WOW! Simply Red: HOLDING BACK THE YEARS!! Reaction

[@wanessasantos545]

Mick Hucknall wrote this song at age 17 when he was still living in his father's house. When he sings "Hoping for the arms of mater" he's referring to his own mother who left him at age 3, that's why there's so much pain in his voice. Today he is 61 years old and remains one of the greatest singers in the world

[@johnmcintosh5465]

You kinda like him I'm guessing 🤔 great tune

[@mauritonnio]

Niice. Simply The best

[@energeez]

what's the arms of mater

[@lutherl2350]

@@energeez the arms of mother.

[@jennpalex]

Yeah, because he got to that point where he knew it was time to leave make your own way, but it's scary no one wants to make mistakes, holding back years. That's deep.

[@carnifexmactator]

It gives me GREAT joy to see someone as young as you enjoy the heck outta a song I’ve loved since 1986. Thank you!!!

[@Cuprum-ws5lo]

That’s what I really love about these react videos. It really fills the heart to see younger people enjoy earlier music.

[@n7y8c7]

So true!!!

[@reginaldfrazier7725]

I agree, good music transcends time.

[@89801wink]

Agreed.

[@richh650]

Simply one of the very best songs of the 1980s. And... what a voice!

[@johndurrett3573]

I was able to hear him in concert overseas and he was fantastic. Such an incredible soulful voice.

[@andohish27]

The melody and frickin SOUL that Mick has when he's singing is just a thing of beauty. Brings a tear to my eye.

[@teddygoodluckiii5013]

I hope the younger generation learns you never judge a book by its cover.....80's were good times...

[@tomrobinson8257]

Once you let the song actually play I have to say that the joy that overtook your face was incredible. Simply Red is from my time, and he truly is one of the world's great singers. Your smile is infectious Jay!

[@hazahizabbanzabalawan3815]

A fckn classic. To let this sink in... This dude was only 17yrs old when he wrote and cut this track. Used his memories of his moms leaving him at a young age. CLASSIC

[@bunjiyoutube3214]

Beautiful song. They also sang "If You Don't Know Me By Now" which is worth listening to.

[@GottesKrieger]

If You Don’t Know Me By Now is also a great song.

[@timsonier442]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/sIXGpmqDeNmoitU This one.. Very good.

[@ramon3960]

Simply Red's song is a cover though

[@nickbrooks2408]

Good cover. But Harold Melvin and the Blue Notes made "If You Don't Know Me By Now."

[@runster5157]

@@nickbrooks2408 Teddy Pendergrass was the lead singer; another great one.

[@LokiDWolf]

Simply Red IS the original! And this song was epic when it came out on the radio. It was well received. Still is. Obviously since videos like this exist. I'm so happy later generations are experiencing this and enjoying it. It's a very sad song but so beautiful! ❤

[@darkdaze3860]

Simply Red had a ton of hits! Very awesome band.

[@n7y8c7]

Love my Angie Stone (Love and Basketball), but there's just no substitute for Simply Red on this song

[@cardman493]

actually Simply Red wasn't the original. It was originally recorded in 1982 when Mick Hucknall was lead singer in the Frantic Elevators, they had a much more punk and raw sound

[@martinwest8374]

Filmed in and around Whitby, North Yorkshire (UK). The ruined church is Whitby Abbey which was the inspiration for Bram Stoker's "Dracula". The steam engine is on the North York Moors Railway - a heritage line run by volunteers. A great song filmed in a great location.

[@drewstclair8670]

his name is Mick hucknall, british singer and lead singer of simply red, welcome to the sounds of the 80's arguably the greatest time for sould rnb, his concerts were amazing,

[@drmarkintexas-400]

🏆🏆🏆👍🇺🇲🙏 My mother, who just passed away peacefully, at 92, cried everytime she heard this song. And, hearing her cry, made me cry or I had to leave. Very powerful performance. 🏆 Thank you for sharing SUBSCRIBED, you are fantastic. 🤗

[@russsnider7375]

R.I.P. to your mother. I bet you get a smile on your face and a warm place in your heart every time you here this song. Take care…

[@SIXX2772]

And THIS is why you need to dive into music reactions lol..we all aint that different from one another

[@teddyhart2913]

Angie stone(a black woman) did sing this in the love and basketball soundtrack lol so youre right, but Simply Red is the original (to my knowledge) and my fav version

[@eileencritchley4630]

Yes it's the original as Mick Wrote it himself about his own life.

[@mikesigncarver3803]

You should look at videos of him now at 62 years old singing it, he sounds just as good ...amazing

[@dontrustwhiteyevery1]

Him and phil Collins.

[@mikesigncarver3803]

@@dontrustwhiteyevery1 Phil Collins is one of my favorites of all time

[@vickyferreira3259]

Yes! He sounds exactly the same.

[@indiechana9771]

Wow a true and real reaction video He sang this with so much emotion...... His mum left him when he was young. The pain so true. He's a true British legend!

[@jericoba]

Believing can be misleading. Always look up what you like, you'd be surprised what you find. Loving this song! Brings back memories.

[@sarastromseth-troy3323]

Angie Stone did a remake of this song for the movie. Simply Red did the original version back in 1985. Mick Hucknall is an amazingly soulful singer. He wrote this song when he was a teenager about his mother, who left him when he was very young.

[@josephhertzberg2734]

Angie Stone is simply divine

[@enworb]

I’m seeing Simply Red for the third time in February. Mick and his backing singers and band are always flawless live.

[@pamagnolia]

Gorgeous song. But watching you enjoy that song so much was priceless girl!!! 😊🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹

[@G.O.B55]

It's never bad to be shocked or suprised that's how you find life's little gems. Great song

[@rnw2739]

it is bad however, to judge a person's ability and/or talent entirely on the way they look.

[@kilgoretrout3966]

Sting says, and I agree, that surprise is key to music being interesting, and pulling you in.

[@TheDisabledGamersChannel]

You should react to his LIVE performances, no matter his age he sounds as good live as he does here, it's remarkable, i remember when this song first came out, and when i saw Simply Red in concert, he does not disappoint !

[@rckp9619]

Wait you've never heard of Blue Eyed Soul?.... You definitely need more Simply Red in your life 😁

[@elisageorge1798]

I've heard some people call it that.. But I disagree...Soul is soul...Sung in the way black people been singeing forever...

[@puertoricangringo3144]

Blue Eyed Soul.Check out Lowdown by Boz Scaggs

[@badplay156]

Go for the original Blue Eyed Soul .... the Righteous Brothers

[@cityhonors1]

Blue Eyed Soul: 'Sarah Smile', Hall & Oats 🥰🐰

[@jaypeters5224]

​@@elisageorge1798 🙄

[@andyt5116]

Definitely rated at very top.. a true classic song that will never get old in my view.. have the Picture Book album myself.. play it when I need to wind down and relax.. have seen SR live in Auckland, NZ.. treasured memories.. HBYs takes me back my rebellious days of the 80's.

[@xciteful]

Don't be racist now. Mick Hucknall had all the soul that you could have projected into anyone else.

[@ImaDieHrderLkeMyKidBruceWillis]

She said black woman…so is she being sexist too? Gtfoh. Don’t be an a**hole. If you can help it.

[@StunnedByWrestling]

Mick, the lead singer here had his most successful song in the UK called 'Fairground'. I'd love to see what you think of it, it was in the charts for months during the mid 90s.

[@fueledbyrhythm]

Simply Redd was fire back in the day

[@RTDavis0503]

This song my jam. This reminds me when my dad used to come to Milwaukee to drive back to Virginia to live with him for the summer. This song was on repeat all over the nation during this time. I loved it. It played on the radio on every station while we were driving down there.

[@chrisb8655]

Thanks for posting. I remember that summer when this song was on. Great jam, for sure.

[@ricosmith7084]

I appreciate your honest reaction to not knowing who Simply Red or Mick Hucknall is. I went to a lot of concerts in '80s, all genres of music, and Simply Red is one of my all-time favorite bands. I saw them live three times, in DC, NYC, and SF. As good as they sound on record, they were even better live. Mick Hucknall's vocals were always strong, and the band was hella tight! The guys you saw in the video were the band. Thanks for bringing back the memories! By the way, what you heard in 'Love & Basketball' was a remake for the movie soundtrack.

[@irresistablegraceinchrist6690]

They named it after his hair, because it was SIMPLY RED! Love this video gives an Old Irish country nostalgia feel to it.

[@dexstewart2450]

..except they are in the North East of England, in Whitby

[@hdmccart6735]

Where to start...Mick Hucknall is Simply Red - the rest of the band are generally session players with a few exceptions. Mick named the 'band' after his favorite club Man U. Quit bullshitting christian boy...

[@iliveonjupiter]

It’s actually Simply Red because he supports Manchester United

[@MarkMcLT]

This was a really fun reaction! He has an amazing voice and this is a great song.

[@felixramos3078]

Another 80s Classic. We had the best music and musicians. ❤

[@jahrolo]

Saw them live in Vienna a few years ago. Great musicians and Mick still got it :)

[@SMT-vb2vb]

I think it’s wonderful when younger people hear the music you listened to in your own youth and loving it❤

[@erickent3557]

Yep, beautiful song, gorgeous voice. When it came out, I was too young, too angry, but still knew it was fantastic. After all the heartaches and what is it, 35-36 years later, his performance hits like a ton of bricks...

[@donnagoodman3099]

Mick Hucknall wrote this song when he was 17. His voice is incredible. He sounds the same in the studio, live or on cd. I believe the song is about his Mother leaving him at a young age, and being brought up by his Father. Thank u for a great video.

[@itiswhatitis1345]

"...This song is old as...old" haha. I getcha though. I'm older and it seems like it was yesterday in a way What a great song that was. It was given a lot of radio play which was well deserved 💞

[@paranoidewok6772]

Stay with You - Goo Goo Dolls if ya can 😀 Simply Red is a criminally underrated band.

[@user-fk3ik6ew1o]

Iris

[@paranoidewok6772]

@@user-fk3ik6ew1o meh, pretty much everyone's reacted to it already

[@jer2xjim]

Jay's smile (07:00) just melts my heart. Feels so good to see her happiness.

[@djpj9174]

And that sweet lady is Blue Eyed Soul at its best. Simply red. one of the most underrated bands to come out of the UK

[@jeffreythompson6330]

Mick Hucknoll has a beautiful voice! ❤

[@watchalot919]

Seen this sung live twice and it's just incredible.

[@dansavoie5087]

MS. Jayshara this music reaction is almost 3 yrs. old and I'm not sure what current interests have become prominent now in your young life but I can tell you this is one of the best music reactions I've ever seen. You're delightful with your reaction. I truly enjoyed how you were surprised but still loved the song. I love this song the very first time I heard it, his voice, music and how I related to the lyrics. His voice in this song gives an educational fact to learn and never forget that as a whole we are equal. As individuals we are different. No matter our race, nationalism, religion, culture and gender we all have the same characteristics in any categorized group and as individuals we have our own traits we developed but those traits exist in every group. This makes us all equal. I hope you're happy. Also on a personal observation from an old man, you're very beautiful.

[@corycory7652]

Angie Stone sang a "Cover" of this song in the Movie you speak of...the Original Version was and always has been sang by our man from Mick Hucknall from Simply Red!

[@thomasanderson3892]

Simply Red, that song speaks to the heart...

[@Whatdoyouthink.687]

Yeah, that is truly an amazing song. Thanks for making the vid.

[@ericaturnerpantoja7843]

One of my favorite artist I love simply red and you should listen to the rest of his albums 🥰

[@stevescott200]

My favorite simply red song is "You've got it" and the video that goes with it is also beautiful,

[@anthonykelley368]

The look on your face is absolutely priceless! 👍🏾 He's British I believe...That's the kind of music I grew up on and Music isn't made like that anymore... That's an all time timeless classic that came out in the 80's...

[@PhilTheProf]

I've been a concert goer for over 50 years and Mick is the best live vocalist I have ever heard.

[@mumm-ratheeverliving2288]

Angie Stone did a cover of this song, that may be the version you know. Simply Reds' version came out like in the mid 80's, which is actually the version I like the best even though Angie did do a great remake.

[@davidahmed7792]

I'd totally forgotten Angie Stone... shame on me. I love "I Wish I Didn't Miss You Anymore." One of my favourite vocals - it makes the hairs on the back of my neck stand up.

[@mumm-ratheeverliving2288]

@@davidahmed7792 yeah, she has a great voice. Thought she should had been much bigger than got. "No more rain" is another great song of hers. I still vibe out to that one from time to time too.

[@michaelhawkins7389]

@@mumm-ratheeverliving2288 well the original is by Simply Red .

[@melanienelson1148]

"Old as......Old." Gen Xers everywhere felt that right in the heart. Kidding. I'm so happy the younger kids are appreciating this song. It's absolutely flawless.

[@ryanlawson1234]

This version came out 1985, Love and Basketball was done over by Angie Stone in 2000 I think.

[@lorenprinc]

I think "Basketball Jones" by Cheech and Chong was around "75"! (just kiddin' around)

[@AzaleaLala]

This was a great reaction. Discovering the background to a song you love. There was a lot of good music in the 80s.

[@fuxxthewoke3824]

its a uk band called simply red . from manchester wrote in his bedroom when he was young lad and released in 1985 all about his up bringing and struggles

[@dirtyface-capone7622]

When I first discovered who really made the song "Sara Smile", I was floored the same way😆

[@davidshattock9522]

He covers the. song every time we say goodbye written in 1930s absolutely great

[@user-jt9vw4ji2i]

This is mick hucknell. No auto tune. Just pure talent.

[@juliocesargarrido2844]

Your reaction is so beautifull. I m 54 Years old and this is my favorite music 80 and 90’s wonderfull. Saludos from Panamá

[@caitlynw.2524]

Yep! Mick Hucknall such a fantastic talented singer he’s just amazing 💜

[@darkmatter6714]

He sold over 70 million albums. You should try some of his other stuff, like “Sunrise” or “Stars”…coz if you like this, then you’re gonna like his other tunes

[@Wolverine72]

She still can't believe it!

[@eliminator7ful]

You said it. And we all did too back in the day when he nailed it. Everyone thought this was sung by a young black woman who had wisdom. Mick H. had and still has that great voice.

[@jamesmitchell3615]

What's amazing is when people are ignorant about something, how they refuse to admit they were ignorant lol 😆. Love the genuine reaction, this joint is an oldie but a goodie 💯

[@arielcrespo397]

The live version sound great

[@kenteague4802]

He is still belting out this song

[@elizabethmorton6751]

I think it's delightful when you discover that a song you love was created by a totally different person than you pictured. For me, I could not be convinced Tom Waits was not a black man until friends showed me a bunch of album covers and pictures. It goes to show we have generalizations in mind about what different kinds of people sound like, but really a strong unique voice can appear in anyone.

[@rhyannsworld70]

If they ever come back to America you have to go see him in concert he is amazing

[@billwicketvogel1787]

I'm pretty sure Angie Stone performed this song on the Loving Basketball soundtrack

[@teddyhart2913]

Lol she was right by thinking it was a black woman singing

[@Detrimental313]

She did a remake of this song

[@Bradford630]

Hi JayShara if you enjoyed this Simply Red track you should listen to Simply Red "Money's Too Tight (Too Mention).

[@randy_n]

If You Don't Know Me By Now by Simply Red is the next song you have to listen to if you want to go down the Simply Red rabbit hole.

[@alfrednaify1683]

Angie Stone did the cover of "Holding Back The Years" on the Love and Basketball soundtrack. Simply Red's song came out in 1985 and he is from the UK. Another good song from Simply Red is "Sunrise' sampled with a Hall & Oates song "I can't go for that". If you are about great songs from that movie you need to listen to Lucy Pearl w/Raphael Saadiq "Dance Tonight" and Goapele "Closer to my Dreams".

[@alexfletcher5192]

For a depressing part of my life this was basically my theme. And then I found love at last.

[@RTDavis0503]

Simply Red did this originally. Angie Stone did the remake on Love and Basketball

[@lfcgero35]

They have lots of hits many you probaly have already heard. They are even better live believe me. Top reaction great to see your shock that he was a red haired white boy from the north of england lol. Slainte from ireland.

[@MonkeyBoyDrinksVat69]

This track helped get Simply Red a best newcomer Grammy for the 1985 album 'Picture Book'.

[@Gsxbuic1]

There's no mystery. We all revel in our dreams of falling into one another's arms, then it happens! I can only hope so.

[@jonnno2439]

Mick had and still has a phenomenal voice. Maybe try "For Your babies" , "Something Got Me Started" " Stars"

[@mrgarnz7556]

Love your facial reactions to this, genuinely shocked by Mick’s appearance - northern soul baby 😎

[@BettySturgeon]

And he sounds just as good today as he did when he was a youngster.

[@isaiahhellems7901]

Voices can come from anyone. Not thst the skin color matters anyway. The song is amazing and so is he. Nuff said.

[@Asherfonseca]

Smiling my cheeks hurt at your heart felt reaction. I love it also.

[@mglagrla]

You should see his live version 25 years later, Mick sounds even better.

[@DanReviewsIt]

Stumbled upon your channel looking for reactions for this song and yours is my favorite! I love that you have come across the original of this brilliant song and Mick's incredible voice! Thank you for sharing your reaction with us!!

[@michaelwiggan7437]

It's Blue Eye Soul from the UK .. he's whole catalog is amazing!!

[@andersgranstrom7128]

Love your great taste and this reaction! Gotta follow! :-)

[@JohnnyBarton85]

Absolutely love this song lol I thought he was black until I was in my teens and starting researching music related topics

[@StunnedByWrestling]

For a white man with red hair he has the most soulful voice I ever heard

[@chrismiddleton4788]

You would really enjoy his full live concert at Old Trafford in Manchester in 1996 shown on youtube

[@47Diddy]

With this song, Mick Hucknall has created a monument for eternity and written music history... simply legendary! And I am delighted to see that young people like you like and love this music. That's great... that's the only way music can remain immortal! 🎤🎶😊🙏👌

[@johnhsconiers3308]

So glad your loving the music we grew up on.Thats our music

[@Asherblueprint]

It sure is a beautiful song. I loved it when came out in the 80s.

[@dddlll2471]

I am an 80s guy and loved simply red...... but I can't even listen to this while watching her .... SHE IS SO BEAUTIFUL....

[@reshaud81]

Sunrise is another banger by Simply Red. They sample Hall and Oates I Can't Go For That on the track!

[@smittybenzo4693]

And this came out in 1985.....15 years before "Love And Basketball".

[@d.b.2997]

Mick Hucknall has an amazing voice. He is English and still sounds amazing to this day. This song has been one of my favorites since it came out years ago. I listen to it on repeat sometimes!

[@TravelMaster69]

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[@robbielux8353]

Love your channel..been a subscriber for a minute..never commented so this will be my first lol..I think you should do way more music reactions. Though I love comedy, music is what makes the world turn. I know you’ll discover and love lots of music that’s out there that you’ve yet to hear. Simply Red is just the beginning.,,

[@kennethfrawley]

Hysterical! Once again, loved another one of your videos, luv! Simply Red's song is an absolutely brilliant one! Now, via KZbin, I have been discovering reactions during which the reactor is shocked by the whiteness of the performer. Being Casper AF from Wales, I am used to people profiling, or assuming, for I am endlessly surprising people with my affection for old school R&B. Once, in the US, I actually had black people surprised that I knew all the answers to their questions about R&B, Funk, etc. then say that my knowing meant the world to them. Nice! Now, for your next reaction, have a go at 'my jam,' What You Won't Do For Love, by Bobby Caldwell. Cheers, luv!

[@lorenprinc]

that came as a "45" and it was a red heart shaped record. I think I still have a couple of copies somewhere!

[@lorenprinc]

I'm talking about Bobby Caldwell.

[@eddie623]

There's only one word that describes this song from a Texas cowboy OUTSTANDING!!!👍

[@drichards7217]

It must make this song extra special to you now ! Love your reaction

[@darren6202]

Came across you for the first time today. Loved your reaction to this song! Soooo sweet :-)