Unchained Melody – Righteous Brothers
This is a high quality live version of the song Unchained Melody sung by the Righteous Brothers in 1965.
Some Interesting Facts About the Song
“Unchained Melody” was originally written for a 1955 prison movie called “Unchained”. It was composed by Alex North and the lyrics were written by Hy Zaret.
The Righteous Brothers recorded their version of “Unchained Melody” in 1965, and it became a hit around the world. It reached number four on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart.
The song is famous for its iconic opening notes, which are played on a solo guitar. This intro has been used in countless films and TV shows, including the movie “Ghost” starring Patrick Swayze and Demi Moore.
The Righteous Brothers’ version of “Unchained Melody” has been covered by many other artists, including Elvis Presley, LeAnn Rimes, and U2. It’s been recorded in various languages and has become a popular karaoke song.
In 1990, the song experienced a resurgence in popularity thanks to the film “Ghost”, which featured the Righteous Brothers’ version prominently. It was re-released as a single and reached the top of the charts in the UK, becoming one of the best-selling singles of all time there.
What did you think of this song and the live performance? Did it bring back some memories? Please tell us in the comment section below and remember to sign up for our free newsletter.
March 9, 2025 @ 6:20 pm
Listening once again, still love it! 😍😍
March 15, 2021 @ 10:36 pm
So enjoy this song…..he does the very best version. I will listen a few more times before I close out!!
March 15, 2021 @ 2:20 pm
Where are the brothers???
March 10, 2020 @ 7:55 pm
This song takes us back in time, a time we will never forget. Beautiful memories are stirred in our minds as we drift back to those wonderful years. Will always love this song and this group.
May 2, 2019 @ 7:08 am
No one can ever top this version. He will always own it.
March 19, 2019 @ 7:12 am
Brings back a lot of great memories
November 9, 2018 @ 12:53 pm
Beautiful song, Many lovely versions. None so beautifully done as this one by Bobby Hatfield. It sends shivers up & down my spine. The Righteous Brothers were magic !
May 25, 2018 @ 4:07 pm
One of my ‘top’ favorites of all time.
June 18, 2017 @ 8:23 am
A wonderful voice—truly a Godly talent.
May 29, 2017 @ 10:42 pm
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October 9, 2017 @ 9:29 pm
What??
May 17, 2017 @ 3:26 pm
The way music is supposed to sound. Beautiful.
May 16, 2017 @ 9:09 pm
They don’t make songs like this any more….my very favorite.
May 16, 2017 @ 3:31 pm
I remember when this song came out, my older daughter’s favorite song, ever. She died about a year ago with cancer. Thank you for the memories. Dewey Marshall Windsor, SC
October 9, 2017 @ 9:34 pm
So sorry for your loss, Dewey. Think about, or hear this song and your precious daughter is with you.
May 16, 2017 @ 12:46 pm
beautiful
July 16, 2024 @ 12:37 am
Always have to listen each time this comes up! Love the way he sings this song!
April 21, 2017 @ 2:16 pm
aw i love this song,
December 24, 2016 @ 4:53 am
A perfect reply! Thanks for taking the trboule.
December 24, 2016 @ 12:29 am
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December 8, 2016 @ 2:15 pm
Lovely bringing back memories. Of the lovely Irish girl that worked away from me
November 7, 2016 @ 9:31 am
Great song,the voice is soothing and the melody is dreamy and I can hear all the words,if you can not hear the words,why would one listen to a song?
December 24, 2016 @ 4:52 am
Deep thought! Thanks for cortnibuting.
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December 24, 2016 @ 11:20 am
Hugh and Ho083&#s2eu;.very well deserved. Hugh is adorable, what a great actor. All of the ensemble for that matter. Also, Christian you are the best. Rest in Peace Heath.
October 11, 2016 @ 9:43 pm
Beautiful song, most haunting voice…love it…thanks…
December 24, 2016 @ 9:42 am
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December 24, 2016 @ 10:03 am
Next time jgn peduli hal orang..suka makan biskut ke..tak jumpa cari biskut ke apynklaaa..an aje la..no need to kecoh2 like this. Period.
September 20, 2016 @ 3:10 am
Yes, it brings memories.
December 24, 2016 @ 12:21 am
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December 24, 2016 @ 4:37 am
I’m quite pleased with the inotfmaoirn in this one. TY!
December 24, 2016 @ 4:47 am
This is both street smart and inlielegtnt.
September 19, 2016 @ 8:23 pm
Haunting and Beautiful version of this song
September 19, 2016 @ 3:13 pm
Where would I find and buy the 1965 live version of Unchained Melody by Righteous Brothers?
December 24, 2016 @ 8:07 am
Of the panoply of website I’ve pored over this has the most veacirty.
July 29, 2016 @ 7:06 am
One of my favorite songs that was music in my opinion beautiful lyrics sung with real emotion and to think he just stood there and sang! no gyrating or grabbing his body that was talent . brings back beautiful memories of such a good time in my youth and still does.
July 29, 2016 @ 1:51 am
Now that was real music, just as it should be and filled with beautiful memories and Love.
June 27, 2016 @ 4:46 pm
The very best rendition of this song I ever heard and I have heard all I could find. No one can sing this like he does, just awesome! I play this often.
June 17, 2016 @ 5:22 pm
Most beautiful song of the time love it and the movie was awesome
April 15, 2016 @ 1:01 pm
I remember dancing at many proms in the 50’s to this song! We have been married 60 years this July … When I hear this song … I feel likeI am 16 again! Thanks for the memories!
April 15, 2016 @ 9:16 pm
How wonderful, Joan. Congratulations! Our 60th would be in May, but lost my husband a year ago. We both loved this song, and this time of good music!!
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April 6, 2016 @ 7:25 pm
Unchained melody by the Righteous Brothers has always been a special favorite of mine along with so many other people , recalling the good days of actually hearing those wonderful songs by artists that were not so in love with themselves, and expressed the feelings that we the generation of that time really looked forward to listening to and understanding what love was all about then.
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April 3, 2016 @ 11:40 pm
No one can ever top the Righteous Brothers’ version of this song. Just can’t be done! Beautiful. Brings back many good memories.
April 3, 2016 @ 2:02 pm
Is the theme song from the movie Ghost?
It is truly beautiful!
April 15, 2016 @ 9:10 pm
Yes it is! Love the movie.
December 24, 2016 @ 9:30 am
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October 11, 2015 @ 12:35 pm
One of my vary Favorite songs
December 24, 2016 @ 5:13 am
If inmfioatron were soccer, this would be a goooooal!
December 24, 2016 @ 5:32 am
And I was just wonreding about that too!
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October 6, 2015 @ 1:30 pm
I just love this song, especially sung by Hatfield,he is just the best Singer for this song,it’s just incredible how he reaches those high notes!This brings back so,so many memories!They just don’t make songs like that anymore!
December 24, 2016 @ 5:56 am
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October 2, 2015 @ 5:58 pm
I did not realize I shared the memory with a host of nostalgic people.
December 24, 2016 @ 9:28 am
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October 2, 2015 @ 9:12 am
I love Unchained Melody!!!! I get up and waltz by myself—reliving memories of years ago!!
December 24, 2016 @ 9:52 am
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December 24, 2016 @ 11:03 am
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September 30, 2015 @ 9:38 pm
This song has so much wonderful memories for me my young son gave me a jewelry box and on the cover was the saying” God gave me life ” when he placed me in your arms and in the jewelry box was this music. Inka Gold came out with this song played on a pan flute and it is so touching I Love it.
September 27, 2015 @ 7:05 pm
“No doubt about it >< They do not make songs like this anymore".
December 24, 2016 @ 4:54 am
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December 24, 2016 @ 10:01 am
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September 24, 2015 @ 2:21 am
a great song and performance
December 24, 2016 @ 4:31 am
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December 24, 2016 @ 5:19 am
I’m impressed! You’ve managed the almost imsobsiple.
September 23, 2015 @ 6:47 pm
Recalls so many memories…Thank you
December 24, 2016 @ 4:58 am
You can always tell an expert! Thanks for conrnibutitg.
December 24, 2016 @ 9:37 am
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September 23, 2015 @ 6:17 pm
This song reminds me of when my husband Bill was in the navy and I was anxiously waiting for
him to come home to me again and he did !!! Ours was a true love, even now when he is
in Heaven we are still in love… Wonderful memories, thank you… GOD BLESS…
December 24, 2016 @ 5:09 am
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December 24, 2016 @ 11:29 am
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September 23, 2015 @ 5:46 pm
I remember playing 1st trumpet with Dick Stabile’s orchestra, the house orch thn), & playing the Righteous aBrothers’ act. Great kick! & Hatfield’s falsetto was something else!
September 23, 2015 @ 4:00 pm
Great Music!!!!
September 23, 2015 @ 12:18 pm
Bobby Hatfield should be the only vocal credit on this performance. Bill Medley was nowhere to be seen.
Hatfield at his very best… outstanding… Thank You !!
September 23, 2015 @ 11:51 am
”priceless”
December 24, 2016 @ 9:26 am
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September 23, 2015 @ 11:49 am
Oh yes, happy, happy memories of my HS days when dancing at the “Y” dances. When dancing was really dancing.
September 23, 2015 @ 10:45 am
Reminds me of a love I could not win.
December 24, 2016 @ 9:44 am
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