Righteous Brothers (Bobby) - Unchained Melody (1965) REACTION

[@chevy266nova]

I have been on this earth 78 years, And I say There will never be music like we had in the 1950's and 60's. You could feel the love in the music. You can't do that today.

[@BatbirdRa]

The host's name is Andy Williams, and he is a great singer too! He does a song called "Moon River" and more. He has a great voice. Andy Williams was a superb tenor.

[@davidmastro5406]

One of the most beautiful songs of all time. I think the real magic about Bobby Hatfield's performance here is not just his superlative singing ability (which is obvious), but his ability to make every woman feel like he was singing it just for them. Great reaction, Tysheen.

[@dalelmartin1973]

Every woman with an open heart reacts to this beautiful L y sung version of "Unchained Melody" because it so powerfully represents how loving men really feel about their women. We really do "love, hono,r and cherish our wives, which is every woman's due. Women need this spiritual commitment from their men in order to contribute their partnership to a lifetime of marriage and family. Thank you, Bobby Hatfield, for voicing a real man's true feelings for real women! So many of us can not do it adequately ourselves. Rest in peace, Sir. Amen.

[@jamesmabrie8410]

The Ladies Swoon when Bobby Hatfield sings Unchained Melody

[@ralphmoore5387]

It's hilarious...."oh he's handsome...ohSHIT He can sing "

[@kathleenkarsten5739]

That voice! He so young and dreamy too! We need love songs again. 🥰

[@nefersguy]

On an emotional level, it's simply overpowering.

[@maryanngarrimone1153]

OMG I'm 72 yrs old and I still get goosebumps when I hear him singing this song. I melted when I heard sing this song on the Andy Williams show in 1965. I have every vinyl record album they made. I cherish this collection! 💞💞💞

[@BobC-fo3si]

Bobby Hatfield had a great voice and serious vocal control.

[@TysheenOrane]

I just love his soulful voice.

[@j20tower]

They’re not brothers. But they are the greatest duo of all time. They each had solo careers. Sadly Bobby passed away in 2003.

[@JimmieHamilton-x5k]

Sam &Dave greatest duo all time. Bobby Hatfield live performance of this song absolutely one of the best I have ever heard if the not the. best.That includes Smokey's Bad Girl and Marvin's Distant Lover live,and Star Spangled Banner at THE NBA all star game.

[@j20tower]

@@JimmieHamilton-x5k I don’t agree

[@barbramoses2835]

The best blue eyed soul ever❤❤❤love them forever.

[@garypostell5268]

Must realize that this song been recorded a lot but no one does it better than the Righteous Brothers version 🙏💯👍

[@alicewalker7144]

I love Bobby singing Unchained Melody!

[@traceyobrien8410]

Welcome to the wonderful world of what is known as blue-eyed soul. It is truly timeless music, and The Righteous Brothers were the absolute best. The story about how the group was named (according to my recollection, anyway) was they were playing somewhere in the South, and a black serviceman stood up during one of their performances and yelled out, "That's righteous, brother!" Bobby Hatfield did this one in only one take and nailed it completely. Nothing in the way of voice enhancers or whatever else is used nowadays. Pure, raw talent. You need to do a video reacting to both of them singing "You've Lost That Loving Feeling." He and Bill Medley (the other half of the "brothers" part) also performed on at least one episode of a music talent show in the 1960s called, "Shindig!" That one will definitely blow your mind!

[@beefonweckeastside3323]

No auto-tune no gadgetry just a man with a voice and a song and the world stopped and listened

[@crsounddoctor4937]

Besides them singing together, every so often, the Righteous brothers would perform some songs individually & in this one Bill Medley (baritone voice) sat this one out and Bobby Hatfield (high tenor) sang "Unchained Melody." Many other artists have covered this song, but no one, sang it like Bobby Hatfield!!! Hands down he owned this song...Mic Drop!!!

[@ThePmfan]

Andy Williams recorded a nice version of this song also.

[@lorrinekaai7489]

That is Bobby hatfield singing

[@doloresschultz8393]

A sexy 6'4" hunk with a voice even the angels envy.

[@billgibbard9449]

Bill Medley, the bass-baritone half of the Righteous Brothers, produced this song for his "brother" Bobby Hatfield, the tenor. Of course, such perfection came about through hard work and dedication from both of the Righteous Brothers. Bill was not joking when he said that he didn't know that "Unchained Melody" would be a hit. No one "knows" how to guarantee a hit. But, and this is the key, Bill worked his butt off to try to make the song a hit. So did Bobby. Of course, both of the Righteous Brothers were delighted when "Unchained Melody" became a hit. You will notice that "Unchained Melody" became a hit under the heading of the Righteous Brothers even though Bobby sang solo. This exemplified the caring/sharing/decency/respectful relationship that they had with themselves and each other. What a different world we would have if all "real" brothers held such values.

[@msvisualize]

Loved your pouty face. 6:40. Greatest love song of all time.Love you Bobby.

[@toodlescae]

Bobby was really nervous because his parents were in the audience believe it or not.

[@gibsongirl2100]

He was nervous because he suffered from almost paralyzing stage fright throughout his career. That fact that he could pull off a live performance this flawless under those circumstance makes it even more impressive.

[@gibsongirl2100]

@Atlas Conrad And why would you want to do that? Controlling much? Why are you here???

[@thomastimlin1724]

Bobby, from the grave, makes these TV show singers like on America's Got talent sound like amateur night at the bar karoake. This is real talent, no BS. He sings about the content of the menaing of the song, using his vocal talents to cnvey the emotions, not his vocal athletics, of wich he has plenty of. It's about the song, something sorely missing today.

[@alicewalker7144]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@nancydanise5073]

Love this video it's shows their humor. Bobby's performance on the Andy Williams show was sheer perfection.It was effortless, smooth and sheer perfection. Many Artists before and after him have done this song but no one can do it like Bobby Hatfield HE OWNS THIS SONG. Remember this is live the raw talent they had was unique. (I think Bill was OK with it) .

[@theretiringbarber]

Greatest performance in history .

[@sharncoppy9527]

It also helps that Bobby is what we called back in the day..... A STONE FOX. Even today I get chills seeing and listening to him sing this song, where's my Depends? I really need them LOL

[@llschnitz]

This song was recorded several times before they got ahold of it, and the earlier versions are absolutely nothing like this. Whoever did the arrangement is a genius, and Bobby of course also. Its wonderful.

[@williamfox666]

The arrangement was done by Phil Spector and his band the wrecking crew

[@zanhar7688]

@@williamfox666 phil Specter had nothing to do with this…. It was arranged and produced by Bill Medley, and Bill even played piano on the studio recording. It was meant to be an album cut and Bill did the albums for Specter because Phil only wanted to concentrate on singles. Specter put it on the B side of ‘Hung on You’ by chance and the deejays started playing it. It was an accidental hit…

[@rond4690]

Simply the greatest duo ever. Bobby sang this one by himself. The girls in the 60s just melted every time he sang this classic

[@caroltassin4049]

The runs were crazy good, his coolness (didn't even break a sweat) no auto tune, Live, vocal range out of this world & was of the most played songs of the 20th century, beating the Beatles & Elvis! Bobby Owned this song & there's no doubt the music from the 60's was the Best!

[@davidwayne9982]

Yea- his brother also said he sits and kicks himself A LOT!!!! (they 're NOT really family brothers- but they are muscial brothers).... This is STILL a chart topper- almost 70 years later!!! He's in heaven now- teachting the new angels HOW TO SING.

[@jefflanaghan6327]

Phil Spector, the owner of the record company, normally produced the 'A' sides of single releases. This song was released as the 'B' side and was actually produced by Bill. It actually made Spector furious that radio stations began playing this side instead and he changed the credits on the label to say that he produced it. These guys typically each had 2 solo songs on each studio album with one exception - an album called 'Standards' where Bill had one whole side of solos and Bobby had the other side.

[@spencerlmp]

The arrangement was done by Jack Nitzsche, who arranged most of Phill Spector"s songs. He also did movie scores and lots of other songs.

[@kaymccastle1154]

This is the type of song that you slow dance with your spouse, fiancee, and your significant other, and 🚫 not with some random person!😍

[@foofghtr]

He was actually kidding, Bill was the producer of the song in the studio. Bobby did a couple takes of the song and told Bill, I can do it better. Bill said, no you can’t…❤ Bobby’s mom was in the audience that day, and Bobby was sick and sounded that good.

[@mrk8050]

I sang this to my wife at our wedding in 1983. She, however she said I murdered it. I'm guessing it's not a song for a baritone, she told me I was of better sticking to my drumming. I thought it was an appropriate song as I was in the Royal Marine Commandos, I had returned from the war for the Falkland Islands when I proposed, and now was shipping out to Sierra Leone two days later, so much for my attempt at being romantic. On the upside she liked me in my Dress Uniform, and having my comrades forming the sword tunnel helped. I must have done something write because we're still together. With 4 children and 7 grandchildren, we got busy on baby's when I was home. I served my Queen and Country for 34 years as a Royal Marine Commandos and Specialist Forces, and then 2 years in hospital, and she stuck by me even though I'm wheelchair bound now. We do actually have a song by Queen called "Your Me Best Friend", a very apt song as she has been my best friend since we were both 16.

[@DarqJestor]

34 years of service to your country! I bow down to you, sir. I only did 4 years (US Army). Stay safe and be happy. 💕

[@chanteblake3585]

They were before my time, I love there sound the range in the vocals, they really stand out from other artists especially of today, im a fan.

[@clf8668]

No auto tune, actual band playing and actual singing!

[@dougyacker243]

So good it hurts. Great job Tysheen.

[@robertlavallee591]

It was decided by them that Bobby would sing the song as a solo and history was made,though the song didn't originate from them but 10 yrs. earlier it was Bobby Hatfield that made it famous and is considered the best version even today with his beautiful countertenor voice and 4 octave vocal range,countertenor is a male singer who move easily from tenor into soprano,they are actually rare...lovely reaction by you.

[@sandyleewhite]

***MEN WATCHING THIS, PAY ATTENTION*** (Deep down, this is what women really want) 🥰 🥰 🥰

[@williamlarimer334]

If I could sing like that I would, but they always turn out to hate me, because I can't sing like that.

[@jerryr3752]

A priceless voice that can provide such awesome peace even after almost 60 years. Can make people feel warm and comfortable no matter what they may be facing in life.

[@crsounddoctor4937]

Bill Medley was just poking fun & joking when he said he didn't think it was going to be a hit, and he didn't literally go into a corner to kick himself, that was all said in jest & having fun!!!...As I said in my previous comment, besides them singing together, every so often, the Righteous brothers would perform some songs individually (perform solos) but they both supported each other always and it was never an issue between them!!!

[@TysheenOrane]

That's what you call "Best friends".

[@crsounddoctor4937]

@@TysheenOrane You better believe it!!!

[@motaman8074]

The story is, they actually flipped a coin to see who would record it.

[@crsounddoctor4937]

@@motaman8074 The coin flipped for Bobby's side and the rest is history!!!

[@signsbyrusty]

This song takes on more meaning when understood in context...the song comes from a prison movie about a man doing time and singing to his love from prison...In 1954, Alex North was contracted to compose the score for the prison film (released in 1955).... North then asked Hy Zaret to write the lyrics, but Zaret initially declined, saying he was too busy painting his house. North was able to convince him to take the job, and together they wrote "Unchained Melody."...and the rest is history...maybe the most beautifully written romantic song of all time...and as I understand Zaret did eventually get his house painted.

[@bobbiewallace4008]

Another Bobby Hatfield song I just heard is Ebb Tide. Beautiful song

[@jessepischke7094]

Check out the righteous brothers and Andy Williams singing "what'd I say". It was right after Bobby sang unchainded melody. Having fun and Bobby dancing and goofing around.

[@gsyoung54]

When a BW puts her hand on her heart you know she's melting inside... I love it!❤⚘

[@bobbiewallace4008]

True they sound fantastic

[@emiliomazzeo4286]

CAN YOU BELIEVE A PERFORMANCE LIKE THIS FROM BOBBY HATFIELD BACK IN 1965. HE SUNG LIKE AN ANGEL BOBBY SUNG THIS SONG SOFTLY, SWEETLY, SMOOTHLY, SENSUALLY AND WITH SOUL GRIPPING PASSION THAT WAS SO PURE, CLEAN, ELEGANT & POWERFULLY B E A U T I F U L I HAVE HEARD MANY VERSIONS OF THIS SONG (incl Elvis & Neil Diamond), BUT BOBBY SUNG THIS SONG THE BEST - PERIOD. HE TRULY OWNS THIS PARTICULAR SONG. THIS SONG IS SUCH A CLASSIC THAT IT WAS IN THAT FAMOUS FILM "GHOST" STARRING PATRICK SWAZYE & DEMI MOORE. THIS SONG AND THAT FILM WERE A PERFECT MATCH I HAVE SEEN MANY GIRL REACTORS TO THIS AND MOST WERE SO EMOTIONAL OR TEARY OR SPEECHLESS OR OVERWHELMED OR "fell in love" WITH BOBBY & HIS PERFORMANCE TAKE CARE TYSHEEN ORANE FROM EMILIO IN ADELAIDE CITY IN AUSTRALIA > COVID -19 FREE

[@fredpierce9363]

His "brother" Bill Medley did think the song would be a hit. It was Phil Spector, their producer, who didn't want to record it. Bill Medley produced the record himself, and the rest is history. This performance gives me goose bumps every time I see and hear it, which is often. It takes a lot of work to develop a voice to that level. Thank you Mr. Hatfield. R.I.P.

[@melissameyer3472]

BEAUTIFUL!

[@brucecronin6396]

Love it !!

[@JohnSmith-oj6ir]

Tysheen, my love, remember that in those days we had no MTV or music channels on TV or any cable programs, and no computers or cell phones to watch our favorite groups and singers. There were a few shows that featured our kind of music - Shindig, Hullaballoo and so on, but they were typically half hour shows once a week. This performance was on the Perry Como show, one of a number of variety type shows that might feature a pop or rock or soul act. In other words, it was a big deal to see the people we loved. I might see the Rolling Stones or the Beatles or someone like that half a dozen times a year, if I was lucky. Maybe that's why they're so special to us after all these years.

[@MrSander1755]

The youngest had to get up to change the channel.

[@hallieharker4384]

It was the Andy Williams Show.

[@ridl8006]

OK girl.. I was just a little kid (in OKC).... when my (totally cool) mom.... made me play this song over and over and over again...on our record player... now I finally understand...

[@shirleycarr5387]

Beautiful. They went brothers.

[@crsounddoctor4937]

Hi Tysheen, Please be aware that they are not really brothers (Here are their names: Bill Medley = Tall one with the deep Baritone voice & Bobby Hatfield = Blonde shorter one with the High Tenor Voice); they were just good friends who came together to form one of the greatest, if not the greatest duo to ever sing & perform. Here are some other Righteous Brothers songs you may want to react to: "Soul And Inspiration," "I Just Want To Make Love To You," "Ebb Tide," "Summertime," "You'll Never Walk Alone" and "Rock and Roll Heaven." You will not be disappointed!!!

[@TysheenOrane]

Wow, Thanks

[@doloresschultz8393]

Bill was (is) 6'8"×, so Bobby at 6'4" seems short. But so good a singer that he raised their duets into the phenomenal ĺevel. Ĥave you heard "Guess who"? or "Somewhere" or "Come on" or "Dream on" or "Bring it on home to me"? the many sides of Bobby, and I didn't even list one inçpmparable , " SUMMERTIME".

[@OutlanderAnatomy]

Bill and Bobby both wanted to sing this as a solo in this Valentine’s Day special. They tossed a coin and Bobby won. You can find Bill Medley’s version on You Tube. Bill was joking when he said he didn’t know it was going to be a hit. 😊

[@fredrickemp7242]

I really liked your Reaction it was very nice

[@TysheenOrane]

Thanks Fredric

[@HGWTPaladin]

Bill Medley actually sang backup, played piano and produced this song.😮

[@nycot107]

Bill was joking when he said wouldn't be a hit, they always poked fun at themselves, they didn't take themselves seriously and that's one reason I like them. They weren't full of themselves.

[@quentinmichel7581]

Bill Medley had his share of solos as well. He & Bobby Hatfield (they werent real blood kin) would flip a coin to see who got the solo. Interestingly Bobby Hatfield had profound stage fright and would throw up before every performance then get himself together and go out on stage and kill it. Those two guys were consummate professionals and performers.

[@blakemckenna4935]

These guys are the best male duo of all time!!!

[@maryanngarrimone1153]

Love your reaction! I can tell you loved him, too!

[@jimfarrell4145]

Bobby has many beautiful solos and all are on You Tube--He has wonderful love songs, touching inspirational ones, rock and doo wop. Here are just a few: Only You, Somewhere, Ebb Tide, I Believe, He, Soul & Inspiration, You'll Never walk Alone, I Need a Girl. Search Bobby Hatfield solo songs, and they will appear. He, of course has some great duets with his partner, Bill Medley. I guarantee, you will be hooked !! Cathy

[@peggypennington3270]

I appreciate your reaction. Heartfelt and genuine. I had to subscribe.

[@tim9s]

Great reaction.

[@4verstoked]

Even the bros swoon to Bobby Hatfield.

[@jamesrose9114]

They're not really brothers and, Bill Medley was kidding. After all this was a live TV Show being filmed. They added a little humor to the introduction! The story about how they got their nickname is true however. They were dubbed "Blue-Eyed Soul" back in the day. This song has withstood the test of time and always will. Why? Because, "Class Never Goes Out of Style".

[@alfogel3298]

Righteous brothers best version ever. I’m going to let you know who performed the best solo version of this song and the most underrated vocalist ever recorded. He was Elvis Presley’s favorite ballad singer -superior to Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Johnny Mathis , Tony Bennet.. and when you privately or publicly react to “ Unchained Melody” , I’m going to offer you 2 songs that will blow your mind. The first is “ once upon a time” and his 4 octave range reaches the celestial angelic realm. And then “ Granada” the best American rendition ever recorded in the history of recordings. He scales the heights and sustains notes seemingly forever. If you are a professional coach or vocalist please don’t miss these recordings!! You’ll thank me. -Al in isolation from Miami Beach, Florida”

[@kahlodiego5299]

Everybody wishes they could sing like that.

[@judytickle6587]

Bill Medley couldn't do this song justice

[@Vonne-cw5wf]

Bobby and Bill alternated singing solo songs on their albums in order to display their unique talents. Both wanted to do Unchained Melody so they flipped a coin and Bobby won 🙂 The story they told on this show was just for laughs.

[@2CoolNot2]

Love y o u r response: Bill produced the side-B platter. Thx..

[@leahsweany4726]

They were joking, they tossed a coin to see who would sing and Bobby won, they usually each had a solo. They aren't brothers, they were in another group called th Paramores and split off together. Watch them from the same program sing What'd I Say along with the host.

[@gibsongirl2100]

There was no coin toss. Bill uses the coin toss explanation as a sort of joking response to a number of things. Bobby made this a hit on the album, so no way anyone else is singing on this night.

[@snowflakehunter]

@@gibsongirl2100 Actually, you are 100% wrong. Bobby Hatfield won a coin toss to see who would record the song. It is very well documented.

[@gibsongirl2100]

@@snowflakehunter Please cite your documentation, other than the time, many years later, when Bill was asked how they decided who would do the song (on the album), said he "thinks they tossed a coin or something". He gave that response about coin-tossing a number of times on various questions. Think about it logically - they're on a highly rated show and a song that Bobby made a huge hit of with the record version, is going to toss a coin before they go on to decide who'll do it?

[@snowflakehunter]

@@gibsongirl2100 I used to work in the music industry at some capacity and often learned all sorts of facts about artist (mostly more modern ones), but the Righteous Brother have stood the test of time (especially Unchained Melodies thanks to Movies). Here is a source for you; be sure to read is all. spinditty.com/artists-bands/The-Story-Behind-the-Song-Unchained-Melody-by-The-Righteous-Brothers

[@snowflakehunter]

@@gibsongirl2100 No comment?

[@ElLuis1122]

Wow, I’ve never seen the whole video...I mean, with the interview part at the beginning. Thank you for posting it this way.

[@TysheenOrane]

You're very welcome

[@edhorton2766]

You won't believe this but this was released on a 45 rpm (2-sided record). It was the "B" side. Disk Jockies weren't having it and this song is what they played.

[@PaulTillson]

Bill Medley done a version in tribute to Bobby Hatfield after hr passed away. Its good.

[@SweetThing]

Bill was just joking when he said he didn't think it was going to be a hit. They both wanted to do the song solo, so they did a coin toss and Bobby won. Many people have sung this song, but it was always Bobby's song. It's in the movie, Ghost.No auto tune back then. Just pure talent. RIP Bobby. New subbie. :-)

[@Michael-s8m5g]

Bobbies Hartfield's voice is legend.

[@brianpowell6058]

Bobby Hatfield and Bill Medley - The Righteous Brothers. Bobby had an unusual 4 octave voice range. Normal male voice range goes between two and a half to three octaves.

[@markpotter3963]

The brothers recorded singles on every album that they made. Both brothers want to do this song they did a coin flip and Bobby one. Woodville medley heard sing it

[@markpotter3963]

Let me finish that comment when build medley heard back and change it his comment was I’m glad I lost the coin flip

[@amb6899]

Bobby Hatfield was a top tier singer like Bill Medley two of thd greatest singers ever. Just once in my Life is exceptionally good. They were on 🔥🔥🔥 FIRE doing The Nightime is the Right Time and Little Latin Lupe Lu. Bill Medley had a great solo song in 68 Brown Eyed Woman with the Blossoms which great singer Darlene Love was part of. I hope you react to music again occasionally. Videos are not blocked on the Ed Sullivan show.

[@larrysmith4872]

He was joking about not thinking it was going to be a hit. They had a coin toss to see who would get to sing the song and thank GOD Booby Hatfield won the coin toss.

[@danmcdonagh8924]

He didn't miss anything.

[@fancypants7706]

He and Bill Medley (not real brothers) both wanted to do the single, so they tossed a coin and Bobby Hatfield won. It was meant to be because no one could match this perfection.

[@PECOSO0]

The song was in the movie GHOST as well

[@Talamasca124]

Welcome to Blue Eyed Soul.

[@billkarg3935]

Smooth and Effortless . . . You've just met Bobby Hatfield!

[@danmcdonagh8924]

That was a joke.. It wouldn't be the same if both sang it together.Look at how many times it was played.

[@Michael-s8m5g]

His mother was in the audience.

[@rickywheeler6054]

You are amazing too. 🤗

[@TysheenOrane]

😊 thank you

[@stephenbrough8132]

Another sad song all the "experts" said could never be a hit was SOLITAIRE - covered by many artistes, such as Andy Williams ... written by Neil Sedaka ... he'd lost all his money I believe, after being ripped off by his mother and step father acting as his manager, squandering all his money from his many massive hit songs in the 60's - so in the 70's he had to start all over again, playing piano as a session musician, paid by the hour, or as an entertainer in small venues - then he wrote SOLITAIRE - a very sad song about lonliness, which no-one believed coule ever be a hit - man, it was a MMMMMAAAASSSSIVE success ... just check how many people recorded it ... Experts are often wrong.

[@46magno]

The “brother “ they weren’t blood brothers.he was joking. The song ,and his interpretation were already famous.

[@Robert-jh8yo]

Blue eyed soul . Motown style

[@nycot107]

They aren't brothers, not in the related sense, but they did consider each other "family"

[@noelmartin5877]

Didn't this song feature in the Movie starring Demi Moore and Patrick Swazae?

[@robertasher56]

Bill was joking about kicking himself

[@DouglasDruigA]

No CGI Live 1965

[@johnrodrigues5974]

They are not brothers. The guy singing is Bobby Hatfield. His partner is Bill Medley. Like he said before a guy yelled out That was Righteous Brother. That is where the name came from.

[@notrumps2784]

There will never be another song as beautiful!!!!they had more pantys thrown to them than VICTORIAS SECRET!!!!

[@frankfranco1638]

2024 Fantastic

[@okie-kan9240]

I think the brother knew it was gonna be hit, it was just a little comedy , joking around.

[@PaulBertrand-z7f]

Song Summertime is different

[@davidwayne9982]

Elvis tried it--- but I'm here to tell you- Elvis CAN"T TOUCH THIS-- not on his BEST day.

[@MrSteppingstone888]

Hi .. His brother did not sing because it was for bobby's higher vocal range/ but check out you lost that loving feeling by the righteous brothers OMG God Bless You !

[@eleanorhebbe6343]

I think his brother wad jokingabout not knowing it would be hit it wouldnt hsve been the same as a duet

[@robertlisternicholls]

Bill's voice was probably too deep for this song

[@badrigravesande6952]

Only Bobby