🎵 Gerry Rafferty - Right Down the Line REACTION

[@WojMoj]

This might be the most perfect love song ever written. No fluff. No filler. Just an expression of appreciation and intimacy.

[@sealdrup]

Agree and with such great musicality.

[@alanh7247]

gotta be one of the most yawn-inducing songs ever

[@sealdrup]

@@alanh7247 I think you are the outlier here. But you what they say about opinions and *holes. Peace out.

[@BlowinFree]

@@alanh7247 i bet anything you haven’t had a woman ‘right down the line’

[@donaldpennington7646]

Well said

[@Cadinho93]

How can you NOT love this song? The vibes are immaculate. Also, without question one of the greatest love songs ever written.

[@GeneOh]

I know right, it's just top tier music.

[@Elphie204]

Immaculate- yes!

[@1crazyblondie]

6

[@zzzzzach]

Yes, because it's not a falling in love song. It's matured and has stood the test of time. It's an expression of love that comes from a deep appreciation of the partner for who they are and all that they have given, the loyalty, perseverance, devotion. It sort of makes me sit up and take stock.

[@LOKISlog7]

Songs like this can save your life, wake you up, and give you the courage to express what you're feeling without feeling shame or vulnerability. Thank you Gerry RIP

[@iainweller452]

I couldn’t have put it better

[@bryanbeard843]

❤❤❤

[@brucemarmy8500]

Thank you for saying that.

[@classiclife7204]

A beautiful love song from a husband to his wife. Rafferty's life was one of the most tragic in rock music. The extensive Wikipedia article is almost unbearably sad to read. A generally depressed person who hated celebrity, he turned to drink for solace and eventually died of it (2011). And yet, he gave the world this beautiful thing.

[@drew2ist]

Thanks for adding that comment. It seems like the best songs are written by people who have deep trauma.

[@classiclife7204]

@@drew2ist Indeed. In fact, artistic temperament itself often seems accompanied by at least some sadness. And as we know, some of those folks self-medicate.

[@MLCAgaming]

He was scottish he would have drank famous or not famous

[@dianedarby442]

Wow. . . I haven't heard this in 100 years - I forgot how absolutely beautiful and touching it is. I hope you realize that in your discovery of these gems, you're reminding so many of us of these beautiful songs that we grew up with and haven't heard in so long. Thank you!! xox

[@shmeggylou5671]

I hear ya!...I was young and didn't appreciate this when I first heard it, but now that Brad and Lex have "reintroduced" me to it, I realize its subtle beauty.

[@artis1969]

This song fit neatly into the elevator music genre when it was current. For me, those were songs I heard on the am soft rock that our school bus driver listened to. I never appreciated because of that association. Now in middle age, and knowing the struggles Rafferty went through, I totally appreciate the song and the composition. He was a great songwriter and maker of melodies.

[@tadanott300]

Feel the same. I felt like that with The Pretender they reacted to. So glad I heard that song.

[@AdamMcGahan]

Right? I bought the "City to City" album for _Baker Street_ , but this song and _The Ark_ felt immediately like home. So beautiful.

[@zenpuppy6025]

That song holds up so well with the passing of time. I never get tired of hearing that song.

[@murrayspiffy2815]

I'd pay a million bucks - just to feel the way Lex feels during this song. Young and in love - starting a family - doing your best to get by - looking to her northern star for long term guidance.

[@bmd794]

Right? Some people just don't know how lucky they are.

[@rk41gator]

@@bmd794 and some people DO.

[@ejdolo]

Id spend my millions on a Lambo

[@robinbolton6064]

Well said Spiff.

[@Ozarks420]

LOVE LOVE LOVE this song. Rafferty is so under rated.

[@chrisb9577]

Baker Street was so huge when it came out that this song (also from his 1978 City To City album) is sometimes forgotten and doesn't get the recognition it deserves. Its a masterpiece IMO.

[@lockandloadlikehell]

You haven't been watching Euphoria, eh

[@danielmurphy4429]

You two are so much fun to watch, you play off each other perfectly. Thanks for another Gerry Rafferty reaction, I thoroughly enjoyed it.

[@zmarko]

This is one of my favorites from the 70s. It's so chill, with an awesome meaning/message, and is such a feel good song (to me).

[@anonw3829]

I haven't heard this in so long! I gotta go hug my wife...Thank you once again, you guys are a good example.

[@user1952-e4g]

An absolute lyrical masterpiece set to captivating instrumentation. Thanks, Gerry, RIP, and may you have a better life upstairs.

[@kellifranklin9872]

I’m generally a hard rockin woman but I absolutely love this song. I always have. It’s just smooth and a great love song. Great choice guys!

[@theodoreritola7641]

Welcome to the 70s EVERY BOODY

[@redsmoker37]

This is the song to dedicate to your woman. It's definitely Gerry's best track, i believe written for his actual wife.

[@chetcarman3530]

I suspect this is not the song Brad would likely dedicate to HIS woman...

[@bencool8239]

Steelers wheel...

[@grelch]

You can tell that this song was written with a feeling of contrition to his wife. He was becoming an alcoholic by the time he wrote this for her, and it got bad enough a decade later that she finally divorced him.

[@brucebrewer36]

I was born in 1970. This song reminds me of riding in the back seat of the car going somewhere with my parents. They got an "FM converter adapter" and we were able to listen to music clearer than ever compared to AM. There were only a few FM stations at the time. Great memories.

[@grantpaterson1016]

One of the best songwriters Scotland ever produced... amazing talent. Lovely story behind this song too.

[@toadmeister1964]

Gerry Rafferty, a wonderful songwriter and performer. Prior to his solo success he was a member of the Humblebums with Billy Connelly. Yes THAT Billy Connelly.

[@mjbbell]

I was just about to mention The Humblebums

[@ellab8897]

There’s Stealers Wheel, too. (I did a yt search and Stealers Wheel worked. I think Steelers Wheel might be it. I think a yt search for it would also work.)

[@johnlaiche5750]

Gerry Rafferty’s song,” Get it right next time,” should your next song. Great message.

[@chrisstory563]

good tune and minor hit when it came out. sadly night owl got poorly promoted. it a great follow up to city to city. his 2 80's album Snakes & ladders and Sleepwalking were pretty good not his best work. there are some good songs off those albums.

[@kevinmcinnis2453]

I only heard it 4 months ago? ....its great ...i can tell you how many times i listened to it since then...i cant believe to this day how i missed it

[@raymcarthur3870]

Man that is a good song! Nice call I haven’t heard it in years but I fixing to now.

[@Geerladenlad]

That's not how that works 😃

[@TranslateToEnglish]

Moonlight and Gold should be the next Rafferty song.

[@slap_A_flamingo]

I suffer from PPD. I play this song everytime we have a disagreement. I can be unbearable sometimes but her love and support she has for me never stops. I don't do well with words but this song tells her how much her and my kids mean to me. When you meet the one that you're meant to be with. You become like one with them. You no longer feel alone. No matter how hard the day feels, you look at them and you realise how lucky you are. You guys are awesome!

[@paulrollings5291]

Well said!

[@slap_A_flamingo]

@@paulrollings5291 thank you buddy.

[@maxfit68906]

Did you notice as the song progressed how her smile got bigger? Even he began to have a slight sway. That’s what this song does to you. Iconic.

[@martinstubbs7974]

No over elaborations, just simple beautiful music. This guy never made a bad song. Love your reactions. Take care you guys. Best wishes from the UK.

[@kimberlinibambini1988]

Oh man, this one and “Baker Street” have always been big favorites of mine- and...awww, you 2 together-😍😍🙂

[@Wasted_Talent007]

You can definitely hear the "Stuck in the middle with you" vocals he carried when he sang for Steelers Wheel in this tune. Especially the WeeeeOhhh at the end.

[@stevedahlberg8680]

What a perfect heartfelt reaction to this beautiful song. I hadn't listened to this in Forever and I'm sitting there loving the chord changes especially in that bridge. And his vocal delivery is not dramatic but he does a lot of things that are fairly difficult but he just kind of compacts them into these easy looking things and it sounds great. Man your reaction was just absolutely precious you guys.

[@crazyfingers19]

Blasted at full volume as I dressed for my wedding. Special song, for sure!

[@joannkennedy3563]

You too 1978

[@AncientWisdomTeachingsLLC]

“Your girl knew when she was 15”… That was so damn sweet… ❤️

[@markwest9119]

From the 2:45 to 3:30 mark Lex is dispensing pearls of wisdom beyond her years. Love your channel Brad & Lex.

[@outtahere321]

We all need to spread more love and kindness to each other every day. Life is short and many people hurt and it is good if we can ease each other's pain along the way. RIP Gerry and thank you for the awesome music.

[@raymondboyd1200]

This and Dancing in the Moonlight are my happy places.

[@rick262]

Good choice guys, this is one of my favorite songs from the 70's. For me, music like this never gets old.

[@cinthiak8276]

Great song I love the lyrics, his voice and the instrumentals. It's so meaningful.

[@313Orlando]

Bro! Im 47 and from Detroit. This song is one of the chillest. I blaze and smile . This was always one of my kick backerz

[@jamescourt5201]

I just found this song again taking my daughter on college tours o the radio. Hadn't heard it since the 80's. I always thought it was a Jackson Brown song for some reason. Amazing song.

[@shellzmoe8966]

Alright y’all, you have now reacted to perfection. This is my “go to” song like when I get a song stuck in my head that I don’t care for, I instantly put this one in my head instead to wipe away any crap, and it makes me happy again. I can always depend on this one! Best lyrics ever!

[@harpergras]

This is my favorite song by Gerry...He was an awesome performer...R.I.P...I play this song for my wife all the time.

[@elizabethklaver7404]

Devotion. Through thick and thin.

[@kevinmauch5622]

I must say that I truly enjoy your video reactions and watch most if not all of them. You both have such kind and gentle spirits it is always a bright spot in my day to check out your latest offering. Keep it up. We need all the peace we can get.

[@raynscloud8072]

This is the song that I think of when I think of my wife. It's soooo sweet to hear Lex feel the same way about Brad. And the smile on Brad's face when she said she had no doubts; perfect!

[@goldiekildea2924]

This song reminds me of Atlantic City when my sister managed the Galaxy Motel back in the late 70's What crazy but awesome times we had! Thanks to the one who suggested this amazing song. 😊

[@donnacarter2617]

Wow Brings back childhood memories for sure, there was many songs like this in the 70's. Keep up the 70 vibe. You will not be disappointed.

[@sherrelwilson7354]

In my opinion this song is equal to, if not better, some of the best written love songs ever❤

[@757optim]

I think we were more romantic in the '60s & '70s. And 44 years down the road, this song hits a little different. Another reminder of the way we were.

[@roberttoews2775]

This song lives on in the conversation it sparked between the two of you. Love and the magic of music.

[@1903Zippy]

The wonderful Gerry Rafferty. A musical genius with a beautiful voice. You should try Shipyard Town. Easy to Talk, Welcome to Hollywood, Dont Speak of my Heart, The Royal Mile and so much more. You wont regret listening & enjoying his meaningful, and sometimes personal, music. Scotlands best ever. RIP Gerry.

[@retiredfirelt586]

Lex is such a special person... if we could all be so blessed. Props Brad. 😎

[@frankrizzo4460]

Yes I agree with you she's beautiful inside and out 🤗

[@stevenkerr8965]

One of my all-time favorites!! Outstanding message and arrangement. Stellar!!

[@5280Comics]

If there is a song that could sum up the 70’s sound it’s this. Love this song.

[@theodoreritola7641]

BEST 10 YEARS EVER ,,

[@davidnelson6874]

I simply adore the sentiment of this song. I also like the interesting percussion choices. It’s so unique.

[@kathyduvall1766]

I grew up listening to these songs. Such memories. Thank you Just loved this era.

[@beeseewill2407]

Love this song.The vocals, the production,great lyrics.Soothing sound all around.

[@tadanott300]

His voice and message are just so smooth. Love it!!!

[@warrenk5101]

This is like my favorite love song, mood song, driving song, sitting by the campfire song, its a favorite of mine

[@surlechapeau]

Brad & Lex, you'll like his "Night Owl"! (reached #5 in the UK).

[@arrowjsmith153]

much like my life in the 70s. Out driving around with my girlfriend and just listening to this. What a wonderful decade.

[@BeeRyan]

I just came to YT to listen to this.... then I remember Brad & Lex listened to it as well. Gerry Rafferty has a few of my favorite songs ever.

[@Montyhugo]

This one really brought tears to my eyes! I remember when this was played on the AM top 40 When it came out!🥲

[@JohnNewkirk1]

Excellent reaction! One of my favorite love songs. Probably because the lyrics seem genuine, coming from a deep place of sincere love and admiration. No cheesy, catchy lyrics. Plus, the musicality and delivery is beautiful!

[@janetheslet8667]

the bass sets the vibe then everything that happens with it is the icing. The words are exquisite. 2024 and I still love this.

[@topcat2069]

Gerry Rafferty lyrics so personal and tender, but with universal meaning. Magic 🧙‍♂🌞☀🔥 "Whatever's Written In Your Heart" another gospel like jam.

[@camvillar8177]

One of the most succinctly beautiful songs ever. Great choice!

[@rods1379]

You two are such a likeable couple!

[@mrcurtis73]

Gerry was also the lead singer of the band “Stealer’s Wheel.” They did the song “Stuck in the middle with you,” which I think y’all reacted to. I need to go back and watch that one again now. Lol 😊

[@richardlpalmer]

I love this song so much -- and was so happy to see you react to it. What beautiful sentiment...

[@TheKitchenerLeslie]

I still remember where I was when I first heard this song: in my car seat as a little kid. The radio was so dreamy back then.

[@russellaustin4988]

My ears have allways enjoyed this song. It's one that for some unknown reason it hits my sound enjoyment receptors and I have to listen to it again.

[@everettpelletier7936]

Fantastic melodies, vocals and lyrics. A+++ Love me some 70s

[@Rich-wi7dn]

Great reaction! Lex’s smile from the very beginning all the way through to the end is what it’s all about. Wishing you guys the best!

[@petersalerno4298]

Thanks for the memories, I feel you two would have loved the 70's and 80's.

[@theodoreritola7641]

Late 60s and 70s

[@robertreichle1]

I just discovered this song about four or five years ago, and it's now one of my top ten all-time favorite songs.

[@karlshuler1011]

I love this song, great song from start to finish, music, lyrics everything.

[@jeffjefferson7384]

This is so smooth, lush and intricate.

[@danielnovak4284]

Thanks for being sincere in you sharing and you're right about this generation not appreciating this kind of vulnerability. God bless you both!

[@scottmurray3490]

I have heard this great song a million times & never get sick of it. I actually had tears run down my face during this; loving Lex getting a bit emotional. Love u guys & pulling for you to be together always; Right Down the Line💪❤️

[@josephkellard6432]

Since I was a kid, I have loved this song in the same way he loves the woman he is singing about. ❤

[@jax4538]

Lex is always, and I mean always, spot on. Her insight is simply amazing.

[@michaelgladden5852]

This song brings back wonderful memories! I've always loved it!

[@Frostrazor]

Gerry had such a wonderful sound. Baker Street is my favorite but this is a close second. I love that yacht rock sound.

[@benjaminede6196]

Gerry Rafferty is a fantastic musician and writer. His music is so well produced,it’s very much from his heart about life I think. I can always listen to his music and it’s always brilliant 👏👏👏👏

[@AK-dt3mw]

You two are so cute! Rafferty is one of my favorites! Love the 70s vibe of this song...back when music was real and not created by machines!

[@eshea5050]

My Wife and I are 31, we were watching a TV show and this song came on. We had never heard this song before. We immediately shazamed the song, paused the show, put this song on the surround sound and danced to it.

[@nunya7319]

One of the if not the most beautiful love song ever written. So nice seeing you guys listening to music I grew up with. Thanks ♥♥

[@Asherfonseca]

I agree, expressing your love as he does in the song is soooo missing from too many people.

[@OnEvenKeel]

Such a perfect Brad and Lex reaction at the start. Brad contemplates the weight of the song - so serious, whereas Lex feels the music - the love, the joy.

[@targetshootr]

This is a great sing along especially riding down the road. Marty Balin of Jefferson Starship wrote one of the best ballads ever, "Miracles". The long version is about 6-7 minutes.

[@brucemarmy8500]

The haunting lead guitar, tugs gently at my soul. I am bound to follow.

[@kianpa1]

I’ve always loved this song! Thanks for bringing back some great memories! ❤

[@sassyjintheuk]

Lex your face was a joy to watch, showing such an honest and warm reaction. Thank you. Both! Sarah. x😊💕🇬🇧

[@imRehnzy]

it's crazy how forgotten Gerry is. His arrangements are incredible. I really recommend The Ark. The way the vocals are arranged are crazy

[@zzzzzach]

He could only be forgotten in an era like that when the quality of music was phenomenal. And then when you hear Gerry you're like, oh yeah, man this is so great!

[@ddwchamp]

My first time hearing this was during my high school years. Thanks for bringing back great memories.

[@kendoglarson5419]

One of my all time favorites. This is just smooth. Nice with a shot of old no. 7.

[@MrMarco855]

Beautiful way of describing how the song feels to you Lex. You guys are doing great, a very nice 'team'.

[@javelin1974]

There are two rock song that make me want to cry. Night Moves and this! It’s everything that I’ve never been creative enough to tell my wife.

[@BringItMAGA]

Lex is right. The way we loved in the 70s is no more. It was wonderful, wild, magical. Glad I got to experience it.

[@FeralPatrick]

Gerry's voice was SO smoooooov. My childhood is tied into his voice.

[@hibhibb5429]

I just Love you two together! To see your love for each other is Beautiful. Reminds me of me and my spouse. We've been together 34 years. Congratulations on having a baby. I predict you will both be Incredible parents!!

[@rogerodle8750]

"Home and Dry" is another excellent life/love song.

[@Pamledger478]

The both of you make this song more enjoyable as I love your expressions ❤️

[@r.plante2916]

Great soft rock tune with hooks, harmonies, and smooth production. WOO-MUN.

[@everybodysanactor]

This to me is top 5 greatest love songs ever written. Its so personal to Gerry and genuine. He was a mess and his wife never left. That kind of commitment doesnt exist anymore...