In One of HIs FINAL INTERVIEWS...Hilarious Rocker Tells Story of a 70s CLASSIC! | Professor of Rock

Coming up, a rare interview with one of the funniest rockers ever. Mr. Eddie Money… Sadly, he passed away a few years back. The Money Man tells the story of his signature hit the 70s rock classic, Two Tickets To Paradise... He was a poor kid from the other side of the tracks dating a rich girl. Her parents didn’t want her seeing him He wanted to take her somewhere special but didn’t have the money so he wrote her a song… It became a rock classic but did it save their relationship? Find out next.
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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’s interview is with one of my favorites He was raised in Brooklyn New York as Eddie Mahoney and was on his way to following in his father and brother's footsteps to be a policeman for the NYPD but dropped out of the trainee program to chase his dream of becoming a rock star. He changed his name to Eddie Money! He moved to LA and started dating a rich sorority girl, whose parents didn’t approve of his rock and roll ways… He wanted to take her on a special trip to paradise but didn’t have the money so he wrote a song about it… It became the classic Two Tickets To Paradise. I’ll let him tell you how it all worked out, plus a story of how he was able to bring a legend out of retirement to sing on another huge record that would also become an 80s classic. It’s a great story straight from the hilarious jester of rock. I’ve always felt that Eddie Money was like the Thurman Munson of rock.
He killed it for over 40 years on the rock stage and he left it all out on that stage. His swagger and passion were apparent night after night. He passed away a few years back and has been sorely missed.
What follows is me getting the real story of Eddie Money the cop, and the story of his greatest hits Two Tickets to Paradise and Take Me Home Tonight. As I always say on this channel. I feel the songs are magic... They're time capsules that when played, take us back to life's sweetest memories. For me Eddie Money’s music takes me back to driving around my small town of black foot Idaho with my dad and every time I hear Eddie's music, I wanna go back and do it all over. Eddie Money passed away almost one month to the day after my dad, they were about the same age.
When I interviewed him it was pretty special, as I got to relay the memories of his music to Eddie, and how his music created the father and son bond. Actually, Eddie wrote a special note to my dad as I had him autograph the exact copy of the cassette my dad wore out so long ago and passed on to me… I remember a few months ago I was at the store with my boys and his song came on. After about 20 seconds I was bawling. I miss my dad every day… I’m so grateful I have this music to remember him.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Poll: What is your pick for the greatest "driving" song. A song that makes you put the pedal to the metal?

[@rogerdeahl9629]

Radar Love -- Golden Earring. I Can't Drive 55 -- Sammy Hagar

[@christineml1476]

"Stop" by Black Rebel Motorcycle Club

[@Code.Name.V]

Jean Beauvoir: Feel The Heat Quiet Riot: Bang Your Head Sigue Sigue Sputnik: 21st Century Boy

[@MyName-pl7zn]

In honor of Eddie Money SH SH Shaking !

[@jamalstephenson7140]

Born to be Wild - Steppenwolf

[@socaljmac7720]

Went to see Eddie Money with a group of friends in Florida years ago. We were hungry and ended up at a grocery store about midnight and were stunned to see Eddie behind us in line. In classic fashion, he stuck his hand out and said, “Eddie Money. Rock star.” Classic. Seemed like a super nice, normal guy. Rest in peace.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

He was just one of the greatest guys in the music business.

[@BrentTharp]

I even clicked the little info link. Gonna get me some ZENNIs while I support the Professor of Rock.

[@FloridaManRacer]

That sounds EXACTLY like something Eddie would've done hahaha.

[@The_Evolved67]

Sounds like the title of a song... Eddie Money... Rock star.

[@steveludwig4200]

Was this in 1981 in Lakeland when he opened for Foghat? Great show and ALL great guys in both bands...

[@darknagaadventures7884]

He was always a delight. What he did for Roni Spektor was incredible

[@RC32Smiths01]

Rest in peace to the late Eddie Money. He had so many great songs, it's overwhelming! Such a cool thing to be shown, an interview with him, it's a time capsule!

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks RC32!

[@RC32Smiths01]

@@ProfessorofRock My pleasure!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Miss him dearly.

[@rogerdeahl9629]

Eddie Money is truly a great guy. A Brooklyn guy who became a California rock star. Love it. 2 Tickets to Paradise is what we get with you every day, Professor. Thanks for this.

[@ProfessorofRock]

That's right! Gotta love it.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Enjoyed this one.

[@pdmullgirl]

RIP Eddie. I’m so glad you got to interview Eddie. What a great interview. And the fact he said to you to thank your father for turning you on to his music. It don’t get no better than that. Music is magical. ❤️💜💚

[@metairieman55]

You pull some of the best interviews out of these artists because of your deep respect for the musicians who create these masterpieces. And your love and respect for the man who introduced you to the art . . . your father. Good job, Mr. Reader!

[@FloridaManRacer]

I lived next to a horse racing track in Upstate NY for 34 years. In the late 90's that track hosted Fireworks Over Central NY for a local radio station (TK99). Eddie Money loved playing that gig so much he did it for almost 10 years in a row. Every year I'd sit in my backyard and have a free Eddie Money concert with my family... That's a special memory...

[@thecollective1584]

I had a chance to meet the Money Man when he played a theater-sized venue in the small town I lived in. My best friend was stage crew and got me in. He and the band and I ended up hanging out talk7ng like musicians do. The band invited me back to the hotel to party after. Eddie was one of the nicest, funniest, most genuine musicians I've ever met. He was just a regular shmoe who happened to be an international rock star, but was not any better than anyone else.

[@ProfessorofRock]

He's hilarious Probably the funniest guy I've ever interviewed !

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

He loved to make people happy and make them laugh…

[@BillGraper]

My uncle's band played this song in the 90's, and one day I sat in on their practice with my keyboard. They loved my keyboard playing, and the fact that I could play all of these 70's songs by ear. They sounded AMAZING in the chorus for "Two Tickets To Paradise." I can still hear it in my mind to this day.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Great memories. A great thank you for sharing it .

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

I can play a lot of classics on the piano too.

[@BillGraper]

@@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 The song that was the most fun for me was "Swingtown" by Steve Miller Band. I played those cool keyboard notes, and kept changing sounds like they do in the actual song.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

@@BillGraper It’s an otherworldly sounding song.

[@reallyretro]

One of the most underrated vocalists/artists of the late 70’s and early 80’s in my opinion. It wasn’t until that big 1986 hit “Take Me Home Tonight” that people actually heard or knew of his music which is sad.

[@retroatx]

My favorite is Gimme Some Water

[@ProfessorofRock]

I agree. Good call.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Great vocal on that one!

[@spudth]

Not really underrated. Great history. Sad that he fought addiction.

[@peterflynn2111]

Here in Australia it is Baby Hold On from 78 that is more known

[@barbaramatthews4735]

I had the pleasure of actually meet Eddie Money once at a USO concert while I was in the Navy. It was a small audience and you couldn't tell because he rocked it as if it was a full auditorium. After the concert he stayed to mingle with us sailors and sign autographs. He was amazing. I always thought about he took a lot of time making all of us feel loved and appreciated. When I say small crowd I'm talking about a dining room at an on base all hands club. Probably around 100+/- audience. He didn't seem bothered and gave a real performance. So humble.

[@kimdaniels7713]

I saw Eddie Money , about 10 or more times opening for other bands. Then he became the headliner and other bands opened for him. He is truly missed.

[@ProfessorofRock]

He is definitely missed.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

A true rockstar.

[@curtish2541]

Eddie Money and Heart appeared together at Fort Bragg in an unbilled concert for the troops in the early 80’s. I saw them there. It was magnificent. I feel fortunate to have grown up in the golden age of rock and roll. Thanks for taking me back there, Professor!

[@ProfessorofRock]

Awesome!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

I’ve been to Fort Bragg many times.

[@tinaheadrick536]

My very first Eddie Money song was “Shakin’”. I saw the video on MTV during the summer when I was 15, and became an instant fan. “Two Tickets To Paradise” is my favorite of his songs, but I can’t help loving “Take Me Home Tonight”, too. I actually knew who Ronnie Spector was and thought it was so cool that they did that song together. Thank you for this segment. Eddie was one of the greats, for sure.❤❤

[@dtpugliese318]

Eddie Money was one of kind. He was such an authentic, kind and interesting man. Anytime I get to hear an interview with him I never pass up the opportunity.

[@Terk131]

Eddie Money was a great live act but was such a great humble guy. He he never lost that wild Brooklyn accent.

[@ProfessorofRock]

That's right!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Very personable.

[@timothyroskie5742]

Hope he made it to Heaven.

[@Nannipat72]

Without a doubt! ​@@timothyroskie5742

[@Bcananzey]

Eddie Money is extremely underrated imo! His Greatest hits is great.

[@andifisaytoyoutomorrow0]

Saw him a couple years before his death. He was a natural with the crowd, had everyone dancing and singing, and played his saxophone too. We lost a legendary performer.

[@AZD2169]

Funny, I got stuck in an elevator with him at the Venetian hotel for two hours. He told me he was a New York Policeman. I said “man you’re a dead ringer for Jon Von Jovi” he laughed and said you don’t know how many times I’ve heard that. Just a down to earth great guy.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Awesome. Thanks for sharing that!

[@TJ-id6ee]

Haha, did he sing in the elevator? He used to sing sing anywhere he went.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Awwww…so sweet.

[@Whisper_292]

I love seeing these interviews. Adam has a knack for finding huge rock stars who turn out to be real people. Also, hearing him talk about his dad and his music, and how much he misses him, makes me think of my mom and how much I miss her (although her music was from the Big Band Era). It doesn't make me sad, so much as nostalgic, and I feel a kinship with Adam and everyone else who has lost a parent they were especially close to. R.I.P. Mr. Money, Mr. Reader, and Mama.

[@emilypettersen5514]

I love how Eddie's music is so tied to your memories of your Father. Then to be able to tell Eddie that and he turns around and says for you to thank your dad! That is what it's all about right there! You actually gave Eddie a gift by letting him know how his music personally touched his fans life! This was a gem of an interview!!

[@TheKeymaster316]

When MTV came out in the early 80’s I was in the 3rd grade. I was absolutely infatuated with his Shakin’ video! I would stand at the door every morning waiting to see if the video would come on before the bus would come. That album, No Control, was the very first album that I ever owned, I got it that Christmas. It hangs on my wall to this day. One of my favorite artists of all time. 🙏🏻

[@johdo_lodet]

For those in the Metro Detroit area, Eddie Money and Pine Knob went hand in hand. Every year, he was the concert that kicked off the summer concert series. Every year, we would proudly purchase those tickets and attend. Eddie Money was the start of summer, and the start of summer music. I always looked forward to that show, even if i was a little too young for the audience. :) RIP Moneyman.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

He was such a great live performer.

[@iancunningham5576]

Thanks for the personal reflection. I miss my Dad too every day. He was a music fan. He loved Creedence Clearwater Revival. We would listen to music together and he would always appreciate those moments. Almost as much as me. Eddie Money was the real deal. RIP

[@ProfessorofRock]

My dad LOVED CCR! So cool to have that connection. Thanks for sharing.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Love me some CCR.

[@SINCITYJIM1]

Eddie Money was a good ol' Rock & Roller. Saw him many times in the late '70's & '80's. Went to one of his last concerts in Arizona before he died & he was still rockin'.

[@ProfessorofRock]

He's a rocker that leaves it ALL on the stage!

[@seanswinton6242]

I only saw him 3 times. I snuck into his "Two Tickets To Paradise" tour when I was 10. I then saw him in 1982 and lastly in 1986 or 87. All great concerts! Gone way too soon!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

One of the best rockers ever.

[@LoraKnutson]

I loved Eddie Money! When "Two tickets to paradise" came on the radio for the first time, my dad and I were driving to Seattle to Tower Records to buy the album! My dad and I just looked at each other, and started jamming out to it! It was a great daddy-daughter outing. I miss Eddie and I miss my dad. But every time I hear Eddie Money on the classic rock station, I smile and remember that day with my dad. Love it! Thanks for showing that interview with the late great Eddie Money!!!!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

I wish we had that many record stores where I live. Sadly, there aren’t any…

[@JimbobZ17]

Thanks Adam. Eddie is one of my favorites. Sad he’s gone. Endless nights is one of my favorites & I wanna go back is my theme song.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Endless Nights is a classic

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Very underrated songs.

[@2Nu]

Back in 2011~12 my daughter’s elementary school music teacher invited LI area rock legends to appear for their Spring 2012 school concert. Invites went out to Billy Joel, Pat Benatar, Brian Setzer and Eddie Money. Out of all of them, Eddie was the ONLY one to respond and ACCEPT that invitation. (He lived for a time in Levittown btw) Keep in mind that this was way before his popular resurgence courtesy of his 2018~19 reality TV show ‘Real Money’ and he graciously took the time to visit the school and perform a rousing rendition of TTTP with the students for the faculty and families. I still have video of that evening’s performance as well as pics taken with him and my daughter. Truly a stand up guy. Thank You and Rest In Power Eddie..

[@wmg1958]

I imagine you telling your Dad about this interview. That must have been a good conversation.

[@ProfessorofRock]

It' was amazing. We watched it together.

[@melanieshaw3210]

Adam, I'm so glad that I am not the only person that the music of an artist literally moved to tears. My daddy passed when I was 10 years old in 1977 and in 1998 on my honeymoon we drove out Route 66 and stopped in Victorville, California at the Roy Rogers Museum. My daddy was the biggest Sons of the Pioneers fan. He had a beautiful voice and to hear him sing those songs along with their albums in our living room was just magical. So when we were in the museum, they were playing Sons of the Pioneers music through the speakers and the next thing I knew I found myself standing there with tears just silently rolling down my face. I couldn't stop it, no one was around and I couldn't have done anything about it if there had been. Standing there in that moment just brought back so many memories. So I totally get where you're coming from. Happy (but sad too) tears! Daddies are special!

[@nageeb96]

we miss him big. he always opend the season .first concert of summer at pine knob in Michigan .we never missed his show. he was Awesome with great memories and good times linked to him. Thank you eddy we love ya.

[@ProfessorofRock]

That's such a great memory!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

I’m glad.

[@RickBeall]

From your interview I can see what a sweet guy Eddie was, and how excited he got when talking about meeting the other rock stars. Now I miss him!

[@danielpaulin4642]

Thank You for letting us all GO BACK AGAIN. Yout are the best at what you do. Kasey Kasam would agree. I love hearing the Artists takes behind their music. ROCK ON. You are the ULTIMATE ROCK and ROLL HISTORIAN. Thanks for the memories.

[@babygerald4645]

These interviews are the best and this one with Eddie is simply magical. Adam takes pop music history to another level, proving with every interview that he loves the music as much, if not more, than the musicians themselves. Only someone with Adam's genuine love for the subject would be able to get Eddie's eyes light up like they did when he learned about how his music tangentially led to Chris Pratt and Anna Faris meeting. That's a rare gift. I would love to see a feature at some point on Bill Graham. The impact that one man had on our culture is almost impossible to fully appreciate, but if there is someone who could, it is our humble professor.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

You know you’re a legend when you end up marrying Chris Pratt and Anna Faris.

[@adreanmarantz2103]

I got to see Eddie Money at a race track about 10 years ago. It was a free concert and "I think I'm in love" is one of my all time favorites, so why not? His voice was a little rough for the first couple of songs until he warmed up, but just amazing from then on. This was also a great reminder of how many hits he had put out. I could only remember a few walking in, but counted at least 13 by the time it was done. Great time.

[@jaredmashburn5618]

Eddie passed 1 week after my brother, u was actually getting up to go to my brother's funeral when I saw my phone was lit up with messages. People knew how much of a fan I was. He was so friendly and approachable and always delivered a solid concert. I miss him so much.

[@Steven-hk2wb]

I saw Eddie play at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk many years ago. He said, "I wrote this next song 3 rehabs ago." So funny. "I Wanna Go Back" is the greatest story of my life. May God bless you Eddie Money. I grew up playing songs from you. Hope to meet you in the next life.

[@TJ-id6ee]

Lol I love it.

[@stefansnijders8943]

Just coming across this video a year later! I got to see Eddie perform at a free concert in Omaha about 8-9 years ago opening for Joan Jett, and his entire band was comprised of his kids and their friends. They rocked it. He was so awesome, and gracious to the people in the park. The last thing he said as they closed their set was "I dont do this for me; I do it for you! Thank you so much for having me!" The man has very obviously been humbled and gracious for his legacy over the years and appreciated his fans. I hear all sorts of stories about how nice and friendly he was. He is definitely missed. Thanks, Prof.

[@Sheerkat7]

RIP Eddie Mahoney. Thanks for the great songs. This is a great channel. Whenever I listen to an artist interview, I listen to their music, usually after many years.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Very cool!

[@davidstoyanoff]

Professor, much respect to you for the way you honor your father. I feel the love you have for him and I know where you are at.

[@stevenedwards5356]

Loved all of Eddie Moneys songs…soundtrack of my childhood! Another awesome synopsis Professor!

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks Steven!

[@alexhogan6629]

I love Eddie SO much!!! Thank you for this interview. He and his music touched SO many people's lives! You are missed, Eddie.❤

[@kurtkensson2059]

I saw Eddie Money open for Foghat on 4/5/1978. We didn't know much about him then. That changed over the next few years!

[@ProfessorofRock]

Very cool!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

He started making hits.

[@dmcallister45]

Fantastic. Thank you for this today. It really took me back Adam.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@CJG-bk4bk]

Saw him back in the 80’s. His music never gets old.

[@JanesDough855]

Great interview with Eddie. My favorite of his is "I Wanna Go Back". Yes, his version is the best and you never get tired of listening to it. RIP, Eddie!

[@mickshadow7871]

My appreciation for the Professor of Rock - and, of course, for Eddie Money - just increased by - I'll just say, a thousand-fold! This was a FANTASTIC interview! Thank you very much!

[@carolynmaynard3694]

I loved and still love Eddie Money. I am so lucky that I was alive and grew up in the ‘70’s and ‘80’s. I hope he knows that no one fell asleep.❤️💔❤️‍🩹

[@kpw84u2]

Saw him play live in 2001 at pine knob in Michigan. Good show. He really puts it all out there when he gets on stage.

[@ProfessorofRock]

He loves it.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

He was a hoot.

[@danielwolski873]

Eddie Money had many great songs. Personal favorites include Walk On Water and I'll Get By.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Great songs!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

I have a knack for I Wanna Go Back.

[@danielwolski873]

@@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980Great song.

[@scottmacwilliams8308]

Saw Eddie Money live several times, always a great show. Jimmy Lyon is still one of my all time favorite guitar players, just great. One thing that stuck out in my mind the last time seeing him live was just how many great songs he had. Got to meet him as well after a show and like everyone has sad, just a down to earth nice guy. Great and everlasting memories!!!!

[@konagirl780]

Being Detroit born and raised, we knew it was the beginning of summer when the voice of Eddie Money sang out from Pine Knob. Eddie opened (and sold out) the outdoor music theater 28 years in a row. He is sorely missed.

[@njineermike]

I met him twice. Once at LAX, once as he was walking in a restaurant I was walking out of. Really nice guy both times.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Very cool. Down to earth for sure.

[@njineermike]

@@ProfessorofRock Yes he was. First time I met him his wife was very pregnant and he asked us to help her while he was getting their luggage to his vehicle. They had just landed and we were picking someone up. We spent about an hour helping him and just BS-ing about music (we were all in struggling bands at the time). He told us to just keep playing. The second time he was walking into a restaurant we had just finished doing a sound check on. We had a cover band gig that night. He remembered us, stood there talking to us for a while, then said he'd come back later and listen to us. The place was called Imperial Garden in Hollywood off Sunset. The place was packed that night and tended to attract a lot of famous people of the time, so I have no idea if he came back or not, but he seemed genuinely happy to just get to talk music with regular dudes.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

He was very sweet.

[@JamesTaylor-yw2rg]

Rest in peace Eddie definitely one of my favorite artist of all time great songs

[@ProfessorofRock]

Such a legend.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

He was awesome.

[@bishdizzle67]

Definitely one of my earlier memories of music discovery was Eddie Money and Two Tickets....! I remember later as a young teen when Shakin' and I think I'm in Love came out...I loved that album. Eddie always seemed like an old 50's rocker with his more modern take on Rock n Roll. He was one of the best for sure.

[@ProfessorofRock]

A legend that didn't get the credit he deserved.

[@bishdizzle67]

@@ProfessorofRock 💯💪

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

He was definitely paying tribute to the old rock and rollers!

[@traywilson]

Saw him at the Wichita Riverfest. Put on an amazing set and afterwards announced to the crowd he'd be hanging out on the side of the stage for any fans who wanted to come up and say hello. Super nice and very humble. Appreciated his fans.

[@claytonphelps9911]

I got so moved by this video, watering eyes. What a great guy Eddie was (still is). Thanks Professor, always excellent videos.

[@dianaarneson9412]

Thank you so much - can’t tell you how much this means to me and my family - my dad loved this music and passed it along to me, my kids, and my grandkids. If it weren’t for you it would be lost. Please keep sharing!!!

[@flavellinator]

Eddie mastered a contemporary rock sound with meaningful nostalgia-based lyrics. Saw him for a New Years Eve concert and he truly delivered... his beautiful wife was there and he introduced her to the crowd in the theater... So personable then and it's awesome to see it shine through in your interview... Thx PoR!

[@ProfessorofRock]

THanks Flavelinator! Love EM.

[@geetee2694]

I saw him in 1985/6 opening for one of our local bands (.38 Special) and he put on a much better show.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

He was truly entertaining.

[@TheCharlesAtoz]

I think I was in college when I discovered his music, Eddie was a blue collar guy that connected with me on so many levels. Great revisit Adam- it meant a lot to hear him talk again about the his past, our past. We can go back, but in our memories.

[@ProfessorofRock]

That's exactly right!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

I agree.

[@hercules1073]

"We can go back, but in our memories" Yeah, but you can't do it all over again...

[@iamrodneyy]

I came to L.A. from Boston to visit my sister and she and her boyfriend both worked for Eddie's record label. After a fantastic dinner party honoring Jonny Mathis, they took me to a studio where Eddie was recording an album. It was great to meet him. Such gentleman. It was quite an evening for me, a greenhorn from Massachusetts. That was when L.A. was still an exciting and fun place. The 80s! Miss them along with the 60s and 70s.

[@Lam_3-22-23]

Think I'm in Love is my favorite of Eddie's. Got to see him in Dallas along with Mitch Ryder and The Fixx, loved the show

[@ProfessorofRock]

Wow that's a cool show. A bit of an odd pairing with the Fixx but really cool!

[@Lam_3-22-23]

Mitch Ryder and the Detroit Wheels opened with a ton of energy Eddie also energetic and you're right about odd mix, but The Fixx were the calming influence, and absolutely stole the show.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

The Fixx?! Wow.

[@adreanmarantz2103]

@@ProfessorofRock That would make a good video or survey question. -- What's the most mismatched live show you've been to?

[@scottyarm]

A legend who is sometimes under appreciated in the grand scheme of things. What a voice.

[@constipatedinsincity4424]

So many of us take our parents for granted! 😪 There's not a day that I don't spend time in thought of my parents. All of you fellow classmates if you're lucky to still have them, give them a hug 🤗 for me!May GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FUTURE ENDEAVORS. I can truly say that 3 days a week I still 😭 like a little girl!

[@ProfessorofRock]

Indeed!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

I have my mom and dad, both of my mom’s parents, and my dad’s mom. I am grateful for all of them.

[@constipatedinsincity4424]

@@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 Hey Silly Lilly 😜 I believe you my little sister! Could you please hug them all for me! I hope that you are doing well and right ✅

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

@@constipatedinsincity4424 I am so thankful for them. They are all very supportive. I am doing awfully well.

[@constipatedinsincity4424]

@@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 Hey Silly Lilly, 😜hopefully this summer you will get a po box 📦 or your family will come to Las Vegas. Because I have something for you. I just got to find it! The last time I saw 👀 it was in 2019. I think that you would appreciate it and hopefully treasure it. And you could tell your grandkids about this Cool 😎 as a Mug 🍺 dude. Do you collect comic books? 📚

[@tpr299]

I saw Eddie twice in one year back in the mid nineties. Great performances. At the greet, and meet after the second one my wife mentioned to him that I was a state trooper. He seemed to get excited, and thanked me for being a cop. He seemed very sincere. Great guy.

[@briansnow9865]

One of your BEST interviews ever. And I understand why you held onto it for so long. Three great guys. Your dad, you, and Eddie Money.

[@johnshelley7215]

After watching the professor of rock’s videos for a while, I’ve come to the conclusion that he is truly the heir apparent to Casey Kasem. Thoroughly knowledgeable with the facts, respectful interviews, and always great backstories. A true tribute to the master!

[@tedbecker4051]

Love the interview. He was such a down-to-earth, genuine man. Great vocalist. Two Tickets to Paradise is an unforgettable song.

[@kellycranford3592]

I LOVEd him!! His song 'Shakin' brings back fond memories of my Senior year in high school. It was playing on the radio on the way to school one morning and everyone walking in the halls and thru the doors was singing that song. Really cool moment and memory. I wished I could thank him for all the great memories involving his songs. He is truly missed.

[@markcatanzaro9699]

What an absolutely awesome interview of an amazing guy, a music legend and incredibly down to earth man!

[@micnorton9487]

What a cool guy,, just really personable and humorous and I know you realize how fortunate and frankly,, historic in an artistic sense to get such an offhand and perfect interview with a guy who IS classic rock,, hats off again Professor,, you NAILED it...

[@robster7316]

What a wonderful interview! Eddie was such a character. He could have made it as a stand-up comic. Two-Tickets To Paradise has such a great vibe to it and Jimmy Lyon’s outstanding solo work really carries the tune. Touching story about the connection to your dad, too. Thanks, Adam!

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks Robster! Always appreciate your comments.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

I would have loved to see him do a stand up routine.

[@dianevanderlinden3480]

Oh he was funny. I met him at a record convention. His manager was hanging around making sure he didn't overindulge. He gave the waitresses some very generous tips and definitely was a character!

[@fredupstairs8234]

Yeah, I got a Rodney Dangerfield vibe from him. All he'd need is a red tie.

[@lynnestamey7272]

I love the stories about your father that you share with us. My best music memory I have with my father was a discussion about a Hollies song in the 1960s, Long Cool Woman (in a black dress). Lead singer Allan Clarke, who was also a cowriter, had a great voice. My Dad, an older guy born in 1916, told me that he didn't understand why anyone with such a good voice would want to sing that kind of stuff. I always remind myself that his idea of a rollicking tune was Mack the Knife! Thanks, Professor!

[@dranet47]

That was a fantastic interview. How lucky you are! He always seemed so genuine and this interview proved it. Great guy and even better music.

[@ProfessorofRock]

It was such a great afternoon.

[@GaryDejuliaMotherFatherYourney]

I met Eddie in Boardman Ohio! He was one of the nicest guy you could evert met! Man was he cool and fun! I never forget that!! Good times!

[@musclecarmitch908]

Awesome episode Professor! Eddie Money has always been one of my favorites! Great music and great personality! I loved his reality show and really miss it since his passing, we lost him too soon!

[@homeaccount5943]

Eddie Money was fantastic. I really loved "I Think I'm in Love," which is my favorite. R.I.P. to one of the very best rockers. Thanks for yet another great interview, Professor!!

[@constipatedinsincity4424]

I have a picture of me and Eddie Money together at BB Kings Funeral!

[@ProfessorofRock]

Really? I'd love to see that! Who are you?

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Cool!

[@georgebooth2005]

Adam, you bring out the best of the artists, in all your interviews. I was fortunate to have seen Eddie in Austin, Texas. What a fantastic show! He's really, a wonderful man... He's sorely missed. RIP 🙏 EDDIE You won't be, Forgotten! GOD BLESS 👍👍❤️😊 george 😎🤿🦈🐙🇺🇲 TEXAS

[@tnrodgers]

Adam another special interview with cherished memories. Eddie was genuine, love hearing the stories and his humility. Hug your family, time goes fast.

[@0UtLAwSCuMFUcK]

You are a man of a good heart. Stay well, and thank you sincerely so much for your touching videos.

[@kenhahn5544]

Eddie's wife keeps his Facebook page alive. And so endearing to see how much she obviously love Eddie. He just seems like a just a regular guy who happened to be a Rockstar

[@lesliehyoutube]

What a great artist. I used to play his tapes til they wore out and got tangled in the player. He wasn't tough to look at, either, when he was young. I love singing harmony on "I Wanna Go Back." He is a lot of the soundtrack of my life. Rest in peace, Eddie.

[@lewiscrow]

Did you know "Two Tickets" was rerecorded for the single release? It's noticeably different, with more guitar. This version is not widely available, but is on at least one compilation CD and can be heard on rebroadcasts of Casey Kasem's AT40 from 1978.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Yep. The guitar is definitely different.

[@adolfsson2705]

Cool song!! Nice personal memories Prof!

[@ProfessorofRock]

THanks Alberto!

[@carolmartin4413]

That's what is so great about songwriters like Eddie Money...they conjure up all the wonderful memories we had with our friends, moms/dads, lovers...many who are now gone...that gift is priceless.

[@leonbogdan1413]

That was great, good job! I seen Eddie as a warmup for Ted Nugent down the Philly spectrum. Point Blank also played. Two tickets to paradise was just released then…unforgettable night - R.I.P. ED. Thank you!

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks Leon!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

We truly thank him for the music.

[@DeafGryphon]

The Spectrum was the BEST for concerts. Grew up south of Philly and seen shows there as well. Eddie was indeed incredible.

[@duckylove3930]

Great interview Professor, a few tears with thoughts of you and your father.

[@mdlwanders8626]

Wow, Adam, what a great interview. Eddie always seemed to be a genuinely nice, humble guy. Your time with him sure validates that for me. The music industry needs more gentle souls like his. R.I.P. Edward Mahoney.

[@jimpryor99]

Great story. Never thought when I subscribed that you’d ever make me cry. Keep ‘‘em coming.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thank you! Will do!

[@coachhumph5524]

Eddie Money is so great and I'm so glad he brought up the song I'll Get By because as much as I marked the times of my life growing up with his songs in heavy rotation on the radio it is definitely the song I'll Get By that stands as my favorite. I love the vulnerability that he expresses so beautifully. Thank you as always Adam.

[@ambadale]

As a high school freshman, I had failed and needed to retake algebra in summer school in 1978. I remember waiting for a bus after summer school let out, sweating from the heat, when Two Tickets to Paradise was playing in the air everywhere. It was a dreary summer, but Eddie’s two great first hits buoyed my spirits and transported me away

[@kellybarthel8060]

No control is really one of the most underrated albums of the 80s. It's just such a solid set of songs on it. Listen to it in its entirety every several months since then.

[@davidrosato864]

“Think I’m in Love” such a great song!

[@cheapskatepanic]

What a nice guy. Adam does such great interviews and he is so prepared. I think he brings out the best in the artists because of that.

[@mikemcgown6362]

Eddie Money was a musical genius! He spoke so many truths in his songs. I used (parodied sorta) 2 Tickets to ask a girl out. She wasn't a real popular girl but she had my attention in Jr. High school and High School but I never got up the nerve to ask her out. It was a couple years after graduation that I ran into her in the mall and asked her for her number so I could ask her out. I went home and tried to find an unrefusable request for a date. Listening to the radio 2 Tickets To Paradise came on. The Weird All came out all of a sudden and I blurted out "I've got 2 tickets to Cedar Point". That's a very popular and large amusement park in Sandusky Ohio. I had access to tickets locally. So I sat down and started scribbling lyrics. I knew she would laugh, but would it impress her enough to accept? I called her up and started singing (sort of) and when she started giggling I knew it was yes. We set it up for the next Saturday morning to go on our date. It was all day just the 2 of us in a packed amusement park. We had a good day, but evidently not good enough because she let me know when I drove her home and walked her to her door, that there wouldn't be another date. That's okay, Jill. I still remember our "2 Tickets to Cedar Point" when I here Eddie sing his song.

[@jessnicholascenterfireecon8382]

"He sounds pitchy." -- Literally laughed out loud and woke up the dog.

[@jasonpaganelli9839]

Thank You Adam for the video Eddie is often underrated and underappreciated! But I also appreciate the stories of you and your Dad and y'alls relationship and how he brought music into your life . Had me crying too

[@dowadiddy2002]

I LOVE your channel! Thanks so much for all this great rock and roll history. It is so important for people to understand their cultural history, this is a fun way to learn history, and these are great memories. As a teen of the 80's we all just loved these Eddie Money hits. He seems like he was a really nice guy. Rest in peace Eddie!

[@mikeb359]

I love this channel. Adam is absolutely the only one to watch if you want to know anything and everything about your favorite music artist. He knows more about the artist than they know about their selves.