UNBELIEVABLE | REACTION TO Journey - Don't Stop Believin' | LIVE 1981 Houston

[@jmartin4396]

Journey was one of those bands that just OWNED the 80s.

[@ruthmccoy8853]

Steve Perry is a singer who is often copied, but no one could ever come close. Eternally love him❤

[@the_Real_Grammy_of_6]

I couldn’t agree more. Journey is now basically a Journey cover band. No offense to the lead singer they have now, but when he joined the band, he sounded very close to Steve’s voice. He was actually in a Journey cover band.

[@LiquidFlux66]

The perfect example of why my generation remains nostalgic.😊.

[@leoniburge5291]

Perfect comment too 😊

[@ruanniemann2604]

The late 1900's were good times 😅

[@laurarodriguz1141]

Yes!

[@di3486]

Nostalgia that never ends!

[@Marakain]

Because we know we screwed up. Our predecessors got through everything, including world wars, cold wars, etc. And we brought the world to the brink and we'll probably soon go over the edge and we'll all be screwed. There won't be any more generations. Unfortunately, "Don't stop believin" won't help anymore, the train has left the station.

[@fredrickm4436]

the 70's and 80's were filled with this level of music. that's why older people don't like the current state of music.

[@Naty_Sousa]

☝🏽 this!

[@loribamsey5504]

My high school music. Yaaaaaaaaaalove❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ had such a crush on him.

[@laraschauble]

TRUTH!! My teen years was in the 80's..all genres of music was incredible..it didn't matter if you listened to rock, metal, pop, hip-hop, dance, soft rock, new wave, all of it was such a blast to listen to on the radio..the garbage that's currently on the air waves cannot compare to what we listened to with 80's music...I love my 80's music!!!! ❤❤

[@AnnePatriotic]

You forgot to add in the 60's too. Great, great music then too. A crack in time: 60's, 70's and 80's (maybe due to a Christian revival in those decades? There was one later in the 1700's into the early 1800's and I wonder if there was great, great music that was made then too?)

[@oldmanreact8642]

ANOTHER generation discovers the Journey rabbit hole!

[@tonidattolico2014]

Here is why they call him "THE VOICE!" No better vocalist comparable.

[@axell.576]

Freddy Mercury: Hold my beer...

[@MsShoosh1]

That is the difference between then and now. No effects, no half dressed women, no twerking, Steve Perry is live, as is the entire band. This is how it was. Those effects did not exsist at this time. You made your way by pure talent. What you heard on a record, you heard in person. This was rock and roll.

[@carariela]

Yes... you made your way by pure Talent...God Given 🙏✝️🙏Amen🙏

[@Jan-j2s3k]

​@carariela the bigger part ist passion and hard work. Sure there was enough to start off

[@fredahemsley8873]

Steve you will never know that this song has kept .Me grounded while my Husband was in Hospital. Omg what a voice . Thank you. X❤❤

[@tomsilk1235]

Yes, let’s not forget the band. The band without Steve Perry is a great band. Steve Perry without that band is a great singer. Together? Magic!

[@karensamuel1139]

Exactly! 👍

[@wht-rabt-obj]

Steve Perry is so underrated. His vocals are SO powerful.

[@joeimbesi99]

Perry,Plant,Mercury ,Farnham(HELP)

[@timwhiskeychan959]

Hvgvgfbhfg 😮

[@tradcathpat6807]

You look stunned!! 🤣. Yes..... that's his REAL voice!

[@marilyncornell2194]

That's how it was ..we were spoiled with great music back then !

[@julieannmyers8714]

20 years ago? That was 42 years ago... it was authentic, real raw talent, the joy of youth, a spirit of a generation loving life & looking forward to a future of possibilities & positivity. A whole different world on those days.

[@rubyvolt]

this was my first concert in high school. It was a few days in front or back of that show. On the floor with a girl on my shoulders for a while. Welcome to REAL music. REAL musicians with NO AUTOTUNE computer crap. MOTHER FATHER shows Steve's HIGH range at the end. Any Way You Want It. The guitarist played with Santana when he was 15-16. this is simply the most uplifting good feeling HOPE FOR THE FUTURE song EVER!!!!

[@flutetubamorg]

Steve Perry does this with such ease and it's just beyond belief. Best rock voice ever in my book.

[@jerryparks6123]

Segers best Rock voice ever in my book! Have been a fan of his since LIVE BULLET, IM 69 YRS OLD!

[@michaelmonce1053]

And on the female side add in Ann Wilson...she and Perry are in the same category

[@atheistbychoice]

For me it’s Steve Marriott and Steve Perry as a tie for best ever. But yes. Lol.

[@wrsnodgrass]

Agree wholeheartedly

[@cathyv3424]

I agree plus Freddie Mercury

[@debortahwelch9298]

He was able to keep control of his voice and sound as if he was singing on an album while running around on stage. Love him and his voice.

[@chrisr.2886]

Journey just isn't Journey without Perry. It's never been the same. His voice, talent and personality took them to the top. He will always be JOURNEY

[@jtoland2333]

Agree!! It's nothing personal against the few singers who, to their credit, could hit the notes. It's just that some people are irreplacable.

[@avenueb]

wrong. I just saw them, singer is 16 years in and he is very good, it was in fact a rocking show

[@the_Real_Grammy_of_6]

OMG!! Finally someone who is that!!! You’re my new bias friend!! 😉😉

[@the_Real_Grammy_of_6]

@@avenuebmaybe because he sounds very much like Steve. The band found him on KZbin when he was singing in a Journey cover band. No offense to his at all. Just stats the truth

[@Ofthegirl09]

Love the reaction when people realize singers used to really sing without autotune. And then they hear Steve Perry or Freddie Mercury or Robert Plant, live, and can't believe there was a time all of this greatness actually existed! Because music today is dog food! I was at that concert tour, saw it in Columbia SC. He was wearing the same thing. They were absolutely flawless and it was one of the greatest experiences of my life!

[@micheleparadis2808]

Standing, singing, dancing. We all did it then. The band expected us to 'participate' to the event. That was what interactive should be

[@tcbforever1809]

STEVE PERRY FOREVER!!!!!🙌🙌🙌🙌

[@vwboy2012]

This is what happens when you mix a soul singer with rock. Steve Perry in his prime was a absolute beast. He can illicit emotions from the coldest of hearts. Steve Perry is top 5 ever to do it.

[@MSusanna1959]

so so glad to see the younger generation enjoy the wonderful music we had! Enjoy!!!

[@Stephenrayperry]

Hello Susanna, how're you doing? Your comments caught my attention and that is why I am reaching out to you. Your fan love for me warms my heart, Thank you! It's nice meeting you here.

[@christinaaubin8508]

One of the best rock voices ever. He’s amazing.

[@str8texas7]

The goat 🐐

[@lancevaughn432]

Journey, “Open Arms, Live 1982”. “Lovin’ Touchin’ Squeezin’ live 1979”,. “Separate Ways”,. “Any Way You Want It”,. “Wheel in the Sky”, “Faithfully”,. “Who’s Crying Now”, and more.

[@lisaeddins5291]

It's Steve Perry. Everyone is kinda stunned when they hear his voice. It's overwhelming. I consider his voice to be the best rock voice ever.

[@carmenperez9421]

His voice is so soothing. When you hear him on the radio, you immediately know his voice bc of his uniqueness. The new frontman, I have to give credit where it’s due. But Steve Perry fans can always tell the difference.

[@iamozzman990]

This is a reaction video! "That is his live voice" yes it is, Crazy!

[@Decbaby15]

No one can match his voice. He’s called “The Voice” for a reason. I’ve been listening to them for 40 years

[@ic5761]

Barry Gibbs can

[@Decbaby15]

@@ic5761 that’s your opinion.

[@fabriziomanni7623]

I am still here for this after 44 years ❤

[@jaroslav989898]

Teddy this song sing and i can say he beat him of all 😉 Teddy voice is really amazing 😏

[@janethoulette1802]

Richard Goodall, America's Got Talent

[@melissamoore5996]

I love watching people's reactions when they first hear The Voice and when Journey was Journey.

[@josephjetkiewicz7825]

Wonderful live performance. No pre-recorded background vocals, no auto-tune, just talent. No electronic tricks. They were not available then.

[@paulohenriques2098]

One of the best songs played live of all time...❤

[@sharonlaudat3297]

I can understand you are from a different generation, but this is one of the greatest rock voices of ALL time! It always surprises me when there are people out there that never heard of Steve Perry!

[@dankoftinoff8119]

It makes me emotional not seeing people stare into a phone and just enjoy the moment!

[@Vegasshakenandstirred]

It still blows my mind that this band never won a Grammy. They should have at least 10, these new artist that receive Grammys like candy 🍭 don't realize how hard the competition was back then. So many bands, so much great music 🎶

[@blackskull4482]

you've answered your own question, back then we had a lot of great bands and singers 😢

[@MikeLangley-m8w]

Grammy's are a joke now. So many great acts never honoured there or in Cleveland at the Rock and Roll Hall

[@geoffreyfletcher9426]

It proves beyond any doubt that a GRAMMY AWARD really has little value!

[@58sylvia]

This is real music. No lip sync, no auto tune, no computers whatsoever.

[@lesliemurphy7808]

I'm 60 years old now and the greatest concerts I've ever been to have been the four times that I witnessed Journey. By the end of every show Steve Perry was a complete sweat soaked hero. He NEVER missed a note. Not once! What you heard on the radio is what he delivered. You left each concert truly believing that he gave everything he had in the tank

[@jrtmanmd]

Yes, live voice, no autotune, no lip syncing, just pure talent!

[@carolmeindl9508]

It is all about being in the presence of something truly beautiful.

[@pennioltheten6018]

We had it good back then. We had so many artist with raw talent back then. So glad that I grew up in that era.

[@johnsampson-n4p]

Maybe the greatest voice in rock history, tremendous range.

[@bridgethaines7127]

There is just something about the purity of Steve's voice and his absolute control over that instrument that does something to everyone's souls.

[@carolputney5250]

Steve Perry's voice touches one's soul. ❤

[@mouse9727]

That’s why his nickname is The Voice. Incomparable

[@ronaldferino3414]

Yep, I'm an old man now but I was so fortunate to see Journey Live and it was an astounding experience. Steve Perry's voice is as good or better if that's possible when he sings live. I have a lot of bands from that era that I really like but for me Journey will always be my favorite, the band along with Steve's vocals for me were second to none !!

[@mattvsmetaverse]

"This is his... live voice? I don't know what to say..." I literally lol'd. 😆 That's the right reaction to Steve Perry/Journey. Got an instant sub outta me. 😁

[@sudiptakiran]

Steve Perry is and will forever remain one of a kind voice!!

[@harrypalmer7169]

You know a band are good when their live versions eclipse the studio tracks.

[@annebiebrich9155]

Steve Perry was unmatched! One of the most iconic voices ever

[@richardkafka5625]

Back when you had to have actual talent! No auto tune, no tricks, just talent!

[@angelagriffin9979]

Technology has killed the singer.

[@karehelene]

@@angelagriffin9979 Depends on who you are listening to. PTX has singers whose voices will blow you out of the water.

[@stephenwhite5444]

​@@angelagriffin9979 in many areas of life and society, use of technology has dulled human understanding and abilities. It's been happening to a great extent since WWII. No one knows how to grow food, slaughter, loosing the ability to get around without GPS, the arts are dying as well.

[@angelagriffin9979]

@@karehelene There are the exceptions. But so few and far between. Off the cuff, I can come up with at least 20 from the 70's and 18 from the 80's that are amazing singers, no auto tune.

[@peterjosch1443]

​@@angelagriffin9979and much more in this beautiful world... 😔

[@miamired1]

Thank you for being one of the few reviewers that actually researches a music artist or band.

[@graceguichard1065]

We had the best music during 70's & 80's. ❤

[@AnnePatriotic]

And don't forget the 60's - that's when the great music started.

[@lewisshaw6071]

There really is something special about Steve Perry's energy onstage, and you can feel it within the first seconds of hearing his voice, but it's only really communicated when you SEE him sing. I don't know how to describe it other than that it feels like he's just... manifesting connection with everyone there. He's here to see everyone enjoy themselves, and he loves it, and knows how good he is at it, but it comes across as almost... humble, for lack of a better word. The man's voice is a gift, and every line he sings says "This is for you. This is for us."

[@sarahwiebe6592]

He once said he was only that good because of the fans. He said he would 'go and get' that best part of him when the audience showed up. He said that without them, he didn't have it. That's super humble and sweet!

[@ruthlafler5622]

@@sarahwiebe6592 I've never seen that quote, but I feel it to be true.

[@grobinson7507]

His live voice is better than the studio I’ve seen them several times, the best live voice EVER,!

[@jamesclapp6832]

Even a recording of a live performance doesn't do it justice. Hearing him live sent shivers down your spine.

[@oldschool72]

seriously you have seen them several times ? You dont look to be in your 60's or 70's...I am 74 and saw them live in 78..They broke up in 1987....

[@memnarch129]

Ehhh I think David Draiman of Disturbed is right up there with Live being better than the studio

[@OriginalPuro]

Morten Harket.

[@michelelynn6914]

He was the best rock male vocalist

[@wickedmirage]

Yes, this is his Live voice. Steve truly had a Golden voice and the knowledge to use it. Stone in Love is another great song from this concert. Hell pick any song off this concert and it's going to be a banger.

[@trishc3099]

Yes! Stone In Love!

[@brenzoetorres7860]

Yes!!! Stone in Love!!!!

[@shawnsparkman7916]

Absolutely

[@KT32894]

I saw Journey in concert in 1982 (Denver, CO). My husband saw them in concert in 1981 (Pasadena, CA). Phenomenal and unforgettable! ❤❤❤

[@maryhulen7277]

Singers from that era (I was in high school) just had incredible voices. No auto tune and no studio editing made singers have true talent. Steve Perry was one of the best.

[@angelarasmussen1800]

Yes. If you grew up in the 70s and 80s you got spoiled because you also had the music of your parent's era where the quality was even better although the style was very different.

[@barbaraanderson1137]

We were blessed with the best music! Pure talent! Ann Wilson is the female version of Steve. She's 72 and sounds like back in the day.

[@karenmann918]

THE BEST!!!!!!!!!! GOAT!!!!!!!1

[@bcx1138]

yeah i don’t get the appeal of auto tune at all

[@erienbudhiyanto]

He is too perfect❤

[@michaelmoon4248]

Steve's voice IS AN Instrument! Fricking awesome singer! DSB is one of the most classic rock tunes...

[@bonniewood5286]

Music of today has dropped so far down from then! I’m 67, been a music junkie all my life and Steve Perry was one of the best! This is why us older people complain about what music has become. Back then it was all talent all the way, no nudity, no swearing, beautiful voices and musicians! It made you feel good inside♥️

[@FrozenRose816]

You absolutely need to do "Mother, Father" from this same show. Possibly one of the best live vocals of any rock singer ever.

[@peggypieters661]

My absolute favorite Steve Perry vocal!!!❤️

[@sethcashman1011]

Agreed. Steve has said many times that it was the most difficult Journey song to sing. And Steve Smith said it was his favorite drumming performance on the album.

[@joelhammond4162]

2nd this suggestion/request.

[@benntura]

Yes definitely!

[@gregxite]

@@joelhammond4162 I 3rd this suggestion!

[@christineblaszczyk1602]

Imagine seeing him in concert, which I did. The vibration off the walls and ceiling was out of this world. But he will never admit to that.❤

[@hankgoldenshaft]

Boy can that man sing. What a voice

[@Kajunliza1915]

Steve Perry is The Voice for a reason. One of the best voices of all time. Hes up there with Freddie Mercury for me. (And person ally I like him better. )

[@josephperugini7492]

Appreciate your genuine reaction! Not embarrassed to say he’s one of the few people whose voice can make me emotional. A true gift he has that can touch your soul.

[@OfficialAndreaHelms]

When he sings, every note reaches your soul. Not everyone can do that. He is so special. He makes a singer want to be better at their gift.

[@thanhmcgriff3387]

This is REAL music. No fakery. Imperfect but amazing anyways because everyone is into it..Journey & the audience are just into it…lost in the music, connecting. I can’t think of a single band today that can do that live, astounding

[@jeansalzman2.012]

LOL. I love the fact that you are genuinely gobsmacked. Steve Perry is a one-of-a-kind voice.

[@davekaplowitz1020]

And that's why Steve Perry is called The Voice!

[@italiacassini337]

There's no one like Steve Perry. "The Voice" is amazing. REAL unique talent

[@Wolverine72]

No back up singers just pure talent. This is true talent!💯

[@charlesburris6314]

Now you know why we older people say our music is better. Acts had to have real talent, or they didn't make it. There was no corporate backing, internet, computer aid (autotune, etc). They had talent and worked their asses off to make it. Dive in in to Journey live. That concert there, front to back, is a great start. Happy Thanksgiving.

[@andycovel9521]

One of the greatest singers EVER!!!!

[@nageeb96]

come on .Journey is the most Awesome band ever if your in love man. they will live for ever and more.

[@judithboggs2196]

Just found this reaction. It is a reality my generation of this time knew consistently. People interacted. It was a matter of honor and true love for those who worked hard to perfect their craft. We saw them. They saw us. We were faces seen and hands touched. Hearts broke and love was sent out. We MISS this. THIS REAL contact. They HAD to be craftsmen with real skill, or we didn't show up. THEY had to be real, so we could be real back. Yes. I got emotional, too, watching and listening to my life in retrospect. We didn't even know what we had....till we suddenly.... didn't.

[@jeffreyazofeifa7206]

It's his voice, in 1981 it doesn't have autotune. Steve Perry is a super vocals

[@Wolverines9999]

The days of 60s, 70s, and 80s rock and Roll are gone and will never be repeated. Thank goodness we have some of these great performances recorded!

[@randytinney45]

Will never be matched . I say this as having been a musician from those days playing 7 nights a week ...you will never see nothing like it again

[@steph____]

The emotion you felt… imagine how we felt being at these concerts live. We lost our minds. I remember bawling my eyes out with happiness. God, I wish I could go back. The worst is, I didn’t realize that would be the best time of my life. I am grateful to have been part of it, but damn, I miss it.

[@lorir5728]

One of the best voices ever

[@stanleynowak9325]

This is the number 1 song of all time.

[@MrJohnw2454]

When it comes to groups and artists of the 70's-80's the feeling is the same and they were amazing live.

[@lordbrewer812]

When singers could sing and musicians played music, what a time

[@dylancole1910]

Yep, no tricks, no autotune just pure talent. Clear as water. He was actually nicknamed Steve “ the voice” Perry because of how unbelievable people found his voice to be. This is officially my favorite reaction, one of the only Rock voices in history to both give me chills and tears when I heard him for the first time when I was 11. I’ve never been so proud that my parents raised me on stuff like this instead of all the crap on the radio these days. This is real music, real rock. Listening to Journey is more than just listening to good music, it’s an experience. It never fails to blow people’s minds. I get a surge of endorphins just seeing that face people make when he starts singing. 😄

[@loreedavis5988]

His powerful voice knocks my socks off every time!

[@masaniazura2131]

We older generation can't begin to describe the music and attending rock concerts back in that era. Attending rock concerts in packed stadiums, arenas, etc was down right AWESOME and made you feel alive. I feel sorry for the current generation for not being able to attend live music concerts because the current "professionals" are all computer enhanced if not generated and are unable to present personalize, ad lib lyrics and conversations with each other and audience for the BEST inclusion experiences EVER!

[@stbdtack123]

yes Steve Perry ...one of the greatest voices ever.

[@markberault8116]

When you saw journey live back then it was not a concert...it was an experience you remember for the rest of your life

[@ruthjohnson4380]

Absolutely love your response. Mother, Father.

[@victoriamoll690]

“Wow” is about the only way to describe this performance. I saw them on this tour when they came through Chicago. Best Concert Ever ♥️ and Yes Everyone was on their feet screaming. It seems he captured the Souls of His Audience. Very Powerful Singer. Has it really been over 20 years ? Seems like just yesterday for me and what we all wouldn’t Pay to Roll those Dice Just One ☝️ More Time 🥰

[@davidbentley145]

This performance hits exactly where it needs to...In the Heart!This is real...especially when everything comes together so beautifully...Yes this is very specially...Ty brother!

[@OnBeingFurnando]

One of the greatest concert tours EVER! Steve Perry's voice was always amazing and effortless-he never made mistakes, Neal's guitar...wish you could have been to one of their live shows! Their shows were SO much fun and the band really drew the crowd in. Thanks for taking me back to that time❤

[@candicelitrenta8890]

Back in those days you HAD to be able to sing live. They did not have autocorrect at all. This is pure talent and the reason they were so popular.

[@eduardogerber299]

Undoubtedly one of the best bands of the 80's and one of the best voices of all time. Old school my friend, old school. Marvelous!!

[@ulfbackstrom9002]

I have seen your reaction before but I have to say.. true reaction! What we perryheads feel all the time!!😊

[@heavin6586]

This us why this generation of music will still be listened to for generations to come and mist if today's will be forgotten...

[@tucorameriz3538]

When singers could sing, Steve Perry ruled them all! Must see “whos crying now” and “mother, father” from the same concert.

[@elizabethhall9042]

The greatest singer of all time Steve Perry ❤️

[@zappa1952]

Yes Salvo G. You've just listened to one of, if not the best voice in rock.

[@babe514ful]

I absolutely love your reaction to this! His voice does it for me every time but you….thank you. 🥹

[@sherylhenley1931]

Steve Perry was known as "The Voice". He had amazing energy didn't he! Don't Stop Believing along with Bohemian Rhapsody were inducted into the Library of Congress this year. Well deserved honor for both!

[@JorgeBrahim]

Steve perry the Best male voice ever no one cant touch Steve perry voice Steve perry the GOAT

[@rosemaryoutler2423]

IMO, he's one of the best vocalists EVER!! I don't believe that there ever was a song from Steve Perry that I don't love. Now, I have to listen to tons of his songs......

[@davidhodgins7122]

One word describes this performance PERFECTION!!!! Steve made Journey with his powerful smooth voice. One of the greatest voices of all time. I can listen to this all day.

[@Melly01]

I just read that Steve Perry and Dolly Parton will sing, "Open Arms" on her upcoming album. That should be amazing!

[@beckee6501]

Thanks - I just looked that up!