Rapper FIRST time REACTION to Linda Ronstadt - Blue Bayou ! Oh My !!

[@allenruss2976]

You can thank Linda for the Eagles. They were originally studio musicians. They were backing her in the studio and she told them they were too good to just be studio musicians. The rest is history

[@karensilvera6694]

Yes indeed! Did you see induction to the rock and roll Hall of Fame? Glenn Frye's speech was amazing.

[@allenruss2976]

@@karensilvera6694 no but I'll look it up. Thanks

[@kurtsaxton823]

That is false information. Don Henley and Glenn Frey were part of her touring band. At the end of that tour Don and Glenn decided to make their own band. Linda and her boyfriend JD Souther, helped them get musicians together that finally formed Eagles. It's very well documented there's an interview with Linda and an interview with Glenn Frey that says exactly that.

[@RogerThatImages]

​​@@kurtsaxton823- I had always heard that Don Henley sang the male backup on the studio version of this song. Kinda looks like him in this video also. I guess I heard wrong info.

[@kurtsaxton823]

@@RogerThatImages definitely not. This was a Roy Orbison song, that he was unable to make popular, other people tried as well. Linda killed it. Anyways, Linda's boyfriend at the time JD Souther was friends with Glenn Frey, in her Troubadour days. Don Henley was a Texas outsider. Glenn and Don hit it off while they were on tour with Linda because they were roommates. Linda and JD Souther had everything to do with the Eagles getting started. They introduced them to their future band mates. And fun fact, Linda actually recorded Desperado before Eagles. And of course Don Henley wrote it.

[@steveullrich7737]

As Willie Nelson said, "There are two kinds of men in this world, those who have a crush on Linda Ronstadt and those who have never heard her." And now you have 🙂! She's a national treasure. It's country rock.

[@undercoversmokelover]

Pop technically and from origins rock

[@evalehde3869]

I heard he said, “There are two kinds of men in this world; those who are in love with Emmy Lou Harris, and those who have never met Emmy Lou Harris”

[@tomcampbell6384]

I was only a young kid in HS when she recorded this song. Whew!

[@JamesJohnson-ig6of]

No computerized pitch correction, only pure talented singer's whose sales of their records went through the roof!

[@mikemaricle9941]

Linda's the GOAT!

[@jeremiahrose4681]

Truth

[@guyray1504]

Both in English and Spanish.

[@JuandeFucaU]

yah, no CGI either, all practical effects back then...... why do I have to read about no auto-tune for every older song? f-ing d'uh or what huh?

[@Bill-fd8kt]

​@@JuandeFucaUbecause so many are "remastered" and destroy the original subtlety of the original.

[@PCallahanPhilly]

She was the first American female musician to sell out arenas. And she could sing literally anything.

[@tonyporenshenko425]

She could sing the phone book and it would be a gold record

[@maryb8150]

She was Mabel in The Pirates of Penzance. That’s a difficult coloratura part.

[@ICRA95]

yeah even rancheras, she is greattttttt!!!!!!

[@rittherugger160]

Who is Linda? Probably the biggest rabbit hole you could ever delve into. Linda has about a dozen Grammys, in almost as many genre's. She has a Tony and she shares a Chinese theatre star with Dolly and EmmyLou Harris. The 'TicketMaster' of the 70s dubbed her Female Performance Artist of the Decade". Google her. Don't be afraid to go off into the odder genres because she rocks it. Mariachi, opera, country, rock, great American songbook, she does it all with ease.

[@JamesJohnson-ig6of]

@rittherugger160. • We shouldn't forget her duet with Aaron Neville, especially the "Live" television performance on Awards night!

[@aliciahager2961]

She even performed in Pirates of Penzance, an opera, opposite Kevin Cline.

[@renatelewis538]

She was it. Linda could sing all the genres. Miss her dearly.

[@gwydion56]

You said what I came to say. She was true vocalist, able to sing in any genre and make it work.

[@LibraAllWoman]

​@@renatelewis538 Although she has been attacked with M S, she is still with us.

[@randyventresca4152]

The greatest most versatile female vocalist of her generation.

[@markmyers6472]

LIVE.. one take, no autotune... pure talent....

[@VicEclectica]

It amazes me constantly that no one knows who Linda Ronstadt is. Absolutely amazing talent.

[@vincentlussier8264]

Oh I have her vynel records from the 1970s!

[@josutton7322]

No, it's NOT country... it's Linda Ronstadt. She was an incredible artist and songwriter.

[@solitarybee3714]

She is a great singer, but Roy Orbison wrote this song - Blue Bayou.

[@flyingmachine7206]

Linda and Patsy Cline were great crossover artists. These were popular on Country and Top 40.

[@Sooz4AU]

@@flyingmachine7206 Linda also sang in Spanish. She has Mexican heritage.

[@562goodguy]

You've got to hear Linda singing "You're No Good", she just belts that one out with all that power. And it's great!

[@jamesrobertson2361]

Willie Nelson " We all had a crush on Linda Ronstadt "

[@pbell44]

My brother was in love with her back in the day too

[@27thangel23]

Can a crush last 50 years? Yup! Peace, love and bellbottoms from Canada.

[@rosemaryabbott1020]

Didn't they get caught in bed together back in the day? I read that somewhere a long time ago.

[@richardcranium5048]

Well, in fairness, she was the hottest chick on the planet and I was 13 years old. Which while I'm pushing 60 now... yeah I still hold the same position on her

[@payleighsteele1540]

My dad was obsessed with her! Linda was HUGE.

[@garyr8739]

"She has earned: 11 Grammy Awards, three American Music Awards, two Academy of Country Music awards, an Emmy Award, and an ALMA Award. Many of her albums have been certified gold, platinum or multi-platinum in the United States and internationally. She has also earned nominations for a: Tony Award and a Golden Globe award. She was awarded the Latin Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award by the Latin Recording Academy in 2011 and also awarded the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award by the Recording Academy in 2016. She was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in April 2014. On July 28, 2014, she was awarded the National Medal of Arts and Humanities. In 2019, she received a star jointly with Dolly Parton and Emmylou Harris on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for their work as the group Trio. Ronstadt was among five honorees who received the 2019 Kennedy Center Honors for lifetime artistic achievements" She sold well over 100 million albums world wide.

[@5Gburn]

Holeeee CRAAAAAAHHHHP!

[@AbolitionistPrivateer]

Catch her performance in "The Pirates of Penzance" with Angela Lansbury, Kevin Kline, etc.

[@MockingBirdCanta]

Ronstadt's music was a blend of pop, rock, country, folk and more, allowing her success across genres. I've always loved her music.

[@sandradolls5682]

❤

[@denisetowe895]

Linda owned the 70’s! I don’t think you’ll find a song of hers that will disappoint you. She’s sick now and can no longer sing but I saw her live back in the day and a purer, clearer voice you can’t find! Better than the recordings!

[@valada1893]

I saw her one time in Cincinnati. Listen to When will I Be Loved

[@cherylb309]

Linda Ronstadt an amazing American singer with many musical accolades including 11 Grammy Awards.

[@chrisjamieson3452]

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Kennedy Center Honoree.

[@mikemaricle9941]

6 Platinum records, 5 of them consecutive.

[@marterisher2335]

The 7Os

[@stevesullivan8705]

Best selling female vocalist of the 70's

[@PJAC1]

My all time favourite song by Linda Ronstadt is "Long Long Time"!!! It's a beautiful, heartwrenching song!!!

[@singmysong1167]

That one is gold as well as Desperado, imo.

[@toniyoung5131]

You need to hear Linda's collaborations with Emmy Lou Harris and Dolly Parton. Harmonies to die for.

[@beedeegee9374]

And Aaron Neville

[@BlairandGeorgie]

Absolutely! ❤

[@kurtsnyder4752]

The Trio!

[@katehobbs2008]

Wildflowers, love every single song on it.

[@JulieAiken]

Huge. Linda Ronstadt was huge! I feel so old when I realize you had never even heard of her. But thanks to youtube reactors like yourself, the generations are mixing it up and music will be so much the better for it! I know I'm constantly hearing artists I never before every day. Thanks for a wonderful reaction to a truly amazing artist!

[@Nutty_commenter]

I love reaction videos for making me appreciate anew all that wonderful music. I took it for granted back in the day!😊

[@hd9700]

We didn’t think of genres then. There were so many crossover bands

[@GrimrDirge]

Reactors obsess over genres for some reason.

[@LibraAllWoman]

@hd9700 That's right.

[@annewoodard6803]

It was called “AM Radio” 😁

[@1960rlv]

Linda Ronstadt was on nearly all the radio stations, from pop to country to rock. You couldn’t listen to the radio in the 70’s without hearing one of her songs. Great reaction bp.

[@LonghopeBro-ju6jl]

Blue Bayou was originally done by Roy Orbison. If you are feeling homesick for Colorado, that's exactly what her song "Colorado" is about. It was released as a single in 1973 and the B-side was “Desperado”.

[@boomersoonerbaby3466]

I must listen to Roy’s version 😊

[@LonghopeBro-ju6jl]

@@boomersoonerbaby3466 There are other versions by him, but this is the original from 1963. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oaPMZYl-lLKXmpY

[@mrbniederer]

It was written by Orbison. Linda coveted it and basically owns it now.

[@jackknudson-rk1uv]

Why does she have to fit into any genre except a fabulous, beautiful lady who is friendly, kind and tremendously talented who gave us so much happiness and should be always thought of that way.

[@SherryDocchio]

Start back in 1967 for her first hit, "Different Drum" and move through the decades for hit after hit. She and Karen Carpenter have, in my opinion, the 2 most pure female voices ever. She was Pop Rock but sang some country and put out an album in Spanish as well. She was amazing up to a few years ago when she developed PSP which limits her ability to sing. Would love to see you react to more of her songs so you get an idea of how great she was and the contributions she made to the music industry over the years.

[@mikecreger9702]

Writtn by Michael Nesmith of The Monkees fame!

[@philipem1000]

If all you know of Linda is to hear this song -- you know you've heard something special. I'm sure its been said below but she was about the most successful female vocalist of the 60s-70s. And a really kind and decent person as well.

[@wwiggins65]

Linda Ronstadt is part of my childhood. You're No Good, Tracks of My Tears, Long Long Time, When Will I be Loved and many, many more! This is just the tip of a very large glacier! You owe it to yourself to keep listening.

[@maerae8]

Same. Growing up, my sister and I just about wore out my mom's Linda Ronstadt Greatist Hits record. The best memories of the three of us just singing along together. ❤

[@russellgtyler8288]

A true American treasure. Her voice has been silenced, but her catalog is deep. You can't be a lover of music and then say you've never heard of Linda Ronstadt.

[@Veritas-TheGoader]

This is my favorite singer ever!!!! Her Spanish album is so so so so so good!!!! “Spanish is for singing, English is for speaking” - Linda You should react to “Los Laureles” by Linda Ronstadt

[@sahuero9620]

She's an amazing singer in any language. I love that whole album too, but think BP should consider La Calandria - fun to know... she doesn't speak Spanish at all.

[@carljacobson8342]

La Cigarra, Live. She holds that one note so long! It's unbelievable!

[@Cchan53]

Canciones De MI Padre...fantastic show I saw her do in NYC...bought the cassette ( at the time) and when my Mexican sister-in- law heard she went out and bought it for her mother. She sang as if she was fluent in Spanish never spoke it. She dated California gov for years...Brown? Forgot his 1st name...

[@patrickstell1179]

Would like to see your reaction to Linda's version of Los Laureles.It's in Spanish but I know your ears won't give a damn.Your ears will thank you.

[@briandeeley1599]

aren't French, Spanish and Italian called the romance languages?

[@suepall5425]

Linda Ronstadt is very likely the greatest female vocalist of the 20th century. She can sing everything from rock to country to opera to cultural Mexico! She's incredible. You should hear her in Pirates and Penzance!

[@Gianna646]

Love her! Too bad she can’t sing now 😢

[@cindyv1401]

IT'S A MUST 🤗🤗🤗 Linda Ronstadt and Aaron Neville song 👇 DON'T KNOW MUCH....🔥🔥🔥💥

[@cms12212]

One of the best duets, ever!

[@jamesford3184]

Yes!

[@intuitiveleepsychicmedium]

YES!!! ❤

[@dawnflanagan279]

I LOVE that one !

[@julianatomasek9793]

YES!!!

[@slowraceultra]

Linda has one of the best voices in the history of voices.

[@melissabrooke1146]

Linda - La Charreada, will blow you away!!

[@dv3507]

Yes! Her vocals are mind blowing!

[@vinachamp8270]

LOVE this one! ❤

[@kennywilkus1632]

Possibly her best vocal performance! I get goosebumps everytime I hear it!

[@trapper108642]

"There are two types of guys in this world. Those who have a crush on Linda Ronstadt and those who have never heard of her." Willie Nelson.

[@JasonGilbert-yl8hf]

Linda can sing about Anything!!! 1 of the Greatest!!

[@greg2976]

I graduated in 77! Remember that song well!!!!! What a voice!!!!!

[@SandyMcMasters]

Linda is a legend. She can sing anything and has. Broadway, opera, Spanish language, Standards. Check out Long, Long Time and Desperado.

[@medicisdad1]

Ask ANY 70 year old guy who Linda Ronstadt is and they will half close their eyes, sigh, and smile before they answer...

[@daze023]

Make that 60 year old...

[@NenTTRR]

I'm a 52 year old who made sure her kids knew about Linda Rondstadt, Bee Gees Eagles Bob Marley Dwight Yokum all kinds of jonras and Spanish also.

[@deansmith6967]

I saw her multiple times in the 70's . Seeing her sing this live is electric! She could make you cry, dance, and experience joy. It was all effortless for her! I still have a crush on her after all these decades.

[@angelomichael4156]

I can atest to that ! Every young man dream girl

[@ianwallace16]

My first crush ❤

[@sadantnanl1717]

Linda Ronstadt is from Tucson Az. In this area much of our music in the 70’s crossed between rock and country. Her catalog is great. My first concert in 1967 was Linda Ronstadt and the Stone Poneys. Very folk rock.

[@mikemaricle9941]

I first saw her in 77, though I fell in love with her several years before.

[@lynflorentine9023]

I loved the Stone Ponies. ❤❤❤

[@CaraBunez]

Thanks!

[@heartwork8318]

Great reaction! this song was originally done by Roy Orbison back in the 60’s. You should check out “When Will I Be Loved” “You’re No Good” and/or her duet with Aaron Neville called “I Don’t Know Much.” All are great songs and I know you will like them! I think of this as more of a folk/rock song. She has an amazing voice and range! ❤️‍🔥✌🏻🫶🏻

[@eileendonald8628]

Purest voice, no multiple tracks, no re-recording. Linda was one of the best ever.

[@julierodda5826]

Linda Rhonstad is a Kennedy Centers honoree. Not to mess with my friend. Latino roots, country, rock n roll, bluesy music in 60s 70s and 80s. Epic woman vocalist.

[@valerierowlett153]

When I was growing up (I am 70 now) we had the best music and singers. They just had it and the songs were great. I am thrilled to see a young man discovering and enjoying my generations music.

[@JamesJohnson-ig6of]

BRO, Another "must watch" is her duet with Aaron Neville, especially the "Live" television performance on Awards night! Both of these legendary performers are shining stars, but now put them together???

[@JulesfromHouston]

The song is "I don't know much". One of my favorite duets of all time! 🤠

[@carolynprince1181]

Linda was a mega star in her day. She was not country but she crossed over into many genres. She had an amazing voice.

[@jealousjelly1]

I don't know any guy who was alive in the '70s who wasn't crazy in love with Linda Ronstadt. She sang everything from country to rock to light opera, and she was amazing no matter what she was singing. If you really want to know how good Linda Ronstadt was, find a live video of her singing the Spanish songs La Chareada or La Cigara. If you've got socks on, she'll knock 'em off -- guaranteed.

[@annecox944]

Long, Long Time.... is a must listen.

[@JerseyEric]

Roy Orbison wrote & sang Blue Bayou! Two fun facts about Linda Ronstadt: (1) The Eagles formed out of her original session band before they got going with her. (2) On the U.S. pop charts in the 70s, she was the queen of remakes. Blue Bayou was a 1963 hit for Roy Orbison, who wrote the song. Heatwave is one of my favs from Ronstadt . . . the guitar solo captures the essence of 70s pop-rock. ANOTHER interesting fact: Ronstadt, whose father was of Mexican heritage, fought with her recording label to make an album of traditional songs all in Spanish in the late 80s; Ronstadt won the battle and the album, 'Canciones de Mi Padre', did NOT flop. 'Canciones de Mi Padre' became the biggest selling non-English album in U.S. history.

[@LMTino]

Influenced musically by Mexican rancheras, she had a stellar collection of hits. But with her release of "Canciones" she created something extraordinary. While her singing voice has been silenced due to an illness, her music and words continue to send ripples of inspiration to listeners.

[@HappyDayCC]

Linda Ronstadt is Amazing! I've always loved her!

[@IanFanite]

Hey Pegasus, Ian Fánite here I'm 52 yrs old male who grew up listening to Linda Ronstat most all of my life. My mother had every album ever produced by Linda Ronstat . What you probably don't know about her is she is responsible for Creating the Country Rock band the Eagles. Don Henley, Glen Fry both played for Linda before the formed the Eagles. Also she is of German/ Mexican discent, Whose family hails from Mexico, Linda grew up speaking spainsh, and english.She is the most versatile singer in recorded history. Linda is a recorded Opera singer, Spanish singer, R&B, rock, and country. Linda, could cover anyone's music.. and own it like she wrote it her self. My wife and I are big fan of your show. Keep up the good fight.. That means, keep working on finding that perfect song... F.y.i Van Halen with lead singer David Lee Roth covered Linda Ronstat's song You're no good.. now, I love Van Halen, but Linda's version can not be dismissed at all. Check them all out and you'll see what I mean.

[@renakonar3733]

Yes! "You're No Good" especially the video from her appearance on the tv show "Midnight Special." You'll also want to see her duet of "I Don't Know Much" with Aaron Neville (check out the Neville Brothers for a great Louisiana band.) And if you have time, check out Linda's performance in "The Pirates of Penzance" which is a Gilbert and Sullivan light opera.

[@Sara.H.B.]

Linda Ronstadt and Ann Wilson are my all time favorite singers- both such beautiful and powerful voices!

[@susanalexander6721]

One of the greatest, most influential female artist ever.

[@anthonyjbargeman5280]

I have stated before that I am not a rap fan. But at almost 70 I do so enjoy watching you react to these old greats. Keep on doing so. Keep an open mind an enjoy more. Analyze after.

[@humbertochavez6572]

it's so nice to see today's youth discovering and enjoying yesteryear's Talent

[@jimnoe3856]

One of the greatest singers of the 20th century! ❤❤❤

[@janetmoran1495]

I don't understand how someone has never heard of Linda Ronstadt. I guess because she's my favorite of all time, I assume everyone knows how wonderful she is. I only wish I had seen her in concert a few more times.

[@renebrooks7201]

Love when you listen to the 70's and 80's classics. The videos are always LIVE where you are able to hear the pure voice, without studio adjustments. Especially some of the women. Linda, Heart, Stevie Nicks, Olivia Newton-John. All had powerful voices. Another Linda R song I loved was Ohh Baby Baby. Sad Parkinson's has ended her singing days.

[@ferrumaeternum7681]

She also sang for a band called The Stone Poneys, one of their more famous songs was called "Different Drum". Her catalog both with that group and alone are definitely worth a go through.

[@machtshnel]

She is 1 of the QUEENS of 70s Folk ROCK/ Pop rock she has so much passion in her singing

[@mikepiccione886]

Now this is the music my mother was always playing in the background when I was a child it's in my subconscious😊❤

[@mstewart109]

Linda Ronstadt “ love has no pride “ and her other 5 ish genres of music including her Spanish heritage music. Unbelievably talent for 6 people really. I grew up in 60s 70s and had her albums. She was instrumental in getting the Eagles out of the recording studio backing artists out to stardom. She told them they were too good to be hiding in a recording studio. They were her grp in the recording studio.

[@mariefraher8725]

Mega talent of all genres including acting and singing in light opera. Knock out beauty too. God bless Linda Ronstadt. She is suffering with Parkinson's today, Those comments below are all true.

[@TheRaspberry82]

Your statement is true 😢😢😢

[@debbiechang5781]

You have just stumbled on the most beautiful voice on the planet. Linda Ronstadt (the “d” is silent) is an American treasure. Her catalogue spans over forty years and multiple genres. She could sing anything and do it with perfection. She won many Grammy awards along with every other honor and accolade imaginable. Her voice is a powerhouse with a sweet quality that is just amazing. Can’t say enough good things about her talent and her humanity. She was the first female to sell out arenas in the 70’s. This is a great discovery for you and a deep rabbit hole to explore. Enjoy 🌺✌️

[@Eric-ff4bf]

Fantastic version of a Roy Orbison song. One of the few covers that I like much more than the original. I think anyone who has ever felt homesick or nostalgic for their childhood home gets this song at some level. Trivia on Ronstadt: about this time Linda Ronstadt was famous not only for her voice, but also for dating the governor of California, Jerry Brown.

[@davidjennings1771]

Linda is covering a song written by Roy Orbison. He sang it as well. He also did that song Crying BP. You reviewed it. This band may be the Stone Ponys. She'll start her own band when she hires Glen Frey and Don Henley. They will become the Eagles of Hotel California fame!

[@mikemaricle9941]

This is long after the Stone Poneys.

[@davidjennings1771]

@@mikemaricle9941 She sang that song for many years Mike. Maybe this was when she first hired Glen Frey & Don Henley and maybe before them. Roy recorded it in 1963 & sang it live many times too. Doesn't matter much they both did a great job on it every time! I liked Roy singing the song Evergreen, that was a great love song. The Stone Poneys had an album with that name. What happened to the Stone Poneys after Linda left?

[@joyevenson8702]

She was one of my Favorites! Loved her voice! Just amazing. Such a wide range! Absolutely Incredible. Heart Like a Wheel” ❤️ album so good!

[@GrimrDirge]

Beautiful person, beautiful voice, beautiful song.

[@docbearmb]

One of the top 5 female vocalists of the 20th century. ( I’d put her at #1 but that’s just my opinion.) Top tier in each of her many genres including Spanish language and operetta.

[@karensilvera6694]

BP, Another top female rocker from the 70s - my generation. You're just scraping the top surface. She sang damn near every genre. Rock, Country, Latino, Operetta, the crooners, etc, etc, etc. Every time she tried something new her manager and music label would not agree but she did it anyway and ended up in every top 100 chart. She's still alive but no longer can sing due to health issues. She's done some interviews and basically said, 'if I can't sing well then I won't'. She seemingly has a great outlook. I can't even give you the next song to listen to. Close your eyes and hit play. You'll love it. Thank you for listening to her.

[@marypittman5821]

Beautiful voice, tons of great songs!

[@gingw7333]

It was a musically amazing time to be young. Sooooo many unbelievably talented people. I miss those times.

[@darryndifrancesco8346]

I was in high school band when this song was a hit. We had a marching band competition across the state and took a couple of buses. On my bus we played this song over and over again for almost an hour and no one got bored. I mean how could you? We were in love with her. She was/is a force of nature.

[@mikephillips2707]

Saw her sing this in concert on the seventies. You should look at Wikipedia about her. Over 20 major awards. Amazing fact Don Henley was in her band and she helped with formation of the Eagles. Amazing career

[@jewelzinaz]

Country rock another genre of the 70’s! Luv her voice! Was waiting for your face when she hit those high notes. No auto tune just a beautiful voice ❤

[@sar8349]

You cannot categorize Linda. She did it all!

[@tigerpinky]

a remarkable vocalist! My hubby's favorite.

[@kathisdaughter598]

Linda also starred in an operetta by Gilbert and Sullivan on stage then in the movie version (1983) "Pirates of Penzance." It starred Linda, Kevin Kline and Angela Landsbury. The musical timing was incredible! It was fabulous ! It's comedy and opera and so much fun!!😮😮

[@AuntK68]

Recently re-discovered the movie, I'd forgotten just how much fun it was!

[@MaureenBaker-k5p]

Long long time & Tracks of my tears are good ones

[@BritIronRebel]

I'm a rocker, hard rocker, metal, progressive rock, etc. But I made it a point to see Linda every year when she'd play Blossom Music Center outdoor venue. Talent was off the charts..... And she could ROCK it too!

[@Jennifer-pb9nd]

Check out her song "long, long time." speaks so well to prolonged grief.

[@secolerice]

Linda is my favorite female singer! She is absolutely amazing! From rock to country to opera, to Spanish music, so does it all! Her cover of Smokey Robinson’s “Tears of a Clown” is my favorite. So many other songs, too many to mention. Please go down this fabulous rabbit hole! Edit: It is “Tracks of my Tears” not “Tears of a Clown”. I always get those two titles confused!

[@mikemaricle9941]

Her You're No Good from The Midnight Special is tops.

[@jamesstromberg8863]

Most of us first heard Linda Ronstadt in 1967 when the Stone Ponies released Different Drummer. When we heard Linda we all wanted to know who she was. Turns out she grew up in Tucson and the songs kept coming. Blue Bayou was a big hit for Roy Orbison. Linda covered it so well that she made it hers. Has anyone else ever done that with a Roy-Orbison song? I loved Linda’s beautiful voice since the first time I heard her!

[@sherribrock2726]

Linda has a deep rabbit hole to fall into. She can sing anything!! Please do more of her! She ruled the radio in the 70’s & 80’s. She later put out some Spanish albums. I have had the pleasure of seeing her in concert 4 times. This actually was played on pop/rock stations!,

[@garyspangler5546]

Linda is one BAD ASS SINGER!!!! PERIOD. ENOUGH SAID

[@jzekas21]

Linda can sing any genre she is amazing please do more!! ❤

[@Sactown5472]

This was written by Roy Orbison , another song from the same concert is Desperado the Eagles song. She has so many beautiful songs, I do like live version's the best. Her Spanish songs are mine blowing.

[@samsonjpedroza]

SHE SINGS IN SPANISH TOO ... JUST KILLS IT BRO !!!!

[@kurtsnyder4752]

Well, her parents ts were Mexicans.

[@pjmurphy920]

Beautiful, beautiful, Linda!! Always top-notch! The best female singer, ever! She could sing anything. I have never seen a negative comment about Linda, ever! She is truly a world-wide treasure!! Look at her first hit at age 17 or 18, "Different Drum." So happy to see younger people getting to know the best music of the 60s, and '70s.

[@LynnP-r1v]

And this is a live performance; no modern studio auto-tune! Linda’s vocals are some of the best you will ever experience. So sad she cannot perform anymore 😢

[@lost_in_a_crowd_of_3257]

She has always been one of my favorite. She's also done some songs in Spanish. All of her songs are worth a listen.

[@Dano_in_Texas]

Between Linda Ronstadt and Olivia Newton John...I had no shortage of crushes, in my early years. Voices from heaven. Karen Carpenter as well.

[@moonlitegirl72]

I'm 67 grew up in my formative years listening to Linda Ronstadt another terrific song of hers is (I'm going to love you for a long long time) but if you want a real treat 😂 Google Allison Porter sings Blue bayou on The voice she is the lady who played curly Sue when she was a little girl.curly Sue is the movie with Jim Belushi but you really need to hear her belt out Blue bayou never seen anybody do a cover that I was so impressed with

[@thehorrorfanx]

Linda is an American treasure. So many many hits. So diverse. Her Spanish songs are some of her best vocal performances.

[@angelado3]

( Linda Ronstadt & Aaron Neville Don't Know Much live 1990 ) as others have said this is a must !

[@VerucaSalt70]

In the '80s, Linda teamed up with the Nelson Riddle Orchestra and recorded 3 or 4 albums of traditional pop standard music. They are definitely worth checking out.

[@veroave57]

I still have that album.

[@cackalacky3074]

Linda is a legend.

[@alexb.poetry]

What a legend 👏👏👏

[@MichaelYoder-e8g]

She is so versatile - pop, operetta, Spanish (you'd love La Charreada - sp?)

[@curlyque2717]

If the world could have frozen in time, the 70s would be it for me. So much good music. It's heartbreaking that we age. And sad that she has to deal with Parkinson disease.

[@margaretreed9935]

Love singing along with Linda. ❤