And Then I Heard... Phil Collins Against All Odds (Reaction!!)

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Did you know he sang in England just hours before. He flew on Concord to make it happen. Only musician to play on two continents in one day. Phil rocks !!!

Phil doesn't NEED glitz dancing around the stage half naked and all the gimmicks attached to it! HE has everything that represents PURE UNADULTERATED TALENT! This is what makes an ARTIST and a LEGEND. PHIL has it ALL!!!

I know it's a small thing but I love when he hits a wrong note on the piano, towards the beginning of the song, smiles and moves on with, possibly, more focus. Life long performers always seem to rise above any mistake while they're performing. So cool

Said Collins: "That song was written during my first divorce. My first wife and the kids had gone and I was left there. The song was written out of experience as opposed to a 'what if' song. If that personal stuff had not happened to me at the time, I probably would never have made an album, and if I was to have made an album eventually, it probably would have been a jazz/rock thing. Without that stuff I wouldn't have felt the stuff I felt sitting at a piano night after night, day after day writing stuff." peace out

He also write the songs! Someone told him once that he "didn't have the face" to be a front man with the group! He sure proved them wrong!

Phil writes his own music.too. Words, music, arrangements...Total genius.

Above all else, he's a drummer. One of the best.

Phil Collins is a massive talent. How ever much credit he gets, it aint enough.

Against All Odds was written, composed and performed by Phil for the movie of the same name. It looks like this performance was from Live Aid on 7/13/85. The concert was held at Wembly Stadium in England and at RFK Stadium in Philly yo help raise money for the Ethiopian famine. Phil performed in BOTH countries that day by flying from London to Philly. Queen’s performance at this concert is regarded by many as the greatest live set in rock history. It’s great that you appreciate singer/songwriters. You need to hear some early Genesis with Phil. 🔥

He sang with Genesis since 1970 thru the 90s, so you are right, his voice can carry over a rock band, but still sound so good. He is pitch perfect and has impeccable timing. His emotion is so, so well felt. (oh, and he played leading roles is a couple movies too!)

P.S. he got asked once how he rated himself...he said I'm a songwriter first, a drummer second and a singer third, he never even mentions his piano playing 🤣 I would have kidnapped and married Phil if I'd have got close enough, 🙄

He’s also been acting - “Buster” from 1988

This performance is from the Live Aid concert in 1985. He was the only performer to play live at both places on different sides of the globe on the same day. Phil Collins played this song, and then a few with Sting at Wembley Stadium in England, then jumped on an SST jet to Philadelphia, where the other half of the concert was being performed. He arrived in time to play with Eric Clapton, and just for kicks, sat in on drums with Led Zeppelin for their set. Also being a huge fan of Tool, you should know that the members of that band were influenced by Genesis (Phil's band). You should listen to the studio version of Mama, by Genesis. In my opinion, it is one of Phil's best vocal performances. It will give you chills. You fell down the wide rabbit hole with Tool, and it is just as wide with the band Genesis. Both with Peter Gabriel as the lead singer, then Phil. I enjoy your reactions. Keep up the good work.

There's not many singers that can paint a picture with lyrics like Phil Collins can.

He played every instrument on his album 'Both sides', that he recorded on his own. He also can switch languages as he sings, proven by the extras on the Tarzan cartoon Disney film. It is amazing how he went from being a great drummer in a band so much more.

Phil Collins was a true musician. He understands the music he writes, tone, pitch, melody, and harmony down to the notes on the page. He plays multiple instruments and wasn't a 1 trick pony. He wrote some of the best songs I've heard outside of my love of hard rock/heavy metal.

"And you coming back to me, is against the odds, and that's what I've got to face ..." People need to hear this, as true today as the time he wrote it

Don't you love it when he flubs the piano. He's is so amazing.

May favorite Phil Collins song ever. Always gives me chills.

When Phil Collins was young he played the drums for Muddy Waters at the Chicago blues festival and played the drums for Eric Clapton in the 1980 at one of Eric’s concerts This man was just God given talent He could play instruments and had a great and unique voice and some of the best song writing skills on the planet

I will never forget seeing him live in 2018 (and I waited for this concert since 30 years!) he was opening the concert with this song… I bursted into tears like a 13 year old Teenie and couldn’t stop crying ! It was just overwhelming!

Some of his deepest, heartfelt music came from his divorce...the most heartwrenching to me is:
If Leaving Me Is Easy...I hope you will react to it..ty..💞✌️

Phil is amazing. You have to hear the song as played on the radio...great drums!!!

Phil’s catalogue runs deep and worth a deep dive. What a wordsmith 💞

March 6th 2024, Phil Collins can sing every instrument known to man

This is my all-time favorite song of his. And yes, he does write pretty much everything he's put out. He's done a few covers, but his catalogue is about 98% original.

Take Me Home and I Wish it Would Rain Down are two of my fave Phil Collins songs. Another great artist you should check out is Simply Red, the official music video of Holding Back the Years is a must. Man that's a gorgeous song. Mitch Hucknall is the lead singer.

He looks like every supervisor I've worked for😂😂😂...too funny

In 1985 Phil was considered the hardest working performer for playing Live Aid at Wembley and then hopped the Concord the same day to perform Live Aid in Philly. Iconic!!!

The mistake was so cute 👍🏼
Voice of an angel

Phil’s penmanship is outstanding!!!! So says Austin Tx!!!!! 😎🍸

I recommend "Mama" from Genesis, where you get to hear Phil's excellent vocals and the band's compelling musicianship. I saw them on that tour, and it was jaw--dropping.

There was a movie ‘AGAINST ALL ODDS!” THis was the thyme song. Love the song, loved the movie!

Mike Rutherford of Genesis started recording as a solo singer with his band Mike & The Mechanics after Phil Collins had gone solo. Mike had a No.1 before Phil did though, with his song The Living Years.

Phil Collins and Phillip Bailey - Easy Lover
This song is legit GOATED.

Congrats on listening to more than "In the Air Tonight". Phil Collins is obviously more than a one hit wonder. Check out my personal favorite "I Wish it Would Rain Down", which has a great music video...

Agreed!! He's an amazing song writer!!

Phil is just a phenomenal music artist.

Phil Collins can play pretty much every instrument on that stage 😅

He was originally just the drummer of Genesis, but when the original lead singer, Peter Gabriel, yes, the guy that sings "Sledgehammer" with the crazy music video that played 47 times a day on Mtv back when it first came out in May of 1986 when i was 12...i definitely remember it well. When Genesis started auditioning new lead singers, Phil would sing and teach the songs to the prospective singers, and when no one really seemed right for the band, they more and more started to realize that their new lead singer had been their old drummer the whole time lol. So Phil actually did an "audition" and they all decided he was the best fit and that's history. Best decision they ever made. I think Phil is better than Peter Gabriel as the lead singer of Genesis all day. Peter is great as a solo artist as well, obviously, he had great success. Phil is a great, legendary solo artist as well, and Mike Rutherford, with his "side project" did pretty great as well, that would be Mike and the Mechanics. The whole band oozes freaking talent from all sides.

This was my introduction to music 12 years old when I heard it and fell in love with music

You should listen to the original track with drums, if you haven't already. Also, Rick Beato does a great breakdown of this song, highlighting some of the things you mentioned in the video (songwriting, pain, "nobody does pain like Phil :-))". Great reaction, thank you!!

I've never heard him be off key ever. But he did make a piano key mistake at the top of the song. Still to me he is Legend!

What a pro! Mistake made, wry smile, and then soldier on without missing a beat. Back to the song with all the emotion we have come to expect from this man. Great tone, pitch, and timbre.

Love Phil Collins, and your reactions to him! Thank you. 🥰

I've always loved this song Polo !! Thanks for your reaction to it

I sang this in band I was in a million years ago. I had broken up with my husband and was heartbroken and devastated emotionally. It was difficult AF to sing but life saving at the same time. It made for great pathos, the chick singer, eyes closed, belting it out with tears streaming down her face, as the lights faded to black... Ah, those were the days 🥺

When this song was released, I had just broken up with a long time love. I cried over this song hundreds of times. Thank you, Phil Collins, for helping me through a heartbreak. I will always Iove your music.

Phil Collins is a musical legend. And a great, impressive song writer. His lyrics hit hard. But other than that, he is good people too. He gives a lot to charity. Love him. ❤️

Phil will always be a legend in my mind. Thank you for pointing out and showing appreciation for how multitalented this man is. Hoping for a time when “musicians” and “bands” that actually play instruments becomes the norm again. ❤

Always have loved Phil...so talented ANDHas famous daughter..she's an actress. LILY Collins!

Hold on My Heart is my favorite Phil Collins song.

I'm from the 80s and believe me , I never missed his presentation here in California L.A.

Perfection at it's best......Phil is just amazing...I would love to meet him, just to sit and talk ....

Phill collins was my dads favourite he died when i was 6 months old and he was 22. He used to sing all these songs to my mum so they are very special to me.
One more night is a great song (played at my dads funeral)
Dont care anymore another great
Obviously in the air tonight

This movie was where I first heard Phil Collins. Usually a drummer as in Genesis and their singer left and they went out on their own And we got to see the Phil Collins and how great he was!

"Sussudio" is another great one from Phil

This is my favorite Phil Collins song. My 2nd is probably easy lover. I believe that features a guy from Earth wind and fire potentially which just makes the song complete.

Phil Collins is a BEAST....

This was one of my top 3 fav songs back in the 1980s. I watched that Live Aid performance so many times, as we'd taped it when it originally aired.

I am soooo Happy that you found him!

So fantastic Phil... much love. 💜

Man on the corner always gets me. Phil goes deep. Enjoyed. Thanks.

This song was written for the movie of the same name! Starring Jeff Bridges and Rachel Ward back in 1984. I loved the movie and the song and Phil Collin’s, who, unfortunately is suffering from a terrible disease and cannot sing or play instruments anymore!😢

My all time favourite song. Thank you🥰

Consider he just flew on the Concord from London to make this Live Aid performance. Loved the 80s…and Phil. Thanks Polo

Live aid he played in England then jump on the now non-existent Concorde with was a three hours trans Atlantic flight and performed in Philly later that day, that’s how popular an artist he is. He is amazing

One of my favorite songs --and performances--by Phil Collins. That little smile, when he hit the wrong piano key, just captured my heart.

This song was a 1985 nominated song for Best Song.

Have loved PC for 40 yrs. His voice unforgettable.
Check out another great voice - Roy Orbison vocal range - I'm Cryin', Running Scared, etc....

Have you ever listened to Hall and Oates, one of my fave duos ever from late 70s-80s; check out their songs She's Gone and Sara Smile to start, they had a huge string of hits back in the day!

Phil Collins is amazing. This is a live concert that was held in Philly. I saw him a couple of years later in NY in a stadium. This is also from a movie with Jeff Bridges and James Woods. Movie is very god also.

He's also been in a few movies. A man of many talents 👍🏻

Polo I gotta say--I watch a lot of reaction videos, and yours are the very best. Your attention to detail, your comments that are dead on, and your appreciation for every facet of the artist's performances really sets you apart from all the others on KRplus. Thank you for doing what you do, especially with the Phil Collins and classic rock music.

i remember being 16 years old and on my first holiday in wales without my parents
me and my mate in a tent in a field surrounded by sheep listening to this in the early hours of the morning on a little crappy radio,,, mr collins will always be a legend for that day,,,,

You'll love Phil singing--the song MAMA...great emotion and intensity. He wails on it.

Phil Collins to me just represents music in 80’s/90’s. He’s the voice.

I agree, song writing brilliant, and the voice, and the emotion he effortlessly portrays. The man's a genius! ❤👏🥳

This song is from the movie 'Against All Odds', with Jeff Bridges, Rachel Ward and James Woods. Good movie; great song. 😊

You couldn't have picked a better song baby.... Good on you ☺️☺️☺️

One of the GOATS. Sad that he can no longer play the drums but man he was so so talented.

He sang this song in the movie “Against All Odds”. I think this song was written after his divorce.

I don't know if Phil was underrated, but he was definitely underestimated. Not only has he done some great songs, but he is a legendary pioneering drummer who appeared on alot of other artists' records. People don't know all he's done. He's GOAT in his own right.

Phil Collins won a Grammy and an Oscar for that song. He wrote it for the movie "Against All Odds."

I love this. Awesome reaction!!
I saw this live on TV when I was 9 years old...still gives me chills to this day!

“he looks like every supervisor I’ve ever worked for” 😂 This is so good

You were trying to find a word to describe Phil Collins' voice. For me it has always been.... haunting.

He's also a talented actor. As a kid he played the Artful Dodger in 'Oliver' the musical in the West End (famous theatre district of London). Thats probably why he can project his voice so well.

Phil Collins's voice is just amazing and live and it is so flawless.

You HAVE to listen to their 60s & early 70s stuff-genius!!! Albums “Selling England by the Pound”; A Trick of the Tail”; “Nursery Crimes”; “The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway”; Wind & Wuthering” & MORE! Your mind will be BLOWN!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

Polo, I've been listening to Phil since the '70s, so it gives me such joy to see you react to one of his big early hits. This was used as the theme to a film of the same name. Collins has been a major force in many of our lives. Sadly, now suffering from Parkinson's disease. Love your reactions. You have a great ability to hear and see the nuances of the songs and artists.

At the same time I got goosebumps, you smiled. You felt these words too😊

This is my favorite Phil song of all time. When his voice breaks a little on the hook, I get chills every time I hear it. Saw him live for the 3rd time in 2019. I wish him well, I know he's having some health problems. He is a true legend

Good morning Polo and to all. Phil has a way of taking you on a journey ~¤~ "not only through his voice but his expressions and every instrument he plays." When I can, I will be buying you a cup of coffee ☕️ ! Thank you for taking the journey with us as well. Much Respect and Gratitude---->>🦅🎶💫

Another Day in Paradise, Dance into the Light, Both Sides of the Story, I Can't Dance(studio track, loud!), Invisible Touch, I Missed Again, I don't Care Anymore, Don't Lose My Number, Susudio, One More Night, Take Me Home, I Wish it Would Rain Down(official video), Do you Remember, Something Happened on the Way to Heaven, Everyday...and so many many more.

My favorite album is Face Value. He wrote it while going through a divorce and he leaves his heart in every song

GREAT movie!!! Context.
This is LIVE AID 85'
He played in England
Then flew to Philly to play the same day.
I was there.

I started seeing these reactions from In The Air Tonight, next Another Day In Paradise and now this, it's like travelling in time, both to the past and the future. A paradoxic ride.

I recommend "That's All" by Genesis (lead singer/songwriter, Phil Collins) 👍