Kansas - "Dust in the Wind" | FIRST TIME REACTION

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Kansas - Dust in the Wind (Official Video)
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[@joeturner1181]

This song is timeless. If you don't feel something from listening to it, you're already dust.

[@user-mm1nw4ym6q]

Best comment on this song ever! Absolutely on target!

[@robertboston7872]

Amen brother lol

[@mikenastasi8927]

Guitarist Kerry Livgren was just doing a finger picking exercise when his wife told him the song was beautiful. He said it was just an exercise. He never thought the band would go for it. Well, here we are.

[@truckrboat]

The band was almost finished recording the album but they felt they needed one more song and Kerry said well I have this little excercise I’ve been playing with, and the Kansas magic dust was sprinkled on it and the rest is music history

[@evanhume3706]

@@truckrboat I watched and interview with Kerry Livgren and he said he used this as a warm-up before they played and his bandmates asked about it and said we think there is a Kansas song in there.

[@monkeymanoki]

that is how he opens this song in concert

[@billpo]

A beautiful masterpiece… I felt, and feel the way you felt…

[@jonathanhenderson9422]

AC/DC's Thunderstruck started the same way. Sometimes those finger-exercises makes for memorable riffs/licks!

[@flash218ily]

When you have a master violin player in your rock band, you know you ain't dealing with an ordinary band.....you're dealing with greatness!.....and Robby Steinhardt's solos fit so perfectly into the cadence of this masterpiece song!

[@swinetrek]

Have a listen to Hawkwind's Hassan I Sahba.

[@michaelkearney2186]

You’ve gotta keep in mind that this song was a HUGE hit right in the middle of The Bee Gees/Saturday Night Fever/disco era. And it still resonated with people. It’s that powerful and universal

[@sabremarky15]

YOU'RE MY BOY BLUE!

[@liquid_butter]

You beat me to it. I could not get into the messages quickly enough yo see if it was here. 😅

[@SleeperHonda]

LOL

[@gohardeg]

Got a fuckin dart in your neck! You're crazy, I like you. Bwaah

[@RobertNorton12013]

Ha

[@JamesKovacic]

WE’RE GOING STREAKING

[@Plan9-3127]

Truly one of the most beautiful songs ever put to paper... You don't hear much like this nowadays.

[@s.erikschulman8487]

The happy/sad word you're looking for is 'melancholy'.

[@jasonkadlec3929]

Or bittersweet. You learn to enjoy and appreciate every moment, but if you hesitate, you never get it back. Time wins every fight.

[@lokephoenix1039]

Never been this early before but this is 100% one of the best songs ever written. I want this at my funeral

[@phillipabat8437]

Yeah me to.😎

[@GrungeNY]

Already requested also.

[@stevejoshua9536]

I want "Hocus Pocus" by Focus.😊

[@lanpartyanimal5215]

You and me both.

[@ALTeRedEgO67]

I would like "Another one bites the dust" at my funeral. Love Queen :)

[@stevenewcomer8837]

The Violinist and co-lead singer Robby Steinhardt’s dad, Milton Steinhardt, was the director of music history at the University of Kansas. Robby started violin lessons at age eight and was classically trained. When his family traveled to Europe while Robby was just growing up, he played with some of the orchestras while there.

[@thancrow]

R.i.p. Robbie Steinhart. I got see Kansas in concert, Robbie was amazing. You are gone, but your music lives on.

[@AnthonyWilliams-ot1yk]

Thanks for sharing that insightful story.

[@rusty9129]

Robbie was actually adopted, so it was his step-father.

[@AnthonyWilliams-ot1yk]

@@rusty9129 Incredible bands usually have even more compelling back stories. This ranks among them. Thanks for sharing.

[@stevenewcomer8837]

@@rusty9129 Yes he was adopted. I had that in my post but tried to shorten it a bit. Regardless, parents who adopt children are not “step parents”. They are THE parents.

[@alanbarr9327]

Kansas had the talent to open the floodgates of emotions in everybody. I'm almost 63 years old, and still get chills when I hear them! 🥰

[@DAMHoo]

I’m 63 as well and totally agree

[@kenpullig1652]

Beyond the harmonies, tonal qualities, and rhythmic grace of this masterpiece, remember that without this classic piece of progressive rock Bill and Ted might not have been able to convince Socrates to go with them on their excellent adventure. A timeless classic.

[@leemiracle6840]

Dust, wind, dude.

[@Okonah]

​@leemiracle6840 Yes! Like sands of the hourglass, so are the days of our lives!

[@albertspillane2831]

The violin 🎻 solo is awesome

[@dagmar.6954]

Kansas was a great band from the 70's. Their musical style is a fusion of hard rock, southern rock & progressive rock. "Carry On Wayward Son" & "Dust In The Wind" are their 2 biggest hits. But they had other good songs such as "Point Of Know Return", "Hold On", "People Of The South Wind", "Play The Game Tonight", "Fight Fire With Fire", "All I Wanted" etc.

[@tommack9395]

"Miracles Out of Nowhere", 'The Wall", "Song For America"

[@copperqwaser2468]

Magnum opus, journey form Mariabronn are jems too

[@descendantoffools9767]

People Of The South Wind is one of my favorites

[@stanleymyrick4068]

Yeah, Kansas to me are those two songs. Never really heard any others from them. None of those you mention ring a bell at all. They might be good too, I don't know myself.

[@richardkint6531]

"Can I Tell You" is one of my faves from Kansas. Other songs that hit the top 30 include "Play The Game Tonight", "People Of The South Wind", "All I Wanted" and "Point Of Know Return". A very versatile group Aileen.😁

[@CharCanuck14]

"I was told: 'You're just ashes & dust.' They forgot to tell me it was STARDUST." - Hubert Reeves, astrophysicist.

[@edjeff1]

Now you're ready to react to The Wall, Hold On, No One Together, The Point of Know Return, Song For America, Portrait(He Knew), What's on my Mind, Play the Game Tonight, Can I Tell You, the list is nearly endless!!!!!

[@robertg7396]

This is arguably the prettiest, most real song ever written. The fact that it is so beautifully performed is just pure perfection! Very euphoric! ☁️😇☁️

[@009AWB]

There was nothing like a Kansas concert in the 1970’s to give me a case of musical whiplash.

[@leightnite3056]

Saw them at a state fair in 2000, They started by shouting "Hello Missouri, welcome to Kansas!" They were absolutely stunningly good! Daytime, playin to the bleachers....fantastic

[@andrewhimes6058]

2004 in Iraq getting back to the patrol base after 14 to 16 hours on operations and recovery, I would put my Kansas CD in the player and just try to chill for a moment. Then go out and do it all over again

[@Fremen1971]

Thank you for your service.

[@mikebell900]

Indeed . And I am glad you had a decompress vent - must be so hard to find in such a situation

[@johnmoore4116]

Thnx you

[@Eowyn187]

Lyrics you say?.... heh heh The lyrics to every single song on their first two albums are freaking poetry. Unbelievably thought provoking. Gorgeous stories even. HE KNEW CLOSET CHRONICLES

[@briangreen9677]

There's a reason this song is used in scenes where there's a loss or death in movies and even tv shows. It packs an emotional punch.

[@RobertNorton12013]

A song about the impermanence of life, living on in history forever. Beautiful

[@MoMoMyPup10]

I don't care what anybody says, but that's the best violin solo in the history of Rock music. It should have its own wing in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame!

[@guanyin19]

Possibly my most favorite song of all time. Not only are the instruments so simple and elegant, but the lyrics as well. They hit so hard.

[@williamaustin1084]

Kerry Livgren lead guitar wrote this and Carry on wayward son. He became a Christian and in the 80s formed the group A.D. The debut album had multiple vocalyst including Ronnie James Dio. That album deserves a listen!

[@lostlothbrok7156]

This song always makes me think of my late grandmother, always telling me not to cry for her passing but celebrate her life ❤

[@saltyfrosticles]

Such a timeless song!

[@behindenemylines9033]

what a hauntingly beautiful song

[@KevinCowden-ow5to]

Kansas was one of the best concerts I ever attended

[@MrPolleyr]

Loved the reaction.❤️ I had the great fortune to meet and spend some time with the guitarist and song writer Kerry Livgren many years ago. He is an amazing musician and composer. He took me out for dinner and then touredhishome studio. A very kind and generous man. I treasure my time with him. Kansas is a deep well of prog rock gold. Dive in and I’ll be right here with you.❤️👍🎸🎶🇨🇦😊

[@jamesfranklin8712]

This is a beautiful touching song I was one of the people who recommended this song thank you for reacting to it

[@nicholasferrara7299]

Your beautiful smile and such well spoken reviews are simply wonderful. Love this song. (You should be on your own television show)! ❤️

[@stevedahlberg8680]

As a fellow musician, I really always love where your analysis is coming from. Good words at the end as well. I bet you would really love another of their huge hits, Point of No Return from their album Point of Know Return.

[@jessieball6195]

This is arguably Kansas's most well-known song-even more popular than "Wayward Son".

[@GrungeNY]

I've grown up listening to that song and every year the lyrics get truer and truer. I can't even listen to it now without crying because of the raw, naked truth of it all.

[@sundager8735]

It’s a good song to get high to and reflect, remember back when this came out a lot of the bands would make certain kind of folk music you could trip to, and this is one of them

[@ronniedeen3651]

this song holds so much emotion and memory for me. THis and "WHo Wants to Live Forever" from Queen.

[@brettkenschaft4239]

When I think of the term "classic rock", and what it means to me, I think of two songs. This one and Boston's "More Than a Feeling"

[@MrLato2000]

To Me the Song is very Somber and Humble as We face our own Mortality and It Matters the Legacy We Leave Behind When We Leave this World.😊😊😊

[@GBeret83]

If ever there was a song that really is the true meaning of life, it's this one!

[@_BAD_MERC_]

The best part of reaction videos is rediscovering the songs we all forgot were so epic! Because of content creators like you - I buy MORE music than ever from artists I never would have given a second look.

[@doorofnight87]

I too am a sucker for stringed instruments. Particularly the violin, probably because I used to play it, eons ago. Violin music goes right to my soul. Great song and reaction!

[@TheKaelleb]

The Lightning's Hand, Bring it Back from Mexico, Miracles Out of Nowhere... So many.

[@rusty9129]

I'm old, thankfully. I got to see Kansas do this live when it was new!! Always been a fan as they incorporate thought provoking lyrics with driving rock and touches of jazz fusion. Certainly a unique combo in that Era. This album came out in 1976. The previous album in 1975 contains an anthem that you should hear. Great themes, lyrics that make you think and first-rate musicianship. It's called "Song for America". You will be captivated!!

[@bookhouseboy280]

Following up a big hit like 'Leftoverture' and "Carry on Wayward Son" was daunting, especially for a band like Kansas that has never really trafficked in hit singles. That the cleverly named follow-up was arguably more consistent is a testament to the band, especially given its rigorous touring schedule in support of 'Leftoverture.' Kansas generally moved back toward shorter pieces here but maintained prog ambitions throughout, stretching things out for "Closet Chronicles" and "Hopelessly Human." ‘Point of Know Return’ solidified their popularity, selling 4 million copies in the U.S. alone. It generated hits with the title track and the iconic ballad “Dust in the Wind,” as well as popular favorites “Sparks of the Tempest” and "Portrait (He Knew)" - Excerpts from Ultimate Classic Rock 2023

[@Tbone.357]

"Song for America". Another classic from Kansas

[@BarrenCosmos]

You doing more Kansas songs is such a fun thing after how cute your last reaction was from by them 😭 Which was also the only time I’ve ever listened to them too so I’m happy I get to listen along with you for these songs ❤️

[@jasonsomething6003]

So many great Bands from the 70's-80's... LOVE the reaction and your smile is the cherry on top! Boston, Eagles, Bad Company and many others have had such an impact on our culture beyond believed thought. Keep turning out the videos Girl... I'm a FAN! peace

[@markphillips1048]

Love the reaction. Kansas has a deep catalog for you to explore. Try Miracles out of Nowhere next.

[@xirknight]

This song will always be magical.

[@bigdaddyeb56]

You are a Very Loving and Kind Person Aileen !!! Thank You and Keep it Up

[@Thundaarr]

As Bill & Ted said... "Dust, Wind, Dude!". The great thing about this song, it has been ongoing for millenia in one form or another.We can leave our mark on history, but in the end it is still dust in the wind. So live our life for now, make the best of our moments. Nothing is given, but our relationships are earned.

[@michaelhillmann3460]

You need to treat yourself to “Miracles out of Nowhere”. It’s a Kansas gem!

[@jeffmorrison2147]

Kansas Point Of No Return

[@stpnwlf9]

I never see anyone react to it, but "Lamplight Symphony" from the Song For America album is one of the most beautiful compositions in their discography, IMO.

[@bradsense7431]

I agree. I have only seen a couple reactors take on that one which is a shame compared to so many DITW.

[@michaelv9929]

2024 and this song is still not only relevant but still very important 🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻☮️

[@csbrown3]

I always thought of this song as "intimate." Beautiful work...

[@lennyraywilkerson]

Kansas was very bigtime rockers in the 70s with some of the best Rock songs in history hope you react to some more of Kansas. 👍❤

[@viewfromthehighchair9391]

"Point of No Return" would be a great next song to react to from Kansas. It's kind of in between "Carry On Wayward Son" and "Dust in the Wind" style-wise, a bit more pop-y and bouncy.

[@jeff82z28]

Absolutely great summary Aileen, another great reaction. Beautiful song, beautiful lady. Wishing you the best always from Canada

[@robtucker6303]

I really enjoy your reaction videos and I love your spirit.

[@joescott8877]

Almost at 300k subs, Aileen, woohoo! And yet...this too shall pass. A stoic song if there ever was one, existential message. Wisdom put to beautiful music.

[@crhu319]

I think of my beloved parents when i hear this. Both gone now. The gifts i had from each, i struggle every day to use for some good. They are now dust. But still the wind blows dust in the way of the wicked, and while we breathe, we are the wind. Be strong. Those who have gone were. For you.

[@albertspillane2831]

As always I enjoy your reaction to music 🎶

[@Boa_Omega]

Happy/Sad at the same time, melancholy is the name for that.

[@paulgreenleaf4841]

A little known and little played Kansas tune is The Wall on the Leftoverture album. You won’t be disappointed

[@dustinmiller2786]

glad you took my recommendation Great react glad you enjoyed the song

[@charlesbouthillier7216]

I do so love your reactions young lady, thank you for looking at music that I grew up listening to. I gladdens my heart to see young people listening to music that got me through my teenage years.

[@ericfuller3971]

I remember my sister's wedding I requested the guitar player to play this. It ending up being a sing along with upwards of ten people joining in. What a great song. This is one I learned on the guitar also.

[@KevanCorkill]

Hi Aileen 😊 An awesome reaction to Kansas's Dust in the Wind😊👍 I remember this playing on the radio for a long long time 😊 Yes indeed 😊 You have captured the message loud and clear😊 It's most important what Mark you leave behind when you're gone... You stated this very beautifully 😊👍 I wish you all the best as you talk about mental health to those who need to hear 😊 and I hope for all the energy for you as you do so 😊 All the recommendations for Kansas songs are wonderful and I look forward to the reactions from you 😊 Have a great day you and Arya 😊👍

[@glenketchum6379]

You are such a Beautiful Soul, I love your reactions and interpretations on such good Music! Thank You

[@andrewichaerusreynolds3348]

My mom, in the 60's (her teen years) lived with several of these guys. She was dating a guy that was in their band before Kansas. She's told me stories about New Orleans and a bunch of the Woodstock acts coming through there after the festival and hanging out, smoking weed, dropping acid, and doing what people did in the 60's. I've always had a soft spot for them, not least of which because I was in show choir with Livgren's niece. All that is moot to my comment, though. Despite my personal connection to this band and song, somehow, watching your reactions to things always brightens my day. Your sincere and honest and emotional reactions are a breath of fresh air. My 7yo son is going through chemo currently, and the amount of surface level sympathy we get is literally sickening. Honest feelings are rare and cherished for me these days, and everything you do fits the bill. Thank you, Aileen. If I had the means, I'd love nothing more than to sing with you. He'll, even if it was karaoke. 😊

[@aldogonzalezjr]

Nothing like a classic 70’s rock band Ballot. The lyrics just hit different

[@zq9m3xh8]

I've watched quite a few of your videos recently, but you won me over as a new subscriber with this one. And you could have played that violin section 20 times, and I would have happily watched it right along with you. Love your channel! Good luck!

[@viewfromthehighchair9391]

I saw Kansas a few years ago and they are in Toronto tomorrow night and I may go. We'll have to see. They are awesome in concert having two of the original seven members still with the band; however, you wouldn't notice as they are spectacular. If you get a chance to see them live, take it!!

[@ThistleAndSea]

Lovely, Aileen! Yes, this one hits, doesn't it? Such a beautiful song. This one got a lot of radio play back in the 70's. It hit a nerve then, and today as well. Thank you for sharing this one. 🙂

[@barrylavender7938]

Beautiful song by a great band. Brilliant reaction once again Aileen.

[@AllenZerr]

Years back, while still learning the many intricacies of guitar playing, I decided to delve into learning how to play this beautiful piece and remember really struggling with the artful fingerpicking. Those were the good ol' days... days long gone now with my fine motor control greatly diminished due to living with the most aggressive form of MS. This disease hasn't stopped me from appreciating great music like this though. I gotta say, another tune that I also struggled with - fingerpicking-wise - was Just Breathe by Pearl Jam. Thank you for doing this one, Aileen. I didn't know how much I needed it.

[@johnforsyth7987]

This song reminds me of what the pastor tells us on Ash Wednesday. From Dust you came. And to Dust you shall return. Thank you for your wonderful reaction. Please consider reacting to the Kansas song Play the game tonight.

[@nh_highlander1985]

I had the pleasure of meeting Robbie a number of times and on a personal basis...a gentleman and a brilliant musician...RIP Robiie.

[@timtravasos2742]

Great reaction, as always, Aileen.

[@RAIDERS77FYT]

Hi Aileen ..I knew you'd loved this song..one of the best songs ever..I love playing this on acoustic guitar..and loved your genuine reaction I think everyone has had that same reaction the first time hearing it..and yes that violin gets you in this emotional state to cement what this thing called life is all about...thank you for this .take care..🙏

[@Buddha-of8fk]

Kansas is an awesome band to explore. Super talented everyone of them and they had the coolest album covers. This song is very deep.

[@ScottM-mds1hb]

Saying Kansas already means greatness, then you pick a tune. 🎶 If you want or just play all of them in a row!! Such sweet memories of all the days and nights we have all lived through😊😊😍😍🥰😉and know it’s all Dust!!

[@txheadshots]

This song was used with devastating effect in the first season finale of the Highlander TV show… has stuck with me for years even though I was a big fan of Kansas all the way back to the early 80s

[@saboteur1001]

Noticed many times your tears. You're very emotional. I like it! It tells you're talented person, you can hear. My respect.

[@rogerdaly6326]

This song is a reminder that sometimes we as humans can have an overflated view of our place in this world. In the grand scheme of it all we are just here for a blip in time.

[@ronaldelliott4373]

Their debut album is still my favorite. Their first Tour as a supporting group caught many headliners by surprise. Saw them open for Bad Co. and both were great. Glad their hits finally came along so everyone could hear how great they were.

[@davidgalloway5486]

I bet I'm speaking for a few... love you reacting to now older music and how you understand. Keep it up beautiful soul!!!

[@markhoward2811]

This was my friends song at his funeral. He passed away a few years ago and he always loved the line 'all we are is dust in the wind' and used it a lot to describe his life.

[@GranpaMike]

Timeless song and a beautiful reaction. Thank you, Aileen.

[@michaelnettles-kf2bl]

My first concert was Kansas in 1978 at the Jacksonville Coliseum (RIP). Amazing! They sounded live like the studio except for the ENERGY! Atlanta Rhythm Section was the warm up band. Kansas was the warm up band for Queen a time or two and Brian May had a lot of good things to say about them.

[@TerryParsons1724]

A beautiful song the harmonies are amazing I love Kansas. Great reaction thank you.

[@puppetmaster8551]

Amazing song that’s an absolute classic, never gets old. Really hard hitting emotional and relatable song. Great reaction as always

[@jakes3059]

Back in my youth, this was a favorite song of mine and my best friend Billy. He died about 14-15 years ago and this has brought back some memories. It was hard, but good too. Thank you for this.

[@richardhood6397]

I believe you do bring good to the world. Keep doing what you do.

[@randallshuck2976]

A favorite of mine from them. "People of the South Wind" is also very much listening to. Good reaction. Glad you appreciate them.

[@chrisoakley5830]

Was looking for a mention of that song, I love it, I still have the old 45 record of that tune.

[@pauljefferies2091]

I remember my mother coming home with the album when I was 7 or 8. This was pretty much the first song that I really remember as a child. Now it just reminds me of her and the old farm. Amazing how a song can bring back memories fresh from almost 50 years ago.

[@TheDrevil426]

can you believe this song came from a preshow finger exercise.....his wife over heard him doing it and made him bring it to the band and heres the final product!!!!!!!A classic!!!!!!!! Aileen your starting to discover why music from the 60's 70's and 80's was so unbelievable great lyrics great musicians and we all love those moments where we fell in love with a song ands so fun to see it happen to you..Beauty moves me to tears, I see it does the same to you....keep digging out the classics....

[@nathanclaytonvarietyasmr8224]

This is my favorite piece from kansas. I loved the reaction, youre very beautiful tbh