First Time Hearing Duran Duran - “Rio” Reaction | Asia and BJ

[@michaelfrazia4569]

total package...songs, musicianship, songwriting, and looks...I think the fact they are till relevant after 40 years...one of the all time greats

what a bass line!!!!

[@MaxLeGrand33]

One of the best.

[@overd002]

John Taylor's bass is incredible! Trivia: Duran Duran got their name from a character named Durand Durand in the 1968 sci-fi/fantasy movie "Barbarella"

[@robertgraves4527]

Biggest band in the world at the time, they could do no wrong.

[@artdogg50]

John Taylor bass line 🔥

[@seanwoods4883]

One of the coolest jazz bass riffs ever used in pop music.

[@PjRjHj]

Was either an Aria SB700 or SB1000 Bass, not a Fender Jazz Bass.

[@seanwoods4883]

@PjRjHj Jazz meaning style of play not the actual instrument. Rain man. lol

[@leosarmiento4823]

This is a song that needs to be experienced via viewing its iconic video. As for the meaning of this song, taken from a website: On the VH1 show True Spin, the band explained this reference: Rio is a metaphor for America, and the song expressed their desire to succeed there. Which they did, after Hungry Like the Wolf peaked at #3 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in March 1983. On a sidenote, my first concert was with Duran Duran, at The Forum (Inglewood, CA), in 1984.

[@tlt-ell1193]

Right on @leosarmiento4823!! I was there, too!! 😎 I ended up going both nights. My best friend & I bought tix for the 1st night, the day they went on sale (at the Wherehouse; remember them?) Meanwhile...unbeknownst to me, my mom secured tix for the 2nd night (as a birthday present), through a contact at The Forum. Needless to say, those seats were A LOT better, 😆. R.I.P. Mom, you were the coolest!! I miss you. 💖 (she passed 5 years ago, today)

[@metalmark1214]

Yeah, most definitely the best thing about the song, the video 👀

[@pj3770]

Was that 1984? I went to their concert their first time here in USA on their world tour at the forum too!

[@pj3770]

​@@tlt-ell1193I went too! It was such a great concert. I don't think I even sat down once they started performing. I danced throughout the entire concert.

[@Julieroo28]

Interesting about the lyrics. One time on Twitter I had a funny convo with Simon about “The Reflex” lyrics. Back then I didn’t know how to screenshot things. I would have kept it forever!

[@SIXX2772]

This song holds a special place in the mid 80s! The actual video is fire!

[@christinahilt2978]

Duran Duran is out on tour right now with their album Future Past. They’re still going strong after more than 40 years!

[@doplinger1]

Gotta watch the official music video, I think it enhances the enjoyment of this song.

[@skiptowne5724]

I was just going to say that. I figured if I scrolled down, someone had said it. Great video.

[@2199SPUDMAN]

Agreed. This is one of the few songs that is really made by the video. Duran Duran was just the definition of cool in the 80s.

[@user-or1ye3iz6d]

I got excited to watch this video. But since it's just the lyrics, I decided not to watch.

[@tiffanytimbric]

This song was life changing, liberating to me back in the 80's.

[@bukitkatilmp]

Biggest band of the 80s and still selling out stadiums all over the world today.

[@lakermd]

This songs meaning is about America and the success they wanted to reach here. Songs prior to todays music used metaphors in their music. I wish song writing was like that again. As Bob seger said…. Todays music ain’t got the same soul, I like my old time rock and roll. 😊

[@Zytiron]

Correct. A love letter to America.

[@billw715]

About what Seger said, practically every generation says this. This generation will say it in the future as well.

[@Zytiron]

@@billw715 the problem with this generation is if they end up saying it, it will be mumbled in some crap rap.

[@sassypatty2666]

The bass player, John Taylor, is awesome in this song. Totally underrated!

[@davidwalker683]

They have so many great songs

[@venuswarrior8456]

Duran Duran rocks the World from 1981 till today. Hard Core Durannie Here. ❤❤❤❤

[@tylerhackner9731]

One of my absolute favorite 80s songs

[@drjustice5086]

The singer of the group said, to the band, America was like Rio. (A beautiful woman) He said when you played in England "you paid the bills", when you made it in America "you had a successful life". This song was all about the band's attempt to become successful in America, to them, a dream because conquering America with their music meant conquering the world. They were indeed successful, and they made their music when all of the band members were in their early 20's. They were called the "fab 5", by their fans, and the second coming of the beattles by some rock critics.

[@Miss_Beehaven]

Simon le Bon (lead singer) was my teenage

[@_somebroad_1061]

The song is a metaphor for America and admiration of it from an outsider. The woman is America. The song is so clever and musically brilliant. Fun video, too

[@billw715]

Specific to the United States.

[@treybrown8033]

John Taylor popping and slapping that Bass is so FUCKING good!

[@Bekka_Noyb]

gotta ♥ early 80s duran duran!

[@BananapeelJack]

That John Taylor Bass, so good and never gets old...

[@tinahairston6383]

This is my jam right here!! The sax solo and John's bass with Roger's drums....just too good! John does not get the credit he deserves for damn sure.

[@pj3770]

👍

[@billw715]

His peers comprehend how great of a bassist he is & he got Bass Player Magazine's Lifetime Achievement Award in 2021 so not sure what you meant that he does not get the credit he deserves. He gets it from those that matter & that's all that counts.

[@lyndachambers3684]

This is seriously one of Duran Duran's signature pieces. As you have already read, you can not interpret Simon's lyrics literally. The bass notes that John laid down on this solidified him as one of the greatest bassists this planet has had the pleasure of hosting. You must watch the video, it epitomizes the 80's!Obviously, I am a fan and continue to be! They continue to tour and put out original music 40+ years later. They are Rock Hall inductees, which I was lucky enough to be in attendance to witness and are well deserving of this honor. Just wait to see what else they create! I can't believe, though, that you are just now discovering this gem! My kids grew up on DD along with the Beastie Boys, Run DMC, LL, Depeche Mode, The Cure, and others. Glad you finally found it though ❤.

[@billw715]

In regards to John Taylor being acknowledged as a great bassist. This was done an album before on their debut album. You could hear it on Girls On Film, Late Bar, Anyone Out There, To The Shore, Friends Of Mine, Khanada, Planet Earth & etc.

[@lyndachambers3684]

@@billw715 Totally agree with you!

[@scottvanhille5688]

Now this is what I call music. One of my favorite bands from the 80's. Please watch the music video. "Her name is Rio and she dances on the sand." The part where Simon sung "Cherry ice cream smile, I suppose it's very nice" had no meaning to me when I first heard it, and years later I was like oh! that's what he was talking about haha shoot. Clever euphemism. I do suggest "Electric Barbarella" "Too Much Information" and "Falling Down." Btw, I'm sad that the cherry line wasn't in this :(

[@dustinjones8887]

I was 10 yrs old when this song came out. I wasn't fully into music but I was hearing it and liking it. I remember this and several other songs playing at the arcades when arcades were new and popular. I love hearing Asia and BJ chat after a song,,it's a hoot! lol

[@jeffreekoch9298]

Duran duran was new wave band with good bass guitar and jazz elements.

[@billw715]

Jazz elements? Perhaps in the song Rio but overall not really.

[@jeffreekoch9298]

​@billw715 Yes. Also in other songs too. Thanks for the comment

[@salbro5985]

Lol Guys, that's Boston. 😄

[@jameslam1759]

Great bass line.

[@marqmars3599]

That is funny 🤣 with Boston. Duran Duran was my fav band growing up. "View to a Kill" is one of their best.

[@Triggerhippie70]

Duran Duran was my boy band. I was a tween when Duran Duran came out and of course I was obsessed with them. John Taylor was my man I was swear I was gonna marry him! Lol. Of course I wasn’t the only one that felt that way.!

[@760RUNNER]

You got Boston as your band in the background

[@xoxxobob61]

LOL Right? I was like when did Duran Duran ever have mustaches & beards??? 🤣😋

[@scottking3287]

Yep

[@Platypus-Dreams]

That was hilarious. I'm like did Duran Duran rip off Boston 🤔

[@jameshunter7303]

Duran Duran really have let thenselves go 😂

[@billw715]

@@xoxxobob61 Simon in 1984.

[@JoeBlow_4]

This band was huge. They're still touring but they were all of it in the 80s. ;)

[@brentcrude8565]

John Taylor's bassline is a ghost notes masterclass. Absolutely fantastic.

[@stephenjernigan1057]

That bass guitarist is a busy man.

[@BananaHams]

Others have said it, but watching the video is awesome. I remember when it came out! I can see it whenever I hear the song. 80s 💖

[@RobPalmer80]

My Mom and Dad used to drink with the parents of Duran Duran's drummer, Roger Taylor. And John Taylor, their bassist, used to go to a school called Abbey High School in Redditch, where I grew up. Redditch is also the birthplace of Harry Styles and John Bonham (the drummer from Led Zeppelin).

[@italoblu]

I see you!

[@RobPalmer80]

@@italoblu What?

[@italoblu]

@@RobPalmer80 oh, I just meant that it’s very cool that your parents used to drink with the parents of Roger.

[@lauratopliffe8179]

Man just watching it with you both made me re-appreciate this song ❤

[@ENDTIMEsVideoLibrary]

This song Requires you watch it with the Video for full appreciation... The 80s was the beginning of the Video Age..

[@joskokrstulovic1258]

Yes,exactly,the most iconic video's.

[@billw715]

No, it does not. The song is great for the ears and the video is great for the eyes. You can still watch the video as well but there is "no" requirement. The 80s was the beginning of the music video age.

[@johndrx165]

The bass is kickin'!

[@tparmenter]

One of the best bass lines period. And they are still out there killing it live.

[@GinaGeeILuvu]

Duran Duran is my favorite band of the eighties and I’m so insulted that that is not their beautiful faces behind you!😂. It’s not bad enough that I didn’t get to see the iconic video to this iconic song from their iconic album, Rio, from 1982! My boys are so beautiful and talented, love them! Duranie for life! ❤❤

[@pj3770]

Me too!

[@timothyb3121]

@GinaGeeILuvu. Yes. They were one of the greats from the 80s. "New Moon on Monday". And "Union of the Snake" are Two of my favorites. And by the way you are Beautiful my Sista.💯👑💕.

[@GinaGeeILuvu]

@@timothyb3121 thank you!

[@lodger9]

That baseline is insane!

[@khismet]

Haven't listened to Duran Duran in a minute. This was a fun trip down memory lane. I'm off to listen to some more classic...yeeeesss!

[@dwaynek.1293]

Love Duran Duran . Had some awesome music and great videos. 😊 I want my MTV. 😁

[@SEANBANOG4]

That Bass!!!!

[@charliepepper333]

This thumbnail picture was after Duran Duran was inspired by the band Kiss to take their makeup off :)

[@Alisha1686]

Who is that a picture of?😂😂. It's not Duran Duran 😂😂 Okay, I see you two have fixed the snafu 😊. You guys are awesome

[@alancoy5305]

A great song! Another grea song from Duran Duran is "Whatever Happens Tomorrow." A very beautiful song by them with a light rock sound from 2004. Great reaction!

[@JDogg1971]

Man, that song brings back memories. 🖤 Great reaction!🤓🤠❤️

[@MARKB3946]

A great 80's vibe. Nice 🔥

[@AsiaandBJ]

Thanks for listening

[@bryanrains1]

The video was everything.

[@billw715]

The music was and is everything. Musicians aren't movie makers. They are makers of music.

[@tammycrase3628]

John Taylor....❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@SwedeSpeeder]

Saw these guys live last Thursday. They've still got it. ❤

[@alexioverdo5225]

It's 'unforgivable' to miss the official video.An iconic clip of a whole era.Come oooon!....

[@mpd370]

That F’N BASS though….

[@italoblu]

It’s a crime not to react to the video. It’s the best video ever made. And ya that’s Boston lol.

[@surlechapeau]

Asia & BJ, you'll love their "The Reflex" and "Union Of The Snake" !!!

[@jedipool]

The Reflex and Hungry Like The Wolf are my favorite Duran Duran songs.

[@pj3770]

Yes! And Notorious!

[@sp33dr4c3r]

Bass riff is nuts

[@1939lb]

I saw them in Nashville 2 weeks ago.. killed it

[@lauratopliffe8179]

Just saw them in Tampa. They're still amazing after all these years

[@someoldatheist6712]

Way back in the 80s I dated a little girl in the summer between my 10th and 11th grade year in high school. She was obsessed with Duran Duran. BTW Duran Duran is named after the character by the same name in the sy fy cult classic movie Barbarella.

[@elainemarsh5170]

I think this is their best song.

[@zippitydoodah5693]

yep. That bass is freaking SICK. Seriously tight, seriously vicious, seriously b@d@$$.

[@brandy6281]

Legends

[@NoneYaBidness762]

That bass line though….

[@kerrylake4751]

They still close their concerts with Rio - and it is epic! 🔥

[@janetf23]

⛵🎶 😅😂🤣 4:02 "I got a real beautiful vision in my ear right now' Oh, BJ, you just kill me sometimes!😆

[@ekimm.6941]

Love you guys you guys don't leave anything un touched that's amazing

[@J.L.Nelson]

I'm a huge Durranie! You can't take their lyrics literally. Simon (the lead singer) is a master at descriptive lyrics that sound like one thing but could mean something else entirely. Thanks for reviewing them!

[@coreywickramasekera9968]

I was in grade school, all the girls, and teenage girls LOVED THEM DURING THIS period, not me, I became a fan in the 90's. But I know a couple, maybe 3 videos from this album were shot in SRI LANKA, that's where my dad was born

[@joskokrstulovic1258]

Wooow this is my favorite song of Duran Duran,video is a Great,to bad for not see it.80's is the best .🎶❤️🎉

[@Noelle0026]

One of the baddest bass lines ever

[@ronfarney6477]

Duran Duran best band on planet earth 🌎🌍🌎 they are bloody brilliant epic awesome amazing band 👌👌👏👏

[@mariopioggiajr.8546]

Asia looks so beautiful, Wow

[@xanajak]

The bass/sax solo combo is off the fucking charts.

[@dannycasson1551]

This is an example of anthropomorphism in my opinion. The term is applied by giving an object [The Rio Grande] human characteristics [a women] in this instance. I absolutely love this band. they were huge in the '80s and '90s. They actually put out another great record this year and are still touring!

[@billw715]

I suppose. The title Rio was taken from the perennial Rio Carnival festival in Brazil. For Duran Duran, Rio represents a celebration, (as it is) and Rio is a metaphor for the United States. They are poetically celebrating & singing about the United States. The opening lyrics to Rio is actually about a waitress that Simon Le Bon found attractive & was admiring at a restaurant.

[@dannycasson1551]

@@billw715 thanks! I admit I've never looked in depth to the meaning of the song.

[@Coco-51223]

Guys!! These are my boys. Their playing in Las Vegas, nv. Next month august. Wanted to see them but tickets were sold out!! I’m a tween gal. So 😊I love all 80’s music. I was an MTV AND VH1 FAN!! Watched 24hrs of it when I was in my teens. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ With this song. Need to watch the video of RIO

[@TheChristafershawn]

But those bass riffs though.

[@razberrysky12]

Ok Asia and BJ. Consider this like a 2 part reaction. Step 1 was the audio. You just heard a masterpiece of musicianship. Now step 2, - pull up the official video and do another reaction. The video is a must. Please guys - We'll all be waiting......!

[@billw715]

Agree.

[@ddawson1960]

you have a picture of Boston on your background introducing duran duran lol

[@AsiaandBJ]

It was accident all fixed :) lol

[@wolfy6258]

“The Cover OfThe Rolling Stone” Dr Hook

[@Platypus-Dreams]

I want your reaction to save a prayer by Duran Duran

[@johnbrookes3261]

Duran Duran are awesome , They were the middle to late 80s super group . Try reacting to Relex . Thanks you guys

[@Cchan53]

Loved Duran Duran even though they were put down often as a "POP" band with girls screaming at their concerts( the time i saw them at Madison Square they werent selling any beer because of the young kids) . I think their hits were really good, and i was older when they came out, a big Led Zep fan myself.

[@Agg1E91]

For some demented reason, that odd sound effect buildup at the beginning, before the drums, make me think of the intro to "The Heart of Rock and Roll" by Huey Lewis.

[@chrislaustin]

Late to party on this one, but as it's been said 50 times below, this song needs to be seen as well as heard. The video for this song is possibly the best video from the MTV era, and while there are many to make that claim, I doubt many could argue against RIO! If I could only pick one video to represent the 80's and what it represented in regards to music and videos, this would probably be my number 1. Duran Duran was also one of the first groups to take the medium of music videos seriously, and you can see that throughout their 80's videos. To this day, 40 years after the fact, I can't hear this song and not think of every scene from the video, as they are one in the same.

[@leahey69]

I don't know who that is in your thumbnail but ain't know Duran Duran.

[@lisemzarate4029]

This bass line tho 🥰 John Taylor is still yummy

[@jet07son]

i got pulled over and got a speeding ticket listening to and singing this song , : )

[@matthewenies3668]

Awww. It is even better with the video. Duran Duran is stronger with image

[@khouwer01]

You gotta watch the videos, they were pioneers

[@marcelofarah8657]

the picture on the thumbnail is not Duran Duran.

[@mattbarnes8783]

The music video makes this song better...

[@billw715]

The video does not make the song better but provides another experience with the song.

[@sangfroidian5451]

BJ's mind is seriously.......unique??!!! 😝

[@brianvernon249]

Ha! The thumbnail background is Boston!

[@Chris_Marrero]

If BJ ever see Shakira videos, he might be in trouble. LOL!!

[@JayH-tz4ip]

That's not a picture of Duran Duran.

[@PatiAnn]

Asia lol ... Your look 😅... Oh snaap 😂😂

[@mapleleaf8444]

Ordinary world and a view to a kill are 2 other all time classics