I subscribed to your page because I absolutely love and appreciated of your heartfelt actions, respect and passion for an artist that truly deserves all the accolades in which you described! I grew up listening to this man he is definitely one of the most crucial & prolific contributors to the sound tracks of my life! Thank you for honoring him!!!
Ohhhhh wowwwww George Benson....a music icon. I feel really 😔 that almost all of our musical icons are no longer with us. Thank God we have the recordings and videos. I am thrilled you are doing these great reaction podcasts. We get to relive the memories again.
Your reaction to GB's signature simultaneous scatting & playing here is spot on. To be able to do this live--and produce such lovely and funky melodies in the process--is just unreal.
Another great song written by Leon Russell. Benson started out as a singer as a child. Was a street singer at 8 or 9 years old. Recorded as Little Georgie Benson when he was 13 and 14 but realized he had a more marketable talent as a jazz guitarist. Jimmy Smith , the great Hammond B3 man, "discovered" George as a guitarist and he didn't return to singing for almost two decades.
He didn’t start off as a singer. He played ukulele outside of a drugstore in Pittsburgh at the age of eight. Afterwards, George played guitar at a nightclub, also in Pittsburgh, at ages of nine and ten until the club was shut down because of his age. He wasn’t comfortable with his vocal skills until much later.🖖🏼
OMG. My childhood soundtrack!! Thank you so much! 💓 His album was my first purchase with my babysitting money, back in the early 80's. I signed up for the Columbia House record company - 12 albums for 1 penny! (Didn't read the fine print, but George was my first album I ever paid for 🥰) LOVE this man! I think I bought his album in 1980 or 1981... I'm 55 now, so you do the math! 😆
I had to listen to this twice. First time I concentrated on George, the 2nd time I closed my eyes and tried to draw in every single instrument with their individual performances. Great choice Cynthia especially the live version. Harri, an enjoyable reaction. Thanks Harri and Cynthia. Beautiful. Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦
Love Mr Benson, he started me down my jazz journey. However, nobody sings scat like Al Jurreau. His voice is pure rythm. See him live in Germany, 1976, singing "Take Five". To see him beat boxing way back then is a real treat.
Love Al Jarreau too..But why Benson is unique is,he plays guitar and scats along with it.Most guys do that for a minute or two..Benson can scat with the guitar for ever!
@@michaelasay8587 I just listened to her version and as beautiful as it is ( and I do love her), I prefer George's version. I guess the scatting makes a difference for me.
He's an incredibly talented man and at 79 years old there's no sign of his stopping. He was once asked to play a track for a modern band. He sat down with guitar 🎸 while listening to a demo and composed as he listened. He still loves to tour as well. I watched an interview with him from last year. Personally I Love his songs "On Broadway" and "The Greatest Love Of All" which was the original version. One of My favourite Love Songs is also his "Nothing's Going To Change My Love For You".
In the 70's I always listened to a black radio station in Houston. I was the weird kid always listening. I had his album with so many of his hits on it named after him. It was fantastic!
Love how you mention the Lord because music is so spiritual. The way you described this performance was educational. Thank you for sharing your feelings about music, it’s such an international language ❤
George Benson’s version of this song is my favorite ❤️. Actually, he’s going to be in concert just an hour from me this weekend but have to attend a family party; otherwise I would definitely be there! SO much more George Benson to react to, Harri, I love your reactions!
Thanks, Harri! George Benson is amazing - I first heard him in HS - 1978 - a version of "On Broadway" - I think may have been his first "cross-over" hit - I remember listening on radio, and my friends and I goofing about "how weird is it that he sings with his own guitar".. we did not KNOW.. lol (P.S. Masquerade is my favorite by him..)
I remember hearing George doing on Broadway on the radio when I was a kid. In 2003 I was in Tampa and a girl I was dating wanted to go see George do a concert there. She thought she was introducing him to me. I confessed that I didn't think I had any of his music in my CD collection. But when I looked I found that he did a track on an album Chet Atkins put together called Stay Tuned. George and Chet played together on one track. Chet actually played with a different artist on each track, including Larry Carlton, Earl Klugh and Mark Knopfler. It's kind of cheesy '90s jazz that sounds like the theme music for televised golf coverage of the day, but it's still one of my favorite CDs!
Another great choice Cynthia. My friend, Mike, introduced me to George Benson many years ago and I have been a fan ever since. Great insights from Harri 🌺✌️
Great request Cynthia. This is a marvelous song. I love this version and Karen Carpenter version. Both are so unique. Didn't Benson sing.On Broadway? Great reaction Harri.
Have you seen/heard Jurreau ' s performance of "Take Five"? The vocal energy is through the roof. Also a favorite for some live scattin' is Tanya Maria's "Come with me' on Geepereet channel. (sorry, not set. up to link)
Funny you recommend Take Five, George also did some tracks with Al J. If you have a chance listen to it “Let it Rain” Patti Austin and Chris Botti is also on that track.
Funny you doing this reaction, going to see him tomorrow night in NYC, have seen him twice or three times, but long ago, so will see if he still measures up!!
This Is Absolute Benson in Dublin with the BBC orchestra. George Benson is a living legend. One of the greatest jazz guitarists ever. Yes, most are familiar with his more contemporary sound Breezing and beyond. But many forget that George is first and foremost a jazz guitartist, who, after playing jazz gigs for years from a young age with guys like Jack McDuff and Barney Kessel, happened on a new breakthrough jazz rock sound with Breezing in 1976 - that brought him great commercial success. There are as many who adore the great guitarist legend, who sometimes criticise him for "selling out" on straight ahead jazz. But who can blame him. After 30-odd years of playing the jazz circuits with little financial and other reward in return, and almost giving up guitar-playing as a result he deviated into a commercial brand which had made him famous. George Benson as a jazz guitarist iro every genre of jazz, is KING. It is actually unfair to say he is underrated - I don't think he is at all. In fact he is living legend and an icon. Quite the genius. As an example when it comes to his jazz roots I suggest interested parties watch a youtube video george benson with McCoy Tyner - just watch him playing the jazz classic Stella by Starlight and you'll see why I say GB is pure genius. We should be thankful we have a jazz guitar legend stilla around with us today. One of the last of the old legends still here with us. Many try to sound like him .. but there is only truly one GB. Love you Georgie
Great Job, Harri, featuring George Benson doing “This Masquerade.” He is a consummate entertainer and extraordinary musician and singer. His catalog is deep. I look forward to seeing more GB on your channel. Thank you. I left a similar note on your “Unforgettable” reaction video. When my wife and I saw GB in concert in the mid-90s, he did a brilliant cover of “Unforgettable.” After nailing Nat King Cole’s voice and style he said “If you think that was crazy, listen to this!” He then proceeded to sing Natalie’s part in her voice ,and nailed that too. It was wild and impressive as hell. One thing I’ve learned and believe: we can never think we have seen and heard all the great muskc there is.
George Benson is an American guitarist, singer, & songwriter. He began his professional career at the age of 19 as a jazz guitarist. He covers different genres or styles such as jazz, pop, R&B & scat singing. His Breezin' album was one of the biggest selling of all time. He has such a smooth mellow voice. He has had so many great hits both singing & instrumental such as "On Broadway," "Breezin'", "The Greatest Love Of All", "Love All The Hurt Away," "Turn Your Love Around," "Inside Love," "Lady Love Me," "20/20," "Shiver," "Kisses In The Moonlight", "Affirmation" etc.
"We tried to talk it over but the words got in the way"...... what great songwriting by Leon Russell. I bought the CD Breezin' and this song was on that album. It was the first "jazz" album that I ever purchased as I was just starting to apprreciate jazz.
I got into jazz and George Benson back in college, before he found his voice and good looks, when The Other Side of Abbey Road (1970) was released. This was the best jazz guitarist cover of an album, until I heard Fareed Haque’s Deja Vu (Corsby, Stills and Nash cover) from 2007 on Blue Note.
I love rock music, but this song takes me to another level. Tears come to my eyes when I listen. George Benson is truly among the jazz greats. LOVE his voice and playing!!
I knew you’d love him! So talented and an overall good person. I saw him in concert when I was much too young to appreciate him. Keep on going with him. There’s plenty to choose from. Love to you Harri from this Alabama girl💕
Harri I love this. George is a master at scat. If this was Kawffee Tawk I’d say George, Al and Ella, Scatt? Discuss. Also you’ve done a lot of Karen and I’m diving in. You know she did This Masquerade, too? I can’t find your reaction. Am I missing it? Get ready to cry if you haven’t.
my second favorite of his. Live on broadway is just a mood for me. I was in my 40s before I found out he was a hugely respected jazz guitarist! Always thought of him as an amazing vocalist.
Oh there's something about George's voice! It's so mellow, but so strong at the same time. His version of "On Broadway" will give you chills. Also give his video "Give Me the Night" a watch! He does the entire video on roller skates. Hadn't heard this one for many years. Happy to rediscover it through your channel.
SPECTACULAR version of the great Leon Russell's song. If you like this "underrated singer," I think you'll appreciate the late, great Otis Rush, especially "A Fool For You."
Good show. George Benson is the "God's-Honest .. " man. Always has been. Brother STAYS on Key. He has past 100k hours long, long ago of his expertise and in these years, goes "Gode-Mode". "Know" what I'm saying? You can't even push him off. He's glued to the Track. Has that Finely-tuned "Guitar-Ear". Benson and the "Musicality of Sound" go way back. When Benson takes you on a "Skat", you might find yourself riding all the way Up and all the way Down the scale like he is he's "Water" .. think Bruce Lee could relate. George Benson, Stays triggering the "Candy" .. Mowing down "ALL KINDS OF ASS", he Leaves no Ear behind. "Doubter's" just don't live on Benson's block. He does what he does and Channels "Ridiculousness" after "Ridiculousness". Heh! Pushing the rewind button every few seconds to moments .. It must be said Again though in ending this. Can't even PUSH the man off-key. It's just not a thing. It's not possible. Think he was born "on-key". Stays in that realm and moves through the melody perfectly. Like Bees to the Honeycomb. His "Vocal Prowess" can make the head Explode off. Off into the next state. Mind-blowing. Karate-like "Vocal Handle's" in the Run, get's all musical "Joggers" out the Paint! His effortless, "Symone Biles-like" Vocal Acrobatics are again, Mind-blowing and "Precisely Perfect" .. So much respect for his craft. Every thing he does, "Chef's Kiss"! .. have some "Moody Mood's" on "Broadway" ..
There's a website called Second hand songs that has a list of every cover of this song. It's astounding, and apparently ongoing, as the last entry was from November 2021. Got to be one of the most covered songs of all time.
He loves what he does and it shows in his performance. He has the ability to share that love with our ears! Thank God for George Benson!
George Benson is a first rate singer/guitarist.
"Breezin'" is a certified classic and one of the greatest instrumentals in music history.
I subscribed to your page because I absolutely love and appreciated of your heartfelt actions, respect and passion for an artist that truly deserves all the accolades in which you described! I grew up listening to this man he is definitely one of the most crucial & prolific contributors to the sound tracks of my life! Thank you for honoring him!!!
Your smiles listening to a song I have loved my whole life, I'm 62. Makes me smile.
Thank you
Ohhhhh wowwwww George Benson....a music icon. I feel really 😔 that almost all of our musical icons are no longer with us. Thank God we have the recordings and videos. I am thrilled you are doing these great reaction podcasts. We get to relive the memories again.
Your reaction to GB's signature simultaneous scatting & playing here is spot on. To be able to do this live--and produce such lovely and funky melodies in the process--is just unreal.
What a singer, master guitarist and performer.
Another great song written by Leon Russell. Benson started out as a singer as a child. Was a street singer at 8 or 9 years old. Recorded as Little Georgie Benson when he was 13 and 14 but realized he had a more marketable talent as a jazz guitarist. Jimmy Smith , the great Hammond B3 man, "discovered" George as a guitarist and he didn't return to singing for almost two decades.
He didn’t start off as a singer. He played ukulele outside of a drugstore in Pittsburgh at the age of eight. Afterwards, George played guitar at a nightclub, also in Pittsburgh, at ages of nine and ten until the club was shut down because of his age. He wasn’t comfortable with his vocal skills until much later.🖖🏼
No one can sing it better than George Benson
OMG. My childhood soundtrack!! Thank you so much! 💓 His album was my first purchase with my babysitting money, back in the early 80's. I signed up for the Columbia House record company - 12 albums for 1 penny! (Didn't read the fine print, but George was my first album I ever paid for 🥰) LOVE this man! I think I bought his album in 1980 or 1981... I'm 55 now, so you do the math! 😆
❤ George Benson!!
I had to listen to this twice. First time I concentrated on George, the 2nd time I closed my eyes and tried to draw in every single instrument with their individual performances. Great choice Cynthia especially the live version. Harri, an enjoyable reaction. Thanks Harri and Cynthia. Beautiful. Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦
Thank you, Mary. I love George, he is astounding to me.
That 2nd time you describe is my way of meditating. 😊
@@NathanVeenstra Yes indeed. It is very soothing.👍✌️🇨🇦😊
Love Mr Benson, he started me down my jazz journey. However, nobody sings scat like Al Jurreau. His voice is pure rythm. See him live in Germany, 1976, singing "Take Five". To see him beat boxing way back then is a real treat.
Love Al Jarreau too..But why Benson is unique is,he plays guitar and scats along with it.Most guys do that for a minute or two..Benson can scat with the guitar for ever!
@@HarriBestReactions do Karen Carpenter's version!!
He is just PERFECT all the time.
Benson is a creative genius 👏 and multitalented genius
Great Leon Russell song. The Carpenters have a great version of this song.
Just gonna chime in on that too............imagine HER voice with his guitar work...WOW :) Peace & Love
Yes both different but both master pieces.would have loved to see them do a duet but on this arrangement
This song...the word dreamy comes into my head, but as a feeling. So hard to describe. Just close my eyes and sway😎
Your Going To Love George Benson Enjoy RIP
I’m so glad you liked this Harri. He does scat like no other you have that right! And you are also right he is very underrated. Great reaction. Lol
Karen Carpenter is better!!
@@michaelasay8587 I just listened to her version and as beautiful as it is ( and I do love her), I prefer George's version. I guess the scatting makes a difference for me.
@Cynthia I agree. Karen's version is very good, but I prefer the sultriness and jazz elements in this one, as well as George's voice.
@@chalmapatterson544 Yes Karen is excellent at what she does but I think George is just a little bit better in a different way.
Great request Cynthia. One of my favourite guitarists of all time. Alongside Norman Brown as an all time great. I have all of George Benson's albums.
He's an incredibly talented man and at 79 years old there's no sign of his stopping. He was once asked to play a track for a modern band. He sat down with guitar 🎸 while listening to a demo and composed as he listened. He still loves to tour as well. I watched an interview with him from last year. Personally I Love his songs "On Broadway" and "The Greatest Love Of All" which was the original version. One of My favourite Love Songs is also his "Nothing's Going To Change My Love For You".
George Benson is the epitome of black don’t crack.
The master of Scat Singing. ❤
In the 70's I always listened to a black radio station in Houston. I was the weird kid always listening. I had his album with so many of his hits on it named after him. It was fantastic!
This is among my all-time favorite songs. I had it on a subway mix tape for about two years. George Benson - - On Broadway. That's a beauty too.
He was/ is fantastic!
Thank you my friend I love watching your videos I love your comments I love the tunes you're choosing keep keeping all my friend. Cheers
Wow! I've known this song for ages, but also hadn't heard this live performance before. So amazing - thanks to Cynthia for passing this along!
Much credit to the late-great Leon Russell for writing this song that has been covered by many artists.
Love how you mention the Lord because music is so spiritual. The way you described this performance was educational. Thank you for sharing your feelings about music, it’s such an international language ❤
I love George Benson. I bought this album when it came out and I still have it. Great song!
George Benson’s version of this song is my favorite ❤️. Actually, he’s going to be in concert just an hour from me this weekend but have to attend a family party; otherwise I would definitely be there! SO much more George Benson to react to, Harri, I love your reactions!
Karen Carpenter's is my fav.
AW George!!
The orchestra though?! Great to see you lapping that up Harri He's a class act - George Benson I mean.
A genius and the nicest guy.
Thanks, Harri! George Benson is amazing - I first heard him in HS - 1978 - a version of "On Broadway" - I think may have been his first "cross-over" hit - I remember listening on radio, and my friends and I goofing about "how weird is it that he sings with his own guitar".. we did not KNOW.. lol (P.S. Masquerade is my favorite by him..)
Yes underated singer. So many great songs.
I remember hearing George doing on Broadway on the radio when I was a kid. In 2003 I was in Tampa and a girl I was dating wanted to go see George do a concert there. She thought she was introducing him to me. I confessed that I didn't think I had any of his music in my CD collection. But when I looked I found that he did a track on an album Chet Atkins put together called Stay Tuned. George and Chet played together on one track. Chet actually played with a different artist on each track, including Larry Carlton, Earl Klugh and Mark Knopfler. It's kind of cheesy '90s jazz that sounds like the theme music for televised golf coverage of the day, but it's still one of my favorite CDs!
Terrific guitarist and singer. Top class !!
Soooo handsome man!
Another great choice Cynthia. My friend, Mike, introduced me to George Benson many years ago and I have been a fan ever since. Great insights from Harri 🌺✌️
Oh yesss ,George Benson the consummate pro .Man this guy becomes his guitar and his guitar ,him and yes he IS a wonderful vocalist , Love it !!!
What always drew me to listen to George Benson was how clean the guitar sounds.
Great request Cynthia. This is a marvelous song. I love this version and Karen Carpenter version. Both are so unique. Didn't Benson sing.On Broadway? Great reaction Harri.
Yeah, you are right, George did on Broadway.
First time hearing this live. Phenomenal!!
Very nice performance. If you haven't heard it yet, you should listen to George singing "A Rainy Night in Georgia".
He did that one with George Benson and Conway Twitty from the Rhythm Country and Blues album.
@@Cynthia... Thanks!
@@johndavidson5228 Excellent album if you are not familiar with it.
@@Cynthia... I believe you mean the cover by Sam Moore and Conway Twitty. I have the album that it's from. Love all the tracks.
@@johndavidson5228 Yes I got confused. lol How could I forget Sam Moore!!!
Have you seen/heard Jurreau ' s performance of "Take Five"? The vocal energy is through the roof. Also a favorite for some live scattin' is Tanya Maria's "Come with me' on Geepereet channel. (sorry, not set. up to link)
Funny you recommend Take Five, George also did some tracks with Al J. If you have a chance listen to it “Let it Rain” Patti Austin and Chris Botti is also on that track.
Love this song and George Benson
Funny you doing this reaction, going to see him tomorrow night in NYC, have seen him twice or three times, but long ago, so will see if he still measures up!!
This Is Absolute Benson in Dublin with the BBC orchestra. George Benson is a living legend. One of the greatest jazz guitarists ever. Yes, most are familiar with his more contemporary sound Breezing and beyond. But many forget that George is first and foremost a jazz guitartist, who, after playing jazz gigs for years from a young age with guys like Jack McDuff and Barney Kessel, happened on a new breakthrough jazz rock sound with Breezing in 1976 - that brought him great commercial success. There are as many who adore the great guitarist legend, who sometimes criticise him for "selling out" on straight ahead jazz. But who can blame him. After 30-odd years of playing the jazz circuits with little financial and other reward in return, and almost giving up guitar-playing as a result he deviated into a commercial brand which had made him famous. George Benson as a jazz guitarist iro every genre of jazz, is KING. It is actually unfair to say he is underrated - I don't think he is at all. In fact he is living legend and an icon. Quite the genius. As an example when it comes to his jazz roots I suggest interested parties watch a youtube video george benson with McCoy Tyner - just watch him playing the jazz classic Stella by Starlight and you'll see why I say GB is pure genius. We should be thankful we have a jazz guitar legend stilla around with us today. One of the last of the old legends still here with us. Many try to sound like him .. but there is only truly one GB. Love you Georgie
great tune. one of his best
My absolute favorite version of this song. And it's worth listening to more George Benson 'cuz he's just a great musician.
I love his version as well!
Harri I’ve loved George since his Northern Soul Track Supership , give that a listen , this man’s is multitalented. Different class imo. 👍🏻🙏🏽
Great Job, Harri, featuring George Benson doing “This Masquerade.” He is a consummate entertainer and extraordinary musician and singer. His catalog is deep. I look forward to seeing more GB on your channel. Thank you.
I left a similar note on your “Unforgettable” reaction video. When my wife and I saw GB in concert in the mid-90s, he did a brilliant cover of “Unforgettable.” After nailing Nat King Cole’s voice and style he said “If you think that was crazy, listen to this!” He then proceeded to sing Natalie’s part in her voice ,and nailed that too. It was wild and impressive as hell.
One thing I’ve learned and believe: we can never think we have seen and heard all the great muskc there is.
Love George Benson! Thanks for this! 🥰
Fui abençoado em assistir o grande encontro entre Benson e Ivan Lins no Rock in Rio em 2013. Foi maravilhoso! ❤
Smooth as butter, Cynthia...great choice!
Thanks Neal.
George Benson is an American guitarist, singer, & songwriter. He began his professional career at the age of 19 as a jazz guitarist. He covers different genres or styles such as jazz, pop, R&B & scat singing. His Breezin' album was one of the biggest selling of all time. He has such a smooth mellow voice. He has had so many great hits both singing & instrumental such as "On Broadway," "Breezin'", "The Greatest Love Of All", "Love All The Hurt Away," "Turn Your Love Around," "Inside Love," "Lady Love Me," "20/20," "Shiver," "Kisses In The Moonlight", "Affirmation" etc.
Your comments are spot on Harri.
Oh yeah. Jazz is so good. Leon Russell does a nice version of this one too.
Fabulous ... just love it. 😀😀
My favorite by him
The sound of those riffs on that hollow body guitar is what drives me nuts.
What happened to scat singing? We need more!
Amen! 😍
Gorgeous tone!!
"We tried to talk it over but the words got in the way"...... what great songwriting by Leon Russell. I bought the CD Breezin' and this song was on that album. It was the first "jazz" album that I ever purchased as I was just starting to apprreciate jazz.
Great reaction! Great song! Thanks for keeping great music alive!
George brings ❣🌟☺JOY☺🌟❣to this world!!!!
Thanks Harri. Lovely reaction! 🥰
Hi Mr. Harri, Great.. I also like "Turn Your Love Around" & "Breezin'" of course.. ♠W.G.
Hey Harry this is my second or third time sharing good music with you .I'm really digging your channel man keep it up brother .
Man I wish I was that smooth. Yeah. Peace
The same pleasure like you ❤❤❤❤
Reminds me of the theme for "In Heat of the Night"
Amazing
I got into jazz and George Benson back in college, before he found his voice and good looks, when The Other Side of Abbey Road (1970) was released. This was the best jazz guitarist cover of an album, until I heard Fareed Haque’s Deja Vu (Corsby, Stills and Nash cover) from 2007 on Blue Note.
On Broadway and Give Me the Night!
Hi one of of the first to Harmon ins with his guitar
Leon Russell song.
That voice....
I love rock music, but this song takes me to another level. Tears come to my eyes when I listen. George Benson is truly among the jazz greats. LOVE his voice and playing!!
George is a incredible talent! Guitarist, Singer, Songwriter and Bandleader all in a pleasant man who clearly loves what he does..
I knew you’d love him! So talented and an overall good person. I saw him in concert when I was much too young to appreciate him. Keep on going with him. There’s plenty to choose from. Love to you Harri from this Alabama girl💕
Vintage George Benson hear...those arrangements by Quincy Jones are pure heaven...what a lovely confection this is...Thank you again brother Harri
Harri I love this. George is a master at scat. If this was Kawffee Tawk I’d say George, Al and Ella, Scatt? Discuss. Also you’ve done a lot of Karen and I’m diving in. You know she did This Masquerade, too? I can’t find your reaction. Am I missing it? Get ready to cry if you haven’t.
This is such a great song and has been done by so many talented people, but George Benson's is my favorite.
I just love George Benson and this live performance is great
Truth.
Was lucky enough to see him in a small venue a few years back. Great performer
my second favorite of his. Live on broadway is just a mood for me. I was in my 40s before I found out he was a hugely respected jazz guitarist! Always thought of him as an amazing vocalist.
This man is a gift to the world.
Your chances of getting lucky improved by 50% when you simply put this on with a date at your house, imagine writing and singing it lol
Oh there's something about George's voice! It's so mellow, but so strong at the same time. His version of "On Broadway" will give you chills. Also give his video "Give Me the Night" a watch! He does the entire video on roller skates. Hadn't heard this one for many years. Happy to rediscover it through your channel.
You gotta do Leon playing this live and hear the difference . George did do a jazzy cover though.
Ooh this song is 🔥🔥
Love George’s voice & especially his guitar 🎸 playing! Have a few albums from the 70’s/80’s that have been played many many times 💜👌🎸🎵 😻🇨🇦💎💎💎💎
SPECTACULAR version of the great Leon Russell's song. If you like this "underrated singer," I think you'll appreciate the late, great Otis Rush, especially "A Fool For You."
A brilliant tune with George at his best!
YOU GOTTA DO ( THE CARPENTERS ) ON THIS ONE HARRI 😊😊😊
Wow! The Carpenters? Gotto find that
@@HarriBestReactions You'll be glad you did! It's my favorite Carpenter's song!
I agree. I love their version too.
A famous jazz pianist was asked, How? His answer, "Anything you can sing - you can play."
Good show. George Benson is the "God's-Honest .. " man. Always has been. Brother STAYS on Key. He has past 100k hours long, long ago of his expertise and in these years, goes "Gode-Mode". "Know" what I'm saying? You can't even push him off. He's glued to the Track. Has that Finely-tuned "Guitar-Ear". Benson and the "Musicality of Sound" go way back. When Benson takes you on a "Skat", you might find yourself riding all the way Up and all the way Down the scale like he is he's "Water" .. think Bruce Lee could relate.
George Benson, Stays triggering the "Candy" .. Mowing down "ALL KINDS OF ASS", he Leaves no Ear behind. "Doubter's" just don't live on Benson's block. He does what he does and Channels "Ridiculousness" after "Ridiculousness". Heh! Pushing the rewind button every few seconds to moments ..
It must be said Again though in ending this. Can't even PUSH the man off-key. It's just not a thing. It's not possible. Think he was born "on-key". Stays in that realm and moves through the melody perfectly. Like Bees to the Honeycomb. His "Vocal Prowess" can make the head Explode off. Off into the next state. Mind-blowing. Karate-like "Vocal Handle's" in the Run, get's all musical "Joggers" out the Paint! His effortless, "Symone Biles-like" Vocal Acrobatics are again, Mind-blowing and "Precisely Perfect" .. So much respect for his craft.
Every thing he does, "Chef's Kiss"! .. have some "Moody Mood's" on "Broadway" ..
You gotta react to the studio version of this song.
He sounds tired and exhausted in this live version. ✌️😐
There's a website called Second hand songs that has a list of every cover of this song. It's astounding, and apparently ongoing, as the last entry was from November 2021. Got to be one of the most covered songs of all time.
George and Leon Russell the songwriter both placed10 Billboard and 3 soul charts at the same time with this song
saw george in 1978,1983,1987
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
No one scats better than Ella
The scat Queen.
he scats along with his guitar playing. he's good
Absolutely ridiculous singer, I love GB , he’s the man 👍🏻