68 YO and have owned my 67 SS350 Camaro 50 years this year! Why mention a 67 Camaro(convertible), because in the 70s I was in the USCG, stationed on the USCG cutter Ingham! I lived 200 miles from station and would leave on Sunday nights to be back for duty, 200 miles in 2.5 hours, going through Richmond before bypass! Listening to the great Chicago on 8-track, wore them all out! This is my all time favorite! My wife and I have been together 45 years married and 50 years total! We went to see Chicago at the Norfolk Scope in '77, when Terry Kath was still alive, and what a show! Need to listen to 25 or 6 to4 live at Tanglewood! i really enjoy your face as you truly "listen" to the music! I love Jesus too!

[@goyhoipolloi]

When you have a 60 year career you've had the roll with the changes ( as REO Speedwagon once wrote and recorded) in music while also retaining your distinct sound. They did that successfully! They are legends with so many great songs covering 60 decades! Incredible. Love these guys.

[@heathersibbald9464]

I love this song! Along with "Saturday in the Park", these are my favourite Chicago songs

[@ronaldsinagra8825]

The extended version of this song is called Ballad For a Girl In Buchannon. It's comprised of several songs from the album that flow together beautifully.

[@kbrewski1]

It's BALLET not Ballad.

[@1hit1ders]

BP, if you like Chicago, check out also the horns used in "Vehicle" by Ides of March (1970) or "One Fine Morning" by Lighthouse (1971). I think these bands were inspired by Chicago's success and did some rocking tunes in homage! Leonid & Friends (Russian band) did some great covers of those two songs fairly recently, as well as many of Chicago's hits that you can see on their YT channel.

[@richardryan8462]

Actually, from how you’ve described this song, it sounds like you were talking about “Saturday in the Park” by Chicago. I only hope you’ll put that somewhere on your listening list.

[@kbrewski1]

I suspect he's heard it before and he's either tripping or he suffers from ADD. His description was spot on Sat in the Park.

[@TheCkent100]

This song was from Chicago's second album. The version you played is the single version. The album version is part of a seven song cycle known as the "Ballet for a Girl in Buchannon". The seven songs are: "Make Me Smile" / "So Much to Say, So Much to Give" / "Anxiety's Moment" / "West Virginia Fantasies" / "Colour My World" / "To Be Free" / "Now More Than Ever". The full length "Ballet" runs for almost 13 minutes, far too long to be placed on a 45 rpm vinyl single, which has a run time limit of 5 minutes. The single version was an edited version that combined "Make Me Smile" with "Now More Than Ever". The lead singer on "Make Me Smile", "Colour My World" and "Now More Than Ever" was guitarist Terry Kath. Robert Lamm did the lead vocal on "So Much To Say, So Much To Give". The other songs were instrumentals. The songs were written by trombonist James Pankow in an attempt to win back his ex-fiance that was attending college at Wesleyan College in Buckhannon, West Virginia. You may notice the spelling difference between the name of the Ballet and the town that the college is located in. That's because the record label messed up the spelling when they put it on the album. The pronunciation would also be different, with Buchannon being pronounced Byu-cannon, and Buckhannon being pronounced Buck-hannon. To this day, the members of Chicago still pronounce it the way it should have been labeled on the album - Buck-hannon.

[@PerryWalker-og5js]

Best way I can describe it, when Terry Kath is on lead Chicago is a rock and soul group. It just happeneds to be my favorite style of rock and roll

[@kbrewski1]

How do you explain Color My World?

[@CBB672]

They have a song called Saturday in the Park!

[@suecook1326]

You're talking the Terry Kath era. He was the guitarist who did the solo at Tanglewood in 25 Or 6 To 4. Terry is singing lead on this song. As for the horns, there was a trumpet, sax and trombone. Yes, they were from Chicago. Their name was the Chicago Transit Authority after the subway system but the city of Chicago found that too confusing and asked them to change it. Anyway Terry accidentally killed himself with a gun he thought was empty and that ended the Terry Kath era. The record company forced them into a mellow, love story type of sound.

[@rubroken]

The song you picked was part of a bigger medley of songs that is one track on their album, wish you had done the "whole" song, but any Chicago song is great

[@lovesmusic0845]

I may have said this before but I love Chicago! I saw them twice in concert in the 1970s. One of the best live bands I’ve ever heard. You don’t just hear them in concert, their music live moves through your body like nothing I ever felt before. Awesome!

[@jvsmith7888]

If you like horns you should check out a song called "Vehicle" by a group called The Ides of March, great song. Also, you will probably like a group called "Blood Sweat and Tears", great horns.

[@johnmyers1069]

Terry Kath was the 'soul' of the early Chicago rock era. Amazing guitar player and under-rated singer. Peter Cetera and Robert Lamm were the leaders after Kath's death. IMHO, the lost their mojo with Kath's passing.

[@kbrewski1]

Pankow was always the band's "leader".

[@heathersibbald9464]

This has to be the most exuberant love song ever!

[@maryl3958]

Loved your reaction..grew up listening to Chicago and saw them at UC Berkeley at the Greek😊 in about 1980! Enjoy your reactions so much..thank you❤

[@ruthlafler5622]

And I saw them in Berkeley at the Greek about twenty years later. One of the tours they did with Earth, Wind and Fire. Horns galore!

[@hamaholic]

I can't strongly enough recommend listening to the whole first LP, Chicago Transit Authority. They were innovative, shocking, virtuosos in every way. One of the best rock albums EVER! And yes, I know that means a lot, but that album backs it up. Thanks for the great reactions!

[@cliftonparago4547]

The is the late Terry Kath (guitar artist), one of three guys who took turns singing lead. The others were Robert Lamm (keyboardist and song writer) and Peter Cetera (bassist that quit to go solo).

[@raymoles]

The most talented band ever.

[@michaelakkerman407]

Masterpiece!!!!

[@angieday5183]

Terry Kath singing. He was the lead guitarist too

[@kbrewski1]

Chicago was the first active band that I really started obsessing about as a young teenager circa 1972. I had heard some songs on the radio, but in 72-73 I started buying albums with my lawn cutting $$. Their first 3 albums crazily enough were all DOUBLE LPS with fold out covers. They were a little more expensive so I think I bought the newly released Chicago V first. It had the huge smash hit single SATURDAY IN THE PARK on it. Then I went backwards and eventually got the first 3 albums. Chicago put their iconic script logo on every album with different looking artwork for each. Chicago V was the "wood" album. I finally went to see Chicago in 1976 with a group of HS friends. What a great concert and great memories. Hearing that brass section live was a treat. Just 2 years later, lead guitarist and one of the 3 lead singers TERRY KATH (who sang this song) died due to a self inflicted gun shot. There were conflicting stories as to what happened, but most likely drugs or alcohol were involved and it was listed as an accident/carelessness I think, although there were rumors about Russian roulette. Very sad. After 1978 they were never quite the same, although they had started moving towards more ballads and "pop" songs in the late 70s. In the early 80s Peter Cetera, the bass player, dominated most of the hit singles, again more ballad heavy. So the best Chicago imo was from CTA to Chicago X, roughly 69 to 80. But Chicago has carried on for a long time with the 3 piece brass section and keyboard player and lead singer Robert Lamm. 4 of the original 7. Even with the changes and the death of Kath and loss of Peter Cetera to solo, they continued to be a very good live band. I saw them at least 3 more times in the 90s and 2000s, one show a double bill with Earth Wind & Fire, which was great, and the last time they played the entire Chicago II album including this entire Make Me Smile suite, and they did justice to the album, but I missed KATH and CETERA.

[@pamelawertz498]

Have you done Saturday In the Park? That's a feel good song.

[@MathewCummins]

You're hearing the greatness of Terry Kath! The other guy with the high pitched voice was the bass player Peter Cetera, who had his own successful solo career later. Chicago was incredible, especially while Terry was alive

[@pollynicklas5220]

I used to play this in high school band lol!

[@randybryant4329]

Me, too.

[@ddraiss]

"It's sunny outside chilling in the park vibes" that would be the song "Saturday in the Park"

[@kbrewski1]

Which I bet he's heard...

[@leecloaked1059]

Saturday in the park next!!!

[@payleighsteele1540]

Jimmy Pankow is the trombonist (Still!) and is a dynamo on stage! So much energy.

[@warrenfoil6851]

I graduated from high school in 1971, this was my favorite band. The addition of the horns with a band that could have stood alone put them over the top. I guess you're listening to the Kath era Chicago, though I've never heard it described that way. The band definitely changed after Terry Kath died. That's probably the Peter Cetera Era, although Cetera was there from the start.

[@allengator1914]

This was Chicago's first big hit song that put them on the map. The name you were trying to come up with is Peter Cetera.

[@Joseph-f9m7s]

Maybe??? But I remember their first record songs when they were sort of still CTA, Does anyone really know what time it is AND The beginnings. Both played heavily in my NYC Markey. And of course the radios played Saturday in the park to death.😊

[@kbrewski1]

​​@@Joseph-f9m7s Saturday in the Park didn't come until Chicago V. But yeah, Beginnings and Does Anybody Really Know.... both charted pretty high.