Joe Walsh - Life’s Been Good (REACTION)

[@stephaniemarx9162]

As a contemprary of Joe I love his quote " It was a lot more fun to be 20 in the 70's than it is to be 70 in the 20's "

[@dizastro5437]

Now its cool to be 50 in the 20s. Good to be alive anytime, but especially when you know this.

[@barbarakitt5948]

Fact!

[@billkant849]

Hey! That remark resembles me.

[@324cmac]

Actually, in some ways it is easier (not more fun) to be 70 in the 20s than it was in the 70s. I'm retired and living alone (with my cat). Thank God for my personal computer and the Internet (and my cellphone). It helps me to stay independent and entertained. It's not more fun because ageism still exists and healthcare costs (all costs really) are through the roof. In the 1970s, doctors didn't get rich like they do now.

[@stephaniemarx9162]

@@324cmac Here is what it is like to be in my 70's 1. Unwrap a candy 2. Throw candy in the trash 3. Stare at wrapper

[@Boatzilla2]

"I can't complain, but sometimes I still do." FIRE.

[@MattJocks]

THAT is the line of the song.

[@tonyhomant244]

Don't we all, no matter what. 😊

[@maha77]

_'They say I'm lazy but it takes all my time'_

[@gr8fullytedicated]

The Eagles' Don Henley said that Joe Walsh is one of the most interesting group of people he's ever met. Joe is also Ringo's brother-in-law.

[@trevamann691]

That was actually Glen Fry, true no matter who

[@philzoda6055]

Sorry, that quote is from Glen Frey.

[@richdiddens4059]

Two quotes by Joe himself. "I was picked to sing lead for The James Gang because my singing sucked the least." and "I only got drunk once... for twenty years."

[@324cmac]

That's a great quote.

[@paul-68]

It's hard to leave the party when you can't find the door!

[@patrickdutton6056]

Been there lol 😝

[@AttackChefDennis]

​@@patrickdutton6056tooooooo many times to remember, huh?

[@terrymills810]

@@AttackChefDennis remember? just the general feeling dont remember much from those days

[@aspenward390]

I was at that same party

[@rickhamlin5733]

In concert he sings “it’s hard to leave when you can’t find some more.”

[@taradevine6026]

I ADORE Joe Walsh. He made the Eagles rock when he joined them. He's one of my favorite guitarists, and he's hilarious!

[@324cmac]

He's refreshing! I'm glad he sobered up. I'm pretty sure he wouldn't be alive today if he hadn't.

[@monicas.4732]

I love him too

[@clasmaster1471]

Joe Walsh is a freaking amazing guitar player and that’s a fact. I’m talking serious talent no joke.

[@remohio]

James Gang, The Eagles and solo....quite the career.

[@Redd_Fawkes]

And Jimmy Page used a guitar Joe Walsh gave him for Zep's first few albums.

[@darinmetzger9346]

One of the most underrated, great, genius careers in the music biz. Love Joe🙏🙏🙏👍👍

[@GinaJessee]

Not to mention an acting career!

[@pb68slab18]

Don't forget banging Stevie Nicks!

[@geniousatqw]

And then there's the "Life in the Fast Lane" riff at the end of the song. Master move!😄

[@michaelbaucom4019]

Always admired Joe Walsh because he was willing to poke fun at himself...and he's a superb composer/musician(to understate) To our hosts: Yes, this was a hit

[@jamescox9427]

Him singing the lyric about staying in motels and tearing out the walls is the absolute truth. As Joe once said, "the best thing that ever happened to me was when Keith Moon decided he liked me, the worst thing that ever happened to me was Keith Moon decided he liked me." Both were infamous for the damage they would do a motel. Another line in the song that everyone should keep in mind is "I can't complain but sometimes I do." So true of everyone.

[@christianmarler2253]

I cant believe anyone rented hotel or motel rooms to The Who, Led Zeppelin, Joe Walsh, etc. If they saw them coming or checked the reservation lists, they should have put out the "No Vacancy" sign and turned off the lights.

[@joelliebler5690]

This song describes Joe’s life at that time perfectly!

[@324cmac]

Joe Walsh is quite a character. I like his honesty. I love the beginning and the lyrics. You need to be listening to the words. They are hilarious. You should see him in interviews.

[@michaellockhart554]

I can't believe you played the flock of wa-wa's part, Joe sense of humor just can't be beat

[@killiansred1000]

My favorite album by Joe Walsh is, “The Smoker You Drink The Player You Get.” Yes. You read that correctly.

[@neuvocastezero1838]

But Seriously, Folks.

[@brentbeardsley655]

You bought it-you name it.

[@Vader1138]

Absolutely and one of my top albums of all time picks. Good memories associated with it, and ...But Seriously Folks

[@user-yh2is6us1s]

No question on that

[@monicas.4732]

Love that entire album

[@crazylegslife]

Joe Walsh is a legend... And the flock of wah wahs at the end of the song is one of the greatest Easter eggs in record history, in my opinion.

[@lareoke5685]

Joe Walsh for president, he rocks.

[@TheMadeofhonor]

This song is a piece of Artistic Musical Masterpiece. Timeless Artistic perfection. Joe Walsh the Legend.

[@jimmyhubbard6681]

Joe Walsh is a Eagle too, he plays the guitar solo on Hotel Califirnia, and he's also from a band called James Gang, and his solo stuff like this song, but as a Eagle they play this and several of his hits in their concerts

[@MicheleJane]

Good 'ole Joe Walsh. Helluva guitar player. They played the heck out of this on the radio back when.

[@Unclesmokey314]

still do if you have a k-she 95 in your town...

[@chitownlee]

Joe's a legend.

[@gregmarshall487]

Joe is Rock n roll Royalty.

[@janicez2630]

This was a big hit on the radio back in the late 70s in high school...and has had great airplay ever since! You may have just heard it in bars, radio etc. Love Joe!

[@janicez2630]

Also...you know Joe from your James Gang Funk 49 reaction. Another great one!

[@clasmaster1471]

Joe Walsh is a guitar icon that has played with everyone in the music business. Superior talent

[@jacqueline4514]

Guys, Stevie Nicks has said that Joe Walsh was the love of her life; now that’s a big deal ❤😂

[@karenwalsh1143]

This song was everywhere, there's no telling where you heard it... maybe the radio... they still play it on rock stations!!!

[@louismarzullo1190]

These lyrics are sooo underrated. He sings in his "clown prince of rock n roll" party voice but they are hella deep. Also "In the City", the outro to the film "The Warriors". Have you guys done any James Gang, Joe's first band? "Walk Away" their most famous single. Also "Funk #49". Love the channel!

[@AirplayBeats]

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[@louismarzullo1190]

Nice! Thank you, gentlemen. Don't forget "Walk Away". They put the "power" in Power Trio! ​@@AirplayBeats

[@patrickdutton6056]

Life of illusion is my personal favorite, and his music goes on and on

[@ErikaSMHS]

Have they done Rocky Mountain Way? That’s a “where’s my lighter?” Song

[@beavis9601]

James Gang - Walk Away and also The Bomber are more than worth your time

[@laudanum669]

Joe is one of a kind. A killer musician and song writer, a mad man back in the day and he's funny as hell. I saw him with the Eagles in 1977 & 1980, he always looked like he was having so much fun on stage.

[@mjm5081]

Who doesn't love a little Country Reggae!

[@bigge7661]

Joe Walsh is the coolest,most down to earth Rock Star EVER!! You could be sitting at a dive bar in your neighborhood & he'll pull up & sit right next to you & have a beer.

[@johngilmer6782]

"In the City" is a must hear. Enjoy watching you guys!

[@JoeyAces]

.......featured in a Rick & Morty episode about the Council of Ricks

[@robertsaul234]

Joe is Ringo Starr's brother in law and they partied with Keith Moon in the 70s and lived to tell about it.

[@susanmurray7654]

Onstage last year at Hotel California 50 year tour he joked about most people thought he'd be gone by now...but here he was!

[@KenJohnsonFlyfishing]

I think Joe is one of the most underrated songwriters in rock.

[@robertfraser845]

mid 1977 to late 1979 what a great time for music. I wish it would come back

[@paulwebster3417]

Joe Walsh is the clown prince of rock n roll. James gang, eagles, etc. He took what he did seriously but never took himself seriously. He’s a rock legend.

[@52montoya]

This is actually the story of Joe's life. Today he's a dedicated family man. He loves his guitars and can really play them. Back in the James Gang band days, he was really wild. They would hold him upside down by his ankles and he would play.

[@clasmaster1471]

You’ve heard the song from it being one of the most popular songs on the planet.

[@kjisnot]

Joe being cautiously optimistic. Funny guy. Bill Szymczyk (producer) and Judy Boyer (ex-wife) did the background vocals. The "flock of wahs wahs" I think happened when they were screwing around in the studio having fun. Szymczyk put on on the record without Joe knowing he did it. The same thing happened with Joe's vocal at the beginning of Meadows.

[@vetstadiumastroturf5756]

All over the radio that summer it came out. The Seventies were great.

[@MonicaDBrini]

Good old Joe. Ultra talented and really cool dude ☺️

[@bayoufunk701]

Joe Walsh is a national treasure!

[@johnsmathers190]

Joe Walsh is with the Eagles, If you watch their live video from 1977, Hotel California he is playing the lead guitar, along with Don Felder.

[@user-pf7jm9go6o]

And the best part is watching his face while he plays. Not sure if that's just his natural face, or he's trying to be a clown, but it's very funny in any case.

[@Dovahkiin0117]

@@user-pf7jm9go6oits stank face cus his playins so dirty man 😂

[@robblaber6655]

The Smoker You Drink, the Player You Get ... "Rocky Mountain Way", but the whole album is a banger !

[@keelsmac01]

Joe said he always wrote his songs with beginning lyrics - guitar solos - lyrics at the end. That way he didn’t have to sing so much..he said sometimes I was so drunk I’d forget the words…lol. Love that dude!

[@STILL-KICKIN]

Check out Funk 49…

[@mikestockwell9803]

I second this, certified banger.

[@t.j.payeur5331]

Absofuckinglutely...

[@AirplayBeats]

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[@STILL-KICKIN]

@@AirplayBeats Nice! Check out Rocky Mountain Way and In The City 🤘🏻

[@user-tv2bz2ci6b]

At 8:50 a little nod to Jeff Beck

[@jimtatro6550]

This song came out when I was about 10 years old and I thought it was one of the funniest songs ever. I still do, and I love Joe Walsh to this day.😂👍

[@clasmaster1471]

How many nights did we party listening to this song raising hail! It’s hard to leave when you can’t find the door!😂

[@IrishPizzaMan]

Said it before I’ll say it again; Best intro on KZbin! Airplay beats!

[@stephenbones]

My roommate wants a Joe Walsh “Turn to Stone” reaction. We’re 21 year old college students and after we discovered that song, it made him pick up a guitar and the rest of us start re-learning instruments from our childhood. Out of all reaction channels, I want y’all to do it the most.

[@songs481]

I think Barnstorm is an underrated album

[@keefmack]

There is a live version of Turn to Stone with the Eagles with Joe Walsh and Don Felder just outright jamming twin guitars

[@stephenbones]

@@keefmack Yeah we’ve heard that one it’s pretty damn good. I’d definitely recommend the studio version first though.

[@CuzKatieSaysSo]

That's one of my favorite Joe Walsh songs. County Fair is the other.

[@angelskunk2206]

Yes. Joe Walsh was the blonde guitar player in the dueling guitars on the Hotel California live performance

[@jamiemacdonald436]

As a musician this song always f-ed with my head because the drums start out on the 2 and then the guitar comes in on the and of the 1. By the time you get into it the song feels completely different than it did when it started. Great track.

[@jimmoore8951]

The changes keep you on your toes, but as a drummer it sure is fun to jam with

[@douggangi]

The intro riff on this song is one of my favorites. And the overall vibe is one of the most fun of any song.

[@ARain6500]

I know how much you guys love a song by the amount of head bobbing you do to it!! 😂

[@michaellehr2526]

Even people who hate the Eagles can't deny Joe Walsh. "The Dude" even can get with some Joe Walsh.

[@Ahzpayne]

I can vouch for that. I despise the Eagles and their inoffensive Muzak bullshit. But Joe? Joe is comfortable in the dirt. Joe is good people.

[@nyifnbr18]

Ringo's brother-in-law, too.

[@brandonjones1349]

Yesssss

[@user-vh6ih3pi5i]

Anything by Joe Walsh…keep going! His skills are underrated yet awesome.

[@wolfpat]

Absolutely true. He doesn't do the lightning speed guitar shredding. But he makes MUSIC.

[@Brandi6666]

you and your 53 likes have heard of joe🤔so has all the rock world. Point out where he is underrated. Hes been in r&r hall of fame since 98

[@chaoticneutral3487]

You've heard this everywhere, lol...On the radio, in ads, in movies. It's very popular and was played constantly on the radio back in the day. Walsh is a fantastic guitarist both solo and with James Gang, and The Eagles. You instantly know it's Joe when you hear him because he has a unique guitar tone and voice.

[@ucancallmeray8520]

Yes. Wanted to make sure you know he’s one of the Eagles. One of the iconic guitars and part of the great harmonies.

[@TexasMagnolia]

The Great Joe Walsh.!!! Y’all would enjoy….Joe Walsh - Live from Daryl’s House - Rocky Mountain Way

[@kathybwell]

Great suggestion!

[@pudgydaddy]

YES!! YES to Rocky Mountain Way at Daryl's House. An absolute MUST SEE!

[@suehollar2578]

One of my favorites of his !

[@janicez2630]

Agree!

[@annephillips8494]

Absolutely.👏👏👏👏

[@827dusty]

This is Joe's musical autobiography of how he once lived the life of a drug addicted Rock star. Fortunately, Joe got clean, and doing great in his mid 70s. Great artist, and guitar player.

[@fidge54]

Joe's great. Gotta check out his Rock Mountain Way, One of the best rock guitarists ever

[@noelleone1305]

Coming in the top 5 of my all time Joe Walsh compositions.

[@davidtullis2810]

Can you imagine hanging out with this party group of Joe, Ringo and John Belushi ? Playing the wah wah pedal at the end

[@laurabrevitz3944]

Looks like I missed the start of the party. Y'all are playing the soundtrack of my childhood! Just like listening to the radio, and thank you! 😂😂😂

[@brandonboucher7090]

That bass line in the chorus is so funky

[@RazzleDazz72]

You probably just heard it playing in the background somewhere. It’s been an FM radio staple for decades.

[@mrnobody9104]

Every version of Joe he just rises to the top. His undeniable talent comes through and it wasn't until he joined The Eagles that they really caught my ear! As always great pick guys.

[@woodyheywood8792]

The best GENUINE reactions out here! Thanks Gents!!!!

[@bruceday4036]

James Gang my men! Joe done more than just the Eagles! Love the Eagles to btw

[@albertjflores8950]

I remember Joe from back the James Gang back in the 70s

[@olly8]

BANG 🧨✌🏼

[@Personal_Excellence_HARD]

My first concert was Joe Walsh opening for the Doobie Brothers. It was awesome. Almost 40 years later and I still remember it.

[@TheNorcalmonkey67]

"One of the scariest moments of my life was hanging out with Keith Moon and realizing that he actually liked me" - Joe Walsh...Joe has enjoyed a LOOONG career in rock music. Allegedly the person who coined the phrase "Party 'til you puke". Whether it was the James Gang, his solo work or the Eagles Joe is something else...gave Frampton his talk box and one of Jimmy Page's iconic if not most icnic Les Pauls was formerly Joe's guitar (it's been debated whether it was a gift or was sold)...Joe Walsh? He's Cool!!! For me his humility, raw talent & sense of humor always shines through.

[@emcsquared8681]

The "flock of wah-wahs" message at the end of the track is more of Joe's great humor. He is actually referring to wah-wah pedals and their overuse by many guitarists of the day

[@christianmarler2253]

I was 9 years old when this came out, and apparently I heard it right away and a lot. It was my favorite song from 9yo till about 12 or 13. I used to sing along with "My Maserati Does 185, I Lost My License, Now I Don't Drive..." I still love it. I think I heard it mostly in the back seat of my Mom's car and always asked her to turn it up. I also loved "Swing Town" by Steve Miller Band around that time. I always played air drums with that one.

[@CANEsPappa]

A Joy to watch the two of you reacting to this classic tune.

[@seanpaula8924]

Joe was on the Drew Carey Show. He was on a local radio station years ago. He sang Take me out to the ball game, on beat behind. . Funny shit. "Take me out the ball. Game take me out to the. Crowd buy me some peanuts and cracker. Jacks I dont care.."

[@Gledge9]

The band was called the Horndogs, it was hilarious

[@markgrace7181]

The connecting song for this is Lucky this way! Fantastic song with humor similar to this song ! Need to do lots more of Joe solo, Eagles and James Gang!

[@belvagurr403]

Joe woke up when his plane reached Paris, he didn’t want to go to Paris and had no idea how he got there. He joined AA, sober but still created great music. He he put out an album Analog Man in 2012, the song FAMILY is a story of his new life.

[@JB-Deadskins]

This was my favorite song when it first came out. I was about 13 and I thought the line about his Maserati was too cool 😎

[@tonidarcy5515]

This is my all time favorite Joe Walsh song!! Been a fan for over 50 years now!! Every song is great and so underrated!! Keep them coming love your channel guy's ❤

[@kevinmarshall854]

Joe Walsh is an amazing guitarist and wonderful song writer. He has been making music for decades. I first fell in love with him with his song "FUNK 49" with the band "THE JAMES GANG.

[@annephillips8494]

I love the Piano rocking in the background on his Songs.

[@Chamomileable]

Joe is one of those guys who's goofy as hell while still having insane chops. "Rocky Mountain Way" and "Turn To Stone" are a couple more of his tracks that show off his playing a bit.

[@genecase9464]

A rock star who finally admitted..."Life's Been Good!".

[@cubangal1]

"Rocky Mountain Way"........please check it out!!!

[@ML-un1oi]

Joe Walsh telling his the story of his life!! He was a wildman!! And I loved it. An excellent reaction to a great song by a fantastic artist! Thanks fellas ❤😊👏

[@membysteph64]

Another banger gentleman. Love Mr. Joe Walsh great song one of my favorites from Joe along with funk 49. Please keep up the great work La and Che thank you…

[@rebeccam439]

I live this song. Love you guys too!

[@joy-jr7dg]

Walk Away and Land of Illusion. Love Joe Walsh✌️

[@TheCkent100]

I think you mean "A Life of Illusion" from his "There Goes The Neighborhood" album.

[@MichaelMcDonald-lu3et]

Rumour- Joe played on The Archie’s Sugar Sugar

[@AliasMark69]

It's about time!. This tune is up there among the most legendary, iconic epic famously loved awesome songs in Classic Rock History.

[@Joepacalypse1107]

The giggling all through the reaction made this fun haha. Great job fellas.

[@alanmaxwell3104]

Those 70's rock mixes were HARD. They just sounded more powerful than anything mixed today.

[@Dr3amtime]

Joe's had a fun life, from all outward appearances: James Gang, Eagles, solo career, and adoration from fans who love his laid back stage persona. Rock star dream accomplished. : - )

[@bbox5938]

Excellent! They say I'm lazy but it takes all my time. Great sense of humor. You can really hear his influence in some of the Eagles hits he was involved in.

[@user-yj7iq6um8g]

Another one of my favorites, good song for the morning thanks .

[@seanbeck2723]

This is an absolute treasure of a song! You need to listen to it a few times to really read into the lyrics, they are hilarious. Joe Walsh is a maniac, and this is a great depiction of his real life and arguably his best song outside of the Eagles. This is from his first solo album.

[@davidharward8908]

Joe Walsh is a great guitarist. Check out his work with The James Gang (Funk #49). He was amazing in the Eagles too.

[@bennymartinez5532]

This dudes freakin good!!

[@gavinschwier8242]

I love when you guys both smile this hard. ❤This song is dope. HUGE RECORD. I saw him play it live Sept 2022 with the Eagles, and he’s still playing like a boss. He’s one of the last rock n roll madmen. Check out “Rocky Mountain Way” he was also in James Gang “Funk 49” “Walk Away” and of course the Eagles. “In the City” from the Warriors soundtrack in 1979 is just breathtaking. More Joe!

[@John-gq7vt]

You reviewed James Gang "Funk #49" and loved it. That was early Joe Walsh, guitar, vocals, and writer. Joe is one of the best, VERY respected by other musicians. Joined the Eagles for their last two studio albums and touring but did much more on his own. Rolling Stone crowned him "The Clown Prince of Rock and Roll" in the seventies. He was a raging alcoholic in the early days and probably wouldn't still be with us if not for becoming sober. He has a song "One Day at a Time", an AA expression. He said later "I only got drunk once, for thirty years"! How could you not love him? His biggest hit is likely "Rocky Mountain Way".

[@DanielHBuchmann]

Joe still puts on a hell of a show.