HANK WILLIAMS JR - A COUNTRY BOY CAN SURVIVE | REACTION

[@Teresia12]

Love this!! Country boys can survive no doubt. But so can country girls. We can shoot it, skin it, and cook it to perfection. We plant it, can it, store it. We also know how to cook on the fire and in the ground. We can take care of our families. It's what we do.

[@joelteague2008]

No doubt Southern folks can survive

[@marielaveau5321]

Amen!! 💜💚💛✌️

[@daveholyoak3837]

The perfect woman

[@snafubar5491]

Okay, I agree with all that. But can you cook real grits, make real Southern tea just like Momma could, and know who gets to hold the bag on the snipe hunt???

[@Teresia12]

@@snafubar5491 ROFL. Of course!!

[@JC-es5un]

You should check out his song “Family Tradition” it’s another great Hank Williams Jr. classic. His dad was a legendary country singer. 👍

[@minigirl6379]

Agreed. I just hope he can find the best video. The studio version is the best. The Lives aren't that good for some reason. I mean, any Bocephus, is better than no Bocephus, but I think the studio is the way to go if he's listening for the first time. 👍🥳

[@joelteague2008]

Jr. Has quite a few kick ass songs

[@Ali-H3444]

Im a country girl and i can relate to this song. This is how we do life. But above all is God!

[@brianmiller2419]

I live deep in the woods. I might see a city once every 2 or 3 years. Different life here. No racism. People are judged by their actions, not anything else. Listen to crickets and frogs at night. Hunt deep in the woods. Grow my own food. Fish. Nothing like a simple life.

[@shannonweaver2901]

Since you reacted to Buck Owens and you want to get into some more country, you should listen to Dwight Yoakam. He looked up to Buck Owens and had a "Bakersfield " style to his music. He had tons of hits: "Guitars and Cadillacs", "Little Sister","Fast as You" and even did a duet with Buck Owens on"Streets of Bakersfield "

[@kestrelle5345]

Man, I need to hear "Little Sister" right now! Thanks for reminding me of it.

[@joelteague2008]

Sing Buck Owens in concert Dwight Yoakum is cool as hell

[@markmyers6472]

If you enjoyed the Buck Owens video, you might check out, for giggles and grins, when the Beatles did Buck Owens 'Act Naturally' on the Ed Sullivan show. :)

[@joelteague2008]

Apparently Dwight look up to Elvis to because you did three of his songs and I love Dwight Yoakam he's got a little unique I don't know what it is and I know he kind of sounds like Buck Owens a little bit but to me he's better than Buck Owens but anyway yeah I think he loved Elvis to man

[@bangmon1000]

PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE react to Hank Williams Sr. I'm not saying not to react to Jr, but when it comes to country music Hank Williams Sr. is essential. Hank Williams died at the age of 29 in 1953. Please anything by Hank Williams Sr. I think I will have to send you a list of songs, because like Bob Dylan there are a lot of covers on YT saying it Hank Williams Sr.

[@aaronstandingbear]

A Country Boy Can Survive Hank Williams Jr. The preacher man says it's the end of time And the Mississippi River, she's a-goin' dry The interest is up and the stock market's down And you only get mugged if you go downtown I live back in the woods you see My woman and the kids and the dogs and me I got a shotgun, a rifle and a four-wheel drive And a country boy can survive Country folks can survive I can plow a field all day long I can catch catfish from dusk 'til dawn (Yeah) We make our own whiskey and our own smoke too Ain't too many things these old boys can't do We grow good-ole tomatoes and homemade wine And a country boy can survive Country folks can survive Because you can't starve us out and you can't make us run 'Cause we're them old boys raised on shotguns We say grace, and we say ma'am If you ain't into that, we don't give a damn We came from the West Virginia coal mines And the Rocky Mountains, and the western skies And we can skin a buck, we can run a trot line And a country boy can survive Country folks can survive I had a good friend in New York City He never called me by my name, just Hillbilly My grandpa taught me how to live off the land And his taught him to be a businessman He used to send me pictures of the Broadway nights And I'd send him some homemade wine But he was killed by a man with a switchblade knife For 43 dollars, my friend lost his life I'd love to spit some Beech-Nut in that dude's eyes And shoot him with my old .45 'Cause a country boy can survive Country folks can survive 'Cause you can't starve us out and you can't make us run 'Cause we're them old boys raised on shotguns We say grace, and we say ma'am If you ain't into that, we don't give a damn We're from North California and South Alabam' And little towns all around this land And we can skin a buck, and run a trotline And a country boy can survive Country folks can survive A country boy can survive Country folks can survive

[@Nickolas64]

I'm mostly 60's hippy tunes and acid rock , blues but I dig Hank Jr... Check out this country singer David Allen Coe... You never called me by my name... ✌️

[@joelteague2008]

Same here born in 62 Hank Jr. Is on the hippie side a little bit

[@rickwelch8464]

The Ride is Coe's banger. One of my fave country tunes.

[@marikka9347]

Hank Williams Jr has some great tunes. For another side of him check out his song Born to Boogie (video is a performance worth a watch). Other top suggestions for you are: Come On Over To The Country My Name is Bocephus (Van Halen is his backing band minus their singer) Other songs- This Ain't Dynasty I'm For Love If It Will It Will All My Rowdy Friends Are Coming Over Tonight and All My Rowdy Friends Are Settling Down (2 songs).

[@DizJakeOG]

Chod, check out some Ronnie Millsap. Smokey Mountain Rain.

[@robertasirgutz8800]

Yes. And "I Wouldn't have Missed it for the World".

[@DizJakeOG]

@@robertasirgutz8800 Absolutely

[@Gutslinger]

I'm 30. Hank Williams Jr, and his dad, Hank Williams Sr, are two of my top favorite artists. Both are legends in the genre. Both also have a lot of great hits. This song is almost like an anthem to southerners and rural folk. You'd be hard pressed to find someone rural who hasn't heard this. I don't listen to this particular track as much anymore, simply because I've heard it so many times growing up. How a lot of artists have that 1 particular song that most people know or think of when they think about that artist, this is that track for Hank Jr. I highly prefer country made before the 2000's, and I don't care how old it is. Good music is good music. I stopped listening to modern country, because I generally don't like the sound or the overall theme or content of the song. Every once in awhile I'll come across something new that I like, but it's usually something that's more underground.

[@joelteague2008]

I like it when a young whippersnapper that says a lot for that older music it's stood the test of time

[@evergreenrider]

There's some really good newer country artists. Charley Crockett, Colter Wall, Vincent Neil Emerson, Joshua Ray Walker, etc

[@evanhughes1510]

If you continue to do more country songs, you really should do several by George Strait. He is known as the “King of country” and has more #1 hits than any other country artist (60 #1s). His biggest and best known songs were in the 80s and 90s. Some classics I would suggest are: The Chair, Amarillo By Morning, You Look So Good in Love, Fool Hearted Memory, Love Without End Amen, Carried Away, Cross My Heart, Nobody in His Right Mind Would Have Left Her, Ocean Front Property, Check Yes or No,

[@brittanysfarmlifeCC]

Just Give it away is my favorite George Straight song. His music is so beautiful

[@RS2Lab]

Once you get south of the Ole Red River, Bob Wills is still the King.

[@MrJd0508]

Chod, you need to go down the rabbit hole of the band Alabama. Do many hits, so many to pick from. Mountain Music Tennessee River Gonna Have Party Song of The South Just a few to get you started.

[@darrellwood1594]

Love your country reactions.Please check out another country artist that came up in your area of Bakersfield.His name is Dwight Yoakum.He played around the Bakersfield/Shafter area before he got his first record deal.His song She wore red dresses is amazing.Please check it out brother

[@TheOneAndOnlyFloridaMan]

Hey man loving these videos, if you'd like to get into some more country you should check out Colter Wall. He's a newer artist but he's bringing that classic country feeling back into the music. Check out his song Devil Wears A Suit And Tie from the Original 16 brewery sessions, you won't be disappointed.

[@brittanysfarmlifeCC]

I love how you closed your eyes and were just jamming. I feel like that’s how you’re supposed to listen to these country stories, really feel and visualize what he’s saying. Love it ❤️

[@Prozak63]

I think you'd Enjoy "This Cowboy's Hat" by Chris LeDoux

[@michelleydenisey4697]

Great song! My father loved this song.

[@edithmaxim2041]

My favorite since 1965. Saw him many times in concert. Never disappointed with any of them. I've had my picture taken with him 21 different times, back when you could get near him in the 70's. He plays just about every instrument.

[@hog7203]

Great choice. Love the fact you're giving all genres a fair shake. Great music is great music, no matter the flavor.

[@davidstenton4365]

*Todd* BEEN LOVING your channel for well over a year and a half fellow percussionist.!!! This song is fantastic.! *WE ALL* appreciate what you do and the thoughtful & unpaused reactions you put together for us.! Respect from Boise to Bakersfield.!!! *David* .....

[@dr.burtgummerfan439]

For a real cross-genre duet, listen to Willie Nelson and Ray Charles do Seven Spanish Angels. Two legends performing a great song.

[@zebjohnson5118]

Waylon Jennings " I've always been crazy " ✌️♥️

[@supasoulproductions]

Country artist suggestions... Willie Nelson, Johnny Cash, Merle Haggard, Garth Brooks, George Jones, George Strait, Marty Robbins, Dolly Parton, Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn... That'll do for starters ... LOL

[@edithmaxim2041]

Listen to Bakersfields Dwight Yoakum's "I Sang Dixie"

[@glennallen239]

In 1983 I got to see the best concert I ever went to. In My Hometown of Wilmington, NC a young up and coming Group called Alabama was the Warmup act for Hank Williams JR. We knew that Alabama would make it big. Both Alabama and Hank Williams JR. are in the Country Music Hall of Fame. Please react to Hank Williams JR song Family Tradition.

[@foghornleghorn262]

Check out Knoxville Courthouse Blues, by Bocephus, Jr. Also, Do a video on The Charlie Daniels Band.

[@cazgerald9471]

If you haven't yet reacted to Hank Williams, you should. Also hit Hank III.

[@marilyngordy3670]

Toby Keith "Courtesy of the Red White and Blue, the angry American. Written after 9/11

[@DizJakeOG]

Bocephus is his nickname. He's got some great songs.

[@Bambisgf77]

Hi Wilburn, just watched your video & as chic from the Deep South I appreciate your respectful views.

[@kurtsaxton823]

When world war 3 starts make sure you're in good with your neighborhood county Boy or Girl, we will get you through. Shout out to all my Mississippi stump jumpers.

[@richardbailey1295]

This would be considered 'Outlaw' country......a bit more rockish, and a bit rougher.

[@tomwalls3944]

Really glad to hear you are gaining an understanding of the real importance of 2A as you mature Wilburn! That is very important for the foundation that holds us together! 1A free speech, 2A the right to defend free speech. Not an accident!

[@patwelch8187]

Don't forget, this song is 50 years old !!!

[@beverlycobb724]

LAURA NYRO. Nothing else needs to be said. Here Duane 'Skydog' Allman backs her up. Her voice is haunting, her songwriting is amazing She sang all her own harmonies which was all but unheard of in the 60's and early 70's (Except on the 'It's Going to Take A Miracle' album w/LaBelle Give her a listen. You will be PLEASANTLY surprised. Her catalog is extensive considering she walked away from the music business in her mid 20's 'BEADS OF SWEAT' kzbin.info/www/bejne/jonLdX-jpLFjr9U

[@ptrlxc]

I like Jr’s songs, but I’m a big fan of his father. His father was a wordsmith genius and there was more to his songs, his lyrics then just on the surface. Sadly though his father died young, leaving Jr when he was very young. Hank Williams (Sr) was one of the first artist that made an impression on me when I was very young, earliest memory because he was prevalent on AM radio, well before the rock era took over.

[@wayneguess7946]

You've hit Hank Jr. Why not the legend his dad Hank Sr?

[@Believer1427]

Believe in Jesus Christ and be saved from hell before it’s eternally too late if you haven’t already.

[@StevenMichals0812]

There is a Hank 3 now. Look him up. Also check out Steve Earle - Copperhead Road

[@larrybrantley8835]

Johnny Cash Hurt God's Gonna Cut You Down Sunday Morning Comin' Down

[@aaronstandingbear]

Country IS America. We gotta stay GROUNDED and bare feet on the ground and working the land is how. Harvesting the wild game is as old as history itself and Americans were and are experts at it and if we lose it and lose our conection to the land, growing things and harvesting things , its ALL over. If America is lost, the world is lost.

[@katgrey5570]

You need to do a reaction to Gary Allan, most underrated singer in Country Music today! He’s west coast country from CA. I suggest Watchin’ Airplanes, Learning How to Bend, or Every Storm Runs out of Rain

[@jodidavis1178]

I love Gary! Songs about Rain is another fave.

[@mcoke61]

Bakersfield Sound is what my dad said it was called. I didn’t appreciate country music until I got older. I listen to everything pretty much. I too enjoy the stories told in different genres, from people with different backgrounds. But yeah, I like Merle, Toby, and Hank Jr. now that I’m older. Thanks for the reactions. Peace.

[@Huddle_House56]

Bakersfield? Have you heard STREETS OF BAKERSFIELD by Dwight Yoakam and Buck Owens?

[@thewhiskeycowboy-official]

I tend to agree.... new country is fine, but much of it is NOT country... but pop dressed in country. Classic county is COUNTRY. Cheers.

[@michellejackson6679]

Old country tells a story.. new country is pop... old country,. Johnny, Merle, Dolly Lorretta, ........so many I can't even name.

[@Braveheart0484]

Some songs to review that are stories: Whiskey Lullaby-by Brad Paisley and Alison Krauss (90's) Colder Weather-Zac Brown Band (2000's) Coward of the County-Kenny Rodgers (some consider this 70's pop) A classic country song; Crazy-Patsy Kline (I believe a famous Jazz singer from the sixties liked this song. He played it once at an all black club and one of his friends asked him why he played it. He said the same thing you did, it was the story) (early 60's late 50's) Sixteen Tons-Tennessee Ernie Ford-this is a classic (60's) Big Bad John-Jimmy Dean (60's) Devil Went Down to Georgia-Charles Daniels (70's) I apologize if you've reviewed these songs already. I just subscribed haven't looked at your playlist yet. Was inspired by what you said to write this down before I looked.

[@michaelbenge2388]

Chod… I didn’t know you were from Bako! I was out there for 40+ years, working at (AGM) HOT 94.1+ 5 more stations. Living in Oklahoma now. I enjoy your reactions! God Bless, brother.

[@listeningeyes9990]

Mr.Wilburn Reacts, wado for CHOOSING to NOT cuss and use other filthy, foul language. I will be watching your “Reaction” shows as long as you keep your language clean. Do you also have, or will watch and do”Reactions” to Christian/Gospel songs and videos? IF so, please watch Crowder song and video “In The House” and maybe also Crowder “Red Letters”(Official Music Video).

[@tracienielson7183]

If you want to explore country, Alabama is a must. All of their stuff is great.

[@KellyBrown-qg2px]

y'all gonna realize these outlaw country artists are VERY VERY similar to the OGs.. lol I LOVE A RAP, hip hop, but the old school country is Great. the guitar...

[@rickward460]

Land of the Free...Because of the Brave🇺🇸 You give me hope in this blanked up world😵Spread the love Brother😎🇺🇸

[@renneroutdoorsunedited4458]

If your into the story and the musics please react to “Riding With Private Malone!!!!!” (I’m new to your channel, but if you like the above and cars……)

[@victorcowboywest]

This is an old comment/ request if you want to check out Hank jr dute with Hank Sr. "THERE'S A TEAR IN MY BEER "(1989)

[@jewls9697]

Dinosaur...is another great from Bocephus (Hank Williams jr.)He has many great songs!!

[@JAMESMOORE-gq4vv]

Merle made some Great albums with Willie, and his Live Rainbow Stew is a really Great CD.

[@robintiger9082]

Good stuff. I grew up in the city in the 60s and 70s. I was rock all the way. But on that journey I have listened to country because I did grow up in Oklahoma City, it is Oklahoma. Dad took us to see Jerry Lee Lewis in concert. Saw Conway Twitty. So, that said there are songs love. I also love the music from people from here. Like Garth Brooks. Toby Keith. Reba McIntyre. Carrie Underwood. Songs like Kiss my country ass. That is my top favorite. Friends in low places. Coat of many colors. Think before you cheat. Not in Oklahoma anymore. These boys round here. The angry American. Good luck. It is a fun road to walk. Still a rocker, just love music. All music. 🖤

[@joanna400]

Yes, country folks know. He's absolutely right. I can do just about anything. I would say survival, but actually it would be thriving.

[@davidgale7384]

I know this will be considered NOT politically correct.... Please.... Don't take offence, anyone. Let's all keep it light here.... "Country music is White Boy Blues." That's what one of the only 3 "negroes" in my highschool said about it(Yes Canadian slice of life1970.) When I was young (50-60s) the only " person of colour" in country was Charlie Pride. You do have a point about the lyrics of country being about the day to day life of the average person, not about big houses and fancy foreign cars. I did have a bit of a moment when we were flashed with a Confederate flag belt buckle but unfortunately there is a segment of the fan base who identify more with "live free or die" and we better stockpile the ammo and tinned goods for Armageddon. Being from a farming family, having to pick off a few gofers and rabbits, knowing a fair number of Mohawk, I get the idea of gun ownership and survival up in the north (black bears are damn big). Living off the land does tend to make a realist of you. Mother nature can be a harsh lady. Although on the other hand I do know a few metal fans, and some progressive nerds with similar outlooks. Being at heart a progressive folky, I prefer a small patch of vegetables, catch and release traps and a beware of dog sign.

[@-TalonMedia-]

you may have already, but another Bakersfield guy you should check out, Dwight Yoakam. Older stuff is better than his newer stuff in my opinion.

[@jeffrichards1537]

Buck Owens/ Dwight Yoakum "Streets of Bakersfield" is an awesome song.

[@washaynes]

That's how i grew up. Putting up all veggies. We have cattle. Dove shoots. Love Hank! Love your channel!

[@bishlap]

I grew up a late 60's 70's teenager in the great ROCK era and never gave much thought to Hank JR, but when a respected friend turned me onto this song in particular, I was shocked at how rockin' good it was. Never judge a book by its cover. Great vibe and lyrics in this one. Cool honest reaction, (as always) WILL B. Peace

[@lynnschook6124]

I live in Bakersfield too, now I have to subscribe. I’m kind of involved in the local country music scene and have performed with the Tommy Hays Band at Buck Owen’s Crystal Palace a few times, as well as other venues. Glad to find you on here. 👍🏻

[@bmeggs19]

Check out the other 2 Williams. Hank St and Hank3. Lost Highway - Hank Williams Straight to Hell- Hank 3

[@humpy936]

Back in the dust bowl days of the 1930’s lots of Okies, a generic term for people from Oklahoma, Texas, Arkansas and any of the other hard-hit areas during the dust bowl moved out west to California, and especially around the Bakersfield area, they brought their music with them, but since you live there you probably know that.

[@rickwelch8464]

I miss country music. What they are calling country now is complete pop garbage. Formulaic and idiotic. Anything before Garth had a chance to be great. Anything after turned very poppy and stupid, outside of a few exceptions.

[@johnpatricklarson8188]

You might like Gretchen Wilson's, "California girls" think you would enjoy it. Thus the phrase 3 notes and the truth

[@juba0306]

My man, you are very affable. People will hear what you say. Only beef I have with your 'reactions' is you are not reacting. You are explaining. I like your videos. You are a smart man. If I may, I would suggest you stop thinking and just react. Having said that, you seem like a stand up guy and very affable

[@brianbrooks1285]

Do yourself a favor and watch the youtuber's named Art Fennell Country Style! You'll notice that country isn't just a white thang!

[@keithjames7843]

If you like Country Boy Can Survive You should listen to his song The Good Old American Way

[@philshock3805]

Former Fresnan here who grew up listening to "old school" country before it was old school - was just country. I'm more into classic rock these days (again, simply rock back in my youth), but you nailed it when you said, "real". That's the reason it will never go away. Appreciate your take on this awesome classic my central san joaquin valley brother. :)

[@lisat9322]

How about reacting to Collin Raye "If You Get There Before I Do". Beautiful and bittersweet.

[@757optim]

Love country. Love the farmers.

[@michaelgolliher888]

Hey with the anniversary of Buddy Holly’s death coming up in February please do a whole week of him and Waylon Jennings

[@dirkhoogakker5895]

“All My Rowdy Friends are Coming Over Tonight” and All My Rowdy Friends Have Settled Down”. 2 of his best!

[@snuffymanson]

Please check out Brad Paisley singing ( and playing guitar ) This Is Country Music . It is a very real picture of country music , and country people .

[@RAW2881]

If your down to check out something new and I see your a percussionist check out the all vocal country band Homefree they are amazing. I've seen them live. They have stunning vocal talent and a award winning be at boxer who is a national champion.

[@keithgiles1233]

This will be your favorite reaction ever! Marcus king band, Rita is gone kzbin.info/www/bejne/pITNk6ucfd9-nZY

[@ffwr-109]

Newer country music compared to the old country music really sucks I believe. Newer country music is only to please the newer generation.

[@muscleboypa]

Late seeing your reaction to this ..... follower of Hank Jr. Like the reaction, and what you said is very true about this song and genre. While I am a true Slipknot, Rammstein, etc fan .... there are certain older country artists I love, Dolly, Reba, and Hank Jr are some of them. He speaks the truth, tradition, life itself, and the way things are.

[@sylvimichelle6447]

You should react to Steve WARINER "Your Memory" 🎸🎵🎼🎧

[@pleasehelp2446]

I can fish, hunt, and grow food. My grandfather taught me how. I grew up in Texas near Dallas but I ain't no city boy.

[@johnwingate8799]

Why do you think the water and soil is being being ruined by the government.?I'm surpized and disappointed that you don't know this.

[@megA_t.6532]

Wow..A Bakersfield boy! Nashville West! Yes!!

[@jackedwards7420]

You should definately check out Charlie Pride and Darius Rucker!!

[@shannonwoods2413]

Definitely need to react to "Family Tradition" ... And when you do, do the live version!!

[@dagr.johnsen2164]

Thanks 🙂 You should check out his " Attitude Adjustment ". It's hillarious.

[@JohnMiller-zn9pf]

Hank will be 74 this year and has spent 65+ years performing, 5+decades of his own music. He survived almost over dosing on pills to surviving Falling off the side of a mountain, all before 79. He spent the 80's dominating the charts, winning grammys, multi-time entertainer of the year.

[@AndrewSmith-wt2zr]

I have a suggestion for you if you would love to experience all of your emotions at once. My suggestion is ragged old flag from Johnny Cash. I think this will change your whole frame of thinking about our beautiful flag. Please give it a watch the video is absolutely amazing you will love it as much as I do

[@MrKichtopher]

cool reaction! first time on your channel. I love this song, and I appreciated how you just listened and saved the commentary for the end! I'll be checking out some more!

[@BradLeroy]

Hank Williams Jr is phenomenal and old country specifically Outlaw country music is the best!!!!

[@RMLtiger]

New country is nothing but pop music with country accents. If there’s no fiddle, steel guitar or harmonica then it’s not country music. Computer beats and snap/clap beats are not country. Its really depressing listening to what people claim is country music now. It’s why I only listen to old country with the exception of a few new artists.

[@OldBoiler62]

As an older person, I agree that older country is much better. Someone said that the new country music is basically '90s rock with a southern accent.

[@jhosk]

The entire premise of this classic song is "leave my family, friends and myself alone and I'll leave you alone". For those of us who grew up outside of tiny towns this is us and our mentality.

[@noggie3934]

You should research this singer closer before deciding if you want to even listen to his music. I am disappointed in you. My brother!

[@steventweed3599]

Yes, Sir! You hit the nail on the head about farmers. That got you a Liked and Subscribed from me.

[@angelapowers3893]

That was the 80s. Music today doesn't have soul, Heart and the integrity it had back then.

[@billprator3594]

Buck Owens was born in Texas. Look it up. But I really like your show.