ANOTHER ONE? EVERY SONG HAS BEEN 🔥 ! First Time Hearing The Rolling Stones - Gimme Shelter Reaction

[@thewizard6077]

I always dug hearing Mick's "Yeah" in the background when Merry hits that super high note and her voice cracks...just an iconic, magical moment in Rock N' Roll history. So this is a little bit of the history behind the song. Merry Clayton got a phone call late one night in 1969, asking if she would sing on a track being recorded by the Rolling Stones. Still in her pajamas, hair in rollers and four months pregnant, she arrived at Sunset Sound Studios in Hollywood minutes later, cementing her place in rock history with her ferocious “it’s just a shot away” vocal line on Gimme Shelter. Merry recalls: “I called Curtis (her husband): ‘These boys want me to sing about rape and murder.’ I wanted them to hear me, talking real loud to my husband on the phone. But we got the gist - that it was part of the song and not something just flying out of the sky. I was tired, it was cold and my voice cracked. We listened back and they said: ‘Oh that’s bloody fabulous. Can you do it again?’” The day after the session with the Stones, Clayton suffered a miscarriage. She attributes it to the strain she put on her body pushing the heavy studio doors and then reaching to hit those vocal peaks. “We lost a little girl. It took me years and years and years to get over that. You had all this success with Gimme Shelter and you had the heartbreak with this song.” It took her a long time to listen to the Stones’ song because she so closely associated it with losing her child. “It left a dark taste in my mouth. It was a rough, rough time.” Peace

[@Serai3]

That break in her voice is what makes the song real. The sound of horror.

[@sidcostello7532]

You are correct. That's exactly how the story was told to me.

[@tinalinge2782]

Sad. 😢

[@buckfan1969]

She did her own recording of the song about a year after this was released. It was a very subdued rendition, which surprised me. She actually was a gospel singer.

[@sidcostello7532]

even after the tragic miscarriage, Merry Clayton went through some really rough times, physically as well as financially. I heard that Keith Richards organied a fund raising benefit event for her a few years back. She lost both legs in a car accident and the doctor bills were overwhelming. He's a really compassionate guy....quite unlike the skinny singer, ol' what;s-his-name

[@tyrannicaltypomichaeltester]

Rolling Stones are the definition Of Rock N Roll

[@alex-E7WHU]

I do believe that this is quite possibly the finest song ever recorded. Its absolutely perfect.

[@eric_day84]

I'm glad you mentioned the voice crack because that's one little element that makes this song so great. That wouldn't happen today because majority of music is so over-produced that they would go back and fix it because everything has to be "perfect". That's why I love older music so much, because little things like that is what makes it great. Sometimes imperfections are what makes songs perfect.

[@Serai3]

Being open to the unexpected is a major component of creativity, indeed. The concept of _wabi-sabi,_ the spark of imperfection in the otherwise flawless is what makes it ultimately perfect.

[@Mister_Samsonite]

If you make music or art TOO perfect, then you remove the human element, and thus the human commonality. Art cannot be made better with ProTools or AI.

[@nthdegree1269]

Good point of always love that crack it added something to the sound...

[@chrisbenson6683]

That's the best thing in the whole song 💪

[@kevinwheesysouthward9295]

It’s wild how a “mistake” from 50 years ago can provoke so much emotion. I think that vocal anomaly is beautifully powerful

[@realbser1956]

This is Merry Clayton’s song, so iconic. A banger for sure. The Stones never miss.

[@SubroutineLtd]

Yes but I would suggest Lisa Fischer was the most iconic live and I have seen a few others sing it including Florence Welsh but none of them came close for me. Do check out Lisa Fischer if you haven't her perform it because she did it for many many years.

[@blackbob3358]

Easy, 1956 face, ms Fischer do'nt do a bad job, like.

[@TooSkinnyKenny]

Clayton sang like her finger was in an electric outlet

[@seevac12]

I get goosebumps every time when Merry Clayon's voice cracks.

[@RideAcrossTheRiver]

We are lucky for three reasons. It happened. They caught it. They kept it.

[@ToastyZach]

@@RideAcrossTheRiver I love how you can hear the "Woo!" in the background

[@RideAcrossTheRiver]

@@ToastyZach Like Keef's pickup switch in "Satisfaction"!

[@davidboivin7996]

Can't You Hear Me Knocking is a pure jam.

[@johnniekight1879]

"Can't You Hear Me Knockin'" has to be next. An incredibly catchy riff by Keith then a 5 minute unrehearsed jam which they weren't even aware the tape was still rolling.. Mindblowing.

[@jasonremy1627]

This. Best Stones track on the best Stones album.

[@gerhardbraatz6305]

Absolutely!

[@Michael-ro8vc]

Yes, what John said. Nicky Hopkins on piano on can't you hear me knock'n

[@vincentwhitley1119]

Agreed...Monkey Man is another one...

[@Oldschoolnana]

I love them all since 1964 on the Ed Sullivan show😮😮 I'm old.😂😂

[@clifton8929]

Give the song CAN'T YOU HEAR ME KNOCKING' a listen. It's a full-out banger. Love you guys, especially your views on the music. Thank you for all the hard work.

[@vicprovost2561]

Mick Taylor era at its best. 🎸🎤🎸🎷

[@umpdaddy1]

The last part is some of the tastiest jazz/rock fusion ever put on tape. One of my favorite Stones songs.

[@joescott8877]

Hard to say, but i tMAY be my fave Stones song. A Banger of Bangers. NO reactor comes away unscathed, lol!

[@barsandbarbells2022]

Thx Clifton! Your comment is appreciated!

[@orla556]

Overproducing squeezes the heart and soul out of the track

[@doughaviland1729]

CAN'T YOUHEAR ME KNOCKING! ❤ This is just the tip of a SIX DECADE playlist! They are touring NOW with a new album! PHENOMENAL!😂❤

[@correctlyrics]

That's awesome that you heard Mary's voice crack. If you listen again, right after her voice cracks, you can hear Mick say, "Whoo!".

[@donaldallen4285]

I’m so glad I got to grow up in the sixties and seventies. This was the time of real talent

[@SG-js2qn]

The Stones have a ton of great songs, hits galore. This is one to highlight to a new Stones listener. Iconic for the feel of the late 60s.

[@markhodge7]

Such a great song. An unparallelled band. 60 years and still releasing new and creative music.

[@nthdegree1269]

I saw them live numerous times, sometimes they would dial in a show, but I'll tell you what, when they came to play and they were feeding off each other ...they were something to see on stage.

[@stevedahlberg8680]

This song was on the radio all the time when I was a little kid. And it just resonated so well. The Stones have so many incredible songs. There is such a huge variety but they always have their own distinct sound. Wild Horses is more or less dedicated to the loss of a former bandmate who died way too early, and it not only was a hit, it is a huge fan favorite as well.

[@Gashouse69]

If I only was allowed to listen to one Stones song for the rest of my life I would choose this one.

[@RideAcrossTheRiver]

Yes. It's their most honest and serious number.

[@rmacdougallaliasdogviticus]

One of my favorite Stones tunes for sure. The intro's / rhythm to these Stones tunes really can't be beat. I'd suggest 'Monkey Man' for your next tune. Cheers.

[@vicprovost2561]

Great song from an album full of them!

[@tomhaan1633]

Bill Wyman likely the most underrated bass player from a major band all time, his bass lines are so good. His bass on Angie is beautiful.

[@fccrick]

Merry Clayton puts this song over the top....just kills it

[@christianmattison6096]

This song is personal for me. The US started sending advisors to Viet Nam the year I started kindergarten. Saigon fell in April of 1975. I graduated from high school 2 months later. All the years in between I wondered if I would be called up to fight in that war. It's something that affects you in a very real way. This song really describes the mood for all those years. Thank you for reacting to this.

[@nthdegree1269]

This is a GREAT song of theirs. "Angie" or "Wild Horses" show another side of them. Try those songs

[@larrywright3132]

Those two songs are great suggestions. I’m glad I looked at the comments before saying the same thing. Wild Horses is just a phenomenal song

[@allendesalme197]

Also "Angie" - oh yeah, you said that. Well, me too!

[@headlibrarian1996]

Love Angie!

[@binxbolling]

Angie is horrible.

[@ziggymarlowe5654]

I’m adding my voice to another commenter here: “Wild Horses” is a must hear. A different style than you’ve heard so far, but heartbreakingly beautiful and poignant.

[@kf9346]

So glad you gave Merry Clayton respect by mentioning her by name! Every time I have heard this song for the last 50 years, whenever I hear her vocals in this I get chills. The part where her voice cracks that you pointed out, listen again, you can hear Mick Jagger let out a whoot in the background they also left in.

[@TheNewRevolution]

One of the greatest rock songs of all time.

[@thorntonovski]

The craxking in the voice jist makes this song 10 times better

[@ronaldriis1023]

The Merry Clayton vocal crack is the greatest vocal crack in the history of vocal cracks.

[@draguladirt]

I was born in 1970 - so I missed the beginning of this journey - but caught up and even today they are still brilliant. Their latest album is also brilliant - and there's no other band that can make that claim after decades of performing. And their live shows are amazing as well.

[@cheezer57]

I go the whole way back with them, and my favorite, by far (and I love 90% of their stuff), is "Can't You Hear Me Knockin'?"..When you hear it keep in mind that the song (studio version, which is the best version) was supposed end, to the point that they were putting their instruments down, but Mick Taylor (lead guitar) and Bobby Keys (sax) were in such a groove that they didn't want it to end just yet, as the tape kept rolling..They all jumped back in, and what ensued is what legends are made of...It was so counter to what the Stones were known for, as they were never a Jam band, and this was their version of a pure jam, and they absolutely kill it!

[@kikovazquez7277]

Yup, I agree. There are so many to choose from, but this is THE ONE!

[@ac9110]

A beautiful, grubby, dark, powerful song.

[@anthonyhedberg6471]

This was/is one of the most important anti-war anthems of the Vietnam era. The Rolling Stones are true icons. Over the decades, they have crossed genres, musical styles, popularity, etc., and have still managed to not only remain popular...but relevant as well. They have a greatest hits album called "40 Licks"...and since its release they have had at least a dozen more bona fide hits. Dig deep...you won't regret it. Peace! ✌😎

[@lanazugg-zugg8433]

It's nice to hear someone who gets it. I've watched a ton of reaction videos where they really have no idea what the song is about. You guys are so much more intuitive and articulate

[@michaelhandy4968]

Definitely my favourite Stones track. The intro is absolute fire! Never get tired of hearing this

[@samlewis7878]

I was lucky. The Stones originated and took off when I was quite young. Tune after tune, album after album they created masterpieces. This went on for years. It was all truly stunning. I lived and loved Stones' music and grew up with their potent creativity

[@todvball]

...this song "cooks" as we rock n roll fans say . And Mary Clayton propels it to another dimension. The lyrics are profound... and the older I get, the more I understand the implication of their meaning. Gr8 tune!!!

[@tinalinge2782]

No matter how many times I've heard this it still strikes a nerve and just kicks ass!!!

[@mattblatchley2061]

Musically their finest song...imo

[@mneugent7658]

God bless the great Merry Clayton!

[@user-ot1eb6mt4k]

Can't you hear me knocking is another excellent song by them.

[@rubroken]

My favorite "Stones" song!

[@gdubbya804]

Slave, tumbling dice,heartbreaker, waitin' on a friend, just a few of my favorites through the years.

[@visarr]

You can hear Mick "whoo" in shock when her voice cracked during the last "murder" at 6:51.

[@lawrenceschabell5740]

This song should be the main theme song for 2024.

[@31wst83]

Charlie's drumming is INCREDIBLE, he hits all those accents perfectly!!

[@sdp-co9pq]

This song has so much meaning

[@artiewithers6980]

You have just begun, keep going. You won’t regret it.

[@avlanche7777]

You are correct sir.

[@ericlewis217]

damn that opening line just sends chills, a total masterpiece.

[@rentalguy1]

The voice crack heard around the world! Love it!

[@lisaberry862]

Not to mention, it's got the coolest beginning of any song ever!

[@MikeWalsh-f1g]

Jumping Jack Flash, Street Fighting Man, Satisfaction, Start Me Up, You Can't Always Get What You Want are a few greats that could get you to 6 for 6 or so. Great reaction/review!

[@billn7183]

This list is perfect !

[@w.geoffreyspaulding6588]

All SUPER suggestions! Sam and Phil, take note, please! 😁

[@sweisbrod6109]

This was an anthem to the Vietnam years. This and CCR's Run Through The Jungle.

[@RideAcrossTheRiver]

"Run Through the Jungle" had nothing to do with Vietnam.

[@sandsoftime1954]

@@RideAcrossTheRiver Neither did this song. Sure, it was in a Vietnam based movie and it came out about the same time, but it's not. Gimme me shelter, it's just a short away.

[@RideAcrossTheRiver]

@@sandsoftime1954 Both songs were about domestic gun violence. It really pisses off 'conservative' fans who claim Creedence when they find out Fogerty was lambasting gun culture and gun violence.

[@ster1500]

Out of control great song

[@zeus6793]

It's the Stones baby. Nothing more needs to be said.

[@mrnobody9104]

Merry Clayton brought me here....top notch vocals

[@nancy9891]

“You Can’t Always Get What You Want” is another banger on fire 🔥 They use a children’s choir in it and it’s unforgettable!

[@astonsfan]

Want a Blues song or a Rock song or a Disco song or a Funk song a Country song or a mellow song that will make you cry......the Stones got you.

[@marvinc9994]

It's too easy to become so familiar with a song over the years that its initial magic becomes just a distant memory. Luckily, there are nowadays many exceptions to that general rule - and THIS is one of them! Classy AND classic.

[@russellfisher2853]

Charlie Watts, one of my all time favorite drummers. Honkey Tonk Woman.

[@salventi5665]

You can't always get what you want. Masterpiece.

[@Kevin-i1d8u]

The part where the female vocal breaks, and she hit an extremely high note perfectly is my favorite part of the song.

[@oldiesguy7552]

Her voice still gives me the chills.

[@timjenkins4065]

They have so many great songs it’s ridiculous. They got me through one of the shittiest times. They do so many things so well! Over many years, and while they have their ‘sound’, no two songs are alike, that’s talent!

[@kevinhennessy1615]

This Is One Of My Favourite Ever Songs, It's a Masterpiece.

[@johnnyd5285]

They are original, can’t deny that. They have been around 60+ years, wow!

[@kjmorley]

“I’m a stones fan.” That’s great! Their catalogue is so deep, they alone could keep you going for another three years.

[@talulah67]

To this day…still, my favorite Stones track!

[@PhilPastor]

Great reaction, guys. This is my favorite Stones song, and your analysis is on point. It is an awesome moment when Mary's voice cracks, and you hear Mick in the background with a "woo!", because he was just as blown away as the rest of us.

[@sparks5063]

Make no mistake, this is the coolest song ever to bless the earth!

[@AW11-e4h]

Greatest rock and roll band ever 🤘

[@victorduffany7723]

"Can't You Hear Me Knockin'". That really should be your next stop. It is nothing short of outstanding and shows they are THE Masters of Rock.

[@Dave-yq8rb]

Brilliant, and I was one of the many badgering you to play this, thank you

[@happymethehappyone8300]

This classic will blow your socks off,, TRUST ME on this one,, The Rolling Stones "Can't You Hear Me Knocking" 🔥

[@bc2907]

Stones- "Can't you hear me knocking" is a great unique listen

[@arjaylee]

They are timeless!

[@joeking5310]

2,000 light years from home is also brilliant.

[@GroinStrain_]

I could argue this to be the best song ever made. Every time I hear it, it just throws you into late 60s and paints an amazing picture through music. Gimme Shelter could be the best song ever made

[@paulward1799]

One of my favorite Stones song is 'Far away eyes', It's very different!

[@russrollins9978]

They have so many songs to choose from. I suggest (I Can't Get No) Satisfaction, Brown Sugar, Midnight Rambler, You Can't Always Get What You Want, I Know it's Only Rock and Roll, and Honky Tonk Woman.

[@VintageWanderer]

Legendary song I love for over 50 years and don’t really know the words till a year ago and WOW! Makes the song even bigger ! Cheers.

[@greg6L6GC]

When her voice cracked you can her Mick say ‘woah!’ In the background.

[@maurice2521]

You should also check out the live verson. As a VET, this always as meaning and is seen a lot no matter what military operation.

[@dreambrother82]

Right at the part where Merry Clayton’s voice ‘breaks’ you can hear Mick kinda cheer her in the background…another great thing they left in.

[@farmerbill6855]

I've been to a few Stones shows. If you're a rock fan , you haven't lived until you hear this on a stadium sized sound system. The Stones are the best rock band ever.

[@thekingcobra63]

Merry Clayton was an animal on this track! Two favorite Stones songs and a must listen, "Brown Sugar," and "Miss You," but all of their work is amazing.

[@carolebuckle7977]

One of the GOATS of the UK 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🔥🤛🏻🇬🇧

[@jimcomvideos]

"I'm a Stones fan..." Love that!

[@pompanomark2024]

One of the best songs every recorded....

[@RockinMamaT]

Got to see the Stones in Toronto Canada in 2003 SARS relief concert❤Mick is incredible energy❤Much lobe from Canada Guys❤🇨🇦

[@Bikebrh]

That was probably the most famous blown note in all of music history.

[@stevenschoen1138]

Masterpiece

[@geertdelange4785]

The best song of them!

[@36karpatoruski]

Next please - Jumping Jack Flash - their best straight ahead rocker.

[@lukefisher2000]

Whenever you hear Jagger shout hey Mary then her vocals and the harmonica solo follows gives me goosebumps everytime best part of Gimme Shelter! 😊

[@free..to..air..]

One of the greatest intros to a pop song ever...it drives with an unrelenting raw power conveying the bleakest of messages

[@jeffdempsey6478]

Its been around for over 50 years.😊..I am from a generation before yours..this was everyday music on the radio...😊

[@ronnielarson9603]

Great song and super solid commentary. ❤

[@franktyson2275]

Everytime I hear the intro to this song it makes me tingle ... for me the greatest song intro ever! ...

[@joescott8877]

Outstanding reaction to this masterpiece marriage of music and message. my appreciation for your REWINDING after pausing can't be overstated. I know I and many others appreciate the hell oiut of it when we see reactors rewind 5 or 10 sec. because not many of them DO! I mean, myGod, to have paused , as you did (which is fine) in the middle of Merry Clayton's iconic contribution, and THEN just keep going without hearing it as a WHOLE would be, like, artistic butchery, right? But many reactors do. THANKS for being the exception!!

[@tomasbaker1912]

"I Can't get no Satisfaction" was the Stones first really powerhouse song. Keith's guitar licks made them into iconic band they are.

[@jnovak1278]

Kerry’s story of how she got this song, when they brought her in, what her condition was, and the purity of her imperfections in this song, all amazing. This song is real.

[@terenzo50]

God Bless Merry Clayton!