🎵 John Mellencamp - Paper In Fire REACTION

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[@metalmark1214]

This was the first single from Mellencamp's ninth album, The Lonesome Jubilee. Like many songs on the album, it deals with social inequality and the disparity of wealth in America. The "paper in fire" represents the dreams that disappear when Americans are hit with the harsh realities that destroy them.

[@carlgibbons5777]

No wonder Mellencamp is a Democrat. Only Republicans want to line the pockets of the rich and refuse to help real Americans.

[@cjbeetham9197]

Seriously you don't recognize blue grass and blues rhythm mix😂

[@GBeret83]

Mellencamp made a big deal about people knowing this video was shot on one of the poorest streets in the entire country in Savannah, Georgia back in 1987-88. He actually used the real citizens of the neighborhood in the video because he wanted to show poverty in America to go along with the social commentary in the song.

[@real_lostinthefogofwar]

John is a national treasure, it's good to see people rediscovering him.

[@jeffreyswanson192]

...and he's a Hoosier

[@juliewhite7469]

💖💖💖💖💖

[@davidteller7681]

Or discovering, as the case may be! Love me some Mellencamp!

[@Herbert04]

He may sing about small towns but as an activist he pushes laws that destroy small towns. Back in the day with his Farm Aid he pushed so called Government Aids that helped Corporate Farms and destroyed the small town.

[@real_lostinthefogofwar]

@@Herbert04 Back in the day? Farm Aid is still going on, it provides disaster relief to small farmers, corporate farms don't need his help, they just buy congress.

[@RockDocNeal]

Lex, that instrument you were inquiring about is called a dobro, which is an acoustic guitar that has a metallic "resonator plate" (the metal plate near the sound hole on the top) that is generally played on the lap and the strings are played with a slide.

[@VintageReplay]

I love seeing you enjoy John Mellencamp. I grew up in Seymour Indiana looking up to John as he did it his way. I think JM rejecting outside influence from record labels is what makes him so grass roots. He is truly a rebel and a artist.

[@johntremmel3949]

This album is called “ the lonesome jubilee “ the tracks “check it out “ and “ cherry bomb “ are both memorable !

[@juliewhite7469]

Great suggestions 💙

[@DrChili44]

The Video for "Check It Out." Recorded live onstage at MSA (Market Square Arena)...they turn the lights on the crowd toward the end of the song and everyone is overhead clapping along with the band....I wasn't there but I've seen JM many many times since....amazing performer....

[@scapito]

@@juliewhite7469 💙

[@juliewhite7469]

@@scapito Hey Scapito 👋 great to see you 🥰

[@surlechapeau]

Brad & Lex, you'll love his "I Need A Lover", "Small Town" and "Lonely 'Ol Night"!!!

[@giuliogrifi7739]

And..."Rain On The Scarecrow" !

[@davidteller7681]

"I Need a Lover" LONG VERSION (5:36) with guitar intro!!

[@colinmclaughlin9047]

@@davidteller7681 ^This

[@assog5737]

That's the first time I've seen Brad with a smile on his face during a whole song.

[@mirasolbalaga5616]

I know! I think this might be the second time I’ve seen him smile lol

[@carlgibbons5777]

Probably my favorite Mellencamp song. Probably my favorite Mellencamp album too. The Lonesome Jubilee. I wore this CD out when it first came out cruising the back country roads of Indiana. Went to school with the brother of Toby Myers, the bass player in this video.

[@korybeavers6528]

This is just what you call American music

[@garysteinert8040]

It’s called great music. Been appreciating this for 50 years.

[@bradsullivan3588]

John is a great guy and we love him. It's notable that he has included diverse representation in his videos going back to the 1980s. From Seymour, Indiana and he lives in Bloomington to this day. A small town boy with heart.

[@mikegames3464]

The album this song is on is why John Mellencamp is considered one of the biggest influences in the way country music sounds currently. I believe it’s the greatest album ever recorded

[@ronp1903]

The instrument that was played on his lap is known as a Dobro guitar. And I've always loved JCM music! Especially his bands use of an array of instruments. Keep on Rockin', Brad and Lex!! 🤘❤️

[@scapito]

Dobro is the brand, much like Kleenex is often referred to instead of tissue.

[@jollyrodgers7272]

It's a Resonator Guitar. Dobro Mfg. and National merged to form National Dobro in 1935. Fender has a decent one.

[@Lumpygrits76]

@@jollyrodgers7272 we don’t care. Much like every soda is a coke. Every resonator guitar is a Dobro.

[@ryanzeigler9763]

the instrument is a 'resonator' guitar, he's just playing slide the old delta 'coke bottle' style. Everybody from Mark Knopfler of Dire Straights to Jimmy Page and even Jerry Cantrell of Alice in Chains have used them to some effect but if you want to hear it in all it's glory i'd recommend 'The Man's Too Strong' by Dire Straights. His fancy National brand resonator is on the cover. You can hear one amplified on Paul Simon's "Graceland". "the Mississippi Delta was shining like a National guitar..." the song is a strong recommend along with the album in it's entirety but this song specifically highlights the guitar.

[@onsesejoo2605]

Bottleneck style.

[@s.mcpherson6354]

They're also often called Dobros, after the Slovak 'Do'pyera 'bro'thers that first made them in Eastern Europe. They used that name because it meant 'positive' or 'good' in their native language. They were trying to amplify volume on accoustic guitars and stumbled into the sound. The story when I lived in Eastern Europe is that they started by cutting one of their baker-Dad's metal pie plates into their guitar and it went from there, but so far I haven't found conclusive evidence of the pie plate start. But the brothers can take credit for patenting the first resonator.

[@estoy1001]

@@onsesejoo2605 Yeah, a Coke bottle's neck isn't shaped right for a slide; the older style was old glass Coricidin bottles or a neck of a bottle that's long, straight & wide enough to put over a finger without discomfort.

[@hog7203]

Check out the album Tone Poems 3 if you like resonator instruments.

[@Lumpygrits76]

Really close if you’re trying to be technical. But us country folks call it a ⭐️ Dobro⭐️

[@mikeortiz6008]

This is one of my favorite John Mellencamp songs Hillbilly rock at its best!

[@pricey6177]

He is soooo good live. Was lucky enough to see him and Sheryl Crow perform when they toured together. Absolutely brilliant artist

[@pdog547]

JCM is pure Americana - and it's awesome. He's right up there with Fogarty.

[@johncagnettajr344]

The technician name for the dobro is a “resonator guitar”. Dobro is a brand name but the name dobro is used for any type of resonator guitar.

[@kennethgoin628]

Weren't these also known as "steel guitars?" My granddad had one and I thought they were the predecessor to the electric steel guitar of today. I have also seen dobros absent of steel construction on the box. Almost bought one.

[@TracyfromNC]

One of my faves from him...lovely lyrics...awesome music...He always goes to the poorer side of town and mix of folk to help deliver his messages. All kinds, just regular or poor....been loving it for decades... small town vibes...working folk always.

[@johnfrombrm]

Filmed in Savana Georgia. That instrument is a dobro. And the horn sound that you hear is a mix of the fiddle and accordion together. Mellencamp stumbled upon the mix in the studio and reinvented it from old Appalachian music.

[@uncletom618]

The very best player of the National Steel guitar or the other like it called a Dobro, is Jerry Douglas, who can play like VanHalen on his guitar. Check out his solo work, or as a member of “Alison Krauss and Union Station “

[@juliewhite7469]

Sounds like a great pick for the acoustic livestream (scheduled for tonight)💙

[@ef445]

YES!

[@michaelmulherin9952]

alison krauss is tip top

[@GinaGeeILuvu]

I loved everything John (Cougar) Mellencamp did, he is a wonderful singer, writer, musician. The man is quite brilliant...he had a midwestern rock sound that was all his own and everyone loved it. He made it look so cool and you should check out some of his other hits like, Cherry Bomb, The Wall, and R.O.C.K. in the U.S.A!💖💖

[@ericwilliams1031]

Early John "Cougar" Mellencamp hits: "I Need A Lover (That Won't Drive Me Crazy)" "Ain't Even Done With The Night" "Authority Song" "Hand To Hold On To"

[@TracyfromNC]

Ain't even done with the night is superb!

[@KeithDCanada]

There is a cool little cafe where I live called "Bon Temps", and they have a seafood boil on the menu for groups, where they cover your table with brown paper, and spread out a big pot of seafood to hand pick through. This song definately gives me those same small town lousiana vibes. The first time I ate there, I had their dish called "The Firestarter", three big pieces of chicken, fried in a cajun spice sauce, skewered on top of a thick waffle, with shredded pickles, bbq burnt corn on the cob, and a side of syrup to drizzle over the entire dish.... literally my favorite food I've ever eaten in my life.

[@juliewhite7469]

That sounds awesome! 🥰

[@glennburch1081]

I love it when you guys get excited about these songs, the lyrics and the instruments. When Lex gets quirky it just makes me smile from ear-to-ear. Great reaction to a great artist. John Mellencamp is from his own mold, always representing the small-town, hard-working little guy! I love this video! Thanks for reacting.

[@dipsydoodle7988]

I remember seeing him live with most of these musicians. The entire band and back up singers were excellent. I had such a great time at that show. Definitely felt like we were all having a big ol block party.

[@glennplesnarski3730]

wasn't a big fan of John Cougar Mellencamp until I saw him in concert, was one of best concerts I've seen. Played for nearly 3 hours, it was awesome.

[@tukkerintensity5575]

The instrument in question is a resonator(most likely a dobro) played lap style. The guitar has one or more cones (speaker) inside the guitar body. He's playing it with a metal bar laid across the stings. Similar to bottleneck slide but a different style. It's really popular in country music.

[@dennybrown3010]

The small town boy that made it big ! He's a Hoosier good ole boy and we love him , and his band is outstanding too ! Love seeing him at Assembly Hall for the IU basketball games. By the way , that sound you like is actually coming from the fiddle .

[@ilikejohnhurt]

One of my favorite Mellencamp songs! It looks like that instrument is a resonator guitar being played across the lap. Resonators were big in the pre-electric days and are still used today.

[@johnclaeys9514]

Bruce Springsteen is the New Jersey blue collar, working man type rocker…John Cougar Mellencamp is the rural, midwestern version. I went to college with the violin player, but have not seen her in about 25 years.

[@gibbo6985]

And they've now pretty much become best friends - great to see.

[@kajabrill2404]

"Americana" is what they used to call his music..I grew up on his music and still love it

[@joanmayfield4791]

You two will get the dance feel with this. And the mix of instruments! John Mellencamp, Me'Shell Ndegeocello - Wild Night

[@elemar8209]

IMHO Lonesome Jubilee is his best work. Not one bad song on the entire album.

[@johndef5075]

His band kicks ass too!

[@Rob-eo5ql]

Agree💯

[@kbuselmeier69]

I agree as LJ was always my favorite Mellencamp album, even thought I loved them all. 20 years late when Life, Death, Love and Freedom came out I was floored again with the somewhat similar vibe/T Bone Burnett vibe.

[@elemar8209]

@Bunkhouse thanks for the info will look into hit b

[@allenelliott4964]

This video was filmed in Savannah Georgia. Since you mentioned Mellencamp having a "Small Town" vibe then the obvious choice for your next reaction of his is the song "Small Town"

[@thekentuckyslurpcrew1242]

This video was filmed in Savannah, GA. In town actually. It was an alley way on the south east side. I lived in the area when this song was on the radio every 15 minutes seemed like! 1987.

[@knightngail1]

Lex it's a lap steel guitar 😊

[@joebabe302]

The whole “Lonesome Jubilee” album is awesome!!!

[@timhood1229]

See him in Nashville in 92 outside concert he played for 2-1/2 hours in front of 64,000 people one of the best concerts illbeen too

[@johntremmel3949]

Brad was smiling 👍👍👍👍

[@michaelmckinney1409]

John Mellencamp has a great voice and writes some great songs. Great reaction guys.

[@chrisa4695]

On the cover of the George Benson/Earl Klugh collaboration album, Klugh is pictured with a big old resonator. That was around 1987. It took me years to figure out the type.

[@kevinogracia1615]

The slide guitar with a "bell" is a dobro. Peace on earth.

[@rasalghul9331]

Crawfish boil without the crawfish - that was a perfect description!!!!!

[@classiclife7204]

One of the more famous videos of the 80s. It was filmed in what had to be the Poorest Place in the USA, just outside Savannah GA iirc. The song itself kicks considerable a$$. When Mellencamp was at his best, he was well-nigh unbeatable.

[@roscoeallen4597]

I love watching your videos. Watching you all react to music from my generation is very entertaining.

[@Really658]

That one back up sister got religion!

[@vickieray]

My favorite JCM song 🔥🔥🔥

[@peterreist2882]

Wonderful songwriter

[@willfromyadkinville]

this album was sssssssooooooooooooooo good!

[@roycecantrell6884]

the insterment laying on the young mans lap is called a dobro

[@berwynofgreyhawk5525]

My wife and I lived in a little pink mobile home in 84 when the song came out…. Lol

[@SilentBob731]

I love a lot of John Mellencamp tunes, but this one is particular favourite. That is one fierce Hootenanny. 🤟🤘

[@peterfromgermany2431]

Fantastic Song. Since his Big Hit „Small Town“ he got me. One of the strongest and best songs in lyrics and music. And at „Jackie Brown“ i must cry.. to date!

[@bradconrad936]

I'm 58 and love most music from Blues, classic rock, jazz, classic country. metal. etc. for many decades and have to say Mellencamp is in my top 10 favorite artist of all time. In there with Zepp. Coltrane, Cash, BB King, SRV... seriously. the guy is as grass roots as it gets. total respect.

[@Tesses0927]

Scarecrow is a great album. In my opinion, the best song on the album is Minutes to Memories. I'd love to hear you two react to it.

[@martinhayward4466]

Agree 100% striking track

[@kennethgoin628]

YES!!! I have often wondered why that song wasn't picked for single release. Excellent!

[@apparition13]

I'll fourth.

[@michaelmulherin9952]

i love 'justice and independance' great album

[@babylonsister118]

LOVE this one! Been waiting for it! Thanks!

[@marlarogers9304]

My favorite song by John Mellencamp!!

[@scottmenser3930]

Thank you guys so much for reacting to this song. Absolutely one of my favorites from John! Great song and the video only makes it even more so. Saw John in concert during his tour for this album...such a great show!

[@musicandmoviefan9217]

Thank you for once again making my day. I LOVE seeing you two react to music from my era and John is a favorite of mine. The excitement, and happiness you exude just makes me smile from ear to ear.

[@alexakl6445]

I have been WAITING for someone to react to this song! He's one of my favorite artists, have seen him in concert and not many have reacted to his stuff and not this one at all. You're the first I've seen to do so. Thanks!

[@Cindrbell]

Loved the reaction. John Mellencamp is da shit!! No ifs or buts. 🤭 Always just one of my favs from John. He is from the south so crab boil yes!!!! This is the jamm after the boil. 🤭

[@bigdaddydiesel5520]

He's from Indiana.

[@johnsullivan5260]

I just love watching you guys react. You bring joy to my day

[@dougmann66]

BEAUTIFUL !

[@scottNNJ]

Lex’s Mellencamp fantasy: Suckin’ on a chili dog outside a crawfish boil down at the Gulf Of Mexico-o-o!

[@patbinkley2107]

Best live show I ever saw!

[@mikefetterman6782]

That guitar on the lap (played with a slide) is called a Resonator. They are used a lot in bluegrass, blues, and Cajon music.

[@mikefetterman6782]

It is just a guitar with some fittings that make it sound different. (Brass, aluminum, steel, or such with a cone inside)

[@philcortor7886]

Small Town!!! You need to hear it!!

[@janetmcq7564]

Love your reaction to this song!!💕

[@rodb9275]

Love you guys so much. You've definitely become one of my fav channels.

[@markbaker3013]

Thank you for sharing this with me love it

[@Plan9-3127]

Been waiting for you to do this one... Glad you did! I think this is my favorite tune from him..

[@Bekka_Noyb]

one of my fave Mellencamp songs! ♥ You guys gotta do Rain on the Scarecrow

[@debbiel.1655]

great reaction!!! definitely one of my favorite songs..

[@davidish9083]

I love you guys! Huge happy every time I watch.

[@jackedattack8781]

Y'all got a good one here. So happy you did it!

[@pumpkinhead34]

This was filmed in my hometown of Savannah,Ga! My mom was a tax preparer and some of her clients are in this video!

[@dannford-premiersothebysin9057]

John Cougar is a BOSS! He has so much good 🎶

[@gingers.5933]

Loved it!

[@Darth_Wafer]

That instrument that you guys were asking about is called a Resonator guitar (or steel guitar). They come in all sorts of specs. Sometimes the body is made out wood or all steel, sometimes the neck profile is rounded (like what you'd find on most common guitars), sometimes the neck profile is square which means you would have to play it while it's sitting on your lap because the guitar would be impossible to fret and that's called Lap Steel. You can play Lap Steel with a rounded or square profile Resonator and people generally play it with a slide like this video but one thing they all have in common is the speakers inside the guitar which gives them resonance (hence the name) and also gives it a unique sound. Production of these guitars started in the 1920s. When Big Band music was popular, guitarists got lost in the mix (pre amplifier) so they needed a way to get guitars to project more. It's mainly used in blues music but became obsolete in the 1950s once the electric guitar was invented. Since then, It's been more of a textured instrument. Keith Richards and Tyler Bryant are great Steel Guitar players and 2 songs I'd recommend that feature this kind of guitar are "You Got The Silver" by The Rolling Stones and "Ramblin' Bones" by Tyler Bryant & The Shakedown

[@fcruz43215]

Great song! The 80s had so much coo' music. 'Twas a good time!

[@randallwilson]

It be like i'mma goin to be in your town Saturday night get you Banjo's Guitar's, what ever you got with your voice and join in!!

[@1bigrowdy]

The instrument was a Dobro guitar being played like a flat top Jeff Healey style. It was a staple with the Blues guitar players ..Lynyrd Skynyrd references it in the. song Curtis Lowe.

[@linnettetuttle7013]

Oh the memories ❤️❤️❤️

[@josephsettle8558]

That gathering, is called, a shindig, or a hoedown!😊

[@DrChili44]

Roots Rock!! JM used alot of guitar, accordian, violin/fiddle in his music starting with his mid 80s album Scarecrow ("Small Town", "R.O.C.K in the USA", etc..)....all recorded in his own studio in the middle of the Southern Indiana hills...

[@user-DJDreamworld]

He is one of the greats

[@chipsfalling8625]

Thanks for sharing.

[@davidvsr]

John Cougar music is pure soul food...

[@MiguelLopez-is9te]

Such a great song and video. Sweet reaction!

[@armadillotoe]

You should hear "Rain on the Scarecrow." It is a great song. In spite of his money and fame, he moved back to his hometown in Iowa. That was a dobro guitar.

[@joanmayfield4791]

He was born and grew up in Seymour IN. Please to a quick google search before you post His main residence is in Bloomington IN.

[@fubar1217]

"What is that instrument?" I believe that's a steel guitar played using a steel bar or "slide". Also, the instruments making that sound Lex was talking about were an accordian and a violin (that the woman was playing).

[@scapito]

It's a resonator guitar. Popular brand of these is Dobro, which ppl refer to them by the brand name sometimes.

[@williampatton8749]

John always films his videos in his home state of Indiana.

[@dariopoli4678]

This is one of my favorite Mellencamp's song. For me the best song is "We are the people"

[@bretmccleary6307]

Man this guy had some great tunes.

[@johndef5075]

I hadn't heard this one for awhile. Forgot how killer it is.

[@TheMkamix]

Love John Mellencamp, both as a musician and human being.

[@dyannastevens4862]

It’s been so long since I have heard this I watched it twice. Great song! Simple, great video.

[@joedonlewis9820]

Y'all really like John. That's cool, everybody likes John. I think he might be the one Bob Seger sang about in Hollywood Nights.

[@michaellanning9396]

Awesomely done 😁✌️