Survivor - I Can't Hold Back (Live in Japan 1985)

Music video by Survivor performing I Can't Hold Back (Live in Japan 1985). (C) 1985 RCA Records, a division of Sony Music Entertainment
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[@faithdadisman6014]

Who's listening to the best of the 80s in 2024??😎😙😉👍👍😎❤❤❤❤FANTASTIC!!

[@melvinholcer4756]

Me

[@Aleks0709]

Amazing ❤

[@gshartman6576]

Damn I wish it was 1985 again

[@futureshock7425]

anyone else get goosebumps when they hear this song? wtf

[@bobbywise2313]

Every time. This is my fav Survivor song.

[@ranman5491]

Same for me, every time I hear it. Jimi was amazing, just an immaculate voice.

[@marklockhart6743]

Everytime I sing it

[@jessieweissert3788]

Everytime

[@leaheastridge986]

Always ❤️

[@carlamongold33]

There will never be another JIMI JAMESON!!!

[@lostgalaxy5113]

I'm completely agree!🥺💗

[@EpicExatly-nu1kj]

No never will be another like him!😢

[@mikelord5472]

One of the most underrated bands in history Jimi Jamison might have the best natural live voice of all time

[@badhabitz69]

One of the best rock voices period !!!!!

[@VoniDoni]

Totally Agree! RIP Jimi

[@derekallan6166]

Lol...Are you insane?

[@sanoon4887]

Feel exactly the same watching the video.

[@M_Dutch97]

If you like his voice then check out Fergie Frederiksen (Toto, Le Roux and backing vocals on Eye of the Tiger). Sounds 99% the same!

[@rodrigogier]

It is SO hard to find someone who can actually sing as great live as in studio. This is awesome.

[@LaurenMiddleton28]

So very true! I've been on a 80's music kick. Must have been good times.. no social media nonsense

[@timsears951]

@@LaurenMiddleton28 dont ever let anyone tell you any different ...the 80s were a great time ...especially the early 80s ...in Detroit ..

[@mrorionfan1]

Absolutely - this live version IS SO AWESOME - I ALWAYS WONDERED SINCE I FIRST HEARD THIS SONG ON THE RADIO IF THEY COULD DUPLICATE IT LIVE!!!!

[@andrewhirschhorn660]

Sgreed

[@aymanfarouk7177]

Freddi Mercury, Elton John, Steve perry, and many others can sing live as good as studios

[@bigjackandtheaspergonian66]

If you don’t feel better after listening to this, you’re probably in need of medication. This was such a great era for music!

[@redsed1565]

U said it! Take me back in time any day! Todays crap dont cut it!

[@happyhousehelper]

Big Jack and The Aspergonian saw them in NY 2 -3 years ago. I’ll tell you what: New singer totally respected the fact that audience was SURVIVOR fans He stood back and also nailed the lyrics. Class act

[@andyontourbrokendreams7120]

Goose bumps omg same with Reo Speed wagon forever young lads and lasses

[@sptinydancer]

Agreed 100%!!! I just wrote something similar on another version of this song.

[@dr.edwardkevorkian5439]

EPIC voice... EPIC Guitarist... EPIC FREAKIN BAND ! ! !

[@chrismartinez3637]

His voice sounded exactly like in the album. He's that good. Or rather, their generation is that good.

[@joefromravenna]

Not an ounce of voice distress or distortion.

[@lennyd.9270]

Jimi Jamison and Steve Perry. The best voices of the '80s! R.I.P. Jimi

[@keucardoso8320]

So true, i trust.

[@jackhammer4656]

I could not agree more!

[@nl20survin80]

Amen!!!

[@johnferraro707]

true

[@sjoerdvanoosterom6748]

Lenny D. you forgot Freddie Mercury

[@BladesRKing]

Jimi had pure freaking talent!

[@HfgjjjxjzjJsj]

When you didn’t need auto tune because you’re voice sounded great and the same live and in the studio 🙏🏻 #realtalent #realmusic

[@MrGuitarshred777]

Jimi is so ridiculously underrated

[@Rob-sk1im]

Jimi at his ultimate best, he sang every song he performed in this concert in the same key that the songs were recorded in. A powerhouse performance, he was the best.

[@lostgalaxy5113]

Yes he was the best!❤

[@garydennis2429]

And the jump at 2:55 while he sings the second chorus...without missing a note!!

[@GomezRose-gl9zo]

Wow yes!! Fantastic!💞💗💖

[@cstumpy51]

The best thing about this whole song… beyond the stellar performance… is that everyone looks like they're having so much fun!

[@mrorionfan1]

YEAH - SO MANY GROUPS LOOK BORED UP ON STAGE - MAYBE IT IS BECAUSE SOME AUDIENCE MEMBERS DO NOT GET INTO IT ENOUGH AND THE GROUPS FEEL UNAPPRECIATED!!!!

[@SuperGaleford]

Ahhh cocaine and the 80’s!

[@Rob-sk1im]

They all liked each other at this point...plus Jimi was taking them to new heights Survivor never would've reached without him.

[@ochoaE3]

There's no denying the greatness of Jimi's vocals and how this live version sounds like the studio version. But also, let's acknowledge how rockin' the keyboardist is and how mellow the bass player is.

[@MrDuds1984]

He was arguably one of the best singers of the 80’s.

[@lostgalaxy5113]

The best!😊❤

[@BarbaraE-zh7ey]

The best of any decade

[@lorenmorgan1931]

What are we arguing? Lol

[@rafaelmarrero9417]

​@@lorenmorgan1931 well remember there was some guy called Steve Perry 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@lorenmorgan1931]

@@rafaelmarrero9417 yeah, supposedly he's going to tour again. Steve has one thing Jimi doesnt unfortunately (F you speed junkie Sullivan)

[@sanoon4887]

Jimi is flawless❤️. I Can’t hold back the tears Jimi. You are always loved. Thanks for the memories.

[@pauledmonds3249]

Jim Peterik once said of Jimi that he was the only singer who could truly turn his written songs into the reality they deserved.

[@lostgalaxy5113]

wow I think that was a sign of admiration and respect for Jimi and his beautiful voice!

[@ArcoirisGoing]

Jimi voice was a gift to us!❤

[@sotnec1596]

The most underrated band and singer in history

[@misha854]

A beautiful man with a beautiful voice...RIP Jimi Jamison.

[@jimijamisonfans2194]

Yess beautiful and sexy very very sexy . Love to Jimi Jamison 😢. My one love forever

[@Toby-fp1nf]

I'm only gonna say this: What a fantastic performance.

[@cheryldyer8165]

Jimi Jamison was an amazing singer. Jim Peterik, co-founder of Survivor, keyboardist, co-songwriter for Survivo, etc. is also really talented along with Frankie Sullivan guitar player. Jim produced and wrote the songs specifically for Jimi' voice on the album Crossroads Moment. I could listen to Jimi singing forever.

[@lostgalaxy5113]

Me too jimi had my playlist full of his songs 😅 with and without survivor! I love his voice!💕

[@bizarrosito]

Jimi encompassed the 80s sound in the most beautiful way. He’s missed.

[@generalhighground5300]

Jimi looks like he was such a genuinely, pleasant, human being.

[@acegibson9533]

I thought he was. A true Nashville gentlemen. BTW, Survivor records didn't take that long to record. Jimi, Jim and Frankie were very well prepared. True professionals at their craft. Many of Jimi's vocals were done in one or two takes with very little overdubbing or punching in, He got it right the first time.

[@BarbaraE-zh7ey]

He was from Memphis

[@JohnDoe-er5vf]

My God he sings as good as in the studio. That's awesome. May God rest his soul.

[@enzomclaren1211]

Back then when people seems to be so happy

[@nessie75nessie13]

Survivor is the best band ever

[@LaurenMiddleton28]

I love watching 70's and 80's bands with the crowds.. people were thin and happy.

[@hevesh5troll519]

no one can compare to jimmi jamison's voice..the world lost another great talent..one of the best vocalist of all time.

[@MegaSmurf1212]

That part where Frankie grabs JJ on the back was so funny. That cheeky grin. Forever missed.

[@sherry8894]

Jimi you are so loved and missed till this day. One of the absolute best singers of all time, and also the HOTTEST ❤

[@carolitaornelas6884]

Rock Musician. He will be best remembered as the lead vocalist for the rock music ensemble "Survivor" from 1984 until their disbanding in 1989. Born Jimmy Wayne Jamison in Mississippi, he moved with his mother to Memphis, Tennessee when he was an infant. After performing in a band during his teenage years, he joined the group "Target" during the 1970s. In addition to releasing a few albums, the band was the opening act for such groups as "Black Sabbath", "Boston" and "KISS". Jamison went on to the group "Cobra", prior to succeeding Dave Bickler as the lead singer for "Survivor" in 1983. Their platinum anthem "Eye of the Tiger" (1982) had already brought them commercial success and during Jamison's time as the front-man, they scored Top-Ten hits with "High on You" (1985), "The Search is Over" (1985), "Burning Heart" (1985) and "Is This Love" (1986). During the 1990s, he achieved success as a solo artist with the hit "I'm Always Here", which became the theme song for the TV series "Baywatch". In 2004, Jamison reunited with other "Survivor" band members to record a parody of their hit "Eye of the Tiger" for a Starbucks' TV commercial. They received a Emmy Award nomination. Jamison died from a heart attack.

[@BunsenHoneydew001]

He sounds even better live. Truly amazing voice, taken way too soon 😔

[@danpearce5192]

One of the all time greatest voices

[@marcd7543]

The entire band rocks...and is stellar... Jimi's voice is a true gift...how he's not a household name like Steve Perry or Lou Gramm etc is beyond me...bcz he's part of that rarified air for sure. Perfect pitch...great tone..phrasing ..range...effortless.....he makes it look easy but these songs are tough...amazing RIP Jimi

[@sebell]

I think he beats Perry in terms of how you can UNDERSTAND the lyrics. Perry's voice distorts the words too much. Jimi is able to hold a note and be clear. I used to think Perry was it, but I think the music industry greatly underrated Jamison. Even Gramm had clearer tones than Perry, but he lost his voice as he aged (medical reasons, I think). Jamison kept his voice for the most part until his death.

[@MegaasAlexandros]

Very good analysis Shana.

[@GrammyRose]

best vocals ever

[@lehcaraz1]

I am a big fan of Jimi since Vital Signs. If you want to hear him at age 17 with the Debuts, just search KZbin for "The Debuts, If I Cry". It was his first single and his vocals were unbelieveable already at that age. It was on the Scudder label and you could tell already that he was going to have a superstar career.

[@xyz-gx9oy]

Thank You

[@joeyberndt]

Jimi Jamison album ready at all times 🙏🏼 💪🏼 🎤. I love how he jumps in on the backup vocal parts as well. Total vocal/breath control & strength. So euphoric on the last “this love affair can’t waaaaaiiit” into the outro. That’s how the 80s do les it baby!!! (Ionian modes 💯✴️💰💡📽)

[@theloniusgunhammer3976]

I think more than anything, I love that the keyboard/pianist looks like an accountant. But by God, he's an accountant who can take that instrument for a walk!

[@rickr2029]

You need to thank that accountant. He was the songsmith of the band!!

[@heidiconley9180]

One of the best things is to see the magic of a band coming together to not only play perfectly, but to have fun doing it. I love Jimi's voice and how it is nearly spot-on with the album version, but I also love how all of the guys are having a blast performing this song. I wish that I could have saw them live. RIP, Jimi.

[@Rob-sk1im]

I saw a Survivor in concert at least five times beginning in 1987 and got to see Jimi perform at least as much. I saw Jimi performed 3 weeks before he passed.

[@siobhanmurphy4912]

Every time I see that Sullivan, I want to punch my phone screen! His ego has killed Survivors legacy. RIP Mr Jamison.

[@snowdjagha]

One of the most beautiful songs ever written.

[@themichaelsmediagroup7904]

Jimi Jamison one of the best that ever lived!

[@georgesawtooth2214]

Jimi Jamison, Steve Perry, and Steve Walsh are the most powerful rock singers of all time, but I gotta give Jimi the honor of having the same powerful voice live as in studio....what a amazing singer he was.

[@jasonbuttera1150]

God his voice is gold. Him and Steve perry man. I can’t believe this is live.

[@marinfamily2010]

I’m so impressed on how Jimi’s voice sounded totally just like the recording. And the band too, just with a bit more energy.

[@Anonymous061212]

How can anyone give this a thumbs down? This is when music was music.... Not like the garbage that comes out today

[@FinalFlameProductions]

Epic song, even more epic voice. Miss you Jimi Jamison.

[@modread666]

Final Flame Productions yea Jimi Jamison was awesome, I love this guy.....didn't know he passed.....rock on brother, you earned it.

[@robertjordan3155]

You are the Best!!!

[@padraiglyons5574]

how can this iconic voice only get 3k likes

[@richardmassei9488]

This guy could really sing it with energy and passion, no auto tune b.s.! Jimi R.I.P. you were one of the greats.

[@dodiedudzmamen5840]

His vocals is so Superior, wow i love his voice my God

[@lostgalaxy5113]

Me too I love it🎶🎧💕

[@jonhamic6872]

he was a underrated singer. for real.

[@adrianasousa2339]

3:19 Jimi and Frankíe 😍😍😍

[@CleoPenelope111]

Adriana Sousa I liked your comment for the part about Jimi, he's hot as fuck, but you can keep Frankie, I'll just take Jimi thank you!

[@genabourassa7962]

@@CleoPenelope111 I remember that I said the same thing. I would rather have Jimi over anyone else, he is the ultimate

[@kyloren2799]

Its amazing how god sends us some of the amazing people with amazing talents. Thank you Jimi and survivor for giving us great music.

[@tammyc25]

Absolutely

[@clergyspecialforces8456]

Jimi Jamison mesmerized his band in this video. Text book vocalist.

[@butchieblock9118]

Jim Peterik so got INTO any and all performances!

[@ashe984]

Jimi has a beautiful voice RIP

[@user-jm9sl9ed1t]

those who thumbs down are clueless of what pure talent is

[@m.a.marquez7640]

Jimi Jamison was one of the 10 best voices in the world at the time I love you Jamo, I love you Survivor. 🎤🎵🎸🎶🇨🇴🙏😇❤️❤️❤️❤️🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹

[@AB-gt8ci]

One of the best vocals ever. R.i.p

[@marilenacolombo8686]

The best...only jimi ❤no one else

[@RL-BASScover]

RIP Jimi Jamison, great voice!

[@chriscanada4744]

Rock solid performance

[@bryanolivo8093]

Damn that dude could song! R.I.P Jimi.

[@marymeltonmary1202]

jimi was gorgeous x

[@josenoventas]

Vivan los 80s cuando volverá esa buena musica, el solo hecho de escuchar esa guitarra se me enchina la piel y esa bendita voz de jimi, muy buenos recuerdos

[@sharylgamble9981]

R.I.P, Jimi Jamison. Best voice ever!

[@jesuismila9673]

Всегда так хорошо после нее...... и от него, по-детски скачущим по сцене 🥲🤧 джим за клавишами вообще отдельная любовь!!)

[@gavindoak2439]

Such a underrated singer

[@DERedhead65]

you are Missed Jimi 🌹

[@peu239]

Amazed at how great this song sounds live!!

[@cleomaddiem3581]

I am a massive, die-hard Steve Perry/Journey fan .... but Jimi Jamison was up there. Beyond, beyond phenomenal. Big hello from Melbourne, Australia!

[@LovTheNose]

Hahahaa! me too! I saw him at a concert in Orlando. I was up front. Damn he was hot! But not as hot as Steve ❤️

[@cleomaddiem3581]

@@LovTheNose Just gorgeous, both of them! (My heart melted for Steve Perry, Jimi Jamison & Richie Sambora!). I haven't loved a band/singers so much since either of them back in the 80s. 40 years ago!!!! BUT, l will say, l am currently deeply moved by Texan band Night Traveler .... listen to this - kzbin.info/www/bejne/pInHm5igecqheZY Warmest wishes to you from Melbourne.

[@faithdadisman6014]

@@LovTheNose Jimi was so much better looking than Steve!Imo Jimi had it all!Love me some Jimi Jamison💕

[@michellebegaye6544]

🙂

[@michellebegaye6544]

@@LovTheNose Ir

[@gutterflower2005]

R.I.P Jimi.. Such an amazing talent...

[@markbirchette8740]

They were great live in the mid eighties!

[@Everyoneissomeone]

Now that's a voice..... R.i.P

[@realsparkler]

This song was pure perfection. Band tight. JJ vocals stellar... untouchable by today's standards. Makes me wonder what could possibly possess 35 folks to dare give it neg thumbs down? Would love to hear reasoning behind because, short of being deaf, or just being mean or a jerk, there is nothing under the sun to justify. Reminded how underrated group was and how much pleasure their music brought me. Sad that the outrageously talented Jimi Jamison is gone~

[@MegaasAlexandros]

Your words are 100% true my brother and I enjoyed reading your post.

[@ryanparker4378]

In my opinion these guys are one of the top bands of all time ⏲ 👦 😌 ☺ 👌 👏 🙌 👍

[@bp-gi2is]

Most underrated band/talent of the 80’s, especially after Jimi Jamison (RIP) joined them in 1984!!

[@edwincancel6052]

Best live voice and performance ever

[@BigBass-xf5yi]

What an intense and perfect live performance.

[@juanyhdz9359]

Jimi Jaminson uno de los mejores cantantes de todos los tiempos.

[@jamiewarriorwarlordmccallu5712]

magic song from survivor and jimi jameson i miss so much, i cried my heart out when he died last year. we all love and miss you man, one of my music heroes. gives me insperation to make it as a singer. he does that for me, this song is for you man. rest in peace you amazing wonderful man.

[@richpalmisano1740]

This song is so difficult to do. He does it as great as the album live. Amazing voice...

[@rickiedeesnutz7318]

What supreme talent!!!!

[@raymode101]

Miss that voice !! RIP Jimmy

[@calixemsdl242]

Complete package band... Jimi, Sullivan and the rest of the band are awesome

[@joebill3400]

Peterik was an awesome song writer and Survivor a very underrated band at a time when the word "music" still meant something.

[@jimijamisonfans2194]

The best singer in the world .💕💞💓💕💞💓💞💓💕

[@rosajamison4441]

Concordo plenamente com vc 😘❤️

[@_L_o_r_d_V_a_d_e_r]

It's 2022 and I can feel this crowds energy

[@BiffBifford]

I was so lucky to see this band with Jimi back in the 1980s! I had no idea that Jimi had passed away. Jimi ranks among the top of the 1980s power vocalist of all time. Now he stands alongside the greatest in rock legend history in heaven and will live forever in the stadiums that he once played while singing forever for his fans on CDs and Vinyl! God bless you, sir!

[@motorcityquig]

This is one of those songs I cannot imagine anyone else trying to sing.

[@maxmustardman298]

I tried, yesterday. In the shower.

[@geespar1]

Max Mustermann how did it go?

[@russwise3006]

And they should't

[@ofirtagtgren4528]

@@russwise3006 why???

[@bluegrassreb1]

this is so good!! 70's and 80's bands had to be good live. REAL talent,

[@JimmyLeeHook]

If this doesn't get Jimi Jamison in the conversation as being the best singer in rock history, nothing will. Pitch, perfect. Energy, perfect (did you see him hurdle that stage monitor and not miss a single note???). Enunciation, every word was perfect. Style, ballsy but smooth perfect. He could sing ANYTHING, opera, broadway, you name it. And he had great Peterik penned songs to sing. Lucky guy. Kudos to Ron Nevison for his clever arrangement of the verses with the choruses with the bridge. Different, unique, and brilliant.

[@Themplayahz]

JimmyLeeHook I wouldn't necessarily say "the best" singer in rock history, but Jamison was definitely a unique talent with a fantastic voice. Mickey Thomas had a hell of a range, too. Jimi was one of my favs in the 80's era for sure.

[@baddgolfer6794]

JimmyLeeHook Brad Delp was "pretty good" too, but this guy was awesome. I loved the music / growing up in the 80's.

[@Lincoln2000]

He was great, but there are several others too, which were absolutely fantastic. Generally the rock era had some unbelievable talents.

[@vincentwhitley8197]

Peterick could hit those notes too and he knew what Jimi could hit. It was easy for both..excellent duo.

[@vincentwhitley8197]

Cloverdale is my personal fave. He goes from a rich baritone to shit only dogs hear. Axle Rose has unbeatable range.

[@bshade8547]

Let’s give some love to the guitarist back up singer. Beautiful voice.

[@halfcrazyluv1]

I love his voice.

[@dr.edwardkevorkian5439]

After all the songs fade away. And the stage fades to grey... R.I.P Jimi Jam.

[@rogerdorn38]

Nicknamed "The Voice". That's all. Just "The Voice". God given talent. Phenomenal

[@mikeychrisanthus9948]

One of the most fun rock songs ever. I come back to this every now and again to smile at how much the band members are just going to town on this performance and enjoying themselves. Frankie hyping up the acoustic player, Jim bobbing his head to every beat like a metronome, Jimi’s little triumphant fist motions and his hurdle over the speaker at the final chorus, gosh this is just such a fun performance of a fun song.

[@jongowan3277]

Its good to see Steve. Perry back singing .he is good but no one can bet the man.Jimi Jamison

[@user-zl3xs1cf8x]

Great voice, and so handsome. RIP Jimmy Jamison. You will always be missed in the hearts of All who loved Survivor. Gone way too soon..❤

[@manufiore7159]

Now we know he did his vocal tracks in the studio in 1 take, he sounds amazing live just like the record. The world lacks of this kind of talent... incredible voice!!!

[@EastDetroitMusic-Sirens3000A]

I hope you realize we’re all human and nobody’s perfect. This world doesn’t lack any of it, it’s just these tools have become widely more available for people to use but not everybody uses auto tune. A lot of live recordings use auto tune before resurfacing so they don’t sound like shit but I promise there’s an original recording of this and the way they made Jimi sound so soft, smooth and perfect is embarrassing because he sounded nothing like this in the original live recording.

[@LucasSeman]

@@EastDetroitMusic-Sirens3000A where is this "original live recording" you´re talking about? because I think this guy actually did have some serious pipes back then - no wonder Richie Blackmore wanted him for Deep Purple not many years after this video!

[@larryhurley2314]

@@EastDetroitMusic-Sirens3000A 🤣 yeah......sure .

[@EastDetroitMusic-Sirens3000A]

@@larryhurley2314 kzbin.info/www/bejne/houtknRtgpqirc0 See who’s laughing now.

[@markfreefan]

Jimi Jamison was an amazingly talented singer. Those notes of the verse are almost impossible to sing with that feeling in a male vocal range

[@SivisPacemParaBellum72]

Ninja Raven please upload a video

[@M_Dutch97]

Fergie Frederiksen sounds almost the same.

[@williamcook8846]

Now that's a voice with a rock and roll attitude. ..