The Platters "Smoke Gets In Your Eyes" on The Ed Sullivan Show

[@shyman99]

What you are seeing here folks is a legendary #1 song being performed at the time it was a hit on the charts. No words can describe just how amazing it is to watch this video.

[@thekidfromiowa]

It's a miracle this was preserved because so much media from this era is lost. Networks would save money by reusing tape, which of course meant wiping the contents. So there's so many things that were seen then and never again.

[@IIIlllBravo]

Audio quality sucks tho

[@marcoaurelio141]

Tudo bonito

[@kevinbalsdon4705]

Absolutely.

[@cosmicstargazer10]

@@thekidfromiowa yes, miraculous - that's the case for an old British show, Dixon of Dock Green - so many episodes of that & many other shows, are lost for that exact same reason. Such a shame.

[@kensmith8546]

Tony Williams of the Platters - One of the purest and best voices of the 50's and any other decade in the matter!!!

[@ChickenLittle956]

I agree! Effortless natural singing.

[@anthonywilliams6764]

@@ChickenLittle956 I used to sing this song and never knew that my name was the same as his.

[@TaisFernandes-rj4gw]

ESSA. É DA MIMHA. INFÂNCIA......MAS. INESQUECIVEL ..

[@InTecknicolour]

him and nat king cole were incomparable in that time.

[@ceeceetracey9839]

When he hit that last "eyes" i caught chills. Great singer.

[@andme6851]

I did too, his voice is mesmerizing ❤

[@bryani2449]

What you're seeing here is the original and classic platters don't be fooled by the imitations today for none of these great people are alive anymore. Rest in peace

[@Goldenoldies4ever]

Tell the truth my friend!

[@pkaboo7832]

You know what's almost terrifying? These "modern" generations don't even know that a lot of these songs, the performers and the writers, ever existed! So-called "modern" persons think they're the ones who discovered or invented the stuff. Then those that actually recall this stuff are dismissed and overlooked by society...smh.... Like auto-tune. I'm old enough to remember when singers had real voices. I'm old enough to remember when real vocal gifts and real singing were the "gold standard", not that just anybody could sing and it would be passed through Auto-Tune and boom now they sound accomplished and talented....smh.... The deal is, I'm old enough now that myself and my generation will disappear and we're the ones who recall real singing. The next generation only knows Auto-Tune singing..... I'm so sad for everyone in the future that is dismissive of the fabulousness that was! (DON'T get me started on "sampling" in music writing 🙄....) (I will restrain myself. This could definitely become a dissertation)

[@indydd]

people have sampled music for ages​@@pkaboo7832

[@doncole3655]

The "cooked in a studio" thing has been around for a while. Milli Vanilli, The Monkees, etc.​@@pkaboo7832

[@ronaldjacobson2503]

Tony Williams golden throat

[@eltatoyo9211]

This guy was an incredible singer. One of my favorite voices of all time. His range and power was and is second to none.

[@scottgrossi3642]

I second that, just love it.

[@lorddiosliving]

His solo song " when you return" amezing

[@erroneus00]

Could have been an opera singer for sure

[@gaynorpatterson2915]

He had an incredible voice.

[@jodywilke4642]

Amen to that!😊

[@jamesfloyd1864]

82 this month. I was 13 years old in 1955. I may be old , but I was there when R&R was born, and love the music of my generation. The Platters have always been on the top of the list.

[@elienaluurs7288]

😊 respect

[@bowieupland6112]

I'm 32, and I love this music

[@stevetillcock7361]

68 and I took the time to explore the roots. I love just about everything.

[@sillysalmon933]

thats so awesome, respect !

[@viridisquo]

Sono italiano e ho 49 anni e questo brano è, secondo me, uno dei più belli che siano mai stati realizzati. Da bambino ne ero affascinato. La voce di Tony Williams è sublime.

[@stevermass]

This is one of the most beautiful things of all time

[@beverleyreid563]

I have to agree with you.

[@queenmicale9686]

R u kidding. The bestbof the best. Noone sang like Tony Williams. No mic just a powerful and beautiful voice. Miss them. Had all their albums. That is music. RIP TO u all.😢😢

[@ceeceetracey9839]

This guy was amazing. The Platters are always highly recognized as a whole but I dont hear too much about what a talented vocalist he was.

[@monichat]

The woman singer is beautiful

[@ceeceetracey9839]

@ I agree. I love how she kept her hair really short, showcasing her face.

[@doriskray1430]

This brings tears to my eyes. Can’t turn on the radio anymore to hear a song like this.

[@peterscocca3024]

Just don't make em like this anymore So Beautiful

[@lawrencearmstrong8957]

No one can sing like that anymore

[@darius5909]

I do.

[@Wolfganger]

@@darius5909Please share your angelic voice with us, why are you not an extremely famous musician?

[@jean4578]

darius5909

[@jean4578]

please do

[@joelgauthier9208]

Si, Jordan Smith c'est le summum car en plus il apporte une immense émotion car il vit ce qu'il chante !

[@mistery-ed7900]

The Platters' greatest song, and that's saying a lot.

[@AndresGrimace]

Twilight Time is amazing too!

[@hillcresthiker]

I tend to disagree in a nice way and say that "My Prayer" was the height of the groups vocal and performing abilities, but "smoke" is a close second.

[@frankiehunter.]

The Platters were the most popular group in former Yugoslavia. More popular than the Beatles!

[@SASUKEUCHIHA-dt3cg]

2024 and holy this brother can sing oh yes he can indeed.

[@user-kt4iu5wc3c]

The incredible voices, the harmony- just lovely. No one did it quite like the Platters.

[@Unknownartist-qo7ne]

I'm 13 and love 50s60s 70s 80s and other decades of music cars fashion movies and so on. I'm reading catcher in the rye right this song was brought up in 25

[@ailujd]

Good for you, you're in great company, and you've got good taste!

[@Unknownartist-qo7ne]

@@ailujd thank you

[@tomatencio9223]

Tony William's incredible voice gives me chills. Absolute perfection.

[@JoeBilello1969]

One of the greatest male vocalists, Tony Wliams, gone but never forgotten 😢

[@Risteard156]

The good old days maybe gone but not forgotten 🎶🎵

[@cosmicstargazer10]

We can keep them alive in our hearts & souls & hope they never will be forgotten - I have been given hope by my nephew, he is crazy for Billie Holiday & he found her all on his own - no "listen to this" from me, that goes nowhere!

[@javedmamun]

My true love was true ~ those people were real fortunate during The Platters era. Human beings were modest and gentle like down to earth. Let alone those evenings that were full of extraordinary vibes...

[@MariaNoushinMeghla-kb4yp]

Do you know? What is true love? It's depend on respect,trust and care. I hope you understand.

[@javedmamun]

@@MariaNoushinMeghla-kb4yp 💜💕❤️

[@collinh5473]

Fortunate? Depends on which "People"...

[@vincentdesiano4861]

At some point during the 50s, they were the most popular singing group on the planet! They also happen to be my all time singing group! And Tony Williams, fo r my money, had the greatest and most beautiful voice from that great period from the pop era! They also had some of the most beautiful songs and wonderful lyrics you’ll ever come across!

[@janetbaker3616]

Yes, smooth as silk

[@jrussellcase]

Love it. One of the greatest songs ever laid down. The Platters were ahead of their time.

[@Baceseras]

N'uh-uh, The Platters were right on time!--but I appreciate your comment, truly do.

[@lennon1252]

Tony Williams singing lead The Platters left to right: Herb Reed, David Lynch, Paul Robi and Zola Taylor

[@TheRoyalBavarian]

Such a pure sweet voice. Such a pure sweet song. Ageless.

[@Unknownartist-qo7ne]

I’m 13 and love 50s 60s 70s 80s and fashion music cars and so on. The Platters are my favorite groups

[@greenbeans9748]

How funny! I was your age when I first discovered The Platters in 2008. They were playing "Smoke Gets in Your Eyes" during a car commercial of all things during Thanksgiving. 😂 They're still my favorite group from the 50s as well. Have you heard of Connie Francis? She's another popular artist from the 50s and sang a song called "Who's Sorry Now?" If you like "Smoke Gets in Your Eyes" you'll probably enjoy that one as well.

[@Unknownartist-qo7ne]

@@greenbeans9748 yeah I heard Connie Francis she made where the boys are thanks for the recommendation I’m going to check it out

[@nancyjaplon4909]

Oh that beautiful song from my High School days.🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@thetamoramay7331]

Tony Williams! One of the most beautiful voices ever!

[@marirothbauer5407]

Could play this all day fantastic. ❤❤

[@WilliamMitchell-t2h]

That was flawless. Beautiful and talented people singing a masterpiece. A master class for singing groups.

[@haileyblogsandmore16]

As a teenager living in the 21st century, I must say that this is one of the greatest vocal songs done. Probably my favorite by The Platters as well. The soft singing. The string arrangements. The harmonies. It always brings a chill down my spine

[@suestephan3255]

Me too. This song does something to your soul, the melody the arrangement the harmonies it transforms you. I was only 8-1958 skating to this song. What a thrill. A perfect set of voices put together. This song shall forever go down as best of the 50’s The world renown The Platters.

[@vlastabartolicvuk6278]

❤❤❤

[@davisworth5114]

check out the Ink Spots

[@jurgengerlach4034]

Was ist das was man heute Musik nennt gegen die wunderbaren Musik der Platters.

[@arvietheprincess]

One of my parents/grandparents would often sing this song when I was a kid. 💜 Now it just brings a wave of nostalgia. Bittersweet.

[@DavidSmith-cx9cu]

Tony Williams of the platters has the greatest tenor voice ever

[@tomstanziola1982]

I love this song!!! 👏👏👏👏❤️ It's fantastic to see them doing it live!!! Their outfits are so elegant!!! 👍

[@Jjdcdad]

I love how American Graffiti used this song at the high school dance. This is literal gold and another song written today could never hold a candle to this masterpiece.

[@kieranoconnor0]

My old man used to sing this at his gigs, he could never hit the last ‘eyes’ note but he never claimed he could, it was just too good!

[@cohungtam1965]

Romantic he is, you also

[@tomatencio9223]

This is how songs are meant to be. Not like today with pitch correction and auto tune.

[@fredyoder5197]

The best vocal group of ALL TIME. PERIOD!

[@TomElvisSmith]

Finally one of the greatest performances on the Sullivan show makes it to the channel! Here's the story behind this legendary performance. Earlier in the show, the Platters sang the theme song to "The Sound and the Fury" (another great performance), and Ed said they would be back later in the show. "Smoke Gets in Your Eyes" occurred right at the end of the episode. In the last five minutes of airtime, Ed came on and said they were out of time. The Platters, who were waiting on stage, wouldn't be able to sing again and he apologized for it. He had someone else on who took up extra time and Ed told the audience it was necessary to eliminate the second number of the Platters. The Platters were just about to leave when you hear a voice from offstage tell Ed "You have time for the second number". Ed looks over and says excitedly, "We have, really?! Fine, wonderful! We have time! C'mon, the Platters!" after which he motions for the Platters to hurry and we ended up with this incredible performance of the number one hit, "Smoke Gets in Your Eyes". "Smoke Gets in Your Eyes" was written by Jerome Kern and Otto Harbach in 1933. Originally, when Kern's estate found that a "rock and roll group" was going to do a remake of Kern's legendary ballad, they tried to get it stopped, believing it was going to be a redone in a teen rock style assumedly. After the record came out and they heard this beautiful rendition, they apparently changed their minds. In my opinion, no one has sung "Smoke Gets in Your Eyes" better than lead singer Tony Williams and the Platters. I have wondered for decades why the Platters were never included in any "Best of Sullivan" packaged show, and I'm so glad to see this is being rectified on this channel. Thank you Ed Sullivan channel! I hope you will continue to post their songs. P. S. to the uploaders: As you are going through their appearances, please note that there is a lost performance of the Platters singing "My Prayer" on August 12, 1956. It is mislabeled in the Historic Films archives as "Duwop" with no group name but with the song title "My Prayer" listed. According to newspaper listings of the time, The Platters appeared singing their number one hit. I've never seen this, and I hope it will be posted here, along with all the other performances which haven't been seen in many years.

[@that70sgirl90]

Thank you for taking the time to share all of this! 💖

[@TomElvisSmith]

@@that70sgirl90 You're very welcome! I added some more information to my comment about the song and recording by the Platters.

[@that70sgirl90]

@@TomElvisSmith thank you! 💖

[@TomElvisSmith]

@@that70sgirl90 You're welcome! :)

[@DieHardValleyBoy1]

I can only imagine what a special moment it was to witness this live in person or on the television set….probably was like the first trip to the moon in ‘69

[@BGBoardwalk]

This wonderful group would hang their head and cry if they saw what’s being passed off as music today

[@MariaAlvarez-sm8bv]

The best The best The best What an infinite pleasure to watch this video !!!

[@Larry-s9j]

What a great group they were. I was 9 years old when i first heard this song.(1948) It was an outdoor theater & the show was " Roberta ". Only thing i could remember about that show, was the song.

[@RichMMedia]

That's awesome 😎 beautiful memories

[@LovingAtlanta]

👍🤩💝 Smoke Gets in Your Eyes, The Platters. Beautiful song.

[@robinmcfarlane4058]

This music will always stand the test of time! The things they masquerade for music today 😭

[@chiptenor]

Beautifully performed. Wonderful song from an era of great music that's still unmatched today.

[@orlandosoto6080]

Once in a lifetime! Need I say more?💕💕👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@geraldinesutor6453]

Have always loved this group.

[@carolmiller7089]

Worked in a restaurant when I was 18. They performed in the bar. My friend and I couldn't go in because we were underage, but stood in the kitchen door and listened.😂

[@theamir86]

A very clear vocal and voice. A talent that will be truly missed

[@tasyriq28]

I almost shed tears, this is so wonderful hearing them singing live. I am speechless...

[@zellezelle2884]

Soooo schön, Thanks from Germany 2024❤🎉🎉🎉🎉❤

[@josephlemko3027]

I have always loved The Platters. Tony Williams is one of best vocalists of all time.👍

[@peggyrannick7812]

Superb performance…always has been one of favorites

[@PointduNord]

What a magnificent voice.

[@critcalreader4160]

... and not lip-synched. Lovely.

[@gregwhalan9606]

My two favourite songs of all time are unchained melody by the Righteous Brothers and of course Smoke gets in your eyes by the Platters . These two recordings will stand the test of time

[@hugginkissinfiend]

Why couldn't I have been born in a time when I could listen to this sweet and tearful standard number in real-time in my youth … Please console me, a '92 🇯🇵 who missed my birthtime gacha😂

[@doreencetrangelo7255]

The greatest!!! Best times. Best music. Best group. Tony William. Fantastic voice.

[@gbrownstone]

How Beautiful, well done, very peaceful song! Great Singers!

[@sandy6660]

I love this song and the group of great artists who sing it. Growing up in the 50's, 60's we were blessed to have great music like this. 🎶😊❤️

[@mastergee200]

I’m envious,i can only imagine how great it was,you must have wonderful memories ❤

[@TheBerrymo2]

The players remember the. So well absolutely wonderful

[@KaycieCarryl22654]

I get goosebumps every time I hear this song. Epic for sure! 👩‍🦳

[@cosmicstargazer10]

Ditto, gooseys & yup - EPIC :0)

[@indaleciomaesoaparicio3408]

👍👍👍

[@margaux6890]

One of the greatest voice of all time.❤

[@jadezee6316]

a live singing performance....makes a big difference

[@pattibrooks1907]

very pretty song ! I really love it !

[@vincentdesiano4861]

If you liked this song, you’ll love, Harbor Lights, Twilight Time, Smoke Gets in Your Eyes, My Prayer, Magic Touch, just to name a few! Enjoy!

[@jackpayton5065]

You know a great singer, he never closes his eyes

[@jodywilke4642]

This is one of the most beautiful songs ever, performed by one of the most talented groups of all time. This man had such a lovely voice! Thank you, Ed Sullivan, for your great show!😊

[@coastalseasider4634]

Beautiful song, beautiful voice...still as moving today.💞

[@rickjuarez57]

Man was he handsome...with such a voice...

[@davephillips6456]

What a voice Tony williams had..brilliant

[@TheRoyalHour]

One of the most legendary groups ever. Any genre. Definitely groundbreaking as far as black groups go

[@Annie-ez4ol]

Goosebumps. Absolutely beautiful.

[@aileenstack6074]

My late Dad’s favourite song.

[@that70sgirl90]

That voice... I've been waiting for more of these Platters videos! Thank you so much for sharing! 💖

[@pierreribard8937]

Magical sound from my childhood even if i m still young 🎉

[@Ulujmf]

What a voice

[@ValkyrieAD]

Absolutely fabulous. There have been quite a few groups using the name "The Platters" but none can touch the original with the incredible voice of Tony Williams.

[@ejfantone]

Divine!!

[@Jerry-xs1uz]

ABSOLUTELY HEAVENLY BEAUTIFUL

[@mickycee64]

one of the most beautiful voices ever !!!

[@VideoMusicManiacPlace]

What was once lost except in memories has now seen the light of day! Thank you so much.

[@anakina1]

Had the honor of seeing them live as a kid when my dad would take me to doo wop shows on long Island. Great Tony Williams. Miss ya pop.

[@bethchafe8999]

Mom and Dad loved them!

[@nicks4934]

Live voice sounds great

[@cosmicstargazer10]

Better than the studio, AND, no autotune, YES!

[@jennitemple8353]

Beautiful song my Gramma loved this song

[@TheBoggynick]

Effortless singing- fabulous!

[@lynnlobliner3933]

Back in '58 I told my mom that I liked a new song called Smoke Gets In Your Eyes. She told me it was an old song, and I could not imagine because I listened to rock and roll and I was just hearing it. Years later I saw it sung in an old movie and then I realized that the song was old, but not the Platters' version. The appeared on Perry Como in 1956 (that show is here on YT) but their appearances are in a manner where the segments could be cut out for the South. Even this one from Sullivan was probably cut out in '59.

[@Floralope]

What a fantastic voice!

[@mariahmunnis6315]

Still fabulous.

[@Jo-lz1hm]

Absolute beautiful nostalgia 🩷

[@2zxodcfm]

Love the glorious talent here. In fact, in the early 70s, I more than once gladly paid to enjoy versions of The Platters though Im not sure as to original member status at the time. They did not disappoint. Today's excuse for music, specifically rap and hip hop do not belong in the same conversation so pathetic are they IMHO.

[@estelleschneider9033]

Now that is real song writing And real talent Not as many so called music today ..a lot of then are meaningless repetitious words with no sense in them But mearly screaming out ..and emotionalism Very few will examine the lyrics I began doing this Often disappointed to see nothing merriting what we have all believed about it Check it out Platters..oh yes..great music 🎶 🎵 👌 ❤❤❤❤❤

[@ABALLAM3]

This should have been the performance as the "Premiering Sunday Night Video" this weekend. This is a performance I have been waiting for as I absolutely love this song. Incredibly nice live performance.

[@TomElvisSmith]

I agree! I've been waiting for decades for them to release this footage, and I believe it's one of the greatest popular music performances ever on the Sullivan show. The Platters are my favorite vocal group.

[@recordguy4321]

remember watching the platters many times on sullivan. I have a third gen copy on VHS from back in day when us music traders were the only source of rare performances. Nice to finally get a clean cop of this. Tony Williams =MAGIFICENT

[@kevinbalsdon4705]

What A VOICE!

[@Streisand70]

One of the most beautiful songs ever written by the great Jerome Kern. I listened to this when I was a kid and always wondered what the lead singer looked like. He had the most beautiful voice and sang with such range and intensity. Thx so much for posting this gem!!!

[@TaisFernandes-rj4gw]

ESTOU. SEM. MEU. AMOR... ...ELE ESTÁ DISTANTE...SAUDADE E OLHOS. LACRIMEJANDO HUM.. ..❤❤❤

[@billymania11]

Smoke gets in your eyes! A solid piece of gold. It doesn't come better than this.

[@scottgrossi3642]

What an incredible song! Sung beautifully! They don't make songs like this or sing like this anymore, what a shame.