The song captures the feel of the last few moments of life when you come to a place of peace. All the worldly things are no longer important, and you realize that all is well.
@TheRealRedAce5 ай бұрын
Absolutely.
@januzzell86313 жыл бұрын
One of my most FAVOURITE songs of all time - gorgeous and haunting all rolled into one - Beautiful
@thommagnusson84493 жыл бұрын
Well described: "gorgeous and haunting". One of my favorites too.
@ghostdeus21723 жыл бұрын
The ultimate love song
@Sleepy_Alligator2 жыл бұрын
Yeah, a timeless classic song, gorgeous and haunting...
@sherylstone88043 жыл бұрын
Donald Roeser wrote the lyrics. He has stated that he was contemplating his own mortality, his love for his wife, and had faith that it would continue after death. He was comforted by this thought. Roeser said he was aware the theme was dark but never intended the song to be "an excuse for someone to commit suicide." You are one of the few people that actually gets this song. I'm proud of you.
@warrenbfeagins5 ай бұрын
It's one of the most beautiful songs EVER written. Hauntingly beautiful.
@jackieraulerson20055 ай бұрын
Beautiful love song
@leonardshevlin72602 ай бұрын
But the lyrics are clearly a story of a man persuading the woman who loves him to join him in a double suicide.
@nancymcknight89293 жыл бұрын
We saw Blue Oyster Cult in Houston, in 1975, opening for Rod Stewart. Man, they blew Stewart away. My husband and I went the next day and got their album. Loved them ever since.
@petergray25883 жыл бұрын
Rod was asking for trouble
@Itelkner3 жыл бұрын
@@petergray2588 He shouldn't have ditched The Faces. He might have stood a better chance.
@beefoneeto2 жыл бұрын
I was at the Madison Sq Garden version of that show and the crowd went wild.Even Rod said "Won't you cheer for me like you did for your Blue Oyster Cult" LOL I've seen them over 150 times and this was to this day the most exciting set I've ever seen.
@rebelxxx33823 жыл бұрын
B.O.C - Cities are flamed with rock n roll and veteran of psychic wars ..
@keefmack3 жыл бұрын
One of rock's most perfectly written, executed, and sound recorded masterpieces ever. They just got it all together with this tune. I feel the same about their song "Then Came The Last Days of May" another masterpiece and based on a true story.
@billdCT972 жыл бұрын
I would add in Astronomy as well
@terrys86903 жыл бұрын
one of the great classic opening riffs of all time.
@danor68123 жыл бұрын
First 2 notes, you know the song.
@GatorScribe7263 жыл бұрын
Buck Dharma, the songwriter, said the song isn't about suicide, but understands how people would think that due to the Romeo and Juliet reference. Though he believes his songs should be open to interpretation by whoever listens to them, this is what he said about its inspiration: "It was sort of inspired by a personal health scare - I thought I was going to maybe not live that long. I had been diagnosed with a heart condition, and your mind starts running away with you - especially when you're young-ish. So, that's why I wrote the story. It's imagining you can survive death in terms of your spirit. Your spirit will prevail."
@bobbyscott51623 жыл бұрын
Bullshit! Suicide plain and simple.
@mr.knowitall64403 жыл бұрын
Something I just read said it was written by Donald Roeser, the guitarist... But it did say he didn't intend it to be about suicide...
@mr.knowitall64403 жыл бұрын
Cliff, you're really stinking up the place... 🤣
@bobbyscott51623 жыл бұрын
@@neillenet291 And he would not lie,,would he..Lmao.
@bobbyscott51623 жыл бұрын
@@neillenet291 Remember the stink that went up in this time period about Satanic and suicide songs in rock and roll. Some writers were even brought into court over the lyrics to their songs. Reason enough to lie.
@laurakali65223 жыл бұрын
Such an underrated rock band…..
@LeviAckerman-cb5ji3 жыл бұрын
agreed
@sandeedobberstine55913 жыл бұрын
Tell me about it. One of the tightest bands ever!
@timbillings68843 жыл бұрын
Maybe now Not than!!! Google the Black and Blue concert Lebanon Valley speadway august 8th 1980! What a show!!! I was there!!! ☺️
@grahamtaylor89123 жыл бұрын
The new album The Symbol Remains is great.
@sandeedobberstine55913 жыл бұрын
@@grahamtaylor8912 New album? Really?
@ShadowBanned9043 жыл бұрын
I need more cowbell!
@christinegelabert16513 жыл бұрын
@Ricky Jeffrey I got a fever! #MORECowbell
@hollyluyah3 жыл бұрын
I thought the same thing!!
@39Kohm3 жыл бұрын
beat me to it! :D
@sisuboy3 жыл бұрын
High quality cowbell for sure.
@robertcartier50883 жыл бұрын
I wish I had never seen that SNL skit! Now I can't hear this classic rock masterpiece without thinking of it!
@TwistedSither3 жыл бұрын
Blue Oyster Cult rocks!! Godzilla, Fire of Unknown Origin, Dominance and Submission, Nosferatu, In Thee, Death Valley Nights, Redeemed... All absolute bangers! 👍
@LeviAckerman-cb5ji3 жыл бұрын
Showing my age here: I bought this record for 3 dollars, back when all the stores were getting rid of vinyl. Still have it!
@grahamtaylor89123 жыл бұрын
Yup
@warrenrice83993 жыл бұрын
More Cowbell!!!!!
@seanthatcher51163 жыл бұрын
Classic rock song 👍👍👍👍
@iambecomepaul3 жыл бұрын
MORE COWBELL!!!
@jessesandoval91263 жыл бұрын
@@shawnbond6676 😂
@chrisw34213 жыл бұрын
a classic... she needs to watch that video
@jon-pauldupont57463 жыл бұрын
Guys, you’re gonna want the cowbell on the track…
@CdnTrader13 жыл бұрын
Bruce Dickinson puts his pants on one leg at a time. And once his pants is on he makes gold records, baby!
@stevetanner30193 жыл бұрын
🤣🤣
@Bonds_0073 жыл бұрын
Beyond the great lyrics in this song, they are very smooth in their musical dynamics...just flowing like a river from being very soft to full-on power. It all works to draw out emotions.
@jacklewis54523 жыл бұрын
I gotta have more cowbell. One of snl’s greatest skits.
@Moontanman3 жыл бұрын
My wife of 45 years just died, hard to listen to this song.
@HappyValleyDreamin3 жыл бұрын
So sorry for your loss😞
@Moontanman3 жыл бұрын
@@HappyValleyDreamin No words can describe it. I can't get past thinking she will walk in at any moment.
@sandeedobberstine55913 жыл бұрын
I’m so sorry for your loss. May your memories and future days be blessed.🙏
@frankrizzo44603 жыл бұрын
My prayers are heading your way may God bless you and your wife's soul. 🙏
@sukioki69833 жыл бұрын
So sorry for your loss 😭
@williamjones60313 жыл бұрын
I had the pleasure of seeing them live twice. My favorite BOC song and always will be. It's NOT about encouraging suicide like some think. It's a love song. I will continue to love you even then. The beginning of Stephen King's "The Stand" (1994 and best version) features this at the beginning. Another band with this kind of vibe and depth you need to check out if you haven't already is Kansas.
@charleslatora57503 жыл бұрын
My dear you have opened the door. You have listened to Blue oyster cult. Now you must listen to their song Godzilla it is mandatory.♥️
@mikejohnson-dl7vt3 жыл бұрын
Yes indeed! I like the vid re-done with actual clips from the original 1970s movie🦖😎🎸🎹🥁🤙
@salmuscles3 жыл бұрын
we used to sing “don’t smoke the reefer” 🌳
@timbillings68843 жыл бұрын
👍👍yup! We did though! ☺️
@charliemac643 жыл бұрын
BLASPHEMY!!! ;)
@dalenikolitch83383 жыл бұрын
Lol😆 yep
@chadlee9143 жыл бұрын
BOO!!!!! 1950's style I mean. Anyone got a bat? Ya don't whistle Stairway OK? I actually don't Know where to begin. OK I've probably done worse, but not on purpose. Or wait was it? OMG Soever did I invest in? Stewie Family Guy? No idea.
@chadlee9143 жыл бұрын
Charlie mac I challenge you to a duel. Wait, I forgot what we were talking about. I'll listen again.
@davidenders92823 жыл бұрын
band has been around since the 70's from long island, NY & still playing.
@mlinderict3 жыл бұрын
Worked local crew for them mid-'90s. Great guys! Get in the bus with the family and go on tour. So fun! Also watched them blow the mains in a thousand seater. Twice. In the same show. They ran out of fuses.
@iceman50063 жыл бұрын
Saw them 3 times when I was a kid in the 70s. Saw them again 2 year's ago at age 57. Still awesome and the new album is excellent.
@martinrogerson48873 жыл бұрын
My absolute favourite, first heard it in Halloween 78, great choice so deep x
@toddstevens133 жыл бұрын
Yes, the story is told by the Reaper, trying to get everyone to just mellow and come with him.
@goatiefatdaddy3 жыл бұрын
After years of listening to this song it still gives me chills so no, you’re not wrong. Great reaction as always. ❤️
@michaelgilbert1973 жыл бұрын
Hey hey.... can't wait to hear your thoughts on this timeless and AMAZING classic!!
@blue-sc1se3 жыл бұрын
Great choice! One of my all time favorite bands. Their music can transport you to different places and times. Black Blade, I Love the Night, Take Me Away and of course Godzilla!
@arthansen84002 жыл бұрын
When they were prepping for a major tour they tuned up in small clubs as "Soft White Underbelly". I saw them in Sacramento, CA at a club called "The Oasis", maybe 250 people absolutely jam packed and they lifted the roof right off the place. In the top ten shows I ever saw.
@spiritofnoir91043 жыл бұрын
I listen to this song everyday. It's so amazing, and it's relatable in so many ways it's become saddening.
@karlsmith25703 жыл бұрын
It needs more cowbell
@StaciaAmnaber3 жыл бұрын
My first concert!!
@donaldcady38393 жыл бұрын
Mine too. I've seen them at least 20 times.
@kcprice11153 жыл бұрын
YES!! Cowbell Rulz
@michellejones66303 жыл бұрын
It's definitely something about this song....... giving ya chills 👍❤️😂
@carolinedoyle72363 жыл бұрын
Love this song, it plays at the beginning of Stephen Kings The Stand miniseries. Didn't even realise there was a cowbell until I watch SNL 🤣🤣🤣
@brendonm45453 жыл бұрын
The breakdown/solo is my favorite of all time. Almost like the reaper grabs your hand himself, and you begin to fly.
@OHW3136 ай бұрын
UNREAL !!! Goosebumps city, baby!!! Damn, I didn't have my cow bell at the ready Mama !?! Exceptional piece of music 😮😊❤
@randyruble59033 жыл бұрын
i was them in marietta, ohio at the peopes bank they can rock still, its only a 46 year old song, they rocked, oh no theres tokyo, gogo godzilla, that a classic too- im glad they came here for me to see
@unklebacon443 жыл бұрын
Excellent song and the focus of a famous SNL skit.
@brianwilson92063 жыл бұрын
You might try Veterans of the Psychic wars. This song is on the Heavy Metal sound track.
@mubbles10663 жыл бұрын
Then you’re going down the whole Moorcock rabbit hole with Black Blade etc and onto Hawkwind for more of the same,can’t beat Needlegun
@randyguess31243 жыл бұрын
More cowbell. Lol
@doplinger13 жыл бұрын
Now you are OBLIGATED to watch SNL “More Cowbell”!!!
@tracysnow3493 жыл бұрын
No. You are not.
@franklinzappa70433 жыл бұрын
I saw BOC in Denver Colorado USA....... free show and they were Phenominal..... Rock n Roll at its very Best 🎼🎼🎼🎼🎼
@Cashcrop543 жыл бұрын
I love BOC! They are a great live band and always have been. This song is a big favorite. Has so much going on. Try next "Then Came the Last Days of May". Thanks for reacting to this Reaper!
@lorirose53433 жыл бұрын
Yes!!! Godzilla next please 🔥🎵 Great reaction!! 💜
@stretchgilbert3 жыл бұрын
Your interpetation is pretty much spot on.
@iambecomepaul3 жыл бұрын
I got a fever and the only prescription is MORE COWBELL
@ericg22173 жыл бұрын
Awesome reaction! You should listen to I Love the Night, I'm burning for you and Godzilla, by them. I think you might like those songs.
@smythharris26353 жыл бұрын
The contrast between the relative intimacy of the vocal/harmony and the subject of the song is interesting; as is the contrast between the powerful guitar solo and the repeating, jangling, Byrds-like main melody. There is a Romanticism in the lyrics that reminds me of John Keats's poem Ode to a Nightingale. "I have been half in love with easeful Death" is the quotation I'm thinking of.
@wayneabaffe44843 жыл бұрын
Check out Go GO Godzilla by Blue Oyster Cult
@chrisnicol16443 жыл бұрын
MORE COWBELL...!
@CrazySquirrelProductions3 жыл бұрын
I grew up with this music and I'm thrilled you're discovering it now.
@Mauiman1223 жыл бұрын
another great tune I grew up listening to as a teenager - Got to say my teenage years late 70s & 80s did have great music - thanks for the tunes and glad you are reacting to them
@AmorMori3 жыл бұрын
Wow thank you for listening to this with us 🥰
@JoeD04033 жыл бұрын
Really explore the studio space. I mean, really.. explore the space. 🐮 🔔
@johnwriter82342 жыл бұрын
. ...""CRAAAAAZY as a FIDDLE-STICK !!" . ( I steal this !!) .
@sukioki69833 жыл бұрын
When I hear this song I think of Laurie Strode and Annie Bracken driving in thr car on their way to babysit in Halloween. (1978). Playing on the radio
@joejohnston35913 жыл бұрын
Death, the gift that keeps on giving! You've nailed the meaning, good job!
@angrychicken60933 жыл бұрын
No,not just you.grew up on this and it's one of my favorite songs!
@theresarandall74483 жыл бұрын
I liked this song when it first came out on the radio. This is one of the songs that I don't get tired of
@elysehfm87973 жыл бұрын
This is DEFINITELY a chill worthy song.
@Prone2Thrill3 жыл бұрын
Well Fiddlesticks! Now you MUST do GODZILLA - Saw them with Journey and Triumph and Aldo Nova at the Rose Bowl - biggest food fight ever witnessed!
@leemcclements88893 жыл бұрын
Cities on Flame
@grahamtaylor89123 жыл бұрын
Death Valley Nights.
@TheCkent1003 жыл бұрын
I was at that concert! Almost got my butt kicked by some huge guy when I swatted away a malt that was flying toward my date's head. It hit his girlfriend. I motioned to show why I did it and fortunately he understood.
@elysehfm87973 жыл бұрын
Awesome reaction, Jayy!
@lisagibbs17023 жыл бұрын
Don't be afraid to live enjoy everyday.
@skydog63763 жыл бұрын
7 Screaming Diz-Busters is another great tune ..again from on your feet or on your knees album
@bemused95223 жыл бұрын
Love this group! More cowbell!!!!!
@elfman5176 Жыл бұрын
One of the greatest rock songs of all time Please check out Cities on Flame by the amazing Blue Oyster Cult
@RAZJR543 жыл бұрын
I saw them in concert back in 1977 great show.
@kathieovercash841411 ай бұрын
Bruce Springsteen wrote this song. I got to hang out with these guys at a bar once. Great time.
@lala_sparkles80353 жыл бұрын
I can't hear this song without remembering this SNL skit 😂 "More Cowbell - SNL" kzbin.info/www/bejne/mYfWgn-ioJKHZtU
@Manders133 жыл бұрын
Highly, highly recommended viewing!!
@JoeD04033 жыл бұрын
Babies.. before we’re done here.. y’all be wearing gold-plated diapers.
@UniversalBlackRocker3 жыл бұрын
Never question Bruce Dickinson
@HappyValleyDreamin3 жыл бұрын
Loved your reaction to this one, Jayy! Thanks for all you do!
@freigeistmac77593 жыл бұрын
Positiv hypnotic sounds.
@jameshoch96327 ай бұрын
Possibly my favorite song of all time
@lorimanning95593 жыл бұрын
Love um one of my faves
@geminiacleo7ewe3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you liked it. The change-ups are AMAZING!
@jono.pom-downunder3 жыл бұрын
Katy just got slapped by a solo and she loved it. 🎸😲😳😃💖
@Succubus2Angel6 ай бұрын
Your reaction to the burst of the elemental chorus is lovely, hon. I’m glad to see such a shock.if you didn’t have one, I’d be concerned, lol.
@hermeticmoon84483 жыл бұрын
The chills of "A minor"
@blairhershey56613 жыл бұрын
Saw them in college back in the '70s. Great concert with a lot of pyrotechnics. Still love this song among others. Thanks
@mattm45703 жыл бұрын
Don't fear the reaper, great song. Love your channel 👍 and song intro 🇦🇺🇦🇺
@argieav2 жыл бұрын
at 5:22 ish do the lyrics say 'She had become like they are'.. Reminds me of what de gaulle said when his daughter , who had Downs Syndrome , died young; " And now, she is like the rest. " Kind of moving. Death is the great equaliser of course, life on earth is wretched in that the tragedy of difference between one human destiny and another, is too wide.
@davidtingley99783 жыл бұрын
There are a fair amount of gems with this band Godzilla. Burning For You Take Me Away
@grahamtaylor89123 жыл бұрын
They have hardly done a bad song...
@debbieeppsmullins2083 жыл бұрын
The reaper is your guardian angel taking you home as far as I'm concerned. My OPINION!!!!! Great song, great reaction.
@Is..41103 жыл бұрын
BOC got their start in the late 60's on Long Island, NY as a Psychedelic Rock band but later moved more towards a Progressive Rock sound.. There's over 40 years of amazing g BOC music to dive into. Enjoy..
@junglejim57853 жыл бұрын
Reminds me of working at K2 ski corporation Vashon Island,Washington State when alot of us had good boom boxes in the press rooms. Moulding skis and partying.
@joshuadeshaies71063 жыл бұрын
Hi pretty Jayy! Great song here. This was my cousins fav song. RIP Jamie! Thx for sharing with us Jayy.
@ellasmommy9278 Жыл бұрын
Jayy, I wish you grew up with me. We had all the good songs in the 60s and 70s
@troysaylors21773 жыл бұрын
I’ve got a fever And the only prescription is more cowbell 🤘
@raymondmanderville5053 жыл бұрын
Explore the room
@markbishopmusic3 жыл бұрын
Fantastic song, album, and one of the best live bands ever!
@warrenbfeagins5 ай бұрын
PERFECT understanding and great reaction! 👍🏿
@rednova2212 Жыл бұрын
In the cover art for this, in the Magicians hand, he is holding Tarot cards. The order is as follows: Death: Signifying an End of things, and new beginnings after. The Empress: Signifying creation of life, romance, art, or new business. The Emperor: Suggestive of stability and security in life and that you are in charge of your life now setting up your own rules and boundaries. The Sun: Portends good fortune, happiness, joy and harmony. It represents the universe coming together and agreeing with your path and aiding forward movement into something greater/Ascension.
@TheTomcory3 жыл бұрын
"Need more cowbell" one of the best songs ever!!! Which is why it became one of the best skits in SNL. You should check that out, Will Ferrel, Jimmy Fallon, and the one and only Christopher Walken!!!
@TheTomcory3 жыл бұрын
kzbin.info/www/bejne/mYfWgn-ioJKHZtU Here ya go.
@bryanforis18393 жыл бұрын
Classic song very good
@roberthickman29072 жыл бұрын
My father was a rock fanatic, he died 7 years ago how much he died right after this song went off.
@dub16100 Жыл бұрын
Great song and beautiful lady reacting.
@mztweety13743 жыл бұрын
Yaaaassss!
@ShanFerguson2 жыл бұрын
First concert I ever saw was BOC and Black Sabbath, Buck Dharma is one of the greatest guitar players of all time. This song is an emotional rollercoaster all in itself, simply amazing.
@deadringer220003 жыл бұрын
Killer solo on this one. Check out some more of them. One of the most underrated rock bands ever. I will recommend “Burning for you” next
@russellgentile47193 жыл бұрын
One of the greatest rock songs of all time. Masterful music, masterful lyrics, masterful mood and artistry.
@douglasbuck89863 жыл бұрын
That spot after the lead break with the sustain - ONE OF THE FINEST MOMENTS IN ROCK HISTORY
@coyotej48952 жыл бұрын
In an interview the lead singer said it was the Reaper trying to calm a dyeing woman by singing a love song to and explaining he was there to help her.
@angrychicken60933 жыл бұрын
I love your channel and also the fact that young people can rediscover that old people used to be cool to.