Phil Collins - In The Air Tonight (LIVE) | THIS IS CRAZY!

[@susanf7067]

It’s not a song, it’s a whole experience ❤

[@tiffymcconkey]

Phil Collins was a drummer long before a lead singer😂

[@trogdor1977]

This musical performances was a spiritual experience

[@grahamwalker6395]

I'm a 60 year old guy from the UK and I just love watching people younger than me discovering when artists and music from my youth were real!

[@debiw8599]

I'm 45, but I feel the same. One of my favorite things is watching people watch Phil Collins live who never knew he was a drummer. There's always a moment of "wait...what?! Am I in the Twilight Zone?" that is absolutely priceless. I'm kind of in that sweet spot with Phil's music where I loved it as a kid as he was releasing it, but was also young enough to miss the divorce shenanigans.

[@gingermckee1811]

Totally here with you, friend 🥰. Makes me deliriously happy to see young ones experiencing the joy of our music from the 70s/80s. So sweet, this guy getting so emotional 🩶🩶🩶🩶

[@amandaparkeradams7965]

51 and loving it. Music I got ridiculed for liking in high school (BeeGees) is being rediscovered by folks in their 20’s.

[@dennisroman1171]

So much English talent is bonkers. The Live Aide ‘85 was amazing.

[@oldtimer7635]

I am with you. : )

[@vapatsfan6174]

Best part is watching folks who didn't know Phil was a genius drummer. Love it.

[@tonyascales5527]

Phil's timing on sitting down at the drums exactly on que was fantastic....JAW DROPPER!

[@GloriaPetersen-t2p]

He is and will always be the best , brilliant

[@kathrynkissane5144]

He literally took control of the ATMOSPHERE

[@royguidry1311]

The day Phil Collins became the coolest man on earth.

[@ginahamlyn2569]

Yes and that's how it's done. The one and only, the great Phil Collins.

[@MsShoosh1]

This is rock and roll. Full stop. No fireworks, no dancers, no twerking. Pure talent. And, this is live. And the thing about rock and roll, the groups sound the same live, in concert, as they do on the records. Phil Collins is a master! And, he is a pretty nice guy, true rockers do not take the adulations that seriously. There is no rock anymore. times change, of course. But the genre has pretty much gone by the wayside. Not surprising, music does evolve. But, I like that younger gens are willing to listen to music outside their comfort zone, and finding out, hey! Old guys were pretty good!

[@myst0dreamer]

I'm old enough to remember when live performances just didn't measure up to the studio versions. That started changing in the mid-70's in my personal opinion. Of course people went to live concerts anyway for the vibe as well.

[@tanyafield277]

Yes. Yes. YES!!!

[@tellyfaulkner3466]

@@myst0dreamer Yes, I saw Icehouse live in Brisbane (Oz) at Expo 88. I thought they sounded terrible compared to their studio albums. On the other hand, I also saw Joe Cocker there and he sounded great live.

[@danieltynan5301]

Pure song writing, singing and druming......

[@raefarnsworth4278]

I lived in the most amazing generation.

[@richersonkate]

Yes!!!🎉

[@subiesojourner777]

Yep, I graduated HS in 1974.

[@phoenixrising427]

rock on

[@joshuacoldwater]

Calm down boomer

[@richersonkate]

@@joshuacoldwater thanks Josh! You can get back to your life in your parents basement and pontificate to your hand now! Peace and Love!

[@mimirussell6355]

One of the best drummers ever and an amazing vocalist. I've been a fan for many years.

[@maryjennings4913]

I never get tired of seeing reactions to this performance!! It's so much fun to sit back, relax, and watch others enjoy the ride for the first time!!!

[@dorothystorry1733]

I watch this again and again and again, it never gets old.

[@debbieriddle9429]

I watch it almost every day. Love it.

[@nikkinicol78]

Imagine being one of the greatest drummers ever and accidentally finding out you're also one of the greatest singers ever

[@brendasmith9429]

Yes!!!!

[@mihaimastacaneanu8505]

And composer also...

[@mariongeisendorf9518]

So tru 💟

[@JohnnyPerth]

Um

[@nikkinicol78]

@@JohnnyPerth um what? Do you have anything intelligent to add to the conversation?

[@vidarCRC]

That's such a Boss moment in the history of live music!

[@lindakoschwitz7370]

Symphonic...beautiful and Phil's voice..WOW!

[@jackienaylor7205]

I'm 70 & I love watching the younger generation discover music I have loved & listened to for years. I always find myself talking to the screen,sharing what I know about an artist or band. Thr look on your face when Phil starts to play drums is priceless.

[@deenaminyard3788]

Best drum drop in music history.

[@mikethurman3147]

There is an entire KZbin industry dedicated to reactions to this single performance. It's that good. I really like your take.

[@ptxaholic]

It's a whole production right? It's actually one of the best live performances in the history of ever IMHO. He's a classic gem.

[@margaretstutts4362]

Yes. Most don’t know he’s the drummer.

[@rickwelch8464]

Pink Floyd at Pulse enters the chat...

[@karendavis2668]

This is a great example of an amazing live performance 💖🦋

[@rk41gator]

@@rickwelch8464 Pink Floyd is up there.

[@tompickles9798]

I concur

[@joe_____8482]

Wow ,what happened to music? These bands created, musical history. Glad to have been part of it!!! Wow, WOW, WOW.

[@benigestal]

Nobody knows,but my sons says that I listen prehistoric music....

[@timhmetal3499]

Guessing you didn't know Phil is one of the greatest drummers in rock history.....then he went on to sing.

[@sheilaferren9134]

oh, yea!!!

[@NativeNYerChicHK]

I LOVE to see the face of people as they discover this fact 🤣♥️🥁

[@tarjatuhkanen7094]

Sadly he had to stop from playing drums professionally due to health issues.

[@lynnhamps7052]

I'm old and saw Phil live when he still played drums for Genesis and Peter Gabriel was lead singer....his energy level then was superb but even as the years passed he could still pull this performance out of the bag..classic!...So many amazing British music Legends..makes me proud ....lol

[@theguy3037]

I was lucky enough to see him live when I was a kid…my dad took my brothers and I…still remember the light show involved….we were mesmerized and my dad got a night out ha ha

[@karenlehn2351]

I’m 74 yrs. Old / absolutely my favorite song EVER!

[@TheSGEllie]

It's funny how the people forget that drums are Phill Collins' first specialty.

[@joannholmes8726]

I was busy working in the bush in Alaska and had a couple babies, This song at this Concert is a wonderful thing.

[@dracogirl33]

It’s the same for me when people say “ Prince can play guitar!”

[@lynnc5252]

The building electricity before the drums. Perfection

[@michellelehoux5729]

Welcome to my childhood. Music will never be the same. 😊

[@stefansagerrighetti7987]

This is by far the best performance I have seen take place on a stage! He is amazing and the build up is just intoxicating. Out of this world. 🙌❤️

[@oldtimer7635]

It's about the whole set up, but obviously without that amazing song.....

[@StormChaserMommaG]

Phil is the GOAT! You have to take into consideration the eras when the music is made too.

[@70sruleforever37]

The longer I live the MORE grateful I am for having lived thru the greatest musical era of all time. Young ones, this is our gift to you. Embrace it. LEARN. FROM. IT.

[@barbaracarragher7012]

Phil Colin’s is just plain awesome!!!! Love him.

[@RT22-pb2pp]

When he hits the drums it is all over

[@lindasokolowski8506]

We had the Best music back in the 70’s- 80’s❤

[@JudithHowell-qz3iv]

amen

[@DavidSmith-ez4pk]

"Where's he going", to blow your mind. Absolutely the best live performance period.

[@tigioma3761]

The most amazingly placed drum fill in the history of drum fills IMHO....🥁

[@alfamily586]

Everyone has the same experience watching this for the first time. You'll never get tired of seeing this no matter how many times you watch it. Phil is a Legend!

[@FLmickey90]

Agreed! I've lost count at how many times I've watched this version! I've also watched another version where his son is playing and he does an amazing job as well!!

[@sunnystormy4973]

-definetly !-

[@hudster80]

Yep!

[@scousemouse9715]

I'm 56 and still being blown away by it. My teenage children love it too.

[@React2This]

Agreed. I loved the studio version of this song but watching him casually stroll to the drums to arrive at precisely the correct moment, takes my breath away. Every. Time.

[@youngthing12]

Simply Stunning! Grew up listening to Phil Best time ever ❤👍🏻🤩🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@peterthompson8014]

One of the greatest drummers of all time

[@juliemanarin4127]

He was a great drummer...and could sing!

[@Butterflies-are-free]

A pure genius ❤️

[@davegill7614]

Very close between him and Roger​@@juliemanarin4127

[@RebeccaShanks]

It was a pleasure witnessing someone enjoying the power of this music for the first time. Thanks for sharing.

[@Albatross-365]

Vocal coaches have listened to him singing whilst playing the drums and aren't sure how he does it flawlessly. That's how great he is

[@rab-cnesbit4181]

Old school perfection just as George Michael was flawless vocally.

[@mariageo199]

He is a musical genius

[@mimirussell6355]

Didn't know that but when he was with Genesis he played and sang so it is what he has always done.

[@debiw8599]

Giving all due credit to Phil, he has had 40-something years to practice. Though, at the time of this performance, he'd "only" had 20 years of practice.

[@MrTorgueHighFiveFlexington]

Pure muscle memory. Notice how he doesn’t even have his eyes open while playing the drums. He’s done it so many times he just knows

[@mommaboombam3764]

Phil Collins has always amazed me. He is a very talented person no doubt. One of the greats in history, a true legend in my opinion.

[@behindenemylines9033]

This is known as one of the best LIVE performances...ever

[@ricsim78]

One of? So far it is THE best live performance, ever!

[@justchilling177]

I've watched hundreds of live performances by masterful musicians and bands but this one is just .... THE BEST

[@nebojsa1976]

@@justchilling177 Hmm, Freddy performance at Wembley was good too. Very very good. Even close to this one.

[@cb5156]

I know this was a year ago, but this is the BEST reaction of this song I have seen. I so enjoyed seeing you enjoy it. Thank you.

[@jules3048]

This is by far the best version of this song I’ve ever heard. And I love how the introduction was allowed to marinate for a while.

[@scousemouse9715]

Marinade is a great word in this song.

[@lensangster6411]

I have never cried so much over a performance than this one! ICONIC! Took me back to 1982 and flooded me with memories. UNBELIEVAB:LE PERFORMANCE

[@marcyjordan5439]

This performance gives me chills!! When he sits downs and starts playing the drums, it's one of the best moments in Rock and Roll (my opinion)

[@utha2665]

Yeah, just when you think it can't get any better, he gets on the drums. It's certainly up there with my top five favorite live performances.

[@robinreganoconnell4697]

How he can sing "life" 25 times in a row without a breath is mindblowing and continues to sing and play!!!!!!

[@fayesouthall6604]

It’s wildly brilliant

[@oldtimer7635]

I would say...in the history of the music in general.

[@KingJohnson1985]

not just in Rock n Roll, but in all of music!

[@brendanfromireland]

That performance is exceptional. All the parts are done in the best possible way for a live performance. The musicians Phil had onstage with him are top top class, they hit all of their marks flawlessly.

[@Jay-Leigh]

And that’s how our old British boys do it. Phil Collins we love him in the U.K. ❤ So glad you enjoyed this and it moved you 😊

[@kevinkeys3578]

Explore the music and artists of the 60's, 70's, 80's - amazing talent was common!

[@rhondasmith4272]

Goose bumps! Unbelievable!❤ from 🇨🇦

[@UKCougar]

Collins was a drummer before he was a frontman. You can smell it in the crowd as he gets to the kit, they know what's about to happen.

[@crustycooter7488]

PHIL is a MASTER Musician..MASTER

[@annedunne4526]

We were so lucky to have such great music as we were growing up. Phil Collins was such a gem.

[@TanjaHermann]

Yes, and at concerts we actually watched the stage and not our phones!

[@LeTrashPanda]

I always felt like a needed a cigarette after that song, lol. Reminds me of my high school sweetheart.

[@oldtimer7635]

I believe still is?

[@annedunne4526]

@@oldtimer7635 I heard he's not well and can't play any more.

[@oldtimer7635]

@@annedunne4526 Yes but he's alive!

[@rjmidwest6911]

The live version always makes me a little emotional. It's a relatively simple song but it's just done so good and with so much emotion. He's one of my biggest influences when it comes to drumming.

[@cindipossidento5688]

Me too !!! I was crying ……. Music hits me that way ……. EPIC 💥

[@betsymarin7932]

It's about his divorce

[@jivebunny3765]

It's harsh to say the album version isn't very good because it's of its time, but compared to how Phil did it live here, it just isn't.

[@rjmidwest6911]

@@jivebunny3765 didn't say the album version wasn't good, I just like the live version better.

[@jivebunny3765]

Sorry, I expressed myself badly. I was thinking to myself at the time the studio version isn't a patch on this live performance, and was using that thought as a comparison to say how good he does it live. If that makes sense.

[@Brisbane2024]

Best drummer and Singer in one person I ever saw!!!

[@jasonmeadows712]

Every sound you hear in this song is calculated to perfection and intentional. Every note you hear is needed. A lot of modern music lacks the artistry it takes to create a legendary performance like this.

[@kimbeauxs]

Amen to that for sure!

[@rayaqueen9657]

This!

[@rayaqueen9657]

It's even got mad robot singing which is a thing that by rights should be awkward and lame but it's so perfect here that it's spine tingling and powerful and somehow full of rage and raw.

[@jasonmeadows712]

​@@rayaqueen9657it's actually called a vocoder which was controlled by the guy on the keyboard.

[@martinwilliams3321]

The music builds as the story builds

[@granttaylor8179]

This song was perfect for Miami Vice!! Once of the best uses of a song in a TV show. You forgot Phil was also a actor.

[@sarcasticbimbo1420]

That was such a MOOD.

[@marlo9380]

I had to laugh when you asked where's he going 😂😂 HIS DRUM SET!!!!!❤❤❤❤

[@aprilchapman2758]

He is a legend! I don't know if anyone knows what it takes to drum and hold a note without a break in a note ( it's mind blowing) . He builds up the audience, holds them , keeps them there , and blows their minds with music that was beautiful.

[@jimmysalford8415]

Check out the Eagle’s Hotel California live.

[@personalcheeses8073]

@@jimmysalford8415 Yes we know

[@clairedaly9344]

❤❤ He has such a bad back and I met him.

[@robinreganoconnell4697]

Amen sister!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@sukioki6983]

Lets not forget about Karen Carpenter. Ya different style of music but she sang flawlessly while on drums

[@withalohatara]

Yes!!! He is the bomb!!! Phil Collins Has his own ways n unique voice I’m 56 and I still get goose bumps when I hear this song!😃🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻♥️

[@cazn3757]

The one and only Phil Collins the greatest musician on this planet

[@lindastodola691]

It’s like nite and day!! Phil is iconic-yes Sir- takes your head and smashes it- this was an all out eargasm- dear Mr. Collins

[@christineparmley2096]

Being over 68 year old disabled Physical Therapist and a Hard Cord Core Rock n Roll Junkie.....THANK YOU. My love of recordings in the form of Vinyl is now going to my grandchildren!

[@denisejudd5832]

Never be another Phil Collins, most iconic Drummer and singer of all time, love these reaction videos, when that beat drops and the EYES 👀

[@kerwynbrat5771]

Everyone needs to remember just how many years ago this performance was now. This was so cutting edge, there was no edge. Phil Collins is one of the best drummers in history.

[@utha2665]

That's called the bleeding edge, yeah, truly amazing.

[@miket5763]

The Best live performance you will ever see FANTASTIC

[@nikkig3206]

You are like "where is he going?" All I could think was "he is about to be a badass." He is insanly awesome.

[@leannesmith1372]

It was too good to find words great enough to describe that performance. Goosebumps all over. One of my biggest regrets never seeing him live. 😢

[@jholmes880]

The MAN the MYTH the LEGEND that is Phil Collins

[@dawnasuttton]

PHIL IS AND ALWAYS WILL BE ONE OF THE BEST. I LOVE TO HEAR HIM SING BUT I ALSO LOVE TO WATCH HIM PLAY THE DRUMS. HE IS JUST ONE VERY TALENTED MAN.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@darrenmiller6927]

Genesis. Super talented, super creative people. Mike Rutherford, Phil Collins, Peter Gabriel.......

[@johnlove7224]

Phil has huge history. He is a rock n’ roller!

[@nighthawkde4522]

This has got to be one of, if not THE best live versions of this song ever. I remember seeing him on this tour and it brought chills. He’s that amazing.

[@kaseykat1]

This is why he’s a legend.

[@paulstewart6203]

The greatest left-handed drum intro in rock.

[@jamesengelkes4837]

I saw them on this tour...I will never forget it. Thanks Phil. When he sat down behind the drums it WAS crazy

[@yayakelley7771]

The reason Phil Collins owns the stage like a boss is because he’s been on stages in the West End of London since he was a child. I’ve seen him live several times in Kalamazoo and Grand Rapids MI. Once with Genesis, once with Robert Plant (he drummed for him) and a couple times solo.

[@geoffreytonkinson1240]

The very best of British music ❤

[@michaelbriefs9764]

Quite simply, that is the MAGIC THAT PHIL BRINGS!! Phil Collins has been in entertainment since he was a kid (as a child actor, playing in West End plays like Oliver Twist. He was also an extra in the Beatles "A Hard Day's Night" film). He joined Genesis as drummer and background vocals in 1970 and became their lead singer/drummer in 1976. Phil's career has been nothing short of EPIC! He's one of my favorite drummers and Lead singers of all time!

[@Bunny99s]

His drumming in Brand X is also just amazing. Brand X was a Jazz fusion band. Here's an old recording from 1979. Horrible video and audio quality, but still amazing: XauOTo-BKSY Most people also don't know that Phil had his own big band, the Phil Collins Big Band. Of course he's on the drums as well: R9eQkTJZlNk

[@florencemiller7826]

Mine too, the other is Robert plant from led Zeppelin two of the very greatest singers and the longest

[@R1ch4rd74]

another day in paradise by Phil Collins is really great too.

[@debbiefannan5357]

He is menacingly dominating in his performance

[@sandyczarnetzke7141]

This performance by Phil Collins is epic. My opinion is there is nothing that could have made this song any better. A phenominal drummer. ❤❤❤

[@rubynelson8274]

Now you know why the man is a LEGEND!

[@cheripatrick4192]

I loved your reaction to Phil Collins! I am a kid of the 80’s and this was certainly an anthem of my generation. He is an amazing drummer and put out some truly great music on his own and with genesis! This performance in particular is stellar! Nice to see someone your age really appreciate and really get how outstanding this was. He just killed it.

[@sarahrose1665]

I'm 76 yrs old and I still have that thrill of "...WHAT JUST HAPPENED"...like you're hearing it for the first time all over again 💥💥 🙋🌹GA USA 🇺🇸✌️

[@Titokhan2]

ah, the magic of You Tube.. im getting such enjoyment watching another generation experience the music that helped mold my musical taste..

[@markkaupas8921]

Grew up listening to him and this right here proves why. The man is a living legend!

[@jsprite123]

Biggest drum drop in music history!

[@penelopehornswaggle102]

I feel like we were spoiled by all the great music and live shows like this one. It was just normal to me. Now it's amazing to me.😊

[@xcalybur75]

One of the best live performances in history! Prove me wrong.

[@darrenjones5885]

The song tells the tale of the ending of a marriage. Tension builds, explodes, and abruptly ends. Very cleverly constructed as well as being a fantastic performance.

[@RogerTuffin-d2h]

Wrong

[@fluffydeath9252]

@@RogerTuffin-d2h SInce he admits he wrote it during the end of his marriage and the end of his marriage was very much on his mind when he wrote, it's pretty much spot on.

[@jodij6280]

​@@RogerTuffin-d2hHe talked about it in a tv interview.

[@quemalcy]

your jaw dropped for a while when he started singing ... awsome

[@helenmcnulty7228]

Now that sums up 80s music. Welcome to real talent, Phil was at the heart of 80s music. ENJOY

[@CarniBarbie]

I love how music draws emotion out of people. It was just as enjoyable watching your reaction as it was watching the video.

[@MsAlit90]

I absolutely love watching people seeing this for the first time and realising what a great singer and drumming genius our Phil is ❤❤

[@timothygravelle1674]

this is the most powerful performances I have ever heard my only regret in life is not seeing him in concert

[@meriannestoneback7436]

Mine too

[@kerryblackburn7850]

anything performed by Collins, just watch it live. his vocal performances are incredible. his live performances in the 80's were something else.

[@donnahogan5522]

The best musicians that ever lived!!

[@rk41gator]

His drumming with Genesis is on another level......another planet! Sublime.