Rick Nelson Garden Party 1985

[@rolo1955]

Rick had it all, the looks the voice and the fame, it never went to his head. I saw him in person a few month before his death and he treated people with the ultimate respect. Rick you were a class act!

[@cynthiaennis3107]

All those who worked with him & fans all said he was the kindest & most generous guy! Great with which to work! Respectful & thoughtful! Truly...a class act all the way! ♥️🌹🌿

[@larryhackleman2093]

@@cynthiaennis3107I heard the same. ❤️

[@jasonirelan-ig5fl]

​@@larryhackleman2093What's the name of that one where he sings Give back what you're getting Love is what you get? He did that one when he was in the Hardy Boys episode The Flickering Torch after he sang The Garden Party.

[@roberttusken1791]

We miss you, Ricky... and we love your wonderful songs.

[@1redsongbird]

They say the good die young. Elvis, Ricky, Buddy Holly, Patsy Cline, just to name a few. Loved Ricky and his music. That voice, those eyes, that hair, and I agree with @ranchhand333 Thanks for risking your life for all of us. Gone but not forgotten!!

[@marijooneill8015]

One of my favorites, Rick says it all. Underrated for his talent, voice and humility. That fabulous face.

[@rhiannonrede]

Amen. Right in every point.

[@martyprice8288]

You are so right but yet Elvis stays on the charts Ricky was a great musician a great voice great personality but yet we live in a country that idolizes a pedophile with a tremendous temper and a womanizer go figure I don’t understand how Elvis made it this far. And so idolized.🥲

[@giannaromano582]

At 70 I’m still watching the Adventures of Ozzie a n Harriet Nelson. Just because Ricky is so cute and such a charming personality. I cried the night he died and it still breaks my heart. 💔💔

[@watchman1178]

I was always a huge Ricky Nelson fan. He was underrated because he grew up in front of America on his family's TV show. But for my money he was one of the best of his era. He was also a rockabilly, which was kind of surprising for a man who grew up in Beverly Hills, California. ❤😊

[@adrianlarkins7259]

I'm 72. When I was 18 - 20 years old, Ricky Nelson was my favourite singer. I used to admire at his good looks and think to myself,"you lucky b.........d. Not only are you famous but with those looks you can have any girl want" RIP Ricky.

[@matthewmctamney5267]

Adrian Larkins so sad 😔. He seemed like such a sweet soul, and I'm young, so he was way before my time, but he was a great musician, and I totally respect him. Another great that least this world too soon was Eddie Cochran, and of course Buddy Holly and Ritchie Valens- I mean, good Lord, what if those two guys had lived to be old. So tragic, it makes me want to cry 😥.

[@cynthiaennis3107]

@@matthewmctamney5267 Rick rode motorcycles with Eddie Cochran, I read!

[@monaedwards8688]

At 13 yrs old I saw him live. I begged my mother to take me. I’m 71 and still remember how he made me feel as a teenager. RIP Ricky, you made millions feel how I feel listening to your music. ❤️

[@Susie196921]

No matter how older he got, he always remained so handsome - plus he never lost his sweet, soothing voice! Thanks for sharing this video!

[@denyseaita4061]

I thought that this man was the most gorgeous of all singers. He had such a beautiful and unique voice. I still miss this man. He had so much pain in his life but he brought us so much joy. Always remembered , always loved , Rick .. rip.

[@cynthiaennis3107]

He had a lot of joy too, though! This last year of 1985, he met his idol, Carl Perkins! They were arguing who would open for whom the next year! Also, Carl Perkins, was a Favorite of John Fogarty & Fogarty & Rick we’re going to do something together! Rick had a new album coming out, he just had to replace the Scratch vocals! Plus, he was gonna help Matthew & Gunnar with their careers! He found a lady to travel with, Helen Blair! She took great care of him, according to one of his twins! He had so much going for him! He really had a great last year! Remember the last chorus to Gypsy Pilot? “He lived everyday! He loved everybody & he hopes you do the same!”

[@KingOFuh]

Actually, he led a VERY CHARMED life.

[@chrisiden1]

he died just after this concert new years eve... so sad, as i grew up watching him as a kid.... he was GREAT!

[@haroldcardinell7604]

seen the show on tv that very night i could not believe the news the next day very very sad love his music so much R.I.P. Ricky Nelson

[@DEB781]

Love Ricky! He was the best!

[@meganc.3452]

No, this concert was in August.

[@cynthiaennis3107]

@@meganc.3452 right! I was gonna say the same thing! It was August.

[@95Sarre]

And I LOVE this song, first time I heard it, it was with my mom in a car driving across half Sweden to my Grandma, I was about 8 years old. And every singel day from I heard it, I rememberd every word from this song (but I couldn't speak or english) and I knew how that song went in my head. And from that day, I love country music thanks to my mom.

[@videomaniac108]

The older that I get the more I appreciate the truth of this song.

[@arturodelagarza9028]

REST IN PEACE MR NELSON. THIS REMINDS ME OF MY BEST FRIEND AND " BROTHER THAT I NEVER HAD " ARNOLD. HE WOULD SING THIS SONG ALL THE TIME.REST IN PEACE BROTHER. I MISS YOU A GROUP. COVID TOOK HIM.

[@musicandmovieguy55]

Lets not forget Rick's fabulous Stone Canyon Band members, all very sadly lost, like Rick, in that terrible plane crash and fire. Was so much fun to watch Rick and Dave and their Dad and Mom - so many years ago......You never get tired of all the laughs, as well as the great music performances of Rick. Really makes you feel good to step back in time to those good old days and 'The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet'. Rick was a comedic scream even as kid and in his later years portraying himself as a fraternity member with his best friend/sidekick 'Wally Plumstead' (Skip Young) - was just too much.... Give the show a look - you'll be real glad you did...... RIP Rick .......THANKS so much for all the music, joy and laughter, you gave us......!!!

[@MichaelSmith-jw8qw]

he is so relaxed and smooth on stage, he really belongs there--incredible performer---artists today should study him

[@MikeJones-rk1un]

I guess he kind of grew up on stage so he must have felt comfortable there. Ozzie & Harriet.

[@cherylcarver2708]

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[@mikeford7921]

Ricky Nelson was awesome I remember going to the Santa Clara County Fair San Jose California he played there every year February 11 2022 and still listening rest in peace mr. Nelson

[@oldermusiclover]

thanks Rick for coming to San Diego years ago such a great show sadly the autograph you gave me was ruined by rain water years later but I have never forgotten your show

[@freesk8]

This song gave me the self confidence to seek my own path in life. I'll always owe Ricky Nelson. :)

[@williamsmith3173]

This song changed my life. Thank You Mr. Nelson.

[@MichaelSmith-jw8qw]

died 30 yrs ago in 85--I recall hearing about it. So sad--time has passed so fast. Hope he is in a good place--great performer and deserves our respect.

[@keogh1969]

Yes indeed Michael. A treasure was lost tragically. I don't think he knew how much he was loved. Truly loved.

[@mikefleck7659]

Michael Smith I remember the night he was killed. What a sad time to remember.

[@welljm8938]

I really wasn’t a fan of the Nelsons at all...Until this song came out and the Dj in my hometown (NYC) explained the background story behind this record. Because you can’t please everyone so You have to please yourself!!!! Brilliant Brilliant!! The older I get the deeper I really appreciate Mr. Nelson as a person with a heart of gold and pure talent! Gone and never forgotten. Heavenly Peace Be with You! Robin from Harlem 💋

[@sharit7970]

Heard this song in the grocery store today... haven't heard it in a while. A lot of truth to this- you really can't please everyone... sometimes you do need to just please yourself! Thanks for posting!!

[@robertgrant3034]

My wife and I saw him when he came to Cincinnati on this tour. He put on an incredible show that we will never forget!

[@dirtnation8652]

My aunt loves Ricky, and thanks to her for introducing me to great music when I was younger.. she also loves Jim Croce... and my kids sing the songs still today!

[@dturner5923]

@CaliforniaSheri I followed Ricky since 1966 .. when my Mom first introduced me to his Million Sellers album and Have Been a follower ever since .. thanks Sheri

[@JayAdlers]

Ricky Nelson was the Handsomest man I ever new in the music business since Ozzie and Harriet. RIP. Great vocalist leader of the pack I remember in 1959.

[@jakartaman4656]

Looking remarkably youthful for a man of 45, this talented and underated performer would be gone just four months later. Big loss.

[@imnicki48]

OMG!!! this is the bar i managed...just before he died in the plane crash. when i went full screen...all the memories came flooding back!!! i was so happy to have him there!! and i enjoyed him sooo much!! he did such a great concert for us!!

[@cynthiaennis3107]

This one was in August of that year. The last place he played was at PJ’s Alley in Guntersville, AL, owned by a former band member, Pat Upton, now also passed. Rick was scheduled to play 2 shows both sold out & was asked to play a 3rd which he did to another sold out crowd! Pat Upton never got over that the guys didn’t just take a commercial flight as he suggested, when the plane delayed them by 4 hrs with mechanical problems.

[@crystalrodriguez3933]

This song brings back so many memories of my uncle playing is 8 track as he was teaching me how to drive his 67 camaro

[@jamesbrennan1406]

God rest his soul. Grew up listening to this music and watching Ozzie and Harriet. You will always hold a place in my heart.

[@geohiker70]

I was one of the last few folks to get to meet and see him perform at PJ'S Alley in Guntersville, AL.

[@cynthiaennis3107]

Wow! You were very fortunate! Too bad he didn’t take Pat’s advice & go commercial. What a difference that might’ve made! I heard he did 3 shows for Pat at PJ’s!

[@JRFrancisco20088]

I had that same hair in 1985. Now most of it is gone. Dude could sing and had more to offer. R.I.P

[@alanrosshaynes]

Rick Nelson is the reason I picked up a guitar decades ago, and still one of my greatest inspirations!

[@jacka123100]

The words to this song are great, and they have so much meaning.

[@nanczar]

u got it right mrwestender...i saw him when i was much younger at this type of venue in 1985 in edmonton alberta canada...he was great and it was rick in those days and the concert was actually a hoot

[@sandhorse1]

This is my favorite Rick Nelson song. Thank you Rick for writing it....it has certainly been an amazing "Life Lesson" for me!

[@CathieSoli]

I got to see him peform in the early 80s in Baltimore, MD. He was just fantastic. Wore a beautiful blue shirt, sat on a stool and played. Just great. Gone too soon.

[@dencit1]

saw him in australia not long before he died,lately a friend was playing his old music ,told him about garden party,had not heard of it,now, like me, said it is his best song

[@FendsLine]

Garden Party (released in 1972) is one of first country rock songs in music history and shows Rick Nelson as a good songwriter after his time as a rocknroll and teenage star between ´57 and ´64. It´s a classic and one of the best songs Rick Nelson ever recorded.

[@toddwimberly3023]

Joe South wrote it.

[@cynthiaennis3107]

@@toddwimberly3023 what? No!He wrote Rose Garden. Rick wrote Garden Party.

[@jlbaker2000]

Country rock as a genre, started in 1968.

[@jlbaker2000]

Is this really country rock?

[@lizardking419]

I was 1 when he died in a plane crash. I never knew of him until I listened to the Common Man Dan Cole. Great tune. I am happy that I was given direction on this song.

[@marylacey6836]

I grew up with Rick Nelson, first I was a child when he was on Ozzie and Harriet. Than later, when he did this song I was married with 6 children. Now his twin sons are coming to Yuma to a 'Ricky Nelson Remembered' tribute. As long as his kids are around, he will live forever!

[@dawnupton8668]

And grandkids

[@FrankNrw11]

Thank you, Mr. John Fogerty for singing Garden Party on the Album "The Blue Ridge Rangers Rides Again". This was my way to back to Mr. Rick Nelson. His Music ist a part of my life......Say Hello to Mary Lou.....

[@LordAtrocities]

One of the greatest "let me live my life" songs of all time. RIP Ricky.

[@mauriciobeltre14]

This song takes me back....in my room listening to am radio, I loved my room....while mom in the kitchen fixing something up....it was only me and her.

[@scotthildebrand991]

Not at night...

[@urbanlegendsandtrivia2023]

He was a good man from the 1950s singing a song about the wild 1960s while sporting a haircut from the 1970s and performing in the decade of the 1980s.

[@frankburns8946]

I went to a concert at the Empire in Liverpool England to watch the great man.Support was Seals and Croft. Sad to report the theatre was only a third full. The guy was a legend!!

[@patricksheehan9057]

The world lost an artist who loved his music as much as we loved listening to it. Tragic!

[@cleburne61]

Watching this clip, I had such a neat feeling, but filled with foreboding...seeing that this was recorded in August of 85'...and knowing that he had just 4 months left to live. This was probably one of his last concerts. It was like watching footage of the Space shuttle challenger on that fateful day. Ricky was one of the greats who never truly was given his due as an artist. It seemed a shame that just as interest was picking back up, the unthinkable happened. He'll always be remembered.

[@DannyShaw3388]

I can listen to his songs for hours without getting tired.

[@amadobustamante5237]

Ricky Nelson had been a part of my childhood and high school days. I love most of his songs , particularly " Someday " , one of my all time favorites . He will forever be one of my favorite singers of all time !!

[@bluesmanTerry]

This is one of my favorite Rick Nelson songs.

[@rodgreen6021]

Great, memorable song from a great performer . Sadly missed .

[@manuelfloresjr1397]

The 50's, 60's, and 70's all had their teen idols... but there was only one Ricky Nelson. Rip.

[@RocketRodCub]

He is the original teen idol.

[@cherylcarver2708]

Ricky Nelson was one of a kind, I don't think that I missed to many shows of Ozzie and Harriet, I though Ricky Nelson has the most dreamie eyes when he singed & was so very sexy . but he gone but not forgotten R.I.P.

[@davidvitullo8581]

A great underrated song Ricky Nelson has a strong beautiful voice that touches everyone's heart good guitar player great song writer great performance shame he didn't see his son's become famous I love you Ricky Nelson 😎🤘🤘🎸🎸🎸🎸🌹🌹❤️❤️🏋️🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🎸🎸🌹

[@audreygreen9955]

No man could ever be as sexy with his eyes closed while performing. That was his magic for me. Although he was much older he was a crush, and continues to be. Keep the negative comments away!!!!!!

[@emwolbemwolb]

REALLY listen to this song and you'll hear top notch players in support. Rick always took pride in the talent he played with. Plus, amazing singers backing him up. Great live version. Thanks for sharing!!

[@johnthehulk1]

Ricky was a great talent. "Garden Party" was his own great lyrical offering. He is sorely missed.

[@thevoiceoftheBBs]

I was truly blessed to meet David and Ricky on the set of "Ozzie and Harriet." I was 12 years old and thanks to Ricky's fan club president, Connie Mueller, who was also Ozzie's assistant, I was able to interview the two brothers for my elementary school paper. I saw Ricky later--when he recorded his 'live' album at The Troubador in Hollywood around '70 or so. He was an original. I was managing The Beach Boys at the time & I've been blessed to have known & worked with many of my heroes.

[@susanjohnstonbelcourt3181]

I love this song so much, it was my late sisters song, she had this album, love you so much Pat Belcourt

[@princewilliamthefox3825]

I "HOPE" all my fellow 'you-tubers' have great memories,......MAKE great memories and it's the BEST gift you can give to your future.

[@inner-trader371]

Wow.... amazing. Visited one of his son's house and he had the original "yellow paper" pad sheet that he wrote this song on. It was in a frame, hanging on the wall. Both of his son's are amazing too, both as performers and individuals!

[@cynthiaennis3107]

Rick’s son, Gunnar, has that hanging up in his home in TN! Nice you got to meet him! I love Nelson! They’re a great band with a great sound of their own!

[@bargainmom]

I'm 35 and I remember 'Hello Mary Lou' and 'Travelin' Man'. He had such a great voice, and was simply gorgeous! His sons are also quite talented.

[@philipgreaves7964]

I loved Ricky Nelson. I don't get emotional when a celebrity dies, but when Ricky died I'm not ashamed to admit that I had tears in my eyes. I used to listen to the Ozzie & Harriet Show on the radio before it went on television in 1952. Ricky used to get allot of laughs as a wise cracking little kid.

[@jms1943]

Phil, I also was a teenager growing up in the 50s, born in 1943, and I had four favorite celebrities that I idolized. Ricky Nelson, Annette, Elvis, and Mickey Mantle. There were probably others but these were my favorites. I regret that in the summer of 1985 Rick was preforming at a fair in Carmi Illinois not too far from my hometown of Robinson and I did not attend the show. Thanks for your comments.

[@ElvarMasson]

Normally I don't listen to live performances online, but this is very good

[@jasonsuico9429]

i was born late 50's i heard this song when i was 10yrs old until now i keep on playing this song .

[@bloke372]

One of the greatest all round musicians and good guys from the fabulous sixties.

[@LOAblue]

heard this for the first time on the radio, so had to look it up. Nice song

[@jasonnoel1000]

best performer. is truly missed. died before his time. thanks ofr the memories.

[@davidvitullo2209]

Learn listening and talking to my parents and they told me about the show he was on with his family so sad he died so young in a damn plane crash he was a good singer, I grew up watching his sons sing on MTV they were called the Nelsons and were great singers and guitar players to 😎😥🤘🤘

[@cynthiaennis3107]

They still are! They now live in TN & are called Nelson! Their younger brother, Sam, also sings! Sounds almost exactly like his dad!

[@kph1955]

Wonderful man. A beautiful part of my childhood.

[@lelboy]

One of the most handsome performers to come out of the states. His singing needs no comment - just so perfect, especially the slow numbers. Sadly missed by many of us.

[@kygal1960]

I saw him at an outdoor concert either in 1984 or 1985. Really glad I got to see him...love his music.

[@rwb010109]

This song says it all, so true, god bless Ricky for this, an artist for all time,,RWB

[@bonniealbury2493]

Now this is what a good looking man looks like! I love listening to his songs music....died way too soon!

[@blueagate]

The music isn't gone people! As long as we have the music to listen to they aren't really gone!

[@cindyspowart555]

when i was 14 (a long time ago), oh, how i loved ricky nelson. in interviews that can be seen here on you tube, even though from hollywood royalty, he was always so gracious and self deprecating. i do wonder what would have become of his career. may he rest in peace and power.

[@keithhakanson6520]

Garden Party.... A timeless classic.

[@davidvitullo7299]

A great song Ricky Nelson has a great strong rock voice this is my favorite Ricky Nelson song . he was proud of his two sons a shame he didn't get to see Nelson become famous rock band i love you Ricky Nelson 😎😪🤘🤘🎸🎸🎸❤🌷🌷🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@cynthiaennis3107]

He knew they were playing clubs when they were 12! They are the reason that younger people can perform in a club but not drink & must leave right after...in CA!

[@elizabethbarnes384]

One of my favourite, as a young lady I enjoyed listening to Ricky Nelson. Sad he passed away that year 1985 on New Year's Eve, my birthday day. Music: Garden Party

[@cynthiaennis3107]

So sorry it was on your birthday.

[@elizabethbarnes384]

@@cynthiaennis3107 Thanks Cynthia 👍

[@summerscindy1946]

I met Ricky once and then the crash ...a big loss great singer actor loved and miss him

[@jacka123100]

Debbie Rogowski's earlier comment was correct. I'm 70 years old, and what the song is about is, that people knew exactly who Ricky Nelson was, but they wanted to hear his many songs that had been #1 on the charts, and he did all new stuff that he had made, and the audience were very disappointed. Can't blame them, his old songs were fantastic songs. If he were still here today and had a concert, I would want to hear his hit songs from the 50's. Yep, I'm 70 years old, and he was without a doubt, probably the most talented singer from the 50,s, including Elvis, Chuck, Frankie and Fats.

[@jkoff76]

The guy had it all, talent, looks and a great voice. Maybe the only TV idol in history whose musical talent really effected rock 'n roll. I am a huge fan.

[@pushya1008]

He wasn't just a pretty face pop star and a heart throb. He was a musician and a songwriter. Garden Party is one of those great songs that - I don't know how to say it - touches something deep and magical. Reminds me of a Dylan song. Poetry.

[@cynthiaennis3107]

And he covered a few Dylan songs! So...how cool is that!?

[@eutoober]

Dylan returned the respect

[@jeremiahrose4681]

wow! this was in Aug 1985 and he passed in Dec of 1985. What an amazing artist that wanted to change his tv personal, but never really did. This is my favorite song of his for sure.

[@loishopton3635]

This song covers his heartache from friends,sad for him. Good way to get past the Heart with music. RIP Ricky,too young.

[@barbaraward8236]

Always watch Ozzie and Harriet growing up. And watched Rick grow upon the show as well. Had all his records. He was a great singer. So sad when he died!

[@kandylangford5886]

Got to see him live doing "Garden Party" at the Santa Clara Country Fair before we lost him...

[@eliezerberry]

Rick Nelson was sadly underrated solely due to "Ozzie and Harriet." In truth, he was an astute songwriter and a strong and stylish musician. "It's all right now, I learned my lesson well -- you see, you can't please everyone, so you got to please yourself," for my money is one of the greatest lyrics in all of popular music.

[@rosalindacastillo3212]

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[@peterduffield4304]

Agreed!

[@beestonpoet]

He wrote one of the best highly RATED songs of all time .. that people paid attention to the Lyrics an the story .. so he deffo got some credibility an rating But ofcourse cos of how he began. He wasn't gonna break away from that completely .. but I guess that's why this song was born ..

[@22504flash]

Great performer. Got to meet him in person and he was gracious enough to give my wife and her girlfriend a friend kiss.

[@debraradecky6897]

We all had crushes on him in the 70's

[@stevemason5173]

I was an instant fan of Rick Nelson, at 5 years old, when I snuck into my grandpa's den and put on the 45 rpm record of "Hello Mary Lou" back about 1962, and got an ass whoppin' for messin' with grandpa's record player, but it was worth it. I have always remained a fan and always will. I began playing his oldies in bar room gigs in the early 2000s and was surprized at the reactions of repeated requests to play them again... This man is legendary for sure!!! It is still a "CRYING SHAME" Rick, his lady friend, and band lost their lives in that horrible, tragic plane crash...May they all be resting in heavenly peace.

[@latawie]

Ricky, you had it right with this song...hope your journey is a good one "Traveling Man"...

[@boltsyllable]

A really awesome performance

[@LisaMurphy]

Very clever lyrics, he really did have talent...

[@August8th1969]

The last time I read Rolling Stone's list of the 100 Greatest Artists of All-Time, Rick Nelson was listed at 91. There was also a book released by Rolling Stone in 1982 (something about 25 years of rock 'n' roll where they rated the performers and each of their albums). It was written that Rick Nelson got a bad rap because he got his start on the family TV show, but that he was actually very talented.

[@TheRustyones]

August8th1969 You know rolling stone lists are stupid, Last one i saw had Elton at 50 somthing, even if u hate him he should be way higher than that. Just saying.

[@August8th1969]

I'm an Elton John fan as well, though no one is bigger than the Beatles as far as I am concerned.

[@colemandan100]

August8th1969. They were all great. but one guy could levee them all standing. ELVIS PRESLEY

[@carydimmich7595]

Colm flaherty that is no s...

[@jorgeespinosa4829]

Taken away from us way too fast. God bless you, Rick. You and all the Nelsons.

[@rhiannonrede]

My fav song by Ricky Nelson. RIP

[@VirgoCatleesi]

Words to live by, because you CAN'T please everyone and life's too short to waste trying to. Thanks, Rick...

[@leesmith5097]

Rio Bravo is one of my favorite movies. Go Ricky!!

[@cynthiaennis3107]

One of mine, too!

[@LindaAllen2129]

I humbly believe this to be the greatest rock and roll song ever written.🎶🎶🎶

[@lanceb.]

Amen. Simple and brilliant.

[@twolf811]

Never given enough credit for his contributions, made rock mainsteam, first music videos, and stayed true to his music, and put together a hell of a band! RIP Ricky

[@notofitjustinit]

I love love love this man, his music made me happy. I remember when he was on SNL and he sang a slow version of a song that i can't recall at this moment but it was so smooth and man, I truly miss this man. He was a good man. I miss watching him grow up on the Ozzie and Harriet Show :- (

[@cynthiaennis3107]

I know he sang Dream Lover on SNL in ‘79 & covered it, but the record co. sat on it instead of releasing it the next day, as was usual! They sat on it for quite awhile...so that the momentum & desire to buy the 45 died when they finally released the album & 45. Wonder what that dirty business was about?? I bet it would’ve gone platinum, too! That’s a great song & his voice was better than Bobby Darrin’s for singing it!