Gene Chandler was born on July 6, 1937 in Chicago, Illinois. He is a Grammy Hall of Fame inductee and a recipient of the Rhythm and Blues Foundation's Pioneer Award. Today, July 6, 2022, he is celebrating his 85th birthday. He will be 87 years old on July 6, 2024
As a child my dad played this for us an I'd throw on my hat an grab my stick an we would sing an dance. My dad died a couple years back an when i listen to these tracks they brings back so many memories. Those were golden day
Love this song! I am 76 and love to hear the oldies! I’ve seen the Beatles, Elvis, the BeeGee’s and others. What a treat to still be able to listen to all these guys!
Early 1962 smash-hit record on which one can hear the R&B vocal harmony style (aka doo-wop) turning into smooth Chicago soul right before our ears. It was the first record I ever bought (1/27/62), and it went on to become a massive R&B/pop-rock crossover hit, both in Chicago and nationally: #1 R&B and pop for five weeks / #2 R&B hit of 1962, #4 pop hit of 1962 (in Cash Box and Music Vendor). Grammy Hall of Fame record.
Saturday morning January 27, 1962: I (as a 12-year-old) was set on making my first record purchase, one 45 single being all I could afford. It turned into the Battle of the Genes for me. I had intended to get the current #1 record in Chicago, "Town Without Pity" by Gene Pitney, but when I noticed that Gene Chandler's "Duke of Earl" was debuting that day at #27 on the WLS Top 40 Silver Dollar survey and that the store had it, I just couldn't resist the newer, shinier object. The very next week Pitney lost a face-off with Gary (U.S.) Bonds' "Dear Lady Twist" and then I was out of money for a while. I never did get "Town Without Pity," which was a real pity for Pitney.
fantastic song this "Duke of Earl" ..fantastic singer Gene Chandler .. there is something in his voice ' not of this earth " .. May be one of the best singer in the soul music .
Du, du, du, became Duke and Earl was part of the group, so Duke, Duke, Duke, Duke of Earl, duke, duke - pure genius, and thanks for such a wonderful song, all these years, still rings 1962, how do you do?
I was around nine years old when this song was a hit, and I remember being fascinated by it. Chandler was of course fantastic, but I thought the background vocals were the coolest thing I’d ever heard. This was pre Beatles, and of course when they came along everything changed...but this is a reminder that there was great music happening before the Beatles came along.
I'm 10 years older than you and I love this song and all of the oldies but a lot of people do find it weird that I even know this stuff but it's because my father was born the same year as this artist so my father grew up on this stuff and played it constantly when I was younger.
It's not that you're weird... it's that most people are ignorant of music history and have poor taste, in general. Never listen to music that you don't enjoy, and never stop listening to music that you love. Don't let stupid people influence you.
The only woman I ever loved departed this world years ago and now my flame is burning lower and will be extinguished soon. I am still inspired by this song from our childhood that my love will be waiting for me when I am ready to join her in Paradise.
I'm 67 born in 1955 and this is one of the first songs that I ever heard. The first song I recall hearing was by Bobby Blue bland. Call on me. I was just a boy but I can remember these songs and they sound just as good today
Other den the kids in my generation i love to listen to this song and more similar and i think its because i was raised around a lot of older people but i love this song
I remember going to the show with my big sister to see the Duke of Earl on some moving and she was just screaming and all over the floor and I was cracking up
In 1962, I was only five years old but I love to listen to this song at 66 years old. I look at the fine young women in this video, all natural and no tattoos. Women were women back then.
Love this It’s noticeable the dancers and audience where all white But I always recall this legend and his song from then Thanks for your bravery mr chandler 1960
Even after all these years i still love this song any one else 2024
Dude has the voice of an angel.
Yes ❤
boy was bringing straight heat
Beats any music today when talent was talent
If your here in 2024 your a legend just like this song 🔥 ❤️
Never thought of myself as a legend, thank you 😊
3/6,FYP🇮🇹🖐️
This song will never get old one of the greatest songs ever
Gene Chandler was born on July 6, 1937 in Chicago, Illinois. He is a Grammy Hall of Fame inductee and a recipient of the Rhythm and Blues Foundation's Pioneer Award. Today, July 6, 2022, he is celebrating his 85th birthday. He will be 87 years old on July 6, 2024
Wow he's the same age as my father and this song is great 👍😊 When I was younger my dad would play this song because it reminded him of his youth.
Born and raised in Chicago! My mother used to play this song all the time listening to her Dusty's/Old school!
Looking forward to his 86th 🎩🥃
Thank so much for your information. May God Bless Gene Chandler
One year later...
One of the greatest songs of all time
Smiles, hi Wendy 👋
absolutely
For sure!
As a child my dad played this for us an I'd throw on my hat an grab my stick an we would sing an dance.
My dad died a couple years back an when i listen to these tracks they brings back so many memories.
Those were golden day
The respect I have for people over 80 solely on how much change they’ve seen and come to understand.
You live 80 years and you will see a lot of change also .
… and whoever singing bass is absolutely “bringing”it!!
good memories....takes me back when I was a child😊
Love this song! I am 76 and love to hear the oldies! I’ve seen the Beatles, Elvis, the BeeGee’s and others. What a treat to still be able to listen to all these guys!
Still here in June 2024 ❤
Happy birthday Gene! 86 years young!👍🏾😁
Wow Music when it was classy! I am 38 born in1985 and all growing up all i ever wanted to listen to was "oldies with mom and dad. Miss those days!!
Still One my favorite Songs ❤ beautiful voice
This is a time when singers could actually sing
Exactly.
I was in Navy boot camp in San Diego 1962 with Gene Chandler, but he was a few companies ahead of me.
i am his father
Cool! I went to boot in San Diego too but much later, 1978. Class individual and classic song! Wow!
Early 1962 smash-hit record on which one can hear the R&B vocal harmony style (aka doo-wop) turning into smooth Chicago soul right before our ears. It was the first record I ever bought (1/27/62), and it went on to become a massive R&B/pop-rock crossover hit, both in Chicago and nationally: #1 R&B and pop for five weeks / #2 R&B hit of 1962, #4 pop hit of 1962 (in Cash Box and Music Vendor). Grammy Hall of Fame record.
Thanks for the history. I loved this song from teh money I head it in public school!! Gene is masterful!
@@biaedwards4025 - You're welcome. The Duke still rules over his dukedom!
Saturday morning January 27, 1962: I (as a 12-year-old) was set on making my first record purchase, one 45 single being all I could afford. It turned into the Battle of the Genes for me. I had intended to get the current #1 record in Chicago, "Town Without Pity" by Gene Pitney, but when I noticed that Gene Chandler's "Duke of Earl" was debuting that day at #27 on the WLS Top 40 Silver Dollar survey and that the store had it, I just couldn't resist the newer, shinier object. The very next week Pitney lost a face-off with Gary (U.S.) Bonds' "Dear Lady Twist" and then I was out of money for a while. I never did get "Town Without Pity," which was a real pity for Pitney.
Love this record!
@@realhakimrasheed - You and me both! Its brilliance is undeniable. Gene Chandler is an all-time great.
This song is one of my all time favorites. Brings back a lot of memories!!!
Same !
Ditto!!!
Ditto!
This has to have been remastered, it sounds so crisp. A very accomplished singer and song
fantastic song this "Duke of Earl" ..fantastic singer Gene Chandler .. there is something in his voice ' not of this earth " .. May be one of the best singer in the soul music .
Du, du, du, became Duke and Earl was part of the group, so Duke, Duke, Duke, Duke of Earl, duke, duke - pure genius, and thanks for such a wonderful song, all these years, still rings 1962, how do you do?
A great artist and great song! Music today has nothing to compare!
Cheers to that 🥃
I was around nine years old when this song was a hit, and I remember being fascinated by it. Chandler was of course fantastic, but I thought the background vocals were the coolest thing I’d ever heard. This was pre Beatles, and of course when they came along everything changed...but this is a reminder that there was great music happening before the Beatles came along.
For my brother, Benny,, hope this makes you feel better, Love you Dude..
I come back to this song every year ❤️
At 10 or 11 years old, this was my first 45 rpm record..,.I Love this song !!!
This song gave me chills
I am 27 and I still haven't met anyone who loves oldies like this. How weird am I then
I'm 10 years older than you and I love this song and all of the oldies but a lot of people do find it weird that I even know this stuff but it's because my father was born the same year as this artist so my father grew up on this stuff and played it constantly when I was younger.
@@lalad.934 You see that is not that odd then. I had nobody around me who listened this type of music. I am also not even American.
You got orsome taste keep that way!!! Their weird kid!!!...🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🦏🦍🐘🐅🐆🐬🐳🦈🐊
It's not that you're weird... it's that most people are ignorant of music history and have poor taste, in general. Never listen to music that you don't enjoy, and never stop listening to music that you love. Don't let stupid people influence you.
its not mainstream so you wont know if anyone else likes it.... until you listen to it on youtube and type in a comment.
In the Top 5 of all time. Thank you Gene.
a beautiful voice
One of my favorite songs of all time, brings me back to memories of my Uncle Duke. This was one of his favorite songs too, Rest Up Unc
Look at the dances they used to do back then! Wow! 😳
R 👍🏾ght 😂?
🤣 I know right 🧐🤨🤔 I thought wow didn't they get tired of the same movement for the entire song 😐 LoL
White people dances.
I remember being in a party with my mom and seeing them all dancing to this amazing song.
Smiles, hi Elba 👋
I remember guys in school singing this song in the hallway’s lol 💜
Smiles, hi Michelle 👋
The only woman I ever loved departed this world years ago and now my flame is burning lower and will be extinguished soon. I am still inspired by this song from our childhood that my love will be waiting for me when I am ready to join her in Paradise.
lol cringe reddit post
Best song ever made
Great singer one of my favorite
I was born in 57 but to me this music was awesome. Musicians awesome.👏👏🍻
Gotta listen to this masterpiece at least once a week… dam good song
I'm 67 born in 1955 and this is one of the first songs that I ever heard. The first song I recall hearing was by Bobby Blue bland. Call on me. I was just a boy but I can remember these songs and they sound just as good today
This Song’s Energy 🔥🔥🔥
Smiles, hi Ella 👋
What a voice! Love it
I love this song from my past!
Back in the good old days, beautiful music, so many memories
Smiles, hi Bonnie 👋
Men Without Hats - Pop Goes The World brought me here, and I am in tears of how wonderful Duke of Earl is
The PERFECT SONG THE R&B VIBE WITH DOO WOOP TO THE LAST BEAT❤
Brings back memories of my early days in the Park and Druid High School
Nothing can stop me now.
Keep on truckin' Gene "The Duke" Chandler. One of my first albums...still sounds great!
Sagenhaft unvergänglich und immer wieder zum erinnern !!!Thanks very much 👍👍❤❤😍😁
Great song!
Happy 85th, Gene.
Love this song 🎵 it was number # one song in 1962 far awhile
GREAT TRACK.
Cool Song! Very Catchy and Smooth!
Smiles, hi dyn👋
My grandfather bumped this faithfully in the '69 delta 88!
This song used to get me SO HYPED UP as a kid! Beautiful to hear it again - what a gorgeous and special song!
Smiles, hi jedi👋
Other den the kids in my generation i love to listen to this song and more similar and i think its because i was raised around a lot of older people but i love this song
I remember going to the show with my big sister to see the Duke of Earl on some moving and she was just screaming and all over the floor and I was cracking up
I have always loved this song
I remember listening to the song when I was like 15 years old in Willowdale Ontario and I always love this song Thank you for sharing
What a voice!
AWSOME SONG
What a voice
75 years old watching here in the Philippines. Fond memories of listening to this on our AM radio when I was a teenybopper back in Minnesnowta.
Still one of my fav. songs 😍
Remember singing to and believing it lol❤❤❤!
Just love these 50' songs. I wish I had been young then 😒
This song is one of the best songs that I love to hear and dance to..
He is one of my favorites!!!
Smiles, hi Suzanne 👋
Blew my mind when I first saw this movie and this performance!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
My era I graduated high school 1959. Good memories, Thanks Scott
A legend
No school like the old school..🎤🎵🎼🎶
Amazing!!!!👏👏👏👏
In 1962, I was only five years old but I love to listen to this song at 66 years old. I look at the fine young women in this video, all natural and no tattoos. Women were women back then.
The man voice just melodious.
Revivir esos momentos de esas chicas hermosas y claro junto con sus amores de años por qué no
I am so glad that I have this song in my collection absolutely fantastic
Smiles, hi roselin👋
True Class!
This is True GREATNESS
what a song
I was a Sophomore at WC High in Phila it w
as my favorite. We use to harmonize in the boys bath room during break time.
love it xx
Great forever
Im loving this song right here
Smiles, hi Leslie 👋
Classic song
Perfect
GREAT SONG lOVE IT.
Outstanding!!!
Timeless…..
I never get tired of it!⭐✨🔶🎈😎
Forty years later he was still great..Saw him on Do Wop 52
Teenage memories to die for ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
I love this song back in1970one my love one
Gene knocks it outta da Park!
Omg I love this song..I use to listen to this when I was younger & it was the BOOM! LOL Especially for it's time that it came out I think so..
Love this
It’s noticeable the dancers and audience where all white
But I always recall this legend and his song from then
Thanks for your bravery mr chandler 1960
GENE AND JACKIE WILSON...THEE BEST VOICES ALONG WITH NAT AND COOKE....😮😮😮😮
❤❤❤
Smiles, hi Denise 👋
Remind me of the days going on the boblo boat yes I'm from Detroit I miss those days