Everyone that has listened to him knew! He’s had 420 hit singles and sold over 100 million records worldwide. He had hits in several genres. He was also the a great actor.
@marklichnovsky6534
3 жыл бұрын
Need to check out Kenny and Lionel duet awesome
@Almcingrid3663
3 жыл бұрын
@@marklichnovsky6534 I have! Lionel is one of my favorites!
@destinyreelly2974
3 жыл бұрын
That’s exactly what I said to myself. We knew!!! Soooo many great songs. And if y’all don’t love “Six Pack”, we have a problem. 😉❤️
@lincolnlewis6979
3 жыл бұрын
I was smiling when he asked who knew.. I was saying the same thing you said...everyone knew😊😊
@steveporter2927
3 жыл бұрын
@@jennhurl Charlie Rich was the Silver Fox. KR was the Gambler for obvious reasons.
@traceyraffle6675
3 жыл бұрын
I second that the live version of Kenny and Lionel singing this together is worth a watch...their longtime friendship definitely comes through :)
@Annicaha
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, that filled my heart with love
@kimberlinibambini1988
3 жыл бұрын
Yesssss!
@phineaspepper3530
3 жыл бұрын
Yes, that one is so good too. Kenny is honoring Lionel and tells the story of how he got him to write the song for him, and then Lionel comes on stage, and they sing it together. So good!
@phineaspepper3530
3 жыл бұрын
Kenny does so many good ballads. Love him singing "We've Got Tonight" with Sheena Easton. Actually, I liked seeing him and Dolly sing it at his concert. It was really good. I am a sucker for 80s ballads.
@amberburris5674
3 жыл бұрын
YES!!!!
@katherinebosse5706
3 жыл бұрын
I think even Kenny knew this performance was Lightening in a Bottle. ❤️🔥❤️🔥
@lindamathias6230
3 жыл бұрын
Many of us didn't see this as a country song. We thought of it more as R&B sung by a country singer. Kenny Rogers was well respected because he was a great singer. Kenny's voice was like velvet. He made this song a hit. Beautiful, just beautiful.
@wnsafford1854
3 жыл бұрын
Lady is the epitome of a "crossover" song, charting on 4 different Billboard charts, #1 on 3 of them (Country, Hot 100 & Adult Contemporary), but it only hit #42 on Top Soul Singles.
@theghost6412
3 жыл бұрын
Kenny did a lot of music exploration and sung several different genres. Although he was more well known for his country
@Qui-Dad-Jinn
2 жыл бұрын
True story.
@kestrelle5345
3 жыл бұрын
I don't ever remember you smiling like that, Van. Cheers.
@BeckyTodd-xy7cd
4 ай бұрын
I've never seen your reaction to a song like you reacted to this. You never quit moving or smiling...loved it
@deborahloveless429
8 ай бұрын
You asked who knew Kenny could sing like this? Lional Richie did!
@jeremywilson7975
5 күн бұрын
We did - for 40+ years now. I love that this generation is hearing him.
@karenogle5385
2 жыл бұрын
Kenny was great and his voice gave me chills. I loved him growing up.
@melvawerner7272
3 ай бұрын
OMG I love this song!! My husband and I danced to this 40 yrs ago
@leeannnnnn
2 жыл бұрын
Saw him in 78 i was 10…loved him…rip kenny❤️
@jamescutler8055
3 жыл бұрын
Song writers loved getting Kenny to sing their songs. He crossed multiple genres and was a likeable guy. Songs would sell and he always gave the writer credit.
@80slady7
3 жыл бұрын
All I wanted was a man that I knew felt that way about me & that I could be his Lady! Blessed to have that in my life! Kenny Rogers was my crush 😍
@robertwalker1803
3 жыл бұрын
An absolute beauty written by talent and sung by talent…
@AS-zk6hz
11 ай бұрын
We knew how he could sing. A multi talented singer. Saw him in concert Aurora Illinois. He was fabulous
@rosamorales5282
3 жыл бұрын
I'm a lady who NEVER to this day was loved like the song says but for a moment listening to this I could ♥ pretend. RIP 🙏 Kenny and thank you.
@marilynk30
3 жыл бұрын
I knew! ♥️😁 He was a gift! Loved him! RIP Kenny Rogers! 🙏
@kathernsparks3513
Жыл бұрын
Lionel Richie knew where this song belonged. He trusted Kenny with something he wrote.
@katheerobinson8221
2 жыл бұрын
Kenny Rogers has a voice like no one else. I have seen him in concert five times and every one of them were awesome. I had the biggest crush on him when I was a young girl.👏👏👏👏👏❤❤
@marknestell5897
3 жыл бұрын
The music back in the day was great
@pg6720
3 жыл бұрын
Talent. No autotune
@karenlee4874
3 жыл бұрын
"Who knew Kenny Rogers could sing like this"........Everyone lol
@daniedel6333
2 жыл бұрын
You made me laugh so much!! 🤣 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 when you started talking about drawers I about DIED but sir you are correct, many drawers were probably thrown at him. Thanks for this reaction.
@staleo8497
3 жыл бұрын
My mama most definitely threw her drawers on stage at his concert back in the day. She’s 76 now and has zero regrets about it.
@diannegrimm9973
2 жыл бұрын
Listen to Ruby oh my God I was 16 when I first heard him and fell in love with that cry in his voice. I am now 68. And I still love his voice.
@amy161774
2 жыл бұрын
I've been in love with that man since I was 5 yrs old dude. I took his record to show & tell in kindergarten.😁 That would've been '79. He's always been one of my #1's. Conway Twitty's another good one.
@papamoose13
5 ай бұрын
They say Kenny was the President of the "panty-droppers club" lol , my mom LOVED him , and I hope she got a big ole hug from him up in heaven. I think of my mom every time I hear one of his songs.
@kimberlyellis7347
3 жыл бұрын
Kenny Rodgers was a living legend! ♥️
@gdhaney136
2 жыл бұрын
I did. My parents were friends with a couple that owned a horse ranch. They played cards, and played Kenny, Dolly et al on repeat. I had no choice but to love them both.
@sukioki6983
3 жыл бұрын
Im 46 and I knew he could sing like this! My parents and grandparents loved him! He is fantastic!
@janefones5505
2 жыл бұрын
What a great performance. What a Great singer..Enjoy
@karenmiller9928
2 жыл бұрын
This was our first dance song at our wedding, 40 years ago. Still my favorite song and we still dance to it.
@bobbiewall3699
Жыл бұрын
Yes he's a true legend rip kenny
@tinamarie7422
3 ай бұрын
OMG I am LMAO... yeah he took all them drawers!! Your reaction is priceless 🤣🤣🤣
@patrickbateman7369
3 жыл бұрын
We all knew Kenny Rodgers could sing like that. He's done it his whole career
@marcieharreld286
3 жыл бұрын
We ALL knew he could sing like that!!! His voice is PERFECTION!!!🤘🤘🎶🎼🎵🥁🎸🎧
@hardytaylor9560
2 ай бұрын
I knew he could sing like that 😊
@melanieheathbeasley133
3 жыл бұрын
I knew! Grew up on this. Danced to Kenny Rogers with my Daddy at my wedding. I was a total Daddy’s girl and danced to “Through the years”. Man, made me start crying thinking about it.
@hollylewis6631
3 жыл бұрын
This was my MOST favorite song to slow dance to. Almost every guy knew the words and would sing them (badly most of the time) to the girl he was dancing with. We loved it.
@rshak663
3 жыл бұрын
Kenny was a bad man in his day. Brother had skills
@randipearson4930
3 жыл бұрын
I knew !! My 83 yr old mom has taken me to see him in concert 5 times !! No joke .. she loves him and I do too !! And I’m 46… lol 😂 👍❤️❤️😘😘
@labchic97
3 жыл бұрын
I have always loved this song and Kenny Rogers. RIP
@chadslife8171
3 жыл бұрын
Lionel and Kenny's friendship and how they respected each other was so great!
@lyndagolding7290
3 жыл бұрын
This song is like a gift to all the guys out there, because when a guy dances with his lady to this song you know she will melt into his arms lol
@reneebush2399
3 жыл бұрын
Yup!
@lindazee
2 жыл бұрын
Amen to that!
@wendymacraild5204
3 ай бұрын
Yes, sweetie, we knew!!! Kenny Rogers was A TRUE LEGEND!!!!! Please go to Wikipedia and look at all of his many, many, many awards/accolades, etc. He sold more than 100 million albums!
@70s80sVintage
6 ай бұрын
Kenny and Lionel were the masters...and they came together to write and sing the best romantic song that was ever created. They are truly a brilliant team.
@mariakawiti4508
2 жыл бұрын
You have a very MOVING SOULFULLEST APPRECIATIVE VOICE WHEN YOU SING!!..THANKYOU AGAIN!!
@TexasMagnolia
3 жыл бұрын
RIP Kenny. One of his biggest hit “Sweet Music Man”; Kenny wrote it to outlaw Legend, Waylon Jennings.
@jacqueline4514
3 жыл бұрын
Yes Yes Yes!!!!!!! What a performance; Lionel’s song with Kenny’s deep, sexy delivery; PERFECT 🔥
@Country_boy-sz3bn
3 жыл бұрын
R.I.P. to the legend Kenny Rogers.
@badassmamabear6640
3 жыл бұрын
My mom was in love with him. Every time his song came on she couldn’t do a thing but sit and listen. His record was the second album I ever got. Elvis was the first.
@rhondahenley9250
2 жыл бұрын
With a voice like Mr. Rogers and a MASTER LOVE SONG WRITER like LIONEL RICHEY this song could not help but be MAGICAL!
@Triggerhippie70
Жыл бұрын
This man was something so special! And this song is one of the ultimate Lovesongs it has every ingredient for a love song, beautiful instrumental, music, amazing voice, and the most romantic lyrics
@diannegrimm9973
3 жыл бұрын
Yes sir ever since the first song he ever released back in the 60's called RUBY
@lisaimhof6549
2 жыл бұрын
I asked my fiancé to start writing out songs he would like included in our wedding playlist this was one of them. He’s not a sentimental guy and has a hard time saying how he feels when I saw this song and really listened to the words. Man it makes me love and appreciate him so much more. The waterworks are on in full effect 🥺😭🥰
@krissanders987
3 жыл бұрын
That voice gives me chills. Idk if everyone else gets that feel good chills when he sang this classic. He had a killer smooth and macho voice
@mikemck4796
3 жыл бұрын
Definitely an underrated voice.
@cbradley16
3 жыл бұрын
He is one of the greatest country singer… ever!!!
@art3mis290
3 жыл бұрын
Lionel sings this with Kenny at an awards ceremony for Lionel. The love they share while singing it on stage makes me cry! Please check it out! Love your reaction, I kept my drawers on. lol
@bigwaylon
3 жыл бұрын
And on top of that, you get the back story of the song being written. Even if you don’t react to it, it’s worth watching the story/duet. They have one at the Lionel tribute…but also one on Crossroads.
@wnsafford1854
3 жыл бұрын
@@bigwaylon In a later interview, Lionel added to the story, making it even funnier. He said the 1 word he had was actually "Baby", but when he & Kenny met for the 1st time, Kenny kept going on & on about his wife, repeatedly calling her a Lady, so when they got around to talking about the song & Kenny asked the title, Lionel blurted out "Lady."
@thebrhinocerous
3 жыл бұрын
Yes, there is a true love and friendship there, and you don't get to see that too often on a musical stage anymore...and to know that it's persisted at least since the 70s is awesome.
@thomass5169
2 жыл бұрын
@@wnsafford1854 Thank you, I did not know that. Awesome.
@Mara-sim
Жыл бұрын
Hey man, I had the distinct pleasure of growing up listening to him and many other wonderful singers! He is a treasure!
@lancereed1631
2 жыл бұрын
I have listened to him all my life! And man I am in tears watching your reaction! Appreciate you Mr. Van !!
@ursulaturner7980
3 жыл бұрын
I knew but I'm almost 50 sooooo... Lol He was just awesome 🤯💯❤
@8cylinderstolife737
3 жыл бұрын
That’s what a G looks like. Straight up Gangsta
@makalabeckerleg1109
3 жыл бұрын
He’s been singing this to me since I was 12,,,, I had the pleasure of listening to these legends since then....❤️
@evacook3304
6 ай бұрын
Kenny , Lionel, whichever sang this song increased the population. this was so popular that made every couples night.
@mistymikus2438
2 жыл бұрын
Spectacular reaction... 1. U have a great voice 2. U know how to enjoy the music for what it is!❤
@joycejohnson3973
3 жыл бұрын
Yes, I knew. Kenny Rogers has always had a great voice.
@victorialynnhickman
Жыл бұрын
He still makes me cry. ♥️ I loved him growing up. Lionel too. ♥️
@shwicaz
3 жыл бұрын
Love that hat, man. Give you EVEN MORE character...if that can be believed! This song is so beautiful. Loved watching your facial expressions.
@laurie-lionessnotaewe5902
2 жыл бұрын
Me! I’ve known since I was 5 yrs old, when this song came out. I actually remember watching this on TV. Love him, may he Rest In Peace.
@sharibryant458
3 жыл бұрын
LEGENDARY 💜💜💜SEEING YOUR BIG SMILE THE WHOLE SONG SAYS IT ALL!!!😍😘
@valdannfamr.2430
3 жыл бұрын
😍 Oooo...LOVE Kenny Roger's and Lady! This beautiful song was such a Huge hit back in the day. I still have my 45" vinyl record of this song 😉✌🌼🌻🌼
@debitaylor2101
3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely I knew, even saw him sing this in concert when it first came out.
@carolynnewcomb2153
3 жыл бұрын
Clearly Lionel is a master story teller and he knew Kenny would deliver like no other!
@spaceman5734
Жыл бұрын
They were great friends
@carolynschmidt7672
2 жыл бұрын
I knew. Also one of the most amazing psychedelic 60s rock songs...Kenny Rogers & the First Edition... Just dropped in to see what condition my condition was in. Amazing. So STRONG!
@joannedungan8381
3 жыл бұрын
I knew he could sing like that since I first heard him with the first edition singing somethings burning
@T1625-w7d
2 жыл бұрын
Kenny Rogers was my first concert. I was a child and a huge fan of the Gambler and Coward of the County. I think this was the tour that my parents took me to. He is funny in is monologues about the songs, but man can he sing. I am pretty sure lots of babies were made with this song in the background.
@rogergabriel7261
Жыл бұрын
Best reaction ever--sorry I haven't seen it before-but glad I finally have--keep it going LFR---Kenny Rogers the best ever in his genre ---Thank you
@joannamcpeak7531
3 жыл бұрын
I knew..😀 This song gives me chills
@pathutchison8634
Жыл бұрын
You asked who none I did he was the stud of the late 70 and the eighties. No one can ever compair. He was magnificent 😍
@cynthiahammon9886
3 жыл бұрын
Lol, I knew Kenny Rogers could sing like that!!
@lindalightfoot9837
3 ай бұрын
I knew. This song is earmarked as a song for my handfasting.
@cruzfamily7777
3 жыл бұрын
We knew, I've been listening to Kenny Roger's for years!!!
@kathylutz948
3 жыл бұрын
Van, you just make me smile so much when I watch your reactions! Thank you for that!
@finallythere100
8 ай бұрын
We knew… Kenny Roger’s Lady, Dolly Parton I Will Always Love You and Willie Nelson You Were Always on My Mind - what a time it was!
@christinafisk9657
2 жыл бұрын
Grew up listening to all types of music. Thanks to my dad. Beautiful song and talent singer. 💜🙏💜🌸
@krismcpike3216
2 жыл бұрын
He certainly had a voice, timeless and amazing. Thank you for sharing discovering and enjoying some classics. It's a joy to see your smile listening for the first time. Now, my generation....your reaction to Bon Jovi! Could watch that a million times!!! Bless you and your family. Thank you for bringing smiles in times we all need it.
@debrasill3678
Жыл бұрын
Your reaction was hilarious 🤣 loved it! And so true...one of the most beautiful songs, I love his voice 😍
@danielwilliams6952
3 жыл бұрын
Lol i knew. I've been listening to kenny Rogers since i was 5 yrs old (35 yrs ago). He is a legend
@Chamomileable
3 жыл бұрын
There's a lot of similarity between soul and country. Both genres are full of stories of heartbreak, love, loss, victory, and defeat. They get stereotyped as "white" music and "black" music, but truthfully we all have a lot more in common than many people would admit.
@jeanday9747
2 жыл бұрын
Totally agree with you. Music can bring people together no matter what.
@Peter-oh3hc
3 жыл бұрын
Sometimes the live version is the best. It's wonderful when it happens
@winsomeblandford1076
Ай бұрын
❤love Kenny
@martinsmusic1724
3 жыл бұрын
A lady friend told me that when Kenny sang this live, there wasn't a dry seat in the house.
@jeanday9747
2 жыл бұрын
She was right. I was standing in front of a stage just crying my eyes out when Kenny was singing this song. Felt like he was singing each and every one of us. Unforgettable.
@yorkiemom6144
2 жыл бұрын
@@jeanday9747 Don't think that's what Martin was referring to, lol
@tracismith708
3 жыл бұрын
Hey there! New here! Yes sir… this song made the panties fly off!!! Kenny could do that after the first note! RIP to one of the greatest voices you will ever hear.
@LFRFAMILY
3 жыл бұрын
Welcome to the LFR Family!
@justmejoy124
2 жыл бұрын
Oh heck how did I miss this one. One of my all time favs. Gives me the goosebumps Everytime still today
@onestgermain
3 жыл бұрын
We knew!
@LN-Lifer
3 жыл бұрын
Love how you don't just read a sponsor's ads but actually make a humorous and informative little bit for it
@ThePatriotPoet23
3 жыл бұрын
BEST REACTION EVER
@MaggieHighlyFavoured
5 ай бұрын
Ever so often, i come back to your channel to watch your review of Lady. It always makes me laugh so much. One of the best reviews of this song to date.
@angelika_munkastrap4634
8 ай бұрын
Of course I knew - he’s one of my fave singers of all time haha
@teefree7611
3 жыл бұрын
Great reaction to a great song. Kenny Rogers was an incredible singer.
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