I’m still listening to their music here in 2024. I’ve got to say that Benjamin Orr is one of my favorite singers and the way he looks when he’s singing is WOW. The way he does his mouth and his eyes are so sultry. He’s so missed even today. R.I.P. Benjamin .
@johnwalker1403
Ай бұрын
So true. RIP Benjamin.
@AC.666
Ай бұрын
Saaaaame
@hollyawoods
13 жыл бұрын
I've watched all the videos with Benjamin Orr, and seen all the pics, but I'm convinced he must be an apparition. No human being can look that good and be that talented, all in one package. He can't be real!
@williamrgutrich7694
2 жыл бұрын
Well said, As I read somewhere else, "Ben Orr is prettier than my ex-wife."
@Wood_nymph
2 жыл бұрын
Жаль только, что не смог он применить этот свой талант так, как хотел, после распада группы, что его и погубило в итоге...
@bjmcmahon722
Жыл бұрын
born early......way too
@robertknuist9754
Жыл бұрын
Roger Taylor had that same kind of beauty and talent
@historicinematics
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely
@jeffreyrichard2575
8 ай бұрын
Sad part is that some people think that the only lead singer for The Cars is Rick. Ben's voice is much better and just as iconic.
@deadshot4245
27 күн бұрын
only non musicians
@trooper1198
23 күн бұрын
Rick sang most of the songs, Ben sang the biggest hits!
@lauramayfield5410
3 жыл бұрын
the eyes, the chiseled jawline, the voice, the sex appeal dear God what a beautiful and talented man he was! Can't believe he's been gone almost 21 years😢
@moonbubbles3046
7 ай бұрын
I think Benjamin was one of the most beautiful men that ever graced a stage.
@ChristianF15cher
5 ай бұрын
Highly agreed!
@pams9548
4 ай бұрын
💯
@lindabergman3127
Ай бұрын
Yep his beautiful eyes😂❤❤❤❤
@user-ln3fn4ep5b
4 ай бұрын
Ben Orr was the definition of cool.
@jorgerobles9484
8 ай бұрын
Their first album of 1978 is a masterpiece, a perfect debut album
@Twotontessie
7 ай бұрын
All downhill from there
@69Curtdog
4 ай бұрын
@@Twotontessie Wrong...They were even bigger in the 80`s.
@glennthompson1173
4 ай бұрын
Candy-O is pretty darn good too. The first is their best though.
@glennthompson1173
4 ай бұрын
There are two best albums were in the 70s
@paulsantangelo9634
3 ай бұрын
yup-
@PhooBoy
13 жыл бұрын
RIP Benjamin Orr. Great, great vocalist and bassist. Orr was the heart and soul of the Cars.
@norrisw164
Жыл бұрын
he was the Cars
@rosemariejuan977
Жыл бұрын
Sorry but when he die?😪😪😪
@kelliereilly4745
Жыл бұрын
He was super 🔥
@karenervin5092
9 ай бұрын
Love him! RIP BEN!!!❤
@skipacuff5104
3 ай бұрын
C’mon. Ben was great. All of them were. But Ric was the leader. Elliot was and is one of the greatest lead break and fill composers since Scotty Moore and James Burton invented the position. . Check out Rick Beato’s interview of Nuno Bettencourt, who praises Elliot’s licks to high heaven. Nuno’s top 3 players are Easton, SRV, and numero uno EVH, btw.
@trixiekatz883
2 жыл бұрын
When Benjamin Orr took the mike, you could hear the panties drop from coast to coast. Good Lord, he was a beautiful man. RIP, Benjamin.
@terrafirma91
14 жыл бұрын
This group, The Cars, were better than what the critics offered them. They had a style all their own, and still unique unto this very day. And the lead guitarist, Eliot Easton, could put more character into a solo than anyone else. I just think the media gave scant recognition to their talent.
@heavnnnsent
3 жыл бұрын
Yes!
@howiejohnson5049
3 жыл бұрын
Elliot Easton ...awesome guitar work imho ♥️
@jtb1649
2 жыл бұрын
saw them in 1979 . thought they were amazing. very underrated as far as history goes in music
@bruceradz
Жыл бұрын
Totally agree, back in 78, 79, radio stations didn't offer to play them too much. It took callers calling in requests, that they got any airtime
@pipkingdom
10 ай бұрын
Every record label was after them. Where were you?
@johnzubil2875
2 ай бұрын
You know what a guitar genius Elliot Easton is when he went from righty to lefty on the guitar.
@wadehamlin
9 ай бұрын
Elliot Easton is so underrated.
@wayneburnett5098
5 ай бұрын
Nah, it's just that most people don't know who he is. But, those that do, put him up there as a musician's musician. Different than the cookie cutter copy-cats.
@joefausti973
2 ай бұрын
No doubt about that. 👍 You said it.
@RevMikeBlack
Жыл бұрын
I remember when this song arrived at my college dorm in 1978. It was playing EVERYWHERE. This performance is super tight. Everyone is completely on his game and Ben is over the top. I'm amazed how well they were able to take their brilliant studio productions to the stage without missing a lick. What a great, great band!
@arthurrimbaud7287
10 ай бұрын
Ric and Ben were in their 30's and had been around for a while. Makes sense that they'd be super tight and professional as musicians at this point.
@elidekikigomez7937
7 ай бұрын
En 1978 tenia 2 Años yo Y eran los Años de músicos y cantantes verdaderos . Se pasaban horas dias para encontrar notas y componer una canción 😢😢😢 No como ahora por computadora 😢
@KenVic02
7 ай бұрын
In the dorms myself back in '79 my friend...totally agree. We all have a soft spot for music we grew up with, but the mid-70's to early 80's was a particularly good era by any measure.
@sethbanzai5734
5 ай бұрын
Tizzite!
@stephanie4020
3 ай бұрын
It’s timeless. 💜
@marklevy8443
9 ай бұрын
It doesn’t get any better than Ben singing his heart out!!!
@leokimvideo
Жыл бұрын
Th Cars were musically ahead of the pack, that had them being misunderstood in the late 70's & 80's
@KittyGrizGriz
11 ай бұрын
I saw them perform in ‘79, me~all my friends had their 1st two albums on heavy rotation at parties. They were ‘New Wave’ and were Never Ever labeled {misunderstood}! If anything, they were totally fantastic and so different sounding, we embraced them!!
@WindDevil69
9 ай бұрын
@@tauras665True that brother! I was born in '67 and been jamming to the Cars since the album Candy-O came out.
@michaelwallbrown3726
7 ай бұрын
i understood them in 1978
@lynwoodheath
7 ай бұрын
She was just what I needed
@glenbeck5602
6 ай бұрын
Just now appreciating their music more than ever
@garyvaughan2648
8 ай бұрын
It just hit me how sad I am that he is gone. The Cars made my life better. I will miss them and my youth.
@237KMT
7 ай бұрын
The camerman made a wise choice sticking the lens right on Ben's face. Dude was handsome.
@bunerabbit3125
6 жыл бұрын
My God, Ben is a fine specimen of a man.
@melissasalvatore2831
5 ай бұрын
Ben Orr was Absolutely gorgeous ❤❤
@DMGregAdventure
2 ай бұрын
Cars live is MUCH different and MUCH better Than the cars music videos.
@VintageLPs
10 күн бұрын
@@DMGregAdventureYes because live, the camera focuses on Ben; the videos are dominated by Ric.
@boydownunder007
Жыл бұрын
Benjamin Orr looked just as good 7 years later singing at Live Aid 1985 wow
@PlanetC64
2 ай бұрын
Bought this when it first came out. Dinosaur? Perhaps; however, this is a GENIUS BAND
@mr.corcoran6296
Жыл бұрын
Not many cooler cats than Elliot Easton. His solos are melodic and in the pocket. Fortunate to see The Cars in the late 70's. Truly a great band. Glad to see them in the RRHOF. RIP Ric and Benjamin.
@rolfbernerske2786
5 жыл бұрын
The definition of rock n roll in my opinion. Released during the disco era, holds up 40 years later. Just an amazing performance of a fantastic song. RIP Ben ❤️❤️
@gladtobeopenminded
2 жыл бұрын
Durable - timeless, actually!
@susanmaynard8652
Жыл бұрын
I am annoyed I was too young to go to nightclubs at 14 and hear this
@pipkingdom
8 ай бұрын
There was a lot of different music happening around the world in different styles that was popular. Jazz blues, soul country, fusion, new wave…etc. Not to mention Kate Bush. Depends where you’re standing.
@jjlbridge7877
2 жыл бұрын
This song has been my weakness, my addiction for 40 years. And wow this video, I melt when Ben Orr is up on the mic. What a beautiful man. A total shame he was taken away…
@rickhatzenbeller2103
Жыл бұрын
We need another midnight special it was so fun to watch
@Gilyslas
Жыл бұрын
I agree love the show watch it everyday
@nikisma
12 жыл бұрын
thank you, ric ocasek for writing one of the catchiest tunes of the 20th century. thank you, cars, for performing it so well. thank you, camera man, for capturing benjamin orr in all his amazing beauty for posterity. i am not sure if life would be the same for me if this video did not exist, so thank you to everyone responsible for its existence.
@creature6232
2 жыл бұрын
My favourite band. Always. I am 56 years old, I grew up with them.
@philrisotto8804
Жыл бұрын
Me too !! You from Boston ?
@creature6232
Жыл бұрын
@@philrisotto8804 No pal, from Guadalajara Mèxico. Farther and warmer. Let the good times roll-
@JosephSmith72
8 ай бұрын
From the very instantaneous moment I heared "Candy O" I was hooked on The Cars music. One of my most favorite bands of all time, to this day I listen to them weekly. I was born in 61 so that tells you something. It was great growing up in the late 70's and through the 80's listening to all the different types of music from so many different bands completely different from today. I could make a list but those of us who know well we just know. RIP Ben Orr and Ric Ocasek music legends.
@KenVic02
5 ай бұрын
Amen brother...am a product of 1961 myself. My hgh school through college years ('76-'83) was simply a phenomenal time for music of all types...rock, pop, new wave, etc.
@jerrycaldwell308
4 ай бұрын
Born in 63 bro....I am one of those that just know.....these kids know nothing today and for past 2 decades ...
@gardnerberry113
4 ай бұрын
'62 checking in. The Cars were ALWAYS on my tape deck while cruising the mall Fri-Sat nights with the t-top down, cold beer and a joint kept out of sight.
@lisahaaland1197
4 ай бұрын
He was beyond gorgeous! His voice, perfection. He was the cool in The Cars! He was always so sweet in all his interviews. Lost him way too soon!
@sylvie1941
19 күн бұрын
Agreed! Really miss him.
@quepasta123
13 жыл бұрын
Oh Mr. Orr I think if you were standing oh so near, I'd kinda lose MY mind :) awesome song, awesome band.
@Kapricorn1
14 жыл бұрын
God Ben was a lovely looking man, with a lovely voice to match, now sadly with the Angels RIP Ben.
@Rose-Rae
12 жыл бұрын
Such a beautiful face and heavenly voice. I don't know what he was like in his personal life nor never met the man and nothing but good things have been said about him. Didn't know such a sweet soul and creature could exist. I could have stared into those eyes, kissed those lips and wrapped my arms around him forever. So sad he's gone. What an incredible musician and person. =)
@goldblatalex7516
3 жыл бұрын
Wise words. RIP Benjamin Orr
@shaundavenport621
2 жыл бұрын
Lovely words.😪👍
@bobkennedy5585
2 жыл бұрын
I heard he was a pretty nice but shy guy
@florencehodges-moore2909
2 ай бұрын
What a beautiful man wish he was here wherever he is someone’s enjoying his company love you xxx ❤
@Payneduplex
2 ай бұрын
Hell. I fancy him and I'm straight! lol
@WindDevil69
9 ай бұрын
BO was the Cars!
@brendaroy9702
10 жыл бұрын
I could watch Benjamin all day!!
@melissasciacca6422
3 жыл бұрын
and love him too!
@paulleduc93
6 жыл бұрын
I like how One young lady posted a comment on this video somewhere else on KZitem and she said "good God Almighty how stunning was Ben.....?" he really was one of the coolest lead singers of any bands during that time but appeared to be very low-key about it. he seemed to be playing a different bass in every video I've seen of the band Live but I particularly liked the red Vox Bass. what an absolute tragedy that he died so young.
@michelepfaff5363
9 ай бұрын
Ben was so good & so beautiful.
@Nudiescorner
3 жыл бұрын
HOLY CRAP WHAT A GORGEOUS GORGEOUS MAN❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ HOLY SHIT!!!!!!!
@jonjennings13
Жыл бұрын
The CARS were proof that you could make pop music and still be an artist!
@Marsi-811
5 ай бұрын
What a gorgeous and talented man Ben Orr was.. He will forever be remembered as such..
@imuurme
3 жыл бұрын
gosh he's good looking.. and his voice bliss !!
@OkieMikester
2 жыл бұрын
All of my favorite songs by The Cars were sung by Ben.
@romin5035
11 күн бұрын
That little head toss and saunter back to the mic after Elliot’s solo… my favorite part!
@rick6z5
7 ай бұрын
The Cars, no gimmicks just pure talent everytime they performed.
@verontg9
13 жыл бұрын
He was so handsome......I love you Ben
@Jamesonisme
Жыл бұрын
My wife said that Orr made "her teeth sweat", and I asked her "does he make your liver quiver?" We both laughed our a$$es off. Anyway, as a guy, I do have to admit he was a fine damn handsome man!
@coopersmum06
Жыл бұрын
my god...his eyes !! so beautiful
@vincemarshall9520
9 ай бұрын
Daamn! That was outstanding!
@sweetpea74403
14 жыл бұрын
Well, Ben is not only the most beautiful man, he was so talented. And, the only bass player i ever saw, that played the bass with a pick!
Not only a bass player, he could play everything on that stage.
@sweetpea74403
15 жыл бұрын
Ben is amazing! great voice and he was absolutely gorgeous!!!!! wow!
@stephennixon9609
5 ай бұрын
I've always said Greg Hawkes gave The Cars their sound. The first time I heard It's All I Can Do and Just What I Needed his sound is what made me a fan. I had never heard a keyboard sound like that before.
@josephbonaventura5548
Жыл бұрын
I listen to the cars every night before bedtime. Benjamin Orr was a gift to us and thank God that we can see and hear his magical singing in video! Love you guys..
@sithyness
14 жыл бұрын
Man.... guys aren't supposed to be THAT good looking! What kinda chance do the rest of us have? :@ Thanks, B. Orr
@kennyamylee4046
2 жыл бұрын
He was a gorgeous man!
@jojospeechy4761
2 жыл бұрын
Gorgeous man, gorgeous voice!! Miss him desperately 😭😭💔💔
@loriwright8218
2 жыл бұрын
He was beautiful inside and out ❤
@williamrgutrich7694
2 жыл бұрын
I saw The Cars in concert, many years ago, somewhere near Chicago. Best live band I have ever heard, bar none. Ben Orr is truly missed by me and others. Solid bass.
@boydownunder007
Жыл бұрын
Lucky you
@KittyGrizGriz
11 ай бұрын
I saw them also in ‘79 right after they hit the road, was in KC, MO @Arrowhead Stadium. Fabulous musicians~band, so glad I got to experience them. Tremendous Vibe.
@Crissy991
Жыл бұрын
He's gorgeous
@Lillyxxxo
10 ай бұрын
He is gorgeous its like looking at an angel
@FredMorris-pc8ed
10 ай бұрын
if you like this you might like my brother’s music. his name is Stu Morris and 'Daisy' is a good song by him.
@ellab8897
4 ай бұрын
Excellent description. A beauty of the angels.
@putr3zka
14 жыл бұрын
what a beautiful voice & brutally handsome too.
@DanM-ys5pz
3 жыл бұрын
Elliot Easton's riffs were always on point! One of the better rock guitarists of that era.
@twiceisright
2 жыл бұрын
I was 11 yrs old in 1978, and Benjamin Orr was such a total babe.
@buck62sugar
13 жыл бұрын
I think one of the most underrated aspects of the band was the guitar player. He provided some of the most memorable guitar licks for those who grew up in the 70's and 80's. Sure, you could argue many from the hit songs were pop-oriented, short, and not-too-complex, but look that those Cars b-side songs and you'll discover they guy is very talented, tights, and a flat out rock a guitar. Just think all those memorable guitar licks from that era...unsurpassed. Thanks man.
@user-al81147
7 ай бұрын
Like a punch To the Soul 💘🕉️
@ixtaxiomara
13 жыл бұрын
Ohhhh Ben, so divine...........
@carlamongold33
Жыл бұрын
LOVE ❤️ THIS SONG-BENJAMIN ORR -SO GORGEOUS-FANTASTIC
@stacydetwiler1475
Жыл бұрын
I don't mind you coming here and wasting all my time... Love those lyrics
@rickharrington6648
Жыл бұрын
One of the greatest rock bands ever.
@gregm9230
6 жыл бұрын
Elliott Easton will always be one my guitar heroes....a master at catchy, melodic leads that always fit the song.
@ElectricAngel181
Ай бұрын
Im convinced Ben was just lent to us from Heaven . He is an Angel. Gorgeous beyond belief.
@funkster007
13 жыл бұрын
Benj was a natural. Too many greats leave us early, but at least they leave their mark. Rock on!
@johnmitchelljr
5 жыл бұрын
Really weird. I was Buying pet food at my local store today, and this song came on their radio. Haven't heard it for years and I thought what a great song from a great band. Now tonight I'm on you tube and this video pops up. What a great day. Thanks for sharing.
@heavnnnsent
3 жыл бұрын
Synchronicity ..... This song will play an important part in your life from here on in
@heathernikki5734
5 жыл бұрын
Good lawdy what a perfect looking man...
@kathygrinder3060
3 жыл бұрын
Ain't it the truth!!!!
@conniehoward1323
2 жыл бұрын
Omg funny but true 😂
@analiajimenalopez4666
2 ай бұрын
SO AMAZING AND HANDSOME BENJAMIN ORR ❤ YOU ARE THE ONE , I MISS YOU 😢 KISSES TO HEAVEN FROM ARGENTINA ❤
@sweetpea74403
14 жыл бұрын
Ah Ben.......beautiful, awesome Ben......
@Ticona2
10 ай бұрын
Gone but not forgotten!
@FredMorris-pc8ed
10 ай бұрын
if you like this you might like my brother’s music. his name is Stu Morris and 'Daisy' is a good song by him.
@russellj.s.257
Жыл бұрын
Just one year before he died I saw Benjamin Orr perform in a supergroup called Big People which consisted of him,Pat Travers,Liberty Jones,Derek St. Holmes and the singer guitarist from 38 Special.
@amerocker
Жыл бұрын
Jeff Carlisi of .38 Special. Jeff gave a great, long interview which is/was on KZitem. He talks about Ben Orr and Big People too.
@KittyGrizGriz
11 ай бұрын
Yes! Love the fact that Ben, being a true musician for life actually rocked until he physically couldn’t anymore, what a legacy he left for us. Bless his son…
@lonerwiththecamera
2 жыл бұрын
Elliot Easton is such a criminally underrated guitar player.
@user-al81147
6 ай бұрын
That kick at the start ⚡
@nancyperron3453
6 ай бұрын
One of my favorite bands. Benjamin is not only sexy as hell but also extremely talented.
@Gilbert_Dice_Gottfried
5 ай бұрын
Hard to believe Ben was in his 30’s in the band’s golden age. He definitely could’ve passed for early 20’s. It’s crazy how late they achieved fame. Especially since Ric is like 36 in this performance, I think. Ben and Ric persevered for a long time because they believed in themselves as musicians until they finally found the right band with great musicians. Ric really put in the time and effort to become an intricate and unique songwriter and same with Ben, who had a lot of time to perfect one of the greatest rock voices of all time. Not to mention playing great basslines while singing that well is incredibly hard. They will always be one of the greatest bands of all time. Each member was incredibly talented and in such different ways. You really can’t find a lot of bands that are this balanced while also having such variety. Despite the fact that they have kind of a “nerdy” aesthetic to them while also being so cool. They had such mystique and an elegant presence while also coming across as very casual and authentic.
@benny11letters
15 жыл бұрын
I totally agree with you there...I never get tired of watching him perform!!
@trudicartwright1410
Жыл бұрын
He was so beautiful my favourite cars song ❤
@79tazman
4 ай бұрын
I was born in 1979 and when I was 12 or 13 I got their first album on Cassette and I played the living life out of that tape I always thought it was a greatest hits but come to find out it was their first album and I know many bands have great first album but The Cars first was so much more than perfect.
@joywaban9458
Жыл бұрын
The great vocalist Ben Orr and his good looking face I'm inlove ❤️
@jamesdawson1666
4 ай бұрын
Benjamin is a legend for sure! hell all of the band remember growing up on these guys they make my top 10 bands of all time and can't live without there music
@gorizianopiratissimo
14 жыл бұрын
Ben O was a talented musician and a great singer and performer. Just listen to his voice LIVE. Talking garbage bout him because he was good looking is just stupid. Period. We miss u Ben
@adamscottv
2 жыл бұрын
This is a gem
@872521
Жыл бұрын
Best Hair Award, Male, has got to go to Benjamin Orr. The Cars were so fricking good on their first two albums! I am going to push the elephant in to the room- When the lead guitar player plays rhythm AND lead on the same song - "Win!"
@mariamalenta6574
10 ай бұрын
Beautiful Benjamin❤
@FredMorris-pc8ed
10 ай бұрын
if you like this you might like my brother’s music. his name is Stu Morris and 'Daisy' is a good song by him.
@timemusic3600
2 жыл бұрын
This song is a masterpiece.. It was a privilege for me to have lived in the 80's... 💎💎💎 ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
@rainmanx63
14 жыл бұрын
High School 1979. Cruisin' in our cars (remember when that wasn't a crime?) listening to "The Cars". Ben Orr was a gifted vocalist...he sounded better live than recorded, and hell yeah I'm jealous, he was a damn good looking guy. If I was only half that good looking...rest in peace man, thanks for the good times.
@karenstoddard8278
Жыл бұрын
Same here. Those were the best nights, cruising in my bf’s 69 Camaro blasting the hell out of this album. Benjamin was one in a million; talented, gorgeous, and from all accounts, a nice human. Let the good times roll :)
@ladylovestotalk
13 жыл бұрын
Wow the eyes tell all, beautiful
@CraigMaxwell-gz3vw
8 ай бұрын
Same as the record but just different enough to know these guys aren’t lip syncing. What a great band!
@jmichaelE68
2 жыл бұрын
Benjamin Orr, sexiest MF'ing lead singer of all time.
@peter12266
2 жыл бұрын
:)
@iwantthe80sback59
2 жыл бұрын
Toss up between Benjamin Orr and Michael Hutchence. RIP gentlemen.
@kathygrinder3076
2 жыл бұрын
@@iwantthe80sback59 Benjamin Orr
@iwantthe80sback59
2 жыл бұрын
@@kathygrinder3076 What say you about Roger Taylor back in the day?
@mikehoskins56
Жыл бұрын
Flawless performance of this song.
@steverose1977
3 жыл бұрын
Ben Orr. The world is worse without him.
@scottdunham584
2 ай бұрын
Amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@suzanneoshannessy7666
Жыл бұрын
Gorgeous talented man
@babalui66
Ай бұрын
I saw The Cars in the 80's at McNichols Arena in Denver CO. Wang Chung was the opening act. Great times and good memories. I'm glad that I was able to see them.
@iloveblueguitars688
8 жыл бұрын
you're the one that always set the stage
@timreding4364
9 ай бұрын
The Cars had so many GREAT songs!!! The list is endless!!! The BEST song, though is " Bye, Bye Love..."
@charlottecannon8144
3 жыл бұрын
This was just what I needed several times today!!! What a freaking gorgeous man🥰
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