That drum beat is arguably the greatest drop out of nowhere in music history.

Phil is a ridiculously talented musician, wrote so many hits with his band Genesis and as a solo artist

Nobody in the history of music can play the drums and sing like Phil Collins. GOAT.

The smile on the young gal's face the moment those drums kicked in. just so genuine and warm. So beautiful. Keep rocking out you two. I love seeing you both experience for the first time the songs of my youth that i grew up loving.

Classic reaction to when Phil Collins gets up to play the drums I love it I'm 67 years old and I still get chills watching him

The smiles on your faces when he dropped that beat.....YES!!!!

This concert was in Paris 2004. 80,000 people there, I was 30 years old and one of them. This was pure magic... *Pure Magic!*

The crowd loses their shit when they see Phil approaching those drums. As many times as I've heard this song, it never gets old when he hits the drums.

Phil talked about wanting a drum riff to really drive the song. He is such a perfectionist, that he recorded 22 different solos for the song, and the one he used was #4.

What's really amazing is how perfectly he timed it out, walking very slowly around the stage and sitting down at the drum set, JUST in time for the solo!

The smiles on both of your faces said it all. Phil Collins is a giant talent. He did the soundtrack for Disney's Tarzan. You might want to check some of that material out. It's pretty amazing. Aside from that there is also a live version of a song called Abacab, from when he was still in Genesis and it's fire.

The most famous drum drop. You also have to admire the exact timing that was done for him to arrive at his drums at the perfect time. Thank you peace ✌️

I think that there is a handful of perfect live performances captured on film and this is most definitely one of them. I've seen this dozens of times and it never gets old. Great choice!

Your reactions allows the viewer to have that 1st time again and again. I'm 61 and I'm reliving the music of my generation and I'm loving it! Phil Collins sets the bar!

Phil made it one of the most iconic songs of the 80s.

Phil Collins is the real deal! Gifted songwriter and amazing drummer with amazing stage presence. Love him!

One of the greatest drum beats of all time. He’s a great performer. During 85 at Live Aid, he played London then flew a Concord jet and played in Philly later in the same day.

Another great live performance of Phil’s is - I don’t Care Anymore - from Perkins Palace 1982

this was the best song of the entire 80's Decade !!!!!!

Can we appreciate what a professional he is? How many times has he sung this but he is putting in 100% for the people there watching him. I don’t know what the tickets cost but Phil delivers. Unreal.

Technically that shouldn't be possible. Playing the drums and singing like that is virtually impossible. The techniques used to keep his voice stable, in tune and linear are astonishing.

Arguably the greatest drum drop in rock-n-roll history, the rare song the songs just as good as you’ve first heard it, the first time, every time.

Phil is extremely talented and was in a group called Genesis. He also did the entire soundtrack for Disney's Tarzan. GREATEST DISNEY SOUNDTRACK EVER!!!

So sad that he is in such terrible health now. Phil was a real talent. I hope he is comforted by those close to him at this time.

When Genesis started out in England in the late 60's/early 70's, they were a weird band that wrote very complicated musical pieces based on fantasy... Peter Gabriel was the lead singer - he would dress up in costumes or as weird characters on stage... Phil Collins joined as their drummer in the early 70's and would also contribute backing vocals. In 1975, Peter Gabriel quit the band, and Genesis couldn't find a replacement vocalist while writing and recording their album "A Trick of the tail"... Finally, Phil Collins agreed to try record vocals for the album, and it worked... That record outsold all the previous Genesis albums. In 1979, Phil Collins went thru a painful separation & divorce from his 1st wife Andrea... he was inspired to write a whole batch of songs about his personal heartbreak (some were on the 1980 album 'Duke' by Genesis) that he recorded and played most of the instruments on his debut solo album 'Face value' in 1981. 'In the air tonight' was a huge hit (It was directed at his ex-wife) and 'Face value' actually outsold both the albums 'Duke' (1980) and 'Abacab' (1981) by Genesis. Phil Collins' solo records outsold his Genesis albums in the 80's... but he did both for years until 1993. To this day, Phil Collins remains close to Genesis members Mike Rutherford (guitar, bass) & Tony Banks (keyboards) Genesis recorded the album 'Calling all stations' in 1997 w/ singer Ray Wilson, but it didn't work... Phil Collins returned to Genesis in 1999 to re-record a track for a 'Greatest hits' album... then a Genesis tour in 2007... He just did a US tour w/ Genesis in 2021 (Likely his last, due to his health problems)

you have NO Idea!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!My word...................... HE My Sir................... IS CLASSIC!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Most recognisable drum drop to date, Phil also done a song with bonethugs, called "home".

8:06 her smile!!!!! 💓 wow! That’s what music will do to ya, that smile light up anyones day! 🙂

Phil Collins doesn't block his videos. He considers it free advertising.

My favorite reaction videos to watch, when that best drops and their chin hits the floor, he is crazy talented, most iconic drum drop in music history

Phil Collins is simply amazing! His vocals combined with his drumming skills is in a class all its own! I love watching this live version- always a little nervous he won’t make it to the drum kit on time, lol!

Phil is a treasure and one of the greats in music. Love your comments and enthusiasm for this song and video. If your looking for great music that last listen to the 60's, 70's and 80's.

I've never met a single person who didn't love that song! One of the great 80's masterpieces of all time!!!

Everybody who grow up listening to this remembers at least once playing air drums on the dashboard in the car to it.

70’s 80’s was a amazing time to be alive. The talent back then was crazy!

The SMILE you have is completely what I wanted to see!! Uncle PHIL will look right through you!!! Awesome, CLASSIC 80's!!!

I've loved this song since I was a kid. Watching your faces light up when he gets on the drums reminded me of the first time I heard this song, you guys totally made my day, thank you for that!

Between awesome shows like this and his music being played on Miami Vice Phil ruled the 80's. It's still awesome, time hasn't diminished the greatness of his music, both with Genesis and especially his solo run.

Phil did a brilliant job taking over from Peter Gabriel as lead singer of Genesis. You must checkout his drunming with Genesis too. The old medley of songs is incredible where Phil sings and goes back to playing drums finishing with the Brilliant song Afterglow amazing show in front of 500,000 fans live in Rome.

No messing about with Phil..legend!!

The intro was played by Brad Cole. Brad does keyboards and vocoder for the song. The drums are the roland CR-78 was the drum machine used in the original recorded. Phill uses samples of the drum machine live. most of the drums before phill's drop are the drum machine samples

People who have heard the song can have the same reaction as those who never have. This live performance is just that impactful. It's not exactly '85 Queen Live Aid, but who is besides Queen? But it's up there. And then there are the Miami Vice flashbacks that accompany this song.

The young lady’s grin just got wider and wider and the young man just got more and more animated

I absolutely love Phil Collins, he’s a whole experience for sure

This is my favorite Phil Collins video

In my opinion one of the most underrated singer-songwriters of the last fifty years

Try the video of him and Phillip Bailey(Earth,Wind and Fire) singing their hit Easy Lover! I think y`all will love it! Keep On Rockin'

He’s a legend , this song is legendary status.They comically used this in the movie Hangover . I think I’ve heard this song 500 times “no cap” it’s just as great each time.⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Love you guys! I watch every video u put out ! Fun to see you hear tunes for first time that are imbedded in my subconscious soul! I graduated HS in 86’ & born in 68’

I loved the smiles on your faces when he got on the drums. One never gets tired of those drums.

Your reaction to this was great , he is so so talented music writer, singer, drummer, actor and amazing human. All live no messing , to phones or cameras it’s a shame you won’t ever feel the atmosphere of a concert like they were back then.

Phil Collins is an extremely talented multi-instrumentalist. If you want to hear another track where he shows off his vocals check out Mama by Genesis.

One of the greatest live performances ever

Phil Collins, Dave Grohl, Elton John, Paul McCartney, Stevie Wonder, Prince are all among the elite musicians to come around in the last half century.

If you loved this, you need to see the live of Genesis (He still played with them while he had a solo career - two huge careers at the same time) Home By The Sea and Second Home By The Sea. you will love it as much or more as this one. Not lying. His biggest fans oftentimes list that as their favorite. Many others to check out that are all pretty fire too. Invisible Touch, Abacab, Mama, so many.

He was 53 years old when he did this concert in Bercy, Paris in 2004. Truly an amazing performance by Brad Cole (keyboards, synthesizers, Vocoder), Daryl Stuermer (6 String Guitar), Leland Sklar (Bass Guitar), Chester Thompson ("Rhythm" Drums) and Phil himself (vocals, drums). It was performed in front of 20,000 + people at the "Palais Omnisport de Paris" and truly was, if not the greatest, close to the greatest live performance ever. It was from his "Finally... The First Farewell" Tour and this particular concert in Bercy started with an amazing "Drums, Drums & More Drums" track performed by Phil and his other drummer, the previously mentioned Mr. Thompson. Incidentally, this track ("In the Air Tonight") was the 17th in the tracklist sandwiched between Separate Lives and Dance Into the Light. Phil had the energy he had in this song all the way through to the end of the concert (as did his musicians). Now that he can no longer drum, his son NIcholas plays drums almost as well as the old man did--literally--Phil is 70 now. His son is on the Domino tour with Genesis currently. Oh and of course, his daughter Lily is rapidly becoming a famous actress in her own right. So, he's still doing alright I suppose (tongue in cheek).

Phil is a top 3 artist of the 80-90’s to me. He went off then went to Disney and went off on Tarzan!

I absolutely love several things about this reaction. One of them is her smile throughout the reaction. It makes you think she is really enjoying it. This one is more of a general: I really enjoy in this reaction when people aren't aware that Phil Collins is a drummer and then that drum intro comes in. Watching the reaction is great because people don't expect it. Phil Collins just performed his last show ever because of health problems. He physically isn't able to play the drums anymore.

I'm 46 and love this song. This live version is such a better version than the album version. And the original was a massive hit back then in the 80's. Infact this song was the soundtrack for a hit TV show called 'Miami Vice'. He's played this song so many times with his group, and the song has matured to that awesome version you heard. And not to mention he was an alcoholic for many years. Hard to imagine that his wonderful talent shined through the abuse he was putting his body through. It has taken a toll on his body sadly to report. Phil can no longer play the drums and his voice does struggle when he sings. But he does sing on a reduced tour when he can prior to the pandemic. This was a pleasure to hear you appreciate this song as well. Great music is always timeless!

That huge smile when he starts drumming is gold ✨️ 💛

Phil Collins was always on the radio in the 90s. "So take a look at me now. It's just an empty space..."

There are so many musical hooks in this - the first full organ sound, the percussive beat with no drums, the guitar chord, the high guitar riff, solid bass riff from the master Leland Sklar, the electronic voiceover and then the drum drop. THAT Drum Drop! And all done live ..... Dear God.

That big grin when you both realized he was about to play drums....and he plays drums like they did something bad and need a beating lol. Love this song and keep listening to great music thats not made in a studio but by talented people who never heard of auto tune :)

Such a long slow entro that you want to scream, GO! But he has ahold of you and just adds suspense, more layers until he sings. And then more layers of sound until BAM, he hits it and you are toast.

And Bone thugs got a song with Phil Collins called home. They actually flew to Europe to shoot the video with him making them the greatest most versatile group of all time

Pleaseeeee do more Phil Collins!!!! He has such a great catalog!!! Solo & with Genesis... I don't care anymore, Another day in paradise, Against all odds, Something happened on the way to heaven, Groovy kind of love, In too deep, Sussudio, Easy lover, I can't dance, & soooo many more

Released in 1981, it was a revolutionary song on the radio at the time!

This is a go to for a lot of people. This is and always will be a favorite!!!

Phil was a member of the band GENISUS and this song was the theme song to MIAMI VICE...a TV show back in the 80's that helped this great song become even bigger.

You should go to a live concert. There is nothing like it. The atmosphere is electric. The best concerts build up the anticipation. That’s why a lot of artists start late. Music will be playing. Setting the mood. The lights will go out. The band will start playing without the the lead singer being there. They will play an extended intro to get the audience hyped. Then the lead singer will appear, the lights will flash on brightly and the song will begin.It’s a total vibe. Phil was a drummer for his earlier band Genesis. He also wrote the lyrics and could also play keyboards.Along with a fantastic light show, the music just washes over you. I highly recommend you see as many live shows as you can.

*No* Gimmicks, *No* autotune, *No* special effects, *No* fancy clothes, walking on the stage, like he is going to supper, and is still, the most talented, & coolest dude, that ever walked this planet!!! 😎😎😎

OMG I'm so happy your both reacting to this!! I can't wait to see it

I remember when this 1st came out. it was fantastic.hearing seeing it performed live is magical! it gives you goosebumps. and it still does.

I have never seen her so engaged in a video. Your faces and smiles were awesome!!!

I love watching people see this for the first time. Your reaction , perfect. I remember when it first came out and seeing the video, still gives me goosebumps everytime I hear it

Wow!! Awesome reaction guys!! 👏🏽 Glad you waited too!! I watched the TwinsIsTheNewTrend when they reacted. This is how powerful Phil Collins is... They reacted to studio version and had no idea what was about to hit and when Phil hit that solo...BAM!! Never saw him just heard it. 😁 He is awesome, personal fav, "Mama" from Genesis. Anything Phil is great!! ❤👍🏽

Grew up listening to these music as a kid, my dad used to play these and since then this era of music has stuck with me, man I miss my dad wish he was still here...

im 47 and have kids older than the both of you .. and yet i find myself watching this young generation watch music from my youth... you 2 are a cute couple ..

You want a Phil Collins jam, when he was with Genesis their song “Momma” is my favorite. The video is a must.❤️

Phil Collins can play all instruments! And he is a goofball! That is shown in the Easy Lover video!

Its that chord on the guitar at the start that gives me goosebumps. And we get the drums later. F***KING WOW.

I highly recommend also listening to Land Of Confusion by Genesis shortly before Phil Collins went solo. And you MUST watch the video. It’s a lot of social and political commentary from the mid-80s, with a very creative and memorable video.

Phil wrote the song while in the midst of his rather brutal divorce. Iconic performer, man, and song. Unfortunately due to spinal issues, he can no longer play the drums. You should definitely react to more of him in the future

its funny when kids today see drummers that sing. For children of the 80s it was very common to see on MTV.

I was watching your faces...those smiles say what we've always known!!🎶😁🎶🎶

Phil Collins is multi talented he's an actor and he can also play a large amount of instruments.

Best live performance of any band, EVER! So sad our generation is dying off. I heard his son plays the drums too. Real music is meant to hit your soul on a cellular level.

This is the most famous and spectacular drum break of all time - used in soundtracks and commercials everywhere. Phil is known as a great drummer - he was given a baby drum set almost before he could walk! Because he became known as 'the drummer' in the band Genesis and took over lead Vocal later, after the original lead left, people thought the vocals were secondary - but, as you can see/ hear in his solo concerts like here and on his many albums he is an absolute master of voice also. In addition to being a brilliant songwriter and musical arranger, Phil was singing from a very early age. In fact there is a true story about him going for a singing audition - for a Musical Theatre production I think - aged 5, and after a few notes he stops and tells the band that they are in the wrong key. And he was right! 😂

so smooth......then Phil brings it! FIRE! can't hear it enough.

The bass-player with the big bushy beard is Leland Sklar, who has played on more than 2000 albums and with just about anybody you can think of at one time or another.

AMAZING is the BEST description for his performance‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼‼

Good ole Phil Bone!!!!

Miami Vice... Crocket and Tubbs in that black corvette... Headed to inflict major pain... In The Air Tonight blasting away! Needs to be experienced. Miami Vice S1 E1

The two of you GRINNING 👂 TO 👂 through the entire 🥁 solo...perfection. welcome to the genius of Phil Collins!!!

Phil Collins started in the band Genesis & was the drummer! Which shows how amazing he was with the song 'In the Air Tonight'. He was just a GENIOUS!!!! (Still alive!!!!)

I've seen him twice in the Tampa Bay area. He cut the I Can't Dance tour short cause he was sick but when came back around, he actually apologize for it. And do I need to say the Disney Tarzan soundtrack is one of the best soundtracks if all times!! Love to see a react to it!

An ICONIC song for the ages!!!

I have watched this reaction a hundred times and it still brings a smile watching you guys when Phil goes off on the drums

Phil Collins is WONDERFUL! One of few singer/drummers. I saw a video a while back where he was backup drummer for the Bee Gee's in a concert for Mandela.

Glad I run into you guys and get a chance to hear one more time this great rendition of In The Air Tonight by Phil Collins "LIVE IN CONCERT".

The greatest drum intro in Rock history.