First Time Reaction to Everlast - What it's Like

[@VinceEmbry]

This song humbles me. I usually play it a couple of times a year to keep me humble. I've known all of these people.

[@c.michellesparks2925]

Not only have I known them, I've been one of them. Stay humble kind sir. We all should cause it could be you next. Ya never know.

[@jameso7826]

It's crazy that this some was released in 1998 and it's still as relevant as it is.

[@robertwilson2007]

It has been relevant since the dawn of Civilization.

[@Brandi6666]

@@robertwilson2007exactly. Interesting what some young folks think, i bet they think some problem began in the 90’s😮

[@kennethriddle433]

@@Brandi6666 "Every generation blames the one before, when all of their frustrations come knocking at the door."

[@bladeshred01]

It's also crazy that in the same decade this man was the lead singer of House of Pain

[@AlderPeak]

Not that crazy. One of the major themes that persist throughout humanity is judgement and hate. Countering that will always be relevant.

[@roydownes2458]

this song pulls absolutely NO punches.

[@maureenwagg5305]

It's my karaoke song and I blew my younger brother's mind. He knew the song but that was the first time he actually paid attention to the lyrics. It is mind blowing and accurate even today. It is about empathy.

[@chadro_g1145]

I still struggle to listen to this song, and my wife simply cannot do it. In 1999, we literally got woke up to hear the news, that her little brother had been killed by a drunk driver the night before. It took her years to be able to sleep with the lights off after that. This song came out kind of around that exact time, which is why that last verse hits us so hard. He was just 18, had just graduated high school, just bought a new truck, and was literally taken before he could make the first payment on it. Then, his “friends” took it to ride around in for a few days after the fact. I was shocked, actually I think we all were, when the Dodge dealership took it back and ate the loss themselves, as they had it moved multiple states away and sold as used. That way we would never see it driving down the road and have to deal with that. Crazy times when you’ve been married for just 3 years. It was hard, but I’m glad I could be there before, during, and after it for my wife and her family. It’s wild to think that was 25 years ago in August. She still struggles with his loss now from time to time. Anyway, be careful out there and try to never put your family in the position of going through the same thing! Your actions can destroy families, as it did hers.

[@maxxidle]

The level of empathy you showed for this emotionally complex song was beautiful!

[@dragonwood4562]

I used to volunteer as an EMT. Every winter we would go around and try to get the homeless to go to the shelters. There was one we never bothered with. He was homeless by choice. He used to be a doctor, he got tired of all the red tape preventing him from helping people. So he quit his practice and moved to the street. That way, he could get to know the people that needed the help he hadn't been allowed to give. And they would trust him more, because a lot of them were veterans that didn't trust anyone from "the system." So, like the song says. Don't judge others. Instead, learn their story and get to know them.

[@christopherconner3564]

When asked, Hands down this is my favorite song. Always enjoy when younger people first discover this song. Especially when they really understand what he’s singing about.

[@brians2869]

I'm Irish American as well, a little younger than him... was actually surprised he's still with us... he's great

[@Anthony-k7t]

He nearly died from a heart attack, congestive heart failure 😢. It changed him deeply and he had things he had to say 🙏😊. Things he suddenly realized What it's like 😢❤. The reason he left HOP

[@sf0tacticalguy]

You're one of the very few reviewers that I've seen that picked up on the perfect family aspect. Love you Tasha!

[@tashajackson]

❤️❤️❤️

[@srt8rocketship241]

Everyone has a different story. Those that can listen respectfully may gain wisdom. This song hits reality in a thoughtful way.

[@alephbright]

My partner and I became homeless over course of ten years. I lost my great job after working there for ten years, I couldn't find another one. Eventually we moved in with my wife's parents and we were their live-in caretakers. I worked whatever jobs I could find and went to school to be a medical assistant. I had a nervous breakdown during my externship because my chronic pain made doing the work next to impossible. Her parents passed away during the Pandemic and we struggled to get assistance. Eventually we wound up living in our car for six months before my brother was able to take us in. And I know we're lucky compared to so many other people. Two or three times a week we drove past a homeless camp made of secondhand and homemade tents hiding in the woods when we'd go to the store and sell plasma. All it took for everything to go wrong was for me to get downsized from a job I thought I'd eventually retire from.

[@conniekat3424]

I had forgotten about this song...good pick Robert!

[@Nanashi_MYOB]

There are 2 other Everlast songs I would highly recommend. 1 off this same album is "White Trash Beautiful," the other is more recent titled, "I Get By."

[@anthonyv6962]

You're great at providing a reaction and commentary. You're an insightful young lady, keep up the great work. Subscribed!

[@tashajackson]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@clifhaley5150]

This entire album is amazing.

[@stevebrown9955]

A beautiful song about the truth

[@tashajackson]

🎉 Special Shout out to Robert for this request! ❤ What I like about this song is the unique style this band has; a mix between hip hop, alternative rock which feels very 90's, and I love it! I also love that this song is a song with a message, definitely a conversation starter.

[@user-lg3ve1yn4u]

Thanks! 😀

[@tnightwolf]

This is a great insightful song for everyone!

[@happymethehappyone8300]

I offer the wisdom that I have lived my life by,, The earth is my mother and ALL her children my brothers & sisters ❤️ 👧 🌎 👦 ❤ Navajo/Bil Hozhoni (The Happy One)

[@mikesed860]

I am and older listener of a lot of music of many different styles, i prefer music from the seventies , in my opinion the best period of music because so much thought that went into the lyrics which created classis, now this song delivered on so many fronts, powerful lyrics, smart writing and cool groove. which there were more songs produced like this. Just freaking Awesome!!!

[@iammine7325]

Great reaction, song makes you think.

[@srt8rocketship241]

On The Turning Away live would be nice.

[@WilliamTowns-yd6cr]

This song makes one muse(think) ! Rock on my Dear Lady! Peace and love ta all!✌️❤️🙏🙏👍😎🫂🐍

[@jimspears5423]

Lot of truth in that song.

[@pamagnolia]

Great song! 😊

[@oldschoolfink3212]

The most impactful song released in the last 20 years. I'm not a Whitey Ford fan, but this song is so well done. One of my favorites this century.

[@MrKrazykraut]

Been nearly 30 but, ya

[@jamestaylor3805]

26 and change, last century... but yup. Its gonna get worse still before it gets better. Humans are just like that.

[@jamesescamilla1112]

Love all people! ❤

[@dianesorensen2549]

I think it's more about not judging at all. There's are always a millions reasons that people end up suffering. Even more damaging is using one’s religion to justify judgment.

[@srt8rocketship241]

I'm with you Tasha , lets leave politics out of it for once. Great song.

[@WayneDesforges]

Im a huge Everlast fan, if you liked this you should check out more... white trash beautiful is amazing, anything he has done with Santana also awesome... for a short wicked song try Grandma's hand.... make you remember your grandmother for sure

[@davidhodgson1011]

you know where it ends, it usually depends on where you start...

[@atuuschaaw]

Love this song and its message! A beautiful piece of social art! ♥

[@TTimpreza]

Empathy is the Key to acceptance

[@robertwilson2007]

My name is Robert but I am not the one you are saying Hi! too. But I will say HI !! Tasha 🤪🤪

[@tomiwilliams4273]

I like the song, nuff said. . .

[@happymethehappyone8300]

P.O.D. "Youth Of The Nation" (Official Music Video A MUST!!) 🔥❤🔥

[@carriepybus8929]

Yes please!

[@jessicaleblanc-nh1yl]

Absolutely! Such an incredible piece. =)

[@CCCowboy]

❤

[@tomiwilliams4273]

I like your hairstyle :)

[@cpop3078]

Everlast SAVING GRACE, and LETTERS FROM THE GARDEN OF STONE..if you do check out these two songs, do the video version.

[@Mike_For_Sure]

*pauses it to start the debate… ..says not to debate it.* 😂😂🍻

[@marklavor6618]

I remember this song Tasha

[@jasonmoad9784]

We all have a story.

[@EarthyBlendPOV]

This song is brilliant..that’s why I like Ren. They sing about the ugly truth.

[@AJJoers]

It’s ironic that people be saying one way is the right way on a song telling you not to judge

[@joshuafurler4205]

Truth. Regardless of what we each feel personally, it's hard to understand what someone is going through if you've never been through it. I don't expect someone that has never been through the abuse I went through to understand it. That doesn't mean I can't have empathy though for others and that's the real point of the song.

[@SuperAngryWalrus]

This song is all about a women's right and I commend you entertaining it.

[@kimberlyosborne1977]

Brenda's Got A Baby by Tupac is a great song for that conversation. 😢

[@brians2869]

Top Baltimore

[@JoshuaBrown-t9g]

If only people would look at life this way. Walk as you are representing the Lord. Amen

[@vincentwilliams71]

👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@phroz3n]

Knowing when this song was released really puts into perspective how far ahead of its time it was. Things like abortion, homelessness, "gangster life", whatever was taboo. This song is asking you to feel what it's like to live in their situation, to know nothing but that unfortunate life. And it was so well-received and popular, but yet we still seem to be so far from having this type of widespread empathy.

[@knightngail1]

I just clicked on this coz it was in the algorithm and didn't realize it was you!! T 😂😊 Edit: just subscribed😊

[@tashajackson]

lol Thank you ❤️

[@LlamaFantasy]

It was.

[@billpimentel-vm6cu]

Everlast is also the singer in House of Pain who sang Jump Around. Big hit.

[@tomiwilliams4273]

veterans can get help by VA, lots of good volunteers!

[@Rembrant65]

Amanda Palmer Voicemail for Jill

[@christopherking4932]

Awesome reaction/ can you please react to the avett Brothers/ headfull of doubt/ road full of promise.

[@richardcranium5048]

You should do Black Jesus another banger by him

[@billyjak7]

Great song. Great message. Mind your own damn business.

[@TheUniversalAxiom]

[@corbelius6]

There is no discussion. I'm a Man. I should NEVER be able to tell any Woman what to do with her body.

[@coryboedeker6300]

The thing is... there is more than one body involved.

[@zivo24]

@@coryboedeker6300- Science does not agree.

[@coryboedeker6300]

@@zivo24 Care to explain?

[@AdoreYouInAshXI]

Regardless of your personal views on abortion (and everyone is obviously entitled to have an opinion) this song isn't about that. It's not about the morality or legality of abortion, or body autonomy. It's about being decent to people themselves, and not judging when you don't know what their circumstances may be. That's it. You can be against abortion and still acknowledge this.

[@irodney47]

There are few songs more powerful than this one

[@BruceStanton-pb7wt]

You're so wise & gorgeous (no diss)

[@Sober2003]

Hey man this is America last time I checked and you should be able to have your opinion on any subject. And if people don’t like it let them scroll on! Just saying! Because their are very few artists who feel like women shouldn’t have the right to choose over their own bodies!

[@JasonBrossa]

I'm going crazy in the comments. There are only two rules of thought on this subject and both are correct that is why there is a problem. Woman control their own body and also a baby is another life away from her a new life. Both true

[@annfox343]

I believe you should have the choice but it shouldn't be used as birth control.

[@kathleenmurphy6220]

I totally agree. Some people use it as such. Responsibility is the word…

[@Ilikeryche]

I think abortion as birth control and other types of birth control have totally messed up society.

[@ThePrincepiggy]

Or minding your own business would work as well

[@Ilikeryche]

@@ThePrincepiggy Who?

[@danielkinn782]

If you have the choice...Men shoukd have the choice to not pay child support.

[@bladeshred01]

From Jump around with HOP to just being a dude with a guitar

[@JudiWofford-mj5du]

This song has nothing to do with a woman's body this song was before all y'all's bullshit

[@jayjonasen3325]

God bless the homeless 🙏 and hurting 🙏

[@garrydobson2626]

Don’t get crazy in the comments. Don’t lay down if you’re not ready to get pregnant.

[@TheLegmann]

Except that isn't the case in more complicated situations, but we all know you don't care about that

[@2were5678]

Have the kid

[@TheLegmann]

Not a real kid

[@chopa2less]

Heard the name but never heard him before. Pretty good song, not great. Good message.

[@6alcantara]

The abortion subject becomes controversial when the right of one person (the pregnant woman) enters in conflict with the right of another person (the human fetus).

[@dustnbones0013]

No it doesn't, no one unborn or born has a right to another person's body

[@6alcantara]

@@dustnbones0013 and no person has the right to end another person's life, unless their own life is at risk.

[@spinalobifida]

​@@dustnbones0013 that applies to you too. You didn't have the right to be in your mom?

[@lowlifehighroad]

@@6alcantaraweird, because its completely legal (rightfully so) in my country. 🖤

[@snoodlegirl1794]

They never talk about danger of abortion to the woman

[@johnfujishiro]

Pro choice/Pro Life! Not a winning subject to debate on either side.

[@ScotMayo420]

Smoke weed and vote for President Trump.