The trickery/artistry on this one runs deeper than many people realize. The chord progression is taken directly from Pachobel's Canon in D. He rolls up & tells us he is just here to schmooze us, but we're going to love it. He isn't wrong.
@Degner Жыл бұрын
That one bar was actually a TRIPLE entendre! "No matter how much Peter loved her, what made the Pan refuse to grow, was that the Hook brings you back". So, it was a Peter Pan reference AND the two meanings you said!
@erikbrigham5764 Жыл бұрын
Capt Hook... just in case
@joebluhm7 ай бұрын
100% - it's cheeky, and it's meta.
@dennisjohnson2772 Жыл бұрын
He showed he plays for the people,not mtv or corporate.
@versatilejams Жыл бұрын
Popper is the man.
@Faesharlyn4 ай бұрын
"Suck it in³" whether you're a queen or a dog, the hook will byb.
@yeehaw67374 ай бұрын
This is what true talent sounds like when no auto tune smothers it👍🏻🤗
@claudballs5679 Жыл бұрын
Seeing those kids faces and smiles had me in tears, you could see the joy in there hearts.
@chibiusa40727 ай бұрын
It took me 25 years to understand the genius of this song, and you got it in one. They actually teach this song in music theory classes.
@jessicaleblanc-nh1yl3 ай бұрын
John Popper is a master harmonicist. This bands music often has messages & parodies within. They are all musical geniuses, as well. Thank you for taking your time & hearing what he was singing. =)
@carihenson8019 Жыл бұрын
This is one of my all-time favorite songs, ever.
@nelsonsheffield2157 Жыл бұрын
This song is a satire of pop music in general. Yeah, he is basically saying the lyrics aren't important as all you need is a musical "hook" to get listeners to listen and buy.
@st.johnpauliiyouthgrouplou2093 Жыл бұрын
His best performance of this song that i've heard is when he visits the Howard Stern Show. He sound even more incredible on that one
@Ray1969. Жыл бұрын
Absolutely!! That performance is fire
@mrbaddog4749 Жыл бұрын
Blue Traveler is an amazing band. John Popper ( Lead vocals and Harmonica ) is a beast, and has jammed with many artists and has a great solo career. You should Google John Popper for more great music.
@Thundaarr4 ай бұрын
The studio version of this is amazing too.
@sherrybrown6136 Жыл бұрын
I understand that he's talking about how some artists don't ever care about the lyrics, the public is only interested in the "Hook" of the song. The shallowness of some people who only listened to the music instead of the lyrics. Another great some from them is "Run Around".
@jasonrose9092 Жыл бұрын
Great reaction! I'm about to see Blues Traveler 7 times in the next 10 days! Rock on BT!
@sneakthieve4 ай бұрын
and a live version! if you'd never really heard this, it is like "damn that's unique!" there really is nothing like them
@insidadream4074 Жыл бұрын
Great band! Great reaction! Try Dave Mathews Band as well. Amazing talent
@pulamusic12 күн бұрын
“Suck it in, suck it in, suck it in Like you’re Rin Tin Tin or Anne Boleyn.” A classic line! It’s right up there with Bob Dylan’s, “Don’t want to be a bum, You better chew gum, The pump don’t work cause the vandals took the handles”
@juli-annb.anderson8816 Жыл бұрын
Yeah!! He killed it! Gorgeous! He runnin' through life... o.. but heart hooks you.❤
@saywhatagainmfer98772 ай бұрын
Shon, your real man. I enjoy your reactions brother.
@GrannySingaporePVP Жыл бұрын
Yooo! You did Hook! This is amazing! Looking forward to seeing this! Just finished it! It was awesome man! Glad to see that you got the point of the song. It was a bit unfortunate that this particular video wasn’t exactly the best example of the song but that is MY fault! Hope you enjoyed the harmonica as much as I enjoyed watching your reaction 💪🏼.
@TheLupin22 Жыл бұрын
studio version will leave you weak bro, its dope. the harmonica is cleaner and his voice is picked up much better.
@vasekvi7 ай бұрын
He lowered his voice in this video while he was singing to the children on purpose. If you watch the Howard stern live version he did not lower his voice.
@britt30443 ай бұрын
This song is dope and he sings his ass off!
@jamesmcmillan78456 ай бұрын
you got it
@chrispruett81 Жыл бұрын
Great ears Shon! That's EXACTLY what he was saying!! lol ... This was fun... but for the record.. he is playing/singing this song too fast. The original is a bit slower! You should check out studio version! Oh.. You should also check out his song "Run Around"
@kade09010 ай бұрын
Dude i love you. I came across your reaction and i loved how you got the double entandre, or the fact that the whole song is a troll on how people do not really listen to what is being said, instead they listen to the hook. Awesome reaction!!!!
@suprstng6 Жыл бұрын
Ya I remember seeing these guys in concert. The singer (I think its John Popper) used to wear a whole harmonica vest...must have carried like 50 harmonicas in it.
@yeehaw67374 ай бұрын
And this Hook did bring me back 😂😂😂😂😂😂
@arnoldcox9128 Жыл бұрын
Harmonica is very underrated indeed I agree
@cindyv1401 Жыл бұрын
Tommy JOHANSSON song....ALONE 🔥🔥🔥🔥💥
@snakeplissken44 Жыл бұрын
This song is %100 pure genius
@AK00777 Жыл бұрын
Loved this! Great vid 😘💕
@Jiambo Жыл бұрын
I recognize those kids from a pearl jam video. Same concert I conclude.
@kevinmalone2218 Жыл бұрын
I will be seeing Blues Traveler in July. Was supposed to see them last month but unfortunately John Popper was sick. Can't wait!
@chrisgaddy107 ай бұрын
I saw them in 97. They put on a great show!
@beaunossaman4722 Жыл бұрын
Yes! Do the studio version.
@jeremiahnienhaus998 Жыл бұрын
You need to check out Rod Piazza and mighty Flyers. Murder in the first degree. Rod Piazza is the vocalist and he's an excellent harmonica player too.
@DanYeLL2003 Жыл бұрын
If you like the harmonica check out Led Zeppelin’s “When the Levee Breaks” you will LOVE it.
@jimiewilliams7623 Жыл бұрын
The studio version would have been a better reaction. On the album, the song sounds clear, and his voice is amazing. I get that reactors want to see the live versions, but those versions are not the way we heard these songs growing up, and I think most people want to see reactors react to the same music we heard, not some performance, that may or may not capture a great feel. There were lots of live albums throughout the 60s, 70s, 80s, and 90s, but they usually paled in comparison to what the producers and bands did in the studio. Studios were trying to squeeze out some more money, they were not trying to give the people who missed the concert a thrill. When it came to great concerts, you really had to be there. Frampton Comes Alive, and that killer Phil Collins performance of In the Air Tonight, from The 2004 tour, are possible exceptions. Anyway, I'm glad you got the point of the song. It's just not a good version of it.
@eprohoda Жыл бұрын
Wooohoo! Thanks-total awesome traveler~
@cartercarter645 Жыл бұрын
Great reaction! Love the energy!! Suggestion - Fantastic harmonica and piano is Billy Joel Piano Man. Iconic harmonica - iconic song
@jmech7_7 Жыл бұрын
Howlin Wolf "smokestack lightning "
@steverey8362 Жыл бұрын
4:40 That's a Peter Pan, Captain Hook reference as well my guy. js
@ginavalera11932 ай бұрын
Always have loved John Popper and the Blues Travelers. Was this a Bridge School Benefit Show?
@robertstoner8244 Жыл бұрын
Masterly done ❤
@BogoRath Жыл бұрын
I love the harmonica too! If you haven't reacted to The Hollies - “He Ain’t Heavy, He’s My Brother”, it has an iconic harmonica intro.
@joebluhm7 ай бұрын
Double Entendre! Booya! Nice!
@karenmandeville7116 Жыл бұрын
did you notice his vest? he's got about 10 different harmonicas in different keys. John Popper is a great harmonica player!
@karenmandeville7116 Жыл бұрын
oops he's not wearing his vest in this one.
@maverick3677 Жыл бұрын
I remember this dude was the first person that I didn't know who made me cry as a kid. The interview went over how he didn't appear in his music videos cause he thought people wouldn't wanna listen to an obese lead singer.
@lindasalaki9404 Жыл бұрын
Great Video ❤❤❤❤
@albert0F Жыл бұрын
This was so wholesome all around.
@Triggerhippie707 ай бұрын
Listen, this is one of the greatest songs of all time and John Popper is everything!
@johnmccall55767 ай бұрын
Its a great criticism of the music industry and songwriting at the time while throwing great lines between the gibberish.
@GooniesGirl Жыл бұрын
Great reaction! New subscriber here. 👋
@DouglasH77711 ай бұрын
If you Love harmonica you definitely found the right person to listen to I seen this guy in concert like six times and it was a great time
@loisrogers9042 Жыл бұрын
SUCH A GREAT SONG!
@Parduck365 Жыл бұрын
A straight masterpiece
@Mama_Michelle Жыл бұрын
Every single Lifetime Movie Network movie where the underdog wins this song played in the credits in 90s. Good times.
@arieloh1767 Жыл бұрын
I love this song!
@kyleknapp1985 Жыл бұрын
I love how excited you got about the Peter Pan thing 😂 I love it
@rodneypaul3035 Жыл бұрын
Train,Train. Blackfoot! The intro is the guitar player/singers grandfather.
@TheMoneymann55 Жыл бұрын
Check out the studio version that last version is a good one
@ydnadab13 Жыл бұрын
I think you'd enjoy Runaround, too.
@delphilungwyn5308 Жыл бұрын
Peter is Pan and the hook was from Cpt. Hook...⚓
@daymonpancheri88469 ай бұрын
You Definitely need to do Dave Matthew’s Band “Ants Marching”
@jrose75 Жыл бұрын
Do the studio! One of the best songs eva!
@dizzykincade78315 ай бұрын
I’m white, so I heard everything the second time listening. I’m also a BTnH fan, so you ‘now how many times I’ve heard E. 1999 Eternal.
@thegatheringgloom7261 Жыл бұрын
The Long Way Home by Supertramp has a great harmonica section :)
@donaldcarter7939 Жыл бұрын
If you like the harmonica listen to the Doobie Brothers long train running!!
@eljefevf41 Жыл бұрын
The song Electric Worry by Clutch has some good harmonica in it.
@brohansolo412214 күн бұрын
You picking up on the Peter Pan reference was it bro
@stanleynykaza9042 Жыл бұрын
Please check out MR. TAMBORINE MAN LIVE by Bob Dylan ...for more harmonica
@RockinRandall Жыл бұрын
Carolina Blues!!!!! You are Welcome
@toriboy25 Жыл бұрын
It's Wendy LOL Peter Pan and Wendy and Captain Hook. Check out Dave Matthews Band's What Would You Say (w/ John Popper) Popper does a 2.5 minute harmonica solo.
@richardsampson4208 Жыл бұрын
Do the music video it will help understand it. He’s got barrrzzz
@patj879 ай бұрын
You're in a tough spot. Anything you add to the wall behind you now will stand out. You can't keep it white unless you're waiting for that KZbin plaque. I hope you get it, good luck!
@jessicamahoney4610 Жыл бұрын
Alanis Morissette plays harmonica on Hand In My Pocket and in Head Over Feet. I know you've reacted to some of her stuff but there are great harmonica solos on those songs.
@Go245 ай бұрын
You have to check out Simple Song by the Shins. Crank it up
@donnieboughton1730 Жыл бұрын
MORE BLUE'S TRAVELER BRO!!!
@hatleyhoward7193 Жыл бұрын
If you want harmonica do Ryan Bingham, South Side of Heaven. The live at Telluride version is my favorite.
@robotto8858 Жыл бұрын
A studio version would be even more distinguishable for you, but you got it. For a song where every riff is an incredible HOOK, check out Kansas "Carry On My Wayward Son".
@CoboProdz11 күн бұрын
To react to this u need lyrics and the studio version. Really missing out to not have both
@sapieattersisingere3288 Жыл бұрын
Here I got a interesting one for you Marilyn Manson dope show.
@ed.z. Жыл бұрын
I suggest a smoky, hot, slow, groove by, The Eagles, “I Can’t Tell You Why”. The video of them in the studio. I think it’s an official version with great audio.
@kerrywyles12075 ай бұрын
The point kinda is he doesn't think it should all be about the hook and i don't think it should either. Th hook is often the shallowest part of the song...thats why its all you need these days hence the irony in the song. Its a fucking masterpiece.
@tiacalhoun3841 Жыл бұрын
He wrote a whole song saying nothing to prove that if the hook is good, the song will be a hit 🤣
@user-kj1mg3pn6i Жыл бұрын
You should try Black Sabbath the Wizard. It's a great song with harmonica in it
@Rystefn11 ай бұрын
Facts. An underrated classic, that one.
@Seanriver316 Жыл бұрын
Please check out "But Anyways".
@brianchristian878 ай бұрын
Bro, Check out Shine Down By GodSmack great on Hermonica!
@soultrampamplification8425 Жыл бұрын
Shon, if you enjoy the harmonic, you have to listen to "Whammer Jammer" by J. Geiles band. Pretty sure you've never heard anything like it. Also "Runaway" live by Bonnie Raitt. Crazy harmonica playing.
@toddyo1388 Жыл бұрын
If you dig the harmonica, check out "Piano Man" by Billy Joel. A bit older song, but a classic and some decent harmonica work.
@Rock_Snob Жыл бұрын
If you dig harmonica check out “But Anyway” from Blues Travelers first album. 🤯
@carrie-leehurzeler7413 Жыл бұрын
Run around by this very same group is also amazing. Please listen to Avi Kaplan’s solo career stuff!
@coachmullen1 Жыл бұрын
I think he is also criticizing the industry and audiences who don't pay attention to the quality or meaning of lyrics when artists are actually trying to say something. John Popper wrote some heartfelt songs and got very little credit. This song, which is only about how shallow many songs are, was one of Blues Traveler's first popular hits. It just proved his point that he could write a hook, sing with inflection while saying nothing, and it would be a bigger hit than all of the more thoughtful songs they'd written before. To longtime fans and intelligent new fans, this was almost an inside joke. But to a lot of new fans, they didn't ever figure out that this was a song pointing out the mindlessness of the industry and many music listeners.
@Mehwei Жыл бұрын
His best harmonica solo is No Woman No Cry with Ziggy Marley - kzbin.info/www/bejne/b6vOYXt8fJqgetk
@bearcatsteve9792 Жыл бұрын
People really dont hear the words of songs. If they did they would know a lot more of whats going on in the world. Hes saying as long as the Hook is good, dont matter what he says. most people dont hear lyrics anyway, or try to understand them.
@ed.z. Жыл бұрын
Yea. If people wanted to know stuff they’d improve their reading comprehension. But, in 2023 40% of high school students can’t pass a reading comprehension test.
@jesseharris1737 Жыл бұрын
If you really want to see a good live performance search for John popper and ziggy marley
@kenmcl80 Жыл бұрын
I think you would like the Red Hot Chili Peppers
@UncleCharlie111x2 Жыл бұрын
Yes this is great but you need to hear studio version alone with lyrics!
@darren2329 Жыл бұрын
You get 30k subscribers and I'll send you a shirt.
@Billy.gen-X Жыл бұрын
Keep up that philosophical thinking! I think you might be inspired by George Carlin.
@danielleipold7671 Жыл бұрын
The song is essentially a troll. Epic though
@dizzykincade78315 ай бұрын
I’m pretty sure they are regular kids, by today’s standards.