Michael Franks - Tiger In The Rain (Live 1991)

[NANDIKHANNA]

MF's rendition is excellent.

[Wired4Life2]

Someone needs to pair this song with Tigger from "Winnie The Pooh" ;)

[ninados91101]

All these years i didn't know Michael Franks was underrated. His Music is timeless.

[bovelakeyukon]

Fall...1978...Norfolk...Ghent.­..A Baylor A...Fire escape...Michael's voice flowing like honey from LP to Advent stereo...Perfect moments...A brief taste of Heaven...

[herkdriver63]

Outfuckingstanding!

[shebop01]

Michael Franks is certainly NOT UNDER-RATED! He's the quintessential romatic jazz poet. He just released his 18th CD, "Time Together" and it's the bomb!

[galuhgalgalgal]

i love this song, the music really compromise the great lyric...

my father used to play Michael Franks songs in the car whenever we take a road trip on our holidays, he says the he and my mother used to listen to Michael Franks' songs when they were still dating.. i currently live far away from my parents, so listening to his songs always brings me back to those happy memories about the trips my family..

[belltawan713]

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[ezroland]

In the 70's he was quite popular with Lady wants to Know. You heard that one on the radio.

[pindaric]

Franks is 'tasty,' as we old-time jazz fans would say. Nothing to excess- not a note or a breath wasted. Nothing flashy--he doesn't have to show off his chops on every song. It's hard to find people like him in music these days. Treasure them when you find them. Go see them perform, buy their recordings, keep them going.

[ulbitoubaldo]

Just Perfect!

[Yvva74]

I've been listening to Michael Franks since I a little girl. I love him, and wish that he would come to Chicago.

[poupouneMARS]

j adore !!!



[philippang07]

Just beautiful - love this song big time!!!

[Gurjiani]

To be a REAL & GREAT musician doesnt mean that you have to be " rated" or " underrated" - he has his own crowed of fans and I am one of them...

[007bondmaria]

@Gurjiani me too!!!!!!!!

[kimutak123]

Hmmmmm. Michael Franks is the greatest! I dont care whatever you say negative things about him. His music is FANTASTIC. He doesnt need to reach a high note or do some belting out. His music goes deep in my soul. Great ! Great! Great!

[maskcdesign]

is his vocal in tune? he goes slightly off when he goes up.

[margot980]

I love the tube as the jukebox of my old memories, and this song, this song, takes me back to the fall of 77 and the man, who gave me the record.

A couple of years later, I was in the NWT, and the helicopter pilot made a big point about his contract promising him showers, which our chief had bungled the water heater for. So a few of us took the helicopter to Coppermine, where the water was off. A man sang and played most of the MF record for me on his Yamaha.

Unshowered, no problem!

[dbwash31]

what more needs to be said... truly magnificent!

[312tonyg]

whereis he now????  May be he can come back for another concert & maintain this lovely voice--- very soothig & relaxing.

[Astillero15]

Back in 1979 I met who is now my wife. That was one of the songs that danced for the first time. We fell in love listening to Michael Franks' music. He is the culprit :)

cheers to all of Michael fans. I've been to several of his concerts when I was living in California and I loved them all!! I now live in Miami and haven't seen any shows here by Michael.

[mockys2007]

hoooowoooaaaaoooow!!!!! what a version.. thank u for posting.

[kuyablue1]

The first time I heard him ,I was in Corpus Cristi...and the oddd time of night that they chosed to play Jazz was in the wee hours of morning..(Thanks Donnie)..Down In Brazil.....I was hooked right then.....totally under-rated.....

[bigben1986]

not only is he an awesome musician, he's also a great individual. i have apoken to him a few times and hes super duper cool. even though hes over looked and underatted, you would be surprised as to who shows up at his concerts. big huge names. for real

[CRAVJENS]

@bigben1986 That does not surprise me he is THE Musicians Musician

[slavoniec]

nie lubie facetów z wąsami ale fajnie spiewa....;)

[boblpage]

I don't know, Flipnsac. I've been a fan for 30-plus years; have seen Michael in person many times. My ex-radio station, WJZZ, made him in my hometown of Detroit. Perhaps some people think his stuff is lame, simplistic, etc. I understand their viewpoint, but I think he's terrific! Great melodies!

[msFuzzybutt]

i made a song called tiger in the rain i was thinking of it so i typed it in weird

[carioca56]

If you like this, you should check out Steve Winwood's Arc of a Diver, or Gato Barbieri.

[EquityMarketor]

Michael is great! I loved his music since 1980 when I first heard him on KBLX the quiet storm in Alameda Ca. I like all of his lyrics and songs.

[MegaBellinger]

awsome

[MrGoonerforlife]

Love him and i got laid a lot of time when playing him in the 80's

[deebonn]

Simply sweet. Yes underrated, because only a handful of talented listeners can really participate in rating this amazing artist.

I love you, Michael. You make my world much brighter. I was once a wild Tiger!

Thank you for sharing.

[rexas815]

this song together with"the lady wants to know" are my most requested songs of all time we saw his live concert many years ago in manila. he's really a crowd drawer we'll never forget you mr. franks my hats off for you thanks !!

[picoharmotimpo]

I knew several of his songs, but didn't know who the singer was until recently. His voice is certainly distinctive, and his songs are like sweet poetry. Is this song about a cat that he found?

[bossa852]

i agree with you guys underrated not for all people and his a great artist

[republika903]

"Is not for all the people" - you are absolutely right.

[rockme1492]

oh  yea your absolutly right

[flipnsac]

I don't understand why Michael Franks is so underrated and overlooked. I really love his music and lyrics.

[rockme1492]

Michael Franks is not for all the people

[Ihy744ppp]

He is underrated, but that is also what makes him so great!

[jetcruz]

he is really great!!!

[TheJazz6339]

@flipnsac thats a easy answer because most people are ignorant to the fact that good music comes in all flava's music today is manufactured in the studio by people who have no talent to sing or play a instrument and its real sad that the great musicians and singers like michael franks dont get the props they deserve its because people like him that music is where it is today the new so call artist don't create anything they just sample from the old

[tristantupaz]

@flipnsac i agree...i love most his work. A classic song.

[bigben1986]

@flipnsac I AGREE WITH YOU. i have learned that in life those who are more talented are less appreciated. everything is an image nowadays with music. very sad.

[flipnsac]

@bigben1986

We had a local smooth jazz station here in Sacramento, CA that refused to play any Michael Franks music. Even though many of his session musicians are well known in the smooth jazz world, I couldn't convince them to play him. That station is no longer on the air but if you can't listen to him on smooth jazz, where? I guess you have to be pretty unique to appreciate his music and talent but it's such a shame he is so unappreciated. BTW, they love him in Brazil.

[volkwino]

It´s so great. I sang it also for years!

Really great!

[sandylai007]

great man good artist Dec 2009

[eakeeboi]

What a blended voice he got... Huge!

[weckalini]

Yawn! I didn't realize I was so sleepy.

[omari7777]

wake up!

[Astillero15]

I love this song !! Michael Franks is my favorite singer... My wife and I met back in 1978 when Tiger in the rain" was first coming out...

[realloveisworthy]

awesome!!!

[tonto4848]

The man is just Mr. Cooooool !!!

[openallstations]

Lovely Guitar playing, and what about that Bass solo!!

[Braenchild82]

Dude, I didn't even know Michael Franks could play the guitar. As if he wasn't already talented enough! I love this song. I was hoping for the full-on orchestral version of it, but acoustic will do just fine.

[caendemaria]

Simply the best... , pure talent....

Simplemente lo mejor... , puro talento...

[fdcastillojr]

"B BOY"

:YOUR JUST GREAT"

[200809jwilson]

Excellent semi solo acoutical version of one of Frank's most relaxing and romantic song/poems

[LadyLLLL]

Beautiful voice... Just listening to his voice makes all worries fade away... it's so calming....

[GLDE8R44]

The beauty of this song is it tames the tiger....I can almost pet him

[stephystills]

MIKE FRANKS___ LOVIN HIM A LONG TIME too--! GREAT..

[Magamaguitam]

What a mastery! What a quality in this brilliant artist!!! Pure silk in sound and the feelings...here the word awesome is not fortituous!!!

Great day everyone!!!

Many thanks for posting!

Cheers from Mexico!

[nubonyx]

I remember when I first listened to Michael Franks. The song was "When the Cookie Jar is Empty." I had discovered his music on a whim. I was captivated his voice and his singing style. He is like Jobim, Pastorious, and Flora Purim. He is one of a kind and there will never be another like him. He is a master at making people "feel." God bless you Michael Franks. Cheers from Philly!

[ikkirotalabab]

one of the great songs of the ages. LOVE this.brings back my high school days in the 80's.

[karlie81267]

i grew up listening to his cool voice and yeah, definitely the coolest white man ever

[PLANETCOOLTV]

True but not only white man coolest MAN alive and ever and thats coming form a black guy

[Poopaloo55]

Where have I been? This is my first time hearing him...and really like it. Thanks!

[williamsj125]

My first time too. I love it!

[eihwazone]

Poopaloo55, that's how I feel sometimes when I hear a great song or melody for the first time. That's why I joined YT, it's all here...enjoy your visit.

[dannyboy5678]

Timeless.

Thanks for keeping this post!

[jbflames1]

I listen to micheal franks in college years ago and I love his voice then as I do now, his songs are so beautiful he's one of the best.

[marisalaxy]

i love this song

[adewow]

cool.......love it!!!

[oliveiramarcilene]

Obrigada Victor...beijo

[easalwaysmokin]

my og loves this guy. i grew up on his tapes in the car!!!!!

[nikadaka]

a masterpiece

[brainnee1]

the coolest and smoothest white man alive..a true legend to me..this dude has soul

[bdnv08]

The first tune of MF I heard - from then on I've been a fan. Have all his records and look forward to the next one!

[JamesMathis11]

1 of my favorites, i like the part at the end when franks, looks back at the bass player,its like they know the just nailed it.

[Tardiskey]

I can't begin to thank you for posting these. I've been a fan for 30 years, but I've never seen him perform.

[johnartmaster]

I met Michael Franks in 1997 he was so real so giving of himself to a total stranger this guy is just awsom thanks for posting!!!!

[JamesMathis11]

i didn't know he played guitar he's very good highly talented

[AutzenMaven]

Sheer brilliance (and a fellow University of Oregon Alumni...got his Ph.D. there). I listened to Popsicle Toes and bought every album/CD since. Antonio taught him well. The most unique talent anywhere...between him and Al Jarreau, they put vocal jazz back on the map. Thank you Michael.

[LoveLotusHa]

He really deserves much more recognition. He's so special.

[swanndf411]

so cool ...

[malosuave]

Where would John Mayer be without Micheal Franks?

[Braenchild82]

Good question about John Mayer. Without Michael Franks, I don't think there would be a John Mayer!

[jackrice221]

There certainly wouldn't be a Jason Mraz. He is also a big fan!

[robertclemon]

tender as the night, and proud of her pussy cat curvers

[ElectonePlayer]

I wish I could give the 6th. star to him ...

[saritafraya]

my most fav. song ever!!!

laff ya michael frank!!

[vinnie7467]

"It's the thunder and lightning he can't explain".....so true

[myra169]

this is one of my favourite song since i was like a little girl!

[lesatz4]

Fabulosa música... Hacía tiempo que no lo escuchaba.

¡Mi enhorabuena!

* * * * *

Un saludo,

Elsa.

[vibravibra]

I just love michael franks.

[blueguise23]

great vocalist...great music!

[VidConcepts]

This is a cool driving song. Imagine just cruising along with the windows down, the moon bright above either alone with your thoughts or with your honey beside you stroking your hand

[vibravibra]

michael franks voice is very hypnotic

[galabin143]

Great music MF... i love this song!

[han264]

grew up with this.....brilliant..

[dechawi]

I heart MF !! Best Music best voice.. LEGEND

[jazzysunny]

I love Franks smooth jazz style with extremely romantic feeling...

when i listening to his songs i always think of sitting alone facing the sea on a beach at sunset..and thinking about life..

Though I'm just a 19 college student,

I love Franks songs....Good music...time wont be a matter..It lasts for life

Thz for posting

A msg from Hong Kong

Regards

[JayElWu]

Hmm you must be my age... youngsters in HK have NO idea what this Urban Eroticism is all about.

[chungmingtam]

michael franks' see you again. sing this song

let me remember young live time.

thx

[sanjervis]

ahhhhhhh

[MZUMANMZU]

soothing

[Scratchnsnif]

Another sweet piece - so sexy too!

[1434princess]

mwaaaaaahhhhhh! I love this song. How romantic. "His tiger ladys' a super fine feline, just what his highness deserves..."

[royefarol]

michael franks'music is when you want to stay out late at nite in your balcony, with open skies, and good old black label;it is as to astrud and jobim's music on a sunny day at the beach with cold beer.both refreshing. royfarol

[tracylordsovr]

damn, man. that's the best description of a great night/day i've read for a long time.

thanks for making me remember what it's like

[royefarol]

thanks tracylordsovr! that's what we are sentimental drunkards in guise of good music.

thanks again.

[roshanrossini]

Such a great song! I love it more each time I hear it....Rossini Nongkhai

[yacumiando]

hard to believe - this song is over 20 years old and sounds so fresh...great! Hope we get enough songs from you (MF)!!!!

[japanka01]

wow................:))

[1434princess]

I adore this song! Reminds me of my dad and mom.

[swanndf411]

aahhh, mellow michael! great song, great guitar solo video ...reminiscent of his early 80's concert at the old Front Row in Cleveland. love this cool cat. keep jazzin' it man.

[Sjako99]

Great tune from a perfect album!

[briannesavio]

Classic Stuff !! love your music Mr. Frank, God Bless You for Ur talent.

[obgynsoon]

My mom was pregnant with me when she first heard his music from The Art of Tea...When I was nine I was with my big sister who played his music it just felt so familiar. Michael's music crossed placental lines, he is forever entangled in my soul...

[dancastelo121]

Isn't he great? Nice to know his music's still being appreciated after all these years... you should also check out Kenny Rankin, another great jazz artist from the same era....

[PENNHILLSPA]

CHECK OUT MICHAEL FRANKS "CINEMA" QUITE COOL...SEARCH UNDER Kingdom Hearts - Cinema

[1434princess]

I love this song!

[mockys2007]

big thank you for posting! havnt heard this song 4 a long2 time.

[edbuot]

thanks

[gottarockman]

"Tiger In The Rain" is a fantastic song by Michael Franks!! always feel like floating to the clouds above

whenever I hear the melody.

[emichelleh]

i love me some michael franks. plan on going to new orleans next month to see him at the house of blues. can someone please post a video of him singing my alltime favorite mf song 'the lady wants to know'.

[urblegend79]

I'm just 27, but first heard his music about 16 years ago and actually started liking his sound. Been a fan of his music ever since.

[poopypinecone]

I love his music...is awesome!!!!!!

[Astillero5]

Michael Franks and Tiger in the Rain are the "culprits" of my marriage. Who is now my wife and I fell in love dancing that song back in 1979.

[davechang18]

Like this song when a CR2 DJ played it at his radio programme. Thanks to him though he almost went to jail ... lol.

[dechawi]

His voice is killing me ! :) like always.. since 20 yrs ago..

[banderista]

so you're kinda old now! wow 20 yrs ago... but then I started appreciating his voice since he was launched by Joe Sample & The Crusaders circa 1975! hahaha

[bobydbsound]

He use to be my " man,The jazz singer of is time! it was 1979/80 first time ear it!...

[kiarinha22]

does someone know how/where I can hear "read my lips" from MF? (the record is SKINDIVE). thank uuuu

[kwekee8]

its ok his song i love very much....pogiku

[lucia523]

I love it... would you please upload his song "Now Love has no end."? my sincerest appreciation!

[heidishiu]

i love this song ... thanks

[SASTUOV]

Very special stuff. Thanks for keeping the standards so high.

[Little96wing]

I like this song so much since I was young, it is a good song. Thank you so much!

[Little96wing]

I like this song so much since I was young. It's a good song. Thank you for your sharing.

[lcemen]

Man! This is one of my favorite MF tunes. Thanks so much.

[nozzies]

Good!

Fine bossa nova tune~

Very good romantic. guess michael lived in japan for too long haha

The original reocrd of this song is better, which i recommend those who like this song to get it ;)

enjoy~