Cat Stevens - Father & Son (REACTION) with my wife

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[@rickmeister]

There is a delicate balance between being "stoic" (never showing your feelings) or getting very emotional all the time over small things. You should never feel the need to apologize when you have an emotional reaction to a song like this. Those watching your channel know that you both are good human beings and that you love each other very much. The world needs more people like you two!!

[@johnfallon3525]

I'm not a father. But this song makes me cry... I'm human.

[@steveullrich7737]

@@johnfallon3525 Exactly, his words beautifully express the rejection of what children are taught by thier parents and society.

[@DarrellFanning-bx7xz]

My friend, never ever apologize for having a heart. The world needs more men like you

[@juzbo44]

It’s a Cat original. He wrote it.

[@richeaton5752]

On "Tea For The Tillermen", his best.

[@TheLjff]

Life is lived forwards, but understood backwards.

[@judywein3282]

Well said.

[@amadormediero3978]

Perfectly said. 👏👏

[@MerchantOfAlba]

So true 💚

[@GaryNoone-jz3mq]

Cat Stevens wrote this song, so anyone else you've heard sing it was covering this.

[@mikeadams2677]

True, but like the Bible, no matter who's reciting it the words are still passing on the true message. 😊

[@mattreynolds612]

What the hell is she thinking about. Speaking before thinking. This is a Cat Steven's Original. I guarantee it. & its deep like dark water! This is a song for Dads not kids. Just saying.

[@bridgetmccracken1381]

The first verse is the Father's view, the 2nd verse is the Son's view. When this song first came out, I was a young girl and I related to the 2nd verse but now I am older and relate to the Father's view. This song is beautiful and timeless 💞

[@sandrapeters6064]

I am a 75 year old mother and grandmother and I relate to the child. We can’t live our children’s lives. Yes, we can guide them, but they must eventually be allowed to make their own choices and decisions. Always listen to them or they will stop talking to us.

[@tessesmom]

Yes even as a young girl I related to the son's verse. I had a very love/hate relationship with my father

[@bridgetmccracken1381]

@@sandrapeters6064 as a 63 year old Mother of 2 Sons, I now understand the Father's view and wisdom he was trying to convey to the Son. When we are young, we want instant EVERYTHING. But we also need to remember that we have parents who have learned from experiences and have wisdom to share

[@sandrapeters6064]

@@bridgetmccracken1381 I actually did learn from my parent's wisdom. They wanted me to follow my dream whatever it was. They were always there to support and advise me. I always thought Cat Stevens was singing about himself. That he chose to follow his dream to be a singer rather than the life his father chose for him.

[@RetNemmoc555]

Months after my brother moved out, my mother and I got a call from him. I took the call. He was in Alaska. He was cold, tired and lonely, and was thinking of coming home. "Don't tell mom," he urged. My mother sensed something was wrong and picked up the phone. "Are you okay," she asked. "I'm okay. Everything's good. I'm making money." My mother asked him if he'd like to come home. "No, I'll be just fine, don't worry." After we hung up I played this song for her. She wept, and I sat quietly beside her.

[@edwardhubschman3610]

Cat has always been a seeker of what’s right and divine. Andre, I cannot tell you how much your emotional response has hit me. Thank you both for the depth and sincerity of this and all your reactions. You are both gems!

[@charity4ever]

true words

[@Laniefj]

Never ever apologize for showing raw and real emotions. Never.

[@davidlinnen1768]

I'm a 70 year old English guy...grew up listening to Cat...a genius..so glad his music lives on with you young couple...listen to Oh Very Young...good luck you two...

[@charity4ever]

god bless u

[@ErwinStechapfel]

There is absolutely no need to apologize for your emotions or the way you react! Lots of love and hugs to you.

[@eternallearner4753]

❤ No need to apologise for your humanity, never ❤

[@robertwatson2823]

The reason i enjoy your channel is because both of you have such caring souls, and that is a treasure. There is no need to apologize for that!!

[@happymethehappyone8300]

This song is a conversation between father & son,, both state their feelings.

[@hongfang2348]

Cat moves to a higher pitch when he speaks from the son's perspective

[@poppad331]

When he's singing softer it's from the fathers point of view, when he raises his voice it's the son. Please don't ever apologise for showing your emotions, it's why we are here....to see a genuine emotional reaction. My father passed suddenly when i was only 13 and he was 42. This song means so much to me and i can't listen without some tears

[@ziggymarlowe5654]

I recently lost my Mother, she was 93. My biggest regret is that I didn't appreciate her life advice when I was young and only felt she was trying to 'run' my life. I fear I was obstinate at times and caused her heartache. I miss her so much now and would give anything to sit with her and talk over those times. I totally lost it, sobbing while I listening to this old song, which I've heard many times. The song also applies to Mothers and Daughters.

[@wendyryder2708]

SO sorry for your loss! I lost my mum over 17 years ago! I also used to clash with my mum because I felt she did take over, even as an adult! I loved her so much and I miss her a lot! Peace and Blessings to you and yours from Australia!

[@MerchantOfAlba]

Big hug from both of us 💚

[@davidahart2113]

No apologies needed. Thank you both for your sincere reaction. I'm crying right along with you.

[@richardsteiner1729]

Without a doubt, these two are my favorite reviewers of music on the internet. They really show the power of music and well written lyrics.😢. I love their emotional reactions and how honest they are. They are people I would love to be friends with.

[@MerchantOfAlba]

You have us as friends already! Thank you and much love 💚

[@happymethehappyone8300]

Cat Stevens "Miles From Nowhere" ❤

[@jamesferris4573]

I agree that Miles From Nowhere is a great song, and they should react to it next.

[@frankbrozowski8808]

I have been listening to this song for decades and it always touches me deeply. My father died when I was 10.

[@WhizzingFish12]

Same here. Lost my dad when I was 5, and I miss him every day. I can't wait to meet him again in heaven. Now I'm the father of 2 sons and love them with a fierceness I can't explain. I cannot in any way understand the "ewww, children" mindset. It's a sign of how broken our culture is.

[@tommygilbreath]

This was one of the most beautiful reactions I've ever seen. I cried with you my brother, and I'm not even a father.

[@jefferyshute6641]

Andrei, Dominika, thank you. So much of Cat's music was written from the heart. Thanks so much for your heartfelt reaction. Andrei, no need to apologize for your emotions. What kind of human would we be, if we didn't have deep feelings. I'm 68 years old, now. I would give anything to have just one more conversation with my father. I miss him a lot.

[@randolph795]

As a father of 3 boys and one who lost his father when I was young I couldn’t have put it better. Well said.

[@cherrypickerguitars]

You’re sooo brave! Such an honest reaction! I was weeping with you! I’ve listened to this song 500 times, and I still weep. Love you guys! Peace

[@alicericcardi3199]

Such a deep and powerful song. Cat Stevens, Yusuf, was not afraid of revealing truths that crack the heart open. He PUNCTURES our defenses, like a pin to an inflated balloon, so that our psychic walls crumble. He is a kind of prophet. ❤. Thank you Andrei for sharing your humanity with all of us. It’s an honor to know you both and be your friend.

[@clarkanyan8508]

Your reviews are always very honest and heart felt

[@EessaTube]

I worked with Yusuf in the 1980s. This is definitely one of my favourite songs. Interesting story. We co-wrote a song called 'Children of Lebanon', on which I sang lead vocals and he sang backing vocals. It was due to be released on a charity album, with songs by various artists, as part of the campaign to get hostages in Lebanon released. However, a few days before the release date, the hostages were released and the album wasn't. I still have the master tape somewhere.

[@noahcasa7917]

I feel ur pain, my father passed away 2 weeks ago and thank God I could make peace with him, stand by him, wash him myself and bury him. Circle of life like your wife says, appreciate the loved ones around you. Cat Stevens now known as Yusuf Islam has stopped singing at a young age when he found the truth, Islam. He returned singing now at old age and he is still great. At his time he was as big as the Beatles, he wrote all his music himself, one of the greatest.

[@Wrongald]

I'm strange. At 77 years of age I still relate to the son in this story... I still dream of a better world, even if it seems further away then it used to...

[@seanok3498]

We've just received the gift of Renewal through this song, the opportunity to reflect, cry and then drive forward again. Higher powers at work through this channel. Many thanks ❤

[@Stacy55ish]

You both know by now what a genius and great storyteller Cat Stevens is.

[@stevenrobertson8329]

I love watching these two experiencing the songs of my youth, my generation were so lucky.

[@tireshredderjoe8894]

Thank you for your beautiful review. It’s ok to be emotional as most of us are empathetic and we all have emotions that can be brought out by this music. Thanks for being great reviewers!

[@user-oe9hj9yl7m]

Beautiful review from both of you.this song obviously touched you both deeply.

[@tessesmom]

My favorite cat stevens song ❤

[@mrbumble2986]

Cat Stevens sings this song brilliantly, you'll notice how he sings in two different keys one for the father's voice and a slightly higher key for the son's, a true conversation between generations in song, absolutely magical and sung with such passion. Another beautiful reaction from you both, loving your work on here because you aren't afraid to let us know how you're feeling. You are clearly very caring good people and are much appreciated in a world that is often cold and heartless.

[@clivegrant4225]

Not forgetting of course, it’s also a brilliant tune!

[@leonardshevlin7260]

😢😢😢The tune, the dynamic performance and impassioned vocal. It could be about his favorite football team and still be worth listening to.

[@biddygow]

Awe Andre this broke my heart. I don’t know what happened to your dad but you’re still hurting from it. Mind yourself and you’ve a good woman there beside you. You can see the love you two have. Beautiful heartbreaking reaction xx

[@MerchantOfAlba]

Thank you! Love and peace 💚

[@jacobparr53]

Mr. Sir the way you reacted to this song is the whole point of reaction videos. REAL EMOTION. Thank you

[@iancitizen6489]

Thank you both of showing your venerability. I love your sweet relationship.

[@andybricks576]

Cat Steven's is a top artist, he wrote this song as well as many fantastic Albums as well. We must not judge someone by our first impression of someone, especially of someone we don't know anything about except, he is a gifted writer, singer, artist & all round great guy! Cat has a message in each of his songs where he delivers his positive vibes to all who want to listen, Amen. ✌🌿 Thanks for your reaction, you two are very in touch with your feelings & it's good you are there to support each other, never apologise for expressing your emotions, that's what makes you a decent human being, All the best 🌻

[@paulvalletta01]

When Cat Stevens was producing songs in the late 60's early 70's, I for one was in love the music, then later on I came to realize that I was not alone, the whole world loved Cat's music, everyone you conversed with about music, all liked his music, a lasting legacy which the world is grateful. and really blessed for his contribution to people's lives' who heard his messages of peace and love.

[@chrisdoyle5450]

Thank you so much for your truly emotional reaction. I'm still touched every time I hear this as much as I did when I first heard, some fifty plus years ago. God Bless

[@timothyjohnart]

What gentle souls you are...sending love and blessings from Australia.

[@user-tb9dx9mg2njsb]

It is a circle of life ❤️I really love you guys and your reactions!❤️✌🏻

[@matthewashman1406]

Very true and beautiful reaction

[@kenhewitt7357]

Great reaction guys, made me teary too 👍

[@Anonymousones1]

God bless both of you ❤if u lost your father he is with you everyday in spirit

[@bjb123ch]

You are both so wonderful x

[@mekay3869]

I very much appreciate your pure reactions and that even though you are 'here' for your audience, you continually care for one another when a song draws forth deep emotions

[@michaelshafer5192]

I never had a loving or supportive father, but this song makes me understand and wish that I had simply misunderstood him and that there was a hope and a need for reconciliation. For that reason the song still hits me hard and I cry still as a 72 year old man/father.

[@GaryCain-qf5vi]

My friend Jon and I would listen to his album "Tea for the Tillerman" it had this song and we loved it thanks for the memories, Jon's gone 3 years now and I have friends like you to listen to music with thanks again, don't forget to jump on the Peace train. Peace ✌️ and ❤ Love 😊 Gary

[@SondraMays]

BIG HUGS TO YOU BOTH ❤.

[@owl-gd6ce]

My heart goes out to you both ..so much love and appreciation..blessings to you both

[@Brandi6666]

Never ever leave things unsaid😊

[@minesquad4081]

He's actually singing both parts, the father and the son. Listen closely to the words to see which one is talking in the song.

[@Araconox]

The song hit me hard 50 years ago and the emotions haven't changed. I cry today as I did hearing it for the first time.

[@WooBino.]

Harry Chapins Cats In A Cradle is another Father and Son song.

[@craigreid7178]

I love how deeply you guys feel the music. THAT"S what music is about - it reaches you on a feeling level that almost nothing else can touch.

[@alltogetherfitandproper4252]

Yall are something good for us viewers. You two are very appreciated.

[@MerchantOfAlba]

Thank you 😊💚

[@samuelmregister]

Such a beautiful thing- being able to convey such emotion. One of the main reasons I come here is to share this. Thank you.

[@targetedfitnesswithrosemarie]

This is a conversation between the Father and son. The first verse is the Father, and the second verse sung in a higher tone is the son...and back and forth it goes throughout the song. Such a beautiful song and loved your emotional reaction. Love the both of you!

[@davestewart2359]

Thank you for your honest emotions and reaction.. it's not a sin to cry.

[@daseguin]

Beautiful reaction, you two. I cried along with you. Vulnerability is freedom.

[@MerchantOfAlba]

Beautifully said. Thank you 😊

[@user-rw8tg8mw9k]

music is very powerful.You two are caring people thats a good trait.

[@2Cambourne]

This great song "Father & Son" by singer/songwriter and Folk Rock Legend Cat Stevens. Done (53) years ago is from his great album "Tea for the Tillerman (1971)." It was featured in the hit Movie "Guardians of the Galaxy 2 (2017)." A Father who does not want to let go of his son. Thinking he is not yet ready to face the trials and tribulations that comes with being independent and facing a cruel hard world. And a Son who wants to leave home to make his own way in the world regardless of the warnings from his Father. Genius and hauntingly beautiful. Priceless. I was 17 years old when this came out in 1971. Today I am a 70-year-old senior citizen watching this lovely couple reacting to the music of my youth. Brilliant!

[@tekay44]

his best song by far, still love it after all these years.

[@itchyandred4131]

My song for myself and my son even though I am his mom his father wasn't there ❤️✌️

[@victormanteca7395]

"Think of everything you've got, for you will still be here tomorrow, but your dreams may not". Oh, that verse.

[@tonyeast1212]

Beautiful Souls**

[@jimmiller3204]

I understand your pain. I was 18 when my Father passed. He was 48. I'm now in my 60's and have my own Grandchildren.

[@thomasheath7712]

A great reaction to a great Cat Stevens song. He has a way of setting a mood and eliciting your emotions. One of his earlier works that he wrote became a hit for the group The Tremeloes in 1967 called "Here Comes My Baby". It's a change of pace from "Father & Son". The lyrics are about unrequited love but The Tremeloes perform the song in a very upbeat manner. Worth checking out a Cat Stevens song before he became famous as a performer in his own right (he was only 19 years old in 1967).

[@3DJango]

A beautiful song. Some touch the heart brother.

[@anitaaviles7203]

Looking back on my life, I see how fortunate I was during my junior high school years to have Cat Stevens, Carly Simon, CSNY and Elton John (to name a few) to give me songs to think about and help me through those rough years.

[@DefaultModeNetwork]

"It's Hard" - of course, it's father and son relations. Both always need to understand all of the words come from love. Maybe not always the best said, but always meant for the best. Mothers add so much to this conversation, even without saying much - and they help to make the conversation stay in lane of caring and love. Bless you both and bless Yusef, a master.

[@cindyweir9645]

I bought this album back in the 70s. This is a masterpiece album. His voice is just so amazing. And perfect guitar playing.♥️🎶

[@JBHogan]

Again - beautiful song, beautiful reaction.

[@rward393]

I’ve just lost my first born son a month ago, I’m in bits listening to this, I share your tears

[@TeresaMosby-sm4js]

I'm so sorry for your loss.

[@jackempson3044]

I have every album this man made.

[@glenn20081965]

We all have regrets and as we get older we see things from a different perspective. Much love Andrei ❤❤

[@michaelbambrick7568]

i admire you guys. You are both so damned genuine in your reactions.

[@jessicaleblanc-nh1yl]

He is giving gifts with his music, lyrics and songs. Andre, you have every right to have an emotional response to this one. It is a good thing. As, Cat Stevens does, as you wife stated, he offers intense music so delicately. Appreciations to you two for sharing this.

[@simon2077]

Cat was such a great folk artist. No shame in tears, the torch keeps passing from one generation to another. Us older ones die off, the younger ones learn from trial and error, the wise ones learn from their fathers and grand fathers. His guitar and lyrics have so much meaning.

[@williamthelast1]

You two, you're gems !! I love your hearts !! My father didn't love me, or maybe in a wrong way. Your reactions moved me. But with no father, it's hard to understand. I love my two sons so much, much better than I love myself ...😢😢😢❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@G02372]

You have a good heart still. That’s an achievement. ❤

[@edwardrutledge2765]

Fifty years ago I attended a Cat Stevens concert at NYC Carnegie Hall; it was wonderful.

[@sergiomattos109]

She is cold but the man is emotional and poetic. I salute you.

[@billtaylor3382]

Another Beautiful song from Cat!

[@brandonhall5615]

I've heard this song many times. It still gets me in the lower throat region and I never fail to shed a few tears. When a song hits, it hits. No shame.

[@Tampahop]

Don’t feel bad, Andre. I’m right there with you. When this first came out, I was 16 or 17. I thought it was a nice tune, but it didn’t mean much to me. Now, it hit me like a ton of bricks, and so did your reaction. Thank you for sharing this moment with us.

[@Brandi6666]

Cat was on top of the music business and he walked away to find himself. He still performs under the name yucef. But this song is a tear jerker🤘❤️

[@problemchimp4231]

Said it before...this is the best, most real & honest reaction channel on YT. Thank you both.

[@MerchantOfAlba]

Appreciate that, thank you ☺️💚

[@stevewalsh4850]

That’s what music does, its beauty, if it doesn’t move your soul then I feel sorry for those individuals who are not moved

[@steve4562]

Best reaction to "Father & Son" ever! (I don't even have a son and this is the song I want played at my funeral.)

[@gostonethecrows]

Ah but you had a father.

[@mikemiller3069]

The verses in the lower octave represent the father speaking and the verses in the upper octave are the son parts. I have been covering this song in a guitar/vocal duet with my friend for over 30 years. I do the father parts and my friend does the son parts (in the last two verses they sing behind one another).

[@patriciaalvareztostado8170]

This is a timeless song I think, because this conversation between a father and son, is always happening, the kid said, The same old story, you hear the father advise and hear the son, saying that he has to go, like I said is always happening, when you grew up you understand you fathers point of view, when you had your own kid, teen, young kids,

[@torrencecullen8064]

I share your tears. Cat can bring it like no other,and I've heard this song a 100 times!

[@765ketyjo]

Really touching and moving. Andre is such a gentle, tender individual. Dominica s support so impresses. The bond between them is immense. This emerges so clearly. I've watched their reactions to dozens of songs now. Dominica in particular has great insight and profound understanding. A wonderful couple

[@MerchantOfAlba]

Thank you for your kind words 💚😊

[@franksullivan1873]

I am in my late sixties now and I still remember my father and him telling me how things change in life.He never had a desire for anything greater than having a good life with my Mom and my Sister and me.He taught me everything he could and it has served me well.Time is insidious and dreams you have as a boy sometimes never happens as you growup.

[@WhizzingFish12]

Cat Stevens wrote and performed this song on his greatest, and one of THE greatest albums ever made, "Tea for the Tillerman." In 2 years of truly incredible artistic production, Stevens created Teaser and the Firecat, Tea..., and Mona Bon Jakon. Besides writing the majestic lyrics and singing these songs, Stevens played the majority of the instruments you hear. Just a bogglingly talented artist.

[@user-tb9dx9mg2njsb]

And remember music is food for the soul!