The Genesis of Phil Collins | Tribute | Professor of Rock

This week we on Pop Fix we reflect on one of the most prolific hit songwriters. His music had an unprecedented impact on our music community. In this episode we hear from two of his fans, rock and roll hall of famers Lamont Dozier of Motown and David Crosby.
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In 1980 Phil Collins and Genesis landed a #14 smash with Misunderstanding from the wonderful platinum album DUKE that was there first LP to hit #1 in the UK. Then Phil turned right around and released his perfect debut album Face Value that hit #1 in the UK and #7 in the US it featured his classic “In the Air Tonight “that went to #2 in the UK and #19 here in the US which is, a great example of a song that was far bigger than it’s chart position. it is still played every day across the world and beloved in pop culture, especially for the bombastic drum crash.
In 1981 he went back with Genesis for the multi platinum album ABACAB another UK #1 with several hit singles on both sides of the Atlantic then immediately released the solo set “Hello I Must Be Going” hitting the top ten worldwide, showing of his Rand B roots with the Motown remake “ You Can’t Hurry Love’ that went to top of the charts in his native England and became his first top 10 hit in the US. OK, are you still with me? Because we haven’t even gotten to his peak yet!
After all that success, he released the 4x platinum self titled Genesis album in 1983 that hit number one in the UK and contained the #6 hit “That’s All” with it’s brilliant and catchy chorus. paving the way for his first solo number one hit the heart wrenching ballad “Against All Odds” which was nominated for an Oscar. The Oscars didn’t even let him perform his own song. He instead sat in the audience as dancer Ann Reinking performed a mostly lip-synced vocal performance accompanied by a dance routine. Phil has never received the respect he so rightly deserves.
The 1985’s #1 blockbuster “No Jacket Required” which was number one in every country in the world and put the likes of Michael Jackson, Prince and Madonna on notice from a guy that looked more like your uncle Charlie than a pop idol. It was 12 times platinum in america alone, with global sales that have been estimated at over 20 million. Stacked with hit singles galore including the number one hits Sussudio and One More Night as well as the top tens Take Me Home and Don’t Lose my number, the album crossed over to just about every genre and chart and won the Grammy for album of the year.
In 1986 with Genesis and created the 6 x time platinum “Invisible Touch” it was written entirely through group improvisation with no material developed prior it’s recording. With the Invisible Touch album Genesis became the first band and foreign act to have 5 top ten hits from one record. They hit number one with the title track and the top 5 with Land of Confusion with it’s memorable spitting image music video along with ’ Tonight Tonight Tonight, which was widely seen in a Michelob ad campaign, along with the two ballads Into Deep and Throwing it All Away.
Then in 88 Phil dropped three new solo songs on the soundtrack to his film Buster, two of which were released as singles and went to number one, the remake of “Groovy Kind of Love and Two Hearts, which he co-wrote with his Motown hero Lamont Dozier who wrote Most of the Supremes and Four Tops hits. Here’s what Lamont had to say about it:
Going into the 90s Phil would pull off the double whammy yet again with a massive hit album and hit songs both solo and with Genesis. Starting In 1990 He released the solo record, but, seriously which along with it’s first single the socially conscious ode to homelessness “Another Day In Paradise” would go to number one simultaneously . David Crosby sang on it with Phil and it won the Grammy for record of the year. Both the album and song went to number one in pretty much ever single country in the world. The next three singles, I wish it would rain, do you remember and Something happened on the way to heaven would all hit the top five and was followed by a massive world tour.
The second that was over, he reconvened with Genesis, for the Multi-platinum smash “We Cant’ Dance” that went to #1 in the UK and #4 in the US. It included four more hit singles with “I Can’t Dance” , No Son of Mine Hold on My Heart, and Jesus he knows me. All of this happened when grunge was taking over and the musical landscape was completely different. Phil would finish the 90s off with several more hit solo albums and win an Oscar for “you’ll be in my heart” from Disney’s Tarzan.
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[@AlfredoEClark]

Great content, Professor. I was a kid in the 80's in my native Panama City, Panama, so it's the soundtrack of my life and Phil Collins was a major part of it. It's amazing how you're able to captivate an audience by talking about an artist and not beig able to play a single note from any of his songs. Remarkable, thanks for the video! Keep 'em comin'!

[@nickolasreece9826]

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[@kodamessiah3582]

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[@kodamessiah3582]

@Nickolas Reece Happy to help :)

[@thegladve]

Phil Collins- I don't care anymore- that song alone defines his career

[@Ricanlifestyle]

And may I add... Phil is "The Only Artist! ...In Music History" ...to perform in a "Live Concert" ( Live Aid ) in Two diffrent cities ...on Two diffrent Continents... The Very Same Day!! (Thanks to The SSC Concorde). Dropping The Mic....

[@alanlucas501]

.... but he bombed on playing the drums for the Led Zeppelin set.

[@GenerationXChick]

Gasp! Did you forget to mention his duet with Philip Bailey?!?! Easy Lover is an awesome song

[@ProfessorofRock]

I actually left it out on purpose as an example of how incredible and prolific he is. He's written so many great songs and hits that you can't really process it all in 11 minutes, Thanks for watching!

[@darganx]

..and Live Aid

[@zhuofanzhang9974]

@@ProfessorofRock Besides songs and hits in the 1980s, he also helped produce a lot of other albums as well, including 2 Eric Clapton albums, one Philip Bailey album, and one Frida (from ABBA) album. It's hard to imagine how he had so much creativity and energy...

[@radcolortiedye6718]

Two time Golden Globes winner, as well. Rarely mentioned.

[@samuraiswordlover]

@@darganx ...and his Big Band Album

[@MattLeDonne27]

Phil is the most underrated "overrated" musician EVER. My number one music idol!

[@mootbooxle]

Matt LeDonne yes!!!!! For all the stardom, there sure are a lot of aspects of Phil that are totally overlooked! Nice avatar pic btw

[@ErikKoehne]

Matt LeDonne well said.

[@EHiggins]

Phil Collins wrote, produced, played on, and sang the soundtrack of my life.

[@helzapoppin9810]

I was a complete headbanging metalhead in the 80s and even I had a copy of No Jacket Required.

[@jorgengabrielsson6660]

Helzapoppin you were not alone 🙄me too🤘🏼

[@frankmachin5438]

Helzapoppin promise I’m not trolling, massive Genesis and Phil Collins’ fan, love Peter Gabriel, and I know that it’s completely subjective....but IMO No Jacket Required is the most overrated album ever to win a Grammy for best album. I know it’s just, like my opinion man - but Sussudio and Don’t lose that number are really boring.

[@sistabarb]

🤣🤣🤣

[@amandabooth1219]

@@sistabarb ?

[@FatNorthernBigot]

As a teenager growing up in the 80's, I loved Phil and Genesis. It always irritated me that he was maligned by his peers. Time has been kinder to his material than to their's.

[@joseantoniodelgado109]

Respect, love and admiration towards Phil Collins.

[@SPF70]

I’ve been a huge fan of Phil Collins and Genesis since 1980. In the late 80’s, I went on a search to find as many Genesis albums as I could from the Peter Gabriel era. That was not at all easy for a kid in Nebraska in those days, but I was lucky to get my hands on several including a few that were only released in the UK! Thank you for this tribute to one of my all-time favs and for highlighting what an amazing talent Phil has been in so many avenues for so many years!

[@joethomas1775]

I love both Genesis and Phil, but my all time favorite song is Take Me Home. I get so emotional when I hear it.

[@zibbybone]

with Sting and Peter Gabriel's awesome backing vocals.

[@pinkspot1998]

Goosebumps everytime, my father's favourite song of all time, grew up listening to it and so glad to have done. One of the best songs ever

[@winstack]

Take Me Home is such a great song!

[@TiffBoutside]

Love this song!

[@voutsider190]

Love that song

[@sigmaman721]

One of the best progrock drummers 👍 No Jacket.. is an extraordinary album

[@hamburg1306]

Love his cover of Cyndi Lauper’s “True Colors” as well. First heard on a solo greatest hits compilation.

[@DarkSideofSynth]

Amazing version, you're right.

[@akiraakai3316]

It's most amazing live.

[@coolcat6303]

Yeah great cover. I saw him perform it live during his 2004 Farewell tour. Btw, Cyndi must be a fan of Phil too cuz she called into the A&E live tv concert, that he did many yrs back, & requested a song from him.

[@IanPatrickOfficial]

Phil is one of the most amazing artist to ever do it. Definitely on top on my top artists list. He has been such an influence in my upbringing and really his music helped me build character each time I listen to it over the years. It's truly amazing material that everyone should give a listen to.

[@DarkSideofSynth]

Another music giant. I grew up with his music, and I've always loved his embracing and mixing up different genres. I can still remember seeing by chance the video of In The Air Tonight on TV and being mindblown, even having already heard a bit of Genesis before that. It also baffles me to see the amount of talent and quality there was on mainstream charts back then compared to now :(

[@r000tbeer]

One of my favorite Genesis songs that never gets any attention is "Home by the sea". Haunting yet beautiful, it showcases Phil's voice range.

[@ernestogonzales4882]

I’ve been saying this for years. He owned the 80’s.

[@stormfield9431]

Agreed.He somehow gets lost in the sauce, or should I say Aqua Net and Spandex of the decade. He was to the Eighties what the Bee Gees were to the late 70's. Midas touch not Invisible Touch lol

[@JuniorExecutive1987]

I discovered Professor of Rock the other day with a video extolling the forgotten classic Level 42’s Something About You. Now he drops a video about my hero Phil Collins. I’m right at home here. I might also add to the accolades that Phil is responsible for making gated reverb a staple of the 80s music diet. He deserves not just a spot in the Rock hall of fame, he should be knighted for his contribution to the arts and British culture.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thank you for your comment. You know your history for sure. Keep coming back, we will keep making videos!

[@escaton74]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqWchouujLulbM0 both Phil and Mark King as rhythm section

[@jackmeoff2376]

I thought the gated reverb snare sound happened by accident during a solo Peter Gabriel recording session. A snare was stuck while the control booth mic was on etc...

[@escaton74]

@@jackmeoff2376 you're right it's credited to Hugh Padgham and Steve Lillywhite. it happened on "Intruder"

[@davidcoyne7291]

@@escaton74 I think all four have a claim on it. Peter was the one who suggested the sound and Phil says he was the one who played it so there is that. I don't know if the Intruder song was noticed at the time but when it came to doing 'In the air tonight' people sat up and paid attention and a drum sound unlike any other was born.

[@lionheartroar3104]

""Every Day" breaks my heart. Phil wrote it while going through divorce. It's a masterpiece and should have gone to #1

[@a.j.figliolini7771]

Lionheart Roar I went to the show that he played the day he received the divorce papers. Great show - such a true pro.

[@ProfessorofRock]

I love Everyday. He is so eloquent. Truly a master of his craft.

[@gregs_garage]

100% correct

[@pinkspot1998]

Honestly the whole Both Sides album is gut wrenching, survivors will have you tearing up

[@Aquatarkus96]

Genesis wrote some of the most downright beautiful and well constructed pieces during the 70s and even the 80s, I always considered them a "musician's band" both because every member were fantastically talented multi instrumentalists, and I find that musicians of all stripes have a lot of love for Phil and Genesis. Heathaze off of Duke may be the greatest songs ever written and the stretch of Genesis albums from "Nursery Cryme" through to "Abacab" are some of my favorite music ever in any genre or by any artist period. I personally like Peter Gabriel's version of Genesis a bit more for the story based theatrics and his ridiculously charismatic stage presence but Phil created a musical empire. A more appropriate way to end a video about Genesis and Phil Collins might be 30 chords and the truth LOL

[@ultramimo]

Completley agree, and songs like One For The Vine is high up there in Prog heaven, right next to the best Gabriel era Genesis stuff.

[@celestepalm6949]

I got really tired of the talentless punks shitting on prog bands, myself. Never been a fan of the asshole attitude in music as a replacement for talent.

[@PhilliptBates]

Bravo!!!! He doesn't get the credit he deserves. Outstanding songwriter, singer and drummer. Also, he's one of the best an constructing melodies. A class act.

[@jasonshannon8708]

I've lost track of how many times I've listened to "Serious Hits Live". Love him...

[@ProfessorofRock]

Same here. Thank you for your comment.

[@MrGreatplum]

Seriously good live album!

[@mattwatsonthesecrethelicopters]

Great video. Ive been a fan of Genesis and Phil's music for years. I've had my fair share of teasing and jibes from fellow musician's over the years as he criminally gets seen as a bit of a joke here in the UK. Sad but often true. But as you so rightly say in this video the guy was prolific. Listen to those early Genesis records, his drumming is virtuosic and frankly stunning. His voice on Invisible Touch is possibly the most muscular and powerful of all the Genesis records. his solo albums Face Value in particular, is brilliant in its breadth of styles and experimentation. I still listen to that record and hear new things. Time Phil and his band mates were recognised with respect for great musicianship and songwriting. Genesis were truly progressive rock. Each album a leap forward from the last. Thanks for making this video! x Matt

[@ProfessorofRock]

Face Value is a classic. One of the greats.

[@aureliaconn4604]

Totally spot on. Phil Collins is one of the most diverse and creative artist there has ever been. But people only hear “one more night” and “Groovy kind of love” His first album is stunning with many styles of music. If anyone gives me grief for being a Phil Collins fan then I assume they are ignorant twat. It is ok if they say they are not keen on his music or voice as tastes differ, but to say he is rubbish is just plan stupid.

[@user-eu7cx9gv1t]

Phil Collins and Genesis-the soundtracks of my life. Saw Phil in concert during the Serious Hits tour in 1990. The guy was an energizer bunny! Fantastic. He is truly one of a kind. Drumming god, singer extraordinaire, writing phenom. The talent is crazy. The Genesis 1986 Wembley concert is off the charts! That group is gifted beyond any other group. The finale Turn it on Again is a master class in performance. I don’t know where Phil got the energy to perform nonstop for years at such a high level. Thank you for doing this tribute. When you see all the consecutive song hits over 10 years, it’s mind blowing. Phil was great in Miami Vice and his music was used a lot in that show. The 80s were great times! Best times for music. We will never see great music again.

[@raymond1842]

Don't forget one of my all-time favorites, No Reply At All! I'm not sure why that song didn't chart better. Phil Collins is a talent that you only see once every 3 or 4 decades. Great tribute Professor!!!

[@JaceyMitchell]

So many great Genesis tracks from that early three man era, including a number that weren't even put on the studio albums. You Might Recall is one of my favorites.

[@user-qp2px4ky2n]

Phil Collins has been my hero since i was 6 years old! I'm 44 now. He's the reason I started to play the drums. Genesis has always been my favorite band. I wish Phil the best! I'm so thankful for all the great music that he wrote! Him by himself and with Mike and Tony!

[@StormDog12]

Tracy Jordan: "I'm going to make you a mixtape. Do you like Phil Collins?" Jack Donaghy: "I've got two ears and a heart, don't I?"

[@illbuyourniknak]

Who’s here after hearing about the Genesis 2020 Reunion Tour “The Last Domino?”

[@mootbooxle]

john angeloni I’m excited about my fav band reuniting...and a bit tentative too! I hope for the best! I was just saying the other week that I’m glad Genesis quit while they were still ahead and didn’t degrade their legacy. The next day they announced this tour. lolol so we’ll see! I have hope!

[@tobyandthunder1765]

john angeloni I’m so excited !! I can only hope that they come to America, specifically Cleveland Ohio !! I would be one happy woman !!!

[@illbuyourniknak]

Toby And Thunder If they end up crossing the pond, I hope they make a stop in Philadelphia......

I didn't know that they would meet again. I have to be in that concert. Or was it already and I missed it?

[@illbuyourniknak]

@ You didn’t miss it. It was delayed.

[@TheArkhatron]

Pure, unadulterated TRUTH.

[@oscarfuentes3982]

Frida "Something Going On", Howard Jones "No One Is To Blame", Brand X, sessions/production work for Robert Plant, Al Di Meola, Tears For Fears, John Martyn, Gabriel, Hackett, Ant Phillips, Brian Eno and on and on and on and on...He is one of the greats for sure!

[@ventrivy]

"........from a guy that looked more like your Uncle Charlie than a pop idol......" - that cracked me up but it's true! He may not look like a pop idol but, oh man! is he talented!!!!

[@TS-gn2wy]

All of my Life, brings tears to my eyes every time I listen to it. I'm a musician and the words accurately describe the effects of such a life, my own life, had on my children. So sad.

[@bicyclist2]

I used to have Phil Collins and some Genesis on cassette tape in the 80's, and then CD in the 90's. "No jacket required" was the first Phil Collins I ever bought (on cassette). I used to lip sync to his songs. I remember going to high school dances where they played Phil Collins. So many memories. Thank you.

[@paulleggett9735]

"Hey Mike, we're getting the band back together" Phil is like pop/rock ninja - it's only when you look back at the numbers you think.. WOW. otherwise, he was just there... In the background of our life so much you never really appreciated he was there.

[@daryldettmer9160]

One of my favorites was when he did the one with Phillip Bailey , "Easy Lover"... great hit

[@mrtyreus0]

In my opinion it's a perfect pop song. Somewhat technical, but still accessible and relatable.

[@coolcat6303]

Great song. You guys should also listen to the album that it’s from - “Chinese Wall”. Lots of catchy original songs on there (some are just as fast paced as Easy Lover) & Phil played drums & sang b/g vocals on the whole album.

[@mrtyreus0]

@@coolcat6303 believe me, very familiar with the whole thing. Anything Phil Collins touches I know front to back.

[@ldolphin34]

They had a scripted, discipline video all set up for Easy Lover, but they made so many mistakes that were so memorable along the that the "Oops Loop" that was supposed to be released turned out to be the actual video itself. Too much fun to make, and too much talent in the room. That's what happens.

[@dbmdrums1105]

Phil Collins . Yeh man . I wish you could get an interview of him. Too bad Phil is touring. But the good news is Genesis with the three legends will be doing a reunion tour in late July. Hats off to him man.

[@chuckhartey9349]

Lets be honest here folks, "The Professor" is doing our homework for us!

Thanks! Phil absolutly deserves the tribute. Fantastic singer, composer, drummer, I've been listening to his beautiful music for 40 years.

[@albertodeoliveira6575]

All of the songs are my favorite my friend.... I am from south America and I will tell you he didn't have idea how many fans he have down there and I am telling you the whole shout America. On top my father was a music collector and his music is a direct connection with him who pass the way in 2012. Thanks for your videos, are fantastic

[@TrebleForTheBass]

9:10 chills with the praise you gave him. Couldn't have said it better thank you for this video!!

[@BigJeremyDesign]

Thank you Professor of Rock for reminding me of how incredibly talented and influential Phil Collins is. Long live Collins!

[@macnachten8822]

Mama...it came out about the time my Mom and I were feeling distant, it helped me reevaluate my own relationship and it helped me realize that my mom was the love of my life...all those hits have deep memories attached, and the song "let it rain" has a deep relational place in some very significant memories. Phil, with and without Genesis, is a personal icon who has touched my life. Thank you Uncle Phil.

[@steviecritiquenewby7874]

One of the best vocalist and one of the best drummers ever I agree with that...

[@dsaraviaa]

I totally loved this review on Phil Collins career, it's one if not my favorite artists of all time, you've said it all about him, such a terrific performer, i know it's modern but the soundtrack from Tarzan it's one of a kind and even considering he played most of the instruments and arrange most of the music, Face Value is priceless with every song in it, We Can't Dance by Genesis is a masterpiece without having to gave any dis respect to the other albums before it, his collaboration with Philip Bailey from Earth, Wind and Fire in Easy Lover is a must for all music lovers out there, anyway thank you, thank you for giving us such a remarkable notes on Phil's career, apreciate the Spotify's playlist and everything in it, keep it up!!

[@jerricawilliam950]

I’m so glad you did an episode on him. I was actually thinking the other day about how truly under appreciated he is. I still love many of his songs to this day.

[@karlgaff9303]

And some of the best live performances in history. Legend. That is all.

[@brucep9729]

"Only you know and I know!" Great lesser known song, one hot number!

[@AussieTVMusic]

Growing up un the 70's and 80s I took him for granted because he was always pumping out great songs on the radio. It's only in the last 10yrs that I listened to his entire works that I really appreciate having his songs as the soundtrack of my younger years. They bring back memories of happy times. The guy truely is a genius.

[@slyfoxie55]

Agreed in my house his name was "Phil bloody Collins" because he was everywhere. Phil bloody Collins again. Now I'm 43 I've revisited his work and think hes awesome.

[@aureliaconn4604]

Shame there is only a like button. I would like to leave you a love button. Phil Collins is the most amazing talent. His solo work and Genesis work are the sound track to my life. Thanks for telling people about this very special man.

[@LewAngellus]

I love Phil Collins and all of his songs. It marked my childhood and adolescence living in Brazil, precisely in Rio de Janeiro. His songs are forever eternalized in the history of this planet Earth and of all humanity. Phil is forever.

[@dshowmusic]

"I Wish It Would Rain Down" with Eric Clapton on Lead Guitar - great song!

[@acha8017]

One of the best videos I’ve seen. Thank you for giving one of the greatest of all time the recognition he always deserved!

[@livingtransformed]

Just saw Phil last September in Atlanta, thank you for this tribute video. I can't imagine my childhood without his all his meaningful songs. Truly the greatest.

[@jasonlewis8934]

I have never seen a better concert than Phil Collins at Riverbend Music Center Cincinnati Ohio 1994. Absolutely incredible!

[@mleko23]

Phil Collins is a hit song writing God and one of the greatest drummers... DAMN RIGHT!

[@DillonPink]

The most underrated artist and drummer. What a voice and damn good performer. Love Phil Collins and I love his song "Can't stop loving you".

[@abcthe3rd967]

Love the Spotify playlist. You should do this for EVERY video you do. I'm at the tail end of Gen X, and I grew up with Phil Collins always on the radio. Thanks for reminding me just how great and prolific he was.

[@ProfessorofRock]

We will start including Spotify playlists with every video! Thank you for your support and comment!

[@rachelwise148]

It was a fan suggestion. ME!

[@ProfessorofRock]

@Thomas Scott I'm betting you've never really put on a great pair of headphones and listened to some of of Phil's great songs I mentioned with an open mind. If you did you wouldn't be able to stop your toe from tapping or the joy in your heart. Give it a shot.

[@BRO_v1]

Thomas Scott how so? I don’t see it so I’m just kindly curious how you got there.

[@coolcat6303]

Thomas Scott Anytime I hear someone say “corporate rock” or “they sold out” because they dared to write a hit song that appeals to the masses... it just screams “Music Snob” to me. And just because a song or album is popular, that doesn’t make it bad.

[@sagewisdom1]

Thank you for this video. Phil is my favorite artist and his music has been the definitive soundtrack of my life. I've seen him perform a dozen times in New York, London, and Paris both solo and with Genesis. I'm looking forward to the new Genesis tour that I'm certain will come to America next year. I might still fly to England just to see them, not sure yet. I really appreciate the props you give him for the unbelievable success he has accomplished with his undeniable talent, hard work ethic, and straight forward lyrical style. I have nothing to add because you covered everything I wanted to say plus I never realized that he is indeed the only artist to have a successful solo and band career simultaneously. He is the definition of a legend! The greatest musician of all time, Phil Collins.

[@zutamijeje4678]

Phil Collins should be given a knighthood already

[@birdman6414]

You hit the nail right on its head....,..been a fan of Phil when he joined Genesis....his drumming was absolutely contagious and then to emerg from behind the kit.....well you pretty much sumed it up.....

[@DadNinjaGuy]

Excellent tribute! Wish I could give it multi Thumbs-up! Been a Genesis fan since 1980 when I first saw them and love all early to late Genesis. With that comes Phil...your statements about his talents were spot-on.

[@sahangunawardana4859]

He is great vocalist, his voice is glass shattering, thank you for feature him.

[@JacobFrey]

Perfectly said, Professor. What an incredible career and contribution to modern music! I will ALWAYS listen to Phil.

[@reddeadbandjam]

I was lucky enough to watch Phil perform twice in Australia last year. Front row center. I grew up listening to Phil as an 80s kid and have continued to enjoy his music throughout the years. Thank you for this video 🤠

[@Capt.Gagan.Boparai]

Thanks a million for this dedication to the greatest musicians of our times, I always wondered why people don't recognize his work the way he deserves. My heart goes out to the genius who gave so many wonderful songs..!

[@samsmithbr]

Thanks, what an excellent review on such a fabulous musician,,, literally Iconic!

[@vegetatim]

Thanks for the playlist, I love love love Phil Collins. I listened to his music growing up in the 80s, and still listen to it today. Genesis and solo stuff, it's all amazing, and I'm glad that people are finally recognizing how talented and remarkable he is.

[@joaquinarrue1189]

This video is everything. I mean, Phil managed to run a worldwide famous band and solo career AT THE SAME TIME. And hitting the charts over and over again. He went from really complex progressive rock songs to deep beautiful ballads, drumming, singing, playing piano, producing. Touring all over the world constantly. And never acquiring that rockstar figure but the complete opposite. He clearly doesn't get the recognition he deserves. But, from a Chilean 27 years old fan (look where his music has reach to) who have been listening him and Genesis since first memories, Phil is one of the greatest of all time. The soundtrack of my life.

[@kerrypotenza1679]

Thank you for this much deserved tribute to the great Phil Collins.

[@dietmarschuller3963]

Phil definitely deserves another Grammy for his lifetime achievement!

[@dhillaadjie1833]

Man, you're surely a brother of mine! I'm 24 and i started to become Phil Collins' fans from 7. I put a deep of respect to him, he's all i look up to. He triggers me to work ambitiously and do it with some extra energy. I love him that much, thank you for reminding these people that there's a legend like Phil

[@hangarby10]

Totally agree! Way under appreciated. Phenomenal drummer and singer.

[@ericramos4699]

Into deep,,hold on my heart and home by the sea is nostalgic songs from my childhood days...that is why i like phil..his soft voices has a relax feelings when you hear.. he is.my idol since 1988..

[@stuf2w]

Thanks for the great video celebrating Phil. Amazing talent, so genuine and humble, and a self-deprecating sense of humour. Who else would name their tour "Not Dead Yet"? Much love for Phil. Keep up the amazing work Professor!

[@ArchDuke519]

I can't argue with anything you said about Phil. I grew up in the 80's listening to Phil Collins and Genesis, my father always had tapes, and eventually CD's, in his truck. We'd listen to their albums while driving around. Some wonderful memories there. As for my favorite song I'd have to said either Dance Into the Light or Wear My Hat. The Dance Into the Light album hit me like a ton of bricks. It was the first album my dad gave me from his collection to have and listen to on my own. Not the most popular or best reviewed albums I guess but it's a pure moment from my teen years that I'll always have a soft spot for. I"m so glad I found your channel and love your work! Happy to be a subscriber!

[@KG-th3cr]

Dance into the light had so much great energy to it. It was different but still had the same "Phil" feel to it. It never fails to bring my spirits up when I listen to it.

[@rk41gator]

Love and Respect. You nailed it. Phil Collins is always "substance above style". 100 yrs from now they will still be playing Genesis and probably Phil's ballads.

[@ratnaariyanti483]

Phil is a genius ! A multi talented legend in history of music. ! I’m truly grateful that he became part of my youth’s golden memories during the 80’s n 90’s music. Sone of my fave are “ two hearts”, “throw it all away”, “ one more night”, “in the air tonite” n many more ! Thamks much for sharing phil”s incomparable work . Greetingz from Indonesia. !🌸👍👍👍👏🏽👏🏽

[@Amandah8]

I love Phil so much. Seeing that there is still content on him today makes me so happy. I fell in love with his music 4 years ago and am so glad to have learned about him, the rest of my generation needs to as well. Loved this video!!

[@joemccloud1850]

This video brought me so much happiness. I've always been such a huge fan of Phil Collins ever since I was a kid. In fact, the first cassette tape I ever owned was the 1983 Genesis self-titled album. My love affair for Genesis and Phil Collins has never wavered since. I always felt he never received the respect he deserved, so this video really did give me some affirmation that I wasn't "lame" for enjoying Phil's music. I was finally able to see him live last year and was in tears multiple times throughout the evening. I went to that concert alone. My wife and daughter had no interest in joining me, none of my friends... I'm sure my dad would've gone had he still been alive. But I enjoyed every moment nonetheless. Here's to hoping Genesis adds a second US leg to their 2020 tour. Thanks again for the video. It meant a lot.

[@tobyandthunder1765]

I’ve been a devoted fan since 1974. I think his book was forgotten to be discussed. Wow ! Was that great! He turns whatever he touches into gold ! I can’t even pick one song.......there’s just too many !! When Phil took over the singing duties , I loved the band even more because his voice does justice to ALL the songs from the Gabriel era. I love Gabriel. He is a wonderful writer but his singing isn’t anything near the beauty and strength of Phil’s. All of his kids are super talented too ,!! Hs such a cutie, I wish I knew him !!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@herrrubezahl5554]

I've been a fan of Genesis (incl. solo careers) since No Son Of Mine was released in the autumn of 1991. That was the first single from the We Can't Dance album. The amount of great music those guys did with the band and solo is so incredible; it seems there is always a song or an album for every mood and every phase in your life. This musical legacy will be part of my life until the day I die. Thank you, Professor, for this portrait of the legendary Phil Collins, who often get so unfairly treated.

[@aceoconner4890]

I love Phil my all-time favorite singer thanks 🇬🇧

[@CardsharpChris]

Thank you so, so much Professor. That was beautiful! I really appreciate you doing this one. I don’t understand the vitriol that some have for Phil. My first introductions to Phil were Abacab and Face Value. I never looked back. I have the entire Genesis (Peter and Phil) and Phil Collins catalogs. I would just like to mention that as big as he and Peter are, I still love Mike and Tony. Tony Banks is my favorite Genesis member. Anyway, the music that Phil is a part of will last forever. Thank you for saying things like that.

[@SandraHof]

His songs are interwoven with memories from my life. Especially Turn It On Again and Another Day in Paradise.

[@catbravo994]

I can't even pick a top ten because there are too many great songs that are #1 for me. I listened and appreciated his music growing up on the radio & buying his music. I do find that the older I get the more I hang on every word he sings. THE BEST MUSICIAN - hands down!!!!!

[@Aaron_Ick]

I've been listening to his music all my life and is because of that, specifically for the song In the air tonight, that I decided to became a drummer. Thanks to my dad to introduce me to such incredible artist

[@March_for_Aries]

Even though I love his hit songs, possibly my favorite song by (only) him is "I Missed Again". I don't know what is about but it just makes me so happy to hear. My favorite song of Phil regardless of it being a solo song or not is Easy Lover, it's another song that just makes you so happy to hear.

[@AY-sp4nn]

Genesis/Phil Collins my Favorite!!! Great smart video Professor of Rock!!!

[@markusw7936]

NOW I have something in my eyes. Your video touched my heart! Damn, Genesis was my first real favorite band, Phil was my first favorite solo artist. So I really love your "love letter" to Phil Collins!

[@Yuval_Ronen]

Agree with every word. Phil Collins is one of the all time greats. His songs are timeless, and his productions are still sounding fresh to this day. Every time I listen to one of his songs I find something new to appreciate, even after listening to them hundreds of times. Also love your channel, your content, and your passion. Please keep it up!

[@marcsandroni4898]

All hail Phil Collins! Even with all this success and accolades he's still underappreciated. Phil RULES!!!

[@MetalMama-Mimi523]

Once again you are perfectly spot on with your commentary. It is tragic but yet not shocking that he has been left out of the R&R Hall of Fame.

[@gospos1]

Wow Professor!!..I grew up with the music of Genesis and Phil Collins throughout the late seventies and eighties..I was so impressed with the depth of your knowledge and literally had goosebumps through this whole video when the realization of his achievements are laid out like only YOU can...Thank you for sharing his talents and yours!!..Paul

[@stevemclean5787]

If there was ever someone who deserves a lifetime achievement award it would be Phil Collins for sure. Out of this entire body of work, the one song that was a total gut punch for me was, don't let him steal your heart away

[@BucsFan9999]

Phil Collins’ ballads never get old. Separate Lives is my favorite. I am grateful that I got to see him live when he was still drumming. An icon. Great tribute

[@jacquesMgt]

Great job professor! Without a doubt Phil is one of a kind...he's simply brilliant, amazing artist!

[@sammysoppy3361]

I was born in 81 and Phil Collins is the singer of so many songs that were constantly playing in the background of my childhood to the point where when I was a kid I was like “if I hear cant hurry live or groovy kind of love again imma cry” lol

[@scottsmith1455]

One of a kind! What he has accomplished is unmatched by any artist!

[@annroseberglind2539]

Thanks for the video. Phil collins is my favorite musician. I finally got to go to a concert of his 2 years ago, it was on my bucket list.

[@RickHawkDavison]

Phil is not only from my childhood, but my entire life, from first love, heartbreak, to wedding, birth of children, divorce, betrayal and death. He spans all for Everyone! God bless Phil, and I thank him with all my heart.