OMG...I can still feel Ben’s deep rich baritone running through me from this song...This live version is incredible. He was such an underrated superstar.
Ben Orr was a bonafide superstar, yet also an *every man* kind of guy in every sense of the word. To me, he and Cash kind of resemble one another, and the world could use a couple more Orr's/Cash's...
They eventually found their live legs for sure... I saw them on panorama Shake it up... It didn't sound that great, too many bells and whistles missing, but by the time I saw them for heartbeat City they had gotten their live act together
Ben sings this in a standard tenor range. The lyrics begin on a C4 and his vocals go as high as a G4 and as low as a C3 with some lower vibrato. Not to get too technical, but although Ben had an awesome texture to his voice, he was indeed a tenor and NOT a baritone. I'm also a huge fan of both Ben and Ric's singing styles, and I agree when you say this song should have been another top 40 hit for the band. Rock on! ✌🎶
I cannot get enough of Benjamin's voice in this song, it just floors me. He was forty here and still going strong. What an incredible talent and stage presence. So sadly missed and loved.
That's the gorgeous Ben smile that melts the hearts of all his fans! I could watch those few seconds over and over. Wish I had a loop of that I could play all the time. There is another one at about 2:42 that is just about as good. His mood was pretty upbeat on the entire video. Looked like he as really having a great time. Elliot's solo after the second smile is awesome!
He would smile while he was singing. I've seen him do it with other songs and ...sigh....He was a consummate singer and guitarist but oh so beautiful to look at as well.
Beautiful Benjamin , what a vision he was. That smile... hot. This video has some of the best close ups of Ben. Love it. His voice on this song is amazing. Miss you sweetheart.
Yes, at 77 years old, I am thankful for the web and all these videos because I can enjoy the music more fully. I always liked The Cars music, I can now enjoy them visually as well. I really like the "Look" of the band.
Probably just momentum. At this point radio and MTV was starting to move on from the Cars and their last album before breaking up around this time was pretty weak. The music landscape was pretty crowded with hair metal in this era and the band, who at the time was still seen as a bit of a New Wave MTV novelty act by much of the general public, was getting long in the tooth. This is a melancholy song of a band splitting apart at the seams.
It was the times, and also this song incorporates some country elements, whereas people wanted static categories of music. The Cars were always ahead of everyone else, and even at their zenith of success a lot of people didn't understand what they were doing. They were truly innovative.
plus, i don't think it translated well on vinyl. A lot of their songs were like that. It wasn't until you heard them play it live, that you realized how kick-ass they were!
I generally comment on Ben's great vocals, Ric Ocasek's great lyrics and vocals, Elliot Easton's incredible hooks and riffs - but on this song, Greg Hawkes is a beast! Listen to those keys carry the song, allowing Ben Orr to lay out a perfect vocal....and then Easton ends it with a great run. The CARS were so damn good.... Technically, one of the alltime best.
You never knew what to expect from The Cars. Like every song was completely different. It's almost impossible to put a style or genre on them. They were unique.
Benjamin had it going on with a vengeance...mad style, a voice that makes you weep, and enough hot-ness to melt a glacier. So many talents, a gift to the world. Gone much too soon.
wow...It's absolutely mesmerizing watching Benjamin Orr! He was sooo smooth and so full of charisma... They dont make them like Ben Orr anymore..... :( Oct 3, 2000 was TRULY the day music really died! RIP BO we will miss you forever!
Well said he is he's just perfectly handsome, charismatic, gentle guy aye, beautiful voice, I'm so sad and full of love for this man. Mesmerizing alright. Gentle yeah
Of all of the songs I have heard in my life, this is my absolute favorite. The interplay between Elliot Easton's incredibly tasty guitar lines and fills and the cascading waterfall of notes from Greg Hawkes keyboards are on another level altogether. Toss in Orr's on point singing style, the relentless drumming and then the backing harmonies and you have musical perfection. When I leave this world, this song is what I will miss the most.
Benjamin channels a wee bit of Elvis in this song. So beautiful. Ric was a versatile songwriter and he’s lucky he had Benjamin. They were lucky to have each other.
@@jackiebeals5810 the mind boggles lol. That smile is the sexiest smile in music history. How lucky were those girls who got to kiss him omg if only! I get butterflies thinking about it lol
Right that smile. And the way he could look so intense and then crack a little smile. Melts my heart. And his eyes are amazing too. He had it all going on!
I wholeheartedly agree with you. Ric wrote some great songs, but Benjamin made them what they are....instant classics! I can play his songs over and over again.
Tonight's the first time I have ever heard this song. I'm 40, but my mom loved the cars when I was a kid. I have always loved them, too. I never appreciated Benjamin Orr's voice until recently. Now, I'm obsessed. Wish he were still here. ❤
These guys were so tight. Their music was so full of fantastic songs, its pretty amazing the way it just seemed to flow through them into absolute art.
My favorite live song sung so sultry and deep by sexy Benjamin Orr! Love watching David Robinson on drums and Elliot on guitar. This is my first song of the day and my last of the night. I wish I knew what city they were playing in for this ultimate live version of this song. My absolute favorite. Look at Benjamin Express in this song and his face to the audience. A definite connection! We love you Benjamin Orr and the Cars! ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
I love how Greg seemed to be enjoying being there playing at its fullest. Every now and then I get obsessed with The Cars and this is one of those moments
Damn.... watching this performance really makes me miss Ben Orr and those days when his kind of musical talent and dynamic persona, really wrote the soundtrack and set the emulate-able standard of my life... His image here clad in an all black leather slamming out bass line on solid black guitar always seems to get a chuckle out of my 20yo kids, but once the music starts...they too become mesmerized... RIP BO WeMissYa
As much as I love hearing Ben on the vocals it is nice to hear and see Dave Robinson actually playing the drums rather than a drum machine! The Cars rocked my world in the 80's and still do when I listen today!
Graduated HS in 1988. 85-88 was a great time to grow up in high school. Some of the best music ever. Now at 53, I find that the 50's, 60's, and 70's were good listening as well. 90's came along and music died for me. It's been trash since then, granted a song or 2, here and there, but nothing like the decades I was gifted with!
I love this so much! Such a great song. Ben Orr melts my heart…God I miss him. I really love the guitars on this live version. It’s the best I’ve heard and I have the album. The Cars often sounded better live but that’s just my humble opinion. RIP Ben and Ric. 🌹
One of the BEST technically proficient bands of all time. As a drummer and a guitarist I remain confused why more ppl don't appreciate David Robinsons drumming. He was a BEAST!
@Tim Stewart - I agree! David Robinson’s *excellent* drumming is far too often not commended. It’s like he was so great at his job, he blended in and got overlooked. As a drummer and guitarist, please let me know what you think of the following: Benjamin started out on drums. I think it’s reflected in his bass playing. Whenever I see him step back beside David’s drum kit - usually to make Elliot’s solos a focal point - his fingering/playing is in sync with David’s drumbeats. Lockstep, I think it’s called. I’m not a musician, but I know David and Benjamin were a great rhythm section of the band.
So you are a drummer and guitarist! Do you have a band that you play regularly with? I imagine Covid put an end to a lot of that sort of entertainment.
@@annettebell2101 Well, first of all, it's two different types of music your speaking of... In my opinion, he was such an amazing drummer, you can hardly tell the difference whether it was David or a synthesizer. That's pretty incredible. Don't get me wrong, RHCP are one of my most favorite groups of all time. I was going to name my first son Hillel but I ended up with girls. But Flea doesn't really get it going in every song. It all depends on the style of the song. He keeps the songs going with a fantastic style. The Chili Peppers focal point was the bass since the beginning. The complete opposite of The Cars. And Flea could never keep the band on track without Chad Smith. They're the rhythm section.
This song and the way Ben sings it is just over the top sultry and just melts me everytime I hear it. It's Ric's lyrics and Ben's deep resonant voice and the way Ben inhabits the song: I can't resist. Something happens that I like.....
Just found this a couple of weeks ago, can't stop listening to it!! The whole band has such awesome energy!❤️ Benjamin's voice is beautiful, just like him! ❤️❤️🎸 Wish he was still here today ❤️
i wasnt impressed with Door To Door when it came out, but listening to it now... I find more and more to love. Rest in Peace the fabulous Ben Orr. Tragic loss way too soon.. an absolutely unparalleled voice!
I just found this video a few days ago and somehow, I have never heard this song but wow! I can't stop listening to and watching this! Thanks for keeping this video up!!!
This song makes my heart so full. Bens voice and presence are just incredible. Everything about him is incredible.i love the psychedelic country feel to this.
This is a fantastic version of this song! The Cars have the best hooks in the business! I'll be playing this one on repeat for a while. Rest in peace Mr. Ocasek and Mr. Orr! Your music will live on forever in the hearts and ears of millions of fans all over the world. "Since you're gone" PEACE
Ben was a true entertainer, amazing talent, very cool guy. Listening to him sing this song live he could have been a huge name in country and western also.
These guys had a blast on stage. Look at Hawkes on the keys!! David keeping them on pace. Elliot jamming away. Ben being himself. Why is Ric even there? Oh yeah, he writes the songs.
Sofa King beautiful. I literally am in tears as I watch Ben drive this band into a perfect frenzy in such a seemingly simple song. Perfect example of how tight they were. The way Ben smiles when he sings is just amazing. We will never see that again.
That's exactly how I feel about this song - I've been saying so on other channels. The studio version is just magical, a real "tour de force" of multitracked harmonies (mostly by Ben) interweaving with his PERFECT lead! I love the chords, the double-time acoustic (Go, Ric!), David's flawless drumming, and an Elliot Easton solo that SOUNDS easy but probably isn't. Best song on Door to Door (which I happen to love) and one of their overall best EVER! They weren't happy, but still played great.
Not true. "Silenced forever" is what happened to orators and musicians from before the 20th century. You can listen to everything Ben ever sang over and over, for the rest of your life.
Ben orr had an underrated voice. No one appreciated this man's talent and voice at the time .It had taken a while longer for people to realize that there was no one who came close to his talent .He was truly remarkable.
@@nickbern8524 Thats wild that you said that, because my wife & I went to Live Aid in 85, and her favorite band was the Cars, but she said his talent gets overlooked because he is so good looking.
@Evan Hodge Being in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame now is more political now than being a “ rock legend”. Half of the artist inducted lately never played rock at all
This song has me hooked like a drug, I just keep coming back for more. Today is Oct. 3rd, anniversary of Bens passing. I know you had many more songs to sing. Rest in Peace beautiful man. Bens passing makes me very depressed.
@@jackiebeals5810 yes. We get it. Somehow I missed learning of Ben's passing in 2000. It was shocking finding out he was gone. Such a bright, beautiful man. Death is pretty awful to come to grips with. Are you doing a little better now?
Ben your homecoming induction into the Rock Hall of Fame was held a couple weeks ago. You were missed! Your band mates gave you much due Respect. Rest In Peace
Dougie Fresh Not as much as he deserved. I really think they should have given him more credit. Too bad his son didn’t accept his award. When Queen was inducted they brought Freddie’s mother up to accept his award. It was beyond moving! I cried my eyes out! 🥺
it was a gem, better when heard live. So what singles are released?: You Are The Girl - a squishy, douche-y embarrassment, even if popular. Strap Me In - predictable lyrics and worse; lewdly suggestive, with plodding lack-luster melody. Coming Up You - was not in Benjamin's comfortable range. Now, Double Trouble was exactly the type of rock other bands were playing; driving, heavily guitar laden rhythm. Sexy song. a Knock-out of a song. Everything You Say - great on multiple levels. A winner. Overall the album was a jumbled, mixed up mess of no continuity. Just a bad mixture of 1/3 very good songs, the rest not so. And Fine Line?? a nauseating dirge.
Such a beautiful song, beautifully sung, beautifully played by all of them. I am very familiar with the Cars but I had never heard this song until I stumbled on this video. It is, I will say shamelessly, Perfect.
what a great clip. Energy, drive, just plain fantastic. Greg is a legend, so much drive. The whole group puts in 110% and the result is magic. Benjamin's vocals are just what the song needs.
