GEEZ!!.. Linda Ronstadt - Blue Bayou | FIRST TIME HEARING REACTION

GEEZ!!.. Linda Ronstadt - Blue Bayou | FIRST TIME HEARING REACTION
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[@aurorastudios187]

🤣 Grew up with this treasure. How many artists can do this? Grammys & nominations By all means, not all of them, there are many more but just enough to show how many different styles she could dominate. 1976 Best Female vocal - Contemporary 1976 Best Female vocal - Country 1981 Best Female Vocal - Rock 1983 Best Female Vocal - Pop 1984 Best Female Vocal - Big Band (Lush Life) 1988 Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group (Trio) 1989 Best Female Vocal - Mexican 1990 Best Female Vocal - R & B (Don't know much) 1993 Best Female Vocal - Latin 1997 Best Album for Children & Let us not for forget 2007's Best Traditional Folk Album - Adieu False Heart & It's all done In ... French 😱 That's the 3rd language her music has been nominated for a Grammy in - In the USA. & Trust me when I say she can do jazz too. Yes, she could do whatever she wanted & often did, which kept her from rising to super stardom. She deserved it.

[@thomastimlin1724]

She set the bar way above the phony super stardom crap. She is a superstar on her OWN terms. She was a true musician and artist instead. A trailblazer. She called the shots from day one. she was a folk singer first, added country sounding stuff, then eventually proved to be above categorization...she kept redefining herself.

[@OctavioXtravaganza70]

watch her documentary, ITS AMAZING !! she was the Madonna Beyonce etc of her time and she kept it all private till now. her story is freaking amazing.

[@BarbButler]

@@OctavioXtravaganza70 Yes!!!!!!!!!!

[@kcarr9589]

Did you mean to say kept her FROM super stardom after posting that list?

[@rondagrizzle2161]

Don't forget opera! Her turn as Mabel in The Pirates of Penzance was amazing! There's a youtube video of her singing Poor Wandering One that still just leaves me gaping at how beautiful and clear her voice is and at how much control and precision she has.

[@edmunddantes6971]

Linda’s backing band became the Eagles, that’s how great she is.

[@demonhoopa]

Lmao. Right?

[@ewetoobblowzdogg8410]

What says alot about her is that she totally promoted them when they went out on their own. Totally had her blessings.

[@kennethohnemus3192]

I was gonna say that LOL ✌❤😎

[@sassytbc7923]

Oh wow. Didn’t know that.

[@Rowgue51]

They weren't really her backing band. They weren't actually a band at all at that point. They were just random session musicians that had never met before that she hired for a week long gig she was doing for Disney. But they loved playing together so much for that week that they decided they would have a go at actually starting a band together.

[@matdrat]

People forget how huge she was. She was one of the few acts that filled stadiums. "There are two kinds of men in this world. Those with a crush on Linda Ronstadt and those who never heard of. her." - Willie Nelson.

[@mikemarquez8972]

Seen her twice Mountain Aire and day on the green did not disappoint

[@missmurrydesign7115]

Linda Ronstadt is what you get when the universe is showing off...

[@deniseg812]

Love that statement.

[@davidscott129]

Linda Ronstadt is the greatest female vocalist America has ever produced. She can (and does) sing everything, and nails it.

[@mikeharris3733]

When she sings this song, it makes me homesick for a place I've never been.

[@normadesmond6017]

yes. that's the right way describing this song.

[@mardyroux8136]

Oh my goodness! You captured this song in a thought! Well done!

[@debbiechang5781]

She is absolutely amazing and there isn’t anything she cannot sing. She has a forty year catalogue spanning multiple genres from country to rock to American standards to Mariachi. That’s a pedal steel guitar and it has a beautiful sound. There is a deep rabbit hole to explore. 🌺✌️ I’m rewatching this a year later, so probably nobody will ever see this comment😂😂. I just wanted to say I love the expression on Amber’s face every time she hears that pedal steel guitar. 🌸

[@davidmolina3520]

Amen 🙏🎶

[@roncypert8255]

I saw her in 1971 while attending New Mexico State University. I promise you that every young man in that audience was IN LOVE! Her voice was so powerful that during one song, when her mic went dead she stepped to the front of the stage and continued singing until she was handed a live mic AND you could still hear every note she sang!

[@anselmgolden8286]

Thanks, Debbie. Can't wait to explore! Did she sing a cover of Heart Like a Wheel, by Kate and Anna McGarrigle?

[@anselmgolden8286]

@@roncypert8255 Wow!

[@debbiechang5781]

She definitely did do a beautiful cover of the McGarrigle sisters’ amazing song. In fact, it was the title track of her breakthrough album, “Heart Like a Wheel”, which exploded her career! She skyrocketed after the release of that album in 1974.

[@imacmanx8562]

One of THE great female vocalists of all time. I am so fortunate to have grown up listening to her.

[@user-ip5dm6jf8k]

I always had a crush on her!

[@Ddinformed]

All men had a crush on her.

[@romin5035]

I love this so much because it highlights what great concerts used to be like. Here's a talented young singer, wearing jeans and a tank top, not some ridiculous, glitzy bodysuit costume. There are no dancers, lasers, autotune, no gimmicks--just a great voice and a great band.

[@immortaltyger1569]

You nailed it.

[@stevenpardon5363]

Roy Orbison wrote “Blue Bayou”, along with Joe Melson, in 1961. It was released in 1963 and was a huge hit for Orbison. It became Linda Ronstadt’s signature song.

[@Wordsmyth8]

Really?

[@stevegirardmedia2255]

Love Roy’s version!

[@breebree9319]

This just made me think of Roy Orbison and now I know why 🙂

[@franklopez2803]

Thanks for mentioning Roy Orbison, Rock and Roll Hall of Famer………….Linda just seems to make any song she sings her own.

[@solitarybee3714]

@@Wordsmyth8 Yes, really. Roy Orbison & Joe Melson were both attending Odessa College in Odessa, TX when they collaborated on this song. Roy was also working at RefChem in Odessa at the time. It's been said that's where he got the idea for his later composition "Workin' for the Man".

[@velmamendoza1120]

I'm 71 years old and I have three of her LP's that wherever I moved my LP's came with me. So glad that your generation have discovered her amazing voice.

[@conniep8616]

What always stikes me is how relaxed she is. No strain, no clenching the mic. Her hand is so loose and lanquid

[@valley5617]

And she just sings - no theatrics!

[@PickleBoot_Arts]

"Blue Bayou" is a Roy Orbison classic, but I think Ronstadt's version is the best.

[@elmoomle4565]

Tough call for me...they're both great, but uniquely different.

[@jxchamb]

Her version is beautiful but Roy's voice always brings me to the verge of tears.

[@michaellockhart554]

The Black and White Night version of Blue Bayou by Roy and the gang is an absolute treasure, hard to choose between it and Linda's version

[@nancytimmins2436]

Sorry as much as I love Linda's voice, Roy's voice is effortless and haunting. Roy's version for me.

[@adg1968]

Linda was a fabulous singer. Her ability to sustain was phenomenal

[@roserollins9800]

And her beauty surpasses all

[@Opalbird1]

She has perfect pitch. She also does Mexican folk songs and as a trio with Emmylou Harris and Dolly Parton.

[@jenniferleemcdonough402]

YES!!

[@gerardhodkinson2334]

And English Operetta!

[@madliberal7710]

Not only technically a proficient singer but one of America's greatest voices who sang with true feeling.

[@immortaltyger1569]

You're right, you can't sound like that faking it.

[@Shrykespeare]

"Different Drum" by Linda & The Stone Poneys is a classic. You'd love it.

[@crowredeye8066]

Linda is a goddess, truly. She'd perform concerts barefoot, in cutoff denim shorts. She didn'thave to dress to impress, her voice did it all. In my younger days I sang this song many nights in the bars with a quality band of musicians. This song is INCREDIBLY difficult to sing!! I cannot stress this enough. She did such an amazing rendition of this beautiful song written by Roy Orbison. His version is equally wonderful. Please go down the rabbit hole with Linda. You might need snacks because you're going to want to stay a while.

[@debbiechang5781]

That’s so funny that you remembered that she would show up barefoot even on national TV, even on the Glen Campbell Show😂😂 In her book she tells a story about her childhood that explains why she had an aversion to shoes. I absolutely love everything about her. 🌺✌️

[@crowredeye8066]

@@debbiechang5781 I saw her in concert in the 70s so many times and she was barefoot 100% of those times. The first time I saw her in the video with Aaron Neville, dressed up, hair done, makeup, etc my eyes flew open and I nearly cried 😆. In my youthful mind they had fancied her up and I was not happy at all. Lol

[@debbiechang5781]

I had the great fortune to see her live twice during the 70’s. I honestly couldn’t say what she was wearing because it was 100% about that beautiful voice! What a gift to the world. 🌺✌️

[@crowredeye8066]

@@debbiechang5781 I only saw her 3 times. The first time she was at a free concert at my college in what was called "the cow barn" which in fact WAS a huge cow barn (Mississippi State University). 😳 Sawdust on the audience floor and everything. She strolled out in those little short shorts and a tank top and, of course, barefoot. She knocked us all backwards and we were grateful! ❤ 💙 💜

[@debbiechang5781]

I would have loved to see her in a smaller venue like that. I saw her both times at the Boston Garden, which was basically a basketball/hockey arena. But, in spite of the giant space and terrible acoustics, her voice filled the place and sounded amazing, angelic, edgy and endlessly melodic. The sound that came from that petite woman was mesmerizing. 🌺✌️

[@sherlockholmes8528]

She is singing LIVE and sounds even better than the recorded version!!! That is how good she is

[@jimcross7686]

I saw her do this song live. What a great performance.

[@rogermcginnis2765]

Could you imagine her being the First Lady? Not meant as a slight in any way, she is beautiful, smart, sensitive to the world, talented... in the 70's her boyfriend at the time was running for President.

[@corvus1374]

One of the greatest voices ever. It's a tragedy that she can't sing any more.

[@vincentjoyce5100]

Hurts my heart everyday.

[@loveblue2]

So true. But, makes me thankful to have had the honor to hear that amazing voice as she released her songs.

[@jhonyermo]

Please LINDA RONSTADT's first Hit. DIFFERENT DRUM, with the The Stone Poneys. If you like Linda, You will love this from 66-67 era

[@scottchapin2323]

written by Mike Nesmeth of the Monkee's

[@cintfromtexas8196]

Different drum is an absolute must. Great song, my 17 year old loves it and the version sang by Susanna Hoffs.

[@jasonstorey2457]

Mike Nesmiths best song

[@oldschoolfink3212]

Linda is perhaps the greatest voice we've ever heard. She's on a shelf with Karen Carpenter, Pat Benetar and maybe Dolly Parton. But because of her range from country to rock to pop to even classical Mexican music is off the charts, she's kind of on a shelf of her own. I went to the same High School here in Tucson that Linda went to, altho 20 years later. She was still all they talked about. I think you can see why. She is an amazingly beautiful woman in every respect. Inside and out. There will never be another like her.

[@atlantistdc1976]

I love that you put Karen Carpenter in the same league with her. Not many people make that comparison - but I think they're the two best female voices I've even heard...

[@triciaslone5767]

and Olivia Newton John

[@theodoreritola7641]

Heres proof 70s Country music was NOT TO SHABBY LOL,, RELESED IN 1977

[@win10again1]

The “cry” in her voice I think is what you’re looking for. She was soooooo good. Saw her in concert and she was absolutely perfect.

[@marcieharreld286]

Linda Ronstadt killed this.....she's amazing!!!!🎶🎼🎵💜🥁🎸🎹🎧🎤🎙

[@davewildermuth7519]

You absolutely must hear Linda Ronstadt sing with Dolly Parton and Emmylou Harris; they did a whole album together. I recommend "Farther Along."

[@jameshelm2847]

I was just about to bring this up. They have listened to each of them solo and now time to listen to them together.

[@rachelsides2489]

I agree, but I would suggest there first performance together on Dolly's show from 1976 77 when they sang The Sweetest Gift.

[@demonhoopa]

Or her stuff with the Nelson Riddle Orchestra. There was nothing she couldn’t do

[@timotc50]

My favorite from. ",Trio," would have to be "After The Goldrush". Do yourselves a favor & react to that.😉👍

[@mickeymayfield4192]

i agree trio the linda dolly emmylou supergroup was awesome everything they did was great

[@johnalferio3146]

When she gets to the chorus I get goosebumps. Such a wonderful talent. So sad the state she’s in today with progressive supranuclear palsy

[@karenbork706]

Yep goosebumps

[@kellytrimble7019]

Linda is amazing! She was SO BIG in the 70’s and what a powerful, beautiful voice! She can sing anything!

[@kiwihib]

The Stone Ponies, Different Drum.

[@ronfoskey2417]

Absolutely love her duet with Aaron Neville "Don't Know Much (But I Know I Love You)".

[@elizabethfranco1284]

I love The Neville Brothers

[@SusanJohnston]

Yes!

[@nancy9891]

There’s a documentary called, “The Sound of My Voice” shows her life as a child, through her years of entertainment until she is diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease and the loss of her voice. We love Linda and enjoy every time you react to her.

[@divaofscience]

This documentary is well worth your time to watch. It’s so good.

[@grumpyrhonda6709]

I love it when you do a song from a concert. No auto tuning there! Linda has a brilliant voice.

[@combabus]

Her performance in the "Pirates of Penzance" musical film is priceless.

[@user-uk7gx6ft2g]

I saw her in that show on Broadway...she was amazing :))

[@davemacmurchie6982]

Yes, the last thing I expected and wonderful!

[@ciri1993]

Linda Singing “Long Long Time” from her early years is amazing.

[@corinnepmorrison1854]

That song makes my heart break every time I hear it... I can feel it throughout my entire body and soul...

[@ncthom88]

This one's FANTASTIC.

[@evalehde3869]

And, I Never Will Marry

[@liviakelly5691]

Her cover of "Desperado" is amazing 🥰

[@djdelugach2402]

If you search the dictionary for the word awesome, you'll see Linda Ronstadt's beautiful, smiling face. I have followed her since the 70's and one thing is crystal clear; she nails every single genre she attempts. She has given the world her heart and soul, and will continue to be listened to by future generations...You can bank that!

[@ireneparrish3070]

Look at her. Jeans and a cute little top, with a heavenly voice. Unlike some of the flashy female vocalists these days, all she needed was a great voice.

[@michaeldavis5610]

She was with the Stone Pony's early in her career,and did a song called" Dance to the beat of a different drum"(written by Mike Nesmith of the Monkees). Definitely worth a reaction.

[@suzanneprock7286]

I like that one also!

[@stevegirardmedia2255]

Actual title was “Different Drum” for easier searching.

[@tedyellacatbabb5718]

The song that first put Linda on the charts was “Beat of a Different Drum” when she was with The Stone Ponies” band. Written by Mike Nesmith who ended up one of the Monkees. Check it out. BTW, those of us that remember know that Linda Ronstadt taught Daisy Duke everything she knows about cut-off blue Jean shorts!

[@jvandervest2578]

I love that song!

[@akashicvizion]

Yes! The Stone Ponies! Requiescat in pace to Mike Nesmith (12-30-1942 : 12-10-2021)-- Like VH said on "Diver Down" -- "Where Have All The Good Times Gone"?!?

[@magnificentfailure2390]

Just "Different Drum".

[@yvettevargas4192]

One of my favorites

[@davidfein3123]

Have you heard 1950's style Linda or Opera Linda yet? She is awesome. A true voice, no autotune no studio mix. Sorry, but truly better than most top rated voices today.

[@briangreenwood7233]

And she sang this LIVE!!!! TRUE TALENT!

[@SG-js2qn]

This is a fine song by Linda, and she can really belt it out. "Long, Long Time" is the first song I remember hearing from her, and it is SO well sung.

[@octoberguy]

Yes... Long, Long Time is such a wonderful song!

[@guillermoguerrero1951]

Please react to Linda Ronstadt and Aaron Neville's duet "Don't know much". There is nothing like the sound of a steel guitar

[@brianmcmaster5112]

When Will I Be Loved??

[@citizenghosttown]

love the reaction -- the dreamy look on their faces shows they are really feeling it. This song was written and originally recorded by Roy Orbison, but Linda Ronstadt definitely made it her own. I love the description of her as a "Swiss Army Knife" -- she really was that versatile. She could sing in nearly every musical style and still delivered exactly what the songs required. Simply amazing. And it's so sad that her health issues have taken away her voice. But these recordings are forever.

[@nicmevan9966]

They really are adorable. I love em, can't stop watching them, and their enthusiasm is wonderful in this day n age.

[@florencehallahan56]

Beautiful

[@MoMoMyPup10]

Her early ballads like "Long Long Time" and "Love Has No Pride" is pure Linda vocals. My favorite of hers!

[@weswohlgemuth2956]

Linda is great in whatever she does. Right up there with Roy Orbison who wrote and cut the original

[@whidbeyhiker4364]

And she can almost sing it as high as Roy, and that's no knock on Linda.

[@theloneranger8725]

Keep in mind that this was a live performance with no auto-tune or post production, and she still sounds fantastic. Now that is true talent. There is a video that I think you can find on KZbin where she sang this song with the muppet musicians on Sesame Street. Not only was the song beautiful, but there were muppet frogs croaking in time with the tune that also made it hilarious. Go find it if you can.

[@bandits1]

I believe she was on The Muppet Show not Sesame Street.

[@janicepopham2352]

Here it is -- kzbin.info/www/bejne/jnPQen6copqcsJY

[@debbiechang5781]

I absolutely loved her performances with the muppets. She was a favorite on those shows. The one with the frogs is hilarious 🌺✌️

[@penelopehornswaggle102]

She can't sing anymore.

[@theloneranger8725]

@@penelopehornswaggle102 Unfortunately, how true. She retired in 2011 with a condition known as progressive supranuclear palsy, which keeps her from singing. However, she has a list of awards that would take me five minutes to list, including 11 Grammy awards, 3 American Music Awards, 2 Academy of Country Music awards, an Emmy award, and an ALMA award. She has sold over 100 million records, making her one of the highest selling recording artists in the world.

[@SheckyBeagleman]

Linda Ronstadt has a powerful voice, filled with emotion. She can do it all. She takes you on an emotional journey everytime.

[@donnasearch1]

And that was live, people. her voice is honey and bourbon.

[@allendesalme197]

Yeah - Linda has done folk, rock, American Classics with a big band, country, pop, mariachi, and even light opera on Broadway ("Pirates of Penzance").

[@twentyfiveyears5010]

...and don't forget New Wave! "How Do I Make You" written by Billy Steinberg, who also wrote "Eternal Flame" (Bangles), "Like a Virgin" (Madonna), "I'll Stand By You"(Pretenders), and "True Colors" (Cyndi Lauper). kzbin.info/www/bejne/r560mWpsaK6WpaM

[@davidkwok9190]

Her last album, ADIEU FALSE HEART, a dip into cajun style, with the help of Ann Savoy. A couple of songs are sung in French.

[@deborahcornell171]

"Desperado"..."Long Long Time"..."Somewhere Out There".. all 3 are unbelievably gorgeous. Hope you add them to your list. 💙☮💙

[@mikedineen7857]

Don’t forget down so low.

[@rogerknox9147]

Linda Ronstadt is a vocal artist without peer in her generation. It's her voice that attracts me, but her artistry touches me even more. Thanks so much Jay and Amber, you're the best!

[@orleanssister3667]

Ain't nothing else like Linda Ronstadt. That voice, that vibe - "celestial and earthy all at once". In concert just awe inspiring. Thank you both - you certainly get it.

[@alanconrad8490]

"Celestial and Earthy all at once"......perfect description :)

[@orlandorojas439]

I Love it!!!

[@andyanderson3628]

She has done so many genres. Rock, Country, Folk, Latin, big band, standards, and even music theatre.

[@dagmar.6954]

Linda Ronstadt is one of the best female singers & can sing any genre from ballads to country to rock. She has had so many hits such as "Blue Bayou", "You're No Good", "Long Long Time", "Poor Poor Pitiful Me", "Desperado" etc. Ronstadt also did two great duets, "Somewhere Out There" (with James Ingram) & "Don't Know Much" (with Aaron Neville). The Eagles were her backing band till they went out on their own & she has covered a lot of their songs.

[@sheilameyers152]

She can sing very soulful too!

[@alexanderj.mendez3815]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/fKS9eYWhi5KFabM Check this one out!!

[@laurellane1721]

Don't forget her 3 albums with Nelson Riddle, singing songs from the 40's - they are fantastic!

[@stevenmccart5455]

A voice that can bring tears to my eyes.

[@marcianisenbaum7590]

She is a really petite (like 5’2) lady with such a powerful voice 🥰 Her Latino roots is from her paternal grandmother, who was Mexican. And from living in Tucson

[@matthooks5840]

You could do an entire female Friday of just Linda. From her cover of Poor Poor Pitiful Me, to The Dark End of the Street, to Silver Threads and Golden Needles.

[@danalyntuthill1538]

Yes, Linda can do just about anything. She famously did several albums of standards (famous songs from the '40s and '50s) Try "What's New." Also she does a beautiful duet with Aaron Neville called "Don't Know Much.". There are a lot of beautiful duets that you should react to.

[@kathyastrom1315]

I love her duet with Bette Midler on the old Rosemary Clooney song “Sisters”! So much fun. Also, her duet with Paul Simon “Under African Skies” from the Graceland album.

[@rcinsley]

Linda and Aaron were magic together!

[@lynettewithers728]

@@rcinsley Love them both

[@rcinsley]

@@lynettewithers728 "Don't Know Much" is beautiful, but "Please Remember Me" ( kzbin.info/www/bejne/anmQqI2Hq5Kki9E ) is in my top 5 most beautiful performances of all time.

[@jkbowers56]

Linda could sing random encyclopedia entries or phonebook listings and I'd listen... She's nothing less than phenomenal.... so amazing that we probably need to invent new adjectives so any description of her voice does her justice...

[@jamiedianne6778]

Linda Ronstandt is one of my untouchable artists…her voice just can’t be outdone. LOVE ❤️

[@thomastimlin1724]

The gift and skill of a real singer is not technique alone at a loud volume to show off, but to intelligently interpret the song in congruence with the meaning of the lyrics and the mood, with superb musical phrasing, breath support, and interpretation. Instead of turning the song into another operatic sh*t show for showing off vocal skills. Here, Ronstadt holds back [as did Roy Orbison originally] for dramatic effect on the verses, and on the Chorus, expressing and bursting out emotional joy at "returning someday to her home at Blue Bayou." this provides perfect contrast and variety in the song, instead screaming all the way through it. Aside from her powerful talented vocal skills, Linda Ronstadt was an intelligent master at this as evidenced in her later work in big band, mariachi and light opera, as well as ballads. if you are a power singer, use your skills wisely about the song first and the singer second. Check out her documentary The Sound of My Voice, available on youtube, and get the full story.

[@oceans80]

Linda always always put the music ahead of showing off her voice.

[@merittrayner5312]

LOL, operatic sh*t show - oh how I tire of them

[@PickleBoot_Arts]

She also sings operetta, where she further developed her head tone. She gained some fame doing "Pirates of Penzance" on stage.

[@chrisd7047]

With Kevin Kline, who won a Tony for his role.

[@JimFranzRT]

I was fortunate enough to see Linda Ronstadt on this tour. She was absolutely incredible. One of the greatest in my opinion. That instrument you liked so well is a steel guitar.

[@rasplane]

The guitar on his lap is called a steel guitar and the sound is amazing. This is a great live version, but the studio recording is so much more pure and refined. You owe it to yourselves to hear the studio version too. Love you two! thanks for being so fun.

[@JohnJones-rd2wj]

Unlike today, she didn't need autotune. What a great voice for real. You mentioned you liked the Steel Guitar sound, that brought you back to country music. If you would like to hear a steel guitar in a more rock genre try The Pretenders ...back on the chain gang, middle of the road etc....even good for female friday with Chrissy Hynde (apologies if I didn't spell that right)

[@chadsmith3363]

For some modern country with a throwback sound, check out Junior Brown. He built what he calls the 'guit-steel' which is a double necked electric guitar and steel guitar in the same body. He plays both masterfully and has a unique voice as well. I suggest "Broke Down South of Dallas" - live at Austin City Limits.

[@joemc1960]

Hit up Linda’s version of “Hurt So Bad”. She was the voice of the ‘70s.

[@jvandervest2578]

Best cover ever!

[@Mwoods2272]

They did that video already.

[@joemc1960]

@@Mwoods2272 Are thinking of “You’re No Good” because “Hurt So Bad” doesn’t come up in search results.

[@Mwoods2272]

@@joemc1960 My apologies, you are right, it was You’re No Good.

[@gironez]

Rock Linda witH HEAT WAVE....... is AMAZING !!!!!

[@maryguerra9933]

"Different Drum" was her first song I ever heard. I remember exactly where I was when I first heard it. I was 10 years old and thought her voice was just amazing.

[@urbangrouse]

That was when she was still with The Stone Poneys. Great stuff!

[@DanielSanchez-og4ox]

Written by the late great Michael Nesmith.

[@allenstark3586]

Linda Rodstadt is one of the few singers whose talent is in Donna Summer's league.Both her and Donna were singers who could sing any style of music. Rock.Dance Country, Gospel, jazz. reggae,soul show tunes. It don't matter. They saw all music as wonderful and a tool to get feelings expressed. They don't make em like those two anymore!

[@DianaJG8]

Loved Linda's voice! My favorite song of her's has always been "DESPERADO"! I hate that she's not able to sing anymore! 😪 Parkinson's Disease SUCKS!

[@wnsafford1854]

In 2019, they determined Linda actually has Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP), which is worse than Parkinson’s. PSP is a lesser known neurodegenerative brain disease, for which there is no cure & no effective treatment or management. Early symptoms are so similar, it’s often misdiagnosed as Parkinson’s & in early stages, it even falls into a group of diseases referred to as “Atypical Parkinsonism”, but it’s a distinctly different disease which progresses faster, causes more severe & differing symptoms, responds poorly to medication & has a significantly reduced life expectancy. So very, very sad.

[@dogsense3773]

I'm 66, I Walk a few times a week for an hour, and sometimes I walk by her house, but I've never seen her outside. Thanks!

[@glennburch1081]

This was written by Roy Orbison and was an international hit in 1963. It beacame Linda Ronstadts signature song when she covered it in 1977 as a top 5 hit. The lyrics are as though they were written for her voice.... very powerful.

[@tonyarogers6997]

Linda ronstadt did Pirates of Penzance, playing Mabel. Her voice is perfect,but hearing her throw down opera, its magic.

[@PJ808H]

One of the best ever female vocalists.... simple as that. Glad to have grown up in the same era as when she was making her mark in music.

[@26shedan]

please watch "Linda Rondstadt, the sound of my voice" I think it is on Netflix. It is incredible. She could sing anything and it shows the influences and history. It is so good!

[@Kenwellz1]

It’s free on KZbin. Yes, please watch it. You’ll be glad you did!

[@carolyng5044]

She made it sound SO easy...her singing style. The emotion she puts into all her music takes you along with her on her musical journey. She was and still is an outstanding voice. Beautiful lady, beautiful voice. So many wonderful songs, so many memories from back in the day.

[@loveofiber7564]

One day it would be wonderful to present a tribute to her for her lifetime music contribution. She is currently entering the final stages of Parkinson's disease. She has led a good life and left a real legacy for us all to enjoy.

[@miltonslocum8957]

Linda Ronstadt's voice is just so amazing and beautiful! You should react to her and Aaron Neville singing I Don't No Much. Their voices blend together beautifully.🎶🎶 You'll absolutely love it!!❤

[@yoclark2723]

Yes!

[@davechaney1452]

Don't Know Much is definitely worth a listen!

[@rray848]

Great choice... my favorite song by her... my second favorite would be the duet between her and James Ingram "Somewhere Out There".

[@becuzitsthere4484]

"WHAT'S NEW?" It is the title cut from the album of American standards that Linda Ronstadt released with the Nelson Riddle Orchestra. Jay, here is that orchestra you've been wanting, and the horns will amaze even Amber. And then there is the VOICE!

[@janepiper-lunt7655]

I have a friend who grew up in Laurel Canyon. Linda was always at his house and as a kid he totally fell in love with her. He has some very sweet stories about her. She is an amazing singer who never thought she had a good voice. My dad loved this song, got the album and asked if i’d heard of her, lol yeah Dad, about 12 yrs ago. She was one of the best.

[@JustMe-vk4fn]

There is no one else, to me, who could ever sing this song so beautifully. Thanks to whoever requested it.

[@walterrutherford8321]

And I would’ve agreed with you until I heard Alisan Porter sing it for her audition on The Voice and got a 4-chair turn.

[@chuckmurray1825]

You should hear her rendition of "Hurts So Bad" because it's amazing.

[@Reyne-fb7mj]

I've been a fan of Linda's ever since I heard "Long Long Time" on the radio. There is nothing she cannot sing. Not only did she sing pop and rock, she sang country, opera, operetta, ranchera, and ballads and she sang them all fabulously. I recommend reading her autobiography. This woman was born to sing and what a gift she had. That instrument you love that has that country sound is the slide guitar.

[@norobbery]

"Oh, there it is!" ; took the words right out of my mouth. Thank you!

[@JerisEve]

For more variety, listen to her duet with James Ingram Somewhere Out There. Gorgeous. I've Got a Crush on You from the big band era is great. She also sang the part of Mabel in the light opera Pirates of Penzance. In other words, NO, there is no genre she can't sing.

[@nancynocella5941]

She has such a beautiful tone to her voice. There was nothing she couldn’t sing. Such a talent.

[@ramblerdave1339]

She was gorgeous too, I framed a picture of her, that was like a centerfold, from a Rolling Stone article, and had it on my living room wall for ten years! She had such a sweet countenance. What an awesome woman, and songstress. ❤😪

[@dragonflySummer09]

That pedal steel sound IS the defining sound of traditional country music… my Dad played one, and our family loves it! It’s been used in rock and jazz music because it brings a very unique that can’t be gotten any other way 🎶

[@karenjordan9607]

Is that what is also called a steel guitar 🎸? I've listened and watched other rock ( country rock) videos and I like it as well.

[@carolynfernandez9315]

She also has a beautiful duet with James Ingram "Somewhere Out There" from movie, American Tail. This one and the duet with Aaron Neville, "Don't Know Much" are samples of her adult contemporary love ballads.

[@murrayleewilson0755]

She had the greatest back up band ever...literally. How many artists could say that there back up band was one of the quality of The Eagles in their early days before their own super stardom? None.

[@kennethbell-hn9zv]

Linda Ronstadt was the person that brought The Eagles to the public eye taking them on tour with her.

[@NeptuneLady1957]

Beautiful, no matter what she sang. I watched a show about her life and was saddened to learn she is no longer able to sing. These recordings are precious.

[@jsjazz12]

Her duet with Aaron Neville. "Don't Know Much" is amazing. Aaron is an amazing singer. Love Linda's song. Can't help but feel sad she can no longer sing due to Parkinson's Disease.

[@ChanelStuff]

I love that song! Brings back some great memories for me❤

[@ronfoskey2417]

Linda is one of the greatest. You're gonna love Blue Bayou.

[@enyazogd5325]

But... that song is what this video is about? 🤨🤨

[@paulpupo8799]

This song is my number one favourite I’m sixty eight and I’ve listened to thousands of songs and this beautiful vocal performance has stood the test of time

[@kurttuchscherer7706]

" Most singers sing what they can. Linda sings what she wants".- Dolly Parton

[@pattyestrada6]

Please react to The Stone Poneys 1967 hit “Different Drum” they were a band fronted by Linda before her solo career.

[@dianefurlong2911]

I agree

[@user-nu3cv8xw5q]

Love love love her. Such a great voice. We all wanted to be Linda Ronstadt in the 70s.

[@harlanchess8056]

Still crushing on Linda. Rockin' or crooning she was/ is divine.

[@sloebone7399]

This is another one, like “Funk #49” yesterday where I see the song and think....FINALLY! It’s impossible to not like Linda Ronstadt singing this song. Might try watching her sing “Silver Threads and Golden Needles” with the Eagles next.