Simply Red - 'Holding Back the Years' Reaction! I'll Keeeep Holding On! Mick's Voice is Magical!

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"Holding Back the Years" is a soul song by Simply Red, released in 1985 on their debut album Picture Book. It became one of their biggest hits and is known for its emotional lyrics and Mick Hucknall's soulful vocals. The song reflects on themes of nostalgia, regret, and the passage of time. It's considered a classic of its genre and has been covered by various artists over the years.

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[@gone2bch]

He wrote this song when he was in his mid teens about his mother who abandoned him when he was a baby. He was holding on to the wishes of meeting her and getting a love he never received

[@letitbesummer6536]

And he never did. He met with her once or something She turned out to be a real piece of work 😳 😡

[@lilpoohbear653]

@@letitbesummer6536 sad

[@ceciliajones7816]

@@letitbesummer6536she tried to scam him . I believe she told she had cancer to get close to him. Just sad a parent can do that to their child.

[@daleross9001]

Never new ❤ its not the same because the world loves ya. Need your mother

[@randallmays5463]

This comment is peeling onions in my vicinity.

[@mredible475]

Try Simply Red - If You Don't Know Me By Now...crazy vocals 🔥

[@brendaclark8344]

It is a cover from original Harold Melvin and the Blue Notes. A very excellent cover!!

[@saintsataniko2116]

Not just a redhead, he's the ginger Otis Redding (for a couple of songs anyway). Voice as smooth as honey dipped in molasses.

[@janleonard3101]

I heard Smokey Robinson was his idol. I think you can hear that in his voice.

[@happymethehappyone8300]

An often overlooked/forgotten MUST HEAR Classic,, Simply Red "Money's Too Tight To Mention" (Official Music Video A MUST!!)

[@russelljarvis7468]

A cover but good one nonetheless

[@vernonallen3370]

Their fourth album Stars was immense it went multiple platinum all over the world , with about four or five singles released from it,

[@joehaller5155]

his name is Mick Hucnell and he has Many Great performances.

[@Pablo_sanz359]

They are HUGE in UK and Europe with many hits. You really should check out their live videos. They KILL.

[@eviekelpie1]

And here in Australia!

[@jimmygrieves2909]

This still sends a shiver right down my spine 40 years on ! Simply gorgeous !

[@joeevett9007]

He sounds just as good today, the vocal talent is insane.

[@davidjudd951]

He actually sounds better today. His voice has turned a little raspier, but he still hits that beautiful high note.

[@maha77]

This song brings me to tears

[@barnowl.]

I love Simply Red's performance of 'Stars' before a Russian audience when he was older. Magic !

[@direnova6284]

He wrote this song when he was a kid, amazing.

[@karenpowell6063]

This guy can really really sing ! Amazing performer as well . He's an Irish / English guy who is also a fabulous song writer 🔥🔥❤️

[@timfedroff1359]

There is so much more Simply Red you need to explore. Nobody does. Be the first, they have awesome musicians and have some really smooth stuff.

[@chicagocubs71]

Ollie made me laugh, he said he knew Dionne Warwick from the Psychic network. That shit brought memories.

[@manueldumont3709]

Scots-Irish always Gots SOUL .

[@Ray_____]

Easy, you might offend the people who feel the need to specify his race by saying it's "blue eyed" soul. 🙄

[@manueldumont3709]

@@Ray_____ Gots-yah . But Truth(needs tah)

[@michaelfcooper5561]

You have hear Money Too Tight, soul to the max.

[@YoreHistory]

Corey's beard alone is all the epic this video needs :) Great song!

[@thisisitreactions]

Thanks YoreHistory. 🙂👍🏿 Appreciate it. -- Corey Roy

[@lamusiclover2264]

Probably the best male blue-eyed soul singer you will ever hear!!! He does mostly originals, but a lot of incredible classic R&B covers. He is not a one-hit-wonder....he has several US hits, but her doesn't tour as much as he does in the UK, Europe and Australia. I saw him live in Los Angeles and it was one of the best shows I've ever seen. There are many live performances on KZbin of him. His nickname is "Red" and his real name is Mick Hucknall. He is amazing.

[@raulcastro925]

Apparently so.

[@pluckinmageetar]

Amazing? Yes. Best blue eyed soul singer? Naw... Marc Broussard, Bobby Caldwell, Michael McDonald, Van Morrison, Bob Seger, Daryl Hall, Righteous Bros, George Michael, Amy Winehouse,...IMO, all better.

[@lamusiclover2264]

@@pluckinmageetar I love all those guys a lot, but I still think he's better than most of them except for Daryl Hall.

[@joelspaulding5964]

​@@lamusiclover2264Yeah...NO.

[@lamusiclover2264]

@@joelspaulding5964 you're entitled to your own opinion. How much simply Red have you listened to? How many live performances have you seen of him? Just curious.

[@tonidarcy5515]

There's nothing more relaxing then with some great Simply Red soothing music 🎵 on a Sunday night !!! ❤️ Thanks 👍❤❤

[@edwardcapobianco2975]

This bro can sing! Great song summer of 86. Fire!

[@26shedan]

Corey, just remember it is your wisdom that makes some people think you are older!!

[@Bri_g3]

I thought it was the beard

[@mjm5081]

Loved this song for nearly 40 years! It's one of those rare songs that every time I hear it it's like the first time. Pure magic!!! ✌❤🎶

[@ian8241]

They had a massive number of hits, very popular band back in the day.

[@danconroy8293]

You dudes ain't old,your experienced! I'm 66 and my minds 21 but my body is 90. Still rocking !

[@chrissymoss514]

You're my twin!!!

[@airun130]

As a teen, liked the song. As an adult, love and appreciate it

[@chicagocubs71]

Fellas, the first time I heard Simpy Red's Holding Back The Tears was an episode of Miami Vice. Miami Vice used MTV music to play on their shows. Soulful Cat!!!

[@angelaregan475]

The most charismatic and talented singer

[@coltaine503]

For a another great singer, this one from Ireland, give Van Morrison's "Into the Mystic" a try. A song than I can truly say can be truly transformative.

[@sharonmccutcheon9034]

Van Morrison is the man - his catalogue is deep, deep, deep.

[@emmae4602]

That’s my favourite Van Morrison song ❤

[@JR-tr1df]

buried wife, family, friends. thank God I lived it, wish I could hold onto it but is what is. Hope to see them all again (got some apologizin' to do, straight up included)

[@kierstenridgway4634]

I keep holding on. Damn. ❤️❤️❤️✌️

[@bbox5938]

This was really great! Simply Red's sound is so classy. Those scenes of castles in Ireland were awesome. You guys mentioned Dion Warwick songs and Luther Vandross, that was very cool to find out. I remember hearing that Barry Gibb from the Bee Gees wrote the song "Heart Breaker" specifically for her. She turned it down a few times, having already recorded "Walk On By". She didn't want her image to appear to be too sad and gloomy. She later changed her mind and decided to record it, it was a Big hit for her. Much love to you guys. Love your channel.

[@maha77]

*Simply Red* - *_You've Got It_* amazing song

[@wozzab9136]

Video filmed in Whitby on the Yorkshire coast. Lovely seaside town - fantastic fish & chips!

[@kellyreiterman]

I interned at a radio station in San Francisco in college and I got to see this band and meet them when they toured with this album. They were phenomenal and very nice. Hit their song "Money's Too Tight (to Mention)" for more funkiness. Mick Hucknall's voice definitely has that blue-eyed soul vibe going on.

[@HelenA-fd8vl]

I remember they played this in an episode of Only Fools and Horses, when Rodney got married, and Del Boy got tearful.

[@thereverendepi_gee565]

Stars was a massive hit, but Picture Book is one of the most amazing albums, my favorite of 1985, maybe? My most listened to of that year, for sure. I was 12 when it came out.. bought it on cassette tape.. repeat rewind, all year long..

[@beverlywest7627]

If you liked this, check out Simply Red. LIVE at Stafford, it is an entire concert, this song is on there, but check the first 10 minutes, the opening, it is so great, Mick is famous worldwide, is nearly 70 years old today and still playing concerts. He is very soulful, and no one can sing better, he is an amazing LIVE performer.

[@theskydivingpickle]

Perfectly representative of a MELANCHOLY SONG.

[@richardconnolly4835]

Some call it blue-eyed soul. To me, soul is music which touches your very core and moves you emotionally. Saw them live in Toronto and they were excellent. The have a deep catalogue - Money's Too Tight to Mention.

[@amosglitterz2649]

Another of their hits was 'Money's too Tight to Mention'. Up tempo funky jam.

[@debrablumrogers5096]

Simply Red is ABSOLUTE PERFECTION 🎵🎶🎶You gotta check out a cover he does " If you don't know me by now"absolute fire.🔥Great reactions 💗

[@barnowl.]

I agree. It's a beautiful heart-wrenching feel of a song.

[@cliftonparago4547]

They also have a hit called "Stars"

[@bradjbourgeois73]

Great song! Brings me back to my childhood in an instant!

[@patriciawilliams3735]

Beautiful voice I love his version of you make me feel brand new

[@knox123]

Thank you for all your reactions. I really appreciate them. No, this is not Simply Red's only hit. They have a great catalog.

[@eviekelpie1]

Mick Hucknell, lead singer is still doing concerts, including with a symphony orchestra . Still popular as ever and a very nice guy Please react to, Money's too tight to mention Fairground Stars New flame Recent live performances are welcomed!

[@sabinasabina2010]

It is a group- please do not forget that, all band members are playing characters in this video. Check out their first single Money Too Tight To Mention. So relevant today in the UK.

[@grethe1956]

Simply Red had several hits in the eighties.

[@SD-it9ne]

He has an incredible voice. You have to check out one of his live performances. It'll blow you away!

[@sandrahutto]

Oh no no no no, Simply Red has many wonderful albums to dive into. This song comes from their first album, Picture Book. Not a bad song on the whole album, but my favorite from that album is "Sad Old Red". It's a smooth jazzy riff. Definitely worth checking out.

[@dawnyoung8]

I love this song . His voice is so amazing ! He hits that note !

[@mlb235nyc]

Simply Red had at least 10 songs in the UK Top 10. "Holding Back the Years" didn't win the GRAMMY, but it did win ASCAP Pop Music Awards for Most Performed Song, which is pretty cool.

[@theskydivingpickle]

All before 1990 is where the real music is

[@wilcanales4251]

Love Simply Red!

[@billwhale]

Guys I encourage you to please go back and listen to their catalogue, they have some of the most soulful albums youwill hear,

[@RichardCross-cv4sd]

I really appreciate how you guys feature the video instead of dominating the song. Much thanks from an old Retired teacher. If you want some Atlanta Funk, try Mother’s Finest… “Baby Love” thank you!!!

[@kevinsievert4531]

Lots of wonderful songs. Well worth some time diving into more.

[@dylanblue2271]

Simply Red have loads of good songs. Check them out. Money's Too Tight to Mention is fantastic (you would love it!), Fairground is good, Stars is good....loads more.

[@Festus171]

Only a few hits in the US, but they were much bigger in the UK.

[@auto98]

Overall yes, though it is interesting that they have more No 1's in the US than the UK

[@josephmichelli2441]

I'm an 80's kid which means i'm 50 and this was n still is one of my favorite songs. I'm a NY kid Hip Hop was all my stuff then, but thank u to MTV and all the videos and different music, or i would not know any other great music from around the world growing up.

[@jhamler1]

Simply Red has a jam called RED BOX that I love for some reason. Deep Cut, for sure, but cool af.

[@timtravasos2742]

Love your appreciation of great music. Cool guys.

[@LoganPEade]

I'm with ya Corey Ray, we're brothers from another mother we know great music when we hear it! 👍

[@jha6783]

I was watching people reacting to this song and alot of them thought that he (Mick Hucknal) was a black man because of his soul voice. But he was a totaly white irish guy with red hair. One thing is clear he is a fxxxxxx good singer. I saw him live in Germany Würzbug twice and I have to tell you guys he can sing. He was at least as good as on the album. This was realy super good.

[@user-ls4uk3ds4y]

Oh my Lord, I forgot how much I loved loved this song! I got internal goose bumps hearing this song and I don’t care if he has red, white, pink or black soul? This Ginger Guy “Simply Got it.” He tore at my heart strings. Bless you. 💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@jerryclark1903]

LOL, two old guys and the young guy. Love you guys!

[@Johnny_Socko]

This track is an all-time classic, I will never get tired of it. I loved your conversation about aging, but for real, one of the things I like about your channel is seeing people around my age holding it down on KZbin. That means a lot. And Olli, I hope you appreciate your good genes!

[@timbeatty8411]

I grew up in the seventies and I loved randb, metal, and hip hop but this is one of my favorite songs ever. No matter your age but it hits a little harder at my age lol. Great reaction.

[@bertusvanhal8855]

He had several top 10 hits all over the world, yes … “If You Don’t Know Me By Now” from him is legendary, before every time he sing it, he thanks “the Late Teddy Pendergrass” for the Song., Please ….listen to his version.

[@nigelturner3251]

Mike is one very talented man. Fun fact, I once had dinner with him at Manchester Town Hall.

[@annephillips8494]

One of the best Bands of the 90's .You would love them Something Got Me Started, New Flame, so many. Many children gere today because of their songs....😊💌

[@marvinmurakami8828]

Mick Hucknall's an incredible singer. Their live concerts on dvd are must haves. He's backed by superb musicians and background singers.

[@llkeithh]

Fantastic song. I was a teen in the 80s - born 1970, and I remember this song getting a lot of airplay. Gives me the chills. But they didn't really have many hits that I can remember, other than that cover you mentioned. And I know what you guys are talking about with the age thing - it's the grays, which I'm fighting, too. My hair is more salt than pepper these days. Also, go Os!

[@lizanneleonard8191]

Simply red was massive, a national treasure here in the uk Mick, and the boys are so talented.

[@Andreaod73]

This was played at my dads funeral 😢 He loved Simply Red, and its definitely not their first song, please react to ‘if you don’t know me by now’ x

[@yeovil07]

Also had a hit with moneys to tight to mention, in my opinion was his best.

[@JustMeThinkingAloud]

One of their songs that’s another favorite of mine is “So Not Over You”.

[@colingoode3702]

Mick is still performing & sounds exactly the same all these years later. Fabulous performer & band. Check out some of his later live performances of this & other SR songs.

[@danconroy8293]

Listen to their concert film at the Sydney Opera House. They tear it up!

[@TracyVoD]

Hi Guys. Thanks for another great video/reaction. Another good Simply Red song to check out (they have a few) is "Money's too tight to mention". As for Dione Warwick - I love her, just a few of her songs you might want to check out are: Heartbreaker, Walk on by, Do you know the way to San Jose?, I'll never fall in love again and I'll never love this way again.

[@PeteBaylis-pe2lw]

THIS IS MY REACTION FAMILY.😎 WHAT'S GOOD Jamel_AKA_Jamal👍😊 I'M GLAD THAT YOU ALL GOT TO THIS RECORD AND THIS GROUP. THIS IS STILL MY JAM! I HEARD THIS SONG FOR THE FIRST TIME LISTENING TO ONE OF MY EASY LISTENING STATIONS WHO FEATURED A LOT OF POP AND ROCK. AND SINCE THE FIRST TIME I HEARD IT....AND IT'S BEEN IN THE FLOW OF MY SOUNDTRACKS EVER SINCE. I VENTURED INTO "SOFT ROCK" AGAIN WHILE I WAS WORKING IN A WAREHOUSE IN THE LEHIGH VALLEY. I'M BORN AND RAISED IN NORTH PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA BUT I WENT TO MIDDLE SCHOOL IN THE PORT RICHMOND AREA OF OUR LOVELY CITY. THIS IS 1976-1979. I MEAN WE HAD THE AMERICAN BANDSTAND AND THE MIDNIGHT SPECIAL WITH DICK CLARK AND WOLF MAN JACK. BUT THAT WAS ONLY AN HOUR'S AMOUNT ON THE WEEKEND. BUT MY SOUNDTRACKS ARE POLISHED NOW. I STILL HAVE "SOME" OF MY CASSETTE TAPES (BOTH PURCHASED AND RECORDED) AND I RESPECTFULLY DID MY RESEARCH "ON TUBE" AND I PATIENTLY PERUSED THROUGH SEVERAL HUNDRED RECORDS OVER THE SPAN OF ABOUT TWO YEARS OR SO. YOU TUBE IS A BLESSING BECAUSE I STOPPED PURCHASING RECORDS WHEN MY FIRST DAUGHTER WAS BORN IS 1986. I HAD A VERY DIVERSIFIED PREFERENCE IN MUSIC BECAUSE I SPENT A LOT OF MY "ALONE TIME" DOING ARTISTIC EXPRESSIONS BECAUSE I WAS SO BASHFUL. MY FAMILY GAVE ME MY SPACE BECAUSE I ALSO READ TONS OF BOOKS ON THE REGULAR WHEN I WASN'T READING MY WEBSTER'S DICTIONARY OF 1721 PAGES. THEN I ADDED IN MUSIC ON THE RADIO AND BEGAN BORROWING RECORDS FROM THE LIBRARY BEFORE I GOT MY FIRST SUMMER JOB. BECAUSE THEN I BEGAN GOING TO THE STORES IN. CENTER CITY PHILLY FOR A LIL BIT OF EVERYTHING.🔥🎶🪄🎉❤️

[@rayrodriguez8417]

He got many hits, If you don't Know me by now, Stars,Money's too tight,Something got me started

[@russelljarvis7468]

Mick Hucknall Wrote this song at 19, and Simply Red went on to become an epic band with many hits…

[@throwabrick]

First like, first comment, Red was one of the stars of the 80s for sure.

[@brewswillis9783]

Thanks for this reaction, well done! As to another blue-eyed soul singer from the 80's, check out Grayson Hugh. He had 3 top 20 hits in the late 80's as well as a song in the soundtracks of both Thelma and Louise and Fried Green Tomatoes. My faves are Bring It All Back and Talk It Over, both have official music videos. Thanks!

[@bertiew6771]

They did a great cover of the Valentine Brothers - Money's too tight to mention, their first hit. They know their history.

[@elitet3359]

I love Simply Red. I wish he would do another album.

[@FoodFestTelevision]

In UK Simply Red were massive, had many many hits

[@bossfan49]

Simply Red did some great covers: "If You Don't Know Me By Now" (Harold Melvin and the Blue Notes) "Angel" (Aretha Franklin) "Money's Too Tight To Mention" (The Valentine Brothers) and awesome original songs "Stars", "So Beautiful", "The Right Thing", "Something Got Me Started", "For Your Babies"...

[@lajuaniarice2105]

They have a song called Stars!! That was my Jam!!!!! I know yall will enjoy it!! Great Reaction 👍🏾

[@nelerhabarber5602]

They have 13 studio albums, a grammy award in the cathegory „Best R&B Song (If You Don’t Know Me By Now)“, 2 brit awards. their first album with own songs stars was the best selled album 1991 and 1992 in great britain and even knocked Michael Jackson's Dangerous off his throne.

[@liveorexist3661]

Simply Red live in Sydney is amazing. My favorite of their songs is Sad Old Red.

[@kylewoolsey6635]

Simply Red had another hit with their song Stars. You should go there next. Dionne Warwick had several hits, notably Walk on By, Heartbreaker, Say a Little Prayer, I Know I'll Never Love This Way Again. You should definitely do some reactions to her songs.

[@donaldduck2139]

yeah...one good Dion Warwick song is 'Heartbreaker' came out early 80s 👍

[@kittenledoux2768]

You also need to listen to AL Stewart Year of the Cat. He's got a smooth voice, too. Thanks for this reaction. I've always loved this song and his amazing voice. ❤

[@BigMackSnake]

Great song! Great memories! Also "The right thing" or "Moneys too thight to mention" from Simply Reds catalouge are worth a try!🤗

[@robertkirk4387]

Filmed in Scarborough UK, lovely place, many good holidays there.

[@Jesse_At_NewMexico]

They also had another huge hit/music video back then that was always on MTV titled ''Money's Too Tight To Mention''.