Barry Gibb: The Unexpected Story Behind Bee Gees “Stayin’ Alive” | Apple Music

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Every major artist has those standout blockbuster hits that come to define their careers. On Essentials Radio, Zane Lowe and a rotating cast of Apple Music hosts explore the legendary hits that turned some of their favorite artists into superstars and household names. These are music’s most influential artists and the stories behind their songs.

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[Whatchamawhozit]

Look at how humble Barry comes off. This guy is a legendary musician/superstar and he is is as down to earth as your grandfather or uncle.

[tjcj]

I know all the brothers were talented, but for me Barry was the man. The greatest singer songwriter the world has ever heard.

[catlady]

I'm a nurse of 42 years. Staying alive is just the perfect rhythm for CPR

[grandmanancy]

Wonder if Barry realizes how much he is loved and respected. The Bee Gees worked very hard and created so many hit songs.

[patton]

For the musicians: I had to go figure out what the synth is doing in Jive Talking for myself. It's in 7/4 over a 4/4 groove. It repeats the phrase four times and resolves on the "1" when the vocals come back in. Freaking brilliant.

[youbigtubership]

The speed of Stayin' Alive is used as a guide for how fast to pump when CPR is taught because everyone knows the song, the title is relevant, and the pace is spot on. It is amazing that people are alive because of it. What a gift.

[ricopaulson]

People tease and diss on the Bee Gees for their 70s disco era but Barry Gibb is one of the most prolific songwriters of his time. He deserves to be up their with McCartney and Lennon. The guy could write a hook. I'm always blown away by something when I listen to their tunes. There is always something that pops up and surprises me that I missed.

[acamaro]

I agree Barry is a musical genius and a humble man . Musically the Gibb brothers were one of the greatest composers and performers in pop history. These days nothing like them comes close .

[kesharisuthar]

Barry is a legendary singer, songwriter and exceptionally humble person. It is too sad that his younger brothers are no more. His recalling that the beat of Staying Alive was used as CPR, is incredible. 👌👌👍👍😊😊

[raymond]

So much talent. Awesome era. I remember my middle sister and her friends driving from Hialeah to Miami Beach going up and down in front of his house trying to meet or run into Barry.

[leftverture]

You’d think from this interview that all these great songs just happened. It takes somebody with a great amount of talent (and a fair amount of humility) to make what they do seem so easy.

[Will_DiGiorgio]

Wow, how could anyone give this thumbs down, Barry is one of the legendary songwriters of the era.

[dianebuzek]

Yes! Chest compressions to the lines Stayin’ Alive, stayin’ alive! Perfect rhythm to keep the heart going. My young co-worker had never heard of the Bee Gees, and asked what song would she know. I said Stayin’ Alive and she said oh, the song we do chest compressions to? 😁😄🥰 I always wondered if Barry knew about this. Now I know he does! ❤

[M-xk]

I love the Bee Gees and I am sad Robin died and Maurice, Andy. Barry is probably one of the most genuine and honest person, he speaks from the 💜

[Erizedd]

Barry's till got that special something - that humble charisma and presence about him - that he and his brothers have always had. I love this man! ❤️

[CliffMcAulay]

I feel so lucky to have lived in the days when a new Gibb brothers song was on the radio. Thank you Barry.

[stacydalebarendse]

Wow Barry looks good! Aging VERY well!

[karish.]

I loved hearing how the Bee Gees got started, how they evolved, and how some of their greatest songs came to be! It was hilarious hearing about Barry Gibb's discovery of his falsetto voice!

[M-yb]

I love a humble person that has had so much success👍

[lindabrown]

What a knowledgeable man. A beautiful awesome person ❤️♥️