HOLY COW!| FIRST TIME HEARING Reba McEntire - The Night The Lights Went Out In Georgia REACTION

[@arkansasoutpost]

"You see little sister don't miss when she aims her gun." Every red-blooded country boy who hears that lyric gets just a little chill running down his spine, because he knows a little sister like that. Pretty song, brutal lyrics, cool reactions.

[@bryanwhitton1784]

My wife and her sister both had the CCL when I met them. Both from Texas and both are about 6' tall. When we all lived in Texas we would go hunting targets pretty regularly. I never got my CCL. I told them I would simply get as low to the ground as I could they could handle it. I would not want to be their target if they drew on you. Both are extremely good shots and won't miss.

[@reesebn38]

That line is like a big reveal from a movie. So good.

[@arkansasoutpost]

@@reesebn38 Subtle yet powerful, the way a big reveal should be.

[@mikerobinson938]

For real bro my girl is one of those!!!

[@johntheherbalistg8756]

That was my mom. 😂

[@Shrykespeare]

The is actually a cover. The original version was done 19 years earlier by Vicki Lawrence (who played the titular character in Mama's Family).

[@UseByDate-Expired]

Vicki Lawrence's original gets my vote for best version, It was written by her then husband Bobby Russell, specifically for Vicki and went to #1, while Reba's version topped at #12

[@Zebred2001]

Totally agree

[@xzonia1]

Agree but I'm glad they listened to Reba's version too :)

[@tomlemery8490]

If you see the interview with Vicki, she said Bobby didn't like the song, and he asked Cher to sing it. Sonny would not let her sing it because he thought that she would offend the south. Vicki thought that it was a great song. Here is the interview. She can explain it better than I. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jXaxc5l8YpuXatE

[@HulaKatz]

I agree, Vicki's version was more chilling! And probably much more famous!

[@tomlemery8490]

@@HulaKatzAgree. And the story tells itself without the dialogue like Reba's version did...check it out Jay and Amber.

[@marygatteri1491]

The original singer who sing that song was Vicki Lawrence who is from the Carol Burnett show and Mama's Family. It was written by Her husband Bobby Russell

[@magneto7930]

This is a hit by Vicki Lawrence. My first time actually hearing it by Reba.

[@majestic7107]

Same, first time hearing it by Reba. I don’t really like this version. I love the original, by Vicki have it in my play list.

[@jcdvt1]

Whoever’s in New England is another great storytelling song by Reba

[@marsanchez2500]

If you like the storytelling of Reba, then a must is “Does He Love You “ with Linda Davis

[@reececoventree9849]

Along with the video.

[@Rockinrockabillyrat]

The video will blow you away! 😂

[@redmaynard]

​@@Rockinrockabillyrat😂

[@djstuuk9056]

The official video with Linda Davis is fantastic but saying that the song Take it back is a fantastic song and video with What do you say as another

[@djstuuk9056]

The video will blow them a way in more ways than one . With the ending of the video I won't give it away for them .

[@tracycuster4833]

Vicky Lawrance of Ma'am's Family and Carol Burnett fame also did this song and does a great job...

[@70srocknroll]

Her husband wrote the song for her

[@seanswinton6242]

Even though she didn't write it, she was the singer who made this famous. I think I have video of her singing this on "Midnight Special".

[@tomlemery8490]

@@70srocknroll I think it's an ex-husband.

[@ScottieContact]

True. Reba's is a cover but a good cover.

[@tomlemery8490]

Vicki had the original version of this song.

[@korimiller379]

This and 'Fancy' are my favorite Reba songs, but she has several that still pack a punch. "Is there Life Out There" and "Does He Love You" are up there, but "His Name Was John" is a serious gut punch.

[@xzonia1]

Oh, those are all great recommendations! :)

[@LStlaloc995]

I vote for Does He Love You also, both of the female vocals are so STRONG in that song... It's amazing.

[@stlee25]

Excellent recommendations. I was going to suggest "Does He Love You" also but the other suggestions are also wonderful. Can't go wrong with Reba

[@jeremyfagner6808]

I was going to recommend Fancy also

[@terriertz5134]

Reba sings them well but both songs are covers of other people's songs. Neither song is an original song by Reba.

[@1921RCP]

I grew up with Vicki Lawrence version in 1973, i was 14 years old.

[@elizabethmcmurray968]

She is the consummate female storyteller, like a female Kenny Rogers. Reba also has some great duets. If you see him/if you see her with brooks and dunn; Because of you with Kelly Clarkson, Does He Love You with Linda Davis. Also Vicki Lawrence, an actress on a show called Mama's Family, wrote and recorded this song this is a cover.

[@sheilameyers152]

My sister and I learned every word to the song with pride! We would sing it for Mom! She wanted to know how we learned all those words! Practice Mom practice!

[@JustMe-vk4fn]

:) I loved watching Vicki Lawrence and Carol Burnette together back in the day on the Carol Burnette show and now?..... I get to enjoy their careers all over again.

[@TonyM1961]

It was actually her husband who wrote it specifically for Vicky. Shot to the top with a bullet. Nobody sings it as well as Vicky. She was on The Carol Burnett Show before Momma's Family. In fact, Momma's Family began as a skit on Carol Burnett

[@BobbyRagnar]

"Little sister don't miss when she aims her gun." Classic, under-appreciated line.

[@spydude38]

First Country concert I ever attended was Reba McEntire and Brooks and Dunn opened for her. Was an outstanding concert.

[@kenhayhurst374]

Reba wasn't my 1st concert but when I saw her some unknown guy named Garth Brooks was the opener. Don Williams did a set, then Reba blew the place away.

[@jenamyprincess3042]

Reba was the first concert I went to when I was a little tater tot. She performed at the amphitheater at Six Flag Over Texas in Arlington. I've seen her 3 other times since then with the last time being a couple of months ago. She always puts on an amazing show.

[@markdillenburg8635]

I saw a similar concert with Reba and B&S. I think Linda Davis was there too!

[@AdrianChristian]

Vicki Lawrence's original version was Billboard #1. You'd wanna hear that one.

[@johnandrews3151]

Vicky Lawrence took her original version of The Night The Lights Went Out In Georgia to #1 on the pop charts in the early 1970's while she was a regular on The Carol Burnett Show. She was presented the gold record award on the show but nobody told her in advance! She got the song done in one take! She later went on to reprise her role as Mama on the syndicated TV show called Mama's Family!

[@tina521954]

Reba one of the best female singers ever love her she has a ton of hits

[@AnitaLife27]

Love the Vicki Lawrence original, grew up on that, but wow, beautiful vocals by Reba! Stunning!!!! Thanks!

[@againes.1]

Reba has a really rich catalog. You’d really like “Is There Life Out There”, “Does He Love You”, and “The Heart Won’t Lie” for similar storytelling songs. She’s got some real tearjerkers too. Her work spans the decades and is worth a deep dive. She’s also INCREDIBLE live! See her in concert if you get the chance. She puts on a killer show and sounds phenomenal, even after such a long career. She has really taken care of her voice.

[@jerickson725]

This was written by Bobby Russell, who at the time was married to Vickie Lawrence who first recorded and it became a Billboard #1 hit in 1973. Reba did a good job with this cover, but you should check out the original too!!

[@laurabrevitz3944]

I'm with a lot of folks on here - haven't heard this version before and it's alright, but Vicki Lawrence's original is my definite favorite.

[@scorpiouk5914]

Reba had so many good solo songs that it is hard to choose. She had a couple of great duets that come to mind. Vince Gill, "The Heart Won't Lie" and with Kelly Clarkson on her song " Because Of You".

[@surlechapeau]

Jay & Amber, for female Friday: Jackie DeShannon - "Put a Little Love in Your Heart" or "What the World Needs Now Is Love"!! She’s one of the early singer-songwriters. She co-wrote Put a Little Love in Your Heart. She wrote the music for her original “Bette Davis Eyes”, words by Donna Weiss. Kim Carnes cover of Bette Davis Eyes was a worldwide hit/record of the year, w/a very different arrangement.

[@seanswinton6242]

Wasn't this a hit for Vicki Lawrence of the "Carol Burnett Show" in the 1970's first?

[@surlechapeau]

@@seanswinton6242 yes indeed

[@armandogarza6181]

@@seanswinton6242 You're right

[@stephenulmer3781]

Great suggestions! I hear Jackie Deshannon every Sunday morning on my way to work doing "Beatles news" on Breakfast with The Beatles" on the radio ☺

[@stephenulmer3781]

@@seanswinton6242 yes! Too bad they dont do the originals before they do the covers ☺

[@Unterrifieddragoncat]

I LOVE storytelling songs. This is one of the best. Goosebumps every time.

[@theylied1776]

This is a remake. Vickey Lawrence, who got her start and was still on the Carol Burnett show, when this song became a hit. My mother liked this song. The 1970s was the decade of the novelty story song. Like Herper Vally PTA, Dark Lady, One Tin Soldier, Ode To Billy Joe, and just about every Kenny Rogers song.

[@dustyhead3126]

"The heart won't lie" Reba with Vince Gill the song and video is an epic cinematic drama that could be a movie

[@judydalton3812]

Her song You Lie is great

[@paulwalker9421]

This song was written by Bobby Russell husband to Vicki Lawrence. Lawrence was on the Carol Burnett show. The Song was written in 1972 and released in 1973.Tthe backing musicians were the Wrecking Crew. The song was offered to Cher And Sonny Bono turned it down. Great song but could you do the original? Please

[@quixote6942]

The Song was originally recorded by Vicki Lawrence! it was written by her (then) husband (Bobby Russel) who didn't like it. Vicki is Predominantly known as an Actress/Comedian on "The Carol Burnett show" and "Mama's Family"... This was her only Big Song hit. For an "Attitude" Song from Reba, I think you can't go wrong with "Take it Back"... SAUCY!

[@suesaul4727]

Bobbi Gentry did it before Vicki

[@kennethjohnson2917]

The Heart Won't Lie, Does He Love You, I Think His Name Was John, Is There Life Out There. Reba is fantastic.

[@kevinwalsh9788]

Vicki Lawrence of The Carol Burnett Show hits a Grand Slam with this song.

[@mrtim2kl4]

The Vicky Lawrence version guys, the original interpreter.

[@sharaesha]

YES! Do the original by Vicki Lawrence! Reba McEntire is amazing but the original by Vicki Lawrence was always so much more haunting to me. This song wouldn't even exist if Vicki hadn't been so obsessed with it. I believe her husband at the time was the one who actually wrote it but didn't think it would get any traction and so never intended to produce it. Vicki actually only sang the vocals because they couldn't find someone to sing it. I believe they thought it would offend people in the south but it actually became a HUGE hit! Reba's cover just doesn't pack the punch for me that Vicki's original does.

[@laurabailey1054]

Vicki’s version was great. I remember seeing it on Carol Burnett when I was little

[@steveandtammyb]

I agree!

[@breckrichardson390]

I remember Vicki being presented with the golden record for this song on The Carol Burnett Show.

[@metrogoldwyn]

I believe it was recorded by Vicki as a demo record for Cher but husband Sonny rejected it as not being right and offensive to south and didn't think it would be a hit.

[@RosieM1970]

Vickie Lawrence was the original singer-great song!

[@ericgude721]

I remember as a kid watching the Carol Burnett show waiting for Vicki to sing this song. She would do it a few times a year.

[@violettompkins206]

You gotta love Reba! Love all her music.✌❤🎶

[@rmacdougallaliasdogviticus]

Reba does this just fine as always but this will always be a Vicki Lawrence tune for me.

[@sandracox4341]

Same

[@natecloe8535]

Octogenarian?

[@desireemartin9745]

Just fine? Vicki Lawrence herself would call herself an actress and comedian (above all) before calling herself a singer but Reba’s version is just fine? Dude. Disrespectful.

[@michaelarrowood4315]

They picked the wrong version to review for sure. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gV7UfGqli72JiLM

[@aliciat2532]

Reba will always do it better.

[@DuncanBear1]

Whoever's in New England and Does He Love You are two excellent ones from Miss Reba...a must

[@blackblake3658]

This is Vicki Lawrence's song. Always will be.

[@Kuesel68]

The song is much older. It was written by Bobby Russel in the early 70s for his wife Vicki Lawrence, you should check that one out.

[@carolmartin4413]

Always loved this song...the twist in the story just gives you goosebumps. I think Vicky and Reba both did a great job. Perfect beat

[@thundernels]

Reba owns this cover! Thanks for another great reaction!

[@netrider5]

Actually Vicki Lawrence sang this song first. Yes the same Vicki Lawrence from The Carol Burnett Show and Mama’s Family

[@karenstanley6991]

REBA MCENTIRE ft VINCE GILL - "HEART WONT LIE"

[@badhabitbabbitt7655]

Vicki Lawrence crushed this song in the early 1970s along with her amazing performances on "The Carrol Burnett Show"

[@beandean23]

Is that little asshole finished?

[@tinamorgan3311]

One thing about Reba is her videos are always on the next level. It's on level with her story telling voice. Her concerts are amazing as well. She has an amazing catalog but her duets are amazing!!

[@robertstreight2750]

My personal favorite Reba song is "You Lie," but I think you will also like "The Greatest Man I Never Knew" as well. There are so many great Reba songs!

[@DrunkComments]

Man finally controlled his jerky head dances😂

[@jeannieschmidt2217]

Reba is the BEST storyteller - and this is one of her very BEST songs. Glad you've discovered it. I think you've already done this one - but Is There Life Out There is also one of my fave videos and songs - and even has a cameo by Huey Lewis. She alos does a FANTASTIC duet with Vince Gill called The Heart Won't Lie. You'll both love it.

[@steveandtammyb]

This was actually Vickie Lawrence’s song, done in the early 70’s.

[@jeannieschmidt2217]

@@steveandtammyb You're absolutely right. Reba does such an amazing job though - and really made it her own.

[@bradvanvleet8630]

I love her song “consider me gone”

[@BillB23]

Reba is a great vocal talent, a savvy businesswoman, and a warm heart who nonetheless tolerates no stable gravy. Plus, she's never been hard on the eyes.

[@suzy260]

"Does He love you" and "She thinks his name was John" are two more great stories by Reba.

[@harrycohlmia2260]

Jay & Amber try "Whoever's In New England" by Reba McEntire

[@chanellegale914]

Reba is such a story teller! Love her! "Does He Love You" & "He Gets That From Me" are great songs with deep stories!!

[@kathylarson8360]

Really recommend the original version sung by Vicki Lawrence. That's the one to do!

[@jeffdetmer4681]

Okay. Here is the thing. I love Reba. I loved her way back when she was a singer. Now even her music videos are all about her acting in the videos. This was a cover of a song originally sung by Vicki Lawrence and was written by Vickie's husband. Fancy was also a cover, originally by Bobbi Gentry who also wrote it. I think you guys watched her Ode to Billy Joe video. I would love to see Reba shed the actor mask and the Vegas nightclub show stuff and do a concert of real country music again. She can do that, if only she would. Still love ya Reba!!!! Love the Rob Squad Fam too.

[@flodee8561]

I'm not the biggest fan of modern country music, but I love the older country music best. Reba McEntire is definitely one of my favorite ladies! I've always loved her voice. Loretta Lynn, Dolly Parton, Patsy Kline, Barbara Mandrell, Reba McEntire. This is my country music!

[@xzonia1]

I can't wait for them to react to Barbara Mandrell's Crackers song. :)

[@nickavenoso7851]

I was never really into country, but I love Reba and Dolly and Reba got me into the genre.

[@BroadwayBabyyy744]

"Is there life out there" is a great female power balled story song, perfect for female fridays. It became an anthem for women.

[@BroadwayBabyyy744]

I'm not going to tell ya more id be giving it away, but the impact of the song was immense.

[@johnsexton2200]

Great song! I love both versions of it. Her songs Whoever's In New England, You Lie, and her duet with Kelly Clarkson Because Of You, are all great!

[@xedra]

Another wonderful story-telling song and great video by Reba is "Is There Life Out There?"

[@Pushindazees]

You'll absolutely love "HE GETS THAT FROM ME" and my favorite of hers (at least one of them!) has always been "WHOEVER'S IN NEW ENGLAND"

[@angelabowman1614]

He gets that from me....great song. 😊👍

[@canaguy]

This song was written by Bobby Russell, another HIT song he wrote was "HONEY" sung by Bobby Goldsboro *** great song of love and devotion ( have tissues ready! ) 📌

[@KarlKraus1]

Reba may be from Oklahoma... but she's singing a song with Georgia in the title! 😁one of the great country singers in the genre!

[@delorespetree3243]

Reba is a great country singer has alot of great songs

[@sueparras6028]

Vicky Lawrence did it just a little bit better but they are both very, very good! Always loved this song. ✌🇨🇦♥️

[@BeckyLStoutWriter]

And now I just want to cuddle up on the couch with a nice cup of coffee and work my way through my Mama's Family, The Complete Series DVDs. 🤗 If you know, you know. 😉

[@joyannwesson]

My favorite country artist and song.. Reba 🥰 Definitely get you some more reba, you should react to Does he love you, I'd there life out there, he lied, tell me why have I heard from you, whoever is new England, the greats man I never new, he gets it from me, take it back to God, ALL REBA..

[@nickswango869]

Full credit to Vicki Lawrence and her husband for the original which we all loved, but vocally, Reba blows this one away.

[@lindaveal5124]

Gotta give Vickie her creds

[@hockemeyer1]

Reba's song "Just Like Them Horses" is a song she wrote to commemorate her dad.

[@cog4life]

Been waiting on this one!!

[@poguemom3]

Reba has so many amazing songs and she tells a story like no other! Love her!

[@LStlaloc995]

Y'all have to doThe Heart Don't Lie with Reba and Vince Gill. His angels voice and hers are amazing together.

[@songbird989]

Won't Lie...and I made that same mistake earlier. lol

[@LStlaloc995]

​@@songbird989 yeah I know I was typing quickly on my phone at work and it autocorrected, and I missed it. 🤣

[@ericsmith6615]

Wife here..,This song STILL gives me chills!!..😮

[@kathys7300]

Another great story and video is ‘Is There Life Out There’ with Hutu Lewis in the video, and also ‘Does He Love You’, a duet with Linda Davis. Both are fantastic

[@kathys7300]

Huey Lewis

[@katscully]

Great choices. I was looking to see if someone mentioned them.👍🥂 Side note: the 3 little dots in top left corner of your comments, when you tap/click it, gives you the option to “EDIT” or “delete” your comment. You can tap edit & go in and correct spelling or whatever.

[@5150crazyfun]

Growing up I heard this song so many times and would sing along. Reba in the 80s was such classic country and a unique voice.

[@TheRatsCast]

Reba is excellent, but you two really should have listened to the original first. BTW; Hollywood did make a movies based on this song. It stars Dennis Quaid, Kristy McNichol, and Mark Hamill. It was released in 1981; with Tanya Tucker recorded a different version for the film's soundtrack and new lyrics related to the plot of the film were written. The movie made $14 million; on a $7.5 million budget, but wasn't considered a blockbuster movie.

[@cherrylsagan63]

Listen to the Reba McIntyre and Kelly Clarkson’s duet “Because of You.” It is hauntingly beautiful!

[@dewaynejelks9088]

You guys should try Vicki Lawrence's version of this song.

[@davidrobinson3716]

"Tremors" would make a great movie reaction. Reba McEntire's first acting role and she killed it in her role.

[@arkansasoutpost]

It's a shame Reba never did a song called "Broke Into the Wrong Goddam Rec Room, Didn't You".

[@SeminoleRail]

Never heard Reba's version before but no surprise she does it justice. BTW, who makes a music video and decides it's a good idea to put spoken lines on top of the lyrics being sung??

[@Ydnic7481]

This song I've loved since as long as I can remember, and when Reba done this version, I still get chills to this day.... thanks guys ❤️

[@willowthegood9035]

There is a Reba/Dolly duet you would love "Does He Love You"

[@martinmosteller5813]

I think the duet was with Linda Davis

[@doobiusmaximus4real]

Love you guys! Keep doing what your doing.

[@donnaj1964]

Vicki Lawrence’s husband, Bobby Russell, wrote this for Vicky & it was a #1 hit. I much prefer Vicky’s version.

[@kman007111]

Modern Queen of country music!!! So many good songs you can’t go wrong. Keep going down the rabbit hole with Reba!!!

[@AlexanderEnder]

Listen to the original by Vicki Lawrence.

[@brianstites3761]

That song is just amazing. She does a wonderful job on it. All Reba songs are fantastic

[@bradsullivan2495]

Need to do the original version by Vicki Lawrence.

[@johnreed9415]

A fantastic rendition of thisong. That along with the videotapes is a great addition. REBA will always be one the Queens of COUNTR MUSIC

[@richardhenderson9767]

This is a cover... You really need to do some real Reba songs... "Whoever's In New England", "The Great Divide", "Only In My Mind", just to name a few

[@AlexFroot]

I love this song

[@stephenulmer3781]

Its great that ya'll did this song but too bad you didnt react to the original first by Vicki Lawrence 😢 same with "Fancy" the original was by Bobby Gentry 😢 I love this channel but they always do the wrong versions first. Research first would do wonders ☺

[@happyolddude]

The greatest country singer ever! I have seen her five times in concert and she is better live than on record! Stunning concert artist who connects to her audience.

[@Bekka_Noyb]

still prefer the Vicki Lawrence original

[@KayeWhye]

"Does He Love You?" With Linda Davis.

[@firefighterchick]

The man cheating with her brother's wife was also her finance.

[@thomastimlin1724]

Released as a single in November 1972, the song went to No. 1 on the Hot 100 chart in 1973 when Viki Lawrence was a regular performer on the ensemble variety comedy television show The Carol Burnett Show. So everybody's going wahoo, Reba Mcintire this and that, but it was Viki's BIG HIT FIRST.

[@JDubOO1]

She, dolly, and Loretta are absolutely the 3 queens of country. Prove me wrong

[@sailfishcoach]

Reba I sooo good and I can’t wait for you to do more. My favorite and go to Karaoke was “Why haven’t I heard from you?” It’s all about how with so many ways to communicate there’s no reason why he should just stop reaching out. And the forms of communication are definitely pre cell phone but the concept still holds up.

[@kimbelesky1971]

If you like story telling. Your life will not be complete untill you listen to TEDDY BEAR. by RED SOVINE. noone ever told a story like ole RED. this story makes every truck driver proud. Do it for the truckers.

[@youmadbro9024]

Kenny Rodgers was pretty damn good too.

[@cathysmith2941]

Always enjoyed listening to Reba she always has some good stories to tell in her songs...great reaction