First Time Hearing Kenny Rogers (LIVE)

[@SuperSPatrick]

Lionel Richie wrote this for him, and Kenny credits him right at the beginning of this performance. You should definitely listen to Kenny's song Coward of the County. It inspired a movie and tv series etc. And also, try listening to The Gambler, if you want to hear more of Kenny. He was amazing, may he RIP.

[@BWater-yq3jx]

Actually he wrote it for the Commodores, but they didn't want it. 😏

[@annshellee8040]

@@BWater-yq3jx He only had the word lady and some chords before Kenny asked him for a song.

[@Kronicdice23]

Yeah Lionel

[@kristynsotelo1452]

Kenny tells a great story about his this song was written.

[@Mim795]

Agreed, 2 great songs

[@75colstonb]

Man, there will never be another Kenny... that voice. Silver fox for sure.

[@wdsrdr42069]

"SOUL has NO color" Love that~!

[@nathanbuchanan2935]

Yes... Kenny Rogers was awesome!!! One of the GREATS!

[@patriciadavis1393]

Kenny Rogers was the man in those days and this song made a lot of babies

[@esmeraldapooner751]

I am glad you guys like this singer because was well respected. And he treated everyone in his path with kindness. A true gentleman.

[@kathymobley6303]

If we all work at it very hard, maybe people will come to our funerals and speak of us the way they spoke of this man. Just maybe. Kenny, America's great gentleman.

[@AndrewRobbins-d2e]

He would pull out his six gun they don't shut up

[@debihuffman7650]

Kenny can sing so many stories. "Ruby (Don't Take Your Love to Town)" "Lucille" "The Gambler" "Coward of the County"

[@poguemom3]

My dad was the biggest Kenny fan, but who wasn’t back then? He’d play his songs on his guitar and my two sisters and I would sing along with him when we were little. Kenny’s always been a favorite of mine because he reminds me of my dad, who passed when I was 13.

[@sportmemer3178]

His best works.

[@lisafayepranger8561]

Ruby was my father's favorite song.

[@howierd42]

Don't forget I Just Dropped In To See What Condition My Condition Was In

[@patriciaotoole5930]

Luv them all

[@dalevandebeek2041]

I'm a 74 yr old Canadian lady who just loves listening to you young gentleman reacting to different genres of music. Keep up the great work. Respect to you.

[@SuperSPatrick]

That is cool.

[@grammacote]

and LOVE!

[@patriciadavis1393]

Blessings from Toronto Canada and yes I love them also but sometimes they need to be a little more quiet when the song is playing😂😂😂😂 happy 2024 I also am a senior I'm 68

[@kristinaleach7957]

Lionel Ritchie wrote this song for Kenny after the commodore s turned it down

[@Lala_B]

Old white lady here- I have misty eyes right now. Watching these five beautiful young men challenging themselves to opening their minds to music which crosses generations, genres and cultures just makes me so damn happy. You’ve gained a fan today💕🥰😘 Oh, also- try listening to Kenny singing “Ruby” when he was a member of the pop group The First Edition. It’s a song which gives the perspective of a wounded Vietnam War Veteran. I think you’ll love it!

[@barrydlewis7768]

Korean war

[@barbaraletourneau1130]

Oh, yeah....that was a tear jerker!!

[@Lala_B]

@@barrydlewis7768 The likely assumption is the songwriter’s reference to “Crazy Asian war” was meant to be Vietnam. This song was first released by Waylon Jennings in 1967, during the time US combat units joined in the Vietnam war, 1965-1973. The US was involved in the Korean War from 1950-1953.

[@andrewcoleman6349]

As a 66 year old black man, this is for the old white woman and the 74 year old white man, I was listening to, Jim Croce, the Eagles, Bobby Darin,Chicago, the Who,the British invasion bands,Elvis, I love me some Dean Martin, Bing Crosby, motown, classical music, jazz, and I am a 66 year old black man from the ghetto, my sister and I are only two years apart, but I praise her for taking me to the community center in the "Hood" and for turning me on to all music,oh yeah 😎 I love the Steve Miller band, and the females voices of the sixties especially Janis Joplin, Cher, their voices still give me chills.✌💙

[@jennifersimmons8263]

Good music is good music

[@feargeoff]

“Soul has no color “ is the best thing I’ve heard all week

[@womandela7225]

Soul has no color. I never heard that...love it!

[@tmakinthehouse]

My daughter got to sing with Kenny. About 10 years ago. I told her she sang with a legend.

[@boondoggled1]

❤

[@thedrahale1202]

KENNY ROGERS WAS SO FINE❤️

[@Heavenzvoice]

Gosh this is making me cry. I forgot how beautiful this song was.

[@RunW-TheBigDogs]

Kenny Rodgers this song still gives me the chills....

[@slaydesantis294]

When I heard this again..whew..got chills!

[@David.Aguilar]

Never imagined Kenny Rogers would get all your attention that you didn’t even pause it lol 😂 Much respect ✊ to a great artist of our time. I grew up with my mom playing his albums while we cleaned up the house. Great reaction guys 😎👍🏾

[@fleaflicker1451]

They were all mesmerised. 💖

[@Jane-West]

What a great memory...

[@titiwangsa]

IKR!!

[@shaunlemke2507]

I’m a big fans of these guys. I love all genres and types of music. It’s all my mood and I like seeing the love for music these guys have . Keep the videos coming your reactions make a possible bad day good again

[@robertday1671]

​@@fleaflicker1451 Do you know how to go by sending them a music video request?

[@reneemallicone4770]

Thats what a legend is. RIP Kenny!

[@mechanicswife]

Back in March of 2020 in Sandy springs ga, so heartbreaking

[@clmarsik]

🕯

[@kathytaylor3324]

I love it !!!!!! it took Kenny to actually get you all to sit there in silence actually enjoying the song,,, well done guys!!!!!

[@fredjensen2712]

Hello Kathy

[@PNWOlygurl66]

Beautiful!

[@debbiecarpenter5876]

OMG i love this reply. So true. One of the best statements I have ever heard. I love these young men. They are truly inspiring.

[@eloisasalazar3990]

He's Name Is Louis

[@brandonscottsanchez]

Loved watching your faces! Thank you for the respect of a country legend!

[@Mainecoonlady.]

Really enjoy your reactions to the older sounds of my generation. I believe the 60s to 90s were some of the best sounds ever. I hope you continue to explore the vast library of musical artistry that I grew up on and love so much. It’s amazing to watch handsome young intelligent men appreciate talent as much as you do. Thank you most kindly. ❤

[@DZ-og3ym]

We’ll spoken. I hope they hear this

[@jayestr0590]

I just Luv yall's Vibe! It's very Inspiring to see young black Inteligent Men enjoying all types of Music!

[@camtra18]

Kenny Rogers is a Star in Jamaica, we love him here, his songs are a part of our classics.

[@fredjensen2712]

Hello Lisa

[@carmenmejia9855]

Thank you for not stopping the song every few seconds to talk. I appreciate watching all of you appreciate Kenny Rogers' voice.

[@gunnyhatfield2459]

Remember, this is all skill, no auto tune. Just great vocals.

[@Mim795]

I’m not sure who is who out of you guys, other than Brandon, so I don’t mean to sound disrespectful. I loved the applause from the guy wearing grey. You all deserve a pat on the back for exploring all genres of music. This is definitely one of my favourite KZbin channels, but please introduce yourselves so we know who is who. You guys are being enjoyed worldwide, I’m in Australia and think you’re all great 🙌🏻

[@terilynnelincoln3247]

Right on♡

[@marydaniel1388]

I totally agree. I’ve been watching your reactions for over a year and I have no clue what your names are.

[@mikemarie5580]

Look like good guys...i like their take on Artists and the songs they sing...kudos guys

[@kellycorona8683]

Brandon is the one with the light eyes. Trey is the one next to Brandon and Ross is in the middle. Haven't caught the other two names yet.

[@dianejohnson2644]

@@kellycorona8683 Solomon is the one with the light eyes, Brandon in the red hat, Taj orange hat, Ross blue shirt, Brock grey hoodie.

[@marknoble5495]

I grew up with an 8-track player and my parents had several 8-tracks. The one I played the most was Kenny Rogers Greatest Hits. Such a unique artist.

[@orknbeans]

You guys have to do lady again with Kenny Rogers and Lionel Richie. Their friendship is amazing and you see it in the performance.

[@sweetgirl4u247]

Kenny Rogers - The Gambler was hands down the best song!

[@dukeh8sunc]

Written by Don Shlitz from Durham NC

[@wendyryder2708]

Totally agree! LOVE The Gambler!

[@shaywynn4966]

@@dukeh8sunc I didn’t know that! I live in NC… that’s cool

[@stargazer1238]

My mother dedicated a Kenny Rogers song "through the Years" to my father before she died at 36 years old. My father used to play Kenny Rogers a lot because it reminded him of her. He finally joined her and passed away 32 years later and two days after the anniversary of her passing away. So Kenny Rogers always reminds me of my parents.

[@pennymcclellen5544]

One of my favorites by him

[@gallen2101]

💖💖

[@PrivateNotes]

❤❤

[@GS-xt8fu]

One of Lionel best friends for many…many years. Lionel wrote that and said, I would like Kenny to sing this.

[@tazmom0]

Kenny asked LR to write a song for him and he said no at first. They became friends after he wrote this song.

[@EvasNan2020]

Oh Kenny, what a legend...

[@BWater-yq3jx]

Kenny Rogers, RIP, passed when Covid started, but had a great life. The voice of a master story-teller. Best buds with Lionel Richie who wrote this song and also recorded it himself nearly 20 years later. And as others have said, The Gambler is really his definitive song.

[@loki76]

You can tell it's a Lionel Ritche lyric. Kenny sings it so well.

[@keithlai5545]

Lady was written by music genius Lionel Richie and sung by Kenny Rogers, a country music singer with some serious R&B and soul.

[@x0539p]

Lionel Ritchie and Kenny had a great friendship and Lionel was crushed when Kenny died a few years ago. Kenny was a huge heart throb back in the day and I could listen to him sing all day long without getting tired of him. He was a very humble & kind man.

[@louieflash7190]

I danced to this song with my wife 33 years ago at our wedding. Still gives me chills when I hear it. Thank you Kenny Rogers and Lionel Richie for this masterpiece.❤

[@virginiahorvath5840]

love the sweet reaction of all of you dear gentlemen

[@coci2729]

You can still listen to this music in 20/23

[@maryelizabeth8793]

I love you guys; you make me smile. That song moved you; I saw some tears from the heart in your eyes ❤️

[@ubtrippn6202]

Love Kenny….reminds me of my younger days mom and dad jamming it always. Islands in a stream Kenny and Dolly Parton is a good one too

[@drublood1807]

The man, the myth, the legend. He sang so many iconic songs that touched the heart and soul. Rip Mr. Rogers.

[@charlierudacil3447]

As a 74 year old white man it makes my heart glow to see you appreciate good music

[@Sayin42]

For these 5 guys in particular, they’ll enjoy the lyrics to ‘the Gambler’ and/or ‘Coward of the County’ greatly written and sung songs

[@rosecordova3597]

One of the great storytellers through his music. Such a gentleman.

[@ameliacraik3392]

Watching them all fully listening to that song you could see they are really understanding the meaning ...love this

[@Annicaha]

You should watch when Kenny brings Lionel Richie on stage and tell the story about how the song was made and they sing it together. It's beautiful to watch their friendship on stage.

[@fredjensen2712]

Hello Annica

[@Annicaha]

@@fredjensen2712 Hello 👋

[@fredjensen2712]

@@Annicaha how are you doing today I hope you are having a wonderful day so far 😊♥️

[@janetmayer3562]

I'm one year shy of 70 years and this song still bring chills and moves me to tears when I hear it. My husband and I fell in love to this song and its genre. We've been married 37 years. I love watching your reaction to so many different styles of music.

[@christinacarrasco7080]

These guys were speechless. I’ve never seen them so quiet. ❤️

[@ThatsillyChickBeth]

FACTS !!!

[@djs1244]

kenny was a superstar singer actor and chicken man lol. this was written for him by lionel richie and they did sing it together too

[@cherylthepearl827]

❤😊. Miss you Kenny

[@chicagocubs71]

Fellas, first ☝️ of all Rip 🪦 Kenny Rogers. One ☝️ of the great 👍 singers 🎵 from the 70's & 80's. The song 🎶 lLady was first ☝️ written for The Commodores which Lionel Ritchie was part of that group n they did not want to do that song 🎶 , so Lionel pitched it to Kenny n it became a big hit especially for the women who luved ❤️ his voice. Glad that U guys enjoyed it.

[@bethmoon2660]

Liminal Richie wrote this specifically for Kenny Rodgers to sing! It’s a beautiful love song!!❤️

[@joycegibbs5267]

Kenny Rogers was another old school who was as good live as on record, (if not better). Pure professional.

[@andrewmitchell8807]

❤ to his blessed soul

[@netmeg]

Kenny Rogers fit pretty well in the country genre, but if you go back far enough, you'll find his rock roots. Check out Kenny Rogers & The First Edition for the song "Just Dropped In." It's a classic.

[@BigDrewZ]

You guys are awesome!! Love from Texas.

[@paulwalker9421]

Song written by Lionel Richie formerly of the Commodores and was sung by him. Kenny Rogers had a great voice and made this covered song a big hit!

[@christielysdale1815]

Lionel Richie wrote this specifically for Kenny, so it isn’t a cover

[@judistocker1811]

OMG! Loved the Commodores

[@aprilphillips5419]

Kenny Rogers is my all time favorite!!

[@armadillotoe]

It takes talent to walk out on stage by yourself and captivate an audience.

[@firecracker8071]

Great in concert !!!! One of the best shows I've seen, saw him in Reno

[@dodismith4046]

I saw Kenny Rogers in Atlantic City, on the Boardwalk, when his band was “Kenny Rogers and the First Edition”. Nobody seemed to know who they were, (I DID!) and I was blessed to be standing right in front and was thrilled! This was around 1968 or 69. Loved him since I first heard his voice!

[@jkhegarty857]

I remember Kenny Rogers from the 60's. He was in a group called "Kenny Rogers and the First Edition."

[@annemjohnson9956]

There's a video of an amazing live duet of Kenny and Lionel performing this together

[@Sebii73]

Thats real true country singing!!! Kenny Rogers was an iconic country legend!!

[@ivanalaff5346]

I cannot say how much I appreciate you reintroducing so many of us to old songs . I love your enthusiasm and joy ….. thank you🎉

[@lynnanderson433]

Kenny was helping Lionel during a rough patch. They wrote this song together in my sisters house. My nieces went to school with his youngest daughter Sophia! Lionel was so upset when Kenny died recently! Lionel is getting a special American icon award is the AMA’s this year. So excited for him!

[@jasongilbert2379]

PERFECTION!!!

[@BigFredBreezy]

Rest In Peace Kenny Rogers He Is Amazing Legend Singer Ever My Momma Huge Fan Of Him. 👏🏽👏🏽

[@floyshinault]

BEAUTIFUL SONG!!!!!

[@PNWOlygurl66]

Lionel and Kenny were great friends! I love Lady! Lionel Ritchie is one of the greatest songwriters of all time❤️…and Kenny one of the greatest voices! Rest In Peace Kenny Rogers✝️

[@nickbuchanan190]

Kenny Rogers was one of the best. As a singer, a person, an entertainer... I could go on forever. Rest in peace, dear and sweet Kenny. Thank you for gracing the world with your greatness. Love you forever ❤️

[@Vlc506]

Kenny was originally part of the First Edition rock band before going solo. They had some great songs in the 60’s and 70’s like Somethings Burning, Just Dropped In, and Ruby, Don’t Take Your Love To Town. They even had their own tv show I remember watching every week when I was a teen. They were funny and played great music.❤️

[@kathystammen8774]

You are in for a huge treat! What a romantic song!

[@ladycourttales2720]

Thank you. Brought tears. Memories and watching the future appreciate our history. ❤️

[@johnpetty9310]

I'm born and raised in Newark NJ, but my mother is from NC, so i grew up listening to COUNTRY from her and BLUES from my father playing it, my fav from KENNY is THE GAMBLER , there's a few others including this one.

[@ericaking4026]

I love Kenny RIP❤️

[@smcclure77]

LOVE THIS MAN❤

[@garylee59]

No matter your musical style, genre and alike. Play this at the end of your 3rd date and you'll be walking down the aisle in no time..........class, pure class.

[@georgiapeach6704]

I like groups. Dramatics, Barkays, Stylistics etc.

[@NYNCMIKE]

This was played as my bride, walked down the aisle to the alter, where we said our vows.

[@mikegoodson6091]

Same here.

[@maureensteffenhagen8037]

you guys are so incredible for your efforts in looking and finding all these old songs.... I respect the fact that you all can sit together and being so much younger than I .....(which is nothing wrong with that:)) but listening to songs and music that is not played very much anymore:)... my children are about your ages... and i unfortunately cannot get them to listen to older songs that I grew up hearing... you are all an example of willingness and accepting music that is different to what my children grew up with and what you grew up with. Maturity and patience I see in all you young men and most of all...FUN! I truly enjoy listening and watching you young men studying and exploring the past .... I was not so willing when I was your ages, to listen to my parents music.... BUT I WILL NEVER FORGET THE DAY I WAS IN HALF DAY KINDERGARDEN AND MY MOM AND I WERE IN THE KITCHEN MAKING DINNER FOR DAD BEFORE HE GOT HOME.. AND SHE WAS CRANKIN SAM AND DAVE- I THANK YOU! i REMEMBER HER DANCING IN THE KITCHEN AND SEEING HOW HAPPY SHE WAS JUST LISTENING TO HER MUSIC!

[@rafsav3131]

I like the respect shown. Keep it up fellas

[@carolinelambert7224]

A woman’s wish. To have unconditional love and support. I have that. I’m blessed. I’m,64. My man makes me forever young.

[@carolinelambert7224]

Me too girl. We’re blessed.

[@Kronicdice23]

Kenny Rogers is dope! Straight pimp music!

[@normacraig7894]

I'm so glad I got to see this guy in concert! # His voice is great..glad you guys liked it!

[@marknoble5495]

Now look up Kenny Rogers and the First Edition singing “Just Dropped In”. Amazing how much he changed when he crossed into Country Music.

[@Kevonutube303]

Super star 60's, 70's and 80's and beyond. Several requests and suggestions below, I saw. "The Gambler," "Ruby, don't take your love to town" and so on. Thanks for Sharing and for applauding for a man who gave it all, for our and your pleasure. 🎶

[@Oceans11.11]

What the!!!! I was just thinking of this song today. ❤️❤️❤️ Love that you guys can appreciate all types of music. I saw Kenny once in concert.

[@terrilew5350]

He was also in Kenny Rogers & the First Edition, check out "I Just dropped In."

[@mistabook]

Didn't expect to see you guys react to Kenny Rogers, and if I did I wouldn't have guessed it would be "Lady." Great singer, corny at times but good at what he did and could moisten every pair of panties in the house when he was really on. This was a weird time in music when country, r&b, and soft rock all merged into a blob of inoffensive romantic mush. A lot of it was cheesy but some beautiful songs came out of it.

[@TheAmericanGirl1967]

Great reaction!! You guys didn’t even pause once!!! RIP, Kenny

[@missd9785]

THE GAMBLER is definitely Kenny's most iconic song and ISLANDS IN THE STREAM with Dolly Parton was also a huge hit. ty for this reaction gentlemen

[@handypandy490]

I saw Kenny Rogers and his band 'First Edition' at the Fiesta nightclub in Sheffield UK ..... 52 years ago..... omg I'm so old ... lol.

[@jillsample1846]

Lionel Ritchie wrote that song for Kenny. Lionel recorded this song too and of course did a great performance as well.

[@evelynmabe7877]

My Husband had that gravel in his voice, he did all of Kenny's songs, Bob Seger, Elvis, The Gambler was one one of his most requested songs. He was a professional Musician all of his life, and one hell of a bass player! I miss hearing, and seeing him perform. This brought back memories, Thank You!

[@cog4life]

There is a performance where Lionel and Kenny sing it together. Phenomenal

[@lynnferrier378]

i just subscribed o y'all and for an OLD Lady like me to see young guys like y'all listen and loved singers like Kenny and blake makes this old lady very happy ty for making my night happy new year for 2023 ! Peace and Blessed Be !!!!

[@woudytreez2755]

Lionel is such a magnificent writer and human being. Kenny is a grand singer from the days of Kenny Rogers and the First Edition. G-d bless them both. Thanks for listening, guys.

[@carmenwise2256]

Best VOCALS of Kenny right here.