First Time Hearing Guns N' Roses - Paradise City (Reaction!)

[@selfrealeyes]

Fun story. As an '80s teen I would jam out to this song & of course the whole album actually. So one day my dad & my 5 y/o baby bro come out the house & I hear my brother ask, "so where we goin dad?" My dad says "IDK, where do you wanna go?" Baby bro comes back with, "How about Paradise City!" Dad says"what?!" Bro says (in all seriousness), "You know: where the grass is green & the girls are pretty." Had my dad &I in stitches!😂

[@natalierozean5989]

😂😂😂😂As a kiddo who grew up in the 80s as well, I love your story. My mom ordered records back in the day… And this was long before Guns N’ Roses. At least long before I knew about them. In fact, I think I was in fourth grade. Anyway, she got me Prince, Purple Rain. Because oddly enough, I became obsessed with Prince for whatever reason. My entire life I’ve had an eidetic memory when it comes to music. I remember every single lyric to every song I have ever heard. Even if I hate the song. It sucks. It serves no practical purpose in real life. Anyway… I listen to the album, front and back. Darling Nikki was on there. Had no clue what the hell it meant… But had it memorized verbatim the whole in a hotel lobby ma$TuRbAt1ng w a Magazine…grinding etc. i’m happily singing my new found favorite song ever when my dad comes home and hears me. He lost his shit. I lost my album. End of story. I’m sorry it was so long.

[@StoptheInsanityofRegressivism]

That is brilliant!!! 🤣😂 Love that story! GNR had us all wanting to go to Paradise City! The 80's gave us so many great rock songs!!! This is very nostalgic and it transports me back to my teens!

[@urbanobstacles]

That's cool. I agree something about this band seems to speak to young men specifically. First time I heard slash I knew I needed to get a guitar......I have so many now 😂

[@GeoffNelson]

Nice

[@R1ch4rd74]

hilarious. loved it.

[@cathyyonce8492]

Huge Guns n' Roses fan at 63 now and still listening to them.❤

[@johnvetere]

57 and still rocking to GNR

[@Befree898]

Welcome to the jungle and sweet child of mine, are two big songs from them that you should listen.

[@francesostrowski2374]

My two favs.

[@MikeHart72]

Rocket Queen

[@sandrafazackerley9526]

These 2 are a must.

[@jeanniemetiva6745]

Welcome to the jungle is a must!!

[@WhatsUpDoc1379]

Their debut album is probably the best rock album ever. Every song is 10/10. They had success alter with November Rain and stuff like that, but the Apeitite for Destruction album was revolutionary Nightrain and Rocket Queen are personal favorites

[@DebbieDempster-n1q]

Gospel right there. To this DAY, Appetite is still my fave album ever. I swear that album changed my life!

[@susanconstable2113]

I’ve e always said this too! Another one that is just a banger for a first album is godsmack first album.

[@GeoffNelson]

Agreed on every point

[@spruce381]

Agree - it’s incredible, has that hunger. Served Duff and Ian? Beers in Dublin 1990. Later that night, stood at a urinal in a club, beside Slash, as he pissed all over his snakeskin boots. Didn’t see Axl. AC/DC - Bon Scott and b in b have more better songs - but no album as good as appetite.

[@leilanimccloskey3463]

Same, if I had to choose, Nightrain and Rocket Queen too, my all time faves! Such a great album front to back

[@Sdoironpowers]

The synth youre referring to is Slash on guitar

[@colinmiles27]

Was just looking for this very comment.

[@WillCashem]

@@colinmiles27 Same here. I was thinking, I don't think there's a synth in the song, but what do I know?

[@KingCobra3849]

You need to do Welcome to the Jungle by Guns N Roses

[@monicar503]

Yesssss!!!

[@bafumat]

The rest of the band: making a cohesive song Slash: doing whatever Slash wants and it still makes sense.

[@mikeb36240]

Guns and Roses - "Used To Love Her" 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@kevinwalsh9788]

I love the next line 😄

[@Jessedog11]

we have all been in that song a few times

[@mztweety1374]

Hilarious 😂😂😂

[@mattblatchley2061]

"...and I can still hear her complain!"😝😝

[@elizabethluker8356]

Best time ever to have been raised!!!!

[@RogerThatImages]

@Shon - This Album (Appetite For Destruction) was what I call a "Press Play, and Walk Away" album. No skipping songs was needed. Every song was bad ass.

[@andy60234]

My Michelle, Mr Brownstone, Out to get me, get in the ring, Live and let die(cover), Knocking on heavens door (cover), etc, etc

[@janicekelly6667]

Slash is bomb🎉

[@Mainecoonlady.]

Classic band that is just timeless. Three amazing guitars, Duff, Slash and Izzy plus Steven on kicking drums. Axl’s vocals, rock perfection. Only a few bands can claim that make up like Aerosmith, Def Leppard, Eagles, Lynard Skynard and even Bon Jovi with the inclusion of keyboards. There are others as well. Plus they can all sing, which adds depth to vocals. These bands are successful because of undeniable talent. 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@mr.smithgnrsmith7808]

Bon Jovi doesn’t belong on the same sentence

[@Mainecoonlady.]

basically I was referring to the instrument setup and well rounded sound. I was not comparing them. I’ve seen all of those I mentioned live except Lynard Skynard, and I have to admit they are all, including Bon Jovi, amazing LIVE. Which have you seen live?

[@maryannturton9830]

Well said!🤘

[@johnvetere]

Real talent making real music

[@tjrivers]

Rockin’ that crowd!

[@PriestessOfNothing]

Yes! My favorite GNR song. I don't know how a person could not get pumped during that musical melee at the end. Amazing.

[@Twins1964]

Shon, you have an awesome smile,don't hide it. I got to the end of your Reaction and I have to say,I've never laughed & smiled so much! New favorite Re-Actor😂❤

[@jeffreyanderson2777]

Love your reaction and how you quickly picked up on the subtle sounds in this sound. Now please check on their song Civil War, excellent song and so true for describing the time we live in today.

[@maryannturton9830]

Their energy is off the chain!🎛🥁🎹🎸🎙🎶🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@coachjdc]

1980s era of hard rock/metal was the best

[@michellejackson6679]

I'm a child of the 80's.. this is my thing.. thank you.

[@cindyv1401]

Holy 💩 Look at the massive crowd 😍

[@HandofBlake]

You Could Be Mine - by Guns and Roses is another really great one.

[@scottyray8004]

This song will make you get a speeding ticket! Great stuff. I was in Germany in the Army when this came out!! We all loved it!!

[@susanlindner8626]

This entire album is amazing and still rocks!! Slash, the guitarist still rocks out with his current band. Slash and The Conspirators Check out another band- Shinedown. To me, they don't have any bad songs.

[@VEGAFLICKS]

Are you saying 'synth', as in synthesizer? There are no synths in this song. Just guitar and bass guitars and drums. Funny you mention Axl reminding you of AC/DC. Axl briefly sang for AC/DC within the last couple of years.

[@newgrl]

Considering how absolutely whacked out on various drugs Slash is when they recorded this, that guitar comment is a HUGE compliment. But, ya, Slash definitely "has" it. Over 15 years sober now.

[@michaellynch9550]

I love this video. When the couple make out early in the video, and when the bouncer jumps up on stage to calm some of the crowd, and then they show him standing there like come on try me. I freaking love it.

[@Rayray-kj9cc]

Being 16 in '87 was amazing!!🤘🤘

[@jenniferrodriguez5337]

You know they eon a Grammy for Mr Brownstone? Definitely you should check that one out

[@donjackson5522]

GNR has been nominated four times and never won. I think you are confusing it with the R&B group Brownstone.

[@user-jy3ni2gf1o]

This is a band that players are multi talented

[@AutumnBlossom-c9i]

56 years old, and I still jam to this song.

[@Lohanginfroot]

I listen to the Appetite for Destruction album most mornings and I'm energised for the day.

[@templeofthehut]

Guns N Roses - Welcome to the Jungle.

[@David-s6e4q]

One of the best rock bands of all time. Probably top 3 !

[@exstock]

…And now, Shon understands headbanging a little better. 🔥

[@mrichards2211]

Favorite band ever. Happy to see your reaction to GNR. ❤️

[@tamaraz.5827]

I worked at Geffen Records at the time this band was just signed. All these guys lived in a couple of vans. They had nothing but talent and drive. Axl Rose was camped out in the reception area with his bicycle and a girlfriend until they recorded their first album and went straight to the top. Axl has a 5 octave vocal range. I LOVE this band. Great reaction

[@Wrayvenn]

They still haven’t forgotten where they came from. They kept themselves grounded. That’s just one of the reasons they are one of the greatest bands of all time. Best part about them as well is that they actually lived the songs they performed. Maybe not every song but close enough 😂 I absolutely love GnR! Mad respect! ❤️Axl is my guy! ❤️ All the members are so talented! Total beast mode! 💯

[@jodytierney9474]

Axl is from the Midwest as well: Lafayette, Indiana.

[@pjplummer738]

Music is a bbridge that connects everybody

[@grendeltech]

It's funny that you mention AC/DC. Axl once filled in for Bryan Johnson for one of their tours.

[@DubyaDaLastRepugPrez]

Loved your reaction and how much you appreciate GNR! I think they are musical geniuses.

[@sherrelwilson7354]

My musical soul will always remain in the 1970's but I love GNR. Robert Plant will always be my favorite frontman & Axl Rose is a very close second. His charisma & confidence is somethin else❤❤

[@wongkerenpancenkeren3301]

This is the second time I saw your reaction. Good job broow😎👍🏼

[@RockinMamaT]

Welcome to the jungle should be next. November rain is amazing as well❤

[@Illuminatelight]

Shon, you are so great to watch and listen to. You are very perceptive and don’t miss anything. You are my favourite to watch, top tier you are!! ❤

[@WillCashem]

I love how the end of the song speeds up and just explodes with guitars, just brilliant! Watching the crowd go wild during that part was fantastic. Great reaction, Shon.

[@bedlamite42]

3:00 Axl Rose sang for ACDC a few years ago

[@melissacompton565]

So many songs to react to. GnR Civil War is incredible. Definitely make sure to have the lyrics

[@MikeHart72]

Rocket Queen

[@SuperHenryVa757]

I turned 21 in 1987. This song was a staple in the “SKRIP CLUB” 💃 💄 👠

[@rosiekitties]

i love guns n roses fantastic band

[@arnoldcox9128]

They were in the zone

[@JJ.Ritchie]

This was my first album! I BEGGED for it when I was 10, 1992. My Nana got it for me for Christmas with a Walkman😄They regretted it because I LIVED in those headphones for a solid 6 months!! I loved this reaction! Brought me back to where it all started😁❤

[@arieloh1767]

This video is iconic !!! Keep it up Shon

[@elysbrozzi4143]

We are all waiting to see your reaction when the last 3rd kicks in... lol

[@robmartin2860]

I luv your reactions lol keep doing what you do !!

[@chopperdeath]

I was the singer in a cover band back in the 2000's. We did this song and two things happened, it drove the crowd wild and beat the shit out of the band.

[@dansomman1896]

GUNS N F****** ROSES!!! Rock Gods!!! Oh and Paradise City is where the grass is green and the girls are pretty

[@jilldiable8119]

Seen them live .amazing energy.x

[@Matt-gj3uf]

Just check out the entire Appetite For Destruction album for start to finish. You wont find a bad tune on it. 🤘

[@rogueone4959]

Thanks for doing this, man. GNR is awesome 👊👊👊

[@RockFan89]

Axl had that awesome hair back then too

[@yolandabrooksqueenofsevens]

I love this song and the video is so much fun happy birthday Axl Rose you are awesome 😎

[@martinhonan9588]

Great reaction. I was fortunate enough to grow up in the eighties and see those guys. Hell of a video kick ass song!

[@johneldridge8678]

They rocked the you know what out of it. Excellent reaction.

[@SunShine-qk4rb]

Very good song.very nostalgic

[@debneuweiler9867]

This was monsters of rock in Seacausa NJ in 1988 Gaines Stadium

[@susanstanley1746]

I saw them in late 80s great choice this is music from my generation ❤ I'm glad you like it

[@paulhadfield7909]

i remember when this song came out in uk, i heard it playing on a radio in a car, andi was like wow, went right out and bought the record,

[@leannm1696]

Their song Rocket Queen is so good!

[@robertdoss7272]

The whole album is classic..top 5 album of all time easily

[@boblozaintherealworld3577]

knew you'd like this one. midwest band came to LA and conquered the scene. for a while at least.

[@TheFunk79]

Welcome to The Jungle is the next song you've got to check out by them, rockin' track.

[@Show_time3]

Every young guy in the 80s was looking for paradise city where the grass is green and the girls are pretty !!

[@gerardoreyes602]

The beat as the drums bang, then the bass guitar goes on its own then slash goes off, it's like a symphony. ❤❤❤

[@MetalphysicalMel]

Axl Rose actually substituted for ACDC singer Brian Johnson for a portion of their tour a few years ago after Brian broke an eardrum.

[@lisalott4236]

Takes me back. Shon, I had a blast with you rocking out. Great reaction.

[@michelleg5529]

Saw them only 1 time in concert.... awesome!! Soooooo long ago 😂😝

[@chrislaustin]

Axl's voice was one of a kind at a time, and you loved it or you hated it, for me it was amazing and why I gravitated to the band like I did. And yeah, Brain Johnson of AC/DC has a similar bite to his voice as well, and probably why they had Axl fill in many years back when Brian had to take a break for medical reasons. Not only is this my favorite GnR tune, it's my favorite song period, and never fails to take me home.

[@leesutton3167]

I used to air guitar to this song when it first came out when I was a kid!!! lol. This was the song that made me wanted to be a rock star!!! 😂😂😂

[@IvannaScream72]

I was 15 when this album(🔥)came out. Seriously, 80’s early 90’s music was the best. 🤘🏻 🤘🏻 rock on !!!

[@R1ch4rd74]

check out Poison Nothing but a good time. Poison something to believe in. Ozzy Osbourne, Mama i'm comin home

[@tammydean3003]

Glad you reacted to this video. It's the best and my favorite of all of their songs. 🔥

[@michellerutherford9551]

Shon, im here for it 🎉🎉

[@sunstudiosyoutube]

This brought me joy 🤘👊

[@cybilpruett5116]

Axl Rose is phenomenal!! So is Slash! Civil War Live should be truly listened to!! Greatest Music Ever!!

[@Shortsac72]

All I can say is... In the "Pit" for Faith No More followed by G&R followed by Tallica ... YEAH; I can only do that once in my lifetime; I wouldn't survive a second go 😂

[@fhermeneses7999]

Great reaction thanks 🎉🎉🎉

[@jabreck1934]

Turned 21 in 1980. LA city lifeguard Lived 45 minutes from the sunset strip. Thank God everyone wasn’t carrying a camera back then!!!!!

[@jennaarcher6606]

I have been binge watching your videos, and just love your reactions! I would love to see you check out some Skid Row, Sebastian Bach's vocals are pretty insane. Quicksand Jesus, Wasted Time, and In a Darkened Room are a great place to start. So fun to see someone discover great music I have loved for so long! Cheers!

[@tonydelapa1911]

I had just begun selling compact discs when this came out. It was a huge selller for a long time. Loved your take on it, Shon.

[@robinbeerman4726]

Epic band.

[@dmwalker24]

I could (and do) listen to G&R largely just for what Slash is doing on guitar. This is a great example of how with enough skill you can play almost any note, and make it sound 'right'.

[@jerryactrik1901]

shout out to Giants Stadium

[@kevinogracia1615]

Their first album is classic.

[@gnfnrs1186]

Funny you mentions ac/DC. Axl sang some shows with then a few years ago when their singer was out lol

[@AutumnBlossom-c9i]

The Long haired rock bands of the 80s....Man, you want so many different ways a guitar can produce fire. Slamming, slamming, jamming ...😊

[@crusaderlatin732]

Great reaction!!

[@tracycartwright3340]

i worked a couple of their shows in Phoenix when they were first starting out. They sounded great but they were kinda crazy lol.