Bobby Darin gets funky on this country flavored Hank Williams chestnut, in a 1973 concert recorded just 9 months before his death at age 37. Subscribe! ru-vid.com_c...
This man has more soul in his pinky than most have in their whole body. Bobby Darin was the whole package, performer, entertainer and man, that voice. What a guy.
Celtrock you are so right ! He also did spot-on impersonations (there is one out there of him as JImmy Durante), nominated for Academy Award (if he had more time he would have earned one- he had great talent) amazing dancer (find the "Higher and Higher" RU-vid post, the one where he is in a tux (there are a couple with him in a tux and one with him in blue clothes but the tux shows his dancing better). And of course- that voice - such power and soul. Pure magic to watch him - nobody out there today comes anywhere near close to his league.
Musical genius. Let's just say it. His earlier superficiality gave him a certain reputation, but as someone who had a short time to prove himself he eventually achieved the top musical spot he deserved.
@@ellyreginald6546 Bobby Darin transitioned through many styles, partly because he came of age in an earlier time. But if I closed my eyes during his later great performances - I might be inclined to think I was hearing Gospel calling us to our Lord?
natalie he did it all-wrote, sang, played- the most talented rock and roller ever. tragic that he had the heart problems that took him from us so early. Be Blessed
Bobby Darrin knew he wouldn't live to be an old man. He was a cocky young man and many didn't like that fact. However, no one could ever dispute his talent. He had talent in his little toe. The man was music. Death hung over him so much that his marriage to Sandra Dee failed. But a doctor when he was young let him overhear a conversation not meant for him and so Bobby knew that whatever he did in life he had to do early. He put his heart and soul in music.
Simple music can make you sing, a simple hug can make you feel, better, simple things can make you happy, I hope my simple hello will put a smile on your face..
Bobby truly had music in his soul, it came out that way. He put his heart in it. Not many can say that today or any day. He was truly one of a kind, and now he sings for God.
This is Bobby Darin at his best, entertaining his adoring fans….. Bobby always gave 1,000 percent each and every time he went in front of the camera or on stage and never left out the smallest detail….. No matter how ill he felt at times Bobby always became a different person once he stepped out on to that stage, he strongly felt that he must always give his very best performance….. Bobby knew that he was where he was at that point in time because of his fans, he owed them for their believing in his talents, he always gave every little bit of himself, never holding back…. Bobby's strong desire to entertain from an early age was just as driven through till the end of his life….. He had this wonderful God gifted talent and had to share it with the world….. Bobby was a strong presence in the music industry leaving all others in his wake, there was no other like Bobby Darin then nor since….. Bobby Darin is one of a kind human being that took this world by storm in the late 50's, 60's and early 70's….. Bobby Darin is a legend, leaving a huge body of work, what a legacy he left behind…… Whenever Bobby sang a song by another singer he always put his stamp on it and made the song his own, this was his ability and talent……. What a true genius and master of his own destiny…… Sadly we lost him far too soon…. RIP BOBBY D !!!!!
A RARE talent. Gone way too soon. I remember 1962, I was 6, driving to the beach. Family vacation. I remember every time "Things" came on the radio I wanted my dad to crank it up so I could sing along. Love the guy.
Simple music can make you sing, a simple hug can make you feel, better, simple things can make you happy, I hope my simple hello will put a smile on your face..
Bobby Darin was unique. He could croon with the best of them like Sinatra, Martin and Bennett. Then he could do folk songs like Simple Song of Freedom like Seeger. He could do country too and his rendition of Midnight Special shows he can do blues/soul. A true performer. One of the best and most versatile.
Simple music can make you sing, a simple hug can make you feel, better, simple things can make you happy, I hope my simple hello will put a smile on your face..😊
Other than his incredibly engaging stage presence, I am continually amazed by his ability to absolutely own so many musical styles and be so darn good at all of them. Splish/Splash? yeah ok, Mack the Knife? oh yeah, Lonesome Whistle by Hank Williams with such conviction and respect for the original artist? Oh my gawd....Staggering.
You know, no one has left me with a better memory of the quintessential performer but Bobby Darin. I'm so sad he was taken from us way to young, but I'm glad I got to grow up listening to him. And thank you for posting.
The master and commander. Nobody else like him. Never will be. Thanks for posting this terrific rendition of the great Hank William song. Bobby earned the right to be called a legend.
I know some people die young, and it's always sad - but, while watching this video, just now, I said out loud : What a ripoff. He really left too early. Imagine all of the great things he would have continued to do. But, on the other hand- look how much he did in his short time. Wow.
@@chriskennedy2846 It's THE first song of its kind. Bobby was always at the forefront when it come to new sounds in music. He was a trendsetter and absolutely one of a kind legend.
Darrin was a vastly talented purist and musical proselitizer who used the foot in the door he got from "Splish Splash" to expand the horizons of his audience. What a privilege it is to enjoy these performances of him sharing great music that his average fans might not be familiar with.
Simple music can make you sing, a simple hug can make you feel, better, simple things can make you happy, I hope my simple hello will put a smile on your face..
I love bobby darin, one of the best performers ever! what a showman! I'm a singer aswell, and if I only have 50% of his performance I would be glad! I'm 23 years old but I love his music! died to young!
Bobby Darin was the master entertainer, no one did it better than Bobby, any song he wanted to sing, any instrument he wanted to play and on top of that academy nominated actor, and danced very well too, just the best. thanks for posting
The whole show from this is taken is absolutly fantastic.I have it on dvd and watch it very often.The best song from the show I thing is Help me make it throug the night (by Kris Kristofersson) Bobby Darin is simply one of the greastits!!
He was unbelievably talented! From 1959 to today, I never get tired of listening or watching him perform. He may have passed away in 1973, but continues to live on through his music.
Simple music can make you sing, a simple hug can make you feel, better, simple things can make you happy, I hope my simple hello will put a smile on your face..
Simple music can make you sing, a simple hug can make you feel, better, simple things can make you happy, I hope my simple hello will put a smile on your face..
Simple music can make you sing, a simple hug can make you feel, better, simple things can make you happy, I hope my simple hello will put a smile on your face..
Bobby’s fan (and this included Elvis), all know how underrated Bobby is). Let’s also take a minute to reflect on Hank Williams. To quote a friend of mine, ‘where would we be without him’.
Lord to think that he was dead by the end of this year 1973..makes ya wonder..no doubt he chose slower songs & such as his health was failing. Mack the Knife though will always be his signature song and the #1 song of the 20th century. RIP Bobby.
i am a big Dobby Darin fan from the 60s when his pop songs were such great hits. this is a great rendition of Hank's song.....Darin certainly was a great talent.....i really like this rock version of that song...almost a blues theme
I was too young to hear him back then. But lately have discovered him. Wow, brilliant versatile, sexy man. Superb singer. What a loss so young. Imitators, beware. You will not come close to this genius. 💕💕
Yep, And his ACTING was as great as his singing. Check out Jack Benny Bobby Darin episode on YT, for a sample. He was superb in every movie, a natural, who could really empathize with each character he played. Everything he did was top of the field.
Simple music can make you sing, a simple hug can make you feel, better, simple things can make you happy, I hope my simple hello will put a smile on your face..
Simple music can make you sing, a simple hug can make you feel, better, simple things can make you happy, I hope my simple hello will put a smile on your face..
Bobby Darin was always my 'guilty pleasure'. When he was considered un-cool I was listening to the voice and the talent. As other's have said, RIP Bobby.
Simple music can make you sing, a simple hug can make you feel, better, simple things can make you happy, I hope my simple hello will put a smile on your face..
Simple music can make you sing, a simple hug can make you feel, better, simple things can make you happy, I hope my simple hello will put a smile on your face..
@@pennyrichardson3571 I read some where that whenever Hank went to a diner or bar, he headed for the jukebox - in addition to his own records, he wanted to check for covers of his songs by other singers. They say he did enjoy hearing them (and any royalties too, I'm sure).
@@windycitykitty Yes that's the first thing he did at a restaurant,see who was covering one of his songs He loved Tony Bennett's version of Cold Cold Heart and his favorite singer was Johnny Ray
Hadn’t heard him do this version until now. The one on Spotify is different. As Darin goes, all versions of everything he ever did are all perfect. This is no exception. What an absolute master.
Yes he did. He was always on time...ALWAYS and his shirt had no wrinkles...maybe once at Woodstock? Very few people know that Bobby was there and did a song with Janis Joplin.
I just did some research on who actually wrote this song, Bobby is right Hank Williams wrote this song and Jimmy Davis supplied the title. I don't really care who wrote the song I just love the song and the way Bobby sings it!!! great song great post thanks.
