Judy Garland & Barbra Streisand perform "Happy Days Are Here Again" - Reaction & Vocal Analysis

[@eod1589]

I love your reaction Coach and thank you for reacting to this phenomenal duet of both legends. I love❤ Barbra Streisand as the world's most gifted and talented singer, actress, songwriter, concert and movie director, concert and movie producer, filmmaker and a book author. I hope you can do more and more reactions to Miss Streisand's singing videos. 😘😘😘

[@adamclark6756]

It was worth watching this for the look of delight on your face!

[@technicolour0]

This of course was the original version of this duet. It was featured on Garland’s tv show in 1963. Judy was a huge champion of Barbra and in turn, Barbra to this day cites her gratitude to Judy for the opportunity that it gave her. The idea was Judy’s. She suggested the duet to her musical arranger on the show. She put on Barbra’s record of Happy Days and sang Get Happy in counterpoint. The rest is history. The duet is much imitated but never matched. Two true legends. Thanks for uploading and for you enthusiasm in this iconic moment😊

[@lylianemanquest2323]

MAGNIFIQUES SI TALENTUEUSES J AIME ENTENDRE BARBARA STREISAND AVEC LIZA MINELLI " SA MERE " QUI LUI PERMIS DE TROUVER SA TECHNIQUE.. QELLES SIGNATURES VOCALES !!!.... ❤❤❤🤩🤩🤩🤗🤗🤗 TROIS CHANTEUSES VRAIMENT FABULEUSES 🤗🤗🤗

[@samuele8442]

Il modo in che riescono a reagire in simbiosi senza aspettative è solo per vecchi intenditori di canto d'insieme inarrivabili.❤️❤️

[@just_passing_through]

Putting aside (if in fact you can) the fact that these two are each such incredible artists in their own rights. What impresses me most about this particular duet is that the are both clearly and deliberately leaning into each other’s strengths. Judi is doing her utmost to allow Barbra’s voice to steal the show, and Barbra is passing that right back to Judi. There’s no egos fighting here. Each could be trying to outshine the other, and let’s face it, they could easily be trying to outperform each other, but they aren’t. Both are so restrained right up to the post where they start belting it out. It’s as though each want to perform in a way that pushes the other to perfection, and in doing so, they both win, and so did the audience in 1963, as are we some 60 years later. This performance never fails to put a smile on my face.

[@michaelwalsh2498]

Besides the amazing vocal dynamics...I'm blown away by the charisma. The ability to project personality through body language, especially by Judy Garland, is incredibly attractive.

[@briangregory6303]

Thanks, I needed that.

[@davidstone251]

The "holy grail" of duets. Probably one of the very best ever recorded!

[@marybethpair8928]

I read somewhere a few years back that Babs reflected on this and how nervous Garland seemed perhaps bc her youth/prime was slipping away in contrast to her younger costar. JG was iconic and this has been a fave of mine .. so happy to see your reaction and analysis ❤️

[@thomastimlin1724]

The ending is spectacular, the audience knew it, where Judy shows they both have equal power in their voices, yet she held back during the song and let Barbara loose. It took me decades to realize as an adult that these two ladies had killer voices and were superior talents, even in acting on film, musicals, comedy or drama. The one thing Judy had over Barbara was the fact she was a hell of a dancer, could keep up with Gene Kelly...

[@fearfullnature]

I hope you do more of Barbara Streisand. ❤ Love it.

[@4Saken4ever]

You just can't beat the golden oldies, beautiful match of Voices, dreamy

[@kavitadeva]

WOW Each of their voices is so different. How did they capture the softness in power. Beyond my ability to describe. Thank you so much Bethany ❤

[@dagmar.6954]

I love this clip of these 2 legends performing together. You don't see talent like that anymore. They could sing, dance & act.

[@mrtveye6682]

I'm pretty sure there is still enough talent out there. I guess the main difference is, that these days the natural fun and feel for music is overshadowed by the need for "perfection". There are still great singers out there, but as much technical perfection as they have, I often feel the lack "heart and soul" in it. It's more about simulation feeling perfectly with technique, than actually feeling it and "letting it out". I don't know if my point comes through, it hard to describe.

[@donnamentrasti2695]

@mrtveye6682 Your point comes through perfectly to me. Few singers today know how to sing in the moment. This is one reason Streisand took just one vocal lesson and never went back. She didn't find it natural to have to think about how to form her mouth or control her breath on certain notes. It was more natural for her to just feel the lyric in the moment, which is why she rarely, if ever, sings a song the same way, no matter how many times she may sing it. It's also why so many of the songs she's performed in her movies, like "My Man" and "Evergreen" for example, were done in one take. This is a rarity among today's vocalists. And as Barbra has said herself, "What comes from the heart, goes to the heart." So yes, your point is spot on.

[@ceegarcia3399]

I have yet to hear a singer as talented as these two. They both were naturally gifted and not trained. Unlike today’s singers who you can’t hear without a microphone up to their mouths, Barbra and Judy were singing with a live orchestra! Not only that, but were without autotune and layering of tracks like they do on all of the vocal competition shows. They were also projecting their beautiful and powerful voices while sitting down which is never done with contemporary singers because it’s too darn difficult!! There is no comparison.

[@lylianemanquest2323]

IL FAUT DU TEMPS ET BEAUCOUP DE TRAVAIL... MALHEUREUSEMENT ACTUELLEMENT ON PORTE VITE AUX NUES UNE CHANTEUSE POUR DES QUESTIONS PECUNIERES ET NON DE TALENTS ACQUIS et SOUTENUS DANS UNE FORMATION MIXTE TECHNIQUE / ARTISTIQUE 🤔

[@sherrirabinowitz4618]

Two of the greatest singers, I love them both. And they sing so brilliantly together. Beautiful.

[@arfrck2222]

I am soooooooo happy to finally see a reaction to this, Judy Garland is my fav singer of all time (imagine loving JG in the 80s when hair metal was king, I was not popular in HS, lol) fantastix to see your reaction

[@iBENchant]

One of the best duets of all time. If not THE BEST.

[@lutdesimpelaere2947]

Wonderful . Fills up your soul. Their resonance is fantastic and the breath control that Barbra has is crazy. It’s amazing that people have natural talent like that, no auto tune , no voice lessons . They just open their mouth and these beautiful voices come out. LOVE it

[@peggynulsen1365]

I was only 10 yrs old, but I remember this like it was yesterday. My Mom was a huge Judy Garland fan and we watched everything/anything she appeared on tv. We already had Barbra's first album and every recording of Judy's too. This was always one of my Moms favorite duets of either vocalist. What a great thing to live in a time where we can see/hear a performance whenever we please.

[@divinemadness7119]

I cannot express how much I have enjoyed your reaction. Barbra is my idol. Judy is sublime. My two favourites whom I have loved since childhood. I have loved these women for their musicality for most of my life. They’re always on my playlist! Happy tears to see the younger generations discover & enjoy their wonderful music & voices 🌹🙏❤️🥰

[@charlier711]

Great reaction! Like how you note how they restrain when they need to and complement each other so well.

[@SS-do3zv]

Judy comes in so smooth. Barbra has a gift where her voice blends so well with others. Duets album is a must have. Barbra’s humming is incomparable. This is one of the best duets ever. People have tried mimic it and don’t capture this calibur of singing. Untouchable.

[@ericluriergo8251]

Judy was famous for her loving 🥰 and touching tugs at her fellow perfomer; it bugged the head of CBS but I honestly think 🤔 only endeared her more to US. She was so loving and compassionate-I’ve always had this connection to Judy and I remember as a 3 year-old being told by my mom that she died: we BOTH bawled. Thank You Brittany for highlighting this MOMENT in showbiz history. It was Herstoric.

[@normadesmond6017]

two of the best voices ever. She was right saying that they were of the same caliber. It's like seeing Borg and McEnroe play. It doesn't get any better then that.

[@waynevarrelman9363]

Never see talent like this again Truly Amazon!

[@cabincritter]

Thank you, the 2 greatest singers we have ever had the pleasure of experiencing.

[@paulteese4221]

Not only a sensational duet, but a lovely moment. I've watched this before and thoroughly enjoyed it every single time.

[@Angela-co6oj]

We had great variety television in the 60s and 70s, lots of music, great comedy. It was a wonderful time. Judy is my favorite all time female singer. This is an example of two singers with powerfully voices, but who know how to control the dynamic....which makes a great singer.

[@Jude_196]

The BEAUTY out of these TWO MAGICAL HUMANS' VOCALS: it's so MOVING to hear.... UGH!! TEARED UP!! Thanks for this one!!! Barbra & Celine's duet of TELL HIM does the same thing!! UGH - JUST SO GOOD!!!

[@jamesperretta]

This, quite simply is lightning in a bottle.

[@cameronrycroft4635]

Well what a trip back down memory lane my late mother loved Barbara therefore us kids learnt to finally appreciate ❤

[@leftymcnally6913]

Simply beautiful

[@christophermartin5399]

I am so respectful of your commentary and analysis. Intellectual, yet so full of joy. As a Streisand mavin, I have been listening to this medley for decades, but your illuminating comments are very welcome. I'm now off to seek out some more of your stuff (I was brought here by your Sarah Vaughan/ Maria reaction). Please keep reacting. Brava!

[@antoniowatts956]

I echo a similar sentiment!

[@tomm8095]

Like a cello and violin. Extraordinary and timeless

[@FavoriteMovieDate]

Perfect comparison.

[@ankekimmling9694]

It's so sweet to see your face watching the duet and how you love it. So do I❤. For me the best performance of theese extraordinary gifted artists.

[@valfletcher9285]

Judy Garland!!!!

[@kneejerkmoderate]

I love your channel and your insights. In this video you see a great at the end of her career singing with a great at her beginning. Can you imagine them together at their peaks?

[@dreambrother82]

Epic! Unmatched.

[@ArtSailing]

Their voices are light like a fresh Gin and Tonic in breezy Tropic Sunset. And the result is bright musical cocktail. I like it.

[@donnamentrasti2695]

There has never been, and will never be, vocalists of this caliber like these two. Barbra has three albums filled with duets with some of the greatest singers from every decade since the 60s. No matter how different the voice of her duet partner, from Andrea Bocelli to Willie Nelson, to Kermit The Frog, Barbra never fails to complement each one, and not overpower as she could easily do with most.

[@MichelDomingue7]

Love your comments about their wonderful singing! I think that probably Streisand has the best voice of anyone that I have heard.😀

[@Glorygood56]

I love your joy and your analysis . And yes, these legends do bring me to tears.

[@Purple1984Rain]

Two legends up and coming young Barbra and Judy even in her final years never lost that incredible voice despite her well known personal issues.

[@hmfrias]

I enjoyed your analysis of this incredible performance. I recommend two must see’s. 1. The Battle Hymn of the Republic” .. Judy Garland decided to sing this song after her friend President Kennedy was assassinated. 2. Over the Rainbow / Command Performance.

[@antoniowatts956]

Absolutely! 💯

[@kymcha]

I love it when you occasionally feature these 1 in 3-4 generation singers.

[@TracyN67]

This performance, to me, is absolute perfection. An incredible lesson in vocal technique in three minutes. Your joy in the music makes me as happy as the performance itself! 😊

[@johngibson.youhavesuchachi3084]

You just don't get this level of talent, beauty and pure class today

[@IMB322]

These 2 women are brilliant with real talent

[@just_passing_through]

12:57 That little vocal fry from Barbra on ‘are’ (….clear again) was so unexpected yet so so wonderfully welcome. It’s not something we often hear from Barbra.

[@josapolis4564]

❤ Judy ❤

[@felipebravo7667]

Wonderful chapter today really amazing..Thanks a lot Bethany...Greetings from Chile♥️🇨🇱

[@sharoninglima1217]

Two legends. Just spectacular! ❤❤

[@MaryMom51]

I love how theyrolled or slid into that last note😘

[@meredithchandler73]

Two of the greatest singers of all time. I’ve been a huge Judy Garland fan forever and I’ve seen more than a dozen of her films (I believe she made 38 total).

[@sansone12]

Nelson Riddle said Judy was the one who came up with the "mash-up" of the two songs.

[@akrenwinkle]

Confusing Mel Torme with Nelson Riddle proves what I've known all along. Everyone on these boards is 12.

[@sansone12]

@@akrenwinkle What a douche comment.

[@sansone12]

@@akrenwinkle Does it make you feel better to unnecessarily criticize a complete stranger? Instead of saying something like, sorry but I believe it was Mel Torme and not Nelson Riddle" you have to post a snarky comment in order to bolster what must be a fragile ego. You must be a real treat to co-workers or friends, if you have any.

[@akrenwinkle]

@@sansone12 No, I don't "believe" it was Mel Torme. It was Mel Torme. You stated something wrong as a fact to inform us, so you had it coming. The pedestrian, unoriginal expression goes "You must be fun at parties." Right now, this very second, someone somewhere is busy telling a random internet stranger that. You could have thrown in "take your meds," and "mother's basement and/or attic" while you were at it.

[@sansone12]

@@akrenwinkle Feel better about yourself? Keep patting yourself on the back because that must be easier for you than being a decent person.

[@eduardosilvagomes2735]

I was looking for reactions to Barbra and found your channel. 😊 What a delightful reaction to a equally delightful duet 🤩, thank you! I subscribed and hope to watch more of your videos ❤ Greetings from Brazil 🇧🇷

[@jja8750]

Everything you said I echo the sentiment. An iconic duet (technically) and a nostalgic one for all the good feelings it gives you for a magical time/era so long ago. Thanks for the video and the assessment :)

[@sarajones5436]

You do not need to say a word your face shows it all. 2 amazing voices

[@laurathomsonmusicart9146]

Thank you for that wonderful reaction! Judy and Barbra sang another medley that very same night, one that I love even more. It's called "Hooray for Love" (misspelled on KZbin as "Horray for Love"). Could you please, please react to that? :)

[@mark-be9mq]

Wonderful

[@GOLAHURA]

They were very good years.

[@-R.Gray-]

The perfect thing to play after the ending of "What Was I Made For".

[@xaviotesharris891]

When I was a teen in the '70s, I read a biography of Barbra that referenced this iconic moment. I was in my 30s before I saw a VHS copy of this episode, and it lived entirely up to its reputation. A thousand years from now, if we haven't destroyed ourselves, this clip will still be getting views. I come back to this clip you reacted to several times a year, just to remind myself how incredible a moment in entertainment history it was.

[@antoniowatts956]

Acutely well said.

[@garyprentiss6252]

This Judt Garland & Barbara Streisand performance is a favorite of mine also. I saw it on our black and white TV back in the day. But, I love Barbara just wish I could have seen her live. So,....you must react and critique Rachelle Farrell's America the Beautiful....you will not be disappointed

[@OACDYCSF]

I've watched this many times but seeing you enjoy it so much makes it feel like the first time for me. They did another medley on the same show where they sing "Wonderful, marvelous..." You should watch it because you'll also be enchanted by it.

[@dalemcmillan7231]

Gorgeous ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@franky7584]

Two legends 🥰❤❤❤❤❤

[@1063ghost]

Yes, that sweet Smile ! 😻

[@Shellbee22]

I’ve been OBSESSED with Streisand since I was a kid ..I’m also a former Brooklynite as was she ❤️

[@oliverbrownlow5615]

BROOKLYN!!!!!

[@antoniowatts956]

I've lived there... Does that count??? #stillwithgarlandalltheway

[@waynenaki7796]

Funny and absolutely wonderful singers. 🙂

[@kd2533]

Love your channel and my goodness I adore your hair!

[@lynnimai945]

II am a big fan of Barbra Streisand. Love her voice. But I am here to say I think you have the most beautiful smile.

[@srfhi7979]

THIS BROUGHT TEARS TO MY EYES......

[@michaelchristian7824]

Real talent

[@DebbieH5731]

This duet made me cry. I'm not sure why because it's meant to be a happy song 😂. Their voices sound beautiful together. Something about the way Barbra's voice soars on words like "sky" and "from now on" just gets you in the feels ❤

[@oliverbrownlow5615]

Barbra's down-tempo recording of "Happy Days Are Here Again" was itself a departure from the song's usual presentation as a peppy, joyous up-tempo anthem to good times. On the day this performance aired, many probably still remembered that it had been FDR's campaign song in 1932, and associated it with the end of prohibition.

[@a.bbangor6116]

Can you do more of Barbra Streisand Please please❤❤❤

[@rickfairman5640]

Just curious was Judy hanging back harmonizing until the end and when Barbra was just ramping up Judy opened the food gates??????

[@a.bbangor6116]

@@rickfairman5640 Pardon?

[@camadventures2.0]

JUDY GARLAND: OVER THE RAINBOW (Command Performance 1943) IMPROVED SOUND

[@DavidGlover-s7x]

Yeah, this will never be equalled. Love your channel.

[@ChuckMusicDinoLover]

Being a professional singer and vocal coach, I am always amazed at how naturally great their technique is. Neither one had singing lessons! They both do so many correct things that we singing teachers try and try to get out of our students with often times no success. Look at their tongue positions, especially Barbra's! I call it the three F's... Fat, Flat and Forward. And it's also a little raised; a nice naturally curved upward position that also helps to get it out of the back of the throat, especially for higher notes. Both have nice relaxed jaws. Look at their faces. They never look strained! And their intonation... spot on! This was live singing folks! No editing or auto-tune! You also mentioned what a thrill it is watching and listening to two singers of the same caliber playing and feeding off each other. I'm always blown away with Barbra's performing ability and instinct at such an early age, and with not many years professionally singing before this! She's 21 here (Judy was 20 years old at 41). Barbra started singing in clubs when she was 18 in 1960, and didn't get a record contract until she was 20, in 1962 (a year before this show). It's funny when Judy says she has all Barbra's albums at home, because Barbra only had two studio albums out at that point. Hehe! Although to be fair, Barbra was on two other 1962 show albums as well, "I Can Get It For You Wholesale" and "Pins and Needles." Anyway, it was a pleasure watching and listening to your reactions to this performance. You got another subscriber!

[@oliverbrownlow5615]

Judy definitely had a vocal coach at MGM, the composer Roger Edens, and before that, presumably, she was taught by her mother.

[@ChuckMusicDinoLover]

@@oliverbrownlow5615 That's true. All the kids at MGM had to take acting, singing and dancing lessons. I guess I was thinking more on the lines of classic one-on-one vocal training. Not operatic of course. But voice lessons with classic technique, like those taught in universities, conservatories and private lessons.

[@frankiebowie6174]

Great performances, wonderful reaction. To me, their “Down With Love” medley from the same show is much more interesting. Wait till you hear it!

[@ish474]

I really enjoy watching you watch this, and both singers are amazing, but I will never understand what people like about these types of mashups. I would pay double to watch them each sing their respective songs as a duet separately. I enjoy opera, symphonies, and plays but musical theater most of the time I just can't enjoy beyond the technical brilliance of the performers. Love watching your videos!❤

[@MaryMom51]

My favorite!! Glee rendition Rachel and Kurt!! Rhe best!!

[@allengray5748]

Part II 😁 Off work now. The Hummm of Barbara! Her intro for THE WAY WE WERE!!! Classic Babbs Humm!! Awesome Video though NOT happy times for Judy at this "Stage" of her life. Dina Shore?? Nice!! Don't forget Doris Day and the Andrews Sisters!! I'm a OZZY and DIO for Judas Priest fan but still dig this stuff!! Thanks Bethany!! 🕊️☮️♾️

[@eraysererayser]

You will NEVER see the likes of this again!!! The blend, the power, the love and respect for each others artistry is truly untouchable! Bittersweet as well... the rise of Barbra's career and the demise of Judy's. Still, just ridiculous talent and collaboration!!!

[@lizpodolski6413]

This is perfection ❤

[@jeffreyverspaget4353]

Beautyfull voice from barbra Streisand and judy garland but barbra Streisand Is my favoriete tanks gr Jeffrey ❤😊😊❤

[@jnagarya519]

This is very early Streisand. And she was top level with her very first public appearance as a singer. I saw this when broadcast on TV. I must have been in junior high at the time.

[@reddragonready]

This is just one of those absolutely perfect performances. Much like Janis Joplin singing Little Girl Blue on the Tom Jones show..same kind of perfect in every way performance...technique, emoting, authenticity..making the song her own..or in the above case..their own.

[@dpausa]

God watched and heard this . . . . . . . . and He said, "Woooooooooooooowwwwwwwwwwwwwwww !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ". . . . . . . . . .

[@isabelaricieri]

I just discovered your channel and it's amazing! Have you ever heard Brazilian singer Elis Regina? She was fantastic, the best Brazilian interpreter that ever existed. You have to listen to it and, perhaps, make an analysis of this extraordinary vocal

[@davidpax]

Judy's daughter Liza Minelli has a very powerful voice too. Give her a listen.

[@EllaSilentDragon]

I have never seen this before, but it makes me happy too! ❤ Lovely reaction 😊 Btw: Hope one day you‘ll continue reacting to Dimash. Recently he sang a dreamy duet with Plácido Domingo "Au fond du temple saint". They only had one day to rehearse, since it was quite spontaneous and Dimash was getting over a cold. But it turned out beautifully. 😊 And Omir, with his brother playing the guitar, is just stunning vocally. ❤ (Even without a wide range.)

[@allengray5748]

NICE!! Though not of my genre, Barbara is of my top 5 favorite female singers. EVERGREEN (w/o Chris) and A WOMAN IN LOVE 💕 is stunning!! I've mentioned just like timing makes a great comedian also true for a GREAT singer. KD LANG also has that. ALSO an AWESOME cover of GOING TO CALIFORNIA (by Led Zep) done by Sierra Eagleson!! Time to work 😢 Peace 🕊️☮️

[@donnamentrasti2695]

Ooh...I love the video of Barbra singing "Evergreen" with Kris Kristofferson... it was actually a rehearsal of a scene for her "A Star Is Born," that turned out to be so good, they made it part of the movie.

[@allengray5748]

@@donnamentrasti2695 Adorable for sure to watch but when I just want the song, his vocals is more I'll say,,,,, distracting 😉 but yes a Beautiful scene to view!! 🕊️☮️

[@jnagarya519]

Check out Streisand's first hit, circa 1962, "People". Astonishing purity of voice.

[@brandons1844]

You should look at Ray Lamontagne. He has an amazing voice! Songs like Trouble, Shelter, Jolene are some great ones just to name a few. His songs have been covered by other artists as well. Thanks for the great reaction videos!

[@pauladuncan7351]

One duet that is great too is morgan james and Hailey reinhart doing dear prudence, sitting on a couch with just an acoustic guitar accompanying them, harmonies and joy so clear

[@ANGBANDriseU]

I don't know why, but people used to have much better quality and this comment applies to all countries. I have lived in many countries and I look at old and new people coming and going, whether ignorant or intellectual, there is a level.😢

[@WatchaDive-nw9im]

I would love to hear you analyze "Hold On" by Yes from 1983. They harmonize their vocal so beautifully I'd love to hear your take! Enjoy the channel!

[@JimJack-ng9yi]

no two singers today can match what Barbare and Judy did here

[@Angelicus-p5p]

A bygone era. They really sang with confidence. Today there are so many women singing in a light breathy way that just doesn't impress. You may be interested in singer Dallas Green (City and Colour). His voice is exceptional. He sang an impressive 'Rain When I Die' Alice in Chains tribute cover for Museum of Pop Culture acoustically. Alternatively his concert performance last year on CBC Music live was wonderful. Bow Down To Love shows his range well.

[@joshdrayton1230]

Everyone zeroes in on this Garland/Streisand duet, but the other, longer duet of Arlen and Gershwin songs from the same show is way more interesting and more thrilling.