First time hearing The Turtles "Happy Together" Reaction | Asia and BJ 

The lead singer Howard Kaylan is a great friend of mine and we've been friends on social media for over 10 years. When I met him backstage at a concert in 2017 it was exactly 50 years after he met The Beatles, Brian Jones of The Rolling Stones, and Jimi Hendrix all on the same night in 1967. Then by the end of the concert.. I ended up being on stage with him and some of the other acts, singing this song ☮️

My 1st boyfriend, in 7th grade, bought this single for me. It was "our song". We went together on & off throughout junior high & high school. Didn't end up together but still, that song brings back sweet memories of Puppy Love. And I'm sure many others feel the same. It was a huge hit. 💙☮💙

This song has been in more movies and TV shows than Tom Cruise - I'd be shocked if you haven't heard it before whether or not you realize it

This band was attacked by critics for childish lyrics, they responded by writing Eleonore. You must listen to the lyrics. It was a big FU to the critics. It Ain't Me Babe is a great song too.

This was the Turtles biggest hit, something of a mixed blessing for them, because they bought this song to record. They wanted to be a band that wrote its own songs, but their record label wanted them to just keep buying more songs like Happy Together. They fought their label over that until a bitter break up. Their second biggest hit, Elenore, is a song they wrote to satirize Happy Together. The two main Turtles were among the funniest in rock, that is how they got into Frank Zappa's band. And when Zappa was stabbed by a crazed fan they took his band and recorded as Flo and Eddie. But they were also radio DJs in LA and sang back up on an amazing variety of classic rock songs in the 70's. At least until the Coronavirus hit they will hosting a Happy Together tour in which they and a variety of other 60's bands toured each playing about 5 songs, but with 6 or 7 total bands on the tour like The Cowsills, The Association, the singer from Paul Revere and the Raiders etc.

"She'd Rather Be With Me" is another of their multiple hit songs.

The song was 1967 and has been in movies, tv shows and commercials. A true classic. The Turtles along with the Lovin' Spoonful and Gary Lewis and the Playboys had their 1st seven singles reach the Top 10 and doing it during the 60s British Invasion. They were the only American groups to do it.

There were so many great hits in 1967, e.g.: “Groovin” by The Rascals, “Western Union” by The Five Americans, “Nobody But Me” by The Human Beinz, “Baby, Now That I’ve Found You” by The Foundations, & “Don’t You Care” by The Buckinghams. Of course, The Beatles and The Doors also had great ones that year.

I saw The Turtles along with a few other "oldies" bands in the 90s at a firefighter benefit concert. They were the best band of the night. The tambourine player does Globetrotter style tricks with his tambourine and they sounded great. Very entertaining band.

Youngbloods “Get Together” is a perfect compliment to this song

This song always makes me think about my father. He used play this record and sing it when i was a little kid. He would talk about this being one of the songs his old band would play.

Boy this one is a classic song. It came out in 1967. It's as old as I am, so that is old,😂

The Turtles were fun-loving intellectuals who were associated with Frank Zappa, but who had huge hits on the radio. The leaders, Flo & Eddie went on their own, and I got to see them in Charlotte, where I believe they opened for Zappa or maybe Roxy Music. Same small venue, which meant a more intimate gathering. Same small venue that Pink Floyd used to perform their Dark Side of the Moon tour, where I was hugging the stage, half crocked. Ah music the 70s!

"If I should call you up, invest a dime...." One of the best song lines ever... (Ref to using the pay phone in the "old days".)

It was such a wonderful time for music in the 60s and 70s.Everyone sang songs in those days.Just harmonies like in elementary school but adult themes.I wonder if they still teach little kids to sing?

Back in the 60's, a lot of groups were named after animals or reptiles. I don't know the reason behind that. Never looked into it. You had the Beatles, Three Dog Night, the Monkies, The list is endless. But what an era to grow up in!!! I miss those days!!!!

Another great group from the 60's. The Turtles are an American rock band formed in 1965. "Happy Together" is their biggest hit in 1967. But they had a lot of great songs such as "It Ain't Me Babe", "Let Me Be", "You Baby", "Grim Reaper Of Love", "Can I Get To Know You Better", "She'd Rather Be With Me", "You Know What I Mean", "She's My Girl", "Elenore", "You Showed Me" etc.

One of my favorite songs from high school. The Turtles were an L. A.-based band that had an impressive, if somewhat short, string of hits. "Happy Together" was, by far, their biggest hit, and their only single that went to #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. It was one of the top two or three hits of 1967 (#1 on some radio stations' end-of-year lists). Their other big hits were, "It Ain't Me, Babe," "You Baby," "She'd Rather Be With Me," "You Know What I Mean," "She's My Girl," "Elenore," and "You Showed Me." They're all great. The lead singer was Howard Kaylan and Mark Volman provided the harmonies. The two of them broke off from the band and formed a comedy rock duo known as Flo and Eddie, which never enjoyed the kind of mainstream commercial success as The Turtles, but did develop a huge cult following. I thought Howard Kayland had one of the most distinctive, albeit under-appreciated, voices of any male singer to come out of the incredible '60s. Several of the Turtles songs, and especially "Happy Together," are considered rock and roll classics.

"Happy Together" was a number one hit for The Turtles in 1967. The song defined the sound of commercial pop music for years afterward. The Turtles landed several top forty hits in the sixties, starting with a cover of Bob Dylan's "It Ain't Me Babe" in 1965, followed by "You Baby" in 1966 before culminating with this song and extending into 1968 with the top ten hits "Elenore" and "You Showed Me", a subtle treat with a quirky modal change in the bridge. Founding members of The Turtles, Howard Kaylan and Mark Volman, aka Flo & Eddie, sang backing vocals on the 1971 T. Rex classic "Bang a Gong (Get It On)" as well as on Bruce Springsteen's 1980 top ten hit "Hungry Heart". They also composed the musical scores for Strawberry Shortcake and The Care Bears animated television shows.

Asia & BJ, you'll love their "Elenore" and "She'd Rather Be with Me" !!

The Turtles evolved out of a Surf band I think were called the Crossfires. Check out their appearance on (possibly) the Ed Sullivan Show, where they perform either "Happy Together" or "She'd Rather Be With Me". Throughout the song, Mark Volman (acting like a clown) wanders around the stage with a French Horn, while Howard Kaylan (with a straight face !) sings the song.

I love this song it puts a smile on your face. I can see you guy's are Happy Together. Love it ❤️👍🥝🇳🇿

This song, or at least the melody, has been used in a ton of commercials. Though I remember listening to it on my dad’s 8-track player.

Always loved this song…just great vibes

This song gives me hippie vibes💙Such a sweet song.

This is a very classic song. 🥰🥰🥰

What a great Band they have alot of hits 🎵🎵🎵🎵

I always felt the last few milliseconds of the track were thoughtfully done. the closing was so unique. it also gives a feeling of doom to relationships while the lead slowly fades with "happy together" while the chorus drowns him out with ba-ba's which could substitute for problems and chaos. it seems like a metaphorical record of the time. 1967 was a year of many changes in the way society saw the world and viewed free love. maybe?

ELENORE and CAN I GET TO KNOW YOU BETTER are good songs by the Turtles which also capture that late 6o's, hippy, psychedelic feeling that we could all use a dose of today. But that's why this music holds its value by making us happy when the world is running down.

"So Happy Together "by the Turtles is used in a very popular Heinz Ketchup Commercial.

These guys are still touring, check out the Happy Together tour this year!!

The lyrics are about a relationship that he wants. She's the only one for him but he's not the one for her yet.

You both are so great together. Love your chemistry. I see the connection. Songs like this bring it out! Classic 60's song. The Turtles had several pop hits.

Love this song, it’s just great old classic music

The greatness of this song is the fabulous arrangement, horn section, background vocals, other instruments.

Since the 1980's, The lead singer (and maybe some of the original band?) still have concerts with the "Happy Together" tour, including other top singers of the time (Gary Puckett, Vogues, Cowsills, Association, Buckinghams). Have tickets for that in a couple of weeks.

Yes, " Happy together, Turtles" and the Flower Power Time with many hippies in the 60ies. Thanks for the good music from Germany!

"Work with Me" and we'll be Happy Together

Great Turtles song! I've seen them live a number of times. Try their "Elinore" and "It Ain't Me Babe" !

That "Happy Together" line has been used in a few ads over the years. As you can imagine.

You know this song is old when they are talking about putting a dime in a payphone. Yikes, I remember actually doing that.

Turtles had many classic hits in the 60's. I also like their songs "Nobody But You", "It Aint Me Babe", which is actually a song written by Bob Dylan, & they had a few more, which others I see have commented on already.

I agree, Asia. But believe me, it's old. I'm 58, and I loved this song back when I was a little kid. 😁

Mark Volman and Howard Kaylan, aka Flo & Eddy were also part of Frank Zappa's Mothers of Invention. You should check out their album Illegal, Immoral and Fattening. One of the funniest things you will ever hear.

This song was released in 1967 I was thirteen at the time just entering High School I'm pushing 70 now and they still like the song plus many others by the turtles keep up the good work Deja and BJ thank you

If it’s familiar it’s because it’s been in so many commercials and movies. You know it goes way back when you hear “ call you up, invest a dime,” that’s how much pay phones cost back then for a two or three minute call. Sorry no cell phones, so if you were out you’d have to look for the nearest pay phone. I definitely don’t miss that.

Their greatest hit among many and it reached #1 in the country. It defined a generation. I was in 8th grade and my I.D. bracelet was making its rounds among the girls!!!!!!!!!!!

Best line "Work with me" - I laughed out loud.

huge hit still sounds great today

You should check out some videos of them performing. Howard Kaylan had such an incredible voice but nobody ever looked less like a pop star - except for his writing and singing partner, Mark Volman, who was quite a funny character. When they broke from their record contact they found that they couldn't use the name The Turtles, but couldn't even sing under their own names. So, they went by the name "Flo and Eddie", Flo being short for Volman's nickname, "the fluorescent leech". They sang with Frank Zappa and the Mothers of Invention for a couple of years.

Great song and they had memorable harmonies, it sounds like 60s music that stood the test of time and will be listened to for centuries to come. It us just a good times song I have enjoyed since it was released. For another Turtles classic, try Elenor, You will love it! Enjoy. 🎵

I saw them on B&W TV, so it's old. Easy-listening. Happy. Simple. Pleasant.

60's Beach music....vibe

This song was the number one song on the day my baby sister was born. It has become our theme song. Love this.

Glorious signature song of the 60s.

Very successful group from maybe 66 for a few,years. Two great singers Flo & Eddy( real names Howard & Mark). Upbeat sound. Many good songs. She'd Rather be With Me, She's My Girl, Elenore, You Showed Me. Those songs I listed are worth checking out. Also It Ain't me Babe.

The clue to the age of the song is the lyric, "if I should call you up and drop a dime." ---pay phones....calls were a dime in the 60's. I think it was about to a quarter in the 80's, and now, well, I can't remember the last time I actually saw a pay phone!

This song was before my time. I think I first heard it in a movie in the 80’s or 90’s.

I was 10 in 1970 and this song was played at the park pool so much. Brings back good memories and good times.

I first saw them on the Ed Sullivan Show luv y'all fun song

DYNAMIC DUO!!! ,Please more songs by this great underated group.

Simple but just enough , timeless .

Yeah, this song gives off a warm and fuzzy vibe, but like all groups, they have different vibe as well. Try one of these songs, "It Ain't Me Babe" or "Elenore" or "She'd Rather Be With Me", they're all pretty good. This was a good time yall, thanks!

The quintessential mid 60s sound.

I hope your next Turtles reaction will be to one where you can see them performing on stage. Flo and Eddie are really something else!

“How are you going to make me just know the song” Dying!!! 😂 and her face she was giving you!! 🤣🤣

I like this classic even though it was way before our time. It's so catchy. Speaking of your live earlier today, their song "Elenore" is good.

You've presumably heard it in a few commercials.

I remember listening to this on the radio. Damm no wonder my beard's grey!

This song always creeped me out. The minor chord progression, the stalker type lyrics sung all happy. I don't know if that's what they were going for but that's how I hear it.

reminds me of my parents.. great song

This song has been used in so many commercials and movies... it's pretty much part of our culture even in 2023

Released in February 1967. That's a few months before Sgt. Pepper's.

Mid 60's. They were really big for 3 months. Got to give to them credit since this was right in the middle of the British Invasion. They were out of California. Like the Beach Boys. Don't laugh at Happy Together, How is the weather? It rhymes.

If you noticed most groups back then were animal names. Beatles, byrds, turtles, etc

I agree Asia - it has a classic sound but it doesn't sound dated. Very catchy song. One of the first pop songs I knew when I was a kid growing up in the 60s.

I lost it at "c'mon work with me Asia"😆 Those are my famous words for the family "work with me people,not against me!" 🤣😆

These guys went on to be the vocalists for frank zappa.

the Turtles are fun to watch live, because the two singers joke around ... so for your next Turtles song try a live TV performance.

Great tune with such a great melody.

the fabulous Flo + Eddie!!!

You are so right !!! This song is timeless.❤❤

The Turtles, "Eleanor." ✌️

Flo and Eddie as they were known we saw at radio station conference was there very funny guys they later went on to work for with Frank Zappa as singers and they’re just great couple of guys very funny They also did voices for some cartoon some kids young kids cartoon I don’t remember the name….

It’s about a guy who dreams of being with a girl he is afraid to approach.

You Showed Me is a very serene and mellow tune with a very good melody.

My grandson has autism, this song alway calms him down, he even tries to sing it sometimes, this song and other song on his grandpa’s playlist..

Loved the Turtles

This is probably my favorite song from the 1960's

One of the most upbeat tunes of any era.

It's timeless.

BJ is thinking about you Asia while listening to the lyrics. Love you two.

Doesn't the song make you happy? That's what this group is about; fun.

Asia is right... Some songs are timeless!

Love your reference of Happy by Pharrell. He’s from my area of Virginia.. Tidewater Norfolk Va Beach 757

the turtles are my favorite 60's band

Fifth grade, Franklin Elementary, Oakland CA, playin' marbles....that's what this song makes me think of! lol

This is the ultimate happy song.

You guys, this song was on Adaptation movie soundtrack. I highly recommend the movie, Nicolas Cage in one of his best roles, crazy, weird, fun and excellent movie! ❤ Yeah, BJ is right, song was in tons of stuff, from movies and commercials. Remember the one with Jennifer Aniston in Heineken commercial.

Check out You Baby, and She'd Rather Be With Me by The Turtles.