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Broadcast date: 1974-08-24
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[@bobbyc3895]

As a college graduate with a degree in math, I can confirm that nothing from nothing does leaves nothing.

[@glennbrady9971]

Im staring at 18 empty beer bottles and they came from something!....

[@matthewwilson9656]

I was 12 years old in 1974. I didn't have a great childhood. Songs like this helped get me through. Billy Preston was awesome

[@jeffreywillis4258]

me too

[@renatocamo]

I was 5 years old hahaha but heard his music on the radio when I was 10 years old.

[@AlmostReady504]

I was 11 and remember this well. Dominated the radio on the way to school

[@SharonBrown-yn6fz]

I hope your life is great now. I always loved the music when I was a teen. The 70s

[@grantsmythe8625]

Yes, he was awesome but he had a rough time too. A really rough time, from what I read and hear. I'm glad you made it through. Life is hard. Peace to you.

[@brookswade5774]

The Afros of the 70’s were phenomenal.

[@arlettasloan6453]

Yeah they were. Well, my brother-in-law had a very, very good afro and that was in the late 90's, early 2000's. It was no technically "in fashion'" but everyone loved it.

[@wenlen7076]

And the bell bottom pants that covered your shoes...landlines and you better be home before streetlights come on 😉.

[@natnaelberhanu-i8w]

When I first saw him on a paid programming, I couldn't help thinking he looked like Jules from Pulp Fiction.

[@Wenotbooboothefoo]

Yes! ❤

[@markaddison4642]

Can't go into not one modern barbershop and get it cut. 10 brotha's walk in 10 going to walk out with octagon's, pentagon 's, and gumbies . The soul is gone in real-time. Unapologetically ,Reparations heals.

[@JohaDahlgaard]

Billy Preston is literally the personification of joy.

[@michavandam]

In his performances, yes.

[@normbale2757]

why would hip hop and rap be listened to?

[@danielflanard8274]

@@normbale2757 Because no-one is in a jovial mood at all times.

[@residual_soap]

The minor he assaulted would disagree

[@michavandam]

@@danielflanard8274 In that case, listen to Soundgarden.

[@urbanlegendsandtrivia2023]

Billy Preston = The Fifth Beatle

[@JackChiefton]

Wrong

[@TheLarryBrown]

Yes, because he played on three songs.

[@idkyall00]

Yeah, I believe it was Lennon who said that if there was a 5th Beatle it would be Preston, and also Preston is the only artist credited in a Beatles song

[@jeffreywillis4258]

@@TheLarryBrown Actually 5 songs. "Get Back" - Billy Preston played the electric piano. "Don't Let Me Down" - He contributed on the electric piano. "Something" - He played the organ. "I Want You (She's So Heavy)" - He played the organ. "The Long and Winding Road" - He played the electric piano.

[@jeffreywillis4258]

Both Billy Preston and George Martin were referred to as "The 5th Beatle". I always thought Martin had the better claim as his influence permeated almost everything they did.

[@TheReelDealwithTomKonkle]

The fun and pure happiness in the music is so great

[@soiko1784]

Pith-e Productions the first time that I see a musician happy in a music video

[@thisguy35]

watch more

[@evanbluz946]

@@soiko1784 Real happiness

[@Karmen2010]

So much enthusiasm!

[@clermeil]

That is homosexual glee on his face. "Preston did not publicly come out as gay until just before he died..."--> en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Billy_Preston

[@moretoknowshow1887]

The greatest afro in the history of rock belonged to Billy Preston..

[@brookswade5774]

Neal Schon sported a pretty good one, considering he was white.

[@lexworld1807]

Dead heat with Sly

[@brookswade5774]

@@lexworld1807 That was another good one.

[@ieattofu68]

@@brookswade5774 Neal's was big and bushy, but it lacked the fabulousness that Billy's had...

[@MyBelch]

This ain't rock.

[@edmondruiz2171]

Congratulations Billy Preston for being inducted into the class of 2021 Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame.

[@reginaldmcconnell4469]

Finally right on Billy. RIP

[@ken2999]

He deserves it!! Even though he's motown!! I welcome him with open arms!!!

[@itsabouttthattime]

About fkin time

[@robertrhein8703]

Should have been inducted a long time ago. Not so sure about this hall of fame.

[@keithdeleon3325]

@@ken2999 I think he's in because of his Beatle connection.

[@LeosAnimalPlanet]

Everything this guy touched musically turned into pure gold...

[@hansjuker8296]

This guy is so happy he's making me happy!

[@asraharrison]

The world NEEDS Billy Preston right now.... :(

[@jamieanderson3267]

I know it's so sad

[@jeffalbillar7625]

4 years later and we still need him.

[@summerbreeze757]

My word, his eyes shine like the sun.

[@Sugarsail1]

that happens when you're really friggin' high. No judgement.

[@dianemegnin7581]

Hallelujah that’s what I’m talking about Billy Preston

[@jamiepasquariello2652]

Black music in the 50s/60s/70s was THE best

[@courtlaw1]

Easily one of the best songs ever created. Also I would like to nominate this for a honorary Tiny Desk concert award.

[@countvan7406]

Is that you Ken Burke on guitar or are my eyes deceiving?

[@episodebeats2817]

He could make everyone happy but himself.

[@FitzArias]

He was a child prodigy who was probably in his mid 20s here. I was 6 in 74' and I heard his music a bit later in life. RIP Billy Preston. (1946 - 2006) 🎹❤

[@josephboyce4522]

He was terrific! Positive energy.

[@tomfindlay1489]

Real musicians playing real instruments! No sampling, no autotune, no computers!!!

[@gennadyvaskov190]

Uplifting song. Pure joy. Haven't heard it for maybe 45 years or so. All da best from USSR/Russia

[@passiveaggressivenegotiato8087]

This reminds me of being a little child, way back in the mid seventies, wow at how different things were then.

[@arlettasloan6453]

It's so cool being able to open up a video and see this again. One of the better parts of technology.

[@jasondananay1800]

Every night, my neighbor listens to this song... I make sure of it.

[@somaliagullette3230]

😂😂😂

[@jvllejan]

Hahaha ❤

[@chyanne9341]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@LeosAnimalPlanet]

Sorry I'll put the volume down bro

[@Ljfam1240]

Thank you for the awesome song Billy Preston. My brother used to sing this song when he was alive. May he rest in peace ❤

I'm 65 and I still listen this music. It was popular in 60, 70, I don't know 80s

[@lucaBackinNature]

and soon you will be 66. Congrats !😅

[@smooveroob8366]

one of the greatest lyric ever... "dont you remember i told you, im a soldier, in the WAR ON POVERTY!!!!!

[@smooveroob8366]

@DAN GMT you're welcome!

[@itsabouttthattime]

Yeah, that makes me smile every time

[@deejohn1659]

This is so damned uplifting. R.I.P Billy, the 5th Beatle!

[@cindycindybobindy1855]

I came here to say this exact thing! Not a lot of people remember him as being the 5th Beatle.

[@deejohn1659]

@@cindycindybobindy1855 ...Cindy, We'll soon be seeing more of Billy as he features in Peter Jackson's undiscovered footage of The Beatles in 'Let it Be.' I think the film will be called 'Get Back.'

[@cindycindybobindy1855]

Oh, thanks for the info!

[@Frankcastlepunisher74]

Us: Billy, how many keyboards? Billy: yes!

[@studebricker2845]

Oh please.

[@jimmyhenry8705]

Billy Preston had such a great energy about him..love it.

[@lisabergkoetter7467]

He really did and you can feel his joy and energy on his music and watching him perform brings me joy. His smile is infectious and help is always smiling. I remember seeing him on tv as a little kid and just being drawn into his performance and his energy. I was only 5 or 6 but it stuck with me. I don't even think I knew what his name was

[@YodatheHobbit]

Yeah, very apparent in Get Back.

[@juliaradochia]

I have to wonder about anyone who doesn't love this song.

[@dorisampelayo3461]

Thanks Mr Preston for your music❤

[@Gerardnolan191]

Smiles, hi Doris 🤗

[@RJLKMRD]

As far as a solo artist, to me this is emblematic of who Billy Preston was as an artist, what a wonderful wonderful pop hit

[@dougpeters1625]

The best smile in the business, pure joy! What a giant of a talent.

[@skrotorr3223]

Dang, he's soo good. We need more Billy Preston's in this world.

[@wendellhayes3524]

He's music was great! But we do not need anymore like him! We all know what he really was! Well allegedly is?

[@wendellhayes3524]

@Dan Dugan a child predator, he went to prison also

[@vincentfisher1603]

@@wendellhayes3524 Curious. What do you know that I do not know.

[@myheroproductions8070]

Check PJ MORTON

[@gustabraga3026]

kkk

[@jeahwinder4600]

He is related to my father. We're actually cousins.i don't know him in person but my dad and him are actually cousins. This man has good music

[@IndridCool54]

I saw Billy perform this when he was touring with George Harrison during the Dark Horse tour in 1974. ✌🏼🎶

[@Jeff-ot1ln]

Man, does this song say it all!? What do you think haters, cheaters and liars?

[@davis9971]

We need joyful music like this again. He was such a lovely person.

[@supersmashdragon]

You can see the man has so much rythm it leaks into his afro.

[@xmischager2664]

No wonder his afro is so big and fluffy. :o

[@dianamarie4351]

That afro is a Masterpiece!

[@woody95124]

YEP!

[@lionness3323]

Hahhaha that's hilarious. Yep so much soul and happiness

[@noneyobiz1988]

A soul brother with a soulful hair

[@LarrCo-ut7xx]

First time listening and saying who can hate this song..... no one!!!!

[@JohnPearson-d6t]

I love this song and Billy Preston. It brings me joy and happiness just to listen to these vibes, man. Am 71 and the 70`s good music memories are still with me. Thanks Billy! RIP

[@FlyingEagleTV]

Such contagious smiles. Especially from he and his drummer 😁😆

[@teletubetodd]

A great number, full of soul, from the final "Fifth Beatle." Thank you, Billy! Rest in peace.

[@levilevis9032]

So much funk it grew out of his head.

[@MrKerroro]

Hahhagahhahahaahahahaha

[@jaquanderricotte4987]

I felt that

[@davidoran123]

twenty years old when this was big. still sounds great at 70. we were really going places then............

[@eloiseripley]

Nothin' from nothin' leaves nothin' You gotta have somethin' if you wanna be with me Nothin' from nothin' leaves nothin' You gotta have somethin' if you wanna be with me I'm not tryin' to be your hero 'Cause that zero is too cold for me (Brr) I'm not tryin' to be your highness 'Cause that minus is too low to see, yeah Nothin' from nothin' leaves nothin' And I'm not stuffin', believe you me Don't you remember I told ya I'm a soldier in the war on poverty, yeah Yes, I am Nothin' from nothin' leaves nothin' You gotta have somethin' if you wanna be with me Nothin' from nothin' leaves nothin' You gotta have somethin' if you wanna be with me That's right, ha, yeah Gotta have somethin' if you wanna be with me You gotta bring me somethin' girl If you wanna be with me

[@thomassheehan1879]

Billy preston was great

[@merriamlindsey2741]

A genius!

[@bloodtopaz8816]

Still is great

[@dougeldredge]

some say hes the 5th beatle

[@lemonhead162]

Why can't people be happy like this anymore?

[@dennistate5953]

It hurts a lot. I do it anyway. I cry a lot. Crying don't bother me. What I cry about very truly do.

[@andreasschneider6600]

Society makes ya dumbo en la cabeza...

[@RPI79]

What does that even mean?

[@kjlkjjjk]

thats deep bro

[@chicodalianis8004]

access to drugs

[@gdmofo]

The fifth Beatle such talent and they recognized his talent

[@Matt-mo8sl]

Man, THIS 51 year old white boy has ALWAYS and STILL digs this song. This is timeless stuff that I played to my kids since they were knee high to a grasshopper.

[@blueberrymcphuckerson9821]

Fun Fact for those who don't know: Billy Preston was there playing keyboard with the Beetles in their famous impromptu last concert on top of the Apple Corps roof. He was friends with George Harrison.

[@filemonromero4330]

Some call him the fifth Beatle

[@Kedbuka]

Just a bunch of young people jammin', making killer music. So awesome

[@bcvetkov8534]

RIP Billy Preston. What a national treasure. This song lifts me up so much. If anyone hasn't listened to his music; please I implore you. Take the time to do so. He changed my life for sure.

[@MiltRodgers]

If you listen to this and aren't smiling, then you must be dead.

[@robertodalbosco8861]

Sempre bello ascoltare un classico di BillY

[@Nipit-po8fl]

I heard that he played pianos for the Beatles and the Rolling Stones true legend

[@animateangus]

That has got to be one of the best piano solos ever.

[@Gottenhimfella]

Indeed. I think the way the inner voices travel through and against the melodic moves of the octave boundaries of his right hand chords is particularly genius. For one thing, there are almost always three inner voices within that compact span, which is one or two more than most players normally fit into fast right hand passages. He also rarely sounds all the voices simultaneously, instead adding intricate syncopation and flam which makes the chords pop. Plus he builds soaring phrases, like a master stonemason building the arches of a great cathedral. But with that insane driving energy, like Bach on methedrine... I'm pretty sure someone who really knew stuff would find enough for a whole book...

[@sumleegai]

Sometimes less is better. This is Gold!

[@chrisdundon4594]

There is a lot going on in this song! And yes it is Gold!

[@mercymylord9416]

*if this doesn't brighting and uplift you then may the GOD LORD BLESS YOU bc you're dead inside👼🏿✊🏿👍🏿*

[@TehJew22]

Amen 🙌

[@JorgeGuacheta]

His so wonderful and beautiful...what an artist and piano player. My fifth Beatle!!

[@rubedogg6969]

How many keyboard players do you need Billy? Billy: Yes.

[@frankcabanski9409]

All of them.

[@starlite33]

he only needed one, himself, but he graciously allowed the others to join in.

[@kevincasas6354]

🤣🤣🤣

[@kevincasas6354]

He probably wants one more 💯

[@maryk446]

Ruben, I'm so glad I didn't have any food in my mouth when I read your comment. It would have all been splattered out when I laughed!

[@georgecandreva9215]

That horn arrangement is killer. Ah, baby!

[@JoseAlejandroAlburquequeTume]

Un dia gris , se pinta de colores con esta canción. Grande Billy por siempre.❤

[@jeffalbillar7625]

Ciento por ciento

[@migzz7976]

Y ahoy era completamente gris.

[@РозаВалимова]

Супер!!!! Ты просто чудо!!!! Бог делает чудеса, одно из них ты Билли!!! Любим, помним.......

[@HalEisenberg]

What a talented man, and what a great song! So glad I grew up in the '60s & '70s.

[@juliodelrio1737]

I was 12 ohhh the nostalgic days of the 70s..❤❤beautiful❤❤

[@truth1128]

This man was a genius, had a great smile, talent and charisma. We miss you Billy!! Thank you so much for posting this!

[@leaderoflions]

I'm an 80s baby and grew up listening to hip hop. I lost interest in it though due to the negative culture. I've found there is so much more to appreciate in the older music. They actually thought it out and put effort into it. And you can absolutely hear it in the music. Your guys music was drastically far better than my generations music.

[@BarbaraPelk]

I am from Germany, my Dad was in the army. He was stationed in the USA, Belgium etc.. When I was young I listened to the AFN Radiostationen and watched Soul Train on TV. All these unbelievable great and awesome singers and musicians. Like Billy Preston etc.. What a great time. Love to remember. Barbara Pelk

[@Wesleech]

can't do nothing but bob your head and smile with this song.

[@jeffthewhiff]

Billy was such a huge talent and this is probably my favorite song from him!

[@lenairholton5493]

Space Race was outta this 🌎 😂😁

[@kingwyse6327]

Will run round in circles

[@esmeraldaslifefandango7594]

I think Billy's dancing in "Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band" is exquisite. His moves were so graceful. And I love hearing him sing, "Get Back"! That is my favorite memory of Billy. And I agree he was a huge talent.

[@charlottewall3763]

@@esmeraldaslifefandango7594 modern day times?

[@janicemahan4772]

This guy is magic!

[@MrTwotimess]

Can one Afro have so much fun? Billy's pure joy in just being there, singing, is contagious.

[@maryk446]

That afro is so intense that it's as if the afro is sporting Billy rather than Billy sporting the afro!

[@juanchristianaltamirabruno9994]

One of the best afros and he had it for a long time

[@moretoknowshow1887]

It’s as if the Afro and Billy were symbiotic in nature. Both needed each other..

[@WeThePeeps1]

Now, THAT'S what I call a fro.❤

[@robinanders3954]

This man is absolutely beautiful inside and out. Well perhaps I should say handsome as he is def 100% real man. We have a shortage of real men these days so I'm always appreciative of when I see one

[@NikiOR1]

He was a gem. I got to know him well during the last days of his life.

[@relicofgold]

How did that happen? He was in a coma for months......so how did you get to know him?

[@CJH71587]

Classic from 1974! 🔥

[@bimini1216]

He was very talented on piano. These songs were just the begining of his talents

[@Karl-cf1hy]

I forgot all about this tune. Sure missed it. Excellent song, keeps my head bobbin' no doubt. 👍

[@beverlysapp4676]

I went back and watched the first episode of SNL this week trying to find something new to watch, and I came across this guy in it and I'm so impressed! Man this gets in your head really well too

[@fra2074]

Good time with Billy..

[@Myveryownplace]

I think I heard this song for the first time in 1974. I loved it then and I love it now! ❤

[@roughcutretrospect7235]

The 5th beatle! BILLY PRESTON!

[@PandoraTheOriginal]

American horror GOREY yes.

[@Drchainsaw77]

One of _many_ Fifth Beatles..

[@erosram2]

@@Drchainsaw77 The fifth Beatle was George Martin. He played piano in several songs, before Paul did. Besides, he was the producer.

[@deasttn]

Jeff Lynn wouldn't totally disagree

[@nanitothekid5380]

American horror GOREY more like the 6th... lets not forget about Pete Best

[@joejohnson6321]

I see a lot of famous guys here in this clip. The bass player is one of the 5- Stair Steps and one of the keyboard players is Roberta Flack’s son.

[@cl5619]

Known as a keyboardist, yet sang as good as anyone

[@earldriskill3505]

This song fit in perfectly with 70s pop music. Great song.

[@db60615]

5 friends in the basement making a hit song! It's beautiful.

[@realrobjohnston]

I have always loved this song. Great playing, great singing, great energy and catchy as can be. What more could you want? Billy Preston was an incredible talent!

[@NormAppleton]

Not many beatles left.

[@Rics6805s]

AHHHHHHH the good old days!!! Lots of fun and great music!!!!!!

[@gustabraga3026]

agora vi ele na minha vida

[@LucidoMafia]

This man was pure talent

[@kurthuck2630]

Such energy in his music! Nice to see him in with the Beetles later in years, "My sweet Lord". Such talent!

[@lithograph-yx2ds]

It’s spelt Beatles you dumb pos

[@MsWennett]

What a fun find for my '74 high school reunion playlist!.

[@normand.6388]

His participation on the Beatles ' Live Rooftop Concert was memorable.

[@johnnyflyover2778]

What a song. What a songwriter. What a great live performer. The trifecta.

[@DennisMorrison1955]

How could you watch these guys and not feel happy?

[@ItsAshley08]

RIGHT!! I love it!

[@croycurtis]

If you know the story of his life maybe.. That could depress you a bit

[@robertl7239]

That's a man who enjoys making great music. This is one of those songs that you can't resist smiling when you hear it. It instantly changes your mood, to "anything's possible".

[@showtimecharlie6734]

OH MY GOD-------- What a fun, bright, energetic, uplifting song, pure heaven !!!!!!!!

[@WHISKEYROCKNROLLER]

BILLY played on the last BEATLES album he was in the roof top concert always loved BILLYS grove he made the last BEATLES album a masterpiece.....

[@haruhiharu8449]

素晴らしいサウンドです。私が55年前にこの曲が大好きでよくおどってました。ジョーテックのアイガッチャ最高🎉❤😂

[@johnalexander5296]

If you are here during quarantine , know you are a part of a rare community

[@usmc-veteran73-77]

Still in some what of Lockdown in Charleston, West Virginia.✌

[@mostcologne5755]

Still here in Atlanta

[@usmc-veteran73-77]

@@mostcologne5755 still in the Beautiful Hills of Charleston, West Virginia. Thank goodness COVID19 has not infected KZbin.✌🇺🇸🎸

[@luiscuenta6789]

Still here in Mexico City

[@usmc-veteran73-77]

@@luiscuenta6789 is the death count high in Mexico? Very high up here in the States. Stay safe.

[@danielspain7231]

The most resplendent Afro I have ever seen, truly magnificent