This was me and my husband’s song. If I heard it while I was in the car driving, I would call him and we would listen to it together. He is no longer with us. I miss him terribly.
so great to hear players that can absolutely kick butt and take no prisoners-aside from being one of the best LIVE vocal bands ever...Orleans was under appreciated...
Larry Hoppen was one of the nicest individuals I have ever met. He handed me a signed CD of ORLEANS Live and I played that until it disintegrated. So talented and humble.
One of the most under appreciated bands of all time. The talent is over the top. On the recording of this song in 1976, the dueling guitars is some of the best you'll ever hear this side of Lynard Skynard doing Freebird. These guys are some serious musicians.
I saw them way back when '76 or '77. at what they called the "Mountain Aire" concerts up in the Califorina foothills by Angels Camp with Linda Ronstadt, Jackson Browne? and a couple other great acts that I don't remember.. but what I do remember is the Orleans guys would get up and switch instruments in between songs, they could all play just about any instrument! Really really amazing musicians!
Actually, not only did he have the distinctive upper range vocal ability and lead singing role, but the guy was also a very good guitar player and instrumentalist. He and Hall made for a great duet of harmonic matching guitar leads in the tune. Hoppen was a very significant part of the Orleans sound all the way around. And, when I heard recently that he had taken his own life years ago, I was taken aback and distraught. Hurts when a major talent and musical force self-destructs.....suggests there was something going on. Hall pretty much admits as much in later day commentary. Sad
@@annecohen8927 Larry Hoppen had a high tenor voice. He sang lead on "Still The One." John Hall could sing baritone. A good example is his answering vocal at the end of "Still The One." An amazing band.
Love it!!!! Still The One in 2023, just as good of a song then as it is now. The music is fantastic, guitar, vocals, and l love the way the drummer has his drums tuned Great job guys!!!!
A great memory: They did some dates with us on a short Hawaiian tour when I was with Gary Puckett for a stretch. Robbie Dupree was along & sounded great, too. It was in the 80s. Gorgeous weather, good crowds, Blue Hawaiians...Man, it was sweet! RIP Larry..
These guys aren't no spring chickens, and for them to be able to still do this at their age now it's tremendously awesome. And I'm so blessed that day are still with us performing at a high level and giving so many people the enjoyment today that they gave us back in the seventies when I was 18 years old
From a bygone era when bands with harmonized guitar solos were all the rage. Orleans, Little River Band & Eagles were the top of the heap in my book, because along with some interesting guitar arrangements, each of these bands also had amazing vocals, composed memorable tunes, and could deliver a live performance equal to or better than the studio version. This is a great example.
And JK Simmons on bass voice. In reality I dreamt about this after 20 years and this is one of my favorite songs of all time. Everyone needs to just shut up and get over the hive mind and love each other. If it was 1 on 1 with someone you hate sitting in a room just talking it would be a better world.
I get a chuckle when I see 70's rockers still performing but now they look like dads from a regular neighborhood. Nice to hear their voices and instrument playing are still rockin. Wow !! Fabulous song. Really positive and upbeat. Love it. Makes me feel good when I hear it.
Still the One was our song. My first boyfriend and I would listen to this song, so many great memories. I still miss him today. Rest in Peace Tim. Love you.
I've always loved this song, I remember hearing it with the love of my life, unfortunately I wasn't hers, a few years later we parted and I never got over losing her, I'll love her until the day I die.
Best melody & harmony lead guitar arrangement ever written. I’ll add that this song is the perfect example of music from the 70s: none of it sounded the same because everything was a "do your own thing" attitude. Therefore, nearly all the music was original sounding and excellent. I think that decade will go down as the best time for rock music, in American history.
my god! this song is perfect in every way. most melodic and catchy, wow. is amazing how just 4 minutes can make so many people happy. but it does. thanks guys. u nailed it!
Still one of my favorite bands of all time... They had it all. Great off the charts vocals and harmonies, and John and Larry were two Strat masters.... They played some of the best, tastiest leads and guitar harmonies ever.. Just great music...
God Bless Larry! I wear your name on my Awareness shirt every time I walk. So many great nights at the Joyous Lake hearing your voice and the rest of the guys. Peace in Heaven.
That is such joyous music. This is the song I first heard in 1976 driving home from the birth of my son. Wife is asleep in the hospital after hours of labor, I'm pooped at 7am and the kid is off in a bassinet somewhere in Kaiser, Redwood City. I put the radio on and this, the perfect song came out. Who says there's no magic in the land? Orleans, wife, kid... you're still the one! Love you all.
They're all really cool and special people. There will never be another 'Larry'. But they still carry the torch very well and that is quite admirable....(particularly for his brothers)! RIP Larry. You made 'it happen' man*****
I have loved this song from the seventies and I still love it in these eighteens! One of my all time favorites...my wife and I have forty years behind us and still loving like kids! Great song...love Orleans...when this was shot they still sounded great! Thank you S. Issui for posting!
This was my favorite song. This was a fantastic band and I can’t tell you how many times I played this song over and over. Congratulations to members past and present.
knew Larry at Ithaca College, 1967 onward. lived in same dorm. great trumpet player. remember Boffalongo. remember gig in Buffalo - "Still the One" a single used by local yokel TV station. sad to learn of his ending. remember-Bach. hi from Scott.
i do apologize, as my wife overrides my address; but just the same, the song and the Orleans were things i never forget till this day of my life. was surprised to see you people are still grooving and u're still fun to watch, as i reminisced from the old......
I saw the original line -up twice in the 70's and they were so great! Super songs, harmonies and guitar licks! Met John here in Poughkeepsie when he was running for office. We had a quick chat about his old band Kangaroo. Nice guy!
IIRC, they used it for the fall of 1980, when ABC had been #1 in the ratings for 4 years. They tweaked the lyrics "YOU'RE still having fun, and WE'RE (ABC) still the one". The spots featured stars of ABC shows holding up their index finger in the classic #1 sign. So of course, CBS, on the strength of shows like Dallas, overtook ABC for #1 for the 1980-81 season. I though that was funny as hell . :D
remember meeting Rep John Hall at my job in N Y State thank you for keeping our plant there and not letting them move south you shook my hand and asked how long you been here at the time it was 20 years you walked around with our manager Tom i have been able to retire after 30 years thanks again
Man I always loved Orleans and this song it takes me back to the 70's such a good song and great memories and they still sound good live !!! Thanks Orleans !! ❤
They sound great! I have everything they've ever done on vinyl. I still blast it throughout my house just about every week. Waking & Dreaming is still one of the best albums ever made. John Hall solo work is also spectacular.
It was a joy to see Larry having so much fun. A very talented musician and singer. But the laughter did end. We still have great clips like this to show us what it was like.
This was me and my husband’s song. If I heard it while I was in the car driving, I would call him and we would listen to it together. He is no longer with us. I miss him terribly.
Next time you're in your car driving and you hear that song, it's him waiting for you to sing along.
I sure can relate to that story!!!!,,,, This Song Brings back soooo many great memories and Grrrrrreart Times!!!!
I guarantee he is aware of how you feel and he's waiting for you in Heaven!! ♥️😀♥️
@@jeffburnham6611What you said is so sweet! I just told her he's waiting for her in Heaven and he's aware of how she feels.
Same here, my wife passed last year. But this was one of our songs. Legendary
so great to hear players that can absolutely kick butt and take no prisoners-aside from being one of the best LIVE vocal bands ever...Orleans was under appreciated...
One of the best songs from the 1970's.
Larry Hoppen was one of the nicest individuals I have ever met. He handed me a signed CD of ORLEANS Live and I played that until it disintegrated. So talented and humble.
Where was this video done? what church?
RIP Larry Hoppen. Your voice lives on forever. And what a great voice it is.
You bet! His singing on this performance is out of this world
One of the most under appreciated bands of all time. The talent is over the top. On the recording of this song in 1976, the dueling guitars is some of the best you'll ever hear this side of Lynard Skynard doing Freebird. These guys are some serious musicians.
I saw them way back when '76 or '77. at what they called the "Mountain Aire" concerts up in the Califorina foothills by Angels Camp with Linda Ronstadt, Jackson Browne? and a couple other great acts that I don't remember.. but what I do remember is the Orleans guys would get up and switch instruments in between songs, they could all play just about any instrument! Really really amazing musicians!
And... they can still PACK a Church!!! ✌
You got that right!!
so true , they make it look easy
Still one the best pop songs ever...with one of coolest dual guitar leads, with the best vocals ...all in one rockin' song. Thx
And a great ending.......
Russ Ferris timeless masterpiece of a feel good song pure Gold
You are so correct. This song just drives along, how thrilling! Great vocal harmonies and band work.
Saw them in 79, awesome performance!
Fly Amero is one fine upside down guitar. (In the background). Too bad they didn’t give him some.
These guys and "America"are very enjoyable. I sing this song-in a manner of speaking-to my darling wife of 55 years.
Thanks for posting.
I'm sure your darling wife prefers your version. Cheers!
@@jackflash5659 So far so good Thank You
This band kicked ass back in the day and still does today with us fans!!! Thanks for the great music Orleans !!! We love ya!!!
RIP Larry Hoppen. Yours is one voice that is greatly missed. RIP.
@@greedtx In 2012
Actually, not only did he have the distinctive upper range vocal ability and lead singing role, but the guy was also a very good guitar player and instrumentalist. He and Hall made for a great duet of harmonic matching guitar leads in the tune. Hoppen was a very significant part of the Orleans sound all the way around. And, when I heard recently that he had taken his own life years ago, I was taken aback and distraught. Hurts when a major talent and musical force self-destructs.....suggests there was something going on. Hall pretty much admits as much in later day commentary. Sad
He must be the one with the deep voice! One of a kind. Didn’t know he passed away many years ago!😭. He’s Still The One!
@@annecohen8927 Larry Hoppen had a high tenor voice. He sang lead on "Still The One." John Hall could sing baritone. A good example is his answering vocal at the end of "Still The One." An amazing band.
he sadly committed suicide
Love it!!!! Still The One in 2023, just as good of a song then as it is now. The music is fantastic, guitar, vocals, and l love the way the drummer has his drums tuned
Great job guys!!!!
I would always get a thrill seeing/hearing John and Larry play lead in harmony. Saw them live MANY times.
This, and Dance with Me, are my favorite songs of this great band. Thanks for sharing. 😄😄😄👍👍
Miss this type of music. Makes me forget all about the world around us. At least for a little. Incredible vocals. Awesome musicians.
They just don't make music like this anymore, Lynn. Sadly
Yes
Absolutely!
A great memory: They did some dates with us on a short Hawaiian tour when I was with Gary Puckett for a stretch. Robbie Dupree was along & sounded great, too. It was in the 80s. Gorgeous weather, good crowds, Blue Hawaiians...Man, it was sweet! RIP Larry..
My husband always sang this song to me….brings back so many memories!
Those guys can harmonize. Great song ❤
These guys aren't no spring chickens, and for them to be able to still do this at their age now it's tremendously awesome. And I'm so blessed that day are still with us performing at a high level and giving so many people the enjoyment today that they gave us back in the seventies when I was 18 years old
What a song! A true classic! Musicians from the '70s and '80s played and sang with passion. They were also talented, multitasking at times.
You bet! That song is my wife and I favorites 40 strong married
Makes me soooooo happy
From a bygone era when bands with harmonized guitar solos were all the rage. Orleans, Little River Band & Eagles were the top of the heap in my book, because along with some interesting guitar arrangements, each of these bands also had amazing vocals, composed memorable tunes, and could deliver a live performance equal to or better than the studio version. This is a great example.
You could not have said it better. Orleans, LRB and Eagles are equally fantastic, for all of those reasons. Their music never gets old!
I would go with Poco as well
@@stanleygavin9903 Amen to that..!
+ Thin Lizzy
Molly Hatchet
I've sent this to my husband of 17 years via Facebook and He's- STILL THE ONE. THANK YOU ORLEANS!!!!!🙏
And JK Simmons on bass voice. In reality I dreamt about this after 20 years and this is one of my favorite songs of all time. Everyone needs to just shut up and get over the hive mind and love each other. If it was 1 on 1 with someone you hate sitting in a room just talking it would be a better world.
R.I.P Larry your going to be missed... But your singing will last forever..
I get a chuckle when I see 70's rockers still performing but now they look like dads from a regular neighborhood. Nice to hear their voices and instrument playing are still rockin. Wow !! Fabulous song. Really positive and upbeat. Love it. Makes me feel good when I hear it.
Have always loved this song and this band. RIP Larry. You are so missed. He was such a good guy.
Still the One was our song. My first boyfriend and I would listen to this song, so many great memories. I still miss him today. Rest in Peace Tim. Love you.
A great melody , meaningful vocals, rich harmonies, and a nice rhythm ... what's not to like? It's real music by talented musicians and singers.
Good Music Never Dies! Thank you so very Orleans. Awesome musicians you are.
I've always loved this song, I remember hearing it with the love of my life, unfortunately I wasn't hers, a few years later we parted and I never got over losing her, I'll love her until the day I die.
this band is still the one. Love this song . Makes me happy .
Best melody & harmony lead guitar arrangement ever written.
I’ll add that this song is the perfect example of music from the 70s: none of it sounded the same because everything was a "do your own thing" attitude. Therefore, nearly all the music was original sounding and excellent. I think that decade will go down as the best time for rock music, in American history.
concur
Still the One
John Hall
We've been together since way back when
Sometimes I never want to see you again
But I want you to know, after all these years
You're still the one I want whisperin' in my ear
You're still the one -- I want to talk to in bed
Still the one -- that turns my head
We're still having fun, and you're still the one
I looked at your face every day
But I never saw it 'til I went away
When winter came, I just wanted to go (wanted to go)
Deep in the desert, I longed for the snow
You're still the one -- that makes me laugh
Still the one -- that's my better half
We're still having fun, and you're still the one
You're still the one -- that makes me strong
Still the one -- I want to take along
We're still having fun, and you're still the one (yes you are)
Changing, our love is going gold
Even though we grow old, it grows new
You're still the one -- that I love to touch
Still the one -- and I can't get enough
We're still having fun, and you're still the one
You're still the one -- who can scratch my itch
Still the one -- and I wouldn't switch
We're still having fun, and you're still the one
You are still the one -- that makes me shout
Still the one -- that I dream about
We're still having fun, and you're still the one
You're still the one, yeah still the one
We're still having fun, and you're still the one
Source: LyricFind
Songwriters: Johanna Hall / Johanna D Hall / John Hall / John J Hall
Still the One lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
This song is one of the best love songs that anyone have ever listened to 🎶 👍 ☺ 🔥 💯 🎵 👌 🙌
my god! this song is perfect in every way. most melodic and catchy, wow. is amazing how just 4 minutes can make so many people happy. but it does. thanks guys. u nailed it!
Still one of the best songs from the mid 70s, nearly 50 years laer.
Still one of my favorite bands of all time... They had it all. Great off the charts vocals and harmonies, and John and Larry were two Strat masters.... They played some of the best, tastiest leads and guitar harmonies ever.. Just great music...
God Bless Larry! I wear your name on my Awareness shirt every time I walk. So many great nights at the Joyous Lake hearing your voice and the rest of the guys. Peace in Heaven.
But I want you know after all these years your voice still rocks on the lead vocal. Love you brother.
One of the best songs of all time! One of the best vocal songs of all time! Thanks for posting!
That is such joyous music. This is the song I first heard in 1976 driving home from the birth of my son. Wife is asleep in the hospital after hours of labor, I'm pooped at 7am and the kid is off in a bassinet somewhere in Kaiser, Redwood City. I put the radio on and this, the perfect song came out. Who says there's no magic in the land? Orleans, wife, kid... you're still the one! Love you all.
One of the all time classic hits. It doesn’t get much better!
Saw Orleans open for Jackson Browne around 1976. Great show.
The lead vocalist is extra-ordinary. Puts a little gospel feeling in this version at a church. Awesome little improvs all the way through. Fantastic!
They're all really cool and special people. There will never be another 'Larry'. But they still carry the torch very well and that is quite admirable....(particularly for his brothers)! RIP Larry. You made 'it happen' man*****
I don’t know when a live performance on YT has touched me so. These guys are GREAT. Vocal, guitars - awesome!
He was my date to the junior and senior prom and remains my husband of 46 years - this is not only our song...it is our life!
The best song of any genre any era from any band. period.
Great band and song. Brings back my childhood memories.
Magnificent lyrics, vocals and musicianship. Positive and inspiring message that reminds us of the good in the world.
That has always been my favorite rock tune! Now!!!!! That’s the church I want to attend!!!!!Love it Orleans
These guys are true musicians.
Unlike music today
@@dereksmithjr4970 Amen. Those guys bring it every time.
Perfection....on every level....Larry....you are greatly missed.
Was very surprised to find that Orleans played Woodstock '94. They sound 👍 good
The highlight of this fine song is still that twin-lead guitar solo at the 2-minute mark.
Great song; great group. One of my favorite songs of all times.
So many good songs from those days. Every week. One after the other after the other after the other. That incredible fifteen years: 1964 to 1979.
I have loved this song from the seventies and I still love it in these eighteens! One of my all time favorites...my wife and I have forty years behind us and still loving like kids! Great song...love Orleans...when this was shot they still sounded great! Thank you S. Issui for posting!
one of the most romantic (wedding and anniversary songs) EVER!!!! No question!! :-)
Nothing but respect for these guys!
I'm British, and remember this song from 1976. I love it no less than I did then. Wonderful uplifting record.
Wow! Awesome! Just Awesome! And, you guys are "Still The One!" Saved on my Favorites under Music
This was my favorite song. This was a fantastic band and I can’t tell you how many times I played this song over and over. Congratulations to members past and present.
I remember I was a junior in high school when this came out. What a great band.
Still love love love this 1976 hit by Orleans! This song still has the magic!
Great song , they can still play. I like details in music!
I've been married 48 years and this is our song ... Absolute perfection .. this band were so underated.
knew Larry at Ithaca College, 1967 onward. lived in same dorm. great trumpet player. remember Boffalongo. remember gig in Buffalo - "Still the One" a single used by local yokel TV station. sad to learn of his ending. remember-Bach. hi from Scott.
This is one of my favorite song of all-time and Orleans does a wonderful job of playing and singing this timeless classic song.
i do apologize, as my wife overrides my address; but just the same, the song and the Orleans were things i never forget till this day of my life. was surprised to see you people are still grooving and u're still fun to watch, as i reminisced from the old......
These guys were so great. Oh the 70’s. To this day I feel so lucky to have grown up in that era
Such a brilliantly crafted song, even more poignant in late middle-age that your lover is "Still the One".
Music that is WAY better than what we have now. Great memories. My bride is STILL the ONE!!
One of those magic songs and it's hard to pinpoint why. Love every bit of it.
It was playing at a pig roast when I first met my future husband in 1976. Fell in love with the song, still loving it 47 years later❤️.
I loved this song in 1980 and I still love it today
I saw the original line -up twice in the 70's and they were so great! Super songs, harmonies and guitar licks! Met John here in Poughkeepsie when he was running for office. We had a quick chat about his old band Kangaroo. Nice guy!
Most members were from upstate NY I have family in Elmira NY GREAT LIVE
Jeez they sound great! 😎😊
What a BAND!
Enjoyed that ..what a great song ..
So sad that the singer is deceased. This was a great band. John Hall is a major talent.
Still the one, GREAT BAND and he'll be missed sorry end to a great career.
WONDERFUL WONDERFUL JUST DAD DAMMED WONDERFUL!!!!!!💜‼
All of my favorite rockers are on Medicare! I love getting older and seeing these guys still bringin' it!
What a great band and what a GREAT song. They're still the ones!
Still got it after all these years...All time sweet rock favs!
One of our all time favorites!
Was 18.. So good to hear it again.. Thanks !
Not only was this a big hit for Orleans but it took on a whole new life later when ABC adopted the song for their TV promos.
IIRC, they used it for the fall of 1980, when ABC had been #1 in the ratings for 4 years. They tweaked the lyrics "YOU'RE still having fun, and WE'RE (ABC) still the one". The spots featured stars of ABC shows holding up their index finger in the classic #1 sign. So of course, CBS, on the strength of shows like Dallas, overtook ABC for #1 for the 1980-81 season. I though that was funny as hell . :D
Also adopted by Channel 9 in Australia.
@@transitfan954 It was really a great marketing tool, great catchy toon and with cable still in its infancy, mainstream channels TV still ruled.
remember meeting Rep John Hall at my job in N Y State thank you for keeping our plant there and not letting them move south you shook my hand and asked how long you been here at the time it was 20 years you walked around with our manager Tom i have been able to retire after 30 years thanks again
I sit here listening to this with a tear in my eye thinking about a time that will never be again. These guys are as good now as they were then....
Man I always loved Orleans and this song it takes me back to the 70's such a good song and great memories and they still sound good live !!! Thanks Orleans !! ❤
One of the greatest love songs ever!
Frick I wish I'd been there for this concert!...So awesome!
Great old tune!! 70s AND 80s a great time 4 music!!
One of my favorite vocal and guitar songs.
They sound great! I have everything they've ever done on vinyl. I still blast it throughout my house just about every week. Waking & Dreaming is still one of the best albums ever made. John Hall solo work is also spectacular.
One of the all time best !
It was a joy to see Larry having so much fun. A very talented musician and singer. But the laughter did end. We still have great clips like this to show us what it was like.
Love the music these guys put together. Made me want to learn to play and sing. I play Still the One almost every day.