So True! 🎵 ​John Cougar - Authority Song REACTION

[@johnmccarthy-behindtheveil]

He's talking about doing his own thing, being authentic, and being happy about it. No regrets.

[@friendme12345]

Agreed - fun video too...JCM in the boxing ring...

[@Rob-eo5ql]

“I do things my way and I pay a high price” ~ Minutes to Memories (another great JCM song)

[@Rob-eo5ql]

“I do things my way and I pay a high price” ~ Minutes to Memories (another great JCM song)

[@michaelakkerman407]

"Check It Out" is another great song from JOHN. Really just about any of his songs are great. Crumblin' Down Lonely Ol' Night Paper In Fire These are a couple more greatest tunes from John Mellencamp...

[@MichaelTScott-wb4di]

Seconded all the above and "Rain on the Scarecrow," "Pop Singer," and "Play Guitar."

[@NoLegalPlunder]

I can't believe no one has reacted to John's, "I Need a Lover". That song is as epic a masterpiece as they come. His first album is ridiculously good.

[@keithosmond5730]

Pat Benatar's cover from her first album is quite good as well.

[@inchhighpi9514]

@@keithosmond5730 the song was written by John Mellencamp, without him who knows if Benatar would even be famous.

[@keithosmond5730]

@@inchhighpi9514 I'm aware he wrote it. That wasn't one of her big hits, though; while it was the lead single off her debut album, it didn't chart in North America or many other markets. Heartbreaker (her third single from the album) was her breakthrough single. And, to my knowledge, she never had any Mellencamp-penned hits. So you're giving him way too much credit for her success.

[@JustMe-gn6yf]

Long intro and great song

[@maureenlyons-brennan1146]

Intro is perfect.

[@thomasshaw8130]

Great song. Always loved it. I'm willing to bet that it was influenced by "I Fought The Law" by Bobby Fuller Four.

[@friendme12345]

Yeah - apparently the lyrics were never credited and the songwriter died in a mysterious car fire...so no legal ramifications for JCM

[@leonardshevlin7260]

Sonny Curtis wrote "I Fought the Law" and his band The Crickets recorded the first version in 1959. Curtis is now almost 85 years old.

[@hmpz36911]

"Good kids don't SUCK on chili dogs" - 😂 Brad's quote of the year! This goes up there with Lex' " imagine surfing on a butthole... Like, the TEXTURE". 🤣

[@cassandracampbell3424]

🤣😂🤣

[@Cindrbell]

Brad doesn't know what he's talkin bout. It seems ever.

[@metalmark1214]

Brad and Lex know this about authority, one word - Lattice.

[@SIXX2772]

lol

[@bruceday4036]

🤣

[@NoCanDu]

Yes! 🤣🤣🤣

[@detroitpolak9904]

My favorite John Mellencamp of all time. About time someone reacted to it.

[@dougman23]

I love that Jimmy Eat World gave a shout out to JMC and this song on their own "Authority Song", off the Bleed American (or self-titled, after 9/11) album. "It's how the hustle goes / see what the jukebox knows / Put my last quarter on / I play Authority Song" I do wish they'd do another song from Jimmy Eat World..."The Middle" is so bland. "Sweetness"...that'd get them more hyped.

[@detroitpolak9904]

@@dougman23 You hit the nail on the head. I think the only greater praise would be a Weird Al parody.

[@bigmeaney555]

Can't think about anything other than beer, family barbecues and the USA when ever I hear any of his songs.

[@straightener2001]

I fought authority last Wednesday. Went up against the town board protesting my property taxes. We fought to a draw. People say it was a good show. I tell them I wish I could have watched it, but I was busy at the time. Authority doesn't always win, it just doesn't loose.

[@mrnobody9104]

Amen....hard to when they make the rules!

[@rhondamcbath6279]

You mean "LOSE?"

[@jamestate5059]

His song SMALL TOWN is my personal theme song lol. His song Rain On The Scarecrow is an anthem to the American farmer and their hardships , you gotta hear that one

[@juliewhite7469]

Good ones! My favorite is "Pink Houses" .💕💕💕

[@markvanderstelt8999]

not one bad song on that great Album.

[@glassontherocks]

Authority doesn't win if its corrupt. Stand up and voice your opinions. "You might be wrong... but you might be right." Billy Joel

[@juliewhite7469]

I love the working class vibe from Mellencamp, Joel, Bon Jovi, and Springsteen. Billy Joel's "Allentown" is a favorite.

[@dipsydoodle7988]

If you want to hear a more serious side of John, Rain on the Scarecrow has an intense tone and lyrics to match. Pink Houses is also more serious in tone and a great song as well. But guys, I'm just gonna tell you...to feel the whole JCM experience, you gotta see him too. Please just trust me on this one and watch the official video for Crumbling Down.

[@MrPopbottleboy]

Brad,I dont care what your financial situation is,you are a lucky man to have that beautiful,and I mean inside as well as outside,lady by your side.

[@joedirt688]

Great old songs like this from back in the day were a favorite at outdoor beach parties and bush parties!! Rock-on Great reaction.;.

[@mage1439]

This has always been one of my favorites. It would be interesting to hear your thoughts on one of his more meaningful songs like Scarecrow or Peaceful World.

[@ericwilliams1031]

Next gotta do his earlier hits "I Need A Lover" "Ain't Even Done With The Night" Plus "Hand To Hold On To" Great songs

[@laurabrevitz3944]

The first time I heard him, and still one of my all-time favorite Cougar/Mellencamp songs, was "Hot Night in a Cold Town."

[@scottNNJ]

You guys should listen to Wild Night, a duet with John Mellencamp and MeShell Ndegeocello … it’s a remake of a classic by Van Morrison

[@kdm71291]

It’s kind of tongue in cheek which makes it fun…..it’s like being amused at yourself.

[@GinaGeeILuvu]

I love John Mellencamp! His music is so thought provoking! I love his style of rock! I can see him being a total rebel when he was younger! ❤️❤️

[@johnjohnson9923]

Great Story Teller all his songs are ballads of sorts !

[@mikecaetano]

Heh, I remember rocking out to this in the car when I was in high school. Now check out Bobby Fuller "I Fought The Law" (or the version of that song by The Clash). And beyond "Pink Houses" and "Small Town", check out "Lonely Ol' Night", "Crumblin' Down", and "R.O.C.K. In The U.S.A.", and for a taste of Mellencamp's early sound, "I Need A Lover", from 1978. Pat Benatar released her version of that song as her debut single in 1979.

[@juliewhite7469]

Great suggestions! Can't wait for more Mellencamp. 🥰💞🤗

[@PlateOshrimp499]

I remember an interview with JM back in 83 or so, and he said this song was written as a reggae song, and if you mentally slow it down and Jamaica-up the vocals just a touch, you can hear it! Also, for some reason I didn't really consider him to have awesome pipes in the day, but these days I think he rates with the best of them: certainly as good as Springsteen, with whom he is most often compared.

[@rhondamcbath6279]

John Cougar -Melloncamp puts old constipated Springsteen to shame, shame -SHAME!!! Springsteen couldn't hold John's microphone!! LMAO 🤣

[@bobbierobinson6269]

It's about enjoying the fight. (Not necessarily a fist fight, but maybe at times) When someone tells you not to do something and you do it anyway ... It's fun.

[@monolit73]

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[@monolit73]

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[@andyedwards4774]

"Good kids don't suck on a chili dog." Literally made me LOL! Love you guys!!

[@Indy1831]

Mellencamp put on a great live show………I would match his hits against anybody else’s. Great singer/songwriter!

[@juliewhite7469]

Agree 💯 %

[@drogusmaxwell6640]

Yes! I saw him live on the Scarecrow tour. Nothing flashy, no elaborate light show. Just John and the band doing what they do. One of the best concerts I've ever seen.

[@mikecreger9702]

"Check it out" is a classic. Live from Indianapolis.

[@JAMESMOORE-gq4vv]

BETWEEN A LAUGH AND A TEAR with Ricki Lee Jones.

[@brunoberardi4815]

One of JCM best , along I need A lover that won't drive me crazy

[@kimberlinibambini1988]

My guy of 27 years..is from Indiana like John- they both ended up at the same house party and jammed together- my guy went into the military and well.. we know what John did-love it! 😀

[@mamaral77]

Play Guitar is a cool and interesting song, you may like it since you recieved that Eddie Van Halen replica guitar. The song gives you John Mellancamps perspective on playing the guitar.

[@mredible475]

“Cherry Bomb” is classic must hear 🎸

[@KNOWLEDGETHEMYSFYT]

I fw this heavy 🔥y’all keep goin up

[@sattymike0155]

Awesome, John Mellencamp is one of those that I play really often. I’m a small town guy and his music clicks with me. Lot of great songs.

[@juliewhite7469]

Agree 💯 %

[@KC-pc8ou]

Such a talented, hard working musician, song writer and performer!

[@rodroller6634]

Being an Indiana boy you find out about John’s true reputation. He is a bad boy that fought against his label and pretty much anyone that got in his way. But he admits he’s an ass, deal with it or move on. Huge respect for the man.

[@mage1439]

He might be an ass on a personal level, but on a "caring about humanity" level he's a hero. He puts what he believes out there.

[@AZColt1971]

Indiana guy here also. I think he basically says "Here I am, take it or leave it. I could give a rat's ass." Always respected that about him. He didn't "sell out" for more $$$.

[@indycarcomplainer2304]

The man was inducted into the Rock ‘n Roll Hall of Fame and, on the way to the stage to accept his induction, literally threw his cigarette onto the floor and stomped it out. He just gives no fu--.

[@josephdenney6701]

Being a guy from Indiana we all relate to John song we get it

[@jimcox8148]

Being an Indiana boy myself, all I know about John is he demanded perfection from himself and his band. He didn't take kindly to screw ups. I also remember a few other things, but we don't need to go into that.

[@bertcardenas7807]

So many good John Cougar Mellancamp songs. Try "I Need a Lover", "Play Guitar, "Rain on the Scarecrow" and "R.O.C.K. in the USA".

[@funkdoktor9099]

This makes me happy. This is so punk and rock. Such a yourhful message. A staple of being a teen in the 80's.

[@kennethwilliams7731]

A fun song and video. Lex you are fun to watch reactions to. I admire your enthusiasm. Don't ever the set backs in life's journey or contrary people ever steal your joy from you.Keep smiling and loving those you meet along the way.

[@richardhojczyk2296]

The 2 of you always make my day a little better. Thanks for all you do, and Happy Easter!!!

[@xrentonx]

This is the best Mellencamp song. It's my favorite.

[@davidteller7681]

More Mellencamp! A couple of great ones "When the Walls Come Tumbling Down" and "Lonley ol Night"

[@ScottGibbs]

"Good kids don't suck on chilidogs" needs to be embroidered onto a pillow.

[@josephkriegel3162]

I always find in humorous Brad is so even keel but he always comes out of his shell. Love you guys!

[@CajunGeordie]

Going against authority doesn't make you a bad kid. Some just go against the establishment. Those tend to be the artists and the poets.

[@frankrizzo4460]

Blessed and Happy Easter to you both 🙏🐰🐣

[@drogusmaxwell6640]

I've been a rebel (not a criminal) my whole life, and have had my fair share of run ins with authority, and even though I know they will always win, I have to smile knowing I'm living my life as I choose. A free man, fam!

[@galenstone9097]

Kenny Aronoff here. Fantastic drummer.

[@TD-fz8ry]

You two are so fun to watch. Lex is bopping to the tunes and Brad is so serious getting into the music and message. Brad…give it up to Lex. She’s a smart cookie!

[@nedkelly5174]

As always love the smile LEX keep on rockin

[@EarthWalker2023]

Small paradise, paper and fire, rain on the scarecrow, cherry bomb

[@stihldavebergen3469]

That's one my favorite intros, he had some good tunes

[@karlannett469]

Highly recommend checking out. John Cougar Mellencamp song rain on the Scarecrow. And check out the biography on that song to it's cool. If you want to see another side of John Cougar Mellencamp. His songs call check it out

[@wadsworthaaron]

John Mellencamp's "Uh Huh" album is where he turned a corner as a songwriter and with arrangements. from the early 80s through the early 90s, he was one of America's best. Living in Bloomington, IN during Mellencamp's heyday (very close to his hometown), it was fun the way he was treated like a hero.

[@nononobutyeah]

Nice. Haven't heard this since high school. "Check it out" is good.

[@evanerys]

John Cougar is to rural working class America in the 80s what Bruce Springsteen is to East Coast working class America of the 70s & 80s. Both are excellent.

[@cathyhetzel5944]

He lives on a farm not far from me and I saw him riding his motorcycle. He's a regular guy. I love his music especially that song because I can definitely identify with it!

[@surlechapeau]

Brad & Lex, you'll love his "I Need A Lover", "Small Town" and "Lonely 'Ol Night"!!

[@andrewfrick5312]

oh yeah!

[@Angie-W]

And I suggest Not even done with the night

[@juliewhite7469]

Good ones! Add Pink Houses, Cherry Bomb 💙

[@infernusrex796]

"Good kids don't suck on chili dogs"......that's the best fucking line I have ever heard!!!!!

[@dionshare7103]

I believe I've mentioned before somewhere that this man deserves to be Rock 'n Roll HOF if he isn't already there. John Cougar is classic rock now. And this is one of his best songs.

[@JH-ii8xm]

Paper in fire. His best song!

[@Hamsalad-Sammie]

This song has been in my top 5 since I was young, I've always had a problem with being told what to do lol

[@ndivi499]

I need a lover. Late seventies, live if you can find it.

[@JWCFB]

Pink Houses, Crumbling Walls, Golden Gates, anything off of his Uh Huh album.

[@anthonyhedberg6471]

"Pink Houses" is one of his best...in my humble opinion. ✌😎

[@Cindrbell]

Love John Melloncamp... Jammin.. oh no, I say oh no.... I fight authority, authority always wins.... Brad... Where u are???? U never jam.... To anything.

[@bluethunder7391]

My fav from the Mr.Cougar. 80's finest

[@bgaona]

If authority always won, we wouldn't have lawyers. But the song sure _feels_ true!

[@ckobo84]

The only thing that is guaranteed is lawyers always win.

[@ronaldgines171]

You have to check out " Check It Out " That's a great John Mellencamp song

[@scottNNJ]

This song is about the time John Mellencamp had lattice hanging outside of his home.

[@Jolinga]

😂

[@TracyfromNC]

Best reply💯

[@jadejj7948]

😂😂😂😂

[@angelakelly4763]

Thanks for a good laugh!

[@roydivo6189]

So many good songs by John in the 80s after his young arrogant bad boy years, he cleaned up his act and was a big supporter of Farm Aid preforming free concerts for the cause to aid small US Farmers from losing their farm land. Some other greats are Lonely Ole’ Night, Small Town, Rumble-seat, Paper & Fire, Cherry Bomb.

[@kennethgoin628]

This entire album is full of fun music! Play guitar was my personal theme song for a couple of years!

[@AZColt1971]

Dude was married to a model, dated Meg Ryan (pre-face-lift) and others, despite not being the cats meow looks-wise. How? He's authentic, doesn't care what you think, comfortable with who he is, and loves playing HIS music. I think chicks dug that about him. It comes out in his songs.

[@grandwazoodebris1015]

Mellencamp had a lot of great songs, ranging from Stonesy rockers, folky intense ballads, lots of to choose from. Try Crumblin' Down, Rain on the Scarecrow, Paper in Fire, Pop Singer. I don't know anything about the last 2/3 of his career, he's probably written a bunch of great tunes then too, definitely had it in him.

[@juliewhite7469]

He just wrote a song with Bruce Springsteen, it's here on KZbin 😊💙

[@inchhighpi9514]

I love John Mellencamp, always have, always will.

[@donstand2195]

Historic pipes OMG I love her

[@ice-iu3vv]

youre surprised by this sounding "different" because you havent done his bangers yet, just some catchy hits. try "rain on the scarecrow", or "paper in fire".

[@jeremyedwards1093]

I’m glad y’all liked the song. I remember requesting during the live stream. Not saying I had anything to do with it.

[@juliewhite7469]

Thanks Jeremy! 💙

[@jeremyedwards1093]

@@juliewhite7469 you’re welcome

[@jeffjones6221]

A little slice of souther Indiana Americana.

[@itsjezzer]

I love both of your vibes and what you bring to these videos.

[@barbarafrazier3242]

My favorite song of John Mellencamp is Wild Nights… it’s a duet with a lady named M’Shell Ndegeocello…. And It has an awesome groove to it.

[@jek4837]

He's got so many catchy, feel good songs, but it's time to switch it up and show his slower songs can be just as good. Cherry Bomb should be next.

[@NoLegalPlunder]

I always identified with the lyrics to this song -- especially the part where he says growing old leads to growing old and dying. Growing up everyone around me seemed to want to grow up as fast as possible. I was always puzzled by this. Like this song I wanted to stay young and resist growing up and older. Still do, for good or bad.

[@kennethbertram161]

He has a song call minutes to memories. It's on the scarecrow album. Please give it a listen. I promise you will enjoy it

[@B2Sr]

Much respect! Love you two

[@davidwalker683]

Great song, great artist

[@williameller7002]

happy Easter y'all

[@cathybrookeburt2616]

John has always bragged he was proud to be a rebel.

[@astonsfan]

This guy has a TON of great songs !!!

[@johnjohnson9923]

Melllencamp is /was a very talented guy and recorded some of the best music of the eighties he has tremendous library of tunes across what in some cases seem to be cross genre

[@snowdog03]

Sounds like it could have been on the OG Footloose soundtrack.

[@marlarogers9304]

Three little words...PAPER AND FIRE!!

[@jimarmstrong2630]

The music video that came out with the song is one of my favorites, funny and on point.

[@joemachine4714]

Next Melloncamp can be "I Need A Lover That Won't Drive Me Crazy" it's a must

[@danielkahlo7639]

Fun fact: John was notorious for getting in to street fights, he said he’s been in too many to count, started them all and lost most.

[@timskelton2325]

Ya'll have got to do "Paper in Fire" and watch the official video at the end of a future live stream.

[@danrudnick5252]

Everyone always glosses over that next line in Jack and Diane. Bobby Brooks were a kind of pants. So he's saying Hey let's go off into the trees, take off your pants, and let me do whatever I want. But yeah, sucking on a chili dog is what makes him a bad boy.

[@hmichaelr1]

If you ever decide to do a deep dive on Mellencamp, listen to What If I Came Knockin from the 1993 Human Wheels album. It has that trademark driving percussion but is totally different from what you've listened to so far - kind of evil and angelic simultaneously. It didn't hit as a single, but I think it's my favorite song by him.

[@indycarcomplainer2304]

Great song and album!

[@DannyD714]

getting back to "jack and diane" i could be wrong,but i always thought "sucking on a chili dog" was a metaphor. i wont go any further.

[@litawells4264]

This was one of my favorite songs in the 80s.I didn't like hair bands, so this was what I gravitated towards more rock n roll. My #1 song from him was (Pink Houses) loved it also (Lonely Ol' Night) such nice guitar work by him in this song. If you haven't listened to them yet your in for a treat. 🎶🎸

[@Angie-W]

Hello Brad and Lexi. I hope you have a wonderful Easter 🐇😊