First Time Hearing Doobie Brothers' Classic: 'What a Fool Believes'

First Time Hearing Doobie Brothers' Classic: 'What a Fool Believes' | Fool Me Once, Shame on You

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Today, we're diving into the soulful sounds of the Doobie Brothers' "What a Fool Believes." Written by the legendary Michael McDonald and Kenny Loggins, this track topped the Billboard Hot 100 in 1979 and snagged two Grammy Awards.
The lyrics tell a relatable tale of a man trying to reignite an old flame, only to discover it was never really there. It's a heartbreaking story that hits close to home for many of us.
As we bob our heads to the infectious beat, we can't help but appreciate the timeless appeal of this classic tune. Join us on this journey down memory lane as we react to one of the greatest songs of all time!

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@thisisitreactions 3 ай бұрын

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@kellypullen9722 Жыл бұрын

I totally have to disagree that the Doobie Brothers are nothing without Michael MacDonald. They were always an awesome band, and they were even more awesomer when Michael McDonald came along

@Hardcorerado 2 күн бұрын

The Doobies had several hits before Michael McDonald came in after Tom Johnston’s hiatus. MM added another dimension to their sound, but to say they were nothing without them is an opinion born of ignorance about the band.

@richardjimenez7467 Жыл бұрын

The Doobies actually were a hit before Michael. Very different sound. Michael brought soul!

@tomcurtis8431 11 ай бұрын

I’m 67 and a huge fan of The Doobie Brothers and even though this is my favorite song of theirs if I had number 2 through number 10 favorite of theirs they were all early Doobie Brothers prior to Michael McDonald. Go down that early Doobie Brothers rabbit hole. China Grove, Listen To The Music, Clear As A Driven Snow etc etc etc. It’s all great. The Hell’s Angels of all things loved this band. A California thing I reckon.

@KC-gy5xw 11 ай бұрын

@@tomcurtis8431 Who couldn't love this? You just hear 3 seconds of an intro and you KNOW

@jflatty5389 10 ай бұрын

at least a couple of you have to remember the what's happening episode where they were trying to go to the doobie brothers concert- i don't even think this was the song they played- i'm born in early 70s and i remember my mom playing the shit out of the doibie brothers they had a handful of memorable songs and of course i can't remember any of them as i type this- had to come back to see if y'all remember jesus is just alright and minute by minute

@risktaker53 11 ай бұрын

The very first time I heard this song in '79, I knew it was headed to #1 and the Grammys.

@chrissiler6075 Жыл бұрын

They always had such killer harmony's and great players

@JoeZamecki Жыл бұрын

The entire album Minute by Minute is brilliant.

@MommaRichey 10 ай бұрын

Taking it to the streets is a great song too

@AllergicToMakeBelieve 2 ай бұрын

The Doobie Brothers played at our prom in 1969. Growing up in Northern California was glorious.

@kathybwell 2 ай бұрын

Ahh man, that's so awesome! I went to high school in Felton, Santa Cruz mountains, where did you go to school?

@AllergicToMakeBelieve 2 ай бұрын

Los Gatos High School :) Felton is lovely. @@kathybwell

@kathybwell 2 ай бұрын

so is Los Gatos@@AllergicToMakeBelieve

@sueprator9314 2 ай бұрын

No kidding. I graduated from high school Summer of Love in San Francisco (when SF was clean gorgeous and still kind of a family City).

@ptaylor4757 2 ай бұрын

Saw them at Piedmont HS in San Jose senior night in 69 as well.

@danacasey8543 Жыл бұрын

You won't regret going down the Doobie Brothers rabbit hole! China Grove is one of my favorites, but so many more!

@gerib4234 Жыл бұрын

Y'all! Wow, this song hits all the feels from the time. The 70's and 80's, when no one cared about culture or skin color or beliefs system. We cared about uniting together for great music and having a good time. No matter the genre of music, we just ALL enjoyed it TOGETHER. I miss those days. Thanks for your reactions and please dive into their catalogue! ❤️

@jaycorby Жыл бұрын

Geri B...Excellent comment! I lived back then, and anyone else who experienced this era agrees that we had the best music. We won't see the likes of it for a long, long time to come. Don't tell me that a lot of the crap churned out today is going to be remembered 50 years from now! Ain't happenin'.

@ErikJan4242 Жыл бұрын

@@jaycorby I second that emotion! We had it all back in the day! The best of Soul, Funk, Rhythm & Blues, Rock, Pop, Disco etc. Real instruments, great players, songwriters and composers, beautiful lyrics and arrangements and (of course) phenomenal singers! I like watching these reaction videos of young people who discover all the great stuff from our generation, and to hear them say something like: "You don't hear this kind of music today!" Well, you can say that again! And you're right Jay, 'our' music will be remembered 50 years from now! Good music will always be good music...

@Mus1c1luv Жыл бұрын

Couldn't agree more! Loved all the music back in the day and I miss the musical camaraderie of all people.

@LiberalsArePoop Жыл бұрын

I miss those days.

@xmathmanx Жыл бұрын

@@jaycorbyeah, ignorant boomers all agree among themselves I suppose, doesn't make you any less ignorant tho, there is always great music being made, you know nothing about that because you don't look

@2eleven48 7 ай бұрын

This was issued in 1979 when I was 31-years-old, and it's still a banger to me. So good to see you guys remembering this and reacting with such broad smiles how really great it is. Robert, 74, uk.

@matthewhunt7665 Жыл бұрын

Gentlemen the rabbit hole of the dubes Is very deep as deep as the almond brothers which is a whole I think you need to fall into as well may God-bless you and your family my friends

@matthewhunt7665 Жыл бұрын

Allman 😂

@DawnSuttonfabfour Жыл бұрын

One of the most outstanding songs of my teenage life.

@paxonearth Жыл бұрын

Incredible! Those harmonies while playing live!

@margiegarcia9553 3 ай бұрын

I love how Jeff "Skunk" Baxter is sitting there playing guitar and chilin' 😆💖Thanks for reacting!

@KARENCOGS Жыл бұрын

They were my first concert in 1979! ❤️

@jwine4145 Жыл бұрын

Mine too, Alpine Valley in Wisconsin. 1979

@kimcat3760 Жыл бұрын

Being born in 1960 the Doobie Brothers was my first concert(and the first time I smoked weed!) in 1977! The Doobies were my all time favorite band from my teenage years! And still smoke weed to this day! LOL😀 -Oregon Grandma

@sirhoopalot1 Жыл бұрын

You probably know Michael McDonald's solo hit "I keep Forgetting" and his huge hit duets with Patti Labelle "On My Own" and with James Ingram "Ya Mo Be There"

@jaycorby Жыл бұрын

Don't forget Sweet Freedom, one of my favs of his

@ErikJan4242 Жыл бұрын

Check out "It Keeps You Runnin' " from the same live-recording (Live On Soundstage 1977) Michael's voice will take you to church on that one! And "Takin' It To The Streets" (live in Santa Barbara 1982 ) is a jam! Good times and great music!

@jaycorby Жыл бұрын

Later on M.M. did a song that featured in a movie called Running Scared, with Billy Christal and Gregory Hines ( now deceased ). It's called Sweet Freedom...a banger for sure!

@TheDivayenta Жыл бұрын

@@jaycorby not to mention Yah Mo B There with James Ingram!

@jbjacobs9514 Жыл бұрын

It Keeps You Runnin is one of my fave Doobie songs!

@kierstenridgway4634 Жыл бұрын

The Doobie Bros before Michael McDonald had some pretty good stuff. Listen to the Music is one.

@randywissler9923 Жыл бұрын

Best harmonies in the business right up there with The EAGLES!!!!

@jaycorby Жыл бұрын

And perhaps CSN & Y.

@jmikepalmer62 Ай бұрын

I saw these guys two nights in a row in Dallas Texas in 1980. Damn, the memories come flooding in

@rescuelover7891 Жыл бұрын

My favorite Doobie Brothers song. The lyrics are outstanding!

@sharonchaput9705 Жыл бұрын

One of my all time favorite songs! Love Michael McDonald.

@grethe1956 18 күн бұрын

Every year the band get together to play at a hospital for free to entertain the patients. They also started their own brand of wine. All the profits go to charity. Great guys!

@stephenhuber1219 Жыл бұрын

The Doobies were megastars before Michael

@user-no5gg6wh5k 6 ай бұрын

Have you heard the Righteous Bros’. ‘You’ve lost that loving feeling’. Excellent. Most played song in 20th century

@xerxesalmighty9444 3 ай бұрын

Playing piano & keyboards while singing and harmonizing? Fire! This song is a timeless classic! Great impersonation Corey!

@clare1061 Жыл бұрын

This is why I'm stuck on 70's music there just is no substitute.

@anitapaulus937 Жыл бұрын

You need to check out “Taking it to the Streets”, and “Minute by Minute”. There was pre Micheal then With Micheal.

@tiffanyspencer2782 Жыл бұрын

Michael Jackson did background vocals in this song & Minute by minute. He loved the song, but didn't want credits. He says he did this all the time. I think MJ was 1 of the 1st times he let his music be sampled by SWV. Not only did he agree to it, but he said he loved them & would not accept any money for it. That's crazy. 🤗...Corey's reactions are ridiculous. He always makes me smile. Stop playin. The Doobie brothers definitely have some hits. Pls react to Minute by minute next. Thx

@truckerkevthepaidtourist Жыл бұрын

That's very true he popped up on a lot of stuff without credit he was just happy to be a part of it cuz he loved music and general of all genres.

@jmclen7 Жыл бұрын

No way MJ’s voice could hide. You’d know in a second if he was really singing on this.

@TheDivayenta Жыл бұрын

Corry’s an Indigo Child. ❤

@TheCjbowman Ай бұрын

And this was LIVE, baby!

@bobv586 Жыл бұрын

The doobie brother were the music of my youth.. they are touring right now with michael .. i am going to see them again in October if they are playing near you go to the show

@brendastanford9545 7 ай бұрын

I had the great pleasure of seeing Michael McDonald in concert in the 80s. One of my favorite songs that he does is with Patty Labelle call on my own.

@jennhurl 11 ай бұрын

Michael dishing out a come to Jesus moment 🙌

@kangaroojack7678 Жыл бұрын

I f**king love this music ain’t no way music of today is this good hell no

@swurvegirl1978 Жыл бұрын

The harmony, vocals, instrumentations, the transitions, just all around 💯 this is that feel good song that makes you dance whether you're 8ys old or 80🔥🔥

@scgreek1114 Жыл бұрын

Having one of the greatest rock voices of all time isn't enough. You also need to play two keyboards at the same time! 😳

@peggyhill8539 Жыл бұрын

My two favorite Doobie Brothers songs are Long Train Running and Black Water. Mmm. Sooo good! Makes me wanna dance in my chair right now just thinking about them!❤

@jaycorby Жыл бұрын

Peggy - I get it! Our music and artists were the best! I know every generation feels this way about their own, but the 60s/70s/early 80s were special in a special way for sure. Michael McDonald did a song called Sweet Freedom that was featured in the film Running Scared, with Gregory Hines and Billy Christel ( sic ).

@truckerkevthepaidtourist Жыл бұрын

Good stuff I'm still partial to the hardrock in China Grove though. And the whole world listen to the music

@EtherealOde 10 ай бұрын

OMG! My faves too!

@TheDivayenta 11 ай бұрын

I love it when Fenom comes alive. Good taste I might add too!!

@Chris-kj7de 11 ай бұрын

"Taking it to the Streets" is one of their finest songs. Watch the outdoor concert from back in the day. You'll love it.

@karlalethlean6214 4 ай бұрын

Maybe the best song of the 80's.

@highpsi11 7 ай бұрын

This song has some classic and highly original lyrics, like "Trying hard to recreate what had yet to be created" and "She had a place in his life; he never made her think twice". And of course, "What a fool believes, a wise man has the power, to reason away." The Doobie Brothers had a very successful career before Michael McDonald, but his unique voice and abilities as a composer deeply changed their careers.

@kimberlytrawick1427 10 ай бұрын

I play this song when I'm traveling. It's a great riding song.😊

@mikemiller3069 Жыл бұрын

The lyrics actually say, "the wise man has the power to reason away". At one time I thought it was "no wise man" but when you watch the background singers and listen to them, it is "the wise man".

@donnswaby369 Жыл бұрын

exactly.: he is choosing to "play the fool" and reason away any logic that tells him to accept the truth (that there was never anything between them), lest he experience the emotional devastation of realizing he'd been believing in a fantasy his whole life. Better to go on pretending because what seems to be (his fantasy) is better than noting at all.

@carpediem4887 Ай бұрын

Yea a lot of people get that little part wrong...

@KC-gy5xw 11 ай бұрын

I was lucky to hear the Doobies the years before Michael joined, thank you to my two older brothers for giving me the widest range of music, I wanna be buried with my vinyl.. A few of the group had their demons, always loved Cornelius Bumpus. Thank god we had seen them on Old Grey Whistle Test (UK) so we were not so shocked to see Michael was White - we'd already had a shock seeing that Bobby Caldwell(RIP Bobby) was white a few years earlier!! I have a few of the solo albums from the group as well. Great stuff. I always thought Michael McDonald was a hot piece, even without hearing his voice, then you see him age with that white hair, man, that's a Silver Fox right there...

@baddog4176 5 ай бұрын

The voice harmonies are fantastic, remember that auto tune wasn't in use until late 90s. These melodies and rhythms push aside issues, and bring us as one. Good review.

@Giggirl 2 ай бұрын

This song was HUGE ❤🎶

@bookjeannie 4 ай бұрын

He makes me melt! 😘😘😘

@ChipG3000 Жыл бұрын

Great reaction, thank you! And it was cool to see the live version. Michael can really sing. Please do their live version of “Taking It To The Streets.” (Although the studio version is great, too.)

@Vana1970 Ай бұрын

You brought me back to my youth, thank you

@sharonedwards6010 9 ай бұрын

You guys always put a smile to my face. CoreyRoy when you start dancing to the classics you make me smile even more.

@butchwiltshire6686 Жыл бұрын

Yah they always killed it. Grammy award Muzak.

@Michael-Philip Жыл бұрын

Love All Doobies songs !!

@timtravasos2742 10 ай бұрын

Awesome, awesome music. And what a story.

@deborahdennehy9937 Жыл бұрын

I always love this song from the Doobie Brothers (1978), I was 18!! Yep I'm a lot older now!! Still, even the younger generation often like this song which is brilliant.

@DEDavis 10 ай бұрын

The Queen of Soul also covered this song in 1980. You'll may want to check out her version. She enjoyed Michael McDonald's artistry and later featured him on her song - Ever Changing Times.

@DEDavis 10 ай бұрын

@@gjrocknthedreamteam3065 I'm gonna have to go with The Queen on Respect....also giving Otis Redding his prospers who recorded before her.

@barbaralindsey9587 3 ай бұрын

I really love watching you gentlemen. Bottom line is that music is music which is open to everyone’s interpretation and hits everyone in a different way ❤

@jayWalk8 Жыл бұрын

Stupendous....this song never dates & is as fresh every time I hear it. 70's all the way!!!

@SundanceIM 2 ай бұрын

I loved watching these guys watching this video! They were so much fun to see loving this wonderful song!

@NowVs1980s Жыл бұрын

Love these guys. Michael & when Kenny joins him on some of the performances I've been lucky enough to see on the internet just makes my heart smile. 🙏🏾✨♥️

@fififlickfi2525 Жыл бұрын

Michael McDonald, what a voice! Love him!

@reneemaciag3084 Жыл бұрын

Had a few "shared" LPs with my mom in the early 70s of the Doobie Brothers (pre- Michael McDonald) that got a lot of play in our house (along with my mother's Booker T. and the MGs albums, Three Dog Night, and her personal favorite, Dionne Warwick--eclectic, yes.) These early albums had great hits like "Listen To the Music", "Jesus Is Just Alright", "China Grove", "Long Train Running", and the very laid back "Black Water". You cannot miss with any of these!

@squirehobbs6754 Жыл бұрын

They were a great rock band with several hits before Michael came along...great reaction guys.

@debrasteffens2707 Жыл бұрын

God give me back old school I love it😅😅😅😅😅😅

@gpdigit 11 ай бұрын

Speechless

@louisestevenson5102 Жыл бұрын

I loved this song

@jeffreycooper5187 Ай бұрын

I was 14 in 1979 and this song was “THE SONG” that year! Check out Minute By Minute. Michael McDonald was know as “Blue Eyed Soul”.

@angelcharms7297 11 ай бұрын

BOOM!!! Another one of my fav songs!!! Thank u

@sarahdixon1943 Жыл бұрын

The Doobie Brothers have a ton of great music. You guys probably know more than you think. Michael McDonald is one of my favorite singers.

@user-yj7iq6um8g 2 ай бұрын

Love this song and Michael’s voice no other like it. Thank you.

@christarpley6861 Жыл бұрын

This is my favorite song by them

@craigyeargin5332 11 ай бұрын

When Michael sings you know it's Michael. Nobody sounds like him when he sings. Period.

@jasonremy1627 Жыл бұрын

Their first lead singer, Tom Johnston, was no slouch. Check out "China Grove". It's a certified banger.

@lloydenglish7656 Жыл бұрын

I love watchin' you guys enjoy yourselves so much, it's what music does to me as well.

@fannyfayvintage7668 Жыл бұрын

They sounded great. Perfect in concert in 1978. You knew every song they played. Excellent sound. Perfect.

@3generboiler Жыл бұрын

Love to see enthusiasm hearing great music and a great talent

@pallmallred13 Жыл бұрын

Love Michael❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

@MichaelRivera-ns2dd Жыл бұрын

You gentlemen really need to listen the Long train running. Love your reactions

@dess8287 Жыл бұрын

Taking it to the streets, Micheal McDonald is fire on this track!!!!

@workingman6681 Жыл бұрын

Love, love the Doobie Brothers! Love, love your guys reaction!!🎵👍

@deborahpette7132 10 ай бұрын

Flawless performance

@rsw1227 Жыл бұрын

I really like how you guys research the chart positions of a song and the awards it might have won. It puts a perspective of how influential or even iconic a song is in music history. I wish more reactors did this. They just seem to go through the motions not knowing how important a song or artist was.

@Ferferdinad123 2 ай бұрын

madre mía, ¿ pero qué es esto? esto es maravilloso!!!!!

@QT1nnakno Жыл бұрын

I still have a turn table and this on 45 from elementary 😁

@inguss27i 3 ай бұрын

ty ty ty

@debrasteffens2707 Жыл бұрын

Man I love you for saying that I love that s*** to thank you

@visiblepixels4632 Жыл бұрын

Such a timeless, upbeat groove juxtaposed against tragic lyrics about fooling oneself into thinking a relationship existed when it did not. "She had a place in his life, He never made her think twice." Masterful songwriting!

@jennhurl 11 ай бұрын

🎵The Doobie Brothers "Minute By Minute" "Listen To The Music" "Long Train Runnin" "Black Water" "China Grove" "Takin It To The Streets"

@jimnicosia5934 Жыл бұрын

First concert that I ever went to.

@looneygardener 11 ай бұрын

Mike's duet with Patti Labelle is magnificent!

@Neillybob63 4 ай бұрын

Fun Fact: The Dude with the rockin' 'stache is Jeff 'Skunk' Baxter, guitar player extraordinaire for both Steely Dan and The Doobie Brothers and a missle defence/anti-terrorism expert for the US Government.

@user-gt4hs4bl6x 2 ай бұрын

loved it then and love it now

@umad8ro 4 ай бұрын

Man my dad used to have this mid 80’s white convertible and he would take me for drives for lunch at some random deli or something on Sundays and ALWAYS ALWAYS had this song on rotation. 30 some years later I still know every word.

@mrnobody9104 Ай бұрын

Ya made my day with the reaction...laughed my ass off cheers

@patsaylor8973 4 ай бұрын

I went to their concert at St. John's on OSU campus. Wow!!!

@user-ii3vn8tn3q 7 ай бұрын

Doobie Brothers, Santana, Steve Miller. That was quite the summer.

@user-ii3vn8tn3q 7 ай бұрын

And Jackson Browne

@jimandjantheisenrealtors935 Жыл бұрын

Jeff "skunk" Baxter on guitar. A legend.

@docbearmb Жыл бұрын

Michael wasn’t in the group when they started out. He was doing a lot of other things including doing background vocal for Steely Dan. Skunk Baxter, the guitar player with the shades, was an early member of Steely Dan. Which brings us to Steely Dan. You must, must, must give them a try. I guarantee you’ll love them. Start with Peg, Black Cow or Babylon Sisters. You will enter a rabbit hole you will never leave.

@williamcabell142 Жыл бұрын

They named it after a joint. Hence the Dobbie Brothers! 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

@thisisitreactions Жыл бұрын

😂

@trk327 3 ай бұрын

This particular recording is live with a minimal amount of overdub of the studio track. Michael McDonald on keyboard and vocals Jeff Baxter on guitar, the one with the glasses Tiran porter on bass Pat Simmons on guitar John Hartman on drums, the one with the hat. Keith K on drums Bobby Lakind on congas Tom was already gone from the group by this time and working on solo music, check out the 1977 Soundstage show on KZfaq, straight raw talent.