Singer On How A Matchbook EXPOSED A Cheating Spouse & Became An 80s HIT | Professor of Rock

[@ProfessorofRock]

Poll: What has been your favorite interview on this channel?

[@flavellinator]

Tony Lewis of The Outfield... Such a nice, humble man... RIP

[@georgemathie8123]

Kevin Cronin from Reo Speedwagon I just love his upbeat attitude and such a great musician and songwriter Cy curnin is my second favorite

[@billywilson4908]

KT Tunstall. She was a lot of fun

[@RBS_]

....uh, OH, time to do a Top Ten...... 10. Nu Shooz 9. Journey 8. TOTO 7. Brian Wilson 6. Marliyn McCoo & Billy Davis (5th Dimension) (...classy, CLASSY woman...) 5. Kenny Loggins 4. Peter Cox (Go West) 3. Ann Wilson (Heart) 2. Dennis De Young (STYX) 1. ***THE PROF.!!*** ...his "Today's Music Sucks" Top Ten Re-Duxs', blow me MIND.....literally, I remember moments buried DEEP, because of that series!!

[@stephenbrown4211]

I liked the Gary Clark of Danny Wilson interview

[@scottburton9701]

I've always preferred "Him" over "Escape"-It's a fantastic song!

[@ReverendDr.Thomas]

That's unbelievable, considering the fact that "Escape" is a veritable MASTERPIECE.

[@chrisoakley5830]

I agree. It's a better song in my opinion.

[@kayvee5423]

I agree. I always thought "him" was a better tune.

[@Pythonette]

​@@ReverendDr.ThomasBelieve it. It's a better song. He's got a million of 'em.

[@Gatorsfan601]

Yes!

[@kconrad5893]

I only recently learned that Holmes actually wrote The Jets’ 1986 hit “All Over Him”, which unfortunately has a heartbreaking and tragic backstory: He wrote the song for his 10 year old daughter, but unfortunately she was never able to hear it because she passed away suddenly and unexpectedly from an undiagnosed brain tumor. I bawled my eyes out when I read this. My heart goes out to him for enduring such a loss.

[@glennweeks7176]

Omg Professor...you are killing me. This guy was the coolest dude back in the 70's. I remember seeing this guy on American Bandstand and other music shows. You had to lie and pretend you hated these 2 songs or people would make fun of you. I absolutely loved them. I spent my hard earned allowance to buy them at Camelot Music. I liked him because he had a way with lyrics that drew you in but not until the end of the song would he turn around and say "got cha"...Thanks again because you always help me explain why it was cool to love Rupert. This guy looks identical to what he did in 1975...wow.

[@clementine77]

The strings arrangement on "Him" is lovely...

[@reidbronson6358]

This song has always been a favorite. You see, my girlfriend was once dating another guy. This is a very unusual story. First class on the first day of high school, I met the prettiest girl in the Freshman Class. I was instantly smitten. Soon I learned she lived just a hundred yards away from our house. Several times a week, I’d carry her books home for her. Only problem, I was too shy to ask her out. Sophomore year, I finally asked her to the Homecoming Dance. We soon fell in love. A couple all through High School. We both went to the University of Missouri. Freshman year was magical. However, during the following summer, I had major Crohn’s Disease surgery. Doctors put me on high amounts of Steroids. Sophomore year, I was not a nice person. Today it’s called “Roid Rage”. During the summer after our Sophomore year, she fell in love with “Him”. I was devastated. I only learned then from my friends what a huge jerk I had become during the Sophomore year. She shocked me by saying she wanted to date both of us during the start of our Junior year. Like an idiot, I agreed. She would see me in the afternoon and Him in the evening. One day after about two weeks of this arrangement, we were walking to Hatch Hall for our afternoon fun. A hundred yards from Hatch, I stopped and told her I couldn’t do this anymore. I said, “I can’t make love to you in the afternoon knowing you’ll be making love to Him in the evening.” She warned me not to make her choose between the two. I wouldn’t like her choice. I told her that I’m choosing for her. She gets Him. I turned around and walked into Hatch. Did not speak to her again for three years. That weekend I went home and told my parents about everything. They said they weren’t surprised. I said, “What?” They also noted the changes in my personality and had spoken to my doctor. The doctor told them that suspicions were developing about the massive use of steroids. Luckily, a new generation of Crohn’s drugs containing little to zero steroids were just now coming to the market. I began to see why I had lost my Girlfriend. I had driven her away. By Christmas of my Junior year, my friends all told me that I was back to my old self. After hearing this, I told my roommate that I would try to talk to her, explain my personality changes and ask if we could start dating again. Well, during finals week right before Christmas, my roommate informs me that She in engaged to Him. That was fast. And the wedding would be in August. Again, very fast. I’m devastated more than ever. That summer, I’m at Missouri for the summer session. It’s August. The Saturday after finals. And it’s the day of her wedding. Four of us are loading the car for a road trip to New Jersey. Rick is going to be a Best Man at a wedding. No one’s talking. Everyone knows I’m a wreck. I’m loosing her forever. Phone rings. It’s my Mom. She calling to say She called off the wedding the previous weekend. Mom didn’t know why. Later I discovered it was due to his infidelity. Standing on the porch, I thought I now had a chance to get back with her. As if nothing had happened. But then I realized that was totally unrealistic. Though I still loved her, I knew I had to let her move on. Move forward, not backwards. So I promised myself to avoid her and let her move on. After graduation, I joined a national accounting firm in St. Louis. She moved to teach in Alexandria, Virginia. That first Christmas, I’m at the family home in Missouri. Phone rings. It’s Her . She talks like nothing had happened. Remembering my promise, I go to end the call. As I was saying goodbye, She asked if I would attend Midnight Mass with Her. Shocked, I went silent. She asked again. She asked if I was still there. Finally, I said, “Sure”. Realizing my mistake, I went to great lengths not to even touch her that night. Returning to her home after the Mass, I did not follow her onto the porch. I stayed on the sidewalk about 10 feet away. She stood on the porch chatting for a few moments waiting for me to open the door. Soon she turned to see why I was not opening the door. When She saw me some 10 feet away, She had this terribly crushed look of defeat. She said goodnight walked inside. I felt like the biggest jerk in the world. I was starting to wonder if it was really the Steroids that made me a jerk. Maybe I’m just a natural jerk. Next day I called to apologize. Making it worse, she said, ‘I understand.” We talked for a couple hours. Not sure why, I asked if she had plans for New Year’s Eve. When she said no, I asked if she would like to go to one of those big parties held in the ballrooms of the downtown hotels: live jazz bands, dinner, champagne. She said yes. Two years later, we’re married. One fantastic son. He’s an aerospace engineer building military aircraft for Boeing and Grumman. After 42 years of marriage I lost her to Pancreatic Cancer. Shortly before she passed, we were reminiscing about those days at Missouri. I told I had a secret to tell her after 45 years. For the first time, I told her about the promise I made to myself on that porch. She said, “ So that’s why you kept crossing the street every time we approached. I thought it was because you hated me. Not that you still loved me.” We laughed. She kept laughing long I stopped. I asked what was so funny. She said she had a secret she’s been keeping from me for all these years. She said that on the morning of her wedding, that Saturday I was the porch making my promise to myself, she was hoping I would call her. Shocked, I asked why on earth would she want me to call her after the terrible way I treated her that Sophomore year. She said that she eventually learned from mutual friends about the Steroids and their impact on me. She felt sad because by then she was engaged to Him. Then she said something I will never forget. The week before wedding, She spoke to every guest to formally tell them that the wedding had been canceled, even though her parents informed all the guests a week before. She said that while making those calls she realized three important things. First, He never learned how a boy should treat his girl. But she said that she knew I did because of what I had learned from my Dad and Older Brother. Both were career military officers. “Treat women with love and respect.” Second, He would never stop cheating on Her. He was a player. But, She knew I would never cheat on Her. And finally third, She knew she chose the wrong boy. Choosing Him over me was a terrible mistake. She’s been so happy knowing that we both got a second chance. She chose Him….at first. Later, we chose each other. Every time I hear this song, “Him” (which is about five times a week, seriously), it reminds me how I almost lost Her forever. Thank God I didn’t. Thank you Mr. Holmes. Reid.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Wow, what a story!

[@hbofbyu1]

Great story! Thanks for sharing that. Reminds me of the song Stolen Moments/Dan Fogelberg

[@petuniasevan]

Your story is astounding, ultimately heartwarming, even with the obvious pain of your beloved wife's passing. In more than one sense, your experience is the confirmation of what Alfred, Lord Tennyson said: _'Tis better to have loved and lost than never to have loved at all._

[@Chapps1941]

What an incredible story. You are true romantic and l love your honesty.

[@SavageAirCinema]

Thank you for sharing. Glad it eventually worked out.

[@weebrowndog50]

Hi Adam, please do continue talking about your Dad. I love your channel, your reverence to music really rings true to me. Like you I recently lost my Dad. He had a lot to do with my musical education. We spent nearly 30 years playing in the same family band and as a duo in later years. When I was a kid, my Dad would bring hope a new LP for the family every pay day. Our music collection became quite eclectic over the years. Many stories to be had here. Anyway, I love your work. Do please continue.

[@ProfessorofRock]

You got it! Sorry to hear that you lost your Father. It's very hard, but the memories and the music make it a little easier. Thank you for your heart felt comment.

[@leamanc]

I do love your interviews with Rupert. He’s such a fascinating character. And “Him” is my favorite song of his.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Very cool. Thanks Leaman.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Same. Rupert is one of my favorites.

[@YorickWell]

I completely agree!

[@spankynater4242]

After his musical career ended, he went on to play Stewie‘s teddy bear on family guy.

[@TheWdayton]

I am grateful to this channel for introducing me to this incredible creative personality. His musical style isn’t generally my thing, but I’ve become a little obsessed based on his creativity, craftsmanship, and his engaging mind.

[@michaelmartinez8902]

Outstanding show today Prof. I never knew how deeply talented "the Pina Colada Song guy" is. You have a great way of chronicling and explaining roc/pop music. Keep keeping the faith, Prof. 3 chords and the truth.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks Michael!

[@Fnipernackle]

Check out his other Rupert Holmes interviews. All are great and very informative. Some great song facts in there that are impressive by themselves. Holmes literally pioneered certain techniques in the music industry.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

He has so many good works beyond Pina Coladas!

[@suprememusicmaster]

@@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 Listen to "Who, What, When, Where And Why", a Rupert original that the Manhattan Transfer also did...There's also the rockin' "Let's Get Crazy Tonight" and the mid-tempo "I Don't Need You", among other great songs in his repertoire!

[@silverfang6668]

“If you’ve ever owned records, cassettes, CD’s, 8-tracks….” I personally can add reel-to-reel and DAT with the rest of that list.

[@dopeymark]

I just got a new phone last week, and I got a few free months of Spotify, which I had never tried before. I searched for bubble gum music, and I got a selection of tracks from the era. "Timothy" was one of them. I immediately thought of your previous episode with Rupert.

[@royschultz1377]

A pack of cigarettes on the nightstand is how I caught my first wife. Didn't tell her to choose, I packed, left, and filed for divorce

[@RhymesWithCarbon]

What makes these interviews so rewarding is that obviously the Professor shows up prepared and asks interesting, educated, insightful questions. It’s not the same drivel over and over, it’s so often something they’ve never been asked before.

[@leekorbel1191]

I remember seeing him on the Midnight Special. Back in the 70s. He looked more like a college professor than a rock star. No doubt a talented man.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

I was gonna say that he looked like a teacher of some sorts!

[@crkmt]

I remember that.

[@spankynater4242]

What about the cheap trick drummer Bun E Carlos, he looked more like a narc.

[@Hogiewheels]

Rupert Holmes is fascinating, such a great interviewee, intelligent and absolutely no ego. This was wonderful, thanks for the work in giving us this video.

[@kirbymarchbarcena]

Such an amazing songwriter Rupert is and so many singers wanted to work with him is a testament to that.

[@joeymorvant161]

Rupert Holmes is highly overlooked and underrated.

[@11111964s]

I've think this is best song from Rupert Holmes he album partners in crime was brilliant

[@mmmpotstickers8684]

So glad to hear that there's someone else that loves to eavesdrop.

[@webbiemeeks2469]

Being an ex on air personality, I used to play the weekly countdown programs in the formats that I worked. From Casey Kasem, Rick Dees, the Country Countdown and others, I was always interested in the backstory of the songs. Thank you for bringing the wisdom and art of this concept back to a new generation. I am appreciative of what you are doing. Keep up the great work. Here’s one for you: How about the 3 stages of Sylvia(Robinson) career? Most of the world only know her hit PILLOW TALK but she has a history.

[@aaroncampbell8303]

Rupert Holmes is a MasterClass himself. Songwriter, Writer, Musician, etc.. The entire album is great, my desert island album. Wish they would do a deluxe remaster with 2 cds, bonus tracks, demos. I would buy that! All the best!

[@petuniasevan]

I remember this song very well. As soon as you referred to the "Pina Colada Man", I knew what song you were referring to, Professor. I actually much preferred "Him" over "Escape". Thanks for jogging my memory on this (for me) high school era hit.

[@AUDIONOIR100]

You could listen to Holmes & Adam talk all day!

[@voguevania]

That was a fantastic interview! I don't watch (or listen) to interviews often, because I don't care as much about celebrity as I did in my youth. I'm happy that I watched this one, because Rupert was fascinating. I was a kid when his songs were popular, but I loved them! "Him" was my favorite. And I was amused that he decided to interview you for a bit. Thank you. I truly enjoy your channel.

[@MF-le7fp]

Yes! Finally! I had asked you (when you did the "Escape" interview with Mr. Holmes), to ask him about this song if you were ever able to get a second interview with him. And here it is! THANK YOU! This was so great! 👍

[@ramonrios2411]

I actually just heard this song about 4yrs ago. And when I heard it was Rupert Holmes I was happy to hear another great song. And seeing the interview was awesome. Now one of my to 10 leisure songs I love to listen to. Thanks for your interviews POR. Love your page.

[@AMStationEngineer]

That patch of time between August of 1979, and April of 1980 was 'magical' in the realm of great music creation, with nothing but 'destined to be considered as classic' hits; and really drove Top 40 to become the most embraced radio format of the era.

[@sandy-quimsrus]

The Pina Colada guy/song, perfect description. Knew exactly the person/song straight off.

[@LuvHrtZ]

This is one of the best channels on YT. Cheers, professor!

[@musickrayz]

Yesss!! I love your Rupert interviews!! Some of my favorite music and easily one of my favorite artists

[@ProfessorofRock]

He's so great!

[@donwilliams6712]

Love your interviews with Rupert Holmes. A very smart man.

[@mikematusek4233]

I love and own that whole album, Answering Machine (Kids today won't get it), Lunch Hour, and People You Never Get To Meet.

[@peterhadfield9840]

Rupert is just such a gem, love these interviews!

[@adamspeople]

I really dig these interviews you do with Rupert Holmes I could listen to him talk for hours.

[@RhymesWithCarbon]

I’ve run across Rupert and it was one of the great instances where someone who’s contributed significant pieces of popular culture and yet is a completely unassuming guy - in the very best way. I really enjoy these conversations.

[@hectormonclova7563]

Once again, thank you. When you bring all those contexts yo give new life to the songs, and when also you bring all this humanity from the artists behind them (and you really engage them), in that way you keep alive a legacy.

[@stevebrien1041]

Him was a great song. Always cool to find the "second" song that may be less well known

[@brycesefonte9093]

Him is one of the greats that reminds me of freewheeling times as a late teen back then. Brilliant!

[@vintagestrings6]

One of the best channels not because it's just the subject of music but because of how you eloquently explain the subject and stories. Can you try and get the Jessica, Blue Sky, Ramblin' Man Dickie Betts on here? 👍✌️

[@kevinkiley6503]

Great interview- “Him” is an awesome song- love the story line! I recall another interview Rupert Holmes did where he said something along the lines of most all of us have had a “Him” situation….makes the chorus’s message of empowerment very relatable.

[@judithgoulding8046]

Such a sorted mysterious storyline/lyric woven so well within the chorus and harmonies. Fascinating technique....love this interesting interview and how " him" came to be. Thank you so much Professor!! 💓

[@RobertHudak-fy5dh]

This song is always hard to get out of my head. I could listen to those string sections forever.

[@pdmullgirl]

I love Rupert!! I would love to sit and just talk with him. Always a great interview! ❤️💜💚

[@benhammond6393]

Rupert is the ACTUAL most interesting man in the world.

[@reidbronson6358]

Noel. In response to your question as to where I hear this song “five times a week”. I’ve downloaded about 6 different versions of “Him”. The original release and a bunch of live performances. “Him” always reminds me of how My Wife and I eventually married. Thank you.

[@DaveRofulowitz]

I listened to the entire "Partners in Crime" album today, and found pretty much loved all the songs on it. Besides "Him", I'd have to count the title track, "Lunch Hour" and "Nearsighted" as my favorites, if I had to pick.

[@DJAvalonArizona]

My fav Rupert song by far. Love it..!!!

[@johnlane9743]

Wow - Rupert, such a talented and charming guy - so fun to listen to his story telling - thanks for your contribution - you've enriched our lives !!!

[@lockedin60]

Rupert discussing how he tracked or arranged the chorus of his song "Him" sounds like the difficulties of the song " I'm Not in Love" by the Brit Pop masters band 10cc. You want to hear a fantastic story about a song her Graham Gouldman and Eric Stewart recording of that song. I think it would make a great episode by you if you could explore that song.

[@DeathByFishing]

I never knew he was such a dynamic musician. Great interview.

[@Zofer-1920]

Great interview! What a fascinating person. It’s funny, I’ve always appreciated the strings in the track (I’m a violinist) and how awesome that he orchestrated them himself. They sound great.

[@johnnada1222]

This guy is such a great guest that I hit the like button before I even listened to the interview. 👍

[@TheWorldTeacher]

“Him” and “Escape” are the only Rupert Holmes songs I own on CD. The latter is a FAVOURITE of mine. 💿

[@SpiritualPsychotherapyServices]

Likewise. ☝️

[@RBS_]

...I will tell ANYONE his (limited edition) Box Set, "Cast Of Characters" is a MUST own! ...got it at a thrift, NEVER stopped playing it.....

[@ProfessorofRock]

Everybody loves Pina Coladas and getting caught in the rain!

[@ProfessorofRock]

I've wanted to get that for a while. I'll seek it out.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Good call.

[@tarp11z]

Rupert is definitely the cool uncle/grandpa in the family.

[@tomlacko606]

Love it! Hope you also had a chance to ask him about the song "Answering Machine" which peaked at #32. It was released when everyone was buying answering machines for their home phone lines. Keep up the good work!

[@NoCanDu]

Yes! Best line ever is “so I stepped out to buy some dog food for the cat!” 🤣

[@tarp11z]

It takes a lot to create three minutes of radio magic.

[@robster7316]

Perceptiveness is an important component of good songwriting and Rupert has a keen eye for the nuances in people's lives and their relationships. Wonderful interview (again), Adam!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

He is such an amazingly talented person.

[@NESADDICT]

I’ve never heard this song but man I enjoyed the idea around the story. I love little nuances of life that no one ever thinks of.

[@pcno2832]

Anyone who was into Elvis Costello around this time will remember that he used a similar theme in the song "Motel Matches", which was included on his album "Get Happy", which came out at almost the same time as "Him".

[@backforblood3421]

I just started listening to that song (released the year before I was born) recently, and it's one of the best in recording history, not only musically but also in terms of the attitude in the lyrics.

[@AwlDeigh]

Under appreciated artist. Great content this week!

[@georgemathie8123]

I love these shows with Rupert Holmes it's funny, insightful and pretty amazing that this channel is not only a celebration of artists such as Rupert but very educational to learned so much about the craft of songwriting thanks to shows sucH as this one

[@ProfessorofRock]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

I’m so glad this KZbin channel exists. I’ve been promoting it to a lot of folks in my place lately, saying they will not be disappointed by Adam!

[@georgemathie8123]

@@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 I'm doing the same thing as well I'm all the way from Edmonton,Canada and I'm spreading the word to everyone I know who's a music fan to tune into this channel thanks to Adam we have a community that is for music lovers and more

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

@@georgemathie8123 Yes! Keeping the music alive and spreading Adam’s word.

[@rvierra7235]

Great interview! Rupert Holmes is an artistic genius. Most people have no idea how talented he is. Thank you for recognizing and interviewing one of the greats!

[@TheEricthefruitbat]

I never knew that "Him" was by the guy behind "Escape". I loved both songs back in the day (still do).

[@BenjaminNavillus]

Great episode. Only discovered this song a couple of years ago. It’s become one of my absolute favourites

[@MikeB-1965]

Although I've loved "Escape" since it came out decades ago, I hate to admit it but I only knew Rupert as "the Pina Colada song guy". Your interviews of him have really highlighted what an interesting and multi-talented guy Rupert is.

[@MoonlightDawnMoolightDawn]

I have Escape and Him - love those songs! I need to listen more to Rupert because I'm sure I'd enjoy more of his tunes.

[@jzydlo]

Love this song and interview. Thanks for doing what you do to keep the music alive!

[@MyName-pl7zn]

Always love Rupert interviews because he is so good at remembering what he was thinking or how he creates his music. A fascinating artist that is entertaining to listen to about how his songs came about. Him is a great song, never knew every single part of the song was all Rupert from the arrangement to the lyrics to the vocals, now that is some talent. Great interview professor!👍

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks! He is such an interesting guy. One of my favorite interviews.

[@MyName-pl7zn]

@@ProfessorofRock He would be entertaining no matter what the subject. Really cool character

[@ProfessorofRock]

@@MyName-pl7zn For sure.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

He is one of the smartest people I have ever seen, honestly. I know that’s saying a lot, but still.

[@MyName-pl7zn]

@@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 yes and a fantastic song writer

[@danpalmer5451]

Great chat Prof. It makes so much sense that Rupert is also a novelist as he appears to approach his songwriting in the manner of an author. Allowing moments in life and people watching to feed inspiration. Great ‘story songs’ with fully formed arcs. 🍹

[@aaroncampbell8303]

Rupert Holmes, Al Stewart, Alan Parsons, Elliot Lurie.

[@AlejandroAcosta-gh3mn]

There’s a line in SO HARD by pet shop boys that talks about something similar “ we both quit smoking….so who’s matches are those”

[@flavellinator]

Love Rupert's explanation of music theory behind this song... It's a good deep dive! I was a high school senior when this song was out but don't remember it...

[@ProfessorofRock]

A senior in 1980! So cool. What a year.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Wow, you were a senior in 1980? My aunt was a freshman in 1980 when “Him” came out.

[@vincentparlante6274]

Greetings Professor. I'm a old on air radio DJ . I started back in 1976 in high school taking a radio / TV class and focused on radio on air studies and working in a few commercial radio stations in the last half of the 70s and got back into on air work in the 90s . As a former on air DJ ? I worked yes in the imfomus top 40 music formats of music radio. In the mid 90s here in Albuquerque? I worked weekends on a radio station called K-Hits on 100.3 FM and a soft rock FM station called 99.5 Magic FM . Anyway to make this to the point I played a good amount of times the two songs in this video you've mentioned . I personally leaned more towards the liking of Rupert's follow up song Him. But as you've stated both are great songs. In close I personally feel many songs from the 70s? To the day mid 90s had a form of story telling in them . I could list a few especially from the seventies or was that the decade of love.🤔 Hmmm. Anyway always enjoy catching your videos here. Thanks for some great music memories on your YT channel. And no I'm not a Kasey Kasem ? Lol

[@georgeharris6851]

Could you do an interview of Dickie Betts, one of the last surviving members of the Allman Bros. Band. When he's gone, we're going to lose so many stories about ABB.

[@georgybest5135]

Thanks for covering one of my fav songs and RH's most underrated tune.

[@daryldocterman6263]

Professor…..what do you know about a song called “If the stars come out tonight,” by ‘The Kings’? I too grew up in 80’s, born in the early 70’s. I think out music taste are very similar. Glad your channel came up in my feed. I heard this song about 9 yrs ago for the first time, and thought it was fantastic, and oddly enough, a new song that had just come out. I was blown away on how catchy it was. At first it reminded me a little like ‘Shinedown’. To my surprise, this was released in 1979, and I thought, I had heard all the great songs from the 70’s -90’s. Even though the band is known for “This Beat Goes on/Switchin’ to Glide,” I will admit that I think “If the Stars come out tonight,” should also be synonymous with them.

[@Randolini]

Wow, that was a great interview. Thank you so much.

[@marioerueda-almonte7938]

This is a great song. Like you mention Professor there is the border line when the 70's disco evolved into the 80's. Rupert Holmes is an outstanding story teller. Great Video and interview. Greetings.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks Mario! Have a great weekend!

[@marioerueda-almonte7938]

@@ProfessorofRock Have a great one along with your loved ones. Thanks.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

You nailed it!

[@TheBOFFIE41]

I have so much admiration for Rupert Holmes as a human being and I have a story about Rupert from the UK that happened very recently that I'd like to pass on to you. God bless Rupert Holmes.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Do tell.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Would love to hear this story of yours, Bruce Boy!

[@greatsilentwatcher]

I enjoyed Rupert's comments and insights. Thanks.

[@marlenevillafane2616]

Love this song. Yes. And i know youve talked about this in another segment. Anyway, i read recently that it really came out Oct 1979 & that it was the last hit of 1979 on the Billboard 100 BUT when 1980 hit it was still a hit in that year too. It was one of the only song or one of the only rock songs to be a hit in 2 decades. So awesome!

[@08prema]

His voice is still strong, and vibrant.

[@ProfessorofRock]

I wonder what he'd sound like today, singing!

[@JohnQPublic345]

in my late 50s... still love this song "escape"

[@rhm5158]

Did you get the memo about the TPS reports?

[@JohnQPublic345]

@@rhm5158 uuummmm, yeeee aahhh

[@debbralehrman5957]

Thanks for the video and the interview Professor 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🌺

[@vincentkosik403]

THis is just what I needed and Rupert is so talented and love this song ..watched it many times..the whole band is great..Chrissy Faith is the best singer over her

[@seanswinton6242]

I knew this was the song you were going to discuss. It's my favorite song of Rupert Holmes. Escape(The Piña Colada Song) I love as well, but it's always the song played. I put this song on my High School "Break-up" mix tape.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Good call Sean. Thanks for watching.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Agreed. I like this song a lot better than “Escape”.

[@fredifendi]

AWSOME SONG, HIM,,,, my favorite

[@martinjaramillo2429]

That baseline is great.

[@landreaulover]

'Him' was a great follow up to 'Escape'. Both songs had great, catchy lyrics.

[@micksbiggestfan4006]

Rupert Holmes writes mysteries. Wow!

[@thebunter]

I've had a love/hate relationship with Escape but ever since the first time I heard it, I've loved "Him" by Rupert.

[@TheRevFireman630]

I always considered myself an 80's guru when it came to music, but for whatever reason I have zero/zilch/nadda recollection of this. I don't know what happened... Another GREAT video!!

[@brianwright4852]

Another outstanding video! I heard this song through this channel because of your video on Timothy.

[@mza2195]

Rupert Holmes had a fun fight with Billy Joel for a while there. Arranging his own songs is amazing to me! I love the behind the scenes peek Adam. ~Mimi 💖

[@ProfessorofRock]

YOu're welcome Mimi! Thanks for always watching!

[@mza2195]

@@ProfessorofRock you know me, I love a good show!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

I love his songwriting skills!

[@crashmoar290]

Sweet! More Rupert!!!

[@jackiepaper6464]

I’m so old we had a reel to reel. I remember my oldest sister listening to Led Zeppelin 2. I don’t think she still has it but I do wonder what it would worth today.

[@ctgedge47]

Rupert Holmes is a master songwriter. HIs lyrics are beyond compare.

[@flilguy]

I was 10 or 11 years old the first time I heard this song. I was home alone on a snow day. I sat in the living room listening to the radio while watching it snow through the big bay windows. I thought to myself good grief am I going to have stuff like this happen when I grow up?

[@RagnaCloud13]

Defining Rupert Holmes: Singer Songwriter Storyteller Whenever he make songs, he is making a story. Whenever he sing the songs he made, he is telling the story out of the song