Hey Marty, I agree with all that you said about him. I grew up in Queens and went to Bryant High in Astoria, class of 1957. Went to many of the great Alan Freed Shows at the Brooklyn Paramount and a devoted fan of the doo wop era, still today.... I was fortunate to see Johnny live in a performance at Cohasset Music Circus in Massachusetts many years ago. A sad day when he passed.
I am genuine baby boomer with a love of romance and Johnny Maestro surely enhanced romance in all of us. Maybe, he is leading the angelic choirs in heaven.
@bailey0152 This was recorded in May 1999 for the PBS concert "Doo Wop 50" at Pittsburgh's Benedum Center. Johnny was sixty years old then. The DVD of the concert is available at online music retailers, such as amazon.
i consider myself fortunate to have grown up in the 50's, lived near NYC, and have been a part of the great doo-wop era. Johnny was one of the very best. RIP.
I was always going to go on that rock in roll/ doo wop cruise with Johnny and others out of N.Y., but never made it. Always next year I thought. Just shows you that you need to make up your mind and go for it before it is too late. God rest his soul. At least I had the pleasure of growing up with him and learning (re-learning) to appreciate how great this music (and Johnny especially) was/is to the world.
Hi! My name is John "Marty" Trautman, co-founder & member of a New York City doo-wop group known as "The Chevrons". Johnny & I were schoolmates at C.E. Hughes H.S. on 18th Street in Manhattan. Johnny graduated in '56 & I in '57. Many times I would walk into the bathroom to hear Johnny & a few guys doo-woppin'. Those were the days! In my opinion, Johnny was the GREATEST LEAD SINGER in the doo-wop era! The Lord took him home, but we still have the pleasure of listening to his golden voice. AMEN
Ive seen him about about 10 or 12 times in my life, he sang 16 to my daughter on her 16th birthday in new jersey in a school yard where went to see him with shirley alston reeves from the shirelles i asked him on his break when they came back he said to kelly simon happy birthday hell be forever in my heart rest in peace johhny
My only reget is that I never met Johnny, he was 12 yrs older than me & very influential in my own Music career, listening to him sing & trying to copy him I see how no one could because he was in a league of his own, I mention him every night I'm on stage & still listen to him every day...Tears roll down my face as I write this & I thank him for everything he's done & if it wasn't for Johnny I may have never became an entertainer.Though I never met you in my heart I call you friend... RIP
The Brooklyn Bridge did the Middlesex Co, (NJ) Fall Cotiilion in 1968, just when "Worst that Could Happen" was climbing the charts. Johnny was a consumete professional ...giving a "casino" level performance for an event he could have blown off.
I saw Johnny at one of his Park concerts on Long Island he was the best.. I'll miss music and performances more than any other entertainer. Rich K "The Fairlanes"
johnny was a great inspiration to me. i knew him very well. i drove him in a limo to all of his new york shows. i was also at his wakr and funeral and i am lost with out him. he was like a dad to me. johnny was not a singer he was a person who loved his job. you asked him if he was a singer he said no i am a person who expresses my feelings with music. not only is he a talented guy but he is a great person and friend to all. we will miss u dearly and thank you johnny for all the years. rip
this song came out the year I turned 16 and I always thought it was meant for me. Never had the chance to see Johnny Maestro in person, but I'll always remember him
Johnny's gone - the worst that could happen. Thanks Johnny for the many years of fabulous music that you provided to us mere mortals. Calling all angels - Heaven was missing an angel and now he's come home.
May 7, 2010 would have been Johnny Maestro's 71st birthday. I'm sure the angels in Heaven are singing HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Johnny, and the candles will glow forever. Johnny, you and your music will remain in my heart forever. ♫♥♫♥♫
Topaz, one of Johnny's Angels at JohnnyMaestroFans on Yahoo
May 7, 2010 would have been Johnny Maestro's 71st birthday. I'm sure the angels in Heaven are singing HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Johnny, and the candles will glow forever. Johnny, you and your music will remain in my heart forever. ♫♥♫♥♫
Topaz, one of Johnny's Angels at JohnnyMaestroFans on Yahoo
Thank you Johnny Maestro for all great times listening to your songs! Johnny will go down in history as having one of the greatest voices ever! Too bad he never was elected to the hall of Fame while he was living. RIP Johnny, 03-24-10.
The man with the Golden voice may you rest in peace , you will never be forgot, your music will last a life time. You bring back so many memories in my life every time I listen to your music take care my friend.
Rest in peace Johnny Maestro. I didnt grow up when doo wop was popular, but I was raised on it and still love it today. im almost 40 and wish more people my age would listen...they truly missed one of the best voices of all time.
even though im only 18yrs old Johnny Maestro was one of my favorite Doo Wops..i used to go 2 all of his concerts got ton of pictures with him and everything..my mom and i will always remember him and make sure his music lives on<3
Same here KC...I'm 34 and grew up with music b/c my parents thought it was important to appreciate the roots of Rock n Roll and R&B. I'll be forever grateful for that. RIP Mr. Maestro and long live Doo Wop and Rock n Roll.
Johnny has just recently passed away on Wednesday 24March2010. I had the opportunity to go to 1 of his shows last year, and his voice was as pure and beautiful as ever. I am only 24 years old, but grew up on his voice. Johnny, you will be missed. May you RIP my friend!
so sad to hear about his passing.... i am 33 years old and also saw him last november, you´re right: his voice was so strong although he was obviously on medication, a true performer. now a legend!!!!
I was able to see Johnny many times and he was such a great performer , Johhny keep singing up in heaven with the Angels , You will be Greatly missed we all love you <3 R.I.P Johnny
Man I wish this music would come back......notice I said "music"..........I'm so tired of the Rap Crap, and the Hip Hop garbage...and on and on and on......
I've seen them in concert withing the last two yrs. If you love this music, and get a chance to see them...do it. You won't be dissapointed. Johnny's voice is still clear and strong. They put on a terrific show.
Absolutely wonderful.. Johnny Mystro is a gifted singer and a true American treasure.I wish I could see him in person again. He needs no mike, truley awesome.
On this program there was a group with a really tall dude in a funny hat. It was a group that I had never heard of but, man, that cat could sing. He was like a Bouzer with a goth look. Who was it????
I sang only 1 song in a karaoke bar, Sixteen Candles. Got a standing ovation! One of the biggest highlights of my life! Figured I'd better quit while I'm ahead! Love listening to Johnny sing!
What wonderful memories of those early days before the weight of the Vietnam War came upon us. It was great to have had doo wop and early rock for all us boomer kids. Al, the nvp
I asked Johnny after a concert how he kept his voice so perfect after all these years and he said "I just keep singing". Well, Johnny...Keep singing. There is none better than you. Thanks for all the joy you've brought over the years.
Keep them coming johnny, we are buying. Just got this viseo a month ago. If you ever watch anyone in your life this is the man. What a voice, God bless, johnnie jean
I remember...Oh, do I remember this group! Johnny is still the best! I watched an MD telethon from New York City years ago and he brought the house down. Hope he never stops entertaining...How about the NYS Fair?
Look for the video "Johnny Maestro-So Fine & Lonely Teardrops". It was added here at YouTube recently and is from a NYC telethon from the late 1980's. Maybe it's the same telethon you remember. Johnny's the greatest!
just awesome johnnys comin up 69 now still hittin the hinotes like he always did n still as handsome as ever he always was whwn r the powers that be going to recognise the best voice of this or any generation what does johnny have to do he done it all hes still a topp top draw after all these years putting onawesome shows maybe hes to nice for his own good because hes 1 of the nicest most caring guys in the business
im back again revelling in the greatest voice in doowop n rock n roll and hes singin just as well now n still hittin the hi notes like an angel what in heavens name does johnny and the brooklyn bridge have to do to get in the r n r hal of fame naturally talented every one of them and johnny deserves to be there on his voice alone bahh humbug the uk would recognise johnnys enormous contribution to music perhaps we should adopt them all
hey fudgy paul, i totally agree with you. he's got a good voice. i didn't know that he was born that year...when was this done? thanks for posting, bye fudgy paul :)
Does anyone know when this was made? He was born on 1939 according to his bio which makes him almost 70 now. What a great voice! Is he still doing concerts? I'd love to hear him live. Thanks for posting.
This performance is from the 1999 PBS concert special "Doo Wop 50". Johnny will turn 69 on May 7, 2008, and sounds even better today. He and The Brooklyn Bridge are busier than ever doing concerts--check out their official website. Type "Johnny Maestro" in the search box at Google, and it will be the first website listed. Bravo Maestro!
In took over 48 years to get The Ventures in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Its about time Johnny Maestro and the Brooklyn Bridge got in. Where do I vote?
whwn oh when is johnny going to be fully recognised by his peers this guy has given his absolute all to music for so many many years and hes singing better than ever his talent and charisma are there for all to seee the greatest voice in doowop and rock n roll and a lovely human being as well so come on rock n rol hall of fame do the right thing and give thye maestro the ultimate accolade his unique talent deserves
2 OF THE BEST SONG JOHNNY MAESTRO HAD
LOVED THEM BOTH
OH FANTASTIC MEMORIES
cynthia6637 1 week ago
Love. !!!!!
Suevtres 3 weeks ago
Johnny was uniquely ...NYC and Doo Wop
gov111w 1 month ago
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THE GOLDEN VOICE
combatjim1 2 months ago
Hey Marty, I agree with all that you said about him. I grew up in Queens and went to Bryant High in Astoria, class of 1957. Went to many of the great Alan Freed Shows at the Brooklyn Paramount and a devoted fan of the doo wop era, still today.... I was fortunate to see Johnny live in a performance at Cohasset Music Circus in Massachusetts many years ago. A sad day when he passed.
nepatsaz 3 months ago
Beautiful, never again well music be pruduced again. This is ware rock began and is still the best.
wgs1960 4 months ago
R.I.P Johnny and Freddy
BENNYGPRODUCTIONS 4 months ago
RIP Baby! Keep It Real up there!
leanursie 4 months ago
This was one of my first slow dances with a girl in Junior High! It was embarrassing for me..guys you know why!
ImissTexas1 5 months ago
beautiful!
favorite song from my generation!!
just love this fantastic song!
i was in jr high school in those days!
love it
cynthia6637 5 months ago
Rest in peace, Johnny Maestro. You were uniquelly wonderful.
Georgejmh 5 months ago
Who is the gorgeous woman at about the 1:24 mark?
bruiser 6 months ago
Frank Sinatra called Tony Bennett "the voice", I guess Old Blue Eyes never heard Johny Maestro.
MrRayFil 7 months ago 4
I'm in love with the girl in the audience at 0:44 to 0:46. I desperately want to sing this song to her on a date. FoundersInk@live.com
ConservativeInk 8 months ago
YEP,
I was also 13 years old!!
LOVE this song!!
LUCKY, I call myself for living in this time of this GREAT Music
cynthia6637 9 months ago
I am genuine baby boomer with a love of romance and Johnny Maestro surely enhanced romance in all of us. Maybe, he is leading the angelic choirs in heaven.
prezsea 9 months ago
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anyone know when this video was made
bailey0152 9 months ago
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bailey0152 9 months ago
anyone know when this video was made?
bailey0152 9 months ago
@bailey0152 This was recorded in May 1999 for the PBS concert "Doo Wop 50" at Pittsburgh's Benedum Center. Johnny was sixty years old then. The DVD of the concert is available at online music retailers, such as amazon.
TopazDupree 7 months ago
i consider myself fortunate to have grown up in the 50's, lived near NYC, and have been a part of the great doo-wop era. Johnny was one of the very best. RIP.
mrooster721 9 months ago
This Man had the most amazing voice --- one of a kind for sure!
I was also 12 or 13 when I first heard "The Brooklyn Bridge".
Mr. Johnny Maestro you are singing for God now. Thank you for singing for us!!!
califgirls2 11 months ago
May you rest in peace Johnny. Your music will live on forever.
sebsrolex 11 months ago 2
RIP Johnny from a longtime fan in New Zealand. You were the best.
rorigiles 11 months ago
Gone but never forgotten. Thanks for the wonderful memories, Johnny. RIP
jg048 11 months ago
GOD BLESS YOU JOHNNY..MAY YOU REST IN PEACE..I WILL FORVER LISTEN TO YOUR VOICE..THAT WILL BE WITH ME FORVER
leol47 1 year ago
wow
doggieman1961 1 year ago
there will never be music like this again and a voice like johnny's
NYCKIDJOEL 1 year ago
it was nice to hear the words to a song[without screaming]and the song had true meaning.bring back the damn good old days!!!!
lillianwize 1 year ago
This man had a golden voice that lasted till the very end. Thanks for all the memories, Johnny
MrScanland 1 year ago
horror doo wop RETARDS WITH RAYGUNS come listen and subscribe
retardswithrayguns 1 year ago
such a shame he passed away.
Thatuptownguy 1 year ago
This is so good. He was the best. I really wish I could go back in time to the wonderful music of the 60's.
Kangaroo461 1 year ago
AWESOME SONG I MISS THE 60'S SONGS
powerbrokers54 1 year ago
I saw him sing this in person a few years ago, his voice was as nice as when he was young. Unbelievable that he left us so soon.
pcamyre 1 year ago
What a loss! Johnny was dynamite
DooWopDoc 1 year ago
one of the best & timeless voices. my favorite is "could this be magic " anyone have a video?was our song at my wedding.
philly3257 1 year ago
THank You .... Go with God, my friend from a different high school
gto66solstice08 1 year ago
I was in 6th grade when this all-time Classic came out. GBY 4-Ever, Johnny. U R in our hearts, 4-ever. Wolfsky9
Wolfsky9 1 year ago
I was always going to go on that rock in roll/ doo wop cruise with Johnny and others out of N.Y., but never made it. Always next year I thought. Just shows you that you need to make up your mind and go for it before it is too late. God rest his soul. At least I had the pleasure of growing up with him and learning (re-learning) to appreciate how great this music (and Johnny especially) was/is to the world.
A 60- something- year- old fan
jughead12345678 1 year ago
Hi! My name is John "Marty" Trautman, co-founder & member of a New York City doo-wop group known as "The Chevrons". Johnny & I were schoolmates at C.E. Hughes H.S. on 18th Street in Manhattan. Johnny graduated in '56 & I in '57. Many times I would walk into the bathroom to hear Johnny & a few guys doo-woppin'. Those were the days! In my opinion, Johnny was the GREATEST LEAD SINGER in the doo-wop era! The Lord took him home, but we still have the pleasure of listening to his golden voice. AMEN
upncummer69 1 year ago 8
Ive seen him about about 10 or 12 times in my life, he sang 16 to my daughter on her 16th birthday in new jersey in a school yard where went to see him with shirley alston reeves from the shirelles i asked him on his break when they came back he said to kelly simon happy birthday hell be forever in my heart rest in peace johhny
esimon61068 1 year ago
My only reget is that I never met Johnny, he was 12 yrs older than me & very influential in my own Music career, listening to him sing & trying to copy him I see how no one could because he was in a league of his own, I mention him every night I'm on stage & still listen to him every day...Tears roll down my face as I write this & I thank him for everything he's done & if it wasn't for Johnny I may have never became an entertainer.Though I never met you in my heart I call you friend... RIP
myqtq 1 year ago
What a Great upload! I really am glad you put this one up!
doowopnightsdotcom 1 year ago
2 people are obviously deaf
Gurrier 1 year ago
one of the greatest voices to come out of the doo-wop age...anonther golden voice silenced... may you rip johnny, and thxs 4 the great music
lanier1972 1 year ago
Timeless music.
SUPERVISORSJC 1 year ago
It's really cool that I live down the road from the bass player.. just knowing someone who worked with him is amazing, RIP
Dylanstwin 1 year ago
I don't really like these two songs. I'd choose Step By Step and The Angels Listene In.
emilik82 1 year ago
RIP Johnny...You were magnificent, and you will be missed.
sybra820 1 year ago
The Brooklyn Bridge did the Middlesex Co, (NJ) Fall Cotiilion in 1968, just when "Worst that Could Happen" was climbing the charts. Johnny was a consumete professional ...giving a "casino" level performance for an event he could have blown off.
RIP johnny ... Thanks
gto66solstice08 1 year ago
I saw Johnny at one of his Park concerts on Long Island he was the best.. I'll miss music and performances more than any other entertainer. Rich K "The Fairlanes"
doowop1942 1 year ago
johnny was a great inspiration to me. i knew him very well. i drove him in a limo to all of his new york shows. i was also at his wakr and funeral and i am lost with out him. he was like a dad to me. johnny was not a singer he was a person who loved his job. you asked him if he was a singer he said no i am a person who expresses my feelings with music. not only is he a talented guy but he is a great person and friend to all. we will miss u dearly and thank you johnny for all the years. rip
nyalfonzo 1 year ago
A great singer and all around good guy. I'm so happy I got to meet him. This song will never be the same.
mailman017 1 year ago
johnny may no longer with us but his music will live forever
R I P john
nothingbutmetallica 1 year ago
this song came out the year I turned 16 and I always thought it was meant for me. Never had the chance to see Johnny Maestro in person, but I'll always remember him
carasul03 1 year ago
Johnny's gone - the worst that could happen. Thanks Johnny for the many years of fabulous music that you provided to us mere mortals. Calling all angels - Heaven was missing an angel and now he's come home.
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May 7, 2010 would have been Johnny Maestro's 71st birthday. I'm sure the angels in Heaven are singing HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Johnny, and the candles will glow forever. Johnny, you and your music will remain in my heart forever. ♫♥♫♥♫
Topaz, one of Johnny's Angels at JohnnyMaestroFans on Yahoo
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May 7, 2010 would have been Johnny Maestro's 71st birthday. I'm sure the angels in Heaven are singing HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Johnny, and the candles will glow forever. Johnny, you and your music will remain in my heart forever. ♫♥♫♥♫
Topaz, one of Johnny's Angels at JohnnyMaestroFans on Yahoo
TopazDupree 1 year ago
Saw Johnny Maestro and the Brooklyn Bridge at Virginia Tech in 1967. What a voice. R.I.P. Johnny.
poochie3275 1 year ago
Beautiful, just wonderful- a great singer, a great era of music.
QWZXM 1 year ago
RIP Johnny! You were the best...
TheLynnwho 1 year ago
Love this man with the Golden voice
R. I P.
combatjim1 1 year ago
O M G!!!!! Rest in peace my friend...this is giving me chills. Thx 4 posting.....
sleepytimegalz 1 year ago
Johnny, This song brought this 67 year old man back to the day I had a girlfriend who
was 16. RIP Johnny
Mike F.
259sarge 1 year ago
Thanx Johnny, The angels are listening in person now, no one will ever forget you when they turn 16!!!!!!!!!!!
michaelm27 1 year ago
You will be missed, Johnny. RIP.
jhskay556 1 year ago
Thank you Johnny Maestro for all great times listening to your songs! Johnny will go down in history as having one of the greatest voices ever! Too bad he never was elected to the hall of Fame while he was living. RIP Johnny, 03-24-10.
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♥ Blessed is the way you'll always stay in our hearts, RIP Johnny
6187760 1 year ago
RIP to a music legend. <3
adorablegs 1 year ago
God bless johnny
boro66 1 year ago
Johnny......may you rest in peace knowing you are a legend....you ll never be forgotten.
jhnpizz 1 year ago
AMEN, R&R Heaven has new lead singer.
xeuropn 1 year ago
Truly --The MAN with the Golden Voice - I feel I have lost a family member . I have loved you and your music from Day 1...You are one of the best ever
REST IN PEACE ...
Jeannie
DanteHollywood 1 year ago
The man with the Golden voice may you rest in peace , you will never be forgot, your music will last a life time. You bring back so many memories in my life every time I listen to your music take care my friend.
Jimmy Rosselli from S Philly
combatjim1 1 year ago
Johnny Maestro RIP
Maestro in Spanish means like a master, the best, NO. 1 , Something like that,
he was a master.
Johnny i miss you right now.
sorry for my english
CASPECA 1 year ago 2
If there's a rock and roll heaven, they have a new lead singer. I loved him.
marasmamama 1 year ago
A voice second to none and a great preformer. Thank God we could enjoy him all these years and for many more. - RIP -
pjclawoffice 1 year ago
God bless Johnny. His voice will live forever.
cstcb 1 year ago
I hope the angels are still listening in.
styldsteel1 1 year ago
Saw him in a free show on Morris Park Ave. in the Bronx just last year. He will surely be missed. Rest in Peace, Johnny.
rmlb6360 1 year ago
RIP Johnny... we'll miss you.
12smog 1 year ago
Awsome performer....you will be missed greatly....you have brought me so many memories
fireman3092 1 year ago
Rest in peace Johnny Maestro. I didnt grow up when doo wop was popular, but I was raised on it and still love it today. im almost 40 and wish more people my age would listen...they truly missed one of the best voices of all time.
sgetty58 1 year ago
RIP Johnny
6187760 1 year ago
I wish I'd heard of Johnny Maestro and Brooklyn Bridge before! They are great!
My thanks to Max for sharing.
George
pastore0506 1 year ago
Good bye Johnny,your music will live forever,R.I.P.
RATHAHONNI 1 year ago 24
R.I.P. Johnny...you were the BEST always my favorite.....gone but will never be forgotten XOXOXO
dayjude 1 year ago
@RATHAHONNI I didn't realize he was gone unti today!! A great voice was lost....
canrockfan 1 year ago
even though im only 18yrs old Johnny Maestro was one of my favorite Doo Wops..i used to go 2 all of his concerts got ton of pictures with him and everything..my mom and i will always remember him and make sure his music lives on<3
mandizee27 1 year ago 2
Was sorry to hear the newa about Johnny
and may he RIP!
Thank you Max for sending.
jtls8 1 year ago 2
Same here KC...I'm 34 and grew up with music b/c my parents thought it was important to appreciate the roots of Rock n Roll and R&B. I'll be forever grateful for that. RIP Mr. Maestro and long live Doo Wop and Rock n Roll.
captben31 1 year ago
Goodbye, dear Maestro. You have always been the BEST doo wop and everything else singer, ever! Rest in peace.
grammypj 1 year ago 2
Truly one of the greatest male vocalist in the history of rock n roll. RIP
b42baritone 1 year ago 2
Johnny has just recently passed away on Wednesday 24March2010. I had the opportunity to go to 1 of his shows last year, and his voice was as pure and beautiful as ever. I am only 24 years old, but grew up on his voice. Johnny, you will be missed. May you RIP my friend!
KClhustud82985 1 year ago 3
so sad to hear about his passing.... i am 33 years old and also saw him last november, you´re right: his voice was so strong although he was obviously on medication, a true performer. now a legend!!!!
doowopsounds 1 year ago 2
I was able to see Johnny many times and he was such a great performer , Johhny keep singing up in heaven with the Angels , You will be Greatly missed we all love you <3 R.I.P Johnny
DiamondGirl214 1 year ago 2
He's gone. his music 16 candles will live on forever.
tiperry 1 year ago 2
The angels have a new lead singer. We miss you Johnny.
AnimalExchange 1 year ago
God Bless You Johnny
salsax 1 year ago
God Bless you Johnny ...thanks for the memories.
salsax 1 year ago 2
He will surely be missed!
milfordmama 1 year ago
Man I wish this music would come back......notice I said "music"..........I'm so tired of the Rap Crap, and the Hip Hop garbage...and on and on and on......
glsingle 1 year ago
GO JOHNNY GO Great voice
dmoore360 2 years ago
Johnny, you are truly a MAESTRO and a great one for the ages!!! This is real, beautiful music!!!
53Topanga 2 years ago
LOVELY AND WONDERFUL MUSIC, FOREVER.
caricaturista1000 2 years ago 2
Great stuff!!
jtoshawa 2 years ago 2
This music is timeless......
MrNomad77 2 years ago 6
You have a great collection my friend.
siomarasp 2 years ago 2
I've seen them in concert withing the last two yrs. If you love this music, and get a chance to see them...do it. You won't be dissapointed. Johnny's voice is still clear and strong. They put on a terrific show.
Eagle32746 2 years ago 9
And Johnny's better looking than ever!!! He's one that just truly aged well!!!
reagangal 2 years ago 3
i will always remember this song.. my father sung it to me.. when i turned 16... i love it!!
michellek323 2 years ago 2
I was thirteen years old when I first heard this. That was fifty-one years ago. I still love it.
GrizAnn 2 years ago 15
@GrizAnn I was 11 my sister bought the 45 when she was 13 gets better everytime he sings it
ronbos60 1 year ago
Absolutely wonderful.. Johnny Mystro is a gifted singer and a true American treasure.I wish I could see him in person again. He needs no mike, truley awesome.
dalegrainger 2 years ago 6
Who's Mike?\\ or did you mean mic?
backbeat64 2 years ago
Wow--so good after all these years!!
brucer12 2 years ago 4
No arguments here,and I grew up on songs in the last 25 - 30 years,and I still prefer the songs my parents listened to from the 50's & '60s.
banner74 2 years ago 6
Johnny can still belt it out!!!
jtdaly1 2 years ago 6
His voice, is amazing, so amazing.
OneWingedSephiroth 2 years ago 4
when i original heard this i was too young to get married this one of the greatest songs of my time.
anwcmm 2 years ago
If you are the girl at .44 to .46 with the beautiful smile, lifting your shoulders, and you aren't married, I sure would love to meet you.
Send a message to my inbox.
You're gorgeous!!!
FulghumInk 2 years ago 2
On this program there was a group with a really tall dude in a funny hat. It was a group that I had never heard of but, man, that cat could sing. He was like a Bouzer with a goth look. Who was it????
frautodid 2 years ago
Steve Horn
sunshinefloridagirl 2 years ago
great stuff have any more big doo wap fan
drstan1 2 years ago
that guy was saying something nice in spanish and you turned it into an insult
jimmy59ca 2 years ago
My mom had a huge crush on Johnny when she was young. I think that's so cute. I don't blame her, he's a handsome fellow. ; )
olivej1914 3 years ago
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nandofigueira2005 3 years ago
He is....THE MAESTRO!
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nandofigueira2005 3 years ago
Hermoza y dulce cancion ^_^
nandofigueira2005 3 years ago
I sang only 1 song in a karaoke bar, Sixteen Candles. Got a standing ovation! One of the biggest highlights of my life! Figured I'd better quit while I'm ahead! Love listening to Johnny sing!
peteykkk 3 years ago
one of my favorite song when im at the karaoke bar.
54spiritedwill54 3 years ago
just found you , thank you
mikey9865 3 years ago
Yeah, Johnny, thanks and keep sharing it, man.
What wonderful memories of those early days before the weight of the Vietnam War came upon us. It was great to have had doo wop and early rock for all us boomer kids. Al, the nvp
namvetpoet 3 years ago 2
Perfecto
anora4 3 years ago
I asked Johnny after a concert how he kept his voice so perfect after all these years and he said "I just keep singing". Well, Johnny...Keep singing. There is none better than you. Thanks for all the joy you've brought over the years.
inkyej 3 years ago 2
Jay And The Americans & Johnny Maestro And The
Brooklyn Bridge are together on Saturday, Nov.
15 at The Strand Theatre in Lakewood NJ. These are the two greatest groups period.
sixitiesking 3 years ago
That was amazing! he looks great and sings great too, he hasnt changed in all those years simply the best
YATES001 3 years ago
One of the top five great doo wop groups ever!! Give me chills everytime I hear this song.
extremehotrod 3 years ago
Jay And The Americans & Johnny Maestro And The Brooklyn Bridge are playing Nov 15 at the Strand theatre in Lakewood, NJ.
wilburgreythefirst 3 years ago
Yes it would be great for doo wop to return.....then maybe rap crap would go away.....Johnny is terrifice!!!
jtoshawa 3 years ago 2
After all this time Johnny still sounds great.He should be in the R & R HALL OF FAME
ringo244 3 years ago 2
well they finally put him into the new york music hall of fame last year.
muclesmarinara 3 years ago
And the smell of :Ambush" on my girl.
toppops58 3 years ago
Can you smell Canoe, and Emeraude when you close your eyes?
CHI-Town Monk
Monkmaster1969 3 years ago
Johnny is still the "BEST"
Gwen1004 3 years ago 2
doo wop should return to the streets of New York, wouldn't that be great?
there would be another baby boom.
felitopingu 3 years ago 3
I saw Johnny perform last week-end at an oldies show. He's amazing! What a sweet, romantic song! WHAT A VOICE!!!
VanessaLily 3 years ago 5
Sixteen candles, man oh man, makes me wish I was 16 again......
VA24541 3 years ago 2
Johnny, you're the best
boaterbil 3 years ago 4
Keep them coming johnny, we are buying. Just got this viseo a month ago. If you ever watch anyone in your life this is the man. What a voice, God bless, johnnie jean
girlyjohnnie1 3 years ago 3
I remember...Oh, do I remember this group! Johnny is still the best! I watched an MD telethon from New York City years ago and he brought the house down. Hope he never stops entertaining...How about the NYS Fair?
inkyej 3 years ago 2
Look for the video "Johnny Maestro-So Fine & Lonely Teardrops". It was added here at YouTube recently and is from a NYC telethon from the late 1980's. Maybe it's the same telethon you remember. Johnny's the greatest!
TopazDupree 3 years ago 2
just awesome johnnys comin up 69 now still hittin the hinotes like he always did n still as handsome as ever he always was whwn r the powers that be going to recognise the best voice of this or any generation what does johnny have to do he done it all hes still a topp top draw after all these years putting onawesome shows maybe hes to nice for his own good because hes 1 of the nicest most caring guys in the business
musicmaker1999 3 years ago 4
great group, seen them many times down the shore,,,,they get my vote
the3seastony 4 years ago
im back again revelling in the greatest voice in doowop n rock n roll and hes singin just as well now n still hittin the hi notes like an angel what in heavens name does johnny and the brooklyn bridge have to do to get in the r n r hal of fame naturally talented every one of them and johnny deserves to be there on his voice alone bahh humbug the uk would recognise johnnys enormous contribution to music perhaps we should adopt them all
musicmaker1999 4 years ago 2
The Crest with Johnny Maestro had songs in the late 50's and this was one of them. Great Singer now as well as back then.
looniespoons 4 years ago
hey fudgy paul, i totally agree with you. he's got a good voice. i didn't know that he was born that year...when was this done? thanks for posting, bye fudgy paul :)
QueenLivesOn 4 years ago
Does anyone know when this was made? He was born on 1939 according to his bio which makes him almost 70 now. What a great voice! Is he still doing concerts? I'd love to hear him live. Thanks for posting.
FUDGYPAUL 4 years ago
This performance is from the 1999 PBS concert special "Doo Wop 50". Johnny will turn 69 on May 7, 2008, and sounds even better today. He and The Brooklyn Bridge are busier than ever doing concerts--check out their official website. Type "Johnny Maestro" in the search box at Google, and it will be the first website listed. Bravo Maestro!
TopazDupree 4 years ago
In took over 48 years to get The Ventures in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Its about time Johnny Maestro and the Brooklyn Bridge got in. Where do I vote?
looniespoons 4 years ago
one of my favorite song when im at the karaoke bar. hes the bomb!
hopefully, he'll perform here in hawaii
aloha and mahalo-:)
keiki04 4 years ago
whwn oh when is johnny going to be fully recognised by his peers this guy has given his absolute all to music for so many many years and hes singing better than ever his talent and charisma are there for all to seee the greatest voice in doowop and rock n roll and a lovely human being as well so come on rock n rol hall of fame do the right thing and give thye maestro the ultimate accolade his unique talent deserves
musicmaker1999 4 years ago
When is the greatest Rock & Roll group Johnny Maestro and the Brooklyn Bridge going to be voted into the R & R Hall of Fame? TL
tleuser 4 years ago
In the clip from the audience,the redhead making goo-goo eyes at Johnny Maestro is Lauren Black from New Castle,Pa.
gatherer47 4 years ago
Johnny Maestro..what can you say?/ Him and Jay Black.. two of the greatest voices of the 60's and 70's Long live doo wops !1
TonyBrooklyn60s 4 years ago
I met these guys back in 1978.They played at the local Holliday Inn in Horse Heads New York.They were so nice..I was the bartender.Great memories!!
mishinn 4 years ago
THIS CLIP WAS IN PITTSBURG
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