Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band - Like A Rock | First Time Reaction

[@steveullrich7737]

I think you understood what Bob was trying to convey. The invincibility that all youths feel, i.e., "like a rock", but as you get older and you experience the inevitable ups and downs of life you're no longer so sure of this invincibility.

[@classicdad2.063]

Bob writes songs about the blue collar workers in America. When I hear this song it makes me tear up because it reminds me of my youth, my Dad, and my Dad's old truck we spent so many hours in, driving without AC in 100 degree temperatures windows down but loving every minute of it.

[@kenkurth5706]

Bob Seger is one of the GREATEST singers & song writers ever. An American Treasure.

[@karenj3611]

One of my all time favorites from Bob. A very reflective song.

[@softshoes]

This is a great song. Life's to short, don't let it go by to fast. Bob is a great writer and singer. First time I saw Bob was in my high school gym back in '66. I've grown old with him.

[@billjohnson9191]

Bob Seger is like a king where I’m from. He still lives in the area, I’ve never been lucky enough to meet him, but I know several people that have. Everyone says he’s the nicest and most humble guy you could meet. He actually thanked a friend of mine for getting a picture with him.

[@MusicLover-dt7ic]

Thanks for reacting to this gem. My favorite of his. Enjoy.

[@beachplumb]

I heard Bob say in an interview once that he played this song (before it was released) for Don Henley and Glen Frey to get their thoughts on it. They said, "You can't use a word like 'unencumbered' in a rock & roll song!" He said, "Why not? It fits!"

[@j.granger1120]

Bob introduced Glenn to Don, when Linda Rhonstact needed a band thrown together for a gig at Disney Land. He also suggested they write songs together. All 3 were in the Stone Ponies. Linda went her own way and then Glenn and Don formed the Eagles.

[@beachplumb]

@@j.granger1120 Yes. Bob and Glen go way back to when they were teenagers. Glen actually played on Bob’s recording of Ramblin’ Gamblin’ Man.

[@snjezanasiklic8934]

Uh, I loved this, especially the instrumental piece..In my country we have a saying: "If only I could be young again but possesing this, old, wisdom" That would be perfect combination, if possible..Some people become softer with age, some become more like a rock, more rough around the edges, it depends a lot on how life has treated a person..

[@joymaxs2874]

Oh that's very true. Well said, snjezana. 💯

[@snjezanasiklic8934]

@@joymaxs2874 Thank you Well, as getting older we can all easily relate to that 🙂

[@marilynholt3775]

People often talk about David Gilmour and how he can bring such an emotional sound with a guitar, and rightfully so. But Drew Abbott is often overlooked. He has brought tears to my eyes with his achingly beautiful tones as well.

[@jojones1082]

Bob is a great singer and songwriter and has a gift when it comes to telling stories with his music and lyrics. I've always loved the soul and grittiness that his voice has. Check out more of his music - you'll be glad you did. Night Moves, Fire Down Below, Watch Her Strut, Turn the Page, Main Street, Makin' Thunderbirds, Come to Poppa, and of course, Old Time Rock & Roll.

[@tyraohara156]

Everyone "Used to Be", thats definitely the point. You nailed it! ❤

[@rhiahlMT]

I stop scrolling through my subscriptions every time I see Bob Seger. Ya just have to. Chevrolet sold a lot of pick up trucks in America off this song. "Old Time Rock n Roll" is a must from him.

[@frankmerris8821]

bobs the best

[@darrinsilverman7963]

WC Fields was originally the one who was famous for the quote " youth is wasted on the young " and many, many others. My favorite was " anyone who can't spell a word more than one way is an idiot! "

[@michaeldey1894]

40 something Bob looking thru the train cars at his youth. AWESOME!

[@debbiebush5887]

Great choice of artist to check out Bob Seger. Love this guy. My favorite song is AGAINST THE WIND. Bob has a beautiful voice. Another artist you should check out is ROY ORBISON. Oh and maybe BILLY JOEL too. Just some suggestions. Thank you HAP. Take care and have a good evening. Your girl, QUEEN BEE.

[@daveevenson7294]

Thanks for this reaction. If you have thoughts on your next Seger reaction, you can’t go wrong with “Roll me Away”.

[@ms.chuckfu1088]

And you don’t even have to wait. Hap’s one of the few to do Roll Me Away. kzbin.info/www/bejne/ioDcl4GMZ5x1aKc

[@rescuelover7891]

This was one of my husband's favite songs but it was bittersweet. He was so strong phsically and mentally but as we got older and reality set in, he was realizing he wasn't as strong physically and his best days best were behind him. It is so unfair when you finally have knowledge and wisdom that your body is starting to let you down and your time is running out. The Golden Years is just a myth.

[@debramoore7513]

Where’s my Chevy truck?! “Like a rock”. Love this song! Saw Bob Seger live back in the 70’s Anaheim Stadium opening for KISS. Seger was fantastic!! 😃

[@beachplumb]

The drummer in this video, btw, is the great Don Brewer of "Grand Funk Railroad".

[@grobinson7507]

Goosebumps

[@bertpainter8385]

Bob Seger is one of those artist who can make every song into a hit. For me there's a few artists like that with this heartland style of rock music. Like John Mellencamp, Bruce Springsteen and maybe a few others. These 3 guys especially, can sing soft rock songs where the lyrics mean something and most always tell a story. They can bring music lover of many different genres together loving the same songs. That don't happen often.

[@bertpainter8385]

Forgot to request another by Bob Seger. If you get back to him, my favorite song by him is "Old time rock n roll" kzbin.info/www/bejne/bYvZiq2cocqfapo My personal story why, is when my daughter was an infant she was colicky and had problems sleeping in the wee hours of the night. One night I did all I could to get her to sleep. After I realize it wasn't happening I decided to put this song on and dance with her on my shoulder at 2 am. She must have liked the song too, because she calmed down and started to fall asleep. But if I stopped she starting wailing again. It took about 5 replays before she was out for the the count. So this song became our theme song at weddings when she grew up. Everyone knew the story and requested for us to dance to it.

[@curtiswollman5375]

One of my favorite songs. Lyrics and guitar solo are amazing.

[@dennytate26]

Bob Seger has such a smooth voice it's both soft and soothing and strong and powerful and his songs have something everyone can relate to. Bob seger doesn't have a bad song just ones you like more.

[@jjsteel43]

This song was used in the Chevy Truck commercials for a long time

[@bamahill7138]

Oh WOW...what another wonderful song... thank you so much for playing it...

[@anniesundene4047]

Great way to start my day!! Can't EVER go wrong with Bob Seger!!!

[@LuckyDawgProductionsModerator]

Awesome how you picked up on the meaning and feel of the song by your first break. Great reaction to a great song. Bob gave this song to GM to use in a great campaign for Chevy trucks back in the day.

[@HAP3SPEAKZ]

Thanks so much!!

[@ericpohlmeyer4116]

Amazing reaction man! You nailed it from all directions!

[@itzel1735]

Bruce and Bob are both considered Heartland Rock. Along with John Mellencamp, John Forgerty, Tom Petty, Bruce Hornsby, Steve Earle, John Hiatt and Melissa Etheridge and a few others. Under the broader Roots Rock category, I’m happy to see artists like Chris Stapleton and Larkin Poe are continuing the tradition.

[@Lorinda212]

good reaction....very real perspective

[@ms.chuckfu1088]

Thanks so much. Note: my avatar photo is a very young Bob Seger. Maybe 1970?

[@gracek4309]

Excited for this reaction Hap!

[@marymarin3277]

You'll Accompany Me, Fire Down Bellow, We've Got Tonight are all great songs of Bob's! Always love when u react to Bob Seger!♥️👍

[@gracek4309]

His voice is so smooth but can be rough. I like that combination! Adding so much layer to the song & emotions. 💙 I loved ur interpretation Hap! Great reaction 👍🏼

[@elizabethrodriguez1095]

A great reaction to a great song, Hap! I love the way you pick up on even the themes of songs we've heard many times and you're able to pick up on those themes/ ideas, immediately in your very first listen. Great musical intuition on your part. Thanks for keeping us music enthusiasts so entertained & informed. Incidentally, my dad used to say all the time that "youth is wasted on the young ". I didn't get it then, but I certainly do now.

[@jjowen2012]

Crossing the tracks...love it. We all get there :) I love his voice

[@bettymoody7422]

GREAT SONG. try his song from Beverly hills cop. SHAKEDOWN. Another segar special

[@jnagarya519]

It's about TIME -- and loss.

[@denikennedy6675]

FANTASTIC SONG AND VIDEO! LOVE THE WAY BOB CONVEYS HIS SONGS WITH A REALISTIC STORY BEHIND IT! EXCELLENT ANALYSIS AND PERCEPTION OF THIS VIDEO, HAP!! 💜💜🎶🎶🎶👍

[@ricksurratt9034]

This song brings tears to my weary 63 yo eyes every time…

[@joymaxs2874]

I didn't get chances to listen to Bob Seger's songs, so I'm so grateful to catch up with this amazing artist and his music! Your interpretation always helps me to enjoy new music/genre of music more and understand them well. I love Bob Seger's storytelling style of singing, so easy to understand what he sings. Like you said, I can just sit back and enjoy his music. 🎵 Thanks to Ms. Chuck to introduce Bob Seger on Hap3speakz. I really enjoy this Bob Seger discovery with Hap. 🎧💞👍

[@royrocker9004]

Great insight to pick up on that. Bob is an awesome story teller. So many great songs.

[@donlanteigne8629]

Upon seeing your video claiming this is the first time you've ever heard this song my first thought was that you were living under a rock and I wondered how you couldn't possibly have heard it, and then you opened up with the fact that you do live under a rock. 😂 However, I still believe you've heard it several times before since you recall almost all the lines in the song. But you haven't noticed how the epic guitar of Rick Vito and how it tells its own story along side Bob's.

[@HAP3SPEAKZ]

Honesty, when I say first time... it is. No gimmicks.

[@j.granger1120]

Seger and Gordon Lightfoot together would great. Both of these guys with Mark Knoffler, maybe.

[@homegardenbook4886]

I think that the best songs, poems, and stories never provide answers. They just work hard to frame the questions accurately and in context.

[@generichardson4771]

in the early 90s chevrolet used this songs for its truck commercials

[@williampenny8733]

👊❤I Concur❤👊

[@eddavis9704]

If you want to see the ultimate collaboration video, watch We Are The World. All of the singers have multiple number one hits. It's a who's who of singers from the 80's.

[@olley25]

His best yet….

[@athena6307]

Amazing artist. Legendary storyteller.

[@dirtyjack68]

he's a storyteller. plain and simple

[@mikebailey3723]

More Bob Seger. There are no bad ones. Try “Hollywood Nights” , or “Her Strut” or “Against the Wind” or stir the Same” or “ Fire down Below” etc.

[@deboraclark5791]

Seger is good old rock n roll. Nice reaction.

[@HAP3SPEAKZ]

Rock on!

[@flarica64]

He makes you feel like you can go through a brick wall!!! Love him!

[@chrismalloy7960]

Heart reaction

[@Sparkly-Unicorn]

What a great song pick Ms Chuck!! It’s been forever since I heard this song, but I don’t think I ever tried to figure it out. Great reaction HAP!! You almost always catch what a song is about whilst listening and watching, etc.

[@bradleyhart2492]

Just found you, good job!

[@HAP3SPEAKZ]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@adventuresinlaurenland]

Ya...all I can think about is Chevy Trucks when I hear this song 😂

[@weslennon3425]

Listened to this song long before the Chevy Truck commercial, therefore I do not think of them...

[@johnlittlejohn9213]

When this was made there was no internet.thus no social media.

[@dbegley990]

One great guitar solo!

[@edh3709]

I was at a Seger concert at the Garden and Bruce came out for a couple of songs. You should check it out. Bob Seger was as excited as the crowd. Great show!

[@NotANameist]

I love your reactions so much. So much heart.

[@evananwyl5009]

Hell yeah I resonate to it brother. Hard work. Staying away the hustlers and their schemes. Still believing in my dreams. It’s called “man shit”

[@cndngranma8436]

They gave a great concert, I'm glad I got to see them!!

[@glen6945]

OOOOHHHHYES

[@louisegogel7973]

Thanks Hap! As always, you review with such interest and respect. Much appreciation for that. I enjoyed your review of this song. I hadn’t heard it before, and have always loved the Seeger family voices and his voice and name remind me of them very much... are they related at all?

[@HeartOfHippie]

You spoke of saying Bruce Springsteen, same sentence but when I was in high school (74-77) I always argued with a boy, he was as big a Springsteen fan as I was a Seger fan.

[@52montoya]

Life goes by as fast as that train does, and before you know it, it's over.

[@ms.chuckfu1088]

Bob has some party songs. You did “Night Moves”. No videos, but “Fire Down Below” or “Come to Poppa” show a bit different, less wistful, side.

[@rhiahlMT]

I stop scrolling through my subscriptions every time I see Bob Seger. Ya just have to. Chevrolet sold a lot of pick up trucks in America off this song.

[@jtorres01]

Please do bob seger the fire inside, there a line in there you'll like! He says Youth and beauty are gone one day No matter what you dream or feel or say It ends in dust and disarray Like wind on the plains, sand through the glass Waves rolling in with the tide Dreams die hard and we watch them erode But we cannot be denied! Please react to this song! The Fire Inside

[@tonihagan8438]

I think it is about growing old and missing the vigor and vitality of youth. And about being idealistic and optimistic, not weighed down by the burdens and responsibilities of being adult.

[@marniethedyslexic6445]

😀👍❤️✌️🌼

[@shirleybuffington6420]

You should check out his song Turn the Page

[@gracek4309]

Hi Shirley, Hap’s done the reaction to that song already. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rJOpm2ujbs-md5o

[@shirleybuffington6420]

@@gracek4309 ok sorry thanks for the info

[@gracek4309]

@@shirleybuffington6420 No worries 👍🏼

[@ms.chuckfu1088]

@@shirleybuffington6420 Hey, you don’t have to wait. It’s all good.

[@nanner3200]

Youth wasted on the young. Truer facts were never spoken. :)

[@robertmartinez33]

Verve pipe... freshman

[@jnagarya519]

And wisdom is wasted on the old.

[@billallen1307]

You'll Accompany Me.

[@generichardson4771]

arosmith and run dmc did a song together to the song walk this way

[@yorpersona]

You are a genius. More than most in your understanding.

[@Ken-dh2te]

Go to his greatest hits...

[@Trythinking6013]

Yo could y’all do “forever” or “addict” by nick nittoli ? 😀😀😀 I’ll share your video on my Facebook to 25,000 ppl

[@deannakitchen5568]

20 years………try 40+😩

[@flash1660]

Great song great artist check out roll me away and some early songs East side story and persecution smith

[@versetripn6631]

One word: Principle. Unlike today where view points are like marbles hurled against a brick wall. Dialogue has given way to the new KKK. The Keyboard Karen Kucks.

[@thomasripley1548]

Dont you want to go out and buy a Chevy truck....now....Guess they dont sell things in the UK... that way.....I dont know never been there.

[@livinglife4835]

You lost me at Seger and Bruce...pleaseeeeee Bruce has never measured anywhere close to Bob.