Dire Straits - Sultans Of Swing (Official Music Video) | First Time Reaction

[@InnaSoloMusic]

Thank you for being here!

[@kaganboracoban3253]

You missed one of the most beautiful solos in guitar history by choosing the wrong video...

[@ernesthakey3396]

See, after saying that, you're supposed to suggest the "right" video. As a 1st timer, how's she going to know? She's just going by what someone recommended.

[@melprophet1936]

This is an edited version of the song. Maybe it was a radio friendly edit to keep the song shorter or something but since you enjoyed the guitar, you'd probably like the full length song which includes the extended guitar solo missing here. It's the best part of the song in my opinion!

[@RobinC63]

That extended guitar is one of my all time favourite solos.

[@kennethgodwin7769]

I agree

[@Pomdownuder]

Mark is a finger picker, never uses a plectrum. It stems from when he only had a acoustic guitar. The guitar you see here is a 1967 stratocaster. Their ALCHEMY live album is unsurpassed as a dire straits masterclass in musicianship and entertainment. The album Brothers in arms is a tour de force of song writing..

[@rogerwilliams9004]

I believe this one is a 62, and he used to play a 61 with a rosewood neck.@@toppertenpence

[@davidpyorkshire]

The lyric isn't left handed guitar. It is actually "They say an old guitar is all he can afford" 😊

[@gaugenewton8605]

Fact what she said about left handed gat's is the opposite. They are more expensive.

[@bushman9222]

Alchemy Live version is the best live version by a long, long way.

[@edeeckensteher6329]

True

[@simonashworth8825]

I agree, one of the best live recordings ever . "Telegraph Road" from the same Alchemy Live concert is another stunning track.

[@larsegenes6031]

Agreed

[@PastLifeVillian]

It isnt, the drumming is better and that’s it. Live version is overrated, but everyone will spam this under anyone who reacts to the studio version

[@A..Shadow..]

Absolutely

[@musashimiyamoto586]

You should see their live performance from the Alchemy tour. Will blow your mind.

[@dionisioiacobelli6689]

Cleveland disc jockey Alan Freed is credited with being the first to call 50s music Rock & Roll . He was in a band in high school called Sultans of Swing .

[@ianwright9029]

You MUST see the Alchemy Live version of this song

[@alexthorpe6583]

Other popular Dire Straits songs include 'Money for Nothing'(very big on MTV in the 80's, because the song mentions them), 'Walk of Life', and 'Brothers in Arms'. Mark Knopfler was a VERY good guitarist, with a easy to recognize singing voice.

[@musashimiyamoto586]

What do you mean he was? And calling him very good I regard as an insult.

[@paulrollings5291]

Tunnel of Love; Telegraph Road" are also great songs!

[@alnorwood134]

I concur!!!

[@scottjohnston1028]

The song is about a witnessing a jazz band playing before a very small crowd in a bar and they are good but they are minimal and at the end of their set they call themselves the Sultans of Swing. This is what inspired the song.

[@billofalltrades2633]

When I'm feeling down I listen to this and it picks me up.

[@donaldduck2139]

the right lyrics are "Yes and an old guitar is all he can afford"

[@sumonjamal1653]

Dire Straits ("dye yer stray yits") was a pop rock band formed in the UK in the 70's by Mark Knopfler (vocals & lead guitar)... this was the original line-up and their first hit single (it was edited for the video) in 1978 from their debut album w/ John Illsley (bass), Pick Withers (drums) and Mark's brother David Knopfler (guitar)... David left after 2 albums and Pick Withers played on 4 albums before leaving in 1982... Mark Knopfler and John Illsley kept Dire Straits going w/ session musicians, scoring their biggest hit record in 1985 - 'Brothers in arms'... which sold 9x platinum... Mark Knopfler wrote all the songs and delivered 1 more Dire Straits album in 1991 and tour... He disbanded Dire Straits by 1993 and debuted as a solo artist in 1996, which he still does today. Mark Knopfler is a talented guitarist - he can play any style of music, from blues to jazz... country to rock... pop and prog rock... Dire Straits' music incorporated so many styles of music... Mark Knopfler's vocals were a mix of Johnny Cash and Elvis Presley. Dire Straits biggest hit was the single 'Money for nothing' in 1985 from the album 'Brothers in arms'... Other songs by the band - 'Romeo & Juliet' ... 'Walk of life' ... 'Water of love' ... 'Calling Elvis' ... 'Your latest trick'... 'Tunnel of love'... 🔥🔥

[@mikerant4135]

'Dire' to rhyme with 'Higher' - it means 'severe' - so 'Dire Straits' = 'deep sh*t'. The full version goes on with an EPIC solo that is ranked as one of the worlds' best, worth looking it up as I feel you only got a taste of what the band can do.

[@BlueDragon53]

Loved you reaction Inna your surprise and joy to the music was beautiful.

[@grimreaper-qh2zn]

Now you have found them, you need to view the live performances on the Video "Alchemy". Dire Straits sold 130 million Albums. The lead singer/guitarist Mark Knopfler also has released 9 solo Albums and lots of film music.

[@TGL31]

The line isn't "left-handed guitar". It is "But then an old guitar is all he can afford". In some live performances it is "They say an old guitar is all he can afford".

[@toddrichardson9479]

First time I watched you..your very genuine on your reactions..love it..and you have charisma. Thank you..

[@InnaSoloMusic]

Thank you so much 😊

[@jasonlouis697]

By the way, the lyric is "an old guitar is all he can afford." And this song was out years before Prince Harry was even a thought. The song is about a group of musicians and Harry is just another member of the band.

[@rogerlucero834]

Not "left handed guitar is all he can afford" but "He says an old guitar is all he can afford"

[@pzakp311]

If you listen to old music like this and especially to the Dire Straits you have a great taste in music. Peace.

[@Isleofskye]

You have just missed one of THE greatest LIVE performances "Dire Straits: Sultans Of Swing: ALCHEMY" and I bought my first records 63 years ago,in 1960..

[@markwilken2492]

These guys were my first ever concert when I was 12. Thanks Mum And Dad!

[@joaoaugustolandim]

I guess it's not because the guitar is left-handed. Is because it's old hahaha

[@michaelclements5793]

I always thought this song was interesting because it's a rock song about a jazz band. There's no "honky-tonk" (a piano) or "horns" (which could mean saxes, or actual brass instruments such as trumpets or trombones). But it describes the scene well lyrically and musically and weirdly works.

[@rocketrabble6737]

"Horns" generally means a mix of trumpet, trombone, and saxophone for instance.

[@tonybaker55]

One of my favourite bands from the 70s. Started by Mark and David Knopfler (rhythm guitar). David only stayed with the band for two albums and then went solo. Mark Knopfler is the best finger plucker I have heard. He is still active today and has written film scores, as well as solo albums too. Dire Straits were admitted tio the Rock 'n Roll Hall of Fame in 2018.

[@ZanesZygot]

Sad that it cut the solo short, but great reaction still.

[@peter9910]

Alchemy Live version is good as well

[@johnclibbens6803]

Alchemy Live is the best!

[@Orbitalmercury]

In the Alchemy live version they have a new drummer Terry Williams and he's absolutely brilliant and blows this version out of the water. PS he is also a left handed person but taught himself to play right handed My favourite Dire Straits song is Telegraph road and I've listened to it every day for forty years since it first came out. Telegraph road and also Sultans of Swing live versions on the 1983 Alchemy live concert are just unbelievable.

[@vals_loeder]

An all time classic. My personal favourite is stil "Private investigations" from 1982.

[@andreavatiero2924]

First time I heard this song I was 12 back in 2005, alchemy live on vinyl, I cannot believe there’s still people in 2023 that don’t know this song

[@jackt883]

This is a very relaxed song compared to a lot you've listened to. I find dire straights are incredible to listen to when I'm driving. They have a song for all types of driving.

[@sveinhansen9161]

Fun fact: Mark Knopfler is left handed but learned to play guitar right handed

[@williamjones6031]

The studio version of this is one of the best songs for cruising. It's nice that you enjoyed it so much.🤗

[@tbmike23]

If you've watched the Princess Bride, then you'll know Mark. He did all the music for it. His duets with Chet Atkins are life changing. They play so sweet.

[@doubleubee7523]

Making Movies is my favorite Dire Straits album. Only a few songs on it, but if I had to pick my five top albums, that would be on it.

[@firestrike9917]

lolz Inna. Great reaction as always. Dyer(if you're wanting to know how to pronounce it), you got the Straits right. :) Love that we're getting you these first time listens. Best reactions come from these ones.

[@davehadley3567]

Now you have opened the door to dire straits when you get the chance listen/ watch their Alchemy concert ….extended guitar solos great light shows and such a collection of brilliant tracks …you won’t regret it.

[@IanDarley]

Telegraph Road, Once Upon a Time in the West, Romeo and Juliet to name three of a massive back catalogue that you must check out - Live versions of course (this was an official video of the audio version and also very cut down version of Sultans that you chose, the Alchemy version is amazing).

[@kungfury6410]

I listened to an interview, and the song is about a (I'm paraphrasing) time these guys went into a little dive bar. They said that while they were having drinks a band was playing, and when the band finished they said, "Thank you, we are The Sultans of Swing." The lead singer said that was the most ridiculous name he could imagine for that band because they did not in fact, swing, or sound good. So, he wrote a song from their perspective, and imagined how they must have thought they sounded, he also gave them back stories, lol.

[@jlittleboy]

Loved it! You look so cute in your new home, decked out for Halloween. 👍

[@edhoward-bearder3081]

One of the biggest bands worldwide in the 80s (long before Prince Harry!) Also have a look at Telegraph Road from the Alchemy tour and specifically the TV video version of Brothers in Arms (perhaps most appropriate given the part of the world you come from).

[@zbynekurbanek3345]

I always listen to Dire Straits in the shower... its very relaxing... Ive also heard that a lot of people use this music during their ehm...private pair activities...

[@Mikael_Puusaari]

This is my current grocery shopping song, headphones on and walk around with a stupid smile 😂

[@vaiki]

And yes, one of the best guitar solos ever is at the end of this song and unfortunately cut off from this clip.

[@BC-ui9yt]

This song is a classic. I've loved it from the moment it came out, and just grown to appreciate it even more. Quick note that I haven't seen in the comments: It's not "left-handed old guitar", but "dented old guitar". I can assure you as a lefty that our guitars are usually slightly more expensive than those backwards ones the right handers play. Oh, and I'm hooked on your channel now. You have a lovely smile, and I adore a paisana :)

[@GodlessScummer]

Just so you know it's pronounced "Die-Er" In Britain the term dire straits is slang for financial hardship. If someone says they're in "dire straits" they're saying that they have no money. This band are so underrated and the lead musician Mark Knopfler is an incredible song writer. You should definitely check out more of their stuff. I'd suggest their songs "Money for Nothing" and "Brothers in Arms" for future reaction videos.

[@mightylink]

Awww the short version

[@vaiki]

Not sure if anyone has commented this yet but it is “A stained old guitar is all he can afford…”

[@harlech52]

one of the very best bands of all time

[@DoctorZebedee]

These guys are the masters of cool.

[@akmt123]

Cheers from Canada...

[@greenstreak238]

Love your reaction and your new apartment. Wish "Special Thanks" was available. Dire Straits' "HEAVY FUEL" - LIVE (ON THE NIGHT) and "MONEY FOR NOTHING" (LIVE AID 1985 with Sting) would be two more worth reacting to.

[@2711marcus]

Inna you must watch the live version of this song. It's one of the best live performances you will ever see. It will blow you socks off! 😅

[@DamnedEyez]

As others have said, the lyrics is "an old guitar is all he can afford", but a used lefty would be cheaper (and a new lefty more expensive) due to the lower demand.

[@sebastienvuagnoux7778]

hello Inna. The live version on the album "Alchemy" is the best version of this cult Dire Straits song.

[@charles.field.uk_official]

Your 'feel' for a good tune is infectious, Inna. I won't mention the Alchemy Live version, apart from just then ! Private Investigations doesn't get enough coverage, but they are all bangers.

[@m4nu003]

The cut was cheeky. The second solo is nasty.

[@viviennerose6858]

I think it should be 'But then an old guitar is all he can afford'

[@paulrollings5291]

I really like your hair!

[@rhwinner]

Left-handed guitars are harder to sell, so they're usually cheaper on the used market.

[@renejensen7799]

Hi Inna looking great in your new place!! You should react to brothers in arms by dire straits, its a slow very beautiful song, about brothers in arms in war, but its proberly the best of its kind, ever made..

[@BarryHolden-qg2cy]

Hi. sorry to say you need to see " Dire Straits - Sultans Of Swing (Alchemy Live) " You have picked the wrong version live is longer with a very good guitar solo

[@bobbolondz2701]

But the lyrics are mostly incomprehensible in the other version.

[@ajwalou-nack2343]

Old guitar is all he can afford. Not left handed.

[@rocketrabble6737]

He doesn't say left-handed guitar just " yes, an old guitar..."

[@CADtv1]

You must see Alchemy Live Version!!! It’s one of the best live performance, guitar solo and drums playing! The song sounds completely different

[@ImMadMaxxx]

Great Job! Hungry for you...😙

[@Lrs12359]

Often come back to dire straights mark is an awesome guitarist if you had gone with the longer version. Romeo and Juliet, private investigations are my favourite tracks

[@WineSippingCowboy]

Pronounced as Di-er Straits. Dire rhymes with tire. This was a British band. The styles are rock, blues and country. Good 👍 song 🎵 Written by, sung by and lead guitar 🎸 by Mark Knopfler. Dire Straits released its debut album in 1978. This was the same year The Police, which was formed in London, released its debut album. Suggested video 📹: Dire Straits and Sting perform Money for Nothing.

[@Buds1own]

Love the reaction!! :)♥ also.... When he saw the crowds, he had compassion on them because they were confused and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. Matthew 9:36

[@jonathanross149]

The band's name in the song is the Sultans of Swing which is a pun for one of American Baseball player Babe Ruth's nicknames. He was known as The Sultan of Swing. "Sultan" is a type of king and you "swing" a bat. The Band in the song are the Kings of Swing style music.

[@RobinC63]

Glad you discovered Dire Straits Inna. For a very emotional song of theirs I suggest “Brothers In Arms.” Quite an appropriate song for current times!

[@Reardonsteel236]

That's their sound Inna. They play Creole blues, which hails from the Louisiana, Mississippi Delta region is f to the U.S., although Dire Straights are British.

[@PowderedToastMan420]

Mark Knopfler is a great guitarist. ✌️

[@Isleofskye]

Have you heard The LIVE ALCHEMY version of this? Twice as long and Twice as good:)

[@kellyk5946]

Romeo and Juliet by Dire Straits, live from Verona is a must for you.

[@jimspears5423]

Original album version: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZpekgpuJh7GEpK8 Alchemy live: kzbin.info/www/bejne/boHEaqtvm791qrs

[@MichaelScrivens-e6d]

You should listen to his songs, Son Far Away, Walk Of Life and Money For Nothing. Those are very great songs as well.

[@apulrang]

In case the lyrics didn't make it clear -- this song is kind of celebrating a certain kind of semi-professional, semi-amateur musicians that played in London pubs and other small venues in the mid 1970s. At a time when most popular music was focused on big arena bands, glam bands, and artsy progressive rock bands, people like the members of Dire Straits preferred a more raw, stripped down and old-fashioned brand of music played by part-timers who didn't expect to make it big. Anyway, that's the mythology of it. This song in particular is praising the unsung bands that didn't have all the money and slick technology that the big time bands and artists had.

[@edwinpreston8159]

Knopfler is a music GOD!! In top 5 of all time guitarists....

[@rolandratz1]

...Mark Knopfler is the carismatic Leader of the Band and the young Man (with the vest) on his left Side is his younger brother David Knopfler...

[@tonymaroni8773]

Hi Inna from the UK btw this song was released in 1978 years before Prince Harry was born, have a lovely weekend.

[@TheNotedHero]

Do yourself a favour and check out their live performance of this song from their Alchemy tour, it's an amazing experience! And their song "Private Investigations" from their 1992 concert in Nimes, France - it's beautiful!

[@MichaelB769]

It's 'Yes and an old guitar is all he can afford.' Don't give too much credibility to internet captions, ever. lol

[@glassontherocks]

Alchemy is the extended version. You should check it out too.

[@mihgonmei319]

This is rock roll sisto....I hope it you got what mean.

[@samusahlsten5948]

Great song and reaction Inna. But this shortened version lacks one of the best guitarsolos ever.

[@kennethgodwin7769]

Agreed.

[@shelleyparsons5735]

Left handed guitars aren't cheaper. He's saying all he can afford is "an old, left handed" one because he can't find a cheap, old, right handed one, so he makes do with it.

[@JohnHF1957]

Inna, you would have been better off with the live version from the Alchemy tour. It has longer guitar solos, stronger drumming, piano, electric keyboards and of course a very loud, appreciative crowd. Try the stunning "Tunnel Of Love" or "Romeo And Juliet" from that concert to see them at their absolute best.

[@fredericknalaremah939]

Great song wrong session...So many incredible live performances to choose from and so many great tracks. Try live 'On the night' or 'Alchemy' or last performance in Australia and other great tracks are' Romeo and Juliet', telegraph Road' 'Brothers in Arms' or ' Tunnel of love'.

[@AmjadAliSyd]

React to "Brothers in arms" by Dire Straits

[@seanbarker4610]

Left handed guitars are roughly twenty percent more expensive, as a left hander I know!

[@davidrose8383]

JUST LOOK AT THE GUTAR PLAYING IE THE THUMB

[@sox5131]

A left handed guitar points to the right instead of your left. So, if you're right handed, your picking with your chord hand, and vice versa. It would be almost like learning all over again.

[@kennethgodwin7769]

Unfortunately they cut off the song too soon, it was in the best part of the solo.

[@operator0]

Marl Knophler (the lead guitarist, lead singer, and lead song writer) is considered one of the best guitarists ever to chart in the top 100. IMO, he is the best. His solo stuff is also excellent, just not as guitar heavy as the stuff he did with Dire Straights. BTW, Left handed guitars are not cheaper, the lyrics were misquoted in the text. He says; "they say an old guitar is all he can afford", not "left handed guitar is all he can afford".

[@mattroxursoul]

I think the left handed guitar thing has to do with finding a cheap one at pawn. Musicians are well known for buying selling and pawning stuff. A left handed guitar in pawn may be cheaper because it is harder to get rid of

[@paulrt3]

Mark Knopfler, the lead singer and guitar player, had written this song in 1977, after ducking into a deserted pub one rainy night and witnessing a lousy jazz band. Undeterred by the lack of both talent and punters, their lead singer finished the set with a mildly enthusiastic, “Goodnight and thank you. We are the Sultans Of Swing.” Knopfler at least left the pub with the seed of an idea. Returning home, he wrote this song for his newly formed band, Dire Straits. Mark and his brother got the name for the band, because they could hardly pay their bills. Luckily, Mark stepped into this bar and wrote this song, it changed the bands lives! By the way the "Harry" mentioned in this song is not Prince Harry, as he wouldn't be born for another 7 or so years.

[@kathybrandt2840]

THE one song I have to air guitar!

[@Isleofskye]

Wishbone Ash: "Time Was", after a gentle intro, "Sometime World "and "BlowIn' Free "all from Wishbone Ash" ARGUS: Album from England in 1972. 3 great Air Guitar tracks for you. However, this Young Lady has missed one of the greatest live performances of all time. "Dire Straits: Sultans Of Swing@ ALCHEMY" You will see the difference and it is possibly the best drumming I have seen from London in y 69 years:) ENJOY!

[@ChristofferLindberg-l4i]

Nice that you liked this, he is the best guitar player in the world please react too Dire Straits You And Your Friend Live 1993 increible good song and you gonna love the guitar play in that song!!