Ray Parker Jr. | Ghostbusters | Guitar | Interview Part 3 | Family | Business | Tim Pierce

[@mars6433]

The story about buying the house and telling his parents, "You're done. I'm paying for EVERYTHING." was so heartwarming. That must have felt great to be able to do that. Good people.

[@Theweeze100]

Made me wanna cry!

[@lizgoodwin1812]

I agree with you completely! I watched The Unsung profile about Mr. Parker some years ago also. He talked about beautiful relationship his dear parents during that segment as well. It was indeed most touching and heartwarming. I already loved his music and his down-to-earth vibe from previous profiles. After I heard how lovingly he spoke about his parents and about how he took care of them (God rest them), I appreciated him all the more. It's beautiful when you hear about a musician that is not only profoundly talented in their craft but also at the top of the heap, more importantly, as a human being! Thank you for being you, Mr. Parker...long time fan here. Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful segment on a great spirit with great business acumen as well. Blessings to Ray Parker Jr., you and all.

[@mozfonky]

wished I coulda done that for my folks.

[@seeusound]

Who you gonna call ? TIM PIERCE to tell Ray Parker JR to come back for an other video !!!

[@mars6433]

Dear Ray & Tim: I know you may just look at this like you're just 2 guys talking and telling stories, but, I don't think you have any idea what these videos mean to people. All I keep saying to myself is, "OMG! That's great ! OMG! That's funny ! OMG ! That's so cool !" Thank you and YES, more more more !!

[@JustinGuitarSongs]

What an absolutely fantastic interview. Top class dudes!! :)

[@NickStubbs]

Quite possibly the best series of videos I have watched on KZbin since 2006 when I first joined. Funny, sad at times, inspirational, motivational, enlightening and entertaining. Two absolute gents of the music industry "chewing the fat". Thank you...

[@TheColorofLight]

This was solid gold, Tim. Please ask him to come back. Loved his acoustic version of "Creepin" from the first video.

[@DaleBoyle]

"Take control of the gifts that you've been given"...Great quote!

[@shable1436]

You know the stories start flowing when guitars are in laps, after a few nice jams to loosen things up

[@135jh]

Having talent is one thing. Having a positive attitude and a strong work ethic to go along with it is ten times better. Ray Parker Jr has these things in abundance.

[@_monkrian3744]

Can't Get Enough of Ray, Thank U Tim, Happy & Healthy 2024, Saying Hi from Taiwan 🎉❤😊

[@moochasas]

You know when the content is great.. 20mins seems like 15secs... awesome guys, awesome content.. there should be more vids like this where the life experiences are priceless.... well done guys.

[@curtisanderson7246]

I loved all three Ray Parker videos. I’ve been a true fan of Ray for years

[@brilang2126]

RAY YOU MADE ME CRY LIKE A BABY.......WHAT A MAN...WHAT A SON GOD BLESS YOU ....STILL CRYING SO BEAUTIFUL

[@simon_patterson]

Interesting to see how important his parents are in all his experiences. Nothing like the firm foundation one's own mother and father can bring, to unlock success in life.

[@tel5690]

God Bless Ray Parker..... Love his stories.. Amazing..

[@B_-_t_-_-_-_]

I wan't to see that movie of his life when it comes out. What a beautiful, talented & wonderful person.

[@charleyharlan979]

Ray Parker Jr. : 'Who ya gonna call' Ray Parker Sr. : "you're fired"

[@mindcontrol67]

Comedian Charley drops mic. ***Cricket ***Cricket*** Cricket*** Chairs squeak, sound of feet pattering out.. door shuts, Sound of light switch off. A bad night at the comedy club folks sorry No refund.

[@zplapplap]

Charley Harlan Underrated comment

[@sunnyray7819]

Maybe Ray should have patented "You fired" had he known.....

[@nevious1982]

To have supporting parents and to have the chance to care for them, what a blessing. Really inspiring interview, especially on Joe C

[@VonBluesman]

Ray seems like a friend you have known all your life and always has your back no matter what. People like Ray are hard to find, he is a treasure. GOD bless you Ray !!! Thanks.

[@AdamSteinzOfficial]

The 1 "Dislike" is courtesy of the Stay Puft Marshmallow Man.

[@zoltangabordudas4393]

And probably Vigo the Carpathian and his pal Goser Goserian...

[@dadadrew]

Hahahaha

[@resonatorman]

The only problem with these videos of you & Ray together Tim is that they are too short, more please ;-) Very insightful & great wisdom thanks so much to you both. Much gratitude to you Tim for this series of interviews & your channel, you da man! :-)

[@777jthill]

Awesome episode with RPJr. I remember him from Motown sessions at Crystal Studios when I first got started working in the studio. Always a good vibe

[@dapperdanman1956]

First class guy! great show Tim Peirce

[@mustafahajj]

My goodness such a blessing being able to take care of your parents.

[@John-hi2yi]

Watched all 3 parts, best KZbin in a long time, thanks Tim & Ray

[@VonBluesman]

I wish Ray Parker Jr. would do a lesson with TrueFire, he has an abundance of knowledge he could teach and share with the world.

[@tonyhayek1086]

I attribute a large percentage of his success to his parents, I’m from Detroit and was raised with the same values that I could see coming out of him. His parents kept him grounded

[@scot-combs]

I can't stop smiling. The word treasure keeps running through my mind. I'd love to see some lessons on Ray's rhythm work, it's fantastic.

[@finalfor3wire]

Tim, that was a wonderful interview. Bring him back for more.

[@kevingilbertfan]

Really enjoyed this interview. It's always cool to see two legendary guitarists just telling real life stories.

[@SBGuitarStudio]

Thank you Tim. I had NO idea what a deep treasure Ray Parker Jr is. That was an incredible interview.

[@BillChristen3]

Ray Parker Jr. is pure class. Great guitarist, but even a better story teller and man.

[@jimmynorris]

That head gets to tiltin’, you know it’s on. Glad to hear he has a story coming out. Definitely didn’t want this one to end just yet. Thanks Ray, and thanks Tim for sharing!

[@adam872]

That was a fantastic set of interviews. Ray is a really interesting guy and man is he smart. I like hearing stories of people who make the most of their talent and don't go broke in the process. Hats off to him.

[@2GoldensTosa]

His is the kind of career we'd all aspire to have. Parker is amazing, a class act and true gentlemen. Bring him back to share more stories. Ray is the BEST.

[@george3ag]

This has been the most enjoyable interview of all the great interviews on this channel

[@charlesbranch4120]

Tim, thank you for this opportunity for us to hear Ray Parker Jr.'s story in his own words, and to Ray for his times with you. Life is amazing every day. Since the plan is to visit my granddaughter, daughter and son in law in Bend, Oregon next month, I'm also planning on a Breedlove Guitar tour. After purchasing three Breedlove guitars (one concert given to another SIL west of Seattle plus a Taylor A12e, with which he's thrilled), I immediately recognized the headstock Ray's playing at the end of Parts 1 & 2. Wow!

[@jimmyj244820]

AMAZING x’s 3 Tim what an absolutely amazing interview RP jr is such an incredible talented human being ❤️ Thanks for the ride 🎸

[@kevc6115]

This is one of the reasons mainstream TV is struggling and losing audiences. No fake presenter asking scripted questions. Just 2 highly knowledgable, skilful and experienced guys on the same wave length talking about themselves and their own experiences. As someone said below. MORE MORE MORE please Tim! 😁

[@frankierodriguez8661]

I watched the three episodes and man, what a wonderful story, thank you Tim for this. I look after may old man who is old and sick, I've been doing this for a while and I expect to be doing so for the time my dad is here and I have to say that what a huge inspiration this gentleman is. looking at what he did for his parents and the big amount of love that is there every single moment he thinks of them, let's forget about music for a moment and think about life and moral values and here we have the way for the right path because no matter the money or wealth, Ray Parker Jr. is really an honest and decent human being. This interview really touched me to the bottom of my heart. Thanks again Tim. Big time.

[@Diholla]

Tim, I have to say it’s the stories behind the music! True stories are my favorite and we finally get to hear from the minds & hearts who contributed to them. These songs are etched into us. I loved when you told the story of Runaway with Jon Bon Jovi. We have the music on record...but these stories aren’t. You have more stories to tell. We can learn chords & shapes anywhere, but your experience & stories are uniquely you!

[@kevinberthoud9347]

Tim - I just saw this ... incredible. Thank you for getting Ray Parker to open up about his amazing musical journey. Soooo glad you both burned plan "B". Its still amazes me to think that literally that fewer than 100 or session greats played on the sound track of my entire life. Wow, just wow ...

[@davidjacobsen1903]

Ray is now one of my favorite musical people, up there with you Tim and Rick Beato!

[@neiltosolini2465]

Thanks Tim, I didn't recognize Ray when I was sitting behind him at a Buddy Guy show in Westhampton Beach and then he went up and jammed with the band, great night. What a life story he has and the musical influences he was so fortunate to meet and learn from...Best to you and good luck to Ray.

[@drumsNstuff79]

"Is it supposed to sound like that?" haha.. I love that! Joe Cocker was so great. I love the funky version of Feelin Alright he did at Woodstock '94. It sounded so groin and funky that day.

[@bobgausman1127]

Tim, one of the best interviews I have ever seen. So nice to have the interviewer be a subject matter expert, it really makes the entire interview robust Ray was also very transparent in his storytelling. An archival masterpiece!!!!

[@Icebergwallst]

These guys makes me glad I decided to play guitar.

[@mattschmitt9924]

Just chiming in with others. You can have a regular series with Ray. I'd listen to them all.

[@hansonmick]

Great guitar, great music, great people, wonderful interview in many ways.

[@happynostech]

That is seriously one of the best interviews slash conversations I have seen in a long time, I was completely riveted during each video, what WOW stories :-) That mans heart / head and hands I believe is what carried him through his life, yes there was some luck for sure but once the right people found him he wasn't going anywhere ha ha ha

[@arielista]

I'm not the type to sit and listen, I just want to see some playing, but this series has kept me wanting see more of these interviews. Thanks Tim

[@joycesanders4898]

..right,..it an interesting player who I want hear talk.

[@Hockster22]

These videos are awesome. Thanks Tim. The kind of stuff you could sit and listen to for hours and hours.

[@dlhdonn]

What an absolute pleasure. Thank you Tim & Ray for letting us listen in. Am so glad to hear about the documentary. Something to look forward to!

[@jlsagely6892]

What a treat. Just a pleasure. Thanks for letting everyone have an opportunity to get to know him a little bit. Just a joyful soul.

[@WadoRyuBenkyo]

Wow, I think I'm just going to watch them all again. What an amazing person and what a life 🙂 Thank you Tim.

[@babayaga1767]

15:30, he stumbled on my little secret. never have a loan you can't afford to pay off.

[@EwaldDieser]

One of the best interviews EVER! Looking forward to see the documentary!

[@Bassic778]

Ray is not only an amazing guitarist, songwriter, engineer, and producer, he's a GREAT BUSINESS MAN very humble and phenomenal human being!!! To be able to take care of your parents is a dream come true!!! The hits just kept coming!!! The circle of life where the young become the old. What an amazing journey for Ray that is still in progress!!! I'm even more impressed with Ray than I already was!!! I love his take on burning plan B!!!!!!! Thank you for a PHENOMENAL interview, Tim!!!

[@midnightblues717]

What a great interview overall, one of the best, if not the best I've seen/listened to. Hate to see/hear it end! RPJ seems like such a cool, easy to chat with guy. Very enjoy able! Thanks Tim!

[@sixstringswl]

What a great video. Listening to this, and how you guys are, it just put me in a good mood.

[@circeo12]

Seems kind of life affirming, doesn't it?

[@elehuebauchman111]

You tube “Hall Of Fame” Great to hear the stories from the guys that were there. Lots of great stuff. No egomaniacal BS. Straight talk about life, family , making music music and having fun. The three segments were an excellent hang.

[@scotabot7826]

The baddest, funkiest dude with the deepest rhythm pocket that ever walked the streets of LA, Period. Ray brought a sound to LA that changed a lot of the sound of the 1980's. Top notch super gifted musician!!!!!!!

[@MrJoeyBoombotz]

Best series of videos I've ever seen. These interviews are priceless. Thank you so much. God Bless you both.

[@michaelreis8266]

That was a great series Tim, I only knew Ray Parker Jr from the Ghost Busters theme so great to learn more about his legacy, cheers 👍

[@countingcoup]

Thats how high caliber musicians, should age... Still humble, appreciative, and graceful ~ Tim and Ray are that very model!

[@davidsmith-jj4iq]

A class act,looking after his parents ,in their dotage ,shows the calibre of this man ,talent,yes,but respect to his loved ones,is a rare thing,made their latter years ,as happy as possible,..respect.

[@daviddonnkin611]

Very emotional story about his mam and dad, heartwarming.

[@TropicalReflections]

What a FANTASTIC series of videos! Well done Tim!! It was an absolute joy to listen to Ray's stories, riffing, & the two of you jamming.

[@Chord_The_Seeker]

At the beginning of this segment you asked what it is about Ray that you just don’t want this to end. He is charismatic, humble and incredibly talented. This is probably the best interview with a musician I have ever watched. It could have been 3 hours long and I would watch it. Normally 3 minutes into a video my attention span starts giving out, but I was glued to the screen watching this.

[@sharonraizor2839]

Ray Parker Jr. = best interview ever. Tim Pierce= best interviewer ever.

[@gunnerdee84]

Thank you Tim for those interviews I'm so glad that you and Ray took the time to do that. I thought I knew Ray Parker jr. But now I know I really didn't I can't wait to see his documentary. Plus myself being from Detroit as well I loved how he spoke about his hometown and Motown in the effect it had on him. Just reminds me of the good old days of The D, hopefully they'll come back again

[@anderscarlsson3387]

Jack and Jill, You can't change that, Its time to party, Rock on and the list just goes on. The Raydio albums are the smoothest funkiest albums ever. Ray is a musical genius and one of the greatest producers ever. Ray, Roger Troutman and Leon Sylvers are all unreal musicians and producers.

[@BillChristen3]

The best interview ever. All 3 episodes were fantastic. Great, great stories.

[@Juice7X]

Just finished watching all 3 parts of this interview............MIND BLOWN. I could go on & on....but obviously I won't. Always thought Ray Parker Jr. was a one hit wonder. What a history this man has and what an amazing person. Thank you Tim. Love your channel and everything you share with us.

[@benjamincooper4827]

His honesty is so refreshing

[@rmdatv]

Wow. Ray Parker is so real and down to earth. What an amazing guy and life.

[@davidwilson7042]

Outstanding interview Tim, with valuable advice for those entering the field. Thank you very much for sharing this. Like Ron G below, I could listen to you and Ray talk for hours. Thanks.

[@stevenolsen3162]

Just wonderful. What a life, what music!!

[@etpslick100]

Great, Great, interview! Please get Ray to do another!😌👍🏾

[@TheKMFO]

Not sure how I missed this series with Ray Parker Jr,,, but wow! What an awesome human being! Great interview Tim!

[@StealthParrot]

Absolutely loved this series Tim, what a great guy Ray is and amazing story teller. Thanks.

[@mikeymumblesreal]

Blown away. Fascinating inside stories by Ray. Ain't no other

[@KCostelloe]

God bless you, Mr. Parker! Taking care of your folks like that is why the Lord took such good care of you!!

[@44scoots]

Tim, this three part series with Ray has been fantastic! What a great guy, great musician. Very down to earth and so honest. Thanks!

[@Jerrylumdegaard]

Alright, the Ray and Tim Show, when does it start production?

[@chrisinfidel]

Excellent three part interview gentlemen. Respect to you both. Such talent. best regards from England.

[@stevelees6225]

Wow, what a great series of video's Tim, thank you so much. Ray, you have had a very interesting life, I can't wait to see the documentary. On top of that you seem like a real gentleman, hats off to you!

[@RobinPillage.]

These 3 videos, back to back, just flew on by like nothing. Had there been 30 I'd probably still be sitting here listening to him talk. So interesting.

[@ericlitwin8685]

I could listen to this sort of thing every week. A Pierce and Parker show!

[@mearkitek3773]

Great success just seemed to bubble out of Ray... and his nonchalant reaction to it is priceless! Thanks TIm & Ray!

[@MaxRockatansky853]

Ray should do a podcast.

[@donttouchband100]

The best advice ever. If you are young you can do a million things and its true, if you ask your parents they see all the risks and you think, oh yes maybe they are right but specially when you are young you sometimes must go your own way.

[@musthavecoffee1078]

This series is been one of the best things I've ever watched. Thank Tim for doing it.

[@allenrm120]

Excellent. One of the best take aways that Ray and Tim have from their careers is all the great stories. Thanks for sharing.

[@SKMEETZ]

It's so awesome that there are people like this that share their stories, insights and experiences! He seems like a genuinely good dude, as do you Mr Pierce! Thanks for this!

[@JDiggiti]

Blown away . Seriously this was inspiring & I can’t wait to see his Doc .. or a movie about his life

[@Ijcarter1962]

This series was great, I could listen to Ray for hours. Great job Tim.

[@director2bob]

I turn 60 soon and am full time back recording, writing, producing and hopefully be gigging soon. Had I not just recently got back into music after a 7 year hiatus, I was going to be like the guy that Ray talks about at the end of video who was a talented musician but committed suicide at age 60 because he never took the chance to see where his talents could take him. As the late Dr Wayne Dyer used to say, and is a metaphor for life "do not die with the music still in you." That scares me more than anything in life.

[@aaronj.brooks1977]

Great interview with Mr Ray Parker Jr who has been doing a lot great work in music as well

[@davidsmith-jj4iq]

A moving and funny,and intelligent interview,both people,I could listen to all day,thank you Tim, and thanks to Ray Parker Jr.

[@chrisact9601]

Wow. I had no idea. That man is a treasure and what a great attitude. You too, Tim. Rock on!