Back when they first became a hit any journalist who interviewed them would eventually ask if they were really brothers. They would always answer with "We don't be related, but we do be brothers"!!
the underrated thing on this one is the lyrics. Everyone knows about his voice and all that but the clever turns in the lyrics really take it up a few notches - "trying hard to recreate what had yet to be created" for example is GOLD.
@@djdoc06 One thing I love about this song is that it's sympathetic to her point of view, too, like she's feeling awkward but still being polite. And it doesn't blame her for his fixation; it just acknowledges that it's a thing, and it hurts him, and it's no picnic for her either. Really fantastic songwriting!
The Doobie Brothers are an American rock band that have been around for 5 decades. They covered many genres of music over the years. They had so many great songs such as "What A Fool Believes", "Listen To The Music", "Jesus Is Just Alright", "Long Train Runnin'", "China Grove", "Black Water", "Takin' It To The Streets", "The Doctor", "It Keeps You Runnin'", "Echoes Of Love", "You Belong To Me", "Take Me In Your Arms" etc.
"What A Fool Believes" ruled the radio back in 1979. Michael McDonald also lent his signature vocal skills to the classic 1977 Steely Dan tune "Peg". He also wrote "You Belong to Me" which became a top ten hit for Carly Simon in 1978.
Michael McDonald is so good with the Doobies, but then he went solo and really took off there too. More Doobie Brothers tunes to check out: Black Water, Listen to the Music, China Grove, Give Me The Beat Boys, Takin' It To The Streets, Jesus is Just Alright... It's a deep dive, jump in 😎
Michael McDonald is an amazing talent. His voice is one of a kind, and man of many talents including songwriting and keyboard! Always love listening to him.
The Michael McDonald effect! I will say “Listen to the music” is in my top favs of theirs too! Also, please check out their song “I keep forgetting.” Can’t remember if we did either of these LIVE or not..🤔. Those lives get so crazy! 😆. In a good way....💖💙👍✌️
Love the band. Black water is a fantastic song. Can never go wrong with this band. Also Crosby ,Stills ,Nash is great trio band ( Helplessly hoping ) .
Michael and James did another song with David Pack (from Ambrosia) called “I Just Can’t Let Go”… smooth as silk and soooo good! It has a nice little sax solo, too. And Michael and James did “One Gift” on one of Michael’s Christmas albums. It’s so good I listen to it all year round….
it's cool to hate on Yah Mo Be There, but I LOVE THAT SONG and how can you go wrong with James Ingram and Michael McDonald together??? ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-HQ1nvhLf1EU.html
My Doobie Brothers story. I was in high school (1974) when the DB hit big on the radio. Many stoned rides cranking Black Water on the car FM.. Fast forward almost 30 years and I work for a custom Audio/Video installation company. Previous clients include Gregg Allman (Allman Bros Band), Francis Ford Coppola (film director). So one morning I drive to North Novato (marin county), up to a gated house. It's Tom Johnston's house. We are installing a whole house system. So I'm walking around with tom and his wife, marking speaker locations, wall controls, flat screen placements, etc. I spent many days on site with him. You realize he is just another human, walking his path, and sometimes you get lucky in life and get to meet your rock star legends from your past. Outside, your cool as a cucumber, in charge with your skill sets, but inside your all "Holy cr ap, its the guy from the Doobie Brothers!". Great memories. Peace
In 1980 "What A Fool Believes" won the Grammy for Song of the Year (lyrics and music) and Record of the Year (recording, arrangment and production). The more you dive into the lyrics, you'll realize what a DEEP song this is! BTW: This song made my mother fall in love with lead singer Michael McDonald and she's had a crush on him since! 😄
Such a timeless, upbeat groove juxtaposed against tragic lyrics about fooling oneself into thinking a relationship existed when it did not. Masterful songwriting!
Michael sings with amazing soul and his powerful voice is soo great and unique! He grew up listening to Motown and did two albums with those hits. Check out his rendition of Stevie Wonders All Is Fair In Love. His solo career is also deep
I was born in 1971, mum played doobie bros records and I da nced around the room as a kid. still dance around the room to this song to this day in 2023 as a 52 old kid. so Good! I agree with BJ this song should go a little longer. oh fuck it. Just play it again!
Not surprised Mike McDonald rec'd 5 Grammy Awards. Thankfully he & Doobie brothers inducted into the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame 2020. He's a terrific singer!
I'm surprised I have feet. Literally danced my way through the 60s and 70s. So many GOOD groups !! Won a s'load of money doin' it too !! Contests in bars & clubs everywhere !!
I LOVE watching younger people discover the music I grew up with. No cultural boundaries imposed, just pure wonderful jams and people enjoying talent. 😁
First album I ever bought when this released as a young boy. I loved the Doobies & glad to see newer generations appreciate them too. 1979 was the end of disco and "New Wave" alt rock was entering the picture along with Punk as well. Great times back then with incredible music.
Doobie Bros always jam! Very soulful! So glad you guys like them! They were forever classic! And your right their vocals were awesome! Long train running is my favorite song!
The Doobie Brothers were a collection of incredible artists and then….Along came Michael McDonald and vaulted them into superstardom. Definitely in the top 10 bands in American history.
I saw this great group in the summer of 1979. It was incredible, loved every minute of it. I am not a vocal expert, but I have heard other more expert like fans talk about MIchael McDonalds voice and how much talent it takes to go as high and low as he does in one song. It is my favorite song also!!!
I'm 60 and I'm sitting in my sister's convertible MGB Mark 4. We are belting this out together with Michael and the Brothers. Wind in our hair enjoying life. Thanks for this kids. This Nanna is groovin across the living room floor right now. You two are adorable. Asia has a gorgeous smile. I love your movie reactions too. Asia behind her blanket. Groove children. You can't lose with Michael McDonald and the Brothers. Canadian Grandma Lori. C.
That was a nice thing to hear "If nobody told you, I love you". You are amazing for reaching out to your audience with that type of realness, Thank You & God Bless 😇🥰
I think Asia might just bust a move.Michael McDonald is phenominal.The production is magnificent.Whether its lead singer ,Background, or playing keyboard the man adds flavor to whatever he does.
This music that I grew up with is why I am forever trapped in my youth..!! It brings tears to my eyes remembering the good old days..!! Long live the 70's & 80's..!!
The lyrics are worth a read. It's a deep message. He came from somewhere back in her long ago The sentimental fool don't see Trying hard to recreate what had yet to be created Once in her life, she musters a smile for his nostalgic tale Never coming near what he wanted to say Only to realize it never really was She had a place in his life He never made her think twice As he rises to her apology Anybody else would surely know He's watching her go But a fool believes he sees The wise man has the power to reason away What seems to be Is always better than nothing And nothing at all keeps sending him Somewhere back in her long ago Where he can still believe there's a place in her life Someday, somewhere, she will return She had a place in his life He never made her think twice As he rises to her apology Anybody else would surely know He's watching her go But a fool believes he sees The wise man has the power to reason away What seems to be (if love can come and love can go, then why can't love return once more?) Is always better than nothing (Who got the power?) There's nothing at all (oh, now) But a fool believes he sees (I believe she's never gone away) The wise man has the power To reason away (to reason away) What seems to be (oh, if love can come and love can go, oh, mama) Is always better than nothing (better than nothing) And nothing at all (oh, I believe)
There’s also a version with Kenny Loggins and Michael… they totally changed it up and it sounds awesome! It’s on Kenny’s album “Outside: From The Redwoods”, a special that he did. The video is really good too.
This song is one of the ultimate feel good relaxing melody songs of all time. It's totally unique with a perfect blend of melody, instruments, singing, and great lyrics. This song will stand the test of time.
1970s soulful and groove music coming from the positive and creative virtue of goodness in their hearts. If you lived thru this era and seen these bands play, you know...
You know, it always does my heart good to see younger generations feel how I felt when I first heard The Doobies Bros especially Michael McDonald! Just makes you want to keep dancing & smiling! ❤
They're a legendary force 👍😊 Check out Doobies, "Black Water," and "Jesus is Just Alright With Me." You won't be disappointed...Also, Michael McDonald and Patti labelle, "On My Own." It will blow your mind. 🙏 Love you two 💕
I love that you youngins are digging the music we grew up with. It was great then and still holds up today! Love it, Enjoy Taking it to the streets is awesome to react to!
There was a funny episode of What’s Happening in the late 70s where they all got to go see the Doobie Brothers and meet them back stage and Rerun shakes their hand and says “which Doobie you be?” Lol
When this gem of a song was released I was in the 4th grade and had it on a 45 rpm which I wore out from playing it over and over again yes it’s the kind of song you want to repeat. 🙏🏽✌🏽❤️
I can’t wait to see all these guys in June. I have had my tickets since 2020. Damn Covid ruined their 50th anniversary for these guys which was back in 2020 oh well!
You nailed it! This was popular in the spring of 1979, last year of the disco era, and my senior year in h.s. Love the Doobies, but Michael McDonald really adds another whole level to their music.
This song is frequently my earworm. Love Michael & the Doobies! Heard them first in 1972 on an amazing stereo from a girl in my apartment complex. Also introduced me to Joni Mitchell. Friends for life! 🎶💙🎶💙🎶💙
That’s why they say “love is blind“. We’ve all seen someone go through this, and most of us have went through it ourselves. Great tune! That’s why they say we always want what we can’t have. Truly one of the great mysteries of life🤷🏼♂️😎
At the time, guitarist/vocalist Tom Johnston was experiencing some health issues and Michael McDonald with his smooth voice was able to step in and a truly unique sound to the band's music.
