First Time Hearing Procol Harum - A Whiter Shade of Pale (Reaction!)

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[@gsquat]

I think you just made more sense of these lyrics in 10 minutes than I have in 40 years of life.

[@scottwatson9453]

Yeah he's so good at tuning into the artist and has a profound understanding of what the artist was thinking while writing the song.

[@bonniebarlow4939]

I know, right?@@scottwatson9453

[@sharonhayes7745]

took the words out of my mouth! Plus he "got it" early

[@dogsbestfriend5621]

Totally agree. Best breakdown of this song I've ever heard and I'm 70 years old.

[@steveullrich7737]

Now you can see why the original was number one worldwide in 1967. This version is elevated by the orchestra and the choir a masterpiece. One of the greatest songs from the 60s.

[@dagmar.6954]

Love this song. I actually prefer the studio version from the 60's as it is the one I grew up on. This live version is very good though as it shows how powerful Gary Brooker's voice was even as he got older. "Conquistador" is another great song by Procol Harum. Sad to hear of his passing recently.

[@miltonslocum8957]

This song is absolutely beautiful and amazing! Shon, I was in college in 67 when I first heard this. I honestly didn't understand the meaning of the song either. All I know is that I felt it in my soul. And Gary Booker is was only a couple of years older than me. Then to hear this song years later with the orchestra and choir takes it to another level! And Gary's voice was just as good as ever except more seasoned. Great reaction!

[@mojobag01]

When Gary starts to sing there are several world class singers looking at him like they just fell in love.

[@loadedorygun]

He never comes to mind when I think “best classic rock singers” but I love this song and always marvel at his voice. I always watch the reaction of this song when it pops up because it’s like in his 60s he’s still trying to make me look foolish for forgetting him lol.

[@lightatthecape2009]

First vinyl I bought.. Procol Harum. I feel so old. Gary Brooker is about 63 in this rendition...he sounds better than he did then. Unfortunately, Gary passed last year. But his voice and song writing makes this song iconic

[@Thatgirl1973]

"...her face at first just ghostly, turned a whiter shade of pale." Still one of the best lines ever written. So good a line in fact, that the rest of the song was written around it. I actually prefer this over the studio version because it is simply an epic performance. Love your reactions, keep them coming! ❤

[@marcieharreld286]

Great reaction!!! Love this performance!! I was 15 when this was released!!! A great time for music!!💜💜🎵🎼🎶🎸🎹🥁🤘🤘🤘

[@susannewitt6112]

one of the best songs ever wrote

[@Dee-eq1pg]

Oh my gosh they sound the exact same! So beautiful! You have to listen to the original!

[@guyturbide6348]

🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦 Same stage Same group Try 🎵Conquistadors 🎵🎶 Or. On the same level. Another great performance is by The moody blues "The live version of " 🎶Night and white Satin 🎶 You're gonna adore this song, too. Keep the good work, my friend ✌️ 👍🏻 👏

[@shezarae8827]

I love that song too.

[@jacqueline4514]

Pure beauty; what an elevated rendition of his classic ❤ I love your reaction; your enthusiasm for varied genres, how you dig into the lyrics and feel the music; wonderful!

[@dropzone9639]

This song is a treasure. So many interpretations of the lyrics, and we each have to figure it out on our own. Gary's strong raspy voice lasted his whole life and he brought so much joy to his fans. A class act and fans for life❤ RIP Gary❤

[@bonnielee78]

This performance and Gary's voice always gives me goosebumps. Such an impactful song.

[@magtafcmdr8621]

I'm glad you covered this version of the song. I discovered it myself on KZbin a few years ago. I have always loved this song even though it's from my parent's generation. I can't imagine anywhere else I would rather be than at that concert. The setting is magical and the orchestra is beautiful. Gary Brooker was at that time over 60 years old and his voice is pure gold.

[@clairehall2720]

Bruv. I made a Comment on another reaction that you are a metal head but just had not heard the music. The truth is you a a proper music lover. Doesn’t matter the genre. If it’s good, it’s fucking good and worth listening to. Respect

[@dennisflury6942]

More 60's magic here!

[@bigjimmy4137]

Close your eyes and it's Ray Charles.

[@lynne8346]

What a classy guy.

[@joshbonshor7428]

I've known this song for years, and was one of my great-grandad's favourites. But only just heard this version live for the first time... Had the exact same reaction as you haha. Brilliant performance.

[@rickybuhl3176]

Gary singing 'One of sixteen vestal virgins..' - as the choir comes in. Too good.

[@glennahernandez2687]

My all time favorite song ❤

[@sharonafshari4485]

Whiter shade of Pale” grows up. You must listen to the original version. Written at age 19 and comes out at 1967. His voice has has stayed the same. ❤

[@kimcutts6153]

Now you need to watch/listen to the studio verion of it from 1967. Trust me. ❤🇬🇧 Gary Brookers voice was amazing in 1967 & in whenever this was filmed. He passed away 19th February 2022. ❤💔🎼🎶🎹

[@carmenargenziano7884]

Nice to see a brother love one of the greatest songs ever written.

[@cherylwilliams834]

Great reaction Shon. You picked up on things most people miss in this great performance of a lifetime.

[@petermorgan5303]

And remember this is live. Blows my mind how good this performance is

[@moni3634]

Cry everytime i hear this Song...Hi from germany❤

[@jamesbondbond8388]

This is Procol Harum with Orchestra & Chorus

[@someoldatheist6712]

This song was originally recorded in the late 60s, so this song was already 35 years or more old when this performance took place.

[@sweetvixenca]

Back to 60's music. I love it and I love this song..... so many memories! Loved your reaction to this classic!

[@OldHead71]

Procol Harum - Conquistador is another epic song 🎵

[@TenCapQuesada]

The sound of the Hammond organ will always bring back the 60's for me.

[@lindasalaki9404]

Beautiful 🎶🎵🎶🎵

[@ronparsons8786]

Simply one of the finest live performances ever captured

[@dennisflury6942]

Try Procol Harm live in Denmark 2006 Conquistador!

[@rickkane7913]

Great reaction! This song was instantly iconic when it came out and this performance is incredible. I am a huge Procol Harum fan; RIP Gary Brooker. Missed my bucket list wish to see them live once again (and take my daughter!)! You might get a few "easy answers" with where to go next but it's really hard to get a good handle with just a few songs. Look for "Grand Hotel", "Whaling Stories", "In Held T'was In I", "Fires (Which Burnt Brightly)", "A Salty Dog".

[@stevegibson7464]

Look up the Wikipedia for this song and it is explained. It’s roots are in one of the oldest books in English tradition ,”The Canterbury Tales” I enjoy watching you enjoy our music, and glad how you get the songs.

[@patricklemeur4607]

merci à toi de nous remémorer ce titre magnifique , j'ai connu en 1967 l'original version studio....une grande èpoque !....

[@travisdrury5556]

One of my fave songs

[@rodb9275]

Thank you Shon. I enjoy your content so much. I was feeling down, tonight, and you gave me some big smiles. You are such a charming young man. I'm a big fan

[@ProdigyBowlersTour]

This performance by Procol Harum and the Bobby Hatfield performance of Unchained Melody on The Andy Williams Show are simply the two greatest music videos on KZbin, and might very well be the two best live performances ever captured on videotape. By the way, Procol Harum is not a "he," it's a "they." HE is (or was) Gary Brooker (RIP).

[@arieloh1767]

Beautiful song!

[@debbers]

Shon, I loved your reaction to this one! I've been hearing this song since i was young and that's a long time ago young man. I hope you never lose your innocence when it comes to music! I am probably three times your age and I still have it!

[@jasonremy1627]

This band used to have a guitarist back when the song was written named Robin Trower. He later left and formed his own band. Check out "Too Rolling Stoned" by The Robin Trower Band. It absolutely kicks ass.

[@aircap]

Iconic. Gary Brooker the singer passed last year, still singing like a MF to the end.

[@shellygill5029]

His voice puts me more in the mind of Ray Charles. If you are enjoying the Danish orchestra's music that accompanies this, may I suggest; * "The Danish National Symphony Orchestra playing *" The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly". It's the music from the movie of the same name.. The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly is a "Spaghetti Weatern" ( meaning it was made in Italy by and Italian director and an Italian composer who write the music). The starring actor is Clint Eastwood. He made 3 iconic western movies with this director. *Eastwood starred in several more iconic movies and is also a director himself. But do yourself and your viewers a favor and listen to The Danish Nat. Symphony Orch. play * "The Good, The Bad and The Ugly". You may recognize parts of it from other movies and tv commercials. Love your channel and your enthusiasm . Keep on doing what you're doing and I will keep watching. 👍

[@vallee3140]

oh yes thats terrific

[@americanaforever6725]

“Conquistador” from the same concert is pure 🔥

[@shezarae8827]

The meaning of Procol Harum is, beyond these things. I think he didn't live very long after this concert, but he sounded just as good as when he was young. Because one song reminds me of the other, and both have allot of orchestration, you might want to listen to the Moody Blues doing, Nights In White satin,, here is a link. kzbin.info/www/bejne/g5u4opmIp7yqma8

[@denismansfield8876]

This concert was in 2006 ... he was 61. Gary passed away earlier last year. He was 76 when he died.

[@shezarae8827]

Thanks. @@denismansfield8876

[@ProdigyBowlersTour]

Nothing can move the heart and soul quite like a good string section.

[@thesinstreamstreams9465]

Shon, every time I see your reactions it warms my heart. You absolutely FEEL the music! That, my friend, is becoming a lost art. You may not know the technical terms or the names of instruments, but you absolutely NAIL IT! That roller-coaster feeling of the climbing to the top...building building building. and then the powerful explosion is called a crescendo. When I saw you shiver at the top of that coaster and then take the ride with that big smile on your face...you totally won me over. Always so impressed with your reactions and the way you put into words something that is an indescribable feeling...music. Much love and blessings to you and yours. XOXOXO

[@dianahohimer1107]

Great reaction to my all time favorite song! ❤

[@denismansfield8876]

Gary Brooker's voice sounds as good here at 61 compared to when he was 22 when the song was originally released. It's amazing how some vocalists can maintain their voice into their 80's despite some typical range loss. There was no range loss here. Thank you Shon! You should go back to the Kinks (Lola) and react to (Wish I Could Fly Like) Superman. It's much heavier than Lola, but approximately 10-12 years after Lola with great lyrics.

[@Windyhillart]

One of my all time favorite songs

[@j.h.3777]

cre·scen·do [krəˈSHendō] NOUN the loudest point reached in a gradually increasing sound: "the port engine's sound rose to a crescendo" · "the roar of the crowd reaches a crescendo" VERB increase in loudness or intensity: "the reluctant cheers began to crescendo"

[@cletushouse906]

You just got your dose of class today.

[@cherylwilliams834]

A banger if there ever was one.

[@JackRazz1]

Definitely agree on the crescendo at the beginning there - the tone/volume build to the first verse. This performance is incredible. Better than any studio recording.

[@bjb123ch]

Just discovered your channel today....i love your energy and your thoughtful reactions. You always look to be really enjoying yourself and make very astute interpretations of the music i've seen you react to.

[@saragodres-tomes1032]

In an old episode of "Have Gun, Will Travel", Paladin goes to investigate a shady bar where young men were being shanghaied. Over served and dropped down a chute through a trap door in the floor. I suppose the ceiling would fly away from that perspective. And the addition of a young virginal girlfriend the young man brought may as well be sold off to a brothel in a booming coastal town. In my young mind I always assumed that is what the song was about. And some old miller telling trying to warn them. 😂 Probably wrong, but that storyline has been in my head for decades.

[@SheenaRea]

Every time I hear this song (the original from the mid-60's) it gives me chills. Freakin beautiful.

[@bobshaw8319]

An absolute jaw dropping masterpiece

[@boblozaintherealworld3577]

You get, Shon.

[@EShelby2127]

"Conquistador" is another Procol Harum gem to check out.

[@cdfdesantis699]

40 yrs. on, & the song & the voice are still soul-stirring! Thanks for your reaction.

[@TheClonemenot]

Back in the 60's what I didn't like about radio was whoever ran things had it in their head that all songs played had to be 2 minutes and 30 seconds. When this song came on and Gary just started to wail, they cut the ending. Oh yeah, this song came out in 1967.

[@karenstrong8887]

I grew up to this song. It didn’t have an orchestra but he still sings it the same. It always sent this feeling through me almost spiritual. It was like your heart and your mind felt it together. Still love it. Thank you.

[@willyumloves]

Thanks for getting it

[@lynnhoffman247]

“Lucky Man” 1970 by Emerson, Lake and Palmer…Greg Lake wrote the song when he was 12 🤯🔥🙌🏼

[@greenpeasuit]

Some suggestions I think will surprise you: -Sevin ft H.U.R.T. "Somebody Lied" -Cowboy Troy "I Play Chicken With the Train" -Rage Against the Machine "Renegades of Funk" -Hed(pe) "Renegade" -Hed(pe) "Bartender

[@jeffreybooth5129]

I've always appreciated your enthusiasm in your reactions to songs,so to see you react to my favourite band of all time was enjoyable. This is an outstanding performance by all concerned and I have seen them with orchestra and choir five times.Please feel free to do more Procol songs ,they have so many great songs.

[@heidiv5488]

You should ALWAYS do the studio version first of an iconic song like this one.

[@tragicdeyz2641]

This is true most of the time. Not here though.

[@kobebean12]

The DOORS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@lynnieiapichino1121]

☮️💙💙💙🔥perfection!

[@singluna888]

I never paid that much attention to what songs meant back then. My mom told me when I'd ask what they were singing about she'd say it's a "nonsense " song. I now think she avoided the truth. Lol.

[@Brandi6666]

I hoped you enjoyed this. 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 ❤️🤘 thank for playing this. I must of forgot to play it yesterday🤭🤭🤭i hit it once a day. This is a rock song by proco harum in the 70’s minus the strings and choir. But it was fire back then also. My man, check out a salty dog from this same concert. 😊 these 2 songs for some reason, brings a tear. RIP gary brooker😢

[@marcieharreld286]

Actually it was released in 1967....I was 15 yrs old!!🎵🎼🎶🤘🤘

[@jeffreybooth5129]

Salty Dog is another great song for sure.

[@maryannturton9830]

A MASTERPIECE on every level!🎙🎶👊

[@vallee3140]

Beautiful wasn't it, love your reactions.

[@markwozencroft6360]

Great reaction fella , nice to see someone who can actually take the music in . A few words after what you watched would be a good idea 👍

[@bryanCJC2105]

This is a beautiful song that somehow still manages to bring tears to my eyes. I'm surprised you could pick out the lyrics. This song is as old as I am and it took me 40+ years before I could figure out what he was saying, thank you Internet, and another 10 years to figure out what it meant. Frankly, I'm still not sure.

[@Farsider3955]

Great reaction video! First time viewer here (🤔 just might have to subscribe if you do more of this quality) 👍 I have some comments, interpreting the lyrics of this song which gives it even a deeper dimension - I will share that at the end of this - (and sorry for this detailed commentary, but I think you will find it helpful if you listen to the song again and/or share it with others). Gary Brooker’s incredible singing in this live performance matched - or perhaps even exceeded - the quality of the original 1967 recording that took place 40 years earlier. And yeah, he looks and sounds a lot like Kenny Rogers, and even has the soul and passion of Ray Charles, no doubt. The band’s name comes from a couple of possible sources. One of the band members in ‘67 had a cat named Procol Harum. This is Latin for “Far beyond these things”…. Personally, I think they named the band after the cat. 😁 This song and about 3 or 4 others defined the sound and the scene that was the “Summer of Love”. Unfortunately, that beautiful era only lasted about three years…. Innocence lost - marked by another outdoor concert in December ‘69 at Altamont - The Rolling Stones - they hired the Hells Angels motorcycle gang to be their “security” force - 4 people died that night. However, great music continued to come out from the late 60s all through to the mid 90s. But 1967 through Woodstock 1969 was magic. There has been much debate/misunderstanding regarding the lyrics. I believe I can unlock the mystery for you. The lyrics are mostly metaphorical. The song is about a young couple who are attending a party perhaps at a ballroom - maybe even on a ship. They were either entertainers for the crowd, or they were just part of the crowd dancing….”We skipped the Light Fandango” but instead did cartwheels across the floor, implying that they were having a great time, perhaps even on their way to getting drunk. The room seem to be shaking apart as they “ordered another drink”, but the waiter brought a tray of many drinks. As the night wore on, the young man was fast becoming interested in having a more private intimate time with this young girl…. But yet even through her near drunkenness, she sensed it, and became frightened. As the young man shuffled through his “playing cards” - a metaphor for looking for that winning hand to convince her to go with him - she again was unable or unwilling to give into him. Even as he told her stories, and lies about himself to impress and take advantage of her she knew she was potentially headed for trouble as “The truth was plain to see”. The vestal virgin metaphor clearly implied that she was young, inexperienced, and not ready for what she feared was his ultimate intent. But he kept on with his tales and lies, and he “would not let her be”…..ramping up the pressure on her to give in. This frightened her tremendously. I have heard, but I cannot confirm, that Gary Brooker and his cowriter actually wrote two more verses, that were never recorded. We will probably never hear the end of that story. Again, I want to say your reaction video was wonderful and genuine. Well done

[@socalnitro]

It’s a trip

[@samic1051]

You see you get to see it in this version and His stunning but you had to be there in the 60s 70s when this was done then. I just wish people would know. Music before 1990 was actually beautiful and it had no auto-tune and it had no colour in other words you didn't know who was singing it you just loved the music

[@redrobredrob]

As far as I remember, it wasn’t snowing when this was recorded!

[@theresakeys2420]

When titanic sailed the weather was fine and couples were dancing on the deck and first class children were doing cartwheels across the deck When it became obvious the ship was sinking the fry went out women and children. Many passengers in first ordered drinks- the waiters brought trays of incredibly expensive drinks The beautiful stain glass ceiling in the stateroom flew away when a boiler burst. -exact words of a survivor. The owner kept running round saying it’s impossible, she can’t sink, there’s no reason to this 17 vessel were launched that year and 16 made their virgin voyage to the coast of America. Titanic was the one who’s playing cards( tarot) said no you can’t be one of the 16 who made it How does a face become whiter than pale - in death

[@rossdownes4240]

This is one of those songs that its more about the music than the lyrics.

[@derekgreenacre9530]

One of the great all time live performances, others must include Dire Straits Sultans of Swing Academy Live, and Bruce Springsteen You Never Can Tell Live

[@xiurong888]

I like that the drummer kept to the 67 original for the most part.

[@sallytaylor8724]

You are a really great reactor. ❤

[@paulashanks3129]

❤😊 Epic ❤😊

[@iamthedonkeyman]

Props to Geoffrey Chaucer and J S Bach.

[@deegomez2089]

Gary Brooker and fine wine, just get better with age. I prefer the tone of his voice here to when he was younger 🎵🎶💚 RIP Mr Brooker

[@ricelaker]

Dude hasn't lost a thing since 1968.

[@annieoakley8949]

Incredible song and voice!! Btw Procol Harum means " far beyond these things".

[@nyoodmono4681]

Check out the cover of this song by Helge Schneider & the Firefuckers!

[@johnmrog]

Great reaction, Shon. SUBSCRIBED. Honestly, the song writer (who was NOT the singer, Gary Brooker, who wrote the music for the song) denies that the song is about anything in particular. But personally? I don't buy it. There's too much description in the song that indicates a break-up between a man and a woman. And, in addition, "The Miller's Tale" (in the song the verse is "as The Miller told his tale") in the English Lit classic "The Canterbury Tales" is about infidelity where a wife sleeps with another man who isn't her husband. It's just too much of a coincidence to be a song about nothing in particular. And you picked up on it, Shon. Props to you. (In the song-writers defense, maybe he wrote about something very, very personal in the words of this song and later regretted "airing his dirty laundry" as it were and decided to just say it was a song about nothing in particular. Again, I don't buy it.)

[@2RGGrannyJeff]

I was thinking last week I'd love to see you react to this performance because I knew you'd love it. Another great reaction from you. Please check out Bloodywood. They're an Indian Folk Metal band from New Deli, India. Great messages in their songs, talented musicians and lyricists. You will be amazed. Check out "Aaj" by Bloodywood. It has everything in it, even a flute solo, HAHA. Yes, a flute solo in a metal song. 🤣You're gonna love it.

[@maritamcnichol8849]

The studio version is more Hammond organ than piano. Listen to Salty Dog. Great song. WSP as no meaning. It's just beautiful & the melody is 100%

[@TheGreatGig73]

2006 to me is Yesterday. lol

[@andrelimoges3654]

The female he is singing about is overdosing on heroin . The needle was on the tray the waiter brought with their drinks. He wants to help her , but she isn't wanting his help.