Robert Palmer - Johnny and Mary (Live @ Bälinge Byfest '80)

[@michaelbraun3808]

For whatever reason.... Robert was under-appreciated as a musician of the 1980s. For me one of the best songs from that fantastic time.

[@seymourfroggs]

Agree. Totally ahead of his time.

[@thewomble1509]

In Essence he had two careers. In the 70's he sang in a blues/rock band with Elkie Brooks called Vinegar Joe. Check them out.

[@V-hn3kg]

Because he’s not trivial as artist

[@salvatoreconcuore465]

🎯 yessss fantastic times 🤝

[@godovscore]

One of the best songs ever...

[@Fredrikwatchesandartwork]

Joachim Köck 👍🥂

[@jimemeny676]

Fucking best

[@paolavega2400]

No doubt

[@three-stripes]

I'm going to agree. Hey check out the Black Marble cover. I personally believe you will be very pleased that you did. He does his synthwave spin on it.

[@sportsguy2891]

The whole Clues album is awesome.

[@saskiakneulman7275]

Remember hearing this on the radio while dishwashing and immediately stopped, to listen awestruck. Dropped the dishbrush and ran straight to the recordshop! Those were the days...

[@elmengh]

Nothing like a live band and zero fake instruments/sounds...this is priceless!! makes it feel like Robert still alive...RIP brother!!

[@ArsyaUtomo]

Define fake instrument... Coz my grandpa would not count Synth as real instrument

[@SceneComparisons]

@@ArsyaUtomo he might be talking about no samplers but yeah, I'm tired of this arguments there are plenty of bands nowadays who play just like that

[@humanchannel7825]

@@ArsyaUtomo of course synths are real instruments

[@orgi49]

But the synthy-threadless bass plays his loop by its own😅

[@swoe420]

​@@orgi49came here to say same.👍

[@lyndhurst1111]

Agios Nikolaos, Crete, Greece. September 1981. This song was played a lot in the bar next to the apartment building overlooking the sea front when I was there. The song had been released in 1980 but this was the first time I'd heard it. I'd stand on the balcony looking out to sea listening to the music below. It always brings back memories of that place.

[@johnconway9882]

Coming up on his 75th birthday, 19 January 2024. RIP Robert.

[@thewomble1509]

He went way too young. Such a pity he failed to listen to medical advice.

[@alinskyrocks784]

I just want to go back there …

[@salvatoreconcuore465]

me too please 🙏

[@downsphile]

Where’s your suit, Robert? One of my favourite songs, and singers. Huge shock (and loss) when he died.

[@jeffstone2136]

A sad and beautiful song that makes me tearfully miss the unique moment I had with my lady when it came on the radio by chance, and mourn the loss of the genius who created this masterpiece.

[@DJDanceClassic]

this is not an easy song to do live and they are awesome! it sounds so amazing.10/10 Robert we miss you

All the songs of Robert Palmer contain sincere messages and touch the heart. Nowadays there is no music like that😢

[@mickzammit6794]

2024 and so many memories. I'll never stop loving this song

[@lavielemond]

Agreed 100%, Mick...this song has EVERYTHING...the lyrics, the instrumentation, the cadence & the atmosphere...& in this version, some of the best touring musicians of the time...can't believe that we lost him at only 54, more than 20 years ago now...just like this song, this guy had EVERYTHING...great looks & sensational sartorial style (good luck saying that if you have a lisp!), that typically 'northern' charisma & sense of humour, a wonderful voice & a great mind for songwriting...the guy was a fucking STUD!! Cheers & best wishes to you from 'Down Under', mate...take very good care out there...Matt.

[@mickzammit6794]

@lavielemond funny you should say all of that. I hate denim so I copied his style of dress sense and females loved it.

[@lavielemond]

@@mickzammit6794 Haha, that doesn't surprise me in the slightest, mate!!

[@paullongworth9951]

The guy was pure talent

[@zovalentine7305]

Much loved to this day. LEGENDS never die ❤

[@thommyh.4492]

This song reminds me of a friend Graham Taylor who always liked this song very much. He could understand the words. Later he went to Switzerland and I never saw him again.

[@LuisCisnerosAguila]

La canción es muy buena, me trae muchos recuerdos.👍

[@dejah.golubovic]

I yous't lesen'it on the radio when I was a kid but I didn't realise what is about entil now.

[@SterlingBoyd]

I LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE This!!! RIP Robert, hella miss you!

[@asboukcomfortable1670]

Miss you Robert. Underrated genius singer and songwriter. Still heartbroken. UK fanatic x

[@jerkimer]

For those who care, and because some of you were talking about specific musicians, Robert is being backed by: the late Jack Waldman (keyboards); Chris Bishop (bass, keyboards); Alan Mansfield (guitar); and Michael Dawe (drums)

[@debinnc1887]

Craig I genuinely care who they are. Which of the two keyboardists is wearing glasses? It is painful to know that another of these men has passed. If you know who the musicians are playing with Mr. Palmer in others of his songs on KZbin, would you identify them as well? Thank you!

[@jerkimer]

Deb--I am relieved to know that...because one wouldn't generally get that impression by many people who upload videos. Yes, Chris Bishop is the one with the glasses. I have, actually, identified musicians in other Robert Palmer videos...but please let me know which videos you're specifically referring to. I am currently writing a biography of Robert Palmer, so I have spent a lot of time trying to correctly attribute musicians in both videos and photographs...if I'm stumped, I'll send the photos or clips to some of Palmer's closest confidants to see if they can recognize the players. Thanks for the message, Deb.

[@d.merkerson9480]

Craig, You have just become one of my heroes. Truly! Would you be willing to communicate with me other than through this comment section? There is so much I would like to share because we are trying to achieve something similar. I have been researching Mr. Palmer in hopes of writing a book on him but not a biography. I realized it is beyond my ability to write one. I have tried to find other ways to make it happen. Your note could not have come at a better time. Thanks so much, Deb

[@jerkimer]

Deb--To highlight the synchronicity of your message, I'll start off with the concluding sentence from it: Your note could not have come at a better time. I don't care how it happens, but a book on Robert needs to be written--whether by 1 or 15 people--because it's several years overdue. I have been struggling for ten years to complete it, so I will welcome any and all help. You have piqued my curiosity and I am anxious to hear what you have in mind. Please contact me at [e-mail] and we'll go from there. Craig

[@glennpagemusic]

Craig Robert was the man! He was SOOO much more than "Addicted to Love."

[@morrisman64]

Nice live performances he is dearly missed

[@JustK009]

Morrisman Smith yessir

[@jacquespietri4673]

Bxjh

[@benjaminpensiero8519]

I love how he plays the guitar so nicely and joyfully at the end of the song.

[@jeanangel2104]

The music is fantastic.....one of my favorites, Robert is missed more today.

[@jimemeny676]

Fucking best

[@luannabbate2624]

@@jimemeny676 Robert was the classiest!!!!!!

[@robroy9511]

One of the best. Rip Robert.

[@paultreadaway102]

Close knit Classy Band here,Keyboards or Synths drive this Song one if not Robert Palmers Best Song to the greatest decade of all time never to forget miss it so much oh hail the 80s.This was taken in Sweden in 1980 music fest it says and Robert getting a guitar at the end swag vocals the guy could do anything up there with the Best Artists ever

[@ghostrider729]

i just looked at the vid again, so sad we lost Robert at a young age, johnny and mary is a deep song im glad after 30 year's ive found it

[@shedhead6774]

2023 and this is still amazing

[@aimeegt72]

I still have fits of missing him at least quarterly...He was such a big part of my youth and the King of Cool as far as I can see!

[@chunderwunderwhinger1331]

Yeah he put the OO in smooth !

[@PIPNTISAH]

Beautiful man.

[@FranklinNJ]

He had it all, funk/rock/blues/reggae/jazz; style and class in abundance.

[@gordonm.7387]

His pitch and range are immaculate. Great style, great humour in his writing and phrasing. Greatly missed! x

[@cesarsoriapena5793]

And a punk flavor.

[@caseynrbq]

Again, just simply, stunningly, beautiful!

[@paultreadaway102]

Well said and everything like all his Songs he's the King of Cool with every element indeed beats nearly everything the last 10,20 or even 30years since the 80s left.Swag performer still gets his Songs played on Radio respect

[@vmickevic]

❤

[@maryannmay7105]

This is such a brilliant song even today

[@briteboy6131]

i always thought i wasn't a fan of this guy, but recently got way into this song! it and this performance are both amazing!!

[@romanorvisky1747]

It took me long time to find this masterpiece...

[@teresaherrerovizcaino138]

This man was brilliant. Amazing performance.

[@BabaraFreimuller-ge1cl]

Johnny and Mary einen wunderschönes Lied von einem wunderbaren Künstler schade dass er nicht mehr lebt😢😢

[@LinaTinaTTS]

I actually like the natural sound of his voice here.

[@lovesoaps1834]

Even live Robert Palmer shines I love this song brings back so many happy memories.

[@donaldhutnick3138]

What a great song. When Robert picks up the guitar is one of the finest moments ever on a musical video. God bless you, Robert. Hope to be meeting you someday. Don aka Fiasco

[@ShadSimm]

It’s a nice little touch esp as he seemed to forget to crank the volume on it at first. And saw the funny side…

[@holgermarsen8596]

cooolll! that's why i love YT ..never heard and saw this Version/Video before. RIP Robert, gone too soon

[@lewisner]

He was so cool he could piss ice cubes.

[@chrisd5145]

lewisner yes Robert was unique very few artists like him

[@therespectedlex9794]

Didn't hide his geeks either. They were cool though.

[@philippemongrolle9328]

Your quote made my day 😂

[@kevandalzell7906]

Why Andy and John sought him out!!! They saved so much money when drinking!!! I heard that is why Tony joined Power Station!!! Ice cold drinks!!!! Serious note, this song rules!!!!

[@LordDefekator]

Sounds painful

[@ajitpatel6832]

Thank you. Robert please come back please 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@victorrodriguez5765]

My favorite Roberto Palmer song ................ greetings of Perú ...

[@salvatoreconcuore465]

my biggest 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 Robert Palmer and Band amazing song...👍🎸🎶🎶 Rest in peace

[@novatornado5576]

Quietly his greatest musical and lyrical achievement.

[@doctorjoyboylove]

2:22 I bet the keyboarder is still beeing haunted by that hilarious mistake.

[@thefinnishflash86]

JoyBoy was just gonna coment 2:22 lol

[@Carl-im9gh]

Oh. That Is cruel. He did a great job over all. I did spot the mistake though lol.

[@a.st.5339]

at 3:20, he was still slightly annoyed... ;-[

[@heyya99]

haha

[@Esperluet]

May be drunk

[@ericn1450]

Who would have thought how well this song would have aged. Still sounds otherworldly and fresh today. This is a really great live version. Seems almost Devo like and from me that is a huge compliment since Devo rule.

[@JoseHernández-t1b]

Algo de lo mejor de los ochenta una canción diferente con el toque mágico del Sr Robert Palmer de cuerdos de mi adolescencia en las discotecas en México 🇲🇽👌🌹

[@alenahawke475]

❤️ Robert Palmer and his music. RIP🙏

Repose en paix Robert.

[@michaelak1719]

Johnny und Mary💕✨🥰✊💫 Wunderschönes Lied 🎉

[@stephaniebaker2960]

❤ ❤ ❤ Robert Palmer

[@fabiocasa843]

Johnny's always running around Trying to find certainty He needs all the world to confirm That he ain't lonely Mary counts the walls Knows he tires easily Johnny thinks the world would be right If it could buy truth from him Mary says he changes his mind More than a woman But she made her bed Even when the chance was slim Johnny says he's willing to learn When he decides he's a fool Johnny says he'll live anywhere When he earns time to Mary combs her hair Says she should be used to it Mary always hedges her bets She never knows what to think She says that he still acts like he's Being discovered Scared that he'll be caught Without a second thought Running around Johnny feels he's wasting his breath Trying to talk sense to her Mary says he's lacking a real Sense of proportion So she combs her hair Knows he tires easily Johnny's always running around Trying to find certainty He needs all the world to confirm That he ain't lonely Mary counts the walls Says she should be used to it Johnny's always running around Running around

[@davidsantospago2174]

Great version of a brilliant song. Just builds and builds, no real crescendos.

[@thommyh.4492]

This is now 44 years ago.

[@baturbatu6027]

Awesome... sounds like driving an old and classical Renault! Just like its ad's.

[@davidhargreaves4049]

wow super amazing song this is music an altime classic i love robert palmers voice similar to chris rea the vocals and melodies and keyboard production the beat is incredible rip rb your music and lyrics will allways be rememberd thing aint wot they used to be all enjoy

[@chrisd5145]

Jesus H God Robert way back in the day unbelievable he came to Grand Rapids when I was a kid in like 1983-84 this is like before that unbelievable

[@nicmart]

I saw him in Cincinnati, in 1976 or 77, I think. The greatest talent of the Rock era.

[@marciamenezesnascimentofer9292]

Parabéns 👏👏👏 beijo 💋 no coração Cantora MÁRCIA MENEZES SP Brasil, felicidades sempre

[@francospecchia9283]

🇮🇹... QUESTA È STATA LA PRIMA CANZONE IN INGLESE CHE HO ASCOLTATO , ERO UN RAGAZZINO ALLA GITA CON LE SCUOLE MEDIE , ANCORA ME LO RICORDO , DA ALLORA SONO PASSATI 43 ANNI NON SO SE MI SPIEGO 🤔 , LA MIA ADOLESCENZA, ORMAI LONTANA , CON QUESTA CANZONE SI APRE LA PORTA DEI RICORDI , SALUTI DALLA PUGLIA ✋😜✋

[@kirasyv]

Damn I cant help crushing on Robert Palmer 😍

[@barryroberts2196]

What a great loss Robert is ! RIP fella.

[@SceneComparisons]

I love this song so much

[@THEWOLFE-007]

This is a Side to R.P That I have never seen, Mr Style and Natural-Cool without a suit, playing the guitar and interacting with his bandmates, I am enjoying the Heck-Outta this Classic PALMER Footage. Wow!! The man is refreshing. I just wish I could have sat at a nice restaurant or private club and enjoyed a couple drinks with him, while chatting like friends about music and life. I hope no idiot ever walked up to him and addressed this authentic-original man and uttered "Nice to meet ya Bob..." You know how obtuse some folks can be, right? That's obvious.

[@saeuselkraechz]

Still wonderful. R.I.P., Robert.

[@sannecarlsen4846]

OMG…. Thank you Born 1966, loved Robert palmer.

[@Kris97520]

Una de mis Canciones favoritas de toda mi vida. Muchas gracias 💜💃💃💃💃💃💃🙏🙏🙏

[@vladstepes5732]

The Best Song ever , Robert, Palmer,,, for a next 20 years,,,

[@RayAndPES]

Incredible song. Even though it's not the strongest of versions, still got me going. Thanks so much for posting. The guy was a king.

[@Abinea20]

i also like hear this song. what version the best?

[@thefuss4868]

It’s live...?? It’s as good as this song could possibly be performed live. Tf

[@f3099]

You try recording strongest version. U loser

[@Fear2Stop]

@@thefuss4868 yup… hearing it on headphones makes it obvious …but yeah it’s almost 100% note perfect!

[@AFaceintheCrowd01]

When this came out, NME gave it such a great review I ran out and bought the 12-inch and, yes, it's a sweet, sad song. I had gotten off the Robert Palmer train after his first four -- fantastic -- albums.

[@hm4steve]

You are still missed, rest in peace Robert Palmer.

[@steadfastandyx4947]

What a sad loss. The Robert Redford equivalent of wonderful talented singers.

[@dudestyle01]

The John F. Kennedy of music ✊

[@fernandogarrido1473]

Grandísima canción! Q elegante era este tio! Forza Robert Palmer.

[@toddjensen3872]

Truly rip Robert Palmer all the best days are behind us but I'm a historical revisionist I say we relive the times with kind religious people one love we can only love each other in this world no matter the difference robert Palmer knew this he was a good man to rest in peace big man

[@jesusmariaaxpealvarez8972]

No puedo dejar de mover los pies con éste ritmo. Cada vez que la escucho me devuelve a mi época discotequera.

[@witoldwielki201]

Zgadza się.

[@chemagallego]

Totalmente :-)

[@MrMealy444]

I'm late to the Robert Palmer party but the ❤ is real

[@jorgetorressolano7921]

Gran cantante y gran canción, grande Robert 🖤🤘

[@LuisCisnerosAguila]

Robert Pañmer,, el mejor cantante de todos los tiempos.🤞

[@lorenzoalvarez785]

Gran cantante y músico, una excelente banda... Que buena ejecución en vivo... RIP Robert

[@normandomanuelflores7346]

Ya falleció no sabía que buen tema saludos de Jujuy Argentina un clásico que envidia yo no tengo ni unos tarros

[@granthardy3550]

Superlative song

[@ghostrider729]

Frikkin great song ,I seen the video on midnight special in 85... N just got it loaded on my phone. I loved this song pure wave.!!!! I've been trying to get it for years ty internet!!👄

[@jeanangel2104]

Midnight Special.......memories

[@DingKong]

It's a little strange seeing Robert so casually dressed. What a great performance though. Top class.

[@stuff8605]

My favorite thing he ever did, among many awesome things. His body movements and facial expressions got more exaggerated later, not that that's bad. Just a growth in showmanship.

[@silviadoernmann6038]

Wunderschöner Song,großartiger Sänger....viel zu früh gestorben.

[@candela9314]

Bravo ,bello e in giacca e cravatta con jam-session taylor stupendo cantante rock

[@jorguemanriquezcarrasco8510]

Maravilloso

[@RebeccaTurner-ny1xx]

Robert really had a thing for that massive Sennheiser mic. It's in lots of different videos.

[@allanaris3026]

Zach King was so good he appeared himself back in Robert Palmer 1980 live performance on drum intro. 0:17

[@aestroai8012]

Coolest song of the 80's! Must be hell on the syth guy in white though. You can program that stuff, but it's a bit tricky.

[@angelagriem9922]

Meine Jugend,einfach genial. Ich liebe es 💯 🤘 💯 🤘 Dankeschön 💫 💫 💫

[@salvatoreconcuore465]

Meine auch die Jugendzeit ❤

[@heidelinde77]

35 Jahre ♥ich den Song mindestens schon...

[@owengarrattwriter]

That voice....!

[@kevandalzell7906]

THANKS SO VERY MUCH!!!!

[@robertaghirardini7972]

Lui bello bello bello! Canzone mitica riproposta dai Placebo

[@crisomelido]

tremenda version!!!!

[@jannipakos1614]

Thank you Robert for the best Time ever 🥹🔥💤🙁💯🕯️✝️🕊️💓🧢🤳🛼💓🕯️ RIP Love..miss you

[@vladstepes5099]

The Original and Real Johnny and Mary !!! Great .

[@ghostrider729]

still 1 bad ass song

[@luisexpositovilas982]

Siempre que conduzco un Renault acabo tarareando esta canción. / Every time I drive a Renault I end up humming this song. 😂

[@davidtifft66]

Unbelievable talent.RIP Robert

[@luisosvaldosilva3701]

hermoso todo.

[@reneklerks33]

Thx for the upload!

[@andrearatto]

enchantingly wonderful 😢