WE FELT THIS ONE!! EDDIE HOLMAN - HEY THERE LONELY GIRL (REACTION) 

You picked a winner here guys. In 1969 Eddie recorded and released his own version of the song and it charted in the United States in 1970 at #2. Another soul group worth listening to is the Philly soul sound of the DELFONICS.

I'm 70 and I still love this song and still know all the words 😊❤

In the 60s we liked every kind of music.

You have to react to his live version back in 2012. This came out back in 1969 when I was a 14-year-old freshman in high school. He blew everyone out of the water with his very high voice. And 43 years later in 2012 at an oldies concert in New Jersey...He was still hitting those high notes. Now that I am 69-year-old senior citizen, the song still rocks me to my core. Awesome!

Eddie paved the way for soul groups in the 70s that featured falsetto lead singers-the Sylistics (You are everything, Break Up to Make Up) and Blue Magic (Sideshow, three ring Circus) to name a few.

One of the greatest vocal performances I’ve ever heard. If you can’t feel soul when listening to this….well then you have no soul.

He still sings this and it sounds just as good if not better!! Find a video of him doing this live. You'll love it.

The one thing to remember about 60s music is that each song (and voice) are unique, very unlike music from today. Many artists can be identified in one note because they are so unique. Love your reaction videos!

This is one of the most magnificent vocals and songs ever recorded!❤

The lights go down, you walk across the floor & there she is.And no longer is she a lonely girl it's pure magic

Music back in the day was PURE MAGIC ✨✨✨.

This song was originally done by Ruby & The Romantics in 1963 as "Hey There Lonely Boy". Eddie Holman did it in 1970 & switched the gender to "Hey There Lonely Girl". Both versions were hits.

The Reverend Eddie Holman still sounds like this today. Even that soaring high note at the end!

To this day Eddie can still belt out that song!!!!!Full of soul!!

So thankful I grew up listening to and singing these songs. Everything we heard on the radio was of this quality and excellent lyrics and music!!❤❤❤❤

I'm so thankful to have grown up in the 60s n 70s. Never will be another time like this on this planet. But like always long live the king. TX

Whoever I knew listening to this couldn't believe his voice in 70. I assure you NO ONE could ever duplicate his voice. Ahahaha 😀. Love this song. He was on a PBS music show not too long ago sounds the same!

Magical right? This is the music my generation first slow danced to. I send love to Motown and African American ❤❤❤❤❤R&B ftom this era. Please bring these voices back!!!!

Eddie Holman brings tears to my eyes mostly because of his beautiful voice and then because of the lyrics. I can empathize with her.

His live version on PBS is definitely worth watching. You won't be disappointed.

IT'S ALL IN THE GAME.... "beautifully" sung by Eddie Holman.....a must listen for the 2 💘 birds.... Shawn and Mel

Songfact: Eddie didn't want to record this song, but did so after being pressured by his wife, who was also his producer. This was Holman's only Top 40 hit. He switched styles and moved to his own gospel label as this was climbing the charts. I love this song to pieces. Such a great, great voice!!!!!!

One of the best old school songs ever!!!! Always am thrilled to the core by it😻🥰♥️😎

I love it when you young-uns (LOL! I'm 67) latch onto these songs, make them your own and react the same way we reacted when we first heard them. Sho' you right!

Wish we still had music and voices like this.

Eddie's falsetto voice is absolutely dreamy. Nearly every Soul/ R&B group had a falsetto. Philip Bailey of Earth Wind and Fire has one of the best.Check out Devition, Reasons, His solo I know and Trapped. Also go way back to Ted Taylor Be Ever Wonderful 1963 version.

You definitely need a listen to Bloodstone - Natural High. It won't disappoint.

A few years ago Eddie appeared on the PBS television reunion special - live. He brought down the house with this number !!!!

Hey Guys, Please start having MOTOWN monday. I'll be right here with you. And so will everybody else. Bless You.

Eddie's voice will give you chills ❤

This song is looked over way too often. Love this song!!

I grew up with this song on the radio, still remember all the words. What a classic! 😁❤️

I was 9 when I first heard this song. And, out of all the great songs of the 60s, this was my favorite. Then PBS had a Music Special around 2013. Of all the best songs done by the original artists, Eddie Holman took the stage and sang this song. Everybody's jaw dropped when he sounded the same as he did in 1969. Now that's a singer !

He was eventually known as the reverend Eddie Holman...He could hit those beautiful high notes over 40 years after this song came out in 1970...excellent reaction, guys...great stuff...

That falsetto...yes he paved the way for Barry Gibb and many 70's ,R&B singers. Also shout out to the Delfonics!!!

I was in high school when this came out and it was sooo romantic to me, it just swept my heart away. It's wonderful to hear it again and see your reaction. Thank you!

I suggest you guys react to Aaron Neville- “Tell It Like It Is”.

OMG Sweet Memories!!!

I grew up listening to this kind of music in San Francisco, in the 60,s, L still have alot 45's and L P albums,great music...👍😷

Yes, Yes ,Yes guys.You got a real one here.I bought this 45 with my last 50 cents as a teenager and wore it out.Still love this song at age 66.Great slow dance song. Loved your reaction.

I was 7-8 years old when this song was a hit (came out late in 1969 and charted through early 1970) and his voice blew me away then. Nice to see y'all reacting to this song. Brings me way back.

Such a powerful song that still amazes me today. I was a young kid when this song came out. Very powerful voice!

i was 12 when this song popped up, i was mesmerised then as now.

A lot of not well remember but wonderful songs from the late 60’s - early 70’s with this style. Check out The Stylistics - I’m Stone in Love with You; Oh Girl & Have You Seen Her by The Chi-Lites; Kiss and Say Goodbye & Shining Star by The Manhattans; Love on a Two-Street by The Moments. And there’s so many more!

One of my favorites from that era. Just a lovely voice and a sweet, lovely sentiment. Try Mel Carter doing "Hold Me, Kiss Me, Thrill Me", Tommy Edwards doing "All In The Game", Smokey Robinson doing "Ooh Baby Baby", and of course, Sam Cooke doing "You Send Me". For Sam, try the live black and white version from the old American Bandstand with Dick Clarke.

This song came out when I was a young girl. It still gives me tears when I hear it.

My cousin had the 45 and we would sit around and play cards listening to records and I absolutely loved loved this song. The 60s and 70s flew past me but I remember all of the songs. I am so glad to be sharing my music with a different generation. It makes my heart fell good to see you acting the way I did... chills and all.

Welcome to our 60’s world!❤

WOW, WOW, WOW, I WAS 16 AND ME AND MY GIRLFREIND USE TO LOVE THIS SONG. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR PLAYING IT.

Hug each other and slow dance tightly together. That is what this music is for....

I love when you start a song over, it shows so much appreciation for the song (whatever song it may be). Thank you.😎😎😎😎

the musical score fits so beautifully with his voice I believe thats, what gets my goose bumps goin, seriously

Sean and Mel thank you for reacting to this song I had not heard it in such a long time I love your reactions man priceless keep it up and here are some suggestions kind of like this song. Sweet baby by George Duke, Kiss and say Goodbye by the Manhattans, You make me feel brand new and Stone cold in love with you both songs by the stylistics.

52 years later I still love the song. Was a big hit in 70. There will only be one Eddy Holman. Minnie Ripperton, Janis Joplin and Joe Cocker, the mold is broken!!!

Love Eddie Holman's voice, love this song! Loved your reaction to this song!

omg - I haven't heard or thought about this song in years! and I still know all the words

this is why i love 70's Soul/'R&B ,,it was the best,

Shawn and Mel, I have been enjoying reaction videos for about a year now, and I would like to compliment the two of you for the fabulous content that you have on your channel. While most reactors seem to all use the same songs within days or weeks of each other, you folks treat us to an amazing variety of musical styles, eras and genres that simply is not found on other channels. From the Fabulous 50s to the soulful 60s, disco 70s and more....the variety and quality of your selections is head and shoulders above most of the folks who are doing reactions. Thank you so much for entertaining us with your great taste in music!

Great song! How many people do you think fell in love listening to this song? Probably millions. How could you not?

If you love this, you'll also love the Stylistics and Chi-Lites, and many more great groups of the 70's.

This is music that I grew up with….Soul Music, and it is OUTSTANDING!! ❤ (grew up in Oakland) Btw, search for this same guy/same song when he got older, like around 60s or 70s…..he STILL SOUNDS JUST LIKE THIS!

I haven't heard that in decades! I remember how it touched the hearts of everyone. Great!

I love you both for the response to this song its been a favorite song of mine since I was 17 years old. Even though it came out when I was a baby . Thank you for sharing this song and the same experience I had when I first heard this amazing song.

Thank God I had older sister's they played all the good Songs and this was one I couldn't get enough of, his voice got me ♥️

I was a senior in high school and my boyfriend was in Vietnam, I'll never forget the music from that year.

wow...almost forgot how much I loved that one

This was my favorite songs as a young girl, I'm 58 now and my 22 years old daughters lives it too . Thank u beautiful people.

This song, this song 🎵 Brings back so many memories. Love ❤️ it. His Voice says it all.

LOVED this song! Sang this every time I felt lonely, still love it to this day.🌹🌹

I saw this , and said Oh yeah 👍. Great, great job . Winner.

Another childhood fave!

Man I haven't heard this song in a minute...Eddie did his thing on this one.. I wish I could sing this like he did, but my voice doesn't go that high lol.. New Edition did this song back in the 80s with Ricky singing lead, and he did this song justice....this is a classic for sure

It came out in 1969. You guys are great to watch. Glad to see such young people appreciating the music back in the day. The classics will never be out done. Enjoy you guys very much. Peace out. PS: Listen too... Me and Misses Jones, one of my favorite songs.

Look up the Live version from 2012..Jaw Dropping performance. Man still had it 43 yrs later .whoa!!

You gotta check out Russell Tomkins, Jr from The Stylistics - he has vocals like this too.

You my young man are such a sweetie. You won’t be lonely again, very lucky Mel. He is lucky too! ❤️🇦🇺

Great, great reaction❤❤❤❤❤❤ I thought I was the only other person that knew this song. Great request!!!!!

I love you two! Yes, it was different back then, it wasn't an issue to be ridiculously vulnerable and show ultimate respect. Lord have mercy we need that back...NOW!!

LOVE It...so glad you guys are digging into some of the old soul classics, your reactions are making my day ...keep digging you will absolutely love it.

I fell in love with this song when "I" was a younger lonely girl! Unfortunately, I never found "My" lonely boy! I'm so happy that you two found and still have that love!! ❤❤

I just seen this on PBS television. Seen it when it first aired too. I grew up listening to this song and it made me cry listening again. I find out later you guys did the reaction on it a year ago. Smh. I missed it. Dang. I'll watch tonight. He was great!!!

You need to hear him on public tv like the diamonds and he sounds phenomenal 45 or so years later!!!

Fantastic song. Better voice., Such memories from back in the day.

man, you play the first few measures and you knew already. I,ll never forget this song.

That was his big hit. He never topped it. Just enjoy. I love it!

Try that Eddie Holman “Hey There Lonely Girl” live and check the audience response..

I love you too and your reaction. Such a fabulous song! 1969 soul!

I enjoy your reaction to good music, you put smile on my face .💕💕you guys just make us happy the way you express your love. 🖤💚💛one love.

Eddie Holman was a member of The Delfonics and a member of The Stylistics, a great singer.

The old skool r and b hit different. No disrespect to any other beautiful genres but funk and r and b set a mood like no other music on the planet. Kept a baby in a belly.f

His voice is so perfect...

This dude's voice is fire! I still can't wait till y'all hear Lui Christie's voice on the gypsy cried. Or two faces have I.

This was one of my top 10 slow songs when I was in high school. I graduated in 1977

OK I didn't know it came out in 69 WOW!!! I bless this world in 1974 LOL it's my favorite

OMG another great hit of the 70's!!!

This is one of my all time favorite songs, it’s #1 on my oldies playlist

Ya, that's what he says to all the single ladies. What a line. I gotta love it.

If u like this style, may I recommend, The Stylistics and there big hit "You are everything". Also were you guys holding hands? you guys are very lovey dovey, which is lovely to see 😍 Once again love your selection/mix, perfect!

Tonight's list of songs without standing. They were all smashes and I enjoyed everyone and you reactions and comments

I love you two ❤️ your reactions are amazing 👏 💖 ❤️ 💕