First Time Hearing The Manhattans - Kiss and Say Goodbye (Reaction!)

[@Skeeter123]

I'm 71 yrs old & my generation had "the best" music 🎶 🎵 ❤

[@samm3656]

This white boy was listening to this on the radio back in the day!! Black,white, purple or green... MEANINGLESS!! we were so spoiled with so much talent and true artists!!! Best music era ever!! Man just this to these brothers!! Top friggin shelf!! Peace!!

[@kd8199]

Same.

[@widget1005]

65 year old white UK female here - you are spot on. We were so spoilt in those days and loved the music because it was fab - nothing to do with any colour or race issues. This song is just wonderful and takes me back to better times.

[@dillodefense]

Same! Back in the day, most of us never knew what the artists looked like. We only heard them on the radio. It never mattered what the artists looked like, we only cared about the music. I was so spoiled by the amazing talent I got to listen to. I miss it today.

[@SharonBrown-yn6fz]

@@dillodefensethat’s right we would listen to the radio and we loved the song for the song . Now there is so much black music and white. Who cares. I happen to love a lot of different music styles. This is a beautiful song

[@dillodefense]

@SharonBrown-yn6fz One of my favorites. They were such an incredible group! Back in the day, music was either classical, rock, or country and nothing else really mattered. You might have found someone playing Big Band music, but not many by that time. I look back and find I am thankful I grew up on the most amazing music.

[@Fruit17-ip4vl]

The old school music never dies! I saw The Manhattans in concert 🎵 back in the day and they were so good live! Gerald Alston, one of the lead singers in the group is the truth! You would love his single “Take Me Where You Want To” on one of his solo albums! What a great group! I love when the young people appreciate music 🎶 from past eras! It keeps it alive! 😎❤️ This channel is so stinkin’ cute! 😎😎😎😎❤️❤️❤️❤️Continued love and blessings😇 to you and your channel Shon! ❤😎You would love “Crazy” by them! They have a boatload of songs and hits! 😎😎😎👍🏽👍🏽👏👏⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@birdy1964-s2n]

🇬🇧 They sure dont make music like this anymore. Timeless classic. ❤❤❤

[@scottstewart5784]

I'm 62. This means I grew up when the only way to hear music was Top 40 radio, variety TV shows, or buying the album. The last resort was making mix tapes OFF THE RADIO, and getting pisseed when the DJ talked over the beginning of your favorite song. Top 40 in the late 60s and the 70s was truly a mix. Kids today don't have that advantage - they have the advantage(?) of listening only to one genre.

[@hibhibb5429]

The struggle was real, for sure. Lol. But oh how it was worth it.

[@carefreescot]

I used to record from the radio, and of course a parent would forget to be quiet and totally ruin it. Might be a few hours before that song was played again, and you had to be ready to jump into action Happy days though

[@sylc8241]

Recommend Stylistics, "You make me feel brand new"

[@jeankwal4031]

Chi-Lites, Whispers, I got cobwebs to clean up to remember all! Shon,this is the beauty of it! I will try to remember & send more names!!! ❤

[@Slinky5729]

Absolute Banger 🔥. Thanks for reacting to this 💕

[@rickroden7666]

I'm 74 yr old woman, I am from Germany. But I thought these guys were gorgeous. Look at their hair, It looks so well kept and I loved the "natural" back then, I miss these days. It seems like people loved each other a lot more back then. They knew exactly what they were doing.

[@MaryannTurton]

These guys were SMOOTH! Us ladies loved them!💋

[@jackiekeesey5151]

I"m 82 and still love them.

[@tonydelapa1911]

You have 18 years on me. Glad you are still among us and enjoying great music!

[@stephanieholland5833]

Make that 78, and I’m with you.

[@retired4365]

Damn🤯 glad someone is keeping great music alive

[@anitawright7169]

This is so very awesome! I am 68 almost 69 and this song still gives me chills. Love your reaction!

[@johnrodrigues5974]

I love this song. I listened to it back when it came out. I’m 75 and still love to this day😍😍

[@debrablumrogers5096]

This song came out 1976 I was 18 .I Remember it was playing on every radio station around us it was #1 in USA ,and top 10 in many countries. Kiss & say goodbye ,in USA.was the only song in 1976 that #1 in ALL categories.#1 in pop, #1 in R&B,#1 singles cart ,#1 in top 100 chart .This was of the biggest hits record of all the 70s Thank you for the memories.Damn wish I was back there again🎶🎶💗Great reaction 💗

[@DENDOG.]

You a real one Sir! I watch these reaction vids to see how the young tribe reacts! And you make me hopeful for the future! Go on young Buck! Go on! ❤

[@debbicook1584]

"You make me feel brand new" The Stylistics, I'm sure you'd love it 🥰

[@kevindavis7620]

I grew up in the mid 70’s and they ended every dance with this song! Great memories, great reaction!

[@dacryptkeeper6836]

Give the ladies a listen! Try "When Will I See You Again" by The Three Degrees!!!

[@jeanniewright2554]

Boz Skaggs - Lowdown!! You’ll love him and his sound! Enjoy!!

[@maggynewtown3500]

Already done.

[@angelado3]

YES !!! have always loved this song !!

[@maggynewtown3500]

The deeper voice was Blue Lovett. The lead singer is Gerald Alston.

[@wendyt7958]

Such groove and class...love it.... You gotta check out The Stylistics. OMG...if you haven't heard then you will be floored!

[@georgeburge7136]

led zep, blue oyster cult, lynrd,, etc. on one hand. then on the other hand we had ewandf, commodores, parliament, stylistics, manhattans etc. this half white half hispanic boy just loved it all.

[@dillodefense]

Music like this was the soundtrack of my teen years. I miss the amazing Motown artists that we were privileged to listen to every day.

[@tommarks3726]

Old school. The threads, hair and the steps. lol All those feelings coming out so smoothly. Love your reactions my brother. Peace be with you. Let's not forget that Tasty bass lick goin on. lol. New groups try and dance but it's not the same. You should be in the studio Shon and show how to do it HAHA

[@DeAnne1233]

Yep, you got it immediately - both side pieces. One more meaningful dance (night) to end the affair with no misunderstandings. The pimp attire is hilarious with the smooth, enticing sound we enjoyed slow dancing to (shoulders and hips). The ladies took over that one-piece look all the way to the Bee-Hive.

[@dan56-fl8ge]

Dancing like this was a thing back in the day Gladys Knight and the pips the Temptations O jays there where all at it

[@maggynewtown3500]

This is an answer to "Me and Mrs. Jones". Billy Paul did that tune at Sigma Studio, with those magical musicians. So this tune was done the same way, with the same studio musicians. Straight up Philly!

[@MaryEllen10862]

We were very spoiled and blessed with so many great artist who had amazing talent with so many groups like the Manhattan’s, the bands and the lead singers and those of us who grew up back then know now we lived in a time when music was the best ever and I am so great full that I was there to see and hear it all. Loved your reaction.

[@mzluna313]

This song could be the sequel to Me and Mrs. Jones.

[@carla68]

Oh yes! That's another r+b to play next.

[@aircap]

I was a little white boy on the Kansas/Oklahoma border and I remember listening to this record up loud in the dark on my folks’ big old console stereo. A magical song, so beautifully produced. Classic.

[@carla68]

So weird that mtv wouldn't play any black artists at first. All of us white people loved the music too!

[@73005]

I grew up listening to music like this! It’s just awesome!

[@DariaBilowus]

Opening up the memory vault with this song.

[@55judylw]

The suaveness was the coolest!

[@tjrivers]

Iconic and romantic!

[@allenemmons1124]

So smooth

[@roydownes2458]

sad, passionate, beautiful song.

[@Regina-ll7wj]

This is true talent and REAL music… I’m so blessed I grew up with and experienced all the good music!!!

[@mariaportengen2959]

I always love this song. So romantic. And those dance staps, beautiful.

[@Lakeshore14]

Thanks so much for the great reaction to the Manhattans. This sure took me back. Would love to see your review of Boz Skaggs “Lowdown”. 👏👏🥰

[@sonnytavares2006]

Check out the Dramatics singing " In the rain ".

[@juliestogner2542]

Let's be real..... today's music does come close to this beauty, emotions and great sound.

[@jackdurkin1401]

I’m a recent subscriber and I am thoroughly enjoying your content, energy, passion and your comments. One request that I think you’ll love - two legends in their own right, but playing together Live In Amsterdam - Beth Hart and Joe Bonamassa performing I’d Rather Go Blind.

[@martalicia143]

OH MY GOD! Please go down the rabbit hole of groups like them!! There are sooo many, I grew up on "oldies" from way back to the 50s....I appreciate all your reactions :)

[@tammyhendrick8380]

I’m 55 and have lived this song forever. I crank it up and sing it. Love it.

[@tonydelapa1911]

I worked 5 years with a musician in the late 90s early 00s who holds a one-half writing credit on another smash song from the Manhattans. Shining Star, released in early 1980. He told me that one is what is known as a “house song.” I thought he meant house music, which I didn’t get. He said “No, the royalties from 1980 to 2000 more than paid for my house and a nice music studio in the basement.

[@cmholmes1067]

One of my favorite songs❤️

[@robertstoner8244]

Great great music 🎵🎶 grew up on this beautiful music 🎵🎶

[@milemarker301]

"Shining Star" :)

[@joshuacrispino6602]

They didn't have to rehearse for this. It's natural. Just fall in love with the music and flows with it. That's what we call soul baby. Just flow with it. You feel that?

[@TeresaMount-t9o]

Love this great performance! Thanks Shon

[@rakitakhan]

I miss groups like this. Check out some Stylistics !

[@sandraquinn8969]

This is a phenomenal song❤

[@UncleCharlie111x2]

Outstanding song!

[@reshaud81]

The lead singer's name is Gerald Alston. Check out some of his solo work. Take Me Where You Want To is a banger!

[@AuthorLaurieAnnSmith]

I remember this song on the radio when I was a young girl. I love R&B too!! These guys were smoooth 💖

[@larrybench6398]

Yeah man this is what music should sound like this was really easy to listen to, not like what music is today, they also have another song you should listen to called "SHINING STAR" they were a great group loved this type of music,need more of it today

[@hirammccoy4626]

The best ever!!!!!!

[@petestottsberry1133]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥❤️❤️❤️👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 YES!!!

[@dagmar.6954]

The Manhattans are great R&B vocal group who started in the 60's. Their 2 biggest hits are "Kiss & Say Goodbye" & "Shining Star". But they had other good songs such as "There's No Me Without You", "Am I Losing You", "Forever By Your Side", "Just The Lonely Talking Again" etc.

[@robynhurley5119]

I was 7 when this song was everywhere! I loved it

[@justinyates7076]

I cruised the Texas City Dike listening to this all the time. Great time and great music

[@CPACK1]

It was a big hit !

[@HelynnHeels]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@johnc1593]

Gr8. Smooth song

[@lydmarl.475]

You will definitely love Billy Paul “Me & Mrs Jones” , it is based on a real story, mind you not him once you have listen to it.

[@jollybobo6379]

Jus had to sing along with every word, including the backup vocals. Thanks

[@christianzoleo9915]

Dramatics " what you see is what you get" on Soul Train You will not be disappointed!!! 🤜🏼🤛🏾

[@mikewilder8838]

Another one by these guys that is a must-listen is Shining Star.

[@glenndavis540]

Great song,

[@bluedeuce100]

Gerald is so smooth.

[@roseoconnor5938]

Smooth eh ? Pure soul ❤

[@amysson5151]

And one of the best songs in the best genre was just played.

[@Jeffy732]

I've not heard this song in a long time shon.its timeless great soul vibe.

[@reality1958]

That sure looks like Barry White

[@rhondahandley9595]

And sounded like him too!

[@reality1958]

@@rhondahandley9595exactly. I could swear that’s a younger Barry White

[@nenelles-dancelikenobodysw8511]

But the #1 "affair song" is ME & MRS. JONES by Billy Paul! Do yourself a favour and check it out. You'll love it!

[@dacryptkeeper6836]

I pity the younger generations because they have no idea what REAL music is!

[@grateful1609]

I don't know... Shon seems to know what "real" music is, whatever that means. They're learning! And isn't it lovely that we have the technology to watch as it happens?! I'm 60, and there was a first time I heard this song too. I wish I had a video of the look on my face! Aren't we all just reliving our firsts through watching them?

[@christianzoleo9915]

Shon Please listen to the Dramatics " what you see is what you get" Another classic!!!!

[@AnthonyJolly-xb6ts]

What it do Shon? Here's two a good nice songs the 1st one is from 1987 by Alicia Itkin The song is titled: "Save A Little Love" Now the 2nd one is by The Jets titled: "The Only Dance" from 1987

[@DariaBilowus]

You need to do some Stylistics reactions, "You Make Me Feel Brand New" is one of my favourites.

[@subwaygoddess1]

I always loved this song. We all figured they were married to other people they no longer loved.

[@michellerutherford9551]

I'm a big fan of the Stylistics also!❤

[@donnakay2286]

Look up the song The Love Train I can't remember who sings it but it's definitely fits into this genre

[@kadathsmith]

Smoooooth,

[@hibhibb5429]

Brad Paisley "LITTLE MOMENTS" is a great one to react to!! The song/video is Awesome!

[@trishriley9681]

❤

[@Peggi109]

I love your reactions! Such great music. Please try to listen to Donald Byrd and The Blackbyrds - Do It Fluid and Walking in Rhythm. ✌ Hi from NYC.

[@lindamcmahan977]

Peeping your show again I just can't stay away I'm going to be 74 in a couple days and would love to see you listen to a song called ME AND MRS. JONES thanks tall dark and very good looking 😊PEACE OUT ✌️ ♥️

[@snydercatherine8211]

Wildflower by skylark is the name. Ain't no sunshine when she's gone

[@FavoriteMovieDate]

Most beautiful song about infidelity ever.

[@SK-lk3iu]

And "Me & Mrs. Jones"

[@FavoriteMovieDate]

@@SK-lk3iu I know a lot of people love that song, but for some reason I have never been as fond of Me and Mrs. Jones. Don’t know why and I know I am in the minority. I did like Whitney Houston’s Saving All My Love For You, but that’s ten years later than the first two and is less rhythm and blues.

[@kathyowens4811]

You are correct. The side piece is about to be kissed. You'll them "Good bye ". Don't look back ... 😮😢

[@AutumnBlossom-c9i]

One of my all time favorites. Possible suggested reaction "Sad Eyes" by Robert John

[@JimFlickinger]

Best break up song ever.....

[@andreaschmall5560]

Anything by Tavares and "Oh What a Night" by The Dells.

[@4yules]

soul...try tavares "heaven must be missin an angel" lou rawls "you'll never find " spinners "rubberband man"

[@cmholmes1067]

I love their song Shining Star, I hope you react to it!

[@danfreeman5301]

Just the Two of Us...Grover Washington jr......thank me later😂

[@appledoreman]

Great reaction. You'll now get recommended lots of similar stuff but won't go far wrong if you choose the equally soulful 'How 'bout us' by Champaign, from 1981. There's a KZbin version available featuring a superb video which I'm sure you'll enjoy.

[@walk2lite]

Hi I know this might not be a request that u might do or maybe not do but I really want you to hear it it is native but done all in English I think it might be one u will actually love it is a true mean full song it's from robbie Romero song call the prayer song

[@sharonspencer2796]

There are three songs I hope you will get a chance to react to the singing group En Vogue because the styles of music are different. Hold On, Free Your Mind, and Giving Him something He can Feel.

[@nicolegoehr5618]

😮oo💋Say goodbye