Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band - Against The Wind (REACTION) First Time Hearing It

[@mtpugh]

I worked in small-market radio in the 1990s. One day, I got a phone call. It was Bob Seger! He seemed so down-to-earth and humble. He wanted to know if we had all of his albums. Being small-market we didn’t always get great service from the record labels, especially for older product. A few days later, we received a package from him with copies of all of his albums.

[@SaeedReacts.]

That is awesome! Thanks for sharing that story

[@leannlaplante3643]

Thank you for sharing that. His music is medicine for the soul.

[@randyhochstein8455]

I met Bob many years ago in the mid 70’s at a party. Very up scale neighborhood in Fairfax VA. I don’t know who lived there, as I was in attendance as a guest of my cousin. There were two people there that I recognized. One was obviously my cousin, and the other was Bob Seger. We spoke for about 15 minutes or so, and he was every bit the average guy. No attitude or ego, just another guy at a party. Very cool 😎.

[@jessicacoleman4673]

@@mtpugh that is awesome! Thanks for sharing such a cool story!

[@stephaniefain1863]

I met Mr. Seger several times. He would not remember me. He was a gentleman, generous, soft spoken, looked after his people. Very kind. I was a bartender in a large club. He played there occasionally. I always volunteered for concert nights. Very long shifts. Usually came in around 2pm, with a bar back, a cook, and maybe another bartender. LOL, even with house lights up, it was an empty cavern. When the busses pulled in, the security jumped into action, and the roadies went to work. Mr Seger sat off to the side, at the bar, at a table, and watched his kids work. If one ran up to ask this or that, he answered softly, and let them do the job. Those kids ate like they had never seen bar food before. Sound checks sounded like falling pots and pans. Then, they all disappeared, except the stage manager. Our DJ came in, and another sound check. The two hours, or less, before opening was a huge, dim graveyard. Our DJ would eventually start cranking us up. Around 8 or so, the club packed with 2,000 people, the concert started. Mr. Seger stayed with his people after the show. The roadies tore it all down, wheeled it all out. Maybe 5 am before the club was ready to shut down. Mr. Seger was there, smiling at the antics. Good days.

[@mtpugh]

Wish I didn’t know now what I didn’t know then is one of my favorite lines of all time.

[@lesliepartridge9895]

Reminds me a little bit of Dylan “I was so much older then, I’m younger than that now…”.

[@Bekka_Noyb]

great line, but one that you really don't fully understand until you've lived it & then (of course) wish you hadn't

[@JeanetteFaith]

Yes! Best line. Also, let the cowboy ride at the end.

[@michaelmorris423]

This is what happens. When you are young, you like Bob's songs. When you get older, you FEEL Bob's songs. I'm 51 now, and "Like A Rock" kills me.

[@JeanetteFaith]

Great Song! My twin sister and I would drive to the beach in Florida and play this and sing along. Good times!!

[@BarbaraABryant]

the pianist on this song is Glenn Frey. Seger and Glenn were close friends.

[@JAMESMOORE-gq4vv]

Uncle Bob helped raise us with his songs during the 70's & 80's.

[@ms.chuckfu1088]

"What to leave in, what to leave out" summarizes one of the hardest lessons we have to learn as adults.

[@leannlaplante3643]

Exactly.

[@robmartin2860]

Amen

[@johnv61]

I’ll be 63 soon, I was in high school when Bob was singing these phenomenal songs. He became my favorite artist and still is. The older you get, the more you can relate to his story telling and feel the message he was creating. He touches your soul, not many can do that

[@timmholl9238]

Moving 8 miles a minute for months at a time. That's how fast jetliners fly. I love that line.

[@rubroken]

When Bob's songs came out on the radio, I liked them, but many of his songs are about looking back. When you're young you don't look back, you're always looking forward. Dang it, I'm old now, and his songs help me, force me(?)to look back, mostly with longing at youth and potential. He's a greater artist/writer than I realized back then!

[@pattymckitrick7436]

😊😊😊😊As always, with Bob...great lyrics. Beautiful music, and...that voice.😊

[@SaeedReacts.]

Amazing!

[@laurakali6522]

Roll Me Away, The Famous Final Scene, Betty Lou, Rock and Roll Never Forgets, Feel Like a Number, and Horizontal Bop. And about 50 more.

[@PaulWalker-hz6zp]

63 year old here. Led Zeppelin is my first love. Still my favorite band. But my favorite song is Bob Seger. Roll me Away. Please try it.

[@mikemaricle9941]

63 yo Deadhead, but Bob's in my top 5.

[@Roy-mw5js]

Her Strut is very nice😊 also Fire down below another nice song

[@ms.chuckfu1088]

Agree. "Her Strut" sounds like it's catering to the male gaze, but for me, in the days of business suits with skirts, not trousers, and high heels, and important meetings, it was my power song. I wish there had been official videos for those.

[@auntiethetical]

Definitely agree. I think they’re both on I Knew You When?

[@SM-jg8fr]

@@ms.chuckfu1088 "Her Strut" is about Jane Fonda. Great song.

[@billallen1307]

Sunspot Baby.

[@JeanetteFaith]

@@billallen1307 and Betty Lou

[@gtjacobs]

"Still the Same" is another great, storytelling, classic Bob Seger song. I think you'd like it a lot. Beautiful reaction, as always, my friend.

[@bigdawgwill44]

World class lyrics. Bob Seger is the most underrated artist from this time period.

[@gusrose62]

@@bigdawgwill44 him & Kris Kirstofferson kill me w/their lyrics! ♥️

[@Rob-eo5ql]

Nostalgia In Greek, nostalgia means literally, the pain from an old wound. It’s a twinge in your heart, far more powerful than memory alone. And it takes us to a place where we ache to go again. What a song.

[@jasonaugustine3370]

Beautiful Thank you for that 🙏

[@OriginalLictre]

I've always felt that the line "Wish I didn't know now what I didn't know then" is about the loss of innocence that comes when people you thought were your friends betray you or desert you when you're down. You didn't know that they weren't reliable or faithful, but they insisted on proving that negative thing about themself.

[@Roy-mw5js]

Bob don't have a bad song😊from the Detroit area, like me😮

[@cpender505]

The Late Great Glenn Frey of the Eagles sing the background outro with his buddy Bob Seger.

[@debbers]

Hey Saeed, "Rock and Roll Never Forgets" "Hollywood Nights" "The Fire Down Below" "Katmandu" I could list Bob Seger songs all day, but these will get you started! FABULOUS reaction!

[@kentclark6420]

I suggest 'Mainstreet'. I think his most epic song. It picks up where his other songs leave off.

[@SaeedReacts.]

Thanks for the recommendation! Definitely want to hear many more.

[@theivory1]

My old man used to play his albums when I was little. He has so many great songs. I think my favorite is “Still The Same”.

[@mollykeefe2870]

I'm a child of divorced parents long ago- - and this song became my song for my dad ever since the Universe cracked in half that year. It's one I grew up listening to in our living room when they were still together, and became more appropos after he left our family.... in his own personal struggle, he was always running against the proverbial wind- it's a song that always brings me back to my childhood joy and pain. I lost my dad to cancer 10 years ago this December and I miss him every day, and this song brings me back to him.... thanks for listening to this special song and understanding the meaning in the lyrics. Bob was a one-of-a-kind musician whom i've adored all my life... :)

[@cyu5251]

The magic and genious of Bob Seger right here ❤❤❤❤❤

[@neillenet291]

Bob Segar is a magnificent storyteller. Hits you in the feels.

[@frankmerris8821]

MR. SEGER LIVING LEGEND.So many great songs from him but my favorite is ROLL ME AWAY

[@SaeedReacts.]

Must check out that song too.

[@lisahaverluk4037]

Great reaction..love the lyrics as well. I'm 61 and still this song and just Bob moves my soul😮😢🎉😂😂❤😂😢😮😮😅😊😊

[@SaeedReacts.]

Such a great song. Really enjoyed the songs i have heard by Bob Seger. Looking forward to more Thanks for watching.

[@LillyMarz777]

Love me some Bob Seger.❤

[@tammywhite5742]

There is a great song by Bob that no reactors ever listen to and it is “Till it Shines” great lyrically and musically. I think you would love it. Back in the day we only had tapes so skipping songs was not really a thing…. We listened to whole albums and some of the songs that never made it to radio were the best… “Till it Shines” is one of those songs. Keep reacting to these old classics please… they need to be enjoyed and loved by a whole new generation. Thank you for your love of this timeless music!!!

[@susanyaworski5895]

Seger always a top 10 favorite of mine.

[@Roy-mw5js]

Roll me away is a great song😊 Rambling gambling man/beautiful loser

[@gloriajeanshaeffer1549]

Bob seger was a treasure, always loved all his songs , he wrote them all and the piano , loved it then love it now Thi one and still the same my favorites if you can have a favorite

[@dagmar.6954]

Another awesome song from Bob Seger. He has a huge catalogue of songs that are all great. "Old Time Rock & Roll", "Ramblin' Gamblin' Man", "Mainstreet", "Still The Same", "Hollywood Nights", "You'll Accomp'ny Me", "Roll Me Away", "Shakedown", "We've Got Tonight" etc.

[@SaeedReacts.]

Looking forward to many more! Thanks for watching

[@williamharris7357]

Roll me away is another nostalgic song

[@karenpowell6063]

One of my favorite Seger songs 🔥🔥

[@tuffymoon3702]

I'm older now and still loving his music. Seen him in concert twice and he was awesome both times and how about the Silver Bullet Band! As close to perfection as possible imo

[@DannyMarshall-z4o]

One of the best story teller's in the world 😊

[@rickwelch8464]

From a storyteller standpoint, the best to ever do it imo.

[@kevinfarrell3121]

Nothing, only the greatest Rock and Roller in my ears!

[@SM-jg8fr]

I've always seen this as a companion piece, even a sequel, to "Night Moves".

[@ms.chuckfu1088]

So, few videos from Bob. It's a shame. This song, and many of his most popular songs predated MTV. So there was no need. But in the internet age, without video, artists from the past get forgotten. Thanks for taking the time to give this one a listen. "Moving eight miles a minute for months at a time" is said to reflect on the touring life of a musician. And the title of the song, from a common expression from running cross country during high school, transferred to a metaphor about aging. One critic called it a song about "crumbling hopes and the recognition of limits", but after this reflection, I'm left feeling the resolve to keep going. A few songwriters cite this song as one that influenced their country music lyric writing in the 1990's. And Eagles co-lead Glenn Frey, adds to the background vocals on his long-time friend's record.

[@SM-jg8fr]

Exactly. Eight miles a minute is the speed of a plane. His "shelter" against the wind was drugs and alcohol.

[@PatrickMarcotte-z5e]

❤ beautiful body of work ❤ You mentioned how when it all comes together, that's when the ceiling just blows away 😊

[@susanp.7954]

Thanks for reacting to my favorite Bob song..I LOVE the piano in this, and the heartfelt lyrics ❤❤❤Thanks again❤❤

[@bazkeen]

This is a real classic 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 Love this song

[@ziggymarlowe5654]

Bob Seger took a significant break in his music career to prioritize time with his family. He wanted to be there for his children in their early years. I've always respected that, few at the top of their game would make that decision. I think some of his lyrics reflect that inner struggle he must have felt.

[@pensiveowl7791]

As a young man I was more focused on the music & not the lyrics. I've heard this song for many years, but this is the first time I paid attention to the lyrics! TYVM. I'm paying attention now to all your reactions!

[@MichaelRivera-ns2dd]

An all-time great!!!! Love your reactions!

[@SaeedReacts.]

What a song! Thanks for watching.

[@pamelalee1508]

#BobSeger #AgainstTheWind #SaeedReacts It's funny..youth gives us many things but not discernment...we fail to calculate the consequences of our choices...ahh but age and experience give us the notice to be more mindful...our choices become more careful and our past stumbles are the loads we must carry..against the wind... good to see you Saeed..thank you... 🌿🌿🌿

[@JeanetteFaith]

We were young and strong, and running against the wind..........

[@Shari225]

My favorite is "OldTime Rock and Roll". You've probably already heard it, but if not, it's exactly how many of us feel!

[@stevesullivan8705]

Great reaction! If you haven't yet, check out Roll Me Away by Bob. Maybe his best vocal.

[@SaeedReacts.]

I have not yet! Will add it to the list. Thanks for watching!

[@kierstenridgway4634]

❤️❤️❤️ my teen soundtrack. Part of my ...

[@snapdragon8888]

"Wish I didn't know now what I didn't know then." One of the best lines ever.

[@hackermusic3355]

I could absolutely relate to this song when it first came out.

[@KKDZ-sn3gi]

Love your reactions!❤ This song was HUGE in my youth……gorgeous, melancholy music with beautiful lyrics.

[@dalekrampert1920]

in high school, cruising main street with bob seger in the 8 track tape player. no worries...great time to be alive....

[@dennytate26]

Bob Seger doesn't have a bad song, he just has some songs you like more.

[@threekidzmom04]

I have heard this song hundreds of times but never listened to the lyric until today. Thank you for this reaction! It was beautiful as was the song! ❤❤

[@SaeedReacts.]

Truly amazing song. Thanks dor watching.

[@KeatingChick]

Time for a Sunday drive with Bob Seger tunes blasting!

[@SaeedReacts.]

Enjoy your drive!

[@jaycmacg]

Hollywood Nights...a rocker with incredible storytelling.

[@Festus171]

I got to see him live on the Against the Wind Tour in 1980. Incredible show.

[@SaeedReacts.]

Awesome!

[@teresacartwright5406]

I love Bob Seger's songs - "Surrounded by strangers I thought were my friends". I think we've all known that feeling. if you haven't heard "Old Time Rock 'n' Roll", it's fantastic too. Thanks for playing this one & your comments.

[@SaeedReacts.]

Will add it to my list. Thanks for watching and the recommendation.

[@noellord2796]

This man is a powerhouse when it comes to lyrics I don't know if every one of his songs became number one but if not they should have😊

[@loveloochay]

🇺🇲🎼 .. Saeed .. excellent reaction and compression of the genious lyrics. When you react to Bob Seger I sing along , half of the time with my eyes closed. I know every word of every song he put on the radio waves. I am beyond happy that you have discovered Bob and that you respect him like you do. You should try "Hollywood Nights" 🇺🇲🎼

[@timithius]

It's been a real treat rediscovering these classics, through your eyes.

[@SaeedReacts.]

Grateful that you are joining me on this journey!

[@leeannies-tears369]

This song, in my opinion, is second best from him. He's so good at so much, piano, lyrics, voice... I personally think one of the 'all time' greatest songs for all those qualities is, "Roll Me Away" video. BREATHTAKING. thought provoking, chiils, heart pounding, emotional, beautiful. His very best. THANKS!

[@anthonyblakely399]

As I am watching you react to Bob Seger's "Against The Wind" it looks like you identitfy with his experience. Like you went against the wind and is still going against the wind. All I know is that you have done a fantastic job in adjusting to the American Society, many I have worked with on my job are struggling. Great job!!!

[@LeahJo13]

Ahhhhhh!!!!! Another classic song! I so look forward to your reactions and the trip down menory lane.

[@bobdelp2023]

ONE OF THE GREATEST LINES IN A SONG SAEED : WISH I DIDN'T KNOW NOW WHAT I DIDN'T KNOW THEN! 💯😊

[@gkelly1528]

Love your reactions. More Sege pleaser: Roll Me Away and The Fire Inside. Both exceptional.

[@kengunter6903]

Super spot on my man!! BS was a 1 in a lifetime!!!!

[@Bekka_Noyb]

Great & meaningful song! Sadly find it hard to listen to most Segar songs due to hearing them over & over again! When was younger our family took a long road trip. My Aunt's BF played cd of Segar's greatest hits ALL the way down & half way back! Me & cousin were like: "if I gotta hear against the wind 1 more f-ing time..." My cousin wound up smashing it with a rock while they were in rest stop bathroom. He was POd but we got to listen to the radio the rest of the way Took forever before I could appreciate his music again. For years I would simply skip one of his songs if it popped up somewhere

[@rff2552]

I got to see him in concert many times in the 70's and 80'. Pure genius!

[@kyleharwell4373]

You've already done 2 of my 3 Bob Seger favorites. This one and Like a Rock. It's time for Roll Me Away.

[@SaeedReacts.]

Will check it out!

[@bobdelp2023]

NIGHT MOVES!!! 💯😊

[@SaeedReacts.]

Night Moves is great! I believe it was my first Bob Seger reaction.

[@mamabear9325]

Life imitating life. ❤❤

[@glennhall9257]

"Hollywood Nights" ...

[@Islandboy2.0]

You have to do the live version.

[@daleenengelbrecht4861]

Always loved this song. Had not heard it for a very long time. TX for the re-introduction. Absolutely outstanding. Personally; it is sometimes easier to run with the wind and I mostly do but just sometimes I do the running against the wind when I am absolutely certain that to follow a path with all rhe others will harm my soul and my being. TX Saeed. Greetings from South Africa

[@jmiltier-pu9dd]

A great song, California Stars, recorded in 2014, is one of his last..check it out

[@karenpowell6063]

Bob Seger is awesome, deep rabbit hole there . He and his band had so many huge hits , great music, intriguing lyrics always . May I suggest you react to Bobs Roll me away next ? The video is good as well

[@SaeedReacts.]

Thanks for the recommendation!

[@glenngunnis6642]

King of the ballad!🤘🎸

[@cspringer333]

"watch the cowboys ride" reminded me of "Burl Ives - The first cover of Ghost Riders In The Sky, recorded in 1949" This has been a classic through the decades in the U.S. (not sure about the rest of the world).

[@marystevens8167]

Awesome reaction to my favourite artist! Really enjoying your channel!

[@GinMae]

Thanks, Saeed! Bob was and is awesome... so many great songs... everything is very evocative .. just puts you there.... appreciate your reaction, as always!

[@SaeedReacts.]

Amazing song! Looking forward to more. Thanks for watching!

[@kenkonwick6660]

U can do 70 songs of Bob Seger and not find a song less than stellar

[@hwrk777]

It's such a great song!

[@johnmac62]

Congratulations! You get it!

[@kenscott296]

Been listening to Bob since the late 60's,never gets old

[@sagitt1856]

BOB SEGER: one of the best blues rock singer-songwriters. To listen to while driving far ahead... real "rock 'n' road".

[@michelfroggy56]

This song displays how simplicity in music and lyrics writting can be as memorable as the complex instrumentation and variable time signatures that other genres have. Although I am a huge Prog Rock fan of the 70's, I always enjoyed Bob Seger's honest song writting.

[@2924sunny]

Thanks, Saeed! One of my faves ever!! U will also love Roll Me Away and That Old Time Rock n Roll by Seger!

[@SaeedReacts.]

Looking forward to more! Thanks for watching and the recommendations!

[@adam.4487]

Against the wind is like growing up and then having to be independent yet responsible and aware of responsibilities. Not easy. At 75 I sometimes think back to my childhood and times that were just fun, no worries, with no idea what life was all about, wish I had those days back again.

[@strausshome6911]

I received and loved the Lord for years, now I am mature believer,......This song came out in my high school years and it also spoke to me deeply, not long ago I found this holy bible verse "Thou hast ascended on high, thou hast led captivity captive: thou hast received gifts for men; yea, for the rebellious also, that the LORD God might dwell among them." IMO Segers best song.

[@johnathanstruble1064]

Hey brother , I hope your sabbatical is going well. Keep running against the Wind. ✌️😎

[@SaeedReacts.]

Had a good day out with the family. Just arrived back home. Thanks for watching!

[@susanlindner8626]

Shame On The Moon is a great Bob Seger song!!!

[@beckiramsey9561]

He has such a great voice and I really love this is such a great song!!❤❤

[@gregwitt2796]

at 48 this song is a hard slap to the face..

[@peterwaters8338]

soul singer, for real

[@johnathanstruble1064]

American storyteller.😎✌️

[@bobdelp2023]

NIIIIICCCCE!!! 😊GREAT SONG WITH GREAT STORYTELLING FROM BOB OF COURSE SAEED! 👍ENJOY THIS CLASSIC!

[@MikeOstrowski-iq8wf]

Well done brother…. Great reaction, you clearly understand Uncle Bob’s lyrics, he has the soundtrack to my life ❤️