DON MCLEAN - CASTLES IN THE AIR - REACTION VIDEO!

[@davidthieman8020]

Don Mclean and the song Castles In The Air was really amazing. I had not heard it for many years. Thank you for your reaction to it, Dani.

[@davidphillips4476]

This is one of my favorite songs by Don, great job! There's a reason he's in the song writers Hall Of Fame. Isn't it wonderful each person can get different messages from the same song. I get the feeling that he's tired of trying to chase the riches of wealth and he's bowing out; he can't live in the life of wealth and privilege's those striving for the castle leads him to despair he wants the simpler country life. That's what I love about music how it can hit each person differently!!

[@KevinsHeaven]

I haven’t heard this song in so long. A true singer songwriter artist. His songs always tell a story.

[@rigelmoon9030]

This is simply another of his spine-tingling compositions that leave me craving for more. "Vincent" is my absolute favorite Don McLean tune. But, this comes in a close second. Nice analysis, Miss Dani.

[@andyschnell58]

Beautiful song, I haven't heard in a long time. It was the B side for "Vincent" back in the day of 45's. Many thanks for your insightful reaction Dani.

[@Rusty3659]

Yes it was. But he slowed down the arrangement and turned it into a much better song. Don McLean's also on the short list of artists who've actually covered themselves.

[@JamesCarson-tm8df]

I'm a big Don McLean fan have always loved that song

[@richardlamb3426]

The perfectly sad break-up song. So early 70's !

[@jelco9861]

jUst stumbled on this and I loved your insight into his "everlasting pain." This and "Vincent" are my favorites of his.

[@eh-i1841]

I could listen to his voice all day long.

[@davidlindberg6125]

What a way to start 2022! Don's original version of this song in his Tapestry album is more upbeat and has a completely different feel to it. And yes, you got it right that he is always seeking a sort of fantasy and romance in life. All of his lesser known songs in his early albums, Tapestry, Don McLean and American Pie are masterful pieces of song-writing (he writes and arranges all his early songs) and singing. So more McLean reactions please😃 Happy New Year, Dani!

[@jamespasifull3424]

This man could do no wrong! Check out Empty Chairs by him, it's perfection!

[@johnmccarthy568]

dons a great artist with a beautiful voice,his song vincent is his best example of this, loved your reaction dani

[@1719456]

I just subscribed to your channel. Don McLean has been a favorite of mine for many years. One song n particular, ''Empty Chairs'', is a sad but beautiful song & I indulged my sadness by listening to it incessantly after the failure of my marriage. Now, years later, I can listen to it for the appreciation of the heartfelt lyrics & lovely melody, without the bittersweet memories.

[@glennallen239]

Thanks Dani for reacting to this song. I haven't heard it in a long time.

[@donnajean3202]

Love Castles in the Air. Happy New Year Dani.

[@RodRuth]

Hi Dani.. A very Merry Christmas, and Happy New Year to you, and your family. I've always enjoyed Don McLean's music. Very nice reaction..... I think you are exactly right regarding Don McLean, and the source of inspiration for most artists . Well done.....

[@DaniAtkinson]

Hi Rod!! Thank you so much! A very merry Christmas and happy new year to you as well!! I loved this song and the emotional message behind it.

[@debraandreason6865]

Hi Dani! Happy New Year! I woke up this morning and you were the first thing that I watched on the internet. I was thrilled to see your reaction to Don McLean‘s Castles in the Air. That’s when I hit the subscribe button. I enjoyed what you said about it. The lyrics are beautiful and smart, which I find with so many of Don McLean‘s originals. I wish I could find more reactions to his songs. Can you please react to Empty Chairs? There are so many of his songs that I think you would really enjoy. His 1970 debut album, Tapestry, has so many good songs with interesting lyrics. He also sang other peoples songs. He had a big hit with Roy Orbison’s Crying. It’s a 3 1/2 octave song and really showed off his vocal range. Try to find the live version for that one. It’s just great to watch him perform. Keep doing what you’re doing and have fun doing it! Take care 💙

[@ronlittle578]

Your decision to choose this song and reaction to is the main reason I subscribed to your channel. It's such a beautiful, poetic song.

[@ptournas]

Very nice song. You really should react to "Vincent" by him. I think it's his most beautiful and moving song. It's amazing tribute to Vincent Van Gogh.

[@jaygatz4335]

I've been waiting for a reaction to this - one of my favourite Don Mclean songs! It's a beautiful, but sobering, examination of a failed relationship. That voice!

[@mikefain1342]

Great reaction, Dani ! Happy New Year!

[@TheWadetube]

This is a great song and he has a soft and soothing voice and can execute a vibrato on a descending note which I seldom ever hear. I thing Billy Boyd did a touch of it in his Hobbit anthem "The Last Goodbye" a great song with a great video, a must for music fans or Tolkein fans. Loveyoubunches

[@lifelover515]

Thoughtful reaction to a beautiful song. Ask the best in the new year ma'am.

[@DaniAtkinson]

Hii!! Thank you!!!

[@maureenleckie6216]

Dani is the only one who tells the real meaning of a song-love her explanation.

[@markbryant4932]

You have the best insights of all the reviewers I subscribe to - this was your best.

[@JamesDayAndrew2017]

Beautiful, Dani! City life isn't always what it is cracked up to be. Sometimes the simple life can be soothing! Makes me think of a Randy Travis song "Deeper Than the Holler."

[@DaniAtkinson]

Hi James! That is true! Sometimes the hustle and bustle gets the best of us!

[@JamesDayAndrew2017]

@@DaniAtkinson Absolutely! Happy New Year! :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/g5uzqKptfpJ2jNk

[@maxout7306]

... A willingness to leave everything behind. Thank you for your reaction upload.

[@markmoscatello9461]

Happy New Year Dani. I been doing alot if things lately so I haven't been on KZbin. I never got to wish you a Merry Christmas. I missed some holidays. Love me some Don McLean. I'm only familiar with only his song American Pie and maybe one more. There's a performance of American Pie love ve on BBC I think and his performance is one of the most amazing things I ever saw. Great singer Glad to have him around still. Gob Bless Dani. I send regards to the family and I hope 2022 is amazing. Your so great Dani and a pro thru and thru. I know many share sentiments. Get it girl ,🤘

[@DaniAtkinson]

Hey Mark! I’ve missed ya!! Glad to see you are back! Happy new year!!

[@markmoscatello9461]

@@DaniAtkinson I missed you too Dani. I always here.

[@robertomangegali1748]

Great Don

[@ggmiethe]

Thank you for your insights

[@rondegroot1508]

Love this song!

[@garymaidman625]

A song of his you should react to which I don't believe anyone else has requested is Dreidel. It's one of his songs that goes under the radar. Most people think American Pie, Vincent, Crying and Empty Chairs, but Dreidel was always one of my favourites of his.

[@weaslemanatu]

Always loved this version! Don McLean has been a favorite of mine for a long, long time. Loved hearing your views of this very much. You should check out Tom Rush's "No Regrets" on his Circle Game LP. Several covers of Joni Mitchell songs also wonderfully done .

[@casst346]

Starry Starry Night, McLean on Van Gough, try that one..McLean has an incredible way of interpreting pain and emotion via his vocals/lyrics..

[@jmrx12]

name of the song is actually "Vincent".

[@casst346]

@@jmrx12 yes, just thought i would hum a few notes as people sometimes pick that up quicker..thanks for your note anyhow..

[@ChuckHackney]

Along with Vincent, my 2 favorite Don McClean songs.

[@ChuckHackney]

Sorry, Mclean.

[@shark5919]

To me his best song (other than American Pie) is Chain Lightning.

[@googogler]

Dani&Don😊

[@googogler]

...these castle walls... leads me to more than good fences/good neighbors

[@dougdoug9268]

Please do U2 kite and stay official video

[@juderandasan1000]

O I like you Dani because like what I like

[@supasoulproductions]

Not sure if you have done his track 'Vincent' or not. If so, try his 'And I Love Her So'.

[@jmrx12]

Please react to "Vincent" (STUDIO VERSION ONLY)- it's about Vincent Van Gogh. Beautiful, but extremely sad song.

[@donnajean3202]

This is the first time that I have ever been first.

[@davidnelson6874]

The castles in the air he refers to must be skyscrapers. The song seems to clearly be about getting out of the city. That was a far stronger yearning back in the hippie era. The implied woman of the song turns out to be the city.

[@carlgarnett8817]

Yes hello it's me again hey there yep everybody knows American Pie thank is from 72 I think was the number one song Back Then depends on what paper you're looking at but anyhow I don't think I've heard this song before but it sounds okay I think it can grow on me and Don Mclain he was good so I like the video I guess I'll have the hair too few times to get it into my system other than that I'm Christmas day thing at 1 whatever happened and it's Den dealt with I guess you'll be here a lot of crying just have to get that baby bottle out and everybody has to take Karen to go for a ride but some to Sleepy Hollow it all works congratulations on that again and it's nice that has the album slept like you have an Elvis so that could be assigned who knows good anyhow it's 6:39 I just stumbled upon your video cuz my ringer doesn't go off so I'll let you go and have a great night say hi to your family Carl Supertramp Garnett God bless you stay safe

[@thomastimlin1724]

There are two different versions of Don McClean's song here. He redid it for a single release several years later, but the original was on his first album before the American Pie Album. the album was called Tapestry and re-released after American Pie to cash in on American Pie fame. the original version is a lot faster and in a different key. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iIfZopKcbZiaaa8

[@51Dss]

Here in 2024 how many marriages are destroyed by women - wives who tell their husbands that the marriage is suffocating - she is unhappy and needs something more - needs to find fulfillment she needs to find herself. (actually this usually means she has found a new lover but that's for a different kind of video)...judging from the hundreds upon hundreds of videos here on you tube where the woman blindsides her husband with this narrative of "finding herself" - well, this song is a case where it is a man who feels the need to escape - the need to find a "better fitting suit of clothes" as it were. It's a lovely melody wrapped around a sad tale of saying goodbye but asking someone else to tell her he's leaving and why.

[@deoppressoli-bear2600]

The castles represent the tall buildings in the city.

[@jamesmorrison1884]

Hello songs you may want to listen to I'd like see your reaction. Moody Blues Knights in white satin and Tuesday Afternoon

[@JoeChrisMorris]

Beautiful song. Do you sing

[@DaniAtkinson]

Hi Joe, Yes I do sing! You can watch my most recent music video of Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas. There are also originals on my channel as well!

[@andydavies1810]

Careful what we wish for?

[@TheWadetube]

Have you heard the greatest singer in the world? Dimash. If not check out his SOS song, it is in French but some versions have english subtitles, I want to see you enjoy perfection from an angel and Dimash is that angel.

[@DaniAtkinson]

Hi Wade! I have some Dimash reactions on my channel! You can search and check them out! I will react to more very soon!

[@rexhallinan1785]

Your very sweet

[@oldschool72]

This doesn't sound like the original recording.. I wish they would leave the originals alone. This has been redone with Autotune....I am so glad I have my originals from my era. These autotuned remastered crap removes the vibrato in the singers voice. and then becomes just computer generated. just awful.

[@oldschool72]

Autotuned remastered and cuts out the guitar and his vibrato in his voice....

[@shibadoesntcare]

Thumbs down for pausing in the middle of the song and ruining it

[@oldschool72]

You are so off base...