Simply Red - Holding Back The Years | REACTION

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[@sandbeach3351]

Listen to their song (STARS)

[@Reeplay7]

Simply red - If you dont know me by now

[@KLEFF718]

This is a classic 🔥 transcends generations

[@clubgel]

Saw this live in concert. At one point I turned around and ppl were in silence in tears. 15k ppl in arena ans most were in bits

[@samanthanickson6478]

⁠​⁠​⁠@@clubgel’for your babies’ does that to me. can’t keep it together when i hear it.

[@pridehunter2507]

It is still amazing that a song of this style was able to hit on the pop charts at that time. British Soul at its best and his voice

[@CRobb-ql4zp]

Yes they are a British soul & pop band formed in Manchester, England. The lead singer name is Mick Hucknall.

[@JackReacts904]

I appreciate the info and thank you for the request!

[@CRobb-ql4zp]

You are welcome Jack. And I would like to add your reactions are so good you make me feel like I owe you money. Your reactions are that quality good. I know your reactions deal more with the production side of the music & I truly appreciate that trust me, but you do capture the lyrical essense & state of mind of the songs in my opinion very well too. Keep it up.❤️

[@ANDY1985UK2011]

@@JackReacts904 been quite a few white british singers with soul over the years, more common than white americans dare i say it lol

[@AshLee92490]

@Andy G Yeah, I think a lot black American music, especially soul and r&b, have in the UK. You'll notice a lot of UK white, blue-eyed soul singers often get mistaken as black american artists until you see what they look like lol, and they take that as a huge compliment...

[@Lilah1848]

@@ANDY1985UK2011 Omar - there's nothing like this. Jack needs to react to it!

[@cwin721]

He was our Ed Sheeran in the 90s😊. His version of If you Don't Know Me By Now is top tier

[@BozeDoesGodsWork]

Yeah but the difference is that this man ACTUALLY has soul XD

[@aprilwells9661]

80s dear

[@lameekabrown6294]

To me, it looks like he's reflecting on his childhood, just based on the lyrics of the song. This song is so very beautiful, and it always gets me emotional.❤

[@shersunn]

It is about his childhood. Pater = father and Mater = mother. His mom left his dad and himself when he was 3 years old; she never came back. He was 17 when he wore this song.

[@marneebragg9839]

He has a song I really like called "Sunrise." It's a song to crank the volume on.

[@ssang187]

Amazing song. Incredible vocals

[@Maria.DSax970]

I like Simply Red. This is a great song. My favorite one is “Sunrise” which contains samples of Hall & Oate’s “I can’t go for for that” Good request.

[@NJbakintheday]

Yup! Jack, listen to Maria.

[@DaddyBaggio]

Also the De La Soul 'Say No Go' rap on the same sample

[@AlMiner]

One of the best songs from the last century! Timeless and classic.

[@LeVonngaKiara]

All Facts🔥🔥💖

[@kevaunmitchell1316]

My mom's favorite childhood song and yes simply red is a band you guys

[@CRobb-ql4zp]

Yep Jack, the music video shows the lead singer Mick Hucknall walking through the beautiful english countryside & Whitby Abbey. He was reminiscing about his chilhood & the difficult relationship he had with his father. The scene at the end when he was on the train was at and around Goathland railway station on the Nork Yorkshire Moors Railway.

[@dread30329]

Awesome choice! Brings back some memories. 😢

[@astleygenetaylor7463]

Hi Jack great reaction…. Mick is from a little town called Denton in Manchester England, just 10 minutes from me. This was recorded in 1985, so 38 years old and the video was recorded by n a little seaside fishing village called Whitby over on the east coast of England. Mick Hucknall is the lead singer and still sounds incredible, I saw them live last year in his home town, he can still hit those notes! ❤

[@JackReacts904]

Thank you CRobb for the request!!!

[@CRobb-ql4zp]

🧡💚You are welcome💛💙

[@MMHrtSol]

@CRobb Yes, appreciate this...talk about right back to the time this came out and was Everything...still is decades later...music created here

[@demetriadee]

This song is special...brings back memory of middle school ❤❤❤

[@shanellblue4317]

Love him down ! His voice is so beautiful.. Fun Fact : he wrote this song at age 17 !!! Classic timeless music right here ! I feel this song in my chest & heart every time I hear it 🥹😍❤️❤️❤️🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@elisavetsandoval5362]

This song is so beautiful!!! Touches the soul.

[@naetiontv]

“I thought this was like the Isley Brothers or something” so basically you were thinking what a lot of us thought for years. Because I thought he was a “Brother” for years😂😂😂 But I love this song❤❤

[@shawnawilliams634]

One of the best concerts I’ve ever gone to. Mick Hucknall sounds just like the record singing live!!!

[@shawnawilliams634]

And his band is bananas live. I’d put them close to Sade’s band and that’s saying a lot. Listen to Stars, Money’s Too Tight to Mention or Sunrise to hear more classics from Simply Red!

[@chriscreekmore210]

This song is mesmerizing! Of course it was a massive hit. Awesome reaction!

[@JayGSmith08]

Love Simply Red very soulful

[@kaylucas51]

I am pleased to say a Manchester England lad with one of the best voices ever loved when they started and still love him now pure talent and he wrote the song

[@ggsworld8762]

This song is so iconic…I have lays loved it and it’s featured in one of my favorite movies Love & Basketball ❤

[@manuelacevedo79]

Another classic i remember this song when it came out back in the day another favorite. Also have that song on my playlist. Stay Groovy my friend keep on the good work ✌️

[@bakersupreme2010]

A few things to mention about Simply Red: (1) I remember that while riding on a Bus in Detroit, a Man started singing this song loud enough that it made the Bus Driver tell Him that He would only move the Bus when the Guy stopped singing! He stopped, and We All finally started moving along. (2) If You want to see Lead Singer Mick Hucknall in a different light, then You can check out the Music Video for the song 'Stars'. He really changed His Look in this one! And (3) When I worked in a Café in Downtown Detroit in the 1990s, I saw the Manager great none other than Mick Hucknall and Lead Bassist and Singer Steve Lewinson into the restaurant, called Café Martinique'. Mick smiled at Me and a Coworker behing the counter while the Owner and Manager named George n'Namdi (He sold Art there as well) spoke with Them. George asked what brought Them here to Detroit and Café Martinique, and They admitted that They wanted to go Sightseeing in Detroit while They were performing there, and in the process They got lost Downtown, so They both decided to come into the Café to rest a bit a have a drink. So that's all that I have to mention about Simply Red for now! Peace, Jack!

[@jesusebelortuazon9847]

Yaaas! The iconic holding back the years of simply red ♥️...wish you'll do a reaction of video of his other hits like "fairground" and "stars" 😊

[@mgtow316]

To realize "Holding Back the Years", "Human" (Human League), "That's Just the Way It Is" (Bruce Hornsby), "Sweet Love" (Anita Baker), "Tender Love" (Force MDs), "Something About You" (Level 42), "Captain of Her Heart" (Double), were ALL on the charts at the same time is amazing. I was 10 years old. Such a rich moment in time.

[@mariahramierz4082]

It's a 🔥🔥🔥🔥 song though and he has nice singing voice WOW very great request so far loving it much love 💜💜💜

[@karenfoster9594]

Mick was 25 here, he's 63 now and sounds just as good even live

[@lydmarl.475]

Blue eyed British Soul!! It’s the video, this is what it was back in the days, music video!!

[@dobdante]

Sad song. He was abandoned by his mother at age 3 and had a distant, disapproving father (particularly of his choice to do music). Holding on probably refers to, in spite of his circumstances he would not give up and hoped for a better future.

[@MMHrtSol]

Hey hey now...talk about one smooth classic right here. The key changes and intricacies n this one too. His voice leads it all. Woo....yes, request the archives now...Indeed ❤

[@Camille4Real]

I like that you had the closed captions on 👍🏾

[@mapegatkinson92]

Love your reaction.

[@lionsden836]

That’s that blue-eyed soul. Check out Phil Collins One More Night

[@dsterohio]

Great song and incredible voice

[@davidw7]

This smooth jazzy/bluesy 80s sound among so much else variety of the 80s... is also another song to try (if not in the past). Similar sensual vibe 80s song ... "George Michael" - "Careless Whisper" - from 1984 and was a huge international hit official video is good.

[@NJbakintheday]

This is one of those songs that has a permanent spot in my playlist... for over 35 years running. Amazing song, amazing voice, and the video takes it to another level.

[@lecuyerdooley1084]

Angie Stone's remake of this for the Love & Basketball soundtrack is sublime. There's a live performance of it on KZbin as well - check iy out if you love the original!

[@TheLovesnowangel]

We all had the same reaction when we found out who actually sang this song 😆😆😆. Definitely thought it was a brotha singing this when I heard it as a kid

[@latoyawalton6010]

Love and Basketball ❤️

[@reshaud81]

Sunrise is another Simply Red banger. They sample Hall and Oates I Can't Go For That on the track!

[@eskayh7734]

When I found out Mick wrote the song when he was 17 it blew me away. "Holding Back the Years" is the third single from SR's debut album, Picture Book (1985); it hit #1 on the Hot 100 and #2 on the UK Singles Chart. The song was also nominated for a Grammy (Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals). Please react to Simply Red - "Stars" and "Sunrise" (my faves!).

[@leslapins7617]

He wrote this fantastic song when he was 17 only and the fact that it is an autobiography song adds layers of emotions to me.

[@sheilayates6548]

I was lucky enough to attend two Simply Red concerts, wonderful and amazing Micke Hucknall has an incredibly distinctive and beautiful voice .❤UK

[@majorsolutionsllc]

Simply Red is da truth!🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@jennhurl]

Jack, Mick started writing this at age 17. It's inspired by his true life story where, unfortunately, his mother left him at age 3. How about the harmon muted trumpet? Best choice ever for this song. You can hear the Miles Davis influence as Tim Kellet serenaded us in a very rare mid 80's pop song trumpet solo. Excellent! "If You Don't Know Me By Now" is an AMAZING cover & really shows off Mick's vocals.

[@mapegatkinson92]

He did a great cover of If You Don't Know Me By Now.

[@valdannfamr.2430]

Love Simply Red, /Mick Hucknall's voice👍🔥 You have to hear: "It's Only Love", "Money's Too Tight", "Sunrise", "If you don't Know me by now" 🔥✌🌼

[@sarahfer1004]

Thanx for reacting (Y) beautiful song.

[@carnifexmactator]

Man, I’ve been WAITING for you to react to this. Thank you for doing this!!!

[@demetriadee]

Finally...Mr red❤❤

[@samanthanickson6478]

their whole album “stars” is fire! 🔥🔥

[@denzelperry7024]

You would 🤍 "Something Got Me Started" by them also, it's an absolute bop 👍🏻

[@denzelperry7024]

And "Sunrise" as others have said 👌🏻

[@obibraxton2232]

A classic!! 🥰

[@tylerhackner9731]

Classic

[@glenicasdream]

This song really makes me emotional, because my Mum sang it to my brother, who has now passed.

[@rouguy1972]

Masterpiece ❤

[@kev7161]

I've always loved this song. Suggestion: Terence Trent D'Arby's "Sign Your Name". Another great song from the 80s.

[@london9372]

17 yrs old when he wrote this, it's about the fact that his mother left him at 3 yrs old & never came back. That's why he sounds so angst in this track. That' a Trumpet!

[@jeffstevens4262]

One of 'The Red's' greatest hits back here in the UK. Mick Hucknall's brilliant coming of age song about his life and upbringing back here in northern Britain. Another brilliant song they made was their cover of the old Harold Melvin classic 'If You Don't Know Me By Now' where Mick really lets rip. Great band. Great lead vocals!! 🙋‍♂

[@LeVonngaKiara]

😭😭😭💖💖❤️ No Words

[@mrdrico1313]

This is a classic!

[@AndreD0217]

He’s got other nice ones too “Stars”, “Sunrise” & cover of “If You Don’t Know Me By Now”…one of those blue eyed Soul singers

[@metalkrillin]

Love this

[@Elaine-tk7nx]

Totally agree, the use of the French horn echoes the melancholy of the lyrics. Great analysis!

[@corinicole9271]

This song has always been dope!! 🔥🔥🔥

[@mizzcarla7191]

Really enjoyed your reaction. 😊

[@joelscottarnold3262]

Mick Hucknall is just an amazing vocalist!! A song I still love, and he sounds just as great now as he did in the 80’s!

[@Alisha1686]

YESSSSS❤❤❤❤❤. Jack Jack you are on a role😊😊😊. Also some of themost soulful white artists are from the UK. As they had a greater appreciation for black soul music. Starting decades back.

[@GaryKirkham-ju8gw]

Aw come on Jack! I'm surprised that you're surprised by the quality of this song - you know what of hotbed of musical genius the UK was, especially in the 80's and 90's ... its our super-power !!!💪

[@totalprocall6894]

Del boy alone after Rodney's wedding...if you know you know. Amazing track.

[@WM4ME]

Simply Red (the band) still makes amazing music. The lead singer Mickey's voice only got better with age. Definitely react to some of their 90s/00s projects too.

[@fatihabenboubou5636]

One of the most beautiful voice in music. You should check other songs . I love him 🥰🥰🥰

[@joyceking8789]

They used to be my song. Oh my God back of the day I’m telling on my age now because oh my God I used to love that song and yes I was around then, so you know

[@AlonzoLouw]

stars is my favorite and red wine

[@JayGSmith08]

This song is on the movie soundtrack Love and Basketball

[@Dion_Mustard]

fun fact : this music video was filmed in the seaside resort of Whitby, United Kingdom :)

[@norenore9944]

Definitely a Classic !!! ❤ this song one of my favs!! I know ALL the words REAL MUSIC 💯

[@Citizenesse8]

The song is phenomenal. You should do Money's Too Tight to Mention next.

[@aya9af]

Great song! You better sing 🎶 Jack🎙!!! I love the trumpet in this song too. It's it's hauntingly beautiful, filled w/ melancholy & memories. Have a good one 🌄 🌞✌🏽!

[@winslow551]

Classic Simply Red. Check out their cover of If You Don't Know Me By Now. I know you'll be impressed. Then explore their more upbeat funky cuts.

[@tallpall1976]

I went to see them twice last year and was great he still got the voice ❤

[@skinmeister1]

Great reaction and a fantastic band! For a completely different - yet equally good - vibe from Simply Red try their earlier tune "Money's Too Tight To Mention" next.

[@taresacampbell5316]

This is one of my dad's favorite songs. Absolutely love❤

[@LeVonngaKiara]

So funny you saying you thought it was The Isley Brothers🎤💜 they did a cover of the song and the lead singer is Ronald Isley. He has a very distinct voice as well, similar to Mick's🎶...

[@lookinforthe70s]

It's just as good now as when it first was released. It's been a favorite of mine for decades.

[@missgigip]

One of my fave songs growing up ❤ what an awesome request

[@StarGirl-oz5gh]

British white soul singers are some of the best from the 60s to the 90s.

[@Lilah1848]

I've always loved this song. I heard it when I was a child, and I would always think, 'I don't want to get older and be singing this song with regrets', which was a very deep thing to think, but I've always been a deep thinker. Also, Mick wrote this song when he was 17 years old.

[@Scavenger-hr7km]

This one here is one of my favorites, including SAY YOU LOVE, WE'RE IN THIS TOGETHER...

[@sweetwilly]

In your music journey you will realise when you cross true talent. It transcends time and genre. ❤

[@reneelove4839]

I still listen to this song to this day. Great choice

[@kellykade]

One of my favorites ❤Good song 🎵

[@CRobb-ql4zp]

Hi Jack, so it's possible that the version of this song you live stream years ago was by the Isley Brothers. They did do a cover of this song.

[@daniellaplume3840]

Tone in the voice is the most important thing some would say. Lyrics are a kind of a Poetry-.

[@GinaGeeILuvu]

I love this song! Yes Simply Red was part of that second British Invasion of music of the eighties! He has an amazing sound! This is just a great music video! Mick Hucknall is the lead singer of Simply Red! Check out their hits: “Money’s Too Tight To Mention”, “Stars”, their remake of “If You Don’t Know Me By Now”, and more!❤❤

[@elcasettedelosmelofilos6652]

I could recommend What's Your Flava by Craig David ! It's FIRE

[@Plastic35789]

I’m surprised that you didn’t know this artist, he is amazing worldwide famous, everyone knows him here in Brazil 😅