Boy I Can't Live a Dream. You never hear this song on the radio anymore, both this and Frankie Valli's remake are great. Wish they could play both of those versions more than the sucky stuff we have today. When I mean the sucky stuff, I mean Lady Gaga, Katy Perry, Ke$ha, Bieber, Eminem, LMFAO, Rihanna, Nicki Minaj, Lil Wayne, Wiz Khalifa, Kid Cudi, Adele, and Maroon 5. Wish they could play this song more than those artists.
The end of an era for the Osmonds. This was their final single to hit the pop chart (peaked at #46 November 13, 1976 Billboard Hot 100) and its parent album Brainstorm would also be their final charting studio album of new material on the Billboard 200. The four remaining brothers (sans Donny) would surface as country stars later on. Interestingly, around this time, the group that was compared to them (Jackson 5) would emerge as the Jacksons on Epic records (they left Motown).
Remaining a virgin until marriage, and being faithful and devoted to your life partner, used to be the norm, not the exception. So, what happened to society?
We just went to Osmond Lane this summer. I saw Merrill's house, and tried to see Alan's house, which I think was on the end, but there were so many trees in the way.
look, I love the Osmond Brothers but looking bac merril's look here with the hair line mustach and the collar, jewelry that were so stylish then now just screams lounge lizard. Of course he wasn't, but it gives me a chuckle what we all use to think was stylish.
Why wasnt Brainstorm more popular than it was? It had one of their best rock songs on it. Gotta Get Love. I love that song!! Reminds me of Styx. Except better than Styx :)
I think one of the reasons they decided on the Donny and MArie show was to be home more with their families, and they were less than 30 minutes from home. For a brief time they used to all live on Osmond Lane in Provo. I think they made a conscious decision to put family before career and I don't think they ever regretted it.
Merrill is certainly one sexy guy; being a Mormon and all, I find it hard to believe he would be able to have been absolutely faithful to his wife with so many adorning fans just throwing themselves at him. He is a fun fantasy but I would not be able to "share" him with anyone else if I were married to him! He is after all only human.
merrill was a virgin before he was married. I think if he was able to be faithful to his beliefs BEFORE he was married, he could sure do it afterward, having a loving woman at home. just my 2 cents. :)
@2Catangel No, I meant if he could remain a virgin before marriage, that says how faithful, strong and how much self control he has-so no, I am not saying he was unfaithful at all. Just the opposite.
one of my favw songs from this guys n merrill is so delicious also jay. all of them actually. it´s bad that the 4 original brothers were overshadowed by donny. they have the chance of really getting bigger as a rock group. they sacrifices a lot for donny n marie. with all the interviews with the family it´s always donny or marie who were answering the interviews, not letting the others xpress their views. good thing the brothers are understanding n loving. jimmy is also good
It should have been The Osmonds show. Donny & Marie could done there duets n-e-way, Donny his solo slots and The Osmonds altoghter equal billing. Maybe not much room left for guests after all that, but who cares? Would that have bothered us? Doubt it.... so who are we blaming the media or all us 14yr olds who fell in love with those gorgeous eyes....LOL
How cool were these guys. I love him to bits but couldn't Donny have been content to be the cute little piano player and let the Brothers reign supreme. All that talent.......The media created a monster in Donny that sorted of over shadowed his brothers... shame
Oooooh the dream is nearly here, May 30th and 31st. Sooooooo excited can't wait to see the gorgeous Merrill and the rest of the guy's. BRING IT ON!!!!
Lyn, if you take a look at my "favorites on here, you'll see most of them consist of Osmonds' videos...I'm too young to remember them live, so I'm doing all my catching up here on YT; thank you so much for all of your postings of their videos
Hi Lyn, my name is Maureen, alias Padaasmono, can you please tell me if there is a better copy of this fabulous song from their 50th anniversary show? Thanks for your input
Yes, Merrill is soooo beautiful. However Wayne has my heart too and is my hero. I told my husband when we have a son, his name will either be Wayne Osmond or Merrill Wayne...That is his two choices!
I have such a big soft spot for Wayne as well 'lizmarie1965' he really is the unsung Osmond and deserves so much more recognition. Besides which he is such a sweetie.
Boy hubby didn't get much of a choice for a boy's name now did he LOL I'm glad to see you put your foot down.
You hit the nail on the head with Wayne. It is bad enough he never seemed to get enough face time on videos or anything,but he has such talent and a great sense of humor. He just deserves more recognition than he gets. Besides the fact is so handsome with great chest hair...lol
Yes...I have seen it...I can only imagine how gorgeous those guys would have been on one of those hot male calenders...Still Merrill and Wayne are sooo fine no matter what.
Merrill always puts some much emotion and passion into any song he sings and damn he is so beautiful in the video - just love him, love him, love him.
Thank you sooooooo much for posting all of these fantastic videos!!! I absolutely LOVE the Osmonds. They are all so cute and talented, though Donny is my favorite, he's just so gorgeous and swoonworthy!! I sure wish I had been around in the 70s to see them at the height of their success. <3
Thanks, yes totally agree the Osmonds are fantastic. With me too Donny was my favourite as a pre-teen (and still soooo good looking now) but over these many years Merrill has stolen my heart with his gorgeous "grizzly" voice and beautiful gentle face that it only beats for him now.
I think he is the most "swoonworthy" and of course now days nobody wears "silver" quite like he does - so fine.
Boy I Can't Live a Dream. You never hear this song on the radio anymore, both this and Frankie Valli's remake are great. Wish they could play both of those versions more than the sucky stuff we have today. When I mean the sucky stuff, I mean Lady Gaga, Katy Perry, Ke$ha, Bieber, Eminem, LMFAO, Rihanna, Nicki Minaj, Lil Wayne, Wiz Khalifa, Kid Cudi, Adele, and Maroon 5. Wish they could play this song more than those artists.
jazzalex22 2 days ago
merrill: best pipes in the pop biz
Chuxmax1965 3 months ago
Lol, from the first album I ever got, still have the vinly somewhere :-) great stuff.
SamsonB 3 months ago
Luv this song & album Brainstorm
natmingmcf1 4 months ago
The end of an era for the Osmonds. This was their final single to hit the pop chart (peaked at #46 November 13, 1976 Billboard Hot 100) and its parent album Brainstorm would also be their final charting studio album of new material on the Billboard 200. The four remaining brothers (sans Donny) would surface as country stars later on. Interestingly, around this time, the group that was compared to them (Jackson 5) would emerge as the Jacksons on Epic records (they left Motown).
Mr429guy 7 months ago
Merrill and donny the sexiest brothers.
1996gymnasticsfan 8 months ago
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best one they ever did.
claudia39c 8 months ago
this is another one of my favorites songs by the osmonds. they all look so cute but to this day they are all grown up! donny still looks cute!
cookie23450 11 months ago
<3
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kazmjfan4eva2010 11 months ago
Remaining a virgin until marriage, and being faithful and devoted to your life partner, used to be the norm, not the exception. So, what happened to society?
DoctorLawyerWhatever 1 year ago
Great song Written By Arnold Capitanelli!!!
SayYesToYourLife 1 year ago
I love them all....like wow <3
suzicamm 1 year ago
This is one of their best songs.
The all have awesome voices, and ranges of their voice.
That's what makes the song besides the rythm and the beat.
They are the cat's MEOW !!!!! (Especially Donny).
rleddington 1 year ago
Oh My....@ 0:08 mmm Donny! :) and Merrill!!!
ellyjelly101 1 year ago
Thanks for sharing this Lynn.
2Catangel 1 year ago
I love this song- one of their best!!!
dnrae13 1 year ago
Should have been number one without a doubt. We all love this one dont we? Even my kids love this and always join in when i play it!
beekay98 1 year ago
ah thanks for sharing, this brought tears,,,,i love them soo much :)
TheAngela1025 1 year ago
The is my faourite song of all time.
RoseT7100 2 years ago
One of my favorites of the brothers.
perschka1 2 years ago
hey merril , i can leave my dream , and its about to come true with a wonderful troll
spanker65 2 years ago
Mine at 2:11 when I was about 10; he still can now at 51. Thanks for sharing all of your finds.
maryautism 2 years ago
mine too! he is yummy!
valerie3571 2 years ago 2
Oh the nights i cried myself to sleep over Alan.
Great memories
Loree35 2 years ago
lol
valerie3571 2 years ago
We just went to Osmond Lane this summer. I saw Merrill's house, and tried to see Alan's house, which I think was on the end, but there were so many trees in the way.
kirchfam 2 years ago 2
look, I love the Osmond Brothers but looking bac merril's look here with the hair line mustach and the collar, jewelry that were so stylish then now just screams lounge lizard. Of course he wasn't, but it gives me a chuckle what we all use to think was stylish.
cinstlu 2 years ago
NO ARGUMENTS THERE CLASSY LADY
70sheaven 2 years ago
Thats just cos you dont ever forget.... THE BEST... and thats what the Osmonds were... sorry ARE. Nothing will beat the Osmonds
THis is awesome thank you
Classyladynotts 2 years ago
@Classyladynotts Oh, there is a little band from Liverpool that beats everyone into the dust. 1.3 BILLION records sold... and always counting.
DoctorLawyerWhatever 1 year ago
Why wasnt Brainstorm more popular than it was? It had one of their best rock songs on it. Gotta Get Love. I love that song!! Reminds me of Styx. Except better than Styx :)
barnabas1983 2 years ago
funny how the words come back after all these years... and I didn't see the lyrics printed out until AFTER song was over!
mimamagyar 2 years ago
I found myself humming this song today for some reason so here I am, watching my favorite guys sing it (it sounds a lot better than my humming!)
luvrof70s 3 years ago
Love this video! Thanks for posting.
DonnyDigger 3 years ago
I think one of the reasons they decided on the Donny and MArie show was to be home more with their families, and they were less than 30 minutes from home. For a brief time they used to all live on Osmond Lane in Provo. I think they made a conscious decision to put family before career and I don't think they ever regretted it.
cherry32959 3 years ago
Jay and Donny look adorable. I have so much respect for the wives of these 5 guys.
kirchfam 3 years ago 4
Oh me too 'kirchfam' their wives are the real 'heroes' behind their success - such strong and devoted women.
lynjef7 3 years ago 2
Merrill is certainly one sexy guy; being a Mormon and all, I find it hard to believe he would be able to have been absolutely faithful to his wife with so many adorning fans just throwing themselves at him. He is a fun fantasy but I would not be able to "share" him with anyone else if I were married to him! He is after all only human.
Dana888dana 3 years ago
merrill was a virgin before he was married. I think if he was able to be faithful to his beliefs BEFORE he was married, he could sure do it afterward, having a loving woman at home. just my 2 cents. :)
cherry32959 2 years ago 6
@cherry32959 Am I missing something? Are you saying that Merrill has been unfaithful?
2Catangel 1 year ago
@2Catangel No, I meant if he could remain a virgin before marriage, that says how faithful, strong and how much self control he has-so no, I am not saying he was unfaithful at all. Just the opposite.
cherry32959 1 year ago
@cherry32959 Okay I was fairly certain he has always been faithful to his beautiful bride. Merrill is amazing.
2Catangel 1 year ago
lyn you take merril ill take donny
donnyfan123 3 years ago
one of my favw songs from this guys n merrill is so delicious also jay. all of them actually. it´s bad that the 4 original brothers were overshadowed by donny. they have the chance of really getting bigger as a rock group. they sacrifices a lot for donny n marie. with all the interviews with the family it´s always donny or marie who were answering the interviews, not letting the others xpress their views. good thing the brothers are understanding n loving. jimmy is also good
jonbess 3 years ago
D'ya know what Lyn, you have a point there.
It should have been The Osmonds show. Donny & Marie could done there duets n-e-way, Donny his solo slots and The Osmonds altoghter equal billing. Maybe not much room left for guests after all that, but who cares? Would that have bothered us? Doubt it.... so who are we blaming the media or all us 14yr olds who fell in love with those gorgeous eyes....LOL
Gailxx
glcfordco 3 years ago
WOW. WE LOVE THE OSMONDS. bang bang bang bang!
How cool were these guys. I love him to bits but couldn't Donny have been content to be the cute little piano player and let the Brothers reign supreme. All that talent.......The media created a monster in Donny that sorted of over shadowed his brothers... shame
glcfordco 3 years ago
Osmonds at its best, this is why we love them!!
sherbare64 3 years ago
I only knew about Frankie Valli's version of this song. This version is pretty good too. This is a great tune.
themaltesebippy 3 years ago
There's another version of this song by Engelbert Humperdinck. I have it, it's great!
acostajorge40 3 years ago
I would love to hear it!
themaltesebippy 3 years ago
And Frankie Valli's which it's amazing
pbamse 3 years ago
thanks for responding
padaasmono 3 years ago
Oooooh the dream is nearly here, May 30th and 31st. Sooooooo excited can't wait to see the gorgeous Merrill and the rest of the guy's. BRING IT ON!!!!
osbird 3 years ago
My God he is soooooo sexsalicious - aaarrrhhh
lynjef7 3 years ago
Wow, @ 2:13, Jay looks like my husband.
kirchfam 3 years ago
Hi lynjef, I got all my friends just loving this song, thanks again
padaasmono 3 years ago
Lyn, if you take a look at my "favorites on here, you'll see most of them consist of Osmonds' videos...I'm too young to remember them live, so I'm doing all my catching up here on YT; thank you so much for all of your postings of their videos
familygal70 3 years ago
Ooooh I'm living the dream in May, when the guy's come to England. Roll on.
Deb
osbird 3 years ago
Our babe is so sexy - so 'sexsalicious'.
Oh dear I think I need a cold shower now, my heads full of all those naughty thoughts.
Lyn (mwah)
lynjef7 3 years ago
OOOH Merrill I'd 'move a mountain' to be with you!!!
osbird 3 years ago
God he is too gorgeous for words making me feel so much better already.
"I can't live, no I can't live with out yoooou"
lynjef7 3 years ago
OMG!!! your video posts of the osmond music is soo cool!!! lol..the comments about Merrill are so funny!! but I have to agree...
detteb23 3 years ago
Yes well we've all been Merrillized and we all just love him.
lynjef7 3 years ago
Hi Lyn, my name is Maureen, alias Padaasmono, can you please tell me if there is a better copy of this fabulous song from their 50th anniversary show? Thanks for your input
padaasmono 3 years ago
you better believe it. so cute then and now
padaasmono 3 years ago
merrill then and now is so good
padaasmono 3 years ago
He's so beautiful isn't he 'padaasmono' was and still is the 'true' voice of the Osmonds.
lynjef7 3 years ago
'I can't live a dream', I spend allday and night dreaming of gorgeous Merrill.
osbird 4 years ago
I'm with you Deb just dreaming about our sexy Merrill day and night, day and night.
lynjef7 3 years ago
Love the way Merrill sings this song, he truly is the best.
osbird 4 years ago
I'd love to feel the tickle of that 'tash' - mmmmm MERRILL mmmmm gggrrruf
lynjef7 4 years ago
Yeah me too g/f, and to run my hands through his lovely thick hair.
osbird 4 years ago
Ah yes well don't get me started on the hair, head or chest gggrrr888888.
Whew I feel a faint coming on............THUD
lynjef7 4 years ago
merrill you are awesome
padaasmono 4 years ago
And just for the record I agree absolutely and positively that Merrill is AWESOME - delectable.
lynjef7 4 years ago
merrill you are the grestest
padaasmono 4 years ago
Agree
lynjef7 4 years ago
merrill you are classic
padaasmono 4 years ago
Agree
lynjef7 4 years ago
thank you for there are the greatest
padaasmono 4 years ago
Agree
lynjef7 4 years ago
Someone throw ice-water on lynjef7, I think Wayne's chest hair is for his WIFE to run her fingers thru ! hee hee
CarolynTainter 4 years ago
Well actually its Merrill's chest hair I want to be running my fingers thru but Waynes' will do in a pinch LOL. mmmmmMerrilllllllll
lynjef7 4 years ago
Yes, Merrill is soooo beautiful. However Wayne has my heart too and is my hero. I told my husband when we have a son, his name will either be Wayne Osmond or Merrill Wayne...That is his two choices!
Lizmarie1965 4 years ago
I have such a big soft spot for Wayne as well 'lizmarie1965' he really is the unsung Osmond and deserves so much more recognition. Besides which he is such a sweetie.
Boy hubby didn't get much of a choice for a boy's name now did he LOL I'm glad to see you put your foot down.
Lyn
lynjef7 4 years ago
You hit the nail on the head with Wayne. It is bad enough he never seemed to get enough face time on videos or anything,but he has such talent and a great sense of humor. He just deserves more recognition than he gets. Besides the fact is so handsome with great chest hair...lol
Lizmarie1965 4 years ago
did someone say chest hair mmmm chest hair mmmm
lynjef7 4 years ago
Yes...I have seen it...I can only imagine how gorgeous those guys would have been on one of those hot male calenders...Still Merrill and Wayne are sooo fine no matter what.
Lizmarie1965 4 years ago
Now, THAT is perfectly said!! :D
sindegold 4 years ago
Ah Merrill just one kiss to feel the tickle of that sexy moustache.
lynjef7 4 years ago
Just wondering where do you get these videos I cant find any of their DVD's and would love to find some
nebraskawmn 4 years ago 3
Merrill always puts some much emotion and passion into any song he sings and damn he is so beautiful in the video - just love him, love him, love him.
lynjef7 4 years ago
I love the Osmond's they are the best of the best ever!!!
Brinker72 4 years ago
absolutely
lynjef7 4 years ago
I "third" (lol) that!! And, yes, my dear Lyn, Merrill really gives it all to us and is truly beautiful!! ;D
sindegold 4 years ago
Thank you sooooooo much for posting all of these fantastic videos!!! I absolutely LOVE the Osmonds. They are all so cute and talented, though Donny is my favorite, he's just so gorgeous and swoonworthy!! I sure wish I had been around in the 70s to see them at the height of their success. <3
Cinny72 4 years ago
Thanks, yes totally agree the Osmonds are fantastic. With me too Donny was my favourite as a pre-teen (and still soooo good looking now) but over these many years Merrill has stolen my heart with his gorgeous "grizzly" voice and beautiful gentle face that it only beats for him now.
I think he is the most "swoonworthy" and of course now days nobody wears "silver" quite like he does - so fine.
lynjef7 4 years ago