FIRST TIME HEARING Louis Armstrong - What A Wonderful World REACTION

[@dagmar.6954]

What a great legend. Louis Armstrong was an American trumpeter & vocalist going back to the 20's-60's. His career spanned five decades & he is considered one of the most influential figures in jazz. He was known for his gravelly raspy deep voice & he was good at scat singing. Love his version of "Hello Dolly" from the movie with the same name starring Barbra Streisand in 1969.

[@wacka40]

He's also considered to be the father of all American pop singers

[@stevedailey2029]

Not one of the most influential , the most influential!!!’

[@DavidLS1]

Best known for his trumpet playing. Louis Armstrong is arguably the best trumpet player of all time for his influence over jazz music.

[@bjspeck4337]

And band leader. He also did some jazz with Bing Crosby's films.

[@debortahwelch9298]

I am 68 and remember watching him on TV. Love his smile. You can't have a bad day with that smile. And him playing his Trumpet! I am enjoying this and wish I could give him a hug. RIP, Louie, Mr. Armstrong.

[@TRGreen-dk1mb]

Mr. Armstrong is truly a treasure. Iconic song and singer.

[@finnmcool2]

The best description I've ever heard for Lous's voice was 'honey laced bourbon". His cornet playing will change your soul, too.

[@tonycocchiola7192]

He plays the trumpet

[@ProdigyBowlersTour]

Honey-laced bourbon is what my parents gave me for cough syrup when I was a little boy. LOL!

[@Glittersword]

​​@@tonycocchiola7192 He plays both.

[@vincentguccione1474]

New Orleans named its airport for this jazz legend.

[@ronaldyankovich8363]

Louis Armstrong is one of the giants of jazz. He was an incredible trumpet virtuoso who literally make his horn "speak." He revolutionized the art of jazz in the 1930s. (If you are interested in the history of jazz, I highly recommend watching Ken Burns' documentary series, "Jazz." )

[@helgar791]

Who is Louis Armstrong? Only the most important pop singer of the 20th century...and this century for that matter. Louis invented modern singing by interpreting the lyrics and making you feel what he's feeling while delivering the meaning behind the words. No one did that before him. He popularized and advanced the mode of scat singing, later perfected by the likes of Ella Fitzgerald. Louis also showed the world how performers should perform, dress onstage, and how to behave on and off the stage Aside from that Louis was the first superstar musician, the first innovative and first important jazz instrumentalist, and he is on the Mt. Rushmore of the great trumpet players of all time. In a nutshell, Louis is one of and perhaps the most important figure in the history of jazz and popular music. That's all.

[@sandimckenna657]

My husband requested this song to play at his funeral. He wanted his children and grandchildren to remember his life 😊 there wasn't a dry eye ,but smiles just the same

[@debbiepochy6751]

I love your take on the song, because that is absolutely how I feel, no matter how many times I have heard it over the years. I am a retired RN and spent a good portion of my career taking care of cancer patients. It truly taught me how lucky we are to be alive. I really do appreciate every day and all the small things in life. As you said, just walk outside and take in all the nature around you, it is healing for the soul. ❤

[@amandameale6000]

The greatest jazz trumpeter of all time.❤

[@jimwalter480]

Louis Armstrong is a great singer but he is even better when he is playing his trumpet. He has a distintive and powerful sound that is unlike anyone else I have heard. I highly recommend listening to his 1928 recording of "West End Blues". It is a true masterpiece. He was Satchmo to his fans but other musicians had another nickname for him, Pops.

[@theblackbear211]

Trumpet player (note the lip), Band Leader, Singer. Icon. "The Great Satchmo." He's been gone over 50 years... but he's not been forgotten.

[@JC-rb3hj]

Who is Louis Armstrong? One of the greatest jazz trumpeters to walk the earth. You have stumbled upon a very special performer.

[@TranquiloTrev]

Great commentary. I agree with everything you say.

[@SavedChampion]

Louie Armstrong was a tremendous trumpet player. With his style of singing, singing was changed forever. He brought in the modern form of singing.

[@allybandy3047]

Louis is a legend!

[@gilballmes9709]

Louis Armstrong is one of the fathers of jazz. A truly class act, check out his trumpet playing.

[@bencracknellCA]

"I hear babies cry I watch them grow They'll learn much more Than I'll ever know" Such hope and optimism without any cynicism that those babies will know more than he will is such a great thing. The hope the next generation will continually grow and be better than us

[@ronalddobis6782]

It is beyond belief that young adults have never been educated on one of the most influential musicians of the twentieth century. Louis Daniel Armstrong (August 4, 1901 - July 6, 1971), nicknamed "Satchmo", "Satch", and "Pops", was an American trumpeter and vocalist. He was among the most influential figures in jazz. His career spanned five decades and several eras in the history of jazz.[

[@OriginalLictre]

'Satch' and 'Satchmo' are both abbreviations of an older nickname, 'Satchel Mouth", from the way his cheeks and lips would inflate when he was playing the trumpet.

[@stewartbeckman7909]

I've loved Satchmo (nickname) Louis Daniel Armstrong my entire life. He always puts a smile on my face... He was a wonderful man...

[@paulcarlachapman628]

Satchmo was a treasure! We had so many great guys then.

[@ThomasBaldwin-pm3io]

Even though he was smiling you could see the sadness in his eyes you felt like he was hoping for a better world

[@lisaharrod8386]

Louis is the center of my musical universe. The first music I can remember hearing was Armstrong's horn. My father loved Jazz...he played Louie all the time. Louie Armstrong taught the world modern music...rhythm, timing, instrumental interpretation, and vocal phrasing. He changed it all... He was the ultimate entertainer, and bringing joy to the human race was his soul purpose in life. You hit the nail on the head with this reaction! Louie

[@wendywoodruff2871]

I need to IMDb him because I know he's been in a few movies just exuding this same wonderful spirit. One with Bing Crosby back in the 40's I think. ❤️🎶

[@pennymcneela7095]

What a absolutely fabulous song..

[@davemacmurchie6982]

What's really remarkable is that Armstrong manages to convey such unreserved joy despite the circumstances of his early life - truly inspirational.

[@757optim]

This one and the more upbeat "Hello Dolly" are iconic Louis (pronounced "looey") Armstrong tunes.

[@YellowstoneBrew]

Damn! You said it man: take a moment. The sky is blue, clouds are white....

[@bradleypaulus2926]

When he smiles it makes me so happy.

[@daniellittle830]

I work nights and I pay attention Celestial light is amazing if you pay attention it's the little things and I think to myself

[@grego934]

When I was a kid every time Louis was on tv my parents would call me into the living room yelling Greg , Louis on and I would be in there in a flash as Louis Armstrong was and still is my all time favorite. This video brings back those wonderful memories of my childhood. Man I was teary eyed watching this . Louis Armstrong is absolutely one of the Greatest. A gift from God . Thank you for another cool video reaction and what a wonderful review you gave to Louis Armstrong ✌️

[@charlibaltimore7641]

Satchmo!! Love this man, he was awesome

[@colonelb]

This is SUCH a classic and famous song. It was first released in 1967 and it's been in countless movies and tv shows and has been covered by everyone from Roy Clark to Rod Stewart (that you both reacted to recently). One of the more famous covers of this is by a Hawaiian singer named *Israel Kamakawiwoʻole* (who was nicknamed "Brother Iz"). If you search for "Iz What A Wonderful World" you'll find it and it's really good, you'll love it. Cheers

[@RicaOsburn]

You are right,my friend,this world is a magical place!!!

[@bookcraver1]

Try one of the many duets Louis did with Ella Fitzgerald. His raspy voice with her sweet tones is magic! My favorite is Summertime.

[@michaelwduffy]

You got it!! I’ll add to my list right now!!

[@angelado3]

oh I love this song and only want to hear it sung by Louis Armstrong ♥♥

[@michaeltipton5500]

I remember him growing up. He was literally a national treasurer. Such an honest and sincere man. New Orleans named it's Airport after him.

[@skiptrace1888]

Wow, bro! You skinned the cat, you defrocked the priest, you opened up the heavens........you got it!!!! You nailed it!!! You received the blessing of BEING HERE NOW 😊❤😊❤😊

[@MamaBe1963]

This sing always makes me smile. 😊

[@janehenry3206]

Can't believe you've never heard of Satchmo, I'm in the UK and Know he's a legend. I'm just learning What a wonderful world on the Ukulele, it's surprisingly easy. He did a good duo with Bing Crosby in High Society, Now You has jazz....

[@charlibaltimore7641]

Listen to him play his horn!

[@Glittersword]

Satchmo also did duets with everyone of note in the music industry at the time. It was a great honor for others to work with him.

[@Cynthia...]

Such an amazing man he was. And that smile as you said, wow!!! He played a mean trumpet too.

[@anjoleeeickhoff6800]

Satchmo was a legend even in his own time while still alive! You’ve got to listen and watch him do Hello Dolly from the musical movie! He’s so good and his trumpet playing is amazing too! He’s known for his trumpet playing more than his singing. But he could do both equally well! This song with him singing it, he makes you stop and think about the simple things in life and how if we had nothing else materialistic we could still say “what a wonderful world” we live in!❤

[@bjspeck4337]

Congratulations on finding one of America's treasures. Louis was a New Orleans jazz band leader, incredible jazz trumpeter, and a singer of joy. This song was featured in Good Morning Vietnam, one of Robin Williams films. The contrast between the beauty of this song, and the horrors of the Vietnam War. It was truly a stroke of genius. If you haven't seen that film, do your soul a favor. A couple of my favorites, Summertime, Oh When the Saints Come Marching In, Dream a Little Dream of Me.

[@barbaracline9064]

Legendary Satchmo! Best ever!

[@AmiralA]

Behind that smile and the positive lyrics, you can also see the pain Armstrong's been through. Having that song sung by a Black man who lived with racism all his life adds a profund layer to the performance.

[@royperkins9176]

And through pain and prejudice was a strong man who brought joy to the world. Much greater Man than most 🎺 RIP

[@barryclevenger7456]

Ahh yes, let's bring racism into a beautiful song.

[@AmiralA]

@@barryclevenger7456 Songs have context. Read about Louis Armstrong.

[@xanatanuwu]

@@barryclevenger7456 Are you lobotomized?

[@barryclevenger7456]

@@xanatanuwu Just not taking the race bait.

[@gkiferonhs]

Everyone needs to hear this song at least once a week.

[@garyzimmerman62]

One of the most beautiful songs I have ever heard and sung by one of the mast talented musician and vocalists that have ever lived

[@johnbattles1002]

One of the most beautiful songs of all time with a beautiful message sung by the indomitable Louis (pronounced Loo-ee) Armstrong who had such a beautiful, positive soul! I've loved this song since I was a kid in the 60's and memorized it quite young. Yes, God has indeed given us a beautiful world. It has its troubles and problems, indeed; but it is rich in beauty and good things too. Life is what you choose to make it. I love and respect this legendary man with a heart of gold! By the way, his nickname was "Satchmo," and is probably the best jazz trumpet player of all time.

[@arlenem6659]

One of my all time favorite songs!

[@patriciaferguson9204]

Louie was a national treasure for several decades. For those of us of a certain age, he was jazz.

[@htbald1]

The studio version is just as great! I've absolutely loved this song since hearing it as a kid! ICONIC SONG and Louis Armstrong is nothing less than LEGENDARY!

[@deborahdennehy9937]

He was also the singer from the film James Bond, his singing was just incredible as was 'We have all the time in the world', just excellent also. Loved him very much. xxxx

[@d.j.starling3559]

There's good reason why the main airport in Louisana is called The Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport!! This is the man who brought jazz to the masses - of all colors, which was quite an achievement in the deeply segregated world of more than 100 years ago now. He actually began his professional music career as a coronet (later, trumpet) player around 1918, while he was still a teen himself. Louis Armstrong (August 4, 1901 - July 6, 1971) was a musician all the rest looked up to, an entertainer everyone enjoyed, a man deeply beloved worldwide. Learn about him. Listen to his decades of great music. You'll love the journey!!

[@sylvialang6606]

YOu need to listen to one of his duets with Ella Fitgerald. She has best ever female voice, and well, Louis is Louis. Wonderful. You will love it.

[@andreakear97]

Great reaction! It's hard not to appreciate Louis Armstrong.

[@ppresley9208]

Always loved "Satchmo's" , as he was called , voice and gentle demeanor ... his smile lit up the room ... he made you feel the music ! His biggest hit was the song "Hello Dolly" ... he was a great trumpet player back in the day !

[@bearmanz]

Hi Michael D. - Check out Louis Armstrong's "Hello Dolly". That was also the title of the movie, starring Barbara Streisand (1964).

[@bobbifreedman2435]

Louis was a beautiful soul. A treasure.

[@juliewaterfield1804]

hi michael, hope you're good. isn't he just awesome. my parents used to play louis ' music on vinyl every sunday. it was a wonderful way to wake up and hearing him always brings back wonderful memories. as much as i love watching your reactions nobody, but nobody will ever match that smile again, sorry, nice try though. can't wait for the next one.

[@JohnRinNoHo]

I used to listen to a radio show every week call 'The Ragtime Show', which played music from the 1890's to the 1920's. I became immersed in the music as if I was alive at that time, then I would hear Louis Armstrong for the first time playing with Kings Oliver's band, and, like the people at that time would say: "What was that?" I'm not a musician but I think what "that" was, was that Armstrong would play what he felt, he would improvise, instead of strictly playing the notes as written on paper.

[@kathleenmayhorne3183]

The mouthpiece for a trumpet, is metal. He played his so much he damaged his mouth so often, he would have played with the pain too, that's dedication. He also worked in Paris France. He worked in movies like "the five Pennies" with Danny Kaye, and "High Society," with Bing Crosby, Frank Sinatra? and Grace Kelly. As well as Dolly with Barbra Streisand. A very loved hard working Artist. Check him out with the greatest female soul singer Ella Fitzgerald, "Summertime."

[@ProdigyBowlersTour]

"What A Wonderful World" has proven to be his most enduring song. But his biggest hit was "Hello, Dolly!" Check it out. A #1 hit in 1964.

[@alanbrown8527]

You nailed it on every count. Well done. Try Cabaret by Louis Armstrong. Wonderful

[@carolmoilanen4530]

My tv was off for awhile t,today all I could think of is how peaceful it was

[@pennyyoung3166]

Another great song hello dolly

[@glennandadriansrocktalk]

L-E-G-E-N-D. He's also responsible for the very concept of taking an instrumental solo in a song, even though he didn't take one here. Every jazz and rock band owes him that debt.

[@thomasgoff8330]

Another great artist, Etta James

[@diannthomas5653]

Beautiful reaction to a beautiful man & his song.

[@christhornycroft3686]

The Great Satchmo! If you like this stuff, Cab Calloway is terrific, too. St James Infirmary and Minnie The Moocher are classics. There was a Betty Boop cartoon short that used Cab’s music.

[@christhornycroft3686]

The short is called a Betty Boop: Snow White. It’s black and white, but the animation is just incredible.

[@GinMae]

thanks, Duffy - Louis (pronounced "Lou-eee") was a classic musician.. he often played trumpet...

[@mimiwiz1]

Louis (preferred it pronounced "Louie") Armstrong, aka Satchmo, was a magnificent entertainer, great trumpet player, in the "Big Band" era. Very soulful and jazzy!

[@ffrederickskitty4607]

Mr. Armstrong called himself Louis, not Louie.

[@Glittersword]

Sachmo came from a previous nickname "Satchel mouth".

[@gerardbeekman]

I like your awarness of the "simple" things. We have to be more grateful. But the music is good.

[@athenstar10]

I grew up in the 90s but my father played music from the 40s to 70s at home every single day from afternoon til we sleep. This song was my lullaby.

[@susanengland3919]

I think his singing voice was one of the first I heard when I was a kid since my Dad was a huge fan. He's a one of a kind legend.

[@RobertSmith-iw2kb]

Your an insightful man mr. Duffy,I see you enjoy life.god bless.😊

[@scottrosga950]

You are absolutely right with your comments!

[@brianmccleary6278]

A legend - an amazing trumpet 🎺 player…the best!

[@herbvillarreal]

You can’t only see the sky or the clouds but you can hear the colors, that’s Greatness. Angelina Jordan has that same level of greatness with song at 8 yrs of age🌈🌥️🌲

[@johnbattles1002]

Michael, you should absolutely react to to two others by Louis. One is a comedy routine he does with comedian/actor Danny Kaye where they sing "When the Saints Go Marching In," from the 1959 movie "The Five Pennies." It is hilarious and amazing! The other is the song "Hello, Dolly!" from the 1969 movie of the same title and starring Barbara Streisand. He was an extraordinary and charismatic entertainer! He passed away in 1971 at the age of 69.

[@shellygill5029]

One of the greats! Louis Armstrong was a step above the others. Check him out in a duet with Bing Crosby called "That's Jazz" from the movie... High Society In this he not only sings with Bing, but shows off his talent on the trumpet.

[@sanpaku6869]

In 2021, it was ranked at No. 171 on Rolling Stone's "Top 500 Best Songs of All Time"

[@hu._-]

look at the dates, this man was an ambassador between races, widely admired and respected

[@terri2494]

And loved! 🥰

[@roryphares6192]

Greatest cornet player on earth, just holds it while he sings.

[@Lava1964]

Honestly, this man was simply a national treasure.

[@Werewindle]

Just watch him sing with Barbra in "Hello, Dolly!:,

[@daniellittle830]

You ought to hear him play a trumpet that is celestial his cheeks puff out like a squirrel with a mouth full of nuts he was an amazing musician

[@gilballmes9709]

You should hear, "Helo Dolly", by Louis (Louie) Armstrong.

[@derf-vr1fc]

He's one of the great jazz artists. This album/song went platinum. But he's well known among us jazz aficionados as one of the first great jazz trumpeter.

[@billboyd9028]

Louis Armstrong - also known as "Satchmo" is one of the legends of music.

[@allthiswork]

One of my mama's favorite songs. We played it at her funeral in 2013.

[@katkat-fm3wj]

I've noticed a beautiful sunset on some occasions, and I was amazed that others were not amazed, or at least didn't show it.

[@larrywilliams8630]

The great Satchmo from days gone by. Satchmo was his nickname and one very talented jazz singer and trumpeter. Great reaction.

[@marciebulsaraorcutt]

WOWWWW. I've heard this song SO MANY TIMES, but never saw a video of Mr. Armstrong actually performing it... This was so special! SUGGESTION FOR YOU, Michael.... There's a song with a similar message titled: "A WINTER'S TALE" It's a Queen song, written by Freddie near the end of his life when he was really ill... but the imagery he's describing is BEAUTIFUL. It's a great song for the holiday season. ALSO... "THE MIRACLE" ...This is actually Brian May's favorite song written by Freddie, because they lyrics are so full of HOPE and OPTIMISM for the future, even tho Fred had a terminal diagnosis when he wrote it. (And, the music video is ADORABLE.) P.S. I think that Louis Armstrong also did a rendition of: "OVER THE RAINBOW"

[@susanlindner8626]

One of the best songs ever!!

[@thomastimlin1724]

Louis was so much more than just this song.

[@yvonnephillips3888]

Wouldn't it change life if we strived to pass on the peaceful, happy feeling this song and singer gives us. Who would benefit the most, others or ourselves? Blessings to all.

[@sandralorenz1796]

Nobody can do this song like Louis Armstrong.