Celeb Was SHOCKED When She HEARD ICONIC Hit Was ABOUT Her-40 Years After it Was #1-Professor of Rock

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Neil Diamond was a shy kid who got mixed up with a rough crowd, and came dangerously close to being shot in the left eye during a street fight. He quit the gang after that and had to choose between a guitar and a sword… You see he was a master at fencing, winning nationals and earning a scholarship to NYU… Then he dropped out of college to pursue his real dream of being a singer/ songwriter- living below the poverty level for years. making it on 35 cents a day. But he persevered… one day he saw a picture of a girl. It was on the cover of a magazine and a song title came into his head.He tucked it away… One night he was writing a song he knew would be big but he needed a 3 syllable girl’s name and he remembered the magazine. the 60s and 70s classic Sweet Caroline was born! and he wrote it in minutes… it became a singalong classic. the 3 syllable girl’s name would become one of the most popular baby names of the next few decades and fans would add their own lyrics to the song including good times never seemed so Good… so good…so good. so good and bum bum bum making it one of the greatest participation songs ever. The story is coming up next!
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“I have always felt that I have been unworthy of whatever I have received.” That is a quote from one of the most humble superstars of the Rock Era…..the incomparable…Neil Diamond. His magnificent career highlights include selling more than 130 million units, 10 #1 singles, Grammy Awards, a Golden Globe Award, an Academy Award nomination, inductions into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, the Rock N’ Roll Hall of Fame, and an Kennedy Center Honoree, has not taken him away from his humble roots….a shy boy from Brooklyn, New York, who did it all for his deep love of music.
The powerful art form that can shape culture, unite people, and elevate humanity to exhilarating heights. Neil did it better than anyone, especially creating the ultimate “feel good” masterpiece……”Sweet Caroline.” The song came from a picture on the cover of a magazine and the person who inspired the title Sweet Caroline wouldn’t find out the song was about her until decades after it was a hit because the singer thought it might embarrass her.
Born & raised in New York City, Neil Leslie Diamond was an extremely insecure, awkward lad. He changed schools NINE times as a boy, and had a tough time making friends. Instead of playing with other kids, Neil withdrew to his own fantasy world- inventing imaginary characters. He loved movies with singing cowboys- like Roy Rogers & Gene Autry.
Neil broke out of his shell as a teenager, and got mixed up with a rough crowd. On the weekends he got into scraps with rival gangs. He quit the gang after his one and only street fight when he was shot just below his left eye...

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@ProfessorofRock Жыл бұрын

Poll: What is your pick for the GREATEST Singalong of all time?

@catherine6653 Жыл бұрын

Hey Jude, The Beatles I Can See Clearly Now, Johnny Nash

@DC8091 Жыл бұрын

Cherry Pie - Warrant (Whether they admit it or not, ever male & cool female between 25-60yo knows every word to that song, ‘deed Prof that’d make a helluva video!)

@christineml1476 Жыл бұрын

I'm going with Neil and "Girl, You'll Be a Woman Soon". Love, love, love this song.

@JukeboxBalowski Жыл бұрын

"My Ding-A-Ling" by Chuck Berry. And for those of you who will not sing, you must be playing with your own Ding-A-Ling.

@freezer8530 Жыл бұрын

"We Are The Champions" - Queen.

@carolchinquina4962 Жыл бұрын

Warning: Long Post: Watching this clip, literally brought tears to my eyes and I’ll tell you why. Neil Diamond was my mother’s absolute favorite singer of all time. Growing up I think I heard every Neil Diamond album from beginning to end so many times I’ve lost count and not just because she was playing them but because I loved his music as well. To this day every time I hear one of his songs my childhood comes flooding back, her love for him comes flooding back.. Case in point: we had a bowling alley not far from our house that we all bowled at. I can remember that it took exactly one playing of Cracklin’ Rosie to get from our driveway to the bowling alley parking lot if we did not catch the traffic light. For some reason that song seemed to be playing on the radio just about every time we went to the bowling alley together, and we used to make a contest out of it. Anyway, I’m getting off track. The reason this clip brought tears to my eyes, is not necessarily of the song, but because of those memories. One of my most cherished memories is of the time took place in 1987 when I got to take my mom to a Neil Diamond concert. I remember the day the tickets were going on sale was the same day that Michael Jackson tickets were going on sale. In the mid-80s I used to work for a record store that had a BASS Ticket outlet so we often got first pick when tickets would go on sale (shhh, we weren’t supposed to do that. Don’t tell anyone). At that time I wasn’t working there anymore though and I was so anxious about how I was going to get tickets the first day they went on sale because I wanted to get the best seats. Luckily, I had a very good friend, who is still my friend to this day, break the rules and sneak me a couple of tickets before the massive mob of MJ fans came storming into the store. I came to the store shortly thereafter and the store was absolutely mobbed!!! , My friend came to the front of the store with the biggest smile on her face because she was able to get us two FRONT ROW seats to the show!!! Now fast forward to the day of the concert. My mom was so excited!!! The show was amazing and watching her during the show with the biggest smile on her face is, to this day, one of my fondest memories in my life. I don’t know that I’ve ever seen her as happy as she was at that moment. It was just pure joy!! Fast forward again from 1987 to 2016 when sadly, I lost my mother to cancer. A few days after she passed, I was going through her things and I came across a jewelry box of hers. This jewelry box had a little drawer at the bottom of it where, along with my father’s driver’s license (who had passed away 13 years prior) was the ticket stub for that show. My heart just exploded! Over the years I’ve had a lot of awesome concert experiences and because of some of the connections I had while working at the record store and fan club access I have had the opportunity to meet a few artists including my personal Idols Ann and Nancy Wilson. I’ve met them a total of seven times, and I have never been able to form a coherent sentence to them. But that night, watching her with such joy on her face, is a moment that surpasses even that. I’m sorry for rambling on but after watching your segments for a while now, hearing about how much music touched you growing up, I thought you and maybe even some of your followers might like to hear that story. Three chords and the truth my friend!!

@dnellbuck1896 Жыл бұрын

Such a sweet story. Thank you for sharing.

@disneylana Жыл бұрын

I Loved Your story. My daughter Stacie took me to see BON JOVI, while she was at the University of Washington. Stacie passed away recently and I have that wonderful memory that makes me cry and smile when ever I hear BON JOVI.

@Collette-vh8ym Жыл бұрын

What a heart warming story! So glad you had that opportunity with your momma ❤.

@johngilbert9420 Жыл бұрын

I am with u....my mom's favorite. I went to see the Jazz Singer with her because my dad woukd not go

@lindagarcia8826 Жыл бұрын

Hi Carol Thanks for sharing I enjoyed the read. God bless you.

@jameswoodruff7182 Жыл бұрын

You either love Neil Diamond, or you are lying. His voice is captivating. And you Always find yourself singing along. Even when you think you don’t feel like it.

@ProfessorofRock Жыл бұрын

I feel the same way!

@judgedrekk2981 Жыл бұрын

there's 2 kinds of people in the world, those who like Neil Diamond and there's everyone else lolz I'm more of a punker, metalhead etc and even I like Neil Diamond....

@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 Жыл бұрын

He’s one of pop music’s everymen.

@TradMommy Жыл бұрын

I’m not lying, don’t love or hate just not my cup o’ tea or vibe.

@MsCadamia66 Жыл бұрын

ok,I am lying, not a fan

@Nora-ov2pq Жыл бұрын

You forgot to mention that Neil wrote several songs for the Monkees! Whenever I hear “I’m a Believer “ I can hear Neil singing it! That song is completely his style!

@tammylewis2408 Жыл бұрын

He did. Neil was making money off songwriting during the 60s; he was one of the Brill Building songwriters that had Carole King, Gerry Goffin, Ellie Greenwich, Jeff Barry, and Neil Sedaka, which wrote songs for the Monkees first two albums at the behest of Don Kirschner. "Solitary Man" was the first time people heard of him; it was first released in 1966 and didn't chart well, but was rereleased in 1970 following his success with Sweet Caroline and his label move from Bang to UNI/MCA.

@leejacoby5610 Жыл бұрын

Correct Neil Diamond's first number one hit was not sung by him, he wrote "I'm a believer" for the Monkees and it went to number one.... I did a biography on Neil Diamond back in highschool many years ago ....

@karencahill4798 4 ай бұрын

Glad you shared that. I also loved the Monkeys! ❤

@karencahill4798 4 ай бұрын

I absolutely enjoy your site. So unique, thorough. And we’ll done. While I was listening to Crosby, Sills and Nash my mom played Neil Diamond-and Peter, Paul and Mary I’m 68 now. Thanks mom.

@bildo1977 Жыл бұрын

My father played bass guitar for Neil Diamond. “Shiloh”, “Solitary Man”, and “The Boat That I Row” has my father on bass guitar. He was Neil’s first choice to tour with him, but my dad turned him down because he didn’t want to live on the road.

@maxwellspeedwell2585 Жыл бұрын

Your dad missed a big opportunity, but made the right decision. Life on the road is Tough(!) and anything but glamorous.

@stephenhanft1226 Жыл бұрын

Love Neil Diamond. He is one of my top 10-20 all-time favorites. I'm so glad you did another episode on him. It's been awhile. "Sweet Caroline" is a very special song to me. My mom and I were very close. Sadly, she died of cancer in 2001. My mom's name is Carolyn. She would always tell me that "Sweet Caroline" was her song. Back in the early 1990's, my favorite radio station, WCBS-Fm , was doing an all-request weekend. I told my mom that I was going to call and dedicate "Sweet Caroline" to her. She didn't believe I would be able to get through. I was determined. After an hour of busy signals, I finally got through to speak to one of their operators. I, then, told my mom that I got through and that her dedication would be played within the hour. So, my mom and I were listening to the radio and then the DJ, Dan Ingram, announces the dedication. He announces "Isn't this wonderful? This is from New Jersey. From Stephen to Mom, from Stephen to Mom (he said it twice). Then, Sweet Caroline played and we both sang along. It brings back great memories of my mom's favorite song. Even though she has been gone for over 20 years and I still miss her very much, to me, she will always be "Sweet Caroline".That was her song.

@ProfessorofRock Жыл бұрын

He's a brilliant performer!

@ralfklonowski3740 Жыл бұрын

Alovely story. Greetings from Germany!

@jesserussell7242 Жыл бұрын

I’m glad that you and your mom got a chance to listen to that song I think every woman whose name is Caroline Chad have that song at their dedication.

@andrewfischer8564 Жыл бұрын

i miss when cbs played that era of music

@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 Жыл бұрын

This is very touching and sweet, Stephen.

@BigAL68xyz Жыл бұрын

Even if Neil's music isn't your style, it's hard to deny he has one of the most beautiful voices in the industry. He also wrote three of my favorite Monkees songs.

@shack8110 11 ай бұрын

I knew he wrote I'm a Believer. I am unaware of the other 2( and I don't like to google information, I prefer to have people share it).

@liberalslayer9831 10 ай бұрын

@@shack8110 actually he wrote 4 songs for them. I'm a Believer; A little bit you, a little bit me; Look out, here comes tomorrow; Love to love.

@thack57 10 ай бұрын

@@shack8110especially with Google being one of the major censor-ing groups it's hard to know what is true and what isn't info that's been censored. They censoring is actually on par w/ Nazi Germny of the 1930s + esrly 40s.

@NeilPBrady 9 ай бұрын

thank you

@RC32Smiths01 Жыл бұрын

What a rollercoaster of a ride for Neil. From gangs, to fencing, to music. Always great to see musicians get to the top when they are due, and always a pleasure to hear the grand stories behind them. Cheers

@ProfessorofRock Жыл бұрын

CHeers my friend!

@RC32Smiths01 Жыл бұрын

@@ProfessorofRock Thank you!

@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 Жыл бұрын

He definitely saw a lot with the gangs. Cheers 🍻

@ryanedwards7487 Жыл бұрын

This song is really one of the fundamental touchstones of American rock music. Everyone, EVERYONE, starts moving when they hear that iconic opening. And everyone sings along at the chorus.

@ProfessorofRock Жыл бұрын

EVERYONE! Thanks Ryan!

@ryanedwards7487 Жыл бұрын

@@ProfessorofRock It's as true as "I've been inclined" to write this reply. I'm sure you can't even walk into a bar in any town in this country (I would really say all countries, except in some alcohol is illegal), get the bartender to play this song, and you'd see nearly every head bobbing right away and everyone at least mouthing the words.

@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 Жыл бұрын

Me and my family included.

@lilburro3 Жыл бұрын

I still play Neil for my mom who has dementia and it brings her right back every time. With a musician father we were surrounded by great music, but mom always played Neil so us kids also love Neil. Great artist, great episode professor!

@Sunny-jz3dy 11 ай бұрын

😁❤

@maxcactus7 Жыл бұрын

Neil Diamond is a genuine American treasure!! I remember seeing him in concert in the late 1980s in California and it was an utterly wonderful show!! It was a huge concert with > ten thousand in attendance. I was likely one of the youngest people there, everyone was having a GREAT time singing along to every song, no one was misbehaving and the memories are still vivid and cherished!

@markcatanzaro9699 Жыл бұрын

Dammit Adam! As a fan of the Red Sox, Neil Diamond, and YOU, Adam, this one utterly melted my cold, old, bitter, sinister heart ❤ be proud Adam- be proud of what you do- I know there are lots of us out here who love what you do

@ProfessorofRock Жыл бұрын

Thanks Mark!

@markcatanzaro9699 Жыл бұрын

@@ProfessorofRock you're very welcome my friend

@Hundmist Жыл бұрын

Fun fact- Neil and Barbra Streisand were a year apart in the same high school. Great to see Neil in concert a few times. A legend

@beyourself2444 Жыл бұрын

Everyone knows this

@gerryconstant4914 Жыл бұрын

I didn't know this but I remember them on the song You Don't Bring Me Flowers. I saw Neil in New Orleans in summer of 1971, one of the happiest years of my life, ay Loyola of NO Fieldhouse. Back when artist toured to sell records, the tickets cost $5, & not gouge their fans..

@jackies961 Жыл бұрын

@@beyourself2444 I did not know this.

@mayaugust5777 Жыл бұрын

Isn't that cool ? To have known a superstar while you were youngsters .

@Captain_Hook Жыл бұрын

Neil Diamond was my first concert as a child. Now at the age of 51, I've seen him about 10 times in concert, and he never disappoints. When my son was 7 years old, Neil was his first concert. So glad he got to experience a master performer before he was forced to retire. Thank you Neil for all the memories you have brought to generations!

@thermalreboot Жыл бұрын

I grew up in the 70's, arguably the greatest decade of music in human history. Neil Diamond was a staple on the radio and a big part of the musical tapestry of my life.

@Dude_Slick Жыл бұрын

I almost agree with that. I would say the late 70s/early 80s was the best. That being said, my favorite Neil Diamond song is Longfellow Serenade from 74. I was 12.

@photonotavailable7936 9 ай бұрын

‘60s.

@demetriuscooksey7147 Жыл бұрын

I grew up listening to Neil Diamond, and I absolutely love his music. There's a unique tenor to his voice that is beyond description. And he has a way of infusing good vibes into your very soul.

@tjroicub6079 Жыл бұрын

Lifelong Boston Red Sox fan. 7th inning stretch, SweetCaroline; incredible fan vibe. Neil Diamond singing Sweet Caroline in Fenway on 4/20/2013 after the marathon bombing was truly awe inspiring.

@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 Жыл бұрын

I’ve seen aplenty!

@JPMJPM Жыл бұрын

How did that tradition begin?

@karencahill4798 4 ай бұрын

Yes! I love Neil Diamond. My mom played his albums all the time. I’m now 68, mom is gone but Neil Diamond goes on. 👍

@annika_panicka Жыл бұрын

Neil's generosity following the Boston Marathon bombing of 2013 reflects what a mensch he is, and I loved the "Hands washing hands" PSA video he released toward the beginning of the pandemic. He's a gem. 💎 Despite his having Parkinson's, he maintains his sense of humor. (He was hilarious in "Saving Silverman.") I hope the love and positive energy from millions of fans around the world (and-of course-that of his family and friends) help him deal with the challenges he is facing. The man is a legend, and even though he's an honorary Bostonian and lives in California, we New Yorkers consider him one of the best things to have originated in our city. 🗽

@nicolecunningham9350 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for mentioning the Hands Washing Hands PSA. I came here to make sure someone did. I had no idea he had Parkinson’s when I originally watched it. I hope that means it’s progressing slowly for him. He really is an American treasure.

@annika_panicka Жыл бұрын

@@nicolecunningham9350 🥰 It was one of the highlights of lock down (and an important message). I don't know how aggressively the Parkinsons has affected the man, the icon, but from what little I've seen, he seems to be dealing with it in good spirits. I think he's achieved a sort of Zen or stability at this point in his life, and he's always had a great sense of humor.

@rogerbackstrom8570 Жыл бұрын

Neil's Hot August Night, in my opinion is the best live album... ever

@jafquist27 Жыл бұрын

A absolutely concur! I went looking for it, online, and could only find some "new'ish" reworked or remastered or fiddled-with version of it. I was, and am, pissed! I know every last nano second and sound of "Hot August Night" as it was originally released, and what I found during that online search was not it. Do you know anything about that?

@rogerbackstrom8570 Жыл бұрын

@jafquist27 I had to digitalize one of my vinyl copies back in the day. Spotify has it with some additional songs that is good so I made a play list that exactly matches the album. I listen to Hot August Night frequently and probably like you know every song, word, phrase, pause , and musical lick.

@jafquist27 Жыл бұрын

@@rogerbackstrom8570 Thank you for replying. Hot August Night is a HUGE part of my childhood. Without going too far into things, I will say, Dad was always "Good Dad" when HAN was spinning on the turntable. Those memories are beyond precious to me.

@dennistrull1475 Жыл бұрын

@@jafquist27 still with me tree people 🙂

@jafquist27 Жыл бұрын

@@dennistrull1475 That's what I'm talkin' about! You made my day!

@evileyes4070 Жыл бұрын

Lot of people don't realise Red Red Wine was Neil. Most people think is UB40

@ProfessorofRock Жыл бұрын

True!

@RBS_ Жыл бұрын

...Oh, I knew! ....I was One of those, "...read the labels...' Record collectors! ....was tellin' everyone, even in 1984!

@spb141414 Жыл бұрын

Same with the monkeys I'm a believer.

@Frankie5Angels150 Жыл бұрын

Neil Diamond wrote, "I'm a Believer," "Lookout, Here Comes Tomorrow," "A Little Bit Me, A Little Bit You," and "Love to Love” for the Monkees.

@michaelrochester48 Жыл бұрын

@@spb141414 But the Monkees released as a single and Neil diamond did not

@Doadab13 Жыл бұрын

I’m a ac/dc fan . Grew up on Neil diamond, sweet Caroline is played at the nfl draft every year. The crowd always sings the song. He’s one of the greatest ever. He’s affected 7 generations..

@tomheinle1049 Жыл бұрын

I can't think of one bad song by Neil Diamond. One of my favorite alums is the soundtrack to Jonathan Livingston Seagull. The music is such a beautiful fit to the story that you feel like the magic has come alive.

@danroyer4544 Жыл бұрын

I remember when that album came out & I would load it on my turn table, put my head set on & go to sleep listening to Neil sing out the songs. Great memories!

@Dude_Slick Жыл бұрын

I had that one. I was like 11 when the movie came out and I was obsessed with it.

@gryphonennis1002 Жыл бұрын

I play it almost every Sunday to this day. That album is so heartfelt and amazing. It transformed my life as a teenager.

@kellyhacker969 11 ай бұрын

That’s one of my favorite Neil Diamond albums and Skybird is one of my all time favorite Neil Diamond songs!

@JJ-ju6ky Жыл бұрын

One of the best channels on KZfaq. Gives me the American Top 40 AND the MTV vibes. So much nostalgia, and so mucn great musis. And, incredibly well-told stories. Great job, Adam!!

@ProfessorofRock Жыл бұрын

Thank you dearly!

@RBS_ Жыл бұрын

....as well as "Top 40 Videos", for us CHEAP folk! ...ha-HAA!!

@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 Жыл бұрын

Rock on!

@lindagraveline1040 Жыл бұрын

My Mom absolutely loved Neil Diamond. Her, my aunt and I went to a concert in 2018 in Toronto, Ontario. It was so wonderful. The crowd sang along to all the songs and yet his voice was so strong he could be easily be heard. Sadly that fall he cancelled his remaining tour dates. So grateful to have had the opportunity to see him with my Mom and her sister ❤

@stellashepherd3229 Жыл бұрын

Amazing how many of our mom’s loved him. 😊 He was definitely one of my mom’s favorite too. He cancelled the tour because of Parkinson’s right? Very sad.

@m.a.nugent8278 11 ай бұрын

Neil Diamond has been my favorite singer/songwriter since I first heard his music in the 60’s. What a voice; what a poet. Never heard a song of his that I didn’t enjoy! He’s the real deal!! My daughter and little granddaughter took me to see him in concert over 20 years ago for my birthday. What a showman! I was visiting them in Texas. What a special gift that was for me! Won’t ever forget it. It’s the only time I was able to see him in concert. I will pray for his health and we’ll-being! May God bless him always!!

@4Mr.Crowley2 Жыл бұрын

Wow, this is a beautiful story! That picture of Caroline in those young and happy days breaks my heart - she loved horses just like her excellent rider mother - Jackie was a fantastic rider.

@tinaheadrick536 Жыл бұрын

I grew up loving his music and thought it was so cool that he was Princess Diana’s very favorite singer.❤😊

@DianeLake-sw3ym Жыл бұрын

Oh, Sweet Caroline. My mother loved that song. In 2014 she was in her last hours at the hospice and her family including my adult daughter were at her bedside. My one sister was a nurse and we knew that one of the last things to go is hearing. So, my daughter pulled out her phone and played several of her favorite songs that were popular in the 70s. But, we played Sweet Caroline several times and even sung it around her bed. While she was unable to respond we knew she heard it and heard us because her face relaxed a little. Instead of tears she went with that song playing and her kids around her singing the chorus - somewhat quiet as not to disturb the other patients in the ward. And it was one of the songs played at her funeral. We did not play that draggy music. We had french songs - she was from France - and her favorite songs from the radio. Instead of the usual funeral fare instead we all got up and spoke of fond memories and funny stories. When everything was over we felt from the last hours through her funeral she had quite the send off and we knew an off beat service and music was more to her liking then the boring, droning and depressing service. Sweet Caroline will forever now be a sweet favorite for me -

@brentcox7772 Жыл бұрын

Such a great story and song Professor!! Saw him in ‘78! Put on one of the best shows I’ve ever seen!! So talented! “Cherry Cherry” is my favorite!!🤘🔥

@ProfessorofRock Жыл бұрын

One of the best live acts for sure! Thanks Brent.

@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 Жыл бұрын

Love Cherry Cherry.

@user-kcrpine Жыл бұрын

Cherry baby!

@jeffreysalomone6354 Жыл бұрын

I grew up listening to Neil Diamond-- he was one of my mother's favorites, and soon became one of mine. This is a wonderful backstory about a well known song. Thanks, again, Professor, for doing the artist, as his songs, justice.!

@Girlyfish66 Жыл бұрын

People may dispute Sweet Caroline being the best sing-a-long song but everyone agrees, it's SO GOOD! 🤩

@kathyd1010 Жыл бұрын

So good! So good!

@dalehelmstead2306 Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for highlighting Neil Diamond. He has always been mesmerizing to me. His writing style, his stage style, his studio style - all amazing. And, through his willingness to thrust himself into awkward situations, he gained a wide fan base for himself. Neil is one of those rare artists that, even though Mega-Stardom, stayed true to his craft. His artwork was never about money or fame. It was only about expression. And that sets him apart from other artists of his time. A true legend. A guilty pleasure for a hard rocker, for sure! I learned a lot from this one, Adam! Thanks

@catherine6653 Жыл бұрын

I ❤ Niel Diamond songs! My younger sister's name is Caroline. I adore Song Sung Blue. As a piano student, I learned the melody of this song is Mozart piano concert #21. Neil added the lyrics. My piano teacher when I was a kid was teaching me some Mozart songs, and I told her " This is a Neil Diamond song! She laughed and said "Mozart composed the melody.

@ProfessorofRock Жыл бұрын

Thanks Catherine. YOu always have such fun stories!

@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 Жыл бұрын

Catherine and Caroline. How precious. Reminds me of the myriad of songs based on the Pachelbel Canon.

@catherine6653 Жыл бұрын

@@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 😊

@bobdavis4848 Жыл бұрын

Nice story, Catherine! His first name is spelled "Neil." "Song Sung Blue" was inspired by the second movement of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's "Piano Concerto #21," not "Piano Concert #2." How do you like Altered Images' cover version of "Song Sung Blue"?

@catherine6653 Жыл бұрын

@@bobdavis4848 Thanks, I edited the comment. I tend to spell names wrong.

@angelstarrynight Жыл бұрын

What a great video professor. As a kid my mom loved Neil Diamond and would play his albums all the time. I knew just about every word to every song. I was mostly into classic rock and 80's metal later on. One year my dad had bought my mom tickets to see his concert and I went too. One of the best shows i ever saw. He sounded fantastic!

@janiephillips4842 Жыл бұрын

Adam you are the absolute best. Your knowledge of music can't be beat by anyone. I'm so glad I found you. You work so hard for us, but I know you love what you're doing. I think Neil Diamond was a wonderful singer. There are so many of his songs that I love 💕 Keep up the great work, you're remarkable.♥️🌹💖💐💞

@pamsanderson1177 Жыл бұрын

His catalog of music is the story of my life. He’s always been there every step of the way. Thank you Mr. Diamond

@Fakeaorta Жыл бұрын

Neil Diamond is a true national treasure! Great video and stories as usual Adam!

@ProfessorofRock Жыл бұрын

Thanks my friend!

@crabbygrrl Жыл бұрын

A couple of weeks ago I joined other mourners in singing Sweet Caroline In honor of the lovely elderly man and lifetime Red Sox fan who had passed away a few days before. The minister said it was the first time he'd ever led people in a funeral parlor in singing Neil's classic song. It reminded us of what a wonderful man we had lost and allowed us to celebrate his life and spirit.

@denisewildfortune4058 Жыл бұрын

I was collecting Neil's albums as a teenager and only learned who Sweet Caroline was today! I loved Neils the backstory also! Thanks, Professor!

@PaulSteinmayer Жыл бұрын

One of the greatest songs by one of the greatest songwriters of all time! I saw Neil in concert for the very first time in 2012, and he was absolutely incredible... one of the best concerts I've seen!!!

@buddrud Жыл бұрын

I saw Neil 3 times over the years with my Mother. She adored him and his music. When she started losing her memory it was rough. Even rougher through the Pandemic. During that time I made a playlist of Neil on my phone. To keep her from getting too bored I'd take her for a ride down a bunch of back in and around Tallahassee, Florida where we live. She loved hearing those songs, especially Sweet Caroline, I Am, I Said, and Soolaimon. She finally passed away in March this year. I still listen to that playlist now and again and think of her. Thanks for sharing this one Prof.

@paulwood5803 Жыл бұрын

Love Neil Diamond, so many great sing along songs and one of the best live albums of all time in Hot August Night. He is regularly on my playlist and never fails to brighten my mood if I need it. I woould have to say Neil diamond, Billy Joel and Bob Seger are an iconic American trio of singer/songwriters and I love them all.

@Zippy-I-O Жыл бұрын

Mom was a Child Protégé Pianist with a seriously infinite-seeming repertoire and though she loved many musicians and artists; she simply adored Neil Diamond's Song Sung Blue and Sweet Caroline...Can still hear her singing everywhere and playing Piano at every opportunity possible with or without harmonica. Thanks for this memory today...With Mother's Day coming it's wonderful to think of Mom now gone and always missed as my siblings and my Mom/BFF.

@danielnelson2820 Жыл бұрын

Love, Love. LOVE Neil Diamond! My wife have seen him at least seven times live. An amazing entertainer, singer, and songwriter! So many classic songs!! Would love more episodes about Neil's songs. Thanks for another amazing episode!

@Mom1Kids5 Жыл бұрын

When I think of Neil Diamond, the song ''Heartlight'' comes to mind. It's my favorite from him. I'm surprised it wasn't mentioned as it charted rather well, #5 on the US Billboard Top 100.

@bobdavis4848 Жыл бұрын

Hi Jess, I know what you mean; it was on my commercial radio DJ playlist many times. There was also no reference to the #5 hit "Longfellow Serenade," but that didn't have the E.T. level connection of course.

@TheErik249 Жыл бұрын

Back in the early nineteen seventies, my mother would listen to Neil Diamond quite a bit. She turned me on to his great musical talent. My mother influenced me to admire quite a few musical artists. To include The Beatles, Elton John, and Barry Manilow. Thank you, Mom. RIP I love you!

@SRG558 Жыл бұрын

I saw Neil Diamond in concert at the Marriott Center on February 5, 1976 when I was a student at BYU. It was one of the best concerts I've ever been to. He was so personable with the crowd and such a nice person. I spent literally every single day of the entire 1969 summer swimming at my best friend's home pool. I'll never forget hearing Sweet Caroline on the radio every day, especially as I was half asleep laying out in the sun between dips in the pool. I was 15 and it was the summer before my freshman year in high school. After school started, I would find myself daydreaming in class, thinking of those wonderful summer days out by the pool listening to Sweet Caroline on the radio! It always brightens my day even now at the age of 69 when I think back of that time or hear the song on the radio. Thanks for the memories, Neil!

@brucesmith9206 Жыл бұрын

Neil Diamond started out as a Diamond in the rough and quickly became a very polished and loved Diamond. Thanks for this trip down memory lane.

@patrasnana5262 Жыл бұрын

I got to see Neil Diamond during his 50th anniversary tour in 2017, before his diagnosis. At 76 years of age, he danced around that stage, singing his heart out, for 2 hours with no break. Then he took a 10 minute break and came back to sing for another half hour. Truly a magnificent performance, I’m blessed to have been able to see him still in his prime. He was my first “favorite musician” as a kid in the 60’s, his music is the backdrop of my formative years. ❤️💎

@waynevia6976 Жыл бұрын

One of our greatest singers ever. He was great on the show mannix where he sang solitary man. Sweet Caroline is one of the best songs of all time.

@ProfessorofRock Жыл бұрын

For sure. Thanks Wayne!

@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 Жыл бұрын

Good call about Mannix.

@carlodave9 Жыл бұрын

Mannix? That takes me back to right before I was born.

@katebc9148 Жыл бұрын

Neil Diamond is an outstanding songwriter and musician. Wishing him a clean bill of health and the opportunity to continue to use his talents to enrich us through his musical gifts.

@Grnfinger Жыл бұрын

My mother was in love with Neil Diamond 💎 Grew up to all his hits and still when I hear his music I think of my mom.

@rosiewood6748 Жыл бұрын

Ahhh...Neil...one of my first loves in music. Even as a kid I recognized his genius. ❤️

@ladymarebear Жыл бұрын

I love Neil Diamond. He’s just fantastic- I’m really bummed I never got to see him live. One of my favorite movies- Beautiful Girls- plays tribute to Sweet Caroline wonderfully. I can’t think of a better singalong. ❤

@MsGbergh Жыл бұрын

When I heard he was doing a tour of the UK, in 2017, I felt I just HAD to get to a gig : reasoning that because of his age - he would not be touring much longer. I bought tickets for a friend and myself, and we spent 4 days at a hotel, to make it a mini-break. If my friend had not wanted to go, I'd have happily gone by myself, as I don't regard company as a necessity for going to watch a show - or for that matter staying at a hotel.

@yotefan2095 Жыл бұрын

Blessed to have seen him in concert. Such apart of our musical journey. He truly transcends in every way.

@EdConnelly8247 Жыл бұрын

Grew up singing Neil Diamond songs. I love what you do. This was great. Thanks.

@Devo_gx Жыл бұрын

Absolutely love Neil Diamond's music! We often had The Jazz Singer soundtrack playing on the turntable and about 10 years ago I finally saw the movie. I loved it as I loved the soundtrack.

@MsGbergh Жыл бұрын

The Jazz Singer is my favourite film, because it literally changed my life for the better! In November 1983, we started buying our first home. My husband suggested we wait 3 years before trying for a baby. After about a year, I felt broody, but felt I owed it to us, to be earning money towards the mortgage . (We both agreed I should leave my job if we had a baby.) The JS was on TV, in late December 1985. My husband noticed how I was gazing at the screen when 'Jess Robin' sees his baby son for the first time. That night was the first time we had sex without using any contraception. It took me just over a year to conceive - but our daughter was well worth the trying!

@user-ed4fv9nd3b Жыл бұрын

Neil did not write "Sweet Caroline" after seeing a magazine with Caroline Kennedy on the cover. He has stated in numerous interviews that there never was a Caroline and that he simply needed a three syllable name. Then he gave a single interview where he stated that the song was about her and that was at the same time when she was considering running for office. He later recanted that statement.

@plasmocat1863 Жыл бұрын

I'm glad to hear this. Remembering the lyrics, I was creeping out a little at the thought.

@belle9438 Жыл бұрын

@@plasmocat1863 Love Neil Diamond but his You'll be a woman soon, creeps me out.

@tbeard9650 11 ай бұрын

@@belle9438 he was going to introduce her to his longfellow and then serenade her...

@kevincorbin6273 4 ай бұрын

It seems whenever I hear a Neil Diamond song there’s always a moment in time that’s been remembered, I am a fan

@judycook4314 Жыл бұрын

“Brooklyn Roads” and “Once in a While” are not often played but are two of my absolute favorites!

@gregm8522 Жыл бұрын

Brooklyn Roads is a masterpiece. It always stops me dead in my tracks and transports me to my room (in Detroit) 60 years ago. “Does he dream what I did As he stands by my window And looks out on those Brooklyn Roads”

@stevers9918 Жыл бұрын

Neil’s songs can be so uplifting (holy Holy) and he is THE singer songwriter. Seen him live probably 5 times and even seen Super Diamond (tribute band -SO FUN!) 7 times. Hot August night first time I heard that album gave me chills. Professor - this was a GREAT tribute.

@carolsayre7364 Жыл бұрын

Holly Holy is my favorite song by him.

@RinJERKS Жыл бұрын

One of your best, Adam! You mentioned several times how music transcends barriers and brings people together, something I believe. More proof of this is in his rendition of the Christmas classic, “Joy to the World” sung with a joyousness and reverence befitting such a song to Christians and Catholics. Neil, being raised in the Jewish faith and tradition, sang the song with such gusto…and nobody cared that it wasn’t celebrating his traditions. He stepped out of his cultural upbringing to put his heart into a Christmas song. If Neil Diamond’s music doesn’t touch your soul, then maybe one ought to question whether or not they’ve got one. Neil as a rare class act in a business sorely lacking class.

@robsteingruber9488 Жыл бұрын

It is a guilty pleasure to sing Sweet Caroline at a ball game. He really came into my consciousness in the early 80's at the time "The Jazz Singer" was on HBO. To this day "America" gives me goosebumps.

@ryno6101 Жыл бұрын

I’m 70 , so yes he is a favorite. Beatles pushed a lot of attention away from others during the 60’s❤

@rebelscumspeedshop Жыл бұрын

To those in the know " Hot Agust Night" is one of the best albums of all time.

@ProfessorofRock Жыл бұрын

Grew up on it!

@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 Жыл бұрын

Right!

@bobdavis4848 Жыл бұрын

"Hot August Night" and "Hot August Night II" are both excellent; a great showman!

@rebelscumspeedshop Жыл бұрын

@@ProfessorofRock Hot August Night was the bridge between me and my Dad. Old school mellow and I was rock and roll but both of us loved that album on long car trips.

@peachybrains4560 Жыл бұрын

He’s the best! He was my first ever concert in ‘92 with my parents . I saw him again in ‘05 with my parents. He’s definitely a bridge between myself and them, when we had little else musically in common.

@MikeB-1965 Жыл бұрын

Neil Diamond is a true legend in music. He's written so much beautiful music and entertained millions performing. I was introduced to his music in the early 70's because my mom was a big fan and I've been a fan since then as well. I remember being in 5/6th grade (1975/1976) choir singing his songs. This song inspired the name for one of my daughters (Caraline). I've had the pleasure of seeing him live a few times. The last time I saw him live, we took my 77 year-old handicapped mother-in-law because she too was a fan and it was the first concert she ever attended . Needless to say, she had the time of her life and, sadly, it was her only concert because she passed away a year or so later.

@lannyheinlen7022 3 ай бұрын

I have always loved Neil Diamond. His music touches every fiber of my being.

@graysonbr Жыл бұрын

So I went to look this up. Neil was 9th on the list of all time albums sold by a male artist, just behind Eminem at 8th and in front of Kenny Rogers at 10th. That's amazing!

@ProfessorofRock Жыл бұрын

Amazing!

@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 Жыл бұрын

Kenny Rogers? Shocking.

@sweetcaroline2060 Жыл бұрын

@@ProfessorofRock "Hot August Night" has to be right up there as far as kick-ass albums go, or maybe I'm just prejudice because I'm a great lover of Neil Diamond. Rock on, Professor!❤

@lfd_eng9219 Жыл бұрын

Any time I need reassurance that my mom and dad are watching over me from above...I pull out some Neil Diamond, Frank Sinatra, or Dean Martin...the voices and music just bring them back a little closer. Thanks for this one Adam. Neil has a voice and a writing talent that are just amazing. Have a great week!!!

@ProfessorofRock Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing. Having lost my dad I know what you mean! Peace to you!

@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 Жыл бұрын

For my grandparents, it’s the Impressions and the Platters.

@rebekahcuriel-alessi2239 Жыл бұрын

I just began to listen to your wonderfully woven stories and am stunned!! Bravo!!

@rb-pk8ds Жыл бұрын

I got invited to a Neil Diamond concert in the late 70's .. I was reluctant, I thought it was going to be all "we're coming to America" and "you don't bring me flowers" & whatever. But I went and it was THE BEST CONCERT EVER!!!! He just wandered out, climbed up on the piano & sang for over 2 hours .. songs you could sing along, songs you'd totally forgot he'd done ... he was hoarse by the end and finished with an encore of Sweet Caroline. Just Awesome.

@jillwklausen Жыл бұрын

So weird thinking of Neil Diamond being in a street gang. It's inspirational to know one can overcome so much adversity. I saw him in concert once. When he performed "You Don't Bring Be Flowers," he had one of his backup singers do it with him, but he left her at her mic in the back and sang facing the audience, which I thought was weird and uncomfortable. His music is iconic though, that's for sure, and I'm glad I got to see him. Thanks for telling his back story, Adam. Have a great day.

@ProfessorofRock Жыл бұрын

Thanks Jill!

@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 Жыл бұрын

That is probably one of the most unlikely positions for the great musician.

@bobdavis4848 Жыл бұрын

@@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 Hi Lilly, sorry, but it seems you may have misunderstood Jill. Neil Diamond was not away in the back. He was up front singing facing the audience as usual, but he left his duet partner, one of his backup singers, in the back, not equally visible. I doubt he'd have done that if Barbra Streisand had joined him like she did on the recording.

@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 Жыл бұрын

@@bobdavis4848 Right, maybe my comment came across as vague?

@danoconnell1833 Жыл бұрын

Jill -- As a musician and performer for ~30 years, I can tell you that, well, sh*t happens on stage that you don't intend or don't realize in the moment. There are a hundred reasons a mistake like that could happen. You can bet he knew it was a mistake, and that it never happened again.

@Whisper_292 Жыл бұрын

Adam, you always seem to hit upon my absolute favorites. This is another one that was a huge part of my childhood.

@ProfessorofRock Жыл бұрын

Very cool!

@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 Жыл бұрын

Mine too! It makes you feel good.

@bostonvair Жыл бұрын

Awesome video, my friend. Longtime resident of the great city of Boston who knows very well this song's impact on Boston culture. Neil Diamond transcends genre and all definitions of "cool." Too many great, timeless songs to name. I'm 61 years old and the heyday of his career filled the airwaves of the formative years of my childhood.

@devodootie Жыл бұрын

My parents played this song over & over & over again. I grew to truly appreciate Neil Diamond's music thru my parents. 😊

@dgarve Жыл бұрын

That's amazing that Neil was on the NCAA-winning fencing team! The best part of a Neil concert was when he'd sing "America" with a giant flag behind him. Definitely an icon with multitudes of classics, and too bad he's no longer touring. The good news is that there's a superlative Neil cover band called "Super Diamond" (featuring Surreal Neil on lead vox). I saw them in NYC (20 years ago last week, in fact!) and they were fantastic and even came out as their own opening band doing originals (Tijuana Strip Club is what they called themselves that night, I believe). Neil is definitely a unique spirit who had a special salvation show. Have a good one! - Dave

@ProfessorofRock Жыл бұрын

I love that song.

@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 Жыл бұрын

Surreal Neil, wow!

@chuckrf1502 Жыл бұрын

Forever in Blue Jeans

@RobSullivan444 Жыл бұрын

It warms my heart to see a guy in a Def Leppard shirt speak so passionately about Neil Diamond. Such a phenomenal singer/songwriter.

@karenbricker4687 11 ай бұрын

I love everything I ever heard of his and have loved him ever since. He has given lots of soul to his songs. ❤❤❤

@GOTAisMe Жыл бұрын

Adam you've done it again. What a topic. Growing up my mother would play Done Too Soon and ask me to look up every name mentioned. The most difficult for me to find was Fannie Brice who is the second name Neil mentions. Once I found out about her I completely understood why Neil Diamond featured her in such a prominent position. It's an incredible song. Later Billy Joel would adopt the format in We Didn't Start the Fire but Done Too Soon was the original and still a tremendous listen

@hatchtambu Жыл бұрын

i remember this story very well, my father was andrew t. hatcher...the associate press secretary for j.f.k.. my father knew quite a few celebs from back then and occasionally, he would tell me stories about some of the things he experienced while working for the president. sweet caroline was a true favorite of mine on a.m. radio in the late 60's into the mid 70's. one of my older brothers, avaery went to the whitehouse school with caroline and they were good friends. i often look back to those days and i thank you again for doing the stories that you do. young folks of today simply have no clue about the great old days. again thank you professor.

@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 Жыл бұрын

That’s so cool!

@mfar3016 Жыл бұрын

I didn’t know much about his life, other that he’s from Brooklyn. I like his songs, but “coming to America” is my absolute favorite & gives me goosebumps whenever I hear it, decades later. Good video. He’s a gem. Wish I’d have gotten the opportunity to see him in concert.

@annmarieknapp2480 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Professor. From one to another, I tune in daily and share with my students at university. Thanks to you, they are learning about terrific music.

@qruqid Жыл бұрын

We went to Oktoberfest In Munich Germany in 2015 &2016 and they started playing Sweet Caroline ,hundreds of people were singing along in the Tent . was funny to me because I was just expecting Om-pah music .......this song and John Denver "take me home" fun times.

@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 Жыл бұрын

Oktoberfest is definitely on my bucket list of things to explore before I die.

@cahg3871 Жыл бұрын

I would of loved to experience that day in the beer tent!As the adopted son of a German immigrant,I know the importance of Octoberfest.Pop and I loved singing along while our steins were filled to the brim with a hardy lager.Sadly my wonderful father passed away in 2020 at 91 years young.He was a great singer,especially after a few steins had gone down.😂

@arustydodge2111 Жыл бұрын

Always a huge fan of Neil Diamond. From childhood through today! As a kid, with our Stromberg Hi Fi in the living room, Sweet Caroline and all of Neil’s songs and albums were stacked and played on the trurntable. See, My Mom’s name was Caroline🙏, and my Pop would play this for her. Later on, myself would play this and” Concrete Blonde’s, Caroline, a favorite of mine. My Mom and Dad have passed, but Sweet Caroline will live in my collection and in my heart and mind forever.🙏🙏🙏 Thank you, ADAM!😇

@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 Жыл бұрын

You are blessed.

@aprilmorris4588 Жыл бұрын

I lost a dear friend to COVID in 2021 and her husband's favorite song to sing to her was Sweet Caroline. I sent this to him in her honor today, so thanks, Adam. This was a great doc and that's nothing ND sings that I don't sing along with.

@gregm8522 Жыл бұрын

A truly wonderful tribute, Adam! Neil Diamond- a priceless American Treasure.

@kurttuchscherer7706 Жыл бұрын

I was in a casino recently when Sweet Caroline was playing. The looks I got when I let out a loud " BOM BOM BOM" were priceless. Even better, the next time it rolled around at least 20 other people joined in. Amazing how a casino in Quapaw OK. became the 7th inning stretch at Fenway Park in Boston.

@joestevens3348 Жыл бұрын

Niel Diamond's double album Hot August Night was my introduction when I was in high school. I played it so many times that I got memorise every word and would used imagine myself on that Greek Theatre stage singing to the tree people and then used to sleep with my headphones on listening to my music hero. Now years later I still remember the words and listen to it as much as possible.

@fshtank Жыл бұрын

Thank you for profiling Neil Diamond. Grew up in the 70s-80s listening to him on road trips with my family on 8-Track Tape. Hot August Nights FOREVER! Brings back memories.

@DavinDesborough Жыл бұрын

Lol, car rides with Hot August Nights on 8-track was my intro to him as well. Still like long drives to HAN to this day! 😁

@75RWM Жыл бұрын

Still have my 45 of "Thank The Lord For The Nighttime". Was in first year high school, heard it on the radio and soon ran out to buy it.

@rogerdeahl9629 Жыл бұрын

🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 First again. I broke the Matrix! 😅 Neil Diamond. Very sublime singer who found great success! Sweet Caroline. Great audience participation song. Love the chorus........ my college alma mater plays this song at all football games. Thousands of fans chanting back and forth. 🎉 Nice that Caroline Kennedy asked to present him atnthe Kennedy Center honors. Very serendipitous. And don't forget his hit (Coming to)America. Love that song. Thanks for this, Professor. Home run with this one today.

@ProfessorofRock Жыл бұрын

How'd you do it? America is a wonderful song. Thanks Roger

@rogerdeahl9629 Жыл бұрын

@@ProfessorofRock Told ya, I broke the Matrix! 🤣🤣🤣

@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 Жыл бұрын

I always grew up thinking the song was about Caroline Kennedy.

@Lam_3-22-23 Жыл бұрын

So difficult to imagine Neil Diamond as a gang member, almost comical. Sweet Caroline is such a standard. Give me Solitary Man as his best though. I was not a fan until I saw him live..what an entertainer.

@purplelove392 Жыл бұрын

The best I've ever seen live!

@ProfessorofRock Жыл бұрын

Pretty funny! He's a great entertainer for sure. Thank Marcus!

@ProfessorofRock Жыл бұрын

He's top 5 for sure.

@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 Жыл бұрын

I could imagine a Marvel comic story about him as a gang member.

@gioknows Жыл бұрын

That is my Mother's all time favorite song. I took fencing as an intramural sport when I was in University and maaaaaan is that a tough sport. What a song and such a great story. Neil Diamond...wow who doesn't love his music? Cheers from Ottawa, Canada 🍁

@gailabert7976 10 ай бұрын

Professor, love your channel, just discovered it! Your piece about Neil Diamond was so wonderful! He has played a huge role in my life. Being a big fan, I was so fortunate to be able to meet him when I was 15 (he was 30!) backstage at the Greek Theatre. My Dad, who took me and met him too, became a huge fan and Sweet Caroline was always his favorite. Thank you for bringing back such sweet memories. After seeing him in countless concerts, I am so glad I was able to see him on the 1st night of his last tour. What a show and what a showman! :-)

@ericbgordon1575 Жыл бұрын

I knew as soon as you mentioned his fencing studies that it could only be about Neil Diamond. Neil was my first mainstream pop hero. I heard his first 3 80s albums when I was three years old and was then introduced to whole portions of his classic material. When I learned of his training as a swordsman, it emphasized how and why he recorded a piece in 1977 titled "Dance of the Sabers". Part of how I relate to his music has to do with my own roots; my own father was a Brooklyn Jew (who taught me my first guitar chords). Before I saw real pictures of him, I deluded myself into thinking he must look like my dad - which he doesn't. I grew up with the *Hot August Night* performance of "Sweet Caroline" at the Greek Theater. Something about it satisfies me more than any other, including the original or any of the other live captures with the singalong parts (which sprang up after I was a child).

@ProfessorofRock Жыл бұрын

Very cool! Hot August Night! Great record Thanks Eric!

@ericbgordon1575 Жыл бұрын

Gladly, Adam.

@dangreene3895 Жыл бұрын

I graduated from high school in 73 the other kids made fun of me because I liked Neil Diamond more than Black Sabbath

@ericbgordon1575 Жыл бұрын

I went through the same thing as a teen in the 90s,@@dangreene3895.

@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 Жыл бұрын

It’s pretty wild for me to imagine Neil Diamond, of all people, as a sword fighter.

@cherriehearn6950 Жыл бұрын

My favorite song by him is "Cherry Cherry" , goes good with my name 🍒

@ProfessorofRock Жыл бұрын

Yes it does! Thanks for watching!

@kimpossiblemonacelli1276 Жыл бұрын

Hey Cherrie, Have you ever heard the song nervous alibi by the outfield it has your name in it it’s awesome song check it out

@cherriehearn6950 Жыл бұрын

@@kimpossiblemonacelli1276 just went and listened to it. Bit slow for my taste. It also sounds like his cherry wasn't nice.

@kimpossiblemonacelli1276 Жыл бұрын

@@cherriehearn6950 lol yeah it’s slow The lyrical content in the way Tony things that though it’s beautiful he’s such a great singer and yes it sounds like she wasn’t a nice girl lol

@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 Жыл бұрын

Short for Cheryl? 😊

@omarvasquez445 Жыл бұрын

Love me some Neil D... I can listen to 20 straight Neil Diamond songs without changing or skipping to the next. 🎙🎸🎶

@terryhart4090 Жыл бұрын

This guy is the BEST EVER, followed him since 1967, paid way to much (scalper) on occasion just to see him in concert. Was blessed to see him for his 50th (and sadly last) concert tour, my wife and kids allowed that happen.