HIP HOP FAN'S FIRST TIME HEARING 'Smashing Pumpkins - 1979' | REACTION

[@craiger991gm]

This song will give you a feling of nostalgia for a time and place you never actually experienced.

[@j.t.3798]

I did!

[@MikeOstrowski-iq8wf]

Me too ❤️

[@roaddog1973]

Those of us in our 50s now did back then. We were also in our 20s when this came out. Great time to be alive.

[@InspectorVol]

Many times I had headlights pointed toward the dawn as a kid in late 70’s-early early 80’s.

[@Orgasnick]

I did!! But I also agree with that statement

[@corinne1453]

It was like this for us Gen-Xers. Remember, we didn't have internet or cell phones. Weekend plans were frequently driving around between parties or looking for parties. If we wanted to take pictures, we had to get the film developed. This is a VERY nostalgic video for us. 😊

[@3DJapan]

1997 was my best summer, I was 20 and every night I just walked to town, no plan but that's where everybody met every night. I'd arrive about 7pm and get home around 1. Just hanging out on the streets. I met my current best friends during that summer.

[@shmick6079]

The 90s were the same.

[@bethanythatsme]

💯

[@montylc2001]

Did the same in the 70's. I feel sorry for teens these days.

[@dancarter482]

@@montylc2001 _Lords of DogTown_

[@richelle7211]

U want loud, hard-driving and aggressive? That's SP. Want emotional, artsy, deep and melodic? That's also SP.

[@KabukiKid]

Yeah, one of the best things about them is the variety in their catalog of songs.

[@HammernFrank]

Siamese Dream covers it all. Heavy, Cherub Rock. Melancholy, Mayonnaise. Bipolar, Soma.

[@davidhart6291]

@@HammernFrankSoma is such a brilliant, under-appreciated song!

[@freebeard7361]

Smashing Pumpkins was the first concert I ever went to back in '96. I was 11 years old. Garbage opened for them. Will never forget that experience. They played 1979 in the encore. It was awesome.

[@HammernFrank]

@@freebeard7361 I got lucky in ‘93 they played 2 shows at the Warfield in SF. They were blowing up but it wasn’t difficult to get tickets.

[@Michael-id9bw]

Cherub Rock for a heavier banger. 🤘

[@samsgirl7821]

As an SP mega fan, I agree🎉

[@robhunter6463]

Agreed!!! 100%

[@MrJctii916]

This

[@elliewheatley3673]

For sure, that is actually my favorite song of the 90s as well

[@joh3628]

ZERO

[@samsgirl7821]

Billy Corgan is not only the lead singer, he can play any of the instruments, he writes all of the lyrics and puts together the musical compositions. He has written songs for other musicians. His voice is one of those "love it or hate it" kind of voices, but I absolutely love it ❤ This song, 1979, is supposed to make you have that feeling of nostalgia.

[@tinocontreras5105]

And don't forget he owns a wrestling promotion

[@monicaluna8036]

Yes, I love his voice as well but have heard way too many times how it is not a great voice. 🙄

[@lex8239]

Don't forget he is an arrogant twat to. But an extremely talented twat.

[@MrSmudgerooo]

Tonight Tonight ❤

[@xxfaerietalesxx]

Was born in 79, graduated in 97 - this video so, SO encapsulated my high school experience. Love this

[@kristophergoordman7225]

I was born in 79 and in high school when this song came out. Then it gave me a feeling of nostalgia for a time and place that I had no memory of. Now it also gives me a feeling of nostalgia for the time and place that I first listen to it! Like a dream within a dream!

[@ValkryieRising]

YES!!! Exactly THIS Sentiment!!! Born in 79 too!

[@neillenet291]

And YES! We in America had house parties like this EVERY weekend.

[@jcheever37]

Facts. And then the cleanup after sucked 😅

[@ericball95]

It was either a house party or keggers in the woods

[@shmick6079]

Same here in Oz

[@neillenet291]

@@shmick6079 I have no doubt you guys know how to party.

[@maryreilly5092]

Yes, we were so incredibly lucky and we knew it, too.

[@j.t.3798]

Life before iPhones, was amazing! So glad I lived during these times. I wouldn't trade with any other generation !🔥

[@Donie30]

You gotta do more Pumpkins! Suggestions are Mayonaise, Cherub Rock, Zero, Ode To No One, Disarm, Hummer, Soma (basically everything on Siamese Dream album is amazing). But yeah you gotta do more SP!! Looking forward to it!!

[@wdaisygirl]

Awesome List !

[@Donie30]

@@wdaisygirl thanks!!

[@Mike-rc8se]

An ode to no one...yes. but.....live at the metro from their "final show". Absolutely fucking epic!!!

[@MrMichael51264]

This is a great list you came up with I hope he checks them out

[@Donie30]

@@MrMichael51264 thanks! I hope he checks them out too

[@thseed7]

Billy Corgan's voice can be divisive. Some people don't like it. I love it because of exactly what you said. "It fits perfectly with their songs." 1979 just makes you feel like you're a kid running around with your friends before life gets serious and crushes your spirit.🤘

[@ArmandoG2013]

one thing i can say and I am 60 years old went to high school 79-81, (which what this song is about, your youth) it was NEVER boring, we had the birth of metal, bands like Metallica, AC/DC, the Cars, Van Halen, Iron Maiden, etc - in the summer two concerts week at most $20 per concert, beer parties, pool parties, the beaches ( live in Florida) school was awesome.

[@CousinCreepy]

And no dang cell phones!!

[@JulieSmith-dk1wo]

Class of’83 here. I FEEL your remarks! 😂🎉🙌

[@Jedi_Jeff]

Class of '87 and when you woke up with T.P. in your yard, you knew that you had a great group of friends.. Some would even come over in the morning to help out with the cleaning..

[@JMitch67]

Class of 86 Bayshore High Bradenton, Fl. Life was good back then.

[@roadkill7314]

Class of '76. Young people today don't realize the sheer quantity and affordability of premium live music when we were growing up. If I remember correctly the last Day On The Green I went to was $16. We sometimes worried about whether we could get tickets but we never worried about the cost!

[@stevetippett206]

The Smashing Pumpkins are very eclectic and cover a wide range of genres. Corgan is a genius.

[@rick5440]

This was typical of the late 70s, early 80's. Cruising around the town, stopping from place to place. Never sure of where you would go, and when it would end.

[@Bekka_Noyb]

one of my fave Smashing Pumpkins songs! ♥

[@Dolores-mu9vo]

He is much more than the lead singer. He is a musical genuis, who wrote the vast majority of the music, lyrics and produced and arranged the songs as well.

[@deathandthehermit4283]

Back in my day (the 80s in Ontario, Canada), we had lots of house parties. On one occasion, a friend's party did get crashed, and shit got crazy. A suburban house packed with mostly strange kids from different schools, all food and booze consumed, holes punched in the wall, couples in each bedroom, back door ripped off and passed through the house, random stuff tossed in the pool, and (this still sticks with me) four men in their 40s sitting on the sofa smoking cigars! We had no idea who they were. My friend eventually called the police themselves, and when the cops pulled up the flood of people out the doors and over the back fence, it was like something from a movie. Good times, good times. (Well, not for my friend when their parents got home.) Great tune, great reaction. Thanks for the nostalgia hit, man.😃

[@Grumpy_Rabbit]

Recommendations: "Cherub Rock," "Today," "Disarm," "Rocket"...

[@Iam_lamb]

The drinking age was 18 for us in 1980…..we partied EVERY weekend and had DROWN NIGHT at the bar every Weds. night…pay 5.00 to get in..all the beer you could drink. We danced and drank til 2AM…..It was the best time….no cell phones, no internet……home phones and actual dates…NO BS❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@sandybourdeau9300]

My daughter was born in 79 and this was her class grad class. But boy it reminds me of some of our house parties. Yes, we had them.

[@kylegacy]

1979 has a 'sister' song called Perfect, which is worth a listen also. Similar in tone, and the kids from the 1979 music video are back in it but all grown up! Edit: I've just listened to Perfect again - first time in an age. It's fucking good. Indulge in that chilled beauty.

[@MrJctii916]

Was in high school from 89-93 and this video is like a snapshot of my life at that age, Northern California.

[@jeffpatton2866]

Billy Corgan is the lead singer. Check out Today, Mayonnaise and Disarm from the Smashing Pumpkins.

[@CitizenScorn]

One of the most nostalgic songs for 90s kids. Even when it first came out, it was already nostalgic 😂🤘

[@Levi_Amongst_the_Watchers]

Good start to your Smashing Pumpkins journey. Here's a few more I highly recommend. - Disarm - Today - Tonight Tonight - Ava Adore - Zero

[@bretttodd6470]

House parties were a regular occurance in the 80s when the parents were gone. My parents went to England and since we lived on 8 acres, I invited everyone and about 500 people showed up. Bring your own bottle.

[@RichardWilson-be8zp]

The Smashing Pumpkins will grow on you. They have a range of styles. Funky, Groovy, Rock, etc. Try Mayonaise next. Killer tune.

[@JulieSmith-dk1wo]

Ahh, youth. I’m slightly older (Gen X) but bringing back youthful memories. And yes, it did happen! We always broke into the public pools, drove under age without a license, TP neighbors houses, had huge parties in our parents homes with so many kids that you couldn’t even move. Underage drinking galore. 😂 ✌️🤘

[@Roland-v4x]

Beautiful song, more 90s alternative magic

[@JayMS916]

Those things did indeed happen. Went to many house parties when I was in high school ('84-'87). Fun times. Sooooo glad camera phones weren't around.

[@thirdeyelabs]

I think I ended up sneaking out of the house party and escaping the cops about 50% of the time! Got lucky the other times, but the po po showed up every time!

[@--ArcAngel--]

Maybe the word you're looking for is 'haunting'? His voice is unconventional, but somehow the sound feels intimate and ...I can't think of a better word than haunting.

[@ericalhalaby7671]

Try next, what I feel is their melodic masterpiece, "Disarm" and enjoy!

[@Embur12]

Tonight, tonight has a fantastic video that just transports you to other lands. Great tune...

[@DennisCharles-l9d]

Smashing pumpkins will always be one of my favorite bands. They have some truly gorgeous compositions like Porcelina of the Vast Ocean.

[@johnnyhock]

“Zero” “Ava Adore” Also “everlasting gaze” You’re welcome 😜

[@mariannetuite7411]

I think this one will surprise you! It’s mellow compared to a lot of their stuff. But for me it’s definitely a Pumpkins stand out and reminds me of really good times

[@willfromyadkinville]

when you get SP you get everything musically! if you like this one and the last one you are going to be adding a lot of there songs to your playlist bro!

[@thatbobguy9778]

Great reaction! This song is so nostalgic for me. The lyrics and video hits hard. Being a 1979 kid, I loved this song

[@jesterjames7]

Well, I do smoke to this....lol. these guys have a bit of everything you want. Billy Corgan, the singer, is a very unique voice. One of my favorite bands and the live in my area. I'm glad you enjoyed it. Cherub rock, disarm and others

[@LanaTaper]

Was born in 79. Every event in this video was a weekend occurrence for me. We had minimal supervision, and endless freedom. Plus all of the best music ever🩶

[@criss_v33]

I love this one! One of the biggest hits of the 90s! This one has an electronic beat that makes it different to me, as well as the softer vocals. SP has many beautiful balads, by the way. And that's what's interesting about alternative artists, they know how to use influences from other genres and still sound unique.

[@Mike-rc8se]

I tried to tell you.....they are the most divers sounding band. My #1 favorite for the last 30 plus years.

[@TheFunk79]

At the time this song was released, kids born in 1979 were 16. This song is all about what it's like to be a teen. I was born that year, this song rocked my world in high school. Smashing Pumpkins is still one of my favorite bands.

[@twelvemonkeys8786]

Those lyrics are poetry. Such a good band. Please continue to do more each week. Unique band. 🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@achebwahs1111]

Cherub Rock and Zero are harder and bangers. The Smashing Pumpkins - ZERO (Live HD)on YT from 14 years ago is wild

[@aprilfraze8764]

Man. This hits me in the feels. This song and video just looks like my youth. Born in the 70s. High school in late 80s to early 90s. College started in 92. All the music. Beasties, Metallica, Offspring, Nirvana, Pumpkins, Ozzy....all of it was the soundtrack for my youth and that shit was incredible. This particular song is just a vibe. I probably would not have recommended it for you 2nd song. This particular one is a must. Exactly this live performance should be your first. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qWiQZGOfZstom5Isi=96_k_yEIzcRDz29w

[@aprilfraze8764]

I actually went to Lollapalooza 2 years in a row. In 93 got to see Alice in Chains and Primus. In 94 saw Smashing Pumpkins and Beastie Boys. Lots of other great bands as well but thought you could appreciate those names. Fantastic days full of debauchery and good tunes.

[@GenXTexMom]

TPing (toilet papering) and forking houses was such fun! We bought cigarettes from a vending machine at a local pool hall. Yeah. Everything in the video we did. No videos, no pictures, just an amazing childhood.

[@black4pienus]

How do you 'fork' a house?

[@3DJapan]

​@@black4pienusyeah I've never heard of forking.

[@Justin-td4bb]

Their double album Melancholy and the infinite sadness, is great. Also album Siamese dream. They are utter classics.

[@michaelkerdock4076]

A perfect example of the Smashing Pumpkins versatility musically, they do it all pop rock, metal, dabbles, and country in his solo albums. Billy Corgan is a true jack of all trades

[@michaeldransfield8775]

In 1980, I had a high school graduation party in my back yard. My parents went out for the evening. My friend's band played, and covered The Beatle's Abbey Road album and Blue Oyster Cult's song "Burning for You". Cops came 3 times asking us to break it up, but mom and dad were home for the 3rd visit, and convinced the cops to let the band finish the set in exchange for the band cutting the volume from 11 down to about 8.

[@Boots_McScoots]

I've covered stuff from Abbey Road, Burning For You, and 1979, haha. Those were the days.

[@roger_is_red]

God I love that song!!!

[@jimmyramone7396]

Disarm is my favorite Smashing Pumpkins song

[@hed420]

^ this

[@jeffpatton2866]

Yes!!! That song hits you in the feels.

[@elliewheatley3673]

And today, I just love James in the dress you know!

[@xxbodycountxx7626]

Mayonnaise

[@ngairehurunui9055]

Mine too ❤

[@MomPita]

Smashing Pumkins, this album "Mellon Collie and the Infinite Saddness". We were on our honeymoon, road tripping all over our state (Colorado) , windows opened listening to SP .. very nostalgic.

[@ACME619]

This song and the whole album it's on takes me back to being 16 in 95. Greatest time of my life. Yes, we had house parties like that, it was so much fun!

[@mariannetuite7411]

I would honestly say there’s more depth and diversity in rock music than in possibly any other genre. And there’s a time and place for all of it

[@davidbenoit9034]

Our class of 98 high school graduation song was ‘Today’ by Smashing Pumpkins. It was a very small school in Iowa, only 19 kids in my graduation class. It was the last year the school was going to be open. We literally closed the school walking out with Smashing Pumpkins blasting our little town! 😂

[@gennyreese420]

😆 ‘Something you can smoke to’ …now you’re gettin us lol 😎💚✌ Edit.. I saw Smashing Pumpkins in 2015, and Billy sounded amazing, we were impressed all those years later that his voice though aged still sounded as great! By the way Marilyn Manson opened it was one of the best shows ever🤘🖤

[@fairydust-weepthewildwinds]

Top three of my favorite Smashing Pumpkins songs. 👍. Music Video was filmed towards the San Fernando Valley (North of Hollywood 👍😎🎶💜

[@Mrlin13]

Drown, Cherub Rock, & Hummer 🤘

[@TraditionalVibe]

The song and video are like their version of Dazed and Confused, a very good movie if you haven’t seen it. The emotion you have felt over and over again is the vibe, plain and simple... now you know what we grew up with - it was Pax Americana and it was pretty special. Glad you're enjoying it.

[@connect2reality]

"It's got a feel to it, a weird feel I can't describe" That feeling is nostalgia.

[@nickkleiber8636]

I’m seeing them for 2nd time n August first time in 96

[@son_of_a_bob4761]

Grand Funk Railroad “Inside Looking Out” the live version

[@crazylegslife]

Try Disarm... That one is completely different than the two you have already listened to. These guys are diverse and amazing. Disarm gives me tears.

[@mafoo4426]

Soma , mayonnaise, disarm , today , and cherub rock

[@klausharpoon]

So basically Siamese Dream! Do the whole album Molly lad x ❤

[@lyngreen7404]

Being born in 1960 and enjoyed all the different kinds of rock. To me this was alternative rock. And I love it. It speaks to me . There were so many great bands and songs from that period.

[@mattblatchley2061]

Great choice! Other end of the spectrum for these guys...so musical.

[@richelle7211]

They're so good! Here is No Why, Muzzle, Jellybelly, Rocket, Quiet, Hummer, Geek USA, Cherub Rock, Today, Tonight Tonight, Ava Adore, Silverfu¢& ❤

[@LoriCollis]

Billy Corrigan, great vocals!

[@luvutons411]

A total favorite of mine from these guys. Billy Corgan's vocals just fantastic for style of music he writes for. "1979"...fab choice...👍🎤✌️

[@martinwhite3559]

1979 is an iconic song. Cherub Rock, Zero, Disarm, Today, Tonight Tonight and Ava Adore are a must. Such an important band in the early to mid 90s. Cherub Rock and Zero are bangers.

[@lemmy9809]

Jellybelly ... Tonight Tonight... Two great tracks from them

[@SnailMailShell]

1:57 You’ll feel that weird feeling every time you listen from now on. 8:46 that’s it! You pegged it: feeling nostalgia for something unknown. I was about your age when I first heard it too. Thanks, MöB!

[@SWTSU]

Yeah you definitely can smoke to it. Trust me!!!!! 🤣🤣🤣🤣😎🍸

[@black4pienus]

You will like their song 'Today'. It was the first song I heard of them and I was addicted to that song. It's from the album Siamese Dream. Great album.

[@Christopher-Baltimore]

SP’s got SO many different kinds of songs. You have no idea!

[@Craigpyrog]

Smashing Pumpkins are poetry. Fantasy, rage, depression and tunes like this feeling the beauty in innocence. The lyrics are outstanding if you take the time to learn them and their videos are amazing too.

[@Metal_Mary]

Zero is a Banger! I still have their double cd..its fantastic! These days Spotify has everything at ur fingertips! Enjoy 😉 Molls! 💕〽️

[@Juamba3434]

Ava Adore, Tonight tonight, Disarm...

[@Diane-xh7vl]

My oldest son was born in 1979 the memories this song brings are great.

[@anthonyblakely399]

Yes!!!! These kind of parties happen here in America even right now as I am talking to you now....Parties,especially in the Summer where it is 100 degrees all over America right now is happening!!! Right now!!! There are Bar-B-Q's and alcohol and weed....blunts....loud Rock n' Roll and Rap music playing loud every where...Right now!!!! The video is giving you a glimpse of the party/wild life Americans especially young Americans are doing right now!!!

[@StunThePuppy]

Except now there are cell phones to distract

[@bethanythatsme]

Cherub Rock will blow your socks off.

[@mattblatchley2061]

as others have said "Zero" "Cherub Rock" are heavier..."Tonight Tonight" is a great track but a little more mellow...

[@pamelalee1508]

Hi Molly Boy... Yep this is a chill song..😁... Next time try this one 👇... 💥...One Week...Bare Naked Ladies...1998 Not chill but a ride nonetheless..👍😉... 🌿🌿🌿

[@christopherderoy3153]

Cherub Rock mate!! Do it!!! Doooooooooooo it!!

[@DrJ4712]

Lol " Back in my day" , it's like 5 years ago!🤣😂🤣😆. This WAS my day! The BEST time to be alive!❤😊

[@starburstppl]

Great pick!! I remember going to many parties, and having so much fun riding around seeing what kind of mischief we could get ourselves into. Watching this brought back some awesome memories. I miss those days.

[@RamysBrotkast]

If you wanne see 8:11 minutes of pure epic alternative rock perfection by the Smashing Pumpkins you should make a reaction to the live version of "Thru the Eyes of Ruby" (Great version at Brixton Academy London 1996). I highly recommend it. 👌🏽

[@elizabethtrask3790]

Ive just recently found your corner of KZbin and I have to say I absolutely appreciate your honesty and only reacting to songs you have GENUINELY not heard before. We love the raw reaction and I know you always apologize for rewinding but to me that shows you are really appreciating the music and want to go back and hear it again and again. Never stop! Thanks for entertaining me, Smashing Pumpkins is one of my favs. I really liked their Zeitgeist Album.

[@Willyp6064]

Love them

[@bobbyjennings6480]

Oh, and you will never understand what Pumpkins sound like until you listen to all their songs. Most diverse band i ever heard. And thats why they are my favorite and have seen them live 10 times.

[@DorothyFarias]

I love this Band and I love Billy's voice. I feel a singer has officially established themself when you can hear a song and instantly know it's them, and Billy has that. Also, one of my favorite songs by them. Makes me happy and nostalgic.

[@Chatta-Ortega]

Graduated high school in 1979. This song definitely hits my nostalgia button...every time. Very cool rhythmically.

[@riphopfer5816]

Best Smashing Pumpkins song ever: “Thru the Eyes Of Ruby’. Incredible musicianship, great lyrics, overall deeply poignant and epic. Like the epic story of a dream.

[@RaLeaChaddle-kq9gi]

One of my most favorite tunes! Listened to this a zillionX! I'm 51yrs old. Grew up listening most my life.😁

[@Dolfan5413]

This song is in my all time top 10 favorite…..love it.

[@ryanguertin8028]

When it came out in '95, it was already a memory of that time. You're a kid again, no matter your age.

[@nathanfrahm]

It didn't just happen in movies. Those of us who were in high school in 1979 can relate to all of this. It was a great time to grow up. I loved it.

[@shneizah]

This song is what nostalgia feels like. Smashing Pumpkins have amazing songscapes/feel.

[@HidingFromDaylight]

Another great reaction. Thanks!