Those of us old enough to remember when this was playing on the radio (heavy rotation) didn't realize how good we had it... Good times Bros. 😎

Daryl has blue-eyed soul for days! If you guys get the chance, you really should check into ANYTHING live from Daryl's House. His house band is incredible and his guests and Daryl do a combination of their own songs and Hall and Oates songs. They are all incredible! Thanks guys for another great reaction to another great old song! I really appreciate y'all! Two of the really good ones from those sessions is Cee Lo Green, I Can't Go for That, and the O'Jays, Backstabbers.

Let's face facts, Daryl Hall has one of the best voices out there. Period. Thanks for reacting to this one~it gave me chills. 👍

I'm a metalhead, and this song is soooooooooooooooooooooooo gooooooood. Good music is good music.

This song is fine wine. It sounds better every time I hear it!

John Oates has such an underrated voice seriously

Not enough props given to H&O for their supreme musicianship. So dense and layered yet melodic and soulful. So many timeless hits - Philly Soul in full effect!

One of my favorite songs and groups ever!

After all these decades, still my favorite Halls and Oates song.

Love, love, love!!! This song and its delivery has it all: romance, drama, desperation, despair. Hall & Oates really know how to set a mood, build up the emotion, and then let it all out. Thanks, guys!

This is my favorite from them. A masterpiece ❤

If I wasn’t already subscribed, I would do it a million times. Let me tell you why. 1) your *appreciation* of music is unmatched. It’s written all over your faces. I don’t know what it is about watching people listen to music that you love & appreciate it the way you do, but it makes me happy. Thank you for that. 2) your knowledge of music is impressive and instructive. I’m a listener, not a creator. I LOVE music of all kinds. (I grew up up listening to traditional Irish music, Elvis, Willie Nelson, Motown, and some 40s bands like the Ink Spots. My mom was eclectic.) But the soundtrack of my youth comes from the 70s & 80s. My siblings & I shared albums like Led Zeppelin, Queen, Elton John, Peter Frampton, The Stone, The Who, Pink Floyd, Janis Joplin, ELO, Yes, Elvis Costello, James Taylor, Carole King, Hall & Oates, Bee Gees, etc etc. such GOOD music! I’ve listened to all my life and yet have learned things about the songs/music you’ve reacted to. My appreciation for the music grows. Thank you for that. 3) your respect for the art of music. When you said something to the effect that advertisers should be ashamed of using this music to sell things, I said “Amen.” 4) I love your vibe. I suspected you were brothers before I watched your Q&A where you told your story. There is an easiness between you that is comforting to be a part of and reminds me of my family. Thank you for sharing your knowledge, your appreciation, and yourselves with the rest of us. And that you for keeping this great music alive. I truly appreciate you guys. ❤️

Darryl has the falsetto, John is doing tenor and baritone. Hell Yeah...

Nothing beats the variety and quality of 60s and 70s music. The best of the best. You guys are great!

One of the best tracks EVER recorded, and "Sara Smile." Absolutely incredible. He's so sad and upset, that he'd pay the devil to replace her. Wow. Excellent reaction!!!

These guys are just phenomenal!

Hall and Oats were so great. Always loved their music.

The song was released as a single in 1973. The early Hall & Oats was always my favorite as I was a little kid at the time. Always on the radio back in the day.

Hands down one of their best songs. Smooth

"Have You Seen Her" by The Chi-Lites and "Another Park, Another Sunday" by The Doobie Bros hit me hard as well. "It's Too Late" by Carole King just tells it like it is.

I’m 54 now. So back in the day. This was new for us when it came out. Being Gen X actually does have its advantages. So, a friend of mine wanted to see them. So we went. Maple Leaf Gardens in Toronto. 6th row centre floors. I’m thinking this was early/mid 80’s. I really don’t remember much about the night. Not for any nefarious reasons. Just cause it was a long time ago. Music meant more than money back then. It was made, and listened to, from the bottom of our hearts, to the depths of our souls. Thanks again guys.

There are, in my opinion, maybe 8 or 10 flawless next level songs in the world...and this is one of them. Sarah smile is another. That is all I have to say.

One of the greatest duos ever. Wish music today had some teeth to it but nobody plays instruments or actually sing. Thank you🎶🎼🎸🎵🎶

The craft involved in every level of this song and production is staggering. It works every single time and it cannot miss.

I really love y'all's reactions. Two true music connoisseurs. Back in the 70's on some radio stations, you would hear a song like this, followed by something like Zeppelin, Skynyrd, Steely Dan etc. I realize now, how spoiled we were back then when it came to great music.

I was a kid in the 70s and a teen in the 80s and i love me some Hall and Oates. This song has always been my personal favorite of theirs.

Great, timeless song, and a great reaction!! You know one of their songs that usually gets overlooked is Wait For Me. In my humble opinion, it’s a gorgeous song. It’s so nice to see all the love for H & O on here. A lot of that is because of your appreciation and reviews of them. Honestly, don’t you think Daryl Hall is one of the greatest musical talents ever?

Probably have heard this a million times and I always absolutely love it, my favorite from H &O. Just a perfect perfect song, everything about it. Great reaction guys, thanks.

Hall & Oats were big in the day, but not as big as they really were. Their vocals and instruments are top tier.❤️🇨🇦

Saw Hall and Oates recently in London and they were fantastic!! This is my favourite song from them

I grew up in the 60's loving the "Motown Sound" with groups like The Four Tops, The Temptations, Smokey Robinson & The Miracles, etc. Then in the 70's this duo showed up with what was then called "The Philly Sound". Their harmonies are nothing short of fabulous. Great reaction. Take care.

Awwww yeah! Sounds of my childhood. Oddly enough I was exposed to this stuff but as a kid, I was always going for the heavier shit. This didn't really appeal to me. But as I got older and began to broaden my musical palate, ooooh man. This stuff is golden. There will never EVER be music like this. And yeah I agree with your comments about these songs being made into commercials. Musical blasphemy.. And I'll say it again. By far my favorite reaction channel. 👍👍👍👍

Yes, this is a gut wrenching, soul searching song and NO one could sing it better. This duo hit the mark every time. Thanks so much guys for sharing your own personal thoughts while reacting to this favorite tune!🧡

This has never sounded better to me in all respects. Thanks, men.

Another banger from Hall & Oates brought to you by the gang at Airplay Beats. Road trip music right here. Great reaction guys. Timeless and greatly appreciated. Keep up the great work fellas

They were my first concert when I was a kid. I grew up in Toledo, Ohio where most famous bands passed us by because we're between Cleveland and Detroit. I was in jr high when I saw them on tour for the H20 album (Maneater, One on One etc) and I was in awe of Hall's voice. In the mid 80s I saw them again on the Big Bam Boom tour with a then unknown Til Tuesday opening for them. It's cool that they always stopped in our city - it certainly helped me have a better musical foundation. It's a damn shame they're feuding - I hope they make it up.

They both sing and always do great 2 part harmony.

This made my day :) Loved the reaction!!

You guys are the best! Keep up the great reactions!!!

From start to finish one sublime album ….love it to bits ❤❤❤

This is one of the duo's favorite Hall & Oates songs. It's very autobiographical. Both wrote about going through a breakup at the same time. It's very thematic, with a soaring melody and uplifting chord progression, but about an unfortunate and sad thing. I've never listened to a breakup love affair sound so good. Blue-Eyed Soul at its best. Great reaction, guys. Thanks for all the hard work.

I just saw Darryl Hall in concert a few months ago with Todd Rundgren. Both in their 70's now and still great singers. Great job guys!

This hits home, I heard this song on the Radio for the first time in Cleveland. I was stunned. I was 14, Mom had just left and taken my younger brother with her as she left our Father. The song's release was 2 days after this crisis. I rode to a local Kressge's where I bought my 45's. There it was, that 45, it was played as soon as I came home. My Father arrived on the second, third, or fourth time it was played. I don't remember. What I do recall, was my Father's Tears, and his sad eyes as he looked in my eyes like never before, and he said She's Gone.

From their second studio album, Abandonned Luncheonette, the lead guitar was played by Christopher Bond. Bond also mixed it and contributed arrangements under legendary producer Arif Mardin. Bond left the band soon after due to financial disagreements. In other words, H&O's manager Tommy Mottola was less than generous in paying the band members. LOL.

Saw them 3 times in concert in the late 70s and they were awesome.

I'd forgotten how great this track was. Great reaction by the way.

These guys can harmonize with the best of them, can't beat'm

Pretty bodies help dissolve a memory.....high school motto...lol. She's Gone is the definition of Smoooooth. The bass is so simple but evocative. Like Miles said "It's not the notes you play, it's the notes you don't play." Love it fellas!

Love me some Hall & Oates! And Daryl Hall's voice when he belts out "She's gone!" sounds like he's crying! He just wails with the misery of losing his love!

Daryl Hall still tours and is fantastic solo. His backup band is tight! As others have suggested, listen to Live from Daryl's House (videos on KZfaq). CeeLo Green's episode was great. Other favorites were Train (Papa Was a Rolling Stone), John Rzeznik (Iris), and Kandace Springs (Anything Your Heart Desires).

This one and Sara Smile are without a DOUBT their best tracks ever IMO and they were early on for them.

Masterpiece!!!

I feel you, man !!! True story, this happened to ME TOO !!! I was engaged to be married but found out that my fiancée was schizophrenic ... only AFTER I coming home one day from working a 14-hour, warehouse shift ... about 6 weeks before we were to be married. Her mom met me at the door, told me that she just wigged out while I was at work and met her mom at the door with her bags and an airplane ticket. She said she couldn't take it anymore (whatever was gong on in her head). She left and went to live with her dad. I spent many 12-14 hour shifts (did at least 2 every week), in my own private warehouse section ... in silence, and this song had just peaked on the charts. I can't tell you how many times I wept openly, mindlessly. while driving my forklift around my section. We talked so many times over the phone, but then, 6 months later, while sneaking around her dad's house 1 night, her dad heard what he thought was an intruder, she was shot and killed, being in the wrong place at the wrong time. I've never forgotten that part of my life, and YES, I've KNOWN the feeling this song portrays ... very, VERY well !!! I've felt every thing and way he describes. So, kudos to you for understanding just what this song is saying, and I'm sorry you had to go through it yourself, but only those of us who've felt this truly understand the full depth and meaning of what the man is saying. Now, actually, you both brought up a great point, so let me explain it. Yes, they both tour separately, but they BOTH own the song catalog. However, John Oates was just making plans to sell his share of the catalog to some company, and Daryl Hall doesn't want them to do what you were also talking about ... have their songs all over commercials. I'm with Daryl Hall on this one. Preserve your life's work and your dignity. Don't sell your soul and cave to the corporate mentality. Protect that shit !!!

That is the best reaction that you two have done. Imo. ❤️✌️

Y’all are such a joy to hang out with.

Yes Sirs! Hall and Oates, the gift that keeps on giving. I suggest You Make My Dreams, and Kiss On My List. Great reaction, all the best.

They have their own sound that is unmatched. I saw them in concert in the 80s. They sound great live.

You guys need to check out "Live at Daryl's House". He talked and sang with great singers in his studio. His backup band was really good also.

Another Banger 💜💜💜

LOVE LOVE LOVE Hall and Oates!!!

After all or is that Hall these years this is still my favorite song!

Absolutely love Hall & Oates. This song is one of their best. Thank you guys for reviewing this one. ❤

one of the great tunes of its and era and beyond. they were sooooo gooood.

This is my absolute favorite Hall and Oats song

If you haven't already, I would love to see you do a reaction to Elvin Bishop "Fooled And Fell in love. Elvin isn't singing, he does the guitar solo.

Love your reactions! You both seem like the kind of guys I'd enjoy having a drink with and talk music!

My favorite song from their best album, this entire album has Soul

Great song, great recording, great review😘

Best Heartbreak Song Ever 😢👏

Y’all just delivering quality reactions. Thanks for taking the time to invite the rest of us to share great music. Merry Christmas, fellas.

Great reaction guys. It's awesome to see people really get into good music.

This song was released in the mid to late 70’s and has that 70’s R&B feel to it. Hall and Oates are from Philadelphia and that Philly soul/R&B influence shines in their music. You should hear their cover of Billy Paul’s, Me and Mrs. Jones. They do an amazing job with it👍🏼😊.

Hey guys, there's a video I saw of them doing this song live and Daryl starts out but then John comes in and they seem to both be alternating back and forth. This song was inspired by an actual breakup and Daryl came up with the verses based on that. John tells a story about the chorus part that he came up with (She's Gone) that was based on a girl he met at a club and he invited her for New Year's Eve, and she never showed up - thus...She's Gone! You can find the story about the song online. Also, I have to say I am sitting here hysterical because I love the way Chi's eyes roll back in his head where he listens to something this good!! 🤣🤣This song was released November 1973. THIS SONG IS 50 YEARS OLD - and STILL makes our eyes roll back in our heads!!!! 🤣🤣Give a listen to their ballad ONE ON ONE (1982, from their album H2O.) The video is really cool - The vocals!! My God the vocals!!

Hall and Oates legendery duet !!!!

I totally agree with you La & Che, the way they've taken these wonderful songs and turned them into jingles for commercials is "sacrilegious!" It's the same as striping the dignity from these artist's hard-earned craft and their beautiful talents. Here's another suggestion, if interested. "Hall & Oates - You Make My Dreams Come True (Official HD Video)" (Channel: Daryl Hall & John Oates) I had read that same article fellas'. Sadly, I think that speaks to the state of the whole world right now. Everyone's worst angels are having a party at the moment. But I draw comfort from beautiful music, and I know that music is stronger than hate...it draws people together and breaks down barriers. I loved hanging out and jamming with you two. Thanks for sharing and have a great day.

Had the chance to see them with Tears For Fears as an opening act years ago. Really glad I went, especially considering the circumstances!

💥 Philly Blue Eyed Soul at it's Finest! 🎤🎵🥁🎸

It’s not a physical restraining order. It’s a cease and desist on selling a stake in the partnership. And yes, they were incredible live! Saw them many, many times. ❤

Classic blue eyed soul Brothers 💙 💙

This is one of the two songs I like from Hall & Oats. Great song!!

BOTH MUST HEAR Classics,, Hall & Oates "Las Vegas Turnaround" (The Stewardess Song) & "When The Morning Comes"..TRUST ME!!

Man i love yall hanging out with me in my living room breaking down these classics !!! You guys rock.! Never leaving this channel !!

The song that got me hooked on them in the 70s still sounds dam good today

"One of the very top songs ever to evoke memories the first time you heard it!" This is soul from another planet!

Was lucky to see them many years ago as one of the support acts at Wembley Football Stadium, London where the bill was Rivercity People, Hall & Oats, Jethro Tull & Fleetwood Mac (as the headliner). Totally superb and diverse day of music. :)

What an amazing album, every song is excellent

❤I grew up on all this great music, and that's why i still listen to it. Volume up ! ❤

Two good dudes too. Meet them waaaaaaay back when I was a teenager at our local P.A.L in Manhattan. Really nice to everyone, the same.

Beyond classic, was one of those perfect songs that was always just there. There is just something about these song writing duos, the stuff they produce is magic. -Simon & Garfunkle -Hall & Oats -Lennon & McCarntney

I seen them in concert a couple of times, once in Cleveland and then again here at Stage AE here in Pittsburgh (about 7 or 8 years ago) and man, they can still kill it!

It was one of the most contemporary songs made for 1973

Special special treat here love you guys

Hall is the lead and Oates is that deeper voice you hear. This has to be my favorite H&O song. It has that old school Motown sound.

John's the baritone, Darryl is the falsetto....

Daryl Hall was going through a divorce at the time. John Oates had just been stood up by a date. It inspired this magical song!

Loved your reaction to this. You guys did not disappoint. Knew you’d love it

These guys are Philly legends. They wreck The melodies in the vocal harmonies are over the top!

❤❤ One of my fav Hall & Oats songs…always on the playlist! Thanks for listening 🤗

I Shed Many of them to this Song over the Many Years of My Life !!!

If you're interested in live, please check out their version of "Me and Mrs. Jones". Super classic!