Icon Found Out His Hit COVER Ripped off Older Hit…Paid Original Out of Own Pocket!-Professor of Rock

Coming up, an interview with Carlos Santana, a musical genius, a guru of the highest order, and a saint. You have to see this interview. So try to follow this if you can. Santana's biggest song of the 70s, Balck Magic Woman, was a rock classic that many people have no clue is a cover from a band that started as a blues band... but would end as one of the biggest rock bands ever when it became a completely different set of members but that’s not all. It was a cover but the guy who wrote it basically admitted that he ripped off the music from a song from the 50s. So when the cover song became a huge hit for today’s guitarist he decided to send royalties out of his now pocket to the guy who got ripped off! Today’s legend got inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame after several decades of legendary songs and albums and everybody thought his career was winding down and then the year after his induction he had one of the biggest albums ever including a song that was the #1 song of the year in two different years falling at the end of a decade and beginning a new one. The stories are next on Professor of Rock.
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It’s time for another edition of our show Revelations where featured artists share rare stories behind their greatest songs and albums. Insight you won’t find anywhere else. Today we have very spiritual sit-down with a musical genius the guitar guru, Carlos Santana. Carlson tells us the stories of his biggest hits including the 70s classic black magic woman which was written by Peter Green for Fleetwood Mac but Carlos got a hold of hit with Greg Rolie on vocals and made it all his own. So get this. Peter Green wrote Black Magic Woman While in Fleetwood Mac which at the time was a blues band… Most people don’t realize this is a cover song. So Fleetwood Mac put it out and then later went from a full-on British blues band to a full-on rock pop band when the band turned over almost the entire band when Peter Green left in 1970 and Christine McVie became an official member and then Stevie Nicks and Lindsay Buckingham came in. So on the subject of Black Magic Woman.
In many interviews, Peter Green fully acknowledged that the song was heavily influenced by "All Your Love”’ the 1958 song by otis rush. Later when it became a major hit for Santana. He would say unequivocally and i Quote "If you take the words from 'Black Magic Woman' and just leave the rhythm, it's 'All Your Love'-it's Otis Rush”. So not only was Santana’s version of the song a lifesaver for Peter Green who gave up all his royalties when he left Fleetwood Mac, Carlos sends royalties to Otis Rush even though he doesn’t have to… He’ll explain next. Carlos also shares the story behind his massive comeback that spawned his first hit in years. It actually became one of the biggest songs of the last 25 years and he did it after he’d been inducted in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame when everyone thought his career was on the downswing.
Smooth was an international success, hitting #1 on the billboard charts for 12 consecutive weeks.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Poll: What is your pick for the GREATEST GUITAR SONG from the year 1985 to present day?

[@David-i1g1r]

Fire Woman

[@christineml1476]

Guns N' Roses "You Could Be Mine"

[@peterd.9978]

Enter Sand Man - Metallica

[@Lam_3-22-23]

Midsummer's Daydream - Triumph Cliffs of Dover - Eric Johnson Smokin Gun- Robert Cray

[@surlechapeau]

Smoking Gun - Robert Cray (1986). runnerups: Smooth - Santana ft. Rob Thomas (1999), Lie To Me - Jonny Lang (1997)

[@tnrodgers]

Appreciate the unguarded conversation with Carlos, he is genuine.

[@ProfessorofRock]

For sure!

[@peterknaust7424]

I was a board member for a social service agency in the San Francisco Bay area several years ago and Carlos and his family were consistently generous and supportive. He walks the talk, nothing but respect!

[@ProfessorofRock]

Doesn't surprise me!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

He’s such a kind man.

[@watchthis992]

getting your fist bumped, from Santana for knowing your music history, must have been a thrill of a lifetime

[@chrisbenson6683]

That has to be one of those "can't quite believe it just happened" moments 😎

[@c00lkidhAXXOR]

Absolutely

[@DosBear]

Carlos is the epitome of class for sending royalties where they are deserved. He was my late Uncle's favorite guitarist and it was because of him I grew up listening to him. I happen to be that Atheist he is speaking to so that was cool. Great interview.

[@gauge6513]

Atheist here as well. He's pretending that the inner voice is God it isn't. Thats how Christians are. Being on God's team doesn't keep you humble. He couldn't have backed up his statement if he was pressed on it. Still a great interview though.

[@104thDIVTimberwolf]

I've always liked Carlos, but after this interview, I am an even bigger fan. His faith and humility are as wonderful as his music.

[@mtn_linda364]

I'm surprised that you got an interview with Carlos Santana. And one without his ever-present guitar. He affords you much respect, man.

[@ProfessorofRock]

THanks!

[@granadosvm]

I'm impressed Carlos Santana agreed to sit with you. Respect! Santana has been one of my favorite guitar players since I was a kid in the 70s.

[@larry6795]

I have a interesting story about Santana, As a young teenager I use to ride my bike around the neighborhood and collect glass soda bottles and redeem them at my local market to have money to buy records at Sears (they use to have a record dept.) when Abraxas was released in 1970 I bought the record and was playing it in my room, my dad came in and asked me who was playing, I told him Santana the guitar player, he said it sounds like this young kid I used to hear at this little bar in Tijuana where we would stop at after fishing before coming home, later I read Carlos at the age of 15 used to play at a little dive bar in Tijuana.

[@orbyfan]

I appreciate the fact that the Professor lets his interview subject talk and direct the pace of the interview.

[@dustybrand]

"Don't use so many pedals...just plug into the amplifier and trust that you are the sound". That's profound advice, not just for guitarists but for all people. That kind of wisdom is what 60 years of playing yields.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Amen!

[@ronl7131]

And take care you’ve not had a breakfast drink that turns neck of guitar into a snake….😂😂😂

[@claytonb9685]

Get well soon Sir Carlos Santana 🙏

[@budc6246]

For the rest of us we'll keep it pedals. Heavy distortion is awesome.

[@claytonb9685]

@ MXR RULES!!!!! 🤘😎🤙

[@davidstrother496]

I didn't know much about Carlos Santana, just that I love his music. Now I have RESPECT for him after hearing the interview. He is a genuine music hero. Thanks POR.

[@NOBodYnose022]

I've been such a Santana fan I didn't realize he had faded away when people started saying he was making a comeback, he's always been part of the soundtrack of my life. Thanks for all the great music Carlos and thank you professor for continually great interviews. P.S. took my son to see Santana as his first concert in 1993 in Charlotte Nc he still remembers. Happy New Year everybody

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks for watching!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Happy new year!

[@eggsngritstn]

Opening doors. Good to hear someone this famous and accomplished being so open and engaging with his peers.

[@ProfessorofRock]

I was blown away by this interview!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Listening to him I feel like he’s my best friend.

[@Heartwing37]

Santana’s “Samba Pa Ti” is one of the most gorgeous songs on earth! I can’t hear it without rejoicing that I’m alive….

[@dustybrand]

Ottmar Liebert did a great cover of it.

[@illegal_space_alien]

The joy of listening to Santana. You can listen to this beautiful piece, and then put on his song Open Invitation ( kzbin.info/www/bejne/fYLKh2qtZr6ehs0feature=shared ) and start headbanging. Such versatility.

[@howardosden3112]

Great interview! It gave me a whole new appreciation for Mr. Santana! ❤ 👍 🎸

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks for watching!

[@umarae27]

Same! I've enjoyed his sound throughout the years, but never bothered to search the personality side. Wow. I have much respect for him now, & hope to hear more from him about him.

[@CraigAWhelanJr]

Carlos has always been a reminder me to be a good person. He's genuine and sincere in an industry that chews up and spits out too people when they are no longer profitable. Not the least bit surprised he gives royalties out of pocket to Otis Rush. That's who Carlos is as a person. Its all the more wonderful how much of an inspiring musician he is and has been for countless guitar players including myself. Black Magic Woman from Abraxis was one of the first songs I wanted to learn as a young kid playing guitar. A little older later on as teenagers we would take LSD and look at that album cover with all the finite details while listening to the LP (not encouraging drug use but if you know, you know its a great album to do just that). Awesome interview and my favorite part was Carlos fist bumping The Professor of Rock...very cool.

[@ProfessorofRock]

SO true!

[@ronmullard5718]

Carlos is obviously a man with morals....respect to him for his actions....not many others would do this...

[@shemanic1]

A great interview with a music icon. I did not know this was an Otis Rush tune origin. Thanks to Carlos for honouring that. One of the most powerful tunes of that era. I spin the vinyl 45's of "Black Magic Woman" often, sometimes both versions back to back.

[@J450NRS11]

I'm not sure he mentioned it in the video but Clapton also recorded a cover of All Your Love with John Mayall and the Blues Breakers in 1966, which is the version that inspired Peter Green to write Black Magic Woman which in turn inspired Santana to record his own version. We have a lot to thank Mr Rush for! P.S. Nice profile picture ;)

[@fivestring65ify]

Santana has been such a huge influence on so many musicians. He's such a humble man and si talented. His comment on an Amp one of his friends made was the beginning of the Mesa Boogie amp line.

[@DexFlett]

Oh, brother! That is one of the best interviews you've ever done, Prof. Always loved your channel, and now I love it even more. You're a music history legend. Peace and love from the UK✌💜

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks for watching!

[@MyName-pl7zn]

Carlos Santana interview is almost as entertaining as his music and performances. What a great man, the world could use more Carlos Santana's in it. I would love to just hang out with him all day once, fantastic episode and interview professor!!

[@FredGroenke55]

Well said, Name. He is a special, rare individual in the music industry.

[@MyName-pl7zn]

@FredGroenke55 definitely!

[@TJ-id6ee]

Totally agree. Awesome human being, always felt a great vibe from Carlos Santana.

[@FistandFootMartialArts]

Once? Wouldn't be enough. lol

[@MyName-pl7zn]

@@TJ-id6ee amazing guy!

[@artie]

In an industry that is known for its ruthless corruption… there’s a light that shines positive in Calos… in that he still send what he believes to Otis in a thank you of sorts for suppling a recording that helped make Santana a huge name. Huge respect. And… he didn’t have to!!! Beautiful

Professor you are soooooo lucky to have interviewed one of my favorite artists. I am jealous but am glad to be able to watch this great interview. Santana is one smooth cool guy and so is his music. Thank you for sharing with us all.

[@samiam3297]

Carlos is no joke! 🤘😔🎸 many many good inerviews here but this one...this one right here shines brighter than bright! 🤘😔🎸

[@generay6807]

Carlos is such a great person. I used to be a fair weathered fan (mainly because of Greg and Neal), but over the years after watching and listening to interviews of this man I’ve grown to appreciate his genius, love and compassion. He’s a beautiful soul. Thanks for the music Carlos.

[@illegal_space_alien]

It's still crazy that Greg Rollie was the lead singer for Santana on Black Magic Woman, among other great songs, went on to found Journey, and was told by record execs that his voice wasn't good enough. Like what the fuck??? I mean they got Steve Perry out of the deal, but still, damn.

[@generay6807]

@ Greg voice is still one of my favorites. It just goes to show that the guys at the record companies still don’t know what they’re doing.

[@BrandyStaples-d8l]

Samba Pa Ti is a little slice of heaven. Love me some Santana. ❤

[@AlexandraNava-p6f]

THIS HAS TO BE THE RICHEST, WISEST, AND ONE OF THE MOST STELLAR INTERVIEW/CLASSES FROM THE PROFESSOR 🤯🏆👏👏👏

[@lannyheinlen7022]

Thank You for bringing this interview. I have never heard of Santana's interview before. I find wisdom here missing in many in the entertainment world.

[@VinzClorthokeymasterofGozer]

I really appreciate that you research and find great info to back up these stories I heard mostly as rumors. It's great to get a more full picture of it all. Carlos Santana seems like such a cool guy anyway, then things like this solidify that notion. Thanks.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Glad you like them!

[@michaelnewell6385]

One of the greatest talents of our time. I’ve always been a huge fan in Carlos Santana and his music. This interview brings the spiritual side of him to light. What a great guy. What a great and talented guy.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks for watching!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

He has worked so hard.

[@Cat_Rescuer]

I heard Carlos Santana say that at Woodstock, he took an ample hit of mescaline, thinking the band would be on later in the day. Instead, they went on early, but he & the band absolutely shredded Soul Sacrafice in spite of the hit he took. One of my absolute favorite live performances. Thank you, Carlos 🙏 A person doesn't have to believe in religion, but a higher power is out there. You just have to trust. What a beautiful interview, Professor. Thank you for capturing these voices before they pass on. 🩷✌️🤘

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks for sharing!

[@bdickinson6751]

Faith is a powerful thing.

[@petechau9616]

I read an article where Carlos said the guitar was like a snake and it was hard for him to hold.

[@Cat_Rescuer]

@petechau9616 he played his ass off as well as the whole band. Their live at Woodstock is Tremendous!

[@petewilson2314]

Way to go Professor, landing an interview with this icon. You have arrived my friend

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks, man!

[@williambenner701]

What a great interview with the man who blew me away with his Soul Sacrifice at Woodstock, only to stage one of the greatest musical comebacks of all time with Smoth! Santana has ALWAYS been a great inspiration to me! ❤

[@ProfessorofRock]

Amen

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Soul Sacrifice was a fiery performance!

[@pawi1875]

Every person is born with an inner and outer support system. And they are more than anxious and willing, with enthusiasm, to open doors for you. Carlos Santana

[@pawi1875]

Don't worry about the support system. It is going to come. In fact, it is already there. They are waiting for you to get your own fingerprints together. Carlos Santana

[@pawi1875]

Everyone has their own identity and individuality, and uniqueness. Carlos Santana

[@pawi1875]

This is the planet of free-will, so you can even dought God if you want to. Even though he is everywhere, you know. Carlos Santana

[@pawi1875]

However, when you do, invite, the Holy Ghost, to help me make decisions, make you, a make, a no judgments, just make decisions, a confer, defer, to a Holy Ghost, And it is ever so near. Carlos Santana

[@jasongoodrow949]

Santana was on (almost) every bill during the Bill Graham Presents shows of my youth and they burned it down every time. He still gets really loose on stage these days with a crack touring band and a focus on always reaching for the music. Thanks for this interview Professor.

[@jasonmeadors3524]

What a GREAT video. Very nicely done, sir. We loved "Black Magic Woman/Gypsy Queen" when it came out, of course, who didn't, but my appreciation of this guitar great hit new heights with "Soul Sacrifice" out of Woodstock. My absolute favorite number back then. I can be on the road for a long trip, start up "Caravanserai," and the miles just float by. Every track, wonderful. I have maintained, to some minor ridicule, that "Jungle Strut" in Santana 3, simplified in certain ways, would be a wonderful number for a high school band or orchestra. We saw Santana in concert in Denver. They were originally scheduled to play Red Rocks, but weather. They finally got sloughed off to the Denver Coliseum, but even in that somewhat awkward arena, it was wonderful, and Carlos Santana was stellar and generous with his bandmates. The pinnacle of Santana listening pleasure for me is "Europa" off the "Viva Santana!" album, and yes, it has to be that version. The peacefulness, the energy, the power, the raw sexuality, and nonpareil guitar playing highlighted by the 60-second sustain - just breathtaking. I was on a road trip with a blues-rock musician, put the CD in, and at one point in his amazement he yelled, "Okay, Carlos, now you're just showing off!" And finally, "Smooth," and I got tears in my eyes from the realization that a whole new generation gets to appreciate anew the genius and joy of Carlos Santana's musical prowess. You wanted memories? There's mine.

[@forcedfeedbackclassicgamer5499]

Freakin' awesome interview. Carlos is such a badass, absolutely incredible musician. Supernatural is a practically flawless album.

[@Rossturnerphoto]

This is one of my favorite interviews from your channel. I love how approachable Santana seems and is a great storyteller. I love that he gives credit to God too.

[@ravenkeefer3143]

This is fantastic. I've heard others who've had the opportunity to talk with Carlos Santana through the years say how gracious and down to earth he is. This interview was a golden moment. It's terrible that so few sit down conversations are out there with the musicians that have been around so long, so much a part of the lives of so many. Mahe Ohna ✌️ Favour Carlos, Adam, and ALL

[@karencordoba]

My brother is 6 years older than me and has always been a massive Santana fan, so I grew up with this man's music! Now I get to see what a nice guy he is, and makes me want to be there talking to him forever. Great interview with a legend.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Cool!

[@dianefontaine7204]

Wonderful interview. Thanks Adam and Carlos.

[@borisblvd5354]

About 1999 or so, we saw a show in Dallas with, Santana, BB King & Jeff Beck. Each had their own set, 45 minutes or so. Three of the greatest gunslinger ever!!!

[@gregplaxton2682]

I'm not a huge Santana fan. We play Black Magic Woman jammin. I like him more than ever. He's a thoughtful person. America needs more like him.

[@rjeffadpt7385]

I love listening to Carlos talk almost as much as listening to him play! ❤

[@mojoyote5924]

Santana is like 78 or 79 in this interview. He sure looks a lot younger than that, still.

[@ProfessorofRock]

HE's amazing!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

I know, right! He has aged so perfectly!

[@ogam5]

.....TOO true - you'd NEVER know he was almost an OCTOGENARIAN - and, having partial Hispanic roots do HOPE that I age JUST as gracefully (I'm 62.....)

[@luisaisenberg5832]

This man is awesome, and that's an understatement ❤ Note: BOTH, interviewer and interviewee are awesome So positive, so admirable

[@elizabethp2395]

THIS is why I love this channel so much. Thank you, Professor!!

[@My_mid-victorian_crisis]

My mom always had a lot of great things to say about Carlos. According to her, they became friends from sessions at Canter's Deli and motorcycles. I remember the personalized inscription on her copy of Abraxis, it was awesome.

[@dougpeters1625]

Carlos is in a league of his own! So great. He’s always been so real and so straight with what he does, and what he projects. Also, is he drinking from the same fountain as Ringo Starr? He looks incredible.!

[@marquisgilmore1501]

I really enjoyed Mr. Santana talking about his rock heroes.

[@Whisper_292]

Fantastic interview! I love how his spirituality influences him and his music.

[@ProfessorofRock]

THanks Whisper!

[@gerrycoogan6544]

I love Carlos Santana, not only as great musician but also as a great spiritual soul and a beautiful human being.

[@TheCriminalViolin]

Oh I love this interview man! Genuinely, I resonated so much with what he expressed and said. Carlos and Eric Clapton - THE two most impactful, influential and best guitarists around. Of course without prior artists to give their inspiration to them, they may not have found themselves on this same path, and seeing the same sound and success, but it isn't from those before them that we got them, it is from their own unique touch and styles, and their passion that gave birth to them and their unique sound. So yes, Chuck Berry in example may have been and still be considered one of the best guitarists of all time, and at one point, the cream of the crop, among many others, but Carlos and Eric are truly the best of the best all on their own.

[@JeffTaggart-p6o]

I remember 25 years ago, when Santana came back from oblivion with the Rob Thomas collaboration. Was nuts thinking the guy who played at Woodstock was making a comeback about 30 years later. I think I read Santana married his drummer who used to play with Lenny Kravitz

[@dustybrand]

Yep. Cindy Blackman. She's a great drummer. Also played on the first couple of Joss Stone records.

[@ProfessorofRock]

That's right! Cindy!

[@ProfessorofRock]

@@dustybrand Yes!

[@JohnSmith-mf3dh]

Yeah, that was a great album and then he almost ruins it by adding that pendejo from the Grupo Maná... Ask, a lot of Latinos hate that grupo and certainly we hate that Fer, he's a big pendejo...

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Wow, I never knew that!

[@gunsofsteele]

Before Woodstock, my Ex-weed dealer lived on Mount Tamalpais (Mt. Tam) on the same street as Carlos. He told me many stories. One was that Carlos would sit on the stoop of his house all day and night, practicing on his SG, and he wouldn't even plug into an amp. Fast forward many years later, and I found out my wife (we didn't know each other back then) made out with Carlos back in the day. She says she doesn't remember it, but she was a little stoner chick. 😂 My wifes best friend, to this day, is Jeannie. Jeannie says that it did happen. Their third friend, Joanie, was always with them. RIP Joanie. 🙏 My wife and Jeannie tell me they had lots of fun during the hippie faze in San Francisco. I've asked them both if "Jean" is Jeanne in Evil Ways, if Joan is Joanie, and if "who knows who" was the lyric for my wife, cause Carlos probably didn't rememberher her name like she doesn'tremember making out with him, but they say they doubt it. Carlos, tell me who Jean, Joan, and Who Knows Who is, please? Nam, Myoho, Renge, Kyo, good vibes for everyone in 2025! ✌️

[@jeffreyweaver9729]

Wow! What a great interview. Carlos Santatana is so talented and a great person at the same time.

[@RobertL_0563]

Professor, I've been following you since Mar of '24. Of all episodes since then, including the archives, THIS has become my one of my top three favorites. Thank you!

[@ProfessorofRock]

Very cool!!

[@studi0robb]

i saw Carlos during the moonflower tour. he played five (5!) encores. when he performed "Europa", i was in tears. i wore the vinyl out playing the John McLaughlin/Carlos Santana album, "Love, Devotion, Surrender"...

[@dustybrand]

I grow morning glories and moonflowers. The moonflower was an important plant to the people of what is now Mexico during pre-Columbian times, particularly in Jalisco where Mr. Santana was born. I wonder if that's why he chose it as an album title.

[@rodrios2696]

Surprised you got to talk to talk to Santana.. very cool. World better place with his music. Beautiful music.

[@harryhoesch3793]

Smooth was so nice to hear and that Carlos guitar sound. Only a handful like Santana, Ronson and Knopfler are so distinct.

[@DanieVargas]

I’ve mentioned this before, so here I go again… My dad was always listening to one of his albums Sunday mornings. I loved most of it, I just couldn’t get into the Doors, but that’s another story. My dad was a HUGE Santana Fan! I remember staring at the cover art of my dad’s copy of Abraxas. I remember thinking that I really wanted to be at this beach party. LOL, I was 7. What did I know… I do love his songs, Say it Again has ALWAYS been a favorite. And Blues for Salvador (an instrumental) and Europa and my favorite instrumentals of his… The first time I had the opportunity to see Carlos Santana live, I could almost FEEL my dad standing next to me… My dad was my music MENTOR and he would be the first person to say that there is NO SUCH THING as a “bad Santana song”.

[@dustybrand]

Your dad sounds like he was cool as a fan.

[@michaelrochester48]

The best part of the song is the middle section where it goes into a complete Samba and then Carlos Santana rips a huge guitar solo. It is one of the most exciting middle sections of a song ever.

[@RobertL_0563]

Amen! 14:45 How awesome it is for Carlos to acknowledge God & the Holy Spirit to the start of his day. Hallelujah! 🙏

[@ProfessorofRock]

Yes indeed!

[@bdickinson6751]

Amen!

[@dustybrand]

Psalm 118:17

[@ROBYNMARKOW]

I spoke to his grand niece on the phone. I saw that her last name was Santana & I just had to ask since I've been a big fan of Santana since I was a kid. Seems like a smart guy ( besides being a terrific musician! 👌)

[@TheAcademicOracle]

“Only those who can see the invisible can do the impossible!” Thanks Santana! Not only is that TRUE, but I’ll be using those magical words to help others understand Omnidimensional Authors! ✨💗

[@whatwhere2018]

This may be my favorite of all your interviews.

[@Smedleydog1]

I grew up in the 60s and 70s. Santana was always being played in someone's car while we were cruising. You mentioned a resurgence when the album Supernatural was released. I was still listening to Santana when that "resurgence" hit.

[@bazzathegreat3517]

I am glad he mentioned John Lee Hooker. Chill Out is one of my favorite John Lee Hooker albums and the title track with Santana playing is amazing. John Lee Hooker had a unique sound that it often seemed weird how he meshed with different musicians. Chill Out is as much a Santana song as a John Lee Hooker song.

[@Destiny-bt7oi]

The Calling is my favorite Santana song of all time. 😇🎵👍 One love! ❤️

[@perspectivewithmikeb]

Love Santana!!! Thanks for sharing such a great story about a true legend!

[@mikebuck1897]

Yeah, great guitarist and vocalist

[@JoelWelter]

I'm surprised at the intimacy that Carlos shared about his life and his music. Well done!

[@mlbolts72]

Great interview . One of the greats in music. Bless Santana 4 sending money to Otis Rush 👏🎙

[@lauraharper3220]

WOW! I am so impressed with Carlos Santana’s spiritual intelligence and clarity!!! 😮😮😮😮❤❤❤❤

[@cindysnow2123]

I never knew Greg Rolie was the lead singer on Black Magic Woman!! I love learning new things!! I did a tribute to JD Souther on my Facebook page today!! I included the video for FGL's Dirt in which JD acted in!!! Happy New Year, Professor Of Rock!! Cindy Snow

[@ProfessorofRock]

That is awesome, Cindy!

[@cargilekm]

Way back in the 60's my uncle worked selling records to stores. He brought home an unreleased album for me. It was Abraxuses. I hope I spelled that right. It hadn't been released to the stores yet. I loved the record and played the heck out of it. I have been a fan ever since. Cheers

[@LuvHrtZ]

Ironically, I was in the middle of playing Europa at a 5-star hotel gig when James Burton walked up to me and gave me a thumbs up. When I eventually recognised him, he looked pretty chuffed. I'll never forget that. Carlos has been my major influence as a guitarist. He taught me how to make a guitar sing, talk and soar. It became my true voice.

[@OlliGarch]

Carlos is great. I remember his quote saying angels are flying around him while he plays. I may be a bit off on what he really said but something like that. ✌️✌️✌️❤️❤️❤️. Thanks Professor of Rock.

[@danoconnell1833]

I loved Santana from the first notes of Jingo I heard on the radio in '69. He was one of the reasons I played guitar. His playing always "speaks" in a way no one else's does.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Very cool!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

And Jingo was their very first chart hit!

[@kimihuff7645]

Fabulous,fabulous ,fabulous conversation!!! Your Dad would be proud!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@marinebean420]

Wow, incredible interview, professor!

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks!

[@FredGroenke55]

Yes, the Professor had to correct Carlos on the facts. Adam always does his homework.

[@dustybrand]

@@FredGroenke55 Saw that too and I love that. Professor is so incredibly on top of his game and it's part of the formula that has worked so well. As I always say, he has earned every bit of success.

[@Thecrazyhokster]

Much love to Carlos. But also he got one of the best male voices in a generation to collaborate! Go Rob!

[@Angelicus-p5p]

Santana is such a nice man! Great interview.🎸🎶

[@ProfessorofRock]

Santana is the man!

[@theragingdolphinsmaniac4696]

Carlos is the man. Abraxas was one of the first records I owned and will always be on my desert island list. It has an energy all its own.

[@FredGroenke55]

Love that line: “the guitars started to sound a little bit ornery”. Great description.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks for listening!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

I know! Just genius.

[@rene9066]

Love Carlos Santana as a great musician, but love this man more for who he is, the way he carries himself, his humility and his grace.

[@flagcoco69]

Most men who talk like this, you may do this too, but I dismiss them as potheads or hippies. Carlos Santana is the only person who talks about spirituality and commonality so freely and joyfully and I never dismissed as some young pup tripping on acid. He's genuine. He walks the walk. He puts it in his music, and it's not just some ethereal thing you kinda sorta feel; it's palpable, it's something you can sink your teeth into.

[@ProfessorofRock]

I love it! Great comment!

[@bobmoore5909]

Being a guitar player for 45 years.I've always enjoyed and respected santana and his music. I've played in many cover bands and did many of his songs through the years. As a guitar player, I can tell you. It is easy to replicate his style if you practice enough. The key I found is this. You have to feel the music. With enough practice, anyone can play a Santana song. But if you don't feel it inside, you're just copying the notes and it will show. So when you play a Santana song or any song for that matter, try to get a feeling for it. I've been playing since I was 14 years old.And there are a ton of Guys who play better than me.... But I give it all. I have and pour my heart into it and try to come as close as I can.

[@flyinpigmusic331]

Great video! Santana is one of my favorite bands, and I would love to see more content on them. Especially the story of how the original lineup broke at the end of 1971 which led to the recording of Caravanserai in 1972, one of their best albums.

[@ProfessorofRock]

I'll keep that in mind!

[@pistolpeteOH]

One of my favorite bands! Third concert I ever attended was Santana in 1978. Opening acts were Sad Cafe (they had a remake of Highway Star) and Eddie Money. I was 16. I’ve seen Santana many times since then. Always a great show!

[@Theywereright24-7]

Black Magic Woman was one of the first songs that I learned to play in 1971. It has taken the next 53 years for me to get as close to the “Santana Smooth” sound, (as I call it), as I can possibly get. He has a way with those magic fingers that is hard to duplicate. Great interview!!😎

[@ProfessorofRock]

Very cool!

[@kenzuercher7497]

Fantastic interview with my guru, Carlos! I play some of his tunes in my bands even today, Smooth, Europa, Black Magic Woman, etc. Favorite album of his is probably Festival or Moonflower.

[@jamesfitzgerald6636]

I’m sitting here listening to this and I like Carlos a lot, spiritual is not smoking weed for ever! Altered state of mind. Living a life in a natural way, no drugs etc, dealing with life, the highs and the lows and getting Wisdom from it, young people looking might be given a wrong impression of who was important to the rock scene in England, ELVIS was the biggest star. Paul McCartney has a jukebox in his office in London with all Elvis records in it, I always taught that when I heard George shearing at the Newport Jazz festival, that’s where Santana got their sound, guitar instead of piano. Carlos looks great here and I’ve seen him look his age, what happened?

[@michaelrasmussen6588]

I think Santana's most underrated song is Winning. Man, those lyrics! The ultimate song about either winning or losing. Depends on your own point of view.

[@scowlistic]

Professor just kicking it with absolute LEGENDS. Thanks for sharing.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks for watching!

[@morgan9729]

i'm in my 60's (😐) and all your videos bring back great memories. happy new year!!

[@memorast]

❤❤❤ what a great interview with Carlos, thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you❤❤❤❤

[@surlechapeau]

Fun Fact: Stevie Ray Vaughn named his band Double Trouble, after the Otis Rush' 1958 hit song! Santana's Black Magic Woman - best cover song of all-time.

[@ProfessorofRock]

That's right!

[@thomasbest8599]

Perhaps, a lot can be said of Hendrix and all along the watchtower

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

I never knew that!

[@philipethier9136]

And don't forget the injection of element from Gabor's "Gypsy Queen"!

[@commodoor6549]

Is anyone else wondering how at 77 years old, Carlos still looks good and has so much positive energy. What a gift he is to the world.

[@sgmares]

A true artist…No borders, no biases, just spirit. Viva Tijuas🙏🏽💕💕💕💯

[@floydshambles]

Carlos is my hero. Seen him about 10 times, brings it everytime

[@ProfessorofRock]

He's such a GURU! Love him too!