Robert Goulet "If I Loved You" in Carousel

This was Robert Goulet favorite role. His gutsy, gritty, yet vulnerable portrayal makes Billy likable, which a testament to Goulet's acting.
"Robert Goulet reached his maturity as a dramatic performer and musical comedy figure in a strong sensitive portrayal of Bigelow, the luckless carousel barker... Goulet's "Soliloquy" anticipating what his unborn child will be like, was outstanding. Los Angeles Times, May 8, 1967 - Don Page

[@sburris65]

I had the honor of seeing him in Camelot. After the show several of us gathered at the stage door to meet him. He was without a doubt the nicest person I have ever met. He spent more than 45 minutes talking with us and then took about 6 of us out to breakfast with him. I will never forget his kindness and his talent was unmatched. He is greatly missed.

[@jv-ep2tc]

I have regretfully come to believe that we will not see the likes of songs like this again. As a child in the 60s, I heard Goulet and the other great male singers of the era come flying out of our stereo in the living room. Although neither of my parents ever saw a Broadway show, I feel like I have thanks to the 33 1/3 sound tracks that they frequently played.

[@zondrahoffmann5962]

Why didn't he get more recognition as one of the best baritones, ever!!

[@rveeing802]

+Zondra Hoffmann yes, i agree!

[@andyvanm1]

One of best MALE singers of the century ,A true original voice,once you heard him you cant forget him.. Rest In Peace Bob ...

[@AndyHirt]

Just perfect. The more I hear him, the more I admire his honest technique. They don't teach this anymore...

[@mseghers]

I love how "human" his performance is, and how he goes from speaking to singing, naturally. I would rank this up there with Gordon Macrae's version. Beautiful stuff.

[@mmjhcb]

Now THAT'S a voice! Just thrilling. If he competed on one of today's ubiquitous talent shows, the judges wouldn't know what the hell to do, since they wouldn't ever have heard anything close to that gorgeous singing. That was a golden age. Now it's more like lead.

[@marymason602]

He was brilliant, gorgeous and truly talented - a legend.

[@bullshttttttt]

He was the best. There are no voices like him out there anymore. The screamers have taken over.

[@billbrimmer1739]

Robert Goulet openly said that Billy Bigelow was his favorite part. He does this number with an outstanding flair of power and tenderness.

[@1Suncatcher]

No one did Carousel better than Robert Goulet. No one. My favorite - his stunning Soliloquy. What a void in music that he left.

[@herbertstoner8434]

My parents saw Camelot on Broadway and bought the original Broadway cast album. I grew up listening to Robert Goulet's Lancelot. That planted in my ear the mistaken notion that every male voice should sound like his. He set the standard. How was I to know that no one else sounded like him? I watched Carousel when it was shown in '67, and was not able to stay up and watch all of Brigadoon when it was shown (I was too young), but we bought the album, and I listened to his performance of that gorgeous score over and over again. I watched Kiss Me Kate when it aired. (What a wealth of theatrical and musical talent we were served up in those days!) We also had the original cast album of The Happy Time. I loved his performance in that show. His voice was unmistakable and immediately recognizable. A few years ago I found on KZbin a Christmas special that Bing Crosby put together that included Robert Goulet and Mary Costa. They performed O Holy Night, and the hair on the back of my neck stood up. I'll never forget the smile on Mary's face as Robert took the phrase "For yonder breaks a new and glorious morn." I don't think she had heard a voice quite like his, even after years of performing opera. There was simply no one else like him on the pop or operatic stage. There was a visceral quality to the sound of his voice that produced a sense of excitement that can't be matched. It was a force of nature. The sound was dark but completely clear, and it had a sheen that grew as the volume increased. I'm so glad you and Robert got together. It is clear that he found his soulmate. Thanks for all you are doing to bring the body of his work to a new generation. I'm waiting for the digital release of Brigadoon, Carousel, and Kiss Me Kate. Keep on keeping on! Your efforts are greatly appreciated! God bless you!

[@ROBERTGOULETTHEMANANDHISLEGACY]

Herbert, a lot of people say many wonderful things about my husband, but your comment was most eloquent and profound. Thank you so much. I know that Robert is looking down from his window up above and smiling. Vera Goulet

[@jessthehorse]

One of the most touching and moving ballads of all time and Goulet had the voice to pull it off!

[@LionelBrunet]

What a handsome singer with a magnificent voice.

[@jeanniehubbard3765]

Oh to return to the Golden Age. Beautiful songs, talented composers & lyricists and fantastic handsome baritones

[@ez8546]

Dang, that dude was HANDSOME! Great baritone voice and quiet a good actor, too. Old school. Very classy and elegant, not like the trash that's out there today.

[@ROBERTGOULETTHEMANANDHISLEGACY]

Thank you for your comment. Yes he was handsome, a great baritone, a very good actor with class and elegance.

[@ROBERTGOULETTHEMANANDHISLEGACY]

***** Your French is pardoned Steve! Yes Robert was hot all through the 60's and most of the seventies. I am astonished when I browse through our press clipping archives, for he was on the cover of Time, Newsweek, Life and every other show biz magazine, week after week and constantly in the press. Although Tom Jones (he is a friend) gets credit for being the first to have the ladies throw hotel keys on stage in the late 60's, it actually all started with Robert during his first four week night club engagement in New York's Plaza Hotel in the Persian Room. It was a record breaking engagement in all the history of the Persian Room from the 1930's to the early 70's when it closed. He was handsome, talented and indeed very hot, but he was also an excellent dramatic as well as a very good comedic actor with a god given voice unlike any other. He loved words and when he sang he didn't just sing, but always told a story with that unmistakable Goulet voice. I am glad you enjoy the video. I never get tired of watching it and am always moved the sensitivity and vulnerability he brings to Billy. And yes, you are correct, Carol did have him on the show. I wish you a very joyous Holiday Season with the Robert's help. Vera kzbin.info/www/bejne/jKLXiKOvnZuhl6c

[@djondjon]

I listened to his music as I was growing up. Such pure talent! Is he related to Dr Robert Goulet? kzbin.info/www/bejne/mp3WhXl9hJljq5I

[@marilyncallachan]

PERFECTION❤

[@billielittle]

What a hottie. They don't make men like they used too. A different era. An era of poetry, great musicals, and beautiful music. Where romance still existed. Long gone.

[@ROBERTGOULETTHEMANANDHISLEGACY]

No they don't. He was a tremendous talent and thank God for videos and film. Vera Goulet

[@billielittle]

Thank you Mrs. Goulet for replying. Whenever I hear your husband sing I think back to an era that "was Camelot" or almost was anyway. An era of great voices and talent. Mr. Goulet will always be part of that era of great singers/showmen who were bigger then life.

[@opera888able]

In his time he was the complete stage musical star. There is no doubt about it. His diction alone puts him head and shoulders above anyone else. And thats before you consider all of his other great gifts. He's never gone from us while wev'e got memories.

[@battlebear4772]

2018, and this man's voice can still take your breath away. We miss you, Robert Goulet.

[@AndyHirt]

Shoot me. We've lost not only Robert, but the entire musical theatre culture. Damn, isn't he just wonderful?

[@rveeing802]

+A. Hirt yes, i agree

[@robbey10]

I saw this when was a child, It was wonderful to have Robert Goulet bring Broadway into your home. Carousel, Kiss Me Kate, Brigadoon. All shows that he did for TV, No one will ever be like him.

[@jackrenglish]

YEP..& I SAW BOB IN CAMELOT, & SOUTH PACIFIC....PERFECT!..RIP..JACK ENGLISH..WEHO..7/2019

[@Brevard1994]

Vera - Robert's sound is perfect for this role! Cutting & bold.. but also with great tenderness...I've seen many, many opera singers flounder with this seemingly "easy" song... Robert NAILS it with ease. One of the best voices of the 20th century in all styles of singing. Please post more!!

[@terijay7]

one of the best voices i have ever heard. I thought so when i was 13-- i had all his albums back in 1962.... when i was in my 30's i met him in Vegas at his concert..... when he sang "That Beautiful Face"-- and came down to me and kissed me on the cheek. It was a moment i will never forget

[@Notintimidated2013]

He was gorgeous! ❤️

[@stmckinne]

What I like so much about Robert Goulet's rendition of this song, is that as he walks toward Julie, in the closing minute, singing at a quieter dynamic lever, "soon you would leave me, off you would go, in the mist of day, when you’d never would know,” he perfectly captures Billy’s vulnerability. Wow! Very powerful. Vera, thanks for sharing this video. Perfect!!!

[@jonathansmith9235]

Drives me to tears, every, single time.

[@michaelkipler7970]

This is truly the definitive version of this tune. An amazing man with an incredible talent!

[@robynbirde]

Oh man, I wasn't expecting to be so moved by this- such deep, powerful acting on display in this rendition- every note was so heartfelt. Beautiful.

[@quequitoAR]

ASTONISHING!!!!!! Anyone who thinks on taking on that role should see him first, and then rethink...

[@jer0622]

Robert Goulet was just pure class. Unfortunately, there's no one out there that can bring talent they way he did.

[@dashercronin]

The greatest. Didn't get the recognition he deserved. Seemed to have fallen between so many stools: Musical theater; Hollywood, Las Vegas, TV. Fortunately, we have the recordings.When you hear his renditions you can't imagine anybody else singing them.

[@jackrenglish]

YEP..I TRIED, BUT COULDNT CUT IT......JE

[@andyhaslam9231]

Vera..Robert had the most amazing deep voice but also had stage presence which todays singers do not have. He loved singing to the camera and performing live and was a pleasure to listen to. My two favourites are On A Clear Day and Come Back To Me which show off his amazng voice to perfection. Sadly performers like Robert are few and far between. Great man great voice and on here is a permanent reminder of a true talent we will never see rivalled

[@Goomgam]

As good as it gets. One of R&H's most beautiful songs and nobody (NOBODY) could sing it like Robert Goulet.

[@mafillejolie]

Thank you Mrs Goulet for sharing those beautiful songs. Robert Had the most beautiful voice, physic but also a beautiful wife.

[@jeffwatkins352]

I'll keep a close eye out for that. Honestly, I never thought of Mr. Goulet in terms of Billy Bigelow. But this video brought tears of pure joy to my eyes while opening them at the same time. Can't thank you enough.

[@atosov]

I knew the singing would be first-rate, but the acting! Such complexity yet with such a light touch in the characterization!

[@ROBERTGOULETTHEMANANDHISLEGACY]

Yes, he cared about people and always found time to make them happy.

[@cappy4475]

So great. I have forgotten Robert Goulet. I remember seeing him on TV when I was a kid. I have forgotten how great he was. I remember passing by him in Manhattan many years ago. It was around noon and he had on a baby blue v neck sweater and when I looked at him, his eyes made me look longer. They were the bluest eyes I had ever seen. Striking eyes! I wish he was still alive singing.

[@ccaammiinniiito2]

Goulet is magnificent here.

[@rveeing802]

+Jay Young always magnifico....

[@davidharianto5555]

Jay Youn

[@jeffwatkins352]

Brilliant talent, beautiful man, intelligence, and love.

[@heartus2010]

Not one soul, can sing like this man!

[@EduardoGarcia-jm6mx]

What an incredible performance

[@markdaniele4539]

Mrs Goulet I pray your healthy. Thanks for sharing

[@GirlfriendNinja]

Wow! That voice...

[@deborahjohnson6035]

I'm so impressed. I've always loved his voice but I was really moved by his performance. I had goosebumps. I don't remember the last time THAT happened while listening to someone sing. Best rendition of this song (and performance) I've ever seen. Vera, I want you to know that I'm thinking of you this season. I lost my darling Steve 2 years ago. Thank you for putting these songs on youtube. I'm so grateful!

[@EduardoGarcia-jm6mx]

I keep coming back to this particular post just to listen to his singing, while I do sing and being a baritone, I am simply at awe to watch him act but especially sing, he can make it feel so natural and easy. His is a voice and a talent that only happens once in a century or more, I am very fortunate to have been around to listen to him

[@gardenlady73]

I have always been a fan of his....one of my first crushes as a young girl....that voice....WOW.... Thank you for keeping his memory alive for all of us, Vera :)

[@tanithjackson9227]

This is so beautiful. I love his rendition of this song.

[@YourAnjl]

I cannot hear this version without thinking of him. Dreamy.

[@ccaammiinniiito2]

This was a glorious and incomparable age in music, and I'm so glad that I LIVED it.

[@1galas]

La seine

[@erpollock]

I watched this performance of Carousel on TV in 1967 when it was first broadcast. Too bad I had no idea then, as a teenager, no basis for comparison, of Goulet's supreme instrument for such musicals. Now I can compare and do, and Robert Goulet stands out by far against all comparisons.

[@gizzycatcat6468]

I love Robert Goulet! His voice is Frank, Tony, Wayne and Barbara!

[@MrAlexandreBeaulieu]

Three letters to describe how I feel everytime I hear this sung by Robert Goulet...WOW!!! Merci de partager!

[@davidmescher2615]

Robert Goulet nailed it. When I remember Mr. Goulet, I think first of his protrayal of Billy Bigelow. I don't understand why so hard to find this rendition online because it was the best rendition of this popular musical. Also I don't find it on ebay or amazon... so strange. Vera... this man was my idol growing up as young boy. He represented to me everything a man should be.

[@ROBERTGOULETTHEMANANDHISLEGACY]

David, thank you for your wonderful comment. You put a smile on my face.

[@Messianic777Mr]

Most favorite singer inspiration as a teen. Sang for his Lawrence, Ma. Homecoming visit. My Mom accompanied his " If Ever" ... warm remembering !

[@0203Patrickb]

I agree 100 % with Andy and Glenn. I'm watching the '56 movie now. I'm sure Bob had his own way of doing the show and wouldn't try to compete with Gordon MacRae. I hope to see this movie version. I have a pic of Bob and me that I'll always treasure, even tho I didn't look my best.

[@mob7074]

So much talent.... and he makes it look so easy, and romantic. Thank you.

[@ROBERTGOULETTHEMANANDHISLEGACY]

+Aus Outback Yes all of the above. VG

[@rveeing802]

+Aus Outback you are so right

[@janicemurphy7878]

Too bad Robert Goulet didn't have a son and carry on where Robert left off we surely miss him and I'm sure all Broadway and the movies due to a guy was the greatest

[@roymarcus8845]

He had two sons, both of whom have his voice, and neither was interested in performing. Both are nurses!

[@kantaroy2460]

unforgetable voice! i m missing u.....

[@tonylearner7636]

A stellar and theatrical performance by the handsome and charming and now legendary Robert Goulet -- what more can I say! Thank you for the post.

[@ROBERTGOULETTHEMANANDHISLEGACY]

My pleasure Tony.

[@Gigigamble]

His gaze is vulnerable, and makes his "I don;t love you" a lie.

[@ROBERTGOULETTHEMANANDHISLEGACY]

Very observant Gigi. As an actor that is exactly what he wanted to accomplish.

[@Gigigamble]

Vera Goulet Thank you for posting this and for your response.

[@ROBERTGOULETTHEMANANDHISLEGACY]

Gigi Gamble My pleasure Gigi. Here is link to a song just for you. Robert Goulet "Gigi" - A very special gem

[@Gigigamble]

Thank you!

[@anbraiii4798]

What a talent. Love him on The Andy Williams Show. Such chemistry with Andy & Bobby Darin. Amazing singers all

[@rmaldonado4031]

All the great , inimitable talent has left us , what a vacuum , what a void , A real black hole .So sad we are left with nothing ,because there is nothing " out there "

[@kevinfrost6514]

Magnificent singer.

[@janicemurphy7878]

I know Robert Goulet knows how good he is when he performed so did everyone else rest in peace

[@fieldingm1969]

To think that once upon a time songs like this were written.....

[@pudgeuncle]

Perfection. An incredible talent, a fine actor, magnificent singer and handsome to boot...all in perfect harmony.

[@windstorm1000]

such heart, such talent, such technique--the B'way canon for baritone cannot be touched to the degree that Mr. Goulet makes it soar.

[@rveeing802]

+windstorm1000 i went to one of his concerts once....he sang in the audience and said to me..."you have pretty eyes..." and i said to him....."so do you!"

[@ROBERTGOULETTHEMANANDHISLEGACY]

+windstorm1000 Thank you for your kind comment. Please keep visiting my husband's channel. Vera Goulet

[@ROBERTGOULETTHEMANANDHISLEGACY]

+rveeing Awww that's so sweet. Vera Goulet

[@rveeing802]

ROBERT GOULET THE MAN AND HIS LEGACY

[@rveeing802]

mrs goulet: since i was around 12 yrs old i followed his career and bought everything every album he put out. i wasn't a love struck kid or adult..i was and always have been a person who recognizes quality and talent and depth and sincerity....obviously, you do as well....i am so thrilled to know he left carol and found you or you found him...such a gem; both of you....

[@ralphecairns5272]

As I remeber Mr. Goulet was a local LOwell,Ma. fellow INded he had a strong voice,and especially good looking,we passed each other in Hollywood he was going into the Brown Derby.Damm that was a long time ago. He does a great version of this R&H classic,I always loved the lycis they always seemd sad and poetic to me thanks you tube

[@lindatolman9624]

The best rendition of this song I have ever heard! Watching these videos brings back so many memories of my parents listening to his albums in the 60s. They saw him on Broadway in Camelot, and wore out the soundtrack LP. Great rich baritone voice coupled with tremendous stage presence!

[@ROBERTGOULETTHEMANANDHISLEGACY]

I am so glad that he brings you happy memories. Vera Goulet

[@timothylynch2029]

Unquestionably the Greatest. R.I.P And thanks for all the beauty you added to this world.

[@richardclarkson8104]

His pauses between thoughts... "If I ( thinks of the thought, tastes it, then sings...) loved you...."

[@catcrazy336]

Oh my God. This is wonderful.

[@THEBRADISHINVASION]

He did such a great job of going from acting like he didn't care early in the video to singing with such rich, beautiful feeling in the main song. Love this video. Listened to it over and over. Beautiful, great song. Thanks for sharing... Brad

[@pattipie1004]

I love Robert and this take on "If I Loved You".............they are all good. The question of the day, hmmm. Carousel leaves such feelings and smiles......xxx

[@kevinobrien3669]

Wow.. the rich resonance this man could produce is extraordinary.

[@bpp325]

After listening to several versions of If I Loved You, including Mario Lanza, RG hit this spot ON, the best. Every note is on, amazing to hear his perfection and talent. Thanx for this video. Wish I could find this on mp3 but it is not available.

[@edithann1284]

One of my favorite songs ever. First or second I learned to play on the piano, by myself!. He's so magnificent.

[@santafejack]

Edith Ann I think you would also like Michael Crawford's version from his album "songs of stage and screen". It's available on KZbin. One of my favorite songs as well as a favorite album.

[@acearch5ive]

Thank You so much for this beautiful recording of this recording. I saw Camelot on Broadway when I was 11 and I will never forget Robert Goulet's entrance. C'est Moi. What a moment. Again many thanks.

[@ROBERTGOULETTHEMANANDHISLEGACY]

My pleasure. Yes "C'est Moi" was quite an entrance.

[@houseofbeeswax]

We miss him! An incredible talent. Lucky to be one of those who were lucky to know him, and his generosity to the arts.

[@sharonposey6134]

Thanks for sharing these videos. He was one of my favorite singers - "If Ever I Would Leave You" still takes my breath away.

[@rickideemus]

You have to wonder how the lady kept from flinching with the most powerful voice in show bidness blasting two feet from her face. ;) ;}

[@annakker6015]

What a lovely voice!!!

[@princepeterwolf]

wow he's just amazing here, amazing.

[@rickideemus]

Wow! Now THERE is a masterful interpretation!

[@jwyche]

Mr. Goulet owned this song! There has never been another, in my mind, that did it better.

[@ROBERTGOULETTHEMANANDHISLEGACY]

Oh thank you for saying that. It was his favorite role.

[@MrHambone43]

Superb singing and acting. What a great performance! I'm hooked...now on to "Soliloquy."

[@marysmith27]

Goulet had a marvellous instrument , a great talent, a great musician. Very well classically trained: that's the difference from today. Sorry- but there are few singers who will exploit their voices without classical training. (An exception was Elvis.) How I miss real music, beautiful singing like this. Today's boring monotony is hard on the ears. Mediocrity abounds. Today in America, people who have no training dare to call themselves "musicians."

[@alexmz123]

Such a great actor and of course, a great baritone voice!! ❤️

[@cherylsmith3585]

This is a very nice legacy for Robert...wow he had quite a life!

[@johnshaw2036]

Geat song performed by a great singer!

[@barehands007]

Solo here, duet in other versions; this is SO good; what a voice.

[@rneedham667]

Beautiful!!

[@markdaniele4539]

Tank you very much Mrs.Goulet..A chance chat on Face book brought me here and WOW!.Billy Bigelow.Fantastic.

[@jlernerz]

My favorite musical contained his favorite role.

[@marilyncallachan]

PERFECTION❤

[@donschwellenbach5461]

He was my hear throb so much talent.......

[@joannegastwirth4750]

'Love this film clip! One of my favorites!

[@ROBERTGOULETTHEMANANDHISLEGACY]

So glad you like his rendition Bob. It was Robert's favorite role. And by the way I am working on releasing it in CD and mp3 format.

[@susanshakoor1390]

I still "swoon" when I hear him sing and see his face!!

[@ROBERTGOULETTHEMANANDHISLEGACY]

You are welcome Jeff. By the way, Billy Bigelow was his favorite role.

[@jackrenglish]

JUST A GREAT TALENT, & NICE GUY TOO..JE