FIRST TIME HEARING Cher - Believe | REACTION | FIRST AUTOTUNE?!

[@SalvoG]

Do you believe in life after love?

[@PhoenixRisen63]

Absolutely!

[@JohnPaul-hm2ys]

I am living proof of living after love

[@luattack123]

Yes my dear, and no more love again

[@willmulligan2216]

I certainly do!!…thanks Salvo ❤️

[@FiercedeityBrad]

My momma made me believe after she lost my dad ❤❤❤

[@bryanCJC2105]

Cher was 52 when she recorded this song. She is the only solo artist who has had a #1 hit in every decade from the 1960s to the 2020's.

[@MrCome4numb]

You must be including the US Dance charts

[@RLucas3000]

@@MrCome4numbwell, it’s an official chart

[@kimberlywilliams7891]

Adam Lambert performed this song for Cher at Kennedy Center Honors. Check it out. Adam is amazing. Cher cries.

[@carolyncappitelli1460]

PLEASE react to this. Your head will be blown!

[@lancelary6989]

Yes, please watch Adam’s version!

[@kevinwalsh9788]

Adam's version changes this dance hit into a emotional and dramatic rendition .

[@mike650r]

He definitely needs to react to Adam Lambert's version. It is almost perfect!

[@daphneberlin1444]

I wish he did a back-to-back with Adam's version. Both so good!!

[@carolyncappitelli1460]

If I Could turn Back Time next, please. It is entertaining and fun, and her wardrobe will knock your socks off!!!

[@jzander2966]

Cher now has a number 1 single in 7 consecutive decades!! Only the Rolling Stones can claim the same feat.

[@anthonygeurtsen7143]

And Dolly

[@Blue-qr7qe]

But the Stones are cool.

[@jorGeRebelHeartCR]

@@Blue-qr7qe Cher is cooler

[@bawteach]

@@anthonygeurtsen7143Nope. Only Cher and the Stones.

[@GuinevereKnight]

This song was played A LOT when it came out, in Sweden fpr sure. Loved the effect, sounds cool and fun. And Cher doesn't NEED autotune, she has real pipes and can sing, It"s just an effect. +They don't hide it. All that makes it 👍💥

[@mdj-ie7rj]

Sadly, it is the first time auto tune was used by the recording industry-and they haven’t stopped since (despite artists not wanting it)

[@_-.RAVEN.-_]

Cher is an icon! Her vocals are unmatched. You just know it's Cher when you hear her. She did a song called "You Haven't Seen The Last Of Me" from the movie Burlesque. Really worth the reaction!

[@magicbrownie1357]

Now go back and watch her first hit from 1965 with husband Sonny Bono: "I Got You Babe" is a classic. But Cher has had such a long and very productive career. Kind of a legend really.

[@metrecht]

The pure magic she has brought to the dance floor, movies and our existence is insane. QUEEN

[@susanpeterson9947]

Auto tune was deliberately used as an effect here for the first time. I thought it was awesome way back then and I still do!

[@AlejandroMoncada-t1u]

She was the second to use autotune , bit the first to immortalized it

[@thekookooman1991]

Your assessment of auto-tune as an effect is spot-on. They weren't hiding it to put her voice on-key (her pitch has always been perfect). They used it as a kind of sound effect, as you say.

[@hatleyhoward7193]

Excellent comment. Came here to say that when you are a strong singer like Cher, autotune is for effects only. The fact is, you could strip this down to just vocals and she would be pitch perfect and still be able to sell it as a hit.

[@steveasher5849]

Cher is a total icon. I do need to agree that Adam Lambert's cover at the Kennedy Center Honors for Cher is pretty spectacular. And it brought tears to Cher's eyes!

[@DavidF-y4t]

From her early days, "Gypsies, Tramps and Thieves", and from her 80s pomp " I Found Someone". That gives a good grounding in Cher, then fill in the gaps.

[@mayabairey]

I'm not a crier, but for some reason "Gypsies, Tramps and Thieves" always gets me. Something in that chord progression and the story and Cher's voice.

[@AnnQlder]

I forgive Cher using auto tune here because she spent decades proving that she was the real deal first. For her it was just used as an effect. Love this song

[@gerrimcgrath6878]

I think the robotic, auto tune feature is just part of the song. Not a Chher staple.

[@stephaniemccord-vega1190]

I totally agree

[@bawteach]

First use of autotune.

[@marciebulsaraorcutt]

Hey SalvoG! There’s a LIVE PERFORMANCE by: ADAM LAMBERT …of this song; it was part of a tribute concert for Cher, who was in the audience. ABSOLUTELY STUNNING. (When it comes to Queen music, I’m a “Only Freddie Traditionalist” all the way… But Adam IS unquestionably a talented vocalist, and I think this Cher cover is my FAV song by him.🫶)

[@mayabairey]

I remember when this came out, and everyone was all wide-eyed, going "how did she do that?" Cher's always been a pioneer.

[@davehelms1398]

Its a great dance hit. haters be haters and Cher has a lot of them. She is incrediable in concert.

[@digger96]

Cher is awesome! You should watch “If I Could Turn Back Time.” It’s an awesome song and one of the most iconic videos ever!

[@brentgunderson1349]

Holy crap, your first Cher?!? 😲 I do "believe" this song made her the oldest female artist to hit #1, a record she still holds.

[@TempusFugit91]

Ugh, I love everything about this woman. She can do no wrong 🙏💜

[@lovesmusic0845]

I’ve been listening to Cher since the 1960s. She’s an amazing singer, performer and actor. Watching her in Silkwood with Meryl Streep was phenomenal. Turn Back Time is another hit worth listening to. She and Sonny had their own variety show back in the day. Gypsies, Tramps and Thieves is another favorite. Adam Lambert performed Believe, when Cher received her Kennedy Center honor. He slowed it down and it was amazing. You should check that out too. She is an icon. ❤

[@Truthteller58-z3c]

One of the greatest dance songs ever recorded 👏 🙌 😮😅🎉😂😊❤

[@randyhochstein8455]

I like Cher’s cover rendition of “Walking In Memphis”. Her voice always adds a unique flair to anything she sings. Of course the video for”If I Could Turn Back Time” is certainly worth watching. (It’s a good song too) ✌🏼😎🇺🇸

[@brettmiller7138]

Icon understatement....seen her 8 times flawless. Hard to believe you never heard this song...but better late than never. So many great songs by her...glad you loved it. Indeed there is life after love....

[@Blanca-sp1zk]

Pues no le creas yo vivo en Perú y en el 98 99 fue un furor.Cher❤❤

[@angelado3]

Have always loved Cher and her voice

[@chriscowan7883]

Cher's concert was one of my favorites!!!!

[@Seanadun]

Cher is spectacular singer she never needed autotune. Believe is fantastic song.

[@jamiemacdonald436]

You should check out Moonstruck on you movie channel, Cher and the movie itself cleaned up at The Oscars in 1988. It won in 6 categories.

[@peterdennis4394]

Number 1 in like, what, 28 countries, or something like that? What an Icon.

[@GeraldH-ln4dv]

A sound engineer famously stated that when he heard this song on the radio, his immediate reaction was , "oh, sh*t!" because knew that cat was out of the bag regarding autotune. It had been used for several years already, but in a subtle way. Most people outside of the industry didn't know that it existed until this song hit.

[@dawnmartin4625]

You know, the thing is, Cher never hid it. She used “autotune” and said that. She’s had a lot of plastic surgery, she’s never hid that. She is “real” and has a killer voice and stage presence.

[@thebeardedseeker5633]

The difference with Cher using AutoTune, as to say, Britney Spears, is that everyone already knew Cher could belt out some notes. She was using the new technology more as an added effect, not to reach notes that she couldn't naturally attain.

[@ronheyduk1864]

SalvoG- I completely agree with you that in this song the autotune was used VERY effectively...it made the song more interesting and unique!

[@Joshualuv13]

Stunning woman , stunning voice, and still rocking it at almost 70❤🎉actually almost 80 .. but Cher is timeless.

[@Sadielady16]

I love how you are digging this. Has a hell of a beat doesn’t it? Brings back some clubbing memories for me😀

[@patriciacanadiansenior8130]

Loved this one from the day it was released.

[@annmonaghan4360]

Loved dancing to this in my clubbing days.

[@gustavopanesso7297]

Aside from having a sultry voice CHER is absolutely GORGEOUS 😻🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@psilvers100]

I love her! I've been a big fan of hers since the 60's when she sang with her late husband Sony Bono! Yeah, I'm pretty old. lol You should listen to her song "Bang Bang". Then she made a later version of it in the late 80's. I honestly like her earlier version. It felt more emotional for me. Particularly with the violin strings.

[@mitchellsouphasith3763]

Cher has a great catalog of Music.

[@richtensail]

was kinda comeback song 4 cher, nice 2 c her on v charts again, a suprise hit. v vocal was newn caught ones ear. try her beginings, gypsies tramps n thieves, i got u, v beat goes on, half breed, shes an music icon, also a gd actress. vis song hs been covered, slower tempo n was very gd 2.

[@maryhuhnke4706]

The "rebirth of disco" we knew Cher could restart that passion ❤

[@jeffin8127]

Many people do not realize the beginning of the song includes a sample from Electric Light Orchestra's (ELO) 1981 album, Time. The last 7 seconds of the final track on that album, 'Epilogue' is heard, which is the wind sounds and rising piano chords heard leading into the drum beat kicking in on 'Believe.'

[@rumbledumpthumpershaker6735]

Believe and the entire Living Proof album. Saw her live twice. Once with Cyndi Lauper as the opening act. Cyndi put on what seemed like almost an entire concert herself.

[@Sclero80]

in Italy we danced to it until we fainted! It was a huge success!

[@maxthelab8457]

We did too in Budapest.................

[@johnmichaelarnaud]

I danced to this so so so so so so SO much when it came out.

[@toddrobinson6870]

This song still sounds fresh and never gets old. She's an icon!

[@michaelpennington7800]

Cher is a National Treasure. She is a survivor. Oscar winning actress, singer since 1960s. What you see with Cher, is what you get, no pretense. Thank you.

[@MrSmartAlec]

The use of autotune or pitch correction or whatever they used in this song was to create a specific vocal effect. It's used sparingly. In no way is it used to try and disguise a sub par vocal performance.

[@leegriffin2582]

thx cute salvo g- haha- i knew u would love it- ! thats our cher right there ! lol - love love ur reactions to great music ! keep on bein u and loving great music- and movies too !

[@italoblu]

You are such an honorary gay, we love you.

[@sweetwilly]

He’s a new age guy, in touch with his feelings and not afraid to express them. Wonderful hey? I’m lucky enough to know a few of them.

[@sarablack2547]

Doesn't he have to do some Kylie,Liza,Judy, Shirley or Barbara Streisand first?😊

[@kennethgustavison1812]

@@sarablack2547 Nope. SalvoG's emotional reactions and the pure joy on his face while listening to music from previous generations for the first time make him an honorary gay.

[@RogerMiller-kw7os]

Let's see reviews for Gloria Gaynor's "I Will Survive" and the Weather Girls "It's Raining Men" then we can make a determination. For now, I'd say Gay adjacent.

[@Russ_Keith]

Late to the party but I'm so enjoying this thread. Great bants. I hope Salvo sees this and enjoys it too.

[@scotmax8426]

lol aww awesome! honestly when she came out with this we all went :| wtf!? DID YE? lol and then hit the dance floor!!! lol it's just brilliant. you now really do have to start a wee journey with cher ;) soo0o0o0o many ridiculously huge songs to hear. and all of them cher lol.

[@lamusiclover2264]

They used AutuTune on this album because it was new and it was the first time it was used, so it was a novelty that worked. Nowadays it's overused and abused, as most all record companies insist that Autotune and Pitch Correction be used on so many modern artists who frankly, can't sing very well, and without these effects and corrections, would never have been able to get a record sold before 1998. Frankly, you don't even have to be able to sing anymore to songs on the charts. On records I guess it's fine, but if you were around before Autotune and enjoy going to live concerts to hear people sing, it's refreshing to hear voices that can sing in front of a live band and SING without lip-syncing. There is a big difference between a "recording artist" and a "Vocalist/Singer."

[@RavenFire4]

Welcome to Cher! You must do more of her ❤

[@richardmccarley281]

Cher is the Queen!

[@mdj-ie7rj]

I agree Salvog, autotune was great with this song, bc is was used as a voice sound effect; rather than a voice correction (which Cher definitely does not need). Listen to If I Could Turn Back Time-I promise you will love it

[@mk9803]

you are great. Keep smiling.

[@janetwhitten2781]

I've been a Cher fan since the early 70's and she's fantastic. I could name so many songs of hers to listen to. Here's one that isn't as popular but so good. HUMAN is the title and you need to check it out❤

[@heidi_d]

You are just so fun to watch! Love your reactions SalvoG!

[@JoyceBrink]

She will always be an icon!

[@timothysassanella272]

For the 41st Annual Kennedy Center Honors, Adam Lambert sang this song to Cher... and brought the house down with a melancholy version that had her crying and blowing him kisses. It's the best version, IMHO. (And no, Cher doesn't need autotune... it just happened to be a new effect the producers wanted to use).

[@paintedbird]

I agree with you about the use of auto tune on this. Obviously, Cher does not 'need' auto tune to sound good. It was being used as an effect on her voice which helped contribute to the over all sound of the song and production. This really was most peoples first time hearing that kind of effect, which is why it became known as "the Cher effect" for quite a while. Cher has a great voice and she is a pretty cool artist. She has a lot of good songs from all throughout her career.

[@killatella90]

This is Autotune done right! Unlike most Autotuned singles featuring artists who actually needed it to cover their vocal failings, Cher can actually sing and used it more to tap into the Rave vein that was bumpin at the time.

[@davidchapman2213]

The auto-tune use on this album was used for its effect. Not because Cher couldn’t hold a tune. If it were used as a crutch to correct her pitch, the effect on the vocal would have been much less evident. There are many portions of the song with higher ranges and difficulty that aren’t auto-tuned. Cher has never been accused of issues with pitch control, live or otherwise. I remember us talking about how cool the effect sounded and how awesome the song was. The whole album is fantastic. Auto-tune became an issue when studios and producers started using it to hide inadequacies of studio-made artists. It has also been widely used to perfect older music and re-released on compilations or greatest hits albums. Leave good enough alone. They were hits in their own right and for a reason.

[@kennethgustavison1812]

I love watching how much fun you have listening to music of your elders. Thanks for sharing your videos.

[@naturesounds-ib5dh]

Love and Understanding

[@RubySioux1979]

You should listen to Adam Lambert's version that he did for the Kennedy Awards to honor her. AMAZING

[@shawnklein9997]

Incredible album strongly recvonrnd dove l’amore and taking back my heart and strong enough , delve into her , one of the few artists with s top ten hit in every decade since the sixties

[@bob_._.]

"Gypsies, Tramps and Thieves" is a good one from her early solo career. For Sonny & Cher, you can't beat their iconic "I Got You, Babe"

[@deborahfannan2136]

Cher is THE BOMB!

[@skinmeister1]

If you'd like to check out some early Cher, she sang with her then husband under the name 'Sony & Cher'. The song I'd recommend is "Ive Got You Babe" ...a nice 60's banger!

[@lugnut4848]

Cher is another Deep, rabbit whole you should go down Salvo!!! 😍🥰 P.S. You must check out the movie Burlesque, with Cher and Christina Aguliar!!!!!

[@greglane8092]

Watching your reaction was so much fun. You were so into this song (it's a great song, so why shouldn't you be?). You should check out Adam Lambert's version from the Kennedy Center Honors Cher, if you haven't already. It makes you realize how well written of a song it is, PLUS his rendition is incredible.

[@nvsteveg]

Absolutely ICONIC!

[@MsBananasmel]

Absolute legend of a tune !

[@willmulligan2216]

Dude…love watching you hear music for the first time…nice seeing you dancing to this😉

[@rockerforlife194]

Hey Salvo, great choice my Man! Please react to Cher, the song, "Just like Jesse James." You. Will. Love. It! Great job Bro!

[@LeonardoQuintana]

Cher fue un ícono por derecho propio.. una diva de los 80's querida por todo el mundo. Además tenía mucho ángel. Ella no necesitaba el Autotune, lo usaba para sus efectos de voz, por lo cual era muy conocida.. era genial. Me faltó decir: TEMAZO! jaja

[@randydee60]

if i could turn back time.....save up all your tears.....like your videos sir!!!

[@raydaniel2490]

Cher is an American icon! Nobody is better.

[@scotmax8426]

:O :O :O :| this is the first time youre hearing this? oh wow lol strap in lol still to watch lol had to just show my shock! lol yes please more cher.

[@kennethroy2911]

I love this song I love Cher been watching her from the beginning of her career with sunny she does not need Auto-Tune you'll have only to listen to her other work and you'll see that

[@donmckay7742]

this was the start of the nightclubs golden era. snoop, dre, 50 cent, etc dropped mega hits for clubs. her experience, she knew how to use auto tune properly, other artist over used it. Man the 2000s nightclubs were great

[@rodb9275]

Adam Lambert does a great cover of this song, and the performance that he did, where she was being honored, was AMAZING. If you check out his version, it should be that performance.

[@davidgiles5912]

Cher has been on the DIVA train for decades. Only a few female artists have that standing - Dolly being another.

[@didi-if2vo]

❤❤❤

[@gerrimcgrath6878]

Not sure if you’ve done If I Could Turn Back Time. Another great one.

[@sailinbob11]

Fun fact : Cher was married to Greg Allman. Allman Brothers Band.

[@SWLinPHX]

Dude, Cher's catalog is five decades long, starting in 1965. She is 78 now.

[@hiko73]

Yep! CHER is the best

[@Square-ow7oq]

Please react to "Dark Lady". I'm intrigued by what you would think of it after you reacted to this

[@xanderogda7870]

I think you are the love of my life SALVOG Beautiful I love you!

[@sammybeck7794]

My favorite groups are Black Sabbath Deep Purple Iron Maiden Led Zeppelin Pink Floyd Rush Metallica Megadeth and the list goes on....oh, and I love Cher

[@rouguy1972]

Great album❤

[@juliecowen3641]

I love this .

[@fredneckteddy]

That whole album is fantastic!!!

[@StellaJean1000]

I agree!!!

[@paulastephens2968]

You should check out Marie osmond singing pie Jesu live it’s amazing plus so much of her music.

[@jfox9126]

A few music critics might’ve said there was too much auto-tune. But I can tell you nobody listened to them, because they were too busy dancing in clubs to this song. I was 23 and interning at a company in NYC. There wasn’t a single night out in a club that you didn’t hear this song and it was loved.

[@goosebump801]

I’m unclear on why Cher used AutoTune. Her voice is phenomenal on its own 👍💐

[@brianh9358]

At the time it was a novel sound. She didn't use it to make up for a weakness, but to give her voice an electronic vibe.

[@davidlionheart2438]

She didn't use it to "improve" her voice. She used it as a noticeable special effect to compliment the song.

[@goosebump801]

Interesting. Thanks for clarifying 💐