No one could sing that song like Shirley Bassey… absolutely love her!
@robertthomas7580
3 жыл бұрын
Moonraker is the other song she did amazingly well too. What a voice!
@erichernandez3846
3 жыл бұрын
I can't live (if living is without you) from this concert makes me need to take a walk after listening to it. Always on 11. More is more.
@vanyadolly
2 жыл бұрын
@@erichernandez3846 Ken lee?
@dm19609721
2 жыл бұрын
check this cover....she is amazing! kzitem.info/news/bejne/lIKo4H-jqIFzlZw
@Brian-om2hh
Жыл бұрын
@@robertthomas7580 Shirley Bassey also sang Diamonds Are Forever........
@evonnechi7029
7 ай бұрын
Shirley is not great. She is beyond greatness, and she stands alone on her pedestal of superstars. She is majestic and amazing to watch and hear. There is nobody like her.
@deborahbryan3639
3 жыл бұрын
This lady was a DIVA that rose from poverty! She not only had a powerful voice that made it into the charts for many decades, she also possessed class, elegance and sex appeal. You did well with this, Royce! Bravo to you too!
@gtaylor331
3 жыл бұрын
I think you mean is.
@oldtimer7635
2 жыл бұрын
@@gtaylor331 Well done. ; )
@ohauss
2 жыл бұрын
What do you mean she not only HAD a powerful voice? Watch her 2022 BAFTA performance from just the other day. At 85, this lady puts many a young star to shame with her voice.
@susanford2388
Жыл бұрын
She still is a Diva
@user-tv2bz2ci6b
Күн бұрын
The girl from Tiger Bay
@lionelraoul
3 жыл бұрын
Probably the most iconic James Bond song. Great reaction.
@TheCornishCockney
3 жыл бұрын
Great yes,but for me,Live and Let Die is top.
@lionelraoul
3 жыл бұрын
@@TheCornishCockney I give Live and Let Die the edge for the music, but Goldfinger I like better for the vocals and lyrics. Both are awesome songs though.
@billr3724
3 жыл бұрын
Agree with “Goldfinger” being the most iconic Bond title song, but I also enjoy Nancy Sinatra’s “You only Live Twice”.
@dinerouk
3 жыл бұрын
You hit it right when you said CLASS!
@gingerbobful
3 жыл бұрын
Nobody does it better by carly Simon, for me.
@angelatheriault8855
3 жыл бұрын
Shirley sang this at the 2013 Oscars during a salute to James Bond. She was 76 and brought down the house. It was literally phenomenal. By the way, Adele sang Skyfall too but she couldn’t touch Dame Shirley Bassey.
@claudiascott6484
3 жыл бұрын
It was an astounding performance by DSB.
@TheCentralScrutinizerAgain
3 жыл бұрын
skyfall`s theme was terrible along with the execution. Dame Shirley knocked it out of the park.
@hiatusmode989
2 жыл бұрын
Dnt compare Shirley to Adele😩😩…Shirley is everything
@susanford2388
Жыл бұрын
But Adele also wrote Skyfall. Dame Shirley sang last year at age 85 & was brilliant. Hit those notes with ease.
@hyacinthlynch843
3 жыл бұрын
Shirley has got a voice that could split wood! A great talent and a classy lady.
@ContrarianCorner
Жыл бұрын
I've never heard a funnier, or more perfect, description of her voice. She freakin' KILLED this song!
@jutwilton7363
3 жыл бұрын
Shirley bassey / Tom Jones both great singers both from Wales ...must be something in the water X 😁
@steveparker8065
3 жыл бұрын
It's all the mountains we have to traverse giving us lungs of steel :)
@stuartleerichardjohnson8189
3 жыл бұрын
Someone should tell the Welsh football team.
@joepowell7025
3 жыл бұрын
Don't forget Sir Harry Secombe
@TheCornishCockney
3 жыл бұрын
Even when you lot talk,it sounds like you're singing.
@hyacinthlynch843
3 жыл бұрын
It's the fiery Welsh spirit is what it is.
@markthomas2577
3 жыл бұрын
Dame Shirley ...... a British icon and legend, Still with us !
@makoshark3759
3 жыл бұрын
Welcome to the real world of singing.. were they sing with all their heart and talent from the feet up... , real voice ,, pure choice
@steveparker8065
3 жыл бұрын
Nice to see our Shirley on a reaction. Beautiful Welsh girl from Tiger Bay in Cardiff. She also sang the theme tunes to two other Bond films 'Diamonds are Forever' and 'Moonraker'.
@SSGTA440
3 жыл бұрын
Like I said.....Shirley Bassey...the queen of the divas......
@richcook2007
3 жыл бұрын
I remember her when I was young. Crushing HARD!
@smedleybutler1969
3 жыл бұрын
Dame Shirley Bassey sang 3 bond songs,Goldfinger was a great movie you should watch it!
@deborahbryan3639
3 жыл бұрын
Yes, she did! Those were my James Bond movie days.
@deacondavis5098
3 жыл бұрын
Actually she sang four. The tune was Mr. Kiss Kiss Bang Bang. It was originally intended for the Bond epic, THUNDERBALL. It’s was recorded but never released. Until the 30th anniversary James Bond 2cd compilation (1992). It’s also on Utube! Check it Out!!!!!!
@deborahbryan3639
3 жыл бұрын
@@deacondavis5098 I never knew that! We’ll have to check it out.
@yvetteadshead4212
3 жыл бұрын
There's only one Shirley Bassey, she has some fabulous songs, massive star 🌟
@lewisner
3 жыл бұрын
Theres an early clip of her with Anthony Newley and she blows him off the stage.
@dinodisneylover1
2 жыл бұрын
She sang the most Bond songs.
@richcook2007
3 жыл бұрын
Dame Shirley just needed herself on stage. She's always the complete package!
@DG2244
3 жыл бұрын
Without a doubt, a true Diva before we knew what a Diva was.
@hilariousname6826
3 жыл бұрын
The ultimate in 1950s/60s-style nightclub glitz and decadence. Love the bit where she breaks character after the kissing-the-shoulder bit, and laughs with the audience at how ridiculously over-the-top the whole thing is.
@deborahbryan3639
3 жыл бұрын
My favorite part too!
@paulturnet4572
3 жыл бұрын
Her kissing herself wasn't a statement of "self-affection" the slight laugh afterwards pretty much made that point.
@wen-nz3sk
3 жыл бұрын
The very reason the bond theme is highly coveted!! What a find/treasure. Love this!! ❤👏🏽
@mekanizmnice6747
3 жыл бұрын
Diamonds are Forever!!! Forever!!! Forever!!!
@deborahbryan3639
3 жыл бұрын
YESSSS!!!!
@debjonesloyal4190
3 жыл бұрын
When i was a kid around 11 my friends and i sat outside Cardiff Castel and listened to her. It was amazing.
@leannsherman6723
8 ай бұрын
It was one of the most brilliant performances ever done, with kudos to the orchestra, as well as to Miss Bassey. ❤❤ Be sure to listen to the studio version!
@springfieldmissourimusichi5712
3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely iconic! One of those songs that people connect with a film immediately.
@magloyd4907
3 жыл бұрын
She sang this at the Oscars a few years ago, in her 70s and was magnificent.(The same year Adele sang her Oscar winning Bond theme song, but Shirley outclassed her.) George Clooney and other major stars reacted with open admiration.
@realcoolbreeze
3 жыл бұрын
Shirley Bassey was a great theatrical singer with a powerful voice who exuded class and elegance. Sexy and as lovely as a person can be.A rare but immensely talented and very very personable singer. She was/is still popular and loved by most everyone.
@Topgooner01
3 жыл бұрын
My two favourite female singers of all time, Karen Carpenter and Dame Shirley Bassey....Class coursing through their veins, and vocal chords!!
@robertburr2212
3 жыл бұрын
She's our star in Wales xx
@trondgroenseth6084
3 жыл бұрын
Fantastic singer and performer. Her voice was insanely powerful and she had full control over it. Stage presence 👍🏼
@doplinger1
3 жыл бұрын
She was a queen, a grande dame of music, a true diva. For a real treat, watch her with a group called The Propellerheads in "History Repeating", a #1 hit in the UK.
@marydaniels7314
8 ай бұрын
Shirley is it! She was probably the most famous singer in the world once upon a time. Sassy and talented beyond words. The Royals love her and gave her the "Dame" title to honor her brilliance. She is still knocking them dead to this day. Superstar!!!
@dihboas
2 ай бұрын
I see so much of Dame Shirley in RAYE, the classic style, the charisma, the amazing vocals... My wish is for Raye to record a bond soundtrack one day, she is PERFECT for it
@ThePmfan
3 жыл бұрын
she is a goddess for sure. Like Tom Jones she had her own tv show my parents used to love.
@Isleofskye
3 жыл бұрын
Great Reaction and now WE ARE TALKING CLASS! Daughter of a Welsh Mother and African Seaman, she grew up in Tiger Bay (now Cardiff Bay ) in a very poor area but her talent shone through and she became a massive International star. She is 83 now and living in France. You MUST see Shirley sing a LIVE performance of "It's My Life" on KZitem where she is the ultimate Diva :)
@lydmarl.475
3 жыл бұрын
Requested This is my life as well, a great choice!
@anthonyblakely399
3 жыл бұрын
I have been request this Diva Shirley Bassey for a whole year to almost every reactor and none....NONE have even consider watching her perform or react to her......She is one of the great Ladies of the 60's and 70's along with Judy Garland....Nancy Wilson......and Billie Holiday.......and Finally you girl finally get to see where today's performers get that energy and glamour from.......Enjoy!!!! Aso...check out her song (live) "This is my Life," by Shirley Bassey. It's Fire and really shows off the power of women!!!!
@caerphillykid6644
3 жыл бұрын
Dame Shirley is one of the greatest singers of all time !! no auto tune just pure talent :-) amazing lady
@juliemanarin4127
3 жыл бұрын
Guess who played guitar on this original recording? Jimmy Page of Zeppelin did! He was a session musician in England before forming Led Zeppelin!!
@keridenner2187
Жыл бұрын
Can we have more Shirley please….. “Something “…….”Never never never “ … I who have nothing”……. “Till”….” I am what I am”……” This is my life”. Thank you.
@ROCKINGMAN
Жыл бұрын
Shirley Bassey is a very exciting performer. She did other themes too Diamonds are Forever, Moonnraker, The Liquidator.
@gabrielbusu45
3 жыл бұрын
Respect, it's Shirley Bassey a lady with a great voice!
@americanaforever6725
3 жыл бұрын
Shirley Bassey is a legend. Her cover of "Something" by the Beatles is another fantastic hit
@Isleofskye
3 жыл бұрын
For All We Know cover but you must see her live performance of "It's My Life!"....:)
@mervinmannas7671
3 жыл бұрын
Some years ago when it was announced that Dame Shirley bassey was to be one ofr the headline acts at Glastonbury the biggest music festival in this country, everone went 'WHAT'. The festivakl has been played by the biggest modern stars like Stomzey, Artic Monkeys, and countless huge current artists and bands. The audience 97% of whom weren't born when she was at her height were like putty in her hands and her set became the stuff of legand. She does a great version of Pinks 'Get This Party Strated'.
@jamiecesar3585
2 жыл бұрын
World Legend Queen greatest Goddess 💕💕 DSB ♾️♾️💎💎💎♾️ Long Live ♾️💎☺️🎶💎🌎👍🙏❤️❤️🙏🏼
@ChelseaPensioner-DJW
Жыл бұрын
Diamanté wellies 😂 brilliant
@roughblooduk
10 ай бұрын
I was lucky enough to grow up in the 50s and 60s. We were definitely spoilt with the talent. Shirley Bassey was the best, ask anyone who was a drag artist from that time. What I think makes her the best is that she preferred live performances making each performance different. Thank you so much for your reaction.
@mamade3970
3 жыл бұрын
Dame Shirley Bassey was the impersonation of sass. Powerful voice and she was pretty.
@osovagabundo1
3 жыл бұрын
This is how you sing this here song. Such an iconic time in music.
@michaeltaylor8835
3 жыл бұрын
Shirley was a force to be reckoned with. A true legend up there wirth aretha franklin
@laidoffjournalist
2 ай бұрын
You can see why the Queen gave her a knighthood. So beautiful.
@joho5955
3 жыл бұрын
You gotta try her singing 'Diamonds Are Forever'... another Bond song.
@maikolmaikol64
2 жыл бұрын
She also sang diamonds are forever and moonraker 3 bond films
@paulconnett3654
2 жыл бұрын
My Mother took me to see this Beautiful Lady live in 1978, I was 10yrs old and I fell in love.x her voice and please watch interviews she's done, because Shirley Bassey has a Brilliant great sense of humor.x Stay Strong Beautiful People and Cheer's Loving this Channel 🇬🇧
@tinadavies4195
3 жыл бұрын
Powerful welsh singer and Sir Tom Jones from the Welsh valleys 🏴,what else could you ask for.
@wpollock1
3 жыл бұрын
Wow...what a voice and presence! Listen to that orchestra, also...no fake synth/organ creating that sound. That is the real thing.
@scottski51
3 жыл бұрын
Wow! She sounded good... but this performance puts her over the Top !!!
@marlecmarine5393
3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely love Shirley Bassey, she is such a talented performer, real fun and passion and that voice is her's alone, wow !!!
@vineshnaidoo9402
Жыл бұрын
Ohhhh...my favourite...she is the most beautiful person on Earth 🌎
@compostcorner5934
3 жыл бұрын
The fantastic Shirley Bassey Diamonds are forever is another great track 🎶😁
@frederickloucks4865
Жыл бұрын
Dame Shirley Bassey singing Diamonds Are Forever is magical...magnificent .Words are meaningless to describe the experience ....
@miltonslocum8957
3 жыл бұрын
Great reaction to a great performance! Shirley Bassey was one of the best if not the best Bond singers! I hadn't seen this live performance before. It was great! Loved that Shirley had fun with it! Thanks for this!
@josephstanton4872
3 жыл бұрын
The great Bassey! Fairly certain she was born Puerto Rican, brought to Tiger Bay as baby! Dominates the stage with ease! Terrific presence! She started the hands/fingers thing early!
@deborahbryan3639
3 жыл бұрын
I saw the documentary about her life, and it says she is half English, half Nigerian.
@iriscollins7583
Жыл бұрын
@@deborahbryan3639 All woman🏴
@elsdebruin8929
3 жыл бұрын
Shirley Bassy is one of my favorite singers.
@daddycool474
3 жыл бұрын
fantastic there is only one Shirley Bassey
@markbanner6473
3 жыл бұрын
Nice one. Not many have reacted to the legendary Shirley. People need to do more of her stuff. The Welsh they can bloody sing alright!! The rumour is that they all can sing to a fine level. Not to Tom Jones and Shirley Bassey all time great levels though. :D
@Topgooner01
3 жыл бұрын
You're probably right Mark, but it went a bit awry with Cerys Matthews!! Lol
@markbanner6473
3 жыл бұрын
@@Topgooner01 They do say. There's always exceptions to any "rule". Lol
@Topgooner01
3 жыл бұрын
@@markbanner6473 Agree
@tomfabozzi5353
3 жыл бұрын
Don’t forget Bryn Terfel!
@kathrynjarlov5166
3 жыл бұрын
I have watched this performance so many times. She is incredible.
@Richardtv1968
2 жыл бұрын
Absolute masterclass …… dame Shirley Bassey at her best and what a great orchestra she had there!
@damonhines8187
3 жыл бұрын
Classic, iconic!! Those growling trumpets!
@tsonofjohnson489
2 жыл бұрын
Still rocking her/this song 40+ years later!
@Beau_T_McBoatface
3 жыл бұрын
She's an "Entertainer". The full package.
@lydmarl.475
3 жыл бұрын
Great choice, the next one is a definite “This is my Life”!! Love this woman!!
@frankiebowie6174
3 жыл бұрын
I just in unclicked “like” and clicked it on again just to give you another thumbs up. Love this performance AND your reaction. Drag queens used to do Shirley Bassey all the time. Yes, I’m old enough to remember that and too old to kiss my own shoulder.
@markbaker2826
3 жыл бұрын
Thats "Our Shirl !" loved your reaction !! X
@tommoncrieff1154
3 жыл бұрын
Shirley was on absolute fire in this concert. She performs one song after another and every single one is exceptional. It’s a tour de force you’ll never forget. All of it or most of it is on YT.
@muskerp
2 жыл бұрын
she certainly did have attitude - great voice - great personality
@iankings6405
3 жыл бұрын
The best female singer of my generation.
@karenward267
Жыл бұрын
Shirley Bassey is a timeless gem. The Welsh lass from Swansea knows how to sing these wonderful songs.
@JollyGraham
2 ай бұрын
She’s from Cardiff actually.
@gzucc
10 күн бұрын
I have HAD IT!!...with auto tune and the rest of these minor talents who can't show up at a performance with nothing but themselves! She had a band and she clearly practiced with that band and then she destroyed us all!!! Absolutely genius!!! Sliding out of key, here and there, to make us all stand up and pay attention!!! I can't say enough about this performance. She literally slayed me.
@rickb.4168
3 жыл бұрын
The Ultimate Diva.
@SharonWilliams-nc9ko
Жыл бұрын
Great reaction, so many more good Shirley songs, The Living tree! my all time favourite.
@community1949
2 жыл бұрын
Oh yeah, Shirley Bassey rocks and she's just wonderful singing all of those James Bond movie theme songs.
@SRG1966
3 жыл бұрын
What a voice.
@lesleypulling129
3 жыл бұрын
My mum loved her , sang her songs too she loved her sassiness
@raymondjackson6069
2 жыл бұрын
She was having fun, but still very professional. She cut that like, 58 years ago! Either she was an infant, or she has taken care of herself and her voice very well. Thanks!
@luisa.rivela666
Ай бұрын
Welcome to Shirley Bassey's world!
@leftcoaster67
3 жыл бұрын
Amazing singer. Thank you Dame Bassey.
@DavidMayorga-zt6kl
10 ай бұрын
The Best song james bond ever , the legendary shirley bassey
@waltw4537
3 жыл бұрын
Whooo! Oh yes Shirley! Thanks! Class and Soul indeed!
@beriandavies2111
3 жыл бұрын
Dame Shirley Bassey 👸🏿 she is our Queen, Wales's own 🏴 Nice reaction there 👍👏👏
@nikkicarrington9365
3 жыл бұрын
Shirley one of the best voices ever full stop.
@D1Gr8hansGraf
3 жыл бұрын
My goodness! That voice! I love most of the James Bond’s songs, but this one is my favorite!
@dadmateryn8092
3 жыл бұрын
She started cracking up when she kissed herself. I love it
@beverlylawrence131
3 жыл бұрын
She is still happily with us
@RandomShart
3 жыл бұрын
I just love her nickname, Burly Chassis... Always makes me chuckle.
@Yonner666
2 жыл бұрын
Shirley Bassey is a Welsh legend, she has said in an interview that 8n a recording studio she actually passed out on occasions when hitting the high notes.
@SSGTA440
3 жыл бұрын
The absolute queen of the divas.......without doubt......
@MrBoombast64
3 жыл бұрын
That VOICE! Incredible!
@jeffkharpoharpo3472
3 жыл бұрын
Used to sneek in the movies with my friends I was 13 and this movie came out in 1964 ! The Beatles had just landed at New York's Kennedy Airport and The Fab four invaded us! and many other groups from the UK. USA will never be the same! I have always Loved this song! What a voice! Brings back those innocent years ! Love your reaction!
@RogueRxyce
3 жыл бұрын
Movie hopping was the best hobby as a child 😂 Thanks for watching Jeff 😊
@wadefite
2 жыл бұрын
You should check out her performance at the 2022 Bafta awards 50 years after she recorded this song. Incredibly she sings even better.
@iansmith6687
3 жыл бұрын
Shirley Bassey is an icon please do more of her x
@UVMEA1
3 жыл бұрын
Now watch her Performance in Germany singing My Way! Her facial expressions , Voice and real girl power!
@conferencistapastorneisser8545
10 ай бұрын
Eu ouvi essa cantora em 1970, na ocasião eu tinha 14 anos de idade , e me apaixonei pelo seu estilo. Ela tem uma qualidade impressionante na voz e na interpretação. Continuo fã.
@waynerogers2007
3 жыл бұрын
I really appreciate this. This lady lady is legendary. I'm a new subscriber. Thanks
@markhenry7895
3 жыл бұрын
One thing I have come to learn about Dame Shirley Bassey is that she had a really great sense of humor and one of the best voices to grace this earth, thank you Dame Shirley Bassey a big big fan from the Caribbean 🇹🇹🇹🇹🇹🇹👍👍👍😂🤣❤️🙏🙏🙏
@waynecolburn8849
2 жыл бұрын
Shirley is the greatest. No one can match her.
@jonathanocallaghan9202
2 жыл бұрын
Dame Shirley Basset is a Goddess.
@Eprosis
3 жыл бұрын
Bassey is power, presence and pizazz. She doesn't ask for your attention, she demands it. Great reaction.
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