Robbie Williams - Angels Live At Knebworth 2003 FIRST TIME REACTION

[@MEM1066]

Robbie was part of a boy band called Take That. The fans were heartbroken when he chose to leave the group. He wasn’t sure if the fans would still love him, but they did. Myself included. The song is about his mum ❤️❤️❤️

[@MetalMonkey]

Gary Barlow was the talented one, he could sing/write and play, Robbie was the natural entertainer and could sing. The song is about his aunt and uncle according to Robbie and Wki

[@timhannah4]

@@MetalMonkey But Robbie wasn't too Shabby with tunes & Words.......

[@MetalMonkey]

@@timhannah4 What songs did Robbie write without Guy Chambers or someone else? I genuinely don't know the answer. Gary Barlow wrote tons of songs but maybe he also had a co writer? I don't know. I'm currently watching Robbie's 2001 Royal Albert Hall concert, great concert

[@scottirvine121]

​@@MetalMonkeymost of the album escapology and the following

[@lk-music]

It's actually stolen! 'I'm loving angels instead' is a line referring to grieving the death of an unborn child. Robbie recorded a demo with an Irish songwriter he met in Dublin and took the demo to Guy Chambers and they reworked it (and made it a lot better), there are videos on here of the original version. But Robbie was not forthcoming about the songs origin initially and often dedicated it to his mum.

[@BAYBAY_316]

I've heard Robbie say several times he moved to California because he could walk anywhere and no one knew who he was and he loved it. Biggest star in the world except America.

[@Wilss]

I'd say 90% of the UK population who were alive in the late 90s, know the lyrics to this song.

[@uschi1814]

In Germany too❤😊

[@legendareNz]

In the Netherlands everyone knows it aswell

[@Teresaisall]

Canadians too

[@monkee1969]

It's mad to me they dont know this song...

[@hmtqnikitashakur3399]

and its still annoying... imho!!!

[@ToddyWestropp]

I saw him live at Wembley. Incredible. Angels was last. He sang the first 4 lines. Then he and the band walked off stage. Never to return. We sang the whole song by ourselves, tears streaming down our faces. Apparently. He used to stand outside the stadium every night, listening to the crowd sing. Amazing. He’s had some troubles. But we bloody love him. He’s our boy who we’ve watched grow up. Love you Robbie.

[@PeterSumner-u9s]

Probably the best concert that myself and my late wife attended. 130,000 people at each of the 3 concerts. This is an anthem in the UK. We played this at Vals funeral when 300 people sang Angels to her. Not a dry eye in the church. A magical song !!

[@AllysonRogers2729]

I was there too. I'm so happy that you and your wife had such a lovely experience and you could use it for her goodbye. So sorry for your loss x

[@technoturnip1]

A good memory to remember her bye. All the best mate

[@MalcolmEvans-h3e]

That's a heartwarming story. My wife, Siani, loved this song, too. I lost her to MND in 2013. I just can't help but keep coming back to this reaction video and every time it breaks my heart.

[@nick_Hfc]

I've played Knebworth a couple of times (backing musician) - its usually wild but extremely well organised. Crowds of 250,000 saw Oasis in 96, this gig in 03 saw 750,000 over three days and I think another 3 million watched the live tv broadcast. No-one does festivals like the Brits.

[@cmlemmus494]

I saw a BBC article saying 375,000 over three nights for this show, but I'm not sure how they counted. That might be unique visitors rather than per day (convention counting).

[@lordcharfield]

@@cmlemmus494I wouldn’t trust the BBC to make me a cup of tea!

[@TheQuietBrit]

@@cmlemmus494 125000 a night, so the 375000 people was right

[@KathyD-24601]

@@cmlemmus494 that is how many tickets they sold!

[@keithevans9544]

​@lordcharfield4529 how much tinfoil do you use making tea I wonder?

[@michaelisles4756]

Robbies come undone at Knebworth is a must ❤

[@davidbode2708]

Yes absolutely, glad someone recomendet it already.

[@sezuisa]

Yesss!

[@NigelRoberts1]

Yes, I was about to recommend that too!

[@keithevans9544]

Beat me to it! But yes not my type of music usually but Robbie is the ultimate showman

[@Lilly8Listens]

I've shown my granddaughter 3 songs from this concert, but I've never heard of Come Undone, so I thought I'd go and check it out myself. I absolutely loved it, and I remembered that I had seen it once before when 3 guys reacted to this whole concert. Needless to say though, as far as my granddaughter is concerned, I'll give that one a miss. 😄

[@danielturner4851]

i was at this concert and im not afraid to say that my friend and i were both in tears at this song. We had both lost parents and this song always held a special place in with us! He is a born entertainer!! Check out any of his other songs from his Knebworth gig and you will not be disappointed.

[@Isleofskye]

Lovely comment,Daniel.

[@walshy4788]

Bro the fact you was at this very concert at that time of life please count your self one of the luckiest people on earth no lie. I’d give up anything to time travel and be there wow if only!

[@christinehoare-jones811]

There were 375,000 people at this concert and 3.5 million watch it on tv. One of the biggest crowds ever

[@EddieCeefax45AFC]

125,000 x three times three nights

[@gigmcsweeney8566]

No phones. Everyone in the moment. Pure love and joy, all around.

[@rc.1970]

YESSSSS

[@Joshua5de]

At the 2005 Brit Awards, the British public voted "Angels" the best British song of the past 25 years.

[@spanishpeaches2930]

And Robbie stole it.

[@lindamason570]

This was played at my sons funeral.❤😊❤

[@RNTV]

That is beautiful 💚💜

[@EL_Duderino68]

😞❤

[@Isleofskye]

He is watching you with love, Linda.

[@vilebrequin6923]

Sorry for your loss.

[@emmae4602]

I’m so sorry for your loss 😔

[@lesleyanne241]

I live very close to Knebworth and can remember standing in my back garden and listening to him singing this song. It was a warm summer evening and it was beautiful.

[@Isleofskye]

That is some memory Lesley Anne:)

[@Isleofskye]

Was this the loudest crowd or were there any others that you heard, loudly, from your house, please?

[@lesleyanne241]

@@Isleofskye Hi, I only heard on the last day, the wind was in the right direction, but, I do remember Stevenage was almost in lockdown due to the crowds of people.

[@Isleofskye]

@@lesleyanne241 Thanks for that.

[@fezzman77]

Same here. The vibe around Stevenage was amazing at that time. The only comparison was Oasis a few years earlier.

[@Alansnackbar78]

Don’t worry dude all of our women have fancied Robbie for the last 25 years !

[@tinasjostrand2677]

And I always will😊 those eyes!❤

[@suehayward656]

Look what your missing out on when our artists can't break America. You really need to see 1 of his full concerts, he's such a great entertainer live.

[@CarlMansell-zs8xl]

Odd that, considering we are thee birthplace of great music. Robbie wasn't manufactured enough for the US, he was a real one that said the wrong things and flirted at inappropriate times. Sooo English. A treasure.

[@michellemybelle2263]

@@CarlMansell-zs8xl I think they just dont get us. their loss!

[@whitechocolate072]

I saw him 4 times in concert and i can confirm he's the definition of an entertainer.

[@brandonshaw2120]

😉I think Jess is now a Robbie fan Here in the UK he is a national treasure. Everyone knows the words to his songs. It's life affirming stuff. Brilliant. He was a huge part of the 90's and early 2000's

[@BertSmithLondon]

More Robbie Williams please, a world star America missed out on.

[@jamiesmith5204]

38 year old rock fan here. Robbie's music is my absolute guilty pleasure. And Knebworth was great. 'Come Undone' is especially good.

[@carlgibson285]

I'm a metal head but Robbie's music is one of my guilty pleasures too. I can't stand Take That though 😅

[@benjamindelafuente1962]

Same here 😂 Robbie s music is great

[@darrenwilkes5858]

"SHE'S THE ONE" live at the same concert is a must also..

[@mickroser5106]

Definitely. The scene with the young couple is beautiful

[@puddel9782]

I love the good old times of concerts. Only hands in the air and no smartphones.

[@NotYourKindOfPeople-z6m]

Jess has felt the Robbie Williams effect... she's completely mesmerised!

[@GuyDownUnder]

Robbie has been famous since he was 16 and we grew up with him and his music . The Knebworth concert saw 375,000 over three nights. Do watch his Netflix series about his life. He is amazing live .

[@davyj911]

If you look at the end, as he moves to the centre of the stage behind the confetti, he mouths "Have I done alright?" still never believed in himself as his fans did.

[@nelerhabarber5602]

The Oktoberfest is currently taking place in Munich (Germany) (millions of visitors from all over the world every year) and this song is always played as the closing song in the big festival tent and yes, everyone sings it there too!!!

[@peterfoakes7569]

I was in hospital, for 8 months 4 in a coma, that song was played over headphones to me whilst I was out, I came around, still means so much to me. I always cry lol, and I am not a soppy guy!

[@duncansbuddy]

For some weird reason Robbie was never that popular in the US but was (is) an absolute super star elsewhere all over the world. Every song at this concert is great. An entertainer he is. Thanks for sharing.

[@annicecooper8105]

This song was MASSIVE at the time and very much Robbie's redemption song. ❤️

[@jasmineteehee3612]

In total over three nights there were 375,000 people at Knebworth. I recall watching it on tv. Love Robbie, as other commenters have suggested, please watch the royal Albert hall concert with him, he sings swing music, it’s amazing.

[@mlc5969]

Robbie played to 375,000 fans over three nights, becoming the "biggest music event in British history".

[@lindatweetytaylor]

Yup and nobody has topped that and also shown love on telly

[@Stuartalison]

​@@lindatweetytayloryears was 2003

[@youngthing12]

You have to listen to him live at the Albert hall, to see the other side of Robbie. There’s a lot more songs from this concert you will ❤️ them, Robbie was born to entertain 👍🏻😁🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@TheGuiltyJoker]

I remember watching this back in 2003!! Always been a huge fan of Robbie, one of the best British singers with ease and can certainly put on a show. There was over 375,000 people over 3 days, plus over 3.5 million who watched on TV and online, and it broke the record for biggest music event in history at the time. His album "Live at Knebworth" also sold over 2 million copies which was also the second fastest and biggest selling live album in the UK.

[@esteban280889]

More robbie!!! An absolute legend. Famous all over the world. King of pop in the late 90s and early 2000s

[@janetramsdale4478]

I introduced my Aunt to Robbie Williams music when she was 83 years old. She bought his latest album!

[@angelaregan475]

I'm 82 and still love him. I have been to many of his concerts. He is a true superstar.

[@deirdreryan7402]

American here. Been a HUGE fan of Robbie since his first solo album. LOVE 💕 HIM❤ You need to watch the entire concert. Someone here on KZbin has it but missing his song Kids. You can feel the energy and love when you listen to this in the car.

[@PaulSmith-u7f]

My brother spent a couple of years touring with Take That and said Robbie is a really genuine nice guy who loves his job. Think it shows in this video

[@papaquonis]

I wouldn't call myself a massive Robbie Williams fan, but he's fantastic live. Years ago one of my friends had tickets to go see his show, but then she got ill on the night and couldn't go. She offered me the ticket and so I suddenly found myself there at one of the best stadium concerts I've ever been to. He's truly a brilliant entertainer. You don't even have to know his songs, I guarantee you'll have a great time anyway.

[@adalderson6269]

You definitely need to watch the song "Feel" from the same concert. You will not see anything like it, such an emotional performance..... 1 for the ages 💪🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻. Brilliant thank you

[@lynnhamps7052]

Yes yes yes!!

[@shogun219]

I was going to say that

[@ianoo23]

100%

[@sezuisa]

Yes!

[@rc.1970]

They have to see the all concert

[@vickster5001]

I wasn’t at Knebworth (although I have a friend who was at the front!), but I’ve seen him in concert over the years and it’s always a fabulous experience, capped by Angels. 80,000 in Wembley in London singing it together is emotional every time.

[@johnchamber5962]

This was the gig they said couldn't be done, so Robbie funded and organised it!

[@Isleofskye]

Thanks, John. Why did they say that, please?

[@johnchamber5962]

@Isleofskye they believed he couldn't fill it.

[@onechopbuddy3849]

@@johnchamber5962and he filled it and filled it and filled it

[@Alice-hp6yb]

Angels was released not long before Christmas in December of 1997. I was in my final year at university, St.Johns in York. This song was absolutely massive!! Played everywhere and you could guarantee it was always the last song of the night in clubs and bars. We all drunkenly danced, hugged and sang along. I have the most fantastic memories of this time in my life. Was also the last song of our final summer ball. ❤

[@loridanarandolph2648]

His song Feel, from this same concert, but please watch until the very end. Robbie struggled with mental health issues and has been very open about his struggles. You can see and feel the crowd give back to him so much love. It's a beautiful moment.

[@smoggybalboa4691]

Robbie was on top of the world at this point in time... Every man wanted to be him, and every woman wanted to be with him. Untold levels of charisma and showmanship

[@MichaelGelder-dn8bk]

I love reacting to you,your an amazing couple I can't wait to see what you react to next.

[@miorandmior]

I love this song and this video always gives me goosebumps. And I've watched it thousands of times. Robbies charisma is the size of a whole universe.

[@Wickerrman]

Seen comments suggesting loads of different songs from this gig...and honestly...just react to the entire gig! Robbie has so much talent and charisma oozing from him at the same time!

[@robertgash4555]

Watch Robby Williams being interviewed be Graham Norton, priceless.

[@RoosterDane]

Can you imagine how incredible it must feel being a musician in moments like this

[@johnalcuk]

The real "greatest showman" Fantastic Robbie.

[@IanGumbleton-je1bn]

He has had many hits and you should check out his swing concert he did where he showed he could sing classic swing songs as well.

[@jasmineteehee3612]

Just going to say that, thank you.

[@lynnhamps7052]

Ditto!

[@mischanew2278]

Watch this every Xmas! Nostalgia 🎉

[@sezuisa]

Hell yes!

[@1chish]

Well said Ian.. Beat me to it. 'Mr Bojangles' was my favourite but it was a great concert and it took guts for a pop star to do it but he pulled it off big time. I have the CD.

[@MarkESBuckmaster]

My wife bumped into Robbie Williams at a charity golf tournament in Wales. She's a strikingly beautiful tall woman. Robbie clocked her and told her she was gorgeous. He then signed his name on the small of her back. She plays it down saying her was drunk but I'm kinda proud of that 😊

[@dclore]

At his peak it was cool for both men and women to adore Robbie - it was a very cool time music-wise!

[@greypossum1]

Why this guy never broke through in the U.S. is just beyond me. Three consecutive shows at Knebworth, England on 1-3 August 2003. The three shows attracted a total of 375,000 fans, becoming the "biggest music event in British history"

[@mikes747]

According to the man himself he was his own worst enemy at this time. He has since stated that he can't remember this concert at all due to how wasted he was at the time. He's all clean and a happily married family man now though!

[@HitchUpAndTow]

Finally 😉 You wouldn't believe the record label was about to drop him before he released Angels

[@Galahad1967]

I never understood why Robbie didn't make it big in America. He has such a huge back catalogue of songs that were big in the UK.

[@MikeRees]

My mum went to this concert. She was near the back, so one of the first to go, and it still took her 3 hours to get out of the car park at the end. There's a reason it's still the largest concert the UK's ever seen

[@ssseeessseeessseee]

blows my mind that robbie williams didn’t blow up in the states. he’s a British legend - the crowd speaks for itself

[@darrellpowell6042]

Robbie Williams albums , I've Been Expecting You and Life through a Lens both worth of a play through, banger after banger of singles per album.

[@interghost]

I was there and only like a few rows from the front. It was CRAZY!! - And also, did you notice not a single smart-phone in sight... this was pre smart-phone and people just lived the moment and not viewed it all through their screens!! At one point he came over the top of the crowd on a huge crane-arm and I managed to high five him as he went past... good times!

[@uschi1814]

Cool 😮

[@hazelcoggane6419]

Omg can’t believe you reacted to this Robbie is all our girls crush from him being 16 in Take That I was thirteen when he left we cried for months. Crazy now I still buy tickets to all his concerts ❤

[@deliaelkarem7597]

I saw him in Dubai and I would see him again & again & again! He’s a born entertainer! Makes me so proud to be British! 😍

[@robertofraser101]

I never seen this thanks 4 uploading it was fantastic from cheeky chappie Robbie 😊 who indeed is very talented thanks enjoyed a lot

[@miamonan9627]

What an epic energy! Even if I’ve never been a huge Robbie fan, I’ll give him full credit for being a great showman.

[@peppermintcrush5794]

He is one of the best entertainers of our time!

[@robinford4037]

Never was into the boy bands or girl bands (dancing around0, but when someone in the group goes solo career and are even more amazing, love Robbie (Mel C also) . Their apprehension and doubts on whether they have fans who will still love them must be unbelievable. My appreciation on their courage and talent .

[@rickybuhl3176]

Knebworth was special, by UK standards it was truly next level. Everybody was there for him, nobody else. This was just Robbie being Robbie and by Gods he pulled it off. They released this as a DVD, well worth it.

[@gillfox9899]

I would never pay to go to a Take That concert but a few years back a friend had 4 tickets and someone couldn't go so I took there place. I don't know their music but that had to be one of the best nights I've had. They were incredible. Such fantastic showmen

[@Pauls_Hi-Jinks]

robbie still gets the same reaction now when he tours

[@stuartjones5786]

You really need to see more of Robbie at Knebworth. Great reactions. Glad to see you back.

[@fanvanmusical]

I was there! It was A...MA...ZING. Best concert ever. Robbie is a great entertainer and his backstory is something else. Good thing he has a Biopic coming out soon so you can watch it. ❤Loved how you fell in love with him live on air. 😂

[@revenant_scot]

I wasn’t at Knebworth but I saw Robbie a couple of times. Believe me, it wasn’t just the women that knew all the words! And the thing about Robbie was that where a lot of artists, especially now, produce incredibly polished and choreographed shows - and I’m not knocking that - he could hold the stage and massive crowds with very little of that. He was an incredible showman. And the era that Angels comes from when he was writing with Guy Chambers produced so many extraordinary songs. Guys I knew took the piss out of me for liking Robbie, but he was just awesome. Loved him.

[@angelaregan475]

He is still awesome.

[@LincolnBartman]

I can tell you I was their and wow wow wow it’s a once in a life time experience really the crowd really made this concert awesome… and I think their was over 350.000 people you should react more to Robbie Williams incredible singer much love for you guys reacting to him ❤❤❤

[@davetaylor4560]

Robbie was raised not far from me, lived in a pub growing up. His father was an entertainer too, working the local pubs and clubs scene. He has achieved so much in his life but is still a humble guy with a great sense of humour. At his core he is still a bloke from Stoke !

[@lk-music]

Haha, I used to see him on the bus to Margret Wards but because I went to Chell High, we never spoke.

[@davetaylor4560]

@@lk-music I probably wouldnt have either, im allergic to Vale fans !

[@pichingis1]

My favorite song. Love watching it live. Best video

[@TheSerubbaabel]

Record label guy once said that Robbie is the perfect artist. Coming from a boy band ladies love him and even guys think that he's cool. Perfect combination!

[@cooko1966]

Hey Mike, been meaning to mention for a while now, you are very very good at winding back after you pause, and picking your pause moments. Keep up the great work...

[@RNTV]

Thank you friend. First compliment I've received for pausing 😅 Mostly just catch a lot of flak for it, so thank you!

[@davidgreen2528]

I was there for this 🎉 it was stunning !! Robbie is a legend

[@annicegrundy5307]

I’ve seen Robbie perform around 10 times. First time was when he first left take that and the last time was at Wembley just before the Covid lockdown… he’s fantastic and always gives 100% to his audience

[@johnwoods3289]

I was at that concert, I live in Stevenage, Knebworth House where this concert was held is about 800 yards from our town , the concert was absolutely stunning the atmosphere was electric great memories.

[@paulneumann438]

ich kann bei einigen Raeaction-Videos nicht glauben, dass diese wirklich zum ersten mal gehört werden. Das war ein Welt Hit.

[@emmafrench7219]

YES!! To the video and because you haven't gone away! So pleased you are still reacting. I must admit I got a little upset 😥when I saw your video a couple of days ago. Please do more Robbie live. I'm positive you will enjoy it. Thank you.✌❤🇬🇧

[@JohnHazelwood58]

You can't go wrong with Robbie Williams live! ♥ < keep on reacting to him and his hits!

[@bydavidmitchell]

I'm a massive Freddie Mercury fan, so I don't say this lightly - Robbie Williams is, in my opinion, the closest any other performer has come to being the one-in-a-million entertainer that Freddie was. If anyone could lace his boots, it would be Robbie. I wasn't a fan of Robbie growing up, but I later learned to appreciate his showmanship, and he has some great songs. But my can he capture an audience and hold them in his hand, just like Freddie could. I have a huge amount of respect for Robbie Williams now. That Knebworth concert was particularly amazing, and he did some other great songs that night. I'd encourage you both to check out Me and My Monkey, and Come Undone. Great songs. Much love guys, keep up the great work ♥

[@brianelve9276]

George Michael would give Robbie a run for the money , he was world class singer

[@bydavidmitchell]

@@brianelve9276 Yes! He absolutely would. Another great performer gone too soon.

[@kevinbushby3931]

😅Robbie never disappoints, he is the best live performer xx

[@Crystall1961]

Robbie literally is one of the nice guys in the music business. He's had his struggles with alcohol drugs in the past but he's been happily married to American Ayda Field since 2010. I personally think their relationship saved him plus of course their beloved 4 children. I have a lot of time for Robbie because I think he's a genuine person...and the man can hold a tune too 😁🥰

[@musik102]

@Crystall1961 Hold a tune maybe, but why does he always sing in an American accent. It's embarrassing.

[@grantsutherland7943]

Check out Robbie perform FEEL also at Knebworth, it's a must see

[@adalderson6269]

Feel was so so emotional!!!

[@ianoo23]

Agreed 👍👍

[@deadagainjeff]

Not a mobile phone in sight. Everyone is living in the moment and not missing it by recording it so someone else can benefit. Old school concerts rock.

[@Isleofskye]

Well Said:)

[@druidswillow1052]

Hi M&J, Wasn't a Robbie fan but absolutely adore this song & this live performance.....He played 3 nights here to an overall crowd of 375,000, Love your Reactions 🇺🇸💚🇬🇧✌️👍

[@RNTV]

Thank you for enjoying this reaction with us friend! Much love to you! 💜💚

[@jamesp7709]

Such an amazing entertainer. Huge in Europe, and could not get arrested in the US. "Feel" from the same show is great as well.

[@JALLA-10]

"The best show in the world" is how Robbie Williams described his record-breaking shows at Knebworth Park. The record attendance of 375,000 fans over three nights in August 2003 at the Hertfordshire estate has never been broken in the UK.

[@mariajosecosta3336]

People in the UK don't mess around when it comes to festivals or any kind of music concerts! Love your reactions 💜🫰

[@cheryltotheg2880]

I just felt like I was 13 again watching that 😂😂😂 he’s so good looking yeah that smile ❤

[@AgunziLFC]

Theres a great documentary on Netflix on Robbie Williams, the rise, the fall, and the rise again, the drugs, the woman, its very, very good. His life has certainly been a roller-coaster ride. One of the biggest stars on the planet ( even though hes relatively unknown in the US ), its def worth a watch.

[@heatheroneill8673]

I was there. August 2003 I was so close to front. It was a fantastic day. I still have some of the confetti 🎉 x

[@esclad]

His whole Knebworth concert is just epic.

[@willswomble7274]

Nowhere and no one does music like the UK!

[@clairecollins3783]

I was there and it was AMAZING. Not sure if you noticed but there were just as many guys there as girls. We all love him ❤

[@BritishFreedom]

Advertising Space is my fav Robbie Williams song.

[@mattybob12310]

How Robbie Williams never made it big in the States with the voice he had still amazes me. It's taken me 20 years but my god he has such an incredible voice. He's a man whose had a lot of battles and, thankfully, won them all. Propper British Treasure. Late 90's to mid Noughties you couldn't take any length car journey without one of his hits playing on the radio.

[@davidgreen2528]

Was there !!!! The best I have ever seen