Gerry Rafferty - Baker Street - ( Hiphop Head Reaction )

Gerry Rafferty - Baker Street - ( Hiphop Head Reaction )

[@markwilkie3677]

One of Scotland's best ever artists. RIP Gerry Rafferty.

[@lisamorrison2149]

Nice! The saxophonist is Raphael Ravenscroft. This song was all over the airwaves in 1978. Gerry's voice is so smooth. Great choice!❤

[@ostrichman]

he tried to sue Gerry claiming he didnt get any royalties for writing that solo but it was found in favour in Gerry who claimed he presented the solo to ravenscroft note for note.

[@johnmcbarron7282]

The sax was in the trunk of the cab that he DROVE to the studio.

[@abracadabra3033]

✌

[@homeone4054]

Indeed. NOT Bob Holness 😅

[@justayoutuber1906]

Sad he got paid $27 and didn't even get recognition on the album till later.

[@troysaylors8884]

Listen to “right down the line” by Gerry Rafferty It’s THE song I send to my wife to let her know I love her . Thanks for the great reactions

[@jonzy72]

I second this

[@abracadabra3033]

I definitely will for sure

[@195511SM]

@@abracadabra3033 I bought that 'City to City' album, back in 1979. I was going thru some really dark times, and that thing really helped snap me out of the depression. Every song on there.....I think they're ALL great.

[@redsologlass8768]

Great song! Play it for my wife or get her attention if it comes on the radio. Real emotion in the words. Just perfect. Like he wrote it for me to tell her my everyday feelings for her. Just nice.

[@Jihavoh777]

@@195511SM it truly is great all the way through

[@cbilky2914]

The 70s was the best era of music for me, this takes me back to High School...

[@abracadabra3033]

As i do these reaction , i am starting to see that , Great music

[@lindaj.1974]

The 1970s was the WORST decade in America in the past 80 years, and this song was the definitive song of the 70s. A scary, dark and depressing song for a scary, dark and depressing decade. There were definitely hundreds of great songs in the 70s, but this song wasn't one of them.

[@dimitrasotirakoglou2553]

The best saxophone piece you ever hear in your adult life. You are on fire with all those songs.. Thank you friend ♥️ Greetings from Greece

[@abracadabra3033]

Thank you Dimitra

[@DHARMN00]

The sax at the end of Pink Floyd's "Two Suns in the Sunset" is also fantastic

[@trillgotdrip1012]

Ahahaaa, you're reaction was surprising because my Pop's, who's a Veteran, WAKE N BAKES to this every morning on our patio with the music cranked! Neighbors hates that because my Pop's up at 6am. 😎😆 Oh, and Pop said that Sax PIERCED HIS SOUL. 💯

[@abracadabra3033]

Wake and Bake , he was absolutely right 😎✌

[@RJ-os1je]

😎🌞🌵Thank you to your POP’s for his service, it’s folks like him that make it possible for me to also enjoy my WAKE N BAKE listening to great music ✌️👏👏👏🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@maryroberts9233]

Gerry Rafferty is amazing.....love the sax.....smooth as silk.....sorta like Al Stewart, Boz Scaggs.....love the blues sound. Classic seventies. Lucky to have this music in the seventies

[@lindaj.1974]

Does anyone genuinely enjoy this song? Or do people just say they like this song to hide the anxiety they feel when they hear it, or to sound tough? I can't stand hearing 5 seconds of this song because I feel extremely anxious when I hear it. The sax solo, and the entire song really including the keyboards, terrified the fuck out of me when I was 12 years old, and really this song somewhat ruined my teen years because I would hear it on the radio a lot, or it would get stuck in my head, and I would remember the fear I had the first time I heard it at age 12, etc. This song just immediately strikes fear and anxiety into me, even now at age 39. I don't know how anyone can call this a "beautiful" song.

[@kennethjacobs2963]

One half of Stealers Wheel..they had some cool songs, like stuck in the middle with you and everything will turn out fine

[@MemfoTees]

"Stuck in the middle" was on Reservoir Dogs!

[@jamesdignanmusic2765]

"Outside Looking In", "Benediction", "Star" - much more than the one-hit wonders everyone thinks they are

[@kennethjacobs2963]

Plus Good Business Man, Johnny's Song, Jose, Go as you please, Back on my feet again..yeah they put out 3 good albums

[@myles3856]

Ok

[@charlesfitzgerald9631]

Great reaction!! I know exactly what you’re talking about. If you like this song you’ll probably love Al Stewart’s “Year of the Cat”.....A timeless classic masterpiece.....The instrumentation Is out of this world. Everyone shows up

[@robjohnson5872]

In the Al Stewart discussions, - "On the Border" deserves a mention too. Great production from Allan Parsons IMSMC ...

[@tonyanderton3521]

Year of the Cat is great, Charles. It's a great album, too.

[@rayboston8737]

Good call! Those songs were huge back in the day!

[@dwaynebethea5003]

Year of the Cat is an amazing. Great recommendation 👍

[@ginaarendtson9478]

The ultimate 70’s tune!

[@joebond8214]

Once again, no one picks better songs than Abra! :-)

[@fidge54]

Truth

[@abracadabra3033]

😎✌, thank you thank you

[@v.j.3029]

@@abracadabra3033 You should check out the song Abracadabra by the Steve Miller Band next. It's a great 80's song, I want to see Abracadabra react to Abracadabra.🤗

[@MemfoTees]

@@v.j.3029 I was thinking the same thing!

[@joebond8214]

@@MemfoTees Me 2

[@2869may]

I love how you felt this tune man...! Another good one from him is "Right down the line"

[@abracadabra3033]

Quite a few request for it , so definitely

[@jeffcobb2734]

Pretty awesome when a song mirrors real life. Every once in awhile you can really identify with the lyrics, like the artist knows you and is writing about your life specifically. You're like, "Damn, how does this guy know what I'm going through?!?!?" Keep on keepin' it real bro!

[@abracadabra3033]

Indeed, when i hear certain lunes that i relate too , it shows me mysic connects , thank you

[@Hobodeluxe007]

just an amazing arrangement and production on this song. you can tell they spent a lot of time getting it just like they wanted it too. one of my all time favorites.

[@jonathanwiggins5366]

This is one of those classic grooves you hear in a bunch of movies.

[@jonathanwiggins5366]

Seeing you get animated over the lyrics-- one of your best reactions.

[@dandedee1]

Wow, ive loved this song since it was released ... that guitar solo messes me up EVERY time i hear it

[@abacus999]

Wow! Great reaction, man. This song always affected me too. Since I was a kid. Of course, it especially hits home hearing it as a grown man. Couldn't agree more about that second verse.

[@sarahzentexas]

Beautiful song. It was played to death on radio in the 70’s. You should definitely hear Al Stewart’s “Year of the Cat” if you haven’t already.

[@abracadabra3033]

Year of the Cat , got it 😎✌, thank you once again

[@fidge54]

Typical real, heartfelt reaction from you. Keep it up brother

[@docamosroxie8686]

We all feel that " mood"....its why it's a great tune!

[@SirenBlue]

Such a great writer, Night Owl, Get it Right Next Time, Stuck In The Middle With You, all wonderful songs

[@dctbass]

Night Owl and Get It Right Next Time are under appreciated classics.

[@jamesrowe3606]

Loved your reaction man. I'm Scottish and I was in Canada in 1978 when this record was released. It was a joy to see my Canadian friends discovering how good my fellow Scot Gerry Rafferty was. Watching your reaction came damn close to that. Check out Right Down The Line and Stuck In The Middle by Gerry's band Stealer's Wheel. You'll probably know it from Reservoir Dogs.

[@abracadabra3033]

Reservoir Dogs , thats right , thank you

[@JonzStoneroadAvalon808]

I was about 8 years old and totally remember this playing on the radio every hour with Ambrosia and Player back to back with this classic. Right Down the Line was another fave.

[@justjudijjb3455]

It’s definitely a groove. It’s sentimental but soothing. Light & deep at the same time.

[@abracadabra3033]

I know exactly what you mean, i agree

[@paulhelberg5269]

I was far from home living in a college town when this came out. I was a bit homesick and Baker Street was a comfort that always took me away from my feelings of being alone. Gerry Rafferty has a truly soothing voice and musical style that still hits me solidly. Thanks for the revue my friend, I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[@charlesbrowne5307]

Hello my friend! Your words described exactly what this song is trying to say. That period in time was magic for music, the best. I am going on 67 & grew up in southern California & music was the way we spoke to each other & taught each other about right & wrong. I am so glad you feel it too as we who were there then now miss the fact that all of us would have sat around together smoking some good weed and sharing this type of thing. Best to you man, good job!

[@lawrenceeason8007]

Try "Right Down The Line"!

[@deborahduplooy9000]

I love your words, I see a book in you

[@abracadabra3033]

Got it

[@wendyreveyoso3731]

This is one of my VERY favorite songs !!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@davem4193]

As a bass player myself I appreciate your take on the way that instruments can convey emotion. FYI this song was in the movie Good Will Hunting.

[@fidge54]

Such a cool song and arrangement

[@fidge54]

Remember hearing it on the car radio for the first time, "Wow, where did this cat come from?"

[@DSBac]

This song always makes me feel nostalgic. Great song.

[@makeadifference4all]

To my ears, this is one of the greatest rock recordings ever. The songwriting, arrangement, music, performances--perfection! Rafferty had a tragic life marked by increasing dysfunction from alcoholism after this recording, but you already can hear the melancholy in this song. I love how this track goes big with the epic sax lines and then pulls way back for the smooth, intimate vocals and storytelling. The recording also has a great and technically demanding short guitar solo.

[@dalem8332]

Former lead singer of the group Stealers Wheel..who had a huge hit with Stuck in the Middle with you. Baker Street was a big song. Went to #1 here in Canada 🎼🎶🎶🇨🇦

[@prometheusfallen]

"That sax is fuckin' badass." Comment of the day, my brother!

[@nadinemarie3811]

This song is one of the best saxophone rock songs. Rest in peace Gerry Rafferty.

[@ronedelenbos272]

Great Story of a troubled life. Gerrymandering was a great storyteller musician. Lived a troubled life. Rip Gerry. Miss your sound.

[@joebond8214]

If you haven't, you will probably love Al Stewart- "Year of the Cat", similar vibe as Baker St

[@abracadabra3033]

Thank you for that ✌

[@VicEclectica]

Definitely another great song - love the singer/songwriters of the 70s and the storytelling.

[@genecase9464]

Agree completely. Both of those songs are so well written, arranged, produced, engineered, etc. They are what I call "quality" songs from start to finish. Just a cut above the rest.

[@dwaynebethea5003]

Year of the Cat is a great song

[@davidandrew6957]

This song always reminds me of Sunday's at the park or going for long drives.

[@PsychedelicRealities]

Haha yes I know what you mean 😂

[@timpearson2912]

Baker street just blew your mind that sound of the guitar lead is legendary.

[@jeffputnam3582]

I'm enjoying your evolution in listening to and appreciating different artists and breaking down what's going on instrumentally in their songs. You're developing a better critical ear. Love your selections, too!

[@abracadabra3033]

I'm loving this new discovery of Classic music Great Artist, thank you

[@beeseewill2407]

This song is so ahead of its time.It could just play on forever.So Good.

[@originalpottsy]

Sounds like you're not getting many requests, but the songs you are picking are in my all time playlist. You're on fire my friend. 🔥try this one 68m views for Gary Moore "still got the Blues". Enjoy.

[@abracadabra3033]

I will, thank you

[@calliedavila2517]

I've always loved this song!!! This song will make ya wanna put it on, crank it up & go get baked on Baker Street right about sunset time & just let your body move & groove to the awesome sound of that sax!! Just sit back & ride with it & let it be the Driver that transports you on an awesome trip. That's what I always envision & do whenever I hear this song. Great choice & reaction, Abra! 😊❤️😊

[@abracadabra3033]

😁, agreed ✌

[@TartanBear]

Thanks for posting mate - like you this song touches me. I moved to London as a young guy and the lyrics are about how soul less and lonely that big city can be (relate to that). "Give up the booze and the one night stands" - as a proud Scotsman - very proud that my countryman wrote this epic tune!

[@DMCDObidon]

Baker Street is just the perfect song. The way the music fades into the background so you can hear every word Gerry sings, then when the Sax kicks in between the vocals everything rises. The Guitar solo where theres been no heavy Guitar in the rest of the songs, leading in to the final Sax section. Gerry started out as a folk singer with Billy Connolly called the Humblebums. Gerry went on to form Stealers Wheel (Stuck in the Middle with you from Reservior Dogs Soundtrack) and Billy went on to be a world famous comedian/actor.

[@Uatu-the-Watcher]

The sax is an audio illustration of the dream of the better life. It sounds grand and epic, like our dreams of tomorrow.

[@jamesdignanmusic2765]

Such a smooth, smooth voice, and another musician who died too young, sadly. Another great Gerry Rafferty track to try is "Get it Right Next Time" - it's got a huge hypnotic bass sound. Great stuff.

[@NOLAgenX]

Love that you reacted to this!! It was such a huge song that even in junior high I thought it was great.

[@johnduggan218]

This is his legacy - a great song.

[@selectronium]

this song was so powerful in informing my life: i learnt to be in the now... everyone in this song "will be" happy "in the future"... i am SO grateful that i heard this in 8th grade.

[@markcollins934]

I definitely feel some type of way too Abra, from the first time I ever heard this song it has always been one of my top picks. It is like a live wire through the core of your soul. Just wanted to leave some good vibes for you, great reactions to some great music, keep it up it is a pleasure to see you experience this for the first time... respect!!!

[@Johnny67557]

I can't describe my feelings either. Heard this song a zillion times since childhood in the 70's. Always makes me uneasy in a good way. The Foo Fighters did a good cover!

[@deborahduplooy9000]

Magic choice, waves from south africa

[@PeterMasi_Son_Tile]

I think the emotion you’re feeling is nostalgia! The song is looking back on his life, where he wants to be but knows he can’t and the music really portrays nostalgia well! Great reaction!

[@abracadabra3033]

Absolutely and Thank You, ✌🏾🙏🏾

[@thetextpistols7354]

One good thing about music, when it hits....you feel no pain.- Bob Marley

[@abracadabra3033]

Thats the greatest quotable of all time

[@joannfravel6882]

I’m a 70 year old woman who stumbled upon your channel. You choose excellent songs. Kudos to you, Abra, for your eclectic taste.

[@diggerdad3291]

Great reaction...I could tell the song spoke to you bro...keep them coming

[@abracadabra3033]

Thank you and it definitely did

[@dennisesplin3285]

Man you get Gerry Rafferty. Well done. Best honest reaction yet.

[@bobmarley8270]

Learn to work the saxophone, I play just what I feel Drink Scotch whiskey all night long, And die behind the wheel "Deacon Blues" - Steely Dan

[@schadellconnor7891]

Yessss🤗 call me decon blues

[@johnnytrotter7812]

They call Alabama the Crimson Tide call me Deacon Blues. I love that song.

[@jacqueline4514]

Is there gas in the car? Yes, there’s gas in the car😂

[@sood9876]

This just shows we're all not that different. What can appeal to one can appeal to many

[@abracadabra3033]

Indeed ✌

[@workingman6681]

One of my favorite songs. Thats why they call it the sexy saxophone! You nailed it Abracadabra!! 🙏🙏🙏

[@stevemurrell6167]

Everyone knows that saxophone.....an iconic sound of the late 70's. Beautiful song, great reaction!

[@dumdumbush]

I purchased this LP in red vinyl when it was released.Oneof my favorites, for sure!

[@abracadabra3033]

This song is Magic

[@erniefinley3051]

One of the best reaction sites on the air these days...good variety

[@seanjohnson3920]

That sax gives me goosebumps everytime. I'm 42 and would go to bed with brothers while dad stayed up smoking and drinking to his rock. TY dad for playing the goods, I'll be passing the good stuff to my daughters before I leave this plane of existence. I'm just glad to see good fellas like yourself and many others taking the journey as well. TY for your vids. THis song and sax just stirs our Souls.

[@R.Kinney1492]

Celtic 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Soul.

[@colincampbell5967]

have a listen to old classic "The Eve of Destruction" by Barry Maguire

[@brianouellette6611]

Yes yes yes!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@ericmorgan204]

Well done choosing one of the most underrated singer songwriters of the 20th century. I think you will love his live jam with the song “Get it Right next time” among a 100 other great tracks.

[@slimpickins9124]

This is some smooth stuff, you'll like it.

[@karenward267]

This song never gets old. RIP Gerry and Raphael.

[@chriscarr1659]

🎷🎷🎷 Absolutely profound Sax playing🎷 Nice Reaction Bro👊 Enjoy your weekend 💯💯

[@byronmitchell3784]

JERRY RAFFERTY, "BAKER STREET". MID 70'S GROOVE. DEFINITELY THAT SAX SENDS YOU AWAY. NICELY ABRACADABRA. "RIGHT DOWN THE LINE".... ANOTHER AWESOME TUNE.

[@Ancaladar100]

If you ever get to a point in your life where you might like to try something different, I would highly recommend audio books, voice overs, something...your voice is so smooth I could listen to you talk for hours. Thank you for sharing your time and effort to do these reactions. I'm hip to your jive. Stay safe out there.

[@rogerharris825]

I love this song. One of my favorites as a teenager!

[@sassymessmess9110]

I think I was 10 when this song came 1978? Love this song fo this day. A classic. Iconic sax 🎷 He had another song called "Right Down The Line".

[@lynnsmith3976]

Oh my Abra, I know how you feel - that is the way this song hit me when it first came out. I'm so sorry I did not recommend it to you. Usually I try to listen more than talk. Thanks for this.

[@formerIWUcoachDDD]

One of the most iconic pop songs ever written and recorded....

[@jamescowsert2128]

One of the tunes from the disco era that's always good. PEACE

[@incognitis2437]

This song is featured in a pretty great moment in the show Rick and Morty

[@iainweller452]

“Right Down The Line” by Gerry Rafferty is an amazing song

[@debravirden7130]

The Sax catches you and pulls you into this great song!

[@richardvincelette9741]

Great tune and tone to this man’s voice. That Sax and guitar solo!!!!

[@philging]

I used to live in London and my brother had a flat on Baker Street . . whenever I went over to see him I always had this song in my head - great reaction.

[@j.shearer1958]

I appreciate your reactions very much...I was 13 or so when this song was played regularly on the radio in the late 70's. Now I'm 55 and when I look back on life I understand the song entirely because I've lived it! Very emotional...god bless.

[@blackprix]

The decade of the 70s had to be the greatest rock ‘n’ roll. Of our time! The Doobie Brothers, steely Dan, Led Zeppelin, Gerry Rafferty… It just goes on and on

[@julietenning7981]

That sax made me finally appreciate the saxaphone.. it cuts deep into the soul..

[@KickItStinky]

Music is COLOR BLIND and for everyone! GREAT REACTION! Keep up the great videos!

[@walshaw2]

Gerry wrote this after being unable to put out any music for a few years because of legal disputes concerning the break up of his band "Stealers Wheel....He took many trips commuting between London and Scotland to try and resolve the matter, staying in London near or on Baker Street and would often visit a friend nearby, late at night just for a chat...Gerry suffered on and off with a drink problem for most of his life and eventually succumbed to it in the early 2000's......but he truly was an exceptional musician and songwriter...I hope that you react to some more of his great music.

[@charliebishop5928]

Some beautiful memories this brings up, 18 year old on the loose, the sax is unforgettable

[@paulinehannon4514]

Quite simply..a masterpiece!

[@jamesboyd5305]

I was 12 when this song came out...I've recently discovered that my ancestors came from Bute Scotland and so did Rafferty...R.I.P...alcoholism...get help... Try...cudos to Raphael Ravenscroft..🎷🎷🎷🎷🎷🎷🎷🎷🎷🎷🎷🎷🎷🎷..🎸

[@marlarogers9304]

I was a teenager when this song dropped...made me want to learn to play saxophone!!!

[@becomingpeculiar2815]

I LOVE show you say, ”I literally feel some kind of way!” This song is amazing it brings your gut emotions up!!

[@halo987100]

I heard it when I was 11 .. dancing cha cha to it ( had right rhythm) in my ballroom dance class ...am 39 now... still can’t shake it off ...

[@ryankirkham8130]

Right down the line is my favorite Gerry Rafferty song. You won't be disappointed if you react to it.

[@Gledge9]

The emotion is joy to me. Gerry is awesome. Many great songs and albums. Home and Dry , Garden of England, Night Owl , check his stuff out I think you'll find a new favourite

[@GinMae]

Thanks, Abra - one of my favorite songs.. I recall being 18 - getting off work early, paycheck cashed... heading out for the weekend... driving down the Milwaukee lakefront - on my way home to a weekend with my whole life ahead - and blasting this song on my radio! (btw, in case you didn't know - Gerry Rafferty was the lead singer in "steelers wheel" - the song you would know is "stuck in the middle with you"...

[@tammydean3003]

One of the best songs ever. I go back to it time after time. Add a sax to a song and it's always a hit.

[@nathansnider6525]

As always, great reaction!!!

[@garyjohnson3081]

Gerry Rafferty was a musical genius!

[@VicEclectica]

Gerry Rafferty... you are so missed. Great song - love that you felt it like that - that sax is killer! That's what great music does... it makes you feel some kinda way. :)