Vocal Analysis feat. Tears for Fears - "Everybody Wants to Rule the World" LIVE in 2022

I was not expecting Curt Smith to still sound THIS good. Today we're watching Tears for Fears perform "Everybody Wants to Rule the World" LIVE.
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[@scottishguard]

Still one of the greatest bands that ever existed. Tears has ever remained on my New Wave song rotation in my vehicles and home. 🤟

[@garybradshaw5118]

Curt sang a beautiful rendition of Mad World with his daughter during lockdown. His daughter has a fantastic voice also and the combination of both musicians is definitely worth a watch

[@gregmag66]

^^^^ absolutely must watch

[@Bunny99s]

Yes. The lockdown has brought up many many great covers / versions. Curt Smith (and daughter) - Mad World ( NEpfvTdR5-U ). Evanescence / Amy Lee - Cruel Summer ( paQsE53YkVU ). The UOoGB - Love Cats ( yqbmZhd1ZFo ). Journey - Don’t Stop Believin’ ( ODdXBFDx8dc ). Nick van Eede (Cutting Crew) - Died In Your Arms ( w46jccyiF3k ). Toto - Africa ( o0uiUqjheGQ ). Sting - Message In A Bottle / Fragile / Englishman In NY ( q_78wVBmIPc ). The Rolling Stones - You Can't Always Get What You Want ( N7pZgQepXfA ). Bon Jovi - It's My Life ( vId59nuZGMg ). Stevie Wonder - Lean On Me / Love's In Need of Love Today ( 4vgfBJhlEEo ). The Doobie Brothers - Listen To The Music ( etGV7D3hYoY ). John Fogerty (CCR) - Have You Ever Seen The Rain / Bad Moon Rising / Long As I Can See The Light ( Y4E3tHaZBlc ). Rick Astley - Titanium ( L_vnEHDjfZ8 ). Goo Goo Dolls - Slide ( O-P6_-am2EQ ). Chris Martin (Coldplay) - 30 min. doing requests ( YMBK9OfsKO4 ). Not exacly a lockdown performance but just falls in line: Sting - Russians ( 6w3037nq23o ).

[@kathyrhode6252]

Both of those men still sound the same as when they were younger. Both have beautiful voices.

[@RobertWrightOneManCovers]

Roland may actually be better now than he was 30 years ago.

[@wetodedid]

The drummer deserves 95% of the credit for doing that hihat live. KUDOS!!

[@Arlene_G]

For me, this is THE iconic song of the 80's... awesome vibe, the kind you rolled down your window and cruised the coast, or hills, or on your patio... Their "Songs from the Big Chair" album spawned a few hits as well as this song; their sound is timeless. There aren't many songs that get you to bop along, Bethany, so anyone who's new knows right off, you can appreciate a great groove when you hear it. LOVED your reaction, keep the hits coming; your choices are memory churning and thought provoking.... now THAT takes talented observations and SOLID musical knowledge on which to found it all. PEACE!!

[@tnmonty501]

It’s ironic that a song that says “ nothing lasts forever “ is as you said , Timeless

[@tnmonty501]

@@Arlene_G I was agreeing with you 😉

[@Arlene_G]

@@tnmonty501 Didn't read like that but I appreciate you!! Am taking down my response to you🙃😉😂PEACE!!! 🙏🏻

[@historyguy5942]

I was a performing musician in the 80s and covered many songs of that decade. If someone was ask me to name one song of the 80s that I enjoyed the most, or one of the most iconic (of not the most iconic) it would be this one. What a great song from great artists.

[@Timmayytoo]

I had a similar reaction to hearing that performance - it's funny how much I've grown to love this album, which was released when I was 18 and fully engrossed in Heavy Metal music. Even then I had to reluctantly admit that they were really good.

[@dek86s]

open minded metal heads loves tears for fears!!! it a fact!!

[@jasonmitchell6773]

same, same. I was a sophmore in HS, and I was deep into Black Sabbath, Van Halen, Alice Cooper, etc. Our French class took a field trip to Biltmore Castle in Asheville, NC. We all rushed through it and got bored. A group of us all just went out in the middle of the front.....lawn? Someone had a boom box and I happened to have this cassette, so we all just laid down in the grass staring at the clouds listing to this cassette. Fond memories.

[@module79l28]

I'm surprised you didn't say anything about the unison between Curt and Roland. I think it's one of the hardest things for two singers to get perfectly and they're still nailing it after all these years. 🙂

[@kevinl2578]

Yup exactly agree 100%

[@michellemiles9966]

That's what I was thinking as well. Um, excuse me, there were two singers. We see you Roland. 🤟

[@cb73]

I was just thinking how perfect they did the harmony

[@garylagstrom3864]

I saw Tears for Fears in 85 on the Big Chair Tour of which this song comes from as well as The Seeds of Love Tour in 89. My favorite period of Tears for Fears- 83-89. I wish I could have seen The Hurting Tour in 83-84.

[@joselocsin2487]

I listened to this song before you where born...I guess, and yet I learn from your reactions and appreciate songs more despite my age. Great reaction! 👍🇵🇭🙏

[@gliebzeit]

Jose, you took the words right out of my mouth!! Bethany is so good at reactions and analysis of all genres of music - the best!!

[@giritharanarulampalam8602]

Well, 43 years have passed, this song still sounds beautiful!

[@MattKrogmeier]

Saw them this past summer…and they were amazing in concert, still! Their newest album has some fantastic songs as well!

[@teeture66]

I love Curt and Roland. They aged gracefully. I would go see them in concert anytime. I love how you critiqued them, so kind, well, there is nothing negative to say. What a great group.

[@SerEsc]

That groove on drums blow my mind everytime I listen to this song.

[@tnmonty501]

Wow ! I was prepared to be disappointed for some reason but Curt still sounds amazing. I love how a song can instantly transport you back to the glory days of our youth.

[@paxi3391]

Gotta say I'm speechless too. I haven't heard these guys since the 80's and I gotta say this is sooo sooo sooo sooo similar to the original. Full credit to these guys after soooooooo long. Welcome to my childhood lady. Luv this stuff.

[@PowderedToastMan420]

I'm glad to see these two guys back together again. They ended up hating each other. That tension also gave us some of the greatest harmonies. One of the gifts from the 80's. ✌

[@rickbatey1548]

I was in high school when this album came out. I went down to the record shop and bought a cassette tape that Friday. Been a fan since those days!

[@dost328]

My favorite song of all times ❤ I don't get tired of listening to that wonderful band...

[@donald2818]

Can't believe they sound so much the same still.

[@brentmatheson4729]

They are my daughter's favourite band. She's 19. Interestingly, she got interested in Tears for Fears when Curt Smith popped occasionally on the television series Psych. He was hilarious on that show. Anyhow, we went to see them in Toronto not too long ago and was amazed at their musicianship and their voices. One of the best concerts i have seen in my many years of concert going. Blew me away.

[@TheBurr75]

They still sound amazing

[@sethcashman1011]

Your first thought was mine, as well. (Great minds! 😄) An ageless voice if there ever was one!

[@GoingCoastal]

Curt Smith is absolutely awesome..... He is an underrated musician who has some great albums. And while I'm at it, Daryl Hall could learn a lot from the way Curt Smith and Roland Orzabal resolved their differences years ago. They are two mature, accomplished musicians.

[@WineSippingCowboy]

The odd thing is that TFF and Hall and Oates toured together in 1 year. Oates should reserve the right ✅ to sell. Jim Vallance sold his share of songs 🎵. His partner for many of the songs is Bryan Adams. He did not complain. The 2 had a falling out, but they reunited. Say It Usn't So , Daryl Hall. He should not have any problem with John Oates selling his share of Electric Blue.

[@allantacs1]

Thank you for the nice reaction. Tears for Fears are my favorite artists of all time. Their first 2 albums (record/LP) were the first ones I bought way back in 1985 on my 14th birthday! I still have them today and still listen to them eventhough I also have them on cds. I've watched them perform live twice already, and if ever they come back here to Toronto again to perform, I will watch them for a third time!

[@bamohrman]

I graduated high school in 85. Needless to say, Tears for Fears was was hot and one of my favorite bands at the time and 38 years later, they are still one of my favorite bands. All that to say that I had the privilege off hearing them in concert last year. Their newly released album in 2023 is excellent. Something I usually never say about older bands releasing newer stuff. Everyone wants to hear what made them famous. They played a lot from their new album but played ALL the famous 80’s songs. It was amazing. Probably my favorite concert I have ever attended. If they toured again I would go in a second.

[@omarmanzano748]

Pure quality.

[@justitia257]

80' s beautiful music, Gorgeous Vocalyst

[@MarcVanLaere-zr5im]

Such a great song. ❤

[@thefluxcapacitor1]

The female backup singer is Carina Round. Her solo album "Tigermending" is phenomenal beginning to end. She's also in Puscifer with Maynard from Tool.

[@ps3pspgoandroid]

Sometimes you have to let the song go and comment after.Bravo! Roland Orzabal et Curt Smith for being part of my life and still have the same voices.Wish you well.

[@ulyssesfilmchannel]

I never appreciated these guys enough when I was young and they were in the charts (showing my age there) but I’ve got into them much more recently and so glad they’re still going and sounding so good. Gives all us old guys hope! 🙂

[@BearDownMU]

All respect to Curt Smith, I would love to see you react to a song primarily sung by Roland. I thing he is a much more dynamic singer and his voice is insane with lots of range. I've seen them live a couple of times in the last year and he still sounds unreal. I would suggest grabbing a live version of Woman in Chains with Oleta Adams. Some serious vocal chops are being displayed in that song.

[@cliffcronk1559]

Raoul and the Kings of Spain…the entire album is masterful vocals by Roland.

[@austinmdpedi]

I’ll add “Break It Down Again,” from first album after Curt left gets me every time. Roland’s got such a warm tone and strong foundation. I appreciate Curt has a very lovely voice, but Roland’s grit does it for me.

[@jessicablattler3133]

I have been in love with Roland since the first time I heard them!

[@IwatchFilm]

Completely agree with Woman in Chains, it was a fantastic song, really masterfully done. Oleta was the perfect complement to Roland.

[@rcoveyduc]

Curt did a couple of videos with his daughter, covering their tunes, during the early days of the pandemic. Really good.

[@SomeoneElse-gv4pk]

You'd never know this was roughly 40 years after the original release. They sound fantastic

[@JayJayAlberta]

I saw them live when they were touring this album in the 80's. Honestly, they sound better now then they did back then. His vocals have more roundness and warmth than back then.

[@sunshine3914]

Saw their promotion for the tour & was so excited to get to relive my childhood, but alas, I wasn’t able to attend. Was never able to get enough of these guys, & my appreciation for them has only grown stronger over the years.

[@lyndiforehand]

They did this last tour as a part one and part two. I was able to see them each time-2022 and 2023. They were as good as the other two times I saw them. And, hopefully, there will be another time as well. Hope you’re able to catch them the next time.

[@karenlopez5441]

Thrilled to see you analyze TFF ! Their songs, especially this one, bring me back to high school and college. I saw them in concert this summer and their voices were spot on, music was tight, and audience was mesmerized and singing along with every song. I get lost in the lushness of this song! Another to check out is Sowing the Seeds of Love for a Beatles-esque tone and melody.

[@86FxBdyCpe]

Nothing beats the music from the 80s.

[@MichelleC95]

Best music ever!!

[@michaelshelton3910]

I couldn’t agree more!

[@rodrigorocha7282]

80’s and 90’s: It will be hard to defeat those years.

[@lynnx76]

❤❤❤ And I’m glad that my 4yr old grandson knows this song, bcz of this Skibidi Toilet/Speakerman theme song😊

[@Earthtime3978]

Yeah too bad it brings back drunken cocaine nights and girls I lost. A soundscape to emptiness.

[@JoeDuffus]

Always been a great song, with the strong vocal "married" to a monster groove that stays with you. Shout-out to the drummer for matching the fills on the record, too. That's not as easy as it looks, I can tell you! Roland's guitar playing was spot-on, as well. TFF was always a very "composed" band. The song "Woman in Chains" is not my favorite, but the studio version really builds beautifully, with layers of instruments and vocal tracks that explode at the end. Well worth listening to on good headphones. Roland sings that one with a tremendous assist from Oleta Adama, who just KILLS. And, because they loved Phil Collins's drum fill on "In the Air Tonight," they brought him in to play starting halfway through the song. It's just a magical use of the studio, overdubs, synth voices, percussion, and layer after layer of sound.

[@d.brooks2035]

Drummer here, yes this is a deceptively difficult song to play, probably because the original used a drum machine. The groove is easy until you have to put in the hi hat accents off the beat. Damn near impossible! The drummer here is not playing the full part, he’s only doing the accents (half the notes).

[@nicole3641]

This song brings my childhood back. '80s music has a special place in my heart (for nostalic reasons :)

[@ursusbavaricus4761]

Coming home from work, discovering that you had been taking on analysing one of my absolute favourite songs, I had to watch your reaction immediately, of course. Sheer pleasure seeing you delight in this wonderful performance, Bethany, seeing you getting into the groove from the very beginning, seeing your eyes light up - to partake in someone's absolute joy like yours is just wonderful. It's not getting less when we are sharing it, it's becoming more! Thank you Bethany, you totally made my evening!

[@gliebzeit]

I did the exact same thing! Bethany is the greatest on YT. Her enthusiasm is fun to observe and is so contagious.

[@marandadabel2146]

My five year son nails singing this song. I'm grateful for that!

[@falloutrains2641]

I love Tears for Fears, they're my favorite band. And It warms my heart to see them singing at that age. I swear to god, when the time comes for them. I will legit cry my eyes out.

[@kazza5599]

I mean, even just the intro…”welcome to your life” 🎉

[@patrickp8188]

A song, and a group, that have truly stood the test of time. Brilliant stuff.

[@davidmackeown9318]

This song was played so much on radio when I was small. Had it on repeat also on cassette tape. Classic.

[@michaelbiggs7861]

I really enjoyed your analysis. Tears For Fears are the best band to come out of the 80's. In my opinion Curt has a lovely voice, it can sound soulful in parts. Would it be possible for you to do a similar analysis on Roland. I think Roland has the broader range, his voice is more suited to songs that need a powerful delivery. Head Over Heels would be a good song to analyse. It would be good to hear how you feel their two voices combine, they have sung a few songs the whole way through together, the latest being The Tipping Point.

[@andrewb604]

One of my all time favorite bands! Had the pleasure of seeing them live for the first time last year and they sounded fantastic! Bucket list concert. I am enamoured by your reaction videos Bethany 😍 Keep experiencing more amazing 70's & 80's music and sharing your reactions and analysis with us!

[@dek86s]

please check out the working hour!! you will love Rolands voice!!

[@bambino100011]

I love this band!

[@RobertWrightOneManCovers]

Curt Smith always had it easy, as Roland Orzabal said -- "I really have to work at it, but Curt opens his mouth and it just comes out." As he's gotten older, he's pulled his foot off the gas a bit and become much more surgical in his tone generation and pitch (just look at the concentration and focus on his face), countering the depth of his aging voice with clarity and lightness, which (whether conscious or not) is a brilliant way to extend the life of a voice. These guys are an absolute treasure and possibly at the zenith of their live power as we speak. I just saw them months ago and the whole show was a revelation start to finish.

[@kathyrhode6252]

They both sounded as though time stopped! Amazing

[@martynschickerling6176]

Wow..... did not expect that....I almost accused them of lip singing...that is as good as it has ever been...unbelievable....very nice reaction Bethany and thanks for your spot on commentary....😂

[@Augfordpdoggie]

its lip synching not lip singing

[@martynschickerling6176]

​@@Augfordpdoggie O my word....slip of my keybord (different language)...MAKE AN ISSUE OF IT IF IT MAKES YOU FEEL BETTER OR PROVE YOUR KNOW-ALL. ATTITUDE...HOPE YOU NEVER EVER MAKE A TYPO....I'LL BE WATCHING........and maybe you should concentrate on the music.... rather than giving grammar (English) lessons....just FOR YOU I MADE ANOTHER TYPO....GOOD LUCK.....😁😅😭🤣☺️😱🤔🧐🤐 Ons second thoughts....I j just cut my wrists for m making such TERRIBLE .....I DON'T THINK I CAN LIVE WITH MYSELF AFTER COMMITTING SUCH A TERRIBLE CRIME 😢😮😢😢

[@spiritmediumdaniel7161]

295, Have always loved these guys. Their music gives me goosebumps, my soul coming through.

[@RandomJane104]

I've seen them live several times. They don't disappoint. 😊

[@susy_kayo]

Love love love, tks Bethany!

[@mueslix8391]

I love your videos! I especially love melodic song reviews in this genre

[@GhoulishGrinMedia]

I’m an ‘80’s kid. This is the one song that when I hear it takes me RIGHT back to where I was as a kid. When all of my family were still here on this earth. A beautiful Easter morning. A very comforting song. ❤

[@redhotchilifan98]

Almost 40 years later and they both still sound fantastic. In fact they almost sound better now in my opinion.

[@williamkrieger7932]

They still sound great.

[@jorgeundurraga2613]

My god, I'm feeling so old watching this guys😂😂😂...remember old videos when they were younger😂😂🤦🤦🤦..great song and great review!!!

[@lifecycleproject]

Totally agree... stunning. His voice is even richer and yet silkier than back in the day. Superb !

[@rcb799]

the song is timeless, and the signing is still amazing, great song.

[@WineSippingCowboy]

Written by Roland Orzabal, Chris Hughes and Ian Stanley. Wikipedia has the origin of the writing. Orzabal dod not like repeating 2 strums throughout each verse. But, he relented. Good 👍: biggest song from Songs from the Big Chair 💺 🤯. TFF still sounds on fire 🔥 . Curt Smith still sounds great 👍 Do also analyze Shout, Break It Down Again or the other songs where Roland Orzabal is the lead singer.

[@roadkill7314]

"Who am I kiddng?" You're a joy to watch!

[@raymondstephan6234]

In my opinion the other guy Roland Orzabal is even a better singer. He's easily in my top 3 with Peter Gabriel and Freddie Mercury. You need to listen to songs like "Shout", "Sowing the seeds of love", "Elemental" or the amazing duo "Woman on chains" with Oleta Adams.

[@user-bu5bz3rk6m]

30 + years and can still drop it live like that, god it was a great time to be growing up!

[@gergsar]

one of my favorite songs... ever

[@austinmdpedi]

Great review of a beautiful voice. Thank you. Roland also has a very strong and unique voice. Among the million requests you get, consider “Break It Down Again,” one of my TFF favs that came off the first album after Curt left. Great lyrics and vocal drama and transitions. Thanks!

[@austinmdpedi]

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[@takaorobinson8719]

I love her reactions. Especially on music from the 80s.

[@sage11x]

This is my favorite song of all time. It strikes a chord so deep within me that I don’t know quite what to do about it. It’s an achingly beautiful, bittersweet song.

[@stevenwelp7165]

Their overall effect, imho, is warmth with textural depth, a crispness, freshness and passionate lyric atmosphere.

[@pinball1970]

The attention to detail here is fantastic. Nothing better than watching a band trying to recreate a sound on a great track.

[@jutukka]

Great performance. The only thing missing was that little cowboy with his toy gun, from the original video. 😁

[@Scatman5]

One of my favorite songs! I love your song reviews.

[@danielpadilla7783]

They came to California, I'm really enjoyed the show, they sounds exactly the same as 40 years ago, I love tears for fear

[@beardymcbeardface69]

Wow! They sound amazing!

[@gliebzeit]

Thank you, Bethany. This was a super experience having you react and analyze this performance. Your enthusiasm and pointing out details that I'd not thought about, make for such enjoyment. Oh, and Curt still knocks this out of the park. Please do a reaction to AURORA's 'Your Blood' music video ... and/or maybe the acoustic performance at a Meet & Greet in Bejing a few days ago.

[@newpairodimes]

Trying to figure it out, and I think you are right with Curt's voice. It's really good and you can clearly hear his original vocals reflected in this, but the way he slides off notes is different, and more brightness, and less bass quality in the vocals. But still he and Rowland have aged their voices really well.

[@jah9253]

You need to check out Procol Harum's "A Whiter Shade of Pale" 2006 live performance from Denmark with Orchestra! To give you some context, this song came out in the late 1960's. So this is about 40 years removed from the original release. Lead singer Gary Brooker's voice sounds eerily similar to the original. It's moving and awesome!

[@jeffkins62]

Tears for Fears one of the best and always will be The Hurting great album and track

[@brianholmes1024]

Wow. Very insightful. It's wonderful to hear your perspective of such a great song. Thanks for sharing, Bethany.

[@user-xf8is8qs2w]

As an "older" bassist/vocalist (I'm 69), I find that I'm able to reach higher notes that I could not sing 30-40 years ago. So yes, my voice has changed, but definitely for the better. Knowing how to sing correctly, has helped with the longevity of my career.

[@IrenESorius]

Möre soundtrack to my teenage,, 💖🥰💖

[@johnpinto5292]

I’m a 60 year old singing in a rock cover band! Kudos to the old guys!!!

[@erikmaronde2244]

Very few vocalists keep their craft together over decades, These Guys do. Another one is Jon Anderson (of Yes). 🎯👍🎶🖖

[@reedhaley15]

I had forgotten just what a great song this was. He does still sound just as good as ever.

[@davidmeyer3955]

Tears for Fears has a wonderful array of memorable songs. I've listened to them all and I saw them perform at Red Rocks which was unforgettable and indelible. In some of the darkest times in my life, though, I've often turned to "Goodnight Song," which is in my opinion (along with some songs from "Seeds of Love") one of the most soulful and heart penetrating songs from "Elemental." I'd love to hear what you think of that particular tune. Thank you for your Channel and I love your analyses.

[@kathyrhode6252]

I like for you to do a review a young man from Australia by the name of Ty Baldwin. Young man with an amazing talent.

[@chubbyrain3]

I saw this last year was taken back by how his voice still sounded amazing. Please have a look at Matt Corby - Brother (Like A Version) - live on Triple J. You won't be disappointed. Absolute masterclass in singing and you will cry :) Thanks for doing what you do, great channel and I learn a lot.

[@4Saken4ever]

I was in highschool when they came out, look old ,really old ..but still sound like they did back in the day ,if not better ...

[@gcollinbyrne]

It's his natural style, and lots of rehearsals.That's what makes stars.

[@stevenwelp7165]

The room acoustics, the mics, the engineer mix and thru the lines to video final out.

[@steelbat54]

I was on the fence with a lot of music from the 80’s for a long time. Mostly in the 2000’s but I relearned to appreciate it. Sounds crazy since I’m 69 and the 80’s was the MTV years which was always on to see the next big video or your favorite song. But in saying all that this song in particular is one of my favorites. It’s nice to see and hear them again and sounding marvelous.. Great analysis.. I may have mentioned this before but I honestly enjoy your facial expressions during your viewing, a lot going on in your head and I always appreciate your expertise.. 👍

[@Katernilla]

I cannot believe you haven’t done LP!! Lost on you is my favorite song of hers.

[@William27410]

Carina Round!!!! ❤

[@tinman5112]

@ William27410..Glad to see someone else noticed her too!

[@ChrisLegner-qp1yh]

Brilliant choice. The passage of time has been very kind to Tears For Fears and their musical catalog.

[@allengray5748]

NICE!! Being of early Rock and particular Heavy Metal this is one of the few of this genre style I actually liked. Just don't tell my friends 😉. Going to have to give this a closer listen including lyrics. Thanks Bethany GREAT CHOICE of video also! Peace 🕊️☮️♾️😎

[@keithhart3689]

Everybody on planet earth need to watch Curt Smith( lead signer here) and his daughter doing Mad World together at home during covid it is amazing!!!

[@shaneomack5018]

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