FIRST TIME EVER LISTENING TO LYNYRD SKYNYRD - Simple Man (HIP HOP HEAD REACTION!!!)

[@norwegianblue2017]

One of the best American rock bands ever.

[@lisamorrison2149]

Tuesdays Gone is my favourite. If you want to check out the video for Free Bird on you- tube, you will be in for a treat. Thankyou.❤

[@battleborn4132]

I agree, but will go a little further, and say One of the best ever! American or otherwise timeless!

[@henrysteel4049]

THEE

[@hylasphilos1744]

One of the best rock bands in the world

[@Rock_Snob]

Good pick Jay! Hard to believe this was recorded in 1973... If you do "Free Bird" make sure you listen to the album version, Skynyrd is a very deep "Rabbit Hole" with some of the best music you will ever hear!

[@Bman-xy2vh]

No one ever gave artimus Pyle the drummer the credit deserved, he kept a strong backbeat flowing in all their songs.

[@steven3271-x9d]

FWIW, it wasn't Artimus Pyle who played drums on this track. It was Bob Burns. But both were great. And most don't know that Rickey Medlocke played drums for Skynyrd (before Bob) on the "First and Last" album, only to leave and form Blackfoot (of Highway Song and Train, Train fame) and then return as one of Skynyrd's lead guitarists in the post-crash lineup. Rickey still plays for Skynyrd to this day. Only Gary Rossington (and Rickey) are left from the pre-crash days, all the rest RIP.

[@timothymyers6827]

I really appreciate young people loving classic rock.

[@PongGod]

Besides the iconic "Freebird", "Tuesday's Gone" is probably my favorite. Has a similar vibe to this track you just heard.

[@HOPEat]

I agree. Tuesday’s Gone is the best!

[@chandlerhause8724]

MCA and gimme back my bullets. Those are fuckin bangers fr

[@robhaunui3343]

Gotta agree with "Tuesdays Gone",in fact,over the years,I'd pick it over "Free Bird",as that always get radio play.

[@jefflilly2001]

Agree, Tuesday's Gone is fantastic.

[@bear4482]

Hey fellas don't forget about The Ballad of Curtis Lowe. One great freaking song! Jay you will love it❗

[@robertdobbs4427]

Lynyrd Skynyrd "Ballad of Curtis Lowe"

[@shawnroark4420]

DEFINITELY Curtis Loew

[@keltonhutchison5951]

@@shawnroark4420 This is a deep cut. One of my favs.

[@jr-xs9tf]

Nasty,funky blues!

[@Calistogakid2u]

Beat me to it!

[@jdturner1969]

Curtis Lowe my favorite

[@peppernagre3126]

And don't forget there's someone up above

[@sensationaldenny]

This is one of my favourite songs of all time! I love the lyrics because it always make me think of my mother. She would tell me a similar message growing up and always be wishing for my success and happiness. I'm 40 and I still consider my mother my best friend and the best woman in my life. Thanks for reacting to this bro! Glad you like the song and appreciate the lyrics as well.

[@philquinton777]

Saw them play this live. There were people around me, and I mean me as well, with tears on their cheeks.

[@ggripreload468]

You mentioned Free Bird; there is a really excellent live version of that song here on youtube last time I checked. My personal fav Lynyrd Skynrd is "On the Hunt."

[@bobshaw12]

Welcome to the greatest American band in history ..enjoy the ride

[@johnbolin3325]

Forget people's suggestions simply listen to everything they ever did but listen to versions done before 1978 + First And Last album. But when you do Freebird do Freebird live at Oakland coliseum 1977 three months before the plane crash. I'm sure you will love each and every one of their songs because they wrote and played for the fans. Live long and prosper brother man 😎

[@champton911]

People need this advice more than ever. Constantly seeing all the fake, extravagant lives on social media, creates the impression we need that to be happy. We don’t know how to be satisfied with the simple things anymore.

[@jimtatro6550]

Check out That Smell, Saturday Night Special, Gimme Three Steps, and Tuesday’s Gone

[@emilymartinez6961]

I have listened to this song for years now and everytime I hear it, l have to admit that l cry everytime, l have only one son and one grandson and l would love to dedicate this song to them💖

[@wild8757]

One of the best tunes ever written

[@sherryarflin726]

Lynyrd Skynyd and The Allman Brothers best southern rock ever..

[@whatsitmatter7046]

that north Florida/South Georgia part of the south just kills it musically

[@babylonkid]

This song is a miracle.

Obviously free bird is next. Get ready to be blown away! Try live in Oakland in 77 I believe.

[@freebirdtony]

Thank you Jay Rah for reacting to my all time favorite band. Yeah, "Free Bird" is definitely a must listen. I strongly suggest "Call Me The Breeze". & "That Smell" 😊✌

[@ritayprice3510]

Call Me The Breeze is my favorite Skynyrd song.

[@steven3271-x9d]

@@ritayprice3510 As much as I like Call Me the Breeze, I like T for Texas just a little bit better. Something about the guitars trading off. Both are JJ Cale covers and great blues rock tunes

[@Jamesd1861]

A Masterpiece no other band like these guys every song tells a story 👍👍

[@davidlitchke4964]

I've always loved this song,and it's message.

[@xlixer7641]

One of those timeless classics everyone needs to hear

[@jimmyfortrue3741]

"That Smell" is my favorite song by Lynyrd Skynyrd.... The guitars are amazing.

[@EessaTube]

Lynyrd Skynyrd's 'Dead Man Walking' is an overlooked but brilliant song. So is 'The Way'. Also, 'Saturday Night Special'.

[@TheDivayenta]

Every man needs to hear these loving and reassuring words of golden wisdom from the heart.

[@MelvinMoats-zl3bn]

My mom just past in June. She dedicated this song to me when I was 10. It meant a lot to me back then. Even more so now more than ever

[@Nastyfinger1444]

A rock band from my teenage years. Simply great sound and message.

[@riveralph3687]

Timeless song and sound here. This one always gives me goosebumps.

[@Bill-tz3wg]

I wish maybe a few times per year every American would put on a set of headphones and hear something from a culture they don't fully understand and have an experience like this.

[@whatsitmatter7046]

great comment man! North Florida and South Georgia have produced some of the heaviest hitters in the American must scene for sure

[@rickgarcia8481]

Ronnie van Zant one of the best songwriters of all time and yet only lived a short life, imagine had he lived 30 or 40 more years.

[@kellendorn4937]

if van zant didnt get killed synyrd would have been the most popular band in history

[@ebooksmaster]

Since you're a drummer, you must listen to Mississippi Queen, by Mountain. Cheers.

[@meganparsons9106]

MOAR COWBELL! :)

[@weedman420147]

@@meganparsons9106 I GOT A FEVER! 😏

[@frandemario1416]

There’s a Zac Wylde version I like even more

[@bodhisfattva7462]

as a drummer he needs a dose of ginger baker...just close your eyes and pick any cream or blind faith song and go for a ride.

[@remedy9648]

Absolutely

[@joeday4293]

Do "The Ballad Of Curtis Loew" for the story. Do "I Know A Little" for some good ol' fashioned high-octane boogie featuring one of my favorite scorching piano breaks ever, courtesy of the late great Billy Powell.

[@thecoogs]

Glad u picked up on the drum work on this fire track. That rythym section is tight as a ducks ass

[@lisac3577]

My all time favorite Skynyrd song.

[@JaimeGlover]

I saw them 6 times in concert in the 1970's - EVERY time they came to Colorado!

[@melissameyer3472]

Best ever!!!!!SKYNYRD!

[@kathyyoung9539]

Ronnie had this song down in 3 minute's. Ronnie's mom told he this when he was a young boy. Greatest Southern Rock Band in the WORLD! Nobody come's close to these guy's. MY BAND!

[@deb.jeffwortman7182]

Great to watch you and see your heart speak on great music….love you brother

[@2thinkon]

They have a lot of great songs. My favorite old school band. These guys were poets with profound messages. Try "Tuesdays Gone " and "That Smell" Just for starters.

[@PrettyFixedStars]

You had your eyes closed. You felt it.

[@michaelford9027]

Always one of my faves brother..glad you liked it

[@aprildawn3186]

Freebird live at Knebworth. I promise you want to see that guitar solo live! Ronnie never wrote lyrics down he just had the guitar players to play whatever new music they were working on and he would just come up with lyrics. This was a hell of a band I think you are really going to appreciate the more you hear. Great reaction

[@justincoplea5352]

Right on man ! 👍🤙

[@kayakutah]

Beautiful song!

[@gregrambo606]

And the producer (Al Kooper) didn't think this song was good enough to go on tbe album! Ronnie Van Zant told him yes it is going on the album.

[@meganparsons9106]

amazing Ronnie held his ground.. i mean you know how hard it was, how long they had to fight to get their first record company contract. So glad he did .

[@jr-xs9tf]

Ronnie done good!

[@jackg5734]

LOL yep Ronnie walked him out of the studio put him in his Bentley and said something like " We'll let you know when we've finished the song".

[@Tuesdays_Gone]

My favorite band, ever!

[@TexasMagnolia]

I really appreciate the respect you show, not faking things, great music line-up. New Sub.

[@78twood]

Love to see you young people discover the excellent 70’s music ❤️

[@Thetequilashooter1]

Love your reaction, man! It was the same for me the first time that I listened to it. God Bless you, brother.

[@chrismaher5344]

Another good song by Skynyrd is That Smell

[@honkytonkheroes0184]

Rvz the most haunting and mesmerizing voice to ever hit the stage RIP free birds

[@lujalainen1]

that lyrics simple and beautiful. if every man doing like that,we not have wars or racism. if i can choose only 2 band from usa,this band and metallica go with me. thanx jay and have great day there.

[@DristeraCrossing0]

Great song, great reaction!

[@garyporter8153]

Awesome words to live by.

[@zoemchone103]

I love Tuesday's Gone :)) And Freebird of course!

[@idahohoosier8989]

No killin, no negativity, just lovin words from y'all's momma, real life

[@CarmenOrtega-yo6de]

Was lucky enough to see them live with front row center seats. Don't forget Sweet Home Alabama

[@ryancliff4988]

Sweet home Alabama is another amazing song they did too. Definitely worth a listen

[@codesent2125]

Oh man, there are soo many Skynyrd songs to recommend lol. Free Bird is a must. But That Smell, The Ballad of Curtis Loew, Needle and the Spoon, Call Me The Breeze, Gimme 3 Steps, I Need You, are just some of the many greats that definately need to be on the channel.

[@cdnmetelhead4013]

@Codes ENT - yes I think Ballad of Curtis Loew would be perfect for Jay Rah

[@rebeccarockchik6704]

They have many great songs. Thanks for your reactions! ✌

[@JaDem148]

Mamma can spit some bars! Who would have thunk it? When she does, everyone should listen. Welcome to your next rabbit hole. I'll bet almost anything you've heard "Free Bird" before and will realize it once you "listen" to it. In today's climate, I would love to see a reaction to, "Gimme Back My Bullets".

[@snewhouse13]

Every mom should play this song for their sons!

[@LoadinMosin]

Loved that you took the time to talk about how meaningful some of the lines in this song are. You're getting some timeless songs under your belt. This song in particular hits deep

[@jimwells768]

The greatest southern rock band of all time 💪💪🔥🔥🤘🤘🤘

[@vinteren4734]

I wish my mother had even a quarter of the wisdom of his mother . Great song

[@leahdoerr731]

Hello from Cody Wyoming! You're awesome keep it up🤠

[@deannajones3849]

Love this one!

[@DA-wr9uy]

This is the only lynard song i really listen to lol Keep the grind bro 💕

[@daveking9393]

Please please please do the studio version First of Freebird before the live I think that's kind of a recommendation for all music you should hear the way the band first recorded it and then enjoy the Nuance of the live performances

[@larrydavis3270]

Checkout: Gimme Back My Bullets, Tuesday's Gone, I Know a Little, That Smell, Needle and the Spoon all by Skynyrd

[@davidsafford1423]

Legendary band died young plane crash took the lives of lead singer, lead guitarist and backup singer in 1977

[@deel2621]

You've heard Sweet Home Alabama, even if you dont realize it. I would request Ballad of Curtis Loew. With Free Bird needs to be live to see the crowds react.

[@raymcarthur3870]

Nice Reaction! Here are a few that don’t get many reactions but should, Gimme back my Bullets, Things going on, Cheatin Woman and I need You. One of the best bands Ever always gave us good advice.

[@larrywalling2844]

Rockin it😎

[@TexasMagnolia]

Allman Bros are the founders of the Southern Rock sound. LS perfected it! To hear “Beauty”. Check out “Tuesday’s Gone”

[@LogicalSon01]

If you want some rockin' songs from Skynyrd try, Whisky Rock a Roller, Gimmie Three Steps, Down South Junkin', I Know A Little, or if you're looking for just good, heartfelt songs try, The Ballad of Curtis Loew, Tuesday's Gone or Comin' Home. They did it all.

[@johnkendall6558]

all the ones others mentioned plus -" All I can do is write about it"

[@matthewoboyle6010]

That would be my pick as well.

[@zebjohnson5118]

"That Smell" enough said ✌️♥️

[@calhig3794]

"Soulshine" by the Allman Brothers. Another rabbit hole to go down.

[@AgenteusaRR]

Got my sub for listening to good music and to encourage ;)

[@bridgetmccracken1381]

Great reaction! It was awesome seeing you respond to not only the music but feeling the lyrics as well :)

[@stevesebek7962]

amazing song , and fantastic background that god gave us

[@70centurian]

Thanks.......

[@rentner66]

Jow Jay, thats what we older guys called: Good old rock!

[@Scooter730]

Southern Rock...you already know...after Skynyrd check out Molly Hatchet Flirtin with Disaster, Dreams I'll never see, and 38 Special, the Marshall Tucker band etc...great stuff

[@TheCanuck1962]

This is one of those bands that I didnt even need to watch you react, although I did, in order to like the video. Skynyrd is like RUSH, in a class of their own

[@jerrybaker8582]

and just like that a skinner fan.....forever

[@Popson2wheels]

Their live album, One More From the Road is a great album. For something a little different with focus on drums, Wipeout by The Ventures from Japan in 1966. No words just jamming guitars and drums.

[@diveplane05]

Jacksonville, Florida!

[@michaelturlington3821]

Words to live by..

[@anniegoodrich262]

Definitely need to check out Free Bird. The studio version is a good start though live is just crazy watching the guitar players.

[@brettsmith724]

"Tuesdays Gone" "Curtis Lowe" "Call Me The Breeze" "Working For MCA" Just to name a few my brother. Fyi- They all need to be heard from the original Skynyrd line-up. Digitally remastered studio version...

[@blackwolf6082]

It amazes me that Ronnie would hear the band playing a riff and then come up with the lyrics in his head which ultimately came up with the song

[@markdovers5150]

I can’t believe no one has mentioned SWEET HOME ALABAMA!

[@josephcrabtree3134]

thank you for your wisdom ,if it's raining outside , the sun is shining somewhere, thank you from a 52 year old man,

[@bobdelp2023]

HEY MANNNNN, HOW DID GET FROM RUSH TO SKYNYRD JAY??? LMAO :) THERE'S JUST SO SO MUCHHHH GR8 AWESOME CLASSIC ROCK TO LISTEN TO I GUESS YOU'VE FIGURED OUT!

[@chriscatarcio9933]

We have the black man to thank for this great mus.

[@SIXX2772]

I love this band most of all......please check out the lyric video of Curtis Lowe