FIRST TIME HEARING The Beatles - Hey Jude REACTION

[@redtim3690]

"The world needs more of this" - Welcome to the world of the Beatles, you won't regret it.

[@dsfddsgh]

The world needed this even more badly in late 1968 after riots, war and assassinations made 1968 one of the worse years in American history. Leave it to the Beatles to come up with an encouraging song at the end of the year that brought people together to sing the iconic chorus.

[@patticrichton1135]

The Beatles brought joy, happiness, fun and people together, their music still does, and Paul and Ringo's constant touring still does that today

[@WERC-lawyer]

Please don't interrupt ... perhaps save comments for the end ... I'm 68 and its the Beatles....🎵

[@pestbsn]

@WERC-lawyer if he doesn't interrupt, sometimes it's more likely to be blocked by KZbin.

[@gribwitch]

@@dsfddsgh The "Fab Four "also raised the morale of Americans after JFK's assassination in November 1963. Their first appearance on the Ed Sullivan Show and subsequent American tour, was fortuitously timed as they took the country by storm the following year in 1964. And so the Beatles helped America recover from TWO national tragedies, not one !

[@papawinthewoods]

You have made an accurate analysis. The Beatles transcended everything. They wouldn't play in front of segregated audiences. Thay had no style because they did every style. They expanded how instruments were played. Their songs told stories, many from their own memories and experiences. They tackled social issues, sang about love and peace... It goes on and on. I think branding them as the best band ever downplays how great they were. They were more than that! They were a gift, a miracle that can't be duplicated, let alone topped. You're in for a ride if you deep dive into their catalogue. Please do, you'll see why more than 50 years after their end they are still so important and influential. They are "The Beatles" enough said...

[@lisajames3359]

Well said and totally agree.

[@garyr8739]

Couldn't have said it better - and I have tried - lol.

[@rheailiarome2287]

Absolutely agree 🙏 Brilliant to find others who feel the way I do.🙏

[@oskarmac14]

Well said! Just say: The Beatles. That alone encompasses so many feelings, felt by MILLIONS of people, world wide for over 60 years.

[@spoonunit03]

Well Durrr! :)

[@robertrouse4503]

What made The Beatles great was their constant evolution. They rarely repeated the same style twice. Nearly every song is different. They were their own genre.

[@ebummbhungu7839]

You summed them up perfectly. Constant evolution, in music and style. (and looks) Never the same. We should never forget the contribution of the 5th Beatle, George Martin.

[@rickenbacker9]

SO TRUE.

[@titusho2]

Agree! That's their specialty. No other musicians can claim such artistic creations of each album. Beatles very very special... Intellectual artist 🪲🪲🪲🪲+🍏🍎🍏🍎= Beatles 🤣

[@venderstrat]

On the same page.

[@steveaitch729]

they were their own genre is the perfect description

[@dannygriffith6185]

You have found the Holy Grail of music!.THE most groundbreaking & evolutionary musical act in history. Their talent & influence cannot be overestimated. That chemistry between Paul ( at the piano) & John ( Harry Potter glasses/lol) was very real. At this point ( Sept 1968) they had known each other for about 12 years, written songs & performed together. So they were definitely " spirit" brothers. Geniuses.. Start with their earliest records & listen chronologically to their 8 short years of recordings. The growth & progression is nothing short of astounding. From a great Rock n roll band to THE most innovative music on the planet. They ARE the GOAT for good reason.

[@loosilu]

John and Paul met when they were 15 and 16. Both of their mothers died. They were BOTH exceptional musical geniuses. They LOVED each other like crazy. They lived only 1 mile apart. This is a love story, not saying it's sexual. They were VERY strongly connected. This is a tory of profound love, Cynthia and Yoko and Linda ALL said they were shocked at the depth of the connection between John and Paul, they all said it was MUCH stronger than the rest iof us can understand

[@loosilu]

I don't think it's sexual, I think it's spiritual.

[@cursino1]

Who is Harry Poter?

[@paulsullivan1650]

Lead singer and pianist Paul McCartney wrote the song for John Lennon's youg son Julian to ease him through his parents divorce in 1968. Using "Jude" instead of "Julian" in the song. John Lennon was on the guitar with the glasses, George Harrison was on bass next to him, and Ringo Starr was on drums...Great reaction my man. Great, great reaction! You have a new fan and supporter!

[@loosilu]

And Julian recently released an album called Jude. Full circle.

[@elvispresleydaily3952]

paul was not the lead singer dude LOL and he wasnt the piano player either

[@paulsullivan1650]

@@elvispresleydaily3952 I guess thinking you're Elvis you wouldn't know much about the Beatles. Yeah, it is McCartney singing and playing piano you dufus!

[@elvispresleydaily3952]

@@paulsullivan1650 the context of your comment made it sound like you were speaking in general you doofus and I know more about the beatles then you could ever dream LOL

[@paulsullivan1650]

@@elvispresleydaily3952 No, actually you don't. If you did you'd know it was McCartney who wrote & sang it. Who did you think it was, Ringo?

[@queenslanddiva]

You remarked how they communicated without speaking. You were watching Lennon and McCartney, probably the greatest songwriters ever. Of course they knew what the other was thinking 🙂

[@loosilu]

And there is a lot of film of them communicating like that! They spoke the same language.

[@Fool3SufferingFools]

I think in this case it was John Lennon asking, “Am I supposed to be singing the harmony on this verse?”

[@betsyab121]

@@Fool3SufferingFools I love that you can see Paul trying to hide his laughter over this! It was always about the fun they had while performing. It was the business part of being Beatles that broke them apart, not the music part.

[@vanemi]

Watching Lennon and McCartney communicate without saying a word tells you the kind of deep relationship they had... being friends since they were 15, they spoke their own language and seeing it on video is like getting a glimpse of the great an genius work they did together. If you have the chance see more videos of both of them improvising while they play… they are pure magic.

[@betsyab121]

@@vanemi Technically, Paul was 15 and John about 17 when they met. But they were mates for life, definitely!

[@teresahowells4879]

You were not misinformed. The Beatles certainly are the greatest band of all time. No group will ever surpass the greatness and fame they achieved. I thought there was nobody who had not heard Hey Jude and could not recognise Paul McCartney and John Lennon 😅 Another iconic performance is Get Back, from their famous rooftop concert. Btw, the host of the TV show was David Frost, also famous himself, as an interviewer and journalist.

[@dougslaback3459]

Not sure if I say they are the greatest. I would say one of the greatest. They did influnce so many others but cannot leave out Queen, Rolling Stones or Led Zeplin. Lennon and McCartney are two of the greatest composers as well. But not the greatest

[@teresahowells4879]

@@dougslaback3459 I agree with you actually. But I think the Beatles will probably remain as the greatest in terms of their legacy and huge fame at the time.

[@keithharris6442]

@@dougslaback3459 when all those bands are asked that question, they say the Beatles. The greatest, certainly, not everyone's favourites, that's true as well

[@jackielam6284]

Don't forget Ringo Starr

[@papawinthewoods]

@@jackielam6284 Ringo played things and created methods no other drummer had done before. At the very least Ringo wrote a big portion of the book on playing drums. Some of the best drums ever played are in the “Medley” on Abbey Road.

[@mgonzales56]

I have been listening to, and loving The Beatles since they came to the US in 1964. I was 7 years old...I am now 66. This song came out in 1968, and it was at number 1 for 9 weeks. The Beatles made great music, but more than that, they made people happy. Their music still does that. Their music will live forever. I consider myself blessed to have lived through The Beatles era.

[@dannygriffith6185]

Well said. Thank you from someone who feels the same way.

[@patticrichton1135]

I feel the same way, but I was blessed to be 17 years old in 1964 and could go to their concerts and really experience Beatlemania first hand. It was such a fun time in my life, at 75 they are STILL important to me and their music has been the soundtrack of my life. "Beatlemania" is one disease you never want to be cured of.

[@mgonzales56]

@@patticrichton1135 Even if I had been older, I couldn't have gone. We were poor, and could never have traveled to Houston or Dallas to see them. I lived, and still live in San Antonio. I have seen Paul five times, and Ringo once, and even saw George in 1974. I never got to see John though. The Beatles will be in my life till my days are over.

[@skiptrace1888]

Michael, great reaction! I am 72, still an active musician, and the Beatles are still my fav band of all time. Followed them since I was 12, and I picked up the sticks and became a drummer, inspired by Ringo, Beatles drummer. Ringo and Paul still play music, George and John have passed. It was divinely arranged these 4 people met and made music together. They have sold more records than anyone else (500 or 800 million). And have brought joy to people all over the world!

[@kleenextoes430]

Unfortunately, we’re never getting this again. It was such a beautiful and hopeful time to be alive. The future seemed very bright and shiny, and The Beatles made this magic from the beginning to the end.

[@kayecastleman6353]

For my generation, they will always be "John Lennon" glasses. There was never another band after The Beatles for me. They remain the signature sound of a decade. 💖💖💖

[@patticrichton1135]

Yes, I laughed when he said "Harry Potter" glasses. Harry Potter hadn't been created yet, and any way, Harry Potter's glasses were BLACK rimmed, John wore those glasses when he starred in the 1967 movie "HOW I WON THE WAR" playing a character called "Private Gripweed" in the British army during WW I . That was a style that was worn back then, He liked them, and started wearing them all the time after that, THEN they were referred to as "Lennon glasses' because NO ONE else was wearing them at the time....but it caught on quickly with the public (as all Beatles styles did then). John Sebastian of the "Lovin' Spoonful" wore them as well.

[@frankphillips5660]

The best thing about being born in 1955 was being a teenager in the 60's and waiting for the next Beatles record to drop. It was magical. The Beatles changed music and culture worldwide and were all about love and peace. Colleges have offered courses on The Beatles and Lennon/McCartney songs for years and I'm sure 200 years from now their songs will still be studied just like Bach and Beethoven are today. 20 #1 Hits, 35 top 10 hits and over 230 songs and not a bad one in the bunch. The Beatles have been one of the top selling bands every single year including last year since 1964. In April 1965 they had all top 5 spots on the billboard top 100. BTW, those "sick" glasses worn by John were called granny glasses and it started a fad. Every student in school had them and they came in different colored lens. They weren't for improving sight but were just for looks and to be like The Beatles, LOL.

[@pestbsn]

Just now seeing this video so I don't know how long it's been up. But just an add-on about the college courses. When John found out, he wrote, Walrus and Glass Onion, as a joke. He knew it would drive them crazy trying to figure them out.

[@Mirrorgirl492]

Beatles, Bach and Beethoven, you can't go wrong.

[@loosilu]

There are NO bad Beatles songs. Not one. YOu are starting a beautiful ride.

[@braudabo]

"Hey Jude" is from 1968, in the studio version McCartney accompanies the "Na na na" chorus uninhibitedly, completely from the gut. The video is a 2 out of 3 take compilation, the audience was informed with flyers for this TV show and continued to be filled with fans, which constantly waiting outside the Beatles' Abbey Road (then EMI) studio for the band. The gentleman with the flowers in his hair is Billy Davis, a street busker, who ran into the Beatles, while they were filming the TV movie "Magical Mystery Tour" and managed to hang around the Fab Four. The Beatles' music encompasses at least 15 genres, for which the group very often set new standards. You have already guessed the aura of the band. By this point on "Hey Jude", however, they had long since said goodbye to record-breaking tours with countless hysterical fans and concentrated mainly on work in the studio. The internet is full of this breathtaking story of the Beatles and thousands of books have already been written.

[@Glittersword]

I retesting info on the old guy. He actually always creeped me out.

[@genebaughbba]

You're exactly right You can see them connecting That's the magic they're the Beatles you know.

[@billc.5861]

No group has sold more music or been responsible for changing the music industry more then the Beatles. The 2 guys looking at each other are Paul McCartney -keys /bass vocals -& John Lennon -guitar vocals - probably one of the greatest song weighting pairing , George Harrison on lead guitar vocals & Ringo Starr on drums and some vocals. Insanely talented band The perfect storm of song writing, musicians & and not being afraid to try different things. DEEP RABBIT HOLE.

[@marksterner7532]

Yes, and George was equally talented. He went on to have an amazing solo career and created the Traveling Wilburys! Ringo has been on the music scene ever since the band broke up!

[@francisseidel8014]

@@marksterner7532 George actually play a six string bass on this, since Paul was on piano.

[@PoubelleKansas]

It was the song we never wanted to end. We were caught in a trance when this came on the radio while we were driving around town. Windows down; voices up. We shouted it as we drove. The most memorable time I sang it with other folks was in July 1981, in Strasbourg, France, outside in the street on the steps of our university dormitory. Someone had a guitar. We all had voices. We "Hey Juded" ourselves hoarse.

[@loosilu]

This is the song people will sing in the streets when he dies.

[@tiahanedudley4807]

Hey Jude is one of my top 10 favorite songs.

[@chiconeededthemoney]

I heard Paul McCartney sing this. The whole stadium started singing along with him. It was amazing. It is one of the most influential songs ever played.

[@patticrichton1135]

Paul has always played "Hey Jude" at his concerts (except during his 1976 world tour, and smaller tours in England which were unannounced....he would just show up at colleges and ask them if he and the band could play for them, this was around 1972 when he was getting Wings together )

[@Chiari_Queen_T]

@Patti Crichton Exactly. Not sure if the point being relayed. Paul wrote this song for Julian Lennon and had always been the lead singer of the song..its definitely a big Beetles hit, but influential? In what way?

[@pizzarellayt]

The Beatles were the most popular, best selling, and influential band ever. Their song "I'm Only Sleeping" is incredible, and recently got a music video, so I'd love to see that! The Beatles were John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr. Every member wrote a song for the band, and Paul wrote this one.

[@fgrady1]

The ‘perfect rendition’ you heard was actually the David Frost Show theme they were having light hearted fun with. “By George! It’s the David Frost theme” was written by George Martin, the Beatles producer!

[@lingoman1]

The Beatles were a reflection of their time. Society as it was back then. Their music teaches us many things, even after they split up, they continued to help us see the world around us. Awesome foursome. I have questioned your views but I like what this experience has done to you. Keep growing and learning.

[@Cynthia...]

I had the pleasure of growing up with the Beatles and I just loved every minute of it Waiting patiently for a new record release.❤

[@tonybennett4159]

Yes, the single was released on air a particular day at 11pm I think it was. I was in my car and I was tuned in to the radio just waiting for it, so when I heard this, it was with a sense of euphoria. It exceeded my expectations even as a Beatles fan.

[@loosilu]

3:12 That's none other than Lennon and McCartney communicating without saying a word. You've heard of them as songwriters. They were best friends and also a perfect match in terms of genius. You hit it on the nose, they played for thousands and thousands of hours together since they were teenagers. People who knew them said they were always off in their own world, especially when making music together. One of the things I loved about Get Back is that we could finally see that happen.

[@markhedman1884]

I saw this on TV when it first came out. This song was No. 1 for weeks and weeks. It was on the radio every day. I tape recorded it from the radio and learned to play it by ear on the piano. I was 13 years old.

[@TheWadetube]

The beatles wee a legendary band. Each went off in their own path and continued as legends. We had the Beatles in my lifetime and Paul And Ringo are still with us, still singing and playing like pros. Check out Karioke Car Pool with Paul McCartney and how they ended up singing blockbuster songs in a pub in Liverpool. Also go back through there first albums and see how they evolved to be the best in the world and still outsell most bands today. When you have done that look up "Call Me Caroline" and her reaction videos to the Beatles from the beginning and you will have a whole new appreciation for them.

[@larrycrawley-woods4515]

"....unity...." Yes! You got it! It's a simple song, yes.....but a simple song to sing.....TOGETHER!

[@andrewschreiber112]

You should really explore more and more of the Beatles. They truly were the best band ever, and you could literally pick ANY of their songs and be blown away by it.

[@lizmil]

I love that you observed that silent communication between Paul and John. They had played together since they were about 15, no need for words!

[@Terry-dl4nf]

You got it right when you said "ground breaking". It's hard for younger people today, with over 50 years of music development, to appreciate how revolutionary the Beatles' music was at the time ... there had never been anything like it. Try listening to their first number one hit in America, "I want to hold your hand", The excitement and raw energy in their performance of this song crashed into the American psyche like nothing else before or after, and music would never be the same again ... and the Beatles became a sensation!

[@fday1964]

The Beatles created so much in a short time. Paul McCartney was 26 when he wrote this.

[@loosilu]

I thnk he was 24, actually.

[@betsyab121]

I don't think so. In 1968, Paul was 26, and John Lennon was going through his divorce. I believe he married Yoko at the end of 1968.

[@loosilu]

@@betsyab121 Paul was born in June 1942, so I stand corrected! he was 26. John married Yoko in March 1969, just 8 days after Paul married Linda.

[@betsyab121]

@@loosilu That sounds about right. 😀

[@loosilu]

@@betsyab121 I mean, it's TOTALLY normal to get married one day without telling your best friend, and then that best friend gets married out of the blue 8 days later.

[@TheStephenMozier]

It is quite humorous during the second verse, as you noticed that John and Paul were communicating by glances. What happened here was that John was supposed to come in with a backing vocal but missed it. Paul in turn looks to him like "John, where are you?" John responds, "What? Oh sh---, I missed it! Sorry!" Then they keep playing, with nothing really missed.

[@AlBarzUK]

The guys at the beginning was David Frost, a HUGE television personality and presenter with several programmes under his name. The music they played was his programme signature tune usually played by the studio orchestra.

[@rodweinmeyer1435]

Let it Be. A masterpiece. In 50 years they will still be disecting their music.

[@mikephalen3162]

It's impossible to get full appreciation of The Beatles by their music alone. You must consider the era in which they evolved. They developed in the 1960s alongside the ever-changing culture, often leading the way in pop music. You can listen independently to "Please Please Me" from the early years to "Norwegian Wood" from the middle years to "Something" from the final years and appreciate the greatness of each song, but you need the context of the whole to truly appreciate that The Beatles are indeed the greatest band of all time.

[@betsyab121]

Paul McCartney wrote and sang this song for John Lennon's (guy in glasses) young son, Julien. In 1968, John was divorcing his first wife, Cynthia, for his new lover Yoko Ono. Paul wrote the song for Julian to help him deal with the bad time he was experiencing. This song clocked in at almost 7 minutes when songs on the radio rarely surpassed 3 minutes. When the record executives complained that the song would never get any airplay because it was too long, John Lennon came back with, "They will if it's us!" And he was absolutely right. Hey Jude was number one on the charts for 8 weeks! Check out their broadcast of All You Need is Love! It was filmed live as the very first satellite broadcast around the world in 1967. A billion people must have seen it when it came on. It's a beautiful John Lennon song that conveys exactly what the title says. I love that one, too!

[@heidibrown342]

Paul McCartney wrote Hey Jude for Julian Lennon, John's son. His parents were divorcing and this was a song of encouragement for the young child.

[@dagmar.6954]

I grew up with the Beatles music & had most of their records. They were part of the British Invasion. You can't go wrong with any of their music. They had so many great songs in the 60's-70's.

[@mikewarker4445]

Michael, you’ve just begun your journey. The Beatles the Best there’s ever been hands down. My suggestion, start reacting from their start to the end to truly appreciate their evolution and their greatness

[@general-cromwell6639]

Well, the Beatles, Hey Jude. I was going to say something long and profound. I suppose, we should just, "Let it be". Clever is easy, making it stick, not so much. All the best. Cheers.

[@bobbybrettel5422]

Two great music videos by the Beatles are... Revolution....and In my Life......also Here Comes the Sun...... cannot go wrong

[@Saffy-yr8vo]

Their message to the world was always from all four of them was LOVE. Just LOVE.

[@bobmessier5215]

The world does need more of The Beatles. All You Need is Love!!!

[@teniahayzlett2709]

Point of info: Harry Potter was wearing John Lennon glasses!

[@queenslanddiva]

That was my thought too! These young people have no idea 😅

[@kayecastleman6353]

@Michael Rogers True dat. But didn't granny glasses come in a rectangular shape, too? Like Ben Franklin's? I can't remember for sure...

[@tomwareham7944]

You know your getting old when people of the younger generation such as yourself don't know the magnitude of the impact the BEATLES had on the world of music . At one time during their rise to fame they had 7 of the top 10 hits in the charts and the other 3 were written by them . They introduced the British invasion to your country and were instrumental in introducing innovative new ideas to the music industry . I suggest you go back to their beginning and move forward , not only will you be amazed ,as they were responsible for writing over 4oo recognised hit songs it will give you content for years , sit back and enjoy the ride you won't be disappointed

[@wpl8275]

The thing to understand about them is how they worked constantly. They put out at least 2 albums a year and several singles a year. 150 songs over 7 years. 20 songs a year. And not schlock to fill a record. Today a hard working band is one that puts out a record every two years. And the record might have one decent song and the rest are fillers. Not to mention there are 5 producers and different songwriters for every song. The Beatles, other than covers, created all their own material and had one producer. What you got from them was them. From the early 2 minute songs perfectly crafted and harmonized to the later 6 minute songs like Hey Jude. They went from A to Z. Evolved. Experimented. Revolutionized. There never was a band like them and there never will be another one like them.

[@virginiawaters955]

I graduated in 1969. A couple of months before graduation, the senior teachers were called to the office for a short meeting leaving us alone with our doors (10) open to the hall. One guy who was a rock singer and really good, got up out in the hall and started singing this song. Some of us joined in. By the time the last chorus came along, almost 250 kids were singing. The senior teachers came back pretty quickly but didn’t stop the singing. 1969. Blacks, whites. Rednecks, jocks, preps, nerds, geeks, and hippies. This was in South Georgia. It was a unifying moment.

[@kayecastleman6353]

What a wonderful memory, and so in keeping with the aura of the Beatles. They were all about bringing people together, especially at this point in their career.

[@Alice-hp6yb]

I’m in the UK and the Beatles have such a timeless appeal. I’m mid 40s when I was at University in the 90s every student night ended up with Hey Jude and we all sang along at the top of our voices. Happy times 😊

[@gkiferonhs]

IT is so common with Beatles songs for them to incorporate seemingly unrelated beats/sounds/rhythms and yet the work. If you've not listened to the Beatles much, you're in for a ride!

[@itsmadfar]

That was the essence of The Beatles' core: Peace, love, and Innovation- all delivered in the spirit of irreverence and playfulness. You can get a glimpse of their dynamics on the video series, "Get Back," a restored view of the recording sessions that produced the album by the same name and their final ever performance on the rooftop of the Apple recording headquarters. This was shortly before their impending break-up which had been stirring conflict and some acrimony,. A peak at some of this underlying tension is evident in the videoed sessions.. Still, what you're left with are the qualities that united them: their lighthearted brotherly rapport and their comical and playful interactions. Yes, you put your finger on the pulse of what made the Beatles so extraordinary.

[@panchiolarranaga1616]

The fucking best band in history, best band ever John, Paul, George & Ringo, The Beatles!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@RAAF1017]

We're all lucky to have shared the same time and space with The Beatles and their music...

[@Becausent7]

I like how you zeroed in on how connected the Beatles were as they performed. Yes they rehearsed the beans out of every song they ever recorded like this. Also you are spot on with how this could never be done today, because people as a whole are far more self absorbed, and they would be taking "Selfies" and such. Your reaction is priceless.

[@TheMkarr]

I still tear up even after all these years. I was 11 & was afraid they were not going to show up again. We were spoiled & had grown to expect a "hit" every week ( they allowed The Stones time ) b4 the next. Over 450 songs, two world tours & 3 movies in 8 years !. Imagine. Good pick my man.

[@Kevonutube303]

Welcome to the Beatles!!!! Really do encourage you to go deep into their fabulous collection of music. I would also suggest that you start all the way back to 1964 and progress and grow thru the years as they and we did. It's a remarkable journey. Between the group and their individual accomplishments, you could listen to a different song "every" day for "year" and not hear the same thing twice. Enjoy!!!!!!

[@gronkmusic7973]

It was great to watch your reaction when the song changes gear into the refrain section! Brilliant, reminded me of how I felt when I first heard it.

[@TerryT304]

The David Frost Show was the most popular talk show of the time, the intro the Beatles play is the intro for the David Frost Show. The crowd who get up behind the Beatles is the audience on the night for The David Frost Show.

[@ClearTheRubble7]

I had the pleasure of seeing this on TV, with my mom, the day that this aired on the David Frost show in 1968. It stuck in my mind since I was nine years old, but wasn't sure whether or not it was a "false memory" until I saw it on KZbin over 50 years later. I remember both me and my mom being blown away, not only by the song, but by the audience coming on stage in all their diverse ethnic backgrounds, colors, religions, ages, etc. Still blows me away. I'm glad that KZbinrs like you are still bringing it up, reacting to it in a positive way. 🤠

[@dannygriffith6185]

In the US it was first shown on " The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour"... They always had THE best & most current music acts on.

[@ClearTheRubble7]

@@dannygriffith6185 Yup, we always watched that show. They introduced me to Buffalo Springfield playing "For What It's Worth," which made a strong impression on me even at my young age. And Donovan doing "Atlantis"...☮

[@jeanmyers1787]

They were laughing at each other, John was pulling faces at Paul.

[@jamessimmons1486]

The unity you speak of came from the 1960’s peace,love and unity movement. White, Black, Brown, Red, Male or female, it didn’t matter everybody was your brother and sister. You nailed it.

[@kbob1163]

The "speaking without saying words" part is Paul telling John "you forgot to put your harmony on this part." John remembers the second time around.

[@patmuldoon9369]

Yeah, you're right about their connection. Paul was around 15, George was 14, and John was 16 when they met and started playing music together.

[@tonydagostino6158]

Paul was encouraging John's first son, Julian, to work on improving his relationship with John's new love, Yoko Ono. You are absolutely right, the world needs more Beatles

[@t0dd000]

Arguably their greatest song. But ... they had so many. To have that much talent in one band. Just incredible.

[@Darkkfated]

4 solid minutes of "na na na, hey Jude" and yet.. it never gets old. Ever.

[@whiteandenglish6360]

Greetings from England MD. my fav Beatles song is, this boy.

[@falcon215]

Great catch on the silent communication that was going on: during the third verse John forgot to sing his harmony part. Him and Paul both picked up on it at the same time. Tightest band ever.

[@MrsColumbo823]

I’ve done a good deal of traveling around the world and no matter the language, if you sit down at an outdoor cafe and start humming “nananana”, people chime in. Every. Single. Time. A love-in happens and people smile, laugh, sway and then back to business but you had the magic for that one moment. That’s what the Beatles are all about to me. ♥️ ✌️

[@craigstern6751]

I’m glad you enjoyed it and got the meaning .That guy on the piano is Sir Paul McCartney . Possibly the greatest musician/ writer/ producer and philanthropist to walk the earth. Seeing with the Beatles and several times with wings and his not so new band. Epic, it’s not a concert it’s a sojourn. Peace

[@Broomrider1492]

I was a freshman in high school when this was released. I remember seeing them for the first time on The Ed Sullivan Show in 1964.

[@jamesdrynan]

Directed by Lindsay-Hogg, the ending used 300 extras for the chanting. A 36 piece orchestra enters at 5:37, playing unison notes behind the band. A LOVE-IN! Fantastic!

[@timbeatty8411]

I just subscribed if you're doing more Beatles then I'm in. Great reaction!

[@thomasaquinas157]

Still gives me chills after 55 years.

[@joannparker1977]

One of their best. Yes, the unity for sure! ☮️💟❤️

[@bonniebates185]

So interesting to watch a young guy hearing these songs for the first time. I was a teen in the sixties, went to Woodstock, lived in NYC and saw all the best bands live. All the great songs from the sixties have aged well.

[@plother4242]

The communication you mentioned is right. Only the best of bands can do that. You also see that a lot with Queen. Freddie and the rest of the band just look or nod a certain way and they get the message. The Beatles were very good with their crowds. They loved their fans and included everyone. They wrote so many fantastic songs in the short time they were together.

[@dawntextor8170]

Special place in my heart, it wad the number 1 song the day i wad born in 1968 and always been one of my favorites

[@spiritualhammer392]

I love how the kid sitting next to Ringo's kit, during the end segment when everyone joins on the stage, is playing Ringo's tambourine from the first verse of the song. Imagine how cool that must have been.

[@kurtb8474]

I remember when this song came out. I used to put a dime in the juke box at our local A&W and play it.

[@Smitty8858]

Loving your reactions! I wish I could go back and hear their catalogue for the first time again

[@paulascott5701]

This is the Beatles at the end. To understand them you have to start from the beginning - 1962 in England. They didn't change with the times, they changed the times. Everybody followed and copied them. They wrote one really good song after another year after year. They just kept topping themselves. Their unique harmonies that can't be emulated add to their specialness. Go to the beginning....

[@darthv1001]

The Beatles were the sound of my youth. The "Jude" in the song was John's son Julian. As others have said the Beatles evolved every year during their existence and produced the first "Concept" album in Sgt Peppers Lonley hearts club band that you have to listen to. John was shot dead in NYC on 8th December 1980 after being asked to sign an autograph outside his apartment building when returning home with Yoko Ono. I refuse to mention his killers name. He was a genius who for me was the soul of the band.

[@markschultz5373]

The Beatles are easily the greatest of all time. Anyone who says otherwise is either uniformed or biased. Every member went on to have a successful solo career as well. Come together Get back Don't let me down Something Revolution Help Hard days night Penny Lane And that's just to get you started!!! Their catalog is massive, I could name another 20 songs and still have more to put down.

[@Azabaxe80]

7:39 I'm sure all those kids in that audience, most in their late 60s and early 70s today if they are alive, would tell you that the Beatles were the ambassadors of youth culture in 1968, and they, better than anyone else in the music and wider cultural landscape, could pull off the message of unity.

[@kayecastleman6353]

True.

[@909kirk]

How wonderful it must be to be just now discovering The Beatles! While the band only lasted 8 years, the mark they made on music will last forever! One movie you may want to watch is "Yesterday". It kind of reminds me of your story of a world in which The Beatles never existed.

[@christopherone1]

if you watch, every time Paul looks at Lennon, he smiles and starts to laugh...they loved each other.I didn't know there was anyone on earth left who didn't know who the Beatles were - are?

[@GinnyRobertsonLLC]

This song still brings people together today, whenever/wherever it's played.

[@danlayne9436]

Recommend a Beatles song? Umm... all of them. That's probably the hardest question to answer. Every song they had brought something new to the table. But here are some of my favorites: In My Life Hey Bulldog You've Got to Hide Your Love Away Tomorrow Never Knows No Reply Come Together Strawberry Fields Forever .... too many more The Beatles may not be your favorite band, but they absolutely the best band. Sales and hits aside, they did more for the production and artistry of music than most realize. They helped to wrest power away from the production companies and give it to the artists. There will never be another Beatles. Thank for the insightful reaction. I look forward to more.

[@braemtes23]

No Paul or George song? You are doing this new listener a disservice.

[@danlayne9436]

@@braemtes23 Good call... I didn't even think about that. Martha, My Dear While My Guitar Gently Weeps We Can Work It Out Penny Lane (wife refused to let me name my daughter Penny, or my son Arnold) Oh, Darling ... still many many more

[@quantanglement]

What is going on I think is at about 3.15 is John is supposed to be singing a harmony starting at 3.08 ("remember...") but it seems he plain ol' forgets. And John realizes - but too late. They both understand. Then at about 4.18 John does come in as he should and Paul smiles a few seconds later. Happy he remembered this time.

[@timothyking7117]

I listened to the remastered double CD ‘Sergeant Pepper’ anniversary, and I was amazed how The Beatles would talk to each other through their instruments. After a while, I felt like I had learned a new language. Abbey Road engineer once said the musical telepathy between them was mind boggling

[@leahdoerr731]

Hello from Cody Wyoming! you're awesome keep it up. You have just witnessed greatness... no auto tune. Welcome to the Beatles rabbit-hole, all are welcome put your seatbelt on😊

[@npecina]

I remember watching this show on TV. A live broadcast highly anticipated. We were up on our feet, at home, swaying arm in arm and singing along. It was FUN, and also sad, because we knew it was their last televised performance as a group.

[@imfranki]

The unspoken communication was paul telling john he missed coming in on the verse

[@rebeccastarovich6079]

'Jude' is Julian Lennon, John's son. Paul McCartney wrote this song about John Lennon's son, so when you caught Paul and John communicating without speaking, there's a lot behind those nods and smiles. I believe the song is about Julian (Jude) dealing with John's divorce from his mom. Great reaction. I've fallen down the reaction video rabbit hole tonight, and yours stand out...your joy in great art. Very nice.

[@danstone6871]

They sent researchers out and about around London the day before the recording to invite a snapshot of what London looked like at that time. A rich mix of people that clearly enjoyed their day with The Beatles. That is a sweet example of diverse people getting along just fine. We could do with a bit of that vibe nearly sixty years on.

[@starlightshimmery]

The old guy with the flowers in his glasses & a drink in his hand always makes this for me 😂 he’s just grooving away in his happy world. Maybe got a bit much for Paul when he started patting him on the head 😂Love this live performance so much, it’s the best vibe 🥳 Love that you see different races and ages all hanging out together and singing and loving it. We have to keep that vibe alive!

[@adamplace1414]

Getting to sing along to this in concert, with Sir Paul on stage leading 20,000 more voices, is practically a religious experience that I'll never forget.

[@Peakyourself888]

The beatles were together nearly 8 years before they became famous Paul and John even longer than that! They played thousands upon thousands of hours together and knew each other so well. Paul Mccartney is without a doubt one of the greatest musicians ever if you want a tiny glimpse into how good he is watch the live version of Maybe Im Amazed live rockshow.

[@looneygardener]

The Beatles were a lightening streak in the sky, a flash of genius, here, then gone. Did we actually see that? Were they real or a crazy acid dream? The Beatles, like Wordsworth, or Beethoven or Lord Byron. Classic.

[@mcscotty325]

This is the first time you've ever heard this song? Do you live in Antarctica? My exchange student Chinese girlfriend just came out of the shower while I was playing this video and started singing along. No BS.