The Osmonds (video) Yo Yo

The Osmonds on the Flip Wilson Show which aired 16th September 1971.
These guys had the coolest moves ever - excellent.
Woah, oh, ho, just like a yo-yo
Woah, oh, ho, just like a yo-yo
Well, it`s hard for me to see
How you got such a hold on me
First I`m up and then Im down
Then my heart goes around and around
Well, I`ll bet you five dollars
I`m the only fool who will
Climb up a string for you
Oh, yeah, and need I say
I can`t break away
You control every
Little thing I do
I used to be a swinger
Til you wrapped me
Round your finger
Just like a yo-yo
Just like a yo-yo
Turning, turning
Love keeps burning
Like a fire in my heart
When were apart but
When were back together
You keep changing like
The weather, whoops, now
Oh, yeah, like a yo-yo
Oh, just like a yo-yo
Heard what he said
Like a yo-yo
Oh, just like a yo-yo
Where I go and what I do
Well, it all just depends on you
You build me up just to let me down
But I dare not to make a sound
Cause I`m so afraid
You will cast me away
Like a beat up, worn out toy
So I hold on tight
With all my might just
To be your loving boy, yeah
No matter what they say or do
I gotta bounce right
Back to you now
Just like a yo-yo
Just like a yo-yo
Turning, turning
Love keeps burning
Like a fire in my heart
When were apart but
When were back together
You keep changing like
The weather, whoops, now
Oh, yeah, like a yo-yo
Oh, just like a yo-yo......

[@larrytate4586]

As a guy I thought they were corny back in the day, but now in my mid 60’s I appreciate their talent. We need this kind of entertainment back. Good clean and G rated. And yes, the Osmonds need to be in the rock and roll hall of fame.

[@esmiley3]

I am 60 and remember the Osmonds. I feel the same.

[@dianewright6204]

I'm 61 and also feel the same.

[@jkingston5498]

Nope, still corny

[@user-ri7ee2dy7y]

They always played to the girls, I was more into the British Invasion , and more Soulful songs……… I don’t disregard their talent tho…,,,,,.

[@racontoor]

Ok boomer

[@theresaholguin699]

When I was a teenager l had my bedroom walls covered in Osmond posters, Elvis, and The Jackson Five. When I moved out. My mom left the posters hanging on the walls. When she passed away in 1990. I inherited the property. I moved back in the house. I left the posters hanging on the walls for several years. I took them down in 1996. I rolled them up and put them in the closet. I still have them as of 2021.

[@KC-713]

Don't get rid of them. I also had a lot of posters on my walls. My mom sold the house, when we moved to the new house, a lot of the boxes had mysteriously disappeared. Posters were never seen again. My sister lost all her barbie dolls. 💔. To this day nobody knows what happened to those missing boxes. Weird. 🤔

[@carriefritz-younique8063]

Same here till there wasn't none left to hang up went to there concert too.

[@gtate135]

Awesome

[@beckymadrid5894]

No David Cassidy?

[@trinadungan5840]

@@KC-713 That's sad. I had a similar thing happen.

[@balticbabe1]

I don't understand how this audience can sit there, arms and legs crossed and not even at least shake their head. I'd be up dancing!

[@candiekane12]

I'd be doing the yo-yo with them!!😊💜

[@brendalg4]

They probably told them if they made noise, they would get kicked out. I remember a Merv Griffin show with the Bay City Rollers on it. They told the girls if they would be quiet they could sit on the stage. Normally something like that would get cut out of the show.

[@yossarian6799]

it was the Flip Wilson show, so most of the audience were probably in their 30s to 50s. That, and Americans didn't behave like common street trash back then.

[@brendalg4]

@@yossarian6799 why would the audience be that old? I remember watching it as a kid.

[@yossarian6799]

@@brendalg4 I dunno. The studio audiences back then seemed to be nothing but older married types. And for some reason, Baby Boomer (and later) teens were embarrassed to be seen with their parents. I remember being a little kid and my boomer oldest brother had a big party in the garage and went crying to Mom because the girls kept asking our Dad (who was very handsome and charming) to dance instead of dancing with the boys. Mom made Dad go in the bedroom and watch TV until the party ended. Then the girls kept asking, "Tim, where'd your Dad go?" Poor Timmy, he couldn't win for losing...

[@TheMaggiemay77]

Everyone knows the Osmond brothers are talented, and Marie too of course, but when I watch something like this I realize I’ve been underestimating how ABSOLUTELY gifted and talented and hard-working they are!! It’s just amazing and so fun to watch! Man, they are so talented!! And what lovely people they all are!

[@ariaantje1963]

I can not agree more

[@crystalsswtor3760]

Exactly and I love how they stood by their principles and who they were. I liked them all when I was a kid, but of course I liked Donny the most lol, and to this day love the color purple.

[@BienvenidoDelaRosa-ms8th]

I keep llving them more than ever before

[@jordankaiser2717]

It took a lot of work and practice to get that performance so tight!

[@colejx78]

Hard to believe but at one point in their career they wanted to expand their musical repertoire by singing edger rock but discouraged by their manager.

[@bobpadilla4697]

So impressed how they don’t miss a beat with choreography. Talented family.

[@usfanlovesjiwoo1978]

Very much in sync they all were.

[@ChiefsGirlSince1989]

They were known as the 1 take Osmonds.

[@alicehenderson7983]

Yes they were extremely talented, for kids & just got even better

[@superathlete216]

They can really dance!!!!

[@Darkhuntersrule]

There is a scene in the made for tv movie about the Jackson 5, Were Joe basically lights into them because of The Osmonds, when I watch this clip, THIS is what I think of and why he was worried. Both groups of brothers were very talented and at that time very similar...but of course, Michael basically blew them all away.

[@belcher41257]

I have to admit as an adult I have a new appreciation for Merrill singing. When I was younger I didn’t notice anyone but Donny. Love them, always a fan.

[@teresanossek3221]

Next to Donny Merrell was my favorite 😍 he's so cute!!!!

[@ninamartinez5171]

Awww that's so sweet. The Osmond's are all still very handsome gentlemen. ❤ their music that's very rare for my generation 😊

[@richardmeyersmeyers8123]

Learned something new from you today. Was it also Merrill singing the opening line of Down By The Lazy River?

[@WBCRO]

@@richardmeyersmeyers8123. Yep- that’s Merrill. I honestly think he was terribly under-appreciated. His voice has a slight grit/growl plus warmth that really brought the songs to life. He’s super talented!

[@jad8123]

They are so good here. The choreography is off the charts. Crazy good.

[@poppashots994]

They had to keep up with the Jackson 5... So it had to be on point.

[@danabarry81]

Their choreography is FLAWLESS here!

[@queunlimited4779]

Much more involved choreography than the Jackson's

[@chainamarie03]

@@danabarry81 absolutely right!!

[@chainamarie03]

@@poppashots994 Their talent and dancing/singing was so waaaaay beyond the Jacksons. You can't be serious about "keeping up the Jacksons'..

[@shannontobias2300]

HOW are these guys not in the rock and roll Hall of Fame? They're every bit as much "rock and roll" as the Jackson 5 were, and MUCH more rock and roll than many of the more recent inductees; the Osmonds are being hugely disrespected. Such a crazy amount of talent in one family! I could watch this video, as well as Down By The Lazy River all day. Blown away by their dancing and Merril's voice is amazing. Perfect rock voice.

[@melvingosa3474]

I grew up with both the Osmonds and the Jackson 5 and you're right , they should be in the Hall of Fame because they truly are some " Straight Gangstas " !!!!

[@lauracrane1465]

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is hypocritical. Look at the groups in there now. I think that the Osmonds have been black balled.

[@Burdascoobsti]

Because they didn’t have long term success probably

[@hippiepeace8614]

Rock and roll Hall of Fame is a joke I'll never go back

[@jerryjasinski8229]

Why are they not in that hall of fame? They are not crazy long-haired freaks.

[@catherinecastelli9105]

Big fan. Remember their show. That was entertainment. Not like the garbage on today

[@chipwalter4490]

This is garbage where a white family rips off black musicianship. They are blatantly copying the Jackson 5 without any shame. They have the little white boy copying Michael Jackson’s distinctive style as if it was an impersonator.

[@tinanoel452]

They need to be in the Rock n roll hall of Fame, love them

[@kinglord7707]

Wow they haven't yet it's shocking

[@PeaceandLovealways-x6j]

They learned every instrument in a weeks time it seemed!

[@LoveShackSarah88]

LONG OVERDUE its TIME

[@jerrimenard3092]

I thought they were in the Hall of Fame.

[@kande6916]

The most talented and hard working underrated group ever!!! I for one love them!!!

[@lilpoohbear653]

:))))))))))))

[@debbienorris8820]

Love them all! Wtg guys!

[@cathyorr7471]

Absolutely ❤

[@danieldickson8591]

@@MJ-xh4fl All those groups are similar but different in some ways. J5 really leaned on Michael. As a group they had good stage presence but their choreography wasn't tight like this. The Sylvers were kind of the opposite, very in-sync dancers as well as fine vocalists, but they lacked the Osmonds' stage presence. All had their strengths and were worthy of success.

[@debralight9902]

Absolutely agree!!

[@steveparadise3710]

The Jackson 5, Cowsills, Monkees, Partridge Family, and the Osmonds...I was born in 1960 and was a part of it all! Take heed young people, time goes by faster than you think.

[@kirbharp2157]

Same here.... Well said!

[@docgonzales]

Really? I've felt like i've lived a thousand years already.

[@royjohnson465]

Me too!!!

[@cristinacarson437]

Couldn't agree more

[@MrCtsSteve]

You got that right

[@tapiteasy]

Im black and I was in love with Michael Jackson and Donny Osmond. At that time, you had to be. 😂 Great, great memories.

[@curlyd1976]

Merrill had, and still has, a very powerful voice 👏 👌

[@Mr.56Goldtop]

Unfortunately he's is retired now.

[@ninamartinez5171]

I think all the Osmond's have retired ? i believe Donny And Marie are also retiring from there Vegas show this year ? they certainly earned it they have been working there whole lives? What amazing talented humbled beautiful kind loving caring compassionate Understanding patient family i ❤ and respect all of the Osmond's families. Fantastic clean true entertainment that you won't find today 😊 that's a fact.

[@sidneygwaltney9931]

Merrill was church all day Jay took it to a different level with crazy horses nobody was not rocking DeFranco here the family j5 Osmonds the sylivers

[@nancyericson4263]

@@ninamartinez5171 In Donny's part of their Vegas show, He (along with dancers) re-created the dance steps from this video. It's on here. Just type Donny Osmond Yo-Yo. There are several versions he has done live (there was a cruise) but this is the best performancekzbin.info/www/bejne/Zna0oZiNqcyGabM

[@eduardoe5195]

Just one song, and I am back at my childhood. Thanks Osmond brothers. Priceless!!

[@ninamartinez5171]

So happy for you that's really sweet. Keep enjoying the good times 😊

[@michaelverbakel7632]

Just like a Yo-Yo. The Osmonds could look into the future. This is a song about Joe Biden and the incompetent and corrupt Democratic administration in Washington.

[@fallenleaflakes]

These cats have been astonishingly underrated for too long. All starting at a very young age their skill and giftedness made them consummate performers and dancers. Their bubblegum pop was and is still infectious as their pop rock and country continues to inspire today. And their hearts were always up front in the right place. Bless them!

[@snakebitmgee]

Watching this video again after all these years sure made me feel good. Those guys were great.

[@cheesecrumpets]

👍

[@feliciagardner5513]

I hope they find him.

[@theecherokeerose]

so kenny, are you out there selling yoyos pinchos in the sunshine state? or did you move to texas? kzbin.info/www/bejne/gJ-lY5qwqN6Kiac

[@mattfleming9908]

annie theecherokeerose im sorry to tell you this but snakebitmgees dead. He died on a hike to a cave

[@theecherokeerose]

@@mattfleming9908 maybe. then again, the placement and discovery of his cell phone is very mysterious, and would suggest probable foul play if he is actually proven to be deceased.

[@maryfieramusca7401]

I don't know how many times I watch this I never get tired of it.

[@kariatkinson486]

Me either I agree with you Mary

[@susanfiore5830]

I love it, love the dance, love the black outfits, just love the Osmond’s!!!!!

[@samirahassan2079]

same

[@donnyosmondmusic9370]

@@samirahassan2079 what are you doing? Hope you're doing very Ok

[@donnyosmondmusic9370]

@@samirahassan2079 [e-mail] you can message via this email thanks 😊

[@ruthnagarya2028]

Watching these boys was so much fun...miss them, it stinks that we all get older.

[@donnyosmondmusic9370]

Wow that's really amazing thanks dear, I hope you're fine and staying safe.....

[@shoesagogo1]

It sure does!! Great memories.

[@myfairlahey5738]

you can say that two more times

[@suewilliams2880]

Much better than today's music 🎶🎶 gets your heart pumping 💞💞🎊

[@ninamartinez5171]

Thank you very well said 😊

[@carlagirl7]

Donny said when the Jacksons met the Osmonds, each member went to their counter part (Michael with Donny, Merrill with Jermaine, Alan with Jackie, etc. He said they were amazed as to how much each family had in common: Both families had 9 children, both groups started out very young, both groups had a younger brother waiting in the wings and both Mothers shared the exact birth date of May 4th....

[@annadrew4]

Oh...that's crazy...

[@MICKLUVR]

And if I'm not mistaken they had very overbearing fathers as well

[@jameshegarty6569]

I'm not sure how true this is? I read that the hit song for the Osmonds "One Bad Apple" was written by George Jackson. When he wrote the song he had the Jackson 5 in mind. But Berry Gordy turned him down. So George gave it to the Osmonds......????

[@carlagirl7]

James Hegarty Hi! Yes, it’s true.... I totally remember the controversy around it.... George Jackson (no relation to the Jackson Five (or J5 as they were known) wrote the song with the Jackson Five in mind...Motown had its own policy as to who could write or submit songs for the J5, and at that time most of the songs were written and produced by a team known as “The Corporation “ which consisted of Holland, Dozier and Holland and Berry Gordy himself. If you were not a songwriter under contract at Motown, you would not even have been considered. It was this rule that eventually made the Jackson Five leave Motown and split up the group as Jermaine was married to Hazel Gordy (Berry Gordy’ s daughter) and Jermaine decides to stay at Motown. The group wanted to write and produce their own songs....and Berry would not let them.... ( there is sooo much money to be made when a singer can write their own songs). It also cost the Jackson Five the loss of their name as Motown had put it in their contract that they owned all rights to it... Thus the group was renamed The Jacksons, signed with Epic Records and the rest is history.....The Jackson’s would eventually have their own hits writing and producing such songs as “Shake Your Body” , “ Can You Feel It” and “Heartbreak Hotel”.... and we all know about Michael....In fact Michael told Berry Gordy the only way he would do “Motown 25” was if he was allowed to perform “Billie Jean” (a song that he had written and produced). That performance took Michael’s career to a whole nother level.....When Donny was wanting to make his comeback years later ..... he consulted Michael and ask what to do and was told “ You should release the record but don’t have your name revealed....let the talent talk for you”... Donny did and “ Soldier Of Love” launched his comeback....(Sorry the answer is sooo long but I love trivia and pop culture !)

[@carlagirl7]

MICKLUVR Yes for sure!

[@TacitusR]

They boys could rock. Crazy Horses, Down by the Lazy River, and YoYo are proof they had the chops. With Merrill's soulful voice they could have been at the top of the Rock world if only they had been allowed to pursue it.

[@karinjohnson6649]

They are INCREDIBLE. I didn't appreciate them back in the day. Donny still has an amazing voice in 2021.

[@LauRa-re9un]

I was a kid and loved them.

[@hopebelieve8635]

Agree. His stage performance in Musicals. Enjoyable talent!

[@TheBob3759]

2023 now.

[@Lauren-jh1ws]

I love those black jumpsuits on the guys especially Donny who was my major celebrity crush back then

[@kvk1960]

I'm 60 going on 12 right now like it was yesterday!!! Love youtube!!!!

[@snapdragonfairies]

Let's talk...this is entertainment. Absolutely awesome. The Osmonds made you smile, made you dance, and sing along !!! Always rated "G" for GREAT !!!

[@missylaster1149]

Yessssssss!

[@janicejones9467]

Whose hacking into my computer

[@Mary-xb2fz]

@@JayRebel there was no light sign thing clap or no clap. They were quiet because they wanted to hear the music! it was mesmerizing!

[@kariatkinson486]

Hi Mary How are you ?

[@kariatkinson486]

My name is Kari missy laster what’s yours ? Hi Missy I want to be part of The Osmonds Videos I’m a Fan of Their Music

[@oxfordmontello3281]

Man! These boys can rock it out! Merrill is an awesome lead!!!!

[@fcamsterdam4364]

Boys ? I think Sister Mary is also in it 🤣

[@oxfordmontello3281]

@@fcamsterdam4364 Weirdo.

[@LauRa-re9un]

@@fcamsterdam4364 No, she isn't. Not in this video. And she never performed with the group.

[@kellyweingart3692]

*Marie

[@Trampus002]

Merrill Osmond sure had a voice that stood out. Memorable. I love it

[@lovelyv2298]

I loved Donny Osmond so much at age 10…. I’m wondering if any Donny biases are in love with BTS and Jimin NOW as I am?💜

[@MrPhinn1]

I'm really impressed with the choreography. The unison is very, very good.

[@lovemuffin1963]

They were known as the one take Osmonds so they practiced til they were perfect.

[@nashvilletennessee3194]

Scott Montgomery even though this song has a lot of unison...You know full well the Osmonds were well known for intricate Harmony on many of their songs!

[@lisanoone7402]

Amazing

[@johnkuipers7829]

Yes, the synchronisation of every move and step is incredible. Just s pop song but man did they know how to present it! Personally, I think they were better than the Jackson 5. I've always liked the Osmonds, even when, as a teenager, it would have been 'uncool'. And the great thing is they stand for something - good morals and values - which, god knows is so badly lacking in our modern world. I'm not religious - don't need to be to respect values.

[@mikenealon4042]

lotsa steps too

[@teresatorres3760]

All of these brothers grew into handsome decent men . this says alot about their parents,Quality family.

[@ronbello6449]

Singing like the Jackson 5, Dancing like Elvis and a riff that sounds like Day Tripper by the Beatles. A winning combination!

[@darthbane8]

I thought I was the only one who caught that riff. Plus people here talking about them being wholesome and kid friendly but the lyric, "I was once a swinger now I'm wrapped around your finger". Pretty racy to me!! Still love the song.

[@tinanoel452]

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. They need to be there!

[@drobson8004]

Absolutely a great call!! How do we make it happen?

[@EdWatts]

PERFECT choreography!

[@BarbieMak225]

Jay osmond was their lead dancer.

[@susanboltman3254]

@@BarbieMak225 Cool! Didn't know that. Love their dance moves! I'm wore out just watching them. 😊

[@Mary-xb2fz]

Jay was the choreographer on the Donny and Marie show!

[@stevenjones881]

I don't care what anyone say';s they had talent

[@jenbranker4775]

steven jones my sister loved them

[@sherriclifton6383]

Yesss they did!

[@Celticcross688]

They still have talent!

[@dianecsehil9649]

YES THEY DID!!!!

[@renegaderunner332]

They had Black blood in them. No White people could dace that well back then.

[@emobutterflylady]

saw them in 1973 at the Indiana State Fair. Genuinely talented. They played their instruments. They had a Karate demo in the show and one of the other brotbers accidently kicked Jay and broke his nose. They got medics and treated Jay," Please excuse us for a moment while we pray for our brother." By George he came back out and finished the show! bandaged and all. They are the ultimate professionals. ❤

[@nancybee1671]

That is amazing! Always the consummate troopers. I can hear, “The show must go on”.

[@crystalsswtor3760]

wow amazing, I was only 10, so I never saw them thanks for the info.

[@susanfiore5830]

All dance moves in sync and on point!!! Loved watching Donny bounce with his hair bouncing right along!! Just makes me realize I was smart to be a mega-fan!!! All so talented!!!

[@Kelly-nm4kw]

Hello Susan, How are you doing?

[@WBShepherd]

As corn-balled as they may be interpreted by today's standards, these boys put a whole lot of work into this number. The choreography, as dated as the jump suits make them appear, is beautiful and at times quite mesmerizing. Well done Osmonds of yesteryear! And thanks for the posting this vid. Great to see this number.

[@markjohnson9485]

I did not realize how good the Osmond's really were until I took a look back. They were fantastic musicians and dancers. They have been unappreciated and under valued as a group very sad.

[@annglavin3139]

I concur with you 👍

[@crystalsswtor3760]

I love the outfits in this, and yes they worked very hard.

[@nikkiyoung5298]

And these shiny black suits w the hip hugger belts are actually very sexy!

[@garyhollman2399]

One of the most talented acts of all time.

[@rogerheislerjr.7320]

I agree!

[@anitastodolak9882]

Absolutely! I agree 100%!

[@stephencraig7130]

I never get tired of seeing this. I'm 61 and was there when this aired of the Flip Wilson Show. Still amazes me.

[@brendalg4]

Do you have any behind the scenes info to share? I wish we could see all of them at the same time without all the close-ups

[@lisakyle3995]

Wow if only people knew how great this music was they are missing a lot

[@VampireLily616]

Their dance moves are so awesome

[@gingersnapsback5669]

Highly underrated group. So much talent and great music!

[@justdonna7523]

Merrill had such a great rock and roll voice. This song, crazy horses and lazy river really reflect this. I love the dance moves in this video, just amazing how well they move and so in sync.

[@char524]

Gosh, they really were good! Tight dancing, great vocals, killer smiles.

[@danieldickson8591]

Great example of how hard the Osmonds worked to craft an entertaining show. They earned their success.

[@ellenwaldren9005]

They knew how to make music and keep it clean and were very talented. They are amazing.

[@MaureenMikalsen-mx8cn]

As a child back in the day I thought the Osmond were too nerdy for me but watching this video I can honestly say they had talent

[@jim2lane]

None of the Osmonds were trained dancers, but you couldn't tell from this performance. Say what you will about their music, but their dedication to their craft and every performance was undeniable

[@grievousangelic]

Merrill had that voice when he was 18 years old, which is when Yo-Yo was recorded. Incredible.

[@toomanythings]

I know it looks funny now, but these dance moves were hot at the time, that was how it was. The guys were perfectly in time with the moves and the sound, it's all done with enormous enthusiasm and you can see they're giving it all they've got, which is considerable. They'd all been performing since they were little boys, they were consummate professionals. People loved them, parents and kids alike. Crazy now, but those were better times in some ways.

[@ren7ee]

It doesn't look funny. They move better than the crappy boy bands there are these days.

[@alanberg5575]

Better then in A LOT of ways!

[@markclark1654]

Anyone who thinks Beatlemania never applied to any other bands never saw the Osmonds in concert! I saw them at the KY state fair in 1971 and the girls drowned out the music! Awesome group and family.

[@adamholtz733]

Tight performance !!! The Osmonds rocked on this one !!!

[@susanfiore5830]

They rocked on all upbeat songs!

[@bindig1]

My mom worked food service at a hotel in Allentown, PA when the Osmonds stayed there when they performed at the Allentown Fair in the 1970s. She delivered room service many times and said they were the nicest, most polite boys every time

[@Foldisfitch]

Awesome!

[@jazzynomad]

Swiped my Mom’s albums, when I discovered these cats.......Had posters all over my wall.......while others my age had a crush on Donny, (& mind you he & I are about the same age), I was crushin’ on Jay......Still an awesome jam.....along with ‘Down by the Lazy River’.........Guys, you haven’t been forgotten.....don’t none of us move like that anymore......except in our heart & soul! You guys will always Rock in my world! PEACE & LOVE

[@ScandinAsian524]

Donny's only 6 mos older than I am, but I was sooo in love with Merrill ... 😊

[@daveb9370]

Merril has a kick ass raspy rock voice. He kills it in YoYo too.

[@proteus244]

He could have taken over lead vocals in AC/DC when Bon Scott passed

[@lilpoohbear653]

They also had martial arts training from Chuck Norris at one time in their life...they have a dance/music/martial arts routine in one video where they incorporate some of it...kicking, breaking boards...They are the real deal, I know...I have been in marital arts for over 35 years and taught for many years. Forever Osmond fan!!

[@NelsonClick]

I remember seeing this when I was a boy. They were at the peak of their bad-assness here. It's why old punks like me still see the cool in The Osmands.

[@Nuerth]

They were & will always be the ultimate boy band perfect moves perfect harmonies

[@mifolfree9043]

That's because they were musicians.

[@cherbear7424]

Nothing has ever compared to the harmonizing and dance moves.

[@Theparadoxband]

Nah the Jackson 5 and New Edition we’re better in my opinion

[@blinddawgraye]

Eric Dangerfield the Jacksons were amazing and incredibly talented, but there is really no comparison on talent..every single one of the Osmonds played more than one instrument..they were true musicians, and their harmonies were second to none..the Jacksons all had great voices, but rarely harmonized because they focused more on dance moves..The Osmonds could and did both..they were known as the “one take” Osmonds for a reason..but don’t get me wrong, I’m not throwing shade at the Jacksons at all..they are still one of my favorite groups from the 70’s, but if you do some research, you’ll find that the Jacksons openly admitted to being fans of and strived to be more like The Osmonds

[@elevenb6967]

@@blinddawgraye Uhm, no! Of the Jackson 5, only Michael, and Jermaine could carry a tune. Michael was the dancer. Marlon was marginal. And only two were musicians. (Excluding percussion) But, there's no question which group had the bigger impact on the industry. None. And if we're talking about number one hits, it isn't even close. However, the Osmonds had more pure vocalists than the J5, and could dance better. (as a unit, excluding Michael)

[@magneto7930]

After this period, the Osmonds became the band that radio completely ignored. Even the oldies stations don't play their music.

[@sandrap6321]

Elvis is responsible for their looks & moves. He referred them to his costume maker & he gave them guidance. Elvis really did like the family & stayed involved with them.

[@douglasgriffiths3534]

I remember the rivalry of the Osmonds vs the Jackson 5 back in the day. I enjoyed the music of both groups equally.

[@sydaball9882]

Its actually mentioned in the the Jacksons movie by their father, basically telling the kids that they have to get up to par with the Osmonds

[@pearltoka6971]

Sydaball aha I remember that scene

[@annadrew4]

I prefer Jacksons 5 100%!

[@renegaderunner332]

The Osmond's copied from the Jackson's

[@gwenwright5170]

You have to give them credit they could all move

[@katsgood1189]

How can the audience just sit there like that, they are an amazing family

[@joeldecorps95]

A 70 ans on se fout du ringard, je suis devenu fan de ce groupe, danse impeccable, chansons entrainantes, ce qu'on ne retrouve pas à l'heure actuelle, nous sommes fin 2023.

[@joelmcnultymusic]

The Osmonds were only doing this kind of Jackson 5-like shtick for a handful of years. The early barbershop singing was unbelievable, especially for their age. They were also writers, which many people don't realize. "Crazy Horses" comes to mind. They were obviously a very choreographed and showy group, which is the antithesis of Rock & Roll, but the musical talent these guys had/have is second to none, and sadly has often been underrated.

[@ruthcastaneda7386]

nada que ver los Osmonds fueron los mejores.

[@andreiareminiec672]

choreographed,are you kidding.. Merle osmand said that they got their choreography from being karate instructors

[@lovemuffin1963]

Andreia It is MERRILL,,,So? who cares where they got their dance moves they were GOOD at what they did..

[@kms1984]

Joel Mc yes that had to step it up BECAUSE of the Jackson 5. Don’t get it twisted

[@cherbear7424]

Their dance style and outfits were so classy for the time. I love these black suits. They look so good. Never saw such good dancing onstage, ever.

[@GeorgeVreelandHill]

I admit being an Osmond fan.

[@scottpollack1007]

Don’t worry...........you can go through “Rehab” and hopefully, regain your sanity and taste in Good Music!

[@TheBob3759]

No shame George.

[@ibosquez5238]

No judging

[@davidloken9632]

I am glad that I am a fan when Donny did Amazing Technicolor. He did an amazing job. All of his brothers are great. I had the privilege of meeting with Donny a few times. I am right in the middle of Donny and Marie's age. I could be an additional brother. I wish they didn't close down their theatre in Branson.

[@kariatkinson486]

Hi I Tell Him To Stop Talking about Donny ?

[@leeanneyoungman8028]

I love the Jackson 5, no one will ever doubt that... but these guy’s kept each other’s ego in check .. love ya 😁

[@TheReneex]

I loved the Osmonds as much as I loved the Jacksons. Both groups shared the same choreographer, Cholly Atkins and their dancing skills were so intact.

[@brendalg4]

Why are the Jackson 5 moves much more basic than the Osmonds?

[@madkap2428]

Donny includes this video in his Vegas act and dances to it. And then he does a newer updated version that he sings. This is one of the highlights of the show. It is amazing to watch 54 year old Donny keep up with his 14 year old self.

[@MrNickelbrille]

You could have giveb us the link to it.

[@calvinbealer7264]

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Period.

[@shannontobias2300]

I totally agree! Merrill has one of the best rock voices I've ever heard, and these guys were true musicians. The Osmonds are being hugely disrespected by not being inducted into the HOF. They're certainly every bit as much "rock and roll" as the Jackson 5 are, and the J5 are in the HOF, so why are the Osmonds being excluded? And the Osmonds are MUCH more rock and roll than most of the more recent inductees (Beyonce and Jay Z, I'm looking at you!) so, again, why haven't the Osmonds even been nominated? They deserve to be inducted. Real musicians, gifted singers, talented dancers. Outstanding entertainers.

[@harveyabel1354]

@@shannontobias2300 But remember what Donny said: "I'm a little bit rock'n'roll".....I guess a little bit isn't enough for the HOF? 😉😜

[@miask]

I wasn’t a huge fan growing up, but watching some of their videos, I realize I was wrong. They were a hugely talented family and had great stage presence. I’d be hard pressed to find a current group with as much talent and presence today. They have been disrespected because of their religion and values; now that I’m 64 and see what how far we’ve fallen, I respect them all the more for sticking to their values.

[@robinbailey2824]

I have loved this group and esp Donny for 50 years!! Still love them Great Memories!!!

[@professorpsoop]

A superb pop group, that's all there is to it

[@yolandatorres7816]

♥

[@cathleanjohnson675]

I love the Jackson Five but you have to give the Osmonds their props, those guy were just as talented, "One Bad Apple " still some 50 years later my favorite Osmond song...

[@staceylauten6316]

Groups like The Osmonds and many more were not appreciated as much as they should have been back then but now more than ever they are pure entertainment!!!!! I took my husband to see Donny and Marie in Vegas and they were both amazing!!!!! XOXOXOXO

[@Rmk4luv61]

Oh remember grabbing a hairbrush an standing in the mirrow singing as if your were in the group . Great memories.

[@desertflower9858]

What professionals! Did you notice the small area they had to dance through to get off the main stage? Allen had to step over thin air while dancing backwards and all of it was done without a glitch by any of them.

[@Mary-xb2fz]

Alan always was a professional and make things look so easy!

[@HEMISUPERBEE426]

50 YEARS AND STILL GOING!

[@kariatkinson486]

Bee Gees ?

[@kariatkinson486]

no

[@chrisharrison8612]

They were so perfect & in time "one take Osmonds"

[@JetPackDino]

Why don't we play their music anymore? So many 70's hits still get played.

[@denisesf5]

May 2020 and still loving the Osmonds 😍

[@ibosquez5238]

Same

[@rickcarmichael7740]

The 70.

[@charlossen]

March 2021 and same

[@johnkuipers7829]

Yes, they are unsurpassed. Look at the synchronicity of this dancing. Exactly the same. I was afraid to admit I love the Osmonds! They stand for good values and decency.

[@ibosquez5238]

@@johnkuipers7829 A rare find in today's world.

[@butterflysnme724]

I was 7 and my sister was 14! Our 70's yellow bedroom walls were plastered with Osmond pictures. She loved(s) Merrill with all of her heart. 💗 I was so young but had eyes for Alan lol. I was told by her and my older cousins that I had to like Jimmy. 😐🙃 😑 He's handsome now and talented but dang it I wanted Alan. 😆😆😆 My cousin Terry liked Wayne and Nancy liked Jay. I guess me being the youngest I had no say in my choice of Osmond lol.

[@mink2166]

God they were talented and handsome.

[@Kelly-nm4kw]

Hello Margaret, How are you doing?

[@cindylawrence7076]

VERY talented. Big fan since 1970. Loved that they stuck to their morals. YoYo and their choreography performing YoYo has been my all time favorite. Proud to be a fan!

[@teresaday8672]

Love the Osmond's then and now.

[@jimogrady1131]

wonder how marie felt growing up with 8 brothers

[@LATVERIAN1]

An amazing performance. They sure earned their paychecks on this one. "Wow"!

[@christinapaxton2803]

My mom took me to see these guys in Charleston, WV in 1974. Like most young girls, I was "in love" with Donny. Posters on my walls, everything I had was purple (because it is HIS favorite color), had all their records including Donny's solo albums, even celebrated his birthday on December 9, lol. Ahh, the days of innocence and young love.....

[@Good-Enough024]

People thought it was funny that they didn't smoke or drink, all they are is a talented family, and I love their songs. ❤ People are so jealous

[@alexasaltz4229]

I make my living doing music. Live performance is not for the weak. The Osmonds ALWAYS go hard.

[@alondralabute2310]

50 years ago today! I remember it like it was yesterday. I was 12 years old and it was on this day I developed the crush that would last for the next 3 1/2 years. I just thought Donny Osmond was the cutest thing alive. I spent my allowances on Osmond brothers albums, bought all the teeny bopper magazines with him in them, had posters all over my walls and drove my mother up a wall. It's so hard to believe all that started 50 years ago. I can still sort of see what I saw then but this time around I'm more amazed at how well they danced. Someone must've worked hard on their choreography.

[@dboulos7]

Man, every aspiring band should attend the 'Osmond School of Entertainment'. They'll come out with PHDs.

[@cassandradennis5685]

Those dance moves were off the charts.

[@SOLE2SOUL]

This is my favorite Osmonds uptempo record! They're lip-synching but I'd hardly expect them to sing live with that choreography. Peak Hotness!

[@susanfiore5830]

They used to sing this and dance with it!!!

[@sherryannstowell271]

I have a deeper appreciation of their music and talent now at the age of 61 than I did when I was I was an 11 year old tween, who was soooooo in love with them and especially Donny❤❤❤

[@llchase326]

In 1972, I got to go to my first concert, and it was The Osmond Brothers with The Heywoods opening. There was so much screaming going on you couldn't hear them sing, let alone hear the music. Still enjoyed it.

[@Kelly-nm4kw]

Hello Leora, How are you doing?

[@KellyGirl1959]

They were my first concert also, and in 1972! I saw them in Nashville, TN. I saw one of the Heywoods walking around between acts. I think his name was Rick. He was really nice.

[@barbarawest4252]

Merrill always my favourite what a great voice

[@DonDraperism]

I grew up in Huntington Beach California and went to Crestview Elementary when this was popular. In fact not only am I the same age as Donny Osmond we share the same birthday. I personally liked the Osmonds and the J5 about the same as most did other kids. The young girls all had teenie bopper crushes on Donny Osmond. I think Michael Jackson was a little younger. But these boys along with the Jackson's were well liked equally and all good clean cut boys.

[@lovemuffin1963]

He was less than year younger than Donny.

[@navadalynn59]

DonDraperism

[@ericgreen3863]

I

[@ForgetMeNot2022]

Greatest group of all time

[@lilpoohbear653]

Merrill just sang his last song in a live concert...so sad...wow, I miss these times...love all you Osmonds

[@lilpoohbear653]

holy cow Merrill...gorgeous...all you guys are

[@peggyvaughn1013]

I'm fixen to be 60 and I loved Donny and Andy Gibb and Shawn Cassidy I have my head laying on a pillow now that has Donny all over it

[@lynndee1218]

Watching videos of the Osmonds...they always look like they are having so much fun! Not knocking the Jackson's, because I love them too, but they looked at times forced to sing