"The Kids Are Alright" - Live at the Royal Albert Hall

The Kids Are Alright performed by The Who at the Royal Albert Hall.

[@braydenfletcher8159]

Keith is looking proudly down on Zak Starkey and thinking "The Kid Is Alright"

[@pjmu501]

Love the look Pete gives to Roger at the end. Roger always put his heart and soul into Pete’s songs

[@desert.mantis]

💯

[@markstfc2]

Pete Townshend can only be described as a genius, enough said.

[@brettbanta2100]

Yessir, agree 10000000000000 %

[@rw4749]

Well said!!

[@anferneelezagney5439]

Let's not forget that this was a charity concert for Teenage Cancer Trust! All of the gate was donated. All of it.

[@JoeH728]

hard to hold a tear, if you imagine this song in a context of your own dysfunctional family........The Who will always be one of my favorite groups,.....hands down

[@thomasbeardslee734]

Wowww whattta great n deep deep thought

[@____Ai____]

this is the most beautiful version of the song, whenever I watch the whole concert I pause it & call my dad in so we can watch this bit together

[@vegetableman5062]

MsMoonTheLoon That is a beautiful thing Ms Moon. X

[@vegetableman5062]

God, I wasn't expecting the added verses at the end. It was a lovely rendition up to Pete singing, and then bang! Me in tears. Utterly beautiful. Glad John was there too.

[@maryfrog74marie-lise89]

Yes, exactly. This is the VERY best version of that song because of the 2 voices singing "à la tierce", and DALTREY's voice is outstanding particularly when in the high-pitched. This version is excellent, very enjoyable !

[@maryfrog74marie-lise89]

@Jimmi Jams Hee, hee !

[@operationcentral]

@@maryfrog74marie-lise89 It is my absolute favorite too. That Pete vocal in the middle. Absolute magic.

[@nikitajain5412]

my favourite Who song RIP to the best rhythm section in rock

[@nikitajain5412]

best bassist top 5 drummer

[@opowqte]

One of the Best songs ever written and played!

[@montysmith1004]

Up in heaven Keith will be proud of Zak.

[@nikitajain5412]

Kenny

[@johnnydtractive]

it's like the man paints a masterpiece, & then 12 or 29 or 40 years later he decides to add a whole 'nother layer of paint and gesso & brushstrokes to the masterpiece. An old man, touching up his masterpiece. & it's ANOTHER FUCKING MASTERPIECE. Dang.

[@93qketq8]

Zak Starkey was the absolute best drummer for The Who since Kieth's passing.

[@loosilu]

Keith taught him how to play drums!

[@mrcool665]

@@loosilu Keith bought Zak his first drum set. So I guess that makes ZS a legacy

[@robertbykowski1398]

Moon taught Zak how to play the drums, and it's quite obvious judging from this video.

[@FourWimdzS]

Ive seen the daltry ...the 2ho thing the who zachkey!

[@FourWimdzS]

Starkey

[@Barbarian1244]

John Entwistle Man that man turned the Bass from an instrument almost nobody in rock cared about in his time But then John came and turned the Bass from an instrument almost nobody cared about in rock to inspiring many people in rock to actually go and Play Bass and all that thanks to John Entwistle"s Spectacular Bass playing May God bless you John and I hope you have a great time in Bass Heaven or who knows maybe God decided to Reincarnate you as another Kick ass Bassist Guitarist whether even if your male again or who knows maybe even a female but anyway God bless Entwistle for what he did to The Bass and may his soul rest in piece in Bass Heaven.

[@moogyboy6]

The second half is just pure latter-day Townshend; an eloquent, reflective, and heartfelt commentary on his own song but from the perspective of the other end of a long and distinguished career. I do wish John had been able to chime in with his thoughts, especially since he didn't have much longer to live here, but he would probably have used the opportunity for a bit of his trademark morbid humor.

[@FoghornLeghorn66]

Beyond the simple positve votes for The Who, as someone who was 20 when they actually wrote this stuff, I have to remark on Roger's perfect, absolutely perfect, management of this song live. He does not stretch to notes he can no longer reach and he plays nicely, but not stupidly, to the audience. What a beautiful practitioner of his art. I look at Roger and think "wow, what a superb example of grace with the wisdon of age". Only Robert Plant can equal this level of eloquence. Hats off.

[@cejannuzi]

He never could stretch. They let Townshend do the high notes.

[@tomscholte603]

Brilliantly stated! Thank you for this astute and loving observation.

[@robertstorey01296]

this is just one of those songs that is just brilliant . sounds like the inner monologue of a mod on uppers.

[@michaelmcdonald8877]

bobst657 Love that phrase of yours. Best wishes!

[@rickl5596]

I absolutely love what Townsend (greatest rock lyricist ever??!) did to update the song.

[@pjmu501]

What always gets me when watching them perform live is if you watch closely how Pete defers to roger Pete showing the respect of rogers interputaion 0f his songs.

[@kzinful]

Many years ago when watching a concert by The Who on TV with friends, there was a young punk who loved Metalica ( nothing wrong with that ) who wouldn't stop ragging on about The Who, he simply kept on till we almost came to blows..( laughing ) The moral to this story : Metalica imploded and the kids remain. And they are Alright

[@burtw.9018]

Its great to see the Ox with the band. If I had to list the three most memorable bass players I've seen live in concert I'd say..... (1) John Entwistle (2) Geddy Lee (3) Chris Squire

[@marshallross3373]

Ah, yes. The big three. Definitely very influential, and groundbreaking players who really pushed the role of electric bass into new dimensions. I think John Entwistle inspired Chris Squire who influenced Geddy Lee. Anyway, I concur with your list.

[@thecolourrose9022]

Jack bruce replaces geddy anyday squire i agree

[@VonBeck411]

G-Dammit! The Irony and serendipity of having Zak Starkey as the best Who drummer since, (well ya know when... full Moon anyone). Is perfect and magical. Best Rock and Roll imho ever!

[@gerardokeefe]

What a great version of a terrific song. The jam 3/4 of the way through is amazing!!!

[@loyaldude10]

Unbelievable how good they still sound after 40 + years after song first recorded. Unbelievable how well Roger can sing, and his range. Greaest group ever!

[@dersh65]

Nobody compares to the Who. Greatest fucking band of all time!! Pete is a musical genius!!

[@desert.mantis]

Roger's voice is stellar! I saw The Who and Golden Earring at Madison Square Garden during the Quadrophenia tour. This Albert Hall performance is super!

[@BeStOfBaRi]

Roger has a great voice!! I

[@blaelak]

Gatto Gattez, i'm agree with that. The Who is the best band in the world!!!

[@carolbuckley7900]

Fuck Yeah! 🔥🔥🔥🔥💜💜💜💜

[@cherylfrederick7228]

The Who are just plain fantastic!

[@JoeH728]

hands down.....their best performance with the song

[@noeljohnson868]

...such a graceful bass player...

[@josepharmand6117]

And a couple of really nice small interactions between Townsend and Daltrey...a nod, a smile, a look. They might annoy the crap out of each other but it sure looked like respect and affection to me.

[@mikemcf33]

christ, I noticed the same thing. at the end the smile Pete has towards Roger as he finishes the song tells it all.

[@pjmu501]

I’ve watched this numerous times. And that exchange at the end were Pete looks to roger with obvious admiration gets me every time.. also love Pete’s added lyrics telling his story when he wrote the song awesome stuff

[@jackiejones8000]

The Who are the best Live band of all time, Much better than all the other great rock bands like The Beatles, The Beach Boys, And the Stones, I love all of those bands but nobody can be a better live band Than The Who. Hairs stick up on the back of you're head when you watch the Who live.

[@creamybucket6286]

Jackie Jones The Who and The La’s live are the best

[@KabobHope]

They were awful at the Superbowl. I felt sorry for them. There one of the greatest bands who should retire.

[@thomasandersen6719]

Kabob hope. Are you an idiot? They were SUPERB at the Superbowl. Possibly the best half time show ever

[@jeffreykaufmann2867]

The Beatles couldn't even hear themselves sing. They probably would have been a better live band if the technology was better

[@execatty]

They're awesome.. 👍 Rush best though, 😀

[@Fm-js9lm]

I was lucky to see The Who for the first time at the Lyceum when I was 14 or 15 , I’m 64 now and seen them umpteen times over the years and they are a class act, thank you Graham Johnson for introducing this band to me.

[@mariocurtis2208]

At 17 I heard The Who at Sheffield and Leeds. Remember it clear as yesterday. Good times. This takes me back.

[@opowqte]

This songs touches me like few songs can. .Thank you The Who for giving me your sweet Music and this special song that reaches my core.

[@pauldebouvre9646]

Goosebumps everytime. We are all alright!

[@Ashencrowe]

YES! Except that one guy....

[@cherylfrederick7228]

Beautiful rendition of a classic song. Love Pete Townshends version at the climatic end! Zac Starkey does a great job on drums! So thrilled I found this live version today. Long Reign the WHO!

[@thespies2075]

One of my absolute favourite Who songs.

[@ICPinOz]

Still love this,the very best version of a great song.

[@axiomist4488]

That's Ringo Jr. on the drums, everybody. He really kicks ass ! This is one of those beautiful songs they did back in '66. My favorite time for music .

[@whotwo]

THE WHO --- simply the best live rock band ever !!!!! Then and now, and don't give me any crap about the stones, they haven't been able to really play for years and years.

[@johnnymossville]

Love it when Pete lets loose and adds some gain to that Fender. Possibly the best live version of this song ever.

[@Drummer14534]

This is the best band that ever lived, One of the best singers, badass bassist, crazy drummer, and the fucking greatest guitarist on the entire planet

[@rw4749]

Wonderful to see The Ox and Rabbit on keyboard!

[@professorwillard]

Love this version. It would be cool to hear Pete & Roger revisit more of their hits like this.

[@rogerbaltrey6754]

Quite frankly the greatest lead singer in rock history.

[@rogerbaltrey6754]

Yes sir! And his best performance at the age of 57!

[@tomjohnson9965]

If I could pick a voice to have, it's his.

[@thomasbeardslee734]

@@rogerbaltrey6754 I can't stand this guy but what bout eddy vedder

[@anthonygerace8926]

Yeah, Daltrey was the best rock singer. But what's amazing to me is that if The Who had been a trio without Daltrey -- with Townshend and Entwistle on vocals -- they still would have been one of the greatest bands ever.

[@kyyowa129]

@@anthonygerace8926 This might just be a case of familiarity breeding contempt, but I really do prefer Pete and John on vocals. Pete's voice was able to be so delicate, yet still have attitude when it needed. John's voice was so versatile, both in range and dynamics. I personally love his versions of Twist and Shout.

[@BostonWhoFan515]

Somehow you ARE alright Pete. And thank god for that. Pete Townshend, one of my idols.

[@buddyvilla7393]

An extended six minute version. Freaking awesome!!!! My favorite song from the early days. John “Theox”Entwhistle is still terribly missed. Sinc John died The Who have had as many bassists as Spinal Tap had drummers. Peter Dennis Blanford Townshend a man for all generations!!!!! At an age when most Rock nRoll stars are in a nursing home or in Forest Lawn Pete and Roger Daltrey are still out there performing incredibly fantastic.

[@dersh65]

Nobody is better than the Ox. That's my opinion as well as millions and millions of others. You like Bruce. Good for you. Join his fan club.

[@RedLaZer2]

I love these guys. I think this is one of their finest albums, especially disc 1 :)

[@TheGoblin1975]

at 1:12, keith moon is somewhere smiling his cracked tooth beer smile and hears the luvly rock n roll chaos a bit

[@ST3V3NAT3R14]

Fantastic...the genius that is Pete Townshend

[@Fm-js9lm]

I was lucky enough to see the original group, but what great replacements for bass and drums in the present format, John Entwhisle was a one off

[@echomcguire6045]

This song is 100 % Britpop. Such a beautiful song. I don't know how to explain what I want to say about it, but never mind… I'm French and I can tell, you British people, have the best rock bands on planet earth by far…

[@Thankful72]

The greatest fucking rock band of all time. Roger and Pete don't get enough credit. I wish I knew of Mr Entwistle before his passing.

[@Bluestone524]

Brother...you missed the greatest bass player ever

[@valarmorghulis2350]

Check out his bass in Happy Jack…

[@samstauble707]

Roger looks so happy in this vid!

[@Barbarian1244]

The Who were Punk Rock they had the attitude for their time they had that Rebellious streak with the attitude as well and they had the sound to match it on top of that.

[@Barbarian1244]

Best version of the Kids are alright by The Who yes even better than their original 1965 recording.

[@freedomisall5620]

This is just brilliant

[@zoebidule3397]

Very good ending with DALTREY's voice. I do not see WHY Pete smiles like if he was sorry !!!!! BEST VERSION of that song !!!

[@iliasgeorgantas6122]

Just amazing, inspiring and emotional!!!

[@AnotherBlush]

It's so moving to hear this song and see these guys do it from the perspective of years. (Miss you Keith) Very touching. I love Pete almost as much as Eddie Vedder does. Maybe more.

[@lawdawg5818]

Def more...

[@bigmatt9494]

i dont understand why people feel the need to compare bands to each other. the who and cream are both legendary!!! now stfu and enjoy the music. btw im amazed at how rogers voice managed to last for so many decades. he sounds great here

[@tommyhaynes9157]

Moon played it with snare accents on one and three. Zack is hitting the snare just on three. Two different feels, both are fine

[@MeGeorgeSand]

Well done,I love this song.Sounds I little bit like the Beatles ,softer than other songs by the Who.

[@geoffpoole483]

I think it's the vocal harmonies that give it that Beatles touch. Great version.

[@ccadam]

Has to be the most harmonious Who song.

[@anthonygerace8926]

That sounds right. The Beatles made it big commercially a couple of years before The Who did, so this might have been a successful attempt to get a Beatles-like sound. But Keith Moon (in the original recording) adds a whole other dimension, as he did for all of The Who songs until his death.

[@VoxMax-dl3yx]

Great song and lyrics..

[@jrinthe8187]

The Who are a bit Alright. Nah they are totally Alright. Thanks for posting. Nice to see John on Bass. RIP man.

[@luckylexi85]

wow this is beautiful. thank you for sharing this with us all.

[@frenkie1958]

This is absolutely fantastic; what a performance: great!

[@bennyv69]

Such a good version goose bumps all over

[@franky2629]

Just saw Roger Daltrey do this tune at Mohegan Sun Arena ( 6/20/2024) at age 80 ( !) - and still smoked it! ( Pete Townshends brother was on guitar)

[@carolbuckley7900]

One of my absolute fave songs hands down! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥💘🔥💘🔥

[@opowqte]

One of my Favorite songs ,,tells my life..and expresses my beliefs from a way only The Who can.

[@peterkelsey5841]

Absolutely Wonderful, fantastic version.

[@benjaminkenton6021]

Love this song

[@ryouchan1173]

I just love this so much! It makes me feel so good.

[@paulrob55]

Nice playing Zak.

[@Ashencrowe]

You bet! THAT kid turned out alright, too!

[@execatty]

Just a beautiful tune

[@philipnicholson4843]

Sensational, beautiful.

[@cherylfrederick7228]

Ringo Starr said The Who should have asked him to play as their drummer 10 years earlier!

[@alainsalemi6049]

Quelle mélodie, toute une belle époque

[@interman007]

Thank you Zak!

[@vikklas]

Excellent version!!

[@JP-pm5hj]

This song always reminded me a bit of Substitute

[@cherylfrederick7228]

Roger Daltry....A humble guy.

[@rangepuppies]

Some kids are pretty far from alright. I get that it's a nice sentiment.

[@rollquickandshake]

All are great musicans - Roger has a verry difficult songpart - just great and beautiful !!!

[@YouzTube99]

Whoa! -- 5:19 With what Daltrey's voice has been through over the decades he had NO business being able to sing that delicately and in that register. Nice how Townshend acknowledges it in the moment. Those two have sure been through a lot together. And that was live, kids. No lip synching, click track crap for these lads.

[@mickdevlin]

Best! Pop song! Ever!

[@alviansyahh764]

I love this song

[@daltondnt]

Fantastic WHO, so many years in the road...

[@jefferydowler4655]

I wish I was playing drums for this moment in time. I wouldn't need half the drums. Or the pay.

[@maryfrog74marie-lise89]

WHY DID YOU LAUGH TOWNSHEND ???? The end taken over by DALTREY has been EXCELLENT !!!!!!!!!!

[@Mod-rw9cw]

Brilliant !

[@pedrochazarrabernabe633]

A fantastic song

[@samcrow2488]

I think one of the best who songs

[@actnatch]

Very cool version thnx

[@hoylapelicula]

Envejeció lindo este temazo!!

[@bicarabebas7612]

great song..!! i like very best..The Who is best

[@peterfarkas2154]

Great version

[@GirolamiBass]

amazing

[@CantankerousTwat]

What a Band.......................

[@CircunferenciaPunga]

those kids were always alright!!!