Robin Gibb - Most Of My Life | REACTION

[@amygracegarcia198]

hugs for robin....

[@eaccristo]

Love Robin. He went through a couple of horrendous things besides the train. The fact that he worked through it all and have a good life and reunite with his first children tells me he was one hell of a guy. Came real scary close to losing everything when his ex Molly took his kids.

[@bartalinigibb]

Robin and his celestial and angelical voice. Thanks from 🇧🇷

[@carolespinoza8469]

What a haunting voice he was born with 😢💔💔💔. Such a talented person. 🎶🎶🎶. Mo. &. Robin. Together forever💕

[@ColleenRiese]

Robin Gibb beautiful and legendary Forever in my heart Rip Robin 🙏🩵🥰

[@Zlata1313]

Always love hearing these older solo songs of his compared to how his voice matured later on. But always the "voice that touched your heart" as Maurice said.

[@Heaven-im5kl]

Robin and Molly were on a train in London that crashed and killed 49 people. He helped rescue people. Very brave young man. I love this song. It was sad but beautiful. He could do anything with his voice singing low or high without any problem.

[@susieq9801]

As others mentioned, Hither Green was in November/67 and he was still only 17. He said it haunted him all of his life. It was just after "Massachusetts" went to #1 and he said that saved his life because he could afford a 1st class coach for himself and Molly and most of those killed were in the next coach which was 2nd class. He helped extricate people who needed on the spot amputations to free them. At that age such a horror would really burst the bubble of invincibility that young people have and make them very introspective. Barry said it changed him. Mo even knew "something happened to Rob" before they were aware of the accident. The twin thing! The shock really hit him at the hospital where he said it was like a war zone. Other survivors remarked that after he helped others and they were sitting atop an overturned coach awaiting ambulances he actually joked with them trying to distract them from the circumstance they were in. They specifically remembered that. The one line in the song, "Friends I thought I had were never there" made me think of something he said about the accident that "Real friends asked me how I was. The others asked me how many bodies I saw". Robin's Reign has a few upbeat songs but even at the time I remember critics said it was a good first solo album but he had to be a little less gloomy and vary the themes. I really liked "Give me a smile", "Saved by the bell" (which was a big hit) and "August October" but most songs were all about love lost. He was after all a balladeer and that suited his voice. Many of his songs were sad. I always felt somebody needed to hug the guy. 😥 I'm sure many would have offered.

[@SunCityLady]

You said it all !!! Thanks.

[@susieq9801]

@@SunCityLady - I just reread about the accident in their bio, "Tales from the Brothers Gibb". He saw 24 people with rail lines through their bodies. A young man about his age was trapped in the wreckage and crying out "Don't let me die" until the voice faded. Robin said he couldn't get to him. He was holding things together until Hugh picked them up and then he began to sob in the car. The family only found out about the accident when they saw it on TV (no cell phones then) and realized he was on the Hastings train. He told his family "I thought I would never see you again". Barry said he was moody and quick to anger after that. There was no counselling for victims back then. It was unheard of. The very next day although still in shock, Robin wrote "Really and Sincerely". The lyrics are "Really and sincerely I tried".

[@dianeoliver9041]

I’m sure after the train wreck & all he saw that he probably suffered from PTSD, something not diagnosed or treated back then. Bless his & Molly’s hearts that was an awful thing to have to go thru & then some people also have survivors guilt in situations like this, also unknown back then. 😢

[@debbysuedettloff8171]

I think if this had happened now days than the after affect would be readily explained as PSTD. Back then no one ever thought to give counseling or any type of guidance. He experienced a very traumatic event and was a big part of rescue efforts. This was a very life changing event.

[@rwilson7197]

Thank you for this background info!

[@miriamkirk7293]

Really like this song and I think Robin's voice was extraordinary. Some other lovely songs on the album too......Robin's Reign.

[@debbiet8157]

6:47 Oh dear God how I loved Robin. His voice is so hauntingly beautiful that it brings tears to my eyes. Every word he sang came straight from his heart and soul and I miss him not being here anymore. You are so incredibly missed. 💔 😢

[@bettyartis3648]

In 1967, Robin and his then girlfriend were in the Hither Green train crash where 49 people died. He rescued some himself even though he was still really a kid himself. I think that changed his writing for that period...he was so affected and traumatised by the horror he'd seen that his music became forlorn. A real hero though.

[@beeharbour]

Some of the people he pulled from the wreckage were dead. Others were having limbs amputated right then and there. Anyone would be traumatized but for a sensitive boy--which he still was--it must have been horrific. Molly later said he helped with the rescue and comforted her at the hospital but when his father picked them up he couldn't stop crying in the car. Braver than I could have been.

[@bettyartis3648]

Barry said that when he and his father saw him in hospital he was in shock and murmuring about how much blood there was. Awful for anyone but it would have changed him significantly. Short interview a year or so after with Maureen and him defending his actions as his parents tried to make him a ward of the court or similar. Family has been through a lot!

[@susieq9801]

@@juanita6479 - You might amaze yourself. It's amazing what adrenaline can do. When terrible things happened at work I was trained to act and just did what had to be done and would start shaking later. Sometimes it doesn't hit until days afterward or I would have nightmares. I still remember some things that happened in my job decades ago, both awful and wonderful. Some people quit because they couldn't handle it.

[@susieq9801]

@@bettyartis3648 - Who was Maureen? Did Barry defend Robin?

[@bettyartis3648]

@@juanita6479 Maureen was Robin's girlfriend then 1st wife. Linda is Barry's wife.

[@robertaclark3286]

I love Robin Gibb. My favorite singer. Love this song.

[@SunCityLady]

Robin really lets loose at the end. I love it. So much emotional content. Thank you, Chad.

[@bobbimc13]

Beautiful. I so love Robin and I love your idea of featuring Robin on your channel.

[@kathystammen8774]

First time I heard this I cried. Wow - what a voice. Robin sings from his soul. A lot of songs if you listen to the words are kind of sad, like him saying most of the friends he had were not there when he really needed them to be. I often wonder if some of these sad lyrics are not a reflection of what happened in his real life. What do you think?

[@Scuderia_Fan]

Great song. May I request the song 'When do I' by the Bee Gees? It has Robin on lead. The song is from their 'Trafalgar' album. It's such a nice song. Love it!

[@sandradyer5956]

Such a wonderful soul he was. 💔

[@christinestornable1816]

Just a little addition to my other comment. Robin's cd single Please dropped 3 months after Mo died. There's a live version he did on a German TV show. If you can get by the German host you will see Robin in his grief singing this song that will break your heart. No sweet smile just a placid face of pain but the song is beautiful and his voice is so beautiful.

[@isabellabourchier3498]

The accident was at Hither Green on 5th Nov 1967. I personally think that Robin suffered from PTSD which was unrecognised at the time. He was only 17 so a lot to witness and live with.

[@Zlata1313]

Absolutely agree. He was still a kid when that accident happened. While he and Molly only had a few scrapes, he had to have suffered mentally and emotionally from what he saw. He stayed for 3 hours and helped pull others out including the dead. I can't imagine that horrific scene especially for a teenager. Maurice's twin "Spidey sense " told him something bad had happened and Robin was there.

[@karis_H.2000]

@@Zlata1313 “Maurice's twin 'Spidey sense'”. I love it!😄 But, it's so true. I don't mean to play off the tragic event, I just thought the way you described Mo's sense that Robin was in trouble was so funny as well as accurate.

[@SunCityLady]

Barry in an interview for an A & E documentary says that the accident brought out the pathos in Robin's voice. I agree that what he went through surely brought out PTSD symptoms for Robin. So tragic to happen at his age.

[@isabellabourchier3498]

@@Zlata1313 my mum and dad had a lot of friends on that train. They did all survive thankfully.

[@janicetrimmell6897]

@@Zlata1313 And he was not a big person, he said he was helping pull people out, and not knowing how he had the strength to do it. It had to effect him profoundly.

[@christinestornable1816]

This man could sing the Physician's Desk Reference and make it sound beautiful. Many of his solo stuff also included Mo as back up and technical support arrangements. His voice is without explanation.

[@SunCityLady]

I agree 100 percent

[@zed9042]

Hi I'm liza from the Philippines, I remember when I was in grade 4 I enjoyed listening to th e song "Boys do fall in love", I didn't know that his one of the beegees I'm 10 yrs old back then,now I know that was Robin gibb.1984 song of Robin, it's not a sad song pls.make a reaction for that thank you.

[@saraeastman40]

Great reactions and song choices! Robin’s solo songs from 1970 are on another level. Some are monotonous like this one is a bit but some will become your favorite songs ever

[@beeharbour]

There were a lot of rumors at the time Robin released this album that radio stations were being paid not to play his singles. This was I believe the second single after "Saved by the Bell" which was a considerable hit making it to #2 but there were people, including his own father who did not want Robin to succeed on his own because he was more valuable as a Bee Gee and the Bee Gees were more valuable with him. (Pa Gibb was on record as hoping Robin "fell on his face" and Barry and Maurice continued to crank out the hits and show they didn't need him. It seems a little cold to wish failure on your son if he wasn't even needed in the family business. Different things I've read over the years and some things Barry has said lead me to think Hugh was tougher on Robin than his brothers. It may just be that Robin to a certain degree occupied his own universe and forget to do things like polish his shoes or comb his hair before a performance and Barry got needled to remind him long after they were very big stars.) I recall my older sisters and their friends crying about how unfairly "poor Robin" was being treated so the rumor had some credibility at the time. Not that the belief of these teenage girls made it credible but it was a widely circulated enough rumor that they knew about it.

[@jackielh1]

I have always loved this song, Robin certainly did touch the soul with his voice. ❤ the train accident happened in November 1967, this was his first album from 1970, he continued with his solo career throughout the bee gees years. His brothers actually worked with him on his solo albums, producing and helped in writing many of the songs. Of course this was after they made peace up until Mo's death. After Mo passed away they really drifted apart. Not many of Robin's song were upbeat, he did the love ballads beautifully. "Boys do fall in love" is a upbeat song from secret agent album and shows Robin's range kzbin.info/www/bejne/qaLWfmConatrhNU also "Toys" from the album "Walls have eyes" shows us the solo artist kzbin.info/www/bejne/fGGzp4iEg7l9p80

[@Zlata1313]

Love those, especially Toys ❤

[@jackielh1]

Just wanted to add this the song "I will be there" from the album This is Where I Came In is a beautiful upbeat song about how the brothers felt about each other. Robin on lead Barry on chorus and Mo of course throuout. Enjoy kzbin.info/www/bejne/jJi8p4uCp56krNU

[@gabaker81]

Another great addition to the marathon! He definitely sang from deep in his soul…I’m always excited to see what you are going to react to next!!!

[@lauriebarnes2999]

Chad, just took a break at work and saw you did a reaction to one of Robin's earlier solo endeavors. Again, thank you for including songs from his solo albums for your reactions. This song may be somewhat melancholy but he did many upbeat songs like "Juliet", for example, throughout his solo career. I'd love for you to react to "Boys Do Fall in Love" one day, another great 80's song from "Secret Agent". Great reaction, Chad!

[@mmanilaboy]

ROBIN'S REIGN and SING SLOWLY SISTERS are two of my favorite ROBIN GIBB albums thanks to RHINO RECORDS for remastering them and put them all in one in a BOX SET

[@negf22]

Barry said that after the train crash ( described by folks below) that it really brought out the pathos in Rob’s voice and it had been there ever since.

[@MissMaggie246]

What does “brought out the pathos of Robins voice mean?

[@SunCityLady]

@@MissMaggie246 by definition it is a quality that evokes pity or sadness.

[@mariagoretecardoso5437]

Love you Robin ...

[@janetb3063]

I know Edge of the Universe is in your queue, but def a happier song - opening lyric "just my dog and I at the edge of the universe" - I mean anything about a dog is happy in my world : ) Cheers and thanks for the post.

[@lindagarcia8826]

Such a sad song. I wonder if in this song Robin Is reflecting upon his relationship with his girlfriend and his brothers. Robin's unique vocals does so well in this heartfelt song. Enjoyed your reaction and review. Thanks for featuring this song.

[@susieq9801]

I believe he was already married to Molly when he wrote this.

[@lindagarcia8826]

@@susieq9801 I wasn't sure. Thank you for sharing that with me. The song is sad, but beautiful at the same time. Stay safe and healthy, God bless

[@susieq9801]

@@lindagarcia8826 - Hi - Another comment I made a couple of hours ago brings in the effect the train crash had on him, particularly the line about "Friends I thought I had were never there". There was SO MUCH going through his mind at that time including the split with his brothers. Cheers.

[@lindagarcia8826]

@@susieq9801 Hi Susie, I agree with you. Robin must of been dealing with lots of emotions. Thankfully Robin called Barry to get back together, gosh the music we would have lost if they hadn't gotten back together.

[@susieq9801]

@@lindagarcia8826 - Amen!

[@amymarckel420]

If you want to hear more upbeat music from Robin’s solo catalog I would recommend pretty much any track from the 1984 album Secret Agent. My personal favorites are Boys Do Fall In Love, In Your Diary, Rebecca, King of Fools, and the title track, Secret Agent. The album definitely has a mid-80s sound to it, featuring a lot of keyboards, synthesizers, and layered vocal tracks. I always got the impression listening to it that they were having fun during the recording of this album and I think it really comes through in the music.

[@Zlata1313]

I love the version of Boys Do Fall In Love shot in Venice!

[@susieq9801]

@@Zlata1313 - That was a great version. Loved his look in the 80's.

[@susieq9801]

Amy Marckel - His 80's stuff was very much "pop" and upbeat. He arguably had the best solo career of the three.

[@amymarckel420]

@@susieq9801 Without a doubt. When they played Juliet in Germany during the High Civilization tour everyone in the crowd was singing along. He was absolutely beloved by so many people.

[@susieq9801]

@@amymarckel420 - Love that video! I recommended it to Chad a long time ago, as I'm sure many others did. Did you see his reaction to it? When Barry went to his funeral he said he was astounded by all of the outpouring of love for Robin.

[@Georgia__Girl]

When I get horrible headaches I put this on and it puts me in a peaceful and calm feeling. This song is beautiful ❣️

[@janetmyre3023]

Robin was either really up or down, but always gave his soul to all he sang. A great, very interesting man. He just loved his fans reaction to his songs. Please play The Soldiers. One of his last appearances, but he was so glad to get to do it. They sang, Gotta Get A Message To You, with him.

[@janicetrimmell6897]

Early beautiful song. Not something to listen to if you want an upbeat toe-tapper. Still part of the evolution of Robin and his journey.

[@SunCityLady]

Well said !!!

[@wisconsindoc3869]

Nice sound, almost melancholy. Nice reaction choice on this chilly fall day.

[@marciamaria7796]

Nunca mais teremos uma voz tão maravilhosa, como de Robin Gibb! Amo todos os vídeos de Robin! Amo os Bee Gees!❤❤❤👏👏👏👏🇧🇷

[@ellapere7599]

New song beautiful

[@amigarcia1959]

Thanks chad for a nice reaction. May I request for you to react on Oh Darling by robin?

[@jayjo77144]

Appreciate the video Robin always amazing ❤

[@nickjames3049]

My god, this is lovely Chad! 💙😢

[@geri9261]

Thanks for sharing these treasures my friend ❣️

[@artiegloucester532]

it was in 1967 and when Robin was in the hospital was said massachussets was number one and he was millionaire

[@dianeoliver9041]

It happened in the late Sixties I think, I know it was before 1970 cause it happened while he & Molly were dating. They were on their way back from visiting her parents that weekend. And yes, Maurice made a statement before that the things that Robin saw that day, while helping to recue people from the wreckage changed him. So many dead bodies, people who lost arms & legs & People he tried to reach & couldn’t . After that he had trouble sleeping & he didn’t laugh like he did before. I feel so bad for what he had to see & hear that day when he wasn’t but just a kid himself. Sad that the wreck had to happen at all. 😢💔

[@kathystammen3060]

I added this to my Spotify 💕❤️💕

[@jackielh1]

Just wanted to add this the song "I will be there" from the album This is Where I Came In is a beautiful upbeat song about how the brothers felt about each other. Robin on lead, Barry on chorus and Mo of course throuout. Enjoy (not on final album cut) kzbin.info/www/bejne/jJi8p4uCp56krNU

[@brucechambers5881]

November 1967 was the train accident.

[@francisxray9900]

Golden voice, he had! Just like his brothers, which are also first class singers. No one above or beyond the other. I own every kind of gibb-bros.-music, so I'm a die hard fan, just collecting all material. Not only official LP's, CD's, DVD's or Blue Rays and Bootlegs. By myself, I often sing the songs 'One Million Years', because it's not easy to sing and 'August October' because of it's lovely waltz-rythm, together with my friends so we're a hobby-musician-trio, far away from pro, but not bad! So let's get serious. The whole album is musically (not his vocals!) poor, just like putting demos together. And I not only mean the instrumentation. The whole production lacks. And the songwriting isn't Robin at his best. Where are maj 7's, key-changes or bridges from verse to chorus? Hard to find! Much more I like his best one, 'How Old Are You' and 'Magnet' or '50 St. Catherines Drive'. Always the strangest thing to me was, what the hell he wanted to say with the title, 'Robin's Reign'? Think his youth those days and wrong influances outside the bros.Gibb-family, which also made him leaving the band, are the cause. He really must have thought, I'm the next Supa Dupa Star, not in need of my brothers at all. But he changed his mind, beeing grown up more and made a phonecall. That's greatness, Bee Gees were reunited.

[@SunCityLady]

Love August October!!!

[@Zeathree]

Robin's cover of Out of Time is upbeat! Try this link kzbin.info/www/bejne/ooq2ZoujeNl-btU or this one kzbin.info/www/bejne/rXTHoJWuoq9paas although its a little tough to see through the giant watermark on the screen.

[@susieq9801]

Love it. Really different for him, especially to cover the Stones.

[@HeatherMyfanwyTylerGreey]

The crash was in 1967 ; he married in 1968 but his wife refused to come to America with him when he worked unlike his brothers' wives; so it must have been a strain. He became a Daddy about the same time as Barry but his baby was in England...it must have had some effect on the band split.

[@dubivxler]

robin gibb toys

[@Zlata1313]

Yes!

[@anneangels52]

Heartbreaking! I am convinced this when Molly left Robin and took his beloved children away from him, it took him 6 years too get Spencer and Melissa back in his life...So sad! Spencer is a beautiful musician,sings like an angel like his dad ❤️ You should give Spencer a listen Chad ❤️

[@dubivxler]

👏👏🤜

[@amigarcia1959]

It's so sad a song, who did robin dedicate this song to?

[@JulianGlass]

Robin’s voice is sensational on this album but the there are some very weak backing arrangements and poor production, no doubt a product of the circumstances of its creation. Vic Lewis was a very middle of the road band leader and not at all suited to the pop world: his arrangements and the mixing of them is schmalz and Muzak. Best to listen to these tracks as vocals only

[@giovannib.9260]

Robin gibb. " Trash"

[@Zlata1313]

Yes! Sesame Street Fever was fabulous. I actually have the album lol

[@susieq9801]

I assume you mean the song, not Robin was "Trash". 😕

[@Zlata1313]

@@susieq9801 lol. I remember the MMM interview and when asked about how great that album was, Rob pulled out a trademark phrase of his and called it a "triumph deluxe "😄

[@susieq9801]

@@juanita6479 - Lovely photos of him with Molly, Spencer and Melissa meeting the Sesame Street crew.

[@lauriebarnes2999]

Me, too, ladies. I love "Trash" as well and simply adore those pictures of Robin, Molly and the kids! I own a few press photos from this show, including the one with Big Bird. Every time I look at this photo I can't help but look at sweet Robin's face and I truly feel he was having an even better time then the kids! And, yes, Janet, I also own the album. Found a brand new copy a few years ago.