JETHRO TULL - AQUALUNG | MINDBLOWING!!! | FIRST TIME REACTION

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Artist: Jethro Tull
Song: Aqualung
Album: Aqualung
Released: 1971
Genre: Progressive rock, Folk rock, Hard rock.
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[@broaction5343]

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[@BUSTRCHERRI]

That song sucked my balls. Sorry so many clowns led you to believe this was such a great song for a reaction video. Because the fact is that it was not. Blue oyster cult 'godzilla' is a 100 times better than this crap. It's nothing special but it's got the groove.

[@2869may]

"Cross Eyed Mary" is a MUST....!

[@robertcartier5088]

Practically a sequel! ;-)

[@SASD209]

fuck right

[@NondescriptMammal]

Martin Barre's solo here still stands as one of the most perfectly phrased high distortion rock guitar solos ever recorded.

[@divallecurie9656]

Jethro Tull is one of those unique bands that's just crammed full of talent. Aside from Ian Anderson (who's a phenomenon unto himself) they had Martin Barre on lead guitar, John Evan on piano, Clive Bunker on drums and Glen Cornick on Bass. Every one of these guys is a master of his instrument. When JT came together, it was like all the stars aligned just right.

[@robertpearson8798]

The army down the road is the Salvation Army and a dog end is a discarded cigarette butt. The old man's nickname is Aqualung because of the breathing sounds he makes due to his lung disease (like a scuba apparatus). This song actually makes me rather sad and melancholy, but I love it.

[@tonybennett4159]

And going to the bog to warm his feet, means going to a public toilet to get out of the cold. When the song mentions that he's eying up girls with bad intent, it's actually referring to what some members of the public think he is getting up to, not to what he is actually doing. It's a song written by a person with a degree of social awareness and sympathy.

[@lingzhou21]

@@tonybennett4159 I think Ian's wife wrote the lyrics. I may be wrong.

[@puseye]

Robert Pearson "The armies UP THE ROAD" You're pitiful!

[@Music-Is-Real-Love]

Me too and I love every minute.

[@lancevaughn432]

Locomotive Breath, Aqualung, and Cross-Eyed Mary, all go together

[@mybrainhurts1856]

And they all relate to homeless people

[@johnenglish1955]

🤠Names of the homeless and forgotten: Aqualung, Cross-Eyed Mary, Locomotive Breath. Brilliant and poignant songwriting! 👍

[@mspicer3262]

'Aqualung' is a commentary on homelessness, and on how society reacts to the homeless... do 'Locomotive Breath' if you haven't already, one of my faves... and it features Ian Anderson playing the flute...

[@robertpearson8798]

Yes, two different reactions, one of pity and understanding and another of disgust and mistrust.

[@teresakoslosky3053]

Saw these guys in concert!! Pure magical fire and energy!! They were in Seattle late 70’s, magic!

[@stevevasell429]

Ok guys, now go right into the next song - " Cross Eyed Mary ".

[@spadams999]

YES!! This is an album that tells a story. You need to listen to the whole thing in order to understand it. It's a masterpiece.

[@stevevasell429]

See the long comment i just added to the thread. And thanks for the comment you gave to mine.

[@clare1061]

Martin Barre is an extremely underrated guitarist.

[@sarahzentexas]

AMEN!

[@stretchgilbert]

Absolutely.

[@leesaunders1930]

indeed he is

[@Frank-pe9pk]

Very much so!

[@markhaus2830]

I always loved Martin Barre's guitar work.

[@Peter-oh3hc]

Jethro tull has some of the most complex music in rock. So many talented musicians

[@snakelite61]

You don't get many flamboyant flautists fronting a band. To say his performances are unique is an understatement.. You need to do a live performance soon. The lead is Ian Anderson who does the vocals and plays the flute. His performances are eccentric and different.

[@laurenpeck3609]

I could not have said it better

[@AI_Surfer]

Jethro Tull is an acquired taste, but 'Aqualung (the entire album)' is a great place to start.

[@eualemorales]

Please react to Too Old to Rock'n Roll: Too Young to die. Jethro Tull is absolutely great!

[@doplinger1]

One of my all-time favorite albums!

[@chasemcguire8545]

I know I’m 9 months late but this song really touches me in a special way. Only recently have I realized this song isn’t as simple as a song about homeless people in an urban city. The switches in tones represent the different ways society looks at home less people. The heavy part being overall society while the softer tone represents, who I assume to be, Ian Anderson and his kind attitude toward their struggles.

[@clare1061]

Solo by Martin Barre is in my eyes one of the greatest solos ever. Starts out slow and then just rocked your ass out.

[@christinerobinson548]

The sound changes because Aqualung is being observed from two different perspectives. The first voice is what you see when you first observe Aqualung. The second voice knows something about how Aqualung lives and who he is.

[@lisamorrison2149]

Jethro Tull were sooo good! Seen them in the mid 70's..mind blowing ir right!!

[@tinypurplefishesrunlaughin8052]

Yeah I saw them on the Aqualung tour in Memphis at the Coliseum. Stunned !

[@laurenpeck3609]

Now you must listen to "Cross-Eyed Mary"

[@hippiejane2683]

Music of the 70s - mind blowing. So glad you young people are discovering it! Just an aside, wonder how many of your subscribers think Georgia is in the US.😊

[@terrysnyder8577]

"Teacher" will blow you away

[@flubblert]

Killer, hugely underrated guitar solo. One of the best imo. The lyrics, which can sound a bit weird, is an observation of a homeless man from the perspective of abject disdain in one verse, and compassion in another (thus the stark difference in vocal tone in the beginning). It's up to the listener where he or she falls on the matter.

[@krisfox3537]

Back in the day growing up we all knew who was playing the guitar. They all sounded different. From Clapton to Hendrix to stevie ray to duane to Santana to BB king to Jimmie paige to peter Townshend and so on. They all had their distinct sound. And once a song came on you knew exactly who it was. That was the pleasure of the music in the 60's and 70's.

[@guidosarducci]

Absolutely one of the most technically perfect bands you will ever hear. And yes, it's all Ian Anderson singing. Thank you.

[@dannycasson1551]

Think his songs are wonderfully strange? Now watch him perform! One of the most incredibly talented artist of our lifetimes. A genius. Btw a “dog end” in England is a cigarette butt! 🚬

[@gablen23]

"Thick As A Brick", "My God", "A New Day Yesterday", "Living in the Past", "Heavy Horses" are all great songs.

[@4381Junior]

I was 14 when I had this LP for the first time in my hands, back in 1975. I spent hours listening to all the songs.

[@tomh1754]

Guys I was 17 when this album was released and it just blew us away. Everybody had it. Do yourself a favor and just sit down and listen to it from the start. It is a bit of a concept album and needs to be listened to start to finish. Having and altered state of mind wouldn't either if that's your thing. ENJOY

[@williambaldridge1203]

If you want to see them live check out thick as a brick from Madison square garden or Tampa Florida that will give you an idea of what they're like live they're the most amazing band of all time especially live

[@3ScotsInk]

Ian Anderson, the singer. Andrew Lincoln, Rick Grimes from the Walking Dead is married to Ian's daughter. I saw Tull live a couple times and believe it or not they were fantastic live-- the musicianship was astounding. We got everything that was in the studio versions of their songs. Icons.

[@junearnold492]

Yes it is. I saw them in the early 70s. And i was hooked. I am 62 now and grew up in DETROIT and outside DETROIT. Went to my first concert when i was almost 8. . Here in ala they dont play many groups. JETHRO TULL IS ONLY ONE. THANK YOU very much for taking the time to share with all of us. LEON RUSSELL is another great singer. Thats never played. TEN YEARS AFTER. This is only afew groups or artists that are great but never play down here in ala. Thanks again

[@jimmacgregor2380]

We Used To Know - 1969 Stand Up Album. Ian Anderson has said that the melody and solo from this song was used by the Eagles in Hotel California. The Eagles used to open for Jethro Tull. Pink Floyd - Dogs and Echoes.

[@robegatt]

He said chord progression actually.

[@ianbrooke6342]

Yes it's the same singer, Ian Anderson, he also plays flute, sometimes piano, sometimes guitar, and writes most of the songs, a truly talented guy.

[@grahamhill2411]

The live album "Bursting out" is Jethro Tull at their magnificent best! The energy and skill of this band coupled with Ian Andersons incredible flute playing is an absolute joy.

[@pamelajohnson6199]

War Child! Jethro Tull~ my first concert in DC

[@jermaschinot]

"...and the flowers bloom like madness in the spring..." Coughing up red blood from damaged lungs on the snow in the spring.

[@BobE316]

Can't believe they're not in the Rock n Roll HOF

[@Mbase-apollo]

I was about your age when this came out, Jethro loves to play with your brain, in a good way.

[@jimk5158]

hahaha love your reaction really! am sure all Tull lovers are remembering their right 1st feelings and its surely a pleasure again ❤ and as I always repeat: when you go Tull you never go back!

[@iancunningham5576]

Lead Vocalist IAN ANDERSON writes, all the music and all of the lyrics.

[@fibrown444]

He is also the father in law of Andrew Lincoln of 'The Walking Dead' (tv show).

[@johnness2457]

I had this rocking in my rambler on my 8 track player in high school early 70s and it still sounds great. Except no more 8 track or rambler

[@gvleone]

John, and I thought I was the only guy driving a 62 Rambler in 71 with an 8 track!

[@johnness2457]

@@gvleone those were fun times. Keggers and rock and roll

[@b.a.j5168]

My mom's favorite❤❤❤ 7 months gone, and I still listen to this daily

[@iarocks44]

I have seen them live about 6 times starting in 1976. An amazing band and extraordinary to see in concert. Many people to this day think that Aqualung is a concept album. It is not at all. Any similarity among songs is independent and not meant to be a deeper story. Ian Anderson got so tired of people claiming it was a concept album he wrote Thick as a Brick as a joke. The lyrics are pretty much nonsensical. However, the music, the musicianship is so outstanding that it being a joke album went over most everyone's head :-) Not too long after he then wrote A Passion Play which IS a concept album. Check it out. Really any Jethro Tull from their first album This Was through Heavy Horses is awesome. If you want something really different, try No Lullaby live. But there is a long list of songs. My God, The Teacher, Cross Eyed Mary, Songs from the Wood, Minstrel in the Gallery, Too Old to Rock and Roll Too Young to Die, A Hunting Girl are jsut a few. There many many more. It is a true rabbit hole you can get into. Side note - He did no drugs. Was afraid of his obsessive compulsive traits. Thought the drugs would kill him so he stayed away. Didn't even like pot as he characterized sharing a joint as licking a men's toilet. LOL Only Ian!

[@emmef7970]

Jethro Tull - Locomotive Breath is a must!

[@emiliacanet9960]

Jethro amazing.thank you

[@M.E.McKinley]

Saw jethro tull in concert about 15 years ago. Great show

[@dwoehrma]

Anything LIVE is awesome. Theyre great musicians

[@helenavantrooie7645]

I like your reactions to these wonderful songs from the sixties and seventies. I was born in 1951, loved them when I was young and still do now.

[@MindofKevin]

My uncle gave me an old cassette tape of Aqualung and I would play that thing front to back for weeks.

[@timdeneau5552]

If you like the changes you’ll love the album Thick as a Brick. There is only one song on the album 45 minutes long. One of the best concerts I’ve seen.

[@shaunkelly9860]

The best live band I have ever seen.

[@connieamos6038]

I lived through the 70's. Jethro Tull was the best live concert I have ever seen. And, I have seen many, many concerts. Epic! Also, love you young gentlemen.

[@stevevasell429]

Although Jethro Tull denies it, most people hear the Aqualung album as a concept album delving into the psyche of a homeless man , and other social outcasts in his world. The songs, as a whole, explain Aqualungs past and present through his eyes (and thoughts)and the people around him. The song " Aqualung" describes him through the eyes of a friend. "Cross Eyed Mary " shows a young prostitute. "Cheap Day return" and "Mother Goose" you should listen to together. The 1st describes aqualung visiting his sick father some time in the past and the2nd song describes him walking through a park where there is a a fair going on and the people and things he sees there. It appears he isn't all there mentally ( halucinations?). "Wondering Aloud" is him reflecting on some past relationship with some woman. I interpret " Up To Me " as aqualung remembering how that relationship ended, because of his selfishness and stuborness. "My God" and " Hymn 43" are his musings on god and religion. " Slipstream " shows he obstinately accepts the losses he has experienced. "Locomotive Breath" compares aqualungs life to a runaway train speeding along to doom because god (old charlie) stole the brake handle so there is no way to stop the train. "Wind Up" is aqualung refusing to be a "normal" person and living as he pleases, not being a " joiner" . Thats my take on the album, which i consider to be Tull's second greatest work, with "Thick as a Brick" being their greatest achievement.

[@spadams999]

Great analysis!

[@xfishnutzx]

Minstrel in the Gallery and Hunting Girl. Mind blown.

[@aqualung1466]

OK - now you're getting to my favorite band. There's more than one reason for my KZbin handle. There's a LOT of great Tull that you won't get from "Aqualung" alone. Hard to say where to start exactly but at some point you should end up with Thick as a Brick (full album). Also, you guys really take the time to investigate lyrics. Do "Bungle in the Jungle", "My God" and "Hymn 43". Be prepared.

[@beekay5914]

You guys are really cool! Godnight GEORGIA!

[@glass2467]

Jethro Tull was the second concert I ever saw, back in the late 70s. For one of the songs the drummer, wearing a loin cloth only, dragged his drums onto the stage, pulling it by some rope, struggling and suffering, and then they rocked out.

[@drhust1955]

Gotta hear “Living in the past’. Jethro Tull kind of sneaks up on you. Prog Rock

[@bobmessier5215]

My God from the same album is legendary. Especially live @ the Isle of Wight concert in 1970.

[@scotmiculan7055]

No doubt about the Tulls performance at the Isle of Wright!

[@doomhunter697]

Transitions are part of what makes Prog Rock

[@sandrasmith7501]

Love the guitar solo in this...but that bassline...cant get enough of it!

[@barrysergent5905]

Absolutely love your appreciation for great classic rock! Jethro Tull was one of the great prog rock bands of all time. They still tour, although Ian Anderson has difficulty hitting the high notes at his advanced age. Still, amazing musicianship! Their catalog is deep, filled with great songs. My personal favorite is an exquisite masterpiece of musicianship called "Hunting Girl", off of the album "Songs From the Wood" - 1977 (Led Zep drummer John Bonham called Tull drummer Barriemore Barlow one of the greatest he'd ever heard(listen to "Hunting Girl"!)). You should consider reviewing an ENTIRE Tull album, front to back : "Songs From The Wood" or "Aqualung" would be a great place to start! Keep up the great work!

[@tomlavine9480]

Every song on this album is a great song

[@timdeneau5552]

Listen to the last 3 songs on Aqualung all at once for a treat. My God, Locomotive Breath and Wind Up.

[@waynesworld7804]

One of my favourite reactions. From anyone. Cheers from Tasmania!

[@robertpearson8798]

You should watch one of their concert videos. Ian Anderson was very theatrical and entertaining on stage.

[@heatsinker_5517]

The only band I know that can rock a Flute.

[@mrk6599]

i love Jethro

[@markh4705]

Compare this handmade music to today's. No computers. I only hope artists like this continue for mankind's pleasure into the future.

[@garysteinert8555]

Geddy Lee saw Tull as a kid and realized theatre can work with rock, big influence on RUSH. Barrymore Barlow, the drummer, was the only person considered as John Bonhams replacement. Thick as a Brick, live at Madison Square Garden is as good as it gets. Incredible

[@teresagorden5984]

Jethro Tull are blast live. He is dramatic and it is like a play with rock music. Ian Anderson sings and plays flute. Try to watch live versions. It is a treat. They still play in U K..

[@sst3d]

Yes watch them live

[@tammymorrison7709]

OMG ... Awesome video and reaction!!!!!

[@Music-Is-Real-Love]

Yes this song has very deep meaning and without watering down its blunt lyrics. That's why I love it. Telling a story about a hypothetical homeless man's experiences.. in his life.

[@doplinger1]

Congrats on playing the studio version!

[@barrycohen311]

Yes, it was about a homeless man that the singer knew. He would give him spare change and cigarettes. Strange the name they gave him though! Aqualung is an air tank, for under water diving.

[@tonybennett4159]

People in bad respiratory health will often wheeze and the song likens that to the sound of a diver breathing in an aqualung.

[@barrycohen311]

@@tonybennett4159 Thanks...I never made that connection.

[@karenmandeville7116]

Thick As A Brick live at Madison Square Garden i think it's 1974. You got to see Ian Anderson. His stage presence is something else!!

[@sst3d]

“Locomotive breath” Live....do it young men...it killzzzzz!

[@Stacy55ish]

It's called creativity.

[@lucasmendes6735]

Jethro Tull - My god

[@gregrambo606]

Jethro Tull, Thick as a Brick live, Madison Square Garden New York, 1978. The sound is FANTASTIC for a live performance. A MUST REACTION. This Aqualung album doesn't sound too bad for 1971 does it? Almost 50 years old.

[@gavinblenkinsop6250]

Hey guys great reaction. There are so many good Tull songs...most are really long but beautifully sung and have really deep lyrics. My favourite is Minstrel in the Gallery. And Aqualung live is immense. Keep up the good work.

[@cindytappe6486]

Yes, live is crazy great. Till is all over the stage. Locamotion breath especially

[@teresakoslosky3053]

Ian’s flute is an extension of himself!!!!

[@rosswatson5996]

I think this album was released either in '68 or 1969. Ian Anderson; song writer, arranger, vocals and flute. Brilliance!!

[@acatlover138]

When u share the sam exact everything listening to this song! Right on!!👏🏻👏🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@GooniesNeverSayDie1980]

Jethro Tull's "Aqualung" & Queen's "Bohemian Rhapsody" are two sides of the same coin....🤘

[@CharCanuck14]

Aqualung is one of my favourite Tull albums. Any song on it will be amazing for both of you. I also suggest you go back a bit and listen to "New Day Yesterday" or "Bouree" from their Stand Up album. Great reaction guys!

[@marilyndurham738]

Love the reaction of the guy on the right! U must already be a fan!?

[@anthonyblakely399]

You are Right!!! It is about a Homeless man name "Aqualung." And you should see them "Live."

[@mrnobody3161]

Jethro Tull just put out a new Album. First one in 19 years or something.

[@douglasleinbach6313]

Yes, you must see them live. As many timed as possible.

[@puseye]

I Douglas Leinbach I've see them live more than 40 times. The Tull you see today is NOT the Tull of Aqualung. The lineup is nowhere near the classic Tull.

[@jiggsborah7041]

I have been listening to this album since around the mid seventies when I started high school

[@zincwick99]

Good reaction to this track guys. My when he was 16 asked me if I had heard of Jethro Tull. I was a proud Dad.

[@TomTom-ui9hg]

You guys crack me up! Such fun... Peace!

[@theother1281]

They are now in their seventies and the line up is very different. Check out the live album Bursting Out for the band at it's peak.

[@pogo930]

I absolutely love watching you guys reacting to music. I am 62 and have been a Jethro Tull fan for over forty years and seeing you react is like discovering this music all over again. Thank you so much. Try 'My God' from the same album, you will love it.

[@tragicdeyz2641]

"Minstrel in the Gallery", "Thick as a Brick", "One White Duck in the Wall". You should find a concert video definitely to really grasp the wonder.

[@alesank1621]

Legends